“This is the best Mediterranean food in Boston! So many of their dishes are just as good as homemade, which makes sense given it’s owned/operated by an Armenian-Greek family. The Aegean dips and tabbouleh to start, chicken kebab for meal, and baklava for dessert are my favorites. Great vegetarian options as well. Will absolutely return.“
“The food was delicious and experience was mind-blowing. I loved the small plates concept and got to try so many different dishes. Every bite was extremely flavorful and delicious. Za'atar bread was to die for. Staff was EXTREMELY polite!They were also very conscious of allergens and accommodated and offered allergan-free options.Place is a bit small and crowded but nothing too inconvenient.“
“Some of the most delicious small plates we have had in the US! Loved all our selections …lentil nachos, the Black Sea cornbread, calamari, avocado w fresh gyro bread, falafel, brussel sprouts, pork belly biscuits… all so amazing. The star of the show for me… they walked the dining room w a tray of FRIED CHICKEN…with an amazing taziki…. My husband had been trying to get reservations foreva! So thrilled to try this spot. Fantastic server as well. She was full of suggestions, very busy but super attentive. Can’t wait to come back!“
“First visit today, although we live somewhat in the neighborhood and I am already kicking myself for not having got here sooner. Red tabbouleh spicing was very punchy and vivid. Allspice in the stuffed grape leaves make them worth coming back for, not something I think I've ever said about stuffed grape leaves before. Most unforgettable was the red lentil soup with its soft rich velvety texture over two or three layers of different delicious flavors. Great first impression, can't wait to go back, solid A leaning toward A+.“
“My friend and I had a wonderful time and enjoyed our meals at Moona. We shared two mezes, the Chicken Tagine, and the rice pudding, all delicious, though we thought the pudding was a little too sweet. The "maitre d" was terrific, as was our bartender/waitperson who served us at the bar. Our only complaint was the difficulty of finding the restaurant. Although there are lights to illuminate the sign, they were not on and apparently never are. Not being familiar with the neighborhood, we drove around and around, finally parked and walked from Broadway up Antrim, then stopped to ask a passerby if she knew where it was. She pointed across the street. We still hadn't seen it! Would definitely return to this welcoming and fun spot with great food, especially now that we know where it is!Parking: We were lucky finally to find a space on Broadway, close to Antrim, and had roughly a 5 minute walk to the restaurant.“
“We really enjoyed eating and spending some time here. The sandwiches and coffee were delicious with high quality ingredients. The staff was incredibly friendly and came to check on us a few times and asked a few questions. They even gave us a complimentary dessert to share!“
“There’s only couple of good places to eat authentic greek gyro in boston , and that’s one of them , tzatziki sauce is incredible, the gyros are huge , fries are good and the meat was perfect , i’m huge critic of greek cuisine in usa , but this place definitely worth it, don’t hesitate to try it!“
“What a find for an amazing fresh and hot Mediterranean meal!! Everything tastes so good and Cilicia is right next to the Natick Common ! I’ve eaten there a bunch and take food for lunches every week! I have fallen in love with his salads, grape leaves ,baba ghanoush,tzatziki, chicken and hot sandwiches and my gluten free daughter loves his falafel, rice pudding, hummus and grape leaves. There’s also a whole market of neat imported food and fresh baklava!! I definitely recommend going there!!Vegetarian options: A majority of the food is yummy vegetarian dishes!!Dietary restrictions: My gluten free daughter can find things there and I mostly eat a vegetarian diet and that’s most of the food!!Kid-friendliness: The owner loves kids and is very friendly!Wheelchair accessibility: Right off the sidewalk and spacious for a wheel chair to get around and roll up to the tables to eat.“
“This is a foodie lover’s paradise. Beautiful bar, thoughtfully curated cocktails, unique wine list, upbeat and feel good music in the background. This is the kind of spot you could easily spend hours in and not even realize. We started with an eggplant dish that blew us away: crispy, with mint and labneh. For our mains, my fiancé ordered a tarte flambée pizza and I had the chicken kebab, both from the daily specials list. The chicken was succulent and the pizza had just the right balance of ingredients. Enjoy your perch at the bar, take it all in, and let the welcoming staff be your guides. I will be back!One good thing to note: this establishment does not accept AMEX.Parking: The restaurant has validation for the Tufts lot. There is also ample street parking.“
