Yalla was great. I was on my way back from Haverhill and saw this on the google machine…read more I had the yalla cheese rolls.. I ate one in the car and finished them before I got home. Potentially the best, most unique thing I've ever eaten. Chicken Shawarma wrap, Lebanese style was very good also. I should've added onions, but that part is on me. Would return

Excellent assortment of Greek food prepared in a visible and immaculate kitchen. Decent wine…read moreselection. Tasty baked pastries. Lamb is prepared beautifully and never overcooked.

Pardon the half eaten plate pictures, we were mid bite when we decided this place deserved a great…read morereview! Just moved and picky about middle eastern food and this hit all the right spots. - chicken dinner plate came with an excellent (already eaten) salad, fresh fries, and very good baba ganoush. Salad had lots of fresh veggies including peppers and cucumber and tomato along with plenty of whole fresh mint leaves- loved it. Chicken was super fresh and crispy yet not overcooked. - wrap was HUGE! Excellent value for $14- for a normal person could def be 2 meals or a very hungry 1 meal Staff was kind and cool, music was great, and super clean. Would recommend!

food is mediocre and certainly not authentic falafel need…read moreto be fresh made from scratch, and bathrooms need to be provided when you guys are a dine in establishment in fact, it is against the law not to have customer bathrooms

Fantastic restaurant! I went for dinner last night and the food was delicious. I got the beef…read moreshawarma. The food was reasonably priced and service was excellent. The dining room was quiet and had fancy decor. I will definitely be back!

Fantastic Lebanese restaurant with plenty of seating for events, yet still intimate and romantic…read moreenough for a date night. If you're driving, keep in mind it's street parking only. I'd recommend giving yourself a little extra time during busy hours. Our server was wonderful. She offered thoughtful recommendations, was attentive throughout the meal, and even wrapped up our leftovers for us. Everything we ordered was delicious and served in generous portions. If you're a fan of beef tartare, I highly recommend the Kibbee Nayye. It's beautifully prepared and served with olive oil, raw onion, fresh mint, and pita. The Family Platter #2 is also a fantastic option if you want to sample a bit of everything. Our favorites were the baba ghannouj, layered kibbee, and the super refreshing tabouli. We ended the meal with the Katayef Ashta, a pancake filled with sweet cream that reminded me of ricotta, and it was the perfect finish. We can't wait to come back!

Al Wadi is a gem. Everyone that works here/the service is amazing…read more I only had an appetizer on my first visit, but am coming back for more. This place is special. Come enjoy/respect the food and the joy you are about to experience. Nice bar seating for solos/couples and a nice dining space for larger groups.

The food was excellent. I came with a group of friends to celebrate my birthday and the service was…read moregreat, they put glitter on the table, gave me a card, etc. The restaurant itself is pretty and elegant offering a nice ambiance. And I loved that they had a parking lot with ample space. Definitely will be coming back.

I find myself traveling from Boston, just to get a taste of their Persian food…read more Everyone is so kind and hospitable!! I have had a bunch of their dishes and the 2 that stick out to me is the Kabab Koobideh and the Gheymeh Bademjoon! A great 3rd party space to meet other Iranians aswell! Their store front next to the restaurant has everything you could ever want to!!

We had a business lunch at Cafe Vanak in Belmont and were extremely pleased with our overall…read moreexperience. Vanak is small, with only 6 tables, though we noticed a brisk take out trade during our 3 hour visit. Vanak is not fancy and one needs to know that a visit here is entirely about great Persian fare. Be prepared to either wait for a table or to settle for take out. Reservations are strongly recommended. Vanak has an impressive menu covering beef, lamb, chicken, fish, and vegetarian dishes. Everything is authentic and is served with a more than generous portion of rice. The difference in dishes isn't just the protein; there are at least ten different seasoned rice on offer. Our entrees were shared by four people and three dishes were more than enough. The Lamb Shank with Fava Bean and Dill Rice is exceptional. The shank was slow simmered and the ample amount of meat was melt-in-your mouth delicious. The Dill Rice is uniquely seasoned and we highly recommend this dish. Chicken with Barberry and Saffron Rice is another interesting dish. The quarter chicken is also slow cooked and nicely savory. The Barberry adds an interesting taste profile to what would otherwise be a standard Persian dish. No Persian meal would be complete without Koobideh Kababs and Vanak's rendition is very nicely seasoned. The Kababs were served on a bed of Sangak, the rustic Perisan wheat bread. We finished with baklava which was topped with chopped pistachios and Saffron ice cream. The servings here are authentic and generously portioned. Vanak offers a unique change of pace for lunch which we recommend.

