Grafton Street

Cambridge Hotels – Situated at the gateway to Harvard Square, this upscale restaurant & bar has something for everyone –from gourmet nouveau dishes to delicious bar food. Named after Dublin’s trendy shopping district, Grafton Street attracts well-dressed urban professionals. The stylishly modern décor includes dim mood lighting, brown earth tones with black trim, and cushy oval booths. Large windows and outdoor seating offer some of the best people watching in the square. The restaurant’s prime location was formerly the site of Bow & Arrow Pub, made famous by Matt Damon in "Good Will Hunting." Notable appetizers include the Crispy Fried Calamari with pickled cherry peppers; and the Beef Shitake Dumplings with sweet chili dipping sauce. For entrees try the Grilled Rainbow Trout with seared scallop, roasted potatoes and watercress herb oil; or the Hanger Steak with roasted shallot, red wine jus and hand cut fries. They also serve wonderful burgers, sandwiches and rustic pizzas; and the spacious bar is well-stocked and lively. Grafton Street is the best place in Cambridge to get a great meal or snack at any hour - from 11am to 1am at night.
Grafton Street Pub & Grill, 1230 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617-497-0400.
http://www.graftonstreetcambridge.com