This is the best Mediterranean restaurant and all of Metro Woodlands. Their food is made fresh, it…read moreis reasonably priced and very flavorful.

Zara's has some amazing food that you can usually only find in Houston. I had their Chicken…read moreSouvlaki cooked on a wood fire grill and served with mixed vegetables, Basmati rice, Tzatziki sauce with warm pita bread. We had a group of 12 people, we had great service and everyone really enjoyed their dinner. I look forward to going back and trying more of their menu!

We ain't in Queens anymore…read more For years, I've eaten on Shah's all around the borough, initially out in Ozone Park and Briarwood before finding a real audience in Sunnyside. Now that they've sufficiently blown up around NYC, I was a bit shocked (and excited) to see them finally come to H-Town. What's the verdict? It's good enough to pass muster for NY standards (#1), is open super late, and will likely be my go-to Halal food for the foreseeable future. Since I've only had it in cart form, I'm still a buggin over the fact it's become a franchise. It's similar to my shock of eating Halal Guys at a store for the first time. The digs feel as foreign (prices, large, clean and bright interior) as it does familiar (taste, logo, etc.). Even though I had a laugh seeing the wall photo-mural of a Shah's cart in Times Square, I did appreciate the nod to Ozone Park with the 121st & Liberty street signs. The chicken + lamb combo platter ($12) is and always will be the winner. The lamb had the same kind of seasoning that most Halal spots out here try to replicate but can never get right. The rice was fluffy, and the white sauce was easily the highlight. I can understand why they've decided to bottle it up and sell it as liquid gold. It makes every meal better. Kofta ($12) and chapli ($13) are rarely my favorites, but I knew I had both in platter form. The addition of adding chickpeas and these other salads is not something I'm used to from the carts (#2) but I loved the fact it was drowned in the white sauce with a dash of hot sauce. The latter is supposedly extremely hot, but I didn't find it that spicy. While I have to say the cheeseburger was a bit of a disappointment (overly bready, thin patty), the pakora chips and french fries were fabulous. They were perfectly seasoned, had a nice crisp, and frankly would be an excellent, gut-busting addition to any platter. I don't love the extra charge, but I hope they remain consistent with it. This store location in Westchase along Westheimer is an up and coming part of town. There are numerous Middle Eastern businesses in the adjacent area, along with an abundance of parking spots and a good amount of late night activity. Service was friendly but I do hope they keep their standards up. As time goes on, I'm 100% convinced this will be a destination for the many late night meal seekers and fans of NY nostaligia. __________ (#1) Which automatically supersedes a lot of the ones here in Houston. Just keeping it real. (#2) Is the chickpeas a Houston thing? Genuinely curious.

Excellent lamb over rice. Got a bogo offer on Uber eats, and decided to try it out after great yelp…read morereviews. Yelp was right. Flavorful, filling, and fresh. I got the white sauce on the lamb and the spicy red sauce on the side. Unfortunately after a few bites I put too much hot sauce on, which made it less enjoyable, but that was my fault. I'd order this again, very solid, reminded me of some of the best halal trucks in NYC. 5*.

I'm sad to say this location has closed, but when it was open it was a great spot in the middle of…read moretown where you could hang out, enjoy different items from different restaurants and generally have a good time. There's not much to say in terms of service, it's like a combination food hall and ghost kitchen where you order off a tablet, get a number and food comes out to you from a big shared kitchen in the back. They're speedy and got my order right so no complaints. As for their halal smashburgers, they were delicious. Pricey yes, but considering how many other halal spots were open around here at the time, definitely a solid choice for the locals. They had a few other options included fries which were enjoyable as well. So here's hoping they come back to Conroe in the future, because if they do I'll be the first one there to get another Smashburger Combo!

Excellent service and delicious food! This was a really nice place with lots of great food options!read more

Sesame chicken - 9/10 - Chicken was tender and very saucy with a sweet and gingery flavor, a little…read moretoo sweet for me Beef mangolian - 8.5/10 - Spicy, flavorful, and saucy Chicken lo mein - 9/10 - Cooked very well with little greasiness, we added some chili sauce for more flavor and spice Crab puffs - 8/10 - Really crispy but had a lot more cream cheese than crabmeat I havent tried many Halal Chinese spots in Houston but this is one of the better Halal Chinese spots ive tried. The food was all fresh and flavorful with the meat cooked well. I also liked the ambiance. Prices are a bit on the pricier end but food was overall tasty with quality. They also have a buffet for just $18.99 on Wednesdays!

Hole in the wall place but it is very good. Didn't expect it to be that good when I walked in but I…read morewill be going back. Not a place to sit down and eat. It is inside the corner store but they know what they are doing. Would always suggest for a good meal.

