Great food, great service, friendly people, warm environment. I love the falafel subs, but everything on the menu is great.

I ordered a Lamb Shawarma platter today.. I don't know what I received but it certainly was not what I ordered!! What happened! So very Disappointed read more

Five Boroughs Restaurant - Mediterranean Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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We wanted a taste of New York! I got what I needed from that perfectly cooked slice of pizza. We ended up being their last customers for the evening and they still gave us great service. Good price on the food as well. The music was nice and low for you to be able to have a conversation. I know for a fact I'll back soon. read more

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Is this place even open? Or closed permanently? Two days in a row I've stopped by and it was closed. No signs

Extremely disappointed with the service at this location. I came in specifically for the lunch special (2 slices and a drink) and requested sausage. The chef flatly refused to make a sausage pizza for the special, telling me I could only choose between pepperoni or Meat Lovers. To make matters worse, choosing the Meat Lovers meant paying an extra $2.00. This kind of inflexibility is a dealbreaker for me. I will not be returning. read more

I've ate here a few times the pizza is good but the last couple times I've ordered the pizza it had barley and sauce almost burnt or maybe the pizza was just old idk but it was nasty and I threw it out disappointed because I've put a lot of people on to this spot and it's not living up to the hype read more

I popped in for lunch and had the chicken shawarma salad. The portion was huge and it was delicious! I'd ask to omit the pickles in the future, but everything else was fantastic! There are tables, but it's a very casual restaurant, so I think it is better for takeout than staying to eat. read more

Five Boroughs Restaurant - Chicken Shawarma Salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Cool spot! I always wants to try the location in Portsmouth, but I never did even though I live in Portsmouth. I will now go in there when I'm craving this food. I'm also eager to try their pizza! I ordered the falafel pita, and was told I could get fries & a drink for the same price as just the pita. I was hesitant at first, because I'm trying not to eat fried foods, but the fries were SO GOOD. I'm glad I had them. I will definitely return here again, and I am eager to try their hummus! read more

Five Boroughs Restaurant - Menu - Mediterranean Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Very very surprised that we enjoyed our food so much! This place is a definite hole in the wall that deserves more attention than it gets, and the reviews reflect how good the food is here. Got the chicken sandwich lunch combo for only $10, and I wasn't expecting to completely devour it like I did. The crispy fries were also super good! I rate it 8/10, I did ask for no condiments and my sandwich came out with both ketchup and mayo which is why I took off one star. My bf got the chicken gyro combo for $10 and he didn't say a word because he was busy chowing down. I tried a bite and next time I'm back I'll get that! 9/10 The dining room was very clean but boring, it can use some decorum and welcoming vibes! The cashier was super nice and helped us make up our minds on what to order because there's such a wide variety of types of foods; burgers, subs, pizza, gyro, shawarma, baklava, etc. We will be back! Overall a 9/10 experience :) read more

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Been reading the reviews and wanting to try them for years and we finally ordered here. Since everything is halal, we ordered the pepperoni pizza, lamb shawarma plate and baklava. I like the crust and the sauce on the pizza. Wish there's more pepperoni on it since it's rather on the 'thin' side but the 'large' pizza was really large and enough for at least 4 adults. The lamb shawarma was good although I thought they forgot the pita bread so I finished off the rice and lamb and only found the pita in the bag with the cutlery. The baklava for me was the best. Maybe I was bias because I've been craving for baklava since Ramadan or maybe they were they good. On the higher end since it cost $6 for 3 small pieces. read more

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Best choice! Just here for a few days and found Five Boroughs. Thank you for your kindness in greeting me when I came to pick up my order and gifting me a bottle of water while I waited. This gave me a chance to watch the two chefs. One making delicious looking pies and the other working on wraps and pitas. My Falafel Combo was so amazing! It disappeared before my eyes and I couldn't take a photo. Topped it off with a lamb kebab which was flavorful and grilled just right! I can't wait to come back read more

