Restaurants in Cambridge
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Rainbow Vegetarian
First-rate vegetarian food and a pious glow emanate from this snug subterranean gem, accessed down a narrow passageway off King's Pde. It's decorated in funky colours and serves up organic dishes with a hint of the exotic, such as scrumptious Indonesian gado gado and Cuban peccadillo pie.
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Midsummer House
In a wonderful Victorian villa backing onto the river, but simple and modern inside, this sophisticated place is sheer gastronomic delight. It serves what is probably the best food in East Anglia, has a host of rave reviews from famous foodies and two Michelin stars, but none of the pretension you'd expect of a restaurant of its calibre. Book ahead.
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Tatties
Fast-in, fast-out fish-tank-style café and budget favourite that whips out baked and stuffed potatoes with innumerable fillings at lightening pace, as well as breakfasts, baguettes, salads and cakes. It gets very busy over lunch.
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Twenty-Two
Hidden away amid a row of Victorian terraced housing is this slightly odd, yet outstanding restaurant. It's an intimate kind of place, with a hushed atmosphere and old-school decor, where diners chose from a delicate set menu. Dishes are of the highest standard and the wine list is impressive. Book ahead.
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Clowns
Decorated with children's daubings of clowns, this is a thoroughly laid-back and charmingly personal spot for reading the newspaper, chatting over cappuccino, reasonably priced pasta or gelato, and relaxing on the roof terrace.
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Michaelhouse
Sip fair-trade coffee and nibble focaccias among soaring medieval arches or else take a pew within reach of the altar at this stylishly converted church, which still has a working chancel. The simple lunch menu features quiche, soup and salads, as well as more substantial hot dishes, and has a good range of vegetarian options.
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Galleria
If you didn’t manage the punting, watch others try from this Continental-style cafe overlooking the Cam that serves good French and Mediterranean cuisine.
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River Bar + Kitchen
Conran-designed, light and modern, this is a two-storey riverside brasserie that attracts a smart young crowd with its modern Mediterranean cuisine.
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Fitzbillies
Cambridge's oldest bakery, beloved by generations of students for its ultrasticky buns and quaint wood shopfront, makes a good stop for breakfast, while its cafe next door serves honest food in simple surroundings.
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Origin8
Bright and airy, this cafe, deli and butchers shop prides itself on its local organic ingredients. It's a great place to stop for hearty soups, hog roast baps, home-cooked sausage rolls, fresh salads or luscious cakes. The shop showcases foodstuffs from East Anglia's finest producers, making it a perfect bet for picnic supplies.
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Oak Bistro
This little place on a busy corner is a great local favourite and serves up simple, classic dishes with modern flair. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, the decor minimalist and the food perfectly cooked. There's even a hidden walled garden for alfresco dining. It's a popular spot so book ahead.
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Jamie's Italian
Set in the city's Guildhall, the celebrity chef's 'neighbourhood Italian' is a great place to eat. The building itself has loads of character, and the funky modern design has the city's young trendsters flocking in droves. The food's great, too: simple, unpretentious dishes that leave you wanting more. Be prepared to queue.
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Dojo
This popular student haunt offers a great range of Chinese, Thai, Japanese, Vietnamese and Malaysian noodle and rice dishes served up in generous portions. There's outside seating for fine days and a buzzing atmosphere.
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De Luca
Contemporary style and classic Italian food collide in this lively restaurant with an open kitchen, glass ceiling and exposed brickwork. It's a much-loved spot with a great wine and cocktail list making it as popular for long lunches as it is for boozy nights out.
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Chop House
Set on the busy corner of Kings Pde and Bene't St, this place has wooden floors, giant windows overlooking the street, and a menu of classic English cuisine. If you're craving sausage and mash, a sizzling steak, suet pudding, fish pie or potted ham, look no further.
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CB2
Internet cafe, bistro, music venue and cinema all rolled into one, this lively place dishes up a great range of rustic cuisine in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The menu features everything from salads, pastas and wraps to heartier bistro specials. There's live music on the top floor on Wednesday nights and every other Thursday. To get here take a left off Parkside onto East Rd. Norfolk St is about 300m along on the right.
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Alimentum
Slick and stylish and eager to impress, this place aims to wow you with their ambitious menu and effortlessly casual service. The food is divine, with slow cooking and ethically sourced local produce a priority. On the down side it's way out of town (off Hills Rd) in a far-from-pretty location, and the piped music is a tad too loud.
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