Bar Vlaha’s dining room looks like if a Shaker opened a restaurant in a Greek farming village. Large wooden six-tops take up much of the sparsely decorated dining room, which is ideal for a place dedicated to great food best experienced with as many hungry friends as possible. Inspired by the Vlach cuisine of northern Greece, a perfect brunch order here includes the trio of dips (tzatziki, whipped spicy feta, and melitzanosalata), the hearty tost with wild mushrooms, crispy patates, fried saganaki cheese, and the impossibly airy tsoureki bread french toast.

BrooklineA vibrant reminder that Boston’s food scene reaches far beyond a mustard drizzled Fenway frank (a delicacy, of course), Bar Vlaha comes through with inspired Greek fare. The warmth of the decor creates a chic aesthetic (cue the cozy textiles), and the perfect ambiance to unwind after a busy day of Boston’s sights. The food, space, and philosophies are an homage to the Vlach people, nomadic shepherds from the rural mountain and lake villages of Central and Northern Greece.

This city is certainly no virgin to Greek food—but the team behind Krasi has continued to find delicious ways to reinvent the cuisine for Bostonians. Chef Brendan Pelley does so most notably with this down-home Vlach (an Indigenous population of Romanian and Moldovans) cuisine in Brookline's quiet Washington Square. It's far less cold/industrial wine bar and a lot more lamb-roasts-of-Greek-Orthodox-childhood.

It could be easily argued that Bar Vlaha is the crown jewel of Boston’s dining scene (let alone Xenia Greek Hospitality’s growing restaurant portfolio). Our top pick this year dials into the distinct regional delicacies of the nomadic Vlach people from central and northern Greece, which means the menu is loaded with slow-roasted lamb legs, charcoal-grilled freshwater fish, and all manner of savory pies and expertly prepared vegetables. Nothing’s more festive than dining family-style on astonishingly good fried mushrooms while watching meat turn on a spit in the open kitchen.

BarVlaha is a warm gathering spot for the Brookline community, celebrating a traditional and authentic approach to Greek dining. They take inspiration from the “traditional Greek village person,” featuring dishes that reflect the charm of homemade cooking. Picture fresh pies, spreads, baked bread, and beautifully cooked meats using traditional Greek nomadic techniques, including a special braising method called ‘gastra’.

Bar Vlaha, nestled in Brookline, is a trendy gastropub that brings a creative twist to classic bar fare in an inviting, modern setting. With its relaxed ambiance and stylish decor, this hotspot has become a local favorite for its innovative menu and expertly crafted cocktails. The restaurant is known for its shareable plates and hearty dishes that perfectly blend comfort food with gourmet flair.

BROOKLINE, MA — Bar Vlaha, a Greek establishment on 1653 Beacon St., was featured in OpenTable U.S.’s Top 100 Restaurants of 2024. The list is formulated through reviews and insights documented by users of the platform. Bar Vlaha has a vast selection of Greek wines.

Check out this fine restaurant in Brookline which embraces charcoal and open grilling. We have a new Brookline Food Tour on weekdays, and we love their slow-roasted chicken, lamb chops, sourdough bread, and feta pies. Check out their Boston supper club!

Bar Vlaha is conveniently located on Beacon St, down the street from Coolidge Corner. Indulge in Greek cuisine while enjoying refreshing Greek spirits, cocktails, and more. There are cafes, shops, pubs, and even a movie theater in Coolidge Corner.

The menu will feature boukies made of sweet and savory small bites. Plus, a section of traditional dishes like a baked egg casserole, Greek breakfast, shakshouka, and make your own gyros.