I don't eat sushi like I used to because once I thoroughly enjoyed the sushi at The Laughing Monk…read moreit was why bother spending good money on the tenderest sushi any where else.

Stopped in with 2 friends on a weekend with no reservation and we were seated immediately. The…read moreservice is very friendly and the menu is extensive with many options for Thai dishes or sushi. A lot of people were grabbing takeout as parking was a little difficult to find. Now the food itself is the best part as the sashimi I ordered was sooooo fresh and colorful and delicious. My friends also liked their dishes and everything was very reasonably priced. I would definitely return and come back. They also have another location in Allston and Wellesley!

Delicious! Highly recommend the beef massaman or beef panang - they are kind of similar though so…read morewould recommend only ordering one of the two. The pad thai is also tasty- a lot more moist than normal pad thai. I liked the fried chive cakes; they taste similar to Korean chive pancakes. Salt and pepper pork has a slight kick to it. I liked it but was more excited by the other dishes. All in all great experience!

My favorite was the pomelo salad, I recommend getting it as an appetizer. The curries were not that…read moregood to be honest. I thought they were very sweet with a strong coconut milk base, which I personally don't like but if you do, get the crab curry. The fried chicken skin was unimpressive. I thought it'd be like the Jollibee fried chicken skin (iykyk) but it was unseasoned and unbattered deep fried chicken skin with sweet chili sauce. For the struggle of booking a reservation, I think the dishes weren't as good as I thought they'd be.

Love getting pizza from here always! Both the traditional and the Indian-inspired pizzas are…read moredelicious, especially the crusts. I recently tried the whole wheat crust and really enjoyed it - you could taste the depth of flavor. Ordered for pickup and it was quick and easy.

I finally found Indian pizza in Boston! I tried the manchurian cauliflower and paneer tikka masala…read morepizzas which were great, as well as the mango lassi which was large and tart. We shared two large pizzas (16 inch) between 6 people which was perfect. The Indian pizza place in the city I used to live in had more options though. It's not a fancy place (and one wall had some weird wallpaper) and it was rather quiet on a Wed night, but it was still nice that they served you actual glasses of water and silverware if you dined in. There is a sink (outside the bathroom) next to the fridge of drinks which is nice so you can easily wash your hands before and after. Vegetarian, Vegan, and Kosher friendly! Probably most inclusive cuisine in the area. Metered parking right outside.

First time at Bar Vlaha with a friend- overall, solid but not life changing…read more We started with spreads and bread and we got the trio: Kopanisti (whipped feta), Melitzanosalata (charred eggplant), and Taramosalata (carp roe). The dips were all good. The whipped feta was creamy, the eggplant had that nice smoky depth and the taramosalata was super interesting, very briny in the best "yes, this is definitely roe" kind of way. Only note is that the Horiatiko Psomi (house bread) could've been warm/toasted for my preference especially given the price of the dips, I expected the bread to be a little more elevated too Then we got the Lahanodolmades (cabbage stuffed with beef and pork, rice, mint, avgolemono). Well seasoned, the cabbage was tender without falling apart and that lemony avgolemono sauce tied everything together- it was bright and savory. For mains, we shared the Moschari me Damaskina (red wine-braised beef cheeks with prunes, trahanas) and Arni stin Souvla (slow-roasted lamb leg). The beef cheek was ridiculously tender- like barely touch it and it falls apart. Rich, slightly sweet from the prunes, with that warm spice note of the cinnamon that balanced the tomato acidity really nicely. The lamb was cooked well and definitely tasty but nothing super extravagant compared to other Greek lamb dishes I've had. Still really yummy especially with the onions and a squeeze of lemon cutting through the lamb. Portion-wise, the pricing felt a little high for what you get but the ambience is beautiful, definitely a great date night spot. Low lighting, cozy, feels elevated without being stuffy

This is such a cute Greek restaurant! I love how the inside is decorated, it truly reminds me of…read morerestaurants in Greece! The food imo is okay. Some things are good, some are fine. - Dips: eggplant, tzatziki, whipped feta (6.5/10): I think I've had better of all of these at different restaurants, so I wasn't too impressed by these. - manitaria (6.1/10): these mushrooms weren't that flavorful - lamb chops (9.3/10): my favorite thing on the menu! so flavorful and juicy. The cocktails here are pretty good! Overall a 4/5 because the service and ambiance are amazing.

