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Sidney's Grille

20 Sidney St
Cambridge, MA 02139
Phone: (617) 494-0011
Sidney's Grille
Price:
$$$
Cross Street:
Massachusetts Avenue
Specialties:
Clam Chowder, Dessert, Group Dining
Best of Citysearch:
Clam Chowder 2007, Salad 2007, Lunch Spot 2006
Hours:
Mon-Wed 6:30am-10:30am, 5:30pm-10pm, Thu-Fri 6:30am-10:30am, 5:30pm-11pm, Sat 7:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-11pm, Sun 7:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-10pm

Editorial Review for Sidney's Grille – by Citysearch Staff

In Short
Hungry hotel guests decline nearby Central Square's numerous offerings and instead decamp to Sidney's airy dining room. Sights and smells emanate from the exposed kitchen. While an in-house smoker and applewood grill produce meat dishes, fresh fish is also given its due (poached halibut is served with artichokes, nicoise olives and sun-dried peppers). Homemade desserts include mocha crunch cake and a cinnamon gelato pretzel pie.

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Insider Tips

Save Money

Area workers swing by the bar for a $2 menu of "Small Bytes" that's served weeknights from 5pm to 8pm.

User Reviews for Sidney's Grille

Citysearch (12), MenuPages (1 ), Judy's Book (2 ), Dine.com (2 ), All (17)

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/24/2008 Posted by johnyjameson

The restaurant definitely has its own charm in the town.We visited yesterday for easter and it was one of the most pleasant experiences we had. The server was attentive and made sure my table always stayed upto date. The Brunch was just superb, both the food and its presentation. Then finally while leaving the manager helped us locate a cab & also printed me directions to the neighbouring malls. The restaurant was well lit up and lively with some fun music. I feel its defintely worth making your way to Cambridge. We had a wonderful time !!!

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

12/27/2007 Posted by brian_h

My brother wanted to take me out to dinner for my birthday, and I picked Sidney's grill because it's near our house and it is rated as having the "best salad" on citysearch site. The dining room was very nice. On this thursday night, however, at 8:30 we were the only guest in the huge dining room. I am not sure if it is because they are not attracting many people or it is because this was the Christmas weekend. The food.. It was really not all that impressive. The chowder was good. The rock shrimp was too salty and the scallop was not very special. Lamb top.. terrible dish. There was no Wow factor in this dish. Not flavorful enough. Overcooked. Messy plating. I would not recommand this restaurant. The service was also just average.

Pros: Ambience

Cons: Food

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Editor's Review

The Hotel @ MIT's house restaurant serves contemporary American fare in style.  See the full editorial review.

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Area workers swing by the bar for a $2 menu of "Small Bytes" that's served weeknights from 5pm to 8pm.

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Restaurant Information

Smoking

  • No

Parking

  • Lot
  • Street
  • Valet

Hours

  • Mon-Wed 6:30am-10:30am, 5:30pm-10pm
  • Thu-Fri 6:30am-10:30am, 5:30pm-11pm
  • Sat 7:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-11pm
  • Sun 7:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-10pm

Dress Code

  • Casual

Payment Types

  • Discover
  • MasterCard
  • Travelers Check
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Diners Club

Cuisines

  • American (New)
  • Seafood

Meal Price

  • $$$

Amenities

  • Business Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Group Dining
  • Prix Fixe Menus
  • Private Rooms
  • Business Dining

Recognition for Sidney's Grille

2007 Audience Winner - Clam Chowder
2007 Audience Winner - Salad
2006 Audience Winner - Lunch Spot
2006 Audience Winner - Salad

Specialty ratings for Sidney's Grille

Specialty Rating  
Clam Chowder 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Vote
Dessert 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Vote
Group Dining 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Vote

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