Sarma
A Mediterranean small plates restaurant in Somerville, where creative meze sharing dishes draw packed crowds almost every night, offering plenty of vegetarian options.
Opened by Ana Sortun of Oleana, with chef Cassie Piuma—a multiple James Beard Award nominee—at the helm, Sarma serves sharing plates inspired by Turkish and Mediterranean meze, with a wealth of vegetarian options. Popular dishes include lentil nachos with feta sauce, Reuben-style potato pancakes, and Brussels sprouts, while starting with warm pita bread paired with seven-layer hummus is also highly recommended. The interior is vibrant and bustling, and it is packed almost every night. Booking in advance is highly recommended; parties of two can try for bar seats when doors open, as the bar is reserved for walk-ins. The average cost is about $50-$100 per person, and the menu changes frequently. Located on Pearl Street in Somerville, it requires a transfer or a taxi ride from downtown.
Opening hours
Sun–Thu 17:30-22:00, Fri–Sat 17:30-23:00 (The Infatuation states it opens at 17:00; subject to official info)
Nearby sights
- Harvard Museum of Natural History
- Harvard University
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Museum of Science, Boston
- Bunker Hill Monument
- Charles River Esplanade
- Newbury Street
- Fenway Park