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Brookline Lunch

4.2 (752 reviews)
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Baklava pancakes
Frances L.

Small eclectic neighborhood spot with middle eastern influenced dishes. We came for breakfast and it's a popular spot. No waiting on an early Friday morning but I heard it gets busy during the weekends. Just letting you know it's cash only. The walls are covered in signatures and movie posters. We were welcomed in and told the most popular dishes which is what we ordered-Baklava pancakes, Za'atar Egg Bowl and the Spicy Sausage Shakshuka. The dishes are generously sized and I loved all the veggies included in the egg dishes. The fluffy baklava pancakes were unique. They're filled with walnut cinnamon sugar, topped with baklava and pistachios and served with housemade rose water syrup. Solid brunch spot with a unique twist. Cash only.

I'm not normally one to wait in line for food but I will wait every time for this place. The line was probably only 30 mins anyway since they're very good about serving people fast but it is SO worth the wait regardless. The moment we walked in we were treated like family. Abeer, her mother, Yasmeen, and everyone else working there made the experience so incredible from start to finish. We got the Nabulsia & Baklava pancakes as well as the shakshuka and it was so delicious. The Nabulsia pancakes specifically were the best me and my friend have ever had anywhere. The atmosphere is also so warm and inviting, and by the end of the meal, they had us put our names on the wall which meant so much to get to leave a mark on a place that I didn't expect would leave such a big mark on me :') forever my favorite brunch!! If I was a local I'd be eating here every week for sure.

Mediterranean bowl, shakshuka bowl, Turkish coffees
Neha N.

Food is absolutely amazing, delicious, hearty, generous portions and very well priced. The location unfortunately always has long lines, doesn't take reservations, is cash only, and does not have AC which makes it hard on hot summer days even with the fan. The family owners and the staff are absolutely amazing however, and the interior of the restaurant tells a true story. Absolutely worth the visit, just need to plan ahead!

Steak and eggs
Stephanie T.

Delicious. Long wait most do the time but so worth it. Cool ambiance, kinda vibrant graffiti skater boy energy, very diner. Mediterranean and middle eastern influence in the cuisine for sure with creative spins. Good service, great recommendations from our server. Tough finding parking in this area.

Baklava pancakes
Alex Y.

Please come here and support a wonderful palestinian restaurant with the most delicious baklava pancakes ever!! They are super filling though so I definitely recommend sharing with a friend if you get them. It's a tiny restaurant, hole in the wall place but the service is nice but do be warned it is cash only. The place was sweet and I enjoyed their potatoes too!! Very unique and well seasoned

Shakshuka
Lilian Z.

Visited on a weekday morning and there was no line to get in. The main thing I came for was the viral baklava pancakes, and they did not disappoint! It was perfectly fluffy, crunchy, sugary but wasn't unbearably sweet. The shakshuka was also solid with nicely crisped potatos and a great variety of vegetables. Looking forward to coming back soon! (as a heads up they are cash only so come prepared)

Mel N.

If you're wondering what the line down the street is for, it's for Brookline Lunch! It took about 1.5 hours to get a table inside, and it's cash only. There are so many options on the menu which are savory and sweet, but I came specifically for the baklava pancakes. The portion size was huge and for one person, you'd probably eat 1/3-1/2 of it and be stuffed! The pancakes are beautiful but I felt like they were missing something. I wanted them to be more sweet, although some reviews said they were too sweet. I wonder if they offer more syrup on the side? The wonderful people working here are very nice but it does take a while to order and get your check. The inside is crowded but it seemed like everyone was enjoying themselves. The shakshuka looked amazing!

Baklava pancakes, Zaatar bowl, Shakshuka
Hind A.

My absolute favorite spot in Boston. The food is incredible, the atmosphere is unmatched, and knowing it's family-run makes it even more special. Everything feels homemade and full of heart, and you can truly taste the care in every dish. The family who runs it is so warm and wonderful, which makes the whole experience even better. I really love this place and hope everyone gets a chance to try it and experience how special it is. Just make sure to bring cash!

