Egyptian all-vegan street food with a twist. Koshari, one of Egypt’s national dishes, is the main offering. It is a hearty dish composed of rice, lentils, chickpeas & pasta, topped with a spicy tomato sauce and fried onions. Offers six different sauce options with different spice levels. Additional items include eggplant bowls, seasonal specials, and side dishes. Relocated from 1 Bow Market Way. Open Wed-Sat 11:00am-10:00pm, Sun 11:00am-8:00pm.
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585 Somerville Ave, Somerville, Massachusetts, USA, 02143
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59 Reviews
First Review by 770veg
E1yza
Points +226
Always amazing - Edit
Every time i come i order the mushroom shawerma sub. Even my friends who don’t like mushrooms order this sub. The sauce is delicious, mini carmelized onions, mushrooms, basically everything. And i always get the sahleb tea, it’s similar to chai, but has like a rice pudding in the tea. The rice pudding dessert is also good but i wish it was heated up.
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JacksonJackson
Points +52
Egyptian Vegan - Edit
The appetizer was excellent. The mushroom shawarma was pretty good. I would definitely go back. Service was excellent.
Read morePros: Everything is vegan , Service
Cons: Parking , Evening: make a reservation
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villain
Points +8542
Koshari - Edit
This was my first time trying koshari, and it was so delicious! I wasn't sure how spicy things would be here, so I tried it with the mild sauce. In the future, I would go for a higher spice level. I also got the rice pudding, which was great.
Read moreFood was out very quickly, within a few minutes. And the service was attentive. The owner is super friendly.
theNumberOfTheBeast
Vegan Koshari joint in Summerville? That's awesome. Cairo doesn't even have a vegan koshari (or any other kind of vegan) restaurant. 😅😅😅
Read morevillain
I know, right! This was so good. I wish vegan Egyptian places were more common. I saw your review for the only "vegan" place in Cairo... 😬
Read moretheNumberOfTheBeast
I found a ful cart that was plant based by coincidence and it literally packed up and ran away from the police while I was eating. The funniest thing. Wish I could add those guys to happy cow.
Read moreSeatown_vegan
Loved this restaurant when I went.
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VeganduMonde
Points +91
Amazing! - Edit
Found this place walking home after a “smash the patriarchy” event. Had zero expectations. Was delicious!!! Got the split pea dish and a hot chocolate. Both top notch!
Read morePros: Delicious, Variety of options, Lovely atmosphere
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BettySlutsky
Points +883
An elegant experience - Edit
In 2021 I went to their old Bow Market hole in the wall for takeout, but this was my first time at the sit down location. WOW, what an upgrade! The place is beautiful. My girlfriend and I went for a late lunch, ordered a feast, and everything was glorious. The staff are so friendly and helpful, the food is transcendent, and the vibes are good. It was my idea to go, but despite not being veg, my girlfriend already wants to go back ^_^ We'll call that a success!
Read morePros: Delicious, Phenomenal staff, Woman-owned
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Seatown_vegan
Points +8096
Great Egyptian Food - Edit
This was my first time having Egyptian food and it was great. I ordered the signature dish, a Koshari bowl, and it was simple but delicious. I also had an eggplant sandwich and their hummus. Everything was good.
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JasonSutton
Points +23
Tasty and healthy - Edit
Just had a very yummy lunch. The Koshari bowl was great and filling without being heavy. I would definitely come back here.
Read morePros: All vegan, Tasty
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The Hungry Vegan
Points +3774
Loved it - Edit
I had a delicious mezze platter with felafel, eggplant, hummus, muhammara, and tahini. It was delicious! The staff was friendly and the place was cute.
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DidierM
Points +51
Top quality, all vegan restaurant. - Edit
Great authentic dishes from the Eastern Mediterranean.
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TariqIbrahim
Points +310
Delicious Egyptian Food! - Edit
I tried their signature Koshari Dish and the Konafa dessert. The Koshari was excellent! I am someone who eats a lot of rice and beans, so the Koshari was an absolute treat. I loved the Konafa too! One of the desserts that is not easy to come by when you're vegan.
Read moreThe owner is a great person to talk to and I would definitely come back here the next time I am in the Greater Boston area!
Pros: All Vegan, Open Late, Fast Service
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happylivingfree
Points +26
Yum! - Edit
Great place, the owners are so lovely. Highly recommend!
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Tray-C
Points +539
Everything is amazing! - Edit
We ordered take out and got their famous koshari bowl (a fantastic concoction of vegan heaven featuring chickpeas, lentils, macaroni, rice and some kind of amazing garlic delicious sauce), falafel platter (3 pieces with marvelous side salad with lemon garlic dressing loaded with pickled veggies and olives with hummus and yogurt sauces on the side) and for dessert the konafa (think a super sweet caramel kind of rich birds nest that tastes incredible). We had never had proper Egyptian food before and were blown away. The koshari is a must try, it’s unique and so full of flavor and carbaliciois satisfaction. We can’t wait to go back and try more!
Read morePros: Delicious food , Clean and tasteful atmosphere , Fast takeout and great service
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YuliaS
Points +23
Amazing food! - Edit
My husband and I dined at Koshari mama recently. Our food was delicious. I had an moussaka entree and it was delicious. And my husband had Koshari which he also likes. Big portions, great for sharing!
