I've been here a few times on Saturday nights for Latin night. It is one of the best spots for…read moredancing. They have two sides one raggaeton and the other a mix of salsa bachata and merengue. They also do classes on Saturday around 10. The bar service was great too. We had a bartender who took great care of us just beware they do charge tip automatically, i almost missed that. They also have valet parking for $20 or you can park in the back yourself if there are open parking spaces

Wonderful spot to get your steps in on a Saturday night. I love that they open their doors to…read moreanyone willing to learn how to dance to bachata and having a separate side for the younger crowd is genius. Music is fire, will have to return to try some of their food.

Neenah is a great instructor!!! My first month of learning…read morewas I look forward to the next month of learning. Tanisha

The best beginners lesson ever. Entertaining & fun ...& a…read moregreat workout too An absolutely must-try

Incredible food! The kabobs are cooked to order and the kafta was some of the best I've ever had…read more Also hot fresh pita bread is great. I went for the lunch buffet and was blown away. I had never been before so I was given a full tour as I had arrived right when they opened. The service was incredible. If you love middle eastern food like I do this place is a must try. I will certainly be coming back.

Went during lunch which is a buffet. Had a decent selection and desserts on the buffet. All the…read morefood was warm. Pita bread and hummus was good. The shaved lamb was dry. If go back will not go during buffet and order off the menu. Don't feel can really judge a restaurant by a buffet unless that's all it is.

Kamilah is one of the more respected and beautiful bellydancers in the DFW area. Since 2007 I have…read moreseen her perform at Al-Amir, Kasra, Kismet, and other venues in the area. A "Brazilian Bombshell", she always comes to her performances with a lot of energy and a warm smile. So if you get a chance, check Kamilah out at her next performance! - Easy Street Images

From the owner: Kamilah Hanan, specializes in the ancient art form known as Raqs Sharqi or Belly Dance. She has…read moredaced her whole life and she has been trained in bellydance by top instructors from around the world including Fifi Abdu, Randa Kamel, Khaled Mahmoud , Nour, Momo kadous, Jillina, Aziza, Virginia, just to name a few. Kamilah Spent the Summer of 2011 perfecting her solo performing skills by performing on a daily basis in Sharm El Sheik, Egypt for top 5 start Hotels such as Marriot, Hilton Resorts and Sonesta. Kamilah's passionate and charismatic dancing style make her in high demand, and she is one of the top requested performer for events in the DFW area. Kamilah has performed at countless corporate events, weddings, private parties, restaurants, not to mention Telemundo and VH1 channels. She uses only the highest quality dance costumes available from top designers in Egypt and Turkey. Her music is energetic and fun, adding to the quality of the her shows. From beginning to end, Kamilah will provide you with one of a kind family friendly belly dance show making your event an unforgettable one!

Good god I loved this experience. Introduced me to cumin bread and is very high quality. It's…read morefilling as well so is worth the money. Servers were kind in explaining the menu and worked fast. Just make a reservation in advance

A great find in the " neighborhoody" area of uptown Dallas. Beautiful space and with great energy…read morefrom both locals and tourists/visitors alike. Service was attentive and polite. Food was delicious. I tried the best selling item on the menu - the chicken shish kebab. Chicken was tender and succulent, and accompanied with a side of fluffy Turkish rice, perfectly grilled vegetables and sauces to complement. Highly recommend this restaurant.

Lamia is a professional belly dancer who has performed throughout the United States and locally. I…read morehired Lamia to perform for a friends 60th birthday party and he was so surprised. Lamia's dances are always unique and exciting. I highly recommend Lamia for any event birthday, weddings, corporate events.

From the owner: Accepting Reservations for your 2023 Events Elegant…read moreEntertainment for Private and Social Events Lamia offers unparalleled belly dance entertainment in Dallas / Fort Worth and the surrounding areas. Each show is created specifically for your celebration. Embracing her Mediterranean and North African roots, you are guaranteed an authentic experience. She will provide the maximum in professionalism, attention to detail, high quality couture costumes, punctuality, and most of all fun and excitement for the entire audience. Available for but not limited to: Weddings, Birthdays, Bridal Parties, Anniversaries, Fundraisers, Restaurants, Concerts, Weekly Group Classes, Workshops, and Private Lessons Weekly Group Classes, Workshops, and Private Lessons Ever wanted to learn how to move your hips like a belly dancer? Come and learn different styles of belly dance, no experience needed! Just wear comfy clothes to move in. Dance shoes and hip scarf are optional. Classes Located at Fit4Life Mesquite 1927 Faithon P Lucas Sr Boulevard #110, Mesquite, TX 75181 Monday 7:30-8:30 PM

I danced here for three years and learned so much from the owner! She and the other staff and…read moredancers were passionate and helpful. I had opportunities to perform in events such as the Christmas Hafla, the renaissance faire, and other studio performances. Highly recommend!

