About Little Donkey
Little Donkey in Cambridge, MA is a chef-driven New American restaurant that brings together bold flavors, international inspiration, and a polished yet easygoing dining experience. Set at 505 Massachusetts Ave, it offers a lively space where guests can enjoy thoughtfully prepared small plates, local specialties, and a menu designed to suit everything from a casual lunch to a memorable dinner out. With a 4.40-star rating from more than 2,150 reviews, Little Donkey has earned a strong reputation for quality, creativity, and a consistently appealing experience that keeps diners coming back. What makes Little Donkey especially compelling is the balance it strikes between sophistication and comfort. Guests can choose from delivery, takeaway, or dine-in service, making it a flexible option for a wide range of needs. The restaurant is known for fast service, an excellent beer selection, standout cocktails, and a well-curated wine list, along with coffee, happy-hour drinks, late-night food, organic dishes, and small plates that encourage sharing and discovery. Whether you are stopping in for brunch, meeting friends for dinner, or dining solo, the atmosphere feels casual, lively, trendy, and upmarket all at once. On-site amenities such as a bar, restroom, and Wi‑Fi, including free Wi‑Fi, add to the convenience and comfort of the visit. Little Donkey is also a smart choice for those planning ahead, with reservations accepted and recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, especially since there is usually a wait. The restaurant accommodates guests with wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, toilet, and car park features, helping make the experience more welcoming and practical for everyone. Payment is simple and modern, with debit cards, credit cards, and NFC mobile payments accepted. From catering and dessert to seating that supports a relaxed, social meal, Little Donkey delivers the kind of vibrant New American dining experience that feels both elevated and approachable, making it an easy recommendation for locals and visitors alike.
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Great place to come if you're looking for great food with a new twist. They do a wonderful job of bringing in an array of tastes and producing delicious fusion dishes. There were some items on the menu that were interesting but they really brought the flavors together well. Despite it being fusion, they were able to maintain the authenticity …
This restaurant is a must visit! We only had one night in Cambridge, and choosing to dine here was the perfect decision. We sat outside and the service was friendly and attentive. I’ve been a beet salad enthusiast my whole life, and their “roast beets” easily rank in my top three of all time. The flavors in the seaweed salad …
I came here for dinner on a Monday without a reservation and got hightop seating for a party of 4 (regular tables were all occupied). Overall the serving sizes exceeded expectations for a small plates place, and there were some great flavors! Great, would get again - The Bangkok street noodles had a wonderful smoky flavor and a good amount …
The food at Little Donkey is so unique and flavor forward! It’s delicious and always a fun time and I really appreciate how often they change the menu while still keeping some of their star dishes like the fried rice and the miso cacio e Pepe! This post was made in connection with a Toast promotion.
The food went so fast that I didn’t have time to take pictures of it. Little donkey has got a cool vibe with a large interior space that looks a bit like a stripped down factory, giving it some urban hip sensations which are augmented by the steady stream of good Rap music. It is pretty dark in there and …
I love this restaurant the little donkey. I was amused with the name at first, and then realized that the chef must be extraordinary to be able to name his restaurant little donkey. I was right the food was extraordinary. The staff was accommodating and very pleasant I highly recommend if you are in Cambridge to visit this establishment you’ll …
We are back again at Little Donkey, this time as a party of three. First thing I want to do is give a shout out to our server, Whitney, and Joe, who is the floor manager. They took such great care of us. The service was amazing! The food, once again, was outstanding! Fresh oysters, brussel sprouts, bao buns, desserts, …
I had such a wonderful experience at the little donkey! Marvin the bartender and his whole staff behind the bar treated me like royalty and I cannot wait to be back. Drinks were perfection, food was delicious and decadent and service was top notch. Thank you!!
Vsry dark place with a great happy hour menu. Had the burger and chicken sandwich. Both were very good and cooked just right. The drinks are super good. The grapefruit drink is good but small and pricey. Staff was great and the place is very open with lots of room.
Little Donkey absolutely exceeded expectations. Our server was super sweet and all the staff worked together well with pre-busing/refreshing plates. The Korean cauliflower and Parker rolls were phenomenal, and the cacio e pepe was hands down my favorite dish of the night.. actual perfection. The cocktail served in the grapefruit was such a cool touch and incredibly refreshing. They also …
