Temple Bar

Outrageously popular yupscale bar. Amid oak, leather, and vintage posters, Harvard Law kids and their profs mingle with hip young Cantabrigians and middle-aged bookish types who still populate the neighborhood. The menu has improved significantly with a new chef, and who has turned its focus more to quality rather than quantity. There are inventive dishes to be had, and standouts in the pasta arena.

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Price range for entrées: $13 - $20.