Portions are generous and tasty. Service is good. I get the food for take -out only. The atmosphere in the dining area is austere.

Felafel was very undercooked. They also repeatedly either didn't hear or ignored what I asked for.

Gyro Cafe on Coney Island Avenue offers a solid dining option for anyone in the Flatbush area looking for something fresh and satisfying. Through GrubHub, I ordered two chicken gyros--one courtesy of a promotion--and a can of Sprite. The sandwich, wrapped in naan bread, had a tender, flavorful chicken filling paired with vibrant fresh vegetables and a tangy green sauce that added a welcome kick. A quick scroll through their Instagram page reveals that they use whole chickens, not pre-cut or processed meats, which reassures me about the quality of the protein. The care in preparation shows through their colorful spread of fresh ingredients, and the kitchen staff looks polished and professional. The shredded chicken felt well-seasoned and complemented the greens perfectly, speaking to the restaurant's attention to detail. That said, this isn't the cheapest spot around. A single sandwich costs $10, and with a soda and delivery, the total can creep toward $20--something to keep in mind when weighing your options. The promotion I used softened the blow, making the meal feel like a good value overall. However, proximity plays a key role here: if you're ordering, I'd recommend being nearby to avoid the dreaded lukewarm gyro arrival. For what it's worth, Gyro Cafe succeeds in delivering a fresh, satisfying meal with a touch of authenticity. If you're in Flatbush or the surrounding area and craving something beyond the usual corner-store fare, it's worth giving this place a shot--just don't forget to check for promotions to maximize your experience. The scenery is standard fare. There's an odd placement for a platter and sandwich spot, as it stands as the only eatery in its proximity, surrounded by what is almost a food desert except for a halal grocery store, a 7/11, and a gas station nearby. This location, in what could have been just a quick pit stop, is trying its best--and I can taste its effort. read more

This place is kind of a hole in the wall. The only meat is lamb or chicken gyro cut off a spit. It's also not particularly clean inside. I have actually been here more than once - once bc my car broke down nearby & I had to wait for a tow truck, & once bc I was at BK Banya a few doors down, & I left starving bc their kitchen is temporarily closed. The ingredients are not of the highest quality, & the prices are higher than they should be given everything above. I think they charged me ~$4.50 for a bottle of Mexican soda. I hope I don't end up here again, but never say never. Plus: I felt fine after eating here, & the food did not make me feel sick in any way. read more

Whenever I get free DoorDash credits, I try to order from somewhere that will give me the biggest bang for my buck. Call me frugal but with my $25, I was able to order 5 different things from here! And that, my friends, is what I call a win. Gyro Cafe is a really solid spot for your classic, affordable halal cart-style chicken over rice platter ($9.75). Generous portion, filling and overall very yummy. My bf had the lamb gyro platter ($9.75) which was just okay - the texture reminded us of mystery meat. We would've preferred it in smaller portions, perhaps in a mixed plate with other proteins. We also tried a couple of kebabs - the kofta ($1.50) and chapli ($3) - which were also okay but I'd personally skip next time. I'd just stick to the basics: chicken gyro platter or mixed platter and perhaps their namesake, a gyro (pita sandwich)! And if anyone was wondering, I got an Arizona iced tea with my last dollar. It was a well-balanced New York meal. read more

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My office has ordered from here a couple of times and they're a great choice for halal platters. I usually always get their mixed plates. The meat that it comes with tastes very fresh and is flavorful. The rice on the side is fragrant. Additionally, the salad it comes with has a nice mix of veggies and is very fresh. My main complaint is that I wish there was more meat and rice than salad since the former would be more filling. However, the portions that come with each order are huge. I can usually split one platter between two meals. All in all, a solid lunch choice. read more

