(617) 600-7685
545 Boylston Street
(Clarendon Street)
Boston,
MA
02116
42.3506
-71.076
Neighborhoods: Back Bay, Back Bay East
Vlora Restaurant
Last updated 7.24.09
What People Are Saying About Vlora
The Owner
Vlora
Owner
Located in the heart of Boston's Back Bay (Boylston Street and Clarendon Street), Vlora restaurant focuses on truly authentic Mediterranean cuisine that is characterized by a minimalist approach to cooking with an emphasis on taste and the use of the freshest ingredients. Owned and operated by husband and wife team Aldo Velaj and Cindy Tsai, the restaurant is named after Aldo's home town - Vlora, Albania. Vlora's menu stems largely from Aldo's experiences traveling and eating through the Northern Mediterranean region of Southern Italy, Greece and Albania. The Restaurant's cozy subterranean…
The Editor
Gerrish Lopez
Citysearch
In Short – A focus on authentic Mediterranean cuisine--from Italy, Greece, and Albania--makes this restaurant a healthy and affordable alternative in the Back Bay. Named for the chef's hometown, Vlora embodies a minimalist approach to cooking with an emphasis on taste and fresh ingredients. The grilled octopus is as good as any in the city, and the salads, pies and grilled meats and fish are all suitable authentic. The extensive and reasonably priced wine list offers something for everyone. A cozy, European atmosphere enhances the dining experience.
07/09/09
Menu and wine is phenomenal
by JanusFoodie
The trendiness of Vlora is amazing I will go back again in August. Wonderful Decor in and out as well exceptional appetizers I am glad we put our trust in our waitress to pick our appetizers. Wish they would stay open till 3am lol
- Pros: Wine was amazing and sent me to the sky
- Cons: they close to early
03/10/09
Delicious Food! Impeccable Service!
by IrishTemper
I was pleasantly surprised by the unbelievable delicious food and the extremely attentive service. We tried the octopus and trip of pies for appetizers and both were to die for. I had a yellow fin tuna that was cooked to perfection over spinach and couscous. Others in my group had the sole and the shrimjp over couscous. I would caution the Shrim over Couscous dish was a mild spice (i love spicy food! - one person can barely handle mild salsa) so the waitstaff might want to make caution about that.
the decor was modern, trendy and inviting. The restuarnt is difficult to find. They are below street level and difficult to find unless you are looking for them. I would suggest a sign that is more visible from the street.
- Cons: When the door opens there is a draft if youre near the door
02/04/09
LA Life in Boston
by Molls707
My best friend and I just moved here from Los Angeles a month ago, so we're new the city. The other night, we went looking for a place to go out for drinks/appetizers after work, and decided to try Vlora after a co-worker recommended it to me as an upscale, trendy night spot. Well, let me tell you, we were not dissapointed! The inside of the restaurant/bar area is beautiful, very reminiscent of an LA lounge atmosphere, like S Bar, or the Palomar. We sipped glasses of tasty prosecco and shared the Arancini (filled with rice, feta, and mushroom: super yummy) and the Saganaki (pan fried Greek cheese: melts in your mouth!) I highly recommend Vlora to anyone looking for a relaxing bar to hang out in after a long day of work.
- Pros: Ambience, Service, Food, Wine
The Details on Vlora
When to Go:
On Sundays, from 5pm-9pm, Vlora offers a three course, family-style "Sunday Supper" for $30 per person ($20 for kids).
Know Before You Go:
Breakfast (mortadella and scrambled eggs on a croissant, authentic Greek frappes) is served daily from 7am-11am; lunch (homemade gnocchi, Greek peasant salad) from 11am-3pm; a light menu from 3pm-5pm and 11pm-1am; and dinner from 5pm-11pm. There's also a weekend brunch from 10am-3pm.
When to Go:
Monday through Thursday, Vlora restaurant offers 50% off all appetizers from 3-5pm.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Family-Friendly Dining, Breakfast, Late Night Dining, Romantic Dining, Brunch, Date Spot, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Notable Wine List, Bar Scene
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
Message from Vlora
- Casual Dining
- Freshest Ingredients
- Authentic Mediterranean
Located in the heart of Boston's Back Bay (Boylston Street and Clarendon Street), Vlora restaurant focuses on truly authentic Mediterranean cuisine that is characterized by a minimalist approach to cooking with an emphasis on taste and the use of the freshest ingredients. Owned and operated by husband and wife team Aldo Velaj and Cindy Tsai, the restaurant is named after Aldo's home town - Vlora, Albania. Vlora's menu stems largely from Aldo's experiences traveling and eating through the Northern Mediterranean region of Southern Italy, Greece and Albania. The Restaurant's cozy subterranean location and sexy atmosphere mimic the supper clubs and lounges prevalent all throughout Europe. Featuring an extensive yet reasonably priced wine and beer menu, the restaurant also offers food from 7am until 1 am seven days a week.
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