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Harvard Square, Harvard University Common Spaces

Daily, 11:00–21:30 11a-9:30p Science Center Plaza, 1350 Massachusetts Ave · Cambridge, MA

Great for Families
Great for Kids
Great for Outdoors & Active

Harvard Square, Harvard University Common Spaces is a daily food truck gathering at Science Center Plaza, 1350 Massachusetts Ave in Cambridge, MA, running 11:00–21:30. The event features revolving food trucks throughout the day, including vendors like Roxy’s Grilled Cheese and Tenoch Mexican Food Truck.

What to expect

•Rotating food trucks throughout the day
•Vendors such as Roxy’s Grilled Cheese and Tenoch Mexican Food Truck on rotation
•Open-air plaza dining at Science Center Plaza
•Bites available daily from 11:00 to 21:30

Who it's for

Families
Kids
People looking for outdoor dining
Harvard Square visitors
Food truck fans

Good to know

Where are the Harvard University Common Spaces food trucks located?

The food trucks are at Science Center Plaza, 1350 Massachusetts Ave, in Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA.

What time are the food trucks open at Harvard University Common Spaces?

They run daily from 11:00 to 21:30, listed as 11a–9:30p.

Which food trucks are featured at Harvard University Common Spaces?

The lineup rotates, with vendors like Roxy’s Grilled Cheese and Tenoch Mexican Food Truck featured on rotation.

Is this an outdoor dining option in Cambridge?

Yes. The food trucks are located in an open-air plaza setting at Science Center Plaza.

Is Harvard Square, Harvard University Common Spaces good for families?

Yes. The event is listed as great for families, kids, and outdoor activity.

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