Very fancy and upscale Indian restaurant! Great staff that is very attentive. Would be a nice spot…read morefor a date night, vibes are exactly that! The tandoori chicken was just TOOO good! Delicious masala and it was just cooked perfectly. The dosa was veryyyy crispy and fresh!

Very delicious food and great ambiance!…read more The restaurant was very clean and the decor and plate set ups were very thoughtful. We enjoyed our time here and the food was delicious! We got the paper dosa which was massive. I think almost 4 feet long but thin so don't be intimidated by it. Two people can tackle it for sure. We also got an apricot curry and a shrimp appetizer which were also delicious but I think the dosa might be my favorite. Parking in the area is pretty easy and I'd come back.

** Updating previous review with more tapas rankings **…read more Yuca Frita (9.5/10): These are so freaking delicious, wow. The cilantro aioli was an amazing dipping sauce. They really are fried to perfection. Frituras de Maiz: (10/10): Wow, these fritters are also amazing. They come with such a rich sauce. The fritters are exploding with flavor. Cazuela de Coliflor Asada (9/10): Insanely good dish. The cauliflower has perfect texture, complemented by the pistachios. The sauce is SO good. The cauliflower soaks it up so well. Chicharrones (9/10): Melt in your mouth pork belly. The pork skin crust was perfect. The sauces really make most of the dishes here. This dish is no different - I loved the sauce. Ropa Vieja (9/10): Perfectly slow cooked meat. One thing that really stood out to me was actually the white rice. The rice was VERY high quality, and I appreciated it so much. It's rare to come by rice this good. It had the perfect texture, chew, and fragrance. Ropa Vieja de Hongos (9/10): Pretty much the same as Ropa Vieja above. The mushrooms are delicious, and the dish is just as good whether your order the mushroom or steak version. Empanada del Carne (9/10): Oh man, the crusts are so good. This is pretty on par with the ones I just had in Puerto Rico. Chuletas de Cordero (8/10): The seasoning is heavenly. I was licking the lamb chops clean. Croquetas (8/10): Very solid croquetas. Wouldn't say it's a must-order, but you can't go wrong with them. Costillas a la Guayaba (6/10): The first time I had this it was really nicely marinated, and the rib meat is so tender that it almost falls off the bone. The second time, the meat was dry. Maduros con Tocino (6.5/10): This dish was pretty good, but got overshadowed by the other ones. Pulpo (6.5/10): Octopus was tender and savory. The potatoes were too salty. Camarones a la Plancha (6.5/10): Solid dish, but I enjoyed some other ones even more. Ensalada de Aguacate y Pina (6/10): The salad was a bit too sour, and that sourness overpowered the dish. It was a great blend of ingredients, though. *** and one dessert *** Churros con Chocolate (8.5/10): Big crunchy fluffy churros!! The chocolate sauce is amazing (not really spicy at all). You have to get this for dessert!!

My party of four shared croquetas de jamón, maduras con tocino, ceviche, pulpo, ropa vieja, pescado…read moredel día, churros con chocolate, and pie de limón - TASTE: 4/5 - highlights included the savory ham croquettes, satisfying sweet plantains, and classic ceviche. The fish of the day included an amazing coconut curry(?) sauce, my favorite part of the meal! TEXTURE: 5/5 - perfectly fried croquetas and churros, tender octopus and shredded flank steak, and a refreshing key lime pie PRICE: 4/5 - total came to $300 SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - appreciated the mix of small and large plates. Filled us up and had leftovers to take home! SERVICE: 4/5 - made a Resy a couple days prior and arrived on time at 5pm. They had our high chair set up for us, and our waiter was friendly ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - large space w a dark & moody vibe for dinner. Always appreciate the chance to eat Cuban food! PARKING: 4/5 - got a street spot right on Pine St

You could say I drove up from South Western Virginia, just for this restaurant. I was not…read moredisappointed. We arrived a little less than an hour before closing time but we were still happily served. Let me be clear, this is a Ugandan restaurant. Okay, moving on. Our food came out, steaming hot and fresh- nothing seemed like it was reheated (try eating reheated posho y'all). We stayed long after the restaurant was closed to finish our food which really gave me the real homey Ugandan vibes. There were also a bunch of Ugandan uncles in the corner just chatting it up the entire time which was fun. Also, there's a store with Ugandan products, raw frozen cassava/matooke, bitenge, and some other Ugandan staples like Royco, Blueband, Majaani, etc!

