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    Source, Bar in Cambridge
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    Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives 2026

    Source

    Harvard Square, Cambridge

    Bar in Cambridge, United States

    Why go

    Source is worth keeping in the Harvard Square rotation for casual pizza, cocktails, brunch energy, group-friendly comfort rather than formal dining. The former firehouse room, wood-fired pizza focus, casual dress code make it an easy pick for repeat visits, especially if the table wants a lively but approachable Cambridge night.

    About Source

    Source in Cambridge is best described from the details available here: a casual venue with a price of $40 per person. It has also been listed as a Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured Bar for 2026. Beyond those points, specific claims about cuisine, dishes, drinks, room layout, neighborhood, service style, or hours should be treated as unconfirmed unless you verify them directly before going.

    The practical verdict: consider Source when you want a casual Cambridge option at a known per-person price, not when you need a page of highly specific menu or service promises. The known facts support basic planning, while details such as current menu, availability, booking policies are best checked with the venue.

    Casual Cambridge option with a clear price point

    The dress code is casual, which makes Source a straightforward fit for diners who do not want a formal dress requirement. The $40 per person price gives a useful planning baseline for a visit in Cambridge.

    What is actually verified

    The grounded facts are limited but useful: Source is in Cambridge, the listed price is $40 per person, the dress code is casual, it has a Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured Bar recognition for 2026. Those are the details to rely on when deciding whether it fits your plan.

    Who should put it back in the rotation

    Source makes the most sense for someone looking for a casual Cambridge venue with a known expected spend. It is also a direct option to compare against other dining in Cambridge when price and dress code matter more than highly specific service or menu details.

    For broader planning nearby, use other Cambridge dining resources generically, confirm current details with Source before you go.

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    Planning details

    Location
    27 Church St
    Website
    sourcerestaurants.com
    Phone
    857-856-6800
    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Fresh, modern gastropub vibe with a homey, welcoming feel, buzzing energy at peak brunch, and seating arranged to give tables a sense of separation and comfort.

    Tags

    Vibe

    LivelyCozyModern

    Best For

    Group OutingCasual HangoutAfter Work

    Experience

    Standalone

    Format

    Seated BarBooth SeatingPrivate Rooms

    View

    Street Scene

    At the Bar

    Bar Category
    Pub

    Signature Pours

    • Lavender Royal-Ade
    • Seasonal craft cocktails
    Planning details
    Recognition and awards
    2026
    Explore Cambridge
    Around this place
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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Source have outdoor seating?
    Is Source good for groups?

    Source has a casual dress code and a $40 per person price point, but group suitability should be confirmed directly with the venue.

    Is the food good at Source?

    Source is listed as a Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured Bar for 2026, but current offerings should be confirmed directly.

    Is Source worth the prices?

    At $40 per person, Source has a clear planning price for Cambridge. Whether it is worth it depends on what you want from the visit, so confirm current menu and service details before going.

    Is Source good for a date?

    Source has a casual dress code and a $40 per person planning point; confirm current details directly if you are planning for a specific occasion.

    Do I need a reservation at Source?

    If your timing matters or you are visiting with a group, contact Source directly before you go.