Opening hours
Closed · opens 7:30 AM
| Monday | 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
Local time in Cambridge: 5:40 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (617) 868-4444 to confirm.
Location & directions
25 Edwin H. Land BoulevardCambridge, MA 02141
About Bambara
Bambara is a Mediterranean restaurant located at 25 Edwin H. Land Boulevard in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It's part of our guide to 317 restaurants, cafes and bars in Cambridge.
Bambara is open 7 days a week, usually 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM. It stays open late, until 11:00 PM on most nights. Early risers are covered too: doors open at 7:30 AM most days. Note that it closes between lunch and dinner service on 7 days of the week.
Service options include dine-in.
You can reach the team at (617) 868-4444.
Quick facts
- Category
- Mediterranean Restaurant
- Address
- 25 Edwin H. Land Boulevard, Cambridge, MA 02141
- Phone
- (617) 868-4444
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 8 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Mediterranean restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Bambara’s weekday schedule with 33 other Mediterranean restaurants in Massachusetts. On a typical weekday it opens at 7:30 AM, earlier than 100% of them (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 11:00 PM, later than 94% of them (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 79 hours a week, 14 hours more than the local median of 65. 67% of Mediterranean restaurants in Massachusetts open on Sundays, and Bambara is one of them.
Compared with 33 other Mediterranean restaurants in Massachusetts that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Mediterranean restaurants in Massachusetts
Based on 9 menus with 576 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $15.50, and half of all items are priced between $11.00 and $19.99.
We don’t have Bambara’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Mediterranean restaurants in Massachusetts typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Baklava | 44% | $3.95 |
| Falafel Plate | 44% | $15.00 |
| Hummus | 44% | $8.00 |
| Shrimp Cocktail | 33% | $15.00 |
| Chicken Shawarma Plate | 33% | $16.50 |
| Lamb Chops | 33% | $19.00 |
| Chicken Wings | 33% | $14.50 |
| Falafel | 33% | $15.00 |
Calculated from 9 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Bambara there are 41 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 169 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (31), Bakeries & Desserts (22), Bars & Pubs (17), and Pizza (13).
Competition is healthy: 4 other Mediterranean restaurants are within a mile and 17 within three miles. The closest is Amba Cambridge, 0.2 mi away.
41 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- AmericanArtbar Cambridge< 0.1 mi
- ItalianMonteverdi< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeTeazzi< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiSapporo< 0.1 mi
- PizzaLala's< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a Mediterranean restaurant
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants serve the cooking of Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Israel, Persia, Morocco and their neighbors. Expect grilled meats and kebabs, falafel, hummus and other dips, fresh salads, rice dishes and plenty of bread – often baked in house.
What to order
- Gyro or shawarma – spit-roasted meat in a pita or on a plate
- Falafel – a crisp chickpea fritter and a vegetarian staple
- Hummus and baba ghanoush – classic dips for the table
- Kebabs – chicken, lamb or kofta from the grill
Good to know
- Mezze platters are an economical way for groups to try many dishes.
- Much of the menu is naturally vegetarian or easy to adapt.
- Ask whether the pita is baked in house – it makes a difference.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Bambara's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Monday: 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Thursday: 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Friday: 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Saturday: 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Sunday: 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Is Bambara open on Sunday?
Yes, Bambara is open on Sundays: 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Where is Bambara located?
Bambara is located at 25 Edwin H. Land Boulevard, Cambridge, MA 02141.
What is the phone number of Bambara?
You can call Bambara at (617) 868-4444.
Does Bambara offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Bambara. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Bambara open late?
Yes – Bambara is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Bambara?
There are 169 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Bambara. Nearby options include Artbar Cambridge (< 0.1 mi), Monteverdi (< 0.1 mi), and Teazzi (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other Mediterranean restaurants near Bambara?
4 other Mediterranean restaurants within a mile. The closest is Amba Cambridge, 0.2 mi away.
How much do Mediterranean restaurants in Massachusetts cost?
Based on 9 menus with 576 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $15.50, and half of all items are priced between $11.00 and $19.99.
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