Lamb Shank, Pacanga Borek, Garlic Shrimp, Pink Queen, Fried Cauliflower, Pita Bread…read more This was such a delicious late night meal! The lamb shank was super tender. Garlic shrimp yummy but probably much better fresh at the restaurant than take out. The pacanga was yummy! Fried cauliflower classic and on point. The pink queen was so refreshing and delicious with pita!

This restaurant reminds me of a very nice European café with a beautiful outdoor patio and lovely…read moreindoor ambience. The music is nice and you can tell they really focus on creating a beautiful Mediterranean experience. The food is completely incredible and very unique. This is not your average Greek pita place. This is a restaurant that could easily be in Turkey for some European country. We started with the Mezza platter ( $29) - which included 6 different dips. It's pricey for an appetizer, but it is definitely worth it because it's so unique and flavorful. It was probably my favorite thing that we ate. Everything felt just a little bit overpriced for what it is. My baseline comparison is Hillstones and R&D, and this is definitely Hillstone's pricing, but not the same experience overall. My wife and I shared the lamb shank and the falafel platter and also had a side of cauliflower (which was incredible). My 3 year old had the kids item which was $18!?. it was all very very good. My wife and I had a glass of wine and the average price was $18. They also had no descriptions of what style of wine it was e.g. Cabernet Sauvignon. When I asked the server, he just recommended the Caymus. The service was transactional and something you would get at most fast casual restaurants. I get that a lot of the servers are not professional servers. For the mezze platter, it would've been helpful to have an explanation of what was on it. Basically they brought the food. They took our order and that was it. Parents: they have one kids meal which included four chicken kebabs and a side of either rice or fries ($18). The price felt very steep for a kids meal. I probably would rather have had half the portion size for half the price.

Delicious Mediterranean and BYOB option! I've had lunch and dinner here. Lunch is a tremendous…read morevalue and super tasty. Dinner is great as well but a little pricier (still a great value). The fact that they are BYOB with no corkage fee is a huge plus I've had their hummus, appetizer sampler, branzino, chicken kebab, and lamb kebab. All were super tasty. The staff is very attentive and takes great care of you and your guests. I'd highly recommend checking out Ephesus for lunch or dinner soon!

Ephesus is one of those spots you don't expect to be this good, especially sitting right off the…read morehighway -- but the second you walk in, everything slows down. It's calm, clean, and the staff is genuinely friendly in that effortless, grounded way. The food here is fresh and actually cooked with care. The grilled chicken plate is my go-to -- tender, seasoned perfectly, and paired with the softest, fluffiest rice. Their vegetables taste like they came straight out of someone's home kitchen, not a restaurant kitchen. But let me tell you: the bread here is unbelievable. Warm, buttery, soft... it tastes like it's baked with love. They should honestly charge extra for it, but they don't. The Turkish tea is another comfort -- simple, hot, soothing. You sit there sipping it and you forget you're right next to one of Dallas' busiest stretches of road. The servers here? Handsome, kind, and attentive without hovering. They make the experience feel even lighter and more enjoyable. Ephesus is the type of place you come to when you need nourishment -- real nourishment -- and a break from the chaos of the city. Great prices, great portions, great energy. It's one of the best Mediterranean restaurants in Dallas, easily.

If I could rate it higher, I would! One of the best dinners I've had in my life! We got the chicken…read morekabobs, baba ghanoush, grilled veggies, saffron rice, pita, and baklava. Every single dish was PERFECTLY cooked and seasoned. The chicken and veggies were seasoned with just enough spices where it had a slight kick, but not overpowering at all. A perfect balance to bring out the natural flavors of each item. The pita was perfection! Soft and warm, with a slight char on some of the pieces, which added such a beautiful bite with the hummus. Speaking of hummus, the Izmir hummus was silky smooth and incredible. I've had a lot of restaurant hummus and this one was MILES in ahead of them. It also paired beautifully with all of the other items. A flawless base. I cannot wait to come back here! Marcelo was an amazing waiter and even gave us recommendations for next time.

I decided to take my girl to Cafe Izmir for Valentine's Day dinner. Best decision ever!…read more From the minute you walk in you're treated like family, everyone is so friendly. The Valentine's Day decorations were so cute and definitely added to the vibe. The food is always so good! They've added a few new items to the menu, don't skip the Burrata or the Chicken meatballs. I'm not usually a desert eater, but their Tiramisu is to die for! The service is spot on, as if they anticipate your needs, but not intrusive. On the way out they give the ladies a rose, a nice touch. I see why this place has become the beloved Dallas institution it is. I can't wait to go back!

