Tarboosh Restaurant

I ordered takeout from Tarboosh was pleasantly surprised by the quality of their food. They may offer the best traditional Levantine (Syrian/Lebanese) Mediterranean food I’ve had in the Boston area. Everything we ordered was delicious, well seasoned, and packed with flavor. The portion sizes were also generous. I’d order from here again and would recommend checking them out!

Incredibly delicious and authentic. I had their Saj Chicken shawarma which was incredible and so flavorful. Saj is the peak of shawarma if you haven’t tried it, in my opinion it’s much better than a traditional pita wrap. My friends got the falafel Saj and lamb Saj and all loved their food as well. The staff was friendly and attentive and gave us a complimentary treat at the end of our meal which was very kind. I will be coming back when I get a craving for shawarma. Easily the best shawarma in Boston I’ve had.

Had a really great #halal chicken shawarma for lunch from this family run restaurant. Service was warm, fast and friendly. Plenty of seating for dining in and it's a casual atmosphere. Highly recommend!

They have the best falafel plates in boston. Amazing shawrma. Super fresh.

I tried the shawerma here. It was absolutely delicious and tastes truly authentic, just like what I’d find in the Middle East. The meat was perfectly seasoned and juicy. The crew were friendly, attentive, and fast with service, which made the whole experience even better. Highly recommended for anyone craving real middle eastern flavor!

I ordered Chicken Shawarma, Cheese Manakish, and Hummus, all were 10 out of 10. Very delicious; you should try them! The staff member was very attentive and caring with the customers.

Genuinely love their food, it’s delicious, super fresh, reminds me of cozy home food. we had the chicken shuwarma platter and beef pepperoni 🍕 manakesh. Service was accommodating and amazing. All halal too 💓💓🍕🍕

It was really hot out so I tried their limonana and it was SO good! The perfect thing to cool me off quick and it was cheaper than a boba tea 😅 I'll be coming back soon for this one

My family and I recently chose to try Tarboosh Pizza and Grill for takeout because we had a flight to catch, and we were really pleased with our experience. The service at Tarboosh was outstanding. The employees were attentive, pleasant, and efficient. The restaurant provides space for small groups. However, it is not suitable for large family gatherings. If you're arranging a large group dinner, you might want to consider takeaway or delivery. My family selected the Lamb Shawarma Plate and the Lamb Shawarma Roll Up with Saj Bread, which either did not disappoint. The lamb was delicate and savory, with a delicious blend of Middle Eastern flavors. The platter contained a big serving of well-seasoned rice, fresh salad, and warm pita bread. The accompanying garlic sauce was creamy and brought a nice zest to the dish. Overall, it was both enjoyable and well-balanced. The Lamb Shawarma Roll Up with Saj Bread. The saj bread was thin, somewhat crunchy, and made an excellent wrap for the delicious lamb shawarma. The roll-up had fresh vegetables, which provided a pleasant crunch and freshness to each bite. The lamb remained the star of the show, supported by fresh ingredients and zesty sauces. I finally ordered the Lamb Shawarma Roll Up. This roll-up, like the saj version, was filled with luscious lamb, fresh vegetables, and a delightful garlic sauce. The bread was soft and toasty, and it held all of the contents together well without becoming soggy. Each bite was a wonderful combination of flavors and textures, making the dinner pleasurable from beginning to end. Tarboosh Pizza and Grill provides wonderful service and delicious food, particularly the lamb shawarma. The sitting arrangement may not be comfortable for large families, but it is ideal for smaller groups or takeout. If you enjoy Middle Eastern cuisine, I highly recommend Tarboosh.

I highly recommend this place, their food is delicious. I used them for catering and the owner went above and beyond to accommodate my budget while still providing great quality food and service. The place is not only about making money as they really value their customers. I highly recommend them!

I got two words for you: kebab pizza. It's not on the menu, but if you ask for it, they'll make - and it's damn delicious. This place is a knockout, good vegan options, and the Turkish-inspired flavors really zhuzh things up. If you're looking for some comfort food with style, Tarboosh has gotchu.

I ordered the Lamb Shawarma - excellent quality food, and the staff was very friendly. Service was quick and had great atmosphere.

Got take out - It was very good, with good service and nice portions! We got the falafel plate and the chicken kabob plate.

