24 HOURS IN CAMBRIDGE - ft. Our 8 Best Restaurants & Bars (The Non-Tourist Spots)

We visit where it all started for Jesse, Cambridge. Britain’s cycling city, but does it have an exciting food and drink scene? We visited the most recommended restaurants in Cambridge to determine that the scene is well and truly alive.
Thanks to Specialized for supporting the trip with their amazing e-bikes. Find out more: www.specialized.com/gb/en/ele...
In order of appearance we visited:
1. Espresso Library, 210 East Rd, ££
2. Old Bicycle Shop, 104 Regent St, ££
3. Fin Boys, 2 Mill Rd, £££
4. Bread & Meat, 4 Bene’t Street, ££
5. Amelie, Grafton Centre ££
6. Jack's Gelato, 6 Bene't St, £
7. Mercado Central, 24 Green St, £££
8. Pint Shop, 10 Peas Hill, ££
BIG THANKS to James for joining us - Check out Thorne Wines: www.thornewines.com/
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[@Hectorien]

The production value of this show is nearly fantastical. Each episode is so strikingly gorgeous that it hurts.

[@topjaw]

We don't mean to hurt you Hector... But thank you! 🤣

[@MistaRhoi]

You guys make a great team. Between Jesse’s personality and Will’s spot-on camera work and editing, you guys are very entertaining. Keep the videos coming 👍 - Love from LA!

[@topjaw]

Thanks so much!! PLUS.. We love working together - that sure helps!

[@MistaRhoi]

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[@thecyclinggk]

Love this, only just found the channel 👊 proper bikes too Specialized 💥

[@topjaw]

Thanks. So glad you found us. Hope you feel like continuing

[@BarrettYT]

Top presenting and editing as always. That tomohawk though 😱🔥

[@topjaw]

Cheers man! Yeah that tomahawk is what dreams are made of…

[@ravenrodriguez7374]

Thank y’all for filling the travel-shaped hole in my heart

[@saintetienne755]

Epic as ever - utterly underrated - your own TV show beckons if there's any justice

[@topjaw]

Thank you. If only 🙏

[@maxlyca230]

As a ex Cambridge boy that brought back some good memories. That Taps restaurant on Green street use to be a Kebab shop back in the late 80’s, many late night kebabs after a alcohol fuelled Saturday night and hard week of lectures 🤦🏼‍♂️🍺🥂🍾

[@MayurPatil-vf1kr]

The editing is top notch, and the jokes were like cherry on top. As always Loved it and Enjoyed it.

[@KageyVision]

Two of the best around! Great work again fellas 🙌🏾

[@rajetparbhakar3354]

thank you again guys for being back ! more travel and food from your show is amazing be safe keep filming!

[@spookypants9621]

This is just a banger of a show! A friendly howzit from the Mother City🇿🇦

[@topjaw]

Thanks Spooky Pants

[@sharethroxx]

Oh my word. What a banger. These guys are going places for sure . Extremely talented. 🙌

[@YesandiHaputhanthri]

WOW! Another awesome video! Thank you Jesse! ❤️

[@juliettevg]

« I love tarts » when it’s a pastel de nata 😭 cries in Portuguese

[@onetwoculinarystew]

Yes! I thought the same :) There's nothing quite like pastéis de nata. Those are from Adilia's Norfolk Street Bakery in Cambridge, a supplier to Espresso Library. Those Portuguese custard tarts are legendary!

[@Carcohl]

Actually Jesse pronounced Poutine the right way the first time. The second time it sounded like he was saying putain, which is a swear word in French 😂😂😂

[@specialcircs]

Yeah who's that telling them to say 'putain'?!! Mad.

[@alastairgreen2077]

I'm originally from Cambridge, but have lived in the States for 40 years. You're making me homesick.

[@emmanouildanezis]

Great video guys! Love the restaurant and pub scene in Cambridge!

[@khnn4905]

The comments about not trashing restaurants by food bloggers I can only take my hat off to, another top job gentleman!

