Middle Eastern Restaurants near Allston, MA

“Great experience this afternoon. Sat outside and the service was great. The food was delicious! We had a flat bread and two pita wrapped sandwiches. The freshly made pita bread is delicious! Looking forward to going back!“

“Chariles pizza has an old world ambience and the food transports you back in time when the veggies were fresh and the crust was freshly baked and the pizzas were a delicacy and not an everyday thing. Their marinara sauce is sublime. Charlie is very warm and has a great sense of what someone might like.“

“I needed a quick snack while I was waiting for a family member to get her hair done next door. I ordered the baba ghanouj, which comes with pita. Incredibly delicious, homemade baba! Chunks of smoky eggplant, fresh herbs, so flavorful - perhaps the best I've had, and I love this dish. I want it come back now and try their entrees and other spreads. Highly recommend.“

“Great Yemeni and Mediterranean food“

“Good food, great prices & friendly service! 👌“

“A birthday meal that blew me AWAY“

“I got a Lamb and Kofta Plate but unironically the included falafel blew my expectations out of the water lol.
Have I been eating bad falafel my entire life? I’m going to forgo the meat and just get the vegetarian options next time, so good! Food was cooked fresh and the gentlemen at the counter were very polite, thank you!“

“Absolutely delicious. We had the Falafel sandwich, rice and spinach/feta pie. So good. Fast friendly service. Will definitely come back!!!“

“This place is beyond amazing. The food is made with love and the owner is beyond accommodating and polite! Love Ani’s!“

“The food was delicious, the staff was friendly and very helpful with menu items… recommend if in the neighbourhood“

“On one of the first days at my company, a colleague took me to the old New York Deli on Temple Street and introduced me to Kadhim. I couldn't understand why he would take the time - it's not like this guy is going to remember me out of all of the people who come through there. My mistake - every time I would see him over the years, at whatever location, Kadhim would come from behind the counter and greet me by name like an old friend. Understand - he was told my name once, over 20 years ago. I don't even go out to lunch very often - sometimes it would be years between visits to one of the Falafel King locations. But every time I enter, it's a big smile and greeting and an expression of appreciation that cannot be faked...go check them out!“

“Everyday they have a special item in their menu. I had a lamb kofta plate that comes with rice, salad, pita, hummus and yogurt. The kofta was over fried and was full of oil as the rice layer was covered with oil.
Also Baklava was good as it was not too sweet.

Above all the taste was good and portion size was enough to kill a hungry stomach for $16. Very clean space but surprisingly they still use a cover in front of the counter like good Covid days.“

“On one of the first days at my company, a colleague took me to the old New York Deli on Temple Street and introduced me to Kadhim. I couldn't understand why he would take the time - it's not like this guy is going to remember me out of all of the people who come through there. My mistake - every time I would see him over the years, at whatever location, Kadhim would come from behind the counter and greet me by name like an old friend. Understand - he was told my name once, over 20 years ago. I don't even go out to lunch very often - sometimes it would be years between visits to one of the Falafel King locations. But every time I enter, it's a big smile and greeting and an expression of appreciation that cannot be faked...go check them out!“

“The best Mediterranean food in Cambridge, I recommended this place, good food, good prices, and very nice customer service. Thank you ???“

“When I lived in Boston, I came to their basement Haymarket located Arabic store often. Meats, fish, spices, sweets, homemade flat bread, etc. I went there again 10 days ago and it still has it all. This place is a Boston treasure. Always friendly employees. You should check it out.“

“Been coming to Rami's mostly for their falafel and schnitzel pitas. Along with the diced veggies and hummus, they are tasty sandwiches. The hot sauce gives a nice kick. I'm told that the pitas come from Israel. Food is quite authentic. Their hummus side is inconsistent, can be really good sometimes and too salty other times.

Food prices have gone up quite a bit over the past few years unfortunately. But, there aren't many alternatives in the area. Generally, we can always rely on good stuffed pitas.“

“Falling in Love with Noor Mediterranean Grill: A Culinary Ode

Oh, Noor Mediterranean Grill, how do I love thee?
Let me count the ways, between the sea and the spree.
In this cozy nook, where aromas pirouette,
You’ve captured my heart—how could I forget?

With a door that swings open to promise and spice,
I’m greeted by warmth, like a hug that’s precise.
The chatter of patrons, the clink of fine glass,
Ah, it’s paradise found—no need for first-class.

The shawarma, oh dear, it’s a love affair bold,
Each tender slice whispers tales yet untold.
With spices that tango and flavors that sway,
I’m convinced it’s a magic carpet ride, they say.

