I had a fantastic experience at AVIV. What a beautiful place inside 1 Miami hotel…read more The chef selected several dishes for our table and every one of them was excellent. Fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. You can tell the kitchen takes pride in what they serve. Dish after dish arrived and somehow it kept getting better. Service was equally strong. Attentive. Professional. The team made sure everything flowed smoothly without ever feeling rushed. The drinks were outstanding as well. Great cocktails, well balanced, and crafted the right way. A special note about the General Manager, Martin. He runs a great operation and you can feel it the moment you walk in. Engaged with guests. Present. Making sure everyone is having a great experience. Great food. Great drinks. Excellent service. I highly recommend AVIV and look forward to coming back.

Apparently, my trip to Miami was basically an Israeli food tasting, and Aviv was absolutely…read moredelicious! I came here with two other people, so we decided to get the tayim. We got: *Resek hummus - this was delicious *Salatim - these were a really yummy selection *Yellowtail crudo - delicious *Moroccan cigars - good, but the ones at Motek were better *Stuffed dates - yum! *Beef shishlik - this was amazing *Lamb merguez - good *Kebab - also good We finished with the chocolate dessert, which was perfect! The drinks were really really good too. I got the Zhoug, which was nice and a little spicy, and my friends got the fig-stachio Manhattan (the presentation is really nice, and the drink is delicious), and the pastelito punch (tasty!). One thing that was weird is that one of my friends ordered a wine pairing. He got a glass of rose with the first course, and then we got the second course, and the meats, and we literally had to call the waiter over to ask if there were more wines coming. To which, he simply said yes there'd be 3 more. He didn't seem to get the hint that he had failed at parsing them out timely. It still took a while for the next glasses to come out, so that was weird. Also, the wines weren't great, so I would recommend sticking with the cocktails. All that said, the food was fantastic and the cocktails are great, so I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone!

This restaurant is absolutely STUNNING. I've never seen anything like it. You'll have to come here…read moreto feel the vibe - it is so inviting and fun. Also, the DJ was crazy good. We ordered the aroa labneh, assorted bread, mouneh, Atlantic oysters, beet salad, and the red snapper dish. Everything was so light and we were sooo pleased with the flavors. The snapper was the best fish I've ever had... I'm not kidding. We all are talking about how good it was even this morning. Unforgettable dish and decent portion size as well. We did order the filet mignon and asked for a cook of medium rare but it came out very well done. For the price, I expected a cook to perfection so I sent it back. Someone brought out the steak and set it on the table and stated it was a medium steak, it just wasn't what we asked for and not enough pink so we just cancelled at that point. To make up for it though, they comped a round of drinks for us which was so thoughtful. I must say service was friendly but it felt like a lottttt of waiting. Waiting for drinks 20 minutes or more (every round) and because it was so loud in there I don't think the server could hear a lot of what we were saying. Somehow the bread and oysters we ordered were lost so we had to reorder them. We would ask for drinks and we would have to ask again for them 10-15 minutes later. Just a lot of waiting and having to repeat ourselves and our orders throughout the night. We weren't in a rush to go anywhere else so this was fine and we were chilled about the whole situation. Our server was really nice and it definitely wasn't intentional. I loved this place regardless of the wait times and mess ups - things happen - I'll give it another go!

Fabel was a fun vibe but pretty pricey for the overall quality of food. My table split a bunch of…read moredifferent dishes which is definitely the way to do it. Cocktails were delicious!! Most of the food was decent but not huge portions.

Just went by on a whim searching for some middle eastern food and WOW!!! I finished the wrap before…read moreI made it back to my office (5 min drive max) because it smelled too good not to try "a bite". True family run establishments (grandma was having lunch with her grandson (who gave an excellent recommendation on the baklava) while the grandfather worked the kitchen. Will absolutely be back! Sorry about no pictures but food was too good and didn't last long enough to take any! Next time... maybe..

I stopped by here to grab some food for lunch. I got transported to another country. They have a…read morewide variety of middle eastern grocery items. They have a wide range of baklava. In addition, there are many different baked goods such as spinach and meat pies, manoushe, and cheese bread. The hummus is the best I have had in Miami. Ali, the owner is incredibly kind and welcoming and it feels like a family business. There are two tables to sit and enjoy.

