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"Lobster Thermidor" at Kitchen in Boston's South End.

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Shrimp soup with noodles from Vejigantes in the South End.

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Burger at JM Curley in Downtown Crossing.

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Falafel at Amsterdam Falafel Shop in Davis Square.

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Grilled veal chop at West Bridge in Kendall Square.

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Tagliatelle with lobster at Oak Long Bar in Boston.

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Lobster roll at Olives in Charlestown.

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"Roast Autumn Squash" at Farmstead Table in Newton.

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Shrimp and grits at M3 in Somerville.

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The crispy mussels starter dish at Park restaurant in Cambridge.