Candles flicker at Atasca, a neighborhood bistro guaranteed to transport you to the Azores. Appealing dishes include grilled sardines, grilled linguica with pineapple, pork loin sauteed in white wine and garlic, and homemade rice pudding. The robust Portuguese wines and ports only enhance the journey.
Visit Atasca and you`ll get a restaurant that dishes up a Portuguese fare. Expect the average entrée to cost in the range of $12 to $20, and you`ll be appropriate if dressed casual.
Atmosphere: The place has a traditional décor enhanced by pottery. The fireplace adds to the atmosphere and mood here. This restaurant is patroned by all kinds of people. Table talk requires you to speak up a bit here.
More Reasons to Go: Atasca is great for anniversaries and other romantic evenings. When weather permits, enjoy outdoor seating.
Eating & Drinking: Open for lunch and dinner.A full selection of alcoholic beverages are served. You`ll find that there a seated bar inside.
Notable Mention: One of Cambridge`s better restaurants.
Details to Note: Reservations are not accepted. Carryout is available. Smoking is allowed at the bar. Entrances and walkways are wheelchair friendly. Children are welcome.
Ways to Pay: Cash, MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club, Discover and Carte Blanche
Hours of Operation: Tue thru Fridays 11:30a thru 3p; 4p thru 10p, Saturdays 11:30a thru 3p; 4p thru 11p, Sundays noon thru 10p, Mondays closed
