New Name is Selda Mediterranean Kitchen. But they're still every bit as amazing. Sooo goood!…read more We ate family style and tried a ton of dishes. They nailed every one! We left quite stuffed and extremely satisfied. It was a nice day so we ate outside but the interior was very pleasant and was filled with diners even at 2 pm. Everything here is fresh, perfectly seasoned, healthy and oh-so-tastey. This place was recommended to me by a fellow foodie and Yelper, and we're very grateful for the recommendation. This was the perfect birthday lunch for me.

I came to this new spot (3 months open) on Sunday to check out the new kids, and I am so glad I…read moredid. Upon entry, my guest and I were greeted promptly and invited to sit anywhere we liked. My guest and I immediately noticed the traditional Turkish aromatics that filled the establishment. The waitress who tended to our table was engaging and explained the menu in depth as well as vouched for the food's authenticity. As my guest and I wanted to try multiple menu items, we elected to order the dishes that offered an array of food. Appetizer: Cold Platter This dish included hummus, babaganoush, dolma, ezme, and piyaz. The plater was properly "stacked" with the flavors of the app. going from "punchy" to mild. The piyaz was a perfectly balanced white bean salad packed with Mediterranean flavors. This combination of white beans, tomatoes, onions, and parsley was simple and yet deliciously satisfying! The dolma on this dish was a perfect combination of filling vegetables, grape seeds, Rumex, hornbeam, and quince leaves, with a kick of lemon. The babaganoush was light and refreshing. The simple combination of roasted eggplant, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt is something that is not to be missed if you are looking for a vitamin packed dip. The Ezme "mashed" was made mainly with tomatoes, cucumber, and olive oil and packed a little punch, which most likely was accredited to the peppers. Main: Hot Mixed Platter This dish included meatballs, chicken, beef, and lamb (doner) atop veggies and rice. All the meats on the plate were seasoned to perfection and tender. My guest and I ate the meats so quickly that I am not able to appropriately describe the flavors other than with the a word, "delectable". Dessert: Dessert Platter This platter had a sampling of Tiramisu, čupavci, KÜnefe, and Baklava. Although the čupavci and KÜnefe looked great, I couldn't eat them as they both are made with coconuts (to which I am allergic). I actually took a bite of the KÜnefe before I realized that it had coconut shavings in it. With this dessert, the cheese is arranged between two layers of Kadayıf (shredded phyllo), cooked until golden, and soaked in a sweet syrup. The čupavci (sponge cake) was soaked in chocolate sauce, then dipped in unsweetened, shredded coconut. Fun fact: Čupavci means "furry" because of the fuzzy surface the coconut provides, which I learned when I visited Turkey many years ago. Java Folks who read my reviews know that I am a java junkie. So, of course, I requested the Turkish coffee. Turkish coffee is prepared with more water than its Italian counterparts and is meant to be sipped rather than drunk quickly like a shot. There is also a tradition of reading the grinds at the bottom of the cup to tell fortunes, known as tasseography. Turkish coffee cups are small, similar to the size of an espresso cup, but with a rich history of their own. This coffee is prepared traditionally and provided a much needed pick me up. This family restaurant has authentic quality food and the highest level of service. If in the area, this locally owned spot is worth a try. Total for the meal before tip $89.00 #supportlocal

Amazing food and service! The people here are amazing and welcoming and the food was top notch…read more 10/10 recommend this place.

What an incredible find! Hala Café is an absolute gem tucked away on Shaenfield Rd. The food, the…read moreservice, and the overall experience were all amazing. The staff here could not have been friendlier. I had never heard of shrak before, so I asked about it. The waitress actually went into the kitchen, and a sweet lady came out moments later with some for me to try! That kind of genuine hospitality is rare these days. For anyone unfamiliar, shrak is similar to a tortilla--thin, soft, and perfect for scooping up all the deliciousness. The food itself was outstanding. The yellow rice was incredibly flavorful--long, fluffy grains cooked just right. Rice may sound simple, but making it this good takes skill, and they absolutely nailed it. I ordered the beef kabobs with rice and salad, and everything was cooked perfectly. The beef was tender, juicy, and seasoned beautifully. Portions were generous, and the whole meal left me looking forward to my next visit. I honestly didn't know Jordanian-inspired Mediterranean food in San Antonio could be this good! Hala Café is definitely a spot I'll be coming back to again and again.

