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    Row 34 - Cambridge

    4.2 (133 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

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    Crab soba noodle salad
    Jackie V.

    We enjoyed cooling off for lunch at this comfortable restaurant on a hot day. We stayed with a lemonade and an Arnold Palmer which were quite refreshing. I couldn't resist the warm lobster roll which was stuffed with big lobster chunks and served with slaw and homemade chips. My only critique was that the lobster chunks were so large they got a bit chewy. But overall a delicious and expensive meal. Hubby had the cold soba noodle and crab salad which was unique and tasty. We would return next time we are in town.

    Lobster roll and fries.
    Frank S.

    Row 34 is outstanding. Service -- especially from Yazebel -- is top‑tier, and the food tastes like it belongs in a Michelin‑rated kitchen. The lobster bisque was incredible, and the lobster roll was so packed I couldn't finish it. Parking? Forget it -- it's Cambridge. Prices? High. Value? Completely worth it.

    Lobster roll (chilled)
    Monica M.

    It was my mission to compare lobster rolls from all of the "popular" spots just so I can have an educated response when people try to tell me "so-and-so is the best!" Row 34 may have several locations and some may call it a chain, but the daily fresh seafood supplier lists and clean interior made it feel like a modern local go-to restaurant. I tried the chilled lobster roll and it did not disappoint! Some say the mayo masks the taste of the lobster. I was worried about that, but turns out this one is very light on the mayo. Seasoning is delicate so you can definitely the lobster. My partner's tuna melt was quite greasy and he had trouble finishing it. The Little Leaf salad was dressed nicely but the radishes were soft and chewy. I did try a lobster roll at the other famous chain and I definitely prefer Row 34.

    Espresso martini
    Alice P.

    I loved everything we ordered. From the cocktails to the lobster bisque and clam chowder. To the mussels and lobster roll. All delicious and the service and ambiance were great too!

    Crispy Oyster Slider
    Darci W.

    I hate to say it, but this was the most disappointing meal of my week in Boston. I had been to a different Row 34 location last year that was very good, so I was hoping for better. I got there pretty much as soon as they opened, but the bartop was dirty/sticky, so I had to be careful about where I set my phone down. The clam spaghetti was not great. The first clam was so chewy. It was a solid minute or two of chewing before realizing I needed to just take a swig of wine & swallow it down like a pill. I cut all the other clams in half, but then just decided to avoid them altogether because I still couldn't chew them. And the pasta itself was very bland. It desperately needed salt, but there wasn't any, so I doused it in hot sauce, but it still just didn't have much flavor. This was my last meal in Boston, and I didn't want to go out on a bad note, so I ordered the crispy oyster slider. That definitely redeemed the meal somewhat -- way better flavor & actually cooked properly. Oyster slider -- Yes! Clam pasta -- Do not waste your money!

    Cold Ethel's Creamy Lobster Roll (with ONIONS??!?) and chowder
    Chris C.

    Row 34, Cambridge, MA -- Chowder 1.5 -- cold Lobster roll 1; warm lobster roll 4 -- Atmosphere: 2.5 Chowder came out well after the lobster (waitress didn't fire it) and was thin and bitter /astringent (with sherry?) and came with a homemade flat cracker sticking out of it (why? Don't mess with chowder people! It comes with oyster crackers. Period) Not great at all. TINY lobster roll chopped super fine which doesn't show off the lobster at all. To its credit they had finely chopped celery. But they also added ONION which ruined the roll. I had to swap for the butter poached version which was just lobster and butter (which the waitress and manager did with no issues). Huge portion of shoestring fries subbed for the included chips (at a full order up charge,) very stingy on the nicely tangy coleslaw which was also chopped so fine it was a little unappealing (likely the cheapest thing on the plate - why skimp?) The replacement warm butter roll had better looking meat but was quite boring Not a huge fan of the space which manages to be both minimal industrial and cluttered especially with the huge number of ceiling lights. The chairs are metal outside patio style chairs and add to the visual clutter (and look super uncomfortable.) Service was mediocre (had to flag down waitress twice, didn't fire chowder, didn't refill soda) except when I complained about the disgusting lobster roll which prompted a visit from the manager who was attentive and sympathetic (but nothing comped for the misfired chowder or gross roll). (6/20/25)

    Tuna tar tar
    Jess B.

