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Kendall Square

Located off of Massachusetts Avenue, next to MIT and surrounded by life sciences and information technology companies, Kendall Square has grown to become an internationally recognized innovation hub. Explore exhibitions that will leave you amazed and inspired at the MIT Museum or view the striking design of the Stata Center on the MIT campus. Kendall Square’s thriving restaurant scene, retail options and open spaces make this a welcoming neighborhood to visit.

Where to Eat in Kendall Square

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  • 291 Third Street
  • (617) 945-0345

Batifol is a French restaurant inspired by Parisian brasseries, located in Kendall Square, Cambridge. Its design draws inspiration from vintage Paris metro stations. The restaurant is very elegant, featuring a spacious bar and skilled bartenders who excel in mixology, crafting…

  • 730 Main Street
  • (857) 285-6166

BRED’s sole mission is to spread love and familiarity through food. We are known for our signature smoked burgers, innovative sandwiches and creative cocktails. We offer coffee and breakfast during the week and when Saturday comes our Cajun-inspired brunch and vibrant atmosphere…

  • 450 Kendall Street
  • (617) 945-9450

Glass House is a restaurant, bar, and modern day meeting house inspired by the history and present day identity of Kendall Square. From oysters, charred octopus, and crab to ramen and Thai beef salad, the Glass House meets - and exceeds - the needs of innovative, eclectic Kendall…

  • 355 Main Street
  • (617) 864-3400

Legal Sea Foods in Kendall Square is located near MIT and a whole catch of office buildings, including the new Google tower. This newly-renovated restaurant is steps from the Marriott Hotel and convenient to Cambridgeside Galleria and the Museum of Science, reeling in residents…

  • 270 Third Street
  • (617) 945-0907

Contemporary Chinese restaurant and bar introducing authentic Hunan cuisine in Cambridge, MA with lunch, dinner plus Baijiu, wine, sake and cocktails. Outdoor dining is available! See amenities below for more information.

Top Activities in Kendall Square

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  • 160 Riverview Avenue
  • (617) 965-5110

See Boston from a whole new perspective! Charles River Canoe & Kayak has five rental locations, including Kendall Square in Cambridge and Soldier's Field Road in Allston/Brighton (Boston). Our Kendall Square location is just a 5-minute walk from the Red Line (Kendall/MIT)! We…

  • 314 Main Street
  • (617) 253-5927

A reimagined MIT Museum opened in its new location in Kendall Square in October 2022. Inspired by the spirit and drive of innovation, the museum offers exhibitions, programming, and hands-on activities meant to "turn MIT inside/out."

  • 10 Gassiz
  • (617) 710-5722

Massachusetts Space Week, organized by the Space Consortium, is an annual celebration connecting the public with MA-based space experts. Featuring events like a Space Film Festival and Career Fair, it bridges academia and the community, making space science accessible to all…

Where to Stay in Kendall Square

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  • Two Cambridge Center
  • (617) 494-6600

Centrally located in Kendall Square, just across the Charles River from downtown Boston, the Boston Marriott Cambridge hotel is surrounded by universities, scientific research centers and historic sites. The landmark 26-story hotel offers 437 guest rooms and suites, all of which…

  • 120 Broadway
  • (617) 349-0700

Experience a refreshing getaway at the newly renovated Residence Inn Boston Cambridge. Our hotel in Kendall Square, Cambridge MA is just one subway stop away from downtown Boston and near many attractions including Massachusetts General Hospital, Museum of Science, Fenway Park…