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Highland Kitchen
New American Restaurant$$$$
Somerville
Has a stamp of approval from Eater and Boston.com
"Start w/ oysters, buffalo Brussels Sprouts and local beer on tap."(20 Tips)
"Best Cuban Reuben I've ever had :D"(5 Tips)
"Eat the deviled eggs...Chase them with an awesome beer."(7 Tips)
"Try the spicy goat stew and the housemade ginger beer (also spicy)."(3 Tips)
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- EaterJuly 9, 2013Highland Kitchen specializes in comfort food, a lively ambiance, and strong cocktails. Try the spicy goat stew and the housemade ginger beer (also spicy). [Eater 38 Member]
Courtney LewisApril 9, 2018A++ from the delicious comfort food to the incredible staff! Start w/ oysters, buffalo Brussels Sprouts and local beer on tap. The black bean burger is delish as well as the bolognese w/ truffle oil.
Boston.comJanuary 24, 2012Bluegrass Brunch! Where else could you find live banjo, fiddle, and guitar on the menu but at Highland Kitchen's Sunday brunch? Put some south in your mouth with an order of shrimp and grits. Read more
Chefs FeedDecember 3, 2015"This is the best fried chicken around. It's a Monday night special. Also try the "Buffalo fried Brussels sprouts" or the chicken liver toast." Chef Joshua Breen Read more
Anne RNovember 8, 2018Everything! Eat it all... spicy buffalo chicken, garlic mashed... And service is great and totally nice about allergies. They have a gluten free menu, too.
Bethere by 10:45 for brunch. Wait in line til 11am for doors to open.... into heaven! Perfect pancakes, best blackened catfish sandwich anywhere and order a ‘biggie’, a pint sized mimosa!
Eric AndersenJune 28, 2012Wow — the Buffalo Brussels Sprouts are a must try! This vegetable will never be the same!
Liz McFallJune 3, 2014The kale and ancient grains salad is possibly one of the best things I have ever eaten. Top off the meal with a side and a drink, especially love the Dorchester, and I am as happy as a clam.
Aslı ŞahinMarch 5, 2017Brunch is available only on Sundays. They dont take reservations. You need to get in line before it opens at 11am. Pancakes are to die for. I will come back for lunch/dinner- Boston.comAugust 4, 2014Highland Kitchen has soul. You can taste it in the seafood gumbo, brimming with okra and andouille. A real neighborhood hangout, with solid bartending, good food, and a relaxed vibe. Read more
Vanessa GatlinMarch 12, 2014(Best of Boston 2013-SOMERVILLE) Improper Bostonian says, "'Bar' food at these prices has no business tasting so outstanding. Whether it's the spicy coconut curried goat stew or the jambalaya..."
Sophia GoutzinosMarch 4, 2013I've only heard good things I was impressed! The homemade potato gnocchi were like soft potato pillows in my mouth that sat in this rich concentrated stew broth. It went perfectly with a beer. Yum!
Everything we eat is awesome. Get the specials because they are always changing and always great. Get there at 5 or after 9:30 if you don't want to wait on Saturday.
Not to pile on, but the buffalo brussel sprouts *are* that good. Bolognese is delicious. Try and save room for dessert. Banana bread pudding is heaven.
Lily LJuly 6, 2012Joe is one of my favorite bartenders in the world & the Mark & Stormy* is beyond good. (*Makers Mark, homemade ginger-chili simple syrup, & soda) Try the Buffalo Brussel sprouts & be prepared to wait.
Magnus von KoellerNovember 29, 2012A year later, I still dream of the amazing meatloaf I had here. Also, the buffalo brussel sprouts are the best chicken wings I ever had. And I don't even like brussel sprouts!
Tim LuoAugust 18, 2015The cocktails were amazing, and the chicken fried pork was good, but whatever was on the gluten free menu that my friend had was..... About as tasty as dishwater.
