The Thoughtful Splurge — worth every penny
MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Uyghur restaurant with fiery-umami flavors and hand-pulled noodles. Big plate chicken, lamb skewers, and cumin-spiced dishes from China's Xinjiang region. Small, no-frills space with incredible food.
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272 Brookline St, Cambridge, MA 02139
Tue-Thu: 5PM-9:30PM, Fri: 5PM-9:30PM, Sat: 12PM-9:30PM, Sun: 12PM-8PM, Closed Mon
8 min walk from Central
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