Excellent food and amazing service! Probably the best shawarma chicken in Boston, very juicy and full of flavor. Beef shawarma is also so so good! Not dry or dense which is my biggest pet peeve when getting a shawarma. I'd also recommend getting the garlic sauce (toum), so light and tasty!

I cannot say enough god things about Tarboosh. It is a hole in the wall in the best way. They have about 6 tables inside and a great takeout business i which os connected to multiple apps. The people working there are so nice, it really seems like a family owned business. They have plenty of veggie options. I usually get falafel and tabouleh. And the zaatar manakish is amazing! After spending months in Lebanon this was the one place I found authentic flavors when I came back to Boston.

Best Turkish style food I've had in the city. This quaint restaurant offers delightful staff and many incredible food options. We were greeted by Modi who was very helpful, answering all our questions and making recommendations. Our group ordered chicken and beef shawarma, veggie falafel, Knafeh, and baklava. Every meal was made to order, and so tasty! They really put extra effort into the seasoning and quality of the food. That being said it is small scale dining, so only a few tables and you will be eating with plastic silverware. Don't let that fool you, the food tastes as if it were a fine dining experience. The menu is moderately priced for the portion size, we had plenty of leftovers. The Knafeh has to be ordered an hour or so in advance, and definitely worth planning ahead for.

This. Garlic. Sauce. It's whipped. It's fluffy. It's the purest garlic sauce I have ever had. It goes on everything. The shawarma is good. The garlic sauce makes it amazing. The falafel is good. The garlic sauce takes it to terrific. The flatbread options are fantastic. They do pizza, but it's the Manakish that I would kill for. Get the za'atar. Heck, GET THE NUTELLA. Yeah, that's right, they do a dessert Manakish. They lay it on there. It comes out hot like the best fried dough from the county fair except EVEN BETTER because it's crispy and baked and would probably even be good for you if there wasn't like a one-inch thick layer of chocolate hazelnut spread on top of it melting into the best mouth lava of your sorry life. It's worth every second of searing pain. Also get some Vimto. This stuff tastes like a condensed Shirley Temple. I wrote this review on Vimto. Take a can to go and mix it with vodka or silver tequila for a dang good time.

So delicious! If you come here for the pizza please try other dishes! I tried the beef kofta because I love it and I wanted something meaty. Not to mention that it is served with some really good perfectly crispy french fries! They have all sorts of Mediterranean goodness that I want to try and keep on trying. I saw Mansaf on the menu and it looks pretty legit to me! Is it authentic? I dunno I'm Mexican, but who cares, it is down right tasty! The prices are reasonable and the service is friendly!

Tarboosh has fantastic food at a very fair price! Great, friendly service as well. Truly authentic Arabic food!

Delicious! Just wandered in and was so happy. The freshly made hummus was amazing, the homemade garlic sauce I wanted to slather on everything, and the chicken and beef kabob were both marinated to perfection. Highly recommend and will be back. Thank you!

The Reviews don't live up to the Hype. I wanted to try this new restaurant out for months. The other day I finally got my chance. A few things before I start: The Pizza Prices are really expensive here. A medium pizza is like 15-17 dollars and a large is 19.99 or higher depending. They are regular pizza sizes, large being a 16" , Medium 14", small, 10". They dont wear gloves when cooking the food, everything is made with their bare hands. Ingredients come out of buckets and bags. Although they did cut up a Fresh tomato and Onion. They put Hummus under the sauce of the Pizza. - not a bad thing just an FYI as its not written on the board. I walked inside and there was already a Muslim family eating, good to see customers. So The guy behind the counter says "Yes, my friend" but very low. I said I would like a Medium Mediterranean Pizza with chicken on it. He stared blankly at me and again with a very low insecure voice says something I cannot hear. So I asked "what was that?" He says " Medium"...... ok so I say "Yes Medium Mediterranean". All he then says is "Ok, yes ok" and point to the table I guess for me to sit? Which tells me his English is very bad. Then waiting I am wondering if he even knew what I said in the first place. He was the only cook for the next 8-10 minutes making other food. So I was about to just get up and leave as I didn't have that long. Another guy came in from the back and started helping him (On break I guess). Sounded like he spoke better English to the next customer, but all of a sudden that customer started having a hard time as well. I guess they know greetings and goodbyes but The middle area is grey with broken Business English skills. I got up and tried to speak with the 2nd guy just in case my order was going to come up wrong. He just ignored me and walked past me...... seriously? The guy I originally spoke with Yells from the back, Mediterranean? Yeah I said, could I get that to go with chicken. He says. Ok, ok my friend very low. Both "cooks" spoke very low, hard to hear and really need to brush up on their English Skills. Wasn't the cleanest place I have seen around. I actually love Mediterranean food but this wasn't my cup of tea. Why? Well, why bother going into a place that is hard to order your food? Just like other reviewers said, you can order one thing and get another or a lot of other miscommunications. Sorry but I am paying money, Im not going to say oh well I didn't order it but lets not hurt their feelings ( Which a lot of PC kids do around this area ) The pizza was a bit under average imo. Not worth the 15-16 dollars for a medium. The Hummus didn't really help any but was interesting. To much of a hassle to order from, long wait time, Expensive for what you get.

