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    North Shore Cafe

    3.9 (7 reviews)
    InexpensiveSalad, Sandwiches
    Closed Closed
    Updated a few days ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Quick and delicious. I wish employees in the same building received a small discount of some sort.

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