The JAFRA sign above the bar on emerald tile
Who we are

قصتنا

Our Story

A Palestinian family-owned restaurant, and a dining room built for gathering.

أهلاً وسهلاً

Our story

A taste of home in Inman Square

Jafra is a Palestinian family-owned restaurant — fresh mezze, fire-grilled mains, and house drinks brought together in a warm, welcoming dining room.

From hand-rolled falafel and creamy hummus to warm pita and espresso and matcha from the bar, every plate is made to be shared. Whether you are catching up with friends or unwinding after a long day, we have saved you a seat.

Our kitchen cooks Palestinian and Levantine food — the coffee poured slowly, the mezze that crowds a table, the bread torn and passed around. We're proud to bring that hospitality to Inman Square and save you a seat at it.

Overhead mezze spread at Jafra Café
جفراInman Sq
لماذا جفراWhy Jafra

A seat at the table

Rooted in tradition

Palestinian and Levantine cooking — from how we grill our kebob to how we pour the tea.

Made for gathering

Plates built for sharing and a room built for the energy of a great dinner service.

Something for everyone

A halal kitchen with clearly marked vegan and vegetarian options.

Inman Square local

Proud to join the Cambridge neighborhood we call home — 187 Hampshire Street.

البيت بيتكم

“Every cup is a welcome, every seat is saved, and every table is set for sharing.”

The Jafra Promise

المعرضA peek inside

Gallery

The dining room, the plates, and the patio — a first look.