Located at 92 Winthrop St, Cambridge, MA, Shake Shack Harvard Square delivers an impressive experience for burger enthusiasts. Nestled just a short walk from Harvard Yard, this bustling hamburger restaurant shines with its lively atmosphere and quality offerings. Customers rave about the mushroom burger, a lighter yet equally delicious alternative to the classic beef option, alongside the crispy fries that are perfectly crunchy without being greasy.
The restaurant features a cozy second-floor seating area, providing a great view of the historic square, making it ideal for a laid-back meal. While some reviews mention the chaotic rush of app orders, the friendly staff and efficient service keep things moving smoothly. Diners often report a top-notch experience, with accolades for both the juicy burgers and indulgent shakes. While the lack of a soda machine for refills garnered a few complaints, most patrons leave feeling satisfied and eager to return.
Overall, Shake Shack Harvard Square excels at delivering not just tasty food but also a welcoming environment that reflects the vibrant spirit of Cambridge. It’s a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy quality fast-casual dining.
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Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Does not have assistive hearing loop
Service options
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has gender-neutral toilets
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Transgender safe space
Popular with university students
Planning
Usually has a wait
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Paid street parking
Difficult to find a space
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For Shake Shack Harvard Square
Ka Ming Fung
Jun 4,2025
The mushroom burger is a slightly healthier choice than the original burger, which is equally delicious and juicy. I would also recommend their fries, which is crunchy yet not so oily. Seatings on the second floor offers great view of the square outside. It also has two outdoor tables.
Topher Ellis
Jun 4,2025
This Shake Shack is located just minutes walk from Harvard Yard. Its very busy and a bit chaotic as there are tons of people around and most orders are via app or pick up. But there is a nice seating area on 2nd floor and couple table on the main floor. The burgers are very good.. I was told to expect very tasty burgers and thats what we got. The fries were ok, nothing special.. but burgers were delicious indeed. The shake was also very good and i tried it just to say I did, but was here for the burgers and they did not disappoint.
Nathanael Litter
May 9,2025
First time trying Shake Shack. This was a great location. We were vising Boston for a few days and took the subway to Harvard. This spot made for a convenient lunch. The restaurant was fairly clean and had both indoor and outdoor seating. The upstairs seating was nice and quiet. I also liked the option to order via tablet. The burgers and fries were very good, as was the milkshake. I would definitely eat here again. The only negative was they didn't have a soda machine for refills.
Sabrina Gr
May 2,2025
I love this place. Noah, pearly, Jason, kelvin, jas, Bernard, Meyer, Ivana, Roosevelt, onaald, Evans,roidy,Peyton. BEST SQUAD EVER!!!!!!!! my burger came out great, and they even threw in an extra fry!!!! This group is the best and I love them
Akash Qureshi
Apr 20,2025
I put in a large order for an event at work. The manager and employees here were amazing. Timing, quality of food, professionalism - all 10/10. Thank you!
Gary Sporer
Apr 20,2025
Excellent choice for my group of 31. Really fast and friendly service. We had pre-ordered, everything was hot and ready to go when we walked in. Joseline, the manager and her staff did an amazing job. One of the best I've seen in 18 years of leading tours!
Barbellz
Mar 23,2025
This was my first time trying Shake Shack, and it turned out to be a great experience. We were visiting Boston for a few days and decided to take the subway out to Harvard. This location made for a convenient and enjoyable lunch stop. The restaurant was fairly clean and offered both indoor and outdoor seating options, which was a nice touch. I especially appreciated the quiet atmosphere upstairs — it was a comfortable spot to relax and enjoy our meal away from the busier areas. Another highlight was the option to order through a tablet, making the whole process quick and easy. Overall, this Shake Shack location provided a pleasant dining experience, and I’d definitely consider coming back the next time I’m in the area. Burgers 100% all-natural Angus beef. No hormones and no antibiotics ever. Our proprietary Shack blend is freshly ground and served on a non-GMO potato bun. ShackBurger Cheeseburger topped with lettuce, tomato, and ShackSauce SmokeShack Cheeseburger with all-natural smoked Niman Ranch bacon, chopped cherry pepper, ShackSauce 'Shroom Burger Crisp-fried portobello mushroom filled with melted muenster and cheddar cheeses, topped with lettuce, tomato, and ShackSauce Shack Stack Cheeseburger and a 'Shroom Burger topped with lettuce, tomato, and ShackSauce Hamburger Let us know if you would like ShackSauce, lettuce, tomato, pickle, or onion GF Option: Make it a gluten-free hamburger bun 1.00 (Note: Our kitchen is not a gluten-free dedicated facility.) Chicken Chick'n Shack Crispy chicken breast with lettuce, pickles, and buttermilk herb mayo (100% all-natural cage-free chicken. No hormones and no antibiotics ever. Served on a non-GMO potato bun.) Flat-Top Dogs 100% all-natural beef. No hormones and no antibiotics ever. Split and griddled crisp. Shack-cago Dog Dragged through the garden with Rick’s Picks Shack relish, onion, cucumber, pickle, tomato, sport pepper, celery salt, and mustard Hot Dog Vienna all-beef dog Chicken Dog Shack Shack chicken, apple, and sage sausage Crinkle Cut Fries Fries Cheese Fries Bacon Cheese Fries
Fareha Siddique
Mar 22,2025
Really great place to grab a quick snack. Hits every time!!
Reviews For Shake Shack Harvard Square