Bambara Cambridge Menu

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$$$Restaurant

Starters
- Pesto Arancini
  roasted garlic marinara, mozzarella, parmesan
  $12.00
- Warm Hummus
  olive tapenade, green tahini, pickles, grilled flatbread
  $14.00
- Smoked St. Louis Ribs
  apple cider bbq, honey butter, cornbread - cambridge ribfest 2024 1st place recipe
  $21.00
- Fried Calamari
  pickled peppers, green goddess
  $16.00
- Chicken Wings
  lemon pepper seasoning, green garlic ranch
  $16.00
- New England Style Clam Chowder
  bacon, potato, chives
  $14.00
Salads
- Caesar Salad
  gem lettuce, parmesan, focaccia croutons
  $13.00
- Beet Salad
  little leaf greens, cider vinaigrette, goat cheese labneh, apple, pistachio dukkah
  $16.00
- Burrata Salad
  arugula, figs, toasted almonds, honey vinaigrette, grilled rosemary focaccia
  $17.00
Oysters
- Oysters
  mignonette, cocktail sauce
  $3.00
Entrées
- Grilled Filet Mignon
  roasted carrots, evoo mashed potatoes, chimichurri
  $57.00
- House Made Fettuccini
  vodka cream sauce, calabrian chili, pecorino toscano, basil
  $28.00
- Grilled Steak Frites
  french fries, arugula salad, red wine demi
  $38.00
- Lobster Roll
  lemon aioli, thick fries, coleslaw
  $46.00
- House Made Fusilli
  Bolognese, parmesan, gremolata
  $30.00
- Pan Roasted Statler Chicken
  goat cheese polenta, roasted broccolini, mushroom marsala
  $33.00
- Grilled Salmon
  roasted brussels sprouts, pearl onions, apple cider jus, pumpkin puree, pepita crunch
  $37.00
- Seared Scallops
  black lentils, celery root, sherry cream
  $36.00
- Grilled Berkshire Pork Chop
  sweet potato puree, bacon braised kale, cider-mustard crema
  $45.00
Sides
- Creamy Polenta
  thyme, goat cheese
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts
  apple cider jus, pepita crunch
- Bacon Braised Kale
- Honey Butter Cornbread
  sea salt
- Thick Cut Fries
  harissa aioli
- Roasted Broccolini
  roasted garlic butter
- Roasted Carrots
  chimichurri
- Mashed Sweet Potatoes
  cider-mustard crema
Sparkling
- Bisol Jeio, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy
  $15.00
- Chandon Brut Rosé, California
  $17.00
Rosé
- Chateau De Campuget, Syrah, Rhône Valley, France
  $10.00
- M De Minuty, Grenache, Provence, France
  $19.00
White
- Esperto Pinot Grigio, Veneto, Italy
  $11.00
- Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
  $13.00
- Ponzi, Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, Oregon
  $16.00
- Kloof Street Old Vine Chenin Blanc, Swartland, South Africa
  $17.00
- Brewer-Clifton 'Diatom' Chardonnay, Santa Barbara, CA
  $19.00
Red
- Portillo, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
  $12.00
- Cecchi Chianti, Sangiovese, Tuscany, Italy
  $12.00
- Imagery, Pinot Noir, Sonoma, CA
  $14.00
- Ramsay, Merlot, Napa, CA
  $14.00
- Raymond 'Sommelier Selection' Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa, CA
  $75.00
Cocktails
- Mambo #5
  credit: colin dyer - bambara bartender; beefeater gin, acai, italicus, lemon, egg white
  $18.00
- The Mission Statement
  fig infused ketel one, amaretto, honey, egg white
  $16.00
- Ring Of Fire
  olmeca blanco, ilegal mezcal, mango, pineapple, habanero
  $15.00
- Bambara Old-Fashioned
  elijah craig bourbon, laird's applejack brandy, demerara, angostura bitters
  $16.00
- Ha Cha Cha
  singani 63, aperol, apricot, pomegranate-lime
  $16.00
- Almost A Bee's Knees
  citadelle gin, licor 43, lavender-honey, lemon
  $15.00
- Carajillo Martini
  tito's vodka, espresso, licor 43, amaro
  $17.00
