Worst Dining Experience of My Life!
DESCRIPTION: The food was pretty good, but no one should have to put up with the service. Not only did they forget our reservation, make us wait for almost an hour, only have a table for two even though we were three, the owner/waitress then came over to scold us in front of everyone because of our "attitude". She went as far to call us racist! Whatever. This lady is just crazy, and the fact that she told us she was too successful to have to put up with us is just going too far. Fight back Boston...don't settle for this kind of crap!
DATE: 2003-06-05
FOODRATING : 6
SERVICERATING : 2
AMBIANCERATING : 6
OVERALLRATING : 2
RECOMMENDED DISHES : None

Beg to differ
DESCRIPTION: Quite the opposite experience. The food was not bad at all, and we understood going in beforehand that service was going to be slow with only one chef and one server, but a fast food restaurant or kebab stand this is not. This is the sort of place where you bring a bottle of wine, you enjoy the quaint atmopshere, and enjoy the textures and tastes of something very different.
DATE: 2003-07-03
FOODRATING : 8
SERVICERATING : 6
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 6

In Heaven at Baraka
DESCRIPTION: Baraka is the best dining experience in the Boston area. Now that I have eaten there, nothing else compares. The appetizers are so good, I dream of them at home. Bedenjal Mechoui... is intoxicating. The cous-cous and vegetable dishes are just enough to fill you and leave you feeling light and happy, not like a the average oversized portion at American restaurants that leave you feeling like a pig leaving the trough! The atmosphere is congenial, and the chef often comes out to recommend what is great on the menu that night. I personally think the waitress is fun and friendly, she often has a snide sense of humor, but that makes it even more fun. So, if you can leave your haughty attitude at home, and want to eat excellent fare at cut rate prices, try Baraka. And I always stop for a drink at the local pubs around the corner if there is a long wait.
DATE: 2003-07-05
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 10
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Bedenjal mechoui; any cous-cous dish

Great Food Indeed!
DESCRIPTION: The food is fantastic and truly Algerian. As a native of Algeria, I have to say Chef Karim does an authentic job. For the true experience, stick with the traditional food such as the Couscouses and avoid the westernized dishes. Wine is not served, though you may bring your own. Frankly, it's not a must for true enjoyment. If you want to have the Algerian restaurant experience, then go to Baraka.
DATE: 2003-08-03
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Merguez and try the lemonade.

My Favorite Restaurant
DESCRIPTION: This is the place I bring my dates. The atmosphere is very relaxed and exotic; the service full of character and never 'fake'; the food just amazing, with all the different flavors; and the best thing to end a meal is the delicious chocolate tarte.
DATE: 2003-12-17
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 6
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 10
RECOMMENDED DISHES : lamb and couscous, cherbat, carots appetizer, chocolate tarte

Flavors gallore
DESCRIPTION: Saying "bad service" is not accurate. The service was EXCELLENT....it just took a long time to get our food because it is prepared with such detail and attention to interesting combinations of flavors. The most unique choices I've had in a long time.
DATE: 2005-04-11
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 10
RECOMMENDED DISHES : cheese plate was tasty, eggplant boat divine

The Best Sandwiches
DESCRIPTION: I haven't tried their Middle Eastern stuff yet, but the sandwiches are great! It's the prettiest looking cafe in town too.
DATE: 2006-02-01
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 10
RECOMMENDED DISHES : sandwiches

Great Middle Eastern and Coffee
DESCRIPTION: Try their house special, the Koo Koo - a Middle Eastern frittata of sorts. Homemade soups and wonderful bread from Iggy's. Also, their coffees are from George Howell's new coffee company, Terroir, so the espresso is top-notch. Place only seats about 8, so plan on takeout and be pleasantly surprised if you get a seat, as the restaurant is nicely decorated.
DATE: 2006-03-03
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 10
RECOMMENDED DISHES : koo koo, Middle Eastern plate

Delightful Addition to Brookline Village
DESCRIPTION: KooKoo is a delightful little addition to Brookline Village. The owners are friendly, the food delicious, and the decor cozy and warm. Just wish this spot was a little bigger.
DATE: 2006-03-03
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : tuna

DESCRIPTION: Shawarma King is great and inexpensive. I have only tried the roll up sandwiches but they are a nice changes from the same old wraps you can buy anywhere in Boston. The chicken shawarma and the chicken kebob are especially good. This place is definately better for take out than dining in however.
DATE: 2004-01-15
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 4
OVERALLRATING : 6