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3.8 (107 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Classy
Quiet
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Khorovats (Armenian Grilled Eggplant, served as a cold appetizer)
Rick R.

This restaurant was next door to the Korean restaurant in my prior review. It features Armenian cuisine with a few dishes from the region in and around Russia. I counted 8 4-top tables with 4 more out on the patio. I was greeted by another diner who was friends with the owners that were in the kitchen cooking. One of the owners came out and gave me a menu and answered my questions. I told her I wanted a traditional and cultural experience. She told asked me what proteins I like. I chose lamb. So my order consisted of lamb kebab with Armenian style fried potatoes (based on their seasoning and garnish), as well as an Armenian grilled eggplant appetizer called Khorovats that is served chilled and an order of Georgian dumplings because I've never seen them on any menu before, so heck yeah I want to try them! The lamb was tender and nicely seasoned, the Khorovats was mostly one soft texture, but so savory, and some of the ingredients added life to the dish's presentation! The Georgian dumplings were amazing! The dough was perfect, IMO, because it wasn't too dense and it wasn't dry. The dumplings were filled with seasoned ground beef and garlic. This was one of the most memorable, beautiful, and delicious experiences I've ever had! I loved every moment, and I hope I get the chance to go back again soon! This is another restaurant worth going out of your way to visit!

Lupe M.

This place has really good authentic Mediterranean food. Everything was made fresh to order. With that being said the food does take some time to come out. I walked in and waited about 10-15 mins before someone came out to take my order. I was the only person inside but could hear people talking in the back. When the waitress did come out and took my order is was about another 35 mins before my food came out. The meat was very tender and had great flavor. The chebureki was amazing. I got mine with chicken and it was mixed with cheese, mushroom, cabbage and potatoes. Again this was made to order and was very hot (temp) and fresh. I'll be stopping back here again on my next trip.

Jean N.

If I could give no star, I would. We ordered Lamb Kebob and Chicken Kiev to go. Waitress was absolutely rude from the beginning. She gave us our food and a bag without even bothering to make it "to go" ready. Looking at the check, the price did not seem right to me as it wasn't as advertised online. The owner and waitress kept arguing online info was pre-Covid pricing. I understood that may be the case, but all the menu's on the table indicated otherwise. Upon inspecting the receipt again (photo attached), found that it was a misunderstanding. They rang up Shrimp Kebob instead of Chicken Kiev. We were refunded appropriately while the waitress took all the menus off the table. Came home to eat our order, only to find out the Lamb Kebob was actually beef. Will not recommend this place and not coming back again. I don't know how they are fooling people and still in business.

Two cheese in homemade dough
Peter B.

The food was awesome. The khatchapuri (I.e., cheese pizza) was amazing. We loved the eggplant salad. We also loved the chicken stew - chakhokhbili. This was an out of the way gem. Show them some love. You will not be disappointed.

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Mick B.

The sign out front says Mediterranean food but I would call this a Russian cuisine that I remember my Grandmother either cooking or talking about, with some Mediterranean influence. I stopped in for lunch with friends, great food and the owner is the best. I'd encourage you to order the appetizer sampler plate if you have a party of 4 or more people. Trust me that you will be glad that you did. As someone else mentioned, the home style bread basket is off the hook. Even if you avoid carbs- at least try one piece of the bread. The beautifully etched water glasses and delicate tea cups were charming; where else can you get a huge POT of tea for $2? I felt that the entrees were beautifully plated- in this case they are simple but beautiful. I had a wonderful avocado salad with cilantro, there were other great looking salads on the menu. If you are unsure what you want to order- ask for "the pictures" which illustrate what's on the menu. Others in our party had the "women's soup" (excellent) and lamb kebabs (excellent). Be aware that sides are easily substituted at no additional charge. If you are unsure what is available- please ask. You never know what you can get here until you ask. I hope to stop in some evening for dinner to try more of their dishes. A great place- just go try it! PS: Yes there is a Russian/East European deli in the same strip mall. If you can possibly afford the time, please go and visit them.

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This was an amazingly warm and authentic restaurant!!!! Fantastic food and amazing hospitality!!!!!!

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Food was good but the place looks old and no one else was there when we went. The service not that good

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