Stopped into Pita Zone for lunch and had a great experience. I was kindly greeted right away, and…read morethe restaurant itself was clean and welcoming, always a good first impression. They offer an affordable lunch option for under $11 that includes food and a drink, which is hard to beat. I went with the lunch pita, and it did not disappoint. The pita itself was flavorful and fresh, and the fries were perfectly crisp and well-seasoned, honestly better than expected. Solid Mediterranean food, fair pricing, and good service. Definitely a spot I'd come back to for lunch.

The food was poorly prepared and lacked flavor. The portions were small for the price, and the…read morepresentation looked like it had been thrown together with little care. I understand that takeout can be challenging, but accuracy and quality should still be a priority. Unfortunately, this meal was not worth the money, and I won't be ordering from here again.

Having only had Uzbekistan food one other time, I was not expecting Shahirizada to blow my first…read moreexperience out of the water, but it did. The food here was excellent, both in flavor and value. I'm already planning on going back for more. Bread $4 - Good flavor bread, light golden crust and chewy in the middle. Turkish Style Liver $12 - Lightly breaded, crispy on the outside, well done. Fried Manti with beef $13 - This was like a giant gyoza. My friend loved it, but I would pass on it next time. Wedding Plov $14.50 - Very tasty and keeps you going back for more. Kavurma Lagman $16 - Noodle dish like I've never had before, would order again. Honey Cake $8 - Not only adorable, but a delicious layered cake that is not too sweet. .|\---/| | @_@ | ..\_^_/..2026

We were looking for something more unique for dinner and came across Shahirizada…read more We started with a half order of bread and two samsas. The bread was a good starter and came with a light tomato sauce. The samsas were also a good starter...warm and flaky. The pumpkin one was my favorite! For our main meal, we shared the wedding plov and a lamb and lulya kabob. The wedding plov came in a portion that can easily be shared between 2-3 people. The dish itself is pretty simple but I enjoyed it! The lamb kabob was a bit overcooked (still good though) and the lulya kabob was so tender and perfect. The food was good and fit exactly what we were craving. The service was also good but a bit slow at times. It's hard to believe all this food came out to less than $50.

Such a cute little hole-in-the-wall spot! Karak Café has a cozy vibe with lots of options for chai,…read morelassi, and coffee, plus a nice selection of snacks and small bites. Service was fairly quick, and there's decent seating inside, perfect for catching up with friends or relaxing solo with a drink. We tried the karak chai, which was super flavorful and refreshing, and the madras coffee -- which honestly stole the show! It tastes just like authentic filter coffee from India, rich and perfectly balanced. The bun with malai and honey was light, fluffy, and paired perfectly with our drinks -- a simple but absolutely delicious snack. Definitely recommend this spot if you love authentic chai or South Indian-style coffee -- a true hidden gem worth visiting!

9/28/25 update: I…read morewanted to revisit this place since I had a very positive initial experience. This time I got the karak cheesesteak and grilled tandoori chicken sandwich. I also got a mango refresher. -karak cheesesteak 5 - it is so difficult trying to find a good place that makes cheesesteaks. The one by me skimps on the meat. However, here as in the picture, you can see they were very generous with the meat. The meat was very tender and flavorful. I like that they put their own spin on the sandwich with their spices. Not spicy. -grilled tandoori chicken sandwich 5 - I gobbled this up within minutes. The chicken was very succulent. The spices and the sauce made it very tasty. -mango refresher 5 - very refreshing drink. Good size cup.

Went there for lunch. Had the lagman it was decent. A type of noodle, and vegetables, in a…read morebroth. Apparently it's an Uzbekistanian dish. My first time having anything from there to my knowledge. The place is nice, and clean. I think you could have a nice date here The waiter was OK i don't know if the language barrier was an issue, I don't know. The bread though the, Lepioshka, really good, it's like a big ring. Definitely would go here again.

This was our first time dining here and it did not disappoint! Our waitress was amazing at walking…read moreus through the menu and giving us recommendations. We started with kompot, a drink made from boiled fruits, that was refreshing and flavorful, but wasn't too sweet. For our meals, we got the beef stroganoff with mashed potatoes, beef shashlik (basically a kebab), and chicken shashlik. The meat was extremely tender and everything was so flavorful! We finished by sharing a honey cake, which was delightful as well! On top of the amazing food and helpful staff, it was so clean and beautifully modern inside! We can't wait to come back and try more dishes - definitely one of our new favorites!

Bottom line: Decent, no frills alternative…read more Have not been here in a very, very long time due to a bad experience in their previous location but met some friends for lunch who chose this place. I was pleasantly relieved that the business has notably upped their game. The place has a contemporary feel but still rooted in traditional forms aesthetic--family restaurant--so they nailed it. The food was at least very decent, and I would actually say good, though not particularly memorable and that's ok. Not every place needs to be an award winner. They are good at and comfortable being solid. Solid is good. I had the Taco Salad which was quite bountiful and quite good. The overall experience was enhanced by a very competent server who knew how to deliver quality service. You are not likely to go wrong here for a no frills but enjoyable experience with solid food, service, and relatively reasonable prices.