Convenient spot for a good shawarma. I got the Arabi Chicken Shawarma Plate. The wrap and garlic…read moresauce were definitely tasty but skewed toward the oilier side. Fries were pretty standard

I had catering from here once back in college and I remember these dolmades being life changing.read more

I highly recommend stopping into Lawadessa if you're looking for quality Middle Eastern food. The…read morerestaurant here is quite small, yet busy, and seems to do a fair number of takeout/pickup orders, but the menu is full of great options, and the portion sizes were large enough that I was able to make a second meal out of it. I ordered their chicken shawarma meal plate, which comes with chicken, rice pilaf, a side salad, hummus, and a pita. The chicken is topped with a hefty amount of their garlic cream sauce, which is absolutely fantastic. The only real area of improvement I think I could recommend here would be the service. The staff wasn't overly friendly or inviting, didn't show any warm welcome to guests, and seemed a bit irritated at the counter. Other than that, the experience was good and the food was worth the trip.

One falafel and chicken shawarma wrap to go. The wraps were big and the ingredients were fresh. The…read morefalafel was good but not the best we've had. The chicken was tasty and well seasoned.

Ambiance was pleasant. Plenty of parking. Service was attentive,…read moreFood was exceptional. Raw kibble was awesome. Lamb kabob tender and lamb chops perfect.

We celebrated my birthday with a lovely lunch at Sevmar Bistro in Salem. Everything was delicious!…read moreWe all ordered the chicken kebab with rice, grilled vegetables, and a side salad, and for appetizers we shared pita chips with hummus and pita along with spanakopitas. For dessert they surprised me with a birthday slice of carrot cake, which was the perfect sweet ending. The space is beautifully decorated with floral aesthetics and a bright, welcoming atmosphere. There's even a real London red phone booth outside the entrance, and we each got a cute red phone booth keychain to take home, which was such a fun touch. For drinks, my friends tried the special martinis while I had the raspberry fizz, which was super refreshing and perfect for welcoming the spring season. The food was fantastic and the service was friendly and attentive. There's also plenty of parking, which is always a plus. The only tiny con was the music overhead was a bit loud... let's just say at one point our table conversation sounded more like we were at an indoor concert than having lunch. Another small downside was the bathroom situation--there seemed to be only one or two stalls for men and women, so there was a bit of a wait Overall, it was a wonderful birthday spot!

Everything! From the decor to the baklava-service and food was amazing!…read more Even the background music complemented the meal! Arête!

Excellent meal, we love Tapas so we stuck to that part of the menu. The restaurant itself is in a…read morestrip mall beside a Dunkin's, the decor is simple but modern. Service was great, he knew people by name, was very attentive and friendly.

This is my favorite restaurant in Sudbury. I come regularly and sit at the bar where the bartenders…read moreare welcoming and wonderful. I get the live the anejo manhattan (not on the menu). The first time I came I got the beef stroganoff and it continues to be a favorite. The flavor development is amazing! The mixed seafood grill is also delicious. Grape leaves yummy. Everything is quite tasty, wonderful service, great bar, and comfortably upscale environment. Weekend nights you'll need a res.

We love going to El Basha. Tonight Rebecca was our server and she elevated what is an already great…read moreexperience. Our food was, as always, delicious. She is friendly, attentive, and made for a really nice evening out. Thank you El Basha for another wonderful dining experience.