Escribo para darles las gracias por todas las atenciones en el día de ayer en la celebración del…read moreCumpleaños de mi esposo!! Mil gracias por todo... La comida estuvo deliciosa........... y con muy buena presentación........ La atención realmente fue de primera. Los invitados salieron hablando maravillas de tu comida...... Y yo............................ QUEDE SUPER BIEN!!!! .... claro nadie sabe la angustia por la que pase con esto... pero ya todo quedó olvidado con esa maravillosa atención y comida!! Siguen ustedes entre uno de mis restaurantes favoritos para comer rico y pasarla bien...... y te aseguro que también será de las personas que asistieron a mi celebración porque todos quedaron fascinados... Mil gracias y que se les convierta en abundancia y prosperidad para su negocio!! Saludos a todo el personal que nos atendió..... todos fueron EXCELENTES!! TIENEN UN EQUIPASO!! EN ESPECIAL DAMIAN QUE ESTUVO MUY ATENTO DE TODO!!! !!GRACIAS!!

This was the only photo I took because it was the best-looking part of the meal. I had been craving…read moreMiddle Eastern food and chose this location since the Pembroke Pines spot had been so good before. We came on a Sunday evening, and surprisingly, the place was completely empty--not a single customer inside. Honestly, I would have left, but my husband was too hungry. We both ordered the "Delight Mix," which is supposed to be a variety of meats. Unfortunately, the meat didn't even taste like meat, and everything was covered in what seemed like barbecue sauce. That was especially disappointing because when you think of Middle Eastern cuisine, those kinds of sauces just aren't typical or authentic. Overall, it was a very underwhelming experience.

We've been hitting up Mediterranean restaurants like nobody's business on this leg of our spring…read morebreak, in part because of our proximity to many, and in part because my progeny and I are currently obsessed with babaganoush in its many variations. For this particular dinner, we were also focused on finding a truly vegetarian friendly restaurant where we could take our dear friends. Kabobji was a wonderful choice for vegetarians, omnivores, and carnivores alike. It's a large restaurant with plenty of booths and large tables for gathering with friends and family. Someone I suspect to be an owner was working hard alongside his wait staff and displayed a sense of genuine hospitality. Above all, the restaurant has a rock solid kitchen. The falafel ($13.99 / 5 pieces) here were ****STELLAR****!!! They're shaped like Indian medu vada (fried with a hole in the middle), probably for the same reason: to allow as much of the surface to fry to that perfect golden crisp as possible. And Kabobji's falafel were, in fact, awesomely crisp and well textured, made from soaked chickpeas in the traditional style, perfectly sized, nuanced and subtle in flavor -- some of the best we can remember having. (For reference, we love Nish Nush and Tanoreen for falafel in NYC -- and I think our neighborhood must be one of the major international epicenters for falafel.) Also excellent: the baba ghannouj ($10.99 for the small size), just a bit chunky, enriched with a lot of tahini, a moderate amount of garlic, a touch of lemon. This is how we like to make it at home. The vegetable ghallaba platter ($20.99) was simply made with thinly sliced onions and bell peppers, a small amount of zucchini, I think, and a touch of tomato. I would've loved to have had a spritz of lemon or sprinkle of sumac for a more acidic component, perhaps a little less onion. Note that this dish works better as a main course when accompanied by something protein-y like hummus, but it was pleasant to eat alongside our other orders. A convive, who went with the mixed shawarma platter ($27.99), found it to be a generous portion size and enjoyed it, especially with a side of well composed fattoush salad (+$5.99 to upgrade). Beef shish kebab ($14.99) and lamb shawarma ($15.99) wraps were both excellent and moist, a good balance of protein and vegetable. I didn't try them, but the "cheese pies" ($12.99) turned out to be pitas covered with a large amount of melty white cheese that some young children might enjoy as pizza. (Mine probably would've found them to be "too cheesy," but they're mutants.) They came three to an order. When you dine in, they bring a big basket of warm pita / pida to the table -- quite a generous touch!! I think it's house made and of course went beautifully with our food. Bottom line: GREAT FALAFEL! Great, low-key, family-friendly vibe. Good for vegetarians and non-vegs. Go.

