Food is amazing, variety of food is unmatched. Extremely busy restaurant,…read more Very friendly atmosphere,

Chef Yousef needs to ask how many people live in your house before bringing out the food. I ordered…read morelunch and accidentally became a food distributor. Everything was 11/10. The hummus alone had me questioning every grocery store hummus purchase I've ever made. Then that lamb rice platter arrived wearing its own bread blanket. If I tasted that good, I'd need protection too. The portions were enormous. I had leftovers for DAYS. My fridge briefly became an Olive Tree franchise.

We ordered the Petra Mixed Grill, which came with rice and a side of baba ganoush. The chicken,…read morebeef, and kebab were all flavorful. They were big, hearty chunks of meat that stayed juicy and tender, never dry. My top favorite was the babaganoush. This eggplant dip wasn't too sour, wasn't too salty, and that smoky undertone made it absolutely irresistible. We also ordered the Maklubk, a traditional dish featuring a fried half chicken served over a generous mound of rice. The chicken had beautifully crispy skin and well-seasoned. The rice was impressive-soft and aromatic, layered with eggplant, cauliflower, onion and potato. Truly unique. Portions were generous. We walked out with two boxes of leftovers. The service was good and the dining area was clean and comfortable. The dishes took about 25 minutes to arrive. But once the food hit the table, it was clear the kitchen wasn't cutting corners. The chef took his/her time, and it showed in every bite. We had a genuinely enjoyable experience here.

Came here last night for dinner and I'm currently having my leftovers as I am writing this review…read more The food was so good. It wasn't busy on a Wednesday night and we were seated right away. We ordered the lentil soup (big enough to share) and the Sampler Appetizer to start. As my entree I ordered the grilled chicken kabab with my two sides as salad and hummus. The server advised it would take about 30 minutes for our food to come out but idk why he said that because it really didn't. Shortly after our appetizers arrived and once we finished the apps, the entrees arrived. It felt no longer than any other dining experience that is on time. There was complimentary pita and a dip brought to our table and WOW. So good. The pita was so hot and fresh and fluffy while the olive oil in the dip..... you can just taste how it's not the olive oil you get at the grocery store. The red paste in the dip was a little spicy but very enjoyable. The lentil soup tasted homemade and the sampler appetizer plate had the best grape leaves I've ever had. The hummus was delicious but really, the baba ghanoush was my favorite I think. The eggplant tasted like smokey/ charred before being mixed up and wow. It was next level!! By the time my entree came I was practically full. But I had a little of my kababs and they were cooked and seasoned so, so well. I am enjoying my plate today and it still tastes just as great as last night. I will definitely be back here soon!!!

The food was absolutely delicious! I have tried many Middle Eastern restaurants, and this is…read moredefinitely one of the best. If you love Middle Eastern food or want to experience authentic Yemeni cuisine, this place is a must-try. Eismaiglyn took great care of our table. He was very friendly and provided excellent service throughout our visit. We came during the busiest time, and even without a reservation, they were able to accommodate us. I would recommend making a reservation, especially during busy hours, to avoid waiting. Great food, great service, and a wonderful experience!

Recently made a trip down to Tampa to give this place a try. Unfortunately, our experience didn't…read morequite live up to the great reviews. I will say that the spicy chicken on hummus was really flavorful and was definitely the highlight of our meal. My only concern was that some pieces of chicken were hot and fresh, while others were noticeably cold, which made us a little hesitant to continue eating it. We also ordered the Fancy Romance, and there is definitely plenty of food to comfortably feed four people. Unfortunately, we found the chicken itself to be a bit bland. The salsa also tasted a little off to us, so we decided not to continue eating it. It made us wonder if we may have come too early in the day and received food that wasn't as fresh as it normally is. With so many positive reviews, I'm hoping we simply caught them on an off day. Unfortunately, between the food quality, price point, and customer service during our visit, I personally wouldn't make the trip back or recommend it based on our experience.

Decent and authentic food, good service and quality. People seems friendly and ambience was goodread more

Kofta was dry. Beef was overcooked (mushy and flakey). But the worst was the service. We were the…read moreonly people in the restaurant and still the waitress didn't come check on us for a long time. We needed water and cutlery but she was inside the kitchen or nowhere to be found. Won't go again.

