131 Main Street, Burlington, 863-2244

Remember Glori Nori Market & Café? The take-out spot at 131 Main Street in Burlington closed almost a decade ago, but at the time it had a novel concept: To offer a mix of international foods, with an emphasis on Jamaican and Asian flavors.

Well, it’s back — sort of. Esperanto, which occupies the very same space, feels like a blast from Burlington’s past. It has a stoner vibe and a menu that cherry picks quick, casual dishes from all over the world.

But the new restaurant has had bad luck. Just after opening on September 29, construction workers descended on the sidewalk right in front, making it difficult for passersby to see the eatery was open for business. I went in last night to see if it was worth braving the construction.

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AAN award-winning food writer Alice Levitt is a fan of the exotic, the excellent and automats. She wrote for Seven Days 2007-2015.