I came to Istanbul Diner cafe after seeing some great reviews online and it did not disappoint…read more When I arrived, the ambiance was very quaint. It was a smaller restaurant with a fair amount of seating. The servers were very friendly and able to assist in what I should get. I got the CHICKEN SHISH BOWL which had rice, lettuce, cabbage, pita, grilled chicken and a white sauce (whatever it is, it made the dish) Great experience and will be recommending to others !

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.

Consistently excellent. One of my favorite spots around the area. Whenever I feel like a great,…read moreindulgent meal, I tend to go for Halal Eatz. High-effort, well-executed and conceived takes on middle eastern and American food - lamb over rice, falafel, burgers, hot chicken sandwiches, hummus. Chicken is their strongest suit, in my estimation. They do amazing chicken tenders and chicken wings, paired with a tasty sauce and breaded for a really killer crunch. I love em. Same goes for their chicken burgers, chicken over rice combos, and chicken wraps. Lamb here is great, as is the falafel. I haven't had a bad meal with either. I tried their hummus on a recent trip and thought it was good. Nothing mind-blowing but better than the average. Also want to call out their waffle fries and onion rings, which are perfectly done. I love em to death. Whatever my main is, my side will typically be either the chicken tends or the waffle fries. For the negatives, their non-burger beef offerings suffer from the beef having lots of chewy bits in them. For example, their steak and cheese should be a sure thing, but every bite had a bit chewy bit I had to stop eating to pull out. They also overdo it on the mayo/sauce for that sandwich. So yeah, avoid their steak bomb and steak and cheese. I haven't tried their milkshakes but I am very sure they do a great job. Halal Eatz is one of those places you can usually trust to do a new item very well.

We were craving burgers and found Halal Eatz on Yelp when I was in the Burlington, MA area. I…read moreplaced an online order for their smash burger, a classic cheeseburger, waffle fries, and a cookies n cream milkshake. The burgers were juicy and cooked perfectly and weren't overly salty either. There was a nice amount of grilled onions in my smash burger too. I love waffle fries and couldn't resist when I saw them on their menu. I was greeted with a warm welcome walking in and the cashier seemed genuinely appreciative of my business. Went back a second time a few days later for a double classic cheeseburger and another cookies n cream milkshake. The restaurant is small but has a few dining tables and clean. The free hot tea is a nice touch! Halal Eats is located just a few miles from the Burlington Mall and is well worth the short drive!

I am not typically a huge fan of restaurants, but I've walked past Zam Zam in the mornings and…read morefrequently peer in, intrigued. It came to mind when I was craving Indian food this evening and surpassed my expectations. It was quiet inside, so very easy to hold a conversation. Not overwhelming or overstimulating the way most restaurants are typically. I felt I needed to try something other than my typical tikka masala, and the waitress recommended the lamb curry. It came with a generous portion of rice, and we also ordered naan. The naan came out warm and flavorful, and my lamb was sweet, spicy, and delicious. I filled up on rice simply so I could have some lamb left to take home. Otherwise, I would have polished it off very quickly. The water is not iced, which was perfectly fine, as I prefer my water to not be overly chilled. I ordered a mango lassi to finish off my meal and it had a rich mango taste, though was thinner than most lassis I have had. This is neither a positive nor a negative; and in fact, I did manage to drink it all without procuring a stomach ache. So that is a win. Our waitress was attentive, though perhaps not friendly. She took our order correctly and efficiently and split the check for us at the end. I would most certainly return and am eager to try their other dishes.

We found this place had good reviews online and my friend was in the mood for Indian food. I was…read morevery surprised when we walked in that we were the only customers besides a person picking up food for delivery. A person came out and seated us right away while mentioning that things were very slow. i was surprised since it was a Friday night during peak dinner hours. I ordered garlic naan as well as chicken tikka masala. The naan was absolutely fantastic!! I ordered my tikka masala to be mild but I found it somewhat spicy. It was still delicious and I enjoyed it. Restaurant appears dated and in need of some updates. Service was good.

New restaurant in the area, it did not disappoint! They have a very typical fast food menu, but…read morealso some delicious Persian style food such as Koobideh. I got the Koobideh sandwich, and my bf got the chicken gyro. Both were AMAZING. My sandwich was loaded with roasted veggies, and the sauces were so good. Portions were generous and prices were great. We also got some chocolate cake that was scrumptious. Can't wait to go back and try more... great friendly service too. Support local and try them out!! Parking can be tricky on Franklin, but it's worth the trip.