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My friend and I stopped in for lunch last week, craving falafel and grape leaves. We were not disappointed! We will definitely be back. This is your new go-to spot for this type of comfort food. And the grape leaves were perfect. The price doesn't break the bank, the service is quick, professional, and kind. We truly appreciated this reliable local staple- Five Boroughs rocks! read more

Five Boroughs Restaurant - Falafel Pita Combo - Mediterranean Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I lived in Aboud 30 years ago. Their food is always fresh reminded me of my time there I wholeheartedly recommend this place to anyone looking for authentic Palestinian cuisine in New York pizza. read more

Food: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Ambiance: 10/10 My friend if I can give everyone in this establishment hugs and kisses for how delicious their food is, I absolutely would. read more

Five Boroughs Restaurant - 5 Boroughs Mixed Kabob Platter - Mediterranean Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Food was horrible. Ordered fried and baked chicken dinner with potatato salad, collard greens and mac and cheeese. Everything tasted bad.

Ordered this for takeout and it was bad bad bad. The chicken kebab was super over cooked and some of the pieces were like trying to gnaw through wood. The hummus was very salty and the olive oil drizzle was super bitter. Barely choked down 1 bite of it. The pizza reminded me of what the school cafeteria served on Fridays - stale cracker crust, sugary tomato sauce, rubbery bland cheese. My husband had a chicken pita and said the sauce was the only element that had flavor. I don't understand the hype. read more

As an Egyptian-American who grew up in NYC, this cusine is my comfort food. Five boroughs has the best falafel in town, probably the best I've had since my mom's. Just like the original in Portsmouth, this location serves up excellent middle eastern street food. Definitely recommend you check them out! read more

Five Boroughs Restaurant - Falafel pita - Mediterranean Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Food is good, the price is reasonable and the service is quick. The location that i always go to is in Ghent area of Norfolk and the dine in area is very homie! Never had a bad experience the ambiance is relaxed read more

Run of mill pizza by slice place nothing exceptional. For slices Del Vecchios down by ODU is a better bet.

This little restaurant is located in Ghent right off of Colley and I finally gave it a try the other day. I was really craving some shawarma and knew this place had good reviews so decided to try out a spicy lamb shawarma wrap. I didn't know that spicy was an option when I looked at the menu but the owner asked me if I wanted it spicy and I said sure! Not only was the wrap great but it was so well priced for its size! The lamb was also tender which I appreciated because I've been to several places where it's overdone/dry. The wrap had some sort of spicy sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles (first time having that in shawarma but it was a great add on) in it. I'm so glad I found a good shawarma place near by because I haven't seen many in Ghent. I wish I had tried this place sooner since it's so close to me and look forward to going back! read more

Five Boroughs Restaurant - Wrap Shawarma (spicy lamb) - Mediterranean Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Really nice staff. I tried the falafel combo for lunch and it was really good. The fries are really good too. I wish the serving size was a little bigger because I'm a fat guy who can eat a lot, but then again it probably shouldn't be. They could use a little bit of interior decorating but the food speaks for itself. read more

I really liked this place. I enjoyed their sharma , loved their calzone and pizza . Stopped by today to grab another calzone. I don't know if it's just a thing nowadays or if I'm a nut , but if your cleaning and wearing the gloves you prep food with either wash your hands or change your gloves. Standing there watching for A sec I didn't want to say anything I just left. , if that's how they do things and that's normal for folks then know they have good food. For me it's a little off putting I won't be coming back. I hope they give the calzone to someone who would enjoy it. read more

Not NY but is a good pizza !! Recommend regular sauce. The guys behind the counter very polite good service!! read more

Five Boroughs Restaurant - Pepperoni pie regular sauce - Mediterranean Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Have been here twice now and love the food and people! The flavor reminds me exactly of halal New York street food so much, I love it! Their hummus is amazing and the servings, presentation and quality of food is worth the price. New favorite spot on Colley! Recommending this place to all my friends! read more

Five Boroughs Restaurant - Mediterranean Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Ordered delivery for the first time. Food was great. Pizza and a swarma platter. Very flavorful pizza and the platter was great also. I would highly recommend read more

