The lines are long at the Kendall Square Sebastians, but at lunchtime they move quickly. Queue up at the salad bar — there’s no self-service; the restaurant makes salads while customers watch — and think about what you’d like. Romaine, grated Parmesan, croutons, and a generous portion of flavorful chicken breast? Got it. Add Caesar dressing (and pretty much anything else you can think of), and you’re ready to go. — Anne V. Nelson
SEBASTIANS 7 Cambridge Center, Cambridge, 617-758-0112, and other locations, sebastians.com