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Bar Vlaha, Brookline, MA

Bar Vlaha

4.8
4.8
869 Reviews
$30 and under
Greek

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 86 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
This is Greece.

Bar Vlaha tells the story of the Vlach people, the founders of hospitality and Greek cooking. A nomadic group of shepherds who created and nurtured the roots of Hellenic cooking as we know it. Straying from the tried-and-true island cuisine, we're rediscovering Greek fare sourced from rural mountains, lakes and villages of Central and Northern Greece.

Bar Vlaha captures the true soul of Greek cooking with rustic and nomadic traditions using charcoal and open fire gastra techniques. Locally sourced, regional and seasonal ingredients are combined with the warmth of old-world hospitality to bring the roots of Greek culture to Brookline.

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What 869 people are saying

Bar Vlaha reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar Vlaha offers an authentic Greek culinary journey with "delicious authentic Greek food" and "wonderful Greek cuisine," praised for its "fantastic food options" and "superb preparation." The staff is "extremely attentive" and "friendly," enhancing the warm, inviting atmosphere. Despite noise concerns during busy hours, the restaurant remains a "family favorite" with its "unique decor" and "cozy ambiance."
869 Reviews
  1. Kim VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Yum. Best lamb ever! Delicious Mushrooms fantastic

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  2. Samuel

    Greater Boston1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Definitely a good spot. I wouldn’t say “best in Boston” based on my meal, but definitely worth 4* though. The AGRIOGOUROUNO was VERY good. The Trout was interesting. I thought it was an ok flavor but just so many bones. At one point I had to point out to my friend he had a bone in his beard and one on his nose. I have read “whole fish” is normal in Greek cuisine however for such tiny bones (1/4- 1/2 inch) it seems unsafe? The enjoyment of eating the dish wasn’t good because of it, in my opinion. Also the “family style” dining just means you can share your plates, doesn’t reflect portions which was a little bit of a mislead. I’d recommend it still because there is so much flavor in the food and the service was great. Just maybe not so the trout unless you are familiar with eating through fish bones and also know that portions are not actually “family sized”, just “family style”, if you want them to be.

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  3. Emily VIP

    Greater Boston21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We ate at the bar and the staff was stellar. 5 star service in regard to explaining the menu and wine list and accommodating dietary restrictions. I leaned tonight that I am simply not a lover of Greek cuisine.

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  4. Audrey VIP

    Greater Boston111 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We just love this restaurant. The food is delicious, the service great and the folks who run things are warm and beyond competent.

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  5. vishalJ VIP

    Kansas City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great but for the ambience it was way too expensive. Prices were close to an upscale restaurant which this is not

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  6. Helen

    Greater Boston11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff was wonderfully welcoming and attentive. Server was knowledgeable and gave us plenty of time to enjoy every aspect of the meal. Bench seats surprisingly uncomfortable- ask for a table with chairs. Cushions against bench backs not big enough, bench very narrow (I am 5’3” and average wt)) and seat cushions somewhat attached by Velcro so need to be adjusted when sitting. A bit disconcerting to have to worry about making yourself comfortable upon settling in at a lovely restaurant. Vibe was great, crowded on a rainy Thursday evening. Delicious food!

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  7. Nicole VIP

    Greater Boston48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and drinks, as well as service, as usual!

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  8. Zachary

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing but Jorge the waiter and the host (I never got his name) were the ones who really made the visit so special!! The best always!! We had been one time before 4-5 months prior and Jorge remembered us!!

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  9. Jules VIP

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place so hard. The food is spectacular. We did a birthday brunch and were delighted by a couple of unexpected birthday treats provided by the restaurant. We lingered a bit long and no one rushed us. A fantastic experience.

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  10. Timothy VIP

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow! We will definitely be back. Everything was amazing, and the staff is incredibly welcoming.

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FAQs

Bar Vlaha offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 906-8556.

Bar Vlaha is rated 4.8 stars by 869 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 86 times today
Google Map for Bar Vlaha

1653 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02445-4505

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  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Greek
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Brendan Pelley
  • Delivery & takeout
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