I'm not from the area, but stumbled upon this adorable Lebanese shop after exiting a nearby appointment. I felt like a snack and settled on baklava and mammoura (semolina cake akin to cornbread--but better). I wished I'd looked up at the menu board to see the savory offerings before making a bee line for the sweets. Everything looked so good. The staff are super friendly and there were several locals enjoying lunch. Next time I'm in the area, I'll need to stop for an actual meal. Needless to say, my sweets were delicious with a cuppa. read more

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This place is so delicious, fresh & service was friendly! The hummus was smooth and tasty, the za'taar manoush was HUGE and flavorful (they heated it up), and I got the moujadra, eggplant chickpea moussaka (my favorite thing I got!), and babaganoush to go. There are so many vegetarian options and they also label what is gf and all of the ingredients are available which is super helpful for people like me with allergies. I also got a pistachio lemon cookie which was so moist and delicious! You can't really taste the rosewater, which I liked, and it actually reminded me of a cookie I had in Capri off the coast of Italy! I can't wait to go back and try more of the menu! read more

Bread Thyme - These pistachio lemon cookies were insanely good! - Lebanese Near Me - West Roxbury, Massachusetts

Yup! 5 stars! We started with the moujadara and fresh bread. It was awesome. I wish I had gone with more than one person so we could also have the hummus and moussaka. I had the kafta kebab wrap (so delish), the chicken shawarma (not as good as the kafta- the chicken pieces were too big). And then the desserts!! I had the chocolate Halva - soooo good. And the Dubai chocolate- kunafi which was like nothing g I've ever had before. I want to go back and try the rest of the menu! You order at the counter and then grab a table. It was crowded at 6 on a Friday night. The man running the place was kind and helpful I adored him and this place. read more

The food is amazing here. breakfast is fresh and you can tell it's homemade. It tastes like home. The staff is very friendly and always recommends good options. Their sandwiches are very good as well, but I mainly come here for the breakfast because it's the best. The owner is extremely welcoming, and you feel like you're at home. Definitely recommend coming hungry. read more

Bread Thyme - Meat pie/cheese pie/Zatar - Lebanese Near Me - West Roxbury, Massachusetts

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Another 5-star experience here. Today I got a falafal wrap. I asked what the turnips were, I never had one. The young lady taking my order offered to let me try some. She came back with a little sample cup of the turnip. I am BLOWN AWAY by that level of family entrepreneurship. I never expected someone to let me try something. I'm glad she offered, because I did not love the turnip, so I ordered my falafel wrap without turnip. The sandwich was delicious. What a WEST ROXBURY GEM. So glad to have Bread Thyme near me in town. read more

Delicious!!! I've been making my friend who works in the area bring their food to me all the way in Cambridge!! Everything I've had has been amazing: hummus, babaganoush, spinach pie (omg), kefta plate. I was afraid of the kefta being too salty like in many places but it wasn't. Will you open a second location in Cambridge or Boston? read more

Owner could not be kinder-food is fresh, authentic and reasonably priced. Parking is much easier than other eateries in the area. Lentil soup is amazing!! read more

I enjoyed this place way more than I had expected! We were looking for a place to eat that was open for lunch on July 4th and thankfully we saw their sparkling "open" sign as we drove by. Ordering was at the counter and the person was so friendly and patient with our questions. We initially only ordered the chicken shawarma and moussaka and Dubai chocolate cup (no matter what, this is what I needed!). As we ate, we realized the food was good and we'd like to try other items. So we got a mulberry juice and a flatbread - 1/2 zaatar and 1/2 cheese. Everything was tasty. Some specific points: the chicken shawarma is more like a kebab than the shaved chicken I'm used to, it would be nice if they offered both. The zaatar can be a little tart and that's where the cheese balances it out. The mulberry juice is sweeeeet but great for a hot summer day. The moussaka came out cold which I was a little surprised by. The Dubai chocolate was fantastic, the only downside is that it's tiny haha. I could've eaten one more. It's an airy bright place and they also have seating outside. Parking is convenient. I'm sure we'll be back. read more

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Fresh, flavorful, and delicious, the food is made with simple, healthy ingredients, but the flavors definitely know what they're doing. The chicken tawook and chicken shawarma were both delicious--tender, flavorful, and just so good! The service was friendly and welcoming, and the space was clean and inviting. A great choice when you want a meal that tastes indulgent but still lets you tell yourself, "This was healthy!" Highly recommend. read more

Joelle had fantastic hospitality from the moment I walked in and out her beautiful restaurant. The food was absolutely delicious from the pies to the wrap to the dips and dessert. Me being Lebanese knowing the culture and food this was 10 out of 10 and I will for sure do it again. happy one year I hope to see you guys soon. read more

Bread Thyme - Lebanese Near Me - West Roxbury, Massachusetts

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My wife is Lebanese, and this rivals her family home cooking. A must try. I've never had a bad experience, everything made fresh.

