They had a terrible evening. Restaurant had perhaps 25 diners. It was not full. Apparently there appeared to be no one in the kitchen to cook food. They had many items on the menu that were not available. It was Saturday night. Seems you might have a well stocked pantry on a Saturday night. ?? We arrived at 6pm with a party of seven and with 6pm reservations. We departed at 9:45 having gotten the last dinner delivered to us at 9:15. The three young ladies that were wait staff spent much time doing very little and did not solicinew drink orders or more water etc. Everything was time late. The food was generally good except for the one hour late order that was poorly microwaved. The manager comped us perhaps 15% off a $600'bill. But it was a disappointing evening. Everyone can have a bad night and maybe they can fix this and never repeat it. read more

Food and wine were fantastic but Jordan really made our visit special. He was so friendly, helpful with menu suggestions and funny. He recommended a red wine for my husband and a white for me and both were excellent. We are vegetarian so we ordered the tomato and burrata salad, fried potatoes, hummus, and a mushroom farro dish, all of which were delicious, and paired so well with our wines. Thanks, Jordan for such a lovely evening. read more

Servia - Tomato & burrata salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Servia was fantastic! My birthday buddy and I had an excellent dinner. She is vegetarian. We shared the brussels sprouts , which were so tasty, and she loved the Mushroom Farotto. I had the Roasted Lemon Chicken, which was delicious. The cocktails were well-crafted. We had plenty to take home, and the very kind Michaela neatly boxed up everything for us. Service was more European-style: it was a bit slower, with less checking-in. We could enjoy our drinks and food without interruption. Servia is a great place for a nice night out. We were seated right by the window and enjoyed people watching. read more

The pork chop was amazing and cooked to perfection. The service was accommodating and attentive. The place is lovely and inviting. Highly recommend. read more

Servia - Pork chop was perfect. Excellent meal; wonderful service. They are lovely. Highly recommend this place. - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Food and Service are excellent here! The lamb tajine is one of my favorite dishes in Boston. Jordan, our server was an absolute pro. Kind, helpful and highly skilled! He took no notes, gave us good advice on the wine and even brought us some wine to taste when my mum struggled to pick. He remembered us from a visit about 6 months ago. The souvlaki to share is simple but well executed and is a great dish for sharing. Lastly the ambience is warm and refined without being stuffy. Feels like a well appointed living room in a nice house. read more

Three years after our first experience at Servia and it is still only a three star experience. The atmosphere is nice, the location is terrific, and the staff is genuinely helpful and friendly. But the overall execution remains a problem. There were only two servers on valentines day for a packed restaurant. Many people had to wait a long time to have their orders taken or to get attention for dessert of the bill. We had to wait about 30 minutes to gain a servers attention to pay the bill and leave. To add to the situation, they ran out of the only chocolate dessert on Valentines Day! The food choices are still intriguing, but if I want good Middle Eastern food I will go to Mood next time. read more

I wanted to be nice, so I put down two stars. Those stars are for the food, which deserved 4 stars. I'd say the same for the drinks, except our server was so clearly not committed to serving us we had to get up and go find her. Mind you, WE WERE THE ONLY PATRONS IN THE RESTAURANT! The service was almost on purpose terrible. After ordering our food and drinks, we waited and waited. It was uncomfortable how empty the place was as nobody except us sitting in the room, no waitress, no manager, no busser, AND the AC was turned off - but not in the bar which is where the waitress, manager, and Bar Tender were happily hanging out, which I discovered when hunting down the waitress for a second drink. 10 minutes later the second drink arrived. She apologized for being "inattentive" acknowledging that I had to go find her. That was nice, but then her service didn't change. It was like she was leaning on her good looks to serve us. I regret the 17.98% percent tip I gave her. Bottom line, this felt like a restaurant management issue. Servía does not serve. read more

Great food and wonderful service. The atmosphere is lovely, and the cocktails were also delicious. I would definitely come back when in the area. read more

Great food and ambience. Perfect spot for date night. The service is also great. I would 100% recommend.