Good god I loved this experience. Introduced me to cumin bread and is very high quality. It's…read morefilling as well so is worth the money. Servers were kind in explaining the menu and worked fast. Just make a reservation in advance

A great find in the " neighborhoody" area of uptown Dallas. Beautiful space and with great energy…read morefrom both locals and tourists/visitors alike. Service was attentive and polite. Food was delicious. I tried the best selling item on the menu - the chicken shish kebab. Chicken was tender and succulent, and accompanied with a side of fluffy Turkish rice, perfectly grilled vegetables and sauces to complement. Highly recommend this restaurant.

This place is consistently good! I haven't been here for years and dropped in! Great hummus and…read morepita! Portions are generous and so many delicious sides to choose from. We went with rice and Greek salad with a chicken dish and their lamb. I was trying to order a lamb kabob but ordered the wrong type of lamb dish but still delicious! Plate and all was enough of share between 2 adults and a child. Staff is nice and place is clean.

Great price point! Lamb shank w great flavor and healthy sides. Would certainly go back.read more

The food here was so amazing - the service was great, the owner Stan introduced us and talked us…read morethrough the menu as well as the food. The atmosphere is perfect for many different occasions, and I would definitely come back!

Stan is the best, incredible fresh ingredients and authentic recipes and the best service!read more

I don't write reviews often, but I would be remiss if I did not spread the word about what a…read morewonderful experience I had here. I came here with family to celebrate a birthday and they more than delivered. The ambiance was nice, not too loud and with a classy look. The staff was very helpful and attentive. They came and checked on us multiple times. We did family style, and honestly that was probs my the best choice because there was too much goodness on the menu. I had some experience but also leaned on the staff for guidance. I would say my top three personally were the: lamb kebabs, Iraqi Quizi and the Lehmajuhn(flatbread pizza) The Quizi might have been the best part of the meal and a whole party in my mouth. I'm also a sucker for good hummus & baba ganoush and I was just about ready to lick the bowl clean. Overall, there was nothing I can mark down about my visit here. 10/10 I would recommend to anyone in the area

Good food, great service, so-so desserts - in a nutshell…read more Everything we ordered, in terms of food, was delicious. I always love a good dip platter and this did not disappoint. I have only had Ezme at one other place, and this was definitely better. I always love baba ganoush and this was so good, especially with the warm bread. The family meal for 4 was plenty of food. All the meats, including the chicken items because a lot of time those are over cooked. The lamb tikka, and sheeh tawook were my favorites, but I did enjoy them all. The desserts were a miss for us over all. The ice cream was on the icy side and not as creamy, kunafa was ok but I've had better. The baklava was like any baklava you can get, so not bad. It is slightly pricey but worth it in my opinion. Nice place that can accommodate larger parties, but also has some booths for intimate date night. The meat is also halal so a great option for anyone that needs that.

Mix grill platter was tasty, but it was on pricey side for $28+($23.99 + CC fee + tax). They do…read morecharge CC fee! So, bring cash if you can. The place is clean & more spacious than it seems from the outside.

Mansaf: a very rich lamb&rice dish served in a huge portion with a side of warm yogurt-style to…read moredrizzle on the rice as you see fit, was very delicious. Tabbouli: this style is a little too dry for my taste, not as enjoyable. Kitchen is slow because they literally make everything to order, and they seem to have quite the steady pickup business that is thriving.

I brought a friend here for lunch after he was craving Persian Food. I thought we would give this…read moreplace a try since I have been to Giovanni's across the street. Apparently, the owners at Shiraz were the old owners at Giovanni's. It is located in a small strip mall and very nice inside. We were seated right away. We were planning on eating a lot and our waitress seemed a little irritated that we were going to share a combination chicken and kebab plate. To appease her, we also ordered some appetizers of Hummus and Babaganoush. Both were very tasty with a different taste profile than the Lebanese or Greek versions. The Koobideh and Chicken Kebab combination plate was delicious. The Rice and Grilled Tomatoes that came with it were very tasty as well. We finished off with some Baklava and Persian Tea. The Baklava tasted like it was made in-house. This place is a little pricier than some other Persian Restaurants but you can tell in their quality. I would definitely return here in the future.

Shiraz is good but expensive. My family always wants to go here when we gather in Plano, and the…read moreplace can get very busy for dinner. The service is always good and attentive for large parties. We have tried a variety of dishes, the kabobs are juicy and flavorful while the stews are decent.

Fantastic!! We loved everything we ate: * Trio of Dips…read more* Calamari * Ziziki Bread * Greek Paela * Greek Platter * Baklava Ice Cream Cake If I were to come back another time, I would probably get the exact same order before coming back a third time to try something new. It's that good! Service and the entire atmosphere were phenomenal as well.

Really liked this place. Nothing was exceptional but overall a great place…read more Very friendly service and nice atmosphere. Perfect for a date night. The food was good but not mind blowing. Lamb chops were tasty but slightly over cooked. Deep fried goats cheese with tzatziki and marinara sauces with little pieces of roasted garlic, was the winner of the evening.