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There is an old saying that one of the best judges of success is past success. In terms of the trendy world that is Harvard Square, there are some dining establishments that seem to have outlived many of their less-successful competitors. Casablanca, Charlie’s Kitchen and Grendel’s Den have been in business for decades. Patrons at these Cheers-esque restaurant-bars are dressed-down rather than dressed to impress...
Only a small neon orange sign invites patrons into the underground eatery Casablanca (40 Brattle St.), but the ambiance inside is welcoming. Massive murals in warm colors depict scenes from the classic movie. Past the front room full of booths, the back bar area is the heart of the place. Dim lighting, huge wicker chairs, soft music from a jukebox and lush plants provide a romantic and exotic setting. While the restaurant has been in business for 40 years, renovations have made the bar feel up to date without destroying its timeless elegance. Casablanca’s extensive drink list...
...Crimson Sports Grille offers sticky floors, drunk athletes and the tricks that want them. It’s so awesome, it will probably never close (495-9666; M-Th noon-1am, F-Sa noon-2am). Casablanca is a trendy bar located below the Brattle Theatre and decorated with a mural from the classic Orson Welles film (493-6617, M-Sa 10am-1am). The Hong King is a den of sinful pleasures and dumplings. Try the legendary “Scorpion Soup” for an alcoholic treat (Th-Tu 493-7191, (617) 12pm-2am). Also, there?...
...circus thing doesn’t work out. Instead of tickling the ivories professionally, however, Fox could also see himself chopping seven dozen onions a night at a culinary institute or working in a restaurant. He spends every Tuesday from 3 pm to midnight as a line cook at Casablanca, perfecting the art of crostini presentation. He explains that his current position on “cold apps” is a step up from where he started last March as a prep cook. “The worst part is cleaning up—It?...
...disturbingly Shuttlegirl-esque mascot. The shop resides in the space our beloved Video Pro once occupied, leaving students to trudge to Porter Square if they want to catch a rental flick. At least Harvard students, unable to continue their tradition of dateless evenings with the wholesome Forrest Gump and Casablanca, will be able to buy as many tight skirts and cleavage-baring tops as they desire in a store right above Ben & Jerry’s. Yes, Harvard Square has hit the mainstream...