The Thoughtful Splurge — worth every penny
Fast-casual Greek from the Oleana team. Build-your-own pita or bowl. The chicken is perfectly seasoned, the tzatziki is fresh. Quick lunch option when you need something healthy but satisfying. Multiple locations but Harvard Square is convenient.
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4 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA 02138
Daily: 11AM-9PM
1 min walk from Harvard
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