"There was a time when a business lunch meant drinking at least two martinis at a leisurely pace while discussing the price of manganese in Siam. For better or worse, that world is gone (for the worse because of the loss of socially acceptable day-drinking, for the better because we no longer call Southeast Asian countries by random names that white people made up). Nowadays, you’ll probably need to be in and out pretty quickly, so head to Shy Bird. This Kendall Square restaurant operates as a counter-service spot but feels like a full-service restaurant (the full bar helps). The rotisserie chicken is outstanding and comes out really quickly, so you’ll be able to get back to your actual work in no time." - dan secatore