Long story short, I made Greece as my next travel destination, thanks to Krasi. I cannot remember how many times we visited Krasi. It is my favorite restaurant in Boston! The experience of dining in Krasi is like a series of adventures, where I was introduced to the new world with delicious Greek food and wine by the Mediterranean Sea. First of all, the food-- They only used the freshest high-quality ingredients. The seasonings are well balanced, enhancing the original flavor of various vegetables and meats by adding a light hint of herbs. Krasi also works hard on highlighting the different textures of meats and vegetables. For example, the braised beef and lamb dishes are tender and juicy, that almost melt in the mouth; they NEVER overcooked the souvla, the best pork and lamb in town. The pork butt dish is extremely innovative and delicious. Before that, I never ordered any pork dish in restaurants. The pastitsada is an interesting course, in a good way. It reminded me of braised beef hand-pulled noodles that my grandma used to make for me (I'm Chinese). That makes me think about the food connections in different strains of cultures' evolution. The garden dishes are significantly underestimated. The chef put lots of thought and innovation to make the vegetables tasty while retaining their original flavor. Every vegetable dish I tried is quite interesting and delish. I never eat beets. But after I tried Krasi's beet salad, I'm in love with my beet yogurt dip. I also like the fresh and crunchy green beans, a perfect combination with the sauce. I love all the fresh baked breads and dips. I order the tiropita rolls every time, literally. Those soft, buttery, sweet, and savory breads are served warm. I have the best tzatziki of my life, creamy, lemony, with a fresh dill scent. Not all tzatzikis are equal! People here are always very nice. You can tell when people are truly knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and passionate about their food and wine. I can always trust their suggestions about wine pairings whenever I am lost in the list of unique Greek drinks. I cannot say enough good things about Krasi. They are my personal gateway to Greek culture by providing delish food and memorable welcomes! read more

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Food: Everything was absolutely DELICIOUS. The bougatska was the perfect size to split between the 2 of us, soooo yummy. I personally think 3 plates is the perfect portion size to split between 2 hungry brunchers. I loved the Halloumi (FAV cheese ever), the scramble was also very good, overall no complaints food was overall a strong 11/10. Service: Food was FAST, which I liked. Would recommend making a reservation beforehand and texting the phone # on their Google page bc they're very responsive with making reservations. The ambiance was also cute, very aesthetic. Being in the heart of Back Bay, it's a great brunch spot/hang out, so much to do afterwards! Definitely want to come back read more

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The most amazing service ever and well portioned and tasty dishes! Our waiter let us try our drinks before pouring the full glass and brought out new dishes as we finished up previous ones. I would definitely love to come back and try their other dishes. Their sister restaurant bar vlaha features more unique dishes and I would recommend as well. The tzatziki did not come make it yourself as I saw in the other pictures but was nevertheless really fresh and tasty. It was also a MASSIVE portion, felt like a full tub of 2 lb yogurt, so we ate it alongside every other dish. The marouli was really fresh - the peanuts had a boiled/pickled texture and went well with the greens and beets. The xydato really stood out to me with tons of crispy squid, marinated squid, and pickled peppers. The xtapodi felt comforting but less flavorful with one meaty octopus tentacle, gigante purée, and sweet onions in tomato sauce. The giuovetsi (lamb osso buco) was massive with tons of fall of the bone meat and a tomato-y bed of orzo. I might prefer more spiced to cut through the rich meat but it is definitely worth it! Finally, the portokalopita (orange phyllo cake) was truly outstanding with a syrupy rich cake, crisp candied orange, toasted coconut, and slightly savory ice cream. read more

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This place is amazing! The food is very creative and tasty. A great modern twist of traditional Greek food, amazing selection of ingredients and beautiful presentation. The atmosphere and interior setting is simple but thoughtful. Little details reflect a lot of Greek art and culture. The service is top-tier. The waiters were friendly and considerate. They prepared changing plates before we asked, provided drawing material for the kid, and accommodate our every need. The utensils are very nice. Stone-like ceramics were great companion to the delicately prepared cuisine. Cocktails are brilliantly crafted and exotic. And, last and most important thing is the price is surprisingly fair!! Dishes are small but could be filling, most dishes are just a little above $10 and we four adults and one kid were stuffed with 5 dishes, although of course we added more sweets to the table than what we can consume. We had to book the place four weeks ahead. It's very popular. we'd definitely come again. read more

