The service was very friendly and very quick. The food was very good. The meat was very tender…read morewith a lot of flavor. Liked the decor.

Great selection. Excellent food and very personal service. We will be back again. They pay…read moreattention to the details. It was a nice experience.

Food was great. They gave big portion. I ordered the chicken kabobs with bread and it was…read morefantastic. I personally afraid to order chicken since most restaurants I went to always comes out dry, but the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely come back when I visit Salt Lake City again. A lot of parking space. I think most people order to go, but they have a lot of tables to sit. They also have booths where the table is low and looks like you can sit on the floor.

My best friend, son and I were on the lookout for something unique l for lunch and discovered…read moreZeitoon Cafe-a lovely Persian restaurant located in a strip mall in Midvale. To our delight, there was a more traditional seating option to sit on a flat platform with a rug instead of a table and chairs (although that's also an option for people who prefer it). That elevated the entire experience, quite literally...ha! The food was delicious-and the portion sizes were massive. We all got different things and shared with each other so we could try them all. I especially loved the black tea after our meal. It was amazing. I'd come back just for that! Service was hospitable and welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and look forward to returning.

Authentic! Middle Eastern food of a high quality in a casual setting. Portions are large. Takeout…read moreor eat in. The menu is extensive. You are bound to find something you will like which will be a taste experience. This was our first time and we will definitely go back. Try something different for a change.

Lamb pita wrap & Labneh w. garlic and pita. If I lived here, this spot would absolutely be in my…read moreregular rotation. I ordered the lamb pita wrap and watched them grill the meat over wood-fired coals. It was fresh, flavorful, and delicious. If you're a big eater, order an extra skewer and have them add it to the wrap. We also started with the Labneh with garlic, which was a fantastic - it's fresh and vibrant. All of the breads are made in-house in their tandoor-style oven, and the pita served alongside it was warm, fresh and spectacular. The ordering process is simple - order at the counter, take a number, find a seat, and pick up your food when your number is called. The staff was clearly busy, but when I asked a few questions about the business, they were more than happy to stop and chat. I complimented them on both their operation and the food. They seemed genuinely appreciative. I think places like this are special because they are a well run kitchen with people who care about what they're doing. And in return it comes out in their product - really good food. The ovens and cooking area are customer facing, and everything is made to order right in front of you. The interior has the feel of a one time American diner with floor tiles that match the chairs. But make no mistakes about it, this is far from that. And when I was sitting there watching the person grill skewers over the wood coals, I was thinking that this restaurants kitchen was being run like I was sitting in an open-air café in Beirut. Authenticity is on full display here and it's appreciated.

They give expired stuff to people they should get sued and expensive and a very bad smell In the…read morestore the worst store ever

Food is wonderful as expected. Cleanliness appears top notch. Smiles and quick service.read more

The food was delicious. We had kabobs and chocolate dessert to share. Service was amazing. Looking…read moreforward to going back!

From the moment you walk in, you're transported to a Mediterranean garden oasis--complete with…read moreflowing water features, statues, and blooming flowers. It's like dining in a sun-soaked courtyard by the sea. Yes, it's a little kitschy--but in the best way. It totally adds to the charm. I've been here a few times, and every visit's been a win. It has a true mom-and-pop vibe, the staff is always warm, and while things can slow down when it's busy, that just means everything's made fresh--and worth the wait. (I don't mind. I came to enjoy, not rush.) This round: We started with a crisp, fresh salad and their classic hummus with pita--simple, bright, and the perfect kickoff. I had the Koofteh Meatballs--jumbo Persian-style beef meatballs stuffed with apricots, simmered in a tangy tomato sauce and served with basmati rice. The meat? Tender. The sauce? A whole flavor moment. My other half went with the Bagala Polow, a slow-stewed lamb shank served on dill basmati rice with lima beans and a side of lamb au jus. That dill rice? Unexpected and so, so good. Bonus points for the community vibes: While we were dining, someone celebrated a birthday--and they shared their mango cake with the whole restaurant. Such a sweet surprise that shows the spirit of the place. Final thoughts: Decor - Slightly kitschy, totally charming. Like eating in a postcard. Food - Flavorful, fresh, and made with heart. Community - The kind of place that turns strangers into dinner party guests. Our go-to for Mediterranean eats--highly recommend!

