Desfina - Cambridge

Bakalao was a big disappointment. The menu described it as pan-fried salted cod, but it turned out that the fish wasn’t pan-seared or pan-fried at all. Instead,... read more Bakalao was a big disappointment. The menu described it as pan-fried salted cod, but it turned out that the fish wasn’t pan-seared or pan-fried at all. Instead, it was dipped in a layer of flour and deep-fried. It tasted just like the fish typically served with fish and chips. The flavor was lame compared to its price. I believe the restaurant should use the correct terminology to avoid misleading customers. The lamb dish tasted nice though. Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $50–100 Food: 2 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

I had an appetizer, grilled octopus and it was pretty good. I would have ordered a full meal but my experience didn’t start good. As I was going to sit down, th... read more I had an appetizer, grilled octopus and it was pretty good. I would have ordered a full meal but my experience didn’t start good. As I was going to sit down, the manager (I’m guessing) just grabbed my chair and walked away with it even as I’m saying I’m sitting there. Anyway, the waitress Malika was friendly and attentive. I have no interest in going back. Food: 4 Service: 2 Atmosphere: 2

In general the food was okay. I enjoyed my chicken rap very much. My guests thought that the octopus dish was a bit overcooked and the steak tip salad was just... read more In general the food was okay. I enjoyed my chicken rap very much. My guests thought that the octopus dish was a bit overcooked and the steak tip salad was just ok. The service was excellent, kudos to our young lady server. The bill, we thought, was way high for the food we received. There is a parking lot across the street with a limited number of spots. The restaurant was comfortable but is overdue for a makeover. Price per person: $100+ Food: 3 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 3

Great atmosphere and incredible service. The shrimp desfina is amazing, well seasoned. The owner is also really friendly!! A unique, local spot in east Cambridg... read more Great atmosphere and incredible service. The shrimp desfina is amazing, well seasoned. The owner is also really friendly!! A unique, local spot in east Cambridge! Recommend to anyone looking for a good time and good food.Food: 5/5

Enjoyed the food. Lentil soup was salty, but fish and gyro were good. Like the fries. They gave bottle water. I'm not sure they offer regular water. They have a... read more Enjoyed the food. Lentil soup was salty, but fish and gyro were good. Like the fries. They gave bottle water. I'm not sure they offer regular water. They have a parking lot in front of the restaurant with free parking.Food: 4/5