Tarun B.

I came here for lunch last Sunday and there was a line across the block. My friend highly recommended this place so we managed to stay in line long enough to enter. It was very warm and humid inside the restaurant. They should get a stronger AC system to let their patrons enjoy their meal. We were given a table on the side. They have a brick wall where several people have written messages on it. It is a cool way to build your restaurant with a community feel. The waitress mentioned that this was a cash only restaurant which is understandable even though I don't usually carry much cash with me. I ordered the Greek omelet and my friend ordered the breakfast platter which came with two eggs and toast. We ordered iced coffees to drink. It was a cheap cost for a quick egg breakfast that you usually don't find anywhere else in Cambridge. My Greek omelet was decent. It was mostly overpowered by the large amount of feta cheese. There were more vegetables than eggs which I didn't like. I didn't end up finishing all of the peppers that were on my plate. Overall the food was okay but I probably will try somewhere else next time. I would personally go somewhere that has air conditioning and accepts credit cards for easier payment.

Turkish Coffee
Sakurako K.

This place is the definition of what everyone wants when they say, "a hole in the wall"-- it's eclectic, no frills, but has delicious food at an affordable price and located in the convenient and bustling, Central Square. My husband and I love the Middle Eastern twist on a lot of the brunch favorites, and he also enjoyed getting a Turkish coffee outside of just Andala (which is also very close to Brookline Lunch). The Baklava pancake looked like it would be overly sweet but actually had the right amount of syrupy sweetness without it being overwhelming. Their spicy sausage shakshuka was also a nice variation on a brunch classic. Service was fast and friendly, the owner gave all the customers a cold water bottle since this was in the middle of August and unfortunately they have no AC. Would definitely come back, make sure you bring cash!

Za'atar egg bowl
Zara A.

Had the best brunch here, it is definitely worth the wait & cash only experience! Once we got our orders in, the food came out pretty quickly. We were entertained by the heavily decorated walls and tables, filled with movie posters, license plates, and handwritten messages. I ordered the za'atar egg bowl and loved the mix of veggies that came with it, the pita bread tasted super fresh too. My friends ordered the shakshuka and Jerusalem omelette, and we all really enjoyed each of our dishes. The baklava pancakes were absolutely unforgettable. They came out first and we couldn't resist having a few bites before our mains, it was also the best last bite of the meal!

Baklava pancakes
Sneha S.

This is a nice hipstery brunch place with great food. The tables and decor are cool and artsy. The menu is unique, especially the baklava pancakes were delicious. I'm honestly still thinking about them! Service was good, albeit a little rushed because of how busy it was there. They also didn't have tap water and only sell it by the bottle which I found odd. It also was really loud inside, which I know is a trend nowadays for late night dinner places but kinda jarring for brunch. Being cash only also makes it a bit difficult, since most of my friends and I don't carry cash usually. But the food was so good that it's still 4 stars!

Veggie sandwich
Rebecca D.

I have lived in the area for a while and been curious about this place since there is basically always a line going out the door. Well I finally tried it and I have to say, I get the hype! I came on a Saturday at 11:15 and waited in line about a half an hour to be seated. The line looks intimidating but it does move along at a reasonable pace. We got our drinks - coffee and water (they only had bottled) - pretty much right away. Service was quick and friendly. I ordered the Za'atar egg bowl and loved it! It comes with 2 poached eggs, home fries, naan bread, feta, and lots of veggies, both cooked and fresh. It was delicious, flavorful, and very filling! Great portion for what you pay. The only downside - and the reason I'm rating four stars instead of five - is that it is SO loud. I had to basically shout to be heard over the noise. I think if I come back, it will be on a weekday to see if things are quieter then. I do still need to try the famous baklava pancakes so I will be back!

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