[@Laura-it2pr]

A gastronomically underrated channel ❤️ you should have way more subscribers!

[@janeemflores]

Awesome video as always! Well done :)

[@williamsimpson2777]

I can't believe you visited here as soon as I graduate!! I love your content lads, it's amazing and I love every upload - especially the editing which weaves it all together :D

[@topjaw]

Well now there’s a reason to go back!

[@kristinajones7935]

Amazing as always!

[@iamdeo1724]

Hey Jesse & James Great to see you guys coming back strong as restrictions in UK are eased. Loved *Bread & Meat* & *Mercado* Cannot wait till the day I can travel across the pond to try their delicious cuisine. Honestly never even thought of Cambridge having a gastro-scene. Good on you 2 lads to put Cambridge on the map! 13:30 to 13:42 ~This is why I love your channel ! In 12 seconds…mate you captured the essence that is ***TOP JAW***

[@andgainingspeed]

There is something about the lads re-connecting with their old stomping grounds (Cotswold episode foe Will) that adds a special element. Fin Boys with their trout ceviche, Bread &Meat with the meat topped Poutine, were highlights for me. 😋

[@ozpom4556]

Yessss boys, another epic video! Keep them comin' 🙌🏼

[@scorsesesgirl]

I loved this as always. Going to Cambridge for a wedding at the end of the month and will defo be going to get coffee, pizza and gelato!

[@scottperkins4495]

Loved this video! Must try all these amazing places

[@AgentAO7]

Such a beautiful place you grew up in.. Would love to visit Cambridge in the future.. ❤️

[@maidavalecricketclubtv7545]

I mean how on heart you don't have 100 millions subs. Netflix, Disney, Amazon- sign up the boys, they can literally produce the whole series for you!

[@jamesnash1698]

Poutine is actually French-Canadian, not French.

[@topjaw]

Yeah I really dropped the ball on that one - Apologies to all the Canadiens!

[@jacquelinewesson1202]

Was going to say that poutine is Canadian. You got there first

[@wmd9750]

@@topjaw accepted ;)

[@MH-vn1io]

@@topjaw it's also pronounced poo-teen in French too, not sure what that bit was about, you were right in the first place

[@dawsonkent7988]

@@MH-vn1io unless you’re from the east coast where most call it poo-tin.

[@ange_109]

Staycation inspiration ... Love this !

[@arunj6564]

Cool video. I'm excited to try out these yummy dishes 😋

[@bailey6430]

A new episode on my birthday!!! Love it!!

[@breadpeanutbutter8416]

Happy birthday 🥳

[@topjaw]

Happy Birthday Bailey!!

[@duncanmummery4112]

Good to see you back ....... need more content more frequently .....please

[@Benvos]

I’ve had this video saved for months, I’ve finally just booked Fin boys and mercado central for lunch then dinner. I’ll have a bite at meat and bread beforehand (can’t book that), and Jacks Gelato between lunch and dinner. Outrageously excited

[@topjaw]

Fantastic. Let us know what you think 😊

[@Benvos]

@@topjaw I watch your videos all the time and this is the first time I’ve followed your guide. The food was genuinely incredible, we tried most of what you went through, including the tomahawk, but we just couldn’t bring ourselves to stand in the monster gelato queue like peasants! Highlight of the day had to be the sourdough with black butter and anchovies at Fin Boys, and the brisket poutine. There were 5 of us on the day out and all of them were raving about MY choices for places to eat… 😇 I’ll be picking another of your vids for the next day of eating, thanks for your top work.

[@sofieyuen642]

Greetings from HK👋🏼 Really enjoy watching you eat! And I love your hair😍

[@luciaamoroso9222]

aw my home town too! big up Cambridge, you guys definitely did it justice! another class video x

[@topjaw]

Thanks Lucia! What a lovely place you call home

[@amberd3181]

Great as always. Do Glasgow next lads!

[@rahmans07]

Yep, Cambridge local here.. Hit all the right spots! Maybe Aromi instead of Amelie but all great eats!!

[@jeylaiskender8500]

Came back from Cambridge now😭Need to revisit with these recommendations!