Read moreI am very excited to order a lunch delivery from this place since they have a different lunch menu.
Updated from previous review on 2022-07-05
Pros: Interesting and delicious food , Big portions
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Thaumaturge
Points +26
Disappointing - Edit
I was so excited to try their signature koshari dish, but was very disappointed. The lentils were undercooked, to the point of being almost hard, and the dish lacked flavor without the sauce (and then, with the spicy sauce I ordered, the sauce was all I could taste). It was a shame, because I love the idea of vegan Egyptian street food, and the decor inside the restaurant is really terrific--very stylish and chic, like a boutique restaurant in Greenwich Village. Maybe the other dishes are better--I hope so, because I would like to see this place succeed.
Read morePros: Nice dining environment
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JenniferShanks
Points +86
Fabulous food and service with a smile! - Edit
The mushroom dish was outstanding! Great food!
Read morePros: Great options
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veganjay
Points +290
Vegan Egyptian food - Edit
This is likely the only all-vegan Egyptian restaurant I've ever been to. The signature dish is koshari, which is a bit of everything: lentils, rice, pasta, chickpeas, spices. It was delicious and filling. They also have items like hummus, falafel, and tabouleh. Very nice place!
Read morePros: All vegan, Good offering of unique and common dishes, Friendly staff
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SpringBreeze
Points +387
Fresh food, delicious - Edit
Fresh food, good menu of delicious Mediterranean food, coffee, drinks and beverages. The restaurant is clean, cozy decoration, nice ambiance. Great service, fast and corteous. I would have enjoyed some Egyptian music in the background instead of Latin music. I will definitely go back to try other dishes.
Read moreCons: would like to see paper straws option
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BenjaminCares
Points +32
Absolutely Stellar - Edit
All Vegan - Egyptian Food
Read moreAmazing starters
Amazing mains
Amazing desserts
A must eat at spot right in Somerville next to Bow Market.
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GloriaBila
Points +315
Friggin awesome - Edit
All vegan Egyptian inspired menu. It was delicious, affordable and the interior of the restaurant is so cute and cozy. What an excellent find. Everything we ate was awesome. The lentil soup is beyond! The koshari was so good and I had leftovers for days!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-02-09
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veghead007
Points +252
Lovely meal and atmosphere - Edit
We enjoyed the food and service here! Delicious food, we'll be back.
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JaderBatista
Points +41
Amazing food, amazing place! - Edit
I loved the place and the food! Very good service.
Read more- Mezza platter is a lot of food, be mindful before ordering that if you want to try a main dish by yourself.
- Good desert!
Pros: All vegan menu, Good seasoning
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gnomeanna
Points +34
A new favorite! - Edit
Came here for my birthday dinner based on the enthusiastic reviews here on Happy Cow, and it STILL exceeded expectations! Both of the staff we interacted with were so kind and friendly, and all of the food was off the charts. We were given a sample of the lentil soup and it was so light and flavorful and warming: perfect for a cold day. I got koshari, which I’ve never had before, and every component was just perfect. It was a huge serving, too - I brought home another meal’s worth as leftovers! 😋 My date, an omnivore, got a dish with thick cut fries, garlic sauce, and deep fried impossible burger: they loved it and were still talking about the garlic sauce after we got home! I was even surprised with a container of sesame date cookies after I blabbed that it was my birthday. They’re so good! I’ve been slowly savoring them and sharing them and remembering a wonderful meal every time I bite into one.
Read moreI want to try every single thing on the menu here. This is a local business well worth supporting!
Updated from previous review on 2021-11-25
Pros: 100% vegan!!, Absurdly delicious, Great atmosphere, kind and wonderful people
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FatmaFouad
Points +26
The best food!! - Edit
Great option lovely family atmosphere! I ordered Koshari and other appetizers
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GlobeTrotter18
Points +821
Awesome plant based meal - Edit
Love the new location, today was opening day. Nice selection of Egyptian street and other foods . Love the spices,sauces, different textures in foods.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-11-20
Pros: Lots if gluten-free options , Menu well marked
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BallroomVegan
Points +258
Love love love💚🤍💜 - Edit
First time in the brand new space and expanded menu. Everything was absolutely incredible and these warm wonderful people so welcoming. Can’t wait to come back!
Read morePros: Incredible flavor, Always reliable, Fairly priced for the quality
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ChristaMSelf
Points +46
Absolutely delicious - Edit
Koshari might be my new favorite food! Every component of the dish is flavorful in its own way. A great balance of protein and carbs. I can't wait to go back and try the other offerings, especially eggplant. This was my first time trying Egyptian food. I felt like the food was prepared with love and care.
Read morePros: all vegan
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SouthernmostVegan
Points +1811
Simply delish - Edit
Ordered food for a small party of 10 people. I've spent time in Egypt, but my friends have not. They didn't know what Egyptian food is and they loved it! It's simple food, made simply, with lots of flavor. We had a platter of Koshari (rice bowl with lentils, pasta, onions, chickpeas), fermented vegetables, eggplant, Balady bread, salad with mint dressing, and rice pudding and Konafa (shredded wheat and coconut cream) for dessert.
Read moreSeriously, more people need to eat here already. Cheap eats at its best!
Pros: Cheap Eats, Simple
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