Still love this place! I wrote a review a few months ago and I went today so thought I'd give an…read moreupdate. The spicy gyro is soooo good. They have a great deal with a half gyro, fries and drink for under $15.00. And the fries are awesome because they have a good crispiness. Today, the owners wife made cookies so I bought one and dang it was good! This neighborhood spot is small, no parking lot, and not a modern looking restaurant, but the food is great, price is super reasonable and the owner is always very nice. Come support these people!

Have been getting carryout gyros from Sam's for many years. They are simple but flavorful with…read moregenerous amount of meat and just the right amount of cucumber sauce. Now I am able to order takeout from the Yelp app, which makes ordering easier than a phone call. Also tried the fries for the first time and they were pleasingly crunchy. Don't be fooled by the modest interior decor. This place makes a great gyro sandwich.

Went for lunch on a beautiful day in Indy. What a surprise this was. I love Mediterranean food…read moreand this was hands down the best I've ever had. The ambiance is spectacular. The beautiful tile floors and the view of the canal is perfection. Our server was so nice. Excellent customer service. This was my first time there but I was with a local so when the waitress came up she said "Do you wanna start out with hummus & pita?" I figured it would be the ordinary hummus and pita....oh no ma'am. This was pita with marinated meat and the warmest pita on the planet. I enjoyed so much of it I couldn't eat the falafel when it came. I definitely wanna go back cause there's so many things on that menu that I would love to try. Hands-down the best Mediterranean food I've ever had.

We really liked our dinner experience at Canal Bistro! The vibes are awesome, huge shaded patio…read moreright along the canal with tons of patrons, and the service was very good. I would come back for that alone even to just sit and drink on a cool evening. Drinks were super good. We ordered the dolma, gyro platter, and shawarma platter Only reason I'm withholding a fifth star is I think the food is a bit overpriced for how good it is. It is good, but I've just had better Mediterranean food for less. The portions are big though, so you could share plates! It is worth a visit! We'll probably be back again

This was my first time trying Turkish coffee, and I absolutely loved it! For other first-time…read morevisitors, I recommend letting the coffee sit for about 30 seconds before taking a sip so the fine grounds can settle to the bottom. Also, don't stir it after it's served, as that will bring the grounds back up into the coffee. Be sure to leave the last sip or two in the cup, since that's where the grounds collect. The coffee itself was excellent, but I would recommend that servers explain these details to first-time customers or at least ask whether they've had Turkish coffee before. A little guidance would make the experience even better for newcomers. We also ordered the hummus as an appetizer, and it was fantastic. The naan was served warm, and the hummus tasted incredibly fresh and flavorful. It was the perfect way to start the meal. We also ordered The Bosphorus Special, a mixed grill platter featuring doner, kofte, chicken kebab, beef kebab, Adana kebab, and chicken Adana kebab, served with vegetables and white rice. Everything was absolutely delicious. The meats were cooked perfectly, tender, and packed with flavor. I'm so glad my significant other and I decided to share this entrée because the portion was very generous, and we still had plenty of leftovers to take home. While the service could have been a bit more attentive, it did not negatively impact our overall experience. After our food was served, our waitress did not check back to see how everything was or whether we needed anything additional. We also ended up with quite a few leftovers and requested to-go containers. Initially, only one small container was brought to the table, which required two additional follow-ups before we received enough containers for the remaining food. One suggestion I would offer is that, for tables ordering larger meals, it may be helpful for servers to proactively offer to box up leftovers as dishes are cleared. For just two people, our table became overcrowded rather quickly, especially with the generous portions. Since our waitress did not return after the food was served, it made managing the table and leftovers a little challenging. That said, we had a wonderful first experience overall. The food was outstanding, the portions were generous, and we look forward to coming back again in the future.

Came for lunch and was pleased with their lunch special, the gyro meat had great flavor and I…read moreordered the hummus as my side. The pita bread was the warmest, fluffiest, pita I've ever had. Would definitely order it again. I would've liked the baklava to have more honey on it so I'll be sure to ask if ordering it again.

I know this isn't Star Search, but humor me while I channel Ed McMahon for a minute and give Mama…read moreSaaj ... three-and-a-quarter stars! Mostly it's because Yelp doesn't do halfsies or fractions, so I'm rounding up to four stars. The baba ganoush was amazing, though. I could literally eat Mediterranean and/or Middle Eastern food every day, and mostly it's because of baba ganoush and flatbread. That eggplant dip is one of my favorite foods in this world. Mama Saaj has some great baba ganoush and decent pita to go along with it. I also got a side of falafel, which came with a little container of tahini. The falafel were just OK. They were dry, which was a shame. Perhaps they were fried a touch too long. But I made baba ganoush tacos with my falafel by wrapping everything up in a pita triangle. With a little baba ganoush to hydrate them, the falafel were pretty decent. The service was good, but I had to ask for a plate, even though homie saw me fighting for my life with a napkin as my makeshift plate. It's all good though, because he seemed friendly. Mama Saaj is located inside Saraga, and it's one of the few restaraunts in the market. There are lots of tables at which to sit, or you can easily get your food to go.

I'm not usually a big fan of lamb, but I was convinced to try the lamb skewers, and I'm so glad I…read moredid! They were incredibly juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. This dish comes with a Greek salad and rice, and the portion size was generous(I split it with another person). Highly recommend checking this place out! Very very good.

