(617) 776-7890
212 Holland St
Somerville,
MA
02144
42.4021
-71.1268
Neighborhoods: Teele Square, West Somerville
What People Are Saying About Sabur Restaurant
The Editor
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Citysearch
The Scene – While technically a Balkan restaurant, Sabur incorporates Italian, Greek, Turkish and North African elements in both its decor and cuisine. Upon entering the exotic dining room, with its circular, handcrafted Bosnian copper tables and open-hearth grill, diners may feel as if they've taken a wrong turn and ended up in a cozy European hideaway. Patrons can also dine in the smoky lounge (which features live entertainment on certain weekends) or on the seasonal outdoor patio. Service in all corners is friendly and attentive. – – The Food – The lengthy menu…
07/12/09
Appetizer Mezze a great deal!
by lsarao at Citysearch
Tried this place hoping for some authentic Turkish food, but according to the website and sign outside, it is Mediterranean food with exotic flavors and aromas of regions ranging from Italy, Greece, Southern France, and the Balkans to North Africa and beyond. Also, I'm not sure where people got the idea that it's Bosnian. The website says the tables are handcrafted Bosnian tables, but that's about the extent of it.
We started with the appetizer mezze for 2 people and it was enough food for an entire meal. It had cucumber yogurt salad, grape leaves, crosini with roasted red pepper spread and a heaping serving of vegetable hummus and pita bread. It was exactly what I had been hoping for! Had we known it would be so big, we would've just got another appetizer to split, but alas, we had already ordered an entree.
I had the sea scallops, which were served over polenta crab cakes an spinach. The scallops were small but very flavorful. My boyfriend had the salmon, which was fresh and light, served over cous cous with green beans.
While everything was good, it was a bit pricey. I'd recommend getting the mezze and a couple of appetizers. It's plenty of food and it will save you a few bucks!
- Pros: Free parking, appetizer mezze
- Cons: Pricey
04/28/08
Great ambiance
by bostonfoodcritic at Citysearch
Not a great service!
The staff in there are horrible and rude. The menu was really dirty and the place can get really loud too.
It's a worth to try place but not a most-go-to.
- Pros: Parking lot
- Cons: Horrible service
03/07/08
Eh
by bettygurl2008 at Citysearch
My boyfriend and I were really excited to try this restaurant. However the excitement slowly fizzled away. Our food was sub-par and way overpriced. Apparently I had received an 'old' menu and what I had wanted to order was no longer served, so I ordered the Lamb moussaka. When our food arrived the hummus was good, but a little garlicky for my taste. His spinach and ricotta gnocchi was very light and while I liked it, he thought it to be bland. My lamb moussaka was more like a lamb pot-pie and was thick with a fatty substance. We were not impressed and I would not recommend Sabur to anyone.
- Pros: Ambience
- Cons: Food
The Details on Sabur Restaurant
When to Go:
An outstanding weekend brunch--featuring such offerings as French toast with maple syrup and apricot butter--creates quite a wait for tables, so arrive early.
What to Drink:
Lovers of obscure wine should order a glass of Grgich Posip, a Croatian white only grown, according to legend, on one island.
Know Before You Go:
For those unfamiliar with tiny Teele Square, it's just a short stroll down Holland Street from the Davis Square T stop.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Travelers Check, Debit Card
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Late Night Dining, Romantic Dining, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Hidden Find, Dine At The Bar
Cuisine:
Eclectic & International, Mediterranean, Eastern European, Seafood
Smoking Permitted:
No
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