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Bab Al-Yemen Boston, Boston, MA

Bab Al-Yemen Boston

4.6 (340)
$30 and under
Middle Eastern
468 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215-2706

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Bab-Al-Yemen is not only a restaurant where you could find authentic Yemeni cuisine, but it is a unique experience designed to serve as a hub of Yemeni culture in the city of Boston. Named after a well-known historical landmark of Yemen, Bab-Al-Yemen serves dishes cooked in accordance with traditional Yemeni recipes using high quality ingredients.

Yemeni food is highly regarded in the Middle East for its rich flavors. Some of the staples are lamb mendi, haneeth with rice, and fahsa with freshly-baked bread. Bab-Al-Yemen is located in Kenmore Square and warmly welcomes each guest to discover and appreciate its food and hospitality.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Halal
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Delivery & takeout

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What 340 people are saying

Bab Al-Yemen Boston reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bab Al-Yemen in Boston offers "amazing food" with "wonderful warm ambiance" and "good value." Diners rave about "delicious" lamb dishes, "freshly baked bread," and "fantastic service." The restaurant features "authentic Yemeni flavors" and a "cozy atmosphere." Highlights include "floor seating" and "friendly staff," making it a delightful dining experience.
340 Reviews
  1. anjum VIP

    Dublin22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, wonderful warm ambiance, and good value!

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  2. Melinda

    Greater Boston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The hummus with chicken was excellent and the accompanying pita bread fresh and flavorful.

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  3. C Russell

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family members enjoy dining out in local ethnic restaurants, and Bab Al-Yemen near Kenmore Square proved to be an excellent choice. Five of us ordered various appetizers then one chicken and one lamb entree. We enjoyed Meat Samboosa, Yemeni Salad, Hummus, Falafel and freshly baked bread. The servers were attentive and courteous. We were pleasantly surprised at the reasonable price for our excellent dining experience.

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  4. terri VIP

    Greater Boston16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this restaurant and visit frequently. There's nothing not worth ordering on this menu! Every lamb dish is delicious so you can't go wrong. Hummus and bread are always wonderful and fresh. A lovely staff and so helpful… but Ricky is THE BEST, he is so helpful in menu guidance and just the most pleasant person ever!

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  5. kim

    Nashville2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We all had such high expectations. However, the experience was underwhelming. Service was poor. Lamb shank was very fatty and came out lukewarm. The highlight was the roasted Eggplant.

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  6. Armin

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food, awesome people, Bab Al Yemen is what a dinner with family and friends should feel like

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  7. Ahmad

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was wonderful. My daughter NOUR said this was her best birthday ever because of the experience she had at your restaurant. The host was excellent and the person who took our order was knowledgeable and kind . It was pleasurable experience for all of us . Appreciate you

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  8. Nora

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic experience. The food was delicious. The waiters were amazing ! The manager Basil was very attentive!

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  9. susan

    Washington, D.C. Area8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Small place with excellent food. The chicken fell off the bone and was very well spiced. The falafel was one of the best I’ve had.

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  10. Stephanie

    Nashville1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Everything about it was just ok. The food was ok, the environment was ok but the service was below standard.

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FAQs

Bab Al-Yemen Boston does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Bab Al-Yemen Boston is rated 4.6 stars by 340 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Greater Boston
  4. Boston
  5. Back Bay

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Bab Al-Yemen Boston

468 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215-2706

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Halal
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Kenmore T Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan
  • Delivery & takeout
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