666034 Tue Nov 10 07:13:51 -0800 2009 11 12 Boston Area 0 5169708 Hi. Movie at 7, fresh pond. My wife wanted Amelia's (teele sq) because she hasn't been in ages but the buzz here was not positive. Suggestions? thanks, makiman Tue Nov 10 07:13:51 -0800 2009 125583 makiman 1 5169730 All of these are turning out pretty good food these days: Kathmandu Spice Anapurna Shangri-La West Side Lounge Chez Henri Temple Bar and I've never been to these two but good reviews on chound: Gran Gusto TW Food Tue Nov 10 07:19:12 -0800 2009 5169708 10169 StriperGuy 2 5169738 Gran Gusto is almost directly behing the Fresh Pond theater, almost walkable. I think they've got some truffle specials going, too!! Tue Nov 10 07:21:07 -0800 2009 5169730 196033 justbeingpolite 2 5170625 Thanks so much, all... will let you know. Makiman Tue Nov 10 12:10:44 -0800 2009 5169730 125583 makiman 1 5169763 TW Food is really excellent, but also quite a bit fancier than the other options on StriperGuy's list (and is very small so you probably need a reservation). In North Cambridge, there is also Qingdao Garden (Northern-style Chinese; closed Tuesday if you are going tonight, though), Cafe Barada (Lebanese; doesn't take credit cards), and Greek Corner (haven't been, but gets good reviews). Tue Nov 10 07:32:25 -0800 2009 5169708 1108572 greenzebra 1 5169794 All good suggestions. There's also Toraya in Arlington. Tue Nov 10 07:43:31 -0800 2009 5169708 13756 GretchenS 2 5169807 Not always a favorite on this board, but Summer Shack is just across the street. Some raw bar and apps (I like the grilled clams) could be a good pre-movie take. Tue Nov 10 07:47:33 -0800 2009 5169794 196033 justbeingpolite 2 5169853 Mmmmm, Toraya. Might have to hit it for lunch today... Tue Nov 10 08:03:25 -0800 2009 5169794 10169 StriperGuy 1 5169951 I'd strongly suggest that you go with Gran Gusto over Amelia's if you want Italian. We were at Amelia's a couple of weeks ago and it was pretty meh. Tue Nov 10 08:33:34 -0800 2009 5169708 77061 bear 1 5170092 I third, fourth? Gran Gusto. Also, haven't been, but a Lebanese place opened up definitely within walking distance. It's called "Basha Cafe" I think. I like Summer Shack, too. If you have the time and can get in, I also suggest Ten Tables Cambridge. FWIW, I found Annapurna to be really awful. Tue Nov 10 09:23:34 -0800 2009 5169708 197286 dulce de leche 2 5170376 My vote also goes to Gran Gusto. If your there early you can get in and out pretty quickly. And its so good! Tue Nov 10 10:55:36 -0800 2009 5170092 162278 heypielady 2 5171422 I've been curious about Basha...It's rather expensive. I think lipoff posted favorably about this place. Not much recent chatter. Is it still hanging on? Amelia's Teele Sq is quite different from the Kendall Sq spot (which most of the recent reviews have been about). It's a pleasant spot. Food is decent (although we almost go since we don't eat Italian out). How about Hana Sushi? Tue Nov 10 17:50:52 -0800 2009 5170092 121319 digga