Tucked away in a small corner of Copley Square you’ll find the chic, upscale Vlora Restaurant. Descend a flight of stairs and slip into the sleek, European-inspired dining room of this hidden gem. The starry ceiling of twinkling lights is coolly complemented by the skylight that peeks out onto the square, creating an intimate, lounge-like ambiance perfect for a romantic rendezvous or a night out on the town.

Lovingly prepared signature dishes inspired by Chef Aldo’s childhood in Vlora, Albania—the restaurant’s title inspiration—harmonize with an extensive, handpicked wine list. Influenced by the flavors of Southern Italy, Greece, and Albania, Vlora’s dishes are created using only the freshest ingredients enhanced with seasonal herbs and high quality olive oil for a truly Mediterranean meal.

Chef Aldo’s cooking philosophy, ‘eat better and live better,’ flavors all of Vlora’s innovative dishes. From sweet, refreshing watermelon with feta to argulua salad with plumped raisins, strawberries, and aged piavé, Chef Aldo’s offerings focus on fresh, healthy ingredients simply prepared.

• Vegetarian moussaka | layered medley of eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, potato, Swiss cheese, and tomato, served with garlic yogurt and cucumber sauce
• Fasule | gigante beans, frisee, and roasted red peppers with garlic vinaigrette
• Spicy Couscous & Shrimp | pearl couscous, harissa sauce, and green beans
• Chilean Sea Bass | baby ratatouille, beet puree, and lemon capers
• Kompekai | Albanian-style bread pudding studded with walnuts and pistachio and topped with crème anglaise
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• One shared appetizer | choice of: watermelon and feta tidbit, roasted beet salad, arancini siciliani, mussels, shrimp saganaki, and more
• Entrées | choice of two: 16 oz flat iron steak, Mediterranean kebabs, psaropita, or fresh sea scallops
• One shared dessert | choice of: tiramisu crème anglaise, crème brulee, chocolate truffle, artisnal Italian gelato, and more
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3.5 stars and 145 reviews on Yelp

"LOVE VLORA. It's just that simple. Vlora's got an awesome Mediterranean-inspired menu. Everything is stellar, from the salads to the seafood, from the lamb to the dessert!" - Yelp Reviewer Valerie K., Boston, MA, 8/8/10
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"This place is so good that I've been twice in the past two days. I love the decor. It's so slick, clean, and a cross between trying to look Mediterranean with an NYC vibe." - Yelp Reviewer Sara S., Boston, MA, 7/6/08
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"The appetizer of choice was the watermelon topped with feta and balsamic vinegar. It was delightful. The combination of such simple ingredients was inspiring." - Yelp Reviewer Pete J., Boston, MA, 2/14/11
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"Went here for dinner and loved the food and decor. Very cool restaurant with twinkle lights above the bar, large skylights, and white leather dining chairs." - Yelp Reviewer Alyson G., Somerville, MA, 5/26/09
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