I came in because I lost power from a storm at my house. I had little to no experience with a…read moreMiddle Eastern menu like this so I essentially just had Mr. Nate choose for me and it was great. Food was delicious with multiple new flavors that were new to me, restaurant was decorated beautifully, service was great, Nate even went out of his way to stream the Astros game on his phone for myself and another couple at the bar. I also had a great conversation with Corey, service couldn't have been better. I'll definitely be back to show off a cool new spot I found when family and friends come to visit!

amazing fresh food…read more great check em out setting is great place is clean staff is kind great awesome !! thank you

Stopped by after church with a friend, and we were the very first ones in the restaurant. After…read moreseeing so many glowing reviews, I briefly wondered if the hype was real. It absolutely was. The food and service were outstanding. They were out of doner when we arrived, but honestly, everything else we tried more than made up for it. Within about 10 minutes, the restaurant was pretty packed, so we clearly just arrived at the perfect time. We started with a bread basket served with fresh breads and an incredible tomato oil--simple, bold, and completely addictive. We had falafel with a creamy sauce (possibly yogurt or garlic-based) and stuffed grape leaves with olive oil, both beautifully done. Every dish came with fresh lettuce, lemon, thinly sliced onions that had clearly been soaked to remove the harsh bite, and a bright pickled cabbage that tied everything together perfectly. We also had lahmacun, which was deeply flavorful and incredibly satisfying. We were treated to complimentary Turkish tea and a meatless dish on the house, and I have to say--if you don't eat meat, you are not missing out on flavor at all. I grew up a meat eater, so I was genuinely surprised by how rich and delicious it was. I only wish I remembered the name so I could order it again. And then dessert... kunefe. Crispy shredded pastry, warm cheese, pistachios--easily one of the top 10 dishes I've ever eaten in my life. I usually hate mint in food, but two of the dishes included it and completely changed my mind--fresh, balanced, and done right. This place is a true hidden gem and one of my favorite dining experiences. I will absolutely be back, even if it's out of the way. Highly recommend.

We drove 15 minutes here to find out they were CLOSED !! When they advertise OPEN!…read more CALL BEFORE VISITING!!!

It's always a pleasure to read about a restaurant you haven't tried, go and visit it and discover a…read morenew favorite for future dining excursions. This is the case with Lama Mediterranean Cuisine in The Woodlands. My wife had a doctor's appointment at 2 pm and we live about 35 miles away, I figured go early and get some lunch and then get to the doctor with a full stomach. We put the address into the GPS and pulled right up in front of the restaurant. While it was nice weather outside, we decided to sit indoors and I am glad we did because I noticed some diners outdoors were batting away insects. Our server, Abraham came quickly and took our drink orders while we studied the menu and admired the beautifully decorated interior of the restaurant. Blue is a strong color they have used effectively, there is a large dinging room for a big group just off the main dining room and a bar at the far west end. We ordered some appetizers and they came out quickly, We had a small order (4 pieces) of the Fried Hallumi Cheese and also Kebbeh. Both came with a small sampling of cucumber, tomato and red onion which paired well. The Kebbeh had the most fragrant seasoning, I believe a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and clove. The serving sizes were ample and after trying some we both agreed to save room for the entrees we ordered, my wife had the Gyro Sandwich and I had the Chicken Shawerma, both were wrapped in a super fresh pita that had to be house made. My wife had the regular fries and I had sweet potato which were cooked perfectly, so light and crisp. We couldn't resist ordering some baklava to go, my wife thought walnut sounded good but our server said he felt the cashew was the best so we ordered that. When he brought it out, he said that there were 2 pieces of the cashew but he also added one of walnut at no charge, what a treat. We will be coming back here, the restaurant overall was super fresh and clean, service was great and the food was fantastic.

I finally visited this Greek/Mediterranean/Persian restaurant on a Sunday for lunch to see why it's…read morerated so high. Inside is elegant and well decorated with glass tables and large rugs everywhere. Looking at the menu, it's a mix of various cuisines, but they do separate out the Persian dishes which are somewhat similar to Mediterranean ones just cost a little more and have different spices altogether. If you visit on weekend nights, you'll likely get to see belly dancing here. I settled on the chicken shawarma wrap, even though it costs a few dollars more than the chicken pita. It does come with one side for $21,and I chose French fries. It tasted pretty good, but you do have to get used to the pickles which gives the wrap an overall weird taste. These are not your typical pickles which go well with American fried chicken sandwiches. A Mexican tortilla is used as a wrap here instead of the bread they use for wraps in other Mediterranean restaurants in Houston. If I wanted a chicken burrito, i would have dined at a Mexican restaurant. The fries are previously frozen ones and lightly seasoned and really only decent when hot. Unfortunately this is one of those restaurants which takes care of newly seated guests and large parties but ignores the tables of 1. Not my fault I only have one in my party. They seated me in the corner and another gentleman came about 20 mins after me and I never saw a waitress go to his table after being served his entree either. The chef or kitchen hand is the one who brings out the entree from the kitchen here and my waitress never showed up until they try to take your plate away. However, I was still eating and also waiting for 10 mins on a refill. I can only eat so much before needing to take a sip of a liquid...but if you come with a party of one here..you will likely be waiting awhile. The lady taking my plate wasn't even my waitress either. Meanwhile, for the gentleman sitting outside alone, I observed his drink to be empty a while and they weren't refilling his either. He finally leaves and goes to a cash register to pay. What? A semi-fine dining elegant spot with mandolin playing in the background has a cash register where you have to go up to pay? What is this world coming to? With these prices, they should roll out red carpet from the front door to your table each time you walk in....and surely make the waitress do something for once and take your card and swipe it herself at the cash register which shouldn't be in the middle of the damn room. Sort of defeats the purpose of being elegant. Did I mention the glasses are plastic here too. If they want to be refined, try at least using glasses for drinks.

