This place is truly amazing. Arrived late night coming in from the west coast and needed to find a…read morerestaurant that was open. Came across Ali Baba which was a short walk from my hotel. Kebabs are delicious and you can tell everything is made with care. Loved everything on the plate including the bread, salad, and sides. Highly recommend and thanks to guys at the restaurant for being open to feed the night owls.

Ordered this at work, and ... I wasn't really feeling it. My review is purely based off my UberEats…read moreorder, so maybe dining in would be a different story. That being said ... I can't really review ambiance. Not only were the portions kind of "meh" for the price, they just didn't look at all like the menu photos. That alone turned me off, as I chose a lot of the items based off the photos. The taste was also very mediocre for me. I know this place has some really good reviews, so I'm not opposed to re-trying it. However, to be completely honest, it was very lackluster.

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!

I just come here sort of often for Turkish Cafe and mostly with Eclairs, each worker makes very…read morepersonal unique coffee so that always surprises at full

Lavash Grille - Cambridge, MA Total Score: 9/10…read more Lavash Grille in Cambridge delivers a Turkish and Mediterranean dining experience that feels both vibrant and deeply comforting. This is the kind of place that works beautifully for group outings, thanks to the big, long tables that make it easy to settle in, share plates, and actually enjoy the social side of dining. The sampler platters and mixed grill dishes are absolutely the way to go. Portions are generous, the variety is excellent, and everything we tried tasted fresh and well balanced. The hummus and baba ganoush were both standouts, packed with flavor and a great start to the meal. One of the biggest highlights was the manti. These delicate, bite sized dumplings with yogurt sauce were pure comfort food and easily one of the most memorable dishes of the night. The haydari (similar to Tzatziki) was another favorite. Rich, creamy, and incredibly flavorful, it's the kind of dip you keep reaching for long after you're full. For something a little different, the traditional Turkish coffee made with hot sand is such a fun experience and well worth ordering. Ending the meal with coffee and rice pudding felt like the perfect, cozy finish. On a practical note, I was genuinely happy there is some parking here, which is always a welcome bonus in Cambridge. Overall, Lavash Grille is a place I'd gladly return to. Great food, perfect for group settings, and an all around enjoyable dining experience.

It's not easy to find authentic Turkish food near Boston / Cambridge. Found this place on Instagram…read moreand am pleasantly surprised. They have a small parking lot off the side of the restaurant which is free. Inside, there is plenty of space. The service and staff are very nice. We got a lentil soup to share, manti and beef liver as appetizers. Everything tasted amazing. The manti could be a little softer. We also got coffee and tea. The tea was refilled throughout the time we were there which was a nice touch. For my main I got the chicken Adana and my friend got the lamb version. Both were grilled to perfection. Such simple ingredients but the meal was well balanced. The meat came with rice and some grilled/ pickled veggies. The only thing to note is that the bathroom is shared with the building and was out of toilet paper and was in bad condition.

My son and I arrived here recently on a Saturday early evening for dinner…read more We were warmly greeted and seated at the counter. Each staff member that passed by said hello and smiled. We started with a salad appetizer and bread with esme dip. All excellent, tasty and delicious. My son opted for a spicy beef kebab and I chose the chef's lokum kebab. Everything was delicious and hit the hungry spot. Finally we finished with a sampler of three different types of baklava, chocolate, pistachio and walnut. I loved the pistachio so much I took an order to go home. The friendly young woman working behind the counter was kind enough to answer my questions and explain what the dishes coming out of the kitchen were....we have work to do there another time! Many dishes to try! Highly recommend

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

The food and so good and the service was pretty good, especially Mr. Twoberg, who was very nice,…read more friendly and doing this job very well

Stopped by Boston Doner and had a solid experience. The Boston doner sandwich was good -- the meat…read morebeing cooked and shaved straight from a shawarma grill definitely makes a difference and gives it that authentic touch. The food isn't out of this world, but the portions are generous for the price, which makes it a good value. The space itself is very casual, no-frills, and easy for a quick meal. What really stood out was the service -- our server was incredibly kind and even brought us complimentary Turkish tea to end the meal, which was a really nice touch. A solid spot I'd happily return to.

This is a nice cozy spot in Brookline Village, just next door to Blossom Bar…read more The mixed grill and a lamancun is more than enough food for two people. The hidden gem in the whole experience is the basket of fresh bread and the small plate of white bean salad that comes to the table after ordering; the bread is steaming hot from the oven, and the beans and vegetables taste really fresh. This place feels so nice when you can enjoy the food in their outdoor seating during the warmer months. I no longer live near the neighborhood, and wish I had a place like it closer to where I now live.

