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Grolier Poetry Book Shop

A one-room bookshop focused entirely on poetry. It regularly hosts poetry readings, check website for schedule and signup.

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Harvard Book Store
Independent shop, nice and cozy, has a wide selection, and has interesting staff recommendations glued to the book stalls. Used and remaindered books are located downstairs.
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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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The Comedy Studio
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All shows begin at 8PM
Thu-Sun 8PM$10-15
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Harvard Lampoon building
Home of the Harvard Lampoon, a student humor publication. The west end of the building, fittingly, resembles a cartoonish face wearing a spiked helmet. The building was finished in 1909.