[@onetwoculinarystew]

You visited some great foodie spots! Someone was having you on saying poutine is pronounced "putaine" (very naughty) :) It's "poo-TEEN" or in the Québec French accent... "poo-TSIN". Poutine isn't French but rather French Canadian (from Québec). You had a delicious poutine from Bread & Meat but it's an adaptation of the real thing as it's missing the squeaky cheese curds. Canadian from Québec here btw - hi!

[@tuehanhhan5271]

I just adore adore adore all your food videos !!!!

[@analeasejac4703]

so weird seeing my home city on this channel! didn't realise Jesse was a Cambs local. loved this and seen some places I've never tried before

[@hcathytagmount5124]

Another amazing review of a area 👏 🙌

[@susandibble3525]

Haha, brilliant vlog. I visited Cambridge on Monday 😎

[@lewisgrace4111]

Shout out to James Thorne! He used to supply The Deli (in Shelford South Cambs) where I used to work as well as Mercato. You hit most of the best spots in Cambs - make it to the Deli next time though.

[@ThisIsMani]

Okay, you can't do Cambridge and not do OXFORD! Loved this video! (Now waiting for the Oxford edition....)

[@gempostrano592]

i love their content. More videos to come💕

[@londonunleashed8251]

Those assisted pedalling bikes are something else!

[@wittabego_art]

Always love watching your food videos :) I wonder how many minutes or hours interval do you have after every meal or snacks??? The appetite man. It's superb.

[@dhuhaal3010]

Thanks for all your videos keep going, I miss UK so much, I'm from kuwait 👏❤️

[@SpeedBird001]

guys - love your vids and all things food. I especially liked the message from Jesse regarding celebrating all things food and all those that work in hospitality. I was curious to know when you're doing old market/historic towns in Shropshire, such as Shrewsbury; IronBridge (heart of Industrial Revolution) and Bridgnorth ? Towns similar to Oxfordshire / Cotswolds. IF you do end up in Shropshire, be sure to connect with Shropshire Lad, also on KZbin based in Shropshire and does great food. Keep up the great work.

[@kaikodi]

Banging video guys, absolutely banging 🔥 Y’all need to hit Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 NEXT or soon..... lol

[@AM-nx9uh]

loved this! (watched while eating an empanada re-heated in the microwave 😂)

[@johnporter5173]

Great video. I live not too far from Cambridge so eat out there regularly. Pleased to say I have been to most of the places featured. Jack's Gelato has opened a second site in All Saint's Passage which appears to be a lot quieter and they often do slightly different flavours to the original location (which can be a good or bad thing depending on what you fancy). You can do Peterborough next :)

[@canyouwhenyourdrunk]

Peterborough 😂😂 So College Arms then Red Room?

[@SpeakahBoxGaming]

It's the spotless White Tee at the end of the day for me! Another brilliant video lads!

[@topjaw]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@VinceMoogin]

Big ass Bike commercial :) Only love though. Great video, great production value as always!

[@BouchayBeats]

Top notch video as always

[@juliettemeyer68]

Loved the video, great vibes, as always. It's actually a "flammekueche" (pronounce flam- kuuu-shh not flamboosh) style pizza or "tarte flambée" (= blazed tart in French). Sorry, I couldn't stay silent, I'm from Alsace where it originated. ;)

[@bridgetsherwood7622]

I love Cambridge!

[@jennyvelasquez2068]

Awesome video!!!

[@jamesspringer5854]

Top draw video as always. Ever thought of a map link in the description with the places you feature?

[@gianamaecubar2347]

Makes me want to go back to Cambridge ❤

[@gemmaknight8856]

Love love your videos!! Can you do Oxford please

[@Bluescaraab]

Not sure about the poutine 2nd proununciation as in french it's a very bad word. Jesse got it right the first time ! Another gem as usual, can't wait to travel again and eat everything you show !!

[@areyougonnafinishthat3069]

awesome vid lads!

