Must-Try Menu Items at Bar Vlaha
Tucked in the heart of Washington Square, Bar Vlaha brings an ancient tradition of Greek hospitality to life through the vibrant story of the Vlach people—a nomadic community of shepherds credited with shaping the foundation of Hellenic cuisine. Long before the rise of the popular island fare, the Vlachs were cultivating flavors deep in the rural mountains, lakes, and villages of Central and Northern Greece.
At Bar Vlaha, we pay homage to this rich culinary heritage by stepping away from the familiar and dive into the hearty, soulful dishes of inland Greece. Every bite tells a story—from rustic traditions to modern interpretations of centuries-old recipes.
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Classic Spreads
Start your meal the Vlach way—with a selection of traditional spreads; all served with Horiatiko Psomi, a rustic village bread that’s baked fresh and perfect for dipping.
Galotyri – Creamy sheep’s milk cheese blended with aged feta
Tzatziki – Yogurt with cucumber, dill, and garlic
Kopanisti – Whipped feta with roasted peppers and boukovo (Greek chili flakes)
Taramosalata – Smooth carp roe dip with lemon and olive oil
Melitzanosalata – Charred eggplant spread with peppers and herbs
Fava – Pureed split peas topped with capers and red onion
Dishes for the Table
These shareable plates are perfect to start your meal or accompany your main courses:
Dolmades – Grape leaves stuffed with beef, pork, rice, and mint, finished with avgolemono (egg-lemon sauce)
Vatrachopodara – Crispy fried frog legs with herb-caper yogurt
Loukaniko – House-made pork and fennel sausage, pan-fried and served with mustard yogurt
Traditional Greek Dishes
Dive into the heart of Greek mountain cuisine with these warming, flavorful classics:
Melitzana Yiahni – Stewed eggplant with potato, feta, garlic, and tomato
Agriogourouno – Slow-braised wild boar shoulder with red wine and warm spices, served over hilopites (Greek pasta) and topped with manouri cheese
Moschari Me Damaskina – Braised beef cheeks in red wine with prunes and trahanas (fermented wheat)
Garides Me Gigandes – Freshwater shrimp with giant beans, tomato, and leek
Karavides – Crayfish simmered with ouzo, tomato, fennel, and orzo
Charcoal-Grilled Specialties
The soul of Vlach cooking is in its open-fire techniques, which we proudly bring to your table:
Arni Stin Souvla – Garlic and rosemary-marinated lamb leg, slow-roasted on the spit.
Kontosouvli – Juicy chicken marinated in Greek yogurt and roasted to perfection
Vlach Giorti (The Vlach Feast) – A celebration platter featuring spit-roasted lamb leg, lamb chops, chicken kontosouvli, brizola (grilled steak), loukaniko, potatoes, tzatziki, and spicy feta
Book Your Table at Bar Vlaha
Whether you’re revisiting your roots or discovering a new side of Greek cuisine, Bar Vlaha offers a culinary journey unlike any other in Greater Boston. Come for the food, stay for the story—and experience Greek hospitality the way it was meant to be. Make your reservation today—we can’t wait to welcome you!
