Middle Eastern Restaurants near Somerville, MA

“The dishes are so intentional. You can tell there is a lot of love and thought that went into each dish. The cornbread and scotch eggs are divined!“

“Always a good experience at Noor! Quality is superb, even when ordering delivery. My favorite plate is the Lule Plate, and the staff can accommodate any requests for substitutions/add ons. I have never left Noor as an unhappy customer! Arsen and team go above and beyond every time.“

“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.“

“Delicious tasty 😋 I love Falafel Place“

“Sound Bites Cafe in Somerville, Mass was exactly what I needed! One of the best breakfast spots around, with fresh ingredients, generous portions, and excellent service. The omelettes are packed with fresh veggies, full of flavor, and cooked to perfection.

A huge thank you to our amazing server, Ledy, who went above and beyond to make sure everything we ordered was just right. Her friendly, attentive service made the experience even better.

If you’re looking for a great breakfast, delicious omelettes, and outstanding customer service, Sound Bites Cafe is definitely worth a visit!“

“Everything is absolutely delicious! Hummus and Veggie Stew are highly recommended. Courteous staff. Cozy vibe. First-rate!!“

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

“beautiful patio expansion "Moona Oasis" to accommodate more guests!“

“I tried your cafe’ for the first time and I was blown away by the taste, quality and price for the amount of food I received. I ordered the Shawarma Chicken Wrap w/tahini sauce, so tasty, the chicken was moist to perfection and I absolutely love the cucumber pickles. For desert I ordered the Kunafa, took it home and warned it up and my oh my! so so yummy!! I can’t wait to go again and try their other items.“

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

“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!!!“

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

“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!“

“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!“

“Delicious and always fresh!!“

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

“One of our favorite restaurants! We love going there for the friendly service and delicious kababs.“

“I had an amazing experience with Moroccan food. The flavors are rich, warm, and full of spices that blend perfectly together. Every dish feels like it’s made with care and tradition. The tagine was tender and full of flavor, and the couscous was light and delicious. I also loved the fresh bread and mint tea — it made the whole experience even better. Moroccan food is not just a meal, it’s a cultural experience. I highly recommend everyone to try it at least once!“

“They have an amazing and fresh falafel I've ever had in Boston!“

“I grew up coming to Rami’s with my family but haven’t lived in Boston for a long time. I’ve been in Brookline with some time for lunch twice in the last few months and have come in both times. It’s just as good as I remembered.

Today, I ordered the shawarma, hummus, falafel, salad plate, and it tasted just as good as it looked. And the longtime owners are friendly, good people.

Tl;dr: Great neighborhood business that has been around forever and continues to serve excellent fast casual Israeli food.“

“Friendly customer service Great food, will definitely return“

“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!“

“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“

“Absolutely Outstanding — The Best Middle Eastern Restaurant I’ve Found in the US!

I first tried this restaurant about five months ago, and I can honestly say it has become my favorite place to eat — period.

The first time I came, I ordered the lamb kabab. Being originally from the Middle East, I know what authentic Middle Eastern food should taste like, and I can confidently say this is the best lamb kabab I have ever had in the United States. It was incredibly authentic, perfectly prepared, and absolutely delicious.

The taste was so authentic that, literally, one bite took me back about 20 years to the flavors I remember from back home. That is something very special. I honestly never expected to find that kind of authentic Middle Eastern taste here in the US.

After that first visit, I came back four more times, and every single visit has been a wonderful experience. The food has been consistently excellent every time.

And it’s not just the main dishes. They also make a variety of fresh juices and specialty drinks. I recently tried their Istanbul drink, and oh my God — it was wonderful! The rose water and the combination of flavors were absolutely amazing. The flavor is hard to even describe because it is so unique and delicious. It was definitely something I had to try, and I’m glad I did.

The bread is incredibly fresh, and the salad they serve at each table is also so fresh and delicious. You can tell that quality and freshness really matter here.

The owners are wonderful, and the staff is extremely nice, polite, welcoming, and professional. You genuinely feel the hospitality from the moment you walk through the door.

And on top of all of that, the food is HALAL. Great authentic Middle Eastern food, fresh ingredients, amazing drinks, wonderful service, and halal food — honestly, who can beat this place?

I should also mention that I am extremely picky when it comes to food. It takes a lot to convince me when it comes to taste and quality. I don’t give compliments easily when I’m not completely satisfied. But this restaurant has impressed me every single time I’ve visited.

