The Thoughtful Splurge — worth every penny
Coffee by day, wine bar by night. The space is beautiful - high ceilings, exposed beams, Central Square industrial chic. Great for a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine. The kind of place where you can spend an entire day.
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757 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
Mon-Sat: 7AM-10PM, Sun: 8AM-8PM
2 min walk from Central
RedThe academic palate demands both substance and style.
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Further Reading
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