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Judy's Bay

4.7 (56)
$50 and over
Japanese
279a Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139

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Judy's Bay

4.7
$50 and over
Japanese
Cambridge

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for happy hour
  • Neighbourhood gem
New England Izakaya featuring seasonal and regional seafood. Cozy fireplace, drinks and rustic Japanese & East Asian flavors.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Seafood, Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Lukas Dow
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Cambridge
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    10 minute walk from Central Square
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Takeaway, Vegan
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Experiences

  • The Fireside Booth

    USD 360.00 per party

    1 - 8 people

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a truly unique izakaya dining experience with the best seats in the house, right by our cozy fireplace for up to 6 guests max. On warmer nights we transform the booth into a lush garden nook. Either way, it will be a special setting for your party! Details: There is a $300 minimum spend per table, regardless of # of guests, if you order a la carte. Or, you can choose the $380 Chef's Dinner (total cost, not a per head charge). Automatic 20% gratuity may be added to your bill. Included in the Chef's Dinner: - Chef's selection of 8-12 shared courses including starters, soup, mains, specials and dessert - Choice of bottle service (sake/champagne) OR combination of sake flights for the table ($100 value) Taxes and fees are not included.
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Reviews

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4.7

4.7
(56)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Japanese

  • Boston

    Japanese

56 Reviews
  1. Tanner

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 14 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of, if not the best meal I've had in Boston. The fish on the sushi bowl was so fresh and clean. The lobster pasta was incredible. The pork belly was perfectly cooked, crispy with melt in your mouth fattiness. The flavors were phenemonal

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  2. Carol

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lukas and his crew provided a sublime experience last night. My favorite was the pork belly and the matcha fizz. My friends were super excited and happy with my choice of restaurants. We are the Chinese moms of metro west!😁

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  3. Raymond

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    AMAZING fresh awesome Japanese food. Expect and appreciate simplicity. Great quality.

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  4. Michael Gold

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 1 August 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Judy's Bay is a small adorable restaurant with outstanding food that never feels overly pretentious. Their lobster roe pasta lives up to the hype. Each dish is unique and interesting without being insufferable. It's not a cheap meal for sure but my wife and I paid the bill and left satisfied which doesn't always happen at all high end restaurants. We'll be back.

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  5. Meredith Gold

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious (especially the bluefin tuna tamaki) and the service was impeccable!

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  6. Lauren Gold

    Greater Boston40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    One of our faves! There is just something magical about the combination. Not fancy, not pretentious, but quality food and unique dishes. The skate is amazing!

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  7. Jeannie

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 13 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fresh and innovative. The cozy spot is great for quiet conversation. All the staff were attentive to every detail. I felt like I was worlds away from the busy center of Cambridge.

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  8. Elizabeth

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 30 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My fave restaurant! So many great menu items, make sure you eat the scallops!

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  9. Elena Gold

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic as always! Great food, drinks and vibes!

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  10. Sven Gold

    Baden-Württemberg1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was great. Service efficient to the point of too quick, we only had seats at the walled table looking away from the room. Would have been good to know, we would have been flexible to get a better table.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Seafood, Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Lukas Dow
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Cambridge
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    10 minute walk from Central Square
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Takeaway, Vegan
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FAQs

For a quieter, more relaxed visit, try Judy's Bay on a Sunday evening, guests report it was on the empty side then; weekends tend to be popular, so many recommend reserving for those nights.

Judy's Bay tends to be busiest on weekends, guests recommend making a weekend reservation because “it does get popular here.” Sunday evenings can be much quieter; one guest said their Sunday-night visit left the restaurant nearly empty.

Yes, families dine here: guests note teenagers and children enjoy Judy's Bay (the lobster roe pasta is a recurring kids' favorite), and the restaurant welcomes family-style sharing.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, informal attire is appropriate and nothing formal is expected.

Judy's Bay is cozy and intimate, a small, homey dining room with a fireplace and a family-run, hospitality-forward feel that makes it great for quiet conversation or celebratory dinners.

Yes, guests report that special requests and large-group arrangements have been handled when communicated before arrival, with one reviewer noting the team was “incredibly accommodating” from their very first email when organizing an 18-person party.

The menu favors family-style, shareable dishes, a great way to sample several plates with your table.

Yes, Judy's Bay is a lovely choice for date night: reviewers describe it as cozy and intimate, with a fireside booth and several anniversary and celebratory visits noted.

Weekends, guests say Judy's Bay gets popular on weekends and recommend booking ahead to secure a table.

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Judy's Bay

4.7
$50 and over
Japanese
Cambridge

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
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