Billy&#x27;s Sub Shop

I got the garlic butter chicken and it was delicious! The sauce was really good and the chicken was…read morereally well cooked. The service was excellent. I got my food fast and Jennifer gave us our food and was super kind. She asked us how our food was and asked if we needed anything.

Love the easy ordering option, very chill inside and staff is great especially the Manager…read moreJennifer! Got a spicy garlic chicken bowl with wheat noodz and garlic butter shrimp and tried the new pumpkin honey bar and the cheesecake. Was all so good! Was also able to easily take a work meeting in the quiet space

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Sprout Mediterranean Inspired Salads

4.5(28 reviews)

0.9 mi

This weeks caterer is Sprouts, the food arrived on time and nicely packaged. I got the Bangkok…read moresalad and everything was fresh. Beware of the spicy sauce because it was a slow burn. Just when I thought it was not spicy, I found myself drinking water nonstop at the end. Was looking forward to the crispy noodles but they used potato sticks as replacement. I came here to rave about the baklava! The walnut baklava had the perfect chew and crisp so I know Sprouts didn't give us the leftovers! Def made fresh! Did I mention they give you a lot of food?

Always the best salad bowls on campus! Price is relatively decent for the amount of food you get…read more This was the "build your own bowl". Ingredients are always fresh and ordering is usually relatively quick. Portion sizes can sometimes be pretty dependent on who's making your bowl.

Cater with us....

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sweetgreen - Healthy Salads, Wraps, and Bowls

4.0(116 reviews)

1.5 mi•Fenway

I was visiting the area and my sister couldn't say enough nice things about this restaurant. Went…read morewith family and loved every bite! Service was fantastic!

Our food was so fresh and delicious! I enjoy places like Sweetgreen ( ie Cava, honeygrow etc)…read morebecause your meal is made fresh to order in a cafeteria style bar. It's easy to see all your choices and it allows for easy substitutions or adding extra. Despite it being a Friday night with a concert nearby it wasn't too busy, and we were greeted promptly-the food prep workers waited patiently for us to make our choices. The dining area is neat and clean. Salads come with a slice of fresh bread which was also very good!

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Hummus Crunch

CAVA

4.4(237 reviews)

1.5 mi•Fenway

Great customer service, great food, good portions!…read more Chana was so nice when I picked up order!

The food is absolutely amazing here.... Love it!! Will visit again and again. Great veggie options…read moretoo for the non meat eaters

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Saloniki Greek

4.1(557 reviews)

1.5 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. ***

Nice fast casual Greek restaurant. You order at the counter and take a seat while it's prepared…read more Food was tasty, loved the lamb meatballs and watermelon salad

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Kenzoku Mazesoba

4.6(139 reviews)

1.8 mi

Wheelchair accessible

Catering service

Everything about this restaurant is amazing. I have come back time and time again for both the…read moredelicious food (with options in different price ranges, all of which are delicious and big) and the wonderful, warm service. The staff is so kind and friendly and the space is beautiful! The food also always comes fast and the quality is consistently top-notch. The Soboro Don rice bowl is the best I've ever had, and I've been to Japan and have tried plenty!! I love this place and am sad to be leaving the area.

An amazing option for mazesoba - think Japanese ramen and replace the broth with a slurpable sauce…read more Kenzoku has dominated the mazesoba scene in Boston for years and rightfully so - it is really delicious. Quick service, casual, and affordably priced! Shoyu and mentaiko were both excellent and well-balanced - you've got the sweet, the salty, the sour, and not to mention a variety of textures from the fresh, crisp vegetables to the silky noodles. Adding some of their chili powder and vinegar elevated the dishes even more. Would love to go back one day to try yuzu shio or tan tan mazesoba.

Cheese Curry Mazesoba

Shoyu Mazesoba

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Entrance with origami

GRECO

4.4(678 reviews)

0.6 mi•Back Bay

Come here for authentic Greek in a casual restaurant chain. I personally prefer Greco over the…read moreless-authentic/lower-quality fare at Saloniki. Greco offers pitas that you can customize with marinated and juicy chicken, pork, lamb or beef with toppings of your choice. They also have hearty plates of Greek salad, tzatziki and pita bread. You should also try their desserts-loukoumades which are sweet Greek donuts topped with honey, cinnamon chocolate and nuts. Their meats and salad ingredients are fresh and I've never ordered a plate I didn't enjoy. There is limited seating inside and outside so keep that in mind. If you're confused about what to order or want recommendations their staff are really helpful-all you have to do is ask.

I was in Boston for a little bit and stopped here to grab a quick lunch. It's a very beautiful and…read morefast restaurant, but I couldn't get past how messy it was inside. It wasn't busy so I wouldnt think there wouldn't be napkins on the floor and the table a bit sticky. I got the pork Gyro and it had good flavor, but a lot of onions as well. The fries inside were easily my favorite part and were cooked well. The orange Blossom lemonade was very refreshing and floral, but I don't think that I would get it again. The baklava was a perfect texture and just the right serving. I'd go back if I were in the area again

Greek Chicken Plate

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Life Alive Organic Cafe Brookline

3.9(210 reviews)

2.3 mi•Allston/Brighton

I tried their peanut butter smoothie and their mushroom shawarma bowl ($26 in total but $5 off if…read moreyou join their rewards program). Although the menu is pricey, everything tasted great, and the smoothie was particularly rich, smooth, and a refreshing treat. I appreciated that the menu is very detailed and labeled with many common allergens and the amount of protein (many options with over 25g of protein!). With such a large menu, it can be a bit overwhelming reviewing for the first time. This location was very spacious with tons of comfortable seating inside which makes for a great place to get work done or hang out. The staff were very friendly and the food was ready in a reasonable amount of time.

