Opening hours
Open now · closes 12:00 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Friday | 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Saturday | 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sunday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
Local time in Cambridge: 11:32 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (617) 945-1317 to confirm.
Location & directions
464 Massachusetts AvenueCambridge, MA 02139
About Darling
Looking for a bar in Cambridge? Darling is at 464 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, Massachusetts. Our Cambridge guide covers 317 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Darling is open 6 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM (closed Monday). It stays open late, until 12:00 AM on most nights.
Phone: (617) 945-1317.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bar
- Address
- 464 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139
- Phone
- (617) 945-1317
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM (closed Monday)
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 10 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 6 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for bars and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Darling’s weekday schedule with 45 other bars in Massachusetts. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 3:00 PM) and closes at 12:00 AM, in line with the typical 12:00 AM.
In total it is open about 44 hours a week, 23 hours fewer than the local median of 67. 89% of bars in Massachusetts open on Sundays, and Darling is one of them.
Compared with 45 other bars in Massachusetts that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for bars across the US
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
We don’t have Darling’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what bars across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Onion Rings | 20% | $7.00 |
| Cheeseburger | 16% | $9.50 |
| Chicken Strips | 14% | $7.88 |
| Grilled Cheese | 13% | $6.75 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 13% | $7.37 |
| Blt | 13% | $9.95 |
| Chicken Tenders | 12% | $8.00 |
| Chef Salad | 12% | $12.20 |
Calculated from 108 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What bars usually offer
Across 153 bars in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 94% offer delivery
- 77% have dine-in seating
- 76% take reservations
Ask Darling directly at (617) 945-1317 to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Darling there are 77 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 180 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (30), Bakeries & Desserts (17), Bars & Pubs (12), and Asian & Pacific (10).
Competition is healthy: 7 other bars are within a mile and 50 within three miles. The closest is Brick & Mortar, 0.1 mi away.
56 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- EuropeanLa Fabrica Central< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodMcDonald's< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisClover HFI< 0.1 mi
- AmericanBrookline Lunch< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeJaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a bar
Bars and pubs cover everything from neighborhood dives and sports bars to cocktail lounges, wine bars, brewpubs and taprooms. Many serve food – burgers, wings, pub fare or a full kitchen – while others offer little beyond snacks or host food trucks.
What to order
- Local beer on draft – especially at brewpubs and taprooms
- A house cocktail – cocktail bars often have signature drinks
- Wings or nachos – classic bar food
- Pub burger – often one of the best-value meals in town
Good to know
- Bring a valid photo ID – it may be checked even if you look over 21.
- Kitchens often close earlier than the bar.
- Plan a safe ride home; rideshare pickup points are common outside busy bars.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Darling's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM (closed Monday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Friday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM; Saturday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM; Sunday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM.
Is Darling open on Sunday?
Yes, Darling is open on Sundays: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM.
Where is Darling located?
Darling is located at 464 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139.
What is the phone number of Darling?
You can call Darling at (617) 945-1317.
Is Darling open late?
Yes – Darling is open until 10 PM or later on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Darling?
There are 180 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Darling. Nearby options include La Fabrica Central (< 0.1 mi), McDonald's (< 0.1 mi), and Clover HFI (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other bars near Darling?
7 other bars within a mile. The closest is Brick & Mortar, 0.1 mi away.
How much do bars across the US cost?
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
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