Well they have removed their vegan options from the menu leaving me no choice but to remove two…read morestars by default. Still a very beautiful and cozy restaurant, but no point going anymore for me and my family.

We had reservations for a Friday night birthday dinner. I stopped by the restaurant to bring in a…read morecake and they gladly accepted it and said they'd bring it out during our dessert time. Appetizers were pretty good, the risotto was rich and creamy and the French onion soup was great. My friend got the the roasted duck breast that was asked as medium and came out rare. And the beef shoulder was a little overwhelming with the red wine sauce. After, we were serviced dessert menus even though I told them we had a cake. They served us the cake and were not given any utensils. We were then told that there was a $20 cake fee for the restaurant. I asked why I wasn't told this when I dropped off or even before serving the cake and the hostess ignored me and didn't say anything. After spending +$300 for an average meal and told there was a cake fee AFTER the cake was served-- I am very disappointed. We wanted to try and go to somewhere local and support local businesses, but save your money and go elsewhere. There are plenty of other wonderful restaurants in the area!

All time favorite local coffee shop in Boston! Very wholesome lovely and inviting space. It is…read moreconveniently located right across from Brookline village green line. The only only downside is it can be very busy on weekends and hard to grab a seat but they also have some outdoor tables! Got an iced chai and almond croissant - chai is perfect, not too sweet, and nice flavors. Friend got the London fog latte which was delish. Next to Jamie's ice cream shop which is opened seasonally and I believe the same owners!

Everything was really delicious. Had the steak sandwich and a lavender cold brew. Plenty of outdoor…read moreseating and nice service.

My experience at Brighton Bodega delighted, impressed, and inspired…read more The restaurant (yes, restaurant, it's not actually a bodega) has an unassuming exterior, but once you're in, you realize it's much bigger on the inside. It has a cozy and warm feel. While the initial presentation is a bit scripted and stilted - it's fusion tapas, not rocket science - the staff here is great. Our server knew the menu well, and the host seated us quickly. The food blew me away, though. The Brussels sprouts were savory with a paneer-like cheese accompanying them, and the Mediterranean dips were unique and flavorful with crispy homemade bread to boot, but my favorite dish was the cauliflower au gratin. The cheese sauce was just salty enough, and the cauliflower maintained a great texture. I can't wait to bring my friends here.

Great ambiance and attentive service. Impressed with the combinations in the menu!…read moreItems: Dragon drought Burrata Confit Duck Buns Smash burger

I wonder if I already have written a review for Veggie Galaxy before? Sorry if a lot of what I will…read morewrite in this review was already written before! This diner has become our annual post-Boston Marathon tradition. It offers hearty vegan options after a heavy effort day. Whether you ran or ran around chasing your marathon runner, or you tireless held a sign all morning screaming your heart out, Veggie Grill delivers on soul-quenching food that will send you home with a happy belly! Comforting, tasty and filling. The vibe just makes you feel at home. Since becoming vegan, diners have become a place where I know I'll be getting a fruit cup, toast and a side of avocado... Not really a place I would be dying to visit but such is not the case at Veggie Galaxy!!! Vegans, vegetarians and food lovers all have something to enjoy here! Veggie Galaxy offers an expansive menu, the kind that leaves you feeling super indecisive and you just order too much food. It's perfect for the weary traveler/marathoner since you'll have leftovers to enjoy in the middle of the night! Our party ordered way too much food, we didn't have room for dessert (unless you count the entire round of milkshakes we ordered!). Since becoming vegan, milkshakes have become such a rare thing. It's awesome they have so many flavor options here and Veggie Galaxy will mix and make whatever your heart desires! This works great for our predominantly plant-based party who also has lots of lactose-intolerant folks. Sorry for not being super specific about what we ordered. Honestly, we have loved every single thing we have ever ordered here so just close your eyes and point to something on the menu. You can't go wrong! We love the staff here and look forward to our annual visit. Our dinner isn't complete without a photo with the VG fam celebrating another successful year at the Boston Marathon, topped off with the best food!

