| Rendezvous in Central Square | (617) 576-1900 | 502 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139

Steve Johnson

Chef / Owner

Steve Johnson has been a fixture in the Boston restaurant scene for over 20 years. He opened Rendezvous in Central Square in late 2005, and the restaurant has quickly received unanimous positive praise from the local food media, including Boston Magazine’s top honors for “Best Restaurant Début” in its August 2006 issue.
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The Staff

Rendezvous offers a comfortable dining experience with all the nuances of fine dining in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The menu is inspired by the flavors and aromas of the western Mediterranean -- Italy, France, Spain and North Africa. We look forward to meeting you at the Rendezvous!
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Recipes

Foraged Mushrooms: The Essence of Local, Seasonal Terroir

Foraged Mushrooms: The Essence of Local, Seasonal Terroir This article is featured on Local in Season. “Better food is the reason.” Right Food for the Season – Late Fall Written by Steve Johnson As a professional chef I’ve been working with New England farmers and fishermen for over 20 years sourcing seasonal, local fruits, vegetables, [...]

Green Initiatives

Green Initiatives at Rendezvous

As Kermit the Frog said, “It’s not easy being green!”. At Rendezvous, while we sympathize with our friend Kermit, we try our best! Here’s a list of green initiatives we’ve pursued at the restaurant and some of the eco-friendly attributes we’re especially proud of: 1. Steve doesn’t own a car and commutes to work all [...]

What’s going on this week…

Buzzards Bay Swim

Again this year, on Saturday, July 7, Chef/Owner Steve Johnson will be participating in the Buzzards Bay Swim, an annual fund raising event organized by The Coalition for Buzzards Bay.

Recent Press

Rendezvous named a 2012 “Best of New England – Editor’s Choice” Winner by Yankee Magazine

"Best Neighborhood Restaurant"

Featured Artist: Don Gurewitz

BHUTAN: INSIDE THE “LAND OF THE THUNDER DRAGON”

Rendezvous is delighted to welcome back the work of award-winning photographer and inveterate world traveler, Don Gurewitz.
Artists Reception and Open House to be held on Saturday, March 24th from 1-3pm. All are welcome! read more...

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Gift Certificates

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