It is exceptional here! The food is divine and my wife, who is Egyptian, told me that the falafel…read morereminded her of her aunty Rahea's falafel. It brought delight to her and transported her back 40 years! Babaganoush, grilled gyro meat, hummus and taziki are BANGING! Worth the trip from Anthem. Do yourself a favor and try it when you have a hankering for Mediterranean food. Pass everything else and come here.

Wow!! One of my favorite places I've tried in the city so far. I had the falafel with rice, and it…read morewas amazing. My friend had the falafel and fries, and they loved their meal too. The service was perfect, and the atmosphere was amazing as well. This place was pretty crowded, so I would recommend getting there before the crowds. But honestly, it wasn't bad at all and we didn't have a long wait. I give this place 5 stars! Delicious food, great service, and I'll definitely be returning.

Tucked into Scottsdale Commons, Green Corner Grill has instantly become my new go-to for…read moreMediterranean food. The staff are wonderfully friendly from the moment you walk in, and the food itself is fresh-tasting, generously portioned, and very fairly priced. I ordered the steak kebab platter, served with hummus, baba ganoush, and a salad - every bite was delicious. We also tried the chicken kebab with the same sides, and it was out of this world. To top it off, the staff surprised us with a complimentary baklava dessert, three generously sized triangles, flaky and sweet and absolutely delicious. Between the warm hospitality, the quality of the food, and the portions, there was truly nothing not to like. Highly recommend for anyone craving Mediterranean food done right.

Stopped in about three weeks ago. This was after a 1 year absence when I used to go often. I Was…read morequite disappointed compared to what I remembered. My friend order the chicken....I've never seen or tasted drier chicken....we jokingly called it Chicken Chips. Should have returned it but didn't. They must have known as they were plating? Ate very little.... I ordered the lamb kabob....it was ok but pretty bland, looked like processed little meat balls. . Service was good and friendly, no owner on site. In past visits I loved their Asobuco but none was on the menu. That's what I wanted to order. There was free baklava ....wasn't looking for free....went up to the counter to order some. Then was given two out of a bunch of stacked containers behind the register. If I hadn't inquired wouldn't have known. In past visits they always walked around with a tray and offered. This was dry as well..... I do appreciate free but not dry. I was willing to pay. I probably caught them on an off night, business was good which is always a good sign. I'll give them another shot but won't order the Chicken Chips.

I hadnt been to Olive and Ivy in several years. I was actually quite impressed with table service…read moreand food. Outstanding food and our server was great. My only knock is the thumping DJ during dinner service. I dont mind music, but house music cranked up during dinner is a bit early 2000's vibe for me. For me that was a 2 star knock, simply too loud and made table conversation difficult.

I'm Always looking for a great spot to enjoy a meal by myself when traveling for work, and I'm so…read morehappy I found this gem in Scottsdale, AZ! Olive & Ivy looked promising, but the actual experience was even better than I imagined. First of all, this is a fantastic place with a great atmosphere. Whether you're visiting with family, friends, or dining by yourself, it's a place where you can feel comfortable and enjoy a great meal. I was seated at the very nice and comfortable bar area, where the bartenders were fantastic, attentive, and ready to accommodate any request. The little bruschettas were a great way to start the meal. I followed them with a salad, they even accommodated a half portion for me. Then I finished with the short rib. Everything was delicious, well-prepared, and served in generous portions. I honestly expected this place to be more expensive, but the prices were extremely reasonable considering the quality of the food, service, and overall experience. You can definitely expect to see me back here the next time I'm in town! Thank you for providing such a great experience. Keep up the excellent work!

We had such a great time at Thea! We sat out on the rooftop, which has a beautiful view. We started…read morewith the Goddess of All Dips, so good. Drinks and dessert were great too. They even remembered my friend's birthday! I actually had a bit of a medical emergency while we were there, and I have to give a huge shoutout to our waitress Morgan. She jumped in to help right away without hesitation. Her manager was awesome too and even had someone check on me while I was in the bathroom to make sure I was okay. I really appreciated how they went above and beyond! We are regulars here and have never had a bad experience! Highly recommend!