My friends and I stopped here to grab some slices on our roadtrip. Ordering was easy. The pizza slices are a great size. We each got the 2 slices and drinks. Crust was thin and crispy. I was not a fan of the sauce. It's sweeter than I like but it wasn't horrible. read more

We've ran, walked and driven by this place for 2 years now and finally ordered using Uber eats. My only disappointment is in how long it took us to finally try it out. Legit NY style pizza! Just enough sauce, thin crust with just enough crunch to be excellent! Lots of cheese and good amount of toppings. Fold the huge slices in half and it's like you just bought some in NY City! We got a half pepperoni/ half cheese and a veggie pizza. Also got the wings. I mean I really enjoyed them for the wings they were...from a NY style PIZZA and shawarma joint. I thought they were great! If I was looking for the best wings in town Id go to a wing joint. But next time I want wings when I order pizza I'd certainly get these again. Going to have to try the Mediterranean food sometime soon! Oh last note we got the two specialty pizzas, wings, garlic knots (missing from order but Uber took care of it) and 2l soda. Waaaaay too much food for my family of 5 lol! Excellent though! read more

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UPDATE (3/19/19): Ali B (owner) messaged me in response to my initial review; he asked me to return for a dine-in lunch where he "guaranteed my time and experience will be much better than last time." So, I went back today with a friend; I paid for his chicken pita combo since Ali insisted that my repeat meal (chicken shawarma, falafel and drink) was complimentary! Thanks man. Female cashier was friendly and helped my coworker decide. Food was prepared accurately, fresh and in 5 minutes. The chicken pita ($9) was mammoth and tasted good; fries were cooked to the perfect golden brown texture. Since I'm not a hummus fanatic (like my wife and youngest daughter), I should have requested it be put in a container and not directly under the entire bed of lettuce. Still, I enjoyed the hefty portion. Falafel plating presented nicely, served heat hot and tasted pretty good; we both liked the flavorful red sauce served with it that packed a nice kick of heat! That said, we both agreed Mr Shawarma still holds bragging rights for falafel, sauce variety/innovation, and the novelty of selecting your preferred amount of choice toppings while seeing the meal take shape in front of you. Still, I think 5Bs may have the slight edge in price, rounding out the visit at a solid 4/5, easily bumped from a 3.75/5 because of the reassurance provided by the owner's message and follow-up gesture; it shows he cares about his customers and their experiences which only means this place will likely continue to improve! Thanks Ali B! I'll be curious to try the pizza they're going to start offering beginning early next month (April 2019). FIRST VISIT (3/4/19): Mediterranean fast food spot, next to Verizon store on Colley and 21st St, with subtle New York City touches and Halal food practices ("permissible" by Islamic law, no pork). There's a small, shared lot outside and 2 distinct indoor spaces: dining room and order counter/kitchen. A bit odd but bright and clean with simple contemporary decor: light gray walls, dark gray vinyl/leather seats, and NYC art (glass wall etchings, clock and canvas prints all depicting city staples - maps, scapes, landmarks). Seating exists at 6 four-top tables (paper towels on each) and a few high chairs floating around, too. On order approach, I personally enjoyed the spinning Shawarma wheel (of fortune) in plain sight (a la NYC). Employee greeted me and offered some suggestions. As a Mr Shawarma faithful, I told him it was my first visit and that he had a tall task of converting me, especially since Avi (Mr. S) makes the best falafel around. He didn't budge when I hinted at a FREElafel sample, so I bought a chicken shawarma salad and small falafel side (4 pc) for $16.70 - high price point for typical drunk undergraduate street food, which can also be said for a recent price increase at Mr Sharma's but I like supporting community minded business owners! Wall menu salad price was $8.95 but rang up for $9.95, as on the print menu. Also, when asked by the cashier and chef 1, I requested spicy sauce on the side. At prep, Chef 2 asked me if I wanted spicy sauce. Neither are deal breakers, just indicative of 2 process kinks that could improve. Ultimately waited 10 minutes from payment to food delivery in an otherwise empty restaurant. Salad looked and smelled good but amounted to a 3.5/5. A healthy amount of chicken (yay) with cilantro BUT unwelcome heaping hummus hills hu (better word play attempt is there somewhere) beneath iceberg lettuce, a quartered unripe tomato slice, and 3 pickle slices. It presented NOTHING like the example pic on the menu (blanched baby kale, red cabbage, cucumbers, etc). Falafel? It was OVER...priced and cooked. Not terrible but NO threat to Mr Shawarma's, IMHO. read more

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Just wasn't worth the money. The pizza wasn't very good. The place was dirty. Not a fan. Don't plan to return.