First time trying Lebanese food and we were blown away by the whole experience. The ambiance inside is warm, welcoming, and very clean! It's clear they do a ton of take-out business but they still create an inviting space for guests to eat in. The service was outstanding. The staff went above and beyond for us as we had my infant joining for lunch. Joelle took time to explain the menu items and make specific recommendations that were baby-friendly. She was right - my baby gobbled up everything we fed her. Specifically for food, we got: - flatbread 1/2 cheese 1/2 za'atar: 5/5, especially for the cheese part. - fattoush salad: 5/5, so fresh and crunchy with a delicious dressing - chicken tawouk wrap: 10/5 unreal delicious marvelous MUST TRY - stuffed grape leaves: 5/5 tangy, warm, and so so fresh - potato kibbe: yummy seasonings, very smooth mashed texture - moujadara: 10/5 soooo good! we all loved, especially my baby! Honestly the only thing I didn't totally love was the turmeric cake - looked so good, but it was pretty dry. Overall, will definitely be back :) read more

I've been driving an hour to West Roxbury to see my chiropractor once a week and my husband and I recently discovered this great little restaurant, Bread Thyme. Gabi is the chef creating delectable Lebanese dishes. Everything is incredible, this is the epitome of fresh and clean food. I have never had Lebanese food before and Gabi loves to take the time to explain his dishes. We've been here a few times and I try to taste something new each time. Today I got a Caesar salad with Kafka on top, which was great, and my husband got the Chicken Shawarma wrap which he loves. We always get the bread, and today it was fresh out of the oven and still warm. Amazing! Gabi's wife, Joelle, makes these amazing gourmet chocolates. Today we tried their Signature Cup filled with nuts and dates, topped with a heart made out of fig. It was delicious. If you're ever in the West Roxbury area this restaurant is a must try! read more

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Excellent tasty authentic food, friendly staff easily accessible outdoor dining highly recommend recommended

I'm almost hesitant to write this review. Why? Because I'm scared Bread Thyme will simply become too popular if people find out how amazing the food is and how sweet the owners/employees are. If you've been looking for a real deal Mediterranean/Middle Eastern spot this is it. Cute but smaller cafe with green everywhere, it's wonderfully cozy. I'll start with the most impressive thing ever... fresh Baklava! Not store bought and resold, actually fresh baked baklava among other tasty middle eastern treats! And they were good... so good. I really went crazy and ordered a fair bit of the small and well curated menu. The wraps are enormous to start, simply huge. You could easily make two meals out of them. The chicken shawarma wrap had plenty of tender chicken but a good mix of vegetables and sauce that created a good balance of flavor and texture. The Falafel wrap was similarly amazing, and the falafel was well made! It is so rare to find well done falafel in the US so this is quite notable. My only gripe is that I wish you could just order some falafel on its own maybe with some hummus or labneh. The Za'tar bread was so good. Like crazy good. Bread was clearly freshly baked there which come on! Thank you! I wish more restaurants had the care to make their own doughs. I did not ask but I am 95% sure they are also making their own Za'tar mix. A mix wish I hope they sell in the future because it was some of the best Za'tar I've ever had. The notes were so bright and not muted like most imported mass produced Za'tar. Call me crazy but please go try the Za'tar and tell me for yourself. The Tabouli was phenomenal, very fresh cilantro, great citrus notes, and good tomatoes. Simple but really well executed. I just wish the portion was slightly bigger (the portion is fair size, but it was just really good and I wanted more). The employees/owners are super sweet Lebanese family. They were happy to chat and suggest things and answer questions and were so clearly passionate and excited about what they were making/serving. I really hope they are there when I come back. Prices - surprisingly fair. Coming from downtown Boston I've gotten use to $15 or even $20 for a wrap (it's crazy). Here the most expensive wrap was $10.50. When considering the size of the wraps too, this is one of the best value props I've found with good food in the greater Boston area hands down. 5 stars -will return most definitely. I want to emphasize the 5 stars, I rarely rate a full 5 stars. I consider a restaurant to be top 5% essentially at 5 stars. Bread Thyme is the real deal and worth a visit for anyone looking to try some authentic Lebanese/Mediterranean food. read more

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We highly recommend Bread Thyme! My husband and I shared the falafel plate and an order of zaatar-- one seeded and one cheese. Everything was delicious!! I should have asked for extra hummus but instead I tried some homemade tahini sauce and hot sauce that added a nice kick to our meal. We met the owner and his nephew visiting from Australia who took our order, served us and introduced us to the rest of the family. We grabbed some baklava to go and the owner surprised us with a generous portion of their homemade pita bread. Highly recommend this great neighborhood spot, wish it stayed open later! read more

Bread Thyme - Yummy pita! - Lebanese Near Me - West Roxbury, Massachusetts

Stopped in for lunch. Both the chicken caesar pita wrap and the falafel pita wrap were absolutely delicious. So fresh, perfectly toasted and just plain tasty! We had tried their pastry previously and everything we tried was yummy. Such lovely owners too. It's a warm, clean place and market with great outdoor seating set back from the street on a patio surrounded by tomato plants. read more

The meal is exquisite, my girlfriend and her dad enjoy the meal a lot, the service and the ambiance. nice interior design.