People who have traveled in the 3rd world will immediately "get" Karibu. Think of it as being a bit…read morelike having dinner with a family from another country. I can see from the reviews that some people are expecting a smooth assembly line operation like you might expect if you were eating at a cafeteria in Den Bosch in the Netherlands--which I've done. This ain't that. But bring your patience and adaptability and a smile and you'll be rewarded with a hearty country meal East African style. If you want anything spicy ask for it. In the 3rd world in my experience my Anglo looks meant they leave out the spiciness unless you ask otherwise. The vibe is like a Ugandan version of a British village pub full of locals socializing. If you want to meet every Ugandan expat in the Boston area, come on by. But while most of the people were Ugandan we obvious non-Ugandans were greeted with open arms. We asked them to just bring us dinner, and so they did. One interesting thing was the Indian influence--Uganda had had a large Indian community there until Idi Amin appropriated everything they had and kicked them out of the country. I guess some? many? have returned since Idi Amin was kicked out himself. So among the more obviously indigenous chicken stew and cooked plantains as a major starch was samosas and chapatis, much as you'd expect to find in an Indian restaurant. Portions were so big I got two and a half additional meals out of it. I've tried a lot of cuisines--I live in the SF Bay Area which is one of the most multicultural places on Earth--so for me this wasn't all that exotic. Ethiopian food is a lot moreso and a lot hotter, for example. So someone who's only mildly adventurous should do fine here. Actually Cajun cooking from Louisiana is more exotic, frankly. And hotter. And there's nothing on Karubu's menu like that Gulf Cajun fave "Bucket of Mud Bugs" (crawfish). Both my wife and our local friend who dined with us enjoyed our meal, and I look forward to returning on our next trip to Greater Boston. Interestingly both one of our Uber drivers and the night clerk at our hotel were Ugandan and familiar with Karibu and very pleased that we planned to dine there. A lot of the infrastructure people we deal with as we travel are really very interesting people if you talk with them and don't just treat them like they're invisible. And it can make your travels more interesting than just going somewhere and doing the standard tourist things.

This place has lots of seasonal fun and creative menu items…read more Good: They play Christmas movies during Christmas time. I really enjoy that. I wish they did that for other holidays. The decorations are very festive. They lean into over the top. This makes it a great place for kids and adults that appreciate quirky things. The staff are very nice and friendly. The way they lean into over the top theming can make this feel more like a quirky restaurant in New York then something on moody st. I would love to see more character in Massachusetts restaurants and In a pickle is leading by example. Bad: The TVs with with America's funny home videos can be a little much. The home fries have way too much salt.

Popped in on a Wednesday evening around 7:15 ish and only one other table so I got to choose where…read moreI sat. Sofia was wonderful as I ordered the mushroom burger but with the smash patties 2 4 oz patties vs regular one 8 oz. Came with fries. Wednesday is Wicked Wing Wednesday where if you order a burger or a beer you get 6 piece wings complimentary! What a deal. The burger wasn't seasoned as well as I would have thought and was quite bland, had to add ketchup to help it out. The fries seemed like maybe the oil isn't hot enough as they were clumped together and were very soft in the middle (length wise, not the center of the fry) I only ate the smaller extra crispy ones. If they all had been crispy it would have been great. Got the garlic parmesan wings and those were good. Took them to go. Service was on point and the decor was a simple diner feel. No frills with a mixture of booths and tables

This is one of my favorite spots. Everything is delicious - the pupusas, tacos, steak. So good!read more

I found this place to be quite cozy. The service was also nice. The food, however, left me wanting…read more I had the chicken quesadillas. I found it to be average in flavor. It felt like something that i could assemble myself. The sauce and the sour cream were also normal. Nothing bad, but also nothing great.