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One thing I can't stand when it comes to food establishments? Negligence and carelessness. If you're not going to prepare someone's food with the same care and respect you would want from someone preparing YOUR FOOD, then you shouldn't own a restaurant or any type of business for that matter. This place was my go to and then I started ordering less and less because they got sloppy and started to ignore special instructions/requests. Not to mention I also realized that their prices didnt make that much sense compared to other spots in the area with better service and portions. However, I really did enjoy their lamb and so I decided to order from them tonight. I placed the order 30 minutes ahead of their closing time on Doordash which was 12:30. Their official closing time is at 1. When it comes to halal in general, my only request EVER has always been that the meat be chopped up very small. I have a pet peeve with large chunks of lamb or chicken, especially cause it's usually dark meat. I also get my sauce on the side. That way I can heat it up in the oven without it getting soggy. My order arrived in a plastic grocery bag that wasn't even properly sealed or wrapped. The aluminum container could've been accessed by anybody and tbh I would'nt be surprised if it was with the way that it looked. The white sauce was spilled all in the bag. And the biggest let down? It literally looked like they didn't even bother to put any type of effort into my order at all. I have never seen pieces of chicken that big in a halal platter in all my years of living. It looked thrown together or worse, like someone had their hands all up in my food. No way for me to know though so it went in the garbage. I even tried calling them to let them know and they sent me to voicemail. So to be frank, fuck this place. read more

Gyro Cafe - A hot ass mess. Exactly how it came. Does this look appetizing to you? 13.75 for this. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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This is a GO-TO for halal that beats any truck experience. Mostly because they pack the combo and pita sandwiches with additional veggies like red cabbage and chickpeas! The meat is juicy and fresh and the rice has a flavorful spice added to it that I can't name, but would know instantly if someone else said it. Food is quite plentiful for the price and the service is as fast as can be for a place that can get flooded with orders. We are frequent orders and have rarely had a bad go with them. read more

Ordered via Uber eats mixed gyro and a side of fries. Received fries and a burger- continuously called and no answering until the machine was disconnected. Do not order here. read more

Ordered 2 Lamb Gyros from here with White Sauce on the side. First my food came covered in hot sauce and white sauce. Which I never requested because I can't eat hot sauce. I try to make the best out of the situation and pick it apart and use the tahini (white sauce) IT WAS FUCKING MAYO. I'm amazed at how bad this food was. Wasn't even any vegetables just lamb. sauce. and store bought pita bread. read more

Yummy, yummy! A great place to grab your favorite halal foods. I ordered the small chicken platter for delivery. The quantity and quality of food provided in this platter was more than enough and the flavors are bursting. They provided plenty of chopped chicken blanketed by a mixture of white and hot sauce. There was also a small side salad mixed with olives, cucumber, and jalapeños. They also did a great job of packing the dish for delivery. For the larger platter they ensured to wrap the platter with another layer of plastic wrap so the juices from the sauces won't leak out onto the rest of the bag. The food was also double bagged, which I appreciated since you never know how the food may be handled during delivery. I will definitely be ordering from them again! read more

I don't like their chicken gyros and I didn't like their hummus it is extremely too tangy too much lemon and too much raw garlic used Didn't care for their pita bread either but the baklava is perfect except super tiny another waste of money spent with overpriced Uber Eats :/ no tomatoes on the gyro tzatziki was ok but ignored my request for a side container and no bbq sauce on it also ignored I love cucumbers but not on their gyro it just was awful in my opinion like too vinegary or something :/ read more

This is the spot. Fresh lamb and chicken shaved in front of you. A FULL salad bar that is immensely fresh. Don't forget about their menu that is extensive - veggie options. The best in BK. read more

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Great lamb and gyros. The place is clean. They treat you nicely. Wish they delivered. read more

This was my first time ordering from this restaurant and I was quite satisfied with my gyro sandwich. It was quite tasty. The meat seasoned well and very tender. I loved the white sauce as well. My only complaint is that I requested additional sauce on the side but it wasn't in the bag. Oh there were no napkins or utensils either. Overall it was a good experience and I'll be ordering again. read more

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let me start by saying, I AM A HUMMUS LOVER! and I've never really had bad hummus before, with that said, they have THEE NASTIEST hummus I have ever tasted in my life! I can't even describe it other than maybe spoiled?? and I ordered a falafel pita, which comes with hummus on it as well, AND it was buy one get one free, so now I have 2 sandwiches that I can't eat. my roommate had the lamb gyro nanwhich which he said tasted ok but the meat didn't seem like real lamb. I will absolutely never order from here again.........did I mention how HORRIBLE their hummus is???! read more

