The food isn’t bad but the service is beyond horrible. There’s a lady who doesn’t speak English (which isn’t a problem) who usually cooks and opens the store. I came during breakfast hours in two different days and she gave me some of the worst attitudes I’ve ever seen. Firstly nothing was cooked and it was 10am (they open 7am) and I asked for tea and she said she didn’t make any yet. I politely asked when will food be ready she literally said “I’ll make it when I make it” and continued to talk on the phone and ignored me. I mean if you don’t wanna run a business then don’t open one. I truly hate their service. I’m only giving them 3 stars for the tea because it’s my favorite in Boston.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
James Wax
Expand your culinary pallet with the cuisine at Ashur Restaurant. One thing is for sure each time you visit Asher: The food is delicious, and you are most certainly welcome. The sambusa are great! Don't forget to ask for the busbus sauce! The house sauce is homemade, and if you don't get it, you're severely missing out.If you haven't been here yet, you're missing an absolute gem. Come get some delicious, authentic cuisine ASAP.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sambusa
BASEM Ahmed
Good food . Best thing that they have from my perspective the chicken Laban with ranch??
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Pau MB
It was a nice place that had delicious food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Farzana Yasmin Ahmad
We went there with the hope that we would have some good halal food after 14hr long journey. Sadly, in the google map it says it is open by 10 am in the morning of Saturday. But the lady in the shop said it is not opened. They should update their time.
kaylita S.
Came in one day randomly after years of walking past this place. The lady behind the counter didn't acknowledge us when we entered or even asked if we wanted to order... nbd. My husband and I asked about some dishes and were told there were only three options to choose from today. I ordered the lamb leg and rice platter and my husband ordered the chicken and rice platter. We sat down at a table of our choice and waited about 10-15 minutes before our food came out. Both meals were cooked up by the lady at the counter, both meals were extremely delicious and it was not expensive.
Excellent food and very friendly service!! Had soor and a delicious vegetarian stew; their chai was delicious.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Veggie Biryani
Leanne Scorzoni
Phenomenal neighborhood restaurant. Full of African locals and Uber drivers at all hours, but everyone is welcome. Meals are halal, most popular items are the meat dishes that come with rice and salad. The lamb shank is huge and delicious. Some people come for the strong, sugary teas, coffees, and a roll only. Family-owned and operated, owner is always helpful if you have questions with their style of food. Been bringing people since 2014 and it's never disappointed. Double check hours during Ramadan, as sometimes the dine-in hours change and they only sell to-go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Goat Biryani, Lamb Shank, Boneless Lamb, Sandwich, Traditional Pilau Rice, Malawah with Suqar
Liana A.
got the lamb biryani and wow!! so divine! portion was huge and reasonably priced. i'm definitely going back to explore more of the menu! highly recommend to look at the online menu before hand because they didn't have any lying around
Joyce Quach
I went here with friends. I wouldn’t really call this Middle Eastern cuisine. The spice level is less than mild. The food (goat cubes, lamb, chicken biryani, samboosas) also came out astonishingly fast, a sign that it was reheated. One of my friends said the chai was fantastic though. The restaurant was very community oriented- I’d come here again for the vibe, but not the food. The staff was very pleasant and polite. Something to take note of is that all of the patrons seemed to only have chai and not food. If you want something strong, spicy, and fresh at 7 pm, go to Nachlo- they also make homemade mango lassis. Their dishes are also $15 compared to the $20 here.
Man that food was not hitting right if you actually care about Somali food don’t come here ?
Funny little place, awesome food and nice people, got free
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gave extra rice
Great tasting food, amazing service and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Shank, Combo Meal, Chicken Kabab and Fried Rice
The food isn’t bad but the service is beyond horrible. There’s a lady who doesn’t speak English (which isn’t a problem) who usually cooks and opens the store. I came during breakfast hours in two different days and she gave me some of the worst attitudes I’ve ever seen. Firstly nothing was cooked and it was 10am (they open 7am) and I asked for tea and she said she didn’t make any yet. I politely asked when will food be ready she literally said “I’ll make it when I make it” and continued to talk on the phone and ignored me. I mean if you don’t wanna run a business then don’t open one. I truly hate their service. I’m only giving them 3 stars for the tea because it’s my favorite in Boston.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
Expand your culinary pallet with the cuisine at Ashur Restaurant. One thing is for sure each time you visit Asher: The food is delicious, and you are most certainly welcome. The sambusa are great! Don't forget to ask for the busbus sauce! The house sauce is homemade, and if you don't get it, you're severely missing out.If you haven't been here yet, you're missing an absolute gem. Come get some delicious, authentic cuisine ASAP.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sambusa
Good food . Best thing that they have from my perspective the chicken Laban with ranch??
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
It was a nice place that had delicious food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
We went there with the hope that we would have some good halal food after 14hr long journey. Sadly, in the google map it says it is open by 10 am in the morning of Saturday. But the lady in the shop said it is not opened. They should update their time.
Came in one day randomly after years of walking past this place. The lady behind the counter didn't acknowledge us when we entered or even asked if we wanted to order... nbd. My husband and I asked about some dishes and were told there were only three options to choose from today. I ordered the lamb leg and rice platter and my husband ordered the chicken and rice platter. We sat down at a table of our choice and waited about 10-15 minutes before our food came out. Both meals were cooked up by the lady at the counter, both meals were extremely delicious and it was not expensive.
Restaurantji Recommends
Great service, amazing food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent food and very friendly service!! Had soor and a delicious vegetarian stew; their chai was delicious.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Veggie Biryani
Phenomenal neighborhood restaurant. Full of African locals and Uber drivers at all hours, but everyone is welcome. Meals are halal, most popular items are the meat dishes that come with rice and salad. The lamb shank is huge and delicious. Some people come for the strong, sugary teas, coffees, and a roll only. Family-owned and operated, owner is always helpful if you have questions with their style of food. Been bringing people since 2014 and it's never disappointed. Double check hours during Ramadan, as sometimes the dine-in hours change and they only sell to-go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Goat Biryani, Lamb Shank, Boneless Lamb, Sandwich, Traditional Pilau Rice, Malawah with Suqar
got the lamb biryani and wow!! so divine! portion was huge and reasonably priced. i'm definitely going back to explore more of the menu! highly recommend to look at the online menu before hand because they didn't have any lying around
I went here with friends. I wouldn’t really call this Middle Eastern cuisine. The spice level is less than mild. The food (goat cubes, lamb, chicken biryani, samboosas) also came out astonishingly fast, a sign that it was reheated. One of my friends said the chai was fantastic though. The restaurant was very community oriented- I’d come here again for the vibe, but not the food. The staff was very pleasant and polite. Something to take note of is that all of the patrons seemed to only have chai and not food. If you want something strong, spicy, and fresh at 7 pm, go to Nachlo- they also make homemade mango lassis. Their dishes are also $15 compared to the $20 here.
Recommended dishes: Goat Biryani