The GOAT. One of the best places I've ever eaten. If you know someone who doesn't like healthy food…read moreor vegetables, bring them here. Masao always finds a way to make things delicious. He masterfully cooks and seasons an all-vegan menu. The way this place is set up is you grab a box and fill up your box with as much food as you want. Masao then weighs your box. You really can't go wrong with any of the dishes in the buffet. Just know that the later in the day closer to closing time, the higher the chance of some of the best dishes being sold out. Go here, you won't be disappointed and your gut will thank you.

Masao's is closed for good. The owner had a mild stroke and cannot come back. There is no food…read morelike Masao's. I'm in mourning.

I've been continuing to come here for the amazing beer menu and delicious smoked ketchup…read more Unfortunately, the last time in service was incredibly slow, even in a nearly empty restaurant. I'm usually quite empathetic in these situations but we pretty much had to send smoke signals to get a second round and we were done eating by the time it came. They add a "Massachusetts dining fee" on to the bill now. It might have been there during previous dining experiences and I just never noticed, but I find it crazy that a place that can charge $12 for a beer has to also add fees to pay their staff. It was $177 inc tip for 4 beers, 4 sodas, 2 burgers and 5 sliders. At that price, I shouldn't have to beg for a second round so I'm adjusting my rating.

I ordered fish and chips. The fish was ok, not much flavor, but the chips was COLD and soggy, I…read morecan't believe that they served in the restaurant with that quality. Watch out for the CULINARY fee, they didn't tell me what it was.

Honestly, a personal favorite of mine whenever I'm in the area these days - especially with the…read moresurprisingly good fried options. Their fried chicken tends to be tender and very crispy, while still maintaining its juices. Plus, I feel that their fried goods tend to be on the lighter side - not overly greasy or too heavy for what it is. Aside from that, their pho is pretty comforting - esp after a long cold day with how New England weather can be. Nice staff, good vibes, plenty of parking, good portions for what you're paying for. Definitely coming back for more!

This pho spot had a great, authentic vibe from the moment we walked in. It was filled with older…read morelocals, which always feels like a good sign that the food is legit and consistent. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the noodles were cooked just right. Service was quick and no-nonsense, which added to the charm of the place. It's not fancy, but that's part of what makes it special. You can tell they focus on doing one thing well. I gave it a 4 overall because while it was really good, I've had slightly better. Still, definitely worth a visit.

The food is good in general, but $42 for the lamb shank and $15 for the key lime pie is a little…read moreover priced consider the location it is at. The cocktail is $18, and $20 if double shot. This price range is more close to the city price range. The lamb shank is flavorful, the salad that comes with it is fresh and the dressing is on the sour side, which is appetizing. The conch fritter came out hot and the batter is nice and not greasy. The ambiance is ok, with some jazz music playing in the background. The service is also ok, not extra friendly nor attentive; everyone was just doing their job.

I was drawn to this place by the unique blend of Mediterranean and Caribbean menu, and I was not…read moredisappointed. I appreciated how much this place leans into both cultures from decor showcases both cultures to their balanced menu featuring dishes from both. There is ample seating at this place and dont let the construction outside deter you because they are open. We ordered the cheese manakish to start, and this might have been my favorite dish. Balanced with two types of cheese with a light airy texture to it kept it from feeling too dense. The pita its on is crunchy and thin, and theres a drizzle of sauce, likely some form of pesto, that cuts the flavor making it a truly enjoyable dish. We also ordered the chicken kebabs and roasted jerk chicken. The kebabs were a great portion with tender chicken, some greens, and grains. I personally could have used more tzakai, but thats a personal preference. Overall though, the meal did not feel heavy and I left feeling full but not overtly stuffed which I was happy with. My husband's jerk chicken was a sizable dish. The chicken was tender and fell right off the bone, and the pilaf had a nice flavor to it. Overall we really enjoyed our meals. The service can take some time, but its a super small staff so just be patient.

My boyfriend and I went here for dinner and we really enjoyed it. The food was delicious and the…read morestaff were very nice. The sushi tasted fresh and the tofu was very good. It had a consistency of a foster marshmallow, crispy on the outside and softer on the inside. It was great. I definitely want to go back to try more of their menu items.

One of the freshest sushi I've had in a long time. Sashimi melts in your mouth and sushi rice were…read morewarm. Saki were filled to the top and waitress were very attentive. Will definitely come again!