Kabobji has become one of my favorite spots in Miami. Every time I visit, the food is consistently…read moredelicious and fresh. The grilled dishes are amazing , full of flavor, perfectly cooked, and you can tell they take pride in the quality of what they serve. Beyond the food, the service really stands out. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and attentive . It's clear that the people running the place care about the experience of their guests The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable, which makes it a great place whether you're stopping in for a casual meal or bringing friends and family. Places like this are the reason I keep coming back. Highly recommended if you're in Miami and craving authentic Mediterranean food

My husband and I found this restaurant on Instagram and, honestly, we were a little hesitant…read morebecause so much of what you see on social media can be misleading. But we were craving Mediterranean food, so we decided to give it a try and we're glad we did. The food was really good, and John took care of us. His recommendations were excellent and definitely made the experience even better. The atmosphere was nice, and I recommend making a reservation, especially if you want to make sure you can see the belly dance show on Saturdays. The only downside for us was that the chairs were a bit uncomfortable. Other than that, we had a very good experience and would definitely come back.

The service was friendly and attentive, and the live music created a really nice atmosphere…read more The food was mostly very good. We ordered the beef kabobs, which were cooked perfectly and full of flavor. Unfortunately, the ribeye steak was a major disappointment. We ordered it medium well, but it came out extremely overcooked, dry, and tough, with hard charred pieces on the outside. It was clear that steak is probably not their specialty. That said, we would still recommend this restaurant for the atmosphere, service, and many of the other menu items -- just skip the steaks.

I order from Motek at least once a month, and it never disappoints. Honestly, nothing makes me…read morehappier than seeing my order arrive because everything on the menu is consistently fresh and delicious. It's in a perfect location just down the road from the resorts on Miami Beach, making it a great option whether you're a local or visiting the area. I usually order through Uber Eats, and the experience is almost always fast, easy, and reliable. If you're looking for amazing Mediterranean food in Miami Beach, Motek is definitely worth trying.

Wonderful place and sooo glad I got to try. Came in with a group of five and had a reservation for…read morea Tuesday night. They weren't too busy and the outdoor seating looked nice. We were sat inside near the bar/kitchen area. The restaurant overall had a very quaint vibe, close seating and bright vibrant decor. Yellow was a primary color through most of the decor. I really loved the tree aesthetic that looked like an old tree that was growing from the corners of the rooms up the wall and across the ceiling. I wasn't able to catch our server's name however they were very well knowledgeable and gave great recommendations. We decided to do several apps versus getting individual meals as this restaurants theme is to have shareable plates. So many dishes, got the French and Turkish oven pita. Both were good and had different highlights. Loved the gold scissors provided to cut strips for sharing. Classic hummus which had to have been the smoothest hummus I've ever had. Zucchini Latkes were one of my favorite along with the Cauliflower. The seasoning on this was amazing, a bit sweet, and crispy outside. Crispy artichoke I could have done without. It was kinda like eating rice paper, odd texture. Had to try the baklava for dessert along with the pistachio cheesecake and the vanilla, mango and Nutella gelato. Nutella was my favorite. I'd keep on the short list next time I'm in the area.

I was craving Mediterranean food, and I went here on a whim because I had seen the sign and I love…read moreMediterranean food. I was really impressed by the presentation and the service. The food was phenomenal as well. We started with hummus that was served with a nice amount of pita bread. It was rich and creamy and balanced nicely with the olive oil drizzled in the center. I ordered the Mojito, which was delicious and refreshing on a hot Florida day. As my main dish, I ordered the beef platter with my sides of Greek salad and Angel rice. I was very impressed with the tenderness of the beef and the flavor of everything. We ended the afternoon with baklava. I enjoyed the flaky texture and crunch of the pistachios. You can't go wrong trying to sufrat when you are craving Mediterranean food.

It's Sunday afternoon, it's raining hard so I ordered for delivery. Got it in less than 30 minutes…read more I ordered for my parents and myself the following: -Greek Salad with grilled chicken, -chicken shawarma platter angel hair rice - Gyro platter with yellow rice. Also ordered a side of baba ghanouge (eggplant dip)and pita bread. Mom couldn't stop raving about how delicious everything was. The portions were plenty. This place is always a hit. Never disappoints.