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The Scene – This meze house--the Turkish version of a tapas bar--attracts families, as well as older couples and groups. Since the place gets crowded, the usually attentive waitstaff can sometimes become harried and profusely apologetic. Somehow, though, the bread basket is never empty. – – The Food – The meze span a range from familiar to exotic. The creamy hummus is a good use for the crusty bread. A sharp take on tabbouleh is also excellent, and feta rolled in phyllo dough is a crispy standout. Eggplant sauteed with tomatoes and garlic is a good choice, but the…