On a very serious note, for afghan/paki/Indian type of food this place is my absolute favorite in…read morethe whole USA. They have a buffet with goat, lamb, chicken daily. The trick is that the Buffet is only on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11:30 - 2:45 PM (I know it's a very small window). In St.louis this place is truly my all time number one place to eat (it is considered a hole in the wall gem). Every day of the week the menu changes. The price is ridiculous fair so I tip very well to keep these guys in business and I have been eating here since 2016. I ask fellow reviewers who are in the food scene to check them out and write a review to keep them in business.

We went here for their lunch buffet, mainly for their goat ribs. The buffet was decent. We also…read moreordered a goat biriyani to go. It's Pakistan style. Goat meat was clean and well cooked (not smelly at all), but the rice was kinda lacking of flavor. The owner is very kind and welcoming. I want to try their goat korma next. IMO it's a good place for those who love goat meat.

Excellent food My husband had the mixed grill and I tried…read morethe chicken shawarma. We also enjoyed the cheese fatayer as an appetizer Very friendly service The owner visited our table and she is very kind We are so glad we used Yelp to search ...this is a hidden gem

Interesting Mediterranean restaurant in one of Manchester's many out-of-the-way shopping areas…read more Came for a late lunch and enjoyed the place to ourselves. Service was great! Ordered shareable, entree. Surprised by servers bringing out a small sample of three of their dips which were delicious. Have some interesting and different options on their menu. No frills but nice setting in this small but very good restaurant.

A friend recommended this place as the "best Indian in STL" and they were sooo right! My partner…read moreand I stopped in for dinner on a weekday, and while the outside might look unassuming, the food was packed with flavor! They were decently busy for dinner with takeout orders and had plenty of inside seating. Our wait staff was very friendly and attentive to every table, taking great care of us. The inside was very classic and spacious, with plenty of room between tables. My partner and I started with the Aloo Pakora, garlic cheese naan, and the onion kulcha. This was a great way to start our experience as the waiter explained each dish to us, as well as the different sauces we could enjoy with it! For our entree, we got a generous portion of lamb biryani and chicken tikka masala. They confirmed what spice level we would like (1-5, with 1 being not hot and 5 being spicy). We got the 3 and thought it was the perfect spice level for us, as people that frequently enjoy spicy foods. To end, we got a ras malai for dessert, which is a cold dessert with milk and pistachios. It was the perfect way to cool down our tongues after the meal. We had plenty of food leftover to have for a 2nd dinner the next day as well, which is a plus!

I was blown away by the food at this unassuming little strip mall spot. Don't judge a book by its…read morecover... the interior was very cute. Everything we ordered was excellent! And the menu is huge so we will absolutely be back! There were several very kind men serving and all were just as nice as the next. Very happy to have discovered a new gem!

WOW! I moved to IL side from CO about two years ago and have been in search since of genuinely GOOD…read morefood. I only wish I had found it sooner. Hats off to you POPP. I will be back with my family. :Order: Large wrap with corn and chicken x 2 (orders. Had to share with my spouse)!!!

A couple weeks ago my husband and I were running errands and wanted something healthy to eat. Since…read morewe were nearby he suggested The Port of Peri Peri. We had not been there since having new ownership and hoped it had not changed in taste and quality. There was absolutely no need to be concerned...it was possibly even more delicious. Located in a strip mall next to a Fresh Thyme Market, Peri Peri has a pretty nondescript dining area. It is clean and comfortable, and perfectly fine for a counter service establishment. The owner took our order and went out of his way to help me select a "milder than mild" sauce. I am no longer able to tolerate very spicy foods which is a shame because the peri sauce is extremely flavorful. My husband always opts for the spiciest or nearly spiciest option and had his usual 1/4 dark chicken but chose flame-grilled corn on the cob, which was good but not the same as his usual rice. I decided to opt for the Falafel Rice with the lemon pepper sauce. I was not disappointed. The owner also provided us with a generous serving of hummus and pita on the house - a nice complement to the meal. I love that the food is prepared fresh and not sitting there waiting for me. It may take a bit of time but it is worth it. The new owner and staff are very friendly and happy to answer questions. The food is very good. If you haven't already, I highly recommend dropping in and giving them a try. I think your taste buds will thank you!