I will admit that I've only tried the smoothies here, but if there are any indication of the rest…read moreof the menu, you will absolutely love this place. I got the strawberry banana smoothie with added coconut and it was beyond delicious. It allowed me to get through my afternoon and feel refreshed. We also look for gluten-free options when we are traveling because of celiac and felt very comfortable ordering from here. Looking at the menu I saw a ton of GF options as well.

Green. Energy Bowl

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sweetgreen - Healthy Salads, Wraps, and Bowls

3.9(600 reviews)

0.5 mi•Back Bay

The Harvard Square branch of this healthy meal chain was quite crowded…read more Classic Chicken Caesar Wrap: This was my first time seeing a Caesar salad combined with a tortilla , and it was really good! The tortilla was reheated on the griddle, which perfectly softens the coldness of the Caesar salad. The chicken breast wasn't dry, and the vegetables were very fresh.

Sweetgreen on Boylston is the a healthy lunch spot that became a regular part of my rotation. The…read moreconcept is straightforward, salads, wraps, and bowls built around fresh ingredients with a strong focus on healthy options, and it executes that consistently enough that it holds up as a reliable go to rather than just an occasional visit. The menu covers enough ground that finding something worth coming back to is not difficult. The Kale Caesar is the standout order for me and delivers every time, well balanced and filling without feeling heavy afterward. The portions are genuinely generous across the board, and the option to build my own bowl gives me enough flexibility to work with whatever I am in the mood for. The ingredients feel fresh in a way that separates this place from most fast casual options at a similar price point, and the vegan and vegetarian options are substantial enough that they do not feel like afterthoughts tacked onto the menu. The staff at this location are consistently warm and friendly, which makes the whole experience noticeably more pleasant than your average quick service lunch spot. The line moves at a good pace even when it gets busy, which it does during the lunch rush, so arriving slightly outside of peak hours saves me some wait time if I am in a hurry. Seating inside runs on the tighter side and fills up quickly during midday, so coming prepared to eat outside or take it back to the office is worth considering on a busy weekday. Overall it is a dependable, quality option for a fast and genuinely satisfying lunch in the area.

Caesar Salad Wrap

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sweetgreen - Healthy Salads, Wraps, and Bowls

3.5(23 reviews)

2.0 mi

Came here to redeem by birthday reward of the "Crispy rice treat", and the manager was so nice! The…read moretreat was also so yummy as well, I was craving something sweet after a super salty lunch. This SG is so nice, there's so much natural light, seating, and it's in a wonderful area. I would come back to get a meal here :)

Ah always love their salads. I love the green goddess salad, it's so filling yet doesn't make you…read moresleepy, as most other lunches do, which you do not want at work! To usually put in a mobile order and it's ready within 10-15 minutes! The ambiance inside is very loud at lunch time, so I love to sit outside when weather permits!

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Crispy Rice Treat

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Michelle D.

Elite 7

21 years ago

When I get tired of paying high prices for lunch in the Back Bay I head over to Billy's Sub Shop on Berkeley St. in the South End. They have giant salads for cheap bucks and they are not shy about throwing on the feta and extra olives on their Greek salads. $4.50 for their version of a small salada and you're all set. And of course they automatically serve it with pita bread, because like they say, it isn't a Greek salad without pita. There are always a few hot entrees to choose from as well as your typical diner/sub shop fare. Almost always there is a Greek dish to choose from. You'll see: everyone from construction workers to kids hanging out after school. read more

Lackadaisical N.

16 years ago

haven't tried breakfast there yet, but the lunch is amazing. cash only, otherwise i'd be there more; but can't believe i hadn't tried it before last month working in the vicinity for 3+ yrs. the gyro was 6 bucks or so, delicious, filling and left me craving more. diverse mix of ppl eating here too - usps workers, construction folk, locals, suits, student-types. looks like a family operation, always happy to support local owner-operated places. read more

Christos T.

12 years ago

A greek family run restaurant. Excellent food, great portions and fair prices! Recommend 100%. I eat here everyday for lunch. read more

Lisa G.

130

7 years ago

I get that this place is extremely busy but it should be a the sacrifice of good customer service.

Hana V.

Elite 15

113

212

201

14 years ago

Delicious enormous sandwiches that are both cheap and filling. This is how lunch should be!

Janelle C.

17 years ago

This Place is Amazing....Doesnt even compare to the chains!

Dan F.

10 years ago

Fast service ,good food ,price is right

Sean S.

13 years ago

Great steak and cheese sub

Bozi T.

14 years ago

Tasty breakfast here

Gaia G.

259

13 years ago

Delicious and cheap!

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