I honestly don't understand how this restaurant has so many glowing reviews. My dinner there was a…read morecomplete disappointment from start to finish. While waiting at the bar for a friend to arrive, I was swarmed by fruit flies, which should have been my first warning sign. The pours at the bar were skimpy, but I tried to shake it off once we got our table. The service there was actually friendly, and our server proudly told us the duck was a top seller, so we ordered it along with a salad and a fish dish. Most of what came out of the kitchen was diner quality at best--nothing special, but not offensive. The duck, however, was a disaster. It tasted old and stale, like it had been sitting in a freezer for months before being rushed through a fryer. The meat was fried to a dry, brittle crisp, and the only flavor came from a cloying sweet duck sauce slapped on top. No richness, no tenderness, no redeeming qualities. We absolutely hated our meal and the entire time we spent there. I can't recommend this place to anyone who actually cares about what they eat.

What a cozy place! The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The restaurant is very old school…read morebut what a vibe! We went for dinner and ordered the grilled octopus and maryland crabcake. I think the apps were just okay for me but what blew my mind was the sweet potato gnocchi and homemade pappardelle. The sweet potato gnocchi was very unique and creamy and the homemade pappardelle was the best I've ever had! There weren't a lot of carbs which I wished they had more of because it was so delicious! There were other meat and seafood and the salmon pieces were cooked perfectly! I would want to come back and order the pappardelle everytime!!!

Fantastic. The owners are the best and I have nothing but great things to say about the food…read more The food is excellent. Some of the best quality gyro meat that I've ever had in my life and I eat a lot of gyro. The fries are great too! The ambiance is inviting with big windows and an open concept you feel like you're home. A very modern home. The best part is the service; all deliveries are fast and served hot! My family, my friends and I have all had a good meal here and you should too.

This place was a hit!!! Staff were beyond helpful and food was outstanding!!!…read more All the gyro, souvlaki, sides with tzatziki and rice and lemon potato sides also excellent and prepared and presented handsomely!!!

This place is seriously such an understatement. From the outside, you wouldn't even realize it's a…read morerestaurant -- it honestly looks like a grocery store from the side. But don't let that fool you. They serve some of the best Turkish food you'll ever have, hands down! Their labneh and fresh bread are absolutely amazing. The chicken kebab with brown rice is one of my favorites -- perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Honestly, I don't think there's anything on the menu that isn't good. I personally prefer the chicken dishes, and they never disappoint. A true hidden gem! I love the service Merve is such a sweetheart!

4 stars for the dishes we ordered today. What I truly…read moreappreciate about this place is its commitment to "All Grilled Cooking". It is very rare to find a Turkish restaurant on Long Island to stay do true to grill. No fuss just simply beautiful grill food that lets ingredients shine. One bite, and I felt like I was straightly transported to Istanbul.

Not sure how and who gave this place an award of taste of Long Island but THERE IS NO way…read more Premade lamb gyro meat ZERO FLAVOR in the tetziki sauce And the Potato on the still hard to mess up always crispy and flavorful at all food fairs. But here felt like it was almost fake. Either refried or fried and not seasoned at all. And the side of tetziki didn't add any other flavors either . Would nEver waste my money here again and no clue how this place has a that high of a rating .

I'll start by saying I think had I gotten a different dish I would feel differently about this…read moreplace. Got to-go here for a group of us. I'll start by saying that aesthetically, everything looks amazing and the portions are huge. The menu is interesting. There wasn't SO much that I wanted (a strange amount of Panko-breaded options) but ultimately settled on the Pegasus wrap (which I see now isn't even on the menu on the website but is orderable?). It's essentially a lamb gyro wrap with French fries, onions, and spicy feta sauce. The lamb gyro I felt was a bit lacking in both seasoning and amount. I'll never really support raw onions in a dish, so that was a bummer. But what I think really ruined this wrap for me was the spicy feta sauce. I'm not totally sure the thought process behind this choice, but it doesn't work for this combination of ingredients. And I can handle spicy pretty well but this was really quite spicy. I would have much preferred a normal feta/tzatziki combo. And the French fries in every wrap/sandwich is a choice and kind of overpowered the other ingredients. That being said, I would consider going back for something else on the menu because the prices (especially for the portion) is nice.

Clean. Always fresh. The workers are kind. Always helpful. Spotless restaurant. Healthy choices…read more Try everything. You will not be disappointed.

Went again & yup back to normal maybe it was too late in the day. But it was good again. They…read morehave been having me in a choke hold. I always get the steak w combo white rice & Romain lettuce banana peppers, onions, olives, feta cheese & tzatziki sauce. I haven't tried any other meats. But this is my go to, love it.

The Nashville chicken over fries was quite good and if you can handle a decent amount of spice, I…read morerecommend you opt for their spicier sauces. Prices were okay, kinda pricey for what you get but everything is pricey nowadays. The coleslaw on the food was kinda mid imo but that's me comparing it to the cole slaw at two other hot chicken joints in NY. That said, no one is coming to a joint like this for the coleslaw so my criticism is irrelevant.