Krasi - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I so loved my intimate dinner at Krasi! Beautiful atmosphere and even better food! I started with the limniona for my wine (young, light, but with some strength). They have small plates, so I ordered the pita of the day (was to DIE for! I wish I could remember the name, but it came highly recommended). I also ordered the souvla, which was seasoned perfectly. I indulged a bit, so ordered the kormos for dessert. The kormos was AMAZING! It was nutty, not overly chocolate, and the halva ice cream paired well. I am in love with this place. I'm tempted to go back and try something new before I leave Boston. Def check them out if you're in Back Bay. read more

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Service was amazing. Got the carmelized onion pasta again it was soooo good. Got a feta dip too which was good and one of the orange wines. Ambiance is so cute. Love love love always recommend probs one of my fav places in Boston. read more

this is hands down one of the best places i've dined in boston. the food was incredible, and they were prepared with a GF menu for my friend with celiac. they were knowledgeable and helpful, and we were able to share everything we ordered. the wine was also delicious, and served by our wonderful server jorge. the manager also made sure we had a delightful time and we felt very well taken care of. krasi is absolutely worth the hype and i can't wait to return! read more

My personal favorite restaurant in Boston. Awesome interior design and ambience, service is very helpful but a little slow, and the food is delicious, well presented, and is very reasonably priced. Their dips are all great, their seafood pastas are always bursting with flavor, and the meats are incredibly tender and rich with flavor. Also, their bathroom soaps are great :) read more

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We ordered about 6 brunch dishes to share- all delicious. Most memorable for me are: tsoureki (merenda, kataifi crumble, orange sauce and whipped cream) yummmmmmmmm, strapatsada, and mushroom dish I can't remember the name of lol. They do have the option of 'feast of the gods' which is basically everything on the menu, but the waiter was kind enough to point out it would simply be too much for us, unless we're group of 6-8. It gets packed pretty fast during the weekend, and OpenTable is usually reserved out way ahead (typical Boston ). Sitting outside on a November day is not that fun, so wouldn't recommend go without reservations during cold days. But otherwise enjoy the food! read more

The incredible reviews of this place don't lie. Krasi is a must-try Mediterranean restaurant, but be sure to plan your visit well in advance since reservations are difficult to get. I came for a dinner with two friends at 9pm on a Sunday, and the restaurant was completely full. Gorgeous interior and low lighting makes Krasi a phenomenal choice if you're looking to impress a date, but I recommend coming with a group in order to take full advantage of the family-style menu. There are some little touches that make dining at Krasi truly an elevated experience, including the stunning flatware imported from Greece, the dried flowers attached to the menu, and the Aesop soap and lotion in the restrooms. You can't leave Krasi without trying the bread. It is unmatched in taste and texture, and I will be dreaming of the Tiropita rolls until I can come back to Krasi. I enjoyed the diverse flavors of the Melitzana, the crispiness of the Patates, and the rich and tender lamb meat of the Giouvetsi. Everything was plated beautifully as well. The reason Krasi only has 4 stars from me is because the service was nothing special- our server was not overly helpful with recommendations and not that friendly either. The Xtenia scallop dish also had a stronger fishy flavor than I like. Overall, a great restaurant that I am already looking forward to returning to. read more

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Call me crazy, but I have sold my soul to the Greeks. I had no idea how delicious Greek food can be. I think I'm in love! "Krasi" means wine in Greek. It also means love and life. Krasi brings rare Greek wines that are hard to find or no longer in product. Our group sampled a few and ended up getting a bottle to share. It was delicious and honestly, I can have the whole bottle by myself. Hehe. What I really like is the ouzo served in a traditional way: straight up! Our waitress was very friendly and very attentive, as was the rest of the staff with whom we interacted. On top of all of that, the food was spectacular! My favorite dish was the tsipoura, deliciously fresh grilled sea bream. But then again, get everything! Even their desserts were amazing and nuttily awesome! read more

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I grew up with close ties to Astoria, NY...and I know Greek food and this was a water downer version of it. It has a nice ambiance but I do not recommend for an authentic experience. read more

Incredible! I can't believe I almost walked past this place, it is so good. Next level food for the price and great vibes. I would highly recommend getting a reservation here if you're coming during peak times because wait times can get long. For us though, the wait was well worth it. The service was great, our server was super attentive and gave the best suggestions. The food was excellent. The tiropita rolls were cheesy bread heaven. The afelia (braised pork butt) was unbelievably tender and fatty. The soupia had a great tang from the sauce, with squid that was cooked perfectly! We also got the kopanisti dip, though we felt that the chicken skins were a little unnecessary and certainly not enough to pair with the dip. Still, everything had great flavor! I can't wait to come back and try more! read more