Came in last night for dinner. Soooo good!! I had greek salad with chicken. Lots of chicken and the dressing was perfectly authentic. Super healthy, flavorful and light. My other half got a plate, a little meager on the veggies/salad, but the garlic sauce is TO DIE FOR!!!!! THIS is what garlic sauce should be! The best part is? There's a ton of variety! Really excited to go back... want to try the Nutella pizza, a Syrian or Fatoush salad or Tabouleh, the lamb everyone is raving about, anddddd the beef pepperoni pizza. P.S. The fries were amazing too, and i'm a fry-fanatic :)

I stopped by today to use some of my LoopedIn cash at a new place and was intrigued by the menu as it was pretty minimalistic (main staples are pizza, shawarma, and kabobs). I thought it was odd I couldn't find the menu online ahead of tim, but I always admire places that do a small amount of things well, so I had high hopes. I ordered a chicken kabob sandwich, listed at $7.50 and waited around 10-15 minutes for it to be prepared. The man behind the counter asked what I wanted on it and I said "whatever it comes with," but he then asked if I wanted lettuce so I asked for lettuce and peppers if possible. I also asked for tomatoes, but he said that they were not included. I was a bit irked when my total ended up being $9.56 (nowhere near $7.50). The sandwich was actually a roll up and included chicken, peppers, lettuce, French fries (??) and some thick white sauce that looked like ricotta cheese (possibly Tzatziki sauce?) The sandwich was a good size--2 meals--but the chicken was dry. The peppers were limp (versus crisp), and the sauce had that very odd consistency. The pita was good and the fries (while a big surprise) had good flavor. I wouldn't jump to come back, although the man was very nice and apologetic for the delays. TIP: Be careful paying with LoopedIn as I don't think many of the staff are trained to use it.

Stopped by here when we happened to be in the area. I thought it was good, but didn't blow me away. Maybe we didn't order their best dishes. We ordered the Lahm bi ajin manakish. It's essentially seasoned meat with mozzarella cheese on a flatbread. I thought it was good and well seasoned. We also ordered this chicken roll-up plate that the counter-person suggested. This wasn't super impressive, it was served with fries and garlic sauce. It tasted fine but was quite heavy, like a late night food. The chicken roll-up was dry since they don't really put anything in there besides meat. We wouldn't go out of our way to go back. Maybe if we're in the area we'd give it another go and get a rice plate with lamb shawarma and the hummus. There are so many other good places in that area this one just didn't stand out, I would recommend Super 88 across the street instead.

Went there with few friends late last night. Food was definitely yummy. Their plates are good size. Wraps are cool too. Food tastes really fresh. The only problem was lack of staff. There was only one person serving and cooking. He was very friendly and efficient but still it took long time for us to get our food. Place was busy. Tiny and cozy place for indoor seating.

