Thursday, June 7, 2012

The Blue Room


My recent bachelorette party dinner at The Blue Room felt like discovering a hidden gem in Kendall Square. While they have attracted a crowd of regulars for 20 years now, the Blue Room dates back to when this area was rather desolate from a culinary perspective. 

On their subterranean patio embodying a rustic elegance flanked with a mash up of large blue flower pots and surrounded by eclectic greenery; the ladies and I were treated to impeccable service and polished, thoughtfully prepared dishes

From the first taste of a luscious Cava Rosato paired with a terrific rendition of tangy, creamy cheese stuffed gougeres, to the addicting bite size rounds of crispy seared blood sausage served with Txtakoli, a sparkling wine from the Basque region of Spain (takes me right back to San Sebastian!) to a chilled tomato basil soup that embodied summer evening comfort, each gesture delighted and spoke to their hospitable nature and knowledge of food and wine pairings. These starters were sent out with the chefs compliments. 
We ordered two appetizers beginning with the One Perfect Cheese ($9) accompanied by a house made rhubarb confiture and delicate crostini drizzled in olive oil. The Wood Grilled Octopus and Squid ($13) truly raised the bar on a favorite delicacy by pairing tender, lightly charred coils with a zesty aioli, red onion agrodolce, black olive oil and fingerling potato chips. At this point we've gotten into a bottle of Cremant de Loire Rose ($42) the non stop flow of pink bubbly a beautiful thing! (so tipsy now! See the afternoons festivities here and here.) 

My entrée of Buttered Farro ($19) was a generous portion with wild Berkshire ramps and pistachios matched with a deliciously runny soft poached egg. We ordered the Chocolate Terrine ($10) with rosemary ice cream, salted pistachios and olive oil caramel for dessert. Chef also sent out a trio of fruit infused sweets - a Blood Orange Parfait, Lemon Panna Cotta and Berry Sorbet. We paired the grand finale with an espresso each and bid our outstanding waitress and lovely patio spot farewell as we made our way over to Naga in Central Square. Commence: the dancing portion of the evening. 

The Blue Room provided a truly memorable celebratory meal. That being said, this is not the type of place you need save for a special occasion to visit. Fairly priced with gracious hospitality in a sophisticated meets fun atmosphere, it is the type of place you will want to visit often and again. 

1 Kendall Square
Cambridge, MA 02139

16 comments:

  1. I'm going to need to go back to the Blue Room just for that faro entree! Sounds incredible. As does the flowing pink bubbly!

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  2. All the reviews you guys have done have been fantastic. The Blue Room has slid under the radar for me, but obviously I need to head over!

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  3. I'm so happy you enjoyed it. It's one of my favorites!

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  4. Even though you were on the other end of the table as me, I so enjoyed our meal together at the Blue Room! xoxo

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  5. Just the name of this restaurant alone makes me want to visit...such a classy place!

    Great pics too.

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  6. The chocolate terrine sounds ridiculous. i love pistachios!

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  7. I love the Blue Room. After reading all you girls' posts, I need to go back there stat for dinner and drinks!

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  8. You seriously live near all the best restaurants. I try to be adventurous and try out new places near me, but they are all crap

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  9. sounds awesome. i need to try that perfect cheese and farro dish!!

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  10. Your entree was delicious. I had so much fun sitting next to you. :)

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  11. what a fun place- I'd love to try that farro!

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  12. I would be all over that buttered farro. I need to get to the Blue Room

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  13. I havent been to the Blue Room in years. This has inspired me to go back, especially for the Faro entree.

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  14. Yum! I've only been to the Blue Room for their amazing brunch, but dinner looks fantastic!

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  15. Those photos are unbelievable - missed you so much tonight!!!

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