Can't say enough good things about HCH! Beef Roganjosh is an absolute MUST, and the Biryani is huge…read moreand perfectly seasoned. Garlic naan was buttery and very much not afraid of garlic, and the samosa were huge and perfectly golden fried! If you're not in the mood for sumptuous Indian / Bangladeshi fare, the fried chicken feels like being transported to a bodega in Queens or the Bronx... just SHATTERINGLY crispy and flavorful. Ask for extra tamarind sauce to dunk it in, or crack open a bottle of Franks and go to town! If all this wasn't enough, the staff at Hot Chix are incredibly friendly and generous, and the menu overall is (in my opinion) super affordable! If you've been on the fence, you should definitely take the plunge!!

Tasty, quality food. Friendly service. Convenient location in Medford Square. Multiple delivery…read moreoptions. While there is seating for ten, it's cozy. I usually get takeout but dropped in on a Sunday afternoon and had the place to myself. As with any small shop, pick up yourself if you can so a) you don't pay delivery fees and b) they don't lose money to the likes of Uber and DoorDash.

I absolutely loved my meal at Istanbul Diner in Saugus! I ordered the Chicken Shish plate and an…read moreeggplant dip with pita, and the seasoning was delicious. The pita deserves a special mention: thin and crispy, yet soft at the same time. It was unforgettable! I would come back for that bread alone, but the whole meal gave me plenty of reasons to return. The restaurant is spotlessly clean and very spacious, and the staff are friendly and welcoming. Another huge plus for me was the easy parking. I had wanted to try several Turkish restaurants, but after driving around looking for parking, I would get discouraged and give up. Finding this place on Route 1 in Saugus made all the difference--I could park without any trouble and enjoy my meal. Wonderful food, lovely people, and a comfortable place to eat. I'm so glad I found it, and I'll definitely be back. Highly recommend!

This along with Ali Baba was recommended by an Uber driver from Morocco I met recently. He was spot…read moreon...this place offers very enjoyable food without the hype and ridiculous overpricing found in many allegedly "Middle Eastern" places closer to the center that cater more to tourists. It sits along the industrial drabness of Route 1, but once you step inside the place has vibrant bright colors and a spacious, airy vibe. There's no table service---you order at the counter, and a lovely young woman brings you the food prepared in the kitchen. The wait was not bad---if it comes straight out there is a high likelihood it's not freshly made, so this is actually a good sign. You are also asked to bus your own utensils and plates/bowls afterwards---I guess they have to minimize labor costs in order to keep their prices reasonable. The food itself is among the best Mediterranean I've ever had. Grape leaves, cucumber yogurt, hummus and baba ghanoush were top-notch. Nice touch: free "Turkish tea" you can serve yourself next to the counter in little cups! I was happy that it was not pre-sweetened like the super-sweet mint tea you are given everywhere you go in Turkey. Just two somewhat odd things: they were a bit stingy with the bread (warm, delicious pita that might actually have been freshly made) that came with our Appetizer Sampler, and also a bit stingy with the lemon wedges that you usually get in abundance at this type of Mediterranean food place, which is essential for tenderizing and bring out the flavor of the grilled meats. I liked the grilled lamb the most because it was the most tender, though I wish it had more fat and more of that "gamey" lamb flavor. I did find the chicken and beef a little bit overcooked---but those of you who prefer your meats "well done" will no doubt enjoy it. And you do get a nice mustard-mayo dip that you can apply to the meat as well as the fries. Everything comes with an ample side of both white rice and orange bulger rice, so you definitely won't leave hungry! Anyway, certainly plan to go back to explore more of the menu!

The chicken sizzlers were excellent as was the chicken karai…read more There was no working bathroom. Massachusetts law requires a sit down restaurant with a seating capacity of 20 or more seats to have a public access restroom!!

I was here again today.. the food is excellent, the space the decor the ambiance is great... some…read moreof these food items that they serve are expensive to make but they provide it at a very good price.. paya and haleem are not cheap dishes but they serve it at a very cheap price.. if i was local I'd spend more time here. I do like this place

Ordered the platter with chicken and it was disappointing - needed a little more spices and salt…read more The colors are vibrant and seem flavorful but it was not. The sauces included were good but spicy. At least the portion was generous and the delivery was fast.

One of my favorite halal places to go to. I always get the chicken over rice with a lot of white…read moresauce and red sauce. The staff is always friendly and quick. You can sit in and eat or take out. They also sell the white and red sauce bottles which I love to have to make meals at home. The ambiance is always refreshing

Was in the mood for Indian and the Masala Square menu intrigued me…read more Had very timely delivery to the Back Bay area of Boston via Uber Eats. Ordered the fabulous chicken tikki masala, garlic naan and samosas. All was absolutely delicious!!! Will plan to keep Masala Square towards top of my favorite delivery places.

Was really craving some Indian food but this spot wasn't my fave. Ordered takeout and the chicken…read moretikka masala was way too sweet, sweetest I've ever had it taste. The garlic naan really lacked in flavor. I decided to try samosas for the first time and those were good, but I have nothing to compare them too. Maybe some of their other dishes are better but I plan to try another spot next time for chicken tikka.