This place is great! In an area that's seemingly a little inconvenient to get to (close to a main intersection), but it's a great option since I work nearby. When you first walk in, it's a bit quiet and you have to wait for someone to come from the back to greet you, but be patient because once you're seated, service is attentive and available whenever you need it. There are lots of rustic-looking tables, which give it a sort of homey feel, and some tables can fit 12+, so they can definitely accommodate large groups. My colleagues always get something different, but I get the same thing every time: the grilled boneless pork shoulder and it is so good. The pork shoulder is a bit fatty and comes out juicy and flavorful from the grill - droolworthy. It comes with sauerkraut, but it's not your typical sauerkraut; it's more like a mild slaw with just enough acid to cut through the fatty pork. Also comes with your choice of side and sauce. The garlic toom is the only option in my opinion (of course, they have others), but get ready to have kickin' breath for the rest of the day. Others have gotten the lamb tongue, lentil soup, falafel, beef shawarma, borscht, pelmeni, eggplant rolls, and they have all been hits. Don't think I would ever come out of my way to this restaurant if I didn't know about it, but it's totally worth the trip! read more

Walked in for a late lunch, was sat immediately, and we all ordered the lunch combo. Lots of options to choose from! I got the chicken, hummus, potatoes, and pita with yogurt sauce and it was pretty solid. Good flavors and very filling. The sauerkraut - which I usually do not like - was actually really yummy and not bitter. read more

Jana Grill & Bakery - Lebanese Near Me - Watertown, Massachusetts

Khachapuri (8.5/10): First time having khachapuri, so take this rating with a grain of salt. Without having other points of comparison, I can say this was delicious! It smells SO. GOOD. I have been running by Watertown Square for years smelling this aroma, but finally had the chance to taste the source. The cheese bread is yummy, but the egg really brings it together. Chicken Shawarma Wrap (8/10): Very solid shawarma wrap. Chicken was delicious, and ingredients were very creamy. An amazing post-run meal. Prices are fair. I'll definitely be back to try other things! read more

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The lentil soup was amazingly flavorful and the meat was cooked and seasoned perfectly. The portion sizes were small for the price, though. Greeters and servers were fast and friendly. And the indoor dining had a relaxed and welcoming appeal. read more

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FOOD RATING: 10/10 -- A Must-Try Feast! Feast alert! Jana Grill in Watertown, Massachusetts delivers a next-level culinary experience that blends the best of Georgian and Armenian cuisine into something truly unforgettable. What to Expect: The lamb is melt-in-your-mouth perfection -- juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor. Don't miss their signature soup dumplings filled with lamb and beef -- only available in-house, and absolutely worth the trip. Must-Try Appetizers: The eggplant rolls with walnuts are not just beautiful, they're flavor-packed with a creamy, nutty punch. Showstopper Dish: The khachapuri -- a warm, gooey Georgian three-cheese bread -- steals the spotlight. One bite and you'll understand why this dish alone is worth the visit! Sweet Finale: End your meal with their meringue dessert, the perfect sweet note after such a rich, comforting spread. If you're looking for a new type of food and cultural dining experience, Jana Grill is a hidden gem you absolutely have to try. read more

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Phenomenal place. We've never had Armenian food and were in the area so we decided to stop in for lunch. The menu was confusing to me but only because I'm American and therefore I know nothing about any other nations' cultures or foods. Luckily after the native names of each menu item they had plain English explanations of what they were ... for, you know, us Americans. We ended up eating the flatbreads (tried to have a light lunch). Wonderful and very different from what we're used to (you know, like McDonald's and Subway). And my wife had the lentil soup which she said was fantastic. Slightly different flavoring than her own. The waitstaff was very attentive. Prices are right. Ambiance was really nice -- not loud at all. Doubtful we'll be in the area again but I highly recommend Jana as a good lunch or dinner spot, especially if you're in the mood for something different. read more

Jana Grill & Bakery - Out two flatbreads. Very different from each other and from other things we've eaten. - Lebanese Near Me - Watertown, Massachusetts

