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Oleana

Destination dining — one of the best in Greater Boston.

My Take

Oleana is Ana Sortun's Mediterranean masterpiece, and it's been one of the best restaurants in Boston for two decades. The flavors are complex without being fussy — Turkish and Arabic influences done with real technique. The baked Alaska for dessert is legendary. The patio in summer is one of the best outdoor dining experiences in the area.

Why It Matters

This is destination-quality food that just happens to be in Cambridge. Sortun's spice work and flavor combinations are genuinely unique — you won't find food like this anywhere else in the city.

Best For

Special occasions, impressing food people, summer patio dinner

Watch Out For

Reservations can be tough, especially for patio. Book well in advance.