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!“

“Honestly my favorite pizza I’ve had in Boston. I’m looking forward to trying other menu items soon.

Charlie is extremely nice and greets everyone and recognizes returning customers and asks how your day is going etc.

Overall, great food and great people. One of the only places I could rate 5/5 in every part of the field. I had been going to inbound(4/5) but I enjoy this place more, I think it may be the dough I prefer/sauce.“

“Definitely coming back again food was delicious! Don’t let you self be fooled by the bad reviews, this is definitely one of the few places where they actually sell halal food and you can taste in their flavors. So many vegetarian options. Love to see different cuisines coming together.“

“A birthday meal that meal me AWAY“

“Good food , nice atmosphere,“

“It was so good!!! I enjoyed my lunch!!“

“This place is sooo yummy!!! I love how the meal has protein, veggies and starch!!! Everything was delicious, the chicken and lamb! My favorite is the lamb and this place makes it very flavorful as well tender.

Must try this place as well as the service is very fast/efficient!

No pictures of food- it all in my happy tummy

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!“

“BEST LAMP CHOPS EVER“

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

“The falafel is just the beginning of all of the great food that can be found here. Awesome spot for a lunch or dinner for everybody, with many vegetarian and meat options for anyone’s tastes.“

“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!“

“ill start with the shawarma being extremely underwhelming. east-coast metropolitan canada has spoiled me when it comes to a good shawarma: fluffy garlic sauce, meat that melts in your mouth, perfectly pickled pickles, a saj that’s dunked in the shawarma juice and flambéed on the grill. and this shawarma is not that. this is dry af and i don’t think there is good shawarma in boston. you should just do the 6 hour road trip to ottawa

but alas! this review is actually not for the shawarma because then it would’ve been much lower than this score. this review is for the baklava. for $5, you get a huge square of baklava that is so perfectly crisp and chewy. overwhelming flavour profile of floralness in the syrup - much more than other baklavas ive had in the Boston area and i LOVE it. orange blossom/rosewater is so under emphasized in baklava nowadays and noor does it so right….. for $5 how can you even complain?!?!? this is value maxxing. id come again and again and again just for this baklava. thank you for your service noor mediterranean grill“

“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!“

“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!“

“It’s a small cafe like restaurant but their food is delicious. I don’t like the bread they give with soup and platter , I get a chapati instead. I get chicken breast platter and soup occasionally there. chicken is always tender and delicious.“

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

“Whenever we’re in Boston this is a must-have. The softest pita, felafel that is both moist and delicous, tehina with a perfect consistency, and the sehug that packs a flavorful punch that will take you allll the way to flavortown. The shawarma is wonderful and the ingredients are all fresh. Staff is friendly and accommodating. Definitely worth a visit!“

“By far the best falafel and shawarma I've had, especially with their delicious garlic paste. The staff are super friendly and helpful if you're not sure what to order. This a nice and and cozy spot if ever want to get a quick and affordable lunch.

Vegetarian options: Falafel, Hummus, Tabouli, and Baba Ghannoush All vegan and delicious.“

“05 Aug 2023 update: About last night, Meg, are you a wizard? The only barkeep on a ceilingcat damned busy night. How do you all do it? Because we all survive somehow, but the service industry knows better than anybunneh else. Neaux?!You, too, Emma.Et tu, Didi.All of y'all... ?❤️‍?“

“I've played in a lot of clubs in a lot of places and the Middle East is one of the best. The place has an incredible vibe, great food, and great music. Everyone on staff was wonderful and the bartender, Lauren, was truly exceptional. Thanks to everyone at the club for a killer night. See you next time!

- Buzzy/The Cryptkeeper Five“

“was 10/5 stars before they moved locations. now its “only” 5/5. Wish they stayed where they used to be. New location makes me feel like im in fnaf. its understandable they needed bigger space but they ruined it low key. still banger halal food“

“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“

“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!“

“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“

“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.“

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

“Fantastic service , great food“

“Staff are nice and have good service“

“I recently dined at Land of Fire in Boston, and it was a fantastic experience! The kebabs were incredibly flavorful and perfectly cooked, with just the right amount of seasoning. The doner was equally impressive—juicy and satisfying. The variety of dishes offered ensured there was something for everyone, all served fresh and hot. The ambiance was inviting, and Hido, the owner, truly adds to the experience with his warm hospitality. I highly recommend Land of Fire to anyone craving delicious Middle Eastern cuisine!“

“Always delicious food.Always friendly staff. Very nice food at a great value.“

“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!!“

“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“

“Update: decided to give them another chance to see if I could receive my food. The delivery was smooth and arrived on time, so it seems like it was an Uber Eats issue previously.Ordered a chicken and lamb plate. The meat was good and so were the salads and sauces. Only real negative was the rice. It was very plain, which was unfortunate.Waited over an hour for delivery and then my order was cancelled.“

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

“Absolutely fantastic experience! The ambiance is cozy and inviting, the staff is incredibly attentive, and the food is simply delicious. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared with fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor. Highly recommend this gem for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience! Victor was amazing!“

“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)“

“I had a dinner there. Ordered a lamb kabob. The servant gentleman was less than enthusiastic. He acted a bit like as if I owed him something. Food was ok. It was a weird vibe overall. I unfortunately will not be able to recommend a place and probably will not go back myself.“

“The workers were quick and nice. The food was really good as well. Small location with nowhere to sit but we found a park close by to eat at.

Parking: Difficult to find parking. Street.

Wheelchair accessibility: Flat entrance was wheelchair acceptable.“

“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“

“Love Sofra! Everything I have had from there I have thoroughly enjoyed. The falafel, in particular, is delicious and the baked goods are always a treat.

The one critique I have is simply the layout. It's a small spot and it's typically VERY busy, especially on weekends, and it can get very congested. There isn't a great method for moving people through the shop, which contributes to the congestion.

Otherwise, I highly recommend stopping by and either staying to enjoy your food or grabbing something to go. You won't be disappointed!

Vegetarian options: Falafel, shakshuka, dips, pastries.“

“Have eaten here several times over the past year. The food has always been delicious, absolutely fresh (the tabouleh tastes made-to-order) and overall have enjoyed the experience. Yes, it's a one-man show and sometimes the food takes longer than what you usually expect, but it's been worth the wait. Will definitely return.“

“I’m eating the Chicken Skewer bowl as we speak and for 14$ , it’s delicious and incredible value for your buck . Worth a 10 minute wait .tender Chicken It’s all full flavored and fresh , very fluffy rice and excellent hummus.
I’ll def be back .“

“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!“

“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.“

“One of my favorite places for fresh sliced chicken and tabouli and hummus. I love their wrapped and bowls and schwarma.

Parking: There is a lot around back as well as street parking

Wheelchair accessibility: Reserved spots are behind the store.“

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

“I like this place , specially their Sharma of lamb and baklava are highly tasty.
I also check other food like salads with yogurt and players with lamb ,beef also good.
#I am eating multiple times there ,even bring food for family and friends ---Everyone like their food.
##Very pocket friendly and Halal.
##They have veggies option too,if you just choice not to eat meat (even it's not on their menu,but sometimes they hear the request if you jus my like to eat your shawarma with salads+garlic sauce and hummus).“

“Best Breakfast fruit bowls are the best“