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West Side Lounge
- Bars
- Cambridge, MA
About this business
West Side Lounge is an intimate neighborhood bistro known for its memorable food, signature cocktails, and welcoming vibe. According to the 2006/07 Zagat Guide, West Side Lounge is "the perfect neighborhood sleeper: this loungey New York-style boite beckons sophisticated adults with a huge drink menu of delicious seasonal cocktails and New American bistro plates that are reasonably priced yet crazy good." West Side is the recipient of Boston Magazine's Best of Boston award (Best Neighborhood Restaurant) for three years in a ... read more
Location details
1680 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
One of Cambridge's smartest, most stylish hangouts resides smack dab between Harvard and Porter Squares. – In Short Academics and professionals congregate for a drink, then stay for the food in this warm room with a mirrored back wall and oversized paintings of fruits and vegetables. Solo diners are a common sight, and women often gather with their pals. Sophisticated dishes include saffron risotto, topped with roasted cherry tomatoes and rainbow chard, and sea scallops with toasted pasta and earthy baby artichokes. If avail... read more
Great people, space and food – This place is such a gem. Great atmosphere, drinks, prices and the food is fantastic. I just tried the new asian dolma apps and I have never tasted anything so good. They melt in your mouth. I think it's also one of the friendliest places in Cambridge. Keep up the great work. I'll be back soon!
still the best!! – We went to the West Side last night. I had to write a review, not only to let people know how great it really is, but especially after reading the negative reviews on cs. We started with a warm yellow beet salad..the beets were so delicate in a light dressing with pine nuts and toasted garlic - definitely order this! We had a bottle of Viogner which went perfectly with the salad and our entrees - great and only 33 bucks. Upon our servers suggestion we both went with the black cod entree. This was a beautif... read more
Fans of the WSL – We are neighbors of the WSL and have always loved the food, drinks and atmosphere so it was the first venue we considered when we decided in November to get married. I came across the bad reviews while looking for the tel #. Comments about a recent precipitous decline in quality gave us real pause and we started looking at other places to have the wedding. In fact, we were about to sign with a place across town when we realized that we hadn?t actually eaten at the WSL since the new chef had arrived. We head... read more
Best it's EVER been! – I live a few blocks away and have been going to the West Side for the past 4 years. I have seen a few chefs go in and out of this place and this new chef is the best they have ever had! The food is more inventive, tasty and athestically pleasing! I can't believe the reviews I have read from people who are obviously opposed to change! This place has got it all going on- fantastic drinks, a great selection of affordable wines, a super friendly staff and a comfy dining room. Through the years their prices... read more
eewww!!!!! – They got drinks wrong. The pasta dish tasted like it came from a frozen foods aisle and the salmon dish was a nightmare!!!!! The noodles they served with it needed to be slurped through a straw!!!! Not even close to be worth what they charged for it!!!
Dramatic decline. – UPDATE: So, myself and two others give this place bad reviews because of an obvious decline in quality and all of a sudden there are three good reviews within 10 days in January. Looks like the owner got himself three different accounts. Try serving better food and you won't have to worry about bad reviews. I live a block away and have been a regular at this restaurant for the last three years. It used to be my favorite place, perfect for brunch on sunday, a late night dinner, or a drink with friends. I n... read more
what happened?! – we live in the neighborhood and have come to love the west side, its comfort food and cozy atmosphere. lately (since the arrival of a new chef--we still miss alex jenkns and his olives!!) the food has turned from comfort to uncomfort~fancy dishes that feel out of place in our favorite local eatery. what's more, our beloved tuna with wasabii mash potatos (to die for!) has been replaced with a flavorless hum-drum tuna with no pizazz at all. we understand it's difficult to run a restaurant, but one with such a... read more
Excellent dining experience and food! – I went here for my g/f's birthday. And it was the three of us and we had a marvelous time. The waitress was a gem, and the place (music, decorative decor, cumfy chairs/sofas) everything was put together nicely. The food was excellent, and delicious, the price was reasonable and portions were satisfactory. I will keep going here, excellent place.
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How is West Side Lounge rated?
West Side Lounge has a 4.5 star rating with 36 reviews.
When is West Side Lounge open?
West Side Lounge is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.
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