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    Classic Red Hot Albasha

    4.0 (106 reviews)
    InexpensiveHot Dogs, Mediterranean
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    CLASSIC RED HOT ALBASHA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Stuffed grape leaves
    Doug M.

    Interesting in that you can go Chicago/sandwich or Mediterranean here, or combine the two. I combined them, which probably isn't the way to go. The two types don't really meld. But that's on me. Chicago dogs were straight up. Hit all the requirements for a solid creation. Fries that come with them were hot & crispy, if somewhat overly salted with their seasoning. Grape leaves and sambousik also were well done - standard but fine.

    Rogin G.

    This little spot is a hidden gem run by a very kind couple with incredible work ethic. I have over several occasions seen them working tirelessly to prepare the meals from scratch and you can taste the difference in their food. This is as close as it gets to eating real middle eastern food in this area. Everything we have tried here was delicious. My favorite middle eastern dishes from this spot are their mixed grill platter, fatoush salad, and their gyro salad - which are all exceptional. The meat is juicy and cooked to perfection which the burst of flavors in the salad makes the combo satisfying. If you're not a huge fan of middle eastern food but you like to try unique American food/treats, then this spot is also the place to be. From Chicago style hot dogs, Philly cheese steaks to deep fried Twinkie's - there is literally something here to make everyone happy!

    Possibly the best Small Side of Baba Ghanouj i've enjoyed around STL #BradyEats
    Sean B.

    Went for a Mediterranean-Food fix and they clearly got high marks! I was fooled by the name "Classic Red Hots" as I rarely eat hot dogs. After having been to over 6 other restaurants, Albashas nailed the flavors we craved. Definitely going back for their Eggplant Baba ghanouj and a fork tender Lamb Mansaf which was plated on a bed of rice with lemon-pita sauce and crunchy fancy sliced almonds. The Mediterranean Persian Lebanese flavors really shine in this somewhat hidden gem with counter-service & takeaway. Enjoyed w pics 2022Nov02 outside for lunch. They really are large entrée sized meals, priced accordingly, in which we literally brought home another meal for two. Shannon next door at Our Free Water Store said their hummus was excellent too. I may never buy store-bought again and save up for this tastebuds treat! Thanks for liking, sharing, and following Sean J. Brady #BradyEats #NeighborhoodTastingSociety #FOOD #FUN

    Fried Twinki! Yum, Yum, Yum!! (Already ate most of the Powdered Sugar)
    Janna C.

    Hands down the best Gyro I've ever had! I'm from LA and have tried various versions, but this place has landed at the very top of my list! I got it with every on it...I think it's the yummy sauce they use that sets it ahead of the game! Great prices for the portions they serve! Love the simplicity of the shop and the heartwarming service here. Fast service as well! Perfect spot to stop with the kids! They loved their Hot Dogs (didn't take a pic) and the cheese fries have them asking me to take them back already! Lastly, the Deep Fried Twinkies...words can not describe! lol but I will try my best... yum, yum, yummy!!! The heap of fine powdered sugar on top is what gives it a similar taste of a funnel cake (the good kind you get at Six Flags or Disneyland) but then you hit the center and the cool cream balances out the fried outside. Pure dessert perfection! Highly Recommend the Gyro, cheese fries, Chicago Dog and Fried Twinkies! Hope you enjoy it as much as me and the kids did!

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    Andrew L.

    I just moved into the area, never really got anything from this strip mall except firehouse subs. I really wanted a gyro, gave this place a try. Ordered directly off their online menu, that was super easy cause it was done through grub hub. Upon entering, the man at the counter was extremely rude. He asked for my order, I had to repeat it about 10 times, said my name, my order number, the items on the order, even showed him my receipt, and it was as if he didn't believe I had placed an order. After finally receiving my food, I got the Chicago dog and a beef (what I thought was going to be beef) gyro. Chicago dog was ok, bu the beef if you can call it beef gyro was interesting. First of all, super salty, second the "beef" was more like mystery meat. I thought it was beef, tasted more like a breakfast sausage, could've been lamb, was cut into these rectangular slabs. Gyro had a ton of "meat", so that's the only good part. I'd go back if I really wanted a hot dog, gyros not so much.

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    7 months ago

    The food and service are amazing! The kabsa, mansaf, and gyro are the best. I've been visiting regularly for a couple of years.

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    Very good service. Very tasty food. Very very generous. Lots of varieties. Place needs a good cleaning.

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    I almost went in yesterday but was really turned off by the filthy conditions . Can only imagine what the kitchen looks like

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    3 years ago

    Food is amazing, I had the beef shawarma wrap, my girlfriend had the sambousik. Both were delicious, would recommend to anyone

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    We love the french fries, hummus and baba ganoush. To me its the best hummus and baba ganoush we've had in st louis!

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