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Waypoint, Cambridge, MA

Waypoint

4.6 (2076)
$30 and under
Seafood
1030 Mass Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
Chef Michael Scelfo of Alden & Harlow welcomes Waypoint, his second Cambridge restaurant. Located at the gateway of Harvard Square at 1030 Massachusetts Avenue, “waypoint” often means a plot point on a map. For Chef Scelfo, it signals a natural next step along his culinary journey. From live-fire pizza to raw bar and caviar service, to an expansive absinthe list, the menu at Waypoint reflects his forward-thinking approach to coastally-inspired fare combining approachable ideas and ingredients with elements that are unexpected.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Oyster Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 864-2300
  • Website
    http://www.waypointharvard.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Michael Scelfo
  • Private party facilities
    All inquiries regarding private party bookings/events should be sent to tiffany@aldenharlow.com.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Dining Director: (617) 864-2300
  • Location
    1030 Mass Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Waypoint is conveniently located between Harvard Square and Central Square, with red-line MBTA stops at both Harvard and Central. From either direction, it takes roughly 5-10 minutes to walk to Waypoint at 1030 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Waypoint's menu was last updated on 12/27/2023.

Pizza

  • Chopped Clam$24.00

    parsley, chilies & pecorino

    • Smoked Whitefish$22.00

      mascarpone, dill & capers

      • Illadelphia$23.00

        pepperoni, pecorino, tomato sauce & basil

        • Brussels & Guanciale$22.00

          crispy brussel sprouts, garlic oil & guanciale

          • Mushroom Pie$22.00

            hen of the woods, cremini, thyme, truffle honey, pickled red onion

            Pasta

            • Lobster Cacio e Pepe$38.00

              whole wheat pasta, koji butter & pecorino

              • Uni Bucatini$29.00

                smoked egg yolk, pecorino & bottarga

                • Jonah Crab & Angel Hair$29.00

                  evoo breadcrumb, guanciale & jalapeño

                  • Black Pepper Spaccatelli$26.00

                    house cured guanciale, tomato, basil & smoked pecorino

                    Plates

                    • WP French Fries$9.00

                      regular or crab dusted with chili mayo

                      • "Anchor" Caesar$17.00

                        romaine lettuce, garlic parsley croutons

                        • With 3oz Lump Blue Crab$28.00

                      • Market Vegetables$23.00

                        daily selection

                        • Fried Salt & Vinegar Smelts$16.00

                          pickled "rampch" dressing

                          • Fried Brussels$18.00

                            fish sauce vinaigrette, pickled onions, lime

                            • Baked Oyster$16.00

                              pecorino, garlic butter, bread crumbs

                              • Hickory Smoked Shrimp$19.00

                                tomato butter, garlic, focaccia

                                • Seared Tuna & Rice Bowl$24.00

                                  puffed brown rice, roasted squash, apple miso vinaigrette, avocado, pickles

                                  • Pan Seared Cod$24.00

                                    parsnip puree, roasted shellfish butter, house dried tomatoes

                                    • Hash Brown Cakes$18.00

                                      smoked fish salad, smoked trout roe, cucumber vinaigrette

                                      • Shrimp & Pork Shu Mai$17.00

                                        green chili crisp, white soy

                                        • Hearth Baked Flatbread$14.00

                                          rosemary garlic butter

                                          Raw Bar

                                          • Oysters*

                                            daily selection, pickled fennel mignonette, cocktail sauce

                                            • Market Price

                                          • Wellfleet Clams*

                                            daily selection

                                            • Market Price

                                          • Shrimp Cocktail

                                            cocktail sauce, nori aioli

                                            • 3 for$14.00

                                          • Maine Uni Tray*$49.00

                                            seasonal accompaniments

                                            Caviar

                                            • Donuts & Caviar$26.00

                                              hackleback caviar, brioche donuts (5g)

                                              • Caviar Supplement$25.00

                                                add a bump of caviar to anything (5g)

                                                Classics

                                                • NY Strip Steak Frites

                                                  bernaise aioli, absinthe demi, hand cut fries

                                                  • 8oz$39.00
                                                  • 16oz$78.00

                                                • Whole Roasted Branzino$49.00

                                                  shaved fennel salad

                                                  • WP Fish & Chips$26.00

                                                    dill pickle tartar sauce, lemon, fries

                                                    • WP Fish Sandwich$19.00

                                                      Parker roll, dill pickle tartar, iceberg, cheddar, fries

                                                      • Waypoint Burger$19.00

                                                        two 4 oz top patties, tillamock cheddar, cured tomato, pickled onion, tonnato

                                                        • Cast Iron Salmon$26.00

                                                          crispy & creamy cici beans, torched grapes & lemon

                                                          Crudos

                                                          • Hiramasa*$20.00

                                                            sesame- umami brittle, jalapeño, shoyu syrup

                                                            • Bluefin Tuna*$26.00

                                                              fried peanut, shaved cucumber, makrut lime, buttermilk crema

                                                              • Ora King Salmon*$19.00

                                                                fried rice cake, shaved cucumber, black truffle oil, avocado, ikura

                                                                Last updated: December 27, 2023

                                                                What 2,076 people are saying

                                                                Waypoint reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                4.6
                                                                4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                • 4.6Food
                                                                • 4.5Service
                                                                • 4.5Ambience
                                                                • 4.2Value

