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    Halva Mediterranean Grill

    4.4 (69 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Phoebe H.

    Quick service and great food! I would definitely come back to this spot. It was open later too which was really convient as we arrived around 9pm.

    Triple mix platter
    Joy G.

    A beloved neighborhood institution and some of the best Turkish food in Boston. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's one of those restaurants that's smaller than it looks from the outside, so if you're coming on a weekend evening, come early or be prepared to wait.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We managed to snag one of the last two-tops. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Even though it got full, I never had to yell or strain to hear my friend, a blessing for my ears.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We tried: 1. The 3-mezze sampler, with the baba ganoush, cretan mash (a blend of broad beans, garlic, olive oil, lemon, all the good stuff), and the yogurt dip. My favorites were the smoked eggplant and cretan mash. The yogurt dip paired perfectly with the meat platter we ordered. Pita bread on the side was also delicious and fluffy. Definitely brought me back to Istanbul. 2. Falafel plate, with hummus and tahini sauce. The falafel was fried expertly, not drenched in oil. It's 3 pieces to an order for almost $10 - the only thing we ordered that I thought was a tad steep for the price. 3. Triple mix grill, with lamb, chicken, and adana (ground beef and lamb) shish kabobs. We wanted to sample all of the different meats; my favorite was the chicken - perfectly tender, so well seasoned, incredible. The platter came with two grilled peppers, two grilled tomatoes, a pile of pita pieces soaked in the sauces, and a bowl of rice. I'd say it's perfect for one person for their entree or for two people if you also order some mezzes/salad. Also got the cold milky baklava as a dessert - I only wish I was less full to enjoy it. Chocolate pistachio baklava topped with a milky syrup, need I say more? Service was super friendly. Another table was waiting for ours as we were finishing up and the hostess moved us over to the bar area and gave us some complimentary Turkish tea. Free, abundant parking in the back, so you don't need to scrounge for street parking. I'll be back!

    Sarthak S.

    I am a fan of this restaurant. I have been there a few times and every time the experience has been great. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience and the service are good.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I am big fan of their halva and coffee. They give you complimentary bread, salad, and other fun dipping sauces. I loved their kebabs. The meat was all perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. I was a fan of the liver kebabs and would go back just for them. All in all, don't sleep on this restaurant. Give them a visit.

    Sarah C.

    great portions, and great food. we ordered pickup and the food was ready before the estimated time.

    Bea T.

    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 . [[HIGHLIGHT]]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.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had the best baba ghanoush, the lamb, Adana, and chicken kebab..,it was delicious!!!!!! The salad was delicious too! And the pistachio dessert was divine with goat ice cream! The main thing is it was fresh! There 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 be[[HIGHLIGHT]]cause 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[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] to me at the bar. But I g[[HIGHLIGHT]]et it. It's busy! I would like to come in when it's a little quieter maybe around five I have a more calming [[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]dining experience!

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