Having seen the reviews and after looking at everything on the menu, this was going to be a great place for our last meal - or so we thought. We started off with a few appetizers, both of which were a little bland. The stuffed zucchini blossoms were VERY bland and needed some sort of salt or sauce to give them some life and were very disappointing. The lamb cigar rolls were ok, but were supposed to come with a dipping sauce, but instead had a few dots of the sauce on the rolls themselves, and thus were a little dry and could have been much better and more flavorful. My wife got the lamb chops. They were good, but not as tender as we had hoped, and a little small. I got the duck and orange gastrique, and I really liked my meal. It was very good - easily the best dish of the night. When we got the bill, we saw we had been charged $8 a glass for 'sprite', which was actually lemonade, and not told that it was per glass, or what the cost would have been for the 'sprite' - otherwise we would have stuck to water. My one meal was not worth the overall bad experience we had here. read more

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Came to Servia after work for my birthday with my wife and mother. Had the place to ourselves which was really nice. The staff was very friendly and gave great suggestions on the menu and drinks. We got a the grilled mixed souvlaki to share which was delicious. Something different than the typical meal in Boston that I would highly recommend. read more

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Went here at 530pm. Not a single person inside. No staff to be found. It was weird. We had a large group that would have loved to eat here but unfortunately couldn't find a person. The kitchen was empty. We could have cooked our own food I guess. read more

My husband and I came here on our last night in Boston. I was intrigued by the menu and we were excited to try everything out. To say it was a disappointing last meal in Boston is an understatement. The place was DEAD - maybe that should have been a warning sign. What we ordered: STUFFED ZUCCHINI BLOSSOMS (ricotta, mint, parmigiano reggiano cheese filling). Extremely bland. Gosh, it needed some salt or some sauce to be semi-edible. LAMB CIGAR ROLLS (braised lamb rolled in phyllo dough, spicy red pepper dip). There was no dip. Just a couple of dots on the actual rolls. Again, super bland and lacking flavor. GRILLED LAMB CHOPS (pomegranate marinade, vegetable caponata, wild berry compote). 3 mini lamb chops. Like mini. Barely any many meat to taste the pomegranate marinade. I felt bad for having to pick the chops up to GNAW on them to get any meat off. DUCK & ORANGE GASTRIQUE (mushroom farrotto, garlic & oil wilted broccoli rabe). Best decision of the night for my husband. gosh.. I wish I had gotten this. Very good! We skipped dessert because nothing caught our eyes. Then we got the bill... I ordered an iced tea and then asked for another once my meal came out. The iced tea was not on the menu, so shame on me for not asking about the price, but shame on this restaurant for not telling me I would be charged $8 dollars per glass. Mind you the glasses are around 6-8oz. So I paid $16 for 16 ounces of tea. Must have had to pull it out of the harbor. Super disappointing experience. Would advise others to skip this place. read more

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I live in NYC but was in Boston for a work trip and staying nearby, so I popped in for dinner one night. SO so good. They just underwent a management change and refreshed the menu and the interior space, but are temporarily locked out of their social media account and struggling to drive traffic in as a result. If you're nearby and worried that it's not crowded, DONT BE! Be happy you can get in and enjoy a fantastic meal. The whole staff is lovely and the food is delicious. Highly recommend!! read more

Service was amazing! Patrizia made the whole dining experience so wondeful. She knew every menu item (and its history) at the back of her tongue, gave us great recommendations and was a delight to chat with. The Carrot Labneh appetizer was so creamy and tasty! (5/5) Falafel appetizer was pretty good (4/5) Zuchini blossom fritters were recommended but we didn't love it. (3/5) Chicken kebab was cooked to perfection but could use a bit more flavor (4/5) Spicy sausage pizza was interesting. The thin crust is apparently made using burnt wheat berries which has its origins in Mediterranean history. While the taste was top notch, the crust was too soft / soggy for my taste. read more

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Really amazing food but quite expensive. We love the octopus, especially the potato foam! For entree, my favorite is the duck plate: the farrotto gives a slight crunch and the duck is very well-seasoned. The pear-mascarpone ravioli is a little sour and has an interesting taste. The lamb tajine is good, but has too much vegetable and fruits compared to lamb. read more