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I sat at the bar and had a couple glasses of wine after a Sox game, so I can only say that all of the food looked amazing as it was going out. Service was great. I don't remember which one it was but be careful when ordering a dry white wine, because one of them was drier-than-bone-dry. read more

This place is Freaking FIRE. Immediately I wanted the Lamb Osso Bucco, and my girl I think got the Avga Me Potates. Nice looking Greek restaurant with the little ancient looking vibe inside. Lamb Osso is delicious with Rosemary and a whole bunch of other ingredients. Krasi also has a nice looking bar with expensive drinks and all. Nice people and owners, laid back atmosphere. This will be my go to spot anytime I am in the Bay. read more

We came here as a last night of vacation dinner and I'm still thinking about it. I haven't been able to find a Greek restaurant like this anywhere near me and it's so upsetting. This was such a great restaurant to have ended our time in Boston! We ended up getting a few different things to share and every bit was so delicious so I can only imagine how great the whole menu is. We also got some wonderful greek wines that we plan to purchase to have at home. I really loved the vibes of this restaurant and how trendy, but cozy it was inside. I also loved how the menu was traditional Greek foods. It really felt like we were getting what we would find in Greece. The employees were all so knowledgeable about the menu and we had great service. I recommend this place to anyone I know visiting Boston and we would definitely come back! read more

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I had an incredible experience at Krasi and think that this may be my new favorite restaurant in Boston. Everything was perfect. FOOD Each dish was perfect. My friend and I shared the following: * Taramosalata * Pantzaria * Pita - changes daily; was amazing * Giouvetsi - this lamb osso buco + orzo combo was amazing * Halva ice cream + chocolate cake - so good DRANK Greek white wines are delicious! I had a glass of Malagousia. It was fruity and went well with all the food. They also have the Xynisteri from Tsiakkas, which I've tried before and love - I highly recommend that, too! VIBE The vibe is chic, intimate, clean, and modern. Located right off of Newbury street, which is also great to explore. SERVICE The service was outstanding! Everyone was so nice, helpful, and extremely quick. MONEY THO Not bad at all! My friend and I had 5 dishes + 1 glass of wine each, and we paid less than $70/person. Great value. read more

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Really good spot! They have a very solid wine selection. Definitely something for every taste and prices are relatively reasonable. Service was really good! But the most important, the food, was definitely excellent! We had 9 dishes for 3 people, a lot of food since the portions are quite generous but everything was tasty! The slow cooked veal, the dips and the peach salad were our favorite! read more

Krasi - Some of the breads and dips options - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Modern Greek-Mediterranean cuisine. Excellent service. Small restaurant hard to make a reservation. If you don't have one I don't know if you can get a table. Is super busy . Food was absolutely delicious. read more

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I had a great experience dining here at Krasi! We were seated quickly, the service was attentive without being overbearing, and the food was unique and tasty. We ordered 4 dishes to share between 2 people, which was more than enough food! My favorite item by far was the Taramosalata dip. The tarama was light, creamy, and flavorful. The monkfish was also delicious. They also have an extensive wine list that was a bit too long for me to make a decision on my own. Our server was very helpful with this! After asking for our wine preferences, she brought over two wines for us to taste before we made our selection. Any restaurant that provides a tasting before making a selection on beer/wine is highly ranked in my book! I was able to book a table for a late (8:45pm) dinner 1 week in advance, so I would definitely look into reservations earlier if you have a bigger group or want a specific dining time. Overall, this is a great spot for a dinner date or simply a delicious meal with friends and family. read more

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Good vibes and the restaurant itself was gorgeous inside ~ I wanna sit in the window bay seating next time Service was questionable but the food was good so maybe I'll give it another shot read more

Went here for a breakfast and dinner. Both times were amazing. Food is mouthwatering. It's all tapas style. It's hard to get a dinner reservation so I would advise booking in advance. There are no cocktails as far as I remember and mostly it's wine. Service is pleasant. Would definitely come back for more. read more

One of the few actually great restaurants in Boston with good food, energy, and also somewhat centrally located. I thought the food was great- the ppl who operate the restaurant seem like native Greek people (I might be wrong) but they certainly seemed quite authentic and genuinely enthusiastic about their menu offerings. I would highly recommend for friends, family, or dates. Fyi, it's quite loud and dim. Enjoy! read more

