It has been a while since we visited the Cambridge Brewing Company at One
Kendall Square, but this afternoon we had such an extraordinary meal there
that I must post an accolade.
Although the menu seemed to have fewer choices than I recall from past visits,
the selection was quite adequate. Everything was beautifully served, starting
with a slice of lemon in the ice water.
We began with a mixed green salad with a good variety of fresh ingredients.
The raspberry vinaigrette dressing was a wonderful blend of sweet and sour.
The portion was ample for sharing.
I had scrumptious chicken curry with vegetables served over a bed of couscous.
I thought the spices were wonderfully done, although some tastes might find it
a bit too strong. The rim of the plate was artistically decorated with
drizzled threads of a peppery hot Asian sauce that allowed raising the heat as
desired.
My wife ordered a baked salmon dish, with a lime and cilantro sauce, that was
served with a basmati rice patty and a beautiful mound of fresh, perfectly
steamed broccoli, shredded carrots, and shredded beets. She declared the dish
to be wonderful.
My cousin had a 1/2 pound burger with cheddar cheese and mushrooms that she
rated as excellent.
The meal was accompanied by a pumpkin ale that we found delightful.
For desert, we had pumpkin pie served with caramel sauce and cinnamon-spiced
whipped cream (the real thing!)
The preparation and presentation of everything was excellent, and certainly a
bargain as well. The entrees were priced at only $7.99 and the salad was
$3.99.
-AlBoston, MA