Jillian and Jasmin at the bar are lovely…read more I started with tart grapefruit juice and olives. Julian was a sweetheart and arranged for cold olives as I didn't want them warm. I moved on to the pressed yellowtail and avocado sushi. That is delicious and so fresh! I'm done and still fantasizing about another bite. Be warned you don't see the avocado. That was my only disappointment, wanting to see and taste the avocado so maybe just something to clarify in but truly delicious! The truffle filet skewer was so good! Rice should have been warmer but flavor was exceptional!

This is the best Mediterranean food I've ever had! The pita bread alone will bring me back. So…read morefluffy! I had the DXB tawook sandwich and loved it. The spicy lentil soup was very tasty. Even though you order at the counter, the service was friendly and attentive.

Hey Scottsdale and Phoenix, you are missing out on the best experience of one of the newest amazing…read moreplaces with authentic Mediterranean food!!!!! They make homemade pitas and tzatziki sauce! I have yet to experience that at any establishment in the Metro area!!!! Definitely worth the travel and experience! Hats off the food is awesome. Of course my favorite is the Gyro - yum yum!!!!!!

A true gem in the Valley. I visited the Persian Room for the first time with visiting family, and…read morewe were amazed. Firstly, the interior is GRAND - in size and extravagance. Every detail you notice is extravagant and purposeful. Visiting on a Saturday for lunch, there were plenty of other families eating together too. I noticed the crowd was mostly older, which lets you know this restaurant is a true staple in the community (I find that usually the old people know what's up). As all 4 of us weren't super hungry, we split the Persian Room Special- Combination of barg (Filet mignon), chicken filet and Koobideh kebab, served with basmati rice and grilled tomato. It was a huge portion of food, served on a large silver platter. The menu states that it serves 2, but it perfectly filled us 4 adults! Granted, we weren't super hungry to begin with, but 2 is definitely an underestimate. I'd say it can easily satisfy 3 hungry adults. Anyway, quantity aside, THE FOOD WAS AMAZING! Everything was so flavorful and paired well together. The meat was also juicy. My favorite was the koobideh kebab for sure. There isn't much more I can say, as the food speaks for itself. The Persian Room is definitely something you need to try for yourself. Weeks later, I'm still craving it and will definitely be back!

It's a lovely place and our server was one of my favorites that I've ever had. That being said, the…read morefood was so off that even my coworker, who is a regular, couldn't finish it. Her lamb shank was so fatty, there was barely any meat. The sauce it comes it wasn't hot - it was sort of warm, and she said the flavor wasn't there. My rack of lamb was ok, cooked to rare just how I wanted it, but it too, had a lot of sinew for little meat lollipops. My rice was also room temp, which could be fine, but seemed a bit odd to me. Thankfully this was a business meal, but we would have been both extremely disappointed had it come from our own pockets. Given all the five star reviews, I want to think this was a really off night. Wouldn't be my first choice next time, but I could go back and give it another shot.

This place is exceptional. The food, divine!…read more We ordered falafel and hummus and some schwarma. I got a falafel burger with an egg and avocado. Wife ordered the falafel laffa sandwich (wrap). Both orders came with shoestring fries and it was all delicious and far too much food for us! When we came in it was not busy and they spent some time going over the menus with us. Awesome, calm atmosphere, very nice people.

I would like to try this little local gem again: I still want to try the hummus…read more I ordered a lunch pita sandwich with chicken schnitzel and they were kind enough to toss a few falafel in for me to try. Really delicious falafel! The people here a friendly and eager to serve you. The restaurant is small, tidy, and has a relaxing bi e. Please try this local place out! They will patiently explain any menu items you're not familiar with. Prices are fair for the freshly-cooked food you'll receive.

