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The High Spot
Classic GastroPub with strong emphasis on "Locavore" concept of farm to table and using only local merchants and food providers.
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65 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 65 reviews
5 stars
(29)
4 stars
(29)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(45)
- fit for foodies(38)
- hot spot(26)
- vibrant bar scene(21)
- good for groups(16)
- great for lunch(16)
The High Spot Reviews List
Review 1 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our first time at High Spot was very good and very pleasant. The wait staff was very accommodating and the food was delicious. It is truly a neighborhood gem."
Dined on 3/30/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
NEVER STOPS BEING GREAT-THE PRICE I
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"LIVELY PLACE TO DINE & DRINK
MAKE RESERVATIONS"
MAKE RESERVATIONS"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 3 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The High Spot is the best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The High Spot is the best Neighborhood Gem, it has it all. It's alive; It's food is excellent; What more is there to dining out. OH! IALMOST FORGOT, THE PRICE FOR THE FOOD & DRINKS IS THE GREATEST THING!!
DJ"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 4 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good For First Timers
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nice Place!! I had to ask what the specials of the night where....Would of liked a better waiter or waitress!!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 5 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
You can't go wrong at The High Spot
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were glad to have a reservation on our Friday night visit. The place seemed full - but there is a back room that we didn't see and people were being escorted there after we were seated in the front. There's an excellent wine list, bottles from $20 to $50, half-price on Tuesdays. The menus is supplemented with specials. We enjoyed arctic char and grouper, both excellent. Our appetizers were also very good - fried oysters and bacon-wrapped prunes. Homemade deserts were delightful."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 6 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
What a great find! Downtown
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a great find! Downtown Cambridge is really looking up. The truffle fries were fabulous."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, hot spot
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Review 7 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Mixed review from the food
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Mixed review from the food perspective. We asked the waitress what the house specialty was & she recommended the buffalo oysters; fried oysters with buffalo sauce and blue cheese. we ordered them as our appetizer. It was evident that the grease was old and not hot enough because they were just not good. they oysters were, but the breading. then we ordered entrees, we had mixed reviews here. the bread that came before dinner was really delicious, then dinner. I had the special, grouper & saffron risotto which was fantastic. my husband had the fish and chips, it was a very big beautiful piece of fish, but as the grease was nasty, so was his meal. Finally the atmosphere, this was very much a local's place & VERY loud. Uncomfortable!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Energetic and fun
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This place has to be the BEST place in Cambridge!! The food is so fresh and not over priced like some other restaurants in the town. The staff is so friendly and attentive. Been here several times and have not ever been disappointed. Seems to be a real locals hot spot!"
Dined on 04/02/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 9 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love to go here! A little
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love to go here! A little noisy on Weekend nites, but the food and service are always excellent!"
Dined on 04/01/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 10 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I had the chicken and waffles
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had the chicken and waffles with very high hopes but it fell flat for me - it was too savory/rich and needed something acidic or vinegary to cut the fattiness/richness, and it needed some crunch. my companion had the fish over succotash and loved it. I would go back."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Making our vacation perfect
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were on vacation and the food here was amazing. Our server was really rude, but we went to eat not make friends."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 12 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had a few glitches, and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a few glitches, and the appetizer didn't come before our meal (the original appetizer was not available), but the waitress made sure that adjustments were made, and sent us home with an awesome dessert, as well. We love this restaurant and will be back!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 13 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The High Spot is certainly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The High Spot is certainly a highlight of the downtown Cambridge area. The menu lives up to its "gastro-pub" claims, providing an array of choices from classic fish and chips to beer-braised short ribs and a mouth-watering, upscale take on chicken and waffles. The beer and wine selection were sufficient for the menu and the desserts were well-portioned and clearly homemade. Our waitress was friendly, energetic, and attentive. My single complaint would be the noise level; at one point during the evening our table of four had to lean in like we were telling secrets just to talk. However, we had a party of about 14 behind us, which may have lent to the higher noise levels. Overall the experience was thoroughly enjoyable!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 14 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice Gastro Pub and good selection
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nice Gastro Pub and good selection of light fare.
Fresh and tasty and local."
Fresh and tasty and local."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Everything I've had lately
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything I've had lately at the High Spot has been excellent and the wait staff has been really professional. I had the chicken pot pie which was really tasty as was the onion soup. They had a special vegetable which was brussel sprouts with bacon and balsamic which is three of my favorite things and it did not disappoint."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 16 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food, good service, reasonably
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food, good service, reasonably priced."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 17 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Valentine's Day deal was not only very well priced, but everything about it was delicious. 5 course meal and a bottle of wine for $100?!?! Thats unbeatable. 5 Stars all around."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 18 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful meal and great atmosphere
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful meal and great atmosphere. It's a cozy little gem with great service and an interesting menu. A wonderful place to spend an evening."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 19 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Bistro.....Vibrant food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great Bistro.....Vibrant food and atmosphere...Extremely pleased major Foodies."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 20 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
over-hyped
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our server never told us about the speacials. Buffalo oyster apitizer was cold. Moules and frites were horrible. 6 mussles were spoiled, 6 never opened which made us leary of finishing the dish. My wife had the "vegetarian risotto" which was the equivalent of canned mixed veggies in risotto. Considering the quality of food combined with apathetic service. My wife and I found it to be way overated and over-hyped."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
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Review 21 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Their Food Will Set You Free
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had Oysters Rockefeller Pot Pie. It was a treat. It was the sort of meal that sets one free. The food at the High Spot tells the truth!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 22 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Appetizers AND meal were both
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Appetizers AND meal were both delicious! second time I've been and both meals were very tasty. Great wine this last time and it was half price!! How could it get any better?"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 23 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My husband and I had a great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My husband and I had a great brunch with both sets of our parents. The omlettes were divine and my mother in law ordered "the best french toast I've ever had!". Homemade hot chocolate was sinfully rich and the local coffee was robust!"
Dined on 01/27/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 24 for The High Spot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was excellent and the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was excellent and the server was delightful!"
Dined on 01/19/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The High Spot
Based on the average of (41) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic