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Temple Bar

4.3

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A gold-lettered, checkered awning hangs over the entrance to this brick-walled establishment, which has a copper-topped bar, mirrors and deep booths inside. The menu includes rabbit tenders, fondue, oysters and bouillabaisse. The wine selection is displayed behind the bar, where you can order appetizers and entrees for a quick bite. Liquid refreshments include frozen drinks, mudslides and pina coladas. Young professionals and locals head here after work in droves, and the high-top tables allow for good people watching. 

Location details

1688 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon5:00 p.m. to Midnight
Tue5:00 p.m. to Midnight
Wed5:00 p.m. to Midnight
Thu5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Fri5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Sat10:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Sun10:00 a.m. to Midnight
4.3439 reviews
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20 years ago

A great experience – My friends and I had a great experience at Temple Bar this past weekend. The menu catered to everyone's tastes and the servers were very attentive and friendly. The chocolate fondue was the perfect end to a great evening. We will definitely be back. 

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charlesives 
20 years ago

cute girls - fun times – Lots and lots of cute girls in the restaurant and cute waitresses. Plenty of eye candy. Food was great--Awesome crabcake dish and the NY Sirloin was like 22 bucks, would have been 30 anywhere else. Server was informative and fun. Right in my neighborhood too. Wish they delivered!!! 

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20 years ago

Brunch at the Temple – I had a very good brunch experience at Temple Bar on Sunday. I sat by one of the open windows and enjoyed a big Bloody Mary and some excellent french toast. My waitress was friendly and upbeat. If you are looking for a new place to go for brunch in Cambridge on a lazy Sunday morning, this is the place to go! 

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garret_strombley 
20 years ago

Night at the temple – The atmosphere here is great! The staff were very friendly and courteous. We didn't have to wait to be seated and the martini's were exotic. This is our second time here. The first was for drinks with friends and the recent was for dinner. The night scene here is exactly what you would expect of Boston. Good looking friendly crowd, good music and of course, great drinks! I highly recommend this place as a night spot for the younger crowd that want to have a good time. 

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theclubberlangexperience 
20 years ago

I travel to boston/cambridge every couple of months for work and to visit friends. We always stop in at temple bar...the menu is great, the servers are friendly and attentive, and it's a chill place to hang out--especially late night when the bar fills up. Lots of singles. It actually gets better every time I go. 

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20 years ago

Great Experience – I met with friends for dinner. The food was excellent. The martinis are great & the atmosphere was a lot of fun. 

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21 years ago

Has deteriorated over time – Once a great place gone downhill. The food was good but over-priced: the lamb chops dish only came with two tiny chops. There were plenty of mashed potatoes and veggies, but I expected at least three or four chops for $23. The $9 drinks had risen in price but the quality was not as good as before. Martini came with just vodka, when there was supposed to be grapes and chambord. The martini was close to room temperature when it should have been chilled. Temple's staff used to be attentive and helpf... read more

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21 years ago

I guess I lack the entitlement mentality – Just passing through Boston from LI NY and had a great time. Didn't get too intoxicated so I remembered what I ordered. The staff was awesome. Have found out in my travels when you treat people well you are treated in kind. Will definately be back on our next spin through. 

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21 years ago

GREAT PLACE – This bar ROCKS!!!! I had a great time there. Waitstaff was fantastic. The owner is a great guy...we had a drink with him. Good food too!!! 

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How is Temple Bar rated?

Temple Bar has a 4.3 star rating with 439 reviews. 

When is Temple Bar open?

Temple Bar is closed now. It will open at 5:00 p.m. 

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