It's just very .. average. Got the chicken sandwich and trio jerk chicken over rice. Chicken…read moresandwhich with the chicky sauce was very mediocre and if you really wanted a chicken and rice, any other hala spot would pretty much have the same chicken and rice but probably cheaper and you won't need to eat the Mac and cheese + Cole slaw which was also very bland.

04/11 Just hanging out to get something to eat, my plus one…read moreand I decided to stay local and we were heading to another Greek restaurant but this Gem was discovered on the way. Coming in we found this gem to be top notch yet small and accommodating. It was immaculate and everything was in its place and the bar stools were so beautiful. We approached the counter, made our order and sat and waited for our food. The young lady and young man, I forgot their names, they were very cordial and pleasing to talk to. During our interaction we found out that Avli has another location in Bayside NY and this location was opened 2 years ago. When the order was ready, they brought the food out to us. We had the lamb gyro. This a huge meal, a delicious looking masterpiece that was assembled well and I found it very satisfying. This was an all lamb gyro, other places sell mixed lamb and beef. This gyro was very fresh witha full lamb flavor. We tried the orange cake for desert, it was quit delicious and not too sweet, also very satisfying. The Greek restaurants are blossoming in Franklin Square. I most definitely have choices I'm Franklin Square when I want Mediterranean dishes and I'll be back. Inspire more,Yelp more?

Stopped by Avli with my stopped one and had a really great experience. I ordered the lamb gyro, and…read moreit was absolutely delicious and well seasoned, flavorful, and very satisfying. The place itself is clean and has a nice, welcoming atmosphere. It's on the smaller side, but they seem to do a lot of takeout, so it stays pretty busy. What stood out just as much as the food was the service. The gentleman who took our order was very friendly, and the young lady working there was also warm and welcoming. That kind of service definitely makes a difference. Overall, a great spot for a quick, tasty meal. I'd definitely come back!

This is my go to spot for when I'm craving chicken and lamb over rice combo. Portions are great and…read moreyou still get a free soda! The guys are always friendly as well.

Hamza & Medina Halal Food on Union Turnpike is a must-visit if you're craving flavorful, satisfying…read morehalal food. My go-to order is the chicken over rice, which is always fresh, seasoned perfectly, and super filling. I've also had the combo rice platter, which is just as delicious. Each dish comes with a drink, which is a nice bonus. You can't go wrong with the white sauce, and if you're in the mood for some heat, the hot sauce adds a flavorful kick without overpowering the dish. I also recommend trying it with white sauce and BBQ sauce for a sweet and tangy twist. It's a takeout-only, cash-only spot with no seating, but the food is more than worth it. Parking is available either on the street or in the nearby strip mall lot, so it's pretty convenient. Service is pretty quick, but being the only good halal spot around the area, the line can back up since there is only 1 person usually in the cart. If you're in the area, this place is a no-brainer. Fast, tasty, and always hits the spot.

Food was delishes. The meat was tender And tasty. The…read moreservice was find& the restaurant was nicely decorded& very clean.

Came for the lunch specials. I got the gyro pita with French fries. All their lunch specials come…read morewith your choice of lentil or chicken and lemon soup which is nice. I opted for the lentil soup. They started us off with complimentary pita and tzatziki dipping sauce. The sauce was so yummy and very fresh. I actually took the rest of the leftovers home and used it for a few days in a variety of dishes I made. The soup was okay. My grandma got the lemon and chicken soup and it was very lemony and salty. Our food was taking a bit of time considering we were the only ones in the restaurant, I think the server was distracted by wrapping the utensils for tables. She came to take our finished soups. And the food finally came out, huge portions. My gyro was covered with lettuce cuts but not the freshest lettuce. The server was kind of slow for only have two tables. The ambience was nice. Greek music was playing and the decor was nice.

Last night we decided to go for Greek. This is my go-to Greek place even though I live a few towns…read moreover. It would not be considered fine dining from an ambiance point of view but it's cozy since it's a family run business. They do a lot of take out but there are tables to dine in should you choose. And, the menu is extensive with one dish more mouth-watering than the next. Once settled in, we started our evening with octopus and hummus. The hummus is different than I ever had before, yellow in color but so tasty and creamy. The octopus was grilled perfectly. For entrees, we had pasticcio, lamb chops and a falafel sandwich. Entrees were large, served hot and delicious. The lamb chops were incredible. Don't sleep on any of these dishes, if they are available to order. Last but not least, get the cheesecake and carrot cake. Better than most bakeries around!! Service: Our waitor Yanni was great. He was attentive, and chatty. Dominic, the owner, is often there and checks to make sure you're satisfied. Any hiccups can be quickly fixed. The outside is unassuming but definitely try it out. You won't be disappointed.

We have been going here for many years. Greek Corner never disappoints. We usually get the gyro…read moresandwiches, sometimes Chicken Souvlaki, fries, Greek salad, individual Greek Pizza and recently my daughter ordered the Santorini Wrap. All their food is prepared fresh and very good. We have gone to other Greek Restaurants and even though they were good but Greek Corner is still the best in my opinion. It's rather small and they do mostly takeout, but you can eat in. They have several tables, and the atmosphere is ok, not fancy but it's quaint and comfortable. The staff are always polite and efficient.