KAVA neo-taverna

KAVA neo-taverna on Shawmut Avenue is a Greek restaurant where ordering several plates for the table makes sense. Start with tzatziki, spicy whipped feta or eggplant dip, then add zucchini chips, grilled octopus or lamb meatballs. Vegetables get plenty of space on the menu, including giant beans in tomato sauce and eggplant baked with kasseri cheese. For a larger plate, there are lamb chops, grilled sea bass and braised short rib over orzo. The horiatiki salad brings together tomatoes, cucumber, peppers, olives and feta. Finish with baklava or Greek yogurt with honey and candied walnuts. Bring someone who is happy to share; there are quite a few decisions to make.