I had the pleasure of dining at Lama Mediterranean, a cozy yet upscale spot tucked away on a quiet…read morecorner of The Woodlands. Walking in, I immediately noticed the warm lighting, stylish décor, and the soft hum of conversation. it felt like stepping into a hidden gem. We started with their signature Lentil Soup, and let me tell you, they set the tone for the night: creamy, perfectly seasoned, and just the right amount of indulgent. For my main course, I chose the seared Family Platter. The beef Kabab was cooked medium-exactly as requested, juicy and tender. The service was outstanding -- Romeo and Jordan were very friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, and timed everything just right. It's always a plus when you feel genuinely welcomed instead of just rushed through your meal. For dessert, we had The Trio Blakava, and their Tiramisu cake. Prices were reasonable, but for the quality of food, atmosphere, and service, it felt completely justified. I'll definitely be back, especially to try their brunch, which I've heard is just as impressive. Thanks Romeo, and Jordan for making my birthday feel special.

Diamond in the rough. Don't let the location stop you from coming here. Super nice folks working…read morehere! By owner Ali's suggestion, we had the Persian dinner for 2. It was a ton of food! Lamb, chicken & beef. Beef was my personal favorite along with the hummus. So smooth and tasty! Edwardo took very good care of us. Wonderful service and atmosphere. The tea served at the end was a delightful touch. Nice open outdoor patio area as well. I can't wait to go on Friday or Saturday to see the belly dancers. This place is clean and well maintained. Bathrooms were nice and clean as well. For something a little different for dinner, go eat here. It's well worth it!

The food was really good and I think you'll enjoy it. The…read moreservice was amazing the bathrooms were clean and thats really all I gotta say.

Love mediterranean food, and came across this restaurant by accident. Happened to be driving by and…read morethought we would give it a try. Worst meal either of us have had in years. It was a Wednesday evening, so only us and 3 other tables. Other than the employee at the front door register, I don't think we saw another employee the entire time we were there. The one item that was good was the pita bread. Tried to treat the cucumber mint yogurt as a tzatziki, but the mint was way too strong. All you could taste. Several salads available, but no dressings at all (just oil and vinegar). Why have something labelled as a greek salad without greek dressing? There were 3 different rice dishes. Every one was overcooked and dried out. Tried a chicken dish and all you could taste was cinnamon - no balance at all. While the meatballs were edible, the shredded beef was truly horrible. No gyro or lamb??? Really? The biggest turn-off, besides the nearly inedible food, was the volume of fruit flies around the drink dispensers. They were everywhere. As I said, we love good mediterranean food. This was not it. Ordinarily I understand that restaurants have off days, and will give them another chance. That is not what this was. We will not be back. Everything was bad. We didn't finish even a single plate of food. Paid our $45+ for the bad experience, and left.

Got the Orginal Gyro, it was the best one I've had in a very long time! And it was HUGE. Definitely…read morerecommending to friends and family

Amazing gyro sandwich! We also got the Greek salad as a side and it was delicious! Highly recommend…read morethis place when you come to visit deacon baldys!

I love Cava and this location is a go to!!! Friendly staff, incredible food - it's great here!!…read moreShoutout to this location and their management! So good!

Every pick up order I've place in the last several month has not been what I've asked for. Do not…read morewaste your time.

I love how this is fresh food here! No matter what you get! Great service!…read more My favorite item from the menu is Shawarma Fries! The flavors are everything! The grilled vegetables and pickles/jalapeños. You guys have to check this place out!

I've been to Ta'bleyah before a few times, but this was the 1st time that I visited their location…read morein the food court of The Woodlands Mall. They probably are still working out kinks, so I'll give them a pass, but the burger was the driest burger I've had in a very long time and the kibby was not up to par. The fries were tough and cold. The chicken shawarma was there only saving grace and that's only because it wasn't horrible. I know that the restaurant items are better than these options, so I'll check by again later and update. Overall I am happy that there is a halal option at the mall and I will be stopping by next time as well! Here's hoping it's only going to get better!

I'm a long-time lover of Cava, but not all locations are created equal…read more It was my first time at this location and I was shocked by how much they skimp on their bowls. I ordered the Harissa Avocado bowl for pick up, and once I finally got the chance to sit down and eat,there was barely any chicken. There was probably 4-5 pieces of chicken and the bowl was half full. Not sure if that's the standard here, but at other locations I get a full bowl, packed to the brim. I can usually spilt a single portion into 2 meals, but this location... yeah not even close. Food is delicious and healthy, hence why I frequent Cava for lunch. However, I was grossly dissapointed by the portion they gave me today.

Can never get enough of cava. Needed a quick bite before…read moreworking overnight. Place was clean and maintained. Food is always fresh and full of flavor. Love the pickled veggies. Staff was very friendly and attentive and staying busy when the line went away: Great job cava caring about your customers and food safety.