Harvard Square French Fry & Pairings Food Tour
Off The Beaten Path Food Tours, Cambridge, MA
Admission: $55
Harvard Square is famous for so much — Harvard University, eclectic bookshops, buskers, and a food scene that punches well above its weight. But here’s what most visitors don’t know: it’s also home to some of the best french fries in all of Massachusetts . Together with our guide Larom, a Harvard alum, we built an entire tour around that fact, and it’s become one of the most unique food experiences in Cambridge. On this 90-minute walking adventure, you’ll sample distinctly different styles of fries at three beloved Harvard Square spots — from classic hand-cut wedges to smoky BBQ fries to legendary sweet potato fries — each paired with a drink chosen specifically to bring out the flavors. We’ll try the original raspberry lime rickey , a refreshing peach lemonade , and a crazy ice cream frappe that has to be seen to be believed. All pairings are non-alcoholic, making this tour genuinely fun for the whole family. Along the way, your guide will walk you through the beloved cobblestone streets past Harvard Yard , the Widener Library , the quirky Harvard Lampoon building , and the storied Harvard Faculty Club — sharing the funny, fresh, and occasionally absurd stories that make this…