This new Lebanese spot near the Coolidge Corner Theater was a fantastic surprise! They offer a…read moregreat selection of Middle Eastern staples, and everything we tried was hit-the-spot good. The mixed grill portion was generous and well-seasoned, and the chicken kebab was remarkably juicy. The spicy roasted potatoes were packed with flavor, and the Kibbeh even passed my wife's lifelong standards! The staff couldn't have been friendlier--they even offered a mix of both fries and rice when I couldn't decide. Seating is limited and they do a brisk takeout business, so definitely keep that in mind when timing a visit.

Divine Lebanese food! I got the Lamb Shawarma. They were swamped with take-out orders so I had to…read morewait a bit for it. It was worth it though as the shawarma was easily the best I've had in Boston. It had a generous lamb portion, thin lavash bread, and was perfectly complemented by the side of toum I requested. The Iced Hibiscus Tea was good (surprisingly unsweetened) but quite small for the price. Despite the lunch rush, one of the crew members was very generous and gave me another large scoop of toum to-go. The restaurant was adorned nicely too. Will return for sure!

Really great food and quick service but staff were a bit snippy / inpatient and they weren't even…read morebusy. Also not much seating inside. Good grab and go option. Completely Kosher.

The falafel with Humus was awesome. Plenty of fresh vegetables and a little hot sauce, warm falafel…read morein a fluffy Pita bread. Perfectly vegetarian and great for the health! Service was friendly and the ambiance was nice and clean interior. They also have exterior/patio seating.

I had been wanting to try Bar Vlaha for quite a while and finally made it there. I have to say, the…read morefood, the menu, and the service all exceeded my expectations. Everything we tried was thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor, and the menu had so many interesting dishes that it was hard to choose. It's easy to see why Bar Vlaha is now Michelin recommended. I will definitely be back--and next time I'll bring more people so we can order and try even more dishes!

Make a reservation if you can!…read more I could not get over the flavors of all the dishes. Mine has freshly made pasta and it's thin, lathered in the sauce. The egg is perfectly cooked that the yolk breaks into the pasta, they give you the perfect amount of sausage for the pasta. They described my friends dish as "lasagna without the pasta", it came out popping hot and steamy. The bread was yummy to dip in. The cheese.... Wow, sooo delicious and crispy. The fruit on top was the perfect finishing touch. It's clean, and there's not loud music.

i got a couscous bowl with halloumi and it was delicious. i liked that it was super easy to get…read moretakeout from here and would definitely do that again. the bowl was really flavorful, it had hummus and harissa and a lot of other delicious add ons that made it very worth the price

This place is sooooo yummy!!! Just ordered some food for my co-workers and I, and we loved every…read morebit of it. I can't comment on the ambiance, as a co-worker picked up our food. However, the customer service and the food were 5/5 stars!!! We made some tweaks to our orders, which were correctly done and the food looked amazing and well presented, so service ... highly appreciate. The food tasted so fresh and healthy. The prices were not too bad for the quality and quantity either. The grain bowls come with a lot of substance and flavor, so I highly recommend them. I also got a "pizza"/wrap, and it was very clean and delicious.

Naya is one of the better "slop bowls" out here in Boston. I like the middle eastern twist they…read morehave, really makes it seem more authentic. I love adding all the different dips to my bowls. Sometimes they have great bogo deals on Uber Eats which is great for someone who needs convenience during my busy work day.

Came here for a quick meal pickup before heading to the movies…read more I got the chicken shawarma rice bowl and the hubs got the chicken wrap. I got almost all toppings- lettuce, cucumber, onions, pickled radish, tzatziki sauce and the lemon tahini sauce. It was filling but I think the rice was a bit greasy for me. I prefer it to be plain and not with any oil added at all. Service was quick and friendly. The space is really nice clean, large and with seating on the sides. Parking is free at the garages in the Arsenal yards mall garage so that is very convenient. Overall good for a quick meal!