                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                Loved For

                                                                • Greater Boston

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                                                                Review summary

                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                Waypoint offers a delightful dining experience with "delicious food" and "friendly service." Highlights include the $1 oysters, creative cocktails, and standout dishes like Jonah crab angel hair pasta and Thai sausage dumplings. The restaurant's ambiance is charming, making it a "top 5 restaurant in the city" for many visitors.
                                                                2,076 Reviews

                                                                1. Lori VIP

                                                                  Greater Boston43 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                  The food was fabulous. The salmon with avocado on a hash-brown was a fun take on a classic, and the clam pizza was the best I’d ever had, clammy and very buttery. The Brussels were generous and tasty. The drink menu was inventive and the coup de grace cocktail was both floral and refreshing. The staff was friendly but didn’t check in frequently enough and catching an eye was a bit of a challenge. The $1 oysters from 5-7pm created a boisterous environment which quieted down substantially after 7pm. We’d definitely return!

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                                                                2. Nina

                                                                  Atlanta1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Such a good experience. We sat at the bar and had a dollar oysters but of course it was Saturday!! The staff was super friendly and they had such good food. We ordered the Jonah crab angel hair pasta and it was divine. Then we got the Thai sausage dumplings with house made soy sauce and chili oil and it was straight perfection. Definitely making this one of my regular spots.

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                                                                3. alex

                                                                  New York City3 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on June 10, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Overall one of the best dining experiences in Boston. Sitting at the chef’s table is a plus — getting to watch the chef inspect each plate added a whole new level to the night. Every plate that came out was absolutely on point, both in flavor and presentation. In my opinion, this is easily a top 5 restaurant in the city.

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                                                                4. Sarah

                                                                  Greater Boston4 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on June 5, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                  Delicious food. The flatbread, hickory shrimp and broccolini were hits.

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                                                                5. Kathryn

                                                                  Greater Boston5 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on May 17, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Every dish and every cocktail was a win. Attentive staff and amazing food. Our favorites were the hickory smoked shrimp, bluefish tuna tostada, and charcoal grilled broccoli. favorite cocktails were the sage advice and rain’s promise.

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                                                                6. James VIP

                                                                  Greater Boston15 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on May 17, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Great service, fresh & gorgeous seafood tower, and fantastic portion sizes. We always used to walk by this restaurant and it was super busy. Glad we finally booked it. Cannot recommend this place enough.

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                                                                7. Dan

                                                                  Denver / Colorado4 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on May 17, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  All around a very nice dinner for our extended family. Waiter was very attentive and helpful. Menu was fun, diverse, and food was excellent. The building and decor was comfortable and attractive,

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                                                                8. Victor

                                                                  Greater Boston1 review

                                                                  4.0

                                                                  Dined on May 16, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                  3. Service 2
                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                  Our waiter had an attitude and did not serve us well.

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                                                                9. Alexia

                                                                  Greater Boston5 reviews

                                                                  4.0

                                                                  Dined on May 16, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Excellent service, food was great. It was a great choice.

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                                                                10. James VIP

                                                                  Greater Boston15 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on May 14, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                  Delicious fish dishes and oysters. Wonderful waitress.

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                                                                FAQs

                                                                Waypoint offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 864-2300.

                                                                Waypoint is rated 4.6 stars by 2076 OpenTable diners.

                                                                Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                Make a reservation

                                                                2 people
                                                                7:00 PM
                                                                Booked 31 times today
                                                                Google Map for Waypoint

                                                                1030 Mass Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

                                                                Additional information

                                                                • Neighborhood
                                                                  Cambridge
                                                                • Hours of operation
                                                                  Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
                                                                • Price
                                                                  $30 and under
                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                  Seafood, American, Oyster Bar
                                                                • Dining style
                                                                  Casual Elegant
                                                                • Dress code
                                                                  Smart Casual
                                                                • Parking details
                                                                  Street Parking
                                                                • Public transit
                                                                  Waypoint is conveniently located between Harvard Square and Central Square, with red-line MBTA stops at both Harvard and Central. From either direction, it takes roughly 5-10 minutes to walk to Waypoint at 1030 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA.
                                                                • Payment options
                                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                • Executive chef
                                                                  Michael Scelfo
                                                                • Additional
                                                                  Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                • Website
                                                                  http://www.waypointharvard.com/
                                                                • Phone number
                                                                  (617) 864-2300
                                                                • Private party facilities
                                                                  All inquiries regarding private party bookings/events should be sent to tiffany@aldenharlow.com.
                                                                • Private party contact
                                                                  our Private Dining Director: (617) 864-2300

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