Boston Greek | The new store is even better than Krasi
đ˘ Bar Vlaha: Bostonâs Hottest New Greek SpotâBetter Than Krasi (Yes, Really) When it opened in March, reservations were impossible. Now, itâs easierâsnagged a weekend dinner spot with a weekâs notice (pro tip: email if online bookingâs full). Worth the hype? Absolutely. More diverse than Krasi, with a richer menu and drinks listâthis oneâs a keeper. đ Must-Order Dishes Manitaria ($16): đŚ The star. Fried mushrooms with a thin, crispy batterâlight, not greasy. Served with a tangy, slightly acidic sauce that cuts through richness. Everyone raves about it, and for good reason. Order this first. Karavides ($26): đŚ Crawfish orzo pasta. Tomato-based, loaded with tender crawfish, and the orzo soaks up every drop of sauce. A touch salty, but packed with flavor. Krasi has a lamb version thatâs more bold, but this holds its ownâespecially if you havenât tried Krasi. Gianniotiko ($10): đŻ Classic baklava with olive oil ice cream. The baklava is soaked in honeyâsweet, nutty, and decadent. The ice cream? A genius pairing: mild, not sweet, with no overpowering olive oil taste. Balances the dessert perfectly. đ The Rest Paidakia (Half) ($34): đ Four grilled lamb chops, tender with minimal gaminess. Seasoning is light (could use a pinch more salt), but pickled onions add a zing. Tasty, but not life-changingâskip if youâre full. đš Drinks to Savor Freaky Greeky Tiki ($18): đš A grown-up cocktail with tsipouro (Greek brandy-like spirit)âhard to find elsewhere. No cloying fruitiness; flavors meld smoothly, with depth and a subtle kick. Their wine list is extensive tooâplenty to explore. ⨠The Vibe Stylish decor, beautiful tableware, and a warm, lively atmosphere. Perfect for groups or dates. Price: ~$60 per person (with drinks). Fair for the quality and portion sizes. Bar Vlaha isnât just âgood for Greek foodââitâs good, full stop. Already planning a return. đ Bar Vlaha 1653 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02445 #BostonGreekFood #NewRestaurants #FoodieFinds