Love this place! There's dishes for everyone's palate and…read moreappetite including heat/spice levels. Our favorite shareable (that's actually an entree) is the Mango meatballs. We first tried them at a Festival of Nations and have been hooked since. They're a flavorful curry and meat dish that can be loved and enjoyed even for those not a fan of heat. One thing to note is that the curried lamb dish IS spicier than the curry chicken since the curries are prepared with different ingredients. I love the curried lamb dish almost more than the mango meatballs. The others in my party had the beef kebabs and the national dish - Qabelli Palau. Both of those were also exceptional! When you walk in, there's several steps to enter the restaurant. Then, you'll be guided up a few more stairs into the dining room and seated at a cozy table. The decor is minimal and traditional. I like how simple everything is. The focus really is on the service and the food. We're regulars here, but I'm just late to reviewing on Yelp.

When I walked in, the inside felt a bit homey since there were some Afghan decorations including…read morethe flag of Afghanistan. The mantoo dumplings were delicious, but I felt like the bread was not necessary since there was not enough sauce to justify it. Despite that, I still enjoyed eating there and the staff were pretty friendly.

Still looking for great Mediterranean food and found Classic Red Hot Albasha (CRHA). Located in…read moreChesterfield, MO CRHA is definitely a hidden hot spot since it took us twice to find the location. Located in a strip mall, CRHA has great food and a very diverse menu. While we visited for Mediterranean food based on Yelp Army reviews, several patrons were visiting and ordering their version of Chicago Hot Dogs. I know that may appear unusual, but CRHA not only serves delicious Mediterranean cuisine, but also traditional American food like burgers, wraps as well as hot dogs. (Try the Lemon Seasoned fries!). I was excited to see traditional items like shawarma, fattoush salad, hummus and other delicious foods. Restaurant was very clean but does have limited seating. Not sure if large groups could reserve seating but recommend calling ahead. Classic Red Hot Albasha is a great place and if you're in the area will provide a delicious experience. Will be back!!

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

What a hidden gem! The only thing u don't like about this place is that it's not open on the…read moreweekends. But during the week, it's an amazing take out spot with tons of options for vegetarians. Some of their most popular dishes like the butter chicken and chicken tikkah masala can be done with falafel instead. And the saffron rice that comes with is *chefs kiss.* Last night, they talked my husband into getting the Dubai chocolate baklava and it was an amazing cap to our meal!

The owner is really friendly and will help you pick out your food. I've had the beef kebab plate…read moreover rice with salad and pita, the egglplant over rice, and the gyro sandwich. The beef kebab was seasoned and grilled really well. My favorite is definitely the eggplant. This is a casual dining place so don't expect a really fancy decor. It's humble but clean.

What a find this was!…read more See pictures for the interior feel of the place. That's the only down side. Small place, feels more like a place to order take out. Not really conducive to eat in, it's not a totally comfortable vibe. But we did! As well as a few other people that came at the same time. The service was great! Server guy, I'm not sure what to call him, was extremely attentive, personable and did pretty much all the running around while we were there. He handled all the tables, handled the people picking up food for take out, and did it all smoothly. The food really was amazing. Again, see the pictures I posted. We over ordered, on purpose, to try a little of a lot of things. The corn soup was different, but good. Seems to be a mix of a few cans of cream corn, broth, and a few chicken bits (if you ordered chicken). We found it pleasant. The fried spinach was amazing. The yellow curry was amazing. The Mongolian beef was amazing. Thank you for the rice, there was quite a bit of it and the fried shrimp (I forget the official name...fried shrimp?) off the appetizer menu) was AMAZING. We will definitely go back. Even if it's just take out. I must say....we took the left overs home and they made the trip just fine and were still good as left overs. Highly recommend. Let me know what you think, leave a compliment give me a "helpful" so I know you liked it!

Reasonable lunch menu Chicken dishes had reasonable cuts of…read moremeat The fried rice had a burned oil flavor and smell The lack of online ordering made it necessary to order in person as a complete menu was not listed online Seemed like a reasonable replacement for our favorite that has changed formats.