Had great lunch--nice portions and very flavorful. Very attentive service--good spot added on McDowell!

Hubby and I were so excited to try this place, which I drive by every day. Been waiting awhile for a new restaurant... there was a long period of time between Basilic and East Bite. Unfortunately, we were a little disappointed. The platters (around $30 but filled with lots of varieties of meat and veggies) looked so good, but we didn't want that much food. So, each of us ordered a pita sandwich... one was gyro and the other seasoned beef. The color and variety of the platters did not carry through to our plates. Besides a bit of sauce on the meat, there were no colorful sides... there should, I believe, in a place like this, a few cucumber, tomato, onion, etc. items on the sandwich or as an attractive garnish. As for sides, it seems like french fries are pretty much the only hot side. I hope that more sides are available soon... fries don't even belong in a healthy, fresh Mediterranean menu. We could have used just a bit more meat in our pitas, too. The cocktail I ordered was very slow in coming (as was the food), and there were only about 5 other people in the restaurant. I could tell that the bartender had probably never made a mojito before... and there just seemed to be an aura of inexperience amongst everyone there. Yeah, I know it was the first week of business, but everyone seemed like they haven't been in the food business for very long. Thank goodness they had a "soft opening", because things were just not as great as they could be. I hope to visit again and experience some improvement. We need a restaurant with this type of light, fresh Mediterranean food. By the way, the name of the place is terrible... it's not descriptive of the theme and the type of cuisine. I am so sad, because I am still driving by every day, and there just aren't many customers there. Maybe deliver discount coupons in the nearby neighborhoods? There are a lot of restaurant customers in the historic areas waiting for better, newer experiences. read more

I woke up thinking about this drink and I had to write a review. I had their rose water lemon drop martini and it was absolute perfection! I work at a resort in Scottsdale and we desperately need this on the menu! Not only was it gorgeous, but it tasted incredible. Everyone loves a classic lemon drop, but the rose water brings so much elevation and sophistication to the glass. It's perfectly floral without tasting like perfume or a cleaning product. An absolute 10/10! Also, the service was great and the food was yummy. I will be back soon! If they had a happy hour I would be back tomorrow. read more

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The food is great. The hummus was yummy and the pita bread was fantastic. My falafel pita was delicious! Next time though, I will skip cocktails. Both of ours were very sweet and not worth $14 in a city where it's easy to get a good cocktail. Service also needs some work. My party of two was given one menu initially. Our lunch took a really long time and it was not clear why. Our server seemed really busy with other tables even though there weren't that many other people there. It's cute and clean inside. read more

Wow. The place looks amazing after taking over the local pho place. Super clean, inviting and great for large groups. The baba ganouj, dear science, is the best I've ever had in Phoenix. Perfectly smoky, light and umptious! The dolmas!, omgee, divine in all of their glory. The mini pitas with the baba were perfectly done. I can't wait to try my to go items, chicken kebab and some beef shawarma. I may not cook again, after eating here. Meal prep, nah. I'll just get to go from here and split it up during the week. Service is just right, not pushy and not non-existent. Make this place so popular we can't get in. I'm not about gate keeping. This pace needs to blow up. Cheers East Bite, you did it right! read more

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Service was lovely but the food was fantastic!!!! Perfect place to come before or after a show at the theater complex. I got the Mediterranean bowl and it was huge and very flavorful. read more

East Bite - Chicken shawarma Mediterranean bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Some of the best Middle Eastern food I've ever had outside of the Middle East. The chicken kebab, falafel, and hummus were delicious. Overlook the slow service and eat here. The food is delicious. read more

Amazing food and atmosphere. The service was great! Had the pita pocket with chicken shawarma and falafels! The hummus was so smooth and rich in flavor. Would definitely return! read more

Four countries are represented in this unique experience. Iran, Iraq, Syria and Lebanon. The lentil soup was creamy and brought back memories of my grandmother's cooking. The staff was helpful and attentive. I can't wait to go back and try the kibbe. read more

East Bite - Pistachio baklava. Melts in your mouth. - Mediterranean Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Stopped in for lunch before heading to the Phoenix Art Museum. Which is literally across the street. Pleasantly surprised. Delicious food and great prices. ($15 lunch) The owner was very friendly and cook knows what he's doing. read more

Really good Mediterranean food! The beef dishes are especially juicy, would recommend beef platter. Owner is also a chill guy read more

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Outstanding atmosphere, great food, wonderful service from Wally the owner and Joe. I had the chicken Shawarma pita and it was delicious as well as the Turkish coffee, which was some of the best in Phoenix. read more

This place was awesome! We went to the Phoenix Art museum for first Friday and it was a 5 minute walk away. I guess it just opened and didn't have a ton of reviews. We ordered the baba ganosh and gyros. It was the best baba ganosh I have ever had. You might need to order another basket of pita. The gyro meat was really good and all the sauces were very tasty. We also tried the falafel that our friend ordered and it was super good! read more

Food is super good one of the best chicken Shawarmas I've ever had easily. Just across the street from the Phoenix Art museum, nice to stop by afterwards. Food is great customer service is perfect and the restaurant is kept perfectly clean at all times. read more

Service was great food not so much - I went for lunch very fried and not the best quality more fast food vibe

Food is so delicious! We got beef shawarma, Mediterranean rice bowl and falafel. Everything tastes really fresh and authentic. Definitely recommend read more

Definitely get the mixed plate your first time. It was fresh and so tasty! Everyone was kind! I will definitely be back

The food was excellent! I got the Gyro pita and tried some chicken off the platter my friend ordered. So delicious. There was a little bit of a wait for the food, but it was absolutely worth it. Lovely place! I will be coming back to try their cocktails! read more

Very good and very well prepared Mediterranean food, and friendly service. Best baklava I have ever encountered. Full bar, Turkish coffee, and the place is spotless. We'll be back. read more

East Bite took over the building that was once Basilic Vietnamese Kitchen. It offers a variety of Mediterranean dishes from baba ghanoush to shawarmas. The food was good and will be back to try some other things. read more

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Amazing restaurant. I am Lebanese and the food is completely spot on to the Mediterranean. Affordable prices, friendly staff, and local. Give this place a try, they're the next big deal in Phoenix. read more

Best of the best!!! The pita sandwiches are delicious but the platters are unlike any other restaurant, so much food and it's so fresh

the food was tasty and service was good. no complaints!! we got the hummus, kebab platter, and pistachio baklava for dessert. read more

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Family owned restaurant and made to order! We wanted tabouli and it wasn't on the menu so they whipped it up for us! Amazing food, you can taste the freshness! Highly recommend! read more

We stopped in for a few appetizers and drinks before heading to the art museum across the street. We also wanted to try the new place in the area. And are glad we did! If you want great, fresh, Mederterrainian food, or some delicious cocktails, in a low-key atmosphere, East Bite is the place for you. Our waiter was the bartender Joe and he was very friendly and attentive, explaining the place's concept, and food and drink options, with much enthusiasm. (We also met some of the family whose place it is, including I think the owner.) All three appetizers were so good and, again, so fresh. Standbys of hummus and dolma were all expertly prepared, with the pita for the hummus piping hot and with a small char (the best). We also got something I'd never seen before--Batinjania. Eggplant fried with onions and peppers in a delicious sweet/spicy sauce. Out of sight! One of us even had Joe's take on an old fashioned, which was inventive and delicious (even the ice cube had flavor). We will definitely be back soon for a full feast. Give them a try for delicious, fresh Mederterrainian food or a visit to the bar. Or both! read more