- The Kentucky Connection
  wild turkey 101 rye, amaro, grapefruit, cinnamon, lime
  $16.00
Flights
- Heaven Hill Whiskey
  explore three distict styles of bourbon by one of america's most prolifc whiskey distillers
  $20.00
- Vintage Brandy
  experience three unique brandies ranging from entry level to extremely rare
  $28.00
Draft
- Sam Adams Summer Ale, 5.3%, Boston, MA
  $13.00
- Fiddlehead IPA, 6.2%, Shelburne, VT
  $11.00
- Winter Hill Suburban Home Pale Ale, 4.8%, Cambridge, MA
  $12.00
- Wormtown Be Hoppy IPA, 6.5%, Worcester, MA
  $12.00
Cans | Bottles
- Bud Light, American Lager, 4.2%, Missouri
  $7.00
- Truly Hard Seltzer, Wild Berry, 5%, Boston Beer Co
  $9.00
- Lagunitas Daytime IPA, IPA 4.0%, Petaluma, CA
  $8.00
- Sam Adams Boston Lager, Vienna Lager, 5%, Massachusetts
  $9.00
- Angry Orchard, Cider, 5%, New York
  $9.00
- Athletic Brewing Co Golden Ale - NA, 0.05%, Connecticut
  $9.00
- Stella Artois, Euro Pale Lager, 4.8%, Belgium
  $9.00
- Modelo Especial, Lager, 4.4%, Mexico
  $9.00
- Night Shift Brewing Whirlpool, Hazy Pale Ale, 4.5%, Massachusetts
  $9.00
- New Belgium Voodoo Ranger IPA, India Pale Ale, 7%, Colorado
  $9.00
- Guinness Draught, Irish Dry Stout, 4.2%, Ireland
  $12.00
- Athletic Brewing Co IPA - NA, 0.05%, Connecticut
  $9.00
Main
- Breakfast Sandwich
  Fried cage-free egg, smoked cheddar, bacon. Harissa aioli, english muffin, breakfast potatoes
  $15.00
- Egg & Chorizo Burrito
  tomatillo, cheddar, avocado, breakfast potatoes
  $18.00
- Two Eggs Any Style
  cage-free eggs, bacon or turkey sausage, sourdough, breakfast potatoes
  $19.00
- Brioche French Toast
  apple compote, streusel topping, cider glaze
  $17.00
- Veggie Omelet
  spinach, brussels sprouts, goat cheese
  $18.00
- Three Meat Omelet
  ham, bacon, chorizo, cheddar, sourdough toast, breakfast potatoes
  $19.00
- Ham Eggs Benedict
  two poached cage-free eggs, smoked paprika, hollandaise, breakfast potatoes
  $19.00
- Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict
  two poached cage-free eggs, smoked paprika, hollandaise, breakfast potatoes
  $23.00
- Smoked Salmon Bagel
  Tomato, red onion, capers, cream cheese. Choice of plain or everything bagel
  $21.00
Featured Items
- Parfait
  berries, greek yogurt, honey, dried fruits, almonds
  $12.00
- Toasted Bagel & Cream Cheese
  $6.00
- Cold Cereal & Milk
  raisin bran | fruit loops | frosted mini wheat
  $5.00
- Fruit Salad
  $9.00
- Croissant
  $7.00
- Pumpkin Bread
  honey butter, candied pepitas
  $6.00
- Avocado Toast
  herb ricotta, crispy shallots
  $14.00
- Oatmeal
  apples, dried fruits, almonds
  $13.00
Beverages
- Orange Juice
  $5.00
- La Colombe Coffee
  $4.00
- In Pursuit Of Tea
  $4.00
- Latte
  $5.00
- Cappuccino
  $5.00
- Espresso
  $4.50
Light Fare
- Parfait
  berries, greek yogurt, honey, dried fruits, almonds
  $12.00
- Fruit Salad
  cantaloupe, honeydew, grapes, pineapple
  $9.00
- Pumpkin Bread
  cream cheese glaze, spiced pepitas
  $6.00
Eggs
- Bambara Breakfast
  two cage-free eggs any style, sourdough, bacon, breakfast potatoes
  $19.00
- Egg Sandwich On English Muffin
  fried cage-free egg, smoked cheddar, bacon, harissa aioli, breakfast potatoes
  $15.00
- Three Meat Omelet
  ham, bacon, chorizo, cheddar, sourdough toast, breakfast potatoes
  $19.00
- Veggie Omelet
  roasted broccolini, smoked cheddar, sourdough toast, breakfast potatoes
  $18.00
- Egg & Chorizo Burrito
  tomatillo, cheddar, avocado, breakfast potatoes
  $18.00
- Wagyu Brisket Hash
  caramelized onions, salsa verde, two poached cage-free eggs
