This Turkish Mediterranean Restaurant Located in the Station 319 building where many businesses…read morehave failed but this business is proving that a great business can flourish even in tricky locations. This was our first visit on a Saturday evening and we were glad we made reservations as it was packed yet still maintained a great atmosphere. Our male server Burak was very attentive, professional, and very friendly. We ordered the Lavash with the mixed appetizer - tabouli, Mediterranean salsa, hummus, and Haydari. Chicken and Beef Kabobs as our entrees. Their signature cocktail Istanbul Peach Martini and a glass of Autorotas Sauvignon Blanc. As always the Lavash was amazing as was the Kabobs. The Kabobs came with a scoop of white rice, potatoes and a great salad with no lettuce, just marinated tomatoes. Cucumber, onion with herbs.

This is the second time I've been to Anatolia. Personally, I love Mediterranean. I took my mom and…read moresister there. I wanted them to experience and enjoy lavash bread. They got the beef kabob and shrimp sauté. All excellent. I preferred the pistachio baklava. The Turkish cookies were tasty - a bit too sweet for me. It is in the old train station on the border of Maine and NH. The lighting is comfy and staff are friendly and knowledgeable. The time between the meal and dessert was a bit delayed as our server seemed to forget about us. The first time I went there I ordered the falafel wrap -delish!

Wonderful experience, as always. We were serviced immediately, got a table top, during the busy…read morerush. I ordered the sausage ragú calabrese. It was a wonderful combination of spice, warmth, comfort, and wonderful pasta texture. It was loaded with sauce! Wonderful presentation and I topped it with table side Parmesan, as I requested.

All in all an average place that has a ton of potential. A few things on the negative side and then…read moresome positive things. I ordered a dirty martini, I swear it was half olive brine, my daughter ordered surf and turf which was the fillet and scallops. The waitress bought it out there was no scallops on there and told us that the surf was in the sauce and that was it. Two minutes later at the manager came over and bought the scallops that were supposed to be in it. Lastly, we ordered two other desserts to go and the pieces of cake that they gave us were half the size of what they were delivering to the table. I had the rack of lamb which was cooked perfectly and everything on that dish was really enjoyable. A place like that that charges so much money you just expect higher end service without those type of issues. My sense is the staff and entire staff seemed to still be training for some reason.

Will recommend Will return…read more when you walk in this place, this is order at counter to go or order at the counter and be seated and they will bring you your order. This is not a place where a waitress comes to your table to take your order. We are local to the area and I created a list of places that I would like to eat at and this was one of them. I had Mediterranean food once before and that was in North Carolina and this restaurant was way better. The food was hot. The food was fresh. The chicken, lamb beef and I know I'm forgetting one more but the four types of meat I had were very moist and very good. Very flavorful! proportions were great for a hungry lady after 8 1/2 hours of yardwork. I chose to do the spicy hummus and WARNING take WARNING that is very spicy. The pita bread was not stale. The staff was very friendly. I did say to them that I was willing to try anything they recommended. I was up for an adventure, and there was not much that I don't like and that's what she chose for me. The seating area was plenty. It was a little bit busy, which I was surprised to see. I just figured it wasn't going to be that busy, but it was. It seemed very family oriented. It was not loud at all. It also seemed to be clean. The chair is on the other hand they could use an upgrade. They were comfortable, but you can definitely tell by the armrest that they are used. I thought the price was also very reasonable considering

J-EYE-ro? JEER-o? YIEE-ro? So many opinions on how to pronounce gyro. But I pronounce it…read more"delicious!" I've sampled the chicken, the beef and the lamb. All absolutely excellent. The portion size is variable. I've had it "generous" and I've had it "Whoa - that's a LOT of food". They're not covered with a standard tzatziki sauce - theirs is more feta forward. Super tasty. The fries vary as well. Sometimes a bit crunchier and sometimes, while still crunchy, more toward McD fries style. But it's just the outer surface that crunches. Inside it's smooth and creamy. Top drawer. You'll find that they tuck a few fries into the wrap. A nice touch. The only negative point is speed. I've always been there early - the first for lunch. But it still takes a fair bit of time to get the food. Arrive during the crowded time and you're definitely going to be waiting around. But ... worth it. They have a lot more on the menu and have an interesting alcohol free beer/soda that was new to me and a nice change from actual soda. Definitely worth a visit.

