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Casablanca

40 Brattle St.
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-876-0999

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Yes, that Casablanca. The classic movie starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman was the original inspiration for this Harvard Square restaurant, right down to the 25-foot murals by David Omar White.

When it first opened in 1955, it fast became a beloved, if culinarily unambitious, American joint. After falling victim to urban renewal in 1990, it was resurrected by a team of investors led by Sari Abul-Jubein in 1991, this time with a menu including North African influences. Since then, the food has taken center stage at Casablanca, with award-wining presentations of sophisticated Mediterranean fare.

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Seared black cod with summer vegetable ragout and grapefruit fennel salsa
 
 
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