The Thoughtful Splurge — worth every penny
Vegan diner that makes carnivores jealous. The seitan tips taste like actual steak tips. The milkshakes are ridiculously good (and vegan). Retro diner vibes. This is how you convert meat eaters. Brunch is packed for good reason.
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450 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
Mon-Thu: 11AM-10PM, Fri-Sat: 9AM-11PM, Sun: 9AM-10PM
3 min walk from Central
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— Herman Blume, on Cambridge dining