Stumbled upon this gem as we were in the area, searching the Yelp reviews…read more What a place! Welcomed in, first thing that got me distracted was the incredibly large selection of Mediterranean and European groceries available. Everything from Turkish Delight, Turkish Coffee (special pots included), candy, cookies, rows of spices, canned goods, olives, dolmas, oils, teas, endless.... From there I remembered i was hungry and made my way to the counter to order. That particular day i was hungry, so I ordered the Shawarma Combo chicken and beef with salad, great tasting rice, huge amount of hummus and pita. So much food. Whilst waiting, this allowed me time to stock up on spicies, canned dolmas, Turkish Coffee and some other fun stuff to experiment cooking. Food was delivered to the table and such a feast. Staff were friendly and very helpful at navigating the menu and checking for allergies.

Amazing Mediterranean market. We came to eat indoors. They offer a small patio for dining…read more We ordered the Princess Combo that feeds 2-3 people and includes several kinds of meat, hummus, salad, rice and delicious pita bread. We also ordered dolmas and Dubai Drizzle Pistachio Baklava. Loved the entire experience and hope to visit again soon!

For our first foray into Persian Food in Phoenix we stopped at AZ Kabob House. This family-run…read morerestaurant is open 7 days a week and serves a variety of Persian/Iranian as well as some Greek & Mediterranean appetizers and sandwiches. We tried a couple of their Persian Kabobs and found them to be excellent! The Koobideh (ground beef) kabobs were tender and juicy, with great flavor. The Boneless Chicken kabob had saffron flavor and was cooked to perfection. The salad was nice and crispy with just enough oil/vinegar dressing. Customer service was excellent, with very attentive staff. Their dining area's ambiance is good, is well lit and is nice and cool. There are plenty of parking space just outside in the shopping center. The food was very good... we will definitely have to come back to try the other items on their menu. Two thumbs up!

Such a calm cute place to grab dinner or lunch with good vibes. Very kind and helpful service. As a…read moreturkish person missing their food this place was nice. The Sarma(dolma) was nice and so is their appetizer platter. Highly recommend. Their mix meat kebab plate was fantastic. Would recommend. Get tea after you eat

Some restaurants chase trends. Others just quietly keep making really good food year after year…read more This is one of those places. I'd been here several times years ago, and after coming back, I'm honestly wondering why I don't eat here more often. I ordered the chicken shawarma, a stuffed grape leaves platter, and hot tea. Everything was exactly what I hoped it would be. The chicken was well-seasoned, tender, and wrapped with the classic toppings, and the portion was fair for the price. Speaking of price, the value here is honestly hard to beat. The stuffed grape leaves platter came with hummus, tabbouleh, pita, and hot stuffed grape leaves. I had completely forgotten they serve them warm, and my brain needed a minute to recalibrate because I'm so used to cold dolmas everywhere else. Once I took a bite, though... yep. That's how they're supposed to taste. Soft, flavorful, perfectly seasoned, and absolutely delicious. I ended up adding some of the hummus and tabbouleh to my shawarma, which made an already great sandwich even better. The service was just as impressive as the food. My server was genuinely kind, gave me a few extra minutes when I couldn't decide, checked in without hovering, and even offered to package my hot tea to go when he noticed I was still working on it. (For the record, ordering an entire pot of tea for one person was an ambitious life choice on my part.) The dining room isn't huge, and there's also a small market attached, which adds to the charm. This place reminds me that consistency is underrated. Years later, I came back, and it was just as good as I remembered. Great food, great service, great value. I'll try not to wait so long before my next visit.

After learning about Haji-Baba for the first time about a year ago, I finally decided to stopped by…read moreon a Saturday for late lunch and was super hungry after running some errands. I ordered the kabob koobideh plate for $16 to go and browsed the store. I bought some spices including shawarma mix, tumeric, star anise seeds for about $4 each per bag (I forgot the volume of the bags, but they're about the size of my fist). I ate my food in the car since I couldn't wait until after finishing my errands. Wow, the meat was so juicy and flavorful. It paired perfectly with the white sauce (which I think was a yogurt salad?). My biggest complaint was the fact that 70% of the to-go container was rice and 30% was meat. Then a container of the yogurt on the side. If I come back, I'd probably opt for the kabob koobideh sandwich option instead, as it is less than half the cost. Otherwise, I loved the authentic food and would consider going back - probably more so for the spices though.