I am so excited that this new halal restaurant has opened up on the island! And that too on the…read moreeast side. I got the loaded shawarma fries (mild spice) and the owner gave me some Afghan daal to try. Everything was so good, flavorful and fresh. Not to mention the portion for the fries was HUGE. It can easily feed 2-3 people. I ordered over the phone and the food was ready when I got there. The service was good and the owner is really nice! It is inside a convenience store, so it's not the fanciest place to eat, but there were tables set up if you wanted to eat there. They also offer a UTMB discount. I will be back for sure, wishing them the best of luck on this endeavor! UPDATE: per the owner, the chicken is NOT zabiha halal. Only the beef, lamb and gyro are.

i've eaten here sooo many times and here's a comprehensive review:…read more to begin, everything tastes quite fresh and the choice of ingredients for the bowls including the chick peas, jalapeños, and sauce are all excellent. the rice here is good and the chicken tastes great. let's talk price. this place can be quite expensive, especially if you are ordering something like a shawarma. personally, i wouldn't just because the amount you get for the price is quite small. for the rice platters, id say it's also a touch expensive for the size, however, there is a deal occasionally on uber eats where you can buy one get one. uber eats of course charges enough in service fees and delivery to basically charge you the full amount anyway, but if you have uber one or some other deals you could get these on an excellent deal. now, i LOVE my halal food, and there really aren't many options for good halal-cart style halal food in college station and even considering that, i find myself missing abu omar when im away from cstat. but when im here, i usually pass by the cart just because the prices are too high to justify eating regularly. i'd definitely suggest running some deals so atleast on certain days its more accessible for students. with that out of the way, id recommend trying a rice platter from abu omar. the staff is nice, the packaging is nice, and the food comes out decently fast. it tastes great and *if* you enjoy it relatively soon after getting it (i.e. your delivery didn't take a long time to arrive, if ordered) you can typically enjoy it quite warm, which is awesome. personally, ill definitely keep eating and enjoying the food from here and keep wishing there were better recurring deals or prices across the menu. taste: 9.5/10 price: 6.5/10 overall: 8/10! a solid, classic halal food cart option in cstat. one of few choices for great halal food. give them a try, but know it's a bit expensive for a student's meal.

I love abu omar Italian shawrma zinger shawrma rap fries 100% definitely recommend this placeread more

I had the pleasure of dining at Lama Mediterranean, a cozy yet upscale spot tucked away on a quiet…read morecorner of The Woodlands. Walking in, I immediately noticed the warm lighting, stylish décor, and the soft hum of conversation. it felt like stepping into a hidden gem. We started with their signature Lentil Soup, and let me tell you, they set the tone for the night: creamy, perfectly seasoned, and just the right amount of indulgent. For my main course, I chose the seared Family Platter. The beef Kabab was cooked medium-exactly as requested, juicy and tender. The service was outstanding -- Romeo and Jordan were very friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, and timed everything just right. It's always a plus when you feel genuinely welcomed instead of just rushed through your meal. For dessert, we had The Trio Blakava, and their Tiramisu cake. Prices were reasonable, but for the quality of food, atmosphere, and service, it felt completely justified. I'll definitely be back, especially to try their brunch, which I've heard is just as impressive. Thanks Romeo, and Jordan for making my birthday feel special.

Diamond in the rough. Don't let the location stop you from coming here. Super nice folks working…read morehere! By owner Ali's suggestion, we had the Persian dinner for 2. It was a ton of food! Lamb, chicken & beef. Beef was my personal favorite along with the hummus. So smooth and tasty! Edwardo took very good care of us. Wonderful service and atmosphere. The tea served at the end was a delightful touch. Nice open outdoor patio area as well. I can't wait to go on Friday or Saturday to see the belly dancers. This place is clean and well maintained. Bathrooms were nice and clean as well. For something a little different for dinner, go eat here. It's well worth it!

Great! It takes a bit to get the food but well worth it! Will come back again and again!read more

Its great if you find their open. Their hours are always contrary to what is posted. Call before. I…read morewas just told via phone they are only open in evenings now.

Great food. We had a problem with the coke machine and Alberto went above and beyond to make…read morethings right. Thanks, Alberto!

Great food. Very fresh. The staff was very helpful with me deciding what to eat. I recommend the…read morekebab shop

I can't wait until the next time I try this place. My two friends and I decided to do a family…read morestyle dinner so we got an orange chicken, hot honey chicken, crispy beef, 2 small rices and a tikka masala chicken. It was all AMAZINGGGG The small rice is way bigger than we expected, so glad we only got 2. The hot honey chicken was my fave with the crispy beef being a close second. The portions were huge despite two of the things we got being appetizers. We did an order to go and it was ready within 15-20 minutes.

I'm not big on bashing small businesses because I understand that mistakes happen. However, this…read morewasn't the first time I received an incorrect order--it was the second. The first time, I simply made do with what I received. This time, I contacted the company because several items were incorrect. The gentleman who initially answered the phone was sweet as pie and tried to assist, but unfortunately, he didn't have a resolution for my issue. Shortly after we hung up, I received a call from someone who stated that he was the owner. He was initially very apologetic, and I sent him pictures showing what I ordered versus what I actually received. He explained that DoorDash posts the pictures of the food, not his company. He offered to refund me for two items, but I explained that I still wasn't satisfied because the one item I did receive was room temperature at best. At that point, the entire order was essentially a loss. When I asked for a full refund, I was told that I needed to return the food. I explained that the food had already been delivered, so I wasn't sure how I was expected to return it. That's when the conversation completely changed. The owner accused me of trying to get money from his company, said I was manipulating them, continued making disrespectful comments, and ultimately hung up in my face. That part bothered me more than the incorrect order. Mistakes happen. Food gets mixed up. Orders can be prepared incorrectly. I can understand all of that. What I don't understand is making a customer feel as though they are dishonest or trying to take advantage of your business simply because they are asking for a resolution to a problem. At the end of the day, my family still didn't have dinner, I paid for an order that was not properly fulfilled, and the biggest concern seemed to be defending the business rather than providing customer service. I genuinely wish the outcome had been different because I try to support small businesses whenever I can. But customer service matters especially when something goes wrong. How you handle the mistake can leave a much bigger impression than the mistake itself.