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Abu Omar Halal

4.0 (42 reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)

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Shawarma rice bowl
William L.

Decent Halal option in the Main downtown area if you're out and about and craving a hearty meal beyond the food trucks. It's a small spot so most times it's a takeout order. if you're comfortable enough to sit outside the establishment you'll most likely encounter various panhandlers as it's a bit of a sketchy area with random foot traffic I've gotten the shawarma rice bowl a few times- the meats are seasoned well, it's a hearty bowl with a combination of veggies/toppings/sauce, comparable to a place like Halal guys but a bit more expensive. Service have always been fairly efficient, it's a reliable option late night. 3.5/5

Chicken and beef shawarma
Shehla A.

Just ordered beef and chicken shawarma in shark bread from Abu Omar, probably one of the best shawarma options! Visiting Houston, I got this as a late-night snack. Love it!

French Fries
LeOnnie H.

I had my food delivered while at work so I think I should give this place another try getting it directly from there as my food was cold and not tasty at all. Fries were not good at all I don't think anyone likes cold fries but outside of them being cold they weren't flavorful. My wrap was okay but seemed skimped out on the chicken. It was more wrap than chicken. I may give the Katy location a try I think it had potential.

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5 months ago

great people, everyone was very comforting and enjoyable. i thouroughly enjoyed my time here and would definitely recommend to a new timer.

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Worst one ever. Food was soggy and fries were dry. Taste was awful. The one on Almeda is the best!

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THE BEST - Seriously. Great authentic food, unreal lamb gyro and the nicest guys working. 10/10 recommend

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had to spin back, too good. stayed open through the hurricane, real ones. open til 3 too.

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I love them so much really nice guys and foods Amazing highly recommended. And ambience is really amazing also

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The food was really good and we even got free samples :)) definitely coming back here soon

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Kasra Persian Grill

Kasra Persian Grill

4.4(1.5k reviews)
10.9 mi•Westchase
•$$

Sunday family dinners are usually Middle Eastern kabobs. Last visit was with seven family members…read more Nice to get a plate filled with kabobs, chicken, lamb or salmon, served with basmati rice and grilled vegetables. We usually substitute the rice for Persian salad. Diced cucumbers, tomatoes and red onions with a Persian dressing. My favorite. For something different, try the fesenjan. Chicken served with a pomegranate, walnut and saffron stew served with basmati rice. So tangy and sweet. Love this one! Add some hummus, whipped feta or warm eggplant dip while you wait for dinner. Parking is easy. Make a reservation for a weekend dinner or lunch.

My girlfriend and I were looking for something a bit different in the area and decided to have our…read morefirst try on Persian food at Kasra. I must say I have to echo her review, as we were blown away by the flavors. The restaurant was packed, and the decor was fancy but comfortable. One look at the interior and clientele already convinced me this place would be authentic. We opted to try 2 different combos, the Kasra and seafood combo, so we could share and try a bit of everything. It's hard to pick a favorite, all the proteins were flavorful and tender. The rice was a whole talking point just by itself. I often get bored with plain old white rice, so I'm glad Kasra seasons their rice well. The portions were very generous as well, they left me full after cleaning up that whole plate. This was an excellent introduction to Persian cuisine for me, we got lucky that we chose a place that would leave a great first impression!

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Kasra Persian Grill - Seating Area

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Kasra Persian Grill - Appetizer sampler that includes Kasha Bademjan (eggplant dip), Hummus, and Mast Labu (yogurt with beets)

Appetizer sampler that includes Kasha Bademjan (eggplant dip), Hummus, and Mast Labu (yogurt with beets)

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Kasra Persian Grill

4.6(260 reviews)
4.5 mi•West University
•$$

I had a good experience with Kasra Persian grill. The service was good, the food was yummy & I felt…read moreit was a great value. We had a larger party & ended up getting the family platter to split. We also got sides of the hummus and garlic sauce. Their hummus was really delicious! Definitely a standout. All the different kebabs on the family platter were yummy. I liked the chicken kubideh kebab the best! It was nice and juicy w/ good flavor. The jujeh, chicken kebab, and kubideh were all good, but could've been a bit more juicy for my tastes. But overall everything was yummy. The rices were good too - I liked the baghali the most. Ambiance was nice, it was pretty crowded and a bit on the louder, but had a nice and welcoming vibe. They had some interesting artwork. And value was great, it ended up not being too expensive for our table of 6. You can call and make a reservation, I recommend this on weekends as the place was pretty packed. Also - there's a parking garage in the middle of rice village with 2hrs free parking. Definitly recommend that as well because street parking can be hard to find

I had read through Yelp that people could stand around outside waiting for a long time to get in…read moreduring peak hours because the food is so good. I have grown to trust the people who write reviews, so we went around 5:30-5:45 during the week; it turned out to be a good idea. There were just a few tables that had two, three, and four people. I've been going to restaurants for a long time and for those of you that also go, the moment you walk in there's a smell of food being prepared that wafts out from the kitchen. It's a good smell at Kasra. It was a tad early to get a true vibe, but I didn't care; I wasn't there for the vibe. Our waitress was great and knew what she was talking about. Friendly and polite, she checked on us frequently to make sure we were getting what we wanted. The food was very good and we enjoyed the different tastes from cold to hot appetizers. Make sure you try the hummus I don't stand in any line for anything, but that said if you're looking for the complete experience then go on the weekend around dinner time.