A fantastic vegan diner experience, with delicious food and excellent service…read more Seating was in booths or at a bar, and everything was clean. I loved the diner / space theme, and they managed to really pull it off. We went on a Tuesday night, around 7pm. They were busy, but we were seated quickly & our food arrived within 15 minutes of ordering. Our server was friendly & attentive, but didn't hover. For drinks, I got a Chocolate Martini (heavy on both the chocolate & the etoh--incredible), and my parter got the Bloody Mars (he gave it 3/5 stars). For entrees, I HAD to order the vegan Mac n' Stack, a ridiculous (but delicious) chicken sandwich with mac & cheese waffles as the bun. I ended up eating it with a knife & a fork (because it was so tall I couldn't fit a bit in my mouth), and I can't emphasize enough how amazing it was. The coleslaw it came with was creamy and paired excellently. My partner got one of the vegan eggs benefit, made with their vegan egg replacement. He liked it (gave it 3.5/5 stars), but agreed that the Mac n' Stack was the best thing we tried. We were so full that we couldn't try out their desserts, but I know we'll be back to get some of the cheesecake (and also, of course, to try more of the sandwiches!). Overall, this was everything I want out of a vegan dining experience. The vibe was so fun--didn't feel the food was both classic & creative, and they had so many amazing options. Can't wait to come back!

Red Lentil generously donated to the nearby elementary school for our annual cultural event this…read moreyear - they are a huge supporter of the local community. The food is delicious - highly recommend the Gobi Manchurian, it's one of my favorites!!

This has been here forever but i just tried it for the first time…read more The nutty lasagne is delicious. There are a ton of veggies in it. There wasnt a ton of the vegan ricotta or soy mozzarella in it which is good because those usually bring a lot of salt. This lasagne was perfectly balanced. The portion size was huge too. The sesame crusted seitan strips were also very good. The service was not the best. Took forever to get water and menus and then seemed to take an additional forever for them to take our order. We were there for a full 90 minutes and the restaurant was not busy. Also, the water, juices and soft drinks did not have ice. One of our party stated it may have been because they are Ayurvedic... and we never asked so not sure the real story.

The scallion pancakes are among the best I have ever tried. Love that they include some braised…read moreand organ meat dishes. Hope we can still get a table after their recent award.

Nice location, has good dining room and decor. We arrived…read morebefore kitchen close, and ordered super quick because we didn't want to be those people haha. Our server definitely didn't seem like he was too happy about that and it showed most the night, but it could be me reading it wrong but that's what i interpreted it as. So i would say service was lacking. - Jahunger noodles thought this was tasty and the meats were cooked well and tender. The star was the noodles chewy bounce and had nice flavor. - Meefen noodles - ooooweee after a few bites definitely spicy and numbing haha probably the peppercorn bit i enjoyed this dish (paid for it later tho when digested haha) - Kavap (lamb kebab skewers) wasn't worth the price to portion ratio, well grilled and seasoned with cumin. Lamb was prepared well, no hint of gaminess. - Hand-made Lamb dumplings - hard pass for me next time, came out cold and bland. - not your avg honey cake- not my cup of tea but the lady enjoyed it! Reminded me of carrot cake consistency, mild sweetness which is nice. Not the dinner i would gravitate toward again but it was enjoyable dishes for trying it the first time.