I'm avidly making my way through my 757 restaurant bucket list, and starting in the neighborhood with Norfolk. I've driven past 5 Boroughs countless times - it's unassuming exterior is deceiving, as it delivers one-of-a-kind Middle Eastern and Halal cuisine which is hard to come by in this area. Got the Chicken Shawarma platter to-go and a few takeaways: -Pita was dry, plain, a bit stale - but, nothing a little hummus couldn't fix -Hummus was good, hints of lemon -Rice was fluffy and buttery -Chicken Shawarma stole the show. I would've loved the tahini drizzle except it was thick and congealed (I blame the takeout on this one) but reminiscent of eating peanut butter on my chicken. Would get it on the side, next time. Of course my fiancé had to throw in a side of fries, which I didn't even bother snapping a picture of. They were evidently frozen beforehand and tasted like bowling alley fries (not complaining, though ) Would I go again? Probably not voluntarily, but if a friend wanted to meet up, then sure, or was in search of some good Halal food, then yes - I'd recommend it. read more

Five Boroughs Restaurant - Chicken Shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

It's always a plus to find a decent Halal spot as we are traveling. The service was pleasant and welcoming and the food even better. 5 Boroughs is a nice gem in the city of Norfolk. We will definitely be back on our next visit. I'm adding the wings to my order next time. read more

Ordered a cheese pizza from here for the first time tonight. It was so good! Perfect cheese to sauce ratio. The sauce had a little spice to it, which I enjoy and the crust is perfectly crispy and chewy. Will be back soon! read more

Five Boroughs Restaurant - 18" cheese pizza - Mediterranean Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Amazing pizza, great service and the lamb chop sub is very flavorful, tables also if you are dining in read more

Great food made- to- order . Well worth the short wait. I tried one of the great sandwiches.

Food was absolutely delicious and plentiful! Definitely get the lamb platter! Hummus is spectacular! Plus they have pizza!

Super clean, super quick, super good place to stop on a Friday night for dinner. We are in the error of social distancing so the line was short and everyone kept their space clear. Three to go orders...one Philly cheese steak, one lamb shawarma wrap and me a shawarma platter. The lamb perfectly seasoned. Purple cabbage, lettuce, tomatoes, onions and dill pickles round out the main course nicely. I love the homemade hummus. Rice was buttery and good-nice additional texture for the shawarma. Gotta try the pizza next. read more

Five Boroughs Restaurant - Lamb shawarma with rice and hummus. - Mediterranean Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Really good portion sizes for $10ish dishes, but definitely not a date place, as it's tres casual. Food was fresh and tasty, probably good for take out too if you don't want to sit at one of their 4 tables. read more

The chicken cheesesteak is worth trying once but I personally wouldn't have it again. The cheesesteaks were good but not great. They just weren't quite how a cheesesteak should be. You know, thin slices of chicken saute'ed with peppers, onions, and mushroom and LOADED with provolone on a hoagie roll. Fries: No complaints Bread: very fresh and nicely grilled but more along the lines of a sweet bread Meat: chunked chicken and bland Cheese, mayo, and toppings: barely existent and again chopped I have had several other entrees here and the name definitely describes the cuisine selection for sure. The mixed kabob meal is to die for if you like chicken, beef, lamb, and hummus and it's priced about right. read more

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Absolutely amazing. Great customer service food was delicious.. very friendly great atmosphere read more

Five Boroughs Restaurant - Shawarma Platter Combo - Mediterranean Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Very difficult to find proper Middle Eastern food in Hampton roads area, but this hits the spot! The staff is friendly and speak Arabic. read more