[2.83/5] What do you do when your go-to like the Super 88 Market Food Court is packed and you just want a quick comforting bite of food? Naturally, one would browse the area for something similiar and just like that my cravings travelled thousands of miles from something Asian to Mediterranean within a split second. I wanted some slices of protein on a bed of rice. This is where Tarboosh came into play. With promising reviews and takeout options, this was the best option given the circumstances. My journey begins... Review #049 Restaurant Type: Casual Dining. Food (65%) Taste to price 2/5 Quality to price 2.5/5 Portion to price 3/5 Average = 2.5 Service (20%) Friendliness 3.5/5 Promptness 4/5 Average = 3.75 Cleanliness (15%) Bathroom n/a Dining area 3/5 Kitchen area 3/5 Average = 3 Overall Score = [F(.65)]+[S(.20)]+C(.15)] = [1.63]+[0.75]+[0.45] = 2.83 The Pluses... + The staff was nice. There were 2 guys behind the counter. The one that took my order seemed like a cool dude, like someone I'd hang out with. + OPEN KITCHEN. Customers can see everything going on. The only problem is that it's a double edged sword. You'll see what I mean when you read below. I admire their transparency though. + I liked the seasoning they used on their RICE which made it pretty delicious. + Their SALAD was fresh. Their tomato, pickles, and lettuce looked really good. Lots of color. The Negs... - I don't think I've ever been to a Sharwarma place without the presence of a ROTISSERIE. Most places have them out in the front for the customers to see what they're getting. At first, I was thinking they hid it in the back but standing there, I saw my server open the fridge behind the register and pulled some raw meat out. He then ran to the microwave to thaw it out (I'm guessing), and as the grill warmed up he threw it on there. At first, I didn't think it was mine but once he put it in the plate and handed it to me, you know I couldn't speculate any further :( - When most people order a Sharwarma Plate for dinner. Most expect layers of sliced meat on top of a bed of rice. When I got my order, I was surprised to see slices of a wrap placed on the side with rice and a few pieces of lettuce, and pickles/tomatoes slices. When I bit into the wrap, there was very little meat in there. Not what I expected especially at $14 plus tax. - PRICEY, PRICEY, PRICEY. I could get the same thing but with larger portions and equal quality at Garlic 'n Lemons for $12.50 and Azama Grill for $12. I'm sorry but what I got that day was not $14 worth of food. The Neutrals... o Not much here. In Conclusion... The reason I enjoy shawarma plates is because of the balance of macronutrients. I know I can get my fiber, carbs, and protein in one plate. At Tarboosh, I felt I was committing carbacide. I can only comment on the LAMB SHARWARMA, so I am hoping their other entrees are better. From the pictures alone the MIX GRILL, and some of their Syrian delicacies looks really good. I'd come back again but I'd have to say my journey was not worth the risk of getting my car getting towed at the 88 lot. #ChowYouLater **If you enjoyed my review and need help with the Boston area, follow or add me as a friend. I have tons of reviews like this.

I initially gave this place 4 stars on food. This was a year and a half back. It had closed down for last few months. Apparently there seems to be a change of management or chefs. The food here is now awful. I ordered veggie falafel wraps for home delivery. The falafels smelt stale, veggies were non cooked and pita was very chewy. It didn't have the quality It used to have before. Something was just off.

I been here couple times and like it so far ,, chicken shawarma my favorite) you have to just wait 15 min to get your food which's okay ! Best way to not wait 15 min just call and make your order for pic up that's set ! Peace

Not as good as I expected from reading the reviews. First, I called the restaurant before going and I specifically asked if he had knafeh. He told me that he always has knafeh. Upon my arrival, I asked for knafeh. He answered me" we only do knafeh if you preorder it"!!!. The interior of the the place is run down and barely maintained. Tables were not clean. The restaurant was very disappointing and disorganized.

Highly recommend the falafel plate or beef kebab plate. The rice that comes with the plate is also very good!

After reading the rave reviews, I decided to drive 30 mins off route from the airport to get to this place. I was appalled at the condition of the restaurant the moment I entered. This place looks like a junkyard than a place that serves food. Where are the health inspectors? I'm a business traveller and an experienced yelp user & a foodie. The food that was served to me was below acceptable standards. The shawarma served to me was pulled out of the fridge and warmed up right in front of my eyes. It was over cooked, dripping oil like it had been fried. Rice were dried up like they had been warmed up too. The hummus was too salty, tasted stale and had an odd after-taste. I've been a yelp user for a long long time. This is the first time I've gone wrong with a 4+* rated restaurant. Needless to say I'm not going back.

I think it's a trend in this area to serve pizza alongside more interesting food and I don't hate it! We ordered late night pizza and it hit the spot. Next time I'm in the area I will definitely try some kabobs.