Tl;dr Amazing food with large portions. The triple mix platter is a great value and perfect for…read moresharing. The food here is amazing. We shared the triple mix platter for two people, and the portion size was already pretty good. The meat was super flavorful, and I really liked the lamb specifically. Everything tasted fresh and high quality. We sat at the bar and the service was excellent. We asked the server a lot of questions, and they were very friendly and took the time to answer all of them. I would love to come back and try the family plate with more people in the future. The combination of the great service and the generous portions makes this a standout spot for Mediterranean.

The new Halva on Main Street brings all the good of the previous location PLUS new items on the…read moremenu. Try the beef flatbread. Fun to eat and super tasty!

I find myself traveling from Boston, just to get a taste of their Persian food…read more Everyone is so kind and hospitable!! I have had a bunch of their dishes and the 2 that stick out to me is the Kabab Koobideh and the Gheymeh Bademjoon! A great 3rd party space to meet other Iranians aswell! Their store front next to the restaurant has everything you could ever want to!!

We had a business lunch at Cafe Vanak in Belmont and were extremely pleased with our overall…read moreexperience. Vanak is small, with only 6 tables, though we noticed a brisk take out trade during our 3 hour visit. Vanak is not fancy and one needs to know that a visit here is entirely about great Persian fare. Be prepared to either wait for a table or to settle for take out. Reservations are strongly recommended. Vanak has an impressive menu covering beef, lamb, chicken, fish, and vegetarian dishes. Everything is authentic and is served with a more than generous portion of rice. The difference in dishes isn't just the protein; there are at least ten different seasoned rice on offer. Our entrees were shared by four people and three dishes were more than enough. The Lamb Shank with Fava Bean and Dill Rice is exceptional. The shank was slow simmered and the ample amount of meat was melt-in-your mouth delicious. The Dill Rice is uniquely seasoned and we highly recommend this dish. Chicken with Barberry and Saffron Rice is another interesting dish. The quarter chicken is also slow cooked and nicely savory. The Barberry adds an interesting taste profile to what would otherwise be a standard Persian dish. No Persian meal would be complete without Koobideh Kababs and Vanak's rendition is very nicely seasoned. The Kababs were served on a bed of Sangak, the rustic Perisan wheat bread. We finished with baklava which was topped with chopped pistachios and Saffron ice cream. The servings here are authentic and generously portioned. Vanak offers a unique change of pace for lunch which we recommend.

I have been to this place now a few times and I have to say that it is a wonderful business! I…read morereally enjoy the Turkish dumplings (manti), the kunefe and the baklava. However I wish you got more baklava for the money!

Ordered through uber eats on a cold Sunday night - and pleasantly surprised with the food - both…read morequality and quantity! The combo kebab platter was very good - juicy kebabs, balanced flavors, and very fresh salad to go with it. I also got a chicken soup (not pictured) that came with bread - very hearty and warming on a cold evening. The rice pudding came as a complimentary item and was delicious - not too sweet, with a puddingy jello-like flavor. The only thing I could have used was some sort of sauce for the kebabs (a chutney or something). I've had the lahmacun before and it's also very good and flavorful. I'll be ordering again the next time I'm in town!

This food is bomb !!! We order from here all the way to Arlington because we love it so so much.read more

This is a fast casual spot popular with Boston University college students, and it can garner quite…read morethe line! But it moves quickly, with the staff frequently shaving off shawarma from the slow-turning spits behind the counter. I opted to make my own veggie plate with falafel, hummus, and plenty of Greek salad. I typically judge Mediterranean eateries by how dry (or hopefully, not) their falafel is--the verdict here is that it's okay for the price point.

The food was delicious, authentic and fresh. We had several cold appetizers, manti (veg and beef),…read moredoner with bulgur, baklava and ice cream. Simple, but pleasant interior. Friendly and helpful staff. I rate 4.5, but will give 5 as no intermediate option. Improvements would mainly be timing of different courses delivered at table (was fast, but more time between mezzo and mains would be better). I believe that this small business has even greater potential.

I only tried their icecream. Quite tasteless, and enormously expensive for the tiniest scoops I've…read moreever seen!