Unfortunately I have not been down here in years, but I make it a point to stop in whenever I am…read moreand today I was lucky enough to not only see the owner in person but also to have a fabulous gyro sandwich which is much better than I remember it to be. My girlfriend had the pomegranate eggplant stew she swears by it. Clearly the fresh made naan is a "must have" with EVERYTHING!!!

Aladdin has been around for as long as I can remember. My dad used to drive by it when I was a kid,…read moreand I always wondered about it. Now as an adult, I have a free will and love coming here for mediterranean food whenever I am in the area. Many options, and the food comes out fresh, made to order. I just took my boyfriend here and he is shocked that he didn't try this place sooner. I ordered the lamb gyro plate while he got the lamb kabob. Both taste great! The lamb kabob was very juicy. Our sides consisted of caramelized onion hummus, creamy pasta, cucumber salad, roasted cauliflower, and tabouli. All were very good, especially the hummus. Their pita bread is so soft, probably the best pita bread in Houston! Really made the hummus even better.

Went to Maryz Mediterranean on a double date and really enjoyed it! I ordered the Kafta Kabob Plate…read morewith grilled shrimp, which came with salad and hummus, and the food was really good. I also had a raspberry lemon drop with tequila that I enjoyed. We sat out on the covered patio since the group wanted hookah. The atmosphere was nice, although whatever was flying around out there ate me UP. I left with about 6 bites. My only little disappointment was the garlic sauce I ordered. I'm pretty sure I received the yogurt, cucumber & mint sauce instead, and I was really looking forward to that garlicky goodness lol. Overall though, I'd definitely go back. Next time I might just bring my own garlic sauce!

UPDATE...I have been eating here since they opened their doors decades ago and this is my second…read morereview, with my first review stating I have NEVER had anything here that was not delicious!! Their food is always fresh and the flavors are always exactly what you are looking for, YUMMY! I have recently been released from the hospital, after major surgery with instructions to eat a high protein, high fiber diet and all I could think about was Mary'z food. The chicken sharwma sandwich, hummus, tabouli, yogurt/cucumber salad, grape leaves, olives, turnips and hot fresh pita bread felt like a gift from heaven to my body. In recent years my husband and I always call in our order and pick it up; it is always exactly right and still hot when we get home, even though we live about 15 minutes away. And although I have actually never been inside, after their gorgeous remodel, my husband says it is lovely. Mary'z has never disappointed me and this time she is actually giving me strength and drive to heal and get well. So one day I can actually go inside to experience their beautiful decor. Thank you Mary'z for being a delcious and dependable restaurant! A MUST visit in Houston!! CD

I love coming here for a Lebanese style breakfast. Everything always tasted delicious. The service…read moreis always amazing and the atmosphere feels welcoming.

Solid Lebanese food, it's been on my list of places to try, one of the benefits of living in the…read moreculture-diverse Houston! We were greeted pretty quickly when we walked in, when ready, just order at the counter. The We're Dough breakfast spread was okay but nothing too special. The two knockouts that everyone agreed were excellent were the Akkawi cheese fluffy kaak (street bread with cheese and sesame seeds), and the lahme bil ajiin (puff pastry with beef and pine nuts). The cardamom tea was kinda meh, I was hoping it would be something homebrewed, but it was just a grocery store-bought teabag in hot water. Come here for the bakery items, I'm definitely re-ordering the fluffy kaak with cheese and lahme bil ajiin!

I came here for dinner and was pleasantly surprised by the food. The inside was cold, so we opted…read moreto sit outside on the large patio. It did get a little hot after a while, but there was a slight breeze. I'm closer to Abdallah's, which is also Lebanese, but I'm happy I tried it. Of all the times driving down Washington Ave. I haven't noticed it. Probably because Laurenzo's next door has a huge, bright and green neon sign. It was pretty empty on a Sunday night after watching a few NFL games nearby with friends. We shared the mixed grill platter for two to try a variety of their meatsof. It came with 2 sides, so we chose French fries and baba ganoush. I love potatoes and eggplant. We enjoyed both sides. The baba ganoush was great paired with the warm pita. I like that they give you a basket with a good amount of smaller ones rather than one large pita. The platter also came with a side of rice. It was standard, nothing fancy but good with the meats. We preferred the chicken and pork tenderloin over the kafta, which they gave 2 of. I liked the garlicky toum sauce they had and the roasted onions, tomatoes and jalapeño. We had ordered a couple cocktails - one with lavender and one with hibiscus. I enjoyed my hibiscus one with gin. Overall, I enjoyed the food and service. They also offer hookah. I would definitely come back here again, but next time we'll just order the pork tenderloin grill or chicken.