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We just moved here and per the reviews really wanted to check out Servia. My husband and I came tonight for dinner. I'll say everything we enjoyed first. The ambiance was great, modern/lively. I enjoyed my cocktail (one with mezcal and pomegranate) and my husband enjoyed his wine. Together we shared the mezze sampler, a lamb harissa kebab order, a chicken kebab order, and the servia salad. Ample food for us! The servia salad was amazing- well balanced with dressing and well seasoned. Felt very light and was a very generous portion. The veggies were chopped finely which I liked as well. The lamb and chicken kebabs were flavored and marinated well. Both orders came with two mini skewers. They paired nicely with the sauces they were served with and were just the right amount for us in terms of portion. The mezze platter was delicious. We enjoyed the walnut dip (muhammara), the spicy and regular hummus, and the baba ghanoush. The carrot labneh was a little sweet and creamy for my taste but still tasted good. The Tabouleh had a wonderful flavor, with a hint of mint that really added to its taste profile. I spooned some of the mezze dips into the Tabouleh which was yummy for sure. The part of the shared platter that didn't sit well was the pita. It was super hard to touch, and broke like cardboard. Some reviews mentioned black flour- not sure if this is why. My favorite part about Mediterranean food is when the pita is fresh, warm, and flavorful. We asked our waitress for warmer pita to see if this would taste better with our platter but she said it would be an extra charge. This was surprising to me because any Mediterranean restaurant I've been to generously offers more pita, especially if it has gone cold or hard. Otherwise we has a great experience. I would overall say Servia is a modern, lighter take on Turkish food but definitely could use some work in some areas especially the pita. read more

Servia - Sampler - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Great Greek food; the fried feta is amazing! Clean interior and friendly service, the chef herself came to our table to say hi :) This place needs to be more crowded, hidden gem in the North End read more

Servia - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I wish I had taken some photos but I was focused on the amazing food. Beautiful modern ambiance and a nice view of State Street, Servia is the best Mediterranean food I've had in years. Their roasted lamb shank served in a clay pot was one of the most delicious dishes I've had in a long time. Highly, highly recommend for anyone en route to the airport or visiting the ports or financial district of Boston. read more

We came in from Maine for a Sox game at Fenway and I was desperate for a meal that wasn't typical Maine Coastal as I'll have all summer. Servia fit the bill. My partner loved his Persian Fizz cocktail (yummy cardamom accents). We were eating early (post game and pre-drive) so had two mezes (stuffed figs and eggplant napoleon) and split one entree (a lamb tagine as good as I've ever had). Then of course we had to have desserts! Baklava and sour-cherry pavlova. Everything was first rate, the service was lovely. Would totally return! read more

Servia - Stuffed fig meze - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I visited Servia recently with a couple friends and had a great Mediterranean dinner! Vibe: upscale without being stuffy. It's a small space - so not a ton of tables- I'd recommend a reservation. Drinks: we each chose cocktails and they were all good. I went with the Turkish Cosmopolitan and found it to be delicious. Food: The food was delicious! I am already having cravings for a couple of item I especially liked (and my friends enjoyed too). We had the: MEDITERRANEAN SAMPLER, Lamb Cigar Rolls (I loved these), FRIED ZUCCHINI BLOSSOMS, and a chicken tapa in a pillow my puff. The only one I would not order again was the zucchini blossom. It's my opinion- that there isn't enough zucchini in it and it fell flat for me. The dessert - we split 2 desserts. The baklava (the ice cream that comes with is also fresh made) and the chocolate tort with cherry inside. It was small but rich. Both were amazing. Admittedly I'm a sucker for baklava and this one was also delicious. Service: our service was lovely. Both the waiter and manager came around to make sure we were cared for during our dinner. Overall, I really like my meal here and was a fun Boston find while on vacation. read more

Delicious apps (hummus, octopus, brussel sprouts) and meals (sea bass, roasted chicken) . Nice modern takes and complex versions of classics. Great servers. Atmosphere is clean and simple, not as great as the food but certainly in time. read more