Chicken gyro platter was delicious. Like halal cart food but better quality. Falafel was freshly made, so came out piping hot, but they were very crunchy (maybe over cooked). I didn't love them, but others might. The sleeper hit is the baklava. I threw one piece in on a whim, and it was some of the best baklava I've ever had. Super buttery and syrupy and made with pistachios, not walnuts (a major plus, since walnuts make my mouth hurt). read more

Ordered through Uber eats a plate and a chicken tikka* and a potato pattie The plate was alright* even tho it still tasted horrible and it's the first time it's ever been like that usually very good* Didn't get any chicken tikka but 2 dried(DRIED)!? Chicken breasts instead and the potato patty was soo sour and disgusting it made me puke* never had this experience and please don't rush an order* if the item is not available at least call me so I can grab something else* read more

Ordered in person. Pretty much empty and you can not sit and eat. Take out only. I did like the chicken gyro over rice. The Falafel fell waaaay short. I was disappointed. I also order Baklava. Pista and Walnut. Honestly, that was the best tasting part of my meal. So it's not a bad spot at all. I know since it's close, I will go again. I can not speak for the lamb. Try them out, don't expect anything. Maybe the day I went was an 'eh' day. read more

I have never been to the famed "Halal Guys" food cart in Manhattan. But we stumbled into this place around midnight as it was one of the few places open and still serving food... Oh man... I don't know how good the OG Halal Guys food cart can be, but I can't imagine it being any better than this chicken plate I got at Gyro Cafe. It was one of the best meals I've had during my trip to new york. maybe my whole life... Now where can I get me some halal food back in Oakland?? I've been to a sanitized "Halal Guys" chain location somewhere in southern california, but that does not light a candle to the plate of chicken and aromatically seasoned rice I got at Gyro Cafe... Someone please help me! read more

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Absolutely horrible!! I ordered from this place and the food was bad smelling and spoiled and they missed 1/3 of my order. Never ordering from here ever again. I wouldn't even give this place half star. read more

Happy with my order. Very fast delivery. Some of the food was spicy which is a plus. Would have been 5 stars if the sauce was good. Very watery and mayo based...I don't know what the red sauce was it was horrible, glad I tasted it before I put it on my food. Will order again read more

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Quick late night bite. At 11pm. Nothing much left to order from. Total hole on a wall place. The guy behind the counter took our order and quickly prepare our food. We had the lamb gyro. It was ok. A bit salty and the meat was mushy. The chicken over rice was good. The chicken with juicy and tender. Definitely get the white sauce.$14 for the run. If u like halal food truck quality food than u will love this place. Probably will not return. We had better food closer to us. read more

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I was craving a really good gyro today so I came online to find one people liked not too far from me. I was really looking forward to it after the great reviews. I ordered the lamb gyro platter and my bf ordered the chicken gyro platter. The meat was tender and juicy but the flavor was just okay - not great, but certainly not awful either. Vegetables were okay enough too - crispy cabbage slaw (nice) and such. The "white sauce" was horrible! First, I was expecting a traditional yogurt sauce with herbs and cucumber, but instead this was mayonnaise with some dried herbs in it. No tang. Just oily. To make sure, I asked what the sauce was, and sure enough it was mayo. I was looking for something with really good bright flavors and this was just mediocre. I'm still on the search for a really good gyro in Brooklyn. read more

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This is my favorite place to get chicken and it lamb over rice. Beats the "King" by a mile. The meats are outstanding- always fresh, juicy and perfectly cooked on the spit. But the veggies and sides are even better. All fresh, pickled deliciousness. Mixed in the with meat and rice, I could eat here every day. FIVE STARS! read more

My siblings and I were in the area and were starving. By far the best loft as and gyro platters I've had! Super good food and we enjoyed the variety of sides to choose from. read more

Best gyro i ever try in nyc. Fresh meat and vegetables with fresh pita bread amazing

Mixed feelings about this place. This isn't your typical halal cart food, as previously mentioned. --- + they have a few different options to add to your salad like olives, chickpeas, cabbage, spinach... - they skimp on the chicken which can be burnt, and/or have cartiliage/muscle tissue idk how to explain it. - lamb is burnt. -- Why 3 stars? They're convenient and the food is decent for the most part... but they really do not give you enough meat at all. It's pitiful, almost all rice. I'm not crazy about their sauces, extra watered down. The meat itself could use more seasoning. Upside is that they have a few different menu items available. read more

