For as long as I can remember, my family and I have been visiting this Mediterranean institution on…read morePolk Street. Afrah is THE place to be for Mediterranean food - before Greenville Ave became Arab central, before there was anyone, there was Afrah. A beautiful, airy restaurant with gorgeous seating, a bustling dessert case, ice cream center and so many treats to offer under one roof. Afrah is to the Muslim community in Richardson as a glove is to a hand. It truly is a one stop shop for all your nostalgic cravings, and it would be a grave injustice on my part if I didn't stop by here and sing praise to one of the most loved Mediterranean restaurants in the DFW area. We visited here recently for an iftar buffet experience and were very very happy with the food we got. The buffet line was running smoothly, from staff working diligently to hand everyone a tray with napkins, plates and cutlery already set for you. Waiters were going around the massive dining hall clearing plates, making sure everyone had what they needed, seating patrons and asking if everything tasted good. This establishment runs like a literal well oiled machine and I am so impressed. The food was as always out of this world. Carefully prepared menu that satisfies everyone's taste buds. A good selection of classic cold appetizers like the baba ghanoush, hummus, and variety of salads. Always including something unique for a typical Middle Eastern flare. Hot lentil soup available with bowls carefully placed in the vicinity. So many different types of kebabs and freshly made hot pita bread being replaced like clockwork. The buffet had many of my favorite classics like Shawarma meat, beef kebab, chicken kebab. Lamb, chicken stew, baked chicken, everything was present in abundance. They even had salmon which I deeply appreciated as a seafood lover. My only complaint is the food wasn't hot enough which can be annoying with a buffet that is serving so many people during a busy time like Ramadan. Everything tasted absolutely phenomenal and when I returned for dessert, I was greeted with six different types of sweets from all over the world. That's the thing about this place. There's always something for everybody. The dining hall was bustling with not just Muslim patrons, but also a lot of American white patrons who equally enjoy the food here as much as we do. Inclusions of dishes like shrimp pasta, fried fish, chocolate mousse, and other fan favorites is a humble nod to non-Arab customers who love to frequent this place as much as we do. If you are looking for a quality Mediterranean experience look no further than this long-standing Mediterranean Haven. Thank you for nourishing the community.

I love this place! The bread with hummus alone is simply great. The tea with mint....heaven. We'll…read morewait a minute the Chocolate mouse with pistachio topping g is heaven! The environment is very nice and great for small and larger groups. The service is very good and attentive and will explain any menu items if need be.

Delicious and the woman running it was so kind. I had the chicken shawarma wrap and added feta…read morecheese. The grilled onions on it were amazing, the whole thing was so flavorful. I also got pita bread and hummus and pistachio baklava. It was all delicious and very reasonably priced. She gave me a container of baklava to go for free! Very nice. I'll be back!!

Small bakery / grill serving up both Mediterranean and Middle East dishes with traditional recipes…read more In an older shopping plaza along Parker Road, with limited free parking, and a modest but nice dining room. Most customers prefer takeout. A small assortment of cooking needs for Mediterranean dishes lines 1 wall of the lobby. Besides food items, Ladies has treats & confections and bite-size baklava!

We visited Andalous Buffet today for their Ramadan special menu, and I was honestly shocked by all…read morethe new items they added. The service was on point -- even with a full house, the team kept the buffet fresh and well‑stocked the entire time. I've tried a few nearby buffets, but nothing comes close to Andalous.

To start, i did not eat here. I came with a group of friends for a birthday get together. When…read moreyou walk up to pay, i asked for a drink. The young woman said "it's a buffet" yes, but i just want a drink. She said i could have water. Seriously, there is no button on the register for just a drink? So i had water-glad not to give them my money at that point. My friends all enjoyed the food so if you like that type of fare, it was good according to them.

Delicious fast casual restaurant inside the Sara's Market and Bakery making kabob plates and wraps…read more Very fresh food cooked right in front of you and 4 stools available to eat in. Steak kabobs are made with filet mignon cuts! The grill makes lots of specials like Lamb Loin and Wagyu beef. The deserts are made in house and they even make a baklava with cheese called warbat. Incredible Dallas gem so good I kinda don't even want to share.