Food was ok, but the service ruined it. We went there for our son drop off to college and last night dinner with our family of 8 people. We were told a number of items on the menu were "not available today." When we ordered an item not initially excluded, we were told "oh, that is not available either." We waited literally one hour after sitting to get any drinks or food (not even bread!). When our meals finally came, one item was missing. They told us "oh that one was over-cooked we have to remake it." Another delay. The server was unpleasant and not apologetic. The excuse was "short staffed." Not going back. read more

What a gem!!! My husband and I stopped by for dinner on a quiet Friday night during our weekend getaway in the city. The interior was spotless, modern, warm and inviting. All good vibes just upon entering! Derek, the owner and Jordan, the bartender took such good care of us. I was in the mood for Mediterranean food and the meal most definitely satisfied me. We started with the olives, hummus, muhammara, and mussels. They were all very delicious although my ultimate favorites were the hummus and muhammara (compliments of the owner). So complex and tasty especially with the house made pita bread made from black flour. Our main dish was the sausage pizza. It was spicy and cheesy and the crust was deliciously chewy! Such a good choice that was. We ended the meal with a their house made baklava and pistachio ice cream. What a memorable meal! I can't wait to return the next time I'm in town. read more

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Very aesthetic, upscale Mediterranean restaurant. Food I've tried: - MEDITERRANEAN SAMPLER ($28): the yufka bread was light and chewy, pairing well with the sampler. Flavor wise, it reminded me of a standard whole grain tortilla wrap. The hummus was on the "grainy" side, and it was not as creamy and smooth as I normally prefer my hummus to be. The spicy hummus was regular hummus, with added spices - it wasn't spicy per say, rather it was extra spiced. The baba ghanoush was pretty standard, flavorful but also lacking a touch of the regular creaminess of baba ghanoush. I could taste the individual chunks of eggplant more so than it being a cohesive texture. The tzatziki had the creaminess factor, and the textures were broken up by the cucumber slices. Overall it had a nice refreshing flavor. The carrot labneh was closest to the hummus, with a carrot tone. The muhammara was a cross between the hummus and baba ghanoush in texture. Flavor wise, there was a little nuttiness, a touch of smokiness. - FELAFEL ($15): it was nicely nutty with a pleasant texture. The jou jou bread tasted like whole wheat pita. Tasted like an above average felafel, not dry at all. - PEAR MASCARPONE PELMENI ($34): it tasted like a shell of pasta with savory fillings. It was definitely a combination of flavors I have not tried before, and I didn't know how to quite feel about it. For the price, the portion was quite small. - MOUSSAKA ($24): delicate layers of grilled eggplant and protein, in a red pasta sauce. This was the best dish out of everything I tried, as I thought the elements complemented each other. Everything was well seasoned and cooked. Atmosphere: - The dining area was not too big, but the décor is very classic, clean, and modern. - You do have to walk up a set of stairs to get to the dining floor, but there is an elevator making it quite accessible. Service: - The service was truly top notch, our server was extremely friendly and provided great recommendations. Overall: - I gave this restaurant 3 stars purely for the flavor. Every dish had highlights, but there was always a "it's good but ..." element. I will be honest and say I have probably grown to expect Americanized Mediterranean food and I cannot write a review from the point of someone who enjoys authentic Mediterranean food. But from my (limited) perspective, there was something missing in each of the dishes that prevented me from truly saying this is outstanding. Combined with the portion (pretty small) and price (pretty pricey) it came out to 3 stars purely for the food. However, the atmosphere and service were top notch. read more

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Absolutely highly recommend Servia. We ate here last night by chance for a late snack and were "wowed" by the staff, they superbly prepared and truly tasty cuisine. Along with the charming Lady who welcomed, seated, and served our orders, our server provided attentive, good customer service. We are definitely returning, probably sooner than later. read more

We dropped in by chance, but will return on purpose. Fantastic food, service and atmosphere. The cocktails are special with unique flavors and fresh ingredients, made by a bartender who is friendly and makes each drink with care. It's great to see this gem on State Street as the Financial District tries to get back on its feet again. Worth the visit!!!! read more