Food quality and taste was great! We were also a walk in and they were able to accommodate us (a party of three). Sadly they were out of a couple of menu options, things we were planning on ordering, so that did slightly disappoint us, but it seemed like we were lucky to even get a table. Admittedly the service was not the best. We were ready to pay and go for quite a while and the server never came over, he had to be flagged down. We also ordered a coffee that took a while to come. We then learned it was because traditionally it comes at the end of the meal, however our meal was finished for a while and we were ready to leave before the coffee even arrived. I would still love to try this place again because the taste and quality of the food was great! I just think we had an off experience. Make a reservation! read more

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Fairly impressive eatery with a mix of small eats and larger plates. The lamb and beef kofta kebab was quite decent, nicely flavored and tender meat, if a too much side red onion. The eggplant salad was really delicious, moist, complex, and variegated in texture(s). The shared Georgian cheese flatbread with cheese seemed most similar to a pizza, but maybe a bit too heavy and salty. The bread texture was interesting though and more pleasant than a regular pizza dough. The mushroom julienne was small, almost like a teaspoon or tablespoon, and maybe a bit too rich and too small a portion (though the menu did warn that it was a small portion). The eggplant rolls were really neat. The borscht soup was quite rich and yummy. Overall a nice experience and looking forward to trying more from this diverse menu. read more

The food was very good and I will be back! 1) Lahmajun - 4 stars 2) Kofta Lamb Kebab - 5 stars 3) Hummus was very good Service was good, 4 stars and Ambiance was nice but the tables looked like they came from a restaurant in Northern New England, not the center of Watertown read more

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Really enjoyed the food here. I was with an Armenian family and they did all the ordering which was fine by me. It's a bit noisy so it can be hard to hear and we had to share a table with another group. It was fine and we had a great time. They have a small parking lot in the back or you can Uber. Either way definitely go check it out. Food is fantastic and authentic! Enjoy! read more

The food was outstanding! Service excellent and ambiance was decent. They have a small parking lot behind the building. My only wish was that I lived closer to try more of their food. I highly recommend this place. read more

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Absolutely amazing Georgian cuisine and gem. Loved the ajarian khachapuri which is essentially a bread as vessel for cheese & eggs which you then mix all together. The large portion (shareable) is very filling for 2 people. The charcoal grilled half rack of lamb came with 4 chops, reasonably portion sized with thin flatbread/pita and fresh toppings of red onions, pickles, etc. We also had a side of potatoes with creamy mushrooms and finished off with extra strong coffee. We arrived around 8:30pm on a Friday night and the restaurant was bustling! Had to wait 30 minutes for a seat and stayed all the way to closing. It was very cozy atmosphere, live DJ, and friendly service. read more

Jana Grill & Bakery - Charcoal grilled half rack of lamb chops - Lebanese Near Me - Watertown, Massachusetts

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Items ordered: Eggplant rolls, falafel, roasted potatoes, toum, garlic yogurt, Armenian coffee Value: Prices are reasonable and it's worth it for the delicious food! The Review: I wish I had more photos of everything but I was too busy absolutely devouring this food. Everything was fresh and you can tell it's made with care. With all of the small plates, Jana is a great place for sharing. The interior looks like a chalet of some sort, with all solid wood everywhere. Paired with the awesome food, it's a great experience. Will definitely be returning to try the roasted vegetable, hummus, and everything else. read more

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We had just gotten back from Armenia and could not stop talking about the Armenian food. Our friends were intrigued and we really wanted to treat them to an Eastern Armenian food experience. This place fits the bill. It really took me back to our trip. The best part was that they had the pear "lemonade" which my son got addicted to while in Armenia. Out of all the dishes we had, I think I liked the beef khorovats (basically a kebab) the best. This place is way better than the kebab place down the street - just sayin' :) read more

Met a few friends to catch up over lunch. Service was friendly and efficient. Love the cozy and well decorated space. We shared a few dishes - eggplant salad, a wrap and Armenian flatbread. It was all delicious. Free parking lot in the back. read more

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Tasty grilled meats and seasoned appetizers to share with a group. Service was also great. read more

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Delicious Armenian restaurant right in Watertown. The kebabs were juicy and served with onions. The Tolma was full of flavor. The ambience was warm and the service was excellent. read more

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The food is amazing , the service is amazing, highly recommend. The owner was very friendly and welcoming.