Living in Dallas, Texas, has its perks!! Our family seeks out new cultural experiences (grocery…read morestores, food & events) to learn more about the world outside our own. This was a fabulous adventure! We took a few hours to visit Sarahs Market and ate lunch at their S Grill. The market is very small, but every inch of its space is very special. First, we found our way to the back corner and sat at a tiny countertop with only 4 chairs. The counter faces an open top grill, and you're able to talk/ watch the chefs make the food. The menu is limited and pricey! We ordered one steak kabob ($26.00). The steak was served medium rare, very juicy, on top of a long rice (similar to rice pasta), and it was coated in a delicious seasoning completely unfamiliar to us. It came with roasted tomatoes & purple onion. You can select from several sides, we picked the hummus. It was a huge portion, enough for 2 people. The chef was so pleased to have us and was very impressed that we were there to learn. He gave us many "generous" sized samples of the sides and sauces they offered. Everything was made in-house, from scratch with fresh ingredients from their grocery store. It was a wonderful experience! The bakery aspect of this location is a small glass display case full of sweets, like macaroons, cheesecake baklava, and more. Most of them were new to us. The pastry chef gave us a few samples that had us buying a bunch to take home, lol. We strolled through the grocery store part of the market before leaving and bought a few items we already enjoyed. The difference was buying things that are made in-house, like pita bread. You can definitely see, smell, and taste the difference. A FIVE STAR review for their authenticity, hospitality, and delicious fresh food. If you're in the area you've got to try the Grilled Kabobs.

One of my favorite Mediterranean places in Plano! I usually get the chicken shwarma sandwich combo…read morew/ baba ghanoush and falafel bites! Baba ghanoush and falafel bites are always fresh and flavorful! Service is typically really fast and efficient.

A girl walks up to an old strip mall...and she wonders how the restaurant will look once she walks…read morethrough the threshold of the door. And to her surprise - it's quite nice. It was clean, simple decor but tasteful, and plenty of room to sit about 40 people. I was there to meet someone for lunch, and it was her suggestion to meet at Board Bites. I was told it's a family owned Mediterranean restaurant. And I will say, the person who took our order was very engaged with us and truly nice. It did have a family feel while I was there. And everyone cared about my experience. I ordered the chicken shawarma bowl and it was very tasty. I'm that girl who likes dressing, and the sauce on my bowl was the perfect amount to not overwhelm the bowl. We were the first customers, but within minutes, the restaurant filled up. That speaks volumes to me about the food. I will definitely go back and try something new next time.

Hands downs the best restaurant in Arlington!! If you're ever at an event around the entertainment…read moredistrict you gotta stop by there!!!

We recently tried Prince lfor takeout, and it was fantastic from start to finish. The ordering…read moreprocess was easy, the food was ready quickly, and everything was fresh and delicious. The staff was very friendly. The chicken shawarma sandwich was excellent, and the fries were perfectly cooked. The falafel sandwich was truly outstanding--crispy, flavorful, and one of the best we've had. We also couldn't resist the baklava, which tasted wonderfully authentic and was the perfect sweet ending to the meal. Beyond the food, we love the down-to-earth atmosphere and the fact that it's family-owned. You can tell there's a lot of pride and care put into both the food and the customer experience. We're lucky to have such a great Lebanese restaurant in the neighborhood and will definitely be back!

It has been a long time since I have been to Alwadi. I used to live in Bedford and came here often…read more I am happy to report, it is just as good as I remembered. The food was fresh and tasty. The service friendly, and the prices are still very good. Also the portions are plentiful. The kabob dinner comes with three skewers in top of sauteed veggies, rice, and a salad. The dressing was a bit thin today and ran off the lettuce but it is tasty. We also ordered the hummus and the texture was spot on. I have never come for the lunch buffet, but I need to put it on the list of things to do.

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.