Eastern Mediterranean & Arabic bites in an intimate, mosaic-tiled space selling house spices & jams.
At a glance
#2 of 7 Mediterranean restaurants in Cambridge #2 of 4 Middle Eastern restaurants in CambridgeLocalGuideWorld score: 4.50
Rating breakdown
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5 ★73%
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4 ★16%
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3 ★6%
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2 ★3%
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1 ★2%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of Moona?
- Moona is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 574 reviews.
- How does Moona rank in Cambridge?
- Moona is #2 of 7 Mediterranean restaurants in Cambridge by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Moona located?
- 243 Hampshire St, Cambridge, MA 02139, United States — 0.5 km from the center of Cambridge.
- How can I contact Moona?
- Phone: +1 617-945-7448 · Website: moonarestaurant.com
This place is worth visiting and then returning to eat all the things you couldn't order the first time! We shared the octopus, musakhan duck rolls, and lamb -- and all were so flavorful and hearty. Our wait staff was knowledgeable and friendly, it made the entire dining experience worth it. We paired our meal with the pomegranate mocktails (delicious) and finished off with the decadent chocolate molten cake/mousse and the rice pudding. Everything was amazing and we can't wait to return to this gem.
An outstanding restaurant with amazing food and flavors and excellent service. We made reservations for a weekend dinner for four people and we were seated soon after arriving. It is a small location so reservations are a must. Our server was prompt and friendly with some excellent suggestions on the best items on the menu. Since they primarily do tapas style dishes, we agreed on 8 selections based on the server's recommendation for the size of our party and ordered them with drinks. They even added to the plates so that dishes that might normally come with three items came with four based on our party size. The experience was excellent as they brought the small plates out in an order where dishes complemented each other and built up to a finish. Drinks were excellent as well and we ordered the right amount of food for everyone to be satisfied. Prices were very reasonable especially considering the quality and the portions. We all agreed it was one of the best meals we'd enjoyed and would absolutely visit again. A truly memorable experience and restaurant and a new favorite.
Wow! Just wow, everything was absolutely amazing. My boyfriend and I stumbled upon this place on a Sunday night looking for places to eat, starved.
We looked up a few places and settled on this place and a settle it was not. From the food to service to ambiance, A++.
Remy our server was a ball, though well versed with the menu, it was his quick wit and attentiveness that sold us. We enjoyed the Kahweh Khaneh and the Korkom and Carrot for drinks. The KK had a nice kick and the KC was so smooth I could have a few and still be in love the next day. For starters we had the Eggplant Satteh and the Scallops. The Scallops my partner has deemed them his favorite dish of the year so much so he wished there was a version as a main dish. The bbq duck and sweet corn, chefs kiss. The eggplant, recommended by Remy, was also bomb. The peta crips and pine nuts paired with the creaminess of yogurt and eggplants, amazing. As our main we had the whole fish and chicken tagine, and I tell you well left no crumbs. Literally. The fish was so well cooked but the chicken out of this world. A big ol thigh and wing atop a bed of sweet potatoes and stewed onions. Everything was so tender and well seasoned. We ended our night with the banana bread pudding and rice pudding, it was just the icing on the cake.
If y’all are thinking about going here, please do. From the outstanding service and hospitality , to the exceptional food. This is definitely in our Rolodex of places we love.
We looked up a few places and settled on this place and a settle it was not. From the food to service to ambiance, A++.
Remy our server was a ball, though well versed with the menu, it was his quick wit and attentiveness that sold us. We enjoyed the Kahweh Khaneh and the Korkom and Carrot for drinks. The KK had a nice kick and the KC was so smooth I could have a few and still be in love the next day. For starters we had the Eggplant Satteh and the Scallops. The Scallops my partner has deemed them his favorite dish of the year so much so he wished there was a version as a main dish. The bbq duck and sweet corn, chefs kiss. The eggplant, recommended by Remy, was also bomb. The peta crips and pine nuts paired with the creaminess of yogurt and eggplants, amazing. As our main we had the whole fish and chicken tagine, and I tell you well left no crumbs. Literally. The fish was so well cooked but the chicken out of this world. A big ol thigh and wing atop a bed of sweet potatoes and stewed onions. Everything was so tender and well seasoned. We ended our night with the banana bread pudding and rice pudding, it was just the icing on the cake.
If y’all are thinking about going here, please do. From the outstanding service and hospitality , to the exceptional food. This is definitely in our Rolodex of places we love.
Really love this spot. Food was incredible, vibe is cozy and cool, great staff. A really great spot to try all the plates. The Fatteh and the Fattoush were the table favorites. I was also super impressed with the octopus- very hard to get that right, and they did. Perfect.
