This place is truly a hidden gem! Service is great, food is wonderful! It's always fresh and made…read moreto order. I love the salad that comes with the lunch special, and that speaks volumes because I don't like cucumbers, which is a main ingredient in the salad. Guaranteed to become one of your go to spots!!

Amazing good!! Wish I could eat more to try more dishes ! We got a dish from lunch menu and a…read moredessert called baklava! Omg sooooo good. Great job :)

I enjoy the chicken swarma plate and salad. Great value and the service is reliable and focused on…read morethe customer. Will be returning regularly.

Looking for a new Mediterranean location I picked this one because one of my yelp friends gave it…read moregood reviews! They open at 10:30am, I showed up at 10:35am. Two workers were there, but unfortunately they said "the cooks aren't at work yet". They showed up about 5 minutes later as I was standing in the parking lot outside the door & they said to give them 10 minutes. I decided to run an errand & came back 30 minutes later. My order was a to-go. Upon my return, it took about 15 minutes for the food to be ready. I ordered the chicken curry lunch platter which comes with salad, rice & hummus. - Chicken curry (4/5)- quite unique curry sauce (kinda thick, can't place the spices) with tender chunks of chicken. - Salad (4.5/5) - Salad had a garlic dressing/sauce which elevated the basic lettuce salad & made it quite flavorful. - Hummus (3/5) - it was just ok for me. I've had some hummus at other Mediterranean places lately that are really fantastic so those have become my baseline. They have a garlic dip which I ordered as a side item, it's the most unique dip. It's whipped to a mashed potato consistency. It's good, different. When you mix the garlic dip into the hummus it upgrades the hummus flavor. - Lentil soup (3.5/5) I was expecting to have spoonfuls of actual whole lentils but this soup has the lentils puréed so it's just a little thicker than a broth soup with no visible lentils. The flavor is good, I can taste the black pepper (but it's not hot). I just prefer less of a puréed soup. Lots of pita bread was provided. The worker taking my order thanked me for coming back. Hopefully it's not a pattern for them not to be ready when the doors open.

4.5 Stars Came here…read moreafter work on a Thursday evening. The restaurant was decently busy (about half the tables were filled) but I still felt taken care of. I was in line to order to-go but the lady in front of me had the hardest time paying for her order. After several unsuccessful attempts, another lady came by to take my order so that she could put my order to the kitchen first while I waited to pay. I found that to be extremely considerate of the worker to think to do that. Food came out in about 15 minutes. I was so hungry I ended up deciding to eat in my car. A little disappointed that they didn't include any utensils (nor did they ask if needed any), but thankfully I had some extras in my car. I ordered a chicken kebab and they were nice enough to sub my rice for a salad without extra charge. Also ordered the borani bademjan because I'm a fan of all things eggplant. Everything was delicious. The chicken kebab was juicy, moist, and nicely seasoned. However, my favorite item was hands down the borani bademjan. It had large pieces of smoky grilled eggplants and I love the spiced tomato flavors. Yum! Highly recommend for all eggplant fanatics. The borani came with a piece of nan that was good as well. Overall a great find and will be back to try other items.

First off let me say the food is 10/10 amazing. The service is bad and I'm scared to write it as…read morepeople may shy away from trying this restaurant out but hopefully management will make some changes. I had the challow kabab with naan and my friend had the chapli kabab with rice. Both dishes were SO tasty and I'd recommend both. The naan is not buttery or oily so it was perfect with the most delicious and perfectly marinated meats. The chutney/vinegar sauce is always so refreshing and pairs so well with everything. I want this place to succeed because the food is just SO delicious however, it saddens me that the waiter was so terrible. He was dressed in torn up jeans and was on his phone as if it was glued to his face. I had no idea he was the waiter until I saw him go in the kitchen and I had to flag him down like hi can we order?! When he came to take our order he was the most meh person ever. He just stared out at the window as he stood there waiting for us to place our order. He didn't offer water or drinks until I called him back to ask like...can I at least have some water please? Then he yells from the counter, do you want room temperature or cold? Ugh I love this restaurants food but it saddens me to think that this waiter is going to be the downfall of this place. At one point he was loudly watching tik tok videos (to the point where I couldn't hear my friend talking to me from across the table). The other tables were also visibly annoyed with his lackluster energy and effort and one family was willing to leave because of his meh attitude. Saffron--please let go of this waiter. You're just too good of a restaurant and I hope you continue to succeed!! I just think with this waiter around, you could lose business like you did today.

Beef shawarma - 8/10 - Flavorful and beef was juicy, but a bit too chewy…read more Chicken shawarma - 8.5/10 - A bit salty but overall tasty Shahshuka - 8/10 - Tasty and fresh but could use more flavor Mfarrakeh - 6.5/10 - Eggs were fluffy but lacked flavor Beef shish - 8.5/10 - Meat was cooked really well and was juicy, but could use more flavor Tried out Dalia for their Mediterranean brunch and we liked the food but most of the dishes just needed more seasoning/flavor. My favorite item was probably the beef shish kabob. Overall a good spot for Mediterranean food if you're in the area!

I'll begin with stating the food was delicious. We had the beef kabob plate with an appetizer of…read morefalafel. Great flavors as every part of the dish just paired very well. Caught off guard by paying for my child's plate on a Wednesday while there's a giant sign on the restaurant that says kids eat for free during, but wasn't true. Clearly false advertisement. Service lady said "that's no longer true, I dunno...they haven't taken it down". Food was good but I would not recommend a place that has false advertisement on display.