Tummy Falafal and lentil soup. Muhammad was very sweet and turned Me on to the most delicious pistachio and walnut cookies

Fantastic food, service, size, and price! Everything is made from scratch. The owner, Gabriel, is an angel. read more

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Very clean. Very friendly staff. Delicious! Reasonably priced. Will visit again soon.

Wow. Bread Thyme was recommended by a friend and the reviews are right. The chicken shawarma was the best I've ever had. The spinach pie is great. The restaurant is very clean and the lovely smell of spices and Lebanese music makes for a pleasant dine in experience. The gentleman at the counter, one of the owners, was very gracious. I will be going back! read more

I am thrilled to have this lunch option available here in W. Rox! The food is home-made, and authentically lebanese. It's a family-run restaurant with a warm-vibe and wonderful service. read more

Top notch all around. The flavor, quality, proprietor, even the space itself is excellent. The bread is the star of course, and is freshly baked and hard to beat: the za'atar bread is where it's at and is a must order, and you can get it a variety of different ways (note the 'veggies' on the "labne and veggies" option are tomatoes, cucumbers, and olives FYI). The spinach pie is also tasty, and I bet the lamajun is equally as good. And if you're lucky to order at a certain time, you'll get a side of their poufy bread with your entree instead of the standard thin pita. Their wraps are pressed for extra texture, and the Taouk wrap had great flavor with the toum and pickles. Their falafel was another standout: fresh, so light, so flavorful, definitely one of the best in the area and another must-order. And don't sleep on their prepared foods case: their moujadara is deceptively delicious, and their baklava and namoura are an excellent way to end the meal. The owner is super friendly and proud of his food, and it shows. I love how they have bowl options, and can't wait to try the chickpea one. Would love to see more bowl/dinner options (taouk rice plate?), and maybe a shrimp option- and maybe extended hours too? read more

The wonderful aroma coming from this place dragged us in for lunch and we were not disappointed! Delicious food and inviting casual dining experience. I was gifted a cup of tea to try and it was delicious as well. Definitely coming back. read more

My son Nicholas got me a salad from this restaurant and it was wonderful. What a great place to open up in West Roxbury! Fresh food, wonderful service! You can eat inside. Parking is around the corner! Great prices! read more

Great Turkish food run by a local family. Everything is fresh and clean. It's my go to take out place.

This place is a great addition to West Roxbury. The food is delicious and really affordable. The staff is very kind also.

First time here based upon 2 different couples recommendations. Plainly stated it is great. The spinach pie was huge, had great taste and the crust was thin and cooked perfectly. I had the Kafta plate and the beef was well seasoned, rice was moist and soft, and the salad and humus were also well seasoned. I was greeted by a friendly gentleman at the point of sale, order taken, and sat down to wait a short time for my order. All in a great experience with great food. Also the place was very clean. Cheers and thank you Bread Thyme. I most certainly will be back. read more

Everything was very fresh. Friendly owners. We tried many things on the menu and all were fantastic!

Falafel was amazing - many places serve dry falafel, but the ones here were super crisp outside, fresh and herby inside. Menu has many Lebanese/Arabic staples and the staff were friendly and accomodating. Can't wait to come back here and try more of their menu! read more

Loved the food- vegetarian friendly! Owners are so gracious and friendly. Spinach pie was our favorite! And don't forget dessert- Dubai chocolate was just the best. read more

Delicious Zatar bread! Friendly service. Lento soup delicious. Cozy little spot. Chocolates and patties look wonderful

Food was absolutely delicious, I have celiac disease. The Hostess was very patient and pointed out the items that could be made gluten-free. read more

Excellent food and service! The falafel plate was so fresh and delicious. Loved the pistachio cookies and baklava.

Three cheers for Bread and Thyme!!! We had the zatar bread which was crunchy and tangy and totally addictive. The spinach pie had tons of fresh veggies and a lovely lemon flavor. The two powdered sugar were nut based and will become a new favorite in our home. To make it even better, the owners are complete loves, and they want everyone to feel welcome in their space. They also sell a nice selection of food items from Lebanon. Just what West Roxbury needed. read more