The food was so underwhelming & flavorless. The curry sambosek & the halloumi salad were good but the rest was underwhelming. Service was great. read more

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Waited 40 min to get water and menus. 2 people running very small rest. Food was not good..my Greek beef stew had broken pieces of cinnamon bark in it. Charged for bottle of wine $80 but no wine list. They need Robert Irvine to overhaul. Waiters were probably doing the cooking!!! Awful read more

Jordan! You've ruined us. We can't eat in the dinning room, because we had such a great time in the bar with you! Great food, great drinks, and even better company! We are going to be regulars... in the bar! More cocktail secrets. Smoked? Yes! Infused? Yes! It all works, be curious. Thanks! read more

This place is amazing!!!! Can't wait to go again. Absolutely delicious. 10/10. The staff was so friendly and accommodating. Food was incredible. read more

Servia - Vegetable tagine. - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Truthfully, food was OK, but we were served raw chicken. Management comped the chicken but didn't do anything else, even after we asked for it to be escalated to the chef. Wait staff were great though, very kind and accommodating. read more

Servia - Raw chicken kabob! - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I just stumbled in here one night on my walk through the Financial District in Boston and was totally blown away. I was immediately intrigued by their menu so decided to give it a shot. I sat at the bar which has the plexiglass separating the staff and guests. I felt totally safe from start to finish as the staff is masked up, seating is socially distanced and the entire place is IMMACULATE. I started with the Marrakesh Express which was a really cool craft cocktail with unique ingredients like Harissa and Aquafaba. The presentation was impressive and wish I took a picture! After that, I moved onto the Sultan of Swat which tasted like their creative take on a traditional cosmo. It was great...definitely had more than 1! They were so incredibly welcoming and hospitable that they brought me a complimentary plate of their homemade hummus w/ ancient grain pita they make in-house as well. It won me over...I dream of this hummus now. For my entree I ordered the Faroe Island Salmon with came with Beluga Lentils and a mixed greens salad. (I ordered the sauce on side as depicted, otherwise they drizzle it over the top). I am very picky about my Salmon but they nailed the temperature and the flavors kept me wanting more. Lastly, the PASHA PILLOW. I rarely order dessert but everything that came before was so good I wanted to experience as much of the menu as I could fit in my stomach. The picture says it all - edible gold, beautiful presentation...just deliciousness. I hadn't realized until I was ready to leave that they have an entire dining room and it's gorgeous and spread out. I've already gone back for a 2nd visit and definitely going to come back with friends and family so I have someone to share the Meze plates with!! 5 stars...highly recommend! read more

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I arrived at 1;50 pm a Saturday after driving for an hour. Both the website and the door said open from 11am to close. The door was locked and the host said they were closed until 5 for dinner prep. I understand staff shortages but it would be nice for opening and closing times to be transparent. read more

Servia - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great food and amazing service! We tried a few different dishes and they were all delicious. The moussaka is a must!

