"Is it possible to scientifically prove that something is delicious? Apparently not, but at Lashevet, you can eat very good Middle Eastern food conceived by a former food scientist. This charming little spot is great for a spontaneous cup of Turkish coffee under a kaleidoscopic Moroccan lamp. Their menu changes from fully vegetarian cafe stuff during the day to a meat-heavy dinner in the evening, with influences from Israeli, Lebanese, and Moroccan cuisines." - willa moore, neha talreja, will hartman, sonal shah