I honestly am not sure where to start and end with my wife and l anniversary dinner at Cava this…read moreevening. My wife and I have close to or more than 1000 dining experiences in our time together. If Cava wasn't the best overall, it was an extremely close second. Our server Dan was awesome from start to finish. On point, Attentive, professional, and exceeded expectations on every level. Cava is a very intimate dining experience with a warm comfortable indoor and outdoor seating option. It is also very practical as a stop before going to the Music Hall, an important date or like us an anniversary. Cava is unlike many of the places we have visited over the years in the food category. Every course was exceptionally prepared, thoroughly thought out and professionally executed with excellent plating. I won't go into detail on every dish but suffice it to say there was enjoyment with every mouthful of every course. I ordered: Espresso Martini An Italian Pinot Grigio (with dinner) We shared the charcuterie plate First course - Mussels Second Course - Italian Meatball dish Third Course - Braised Flank Steak Fourth Course - Torte My wife ordered: A wonderful Rum with blackberry cocktail An Italian Pinot Grigio(with dinner) First Course- Warm Potato Soup Second Course- Stuffed and wrapped dates Third Course- Shrimp with Polenta Fourth Course- Blueberry Cheesecake

Located in a cute alleyway of Portsmith New Hampshire. Definitely grab a table out on the patio to…read moreenjoy the fresh air and ambience. I would recommend making reservations. We snagged a last-minute reservations and had the chefs tasting menu. We enjoyed everything!

Outstanding authentic Lebanese restaurant. The raw kibbe, fatoush salad, kafta, pita bread,…read moresambousek, kibbeh and spectacular baklava are standouts. Service was a little slow but quite friendly. Nice casual but not too casual ambiance

Previously had a great baba at Yalla. Reasonable. Last time…read moremy mate went in an ordered it to take out, it was $12. A bit much for eggplant. Astonished when he brought it home, I then looked at their menu. Prices have skyrocketed. Too rich for my pocketbook/

OMG - This place is amazing! This food is to die for!…read more My husband and I had the Chicken Shawarma sandwich and it was incredibley delicious - I'm still craving more!! The baklava was also a amazingly delicious treat within itself! The place is immaculate you could eat off the floors! Run, don't walk you'll miss out on all the goodness this little restaurant has to offer! I would give it 10 stars across the board if I could! So yummy!

Cute lil mom and pop deli. I ordered the falafel wrap and added feta. I probably could have gone…read morewithout the feta but it was delicious and huge. The pickles were a nice addition, even though it wasn't listed on the menu. Service was okay. I'm pretty we my friend and I caught them on a bad day. It was disorganized and Lola definitely seemed overwhelmed. There were a few customers who walked out because they weren't being helped for a while.

Ambiance Service…read more Food This place was such a wonderful surprise! Little restaurant in a little town...big time winner! It's so cute, great for a date night or dinner with friends. The service was good. A touch slow on drinks and I think our server forgot to put in one of our meals...it came out quite a while after the rest of the dishes. She was such a sweetheart though and they squeezed us in when they were really busy, so I couldn't dock a star for that because everything else was amazing. The drinks were delicious. The FOOD! Oh my gosh, it was all SO GOOD! Calamari, steak tips, chicken, eggplant lasagna, gyro and baked scallops were all winners. The scallops though! I could go on and on about how wonderful the food was. We will definitely be back and recommending it to anyone who will listen!

Everything about Kelari brings me back home in Greece, where I was born and raised. The hospitality…read more(philoxenia), the food, the service and the vibe, are as Greek as it gets. A place to decompress, and have an amazing dining experience, every time. The owners take pride of their restaurant and it shows in every detail. From the garnish on the drinks and the decorations, to the presentation of the dishes. The bar staff makes you feel like a regular, even if you walked in for the first time. The servers and host staff are always attentive and ready to help. Highly recommended!!!!

I used to frequent Mediterrano in Hillsboro, NH, and absolutely loved it. When the restaurant…read morechanged ownership and then unfortunately closed during COVID, I was genuinely disappointed. About a year later, I found myself craving authentic Mediterranean food again, so I started searching for restaurants around New Hampshire. That's when I came across Ayasofia. As I looked through the menu and photos, everything seemed so familiar--it reminded me of the dishes I had loved at Mediterrano. The next day, my husband and I decided to drive an hour to Salem to try it out, and it was completely worth it. After speaking with the owner, we learned that Mediterrano had actually been owned by a member of his family and that they use the same recipes. It all made perfect sense! The owner was incredibly warm and welcoming, even encouraging us to return and meet his mother, who taught him these recipes. I highly recommend the hummus, baba ghanoush, salsa, and grape leaves--they're all fantastic. Be sure to order the lavash bread on the side, as it pairs perfectly with everything. For a main course, the adana lamb kebab is a must-try. Everything tastes incredibly fresh and full of flavor. I only wish I could cook like this--I'd happily eat Mediterranean food every single day!