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Kasra Persian Grill - Indoor patio

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Kasra Persian Grill - KASRA'S IMPOSSIBLE KUBIDEH

KASRA'S IMPOSSIBLE KUBIDEH

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Rumis Kitchen - Mirza Ghasemi (eggplant)

Rumis Kitchen

4.4(428 reviews)
6.0 mi•Galleria/Uptown

Came here to celebrate a good friend's birthday and wasn't disappointed by their service nor food…read more Service was top-notched. We were seated promptly despite not having the full party. We appreciated that kind gesture. Every food item on the menu looked delicious. I decided on the Lamb Rack. Loved the texture of the lamb and loved the basmati rice. Lamb was cooked perfectly, and the rice was very fragrant. We were offered a complimentary Persian Ice Cream Sandwich which had an unique flavor. It wouldn't be a flavor for everyone, but to me, it was a perfect ending to a great entree as it was light and mildly sweet. Note that not all food options are halal. Their website is updated with the information and you could also ask the server for clarification. Absolutely adore the interior. The restaurant could get loud but still bearable. Complimentary valet parking is available. Self-parking is also available. Highly recommend to make reservation as the restaurant does get crowded during peak hours.

It's ok to have a February birthday in September. Why not? It's still 2026, and when your favorite…read morepeople are around you, each day will find an excuse to celebrate. Since this place was a surprise venue for me, as soon as I saw the name "Rumi," I knew nothing could go wrong with it. I collected so many of Rumi's books, and having them around me makes me feel very peaceful. My family in Houston waited six months to celebrate my birthday due to my health issues, and I feel so blessed to have them around me. This place is always crowded, so please make a reservation even on weekdays. We went on weekdays, and even then we got a reservation for 8:45 pm. But honestly, every effort was worth it. We got there on time. Velet parking is available, but if you want to avoid more waiting, pass the restaurant, and you will see a big parking lot. We walked in and loved the interior, but it was very crowded with happy faces. We were seated in 5 minutes and started enjoying the ambiance and decor. It's a beautiful place to celebrate precious moments with your family and friends. Everyone loved our server, Zack, and his presence and approach. He talks so kindly with each of us. His recommendations were so good that we found every kind of dish for everyone, including vegetarian options. We started with sides, Thanks to Zack.

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Rumis Kitchen - Roasted Cremini & Mushroom Hummus

Roasted Cremini & Mushroom Hummus

Rumis Kitchen - Roasted cremini and oyster mushroom hummus - perfection!

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Mary'z Mediterranean Cuisine - Mixed Grill Dinner (for 2)

Mary'z Mediterranean Cuisine

3.7(301 reviews)
2.8 mi•Washington Corridor, The Heights
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I came here for dinner and was pleasantly surprised by the food. The inside was cold, so we opted…read moreto sit outside on the large patio. It did get a little hot after a while, but there was a slight breeze. I'm closer to Abdallah's, which is also Lebanese, but I'm happy I tried it. Of all the times driving down Washington Ave. I haven't noticed it. Probably because Laurenzo's next door has a huge, bright and green neon sign. It was pretty empty on a Sunday night after watching a few NFL games nearby with friends. We shared the mixed grill platter for two to try a variety of their meatsof. It came with 2 sides, so we chose French fries and baba ganoush. I love potatoes and eggplant. We enjoyed both sides. The baba ganoush was great paired with the warm pita. I like that they give you a basket with a good amount of smaller ones rather than one large pita. The platter also came with a side of rice. It was standard, nothing fancy but good with the meats. We preferred the chicken and pork tenderloin over the kafta, which they gave 2 of. I liked the garlicky toum sauce they had and the roasted onions, tomatoes and jalapeño. We had ordered a couple cocktails - one with lavender and one with hibiscus. I enjoyed my hibiscus one with gin. Overall, I enjoyed the food and service. They also offer hookah. I would definitely come back here again, but next time we'll just order the pork tenderloin grill or chicken.

The first time I had Maryz years ago everything tasted frozen so I never went back…read more A friend was here the other day and assured me the food is fresh, no frozen, so I gave them another try. I had Dolma and octopus and both were AMAZING!! The two apps and a house glass of wine came to $30. Service was non existent. I ordered at the counter and no one ever actually came to our table, but, it's a hookah spot. So no one really wants constant interruption. I'll be back!

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Mary'z Mediterranean Cuisine - Inside dining area/bar

Inside dining area/bar

Mary'z Mediterranean Cuisine - Trio flat Trio Flatbread

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