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Creative seafood and raw-bar selections, plus pizzas and pastas in a hip space with a large menu.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1030 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
Phone: (617) 864-2300
Website: http://www.waypointharvard.com/
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Reviews
Gxiana Bianca (Sunshine)
This place is really great. I made a reservation for an early supper; and, thankfully, their dinner service starts at 5pm. The staff are really kind and attentive. My waitress, Ingryd, was superb!
For appetizers, I ordered the Caesar Salad with the crab dusted fries; and their signature “Presidential Jaques’ to drink. For dinner, I had the Lobster Caccio e Pepe and the Shrimp & Pork Dumpling Plate with a Sauvignon Blanc for drinks.
I spent around $200 but that’s because I had a big appetite and Ingryd deserved a great tip. Each order is about 20 bucks, more or less. So a drink, an appetizer and a main dish will run you around $60-80 dollars; plus a tip, you might spend $100 per person.
My only critique is, I would’ve preferred both my plates to come out together. Instead, the dumplings arrived first and the Caccio e Pepe took much longer. I didn’t mind the wait, but I wanted to taste the dumplings with it together and they were cold & firm once the Caccio e Pepe did finally arrive. Maybe I should’ve had Ingryd tell the kitchen my preference.
Nevertheless, the food was, as a whole, DELICIOUS and I definitely plan on returning again and again when I’m on campus! The lights are perfectly dimmed with a safron glow. The music is hip, current and chill- from Duran Duran to Mary J Blige- it was a total vibe! It’s the perfect setting to unwind and refuel after a long day and I thoroughly enjoyed myself.
… moreFor appetizers, I ordered the Caesar Salad with the crab dusted fries; and their signature “Presidential Jaques’ to drink. For dinner, I had the Lobster Caccio e Pepe and the Shrimp & Pork Dumpling Plate with a Sauvignon Blanc for drinks.
I spent around $200 but that’s because I had a big appetite and Ingryd deserved a great tip. Each order is about 20 bucks, more or less. So a drink, an appetizer and a main dish will run you around $60-80 dollars; plus a tip, you might spend $100 per person.
My only critique is, I would’ve preferred both my plates to come out together. Instead, the dumplings arrived first and the Caccio e Pepe took much longer. I didn’t mind the wait, but I wanted to taste the dumplings with it together and they were cold & firm once the Caccio e Pepe did finally arrive. Maybe I should’ve had Ingryd tell the kitchen my preference.
Nevertheless, the food was, as a whole, DELICIOUS and I definitely plan on returning again and again when I’m on campus! The lights are perfectly dimmed with a safron glow. The music is hip, current and chill- from Duran Duran to Mary J Blige- it was a total vibe! It’s the perfect setting to unwind and refuel after a long day and I thoroughly enjoyed myself.
Ka Ming Fung
A must-visit for seafood lovers! Waypoint provided a delightful culinary experience, and I’d highly recommend it.
Oyster: The $2 oyster special is a must-try. On the night of my visit, there were three local options and one from Canada. I particularly loved the creamy Massachusetts oyster, and the Canadian option was delightfully clear and meaty.
Caviar & Donut: This dish was a bit disappointing, as the caviar flavor was quite mild. However, the donut holes were a fantastic surprise—freshly fried and perfectly delicious.
Hamachi Crudo: This dish was excellent. The rich, oily hamachi was perfectly balanced by the spiciness of the jalapeño.
Grilled Whole Branzino: This was the highlight of the night. The fish was grilled to perfection, with a wonderfully crispy skin that sealed in the fresh, moist meat. The accompanying side dishes were also delicious. They offer deboning service, but we opted to debone it ourselves—it wasn’t too difficult, but it’s a dish to be enjoyed carefully!
… moreOyster: The $2 oyster special is a must-try. On the night of my visit, there were three local options and one from Canada. I particularly loved the creamy Massachusetts oyster, and the Canadian option was delightfully clear and meaty.
Caviar & Donut: This dish was a bit disappointing, as the caviar flavor was quite mild. However, the donut holes were a fantastic surprise—freshly fried and perfectly delicious.
Hamachi Crudo: This dish was excellent. The rich, oily hamachi was perfectly balanced by the spiciness of the jalapeño.
Grilled Whole Branzino: This was the highlight of the night. The fish was grilled to perfection, with a wonderfully crispy skin that sealed in the fresh, moist meat. The accompanying side dishes were also delicious. They offer deboning service, but we opted to debone it ourselves—it wasn’t too difficult, but it’s a dish to be enjoyed carefully!
Carter Rosen
The food was incredible, there was so much going on in each dish. It was all about smaller sharable plates, so everyone got a bit of everything. The atmosphere was more casual than id expect, which was nice. The service was almost too fast, they didnt leave any anticipatory room between ordering and getting the food, so by the time we were done with our main meal only about 35 minutes had passed since we sat down (i liked this). Go here if you want phenomenal (and a bit expensive) food.
… moreMichael Tarselli
Got there just at opening on a Wed night. Staff were accommodating and set us up early at the bar before our table. Interesting drink menu with blend of absinthe, wine, and cocktail / mocktails. Expected the fish and chips to be stellar, but found it overcooked and salty. The pizza? A home run; easily the best thing I ate there. Good ambience and lighting; weird chairs and tables. Would return.
… moreLeFoodie
Was looking for $1 oysters happy hours and stumbled upon this restaurant. No more $1 oysters, it’s $2 all day everyday. This is not a deal breaker for me so I decided to stay for dinner. First off the oysters tasted foul.. I should have go against my rule and send it back.. hopefully I won’t get sick from eating them second, the Uni pasta didn’t taste any Uni in it. Instead it was super salty. So was the Cesar salad.
