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 House has quickly become one of my favorite spots in the area! Every dish we've tried has been full of flavor and authenticity. I highly recommend the chengdu-style dishes — they never disappoint! The service can be a bit hit or miss, but the food truly makes it all worthwhile. " (*Curated Review*)

" We got takeout from Five Spices House, and the convenience was nice, but the portion sizes were a bit underwhelming for the price. The flavors were decent, but I was expecting more in terms of authenticity. The chengdu-style noodles were good but not as spicy as I hoped. Overall, it was okay but not amazing. " (*Curated Review*)

" My experience was quite mixed. We ordered several dishes, and while the flavors were on point, the service left much to be desired. We received our food quickly but had to wave down the staff for things like napkins and drinks. Overall, I would say the food is the highlight, but the service can be better. " (*Curated Review*)

" My visit to Five Spices was satisfactory overall. The food was flavorful, but I encountered a bit of a language barrier with the staff, which affected my ordering. However, the environment was cozy and quiet, making it a suitable place to have dinner with friends. " (*Curated Review*)

" The food was good but not exceptional. We had the kung pao chicken and some dumplings. While they were flavorful, I was hoping for a bit more spice. The service was decent, although we did wait a bit too long for our check. Overall, a solid place but there's room for improvement. " (*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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