  $22.00
- Veggie Hash
  roasted sweet potato, squash, apple, mustard crema, crispy shallots, two poached cage-free eggs
  $18.00
Benedicts
- Cod Cakes
  $19.00
- Heritage Ham
  $19.00
- Tomato & Avocado
  $16.00
Sandwiches & Salads
- Brunch Burger
  smoked cheddar, fried cage-free egg, harissa aioli, thick cut fries
  $28.00
- Smoked Salmon Bagel
  Tomato, red onion, capers, cream cheese. Choice of plain or everything bagel
  $21.00
- Buffalo Chicken Caesar Wrap
  buttermilk chicken, parmesan, thick cut fries
  $19.00
- Pesto Grilled Cheese
  mozzarella, tomato soup
  $21.00
- Cobb Salad
  chopped greens, avocado, bacon, egg, caramelized onions, blue cheese, ranch dressing
  $17.00
- Caesar Salad
  parmesan, croutons
  $13.00
Toast & Grains
- French Toast
  cinnamon apples, crème anglaise
  $17.00
- Buttermilk Pancakes
  cinnamon-maple, cream cheese glaze
  $17.00
- Oatmeal
  poached pears, candied walnuts
  $13.00
- Avocado Toast
  herb ricotta, crispy shallots
  $14.00
Sides
- Bacon
  $8.00
- Turkey Sausage
  $8.00
- Breakfast Potatoes
  $7.00
- Croissant
  $7.00
- Two Cage-Free Eggs
  $8.00
- Toasted Bagel & Cream Cheese
  $6.00
Beverages
- Natalie's Orange Juice
  $5.00
- La Colombe Coffee
  $4.00
- Mighty Leaf Hot Tea
  $4.00
- Latte | Cappuccino
  $5.00
- Espresso
  $4.50
Smoothies
- Banana
  peanut butter, oat milk, honey
  $9.00
- Berry
  yogurt, oat milk, honey
  $9.00
- Mango
  coconut water, agave
  $9.00
Cocktails
- Mimosa
  prosecco, orange juice
  $12.00
- Bloody Mary
  vodka, housemade bloody mary
  $13.00
- Aperol Spritz
  aperol, sparkling wine, club soda
  $13.00
- Espresso Martini
  wheatley vodka, espresso, mocha stout syrup, cocoa bitters
  $17.00
Beer | Cider | Seltzer
- Sam Adams Octoberfest 5.3%, Boston, MA
  $11.00
- Winter Hill Johnny Juice IPA 7%, Cambridge, MA
  $12.00
- Fiddlehead IPA 6.2%, Shelburne, VT
  $10.00
Cans | Bottles
- Miller High Life, American Lager, 4.6%, Wisconsin
  $6.00
- Bud Light, American Lager, 4.2%, Missouri
  $6.00
- Sam Adams Boston Lager, Vienna Lager, 5%, Massachusetts
  $8.00
- Stella Artois, Euro Pale Lager, 4.8%, Belgium
  $9.00
- Modelo Especial, Lager, 4.4%, Mexico
  $9.00
- Lagunitas Daytime IPA, IPA 4.0%, Petaluma, CA
  $8.00
- Notch Left Of The Dial IPA 6.5%, Salem, MA
  $8.00
- New Belgium Voodoo Ranger IPA India Pale Ale, 7%, Colorado
  $9.00
- Night Shift Brewing Whirlpool, Hazy Pale Ale, 4.5%, Massachusetts
  $9.00
- Castle Island White, Witbier, 5.6%, Massachusetts
  $15.00
- Guinness Draught, Irish Dry Stout 4.2%, Ireland
  $10.00
- Angry Orchard, Cider 5%, New York
  $9.00
- Truly Hard Seltzer, Wild Berry, Hard Setlzer 5%, California
  $8.00
Sparkling
- Prosecco, Bisol Jeio, Veneto, Italy
  $13.00
- Domaine Chandon Brut, Napa, CA
  $19.00
White
- Sella & Mosca, Vermintino, Sardinia, Italy
  $10.00
- Villa Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ
  $13.00
- Cave De Lugny, Chardonnay, Mâconnais, France
  $14.00
- Brewer-Clifton "Diatom" Chardonnay, Santa Barbara, CA
  $16.00
Red
- Portillo, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
  $12.00
- Pinot Noir, Imagery, Sonoma, CA
  $13.00
- Tempranillo, Bodegas Protos Tinto Fino, Ribera Del Duero, Spain
  $14.00
- Tenuta Di Nozzole, Chianti Reserva, Tuscany, Italy
  $14.00
- Guigal, Côtes Du Rhone, Rhone, France
  $13.00
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Austin Hope Winery, Paso Robles, CA
  $17.00
- Roth Heritage, Cabernet / Malbec, Sonoma, CA
  $17.00
Soups & Salads
- Seasonal Soup
  $11.00