The Food was Good I loved it The wings were Amazing The…read moreService was outstanding The ambiance it was a little loud

I have eaten at this particular restaurant since it opened many years ago and it used to be a great…read moreplace to eat but now the last several times I have eaten there the fries are WAY overcooked and inedible. along with the crappy fries I got an order of attitude from the drive thru girl and it's no wonder at 12pm I was the only person at this Zekos which is indicative of the poor food quality and service, but rest assured for me never again! its good thing she's pretty because her social skills won't carry her far. I'm done paying for a sandwich and fries that overpriced and overcooked and for a side order of rudeness......

Came here with a party of four on a Saturday at 5:30 and and there was plenty of seating. We had…read moresuper fast service and the restaurant was very clean. We started off with the mint lemonade, which was amazing. Definitely recommend. Then they let us to half of the family platter, which is very generous of them. It was the perfect amount of food for a party of four. All of the sides were super delicious And their pita bread was awesome. Definitely plan on coming back next time we're in Temple Terrace!

This Mediterranean BBQ place is one of the few new restaurants in temple terrace. The place is big…read more We came here during the Ramadan and they run out of the table. So we revisit them in the different date. We order the mixed grill. This dish comes with shih kabab, kafta kabab, chicken kebab. The side dish includes rice, grill onion, grilled tomato, grilled jalapeño, nan, veggie, and more. The mixed grilled is good for two as old person like us. The best among the grilled protein, the chicken kabab is the best. Service is good. The wait may take 25 minutes to grilled. Overall they are good food.

Absolutely incredible experience at Istanbul Mediterranean Grill & Market! From the moment we…read morewalked in, we were treated like family. The customer service was genuinely some of the best we've ever experienced it was warm, welcoming, and so hospitable. The bread was phenomenal and worth the visit all on its own! We ordered two İnegöl Köfte plates to split between two adults and one child, and honestly, one plate would have been plenty because the portions are so generous. The köfte was perfectly cooked and seasoned, the rice was absolutely delicious, and the fresh salad was the perfect complement. I also ordered a side of chicken just to try it, and it was equally flavorful, tender, and cooked to perfection. For drinks, we tried the Turkish pear soda and the orange soda. Both were delicious, but the pear was my favorite and is a must-try! If you're looking for authentic, flavorful Turkish food with generous portions and outstanding hospitality, this is the place. We will definitely be back!

Wow!!! Exceptional flavors. Great variety of meats and veggies. Great atmosphere. Friendly staffread more

They are very nice and accommodating here. Hookah is good. After my first time here, they…read morememorized my order. I was really blown away. They also allow cigarette smoking, which many patrons fully take advantage of. Just something to be aware of if you are sensitive to that as it does smell very strongly of cigarettes. (And you will too) Unfortunately the smell makes me sick, would have been 5 stars from me otherwise. But if you don't mind the smell, you will enjoy your visit and be treated well.

I came here for an after hours wind down with a friend, and we both enjoyed ourselves! The hookah…read morewas smooth, fresh, and flavorful. We were able to choose what music we wanted to play. The gentleman who served us was a delight. We'll definitely be back in the near future

BEST EVER ! The best Sharwarma and Kafta in FL…read more I drive from Orlando knowing my first stop is gonna be here when I get to Tampa

I order from here all the time! Amazing food and great quality when you want NYC style halal cart…read morefood!

This place is seriously a hidden gem! Syrian Shawarma has some of the BEST shawarma I've had in a…read morelong time. You can taste the difference immediately -- the meat is juicy, perfectly seasoned, and packed with flavor, and the bread comes out warm and fresh. The portions are generous, everything tasted fresh, and the garlic sauce is absolutely addictive. Every bite has that authentic Syrian flavor that's honestly hard to find. The staff were welcoming and friendly, the place was clean, and the food came out fresh and hot. You can tell they actually care about the quality of what they serve. If you're craving real Middle Eastern/Syrian food, GO HERE. Get the shawarma, load it up with garlic sauce, and thank me later. Definitely one of those places you try once and immediately start thinking about when you're coming back. 10/10 -- I'll absolutely be back!

I found the food to be ok but not great because I judge the food along with the price and taste and…read moremy taste was ok. Server was very nice and the dining room was like a private area for sitting in. I gave them a 7.0 . Chicken wrap was $16.99 plus tax. Not even 12 " but that's my opinion. Chef Chris