Establishment Profile

Olé

Name: Olé
Address: 11 Springfield St, Cambridge, MA 02139, Cambridge, MA, US
Telephone: (617) 492-4495
Rating: 4.2

A distinguished Cambridge establishment

Mexican

Inman Square

4.2751 reviews

The Story

The MIT Spin-Off That Made Vegetarian Fast Food Good

Who Runs It

Clover started as an MIT food truck, founded by a McKinsey consultant who crunched the numbers on sustainable fast food.

The Origin

Clover began serving MIT students from a food truck in 2008, with a data-driven approach to menu development.

What Makes It Special

The falafel is outstanding. The breakfast sandwiches are beloved. Simple menu, great ingredients.

For MIT and Kendall Square workers, Clover is the default lunch spot.

What People Love

Customers love the falafel, breakfast sandwiches, and guilt-free fast food experience.

Excellent falafel

Beloved breakfast sandwiches

Fast service

Consistent quality

Best for:quick lunchvegetarian mealsbreakfast

What To Know

This is fast-casual vegetarian. Quick, simple, good.

•Vegetarian only

•Limited menu

•Counter service

Pricing Context

Fast-casual pricing. $8-14.

Rating Breakdown

4.3

1456 total reviews

Google

4.3(1456)

Our Take

Good ratings. Some locations are more consistent than others.

What Customers Say

“The falafel is better than it has any right to be.”

via Google

“Some locations are better than others. Kendall is most consistent.”

via Google

Insider Tips

Best Time to Visit

Avoid 12-1pm lunch rush.

What to Ask For

Chickpea fritter sandwich is the signature.

Hidden Gem

The rosemary fries are excellent.

Getting There

Multiple locations near T stops.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is everything vegetarian?

Yes—entirely vegetarian with many vegan options.

Known For

Authentic Mexican cuisine

margaritas

festive atmosphere

Accessibility

Small step at entrance

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