“Amazing food, everything was terrific. True to Greek flavors with their personalized touch.The place is pleasant , white tablecloth and silverware feels upscale without the price tagTerrific service.Authentic music innthe background at just the right volume. You can carry a quiet conversation and still enjoy it.Added to my list for many future returns!“
“Cozy little cafe serving shockingly good Mediterranean food. We are huge kebab + rice fans and boy this didn't disappoint. We are so used to lamb kebabs being too firm but this lamb was perfectly cooked - juicy and tender. The spices used on the meat + veggies in the combo dinner were scrumptious. You get these cute little roasted peppers mixed in with the rice, a delicious salad, and fresh made hummus. Everything was incredible. The combo meal fed us both for dinner and lunch the next day. Great for the price too! I can't wait to come back.“
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“What a great place! We found this while searching for vegan/vegetarian spots in the area. We got dolmas, a falafel pita wrap and a hummus and veggie pita wrap. The fillings were fresh, pita huge and crunchy and delicious, and the most smooth hummus ever. Need to come back here to try the impossible meatballs soon!“
“Outstanding food. Quick friendly service. Our large group was served with a delightful meal. We were able to try most of the appetizers and enjoyed them all. We split several plates of the lamb shank, jerk chicken, and kofta. Amazing spicing.“
“I got the variety shawarma with lamb, kofta, and chicken. The price you pay goes a LONG way in food. Delicious shawarma with side salad, falafel, fries, pita, and hummus. Enough food in one order for 2-3 people to share. Employees are extremely friendly with excellent service. Great clean packaging for easy take out transport. 10/10 delicious middle eastern food. Highly recommend.“
“amazing job this morning to one of the managers there who i believe told me his name is Jose Amazing customer service and the first time experience this man have given me super friendly staff there Hands down the best Food ive tasted their grill cook she knows what she doing :)“
“First time trying this restaurant. It was excellent. Had the chicken kebob plate and it was very good. All the food is freshly made with the best ingredients. The owner is most definitely service oriented and treats his patrons with great service and a nice meal!“
“The menu is quite expansive, so this is a good catering option. I love middle eastern/Mediterranean food, so I’ve tried a lot of different places in Boston. Compared to other places, I wouldn’t say Sultana’s makes the cut for my favorites, but it wasn’t bad.- Spinach feta quiche: The portion size is good, but the flavor was bland. I wasn’t able to finish it.- Cookies: The cookies weren’t overly sweet, which I liked. They were crumbly yet soft.- Fruit yogurt pastry: This was my favorite. I liked that they are bite-sized (though, this is also dangerous because you’ll end up eating a lot). The pastry was flaky, and the yogurt was sweet, which balanced the tartness of the fruits.- Caprice acma: I wasn’t a fan of this. The acma was too doughy. Maybe it would have tasted better warm.Happy to have tried a new place, but I probably wouldn’t come back.“
“Hands down! This is the best middle eastern food you can get. Great hospitality, friendly staff. Price over value is very good. All food items including the salads are great. I tried the whole roasted chicken, and I’m speechless. اكل اسكندرااااانى يا ناااس والاتحاد سيد البلد“
“Juniper is a culinary gem nestled in the heart of the city. With its chic ambiance and inventive menu, it offers a dining experience that's both elegant and approachable. From creative cocktails to beautifully presented dishes made with locally sourced ingredients, every aspect of Juniper reflects a commitment to quality and innovation. Whether you're enjoying a romantic dinner for two or gathering with friends for drinks and small plates, Juniper promises a memorable and satisfying dining experience that leaves a lasting impression.“
“What I really like this place, is that it is all about the food and the college kids. When I went to college, which was a long time ago, it was all about value meals. Lots of food and well priced and this place delivers. Although the name is Crispy Crepes, they also have a really good selection of Mediterranean Plates, like falafel, shawarma and more. My mushroom, ham and cheese was good. Both the ham and mushroom were really fresh and you can tell that they were nice and fresh ingredients. The cheese, may have been the Velveeta kind, but I do believe that it made for a great combination with the ham and mushrooms, because it melted well in your mouth. My wife loved her Chicken Shawarma sandwich, which also had very flavorful and nice combination of ingredients. What she liked the most is how they press the pita sandwich, so that it comes out nice and crunchy. My daughter loved her Nutella/Chocolate Crepe, she said that there was plenty of it inside the crepe and the whipped cream was like icing on the cake. Service was fast, again, this is a college place and I think that this is being run to serve food fast and cater to the college crowd that keeps coming in and out. Parking can be challenging, because this is on Commonwealth Avenue a few blocks away from Kenmore Square. We got lucky, because it was Sunday and during Spring Break weekend and not sure about how the rest of the week would look like, but if you live in the area and you want a quick bite, this place is good. The place may need a bit of updating, but as I said in the beginning, this is about food and college kids. Great value for our meal and definitely one that we will come back, when we are in the area! Cheers!“
“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!!“
“The food there was amazing and the person at the cashier who served us was WONDERFUL! He came back to check on us often, he was VERY friendly, and we had a really nice talk. Would definitely come again, huge thank you to him, and indubitably this restaurant should get more than 5 stars.“
“I love this place! Always fresh ingredients, very pleasant people work here. I am European and I can tell- this is the best authentic Gyros in Boston area!I prefer lamb Gyro, but the chicken one is delicious as well. Their baklava is to die for! The owner and his beautiful, charming wife are so kind and welcoming, so I feel I often just stop by to greet them and grab a small bite. I highly recommend this place! 5 stars ?!“
“A nice spot for date night in Woburn! Came here Saturday 8pm and we were seated right away. The decorations were very cozy, and I really enjoyed the jazzy acoustic music they were playing in the background. We got 6 dishes, but our favorites were the Chuletas De Cordero (grilled lamb chops with mint yogurt and Tximitxurri), Pisto Manchego (ratatouille), and Solomillo De Ternera y Queso Cabrales (beef tenderloin with blue cheese, caramelized onions, toasted crostini). The grilled lamb chops were wonderful but I personally wasn't a fan of the dill sauce so I'd eat it without it. The ratatouille is a must, strong tomato flavor with a wonton style chip. And the beef steak/tenderloin comes with blue cheese and onions on a small flank of bread.“
“Our family keeps an “Ethnic Cuisine Bucket List” that’s going to be harder to complete, now that we’ve found Al Wadi. We drove 25 miles to check it out, and we cannot wait to come back. We had the mezza sampler platter (beautiful and fresh), and Shakeeb, our attentive server, made sure we ordered well, “but not too well!” Magnificent lamb shank, tabouli, and eggplant stew. Actual quote from our 12-year-old: “There’s going to be a ‘next time,’ right dad?”There most certainly will!Did I mention they have parking, too? Five stars, all the way.Vegetarian options: Vegan, too.Kid-friendliness: Our 12 and 15 year old boys were not put upon and loved it. Other families there with small children.“
“My friend and I were craving Mediterranean food, so we decided to try Sufra - and it did not disappoint. Being from the Mediterranean myself, I am usually very critical of Mediterranean food, but this was truly amazing. Everything was so good, and I have to say the highlight of the meal was the baba ganoush and the shawarma. I had not had good shawarma in Boston until I tried Sufra's - it tasted so authentic and just like home! And the baba ganoush was to die for - the flavor was perfect. The staff are friendly, the food came quick, the portions are huge and the food is also decently priced. I had a very positive experience in Sufra - I will definitely be returning soon and I would recommend it to anyone looking for an authentic Mediterranean meal.“
“My favorite new place. I have been to South Boston location and Brookline. The food is wonder and it will be hard to find a place with better prices. Tons of delicious food from their empanadas, yuca fries, sour Sopa, Rice and beans, chicharrones to the churros for dessert! You cannot go wrong here!!“
“Wow. Wow. What a discovery! I ordered delivery and expected something “okay”. I am left speechless. This was arguably the best meal I’ve had in a long time. Quality, quantity, taste - phenomenal...I had the Mediterranean mix which was a great sample of all different tastes. The rice (usually just fill in deliveries) was excellent with that slight bit of saffron coating it. Thank you!“
“Oh my goodness. I'm only halfway done and I feel I MUST rate this place right now! First, be aware of the hours. They are not open all hours of the day.But, wow, the red glazed pork is one of the most wonderfully divine foods I've put in my mouth! So hot, juicy and flavorful. I was offered to taste samples (the host was so very nice) of a few items, I wanted this, tasted this and immediately ordered. Served over a bed of white rice, the juices just soak in and every bite is an intense pleasure. Gosh, I sound hokey and made up. I'm being serious as a heart attack.To top it off, I added optional green beans and those were very delightful, too! Well cooked with a nice snap and awesome buttery flavor, they were the perfect topping to break up the pork nirvana.You can bet I'll be back. The hard part will be trying other dishes instead of just having this over and over.“
“Superiorly delicious, healthy, and reasonably priced is how I would describe the food at My Other Kitchen most concisely. Their Greek salad with chicken souvlaki is addictively good - it goes great with George's pita bread. Their hamburger tastes better than any burger I have had elsewhere, even at much higher prices! I highly recommend this place for takeout, but they also have limited seating inside and bigger tables outside in the warmer months.“
“As there are not nany great Greek restaurants in the area, this place has the best Greek food hands down. Good portions. Fair prices. Place is small with only a handful of tables. But comfortable enough. Lamb Shish Kebabs plate is delicious. Two nice size grilled skewers of lamb with tomatoes, onions and green peppers, served with Greek roasted potatoes, Greek salad and pita. Delicious!“
“Love the huge selection of vegetarian and vegan options, but they also offer a variety of meat dishes for those who prefer that. I started with the falafel wrap and am looking forward to working my way through the veggie options. Falafel is served in a long, relatively thin wrap as opposed to a pita pouch. Makes a great, easy to-go option you could eat while you walk.“
“This place was recommended to me by a close friend to try, so I made a point to drop by today, and I'm extremely glad I made that choice.Oftentimes when I have a wrap, I usually don't think much of it, it doesn't remind me of what I've had in Paris or in Montreal, referring to the Shawarma trucks.When I came inside, I asked the gentleman behind the counter what is a popular recommendation, what meat choice is fresh and so forth.The chicken shawarma was recommended, as a wrap, that wasn't my first choice I was thinking in my head but I wanted to go with what they were suggesting, and I'm glad that I did. They told me that it would be pretty garlicky and if I was okay with that, and optionally there are onions that he would add too, and I said give me everything.I added a side of hummus as well, which came with pita bread, as I usually like to try people's hummus when I can.I sat down, small cafe like environment, with some great looking hand-painted murals of Aleppo and Armenia, which I did learn it was by local artist which made me really excited. Lunch time, weekday, not crowded, got lucky on the parking.I first got my hummus served first, it was a delight, and I specially love the thin pita bread, that was tender and fresh not hard like a old piece of sunbaked cardboard.While sipping my diet coke, I got lost in the painting in front of me which was a village in armenia, completely mesmerizing in terms of energy.Moments later my wrap was served, and I was excited, because it wasn't the big hard pita bread wrap that I often times see here in the east coast, at least in the Greater Boston area, and it was tightly wrapped, what I mean is it was condensed and tight, not loose and airy, as those loose and airy wraps I often times get falls apart in my hands and pretty much it's a poor eating experience.And I'm glad I got the onions, it's pretty much my first rap that I've eaten here in the Greater Boston area that really sung a wonderful song in my heart, from a foodie to a foodie, this isn't your regular chicken shawarma wrap. It actually didn't remind me of what I usually think of chicken from would taste like, which oftentimes carry the traditional American trappings of iceberg lettuce, and common and mundane ingredients.This had ingredients that I am not natively familiar with, I don't know if it's sumac or a mysterious sauce I haven't tried yet but the onions and the other vegetable like ingredients which I should have paid attention to, a very bright contrasting backdrop against the chicken, which was amazing in its own right, although I'm not a chicken guy, the whole collective eating experience was new to me at least here in america. And dare I say, unlike a meat wrap with veggies that oftentimes boring wraps are, this had the feeling of a medicinal quality, and a feeling of the food temperatures like hot and colds, that often times European cultures in folk, as well as Chinese cultures. Exciting ingredient play that works off of each other that were both sublime, with a deceptive front pallet attack. The garlic oil which the gentleman described was, simply a lot of garlic, really is yet another level of wrap of the whole food experience.tldr; an exciting gem of a place in which my wrap experience superseded anything I've had here in New England thus far.Vegetarian options: They had a lot of other vegetable options, not sure about vegan, but I'm sure you're familiar with what those might be such as falafel, and vegetable wraps, I believe there are also salads too, not to diminish the vegetarian world's experience.“
“Ive been coming to Noor for the past two years since I live locally and it quickly became one of my favorite places to eat at - of all time.My go to order is the beef shawarma plate on a bed of fries, a side salad and *extra* garlic sauce. 11 times out of 10 it hits the spot. The food is cooked to perfection and they take pride in how they serve their customers.The crew who work there are all top notch, they take notice of frequent flyers and treat you as a friend when you walk in the door. An absolute must try if you are in the area or love Mediterranean cuisine.“
“I love the Cafe Landwer chain. I’ve been to this location and the back bay one several times and it has never disappointed. The staff is always friendly, place has wonderful and bright decor, and the food is always fresh like the hummus. We got the Landwer’s Shakshuka, the Buttermilk Waffles, and the lentil soup.“
“Food: I came here for the baklawa. They came pre-packaged for $7.99, so unfortunately they weren't fresh, but they still tasted fine reheated. The baklawa was very flaky and not too sweet, which I liked. I think the amount that I got was good for the price. I would grab another box to satisfy a craving.Service: This is a market, so there is no service, but I had no issues with the cashier.Ambiance: There is a small parking lot out front.“
“Very cool, medium-sized restaurant. Walls have beautiful fretwork with views of mountains and beautiful structures. They had parking on the back, but it was completely full, so we had to look for parking on the street. Tables and chairs were made out of wood that gave a unique atmosphere.We ordered a bunch of strartes, and all was very nice, but I remember Gerogian Khachapuri with eggs. It was very unusual and very tasty. After all appetizers such as humus, salads, chicken liver pate, and mushroom julienne, we ordered an assorted meat plate for $199 and shared it for 7 people. Everyone had enough food, and we even took some to go. Meat was prepared perfectly, especially kebabs. We all had a great time and great food. I recommend making reservations.“
“Fairouz has been exceeding expectations regarding catering for large events and various settings. I have worked with Fairouz to cater to personal and work-related events, and the service keeps improving. All of my guests asked where the food was ordered from. I will always work with Fariouz for catering and events. I highly recommend it. The staff and owner are kind and professional. They will adjust the order per your requests and are very flexible. Delivery is always on time, and they even set up the venue! Thank you, Fairouz!“
“Great service and delicious food with lots of variety on the menu. It’s a bit of a hole in the wall but I like the vibe and the music/ambiance is really pleasant. The place is also spotless. We ordered the lobster rolls with sweet potato fries and lentil soup and everything tasted fresh and homemade. Can’t wait to go back and try their other specials.“
“Among the wealth of “bowl” places in HSq, Cava is undoubtedly the fav. Their selection of delicious and convenient Greek inspired bowls have kept this grad student running on many late nights, and their staff are so sweet it’s usually with a smile. Among the staff I especially want to give my appreciation to Mike for the great banter and service :)“
“Been coming here for years and it never disappoints. The schnitzel? Best in the Boston. Sandwiches? Best in Boston. Everything else? Best in Boston. If you want a delicious, nutritious, and tasty lunch breakfast or dinner come here. unlike they say in forest gump, "life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what your gonna get." In landwer cafe you always know that what your gonna get. A delicious meal.“
“Food and atmosphere was really good. We got a couple things off the menu including the Greek donuts. I liked the sauce, and the fries were seasoned really well. The chicken was a bit dry but no issue.Vegetarian options: Cheese and salad options“
“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“
“Visited my Hometown of Waltham last night. How I wish I had this where I live - Boston Kebab! Located at 146 Lexington St, across from Police Station. A great choice for a night out with family/friends and sharing a variety of different Mediterranean dishes to sample! LOVED IT! My favorite part was the bread and dips! Can't wait to go back!“