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Henrietta's Table

4.5
4.5
4391 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
"FRESH FROM THE FARM AND HONEST TO GOODNESS HOME COOKING"

Henrietta’s Table opened its doors to a diverse and adoring public 20 years ago. In that time the restaurant has come to be the dining room of Nobel laureates, celebrities and New England Farmers. The Charles Hotel’s Executive Chef, Sean Lizotte, helms Henrietta’s Table and has designed a menu of "honest to goodness New England cooking."

Henrietta's Table has been at the forefront of farm-to-table dining since before it was a trend or a hashtag. Located in the heart of Harvard Square, you don't need a degree to appreciate our simple, homemade flavors - just like you'd find in Grandma's kitchen. The Ritz cracker crusted scrod, Yankee pot roast and warm grain bowl are some of our guests' favorite dishes. Our menus rotate daily based on availability from our local farmers and artisans, pushing our chefs to constantly create mouthwatering dishes that let the ingredients shine.




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2 people

11:00 p.m.


Booked 66 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Home Style

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Hours of Operation

    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (617) 661-5005

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive Chef

    Sean Lizotte

  • Private party facilities

    A private room is available for parties of 12 to 45. It is a beautiful room decorated in a warm and comfortable New England style, with large windows overlooking the courtyard. It offers a private sound system, A/V and high-speed cable access.

  • Private party contact

    Delaney Kenny: (617) 661-5014

  • Neighbourhood

    Harvard Square

  • Cross Street

    Elliott St.

  • Parking Details

    Hotel Parking

  • Public Transit

    Harvard T Stop

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 4,391 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. SamuelR

    Caribbean

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience3
    Great for brunch, as always. Easy parking in the hotel garage.
  2. WendyD

    New England

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Food was any delicious. The weight staff worked well and professionally on an extremely busy night I admired their composure and willingness to serve, or check in with us if something was going to slowly. Great service. !
  3. PennyS

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A best destination for a special lunch with my daughter. Delightful and delicious. We sat outdoors and out of warm sun. Staff all helpful and very accommodating with my walker. Food was fresh and flavorful.
  4. LindaJ

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice place. Very fresh food always. Staff are wonderful. I had to ask for lemon after my amazing fish dinner came. That was the only downfall I had. Not sure why they don’t always put a side piece of lemon on a fish plate. Our waitress was excellent which made our dinner out for husband birthday even nicer.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    125 reviews

    5.0

    125 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a get-together with friends not often seen. I must say that Susan, our server, was just AWESOME. She anticipated our requests, came by exactly on time, and said all the right things. We had a perfect table in the shade on a hot day, and the food was outstanding. We lingered for an extended chat, and felt no pressure to vacate. It was perfect!
  6. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience5
    Great location in the heart of Harvard square. Good quality food as well. However it was served cold and upon request to heat one of the plates it took fifteen minutes so that we ate separately. A restaurant of this price level should look better after their customers. A shame as otherwise it would have potential for an amazing experience.
  7. DianaB

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Excellent service levels, first and foremost— staff are really great. Food, however, was just okay and, relative to the straightforward cuisine, was quite expensive. Just know, as well, if you bring in a cake for celebrating a special event, you won’t be able to cut and serve it yourself. $28 cutting fee includes a scoop of vanilla ice cream, along with cutting and plating your cake.
  8. DavidH

    New England

    54 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    The food itselfand service was fine. The negative was the food wasn't thermally warm. Noticed this previously too.
  9. RebeccaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food, great atmosphere and recommend the yankee pot roast to everyone I know!
  10. foody

    New England

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Always solid, tasty, basic food- occasionally excellent, never bad. Bright ambience, cheerful staff.
  11. likestoeat

    New York Area

    103 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    103 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    We have eaten at Henrietta's Table many times over the past 20 years. As always, the omelets were superb. Really well prepared with excellent fillings. Just perfect. I find the coffee bitter but others do not. The service was good but the table and chairs were not clean and we had to switch tables in an attempt to find a clean spot. This was troublesome.
  12. Renee

    Montreal

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely restaurant- service was friendly and food was very good
  13. BonAppetit

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Great food and lovely service. Our servers were wonderful with my 7-year-old.
  14. CathyW

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Up to the usual high standards and the food was excellent as usual too.
  15. Wauzo

    New England

    46 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Staff is great, food is consistently not up to pat standards- True at lunch and dinner and a big disappointment.
  16. Laura

    New England

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Knowledgeable waitstaff amid a sophisticated setting without being stuffy. As always, Harvest doesn't disappoint. I highly recommend Harvest for a nice evening out.
  17. James

    New England

    71 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Reliably good. Lovely setting. Always attentive service. Price reasonable for all you're getting.
  18. sunam

    New England

    58 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    I asked for my salmon rare. It came over cooked. The server was nice enough to take it off the bill. After we finished dinner, I had to get up to ask for our bill. On a positive note the Cosmopolitan cocktail was definitely the best we have had in Boston
  19. Exeverywhere

    Philadelphia

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our brunch was delicious and well portioned. Really good service and a pleasant vibe. Would be happy to return.
  20. KMusicus

    New England

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a lovely time. We have been going to Henrietta’s Table since it opened. Through iOS & downs & COVID. The food was excellent. Some very nice updates to traditional recipes that did not destroy the recipe. Especially in the vegetable sides. The pot roast was especially good.
  21. Andy