Tried their gryo chicken plate while visiting here a couple of years ago... and I literally am not satisfied with any gyro plate i've eaten since. I can't wait to go back! read more

Since there are so many ordinary gyros places around here I decided to try Gyro Cafe after reading the positive reviews. This is a Halal middle eastern restaurant. I ordered the lamb gyro sandwich. As I saw the guy cut open the pita I knew what was coming. They stuff the bottom with the veggies first, then add the meat, etc. My guess is because it keeps the bottom from falling apart from juices. The meat was pretty good, the sauce was 'eh. Behind the counter seemed clean and they have tables in the back to sit and eat. Average place. Not a fan of this style of gyros though. read more

Very different from any other Halal food. While everyone's talking about the meat, I think their rice is very tasty as well. I had mix (Chicken & Lamb) over rice for $8. It's at least $1 more than what everyone else charges for a mix over rice. The quantity should be more so it matches $8. So for a different taste you should give it a visit. read more

This is really hidden gem for Halal food, you will find the best economical food here. The place is very clean, the host is very nice, the staff is respectful, welcoming. I had a chance to meet with chef, Pakistani guy, he is amazingly brilliant, He knows how to cook real authentic Pakistani middle eastern fusion food. You can have nice plater for few bucks, you won't be disappointment. Must try. read more

The fact that they're called gyro cafe is stupid because they have no idea how to make a gyro. He literally just threw random vegetables into a pita. It taste awful and a total waste of $10. Will never be going back to this place again!! read more

First time ordering here. Lamb platter was awesome, fresh and came with extra sauces wich I loved. Huge serving and great rice. Falafel pretty good as well. Delivery on time. Will be ordering again. read more

As someone that grew up in Kensington and surrounded by halal food. I went through the years of different halal chicken over rice in the area. Gyro king used to be good few years ago and quality has gone down since, gyro hut is a bit better. Gyro cafe I recently tried out during covid19 and wow it's now the top halal chicken rice spot in the area possibly one of the top in NYC. Everyone knows of halal guys but Kensington's halal chicken puts them to shame. So if you're ever thinking about driving all the way into manhattan to eat halal guys think again and get it from this spot. By far one of the freshest chicken you can get. What I love about gyro cafe is that they slice the meat off the chicken gyro and then put it onto the grill. (Very few places do this by the way) a lot of places like to put the meat into a metal tin and then recook the chicken on the grill leaving the freshness to be questioned. read more

All the veggie platter dishes are exactly the same. I got the vegetable platter dish that was supposed to include falafel and hummus. It was just chick peas over rice which match my side dish of literally chick peas over rice. Both dishes looked the same but one was $3 more. I didn't get the dish at all described on the menu. Actually the chicken platter had more vegetables. It seems they just give the same dish if you order any dish without meat. Different title, same thing! I was really disappointed to not have any falafel or hummus. Something I thought would take up more of the dish which I was really looking forward to...instead I got an indian style chick peas dish twice. Dishes weren't bad though but just not explained well or the cook didn't pay attention. read more

Gyro Cafe - The actually veg mix platter. No falafel and no hummus as described on the menu. Actually the chicken platter had more vegetables - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Good, fast takeout, I've stopped by a couple of times. The falafel is freshly made and they have a lot of choices for veggies and toppings. Friendly staff as well. read more

Its hard finding cheapy healthy food. It also even harder to find halal options.Especially that it is halal. That's why I love this place. I usually get a combo over rice with white sauce. The white sauce is delicious but it is also what makes it unhealthy The portions are huge and their salad has many ingredients. However, get ready to wait long line sometime as it can get crowded. read more

Do not order from this place . Delivery takes forever . Then once the lukewarm food arrives it is stale and over cooked . I paid $17.45 for a large mix gyro platter only to receive a container filled to its brim with rice and hardly but hardly any lamb or chicken and what was given was burnt and inedible . Plus two pita halves that were literally hard as rocks . STAY AWAY !! read more

Fantastic value, delicious food. 5$ for a gyro wrap!? Can't beat it. Fed 2 people for 14$! Would Definitely return to try more things, fried chicken was really good too! Thank you Gyro Cafe! read more