**GOAT ITEM** FATTEH **Michelin Star Restaurant**…read more I love venturing out of our comfort zone and trying restaurant sub-types that I don't have where I live, such as Lebanese. Suraya is located in Fishtown a bit outside the city, but the Uber here was totally worth it. This restaurant is PHENEMONAL! We decided to go with the "A taste of Suraya" for $78 a person. Of course, we started with the Hummous, Baba Ganoush, Muhammara, Labneh, & Taboule which are basically 5 separate hummus that are served as an appetizer. 3 of the hummus I really liked: Hummous - chickpeas seasoned with tehina, lemon & garlic Baba Ganoush - charred eggplant seasoned with tehina, lemon, garlic & urfa biber Muhammara - roasted red pepper and walnut dip * seasoned with chili, cumin & pomegranate 1 Hummus was ok: Labneh - strained yogurt finished with za'atar, tomatoes, cucumber, olives & mint 1 Hummus I wouldn't eat again: Taboule - parsley salad with cucumber, tomato, scallion & mint * seasoned with lemon The absolute star of the night was the Fatteh. The Fatteh is: warm chickpeas, eggplant, crispy pita & tehina yogurt * almonds, cashews & brown butter. An absolute GOAT (Greatest of All Time) food item you can get anywhere. I could eat this thing all day every day. I've never had anything like it anywhere else. As my hot food item, I chose Makanek which were little lamb sausages. I thought they were fine, not out of this world good, but solid. To drink, I had a $16 Throne of Beauty which is: mezcal, ancho reyes, contratto bitter, pineapple, sesame orgeat & grapefruit Unfortunately I couldn't taste any mezcal in the drink so it was basically a fruity drink and not very good. I also had a $17 Obscured Hallows (Old Fashioned): elijah craig bourbon, rittenhouse rye, sherry, brown butter, semolina & date It was much better and exactly on point. For the entree, I had Kawarma: slow roasted lamb * baharat, dill yogurt, cucumber & pomegranate salad The server recommended this as his favorite item on the menu and it did not disappoint. I thought it was absolutely perfect. I made a reservation online. This restaurant is absolutely worth the uber trip outside the city. The food is top notch as was the service. Looks like a cute little area with a lot more bars and restaurants all up and down the street. Highly recommend! Get out of your comfort zone and try some Lebanese food, if you haven't had any!

If you're a fan of Lebanese cuisine, this is a restaurant you'll want to add to your must-visit…read morelist. From the moment you walk in, the space makes an impression. The restaurant offers several seating options, including bar seating, a chef's counter, a beautiful garden patio, and a traditional dining room, each creating its own unique experience. We opted for the chef's counter, and it was absolutely the right choice. Watching the kitchen work with such precision and care gave us an even greater appreciation for every dish that arrived at the table. To start, we ordered two cocktails: The Poet and The Golden Belt. The Poet was light, refreshing, and beautifully balanced--an easy-drinking cocktail that complemented the meal perfectly. The Golden Belt was equally impressive, with its vibrant turmeric hue adding visual appeal and a unique twist on a classic Old Fashioned. Our first course was the Samke Nayyeh, and it set the tone for the evening. The yellowtail was exceptionally fresh, and the combination of herbs, jalapeño, and creamy labneh was incredibly well balanced. The edible flowers added an elegant pop of color, making the dish almost too beautiful to disturb. Paired with the warm, fresh pita, every bite was outstanding. We also tried the pickled olives and vegetables. While the olives were flavorful, this was the one dish that didn't quite stand out compared to everything else. I'd probably skip it on a return visit and save room for more of the menu's highlights. For the main course, we shared the 28-ounce ribeye for two, served with toum, hummus, baba ghanoush, and charred onion, tomato, and pepper. This was unquestionably the star of the meal. The steak was cooked flawlessly with a perfect crust and rich, beefy flavor, while each spread brought something unique to the table. The toum was intensely garlicky, the hummus silky smooth, and the baba ghanoush wonderfully smoky. We also ordered the Batata Harra--salt-roasted potatoes tossed with long hot peppers, garlic, lemon, and cilantro. Crispy on the outside, fluffy inside, and packed with bright