I’m telling you, if you are looking for authentic, delicious, high-quality Middle Eastern cuisine, you will have a very hard time finding a restaurant like this anywhere in the state. The food tastes authentic, the quality is excellent, the staff is wonderful, and the hospitality is outstanding.

Five visits and five wonderful experiences — and I will definitely be back again.

This is my best place for dining, period.

If you love Middle Eastern food, do yourself a favor and give this place a try. I highly, highly recommend it!“

“The Middle East in Cambridge buzzed with energy—lively crowds, great acoustics, and a friendly vibe. Staff were warm and efficient, even helping us find parking nearby. Food portions were hearty for the price, especially the fried fish. The Upstairs room felt intimate despite the crowd. Only minor hiccup: limited parking spots, but the team was accommodating. Maybe more spots would help during big events. Worth returning for the atmosphere alone!“

“Nachlo is truly one of the best spots in Boston. The food is absolutely incredible, fresh, flavorful, and made with so much care. Every dish tastes homemade and full of character. The owners are amazing and genuinely kind, and the staff is just as warm and welcoming. You can really feel the passion behind this place. The atmosphere is lively, cozy, and just such a great vibe overall. I cannot recommend it enough!“

“Staff are nice and have good service“

“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!!“

“Very yummy 😋 I ‘m coming back !!!“

“Amazing food! Best Persian food in MA! Clean! Friendly staff. Reasonable pricing.“

“I recently had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant, and it was an excellent experience from start to finish. The food was outstanding. The service was equally impressive. The staff were friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable.
The restaurant also offered great value for the quality of food and service provided. Whether you're visiting for a casual meal, a family gathering, or a special occasion, I would highly recommend this place. I look forward to returning and trying more dishes from the menu.“

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

“I’m a native New Yorker with my share of Mediterranean meals under my belt. I visited Za’tar when we stopped in to pick up takeout.

From the jump, the staff was super friendly and attentive to our order. They surprised us with fresh hummus samplers as we waited.

The restaurant is just the right size with cute dine-in tables and a busy to-go counter. It was easy to see that this place is well-loved.

Taking our order home, we loved our beef and hummus (with fresh, fluffy pita). The schnitzel was tender, and the ground beef and kebabs hit the spot.

We’re from out of town visiting friends, but we’ll definitely be back.“

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

“I like the Beef & Lamb Shawarma Pita Roll-Up, which is perfect for weekday lunch.
Toppings are customizable, and I like the Fried Cauliflower.
Online ordering is convenient. I can take my time to familiarize myself with the toppings before placing an order.“

“I shared the mixed grill with one other person and it was very delicious and priced very well. The salad was my favorite. We finished with a piece of cake and karak (black tea with spices and condensed milk) and that was amazing. I have never had it before and I was very pleasantly surprised.“

“Fantastic service , great food“

“I’ve been going to Charlie’s for years with my wife and it is our number one neighborhood go to. Charlie is the best, undefeated customer service and he takes the time to know many of his guests. The food is great with a huge variety 5/5 ! Would recommend“

“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)“

“The best falafel I’ve ever had. My wife finished nine out of 12 of these in less than five minutes driving away from the store… We turned around in order two dozen more. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere is no frills but all delicious“

“Casual atmosphere. Very welcoming and customer oriented. The owner was on site and came out to greet us. One of our dishes were not as expected.It was quicky redone and both our server and owner checked with us to be sure it was to our liking .My wife had a number of appetizers, the spinach pie and meet dumplings were delicious. I had the lamb shanks which was plentiful and quie falvorful.“

“came here after I was recommended from a friend, and was not disappointed. The food was very fresh and I saw a sign saying that everything was made in house and fresh which is very pleasing. The portions are great and the atmosphere is clean and relaxing. I definitely plan on going back when I’m in the area!“

“Always tasty and fresh 😋!“

“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“

“They’ve messed up my order a few times. One time I called back and they said there was “nothing they can do”, didn’t even attempt to correct. I’ve obviously forgiven them b/c I keep going back lol. Generally speaking, nice people, decent service but the food… is ah-mazing! I’m From the area and they’ve been there a long time-there’s a reason why!“

“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.“

“Friendly team, always smiling... And the food, just yummy“