The two cocktails I had was decent. Nothing to run back for but they were the only positive items I didn’t want to send back
… moreThe two cocktails I had was decent. Nothing to run back for but they were the only positive items I didn’t want to send back
Kenneth Park
We had such a good time here during the Harvard family weekend. I liked the table size which was small enough to have a good conversation but also big enough for the dishes to share. We had a grilled branzino which was worth every penny even though it was a bit pricey. Generous size fish was very very fresh. The salad and potato on the side were so good too. The salmon dish was delightful, and the burrata was so yummy. I highly recommend this restaurant.
… morejacob s
Overall we had a decent meal at Waypoint. The Caesar had a nice dressing and the flatbread came with a flavorful spiced butter. The clam pizza had fresh clams and the ilidelphia (pepperoni) pizza had perfect cups of pepperoni. The pizza dough was light and airy yet holdable, an impressive dough for a restaurant that doesn’t specialize in pizza. The lobster cacio e Pepe was a little lackluster, without much depth in flavor. The lobster was also a small portion for the price of the pasta dish. The staff were very friendly with the exception of the manager.
… moreSue L.
8/19/2025, First and last time visiting Waypoint. Not mad, just disappointed with the treatment we received.
Just an aunt taking her college-aged niece out for $1 oysters. She chose Waypoint because she liked the décor and ambiance. We arrived around 5:15 PM, were greeted, and seated right away at a corner booth for two.
Our server, P, introduced himself. My niece asked if they were still doing the $1 oysters. P confirmed but added there was a 12-oyster limit per person. We agreed and ordered: crab-dusted chili fries, uni bucatini, and 12 oysters.
Here’s where the experience fell apart:
1. P had a large party nearby and seemed busy, but never once checked on us after taking our order.
2. Another staff member, A, maybe a food runner, stopped by to ask how things were and was consistently attentive.
3. About 15 minutes into our meal, a couple was seated behind us. P greeted them, explained the menu, and when the gentleman mentioned ordering 40 oysters, crickets, P said nothing about any limit.
4. I flagged P down to order another 12 oysters. He delivered them but still never checked on us or our food.
5. A, on the other hand, asked how our second round was and immediately brought me a drink when requested.
The overall impression: P treated us like we might abuse the $1 oyster deal and gave his attention to larger tables, while ignoring ours. As paying customers, that felt dismissive and unfair.
Food ratings:
1. Oysters: 7/10, ten out of twelve was fresh and good, but plenty of nearby spots offer $1 oysters.
2. Crab-dusted chili fries: 7/10, tasty fries with chili powder and spicy mayo with crab meat dip, but straightforward.
3. Uni bucatini: 4/10, need a pinch of salt.
Service ratings:
P: 2/10, inattentive and inconsistent.
A: 9/10, friendly, responsive, and professional.
I shared this feedback with the front of the house staff when we left. Did we order lightly, that we don’t deserve our server’s attention? Either way, a paying customer is a paying customer. Our bill came out $66.some changed. Tipped P $5 and A $20.
Hope this helps you decide if Waypoint is the right fit for your next $1 oysters trip
… moreJust an aunt taking her college-aged niece out for $1 oysters. She chose Waypoint because she liked the décor and ambiance. We arrived around 5:15 PM, were greeted, and seated right away at a corner booth for two.
Our server, P, introduced himself. My niece asked if they were still doing the $1 oysters. P confirmed but added there was a 12-oyster limit per person. We agreed and ordered: crab-dusted chili fries, uni bucatini, and 12 oysters.
Here’s where the experience fell apart:
1. P had a large party nearby and seemed busy, but never once checked on us after taking our order.
2. Another staff member, A, maybe a food runner, stopped by to ask how things were and was consistently attentive.
3. About 15 minutes into our meal, a couple was seated behind us. P greeted them, explained the menu, and when the gentleman mentioned ordering 40 oysters, crickets, P said nothing about any limit.
4. I flagged P down to order another 12 oysters. He delivered them but still never checked on us or our food.
5. A, on the other hand, asked how our second round was and immediately brought me a drink when requested.
The overall impression: P treated us like we might abuse the $1 oyster deal and gave his attention to larger tables, while ignoring ours. As paying customers, that felt dismissive and unfair.
Food ratings:
1. Oysters: 7/10, ten out of twelve was fresh and good, but plenty of nearby spots offer $1 oysters.
2. Crab-dusted chili fries: 7/10, tasty fries with chili powder and spicy mayo with crab meat dip, but straightforward.
3. Uni bucatini: 4/10, need a pinch of salt.
Service ratings:
P: 2/10, inattentive and inconsistent.
A: 9/10, friendly, responsive, and professional.
I shared this feedback with the front of the house staff when we left. Did we order lightly, that we don’t deserve our server’s attention? Either way, a paying customer is a paying customer. Our bill came out $66.some changed. Tipped P $5 and A $20.
Hope this helps you decide if Waypoint is the right fit for your next $1 oysters trip
Hyewon Lim
Visited this charming spot with my dear friend for happy hour oysters. We promptly ordered four dozen oysters and relished the experience. Despite initial concerns about a way too cheap price affecting the flavor, our worries were unfounded. We were both pleased with the delectable, flavorful oysters and had an enjoyable time at this restaurant. I look forward to returning for their tempting pizza.
… moreKayla Dieux
delicious & creative cocktails! the service and atmosphere was amazing, loved the shrimp & the peach burrata toast.
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