The Maharaja in Cambridge, MA

4.1(2,200)$20–30Cambridge, MA
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Good value

Rated 4.1 stars based on 2200 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Romantic dinners

At a glance

Cambridge, MA • Price $20–30 • 4.1★
The Maharaja is an Indian buffet located at 57 John F. Kennedy St in Cambridge, MA's Harvard Square neighborhood. With a rating of 4.1 stars from 2200 reviews, this establishment offers dine-in service, no-contact delivery, and takeout options. The price range is between $20 and $30. The Maharaja provides a dining experience in the heart of Cambridge, MA, with convenient service choices for patrons. Consider The Maharaja for your next Indian buffet meal in the area.

Good to know

  • The Maharaja has a listed address in Cambridge, MA, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.1-star rating from 2,200 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
  • Service details include takeout.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
57 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA 02138, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA
Phone
(617) 547-2757
Today
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.1 (2,200 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

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Before you go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Not the Fastest

Score 37/100 · 3 positive signals
Quick bite score37/100
Speed signals
10/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
12/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
0/10

What works

  • Fast service
  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Moderate pricing

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 33/100 · 3 positive signals
Full night out score33/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
8/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance
  • Karaoke and nightclubs nearby
  • Cinema within walking distance

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

✅ 4.2 weighted · 2,200 reviews
4.2weighted · raw 4.1 from 2,200 reviews(↑ 0.06 from raw)
Highly Trusted
Review volume vs. city median2,200 / 500 median
02,500 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
3★
2★
1★

Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.1) with the city average (4.44) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 2500+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

1 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
11:30 AM–10:30 PM
monday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
saturday
12–10:30 PM
sunday
12–9:30 PM
thursday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
tuesday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
wednesday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM

Pricing

Price range $20–30
Price range$20–30

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
 Wheelchair accessible entrance Wheelchair accessible restroom Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Vegan optionsLimited vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleAccessible parking near entranceADA-compliant main entranceADA-compliant restroom

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual Cozy Lively TrendyGood for groupsGood for kids

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
Dine_inNo_contact_deliveryTakeoutReservationsDeliveryCatering

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
 Credit cards Debit cards N F C mobile payments

Highlights

Special features
 Fast service Great tea selection

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Accepts reservations

Popular Dishes

17 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Chicken Tikka$26.9991 mentions
  • Chicken Tikka Masala$27.9970 mentions
  • Tandoori Chicken$27.9930 mentions
  • Saag Paneer$26.9925 mentions
  • Chicken Korma$27.9917 mentions
  • Chicken Vindaloo$27.9916 mentions
  • Nargisi Malai Kofta$26.9914 mentions
  • Maharaja Dal Makhani$25.4913 mentions
  • Goat Curry$30.9912 mentions
  • Chana Masala$24.4910 mentions
  • Paneer Makhani$26.9910 mentions
  • Baingan Bharta$26.9910 mentions
  • Lamb Vindaloo$28.9910 mentions
  • Paratha$4.999 mentions
  • Basmati Rice$2.998 mentions
  • Chicken Samosa$9.498 mentions
  • Chicken Saag$27.998 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Reviews

2,200 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the rating of The Maharaja?

The Maharaja has a 4.1-star rating based on 2200 customer reviews.

Where is The Maharaja located?

The Maharaja is located at 57 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA 02138, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA.

How much does The Maharaja cost?

The Maharaja is budget-friendly. The price range is $20–30.

Is The Maharaja good?

The Maharaja is well-rated with 4.1 stars from 2200 reviews.

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A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

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18
Retail & Shopping
10
Transportation & Automotive
9
Travel & Tourism
5
Miscellaneous Services
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Librarys