I no longer recommend this restaurant for dine in, the service is pretty bad or non-existent. If you've been to Georgia or Armenia it's like that there. You will not have your drink refilled unless you go up and ask someone to do it. Experience has been consistent across the 4-5 times I've been (same server every time). read more

The food was absolutely amazing! The ambience is cozy and makes you feel right at home. Service was great too, but honestly, the food stole the show. We ordered the Georgian Eggplant Roll, the individual Georgian Khachapuri (which is actually huge!), and the Assorted Losh-Kebab for two. Everything was incredibly flavorful and delicious. I'm honestly surprised to see some complaints about the plate for two -- we thought it was more than generous! read more

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Went with a group of 10 people, from the menu some chose single servings and other chose serving for 2. The portions are very very little. The servig for 2 is little for $65. The waiting time for the food is too long and the ground chicken kofta is soo bad. I am sharing serving for 2. I would not recommend it, other restaurants like boston kebab has better menu and way bigger portions for the same price! read more

Jana Grill & Bakery - Lebanese Near Me - Watertown, Massachusetts

Amazing food! My family is Armenian and we travel from Connecticut for Jana! We really enjoyed the kofta losh kebab with garlic yogurt sauce and ajarian khachqpuri! We didn't have a reservation, and ended up sitting at a shared table. We're pretty social, so we enjoyed talking to the other people at our table about what they ordered. They had gotten the okroska and seemed to really enjoy it. read more

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Jana Grill & Bakery is a perfectly decent option for Armenian and other pan-Caucasian cuisine in the greater Boston area. I had the opportunity to sample a number of items on the menu, and was not disappointed by anything. Jana Grill & Bakery claims to serve "the flavor of Armenia and the surrounding countries." This, however, does not include Turkey or Azerbaijan, which could raise geopolitical qualms for guests. While some may appreciate a dash of geopolitical or ethnic conflict with their meal, it is understandable that others may not. And so we continue. I had the pleasure of sampling the Traditional Armenian Kebab, megruli khachapuri, and vegetable satsivi. The Traditional Armenian Kebab was a long and slender cylinder of ground flesh, seasoned with spices that I know but shall not name, served on a paper-thin lavash with onion and some pickled vegetables. The megruli khachapuri, a dish well known to me but nearly impossible to locate in the Boston area, was decent and unique: its dough was more buttery than most khachapuri I have eaten, both within and without Georgia, and the cheese was difficult to place. It was tasty and slightly unexpected, but not in an exceptional way. The vegetables were fairly standard grilled vegetables but they were served with a voluptuous bazhe sauce of walnuts. The sauce, it could be said, was the star of the show. As for the miscellanea: the prices are fine, not so-called "fine" dining, but not on the low end either. The value is not exceptional. Also, the wine menu has a number of interesting specimens, yet only the house wine is available by the glass. As for the service, it is fine. The space, however, is beautiful: well-decorated walls and unique tables make for a lively ambience. I would return to Jana Grill & Bakery once in a while. read more

Jana Grill & Bakery - The "ambience" - Lebanese Near Me - Watertown, Massachusetts

Delicious delicious food. I've never tried Armenian cuisine before but this was by far one of the best experiences! No notes. Presentation and flavors were out of this world. read more

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We were pleased that the restaurant replied to our complaint about the missing piece of our entree by refunding the full price of it. We appreciate it and will definitely visit again. read more

Jana Grill & Bakery - Khachapuri - Lebanese Near Me - Watertown, Massachusetts

Really cute Armenian restaurant in Watertown. We loved the hummus, lehmejun and the kabobs. The Armenian tea was also incredible. We'd definitely come back if we are in the area. read more

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Amazing restaurant with great entertainment & food. The service was wonderful and I look forward to coming back. Great night.

