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Border Cafe
- Restaurants
- Cambridge, MA
About this business
Border Cafe serves the best margaritas in town. Maybe that is why patrons do not seem to mind the wait that is often well over an hour on weekends. There is an enthusiastic atmosphere at the restaurant, since many of the diners are college students and exuberant tourists. Favorites include zesty, fizzling Fajitas and Popcorn Shrimp. This is a good choice for a large party.
Location details
32 Church St, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
Just Enough Heat – There are a lot of great items on the menu, but nothing surpasses the blackened chicken. It's addictive. And what a great buy! For those trying to curb carbs or just love spicy and really well-prepared vegetables, replace the José's rice and beens with the veggies. The salsa and chips are perfect. The service is very quick. I love this place! The food at the Saugus restaurant is just as good as the one in Cambridge and there is actually a place to park.
Good stuff! – My friend and I were seated quite promptly during the lunching hour, and the service was quick. The portions are large, and there is a lot of noise, but that's expected of this type of environment. The food is very good, and the price is right. I would dine here again.
#2 in Margaritas...pffft – When I saw this restaurant listed as #2 for margaritas I had to save some unsuspecting souls that have actually had a good margarita from this experience. In fact, while I'm at it I would like to save anyone that has actually had good mexican or tex mex or for that matter southwestern food avoid this place like the plague. Being born and raised in Texas I have a pretty good idea what both good tex mex and authentic mexican should taste like, and this sorry excuse for a mexican restaurant simply doe... read more
Inexpensive – Went to Border Cafe with a group of about 9 people, the last weekend in Jan. We did have to wait and they would not seat us until our entire group had arrived. The place is extremely loud, margaritas are ok but the food was excellent, especially for the price. Everyone in our group was very pleased with their food. I would return.
Not worth the wait – The Border Cafe has what I would call THE WORST margaritas I have ever had in my life. I feel sorry for the people who think these are good; they have obviously been missing out. To make matters worse, there is usually a significant wait to get in. If someone were to open a reasonably good Tex-Mex or cajun restaurant in Harvard Square, they should make a fortune.
Great Margaritas! – Cheap Tex Mex and great Margaritas! Be prepared for long lines on Friday and Saturday nights. Great for an after-work get together during happy hour!
Border Cafe – By far the best Margaritas in town. Their chicken fajitas are also pretty incredible. Do not order anything but the house margarita though.
Best Margarita – I have been to many Tex/Mex, Mexican, and want to be restaurants and have found the Borders' to be the best. I have been to most of the clubs rated here and even to Mexico and some come close, but the Grand Gold Margarita there is my favorite as well as most people I have brought with me over the past 13-15 years! I've lost track! I like extremely dry Bombay Saphire Martinis, Jack Daniels Sours(Both served the best at the Capital Grille on Newbury St) a fine glass of Merlot, a Samuel Smith Ale and of course,... read more
Vegetarian Friendly! – The best part about The Border Cafe, aside from the tastey food, quick service, and ultra-cheap prices, is that they are vegetarian friendly! They have an entire vegetarian section on their menu, and everything is good!
Frequently asked questions about Border Cafe
How is Border Cafe rated?
Border Cafe has a 4.5 star rating with 2,602 reviews.
When is Border Cafe open?
Border Cafe is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.
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