And then comes the hummus, my love, pure and true,
A velvety dip that whispers, “I’m here just for you.”
Paired with pita, warm from the oven’s embrace,
Each bite is a sonnet, a savory grace.

Let’s not forget salads, bright gems on the plate,
With colors so vibrant, they dance and they sate.
Crisp cucumbers and tomatoes, a burst of delight,
Who knew greens could be such a culinary bite?

But here’s the twist, my friends, let’s not be naive,
Life’s not just about food, though we often believe.
For in this little haven, while flavors entwine,
We find joy in each other, like fine aged wine.

So here’s to the laughter, the stories we share,
To the moments of magic that linger in air.
For the best things in life, by the littorals we find,
Are not just the meals, but the love intertwined.

So come, gather ‘round, let your hearts take a chance,
At Noor Mediterranean, where flavors romance.
And while the food dazzles, let’s raise a toast high:
To the best things in life—good food, friends, and the sky.“

“This is literally the best Persian restaurant in the "Greater Boston" area! Definitely an unforgettable experience! The food's delicious as ever! The service's + Atmosphere's 100% terrific!“

“AMAZING fresh food! some of best food I've ever tasted!“

“Tried Allspice for the first time today. Delicious. Lamb gyro was cooked perfectly and fresh. Very reasonably priced. Wonderful people working there as well. Looking forward to going back soon“

“Delicious tasty 😋 I love Falafel Place“

“This place is a hidden gem that at 43 I just found!.. its a beautiful location, multiple restaurants and multiple places for artists of all kinds to perform for everyone. They had an option to dine in and skip the line. That was great. The drinks and apps were ordered were delicious as well. The staff was great, very helpful. The older gentleman actually walked us over to where we needed to go to see the show. Crazy this place has been open since 1970 and it's just gotten bigger over the years. It's a great place to see up and coming artists. They have everything from belly dancing, to rock and roll so there is something for everyone!!!“

“The food is incredible! I would give them 6 stars if I could!

After driving past this restaurant a gazillion times, I said, " You know we have to try that restaurant out" and finally we did and at a very busy time around seven . They didn't have any tables available as this restaurant is small and came at peak hour but we managed to get a couple seats at the bar. We had the best baba ghanoush, the lamb, Adana, and chicken kebab..,it was delicious!!!!!! the salad was delicious too! And the pistachio Halva dessert was divine with goat ice cream! The main thing is our meal was fresh! They were also a lot of takeout orders so I think this restaurant is a no-brainer for me. If I need to entertain people, I will probably order a bunch of kebabs from them and know the quality would be fabulous because it's small. It was a little hectic when I was there since food was being passed along the table with an empty stool next to me at the bar. But I get it. It's busy! I would like to come in when it's a little quieter maybe around five I have a more calming dining experience!“

“Excellent and friendly service, food and environment 👍🏼“

“Went to "Dig Deep's Last Dance" and had an amazing time. The vibe was absolutely on point—chill crowd, friendly staff, and the house music hit the spot. I loved that there was no cover and no dress code; it made the whole night feel so laid-back but still packed with electric energy.

This spot definitely feels like a local gem, and I’m so glad I gave it a shot. Highly recommend checking it out if you ever get the chance!“

“We usually order from a different Shawarma place in Somerville, but decided to give Sam's a try. The food was very good, and in good sized portions. They were good about following requests to leave things out of the wraps. Note that they do the style with fries on the side rather than in the wrap. My only complaint is that they list some, but not all, of the ingredients on their site. So if you have things you can't eat, I definitely recommend calling them to double check. My partner can't do creamy sauces, and they listed tahini sauce but not garlic sauce in the lamb/beef shawarma, which ended up being a problem. Not a huge thing, just annoying that they make it look like everything is listed when it isn't.“

“Love this place and the great food. This place has been in our family for a couple of generations. Keep up the great food!!“

“Was in town for the weekend visiting family and made a trip to massis we don’t have any Armenian bakeries or stores in Connecticut. So many options to choose from i stocked up on things to bring home and got a bunch of mezze things for dinner with family we were visiting some of Them have never had Armenian food before and they enjoyed all of it. Amazing Armenian food and pastries“

“Very yummy 😋 I ‘m coming back !!!“

“Good halal options. Grill lamb rice is tasty. The salad portion is great. Fries are delicious . They have limited options for sauces, and the quantity of sauces is small. The double lamb burger was just okay. Platter and kebab are good options to eat, it comes with pita bread and the quantity of fries is great.“