This is going to be a down and dirty review. Great service, great food, must visit if you are in…read moreSan Antonio and looking for Mediterranean. Definitely order the hummus. A true MUST go restaurant!

A hidden spot deep in the medical area inside the corner of a shopping center. Plenty of parking…read moreand a very welcoming environment from all the employees. We started off with a hot tea pot to share, which came with peppermint leaves inside our tea cups, making the black tea flavorful. For entrees, I ordered the chicken shwarma and my husband got the combination plate along with grilled veggies. Food took a while although there wasn't anyone there, but it came out piping fresh. I recommend their chicken shwarma! Really well marinated and moist chicken! The grilled veggies was a must. Overall, food was good and everyone was sweet. Great casual spot to check out!

THE FOOD IS AMAZING! The service here alone are so kind and helpful to newcomers in the restaurant!…read moreThe ambiance is just the cherry on top!

What's not to love? The service is great, the vibe is…read moreexquisite, and the kids love being able to see the coal fire cooking real food. PRO-TIP: don't touch the glass (it's hot). Before we go on, if you just stop here: the cold dip sampler is worth it. Do it. Our kids love the kafta kabobs and rice, and we went to town on the shawarma to make up for a bad shawarma experience a few days prior. Now the universe is balanced after we had an opportunity to enjoy shawarma the way it was intended to be enjoyed (thinly sliced from a vertical rotisserie, piled into a sandwich, and served prompt and hot). This is the food of my people (well, geographically adjacent people but it's close enough) and so when we don't feel like cooking, we gladly drive to Kababchi Grill for our fix. Oh, and if hookah is your thing: their sister restaurant shares this kitchen and offers hookah next door. The vibes are exquisite there, so check out Shisha Cafe if that's your jam.

First time here and we were pretty blown away. Super fresh options, big amount of options…read more They have a pre designed set of items and a vast build your own menu Had the lamb bowl and it was amazing, everything super tasty fresh and very healthy Friendly staff, clean location, very tasty food. We will certainly be back.

Affordable, healthy, and yummy bowls. I got their grilled…read morechicken rice bowl with yellow rice. They offer a lot of variety of add ons and sauces. I really like the variety of hummus they have and also the tzatziki and chef spicy sauce. I also really like their to go boxes. It is paper and sealed all around until you are ready to eat. There is lots of seating inside, very casual and friendly environment.

I had a hard time walking out without calling for the manager or owner. I would like to start my…read morepost with the positive so here it goes. The ambiance was great, everything from the decorative rugs, Arab writing on the wall, tagine pottery and brass crafts were perfectly displayed. The tabbouleh salad was very tasty, it had the right amount of ingredients making it pretty as well as colorful placed in the neat brass metal bowl. Now with the things that require immediate remedial attention: 1. The burger was overrated, overcooked and dry. 2. The chick pea salad lacked chick peas, dressing, onions and feta cheese. 3. The lamb Kofta plate was prepared right however, it was not enough meat for the price and the cream sauce tasted like straight butter with a hint of garlic. The pita bread was lukewarm and looked like it had been unwrapped, quartered and thrown in a microwave for 30 seconds prior to serving it. 4. Drinks Ordered: The Cafe' Arabia was very tasty BUT, I didn't get it until we were almost done with our meal. We ordered drinks when we were first seated so that was a big red flag. My wife also ordered the Moroccan mint teapot and she didn't get it until after I got my coffee. I told the barista/waiter to cancel it when I got my coffee but he said it was also ready for us and could put it in a to-go cup for her. That kind of defeated the whole experience of drinking tea while waiting for our meal. 5. The service was really slow. Took over 15 minutes to get our (tap) waters and 20 minutes for our food when we were the only ones in the restaurant until we had placed our order. 6. The waitress needs some serious people skills and bussing training to know how to serve food and drinks. She touched the tops of the glasses her fingers. She didn't greet us and practically dropped the plates on the table when she brought them out. To add insult to injury, she put the handheld pay device on the table without asking us if we wanted or needed anything else. My kids wanted to try out some desserts, so luckily for us, the nearby HEB has plenty to offer. I had high hopes for this place because of what the owner posted on Instagram and it is so close to our neighborhood. Guess we will have to continue driving further into the city to other Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern restaurants that have better food and service.

