Fried Chickpeas and Olives @ Near
Fried chickpeas and olives @ Near in Barrington sounded terrific to start, but the chickpeas were so very salty. They deserved a better fate. NEAR: 108 Barrington Commons Ct., Barrington, 847-382-1919
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