I'm from New Orleans so I think I know when food tastes good. This place is a hole in the wall, meaning the menu is written on a chalkboard, the tables and chairs look horrible, but the food is delicious. The workers are polite and I highly recommend you try some of the food. I ordered the falafel platter with bread (They even asked if I wanted 2), babaganoush (i think!! I've never had anything like this before and it's incredible, it may BE because its a Syrian version?) hummus, TWO grape leaves, rice, lettuce, garlic sauce, and four falafel balls. I will visit again and tr something with meat but overall I was very happy with the quality of the food, the hot food was hot and the cold foods were cold plus i only spent $11 and had enough for dinner and then leftover lunch. I'll be back Brahim!

I really thought this was going to be a "hidden gem" as many claim it is. I went in knowing I wanted the chicken shwarma plate and had read recommendations from within the last 2 months. The chicken is not tender like someone said, but very dry. The only good thing on my plate was the fries *sigh*. They were crispy. The experience overall was underwhelming and frustrating. There was only one other person who appeared to be waiting for food and he and I both waited for at least 15-20 mins. That's a lot for a "plate" and "take out" place. There was only one person working and it was a hot day, but the person did next to nothing in terms of communicating. As I sit here with my food I'm also really nervous about the garlic creamy sauce thing on the side. It's slightly sour and I can't tell if that's sour cream or it's been out in the heat for a bit too long. Yikes! Won't be returning here again. Tons of other good food in the area.

After a late night of music and dancing, this is the perfect place for late night grub. They have Pizza and many middle eastern and Mediterranean options. The lamb shawarma was excellent! Everything is made fresh with high quality ingredients and at a reasonable price. I'm so glad I came here :)

They have the best shawarma in town. The food is freshly made. The food was super good

This is my first yelp review and probably my only one. Tarboosh has the best buffalo chicken pizza and garlic sauce in Boston. Have a nice day.

This place is so under-rated for the food quality. I'll definitely go back. We had Za'atar/cheese pizza (50-50 split), and chicken shawarma plate (with fries, salad, yogurt). There seems to be hidden menu items not shown on the ordering board based on Yelp. I'll have to ask for it next time. They use real cheese on their pizza (not the cheap stuff used in pizza chains), and the Za'atar was very flavorful. The owner was so nice to offer the 50-50 option for me free of charge. The pizza size is way too much for 1 person, but will be enough for 2 non-college-footballers. The fries is done right. The oil has a nice fragrance to it. The only negative thing I have to say is the fluorescent light, which makes it less welcoming. But it'll be a good place to go for take-outs and they take credit cards. (I'll try to order over phone next time)

A very strange case with the polarized reviews here on yelp. My take out experience there was decidingly underwhelming. There was no one in there for Friday lunch. Upon receiving my order the guy took out a portion of meat from the freezer, thawed it in the microwave and then put it on the grill to heat up. It took quite long to cook the meat through. Then he rolled it in a wrap without giving me any option on what veggies or sauces to add. During this whole process he was talking on his phone. The lamb sharwarma wrap was okay, but I can't say I'll be a return customer.

Food quality of good but it is really over priced!! I don't understand how hummus is 6 dollars and each kubbah is $3.5!!! Zatar is $12!!!!!

This is one of the greatest tasting shawarma in Boston! And I stand by that as a Bostonian. They do have other options but you must go for lamb or beef shawarma. Chicken is okay. I always suggest calling before you go to give them more time to prep your food since they cook to order so your food won't be sitting there all day. Very authentic Iraqi/shami style shawarma and I am there at least three times a month.

I ordered mix grill because this is a recommended dish. Beef chicken and steak are all included in this one dish. I have to be honest that the taste is good. Grilled onions and tomatoes come with the meat and these vegetables are sweet and not over-burnt. They also serve one piece of "nan" and rice with this dish. However, this dish costs $16, and the size does not match its price. Overall, the food is good, and they open until 1am which means that this is a good place to have late night meals.

Awesome chicken kabobs! Moist and flavorful! Homemade hummus is to die for! I'll can't wait to come back.

One of my favorite spots for Mediterranean food. Always friendly, always freshly cooked and always delicious. They know how to make French fries, and their some specials are really have a good taste due to their own unique recipe. I like that they stay open till very late and you can see what and how they cook. I definitely recommend this place to everyone.