Quite delicious: beef borscht, pork shoulder, chicken, eggplant rolls, meat dumplings Not to our taste: ground lamb kebabs, veggie grape leaves, baklava, flatbreads Nice people, but expect a long wait on busy nights even if you are just picking up. read more

It was a decent place. I went there for lunch and it was quaint. My friend loved their chicken shwarma and he loved it. I had the lunch platter and it was a lot of food tasted decent. I would go back if a friend wanted to eat there again!! read more

I don't think I'll be back. I called to order dinner to pick up for myself. I figured I would try the mixed meat platter so I could sample a variety. The menu I looked at said it was $18... but that might have been old. But I was fine to pay a bit more even so. I called to order and told the girl I wanted that item. She asked me if I wanted rice or potatoes as the side. I said rice. She said come in 20 minutes. Ok great. I was excited to try it. I arrived and she gave me the bill. $63 for a plate for 2 people. I said "this isn't mine" but she said it was. I said I only ordered for 1 person. She said I said "for two" on the phone. Seems odd since I'm the only person eating. I think she messed it up and didn't want to admit it. I didn't know what to do since they made the food already. I should have left based solely on the fact that if staff doesn't admit to being wrong in this simple case, I can't imagine how they handle different situations. I agreed to pay and she said "it's ok. It's not that much food anyway" ... oh great. I'm paying $63 for not that much food for two people. Needless to say I left annoyed. I won't ever return. It's too bad. It looked nice inside but I don't trust their practices. read more

It was great ;) The food was amazing the waiter was knowledgeable and very excited about his food. Great experience read more

The food was salty. The service was average and what made the experience so unpleasant were the chairs. The chairs look so cute, however they are so uncomfortable because their backs go straight up. I couldn't relax while eating. read more

Incredible food and everything is super well-priced. We had baba ghanouj, falafel, pork shoulder chicken in yogurt sauce and tongue. Everything was nuanced and fresh in flavor, and came out hot. Wine list has a lot of fun and affordable (most things under $50) bottles from Armenia and Georgia as well - a total treat and one of the best values we've had in the Boston area. Our bill was just a shade over $200 for wine and plenty of food for four -- that's very hard to beat these days, and with friendly service as well, we'll be back soon! read more

Shared the lamb kabobs and a side of baba ganoush for lunch. Came with delicious pickled veg and plenty of pita. Baba ganoush was so smokey and tasty. They remodeled last year and the place is clean and cozy. Plenty of indulgent veggie/vegan/kosher options for my friends and family who want them, so I feel like I could invite just about anyone for a nice lunch or a big get-together. Will definitely go again. read more

Spectacular! Food was delicious and very friendly service. Loved the selection of Armenian wine. Cozy place in the heart of Watertown. read more

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The best food and service! Loved their kogta kebab and their eggplant appetizer. Also very good desert and aromatic armenian tea!

Terrible. Meats were undercooked. Portions were small and overpriced. Two people in our party got sick.

Words cannot describe how amazing this restaurant is, the food the staff everything. We went to celebrate an 80th birthday and we had a party of 17 and we're there for a couple of hours and they were so accommodating and wonderful. The food is incredible, the owner is also the chef and we ordered a wide variety of food and eat item was amazing. The coffee with dessert was wonderful. I recommend Jana grill to anyone just for a lunch or a party like we did. We ordered bigger platters of things to share so we could taste everything. If you're in Boston definitely make this grill a must stop. read more

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Love this place. Best meat better !!! Try their ravioli !!! Armenian food markets real as could be !! Try and you will appreciate!!! read more

We have had take outs from here many times back in 2020 and decided to get some food again as we were in the area. We used to love their hummus, but last night the hummus was just not the same. It did not have the flavor or texture that we love. Their falafel used to be crunchy on the outside and light on the inside, but yesterday it was way too dense. A little on the dry side as well. The flavor was good though. Tried their Eggplant Caviar and although the flavor was on point, there was no texture, everything was just puréed and we were not the biggest fan of that. We will stick to Banaganush next time, it was sooo good. I wish they would bring back the mezze platter, it was such a fun way to taste all their dips. Their Jana Rice Pilaf is thankfully as good as we remember, if not better. Love the flavors and the addition of chickpeas, wild rice and carrots. Definitely something you cannot miss. We used to also love their Adjarian Khachapuri but did not get to try it this time. Not sure how things have changed over the last 2 years, but most dishes sure tasted different. It was overall a 3.5 star meal, but considering our previous meals were 4.5 stars, I guess I owe them a 4 star rating! The restroom was very clean and smelled good too. The hostess was super nice, offered us a table to sit at while we waited for the food and even served us water without us even asking. So considerate! read more

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