Took it back to Taziki's for lunch. The basil pesto gyro is a good one when I want something a…read morelittle more filling than a salad. I got my lunch to go but the girl who got my food was quick and friendly. Love their side of roasted potatoes.

Stopped on the way hime to grab a quick lunch…read more The restaurant had lots of open seating so that was great. We both ordered a Lamb Gyro. The gyro meat was missing the spices we are used to having, but was still good My biggest issue was that the seating area of the restaurant was really cold. We got out of there as soon as we finished linch!

When I saw the food here is incredible it is some of the best Mediterranean food in the Birmingham…read moreMetro area. The owner whipped up some authentic Bahraini dish that is mind blowing. The owner is so kind and made my wife and I laugh. You can feel the love in each dish.

My guy and I visited one afternoon recently. We live on the opposite area of town but had read…read more great reviews so we decided to visit for ourselves. Upon entering, we told Mr Oli (the owner) that it was our first visit. Not only did he explain the menu in great detail to us, but he gave us samples of the chicken salad, lamb and baklava while we made our decision on what we were ordering. I had my mind set on the chicken kabobs, but changed after he showed me a plated salmon meal. It was cooked just as I like it so I ordered one for myself. My guy, who isn't big on trying new things, opted for the lemon pepper wings and fries combo. However, he did agree to try the gyro meal on our next visit. We also ordered a special dessert Mr Oli told us was a secret recipe from his wife that could only be found at his restaurant. I was excited to try it! A short time later, our food was brought to our table by Mr Oli. My salmon was cooked to perfection and seasoned just right. The salad was fresh and the dressing complemented it well. The pita bread was served warm and the hummus was creamy and flavorful. My guy enjoyed his wings and said that he could taste the special touch Mr Oli put on them. The dessert was something special. Crispy, and fried golden with a unique taste, it definitely was something we would order again on our next visit. It wasn't sweet but met the needs of a sweet tooth calling. If that makes any sense, lol. The creamy cheese filling reminded me of a decadent cheesecake. The ambiance gave quaint neighborhood eatery. As we sat and waited on our food, we saw regulars come in and order. They chatted with Mr Oli as he prepared their orders. He's super friendly and I want to see his business thrive. Great customer service, delicious, healthy food at comparable prices makes for a 5 star review. I can't wait to return for the chicken kabobs!

They have the absolute best cheese fries and gyro! The customer service is really good. The woman…read moreat the register knows how to multi-task. She takes orders as well as brings them to the table for the customers.

I was so excited to have a The Purple Onion close to home in Hueytown, but this location has been a…read moremassive disappointment. We walked in and the restaurant wasn't even busy, but it took almost 15 minutes just for someone to acknowledge us and take our order.After waiting another 35 minutes, our food finally came out lukewarm. To make it worse, the staff looked like they couldn't care less and were completely disorganized behind the counter. For a brand new location in an old Pizza Hut building, you'd think management would make sure employees are properly trained. Absolutely terrible service and a total waste of time. Save your money and go somewhere else.

Brick & Tin was overall a good experience for Sunday afternoon lunch after church! We all ordered…read morethe sesame chicken bowl with edamame, and it was excellent. The grilled chicken had a flavorful, teriyaki-style sauce flavor, and the sticky rice combined perfectly with the crunchy toppings. Every bite had a great balance of crunch, - and savory flavor. When I got here, I noticed that we order at the cashier rather than having a server come to the table, but the staff at the front was genuinely patient and helpful in guiding us through the menu. The wait staff, also checked on us throughout the meal, which made the service feel attentive and welcoming. The restaurant has a wide-open layout with plenty of natural light, giving a relaxed chill atmosphere that feels comfortable rather than crowded or stuffy. The menu felt familiar and approachable, probably this place could be called good Americana-style food with something for everyone. They also had a tempting dessert selection, although we were too full from our meal to try any! Definitely a place I would gladly visit again, when I'm back in Birmingham!

I got the fall turkey melt and butternut squash soup. It was SO good. I've been here a couple of…read moretimes and every single time I have been here. I have had a really great experience. The servers were really nice and friendly. The butternut squash soup was really nice thick and creamy. I felt like the portions were just right and I did not feel like anything was too greasy. It is a great place to eat with your friend or significant other. I thought it was a very cool vibe and matched the name of the restaurant! Because this is located downtown, there is street parking, or there is a parking garage down the road where you can park.

We have been there once at lunch time. My wife and I both enjoyed it. I'm looking forward to going…read moreback for a full dinner, sometime. The interior is well appointed and decorated. The server was friendly and helpful. The owner came out to speak with us at our table.