The first time I had Maryz years ago everything tasted frozen so I never went back…read more A friend was here the other day and assured me the food is fresh, no frozen, so I gave them another try. I had Dolma and octopus and both were AMAZING!! The two apps and a house glass of wine came to $30. Service was non existent. I ordered at the counter and no one ever actually came to our table, but, it's a hookah spot. So no one really wants constant interruption. I'll be back!

Craft Pita, there are many reasons to come here. Food is good of course…read more And if you cook, there is a wealth of cookbooks to read while dining. You order at the counter, grab a number, and your meal comes to you.

I tried their hummus plate, which was okay. The hummus was pretty average, and I thought the beef…read morewas not anything special. The ingredients did taste somewhat fresh, but it was really expensive for the quantity and quality.

The grilled chicken with the sauce is a must!! So juicy and flavorful! The hummus is great also!…read moreThis is a restaurant with no frills. You come for the food. The parking lot is a little hard to find a spot at. Service can be slow but it's understandable, it takes time to grill the meat.

The food was good but a little overpriced for the quality and amount. We ordered the mixed grill…read moreand shared between us. It was really just alright... Service was fine. The restaurant was extremely hot in there. Not sure if their A/C was out or if that's just how it is. I would give this place another try sometime when I'm in the area.

I was very hesitant to try this place since I'm not usually a big fan of Mediterranean food, but…read moreI'm so glad I did. It completely changed my perspective! The concept is great, it's a fast, cafeteria-style setup that makes ordering quick and easy without sacrificing quality. The food was fresh, flavorful, the portions were very generous, and the Persian salad was especially delicious. Overall, it's an easy 10/10. I'd definitely recommend giving it a try, even if Mediterranean food isn't usually your first choice!

The lamb shank is so good. I love the variety of food also…read more The other day I came by after work and was having a frustrating day and they were so patient and sweet. Great service.

I hosted a baby shower at Cafe Petra on Saturday, April 25, 2026, and overall had a great…read moreexperience. I booked the event back in February and worked with Muhanad Rantawi, who made the entire planning process smooth and easy. On the day of the event, the two servers assigned to us were absolutely phenomenal. They helped with setup and were attentive in serving food and drinks to our guests throughout the event. The space itself was clean, cute, and cozy--perfect for an intimate gathering. The food was delicious as well. Although we didn't receive the rice we had ordered, they made up for it by providing extra pita. One challenge was that the AC wasn't working, but the staff handled it as best as they could by bringing out a large kitchen fan to help keep guests comfortable. Overall, it was a wonderful experience. I would definitely use them again for catering and would consider hosting another event there in the future.

Went here last night and it was absolutely filthy. We had driven pretty far to try this place so we…read moresettled for one of the less offensive tables that just had sticky residue on it. Service was mediocre with us having to wait a long time to put our order in because the one server that was there was busy chatting with some woman who was making a togo order after we had been seated. The food was hit or miss with the highlights being the lentil soup and garlic dip.The moussaka seemed like it came premade from the store which was disappointing. The bathroom was absolutely disgusting and they put a toilet seat that is too small on the toilet so good luck if you need to sit down... Also I spent the entire night unable to sleep well with indigestion and my wife has had to run to the restroom all night and all morning. Overall I don't think we will return due to the grossness...

Can't miss out on this extremely quaint place tucked in a shopping center…read more Staff is so kind and amazing. Everything we have ordered, even to go, has just been wonderful and authentic.

It pains me to give this 3 star rating, because I absolutely love their beef shawarma platter. It's…read moremy go-to dish, and when I crave Mediterranean food, this place comes first to mind. We have a young child, so we opt for takeout most of the time. Today, I got off of work early, so my husband and I wanted to dine-in child-free. We arrived close to the end of lunch hour. We saw the sign advertising for the chef combo, which I wanted to order after perusing the menu. The waitress was not friendly. Her demeanor and tone were not customer centric. She said I couldn't order the chef combo anymore. I told her it wasn't 3 yet. She said that they ran out of sides, so it wasn't an option. The message was fine, but the delivery was rude. I picked something else and was confirming what it came with, and rather than point me in the right direction, she went back and forth with me. My husband has worked in the restaurant business and was shocked at the interaction. I wanted to order an alcoholic beverage, but after the negative interaction, I opted to leave it at food only. I didn't want to stay longer than needed. I wish I could give this place a higher review, but I'm going to go back to take out if I come back. I'll think twice about dining here again.