Solid four star option in the Garage Food Hall. I was there looking for a healthy lunch option and…read moredecided to give them a try because they didn't have a line. I thought that meant the service was fast, but boy was I wrong. On the flipside, my food was delicious and the value was high. Pros: - I got the falafel wrap which came with a side of fries for $12. The portion was enormous! - Everything was made to order and was really fresh. The falafel itself was very crispy on the outside and warm inside with great texture. - The fries were thick and seasoned well. Cons: - The wait time was a little out of hand. The individual working really tillytallied around and I was standing right there waiting. He didn't seem to care. I was the only one there and it took about 15 minutes. - They weren't able to give me a receipt which was annoying. - Some of the veggies on my wrap were so large it made it very difficult to eat. As in, 3 inch long slides of cucumber. Don't get me wrong, I would eat here again because the quality of the food was top tier!

I went to pick up my Yelp Indy elite squad perk at 4 Birds Bakery , and decided to grab some dinner…read morewhile I was at The Garage Food Hall. I decided to try some Greek food at Mama Fofos. The menu looked good, so I choose the falafel wrap with fries and a small house salad to go. The woman was very nice and professional when she took my order. It was a bit of wait because they were other orders ahead of me, but it took about 15-20 minutes to get my order. The presentation of the falafel wrap was nice, and it did taste very good. The small house salad was good, but not the best house salad I have ever had. For a Greek vendor, Mama Fofos was Ok and decent at The Garage Food Hall but I would not go back there unless I craved Greek food. The Garage Food Hall has other selections that are of higher quality that Mama Fofos. I'm not saying this to be mean, but the food was bland and lacked flavor and consistency. I feel I would be better off trying another vendor at The Garage Food Hall for lunch or dinner. That is my two cents worth. Hope it helps! Mama Fofos does have a nice ambiance to it, so I will give them props for the ambiance.

Marrakesh Moroccan Cuisine & Bar is a hidden gem in Indianapolis…read more From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by friendly, knowledgeable service, upbeat French music, and the warm glow of Moroccan lanterns that made the restaurant feel cozy and inviting. We all started with drinks, and my Marrakesh Old Fashioned was delightful with just the right hint of warm spice. One person at our table ordered the Moroccan coffee, and the presentation was next level. It arrived in a beautiful silver pot with elegant ceramic cups and a charming covered sugar dish. It was as much an experience as it was a cup of coffee. The star of the evening was the Agneaux à la Ferme. The lamb shank was unbelievably tender, literally falling off the bone, and the sauce with apricots and almonds was absolutely exquisite. Rich, savory, with just a touch of sweetness, it was one of those dishes you keep thinking about long after the meal is over. Our waiter even surprised us with a complimentary taste of the week's avocado and grapefruit ice cream, a thoughtful touch that perfectly capped off the evening. Beautiful atmosphere, outstanding food, impeccable service, and an experience we'll definitely be back for. Five stars.

What a fantastic experience! My realtor recommended Marrakesh Moroccan Cuisine if I had not tried…read moreit yet. I don't think I have ever had Moroccan food before, but everything was so good, I can't wait to come back! I ordered a small Moroccan Mint tea. I love mint tea, but this Moroccan Mint tea was exceptionally fantastic. I ordered the paella which was so flavorful and rich. I loved the mix of proteins and the use of peas in the paella. I also ordered the Spicefire drink with Mezcal which paired so well with the paella. I love grabbing dinner by myself and expected to be seated at the bar, as that is typically the standard of restaurants in Indy, but I was given the option of getting to sit at a table or a high top if I would prefer. I really appreciated being given this option and I chose a high top table. I also was grateful that the restaurant did a great job of marking which dishes are gluten free on their menu. My waitress was incredible and attentive even as the restaurant became packed and busy on a Friday night. I appreciated that she was able to give me recommendations for what I would enjoy and answered any questions I had. The restaurant is so well run, and there are so many things I am excited to try in the future!

We really liked the ambiance of the restaurant, as if we just arrived at Yemen. There were Yemeni…read morehistoric pictures on the wall. Two points I can't appreciate enough. First being a place for pray and second is privacy options for sisters who do niqab. Unfortunately, they were out of lamb mandi, the hostess suggested to try lamb haneeth instead, as it is similar with only different seasoning. The lamb was tender, the rice was flavorful and the dish was truly delicious. The hostess also provided us beef sharma with rice, despite it not being on the menu. They also serve lamb soup, which is probably derived while cooking the lamb.

It is a cool place but little chaotic on a busy day. The flavors are good but I felt it was little…read moreoverpriced. The area and parking lot can be very interesting.

Best kept secret of the West side! It's definitely hole-in-the-wally (aka inside of a grocery…read morestore), but their food is absolutely incredible and the staff is beyond kind. The place is very unassuming - walk up to the counter and order from the menu. We got chicken and lamb with a side of rice and salad. They also brought some fresh bread - I could eat that bread for days. So freaking good. Their lamb and chicken were so flavorful and tender, the meat was just falling off the bone. Very soft, rich in taste, and massive portion. I don't think I had better lamb before, and I've been to a good number of Middle Eastern restaurants in the U.S. And prices are reasonable. Definitely coming back again and bringing friends. What a find!

Inside the Mecca Market grocery store, tucked into the front left corner are four or five tables…read more Walk up to the window and look over the one menu lying on the table. Be sure to order the hummus which is a generous portion served with a lovely, chewy flat bread. It is garlicky, smooth and flavorful. We also had the chicken shawarma sandwich. Again, a large portion! Nicely-spiced meat. The falafel sandwich was great. Mild falafel with a hint of aromatic spice. Both sandwiches are served with fries (really good fries!!) and a garlic dipping sauce on the side.