Isis Star Dance Studio is one of the biggest belly dance studios in the area, if not one of the…read morebigger studios in the US. The largest attend classes at this studio are Isis' cabaret style belly dance classes. They also offer Hula, Doubeck drum classes, children classes, usually one-two different cardio/dance related classes, and they will usually have a tribal belly dance class as well depending on demand for it at the time. As well they have various performance troops from their Wings of Isis, Isis' Professional Performing Company , The Drums of Isis, etc. Isis also has in studio workshops but they also host usually in August every year a huge belly dance weekend of workshop & performances called Yaa Halla, Y'all. This usually has workshops by big name dancers & drummers in the industry, as well as performances by those giving workshops, up and comers, as well as booths to buy costumes, drums, etc. It has been a while from the time that I've taken classes there so I can't really speak to classes currently. Which is why I can't allow myself to do more than 3 stars because I can't speak to current classes being offered. Yet many of my friends that I made when I was taking classes at Isis ... some that started before, at the same time, or after ... are still there and have or working their way in to the professional performance troops. They try to be as family friendly as possible. There are many mother daughter, sisters, husband and wives, that are all involved in the studio in one way shape or fashion. Go check them out, maybe attend a Hafla (best way to describe it is almost a recital mixed in with party) See about checking out a beginners class.

She is a fabulous teacher and I enjoyed my time in her class, but she has unfortunately moved to…read moreMinnesota. :(

From the owner: Belly Grams~$175-$200:Time:15-25 min. Special occasion? You're hosting a party on a budget & you…read moreneed first-rate entertainment? Or perhaps you are organizing a lunch time event for your office, women's club or civic group meeting. Celebrating w/ a belly gram is your answer! I arrive at your event & perform a thrilling belly dance show including audience participation & photo ops. Classic Belly Dance Show~$200-$225:Time:30-45 min. A traditional belly dance show featuring beautiful Isis wings entrance (space permitting), grand veil or fan veil, finger cymbals, taqsim & ending with an exciting & engaging drum solo. Even the shyest of party goers will find themselves swept away. Popular choice for wedding receptions, showers, charity gala events, corporate events & more. Performance & Lessons~$200-$375:Time: 60 min. This is a very fun & unique package that is great for Ladies Night Out, corporate events, bridal showers or just to celebrate & try something different & new. Have you ever wondered where belly dancing came from? (Hint:Not Hollywood). This will give your guests a deeper understanding of the dance & how it fits into Middle Eastern culture. If you're interested in trying the dance out w/ your friends, I will bring coin hip scarves to loan for a fun group lesson that is sure to get everyone moving. $40/person. 5 person group (2-5 participants) $30/person.10 person group (6-10 participants) $25/person.15 person group (11-15 participants)

I have taken classes from Sa'diyya for over 5 years and have really enjoyed being her student. She…read moreprovides quality instruction and performance opportunities. She is an excellent instructor, choreographer, and performer! I highly recommend trying her classes!!!

From the owner: Instruction: As an instructor with more than 15 years of experience teaching Middle Eastern dance,…read moreSa'diyya has developed a clear-cut, challenging and fun method of teaching that leaves her students inspired and sharing her enthusiasm and passion for Belly Dance! Sa'diyya's exciting and unique performances and choreographies have made her a sought after performer and instructor of the Art of Bellydance! Her latest project is a professionally produced line of downloadable belly dance classes called, "Sa'diyya Online!" Sa'diyya's exciting and memorable signature style of belly dance is a dramatic yet jazzy mixture of American Cabaret with a heavy modern Egyptian Raks Sharqi influence. She also specializes in various folkloric and fusion styles. Learn the Art of Bellydance from Sa'diyya! Performance: Sa'diyya's charismatic, energetic and culturally authentic performances have made her a popular artist in the world of Raks Sharqi throughout the United States and beyond! Parties aren't com

Server was very nice. Our water was always full, salad was fresh, yummy and came out quick. Food…read morewas super fresh and tasty. The lamb kebab platter was absolutely delicious, moist meat with super soft rice, squash and grilled onions were an amazing addition. The rice pudding was super refreshing, sweet and yummy. Great bang for your buck!

I'd been craving pastitsio (Greek lasagna) and moussaka for a while, and after searching around, I…read morefinally found a few places that served them -- Al Wadi being one of them. It's not exactly close to me, but the menu convinced us to give it a try. My husband went with the buffet and enjoyed the variety -- hummus, gyro, salad, and pita bread -- and felt the price was a great value for what was offered. I ordered the pastitsio. It wasn't quite the same as the versions I've had in Chicago, where I've enjoyed both homemade and restaurant-made versions. This one was still enjoyable, but not as flavorful as I remembered. The béchamel sauce was creamy, though I felt it needed a bit more seasoning, and the tomato sauce leaned a little too soupy for my taste. I took the moussaka to go. It had a very similar flavor profile to the pastitsio, but instead of pasta, it featured layers of eggplant and ground beef. It was comforting and hearty, though the flavors felt a bit repetitive between the two dishes. The cheese bread that came with both the pastitsio and moussaka was really good -- warm, soft, and a great pairing with the meal. Service was fantastic -- friendly and attentive -- and the space, while small, had a cozy, homey feel. Overall, I'm glad I finally got my pastitsio fix, and it was a pleasant experience.