Five Spices House

Chinese Restaurant $$ 4.1 (452)


Five Spices House is celebrated for its authentic Chinese cuisine that captures the essence of traditional flavors. Many customers have highlighted the exceptional quality of specific dishes like the spicy pot and mapo tofu. However, the service quality has shown inconsistency, affecting the overall dining experience.

Overall:

4.5

(373 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.4

Atmosphere:

4.1

Service:

3.8


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (617) 714-3339

Address: 546 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available
  • Reservable

Offerings

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Beer
  • Wine
  • Cocktails
  • Dessert
  • Vegetarian Options Available

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Good for Children
  • Good for Groups

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

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" Five Spices do deliver on a few authentic flavors but could do much better. My experience was marred by indifferent service, though the spicy pot kept me returning! I recommend visiting during off-peak hours to avoid waiting too long. Good flavors but needs work overall. " (*Curated Review*)

" Visited Five Spices for lunch and really enjoyed the experience! The lunch special is a great deal, and I was pleasantly surprised by the portion sizes. The sweet and sour shrimp was a little too sweet for my taste, but my friend loved it. The service was quick and efficient, I've already recommended it to others! " (*Curated Review*)

" Wow, just wow! I was floored by the authentic flavors at Five Spices. The spicy fish fillet was everything I wanted and more. It had the perfect level of heat and the freshness was unmistakable. The wait for our food was longer than expected, but trust me, the food is worth it! " (*Curated Review*)

" Had a fantastic dining experience at Five Spices! The food was bursting with flavors, especially the hot and spicy fish fillet, which is a personal favorite. The ambiance is pleasant, and while service was sometimes a bit slow, it was worth the wait for such delicious dishes. Can't wait to go back! " (*Curated Review*)

" What a disappointment! We decided to try Five Spices after reading mixed reviews. The moment we walked in, we felt ignored by the staff. Our orders took ages to arrive, and when they did, my dish was bland and overly oily. I had high hopes especially for the dumplings, but they lacked flavor. Not sure if I'll return anytime soon. " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (363)

" Went with my family for dinner, and while the food was generally okay, the service was lacking. I had to ask repeatedly for our drinks and waited a long time for our appetizers. The beef noodle soup was tasty, so that saved the night. Hoping for improvements next time. " (*Curated Review*)

" I have been to many Chinese restaurants, but Five Spices brings something different to the table. The flavors in the sichuan dishes really stood out for me. The soy sauce chicken was less impressive, but overall the experience was very favorable. Recommended for spice lovers. " (*Curated Review*)

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