Wow. This was the best overall dining experience I have had in Boston. We walked into the most luxurious looking restaurant downtown. We weren't even sure if we were in the mood for Mediterranean but decided to give it a try anyway. We picked a table right by the windows to maximize the people watching. I can only imagine how much foot traffic is going to pass once COVID is under control. Derek came over to us and we instantly felt like his friends. He is so personable. He told us they opened in October after a year of delays. A restaurant opening during COVID... I can't even imagine. The entire staff was paid throughout the pandemic and never was left out to dry. The kitchen is almost all female staff! Derek gave us his business card before we left which he has his cell phone number on! He told us to text him anytime when we're coming in. He answers all of the restaurant texts in the morning for reservations (which you can also make online I believe) and other needs of customers. Take a look at the picture of my gin and tonic. That looks like a drink where the staff care. It's like a whole garden in a huge goblet! It was delicious. My boyfriend also got the Moscow mule which came just as beautifully dressed. The drinks were delicious and aesthetically pleasing. Now to the food. My mouth is watering as I type this. We started out with the falafel. It doesn't come with hummus so we got that as well (this was comped by management, just another thing showing how much they care about their customers). The first thing I noticed when I swiped the pita through the hummus was the quality of food. The quality stands out above all. We chatted with our waitress about this and she said basically everything there is organic, homemade, never frozen, and mindfully sourced. The HUGE chickpeas that come from Canada... nope! They buy them from a Middle Eastern supplier all natural. You can tell in the hummus, it makes a world of a difference. The hummus was creamy. The falafel was unbelievable. The sauce it comes with completely blew me away. It complements all of the flavors perfectly. Next came the meat cigars. When I say they melt in your mouth I am not kidding. I do not have words for how delicious these were. Inside is lamb and some other great flavors. The filo dough wrap was perfectly flaky and buttery. These were our favorite thing on the menu. Next (not pictured), we got the shrimp skewers. These were literal full shrimp (head, shell, and everything) poked through a stick and grilled to perfection. The waitress said they grill them this way to keep the moisture in and flavor intense. They succeeded at that. You have to take apart the shrimp (our waitress offered to do it for us she was so wholesome) with your fingers! The dipping sauce had a harissa/hummus flavor... very complementary. Next were the sliders. Wow wow wow. Again, you can tell the quality of all of the sourced ingredients. The harissa on the burgers was a little spicy but I personally think it's such an amazing and intense flavor. If you prefer things less spicy, just ask for that on the side. The medium rare little patties were perfectly cooked. For our last course we went with one of the pitzas! As you can see in the photo, the pitza crust is made of some kind of ancient grain. It's dark in color. It's also delicious in taste. The pizza was equal parts greasy comfort food, quality ingredients, and upscale dining. Overall, the experience at Servia is unmatched. We cannot wait to go back to see our friends there and try even more of the amazing food on the menu. Every single plate we tried was out of this world. We cannot wait to come back for more!! read more

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Quality like this is rarely seen in downtown Boston. Amazing food, and the staff made us feel like we were family! There's a chef's table in the basement that I plan on booking for events, and according to their Instagram they do wine tastings. Really hoping this place makes it; that Faneuil Hall area could really use a change from the standard bar fare/tourist food otherwise available. read more

This is an absolute 5 star restaurant!! First, from the moment you enter the restaurant, the host made me feel so warm and welcomed! They have sit down dining (which you might need to make reservation online to get a table on Friday night), bar seats, high table seats and outdoor seats. The two rooms are super bright, clean, enjoyable and well decorated. Food: we ordered Mediterranean sampler ( which is a bunch of Mediterranean dips served in super artsy plates) def a must order if you want to try a variety of amazing dips)! Moussaka is also a must order!! Loved the tender soft eggplants with lamb-beef-pork ragout! Loved how flavorful the whole dish taste! One of the best I've had in a loooong time! Lamb tagine was cooked to perfection! Lamb meat is super tender, the only downside is that the flavor is kinda plainish. But I mixed it with the hummus and baba ganoush from the sampler. It turned out great! Def a must visit and I will come back to try other dishes!! read more

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Stopped in here for lunch and I'm so glad I did. It was a cute, inviting, kind of modern yet inviting space at the same time. It's a small dining area, and you can see the few people in the kitchen getting dishes ready. Everything that came out looked delicious and it definitely made me want to try all of it. I ordered the moussaka and hubby got the pastitsio. We also ordered the beet and lebneh salad to share. All of it was phenomenal. The salad - WOW. The lebneh was so creamy and herby, and the bit of citrus just put it over the top. It really was like a dance of flavors that were really complementary of each other. My moussaka was everything. Comforting, warm, and full of savory-goodness. The tomato sauce was fresh and yet so sweet. The layers were absolute perfection. I'll be dreaming about this meal for a while, and would LOVE to come back here for another round. The portions are perfect- not overly gargantuous, but not too tiny either. I went in starving and left feeling satiated without feeling stuffed and like I needed to be rolled out of there (though, don't get me wrong- I wouldn't be mad about it if I had any leftovers). read more

I love trying out new restaurants and I found this one somewhere. Its very brand new and the atmosphere is great. The food was good and the service was even better. The tables were spread apart enough to make me feel safe given COVID. read more

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