After living in the Middle East for decades, this restaurant is the closest in authenticity and the…read moreflavors I would expect in Lebanon/Palestine. It's delicious! The staff also offers the same personable service one would experience in the Middle East. They offer suggestions to the novice and indulge the connoisseur. Plus, I've used them for catering, for a more exotic flair, at an event. The guests raved about the taste. Jafra's location is hidden, making it feel like you've found a secret indulgence. It's a quiet location perfect for a tete a tete or a family gathering, where you feel wrapped in the experience. My husband will tell you, the only draw back is the price. It's not crazy expensive, but not cheap. But no matter what my husband says... it's worth every penny for delicious, exotic flavors that leave me satisfied, everytime. My husband too. LOL

We stopped in here based on Yelp reviews, we regretted promptly and sat immediately…read more I really wanted a grilled meat platter from a Mediterranean place. Typically, they have gyro meat on it from the places that I usually get them from. This place does not, it had four chunks of chicken, four pieces of shrimp, four chunks of steak and a ground lamb kabob We also got the beef shawarma plate, and the intention was me and my husband were going to share everything Along with the hummus, they served pickled vegetables. The hummus was probably the best hummus I've ever had in my entire life. The food itself, the meat portion was very good. The rice had zero flavor and it was a very large portion of rice. I feel for the pricing, we didn't get as much meat as I have in other Mediterranean places. I loaded a updated menu photo. They have a lot to choose from. I guess if you eat the rice, she would walk out of there very full. But most of the time when I get a grilled meat platter, we have food to take home. That was not the case here.

Went for dinner. The owners are so kind. The service was amazing. Waiter made recommendations &…read morewas very careful with our allergy issues. The manti (dumplings) were amazing. Would not order the burger again- just a burger & there are many other options. Cute space, clean & well lit & decorated

Super friendly and quick service…read more Authentic atmosphere and menu through and through. A small wine selection but of unique origins. I'd recommend the Iskender (beef & lamb with a yogurt & tomato purée/sauce).

Fantastic food, reasonable prices, and great staff with consistent service. Our go-to choice for…read moreMediterranean cuisine.

Beef Shawarma was wrapped in a tortilla, not a pita, no tomatoes or pickles or onions as stated and…read morethe beef was pretty much tasteless and was also tough. Also ordered a Turkish salad which was supposed to be fresh tomatoes and cucumbers, and got this weird red sauce. Instead of tomatoes they actually used ketchup. It was all about inedible. I try to support local businesses but this was just awful. I should have known when I walked in and nobody was in the dining room.

What a cute little find! I was impressed as soon as I entered the door. It was so tasteful…read moredecorated with Turkish items and music. As soon as we sat down, the waitress brought us bottled water and complimentary soup. There is no physical menu so we scanned the QR code to find out what is offered. The offering is not very huge, but it is full of unusual items that we have never tried before. We ordered Labnah for appetizer, which is Turkish bread with yogurt based dipping sauce. It was super tasty. My husband and I both ordered lamb dishes. They came with lots of sides. For the amount of food we got and the quality of the dishes, this is very reasonably priced. It is in the south Grand area so there is only street parking but we found a spot that is just about one minute walk away. Very highly recommended.

This was fine. Not spectacular, not bad. I got their appetizer trio. I didn't like the bread. It…read morewas pretty dense and thick. Wished it was going to be a pita. The dips were fine. The actual hummus was my favorite. It had a nice richness that was mellowed by how creamy it was. The babaganoush wasn't my favorite. Honestly, just a touch more salt would've saved it i think. The interior is fun paired with a nice patio. Definitely a fun spot to go hang with friends at! Some of the entrees look quite compelling so perhaps i need to get back in to try those. Service was nice. It was just take out, so not much attention required for me

I went with a girlfriend for dinner over a month ago and I'm still thinking about these dumplings…read more The only tiny critique we have, we were there on a Saturday around 730/8, they don't seem to have a good queue system. What I witnessed, was my cell number was typed into what appeared to be a personal cell, as opposed to a wait system, and then we never got called/ texted. We were watching the people in front of us get tables, then we asked if our name got lost, and immediately got sat. After that, 0 comments, food came out at a reasonable time. My eyes kept being drawn to these dumplings, usually I'm a low carb kind of person, so I was leaning towards the kebabs. But these dumplings kept calling my name. The sauce was so good. Creamy with a hint of dill, refreshing, with the savory ground beef inside. I definitely finished my plate and left the rice for leftovers. I can't wait to take my boyfriend back and get the dumplings again! My friend also really enjoyed her shrimp curry, I got to try a taste, the sauce was also delightful.