It's been a while since we've dined in, but we came for Valentine's Day and we're so excited to see…read morethe upgraded menu. This place is elegant yet cozy and the staff are always so friendly. We tried the mixed grill and it's more than enough for 2 people. Also, zaatar wings are the purrfect sweet and crispy!! Everything is fresh, packed with flavor and indisputable. Wow. We love this place!!

By far the best place in San Antonio to enjoy some shisha while getting work done or just relaxing…read morefor a bit - bar none. The staff is always on point and very friendly. Shout out to Jayden for consistently making every visit a great experience.

We ordered the hummus to start, and the food was excellent! The hookah came out quick and was…read moredelicious. Coals were changed frequently! Food came out quick and the biryani was the table favorite! Overall, and excellent experience!

This is a wonderful family owned restaurant with an extensive menu. We stopped by on a Saturday…read morenight and got a table immediately. We tried the Syrian Salad (tonatos, cucumber, lettuce in a delicious dressing), the hummus & pita, the lamb ribs and the moussaka. Perfect amount for two people.

Recently, I looked up Restaurant.com to find a new place to try. Syrian Kitchen piqued my interest…read moreand we went to check it out. Don't let the simple outdoor facade fool you. Inside is traditional and beautifully set and inviting. Ghada was our server, who took great care of us. We ordered several dishes to share: Lamb Ribs, Lamb Shank Mandi, Moussaka, and Syrian Salad. Everything was delicious. Our favorite was the tender lamb shank. We ended the meal with the Baklava. The only bummer thing was that they no longer honor the Restaurant.com deals. It's still a decent experience.

Out for a late dinner with the wife, she had the chicken sandwich kebab was no very tasty …read more I had the lam Gyro really yes really , It was great, took me back to Greece.

Our Spanish explorer blood has inspired us to visit all 7 continents and numerous countries in our…read moretravels. This winter we are headed to Morocco, in Northern Africa, among other places. So it was our desire to get familiar with the cuisine, prior to the trip. Moroccan Bites was our choice and we couldn't have been happier we found it. The owner's daughter was our server and since she is from Marrakech, we took her suggestions on what to order. Not only was she extremely friendly, she took the time to prepare us for the culture we are about to experience and provided much needed help. For our meal, we went with an eggplant app and wifey and I ordered the Lamb couscous plus the Chicken Pastilla to share. The couscous meal was loaded with veggies, lamb and of course, couscous. The flavors were delicate and not overpowering at all. The Chicken Pastilla dish can pass for a desert with the cinnamon and powder sugar on top of a light pastry, just like a pie. It was my favorite entree of the night. Don't forget to try the mint tea. It's served hot and sweet and might actually give my Texas ice tea addiction a little competition. You shouldn't travel to a foreign land without trying their dessert options, or even travel across town as it was in our case. The glass display case caught our attention immediately, even before we sat down to look at the menu. We couldn't decide on what sweets to try, so we compromised and ordered several different kind of things. From the lemon cake to the Baklava, it was all very delicious. The Baklava is French like in its flaky texture and light enough to put down half a tray if given the chance. The inside of the restaurant is clean, has ample tables and is decorated in the country's cultural theme. Well, Moroccan Bites, thanks for a great meal and you have raised our expectations on what we are about to go through.

My husband was craving for some Middle East /Mediterranean food . It is not too far away from where…read morewe live as we just drive 6 minutes away from the Rim area . The interiors were nice and well appointed . We came in on Saturday and there were just 3 tables occupied . We had hummus with pita bread as appetizers and I tell you it was one of the best pita bread as they made it fresh and it came out straight from their oven . My husband ordered a gyro beef wrap with French fries on the side while I had a chicken shawarma with greek salad on the side . The chicken shawarma was so juicy and well seasoned . My husband enjoyed the beef gyro as it was large and it was very filling. We also loved the tamarind drink . If we crave for some more Mediterranean food , this will be our go to place .

Service is amazing and the food is so delicious definitely recommend such a vibe inside 10/10read more