[@lancerave]

Ahhh I went to college in Cambridge and I love the place. Wish I was there to meet you both on the day you visited ;( haha

[@gabrielruiz6999]

Great editing and attitude

[@jameswilsher73]

I grew up in Cambridge too. Loving this lads. I bought a very nice Rossin Matrix from Howes Cycles in 1990. Will seek out a load of these eateries when I next back. Assuming you asked about the Devonshire glug jug? Cheers

[@mcmmcm166]

I'm having juice and a croissant for breakfast, so I imagined all these things in my mind. 😄🤗😋saludos 🇲🇽

[@jem66ify]

LOVE this. Cambridge was a culinary wasteland when I first lived here 2003-2007. Tbh, when we moved back here two years ago I had hoped the restaurant scene would have improved more than it has… but it was great to get some new tips in this video, will check our Fin boys. Also recommend: Restaurant 22 - out of this world in every way Steak and Honour - especially their plant burger Bould Brothers Coffee Hill Street Chocolate That’s probably it. There really should be more! Come on Cambridge! People have the cash to splash here, we need some proper chefs, we’re a captive audience!

[@ruff1draft]

Excellent cinematic presentation

[@fayed6708]

COME TO LIVERPOOL, there are so many good food gaffs. Also loveeee your content guys. You really make my day brighter

[@finamir]

Yes new video! Been waiting for it!!!

[@topjaw]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@finamir]

@@topjaw never disappoint!!

[@Jellywife]

I’m glad Jacks made it onto the list. It’s the best thing to happen to Cambridge in my 31 years 😂 Next time you have to visit Steak & Honour and have the Ella burger

[@wmd9750]

Awesome video as usual boys!!

[@topjaw]

Do you feel that they're getting better though..?

[@wmd9750]

@@topjaw To me you always present a top quality product. And yes I think with every new video I see an evolution towards a more polished result. The editing and visuals are tight and the presenting style is super charming. You guys do a great job and I love it !

[@valentinahernandez6383]

this was amazing!

[@robsonpereira1873]

Amazing!

[@celadonjade5622]

AMAZING!

[@joemurray4276]

Love this! Austria’s on the green list, any chance of 48 hours in Vienna?!

[@isabellahernandez1449]

Great video!

[@DjokovicIsOurLordAndSaviour]

Scrumptious.

[@lozzywalker]

Great video! Come to Oxford!!!!!!!!!

[@lucianacamachoaquino9656]

Best Tour! ❤️

[@sebbrindle4994]

Next time go to noodles plus on Mill rd - best xiao long bao in town!

[@topjaw]

Yeah we love that place!

[@gojeta1982]

When my missus says she can't decide where to eat. I'll just show her this. Great video lad.

[@evacg4148]

omg I saw you film in Cambridge!

[@abhiram118]

love it mate

[@N1CH0LAS007]

Loved this episode, when you boyz heading back to sunny Cambridge.?

[@faisalkamal1996]

So hungry for food!!!😍😍😍

[@chudkrissy]

Yay my home town!

[@inesgalofre3647]

you have to upload videos more often, they are perfection

[@topjaw]

But when it takes so much time and effort to make each one, it can be difficult. We making plans on how to release more often....

[@inesgalofre3647]

@@topjaw totally get it! It just a wish 😅

[@jukkadesiree7377]

Excellent. Make more Cambridge videos.

[@georgetilbury9211]

Gardenia does great Greek food. Have a look next time!

[@Tastewithnewdrinks]

It’s very nice video.

[@Skiwi51]

How do you manage to stay healthy, considering you seem to eat a lot..and constantly...lol..This is a food show I really enjoy..😊 Greetings from New Zealand...😃

[@LOSTTIMEBANDIT]

I can't wait to travel again...I want to go here so bad.

[@topjaw]

It's such a beautiful city with some great people. You really should visit!

[@horat7]

Would love for yous to come take on Leeds!

[@darrenbaxter4214]

I’m surprised Chop House did not get a mention... I guess it goes to show the high competition in Cambridge!

[@cookiecrumblegirl]

Yummmmm