- Clam Chowder
  bacon, cream, chives
  $12.00
- Caesar Salad
  little gem lettuce, parmesan, fococcia croutons
  $13.00
- Cobb Salad
  chopped greens, bacon, caramelized onions, tomatoes, blue cheese, ranch dressing
  $15.00
- Beet Salad
  little leaf greens, cider vinaigrette, goat cheese labneh, apple, pistachio dukkah
  $16.00
- Burrata Salad
  arugula, figs, toasted almonds, honey vinaigrette, grilled rosemary focaccia
  $17.00
Flatbreads
- BBQ Smoked Chicken
  pickled shallots and jalapenos, mozzarella
  $16.00
- Mushroom
  ricotta, parmesan, arugula, vincotto
  $15.00
- Butternut Squash
  feta, pepitas, chimichuri
  $15.00
Sandwiches
- Bambara Burger
  smoked cheddar, pickles, harissa aioli, brioche bun
  $18.00
- Buffalo Chicken Caesar Wrap
  fried buttermilk chicken, parmesan
  $17.00
- Birria Grilled Cheese
  beef birria, focaccia, caramelized onions, mozzarella, jus
  $17.00
- Pesto Grilled Cheese
  focaccia, mozzarella, provolone, tomato, basil pesto
  $16.00
- Bambara BLTA
  candied bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado, lemon aioli, toasted ciabatta
  $17.00
- New England Lobster Roll
  toasted brioche, napa slaw, lemon aioli
- Fish Sandwich
  fried cod, cole slaw, tartar sauce
  $19.00
- Turkey Club
  smoked turkey, bacon, tomato, lettuce, mayo
  $16.00
Beverages
- La Colombe Nitro Cold Brew
  $8.00
- Hot Chocolate
  whole milk, whipped cream
  $6.00
- Chai Latte
  whole milk, pumpkin spice sugar
  $7.00
- Apple Cider
  cinnamon
  $6.00
Desserts
- Chocolate Cake
  cocoa nib crumble, chocolate sauce, mint ice cream
- Chai Ice Cream Sundae
  cider poached apples, brown butter streusel, hibiscus syrup, whipped cream
- Tres Leches Cake
  coconut, cashew, mango, whipped cream
1st Course
- Seasonal Soup
- Caesar Salad
  boquerones, fried bread
- Mixed Greens
  dried fruit, goat cheese
2nd Course
- Grilled Hanger Steak
  fingerling potatoes, mushrooms, red wine sauce, seasonal vegetables
- Grilled Salmon
  fregola sarda with golden beets and pistachio, urfa roasted brussel sprouts, salsa verde
- House Made Fettuccini
  garlic marinara, basil, capers, olives, grana padano
3rd Course
- Dessert Sampler
Added Enhancements
- Chef's Choice Cheese
  $5.00
- Assorted Charcuterie
  $7.00
- Cheese & Charcuterie
  $11.00
1st Course
- Seasonal Soup
- Caesar Salad
  boquerones, fried bread
- Chickpea Falafel
  tahini yogurt
- Mixed Greens Salad
  dried fruit, goat cheese
- Clam Chowder
  chopped native clams, potatoes, bacon, oyster crackers
2nd Course
- Grilled Ribeye
  fingerling potatoes, mushrooms, red wine sauce, seasonal vegetables
- Grilled Salmon
  fregola sarda with golden beets and pistachio, urfa roasted brussel sprouts, salsa verde
- Statler Chicken Breast
  goat cheese polenta, roasted broccolini, mushroom marsala
- Sea Scallops
  chef selected preparation of seasonal sides
- House Made Fettuccini
  garlic marinara, basil, capers, olives, grana padano
- Seasonal Vegetable Risotto
  chef selected preparation of seasonal sides
Hot
- Feta & Spinach In Phyllo
  $6.00
- Vegetable Spring Roll With Ginger Soy
  $6.00
- Coconut Shrimp With Sweet Mustard
  $6.00
- Chickpea Falafel With Tahini Yogurt
  $6.00
- Mini Beef Wellington
  $6.00
- Mushroom & Goat Cheese Tart
  $6.00
- Raspberry & Brie Diamond
  $6.00
- Mini Cheeseburger Slider
  $8.00
- Prosciutto & Mozzarella
  Arancini with Lemon Aioli
  $6.00
- Mini Crab Cake With Spicy Aioli
  $6.00
- Sea Scallop Wrapped In Bacon
  $6.00
- Pigs In A Blanket
  $6.00
- Asian Chicken Satay With Sweet Chili