2nd time coming & again we loved it! The service was kind and inviting. The chef came out to chat…read moreand ask us about our meal too, very friendly! We got burgers (perfect o & bacon me Gouda) the sauces on the burgers were so yummy, the grilled onions added the perfect flavor. Hubby loved his bacon Gouda! We got some truffle aioli on the side to dip our fries in and it was such a good truffle flavor! Ambiance is lovely, nice and clean look and feel from the moment you walk in! We'll be back!

"Salty, Undercooked, and Unacceptable" 03-02-26…read more Stopped here for a quick bite while in the area. There were no other customers in sight, the dining area was very clean, and the customer service was good. Sadly, that is where the good experience ended. I ordered a Mexican shrimp bowl with brown rice, lettuce, black beans, and pico de gallo. Unfortunately, the entire bowl was extremely salty, and the brown rice was very hard, which told me it was not fully cooked. I was very disappointed because I ordered it to go and was already on the road, hungry and expecting to eat while driving. Because of that, I was not able to return the food, request a refund, or have them correct the issue. It ended up being a waste of both money and time, especially considering there were plenty of other places nearby that I could have chosen instead. I do not recommend this location. The Cypress location has always been consistently good, so this was especially disappointing. I will not be stopping at the Katy location again because serving food like this to paying customers is unacceptable. To the owner, Otto: please check on your Katy location because your reputation is on the line.

Really nothing bad can be said about this place. as a matter of fact, not only is a great…read moreentrepreneurial study. It is probably one of the better Greek restaurants in Houston. First, let's talk about the service which is extremely efficient you order at the counter and the weight staff brings out your meal shortly thereafter. The ambience is very plain like a diner very simple but very clean and so if you wanna grab some wonderful Greek food especially a Gyro you'll find no place better at least on the west side of town. The salads are wonderful of which I had a Greek why not I'm in a Greek restaurant but it was chalk full of wonderful, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, onions, and had a great dressing. In addition, I had a Gyro, which I really didn't even eat until later that day because the salad alone was filling. The owner happen to be in on this particular day as he often is in his restaurant. What a pleasant man we discussed what was going on in our community and then what his experience was in Michigan. He's always a delight to speak to. I would highly highly recommend Papa gyros..

One of my favorite things as a Realtor is working in different neighborhoods is discovering…read moreincredible local spots like this one. I stopped in before an open house nearby, and it ended up being such a highlight of my day. The moment you walk in, it feels like a true family-owned Greek diner--unpretentious, warm, and inviting. Chris, the owner, welcomed me with a big smile and took the time to walk me through the specials, which says a lot about the pride and care behind this place. I ordered the gyro combo and it was next-level. The meat was perfectly seasoned and tender, stuffed generously with all the classic gyro essentials, and wrapped in warm, soft pita. Every bite was balanced and satisfying. The fries were fresh, hot, and flavorful--not an afterthought at all. And the baklava? Flaky, sweet, and rich without being overpowering--absolutely delicious. Don't skip the house hot sauce--it adds the perfect kick and takes the gyro to another level. This is exactly the kind of locally owned business that makes a neighborhood special. Incredible food, genuine hospitality, and the kind of place you confidently recommend to clients, friends, and anyone who wants to experience the area like a local. I'll definitely be back.

When I'm craving Mediterranean food, Fadi's is always one of my go-to spots. There are several…read morelocations around Houston, but I especially like this Katy Freeway location because it offers weekday specials that provide excellent value. Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., they offer a lunch special with one kebab and two sides for $17. They also have a happy hour Monday through Thursday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. with one kebab and two sides for $15, which is a great deal. The kebab options typically include chicken, beef, lamb, or shrimp. To my knowledge, the other Fadi's locations do not offer these specials. On my most recent visit, I stopped by for happy hour. While the kebabs aren't necessarily my favorite item on the menu, it's hard to beat a meal with one kebab and two sides for $15. I chose the pomegranate eggplant, fried cauliflower, and their "Mama Ganoush," a roasted eggplant dip similar to baba ganoush. Everything was fresh and flavorful. Each meal also comes with a warm pita bread that is served fresh from the oven. The ordering process is simple: grab a tray, move down the line, and choose from the foods on display before paying at the register. The staff are always friendly, and there's plenty of seating inside. If you're looking for fresh, authentic Mediterranean food in the Katy area, Fadi's is an easy recommendation.

It's a big disappointment. The quality went down. One of…read morethe spread tasted so off. I think it's spoiled? The beef with potatoes is served cold/below room temperature? The biggest turn off was the pita bread. The last time I came was 1+ year ago and the pita breads were to die for. I'm not sure if they had lowered the quality since then. Very sad. Fadi was my favorite Mediterranean chain in Houston.

Katy, TX 77494 / TURKISH / 03-25-24 / LUNCH, 2 adults…read more +The weekday lunch special is great deal at $12.99 for your choices of an appetizer and entree. +The food was not too salty. +You pay at the front counter. -MSG overload. I got knocked out and ended up taking a 15-minute late afternoon nap. -The tables were a little dirty. Same with the restrooms. -The bread was overcooked, hard, and cold (likely warmed up via microwave). Check out the pics, below.

The restaurant had only 3 diners including me. However my food took forever to come. While I sat…read morethere waiting for my food, I watched some scenery shots on the TVs. The interior is typical Turkish style and colors. After 40mins, my appetizer, eggplant salad was finally on my table. The salad was served cold and had a refreshing taste. It was a good start. Then the waiting game began again for my entrees. After another 20mins wait, the Levrek and Hamsi were served. The levrek was fried perfectly. The hamsi was good too but best eaten with bread. The food overall was good. The factor which deters me from patronizing the restaurant again is the wait time for the food.