Cambridge

Cambridge is a city in Massachusetts, across the Charles River from Boston. It is renowned as the home of Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), both widely considered to be among the best universities in the world. The city's population was 118,000 in 2020; the fourth largest in the state.

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Drink: 9
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Aleppo Palace

Located in a tiny "castle", this inexpensive Middle-Eastern restaurant serves up delicious shawarma, kebab, and their namesake falafel.

Mon-Sat 11AM-11PM, Sun 11AM-7PMSandwiches $5-9, platters $7-10

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Basta Pasta

Gourmet Italian food, at fast food prices. The owner, Altin, used to work in high-end Italian restaurants, but decided to strike it on his own. By appearances it ain't much (formica booths, no table service), but the food is spectacular. Fresh homemade pasta daily. The major drawback is they have no liquor license, and since the Cambridge constabulary eats there nightly, won't let you bring your own.

Mon-Sat 11AM-10PM, Sun 3PM-10PM$8-12

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Christophers

A great place if you need both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. They are very vegetarian friendly, but also have good burgers and beer, and some more yuppie-ish options.

Mon-Wed 11:30AM-1AM, Thu Fri 11:30AM-2AM, Sat 10:30AM-2AM, Sun 10:30AM-1AMStarters $5-10, burgers $8-12

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Harvest

Regional contemporary American cuisine, with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients. A wonderful outside dining terrace and one of the best Sunday brunches (prix fixe, $33) in Greater Boston.

Mon-Thu noon-2:30PM, 5:30PM-10PM; Fri Sat noon-2:30PM, 5:30-11PM; Sun 11:30-2:30, 5:30-10PMLunch $20-30, dinner $40-60

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Mr. Bartley's Burger Cottage

A Harvard Square landmark, Bartley's serves practically any kind of hamburger you can imagine, most named after individuals. A favorite - The Ted Kennedy - "a plump, liberal amount of burger with cheddar cheese, mushrooms, cole slaw and french fries." Don't miss the raspberry lime ricky here! Owners/Menu leans right to the dismay of many customers.

Tue-Sat 11AM-9PM$16-25

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Muqueca

Serves Brazilian food cooked in clay pots. Don't miss the fried plantains, the shrimp bobó, and the muqueca itself.

Tue-Sat 11AM-10:30PM, Sun noon-9:30PMStarters $8-12, mains $14-28

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Oleana

Oleana's inspired and exquisite offerings span the Mediterranean from Spain to Turkey and Armenia to North Africa, yet everything comes together superbly. Mezze will run you anywhere from $3-14, while omnivorous entrees are $26-28. Or come just for dessert to sample their exceptional baked Alaska with coconut ice cream & passion fruit caramel, $15.

Sun-Thu 5:30-10PM, Fri Sat 5:30-11PM

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Pinocchio's Pizza

Well-known longtime spot for Sicilian pizza. Also known for steak and cheese subs. Has colorful mural of Pinocchio and other fables on walls of dining area. Located on a small street between Harvard Yard and JFK Park, just off JFK Street.

Mon-Sat 11AM-1AM, Sun 1PM-midnightSlices are a few bucks, subs from $6

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Toscanini's

An extremely popular ice cream shop in the Boston area, rated as "best ice cream in the world" by the New York Times and also has been highly rated by Gourmet magazine. Popular flavors include burnt caramel, salted saffron, and B3 (brown sugar, brown butter, brownie). New location at also available at 159 First Street in Cambridge (T:Lechmere).

Noon–10PM

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Veggie Galaxy

Veggie Galaxy cuisine focuses on a fresh and modern take on the classic American diner, serving breakfast all day, additional options during lunch and dinner, and offering bold and bright versions of traditional diner fare. Veggie Galaxy is a from-scratch vegetarian diner where everything can be made vegan if it isn't originally, and most things can be made gluten-free.

Sun-Thu 9AM-10PM, Fri Sat 9AM-11PM$8-14

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Yume Wo Katare

A fulfilling experience in several ways. Those finishing a bowl of ramen here (including the broth) should receive a "perfect!" and a hearty cheer from the crowd. Noodle finishers get a "good job!", while those whose eyes were bigger than their stomachs will get an "almost!". Don't feel bad, there's always next time. You'll also be invited to tell your dreams to fellow patrons; just anything that's on your mind, like if you want to visit France or give up sugar and so on.

Tue-Sat noon-2PM, 5-10PM$12-14. Cash only, tax included

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