This Metropolitan Avenue location is actually more beautiful and spacious than the Forest Hills…read morespot on Austin Street--but unfortunately, that was the only positive. I wish I had read the reviews beforehand. To start, the service is completely impersonal. Don't expect a smile or any real interaction beyond being shown to your table or having your order taken. Food: The food is bland overall. The bread served at the beginning is clearly microwaved to warm it. The lamb gyro isn't sliced from a rotating grill; it's reheated in a microwave. At first, my husband and I thought the staff was just warming up their own food, but we quickly realized the microwave went off after nearly every order. The chicken in the chicken soup was extremely overcooked--so much so that it tasted like chunks of tuna rather than chicken. The meat pie was also disappointing: soggy and not properly cooked. Save yourself the time and go to the Forest Hills location instead. At least there, you can actually see the food being freshly prepared rather than reheated.

Beautiful ambiance, exceptional service, and unbelievably fresh Turkish food. Every dish tasted…read morehigh-quality and full of flavor. Our waiter went above and beyond--friendly, suggestive, and genuinely interested in getting to know us. Such a memorable experience. I'll absolutely return.

Great neighborhood Turkish spot! Been here several times and can't believe I hadn't reviewed them…read moreyet! Ambience is clean, open and bright with tasteful minimalist decor. Service is always spot on and personable here regardless if they are busy or not. Must orders here are the several varieties of fish, but for those who eat Americanized fish, they take the head and tail off but the fish fillets are not your perfectly squared of pieces. The fish is grilled to perfection and simply served with a side of either grilled veggie, yummy pilaf rice or French fries. The octopus stew is the most buttery and tender octopus you'll ever have and who can not forget their kabob selections whether you do the chicken or lamb! Stick with the mix grill plate for both though so you get to try a selection of them all. End the night with some hot Turkish black tea or string Turkish coffee with a sweet piece of baklavah or a digestive night cap of Raki mixed with a little water and you are good to go! Can't wait for my next dinner here!

Cuisine: 8 Service: 8…read moreDecor: 7 Value: 8 Overall: 8 Always a good meal here. Been coming here for so ling and the consistency is impressive. Last night was no different and everything tasted fantastic. We started by eviscerating the delicious bread with all the dips from Mixed Appetizer Platter and Tarama Salad. We could have eaten a whole meal of just this stuff. Group favorites were the Eggplant and Tarama Salad. Then came the next round of appetizers. We ordered two Octopus Salad, which was a group favorite. Calf Liver was flavorful, while the Fried Calamari was super tender. Pan Fried Anchovies were good, but a bit fishy for some. For entrees, we got two whole fish, Bronzino and St. Peter's Fish. Both were grilled perfectly, tender and moist. Lastly, we had the Fried Red Mullet, which were crispy and flaky. As for dessert, we shared two orders of their awesome Knuefe. The texture of the phyllo dough is fried perfectly, and it wasn't over the top sweet, just the right amount. All in all, a fantastic meal with good friends that was delicious and relatively healthy. What more can you really ask for? Isn't this one of the biggest joys of life?

Been holding off on ordering here again for awhile since they got rid of their last cook, and it…read morewas for good reason. I arrived after putting in an order over the phone "it'll be 15 minutes" they said. Walking in the kitchen was empty with two patties of meat just sitting on the grill. A 20 something year old girl walks in switches the sign to closed and tells me they are closed now, it was 4:23pm. I said I was just told my food would be ready in 15 minutes 15 minutes ago, she said "we're closed" I said "this place sucks now" she called me "an ugly f*gg*t" and said "I hope you get hit by a car on your bike" while giving me two birds. I really wanted this place to have some semblance of what it was and it's absolutely over. DO NOT ORDER OR GIVE ANY BUSINESS TO BOSNA EXPRESS! Domingo, their former chef is forever in our hearts.

We used to get food from here fairly often. The guy who prepared it made really great food and the…read morepre-packaged mousse cups were also tasty. They were closed last week but we decided to get it yeaterday. Apparently the usual cook is either gone or away and the food was horrible. The serving size was smaller, they put tabasco sauce or something gross and spicy on the chicken/rice dinner and it was barely edible. Worse were the mousse cups which after we got home discovered they had green mold all over the top of them (not visible until opened). They must have just left the food in the refrigerator for the week+ they were closed. I should have taken a photo but it was so gross I threw them out. What a waste of money. Unless the good cook comes back, we are never going there again. So disappointed that a place that was so good is now horrible.

