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    Opa The Phoenician

    3.5 (172 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    We had a group of three and food just started showing up. Lamb chops, chicken, filet, shrimp, calamari, grape leaves, fattoush. Nobody ordered their own thing, it all just went in the middle and we figured it out from there. That's the kind of meal it was. Great food, great friends, and a table full of plates that kept the conversation going all night. The fattoush was fresh and crisp, the grape leaves were the real deal, and the lamb chops were insanely good. The family that owns this place actually cares. You feel it in the food and you feel it in the way the staff treats you, like they want you to leave happy, not just full. That's not an accident, that's a family that takes pride in what they put out. If you're going with a group, go hungry and order a little bit of everything.

    Their food is unequaled in quality and taste! We all greatly appreciated seeing the beautiful mural honoring Iryna Zarutska. Thank you to the owner, and the amazing artist, for your heart and compassion towards the tragic victims and the grieving families of a warped, unjust, soft-on-crime system.

    Vijay S.

    I've gotten take out from here for a while. I've always gotten the same dish, chicken kabob from here. The dish is good though it used to be better before and it's more expensive now. Their grape leaves are pretty good, though I'd prefer them just plain. Service is pretty good. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. It's an excellent spot for shisha and having a great night on Fed Hill otherwise.

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    Maisune E.

    went for what felt like the 100th time to Opa yesterday evening. brought my family in from out of state. had the shanklish which my grandmother said tasted like her childhood in Lebanon. and the salad Opa with lamb and kafta added. i still can't believe that salad exists every time i eat it. Chef Joseph came out to say hello and i introduced him to my family, and they hit it off like longtime friends. vibes were immaculate for a saturday evening rainy dinner. forgot to take photos of my salad but captured the shanklish. so generous.

    Calamari and eggplant dip
    Theresa R.

    The staff was very welcoming and kind which is refreshing in these post pandemic times. We were quickly seated on a Friday evening and everything came out fresh and delicious.

    This was supposed to be fondue style cheese with bread...
    Amy G.

    Our server was great so that is why I am giving two stars instead of one. The food leaves much to be desired. We ordered the cheese galleon which was supposed to be fondue style cheese with bread and what they sent out was cold barley melted cheese and ritz crackers. Garlic shrimp was still raw and smelled fishy so we didn't end up eating it. Drinks were good, hookah was good. There are a ton of places on the hill that are better options, which is a shame since there is a lack of solid Greek food in the area.

    Mixed Grill Kabob
    Tanya V.

    If you like loud and fun places- this one is for you ;) Great service, the waitress was very professional and food came out very fast . Meat was very good , drinks were ok . I would definitely recommend! ;)

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    great food and atmosphere as well as friendly service. It's always a favorite and trusted providence restaurant.

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    Love Love this place! The food portions are perfect and the food is seasoned to perfection. One of my favorite places on the Hill!

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