Highland Kitchen – American
This vibrant neighborhood haunt hums with energy, drawing guests in with the irresistible aroma of spicy Andouille gumbo and fragrant coconut-curried mussels. The kitchen masterfully bridges the gap between soulful comfort and global flair, serving up everything from crispy, buffalo-tossed brussels sprouts to delicate ricotta fritters and Baja-style fish tacos. It is a place where the clink of glasses and the crunch of house-made chips create a backdrop for a dining experience that feels both familiar and excitingly adventurous.
Highland Avenue, Somerville, Massachusetts 02143 http://highlandkitchen.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, sugar-free, plant-based, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, mediterranean, diabetic, low-fat, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, tlc, detox, volumetrics, alkaline, low-fodmap, raw-food, aip, mayo-clinic, pegan, macrobiotic, slow-carb, candida, sirtfood, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the high-quality food and perfectly sized portions, noting that every dish feels thoughtfully prepared. Reviewers highlight the prompt and knowledgeable service, while guests love the cozy atmosphere that creates a truly memorable neighborhood experience. Praised for its warm ambiance, the venue is celebrated for delivering a consistently impressive dinner service that leaves a lasting impression.
Menu
- Classic Devilled Eggs - $6: Served with chow chow Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach
- Homemade Potato Chips - $7: Caramelized onion dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Sweet Plantains - $7: Served with chile ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Iggy's Bavarian Pretzel - $9: Served with beer cheese dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Buffalo Fried Brussels Sprouts - $10: Blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Baja-Style Fried Fish Tacos - $13: Beer battered haddock, shredded cabbage, cilantro, guac, & chile ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Homemade Potato Gnocchi - $14: Beef short rib & parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Ricotta and Mozzarella Fritters - $11: Served with chile honey dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Coconut Curried Mussels - $14: Coconut-curry-lobster broth, grilled Iggy's bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Andouille & Chicken Gumbo - $13: Okra & jasmine rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Crab Cakes - $14: Remoulade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Vegetarian Soup of the Day - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Mixed Green Salad - $9: Organic greens tossed in agave-citrus vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Shaved Kale & Brussels - $11: Tossed in lemon vinaigrette dressing - with figs, hazelnuts, pecorino-romano Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood
- Classic Caesar Salad - $10: Herb croutons & parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Southwest Caesar Salad - $11: Roasted chiles, charred corn, cotija cheese, & cornbread croutons with chile ranch dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Cuban Reuben - $17: Corned beef, smoked pork, swiss, pickles, sauerkraut, russian dressing, on french bread and toasted Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- HK Double Cheeseburger - $18: Two 4 oz. patties, caramelized onions, shredded lettuce, american, cheddar or jack cheese, & seven hills sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Kids Cheese Burger - $10: One 4oz flat patty burger, cheese, and bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Kids Double Cheeseburger - $18: Two 4oz flat patty burgers with cheese on a bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Blackened Catfish Po' Boy - $18: Dusted in Creole spices & seared, served on French bread with lettuce, tomato, pickles, & remoulade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Black Bean Veggie Burger - $14: Made with quinoa & sweet potatoes, served with guacamole, pico de gallo, & monterey jack cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Fried Chicken Sandwich - $15: Served with lettuce, pickles, & ranch dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Buffalo Fried Chicken Sandwich - $15 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Spicy Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich - $15: Shredded lettuce, buttermilk ranch, & pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pan Roasted Boneless Half Chicken - $24: Sweet potato hash, broccolini, herb gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Clean-Eating
- Pappardelle Bolognese - $23: Pork & veal, parmesan, & truffle oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Spicy Jambalaya - $24: Duck confit, shrimp, andouille sausage, tasso ham, cornbread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Large Gumbo - $19 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
- Spicy Coconut Curried Goat Stew - $23: Tropical root veg, jasmine rice, & sweet fried plantains Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Veggie Jambalaya - $19: Impossible sausage, red beans, seared greens & Creole carrots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Grilled Sirloin Steak Tips - $27: Soy, worcestershire, garlic marinade - served with french fries, caesar salad, & HK steak sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Broccolini - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Pile o Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Sweet Potato Hash - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Mac and Cheese - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Garlic Seared Greens - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Grilled Iggy's Bread - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- House Pickles - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Side of Rice - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Strawberry-Rhubarb Crisp - $8: Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Banana Bread Pudding - $8: Served warm with caramel sauce and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Pudding - $8: Served with whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Key Lime Pie - $8
- House Margarita - $12: Blanco Tequila, Triple Sec, & Fresh Lime Juice
- Dorchester - $12: Vodka, Orange Liqueur, Pink Lemonade, & Cucumber
- Mark's Mark 'n' Stormy - $12: Makers Mark Bourbon & Mark's Spicy Ginger Beer
- Mai Tai Dragon - $12: Sailor Jerry Rum, Orange Curacao, Lime Juice, & Orgeat
- De La Louisianne - $12: Rye, Sweet Vermouth, Benedictine, Herbsaint, & Peychaud's Bitters
- Bee's Knees - $12: Gin, Lemon Juice & Barenjager Honey Liqueur
- Somerville Sunburn - $12: Bacardi White Rum, Coconut Liqueur, Falernum Pineapple, Lime, Angostura Bitters
- Paper Plane - $12: Bourbon. Aperol, Amaro, Lemon Juice
- Dazed and Infused - $12: Charred Pineapple & Jalapeno-Infused Mezcal, Amaro Meletti, Apricot Brandy, Lemon Bitters
- The Monsoon - $12: Gold Rum. Fresh Mango & Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
- Mulberry Street - $12: Rye, Cynar, Carpano Antica & Orange Bitters
- 1794 - $12: Rye, Campari, Sweet Vermouth & Mole Bitters
- Fresh squeezed lemonade - $4
- Dr. Browns root beer - $5
- Dr. Browns cream soda - $5
- Jim's Organic Ice Coffee can - $5
- Kid's Fruit Punch Pouch - $5
- TopChico - $5
- Fountainhead Orange Cream Soda - $4
- Dr. Brown's Ginger Ale - $5
- Mexican Coke - $5