My recent visit to Anatolia was a solid experience -- a warm, unpretentious neighborhood spot…read moreoffering hearty Turkish & Mediterranean fare. The atmosphere is inviting rather than flashy, and you get a sense the place is run by a family with genuine care for how the food is made. What I liked The menu is broad, with Turkish classics like grilled kebabs, mixed grill platters, pide (Turkish flatbread pizza) and desserts like baklava and the deep-fried kunefe. The staff were friendly, helpful with questions (especially about ingredients or dietary concerns) and seemed genuinely welcoming. There's a comfortable, at-home vibe. Bonus: there are gluten-free friendly options and staff seem attentive to allergy/diet-needs. A few caveats Some reviewers noted inconsistency -- e.g., one person said the lavash bread felt stale or the portion of a particular dish was smaller than expected. While the "buffet" name suggests all-you-can-eat, there was confusion about pricing and format (some said bought by the pound rather than unlimited). If you're looking for a relaxed, family-run Turkish spot in Brookline with solid food, Anatology is a strong choice. The ambience is casual, the portions generous, and the menu rich in flavor. I'd go back to explore more of the desserts (that kunefe looked tempting) and maybe try the pide next time. If you're visiting during a slower hour you'll probably get the best experience. Would highly recommend it for brunch-to-dinner, especially if you like kebabs, grilled meat platters and a comfortable local atmosphere.

Pasha never disappoints. When we are in the mood for Middle Eastern/Mediterranean comfort food, it…read moreis in our top five places to go, to enjoy wonderful food and to relax in a warm, cozy atmosphere. We were greeted by the owner and made to feel comfortable as soon as we walked in. This time, as usual, we started with the red lentil soup and hummus. Both delicious and the hummus as smooth as silk and not over-loaded with tahini. We tried the fried calamari for the first time, and I wouldn't order that again; I think it's a frozen product they simply reheat; the sauce that came with it was good and the calamari tasty, but not what you're looking for if you want calamari. Our choice of entree is usually get the Fainting Imam, stuffed eggplant with vegetables, pine nuts and raisins, and it is heavenly, but this time I decided to experiment and ordered the Vegetable Mousakka With Béchamel Sauce. I was a little disappointed in the dish; it was made up of a variety of vegetables, sliced thin and layered. There was a piece of fried potato I couldn't cut through; it was really crunchy-hard. I ate it; it was good, but too done. What disappointed me was the absence of Bechamel sauce; it may have been there, but if it was, I couldn't taste or see it. Maybe a foam??? That was one of my reasons for trying the dish; I expected more of a Pastitsio-like layer of Bechamel or at least something I could discern in the dish. The Shepphard salad did not come with my entree (I don't know why? It comes with the Imam?), but I had to order it; it is out of this world. Simple and delicious. Particularly appealing to me is that they do not include large pieces of green pepper in the salad; there were a few bits, but not overwhelming. Next time, I might just get that salad, the soup and some hummus!!! I may have whined a little here, but don't let anything I said keep you away from Pasha. The owner, the staff and the food are wonderful.

Cute place, good service, presentation is perfect. The food flavor was good but not great for the…read moreprice. My favorite dish was the vegetarian stuffed eggplant.

I walked over here for dinner, I wasn't sure what to get. The lady behind the counter was very…read morehelpful and went over the menu with me and explained what various dishes were and told me some of her favorites. I ended up getting a bowl of lentil soup, and border of grape leaves, and an Iskander kebab platter. It was waaaaayy toooo muuuuuch food!!!!! It was also very very good! She gave me garlic sauce and hot sauce both of which were great but the food didn't even need it!! The Iskander platter was so good, thinly sliced meat on a bed of croutons with a tomato sauce and cool creamy yogurt sauce beside it. Next time I'll probably only get they - but only because the soup and grape leaves just made it too much food!! She tried to get me to get rice pudding too but I had nowhere to put it.

Had been meaning to try this spot for a while and glad I did! My lamb wrap was delicious, as was…read morethe kunefe. Prices are very reasonable and portion sizes large, plus free tea while you wait! The staff were all incredibly sweet as well.

Ambienting Life Experiences in Details all over…read more I feel most comfortable to hang out in here since I came in for the very first time Everyone was treating me like I am their closest friend. I had two Turkish coffees but I had credit card issues bank card problems so that I had to go visit my bank branch to get cash. Even so staff members never rushed me and patient with me all the time. They trusted me to leave shop to get money. Just so wonderful warm people are working there and including their customers as well. Lately I had a some unwanted unfortunate experiences at restaurants around but Coffee Turco's warm homemade love made my great day. What an pleasurable experience !! Definitely I will come back.

I've lived in Allston/Brighton for a couple years now and I finally checked this place out for the…read morefirst time today for brunch. I had a really great experience right off the bat. The woman at the counter was really sweet and accommodating and the interior of the cafe was really nice and cozy. We sat at one of the booths with cozy chairs and throw pillows and she brought us menus to look at. We ended up ordering the serpme breakfast which resembled a Turkish version of a charcuterie board that came with an assortment of cheeses and spreads, bread, fruits and vegetables, olives, an egg and sausage dish, and an egg and tomato dish. Everything on the board was delicious and we had a great time trying everything out. We also got two complimentary Turkish teas and ended up spending hours at the cafe. Would definitely go back again!