We were in the area for our grandson's hockey game and decided to stop for a late breakfast/early…read morelunch. We were immediately greeted by one of the owners who seated us in a quiet section of the restaurant. This is a family owned business. Their menu is huge serving breakfast,lunch and dinner items with a nice variety of Daily Specials. Our server Tyler was very good. My wife had one of their Sunday Specials Egg White Harvest with egg whites, asparagus and goat cheese plus a side salad and a bowl of soup. I had the Patty Melt which was cooked perfectly. Portions are huge . I also had a bowl of their vegetable soup which was just like my grandmother made. For a solid meal in a warm and relaxing atmosphere,this is definitely the place to go. Open daily from 7am-9pm.plenty of parking available.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!…read more Not only was the food delicious but the service was exceptional. My husband and I both had the steak souvlaki cooked perfectly and was delicious! My children had the gyro with Greek fries, all 3 of my sons finished all their food and said they want to go back again tomorrow! The owner and general manager talked to us, made us feel comfortable and they were so kind. All the staff was kind and professional. The restaurant was clean. We also had their rice pudding and it was great! Do yourself a favor and order some food and enjoy!

I had such high hopes after the love of my life Covo closed. The biggest issue was the portion…read moresize.... Our bill for two people was just shy of $50 and we both left hungry. That never happened at Covo. The flavor of the chicken was good (although I asked for chicken gyro which she said they had, not sure if they do or don't since I was given grilled chicken) but the falafel was rough. They were small and had a chemical taste... super sad. Hopefully they can make some improvements but for now I'll be skipping here.

Ed's Kitchen is awesome! First time trying Ed's and it blew me away…read more It was my first time trying falafel and they gave me a great introduction to falafel. Very crispy and vibrant flavor. The tahini sauce was delicious! The chicken kebab platter is what really had me salivating. Seasoned, moist and fresh off the grill. Legit some of the best chicken I've ever had. The garlic sauce was an added bonus but really didn't even need to use it. The chicken was that good on its own. Suffice to say I'll be back haha.

Living less than two miles away I have passed this place 100 times. Finally decided to give it a…read moretry since their new dining room was opened. Unfortunately when I went on a Friday afternoon the dining area was closed. Looked like they were filming and taking pictures. They were in the kitchen too. Anyway, I placed an order to go and less than 10 minutes later I was out the door. Ordered the BAM cheeseburger and small fries. A little pricey but then everything is. The mixture of beef and lamb is luxurious. Great blend and let's hear it for a good old fashioned char burger! The spices and sauce are subtle yet distinctive and unique. Wonderful flavors throughout. The fries are the larger/thick cut that I usually don't enjoy, but these were fried perfectly and had a great texture. Now I'm going to be nit picky on the build of the burger. And this is obviously personal preference. The burger patty is a generous size. However, the cheese was so melted and thin, I barely noticed. The onion was a raw white onion and also a generous cut. I would prefer a red onion or grill them. As it was, the onion kind of dominated the flavor. The tomato, pickles, and lettuce were all good, which added up to a tall build. Finally, a brioche bun. I know, the world loves a brioche bun. On a burger, I don't want the extra sweetness of brioche. Give me a good old potato bun or sesame seed bun instead. Nothing bad about any of the above. Great service, fast and friendly. I look forward to the dining room open and trying a gyro plate! I'll be back for sure.

The food was amazing and the wait wasn't long. They really went all out on food. There were some…read moredecorations and Mediterranean music playing, good ambiance.

Do not let the strip mall fool you. Do not let the kiosk ordering fool you. Do not let the…read moreunassuming interior fool you. Just go. Taste of Jerusalem is the kind of place that reminds you why you should never judge a restaurant by its zip code or its signage. Tucked into a perfectly forgettable strip mall in Plainfield, this little spot is quietly serving some of the best food in the area and I am genuinely annoyed it took me this long to find it. The chicken kabob plate was a revelation. Massive portions of beautifully marinated chicken laid over a split of white rice and spicy rice. That spicy rice deserves its own paragraph. Fragrant, deeply spiced, with a slow building heat that lingers just long enough to keep pulling you back for another bite. Addicting is the only word for it. The hummus was exactly what hummus should be, fresh, delicious, also addictive. I added falafel and pita and those falafel were genuinely among the best I have ever had. Perfectly cooked, not a trace of that greasy heaviness that ruins lesser versions. Just fragrant, spiced, crispy little bites that I genuinely savored. My partner got the chicken wrap and said every component worked together without competing, tasted fresh, and left him full without feeling heavy. High praise from a man who knows his way around a wrap. The space is clean and simple. You order from a kiosk. None of that matters because the husband and wife team running the grill are pouring obvious passion into every plate and it comes through in every single bite. Plainfield has a gem here. Treat it accordingly.