Amazing Mediterranean cuisine in Inman Square! Came here for a birthday celebration and were treated very well. The space is small, and can only seat ~30 people max. That said, the food, service, and atmosphere were sensational.
We needed to wait for our seats. That said, the lady at the front of the house Christine was incredibly friendly and quick to keep us updated about our reservation, answer questions we had about drinks and food, and even get us our drinks even before we sat down. The rest of the staff were very quick to make recommendations, but also make conversation about their experience working there - a telling sign that this is a well put together team that focuses on customer service.
Food and drinks were amazing. The fezcal, and painless pineapple - a seasonal drink- were what we got. The list of wine selection stretched from the US, France, Italy, and even Lebanon, which made for great pairings. Most of the food items were tapas style - the octopus, chicken liver mousse, dips, lamb burgers, and steak tips were all highlights. The chicken liver mousse is a particularly great starter along with the dips. The octopus is incredibly well balanced by the fennel yogurt.
The service all the while was quick and timely based on how hungry we were. At the end, they were even able to get a birthday candle out for our celebration with one of the dessert dishes. While the price is higher than average of restaurants in Cambridge, the food and service make this place worth going to for future special occasions. Excited to come by again soon!
We needed to wait for our seats. That said, the lady at the front of the house Christine was incredibly friendly and quick to keep us updated about our reservation, answer questions we had about drinks and food, and even get us our drinks even before we sat down. The rest of the staff were very quick to make recommendations, but also make conversation about their experience working there - a telling sign that this is a well put together team that focuses on customer service.
Food and drinks were amazing. The fezcal, and painless pineapple - a seasonal drink- were what we got. The list of wine selection stretched from the US, France, Italy, and even Lebanon, which made for great pairings. Most of the food items were tapas style - the octopus, chicken liver mousse, dips, lamb burgers, and steak tips were all highlights. The chicken liver mousse is a particularly great starter along with the dips. The octopus is incredibly well balanced by the fennel yogurt.
The service all the while was quick and timely based on how hungry we were. At the end, they were even able to get a birthday candle out for our celebration with one of the dessert dishes. While the price is higher than average of restaurants in Cambridge, the food and service make this place worth going to for future special occasions. Excited to come by again soon!
Really liked this place as I searched for something different in the Boston culinary scene.
The mezze dip plate was best in class - whipped feta with pomegranate seeds, eggplant, hummus and great picketed vegetables (but they definitely need to up the pita department - store bought pita is a downer with such great dips). Grilled corn was insane - but felt more Latin and Middle Eastern - but don’t get me wrong - fantastic. And the grilled mini-lamb burgers were incredible - even my teenage daughter went nuts over them (I might have gone sans bun - and more authentic - but still great).
Cool little vibe for the spot.
Only downside was the speed of service - everything was on the table inside 10 minutes - and generally like to pace it out a bit.
In short - fantastic little spot. Will be back.
The mezze dip plate was best in class - whipped feta with pomegranate seeds, eggplant, hummus and great picketed vegetables (but they definitely need to up the pita department - store bought pita is a downer with such great dips). Grilled corn was insane - but felt more Latin and Middle Eastern - but don’t get me wrong - fantastic. And the grilled mini-lamb burgers were incredible - even my teenage daughter went nuts over them (I might have gone sans bun - and more authentic - but still great).
Cool little vibe for the spot.
Only downside was the speed of service - everything was on the table inside 10 minutes - and generally like to pace it out a bit.
In short - fantastic little spot. Will be back.
Great dinner location that honestly should have a lot more hype than it does. We ordered the eggplant fatteh, feta fritters, lamb burgers, and whole grilled fish. Everything was delicious, the eggplant fatteh is a must - I’ve never had anything like it and it truly stood out as a star dish. The feta fritters could be better (they’re amazingly soft, but lack a flavor that you really remember).
Also, the place is a bit tight, so expect to get comfortable with the people at the tables next to you. If you’re unlucky, you might end up near someone who laughs way too loudly. Besides that, excellent location.
Also, the place is a bit tight, so expect to get comfortable with the people at the tables next to you. If you’re unlucky, you might end up near someone who laughs way too loudly. Besides that, excellent location.
Overall, a filling meal with more than a few vegetarian options to choose from. While the dishes aren’t large, they are sharing size and 3-4 items should pretty well fill up 2 people. The service was quick for a busy weeknight and the location is easy to get to. Overall, happy with the experience. Would recommend the eggplant fatteh as the best item I enjoyed there this evening. Would have preferred them to at least warm the pita up for the dips, but not a huge issue.
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