Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 8:30 AM
| Monday | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
Local time in Cambridge: 11:01 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (617) 354-2983 to confirm.
Location & directions
9 Brookline StreetCambridge, MA 02139
About Brookline Lunch
Brookline Lunch is an American restaurant located at 9 Brookline Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It is one of 317 places to eat and drink we list in Cambridge.
Brookline Lunch is open 6 days a week, usually 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (closed Tuesday).
Service options include takeout and dine-in.
For questions or orders, call (617) 354-2983.
Quick facts
- Category
- American Restaurant
- Address
- 9 Brookline Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
- Phone
- (617) 354-2983
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (closed Tuesday)
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 9 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for American restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Brookline Lunch’s weekday schedule with 7 other American restaurants in Cambridge. On a typical weekday it opens at 8:30 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 4:30 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 48 hours a week, 13 hours fewer than the local median of 61. 100% of American restaurants in Cambridge open on Sundays, and Brookline Lunch is one of them.
Compared with 7 other American restaurants in Cambridge that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for American restaurants in Massachusetts
Based on 45 menus with 3,193 priced items from American restaurants in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $13.99, and half of all items are priced between $9.00 and $19.00.
We don’t have Brookline Lunch’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what American restaurants in Massachusetts typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Caesar Salad | 40% | $14.00 |
| French Fries | 27% | $5.97 |
| Grilled Cheese | 24% | $10.00 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 20% | $9.99 |
| Fried Pickles | 18% | $12.38 |
| Baked Haddock | 18% | $24.15 |
| Chicken Fingers | 18% | $10.97 |
| Onion Rings | 18% | $8.25 |
Calculated from 45 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Brookline Lunch there are 77 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 173 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (30), Bakeries & Desserts (16), Bars & Pubs (13), and Asian & Pacific (10).
Competition is healthy: 6 other American restaurants are within a mile and 53 within three miles. The closest is Althea, 0.1 mi away.
54 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Sandwiches & DelisClover HFI< 0.1 mi
- Mediterranean & Middle EasternVialé< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsPhoenix Landing< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiThe Mad Monkfish< 0.1 mi
- Asian & PacificHappy Lamb Hot Pot< 0.1 mi
What to expect at an American restaurant
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Brookline Lunch's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (closed Tuesday). Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Saturday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Sunday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Is Brookline Lunch open on Sunday?
Yes, Brookline Lunch is open on Sundays: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Where is Brookline Lunch located?
Brookline Lunch is located at 9 Brookline Street, Cambridge, MA 02139.
What is the phone number of Brookline Lunch?
You can call Brookline Lunch at (617) 354-2983.
Does Brookline Lunch offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Brookline Lunch, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout and dine-in.
Is Brookline Lunch open late?
No, Brookline Lunch usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Brookline Lunch?
There are 173 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Brookline Lunch. Nearby options include Clover HFI (< 0.1 mi), Vialé (< 0.1 mi), and Phoenix Landing (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other American restaurants near Brookline Lunch?
6 other American restaurants within a mile. The closest is Althea, 0.1 mi away.
How much do American restaurants in Massachusetts cost?
Based on 45 menus with 3,193 priced items from American restaurants in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $13.99, and half of all items are priced between $9.00 and $19.00.
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