Turkish restaurant during the day ... Rowdy party bar at night a great time…read more We got a plate of grape leaves and a chicken Kebab and falafel dinner. My husband was particularly excited by how the rice was made. The grape leaves were good and the dinners came with the red cabage and salad. Delicious. I also got the Raki, because I was having Turkish food, but all the cocktails sounded very good. We did not sit in the bar, but they sounded like they were having the time of their lives in there. At one point Rod Stewart came on over the speakers and you could hear them shouting "ROD!!!" I was like, shit - Turkish food AND the regulars love Rod Stewart? Sign me up! If we lived anywhere near here, we'd be back.

Great service and great food. I highly recommend the lamb and beef gyro. Would definitely return.read more

The folks behind the counter at The Gyro Spot were incredibly friendly and welcoming. From the…read moremoment I walked in, the service was warm, attentive, and efficient--something I always appreciate, especially at a busy casual spot. I ordered the Zeus gyro along with a side of fries. The fries came out piping hot, fresh, and perfectly seasoned. They were crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and honestly some of the better fries I've had in a while. A great start to the meal. The gyro itself had great flavor--the ingredients were fresh, the toppings were vibrant, and the seasoning was spot on. Unfortunately, it was lukewarm when it reached the table. The taste was good enough that I kept going, but I couldn't help but think how much better it would have been served hot. A gyro with that much potential deserves to come out at full temperature, and I was disappointed that it didn't quite get there. That said, the overall experience was still positive. The friendliness of the staff and the quality of the ingredients make me believe this was probably an off moment in the kitchen. I'd definitely give them another shot because the foundation is clearly solid--and when that gyro comes out hot, I'm sure it'll be fantastic. Worth a visit, and worth trying again.

First mention goes to the charming and personality-packed Campbell, our waiter and absolute…read morevalue-add to our evening. Nothing is better than feeling that there's immediate rapport with whoever will be crafting your time at whichever restaurant and at whatever price point. Our anniversary is on the 13th (I know, what was I thinking) so we rarely speak about it to avoid puzzled looks. So on we went, my husband getting his half dozen oysters and me the whipped warm feta (literally I could've stopped there). Note: Tino's has switched pickle juice into the mignonette sauce so if that isn't your taste the chef can, and did, make up a more purist version. The Cod came with a green crab demi but I was really in a lemon mood, and it was a gorgeous sauce substitute all sitting on top of risotto prepared legitimately al dente. The Cod was a fabulous white fish crisped up perfectly at the edges. Just simply delicious. My husband chose the Pumpkin Ravioli, a favorite, and reported that although he felt that the filling amount was less than in the past, it was still delicious. Absolutely no room for dessert and we were surprised with an anniversary treat of having the feta appetizer become the 'gift' and removed from the bill. Such a lovely touch. Thank you to Campbell...we're so happy to have met, and spent time with you in that glorious restaurant!

Tino's has always been one of our favorite restaurants. A year or two ago, I would have given them…read more5 stars. Sadly, they seem to have forgotten what made them great! The char-grilled lamb lollipops and the lamb shank used to be part of the Greek influence that made Tino's exceptional. For some reason, they have stripped down the menu and changed all the things that we liked. The lamb chops are no longer char-grilled bites of excellence, but were smothered in a curry sauce. The lamb shank was replaced by a lamb stew -- not the same! Last time we were there, we ordered the octopus appetizer. Delicious, but it was a microscopic portion. The bread plate was minimal. The restaurant seem to be distancing themselves from their Greek origin, but that's a huge mistake! Even their non-Greek dishes that were SO good are gone. Their Cacio e Pepe used to be outstanding. Gone from the menu. The menu tonight was just...OK... like so many other restaurants, but not great! What's gone wrong? New management, new chef? Whatever it is, please bring back the Tino's that we used to love! The bar used to be crowded every night of the week and we were lucky to get a reservation. Tonight, we had no problem getting a reservation. There were empty seats at the bar and empty tables. On the positive side, the bartender and the drinks were great! I hope the restaurant remembers why they used to be great. We will come back to see if things have gotten better, but not right away -- only after giving the restaurant some time to remember its identity.