For how amazing the food is, this restaurant deserves to be more visible, it's a bit hidden behind…read morePacific Seas, but it's absolutely worth finding. I ordered the chicken suqaar and fufu and it was honestly delicious. I'll definitely be coming back. The man at the front was super helpful with recommendations, the cook did a great job, and everything was clean. The music and atmosphere were nice too. I recommend this place to anyone and everyone!

Wow. Stepping in felt like stepping into Somali culture, not just a restaurant. The atmosphere?…read moreCalm. Relaxed. Deeply respectful of tradition without being performative. You feel it. We ordered a spread, generous portions, full of color and warmth and the cost? Surprisingly reasonable for the amount and quality. But the real star? The flavor. Oh my gosh. Every bite was seasoned with soul. The rice was rich, the meats tender, the spices layered in ways that made my tastebuds actually pay attention. This wasn't just food, it was storytelling. Highly recommend if you want more than just a meal. This is an experience.

Last time I visited, I didn't update my review cos everything was still superb. This time, I…read moredecided to update for the exact same reason.: Afghan Kitchen remains a genuine must-try for... well... everybody. The quality of the food, the portion sizes, the speed of service and the friendliness of the staff are all absolutely spot-on. This place is a true gem.

lamb was so tender the meat fell right off the bone. the whole dish was packed with flavor and…read morereally delicious. i liked how the cucumber salad added a refreshing balance, and the eggplant mixed so well with the rice and carrots. would definitely come back to try other dishes!

Let me just start by saying, I love this place. The staff are amazing and well versed with their…read moreofferings, you can tell they genuinely care about their craft. Every item on the menu is carefully made with love and absolutely delicious. The coffees and teas on the menu complement the food items perfectly and make the experience even more special. The seating area is on the smaller side, but rather than feeling cramped or overcrowded, it felt intimate. I cannot wait to return to Layla's!

My wife and I stopped in for an early dinner on a Saturday. They had New England Clam Chowder as a…read morespecial and we ordered a bowl to share. I ordered the Beef Shawarma and my wife got the Musakhen with fries. The Clam Chowder was good. I've certainly had better, like at Market Street in town or at the Brigantine in the San Diego area. The server was kind of stumbling over his words when he described it and until it arrived I wasn't sure if it was going to be New England clam chowder or Manhattan. He proclaimed that it was the best clam chowder you'll ever get at a Middle Eastern restaurant and I can't really argue about that. The Beef Shawarma is served in a wrap that is open at both ends and cut in half. They put a small portion of pickled items on the plate and dust everything with sumac powder. The beef is thinly sliced. I really didn't enjoy the flavor. The greens in the wrap were extremely bitter and in my opinion it made for an unpleasant flavor. Maybe I just got extra bitter greens on mine but it was overwhelming everything else. I didn't like that the wrap was open, I had to lean over my plate as I ate because the sauce was dripping out and I didn't want to get it on my clothes. Eventually I gave up and used my fork to pull the meat out of the other half so that I could avoid the bitterness. The Musakhen (that's how it is spelled on the menu) was also a wrap. I tried a bite and I liked that better than the beef Shawarma but I still didn't really like something about the flavor. The fries were nicely crispy and fresh but there is a seasoning on them that really wanted to be on my fingers more than it wanted to be on the fries or my napkin. Like no matter how hard I tried to wipe it off there was still some of it on my fingers. Once again there was something about the flavor I didn't really like. My wife eventually offered up some of the aioli and it made it a little better but once again I didn't really like the flavor of the aioli. So for whatever reason the flavors there just aren't for me. My wife on the other hand was very excited about everything and was talking about all the things she was going to try the next time we visited. I didn't want to be a negative bummer during the meal but I was thinking she was going to have to come back with someone other than me. The restaurant is nice and they have very good service. There were a few other tables of large groups and it seems like this is a place that works well for get togethers. Parking is not adequate at all. We got a spot but only because we got there at 4:50 for dinner. I overheard other people talking about the trouble they had finding a spot.