    New England

    113 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    113 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely reliable for decades. How do they do it?
  22. Ryelady

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Great location If you don’t like heavy smell of bacon Don’t go
  23. JSBay

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    veggie burger buns was soggy, I had to eat my sandwich with a fork
  24. Frankophile

    New England

    127 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    127 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We met a friend for a lovely weekday lunch at Henrietta's Table. Service was excellent, and our food came amazingly quickly once we had ordered. My friend had a chopped salad, my husband a grain bowl, and I had a special -- an asparagus, mushroom, leek, and goat cheese quiche, served with a side salad of leafy greens. We all agreed that our lunches were delicious. The bread basket, which arrived without request or charge, was much enjoyed as well. Although the restaurant was quite busy and nearly full, the noise level was such that three diners of a certain age could hear each other across the table. Although I don't get into Cambridge much, and it's probably been decades since I've eaten at Henrietta's Table, there are multiple reasons the restaurant continues to be a popular mainstay in Harvard Square.
  25. dmspier

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service and quality food. Prices are no bargain, but for the area are in line with the dining experience.
  26. Martha

    New England

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was there for my birthday! The service was great and the food was delicious.
  27. FrancesR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The atmosphere was lively; the food was tasty; and the service was fine. But I was shocked to discover that two of the wine glasses cost $25.00 each! My guests ordered Zinfandel, I believe, and I guess they were asked which size they wanted, maybe a 9 oz. And I suppose they said yes. But I feel that the price needed to be mentioned since it is so exorbitant. I believe I am owed some money back since no one knew that asking for a 9 oz. glass would add $8.00 each to already overpriced glasses of wine at $17.00. That's too much. It ruined the experience for me. Thanks, Frances Restuccia
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome as always. Gina and Alvin are gems! Thank you!
  29. LindsM

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I ordered the salmon burger, no bun, and the daily sorbet which was sangria flavored. The salmon burger was tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The greens that came on the side were fresh and nicely dressed. My only change would be to add a bit more tartar sauce on the side for the burger but I'm sure I could have also asked for more. The sangria sorbet was refreshing and reminiscent of cinnamon flavored apple sauce (in a good way). met a family friend but noticed what seemed to be many groups of colleagues. Great spot for a casual yet upscale meal!
  30. Joannalan

    New England

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good overall experience. Service was terrific. Very pleasant and efficient staff. Food was also very good and well priced. We had a nice corner table and were able to chat without any noisy interference from other diners. Also very convenient parking and they validate the parking.
  31. Wauzo

    New England

    46 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    We have enjoyed the restaurant in the past. Last night was the anthesis. Service was unusually random, wrong orders randomly left at table, 2 meals arriving well after the others and neither shank or pork were up to previous standards and left uneaten for the most part. A disappointment all around.
  32. BradfordG

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal, terrific service. We were well taken of!
  33. JennaS

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I rarely write reviews but Henrietta’s table was just wonderful. The food was amazing and while not inexpensive it was high value for the price. The burrata was incredible and the fish just perfect. I’m not a big dessert fan but the pie of the day and cheesecake were phenomenal. BThe wait staff was excellent - timely, knowledgeable and friendly. The atmosphere was bubbly - just the right amount of noise. Plus the “mascot” Henrietta the big is adorable.
  34. ElaineB

    Toronto

    39 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Expensive. And really wasn’t anything special. Just your average breakfast place. Server was nice. Food was good.
  35. LisaT

    New England

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I've been bringing guests to Henrietta's for years and you never disappoint. Food was great last night, great vodka gimlet, Matt our waiter was excellent. They always are. Last night I had about 6-7 people join me over the course of the evening and it was great. THANK YOU
  36. JamesH

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really an amazing place. We came across high reviews online and thought we'd try it out. WOW! One of the best meals we've had in recent memory.
  37. RichardA

    New York Area

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pre Marathon family dinner. Dylan did a great job with our table of 6, including a picky retired chef and even pickier preteens. Great drinks, apps, entrees and dessert. The bread pudding is a must have!
  38. BostonSue

    New England

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    PhD celebration for a friend. The food is amazing! So great!
  39. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    125 reviews

    5.0

    125 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My friend and I had a get-together and returned to Henrietta's Table on this lovely spring afternoon. We ate on the patio, which wasn't very busy. The service was superb, and our food arrived in perfect shape and very quickly. Because they were not busy, we felt comfortable chatting long after paying the bill. I could not have imagined a more delightful meal and dining experience.
  40. Sasha

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Most of the dishes were very tasty. Service was a bit sporadic but it was a busy night.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Henrietta's Table offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 661-5005.

Henrietta's Table is rated 4.5 stars by 4391 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

11:00 p.m.


Booked 66 times today
Google Map for Henrietta's Table

One Bennett St., Cambridge, MA 02138

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Elliott St.

  • Neighbourhood

    Harvard Square

  • Hours of Operation

    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Dining style

    Home Style

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    Hotel Parking

  • Public Transit

    Harvard T Stop

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Sean Lizotte

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (617) 661-5005

  • Private party facilities

    A private room is available for parties of 12 to 45. It is a beautiful room decorated in a warm and comfortable New England style, with large windows overlooking the courtyard. It offers a private sound system, A/V and high-speed cable access.

  • Private party contact

    Delaney Kenny: (617) 661-5014

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