My friends and I came here for brunch on a Sunday and sat inside. The ambiance when you first enter is amazing! The bar is really lavish and the decor feels really luxurious. We had a reservation-- I'm not sure why Yelp says no reservations but they do take them! We saw that they had carafes of wine for $20, so naturally we had to get that. We went with white and it was more than enough for our table! For dishes we ordered Lalagites, Solomo, Avga me Patates, and the Pita. The dishes were smaller than we imagined unfortunately but each one tasted really good! Other than the Solomo, the dishes were a little hard to share. We ordered with the intention of sharing each dish, but I think everyone having their own plate would work better. Bonus point for having Aesop hand soap and hand cream in the bathrooms!! read more

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Krasi is an excellent restaurant that serves modern takes on classic Greek cuisine. I've been for dinner and brunch and neither disappointed, but their brunch is seriously out of this world. I most recently went for brunch so that's what I'll be reviewing / posting. Their bougatsa was pretty good (I'm Greek and from Thessaloniki so I'm very hard to please in this department) - not too sweet but filo could be crispier. Their saganaki was insane with a jammy egg on top and a bit of spicy pepper it was probably my favourite dish. We also had the strata - an egg type pie like a quiche with loukaniko stuffed inside. Their pita was also excellent, with vegetables and cheese this was also a favourite for me. The avga me patates were a different style than I'm used to but still good with bacon served underneath. I got the Aphrodite's Bellini to drink and it was delicious. Overall excellent experience - I definitely recommend. Probably best brunch I've had in a long while that wasn't just over priced eggs on toast. Follow me on ig for more recs @ sophiaeaaats ! read more

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My best part of the Boston trip! Absolutely fall in love with this place. The interior was well decorated and the server at the bar table was so nice. She did give us good recommendations on food choices and the dishes were so so good! The lamb is my fav, very well seasoned but not overwhelming, the texture was tender and moist. I also loved their chocolate dessert a lot! Prolly the best dessert I've had this year. If I ever visited Boston again I will def come back to Krasi! read more

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Overall it's not bad and yet, not good. Service is lacking (server is lovely - perhaps in weeds though) the table we're sitting at is way too small for 3 people which is right by the door and behind the host stand (??????); when you consider that the reservation was made a month in advance? Not ideal. Food is again not bad but utterly unremarkable. Perhaps an off night for the team? Or internet over-hype? read more

First time in Boston and had a wonderful night at Krasi! What a treat.... The food was delicious. The service was good. We would definitely come back to try all the items on the menu. Loved the Tselepos white wine from Santorini. read more

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Absolutely perfect night. Each dish better than the next, especially loved the snap peas, risotto and lamb shank. Menu suggestions by our stellar waiter,Jorge, were superb as was his wine guidance. Between food, service and price, by far the best meal we've had in Boston read more

Came here for dinner. This was one of my first times trying authentic greek food, and I was not disappointed. The atmosphere was incredible and the servers were so welcoming. We had a lot of fun with the Tzatziki, which was build for yourself. We tried lalangia, which was extremely tasty and fresh, as well as the xtapodi xydato and tuna dish. The food was presented very well, and I'd highly recommend this experience overall. read more

Krasi - tzatziki, xtapodi xydato - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

They recently introduced the brunch menu and I highly recommend for the aesthetics, taste, and service! Peinirli ($12): this is the egg boat looking dish that was absolutely delicious! It was super flavorful and savory, the bread/crust had the right amount of doughyness. This was my favorite thing and I would go to Krasi again just for this! The runny egg yolk also adds a nice creamyness to the dish. The metsovone cheese was absolutely amazing, providing a subtle cheese flavor that complemented the dish. Saganaki ($14): this was a quite interesting dish because it felt very familiar and new at the same time. I liked the combination of the cheese (feta and kasseri), the egg, and the tomatoes. However, I felt like the cheese was slightly too salty for me. I've never had barley rusk but I liked that it added a crunchy texture that never became soggy! It reminded me of croutons :) For drinks, I got the Aphrodite's Bellini and the Otto's Spritz. I personally liked the Bellini a little more because it wasn't as sweet and the spritz. I don't think that the drinks are necessarily strong but they were very delicious. I would definitely recommend Krasi for a nice brunch on newbury. The price point was great and I would recommend 3 dishes for 2 people to enjoy. Definitely get the drinks and the peinirli!! read more

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The food is absolutely exceptional. The menu changes all the time but the staff is so helpful in guiding you though the menu, especially if you are unfamiliar with Greek cuisine. The seating is limited so definitely make a reservation if you can, but if you can't, go at opening to put your name on the waiting list. I did this and I got a table within an hour! Ambiance is light and relaxed read more

Krasi - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Updating my review to 5 stars! Came back and I tried other dinner dishes and they were great - the baked chicken and pork pasta dish are incredible, as was the fried bread. I did vastly prefer the orange cake over their other desserts. Super friendly service and more peaceful vibe when it's slower! read more

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I thought it was super cute inside, the food was so yummy i really liked the spread that came with my brunch. Their pork was also very delicious. There was a large range of music playing though lol read more

Krasi - Solomo - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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One of the best spots in the area. Great food and service. Make your own dip is fantastic.