“I was looking for a good falafel place in the Watertown neighborhood, and stumbled upon this gem of a place.The owners are very polite and gentle.Definitely recommend the falafel combo; some of the best I've had in recent times in around Boston“

“Certainly the best Persian food in Boston. Must try the Koobideh“

“We Always love a Cava lunch!!!“

“There is no better way to describe this other than Amazing. I have visited this place in the morning, daytime, or even at night and they never disappoint. The most warm hearted and welcoming staff and the owner is the most hospitable person ever. The cherry on top was when I urgently needed a couple of pizzas for a small office pizza Friday lunch party and I ordered it the evening before. Although they open at 11 they brought me the food along with delivery on time with to the door service. The pizza was still very warm and it was sooo good that a person that wanted to take leftovers home couldn't find a single slice by the end of the shift 😂. The Meatlover Pizza was the star people ADORED it. The freshness of the meat and the dough were an amazing combo. The margarita blew everyone away as well That day I also ordered Lule between bread for myself and let me tell you that is their specialty. The meat was so juicy and tender and you gotta sprinkle some sumakh. I always read reviews of this place and they are like where is their non pizza menu? I couldn't tell you that but all you need to do is ask. They have a variety of options and all of the meat is Halal. This place despite being small is so popular that they are packed a lot of the time during the day. That's why I'm pretty sure they are expanding, as they should. If you need catering for a small, medium, or large event they will have your back as well. I got to know them through an unrelated event where they catered for a 100 person event and that taste still lingers on my taste buds. Bottom line is don't be fooled by the old negative reviews. This place is booming and as long as you're friendly and hungry they will not disappoint.“

“Ari is an amazing person it are you there is an a hug for me! The catchup is very good. Very good with a VSCO girls Like myself. Would not recommend eating their tinfoil! Ari=amaizing ever one else is quiet! Good with gluten free(for some fellow Karen’s)“

“We knew we wanted Magic Bites to cater our family event and we were so pleased that we did! Atilla and Elif were helpful and patient planning the menu and everything was top notch delicious. They knew we had some allergies in the family and they made an extra effort to create large labels with all ingredients. I highly recommend them!!“

“Fantastic service , great food“

“Always tasty and fresh 😋!“

“Staff are nice and have good service“

“This place was ?!!! I didn't have water but even though they only had bottled water they gave it to me for free! They also gave everyone in the entire restaurant free ice cream. The food was great and service was fantastic! Definitely 5 stars!“

“When I tell you that this is one of the best chicken shawarma I've ever had !!! This is so authentic it reminds me of home thank you so much the guy there that is on night shift have great customer service♡♡ definitely will be back!“

“Service is nonexistent but because it’s not a sit down restaurant I don’t really mind this!
Five stars for the food. I got the beef kofta plate and it was super fresh and filling. Loved how the flavors were not overwhelming and worked really well together.
Would definitely come back to try the other plates!“

“I was here with a couple of friends from work , the food was amazing and the atmosphere was super chill, service was fast and customer service was the best … I’ll def be coming back when I visit Boston“

“Good Shawarma, great people.
The service was attentive and friendly, they ask you what you want in it, and will follow your preferences. The shawarma was good and plentiful. The only drawback was a pre-cut meat, whereas, freshly cut meat from the spit makes all the difference between good and great. Still a good Shawarma and also fairly priced“

“Hafez House of Kebab is a standout for anyone who loves authentic Persian cuisine. The kebabs are perfectly seasoned and cooked to tender perfection—each bite bursts with rich flavors that keep you coming back for more.

The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the staff is friendly and attentive, making every visit feel like a special dining experience. Whether you’re a fan of traditional kebabs or trying them for the first time, Hafez House of Kebab is an absolute must-visit!“

“Falafel Corner is one of my favorite Boston-area falafel spots. For a tiny place next to a university that's open until 3am, you might be expecting food that's best consumed drunk, but you'd be wrong. The falafel has a delightful herby flavor that always pleasantly surprises me, and it's got an excellent consistency as well. I will admit I haven't tried much else on the menu, but that's only because I can't pass up their falafel.“

“Third or fourth time here -- different choice each time. ALWAYS FRESH, FLAVORFUL AND DELISH'. Today -- Greek salad with spicy chicken shawarma. Sides of cauliflower and tabbouli.“

“Food was delicious, portions were generous, and the local delivery was so convenient! Will definitely order again soon.“

“Best Breakfast fruit bowls are the best“