    Small menu but the service was friendly and the fresh seafood was delicious. They do close pretty early, kitchen closes at 9pm so we felt kind of rushed. Interior was dimly lit for a relaxed quiet vibe.

    Raw bar was a must!
    Don N.

    Our first visit to Boston, we checked into our hotel then headed out to Row 34 for a much anticipated seafood dinner. We were staying in Back Bay and we didn't anticipate the amount of traffic but we made our reservation time just a few minutes late. Row 34 was a great spot for our first meal, a large open space that was very comfortable even with a full We started with delicious fresh oysters, clams, and shrimp from the raw bar. Wife ordered the fish tacos which were perfectly fried topped with a sweet and spicy relish. I went with the seafood stew packed with clams, mussels, shrimp in a delicious broth perfectly complimenting the toasty bread perfect for dipping. Service was great, our server guided us through our wine choices and which oyster variety that was the most popular. Overall a great start to our stay here in Boston!

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    Anne D.

    I enjoyed another nice lunch at Row 34 today! I ordered the salmon, which is always a treat! The service is always great, the restaurant was busy enough to be fun without feeling over crowded, and the location is super convenient.

    Asparagus salad
    Olesya P.

    Amazing place! Came here straight from the plane to get some nice seafood and we were not disappointed. We had seafood stew, clam chowder, asparagus salad, ceviche, backed oysters. We had some Greek wines which are hard to find, both were great. Service was outstanding, super friendly and attentive. Ambience is very inclusive, you can definitely enjoy a nice romantic dinner or have some beers with your friends. Definitely amazing vibe. Great experience!

    Warm Buttered Lobster Roll
    Isaac S.

    Enjoyed the atmosphere, an interesting mix of upscale and sports bar seating in a large open area. Good beer list - albeit inaccurate(unfortunately). Quick service, attentive staff, and appreciatively open to my casual attire. Roll was $68(!!!) was good, nice large chunks of lobster, great roll. Was told the lobster is sourced at the owners cousin's place in Maine. The reason I took off - the north end surcharge & seating was tight. The high top row I was at shared a wall with a bench seating on the main dining floor. There was a very enthusiastic guest directly behind me rocking back and forth so aggressively that both I and the couple in the table next to me were jostled and I spilled my drink from being knocked... it was multiple times through my hour there.

    Seafood Tower
    Kyla C.

    My husband & I LOVED our experience at Row 34! We got the seafood tower for two and might I say it was all we could have wanted and more... but definitely a bit much for two! We sat at the bar and service was impeccable, ambiance 10/10 and just overall one of the best dinning you'll find in Cambridge. I can't wait to go back when we're in town!

    Seafood tower - truly a tower!
    Angela D.

    I am torn on how to review Row 34 and want to start with expressing that this is a truly great option if you're looking for good quality seafood within the Kendall Square area. The staff were surperbly friendly, the interior of this location was very spacious - almost too much such that you felt like you were in the lobby of a hotel or corporate building rather than in a cute little seafood restaurant. That all said: Would I blink twice about going again? No, I would definitely come again. Would I host a business meeting here? Definitely, I think they were super accommodating, good quality food and great options. Will this become a regular spot for me? Likely not, a little too pricey and lacking the warm comfort I hope from a local seafood spot. We tried the shellfish tower, which truly was a tower, once it was served I couldn't see my partner's face over the presentation. Honestly I think the full dish could have been one level instead of two making each piece more accessible. The pieces were fresh, raw, un-dressed, and just that. Great for a straightforward seafood experience - nothing fancy if you're looking for a customized take on the creatures. Next we had the brussel sprouts, beets, and french fries. Each of these were your very normal fried accompaniments. Unfortunately the contrast of cold seafood and friend sides made my tummy ultimately turn into a pit, I did appreciate the presentation of each and the overall selection. I wish there were at least some fresh veggie options that offered light warmth to pair better for digestion. For drinks, the cocktails are creative - varied - and overall on the bitter side but delicious. The wine list offers more bottles than wines by the glass and the whites were overall the steely sauvignon blanc style (yes, this does go well with seafood but I'm more of a Sancerre or Chablis person!) Overall definitely worth trying, a bit pricey but super friendly and convenient.

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