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West Side Lounge
1680 Mass Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138
West Side Lounge is an intimate neighborhood bistro known for its memorable food, signature cocktails, and welcoming vibe. According to the 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."
Dining Style: Casual Dining
Price: $30 and under
Parking: Street Parking
Cross Street: Sacramento
Cambridge, MA 02138
West Side Lounge is an intimate neighborhood bistro known for its memorable food, signature cocktails, and welcoming vibe. According to the 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."
Dining Style: Casual Dining
Price: $30 and under
Parking: Street Parking
Cross Street: Sacramento
31 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 31 reviews
5 stars
(9)
4 stars
(15)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(20)
- fit for foodies(9)
- vibrant bar scene(8)
- good for groups(4)
- hot spot(4)
- romantic(4)
West Side Lounge Reviews List
Review 1 for West Side Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good time and good food guaranteed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I always enjoy my meal and experience at West Side Lounge. The hip, casual vibe, the menu with delicious comfort food offerings for good value (nearly all entrees are under $20), and the creative cocktail list keep this place on my list of reliable standbys for a fun night out. Be forwarned that the service can be slow. But if you're in no rush, go with a group of your besties and just chill."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for West Side Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We wanted to like it more...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went with our family on Valentine's Day. The restaurant looked cozy, with roses hanging from the ceiling, but the ambiance suffered from the two large flat screen TVs at the bar (it is a small place, and we kept getting distracted by the TVs). Also, we could barely hear each other over the very loud, very bad 80s music piped through the speakers - when we asked if this could be lowered, the waiter said that "the owners like it this way."
The appetizers were all great, including a seared duck breast, delicious arancini, and a top-rate beet salad. However, the truffle fries were soggy, and my husband's steak had no seasoning and was flavorless. We really, really wanted to like this place more, but unfortunately we won't be going back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for West Side Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was good. Good combinations,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good. Good combinations, but some dishes were too salty."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: late-night find, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 4 for West Side Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
West Side Lounge is always
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"West Side Lounge is always reliable for an inexpensive dinner in a relaxed atmosphere. The dish called "Our Favorite Chicken Ever - pan seared chicken on whipped goat cheese mashed with an artichoke and wild mushrooms sauce" at $16.95 was fabulous (highly recommended) The wait staff was attentive and friendly.
Oh, and the bar is terrific."
Oh, and the bar is terrific."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for West Side Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food for a good price
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food for a good price but why couldn't we get a booth? I made an Open Table reservation a few weeks ago, but I guess booths require some special type of reservation. Also way too noisy for my tastes."
Dined on 01/30/2013
2007
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Review 6 for West Side Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great neighborhood find
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wide variety on the menu. I wanted FIVE of the entrees, but settled on the Cod with mashed potatoes and vegetables and it was stellar. Can't wait to go back. Nice atmosphere. Caesar Salad was excellent too."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for West Side Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ate here in a recent Friday
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ate here in a recent Friday night. It was my first visit - and I wasn't expecting much because the restaurants in this part of town tend to be so-so.
The West Side Lounge is better than the rest. Its small, but cozy. Service was super-friendly and efficient. Great drinks (a truly outstanding manhattan!) Limited menu - but lots of good choices nonetheless. The lobster mac n'cheese is worth ordering if you see it on the menu."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for West Side Lounge
Based on the average of (24) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic