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    Avra

    4.2 (17 reviews)
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Greek Salad
    Denae P.

    The city can always use an upscale Greek spot and Avra delivers! The layout and decor is very chic and cool which attracts people to stay for a while. Our waiter was very attentive and helpful with picking out the best items on the menu. We ordered the Greek Salad, Classic Spreads, Branzino, Grilled Vegetables and Roasted Lemon Potatoes. I appreciated de-boning the Branzino for us as well - they guarantee 95% of the bones will be removed. Everything was 10/10 - so fresh and delicious! They also provided complimentary hummus to start and sorbet for dessert. It is on the pricier side but the quality of food matches the entire experience. Will be back again!

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    2nd time back. Grilled shrimp and Greek salad made perfectly; feta fresh and good seasoning on salad. Coconut cream cake and coconut sorbet were out of this world. Very pretty decor and excellent service.

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    Karen M.

    Such a beautiful dining room! I was a little put off with all the marble stairs to second floor where the restaurant is located, I walked up in high heels...since I didn't see where the elevator was, my bad...and yes it is a place for the well heeled! Put those Christian Louboutins on and be bougie! So easy to do here...along with over eating! From the octopus, the lovely bread service, to the perfectly cooked lamb and lemon potatoes! We paired it with a pretty sparkling rose, all the wines are Greek on the list. We finished with the chocolate cake that was rich, decadent and big enough for a table of 4...as opposed to 2 girlies...but we managed to do some damage, capped our night with ouzo shots and attempted those crazy stairs down! Def recommend! Service was attentive, thoughtful and not intrusive but always seemed available.

    Lo-an L.

    Boston, we've officially entered our "beach club seafood era" with the arrival of Avra. If you have ever had those iconic Avra chips (paper thin, perfectly crisp, dangerously addictive) you already know why this opening matters. And now we don't have to hop on a flight to get them. What makes Avra so fun is the whole experience: you walk in and are immediately drawn to the stunning bar then sashay your way down to the iced seafood display, where you literally pick your fish like you're at a luxe coastal beach club. Branzino? Lavraki? Tiger Prawn? Yes, yes, and yes. Everything feels fresh, intentional, and just a little indulgent. The menu leans beautifully into pristine sashimi and bright, citrusy ceviches that let the quality of the seafood shine. It's clean, vibrant, and exactly what Boston's dining scene was missing. Between the lush green and posh aesthetic, the energy of the room, and that interactive "choose your catch" moment, Avra isn't just dinner, it's a whole vibe. Safe to say... we'll be back for those chips alone with a creative cocktail.

    Katherine A.

    As soon as you walk into the main restaurant, it's very clear they put a lot of thought into the design. It's beautiful, clean and airy. Service was top tier, including the table side fish deboning. We ordered the avra chips, crab cake, grilled octopus, lamb chops, whole grilled Branzino, grilled king prawns and finished with the avra special dessert. The only sliiight complaint I have is that I wish the avra chips (fried zucchini and eggplant) were a touch more crispy and a little less salted but the cool creamy tzatziki balanced the salt. Definitely one of my favorite restaurants in boston!

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    Delicious food. This place is worth trying. Highly recommend. Try a bunch of things they are all good.

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    Krasi - Halloumi (grilled halloumi, watermelon, basil, dried kalamata, fig balsamic)

    Krasi

    4.6(594 reviews)
    0.2 mi•Back Bay
    •$$

    A very popular, long-established Greek restaurant in Boston. Last time I walked in and was told…read morethere would be a two-hour wait, but this time I made a reservation and finally got to enjoy a delicious meal! Tiropita Rolls: Very straightforwardly delicious. The bread was warm, soft, and airy, with a rich aroma of butter and cheese; the spread was a rich blend of honey butter, and olives, sweet and delicious, perfect as an appetizer. Tzatziki: A slight disappointment. The cucumber and Greek yogurt spread was surprisingly heavy, a bit cloying, and the pickled kumquats weren't as sweet as I expected, but rather had a slightly bitter taste. The pita bread was thick and soft, probably better suited for dipping in soup--like Bourdeto--than for the spread. Bourdeto: The tomato fish soup was a pleasant surprise. The freshly caught grouper of the day was thick and tender, lightly seared to create a crispy crust. The broth was a vibrant, tangy tomato base, with onions, fennels, and red peppers contributing a sweet, layered flavor. Trahanas, fermented wheat and dairy, added richness and a smooth texture to the soup. The broth also had a slight spiciness, making it incredibly comforting on a chilly autumn day. Portokalopita: The dessert that elevated the entire meal. A traditional Greek orange phyllo, the cake, made from crumbs of phyllo pastry, becomes incredibly soft and moist after being soaked in orange syrup. Every bite was bursting with rich orange sweetness and fragrance, followed by a slightly bitter orange zest--perfectly balanced. Paired with Manouri cheese ice cream, the creamy flavor was incredibly rich and creamy, creating a harmonious and layered flavor profile.

    Krasi is a classic, high-end Greek restaurant with an excellent food and drink selection. It was a…read moregreat choice to catch up with friends and celebrate after a difficult med school exam! We chose to sit outside; it was a chilly fall evening when we went last year, but we got some lap blankets which was a nice touch, so brownie points for service. My friend and I split the pastitsio (meat pasta dish), kotopoulo (a chicken dish), louza charcuterie, and tiropita (halloumi rolls). The rolls were stuffed with halloumi and were dense in the best way possible. Coupled with the louza charcuterie, the appetizers were a hit. The two entrees were small but mighty - they were packed with rich meats but also featured microgreens, herbs, and other tangy, bold flavors that really balanced the dishes. We got some glasses of Greek orange wine that I can't remember the name of but it paired excellently with the food per our waitress's recommendation. Overall, a solid Greek option if you're in Back Bay! But definitely make a reservation if you can.

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    Saloniki Greek - Dubai Chocolate Frozen Yogurt

    Saloniki Greek

    4.0(56 reviews)
    0.2 mi•Back Bay
    •$$

    Service is very kind and they are efficient! Limited seating but people don't stay for too long so…read morethat's good! Food is very good. Falafel pita was great, packed with flavor. Recommend getting the spicy sauce on the side, adds a whole new level to the food! Fries are super crispy and delicious. Lemonade is soooo good, perfectly sour & sweet, loved itttttt

    7/5/26: After seeing Saloniki's frozen yogurt all over Instagram, I finally decided to give it a…read moretry. We ordered two flavors: Olive Oil & Sea Salt and Caramel & Pistachio, both priced at $7. I'll admit, it's a fun concept and a nice addition to the menu. The Olive Oil & Sea Salt was refreshing and had a subtle savory touch that made it different from your typical frozen yogurt. The Caramel & Pistachio was my favorite of the two, with the crunchy pistachios adding a nice texture and the caramel giving it just enough sweetness. That said, I had a hard time justifying the price. While the frozen yogurt tasted good, the serving size was fairly small, and I never really felt like I was getting $7 worth of dessert. It felt more like an Instagram-worthy upsell than something I'd go out of my way to order again. I'm glad I tried it because I was curious after seeing so many posts online, and now I can officially check it off my list. If you're already at Saloniki and want to try something a little different, I'd say it's worth ordering once just for the experience. Overall, I'd give it 3/5 stars. It's refreshing, unique, and a fun twist on frozen yogurt, but I don't think the value matches the price. I probably wouldn't come back specifically for the frozen yogurt again.

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    Saloniki Greek - Cinnamon honey donuts

    Saloniki Greek

    4.1(559 reviews)
    0.6 mi•Fenway
    •$$

    I LOVE THE GREEK DONUTS AT SALONIKI GREEK! Omg! I'm…read moreabsolutely obsessed w/ their donuts, specifically the cinnamon + honey one. Saloniki Greek is a local chain in the Boston Area that was founded in 2016, w/ this being their first location! Now they have expanded w/ 5 locations total-- Fenway, Newbury St/Back Bay, Downtown, Cambridge (MIT), & Cambridge (Harvard Sq). The first time I had it was at their Newbury St location, & it was my first time the other day trying it from here... safe to say they definitely NAILED IT! I actually think this time around, Fenway made the donuts better hahaha. It was pretty chill the day we visited so ordering was a breeze & took ~5ish minutes for our donuts to be ready. They come piping hot & are the perfect dessert for after ANY meal. I've had their gyros before but always find myself coming back for their Greek donuts, highly recommend! ***Also, if you have a Student ID, you can get a free order of Greek fries if you order either a salad, sandwich, or plate. ***

    Since they moved to Boylston street, we decided to try them out again…read more I got the chicken souvlaki plate - which came with a single skewer, rice and salad and tzatziki. I also got the Yayas soup which was very salty and sour and tangy - I could barely eat a few spoonfuls. The spicy lamb meatballs were really good and tasted great with the tzatziki. Hubs had the chicken gyro which was ok. I got this for pickup and it was ready in 10-15 minutes when I got there. We are outside the restaurant at the tables outside. Overall okay experience.

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    CAVA

    4.0(203 reviews)
    0.5 mi•Back Bay
    •$$

    Good food service amazing Clean area no a lot parking but…read moregreat food line moves fast

    I was in the city with my friend to take our bikes for a ride. Around noon we started getting…read morehungry and I was craving cava. It is located in a busy area, which made for a livelier experience. When we arrived, we eyed some outdoor seats, so we rushed inside to order food hoping they'd still be available. I was going to order one of their pre made bowls but I couldn't resist the freedom of building my own. I went with a super green and brown rice base, harissa chicken as my protein, roasted eggplant, harissa, and crazy feta for the sides, with all the toppings, and a garlic sauce. I got a side of harissa pita chips with a green dipping sauce. It is by far one of the best lunches I have had in my life! There's just so many flavors in one bowl, and everything was very fresh. The harissa chicken is very tender and flavorful. I heard that harissa chips are going away....I am willing to sign any campaign to have them stay on the menu permanently. We did end up getting the seats outside but they really do need more chairs. I'm not sure if they get relocated to other places over time, but I think there were 8 tables (2-4 people) and 4 chairs. The prices are good for the quality of food you're getting. Their drinks are unique and good as well. We mixed a couple lemonades together, which enhanced the flavors.

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    ilona - Oysters (Dollar per oyster on Thursdays all day and Fri/Sat 4-7pm)

    ilona

    4.2(318 reviews)
    0.7 mi•South End
    •$$$

    First the food: my very favorite cuisine Mediterranean and they do it so well. The crispy…read moreeggplant is like nothing else: perfectly fried with a honey feta sauce. The dips and bread so good and the watermelon salad divine. Our server was so nice and perfect and the manager was friendly and accommodating. It's a beautiful restaurant with outside seating: fresh, airy, and inviting. I want to come here every week.

    My partner and I were in the area and she heard about the $1/oyster deal, and so we obviously had…read moreto make a reservation. We were seated promptly and the vibes were really great since it was commencement weekend in Boston with several large parties celebrating the occasion. The passion martini was a great way to start the early evening dinner, followed by a dozen of their freshly-shucked oysters. We ordered a few other items: - Crispy Eggplant: definitely the highlight of the meal for us; the tempura-style fried eggplant slices with the creamy, tangy yogurt laced with something sweet (honey?), and then topped with cheese - Fattoush Salad: nice and bright, nothing too spectacular about this, but definitely a nice hit of freshness there - Beef Shish Kebab: the meat was well seasoned, although I would say the portion seemed small for the price. - Manakish: flavorful and hot, and was a great way to soak up any of the remaining sauce and dressing from the other dishes Overall, would definitely come back for the oysters and the eggplant as a light meal with drinks before a larger meal someplace else later in the evening.

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    Cafe Landwer - Shakshuka sauce 32oz with feta and eggs.

    Cafe Landwer

    3.8(289 reviews)
    0.5 mi•Back Bay
    •$$

    The service was exceptional!!!! The food was so so so good. The place was so aesthetic…read more I dropped part of my falafel sandwich on the floor by accident and the server brought me extra falafel. So so so kind!!! Highly recommend.

    For nearly $55 for two people I expected better than bad service, pitiful portion sizes, no drinks…read moreand no sides. I am disappointed, from the very start to the end my experience was quite bad. The kitchen did not allow a bread substitution for the sandwich we ordered, they did not do waffles at this location either, and when we got our food the portion sizes were very small. The salmon was very overpriced for how much they offered; $27 for a piece of salmon only a few inches across was insulting, but apparently that is just how it is served there (picture below, you can see the pieces of broccoli are almost as big as the fish!) The other dish we got was the chicken sandwich, which is cut into two halves. The first half was normal but there was basically no chicken on the second half of the sandwich, it was essentially all bread. We brought it up to a manager and they got us a new piece of chicken, which fit entirely alongside the old piece of chicken on the bun because it was so small. On top of that we had to wait around nearly half an hour after finishing and had to flag down a waiter to get our check and go. The service overall was very slow. I will never come back to this restaurant.

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    Cafe Landwer - Shakshuka sauce 32oz

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