  $6.00
- Meatball With Marinara
  $6.00
- Lemon Pepper Fried Chicken Bites
  $6.00
Cold
- East Coast Oyster On The Half Shell
  $7.00
- Asparagus Wrapped In Prosciutto
  $6.00
- Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
  $7.00
- Goat Cheese Crostini With Raisin Jam & Pistachio
  $6.00
- Spicy Tuna Tartare On Wonton Chip
  $7.00
- Smoked Salmon & Chive Cream
  Cheese on Rye Toast
  $7.00
- Mini Caprese Skewer
  $5.00
- Tomato Bruschetta
  $5.00
- Spinach Artichoke Flatbread
  $5.00
- Chicken & Apple Pita Crisp
  $5.00
- Sirloin Crostini With Horseradish Aioli
  $6.00
- Grilled Squash Skewer With Balsamic
  $5.00
- Avocado Toast With Crispy Shallot & Pickled Radish
  $6.00
- Ricotta Crostini & Fig Jam With Walnut
  $6.00
- Roasted Beet & Hummus On Pita Chip
  $5.00
- Salmon Ceviche With Ponzu
  $7.00
Displays
- Mediterranean Display
  toasted pita chips with hummus, seasonal grilled vegetables, marinated green olives, kalamata olives
  $20.00
- Charcuterie
  artisanal and house made charcuterie, traditional condiments and pickles, assorted cheese selection, sliced baguettes
  $22.00
- Flatbread
  margherita: fresh mozzarella and basil; bbq chicken: pepper jack, avocado; braised short rib: chipotle ranch; mushrooms: chef selected mushrooms, fontina
  $22.00
- Farmers Cheese Board
  selection of artisanal cheeses from new england farms, dried fruits, nuts, honey sliced baguette and crackers
  $20.00
- Garden Vegetable Crudités
  seasonal fresh vegetables, sun-dried tomato aioli and buttermilk herb dip
  $18.00
Desserts
- Cookies & Brownies
- Mini Cannolis
- Chocolate Covered Strawberries
- Assorted Mini Pastries
- Chocolate & Vanilla Pot De Crème
Entrée Course
- American Breakfast
  scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes, bacon, sourdough toast
- Brioche French Toast
  seasonal fruit, whipped cream, maple syrup
- Three Meat Omelet
  cheddar, breakfast potatoes, sourdough toast
- Vegetable Omelet
  seasonal veggies, goat cheese, breakfast potatoes, sourdough toast
- Avocado Toast
  smoked salmon, fried egg, salsa verde
- Chorizo & Egg Burrito
  avocado, tomatillo, cheddar, breakfast potatoes
- Dry Aged Burger
  smoked cheddar, pickles, harissa aioli, handcut fries
- Ceasar Salad With Grilled Chicken
  boquerones, fried bread
- Quinoa Bowl
  harissa stewed chickpeas, pickled red onion, grilled asparagus, sunflower seeds
Added Enhancements
- Berry Parfait
  $5.00
- Fruit Salad
  $5.00
- Assorted Pastries
  $5.00
- Fruit & Pastry Combo
  $7.00
- Mimosa Bar
  inlcudes one bottle of sparkling wine and a selection of fresh juices & garnishes
  $60.00
Main
- Sorcerer's American Breakfast
  scrambled egg, bacon, breakfast potatoes
  $10.00
- Fantastical French Toast
  nutella, strawberries, whipped cream, maple syrup
  $10.00
- Enchanted Birthday Cake Pancake
  whipped cream, maple syrup
  $10.00
- Mystical Chicken Fingers
  thick cut fries
  $10.00
- Magical Grilled Cheese Sticks
  tomato soup
  $10.00
- Warlock's Cheeseburger
  thick cut fries
  $10.00
- Fresh Fruit
  $4.00
- Confetti Parfait
  greek yogurt, strawberries, fruity pebbles
  $4.00
- Cereal
  choice of: mini wheats, raisin bran, fruit loops
  $5.00
- Banana Smoothie
  peanut butter, chocolate syrup, whipped cream
  $8.00
Main
- Charmed Chicken Fingers
  choice of fruit or fries
  $10.00
- Goblin's Grilled Cheese
  choice of fruit or fries
  $10.00
- Abracadabra Cheeseburger
  choice of fruit or fries
  $10.00
- Spellbound Mac-N-Cheese
  $10.00
- Merlin's Pasta With Butter
  $10.00