Just about everything was delicious. Came for dinner and brunch in the same weekend. Perhaps it was because it was our first time there, but I think the brunch is better than the dinner. The dips were all great, the bread was phenomenal, the salad was incredibly tasty with so many flavors. For the brunch the shredded potato dish was my favorite. I'm not a huge fan of goat cheese normally, but it definitely complimented the dish, adding a bit of tartness to every bite. For dinner, the lamb osso buco was very good, but not great. The meat itself could have been a bit more tender in my opinion. The orzo tasted tomatoey. It was all very filling. The octopus dish was confusing and unexpected. There was no indication on the menu that the octopus was ground up, so it was hard to tell there was even octopus in the dish. read more

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Just picture yourself in one of those Greek Islands. I haven't been to the Greek Islands yet but this restaurant probably gave me a big push to imagine what it's like and hop on a plane. The food is amazing in Krasi. The food is authentic Greek and they make everything fresh on site. I am going to go here on a regular basis. I fell in love with the Teramasalata, the lamb shank and the grilled octopus. It was sooooo good. The eggplant was just as good and I really enjoyed the orange cake for dessert. The service and staff were delightful. I can't say anything more than I love this place and you'd be a fool not to try this restaurant out. read more

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Great food, service and ambiance. On the overpriced side, but at least the food does not disappoint.

I came here with some of my friends to celebrate our college graduation. We made a reservation and were seated right when we got there at the large table all the way in the back. The menu was very new to us as we weren't familiar with Greek cuisine. Our server was very helpful in explaining the menu items, answering questions, and offering suggestions. We got a bottle of white wine to split among the 5 of us. We chose it based on the server's recommendation after we told him we wanted something sweeter and not too pricey. As for food, we were quite overwhelmed with all the different options despite our server helping us as much as he could. He suggested that we just do a "chef's choice" type of thing, which sounded great to us. We opted for around 10 dishes, and we got to try a wide range of things from pretty much every section of the menu. Some of my favorites were from the seafood section: makaronada (lobster pasta), xtapodi (grilled octopus), and bourdeto (fish of the day in a spicy tomato broth). We also had the giouvetsi (lamb osso buco with orzo) which was great as well. The other dishes I tried were also good but not as memorable to me so I probably wouldn't order them again. Overall I would recommend this place! It's a bit expensive, especially considering the dishes are meant to be shared tapas style so you should order 2+ plates per person. However, the atmosphere is nice and the service is great so it would be a good setting to celebrate a graduation, birthday, anniversary, etc. read more

I came to Krasi on a whim when looking for a new restaurant to try. It was great to snag a seat at the bar at Krasi, where the menu, artwork, and vibes are decidedly and unapologetically Greek. Jimmy was a super friendly bartender and offered recommendations. He guided me toward my entree (more on that later) and I asked for a pairing recommendation. He pointed me to one bold wine that I tasted, although I wasn't in love with it and so I tried a second. While it was lighter and a little out of the way of my typically favorite grapes, that's part of the fun. It was the Plakota from Cyprus. The wine menu is intentionally 100% Greek, and I've had fun at a few Greek restaurants learning about Greek wines. The tables were pretty busy on this particular Saturday night, although the bar area cleared out quickly. It smells faintly of good olive oil in the restaurant, which I take as a great sign. Mastija apertif was super interesting! You really have to try it, as a text description doesn't begin to capture the melange of flavors...but I'll try: Meyer lemon, freshly cut grass (in a good way), and a ton of herbs packed into a little glass! I had the pastitsio rollo, which is made with egg pasta, braised short rib, and among other things, cinnamon. My interest was piqued by the cinnamon, but I have to say, the cinnamon was perfectly noticeable but NOT overpowering. It was really an amazing balance that I am impressed they pulled off so nicely. I followed this up with a dessert wine, courtesy of Jimmy's recommendations. All in all, this was great! All the servers seemed to genuinely enjoy their jobs and each other's company, and everyone who worked there seemed to radiate friendliness. That sounds extra, but it was true. I'm super excited to come back and get some more of Jimmy's recommendations! read more