We did indeed return last Sat evening for dinner and I feel, sadly, I need to take off a star or…read moreperhaps two from my previous rating. We were seated immediately but once seated, we realized we were looking out on the back side of Walgreens. It appears there's been an effort to hide that view but might I suggest a sun shade to better block it? (Perhaps one of the stretchy ones that can be affixed at the corners of the outside porch rails and roof line?) It is really unappealing to look at during dinner. I was excited to order the Lavender & Love cocktail. While delicious, it looked nothing like the photo I posted on my initial review, not the same glass, crushed ice instead of the sphere, no sugar rim or twisted heart on the edge. Nothing special for $14. Two entrees arrived but the third didn't for about 5 min., long enough to require an inquiry. My guest is terribly allergic to onion. Our server confirmed there wasn't any in her dish but when it arrived there were diced onions throughout. He did immediately speak with the chef, who came to the table and apologized. He offered to make her something else but too much time had passed at that point for us to eat together had he done that. The mgr spoke with us also and discounted my friend's dinner by half which was much appreciated. I believe the chef learned a valuable lesson, and our server did as well. I'm sure it was highly embarrassing for him. Perhaps this was an evening of growing pains on full display but my experience was far better at lunch last week than at the dinner hour.

Yelp. Finally made it to KShena's brick and mortar! VERY NICE. This quaint, cute, tucked lunch spot…read moreis the perfect lunch meet up for a date or couple of friends. Especially with this nice staff and good food. Thank y'all. Now, I'm here for this food. I'm alone. I got the cheese burger and fry with a can Coke . Food is hot, fresh and good. It's not a lot, I don't eat a lot, but for someone that does, it's not a 20.00 burger. It was good and I enjoyed it. So, y'all already know, I'll be back.

Pros: Nicely decorated, prices are fair, nice staff Cons:…read moreCan get crowded on Sundays so come early, food was just ok, more attention to details needed for a satisfactory customer experience My friend and I visited here this summer. To be honest, I can't remember much about the food. When that happens, it means it wasn't anything that stood out about it. What I do remember is the macaroni being cold. Not cool but cold. My friend went to the owner to tell him about it. The owner stated that they had taken it out of the oven too fast. He proceeds to bring my friend out a hot serving. But what about me? Common sense would've told him that if his was cold, mine was too since it came out of the same pan. I didn't want to say anything when he came to the table to ask if we were ok. Maybe I should have told him. But my friend did that already. Sigh. I'm not sure I will return because it's not in my neck of the woods and we have several restaurants closer to my area that offer the same type menu. I wish them the best and hope that they have continued success and improved customer service.

One of my favorite spots in Bham. Delicious food and quick service every time. I get the chicken…read moreshwarma and the bread is delicious as well.

Daughter and I decided to do a progressive dinner... And we let ChatGPT create our stops and our…read moremenu. This was stop number two... Soup. We had the matzoh ball soup and the lentil soup, with a side of hummus and pita. First... That pita was the most amazing Pita I've ever had! However, I will say that the soups and the hummus were a little on the bland side. You definitely have to take advantage of the hot sauce that they bring to the table made from Serrano peppers. I also never add salt to anything... However, I had to add salt to both of the soups. Still... Definitely would recommend and definitely will be back!

Attractive space, really nice staff. Food, not so much. Beyond the pita bread and hummus (5*) the…read morerest was just not good. Soup was bland and served tepid. I'm just not going to eat room temperature soup. Bacteria much?! Chicken dishes were either dry or uninspired flavor wise and the steak kabob was overcooked and tough. I know they are a new place, but apparently these dishes are their family/cultural heritage (making an assumption here) so unless the kitchen staff are folks who can't even spell shawarma (or even pita) it should have been better. Price/Result ratio was not in my favor.

We checked out Zad last night and thought it was pretty good overall. The restaurant looked new…read moreand the interior was cute. I like the left side of their restaurant with this nook type setting, I wouldn't mind sitting there next time. Our server was a high school girl who was extremely nice, she definitely added to our experience by taking the time to talk to us a bit even though she was pretty busy. The fresh pita bread and dips (garlic butter and salsa) provided were very nice and definitely a draw for me to go back. The garlic butter is actually Lebanese toum, which is famous for looking exactly like a fluffy, creamy white butter, but it is actually a dairy-free emulsion of raw garlic, oil, lemon juice, and salt. If you are not used to raw garlic, this may shock your senses a bit! We weren't super hungry, so we just ordered a couple of wraps - hummus deluxe and hummus chicken shawarma. It took a long whilenfor ancouple of wraps to come out, but luckily we had the bread to keep us company. The wraps were ultimately served fresh and hot, so that was nice and I would rather wait for hot food than have quick but cool food. Overall tasty, if a touch on the dry side. Just read another updated review about long wait yesterday, so last night may have been atypical. I do plan to go back and try something else!