Harvest
(617) 868-2255
44 Brattle St
Cambridge,
MA
02138
42.3744
-71.122
Neighborhood: West Cambridge
What People Are Saying About Harvest
The Editor
Eric Grossman
Citysearch
The Scene
A local institution since 1975, Harvest has long been the go-to spot for Cambridge luminaries and visiting academics in search of seasonal, upscale New England cuisine. The interior, all warm woods and muted browns, befits the restaurant's name, and the handsome, clandestine bar provides one of Harvard Square's most romantic date spots. Informed, polite servers are well-versed in the menu's many intricate ingredients (Guanchala, Mejoul dates).
The Food
With a menu that's dotted with local products (Block Island swordfish, Wellfleet clams), and classic New England touches (finnan haddie sauce), Harvest guarantees a decidedly local take on seasonal, modern American fare. Memorable starters include smoky chicken livers, seared and served with baby spinach, smooth goat cheese and warm bacon vinaigrette. Entrees include several unique fish preparations (think egg-battered halibut with cippolini onions, chanteray carrots and Russian banana fingerlings in a veal jus). Desserts like malted chocolate cheesecake with bruleed bananas also thrill.
User Reviews
Anonymous
September 29, 2008
I have been going to Harvest for many years, and although they've had their ups and downs with various chefs, they've been in a good place for at least a year or two. It's a lovely restaurant for lunch or dinner, and the patio is fun in warm weather (beware, first come, first-served on the patio). Food is high quality, trendy in a good way, and the service is usually friendly and efficient. It's not a cheap restauarnt by any means, but it's good value.
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dizzy02138
July 29, 2008
Very simply, delicious food and attentive wait staff. We went during restaurant week so it was very busy and had a more electic crowd than usual... but it definitely didn't disappoint.
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jeffcoh100
August 22, 2007
My wife and I were seated at Harvest Restaurant at 7PM as per our reservation on a Saturday night through Open Table. We were there with a gift card from our daughter for our 35th wedding anniversary. We got up to leave after 20 minutes when no waiter had yet come to the table. The room was half full at best and a ll other staff avoided eye contact. The hostess reacted by saying, "What do we have to do to have you dine with us". Not looking to negotiate, but just looking for a good meal on our special occasion, we left. Our 100 Open Table points were immediately deducted by the hostess even though we had been seated. Open Table, reinstated the points without any questions. Horrible and insensitive service by Harvest.
read full reviewThe Details on Harvest
When to Go:
In-the-know area workers enjoy upscale lunch fare like a griddled Vermont goat cheese sandwich or an exceptional burger, made with certified Angus beef and served with flavorful homemade fries.
Where to Sit:
Summertime, seats on the sunny back patio are in demand (reservations are strongly recommended).
What to Drink:
Harvest's well-chosen wine list includes several hard-to-find American varietals, many of which are available by the half bottle.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Visa, Discover, Diners Club, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Outdoor Dining, Theater District Dining, Private Rooms, Business Dining, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Notable Wine List, Prix Fixe Menu
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