Was craving a lamb shawarma and found Falafel Bites from the google search. They do not sell Lamb…read moreShawarma but everything on the menu looked amazing so we decided to give it a try. The restaurant is so cool instead. It has an eygptian them with the artwork and decor and there are games placed around for anyone to take to their table and play. The owner/server was so nice! We ordered two lamb gyros and fries. The pita was packed with fresh veggies, sauce and meat. Every bite was filled with yummy flavors. The fries were basic but perfect. Crisps and salted perfectly; great combo. I loved this spot and would totally go back!

I had the beef kofta over rice and it was delicious! They give you tahini sauce, white sauce and…read moredressing for the salad. They have games to play while you wait for your food. I will definitely come back!

I've been going to Marani for years and had a lovely meal there last night. The evening started out…read morea little differently than expected, as our main course arrived before the appetizer, but the way the team handled it made all the difference. They were warm, attentive, and remade the dishes so my husband and I could enjoy everything in the proper order during a rare night out without the kids. I also received a very generous follow-up afterward, which made me feel that my loyalty and experience were genuinely appreciated. The kebabs are delicious, the food feels truly traditional, and the service will absolutely keep me coming back.

Happy to have tried something new but wasn't my thing. Expensive and I thought the food was…read moreunderwhelming. Marani sampler - 2/5 - 3 different phkali spreads (spinach, eggplant, and green bean). Bland. I like the spinach one the best. It would be nice if it came with bread or chips, but we got bread on the side and that was $5 extra. Lamb kebab - 2/5 - Tough texture. Expected it to be juicier? Khinkali - 3/5 - Thick shell. I always take note of broth inside of a soup dumpling. Wasn't super flavorful but decent.

Absolutely love this place and the cafe cozy vibes. I stumbled upon it while working real estate in…read morethe area. I love Arabian and Mediterranean cuisines so I was enticed to try. I got the chicken shawarma platter, hummus, and babaganoush. All were fresh and tasty. Chickens tender and cooked well. The fruit drinks were a hit also. I'll definitely be back and recommend for a good lunch or dinner when in the area. Coffees and sweet treats available too.

Cool little coffee shop and restaurant. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fresh and tasty food…read moreand friendly service. This time I tried the Flatbread which was very good.

Delicious food, warm service, and did I mention delicious food? Met a friend here for drinks and…read morelunch and was so appreciative that we were able to linger and chat for a while.

Used to love the chicken schnitzel pita here but every time I order now it comes DRENCHED in sauce…read more Inedibly so. I tried the falafel pita today and same issue. The ingredients here are 5 stars for me but the sandwich is literally inedible with the pita so soggy from the sauce

The food is really delicious, fresh and well proportioned. The service is warm, friendly and…read morewelcoming. I've been to OBA twice and have been served by Bellemo both times. He's friendly and a wealth of information. The ambiance is comfortable and festive. The outdoor seating is safe and right off the corner. I look forward to returning to try some of their other dishes.

Such a great spot for lunch or dinner especially when you're craving Greek food…read more I usually go for the falafel and salad but my husband is more of a meat guy so he usually gets one of the brazino or gyros. We have never been disappointed with the service or food because we were always treated with the utmost respect every time we come here. Food is always fresh and made to our liking. Summer there's always some sort of outside seating but winter time we prefer to stay warm inside. Not a lot of tables but definitely able to get a table if you come early enough. Also located in a great spot so if you're not feeling their dessert, you have many options right along austin st!

Great food, good vibe, very friendly owner and staff and reasonable prices. We will definitely be…read morecoming back!

Was in the area visiting a friend and she recommended this place for a late lunch/ early dinner. I…read moreordered the Schnitzel platter minus the rice and beans. Which came with 5 different sides as well as #4 hot sauce. It came with a warm pita bread on the side as well. The guy behind the counter wasn't as friendly though very quiet and he looked as if he was sad or scared. I came in an hour before closing so it was rather quiet. The sides were delicious as well as the schnitzel which wasn't greasy at all.

Naan was perfect, both flaky and fluffy. Idk how to explain it. Crispy edges but still pull apart,…read moreperfect garlic balance. Chicken tikka masala was well balanced, almost sweet? Yet again, idk how to explain it but perfectly balanced. I came in randomly and was really pleasantly surprised. It's the small mom and pop shops that have the best flavor!

Foods great. But what prompted me to write a review was their comfortable chairs. Too many…read morerestaurants have terrible seating as if they hate their customers.