This is probably my new favorite place in Allston! I'm not even exaggerating, it's that good. If you like falafels and authentic Mediterranean food than this is the place to go in Allston. I ordered pickup, but the restaurant is a nice size and you shouldn't have too much trouble getting a seat. It's got a nice ambiance, but most importantly the food is delicious. The owner, Modi, is a really nice guy. He works very hard at his craft and takes what he does very seriously. He takes a lot of pride that all of his food is made fresh with fresh ingredients, not frozen food reheated behind a door in the kitchen. You can see everything he does too, so you can see how much thought and effort he puts into creating a dish. The food is reasonably priced as well, especially considering the very large portions. I'll definitely be coming back!

If you want real authentic home-made food like from back home this is the closest I found. The shawarma is just like they make it back home I will eat there every night if I could I just don't live in the area. The food is absolutely delicious there is nothing that I've tried that I didn't like

This atmosphere of this place is perhaps best described as serene, though we were going there quite late in the evening. The man running the place was diligent and polite, if seeming a little shy. The food was second to none. The mozzarella sticks were okay, but the pizza? Best I've ever had! A bit pricey, but all together amazing. Not thrilled about its location late at night, but that's hardly a reason to take points away.

One of the best middle eastern food in Boston :) I am glad that I found this place. Everything is so tasty specially the cheese and zaatar pie, So Yummmy!

The owner Modi is the best! Very hospitable and very kind. I always order cheese pizza with some topping, and I enjoyed it every single time. Unlike most pizza restaurants, they put a lot pizza sauce and cheese, thus making a very delicious food. Also, arab shawarma is really good and they make it right in front of you. They also do pickup if you call the beforehand, pretty useful stuff especially for BU students

This place was amazing! Super good Mediterranean food! Falafel wrap Great spot for after a show or a night out in Allston!

This is one of my favorite places for middle eastern food. The staff is so friendly and the food is SO good, by far the most authentic I've had in Boston. You might wait a little to get your food but it's definitely worth it!

I searched for years to find knafeh nabulsieh in Boston. Tarboosh is the real deal. This is the best Middle Eastern food in Boston. Highly recommend the beef shawarma and tabouli!

I really hate giving bad reviews to small businesses. The food is really good, but it's pricey. Even with the high price we went back mainly because I believe in supporting small shops. Unfortunately the owner is really rude. When we asked them to wash their hands he started arguing with us to the point that I just wanted to leave and when leaving he threw some more insults. I can handle bad food but rude service? I'm sorry you can't take my money AND get to insult me, it doesn't work that way. Will never go back and I hope he learns a few tips on customer service and wash hands before touching food.

Falafel sandwich is excellent but chicken Shawarma wasn't delicious and not recommended it!

Great food! I hadn't tried anything of this type before but when I explained my general likes/dislikes I got a great recommendation from the staff that didn't send me too far outside my picky eater comfort zone :)

Love this place! The food is amazing. After going to the middle east, from my experience this place has the most authentic and tasty mediterranean food that I've had in the states. Came to Boston just for a short visit after moving away and made a point to come here! The ingredients are great and cooked so perfectly!

There was one other person in the restaurant eating at 7 pm on a Sunday so my friend and I thought that we would get our food relatively quickly. A shawarma and a falafel with a side of hummus shouldn't take long, right? Wrong. When we checked in around 25 minutes of waiting, we were told 5-10 more minutes because there were a lot of to go orders that we were not informed about. It took 50 minutes total. The guy apologized for the wait when we got our food but this is not somewhere I would go for quick service. Customers eating in should not be the lowest priority. The food I had was 3-3.5 stars - the hummus was pretty good and the chicken shawarma had good flavor but was dry.

We got a restaurant.com deal, so traveled from Framingham. When we arrived, we found out their AC was not working. Bummer because it was HOT and we had just taken a walk around the Charles River. But, they offered to put a table outside for us, which was very nice. Unfortunately, the street is rather noisy and dirty, and it was fairly hot still, but we made the best of it. The food took a while, but it was FANTASTIC. Beautifully set out, fresh and delicious, it could not have tasted any better. We got veggie platters, chicken shawarama, and a mixed meat grill. The people there were super nice, and the price was fine. We would recommend it highly for takeout, and somewhat for eat in. I would be happy to return there.