Our little supper club came in for dinner on Saturday. They do not take reservations but the wait…read morewas worth it. Our party got there a little before 6. We waited around 20-30 minutes to get a table to accommodate the 7 people in our party. We stood around by the entrance while we waited. When we were finally seated, they put us on the second dining room which has a better ambiance and much more quieter than the main dining room. Someone brought us a pitcher of water which fell slightly short of giving all 7 of us full glasses. Some of us ordered their lemonade mix. I had the one with pomegranate which tasted fresh and made in house. We shared 3 different appetizers: babaganoush, hummus and saksuka. They brought us a basket of naan. They were huge and still warm. The only thing I would have asked for would have been that the naans be cut into smaller pieces so people are not touching naans that others will have to eat. Our appetizers were all excellent. The babaganoush, specifically has fantastic flavors. This might have been the best babaganoush I have ever tasted! For my entree, I ordered the lamb kabob served with some dressed rice and salad. Okay, usually I don't care for rice. It's bland and pretty boring but they actually seasoned their rice here so well that I've completely forgotten I was eating rice. The kabob was so flavorful like it has been marinating for a while. The meat was tender and juicy. We didn't do any dessert as we were all very full in the end. At least 4 out of 7 brought home leftovers. My one friend had made a comment about his pilau being larger than his head! Service was good. You pay up front. If you come in with a large party and ask to split the check, they charge $1 per card. We asked to have our bill split 7 ways and then 2, 2, 2 and 1. She said she understood but then did the math wrong anyway. We didn't bother and just paid the even quarter split and my friends refunded me the difference. Other than a few nuisances, it was a great dining experience. No joke, this place has some seriously good eats. And to be honest, I can't wait to come back!

THE BEST...this won't disappoint.....Everything on the menu is fantastic, generous portions, can be…read moremessy, can be sooooo good.... I am craving it as I write this...

Went during Friday lunch rush so there was a little of a line to order. Super cute decor. Small…read morepatio outside to eat, that was good for a pleasant afternoon. Food was fantastic!!! Would come back again

The service was very polite and quick. Orange juice tasted like good quality... but the sandwich:…read moreNEXT LEVEL. 10/10 would come here every morning for this if I could!

Have been a huge fan since the Toastface days and try to find an excuse to see what's cooking in…read moreTroy any chance I get! The food is always next level! He takes a lot of fun chances with flavors and textures and you can always tell that the food is from scratch and has that little something extra! Show up early for breakfast and those delicious Bodega sandwiches or grab a classic like the house tomato soup with a sandwich or bread for dipping. That soup is something special, simple yet next level. You really can't go wrong with anything! Just make sure you pay attention to the clock because they have cutoff times for breakfast and lunch, don't be left hungry!

Went back again this weekend and I still love this place. I'm a bit biased since coffee shops and…read morenurseries are my favorite places to frequent when I'm having a slow Saturday morning, but Telva has the best of both worlds! Not to mention the food is incredible. I love coming here for their house made syrups in my latte and you can't go wrong with any of the food options, but my favorite is the Clibir. Everything is healthy and the vibes are so fun.. staff is always so friendly and attentive. There is usually a long line at peak hours on the weekends but it moves quickly and it's so worth it!

Beautiful space with lots of greenery, great music, and friendly, attentive staff!…read more The food was good but not too memorable. I had the Sloppy Mustafa Tost and it felt like something was missing. The biggest letdown was the "runny" egg, which wasn't runny at all, very surprising for a breakfast spot. The ordering process also takes away from the experience. Waiting in a long line to order and pay, then carrying your own water to the table, doesn't make for a relaxing brunch. My friend also wasn't told they had run out of the somun for the Cilbir until the food arrived and it had already been substituted. Overall, I loved the ambiance, but the food and service details didn't quite live up to the hype.

This is my first time here, and I walked in very pleasantly surprised with the decor. Simple and…read moreyet, very charming, very Arabian. I read other reviews and immediately that I wanted to try their lemonade with mint, which was heavenly. It was extremely refreshing, not too sweet, not too sour, tiny chopped leaves of mint floating around like confetti. I ordered the lamb shank, a plate of pickles, and also ordered falafel and avocado dip to go. The lamb was very well seasoned and fall of the bone tender. The accompanying cucumber bits in yogurt sauce was refreshing. The side of mushrooms with carrots and corn kernels that came with the dish was mediocre, particularly since the consistency and look of the mushrooms looked like they came from a can, but I may be wrong. The plate of pickles was delightful. I will admit that I was very disappointed because I had read that lentil soup would be complementary with main dishes when anyone dined in until 4 PM, but I'd never had any lentil soup at all, unless I am mistaken about the offer. Service was fast, even though there was only one server, who was, by the way, very polite and attentive. All in all, I will be back and I might actually end up being regular here.

Had the opportunity to try Layali Halab and was very impressed. We visited on a Saturday afternoon…read moreand seated without an issue. Our service was great, very patient in answering questions. The restaurant was very clean and very busy with customers. We were served lentil soup and was absolutely delicious. We ordered some traditional Mediterranean dishes and also very good. Prices were very reasonable and lots of dishes to chooses. Decor is very nice and plenty of seating for small and large groups. Great experience and will be back, highly recommend Layali Halab, give them a try.

"This was the best meal I have had all year" said my husband. This restaurant is any kebab lovers…read moredream. The meat, salad, and rice were so incredibly tasty! I love the space. The service was fast and the food was PHENOMENAL. I can't wait to come back and have it again soon!

Ehsani's Hot Kabob is the best Persian food we have found in St. Louis. I wish there were more…read morevegetarian options on the menu as I always have to order the Kashke Bademjoon, which is delicious but would like more options. My partner ordered the Vaziri which he said was amazing. The rice here is spectacular. We finished our meal with hot tea. We arrived a little early for dinner and the place was empty, but it did start to fill up more as it got later. The staff is very kind and the food came out pretty quickly. I will say this is on the pricier side when it comes to kabobs, but everything is very good.