Harvard Kennedy School Library

Library

~411 ft
Eliot House Library

Library

~0.2 mi
Gutman Library

Library

~0.2 mi
Pusey Library

Library

~0.3 mi
Harvard University Fine Arts Library

Library

~0.3 mi
Cabot Science Library

Library

~0.4 mi
Eda Kuhn Loeb Music Library

Library

~0.4 mi
Physics Research Library

Library

~0.4 mi

Theatres

American Repertory Theater

Theatre

64 Brattle Street

~0.2 mi
Website
Sanders Theatre

Theatre

~0.4 mi
Website

Museums

Fogg Museum

Museum

~0.4 mi
Website
Busch-Reisinger Museum

Museum

~0.4 mi
Website
Arthur M. Sackler Gallery

Museum

~0.4 mi
Website
Harvard Geological and Mineral Museum

Museum

26 Oxford Street

~0.5 mi
Website
Harvard Museum of Natural History

Museum

~0.5 miMo-Su 09:00-17:00
Website
Harvard Museum of Comparative Zoology

Museum

~0.5 mi
Website

Place Of Worships

St. John's Chapel

Place Of Worship

~0.4 mi
Transcendental Meditation Center

Place Of Worship

~0.5 mi

Post Offices

FedEx

Post Office

1 Eliot Street

~240 ftMo-Fr 08:00-19:00; Sa 09:00-18:00; Su 12:00-18:00

Banks

Bank of America

Bank

~0.1 miMo-Fr 09:00-16:30; Sa 09:00-13:00
Website
Eastern Bank

Bank

1336 Massachusetts Avenue

~0.2 miMo-Fr 08:00-17:00, Sa 09:00-12:00
+1-617-876-2790Website

Restaurants

Grafton Street Pub & Grill

Restaurant

59 John F. Kennedy Street

~98 ft
+1-617-714-5954Website
IHOP

Restaurant

16 Eliot Street

~182 ftMo-Su 07:00-22:00
+1-617-354-0999Website
Charlie's Kitchen

Restaurant

10 Eliot Street

~201 ftSu-We 11:00-01:00; Th-Sa 11:00-02:00
+1 617 492 9646Website
Chutney's

Restaurant

~406 ft
Russell House Tavern

Restaurant

14 John F. Kennedy Street

~517 ft
Harvest

Restaurant

~0.1 mi
Henrietta's Table

Restaurant

~0.1 mi
Bosso Ramen Tavern

Restaurant

24 Holyoke Street

~0.1 mi
Website

Pubs

Grendel's Den

Pub

89 Winthrop Street

~103 ft11:30-01:00
+16174911160Website

Cafes

Peet's Coffee

Cafe

~186 ft
Zinneken's

Cafe

1154 Massachusetts Avenue

~0.3 miMo-Fr 11:00-23:00; Sa 10:00-23:00; Su 10:00-21:00
+1-617-876-0836Website
Circus Cooperative Cafe

Cafe

31 Putnam Avenue

~0.4 mi08:00-15:00
+1-617-945-7437Website
Bauer Cafe

Cafe

~0.5 mi

Fast Foods

Tasty Burger

Fast Food

~309 ftMo-Th, Su 11:00-24:00; Fr, Sa 11:00-01:00
Clover Food Lab

Fast Food

1326 Massachusetts Avenue

~0.2 miMo-Sa 07:00-22:00; Su 11:00-20:00
Website

Bars

Noir

Bar

~493 ft
Regattabar

Bar

~0.1 mi

Bakerys

Mike's Pastry

Bakery

11 Dunster Street

~0.1 mi
+1 617 661 0518Website
Asaro Bakery & Cafe

Bakery

1629 Cambridge Street

~0.6 miMo-Su 07:00-16:00
+1-617-395-3132Website

Ice Creams

J.P. Licks

Ice Cream

1312 Massachusetts Avenue

~0.2 miMo-Th 09:00-23:00, Fr-Sa 09:00-00:000, Su 10:00-23:00
+1-617-492-1001Website

Polices

Harvard University Police - Mather House Sub Station

Police

~0.4 mi
Harvard University Police

Police

29 Garden Street

~0.5 mi

Events Venues

The Sinclair

Events Venue

52 Church Street

~0.1 mi
Website

Toilets

Portland Loo

Toilets

~0.2 mi

Shelters

Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island

Shelter

~0.2 mi

Bicycle Parkings

MDC Bikeway Rack

Bicycle Parking

~0.2 mi

Nightclubs

Club Passim

Nightclub

~0.2 mi

Playgrounds

Children's Center Play Yard

Playground

~0.4 mi

Parks

Burns Playground

Park

~0.4 mi

Cannabis

Westernfront

Cannabis

98 Winthrop Street

~129 ft

Photos

Hunt's Photo & Video

Photo

~273 ft

Opticians

Lunette Optic

Optician

35 Brattle Street

~0.1 mi
+1-617-714-6600Website

Clothes

Harvard Coop

Clothes

~0.1 mi

Musics

In Your Ear

Music

~0.1 mi

Department Stores

Muji

Department Store

48 Brattle Street

~0.1 miMo-Sa 10:00-20:00; Su 11:00-19:00
+1-617-758-0002Website

Chocolates

L. A. Burdick

Chocolate

52 Brattle Street

~0.2 miMo-Su 08:00-21:00
+1-617-491-4340Website

Books

Grolier Poetry Bookshop

Books

6 Plympton Street

~0.2 miMo-Tu,Su off; We-Sa 11:00-19:00
+1 617-547-4648Website
Harvard Book Store

Books

1256 Massachusetts Avenue

~0.2 miMo-Sa 09:00-22:00; Su 10:00-21:00
+1 617 661 1515Website

Frames

Big Picture Framing

Frame

~0.4 miMo-Fr 09:30-18:00; Sa 09:30-17:30; Su 12:00-17:00

Sports Centres

Beren Tennis Center

Sports Centre

~0.4 mi
+1 617 495 5068Website

Bicycle Rentals

Bluebikes - Harvard Kennedy School at Bennett St / Eliot St

Bicycle Rental

~248 ft
Bluebikes - Harvard Square at Brattle St / Elliot St

Bicycle Rental

~431 ft
Bluebikes - Harvard Square at Mass Ave/ Dunster

Bicycle Rental

~0.1 mi
Blue Bikes - Harvard University River Houses at DeWolfe St / Cowperthwaite St

Bicycle Rental

~0.3 mi
Bluebikes

Bicycle Rental

~0.4 mi
Bluebikes

Bicycle Rental

~0.4 mi
Blue Bikes - Harvard University Gund Hall at Quincy St / Kirkland S

Bicycle Rental

~0.5 mi
Blue Bikes - Cambridge Main Library at Broadway / Trowbridge St

Bicycle Rental

~0.5 mi

Bus Stations

Harvard Square

Bus Station

~0.1 mi

Attractions

Harvard Square

Attraction

~0.1 mi

Artworks

John Harvard Statue

Artwork

~0.2 mi
Large Four Piece Reclining Figure

Artwork

~0.3 mi
Longfellow

Artwork

~0.4 mi
Bessie

Artwork

~0.6 mi