Bianca PassosNovember 27, 2011Carrot & turnip soup (special), mussels (delicious coconut-lobster broth), clams, black bean burger - just plain awesome - and of course, banana bread pudding. So glad we finally came here!
The immense popularity of this quasi-neighborhood joint means there's a wait at 6pm on a Sunday. Order a plate of (3) deviled eggs from the bar to keep your hunger in check.
Nandi AndersonJune 26, 2015Good southern food! And get "The Biggie" mimosa. It's $2 more than the regular mimosa, instead of a champagne glass its in a pint glass!
Order the buffalo fried brussel sprouts. Sounds strange, but you won't regret it. All the amazing taste of buffalo wings with the complex texture of brussel sprouts.
Lauren ChristopherJanuary 12, 2018Great burgers and seasonal dishes. Great alcohol selection!!! One of the best team of bartenders in Boston!
A SAugust 4, 2016I get the hype - casual decor, live music, laid back vibe for Sunday brunch. But the food wasn't up to the mark - the deviled eggs, catfish, shrimp. Nothing made us want to come back for more.
Speaking as a former NC resident, this is the best pulled pork sandwich I've had in New England. Vinegary and delicious!
Laura BedrossianNovember 22, 2012Great food, great drinks, but the best part are the bartenders. I would come back again and again for them. Extra points for remembering my name.
Alex DobyanMay 19, 2015Interesting twists on traditional American fare - I loved my goat stew and the fried ricotta/mozzarella balls even more.
i can't say enough wonderful things about my favorite neighborhood spot. food and service are beyond amazing.
Buffalo Brussels sprouts to start and their famous goat stew to finish. Do it. You know you want to.
They have deviled eggs and hush puppies… What more could you want??? Oh, and of COURSE their bartenders are stellar and make the most exceptional bevvies!!!
Jon CaseyJanuary 28, 2012Great spot. Apparently it's the Belgian way to pour your beer with 50% foam.. So if you order a Duvel and it's full of foam, just think of it as authentic.
Zack BrittinghamMarch 18, 2016House made ginger beer is incredible. Actually everything was incredible. Definitely coming back.
Alex KasemirApril 13, 2016I could probably eat a whole meal of just the appetizers. Listen to everyone and get the buffalo Brussels sprouts.
Carlos BaezNovember 12, 2015Buffalo brussel sprouts were pretty good but the Cuban Reuben was amazing! Excellent service too!- Sahil KathawalaAugust 8, 2015Goat stew is fire! Both because it's has a bit of a kick to it and cause it's delicious
Katie KSeptember 9, 2020moonlighting as highland chicken during the covid season... highly recommend regardless of the menu theme 🐓
Zach RApril 2, 2015Great cocktails. Best karaoke I've experienced. Buffalo Brussels sprouts are incredible.
Marcel CuttsNovember 18, 2016The service was absolutely phenomenal and the steak and mussels I had both tasted great with good portions.
Michael FranklinMarch 5, 2016Favorite restaurant in Somerville. So so so good. Best homemade veggie burger I've ever had.
Sara JordanAugust 17, 2015Everything here is amazing. Live music sessions. Brunch is amazing but can get busy!
Navin AmbiJune 9, 2017Great neighbourhood bar and restaurant. Impeccable cocktails and tasty food selection.
Spicy Goat Stew. Legendary, incredibly flavorful, and can be prepared extra hot if you like to sweat while eating. Delicious. Eat.
Aleah NicholeJanuary 11, 2019Buffalo Brussels! Fun laid back atmosphere, comfort food for reasonable prices!- Aleah NicholeJanuary 11, 2019Buffalo Brussels! Laid back atmosphere, comfort food for a reasonable price!
Rachel LasterJune 11, 2012Awesome service. fried cheese balls, buffalo brussel sprouts. Mmm. Great drinks. Great atmosphere. Best of Somerville
Maggie DelanoJanuary 1, 2015The wait for brunch is super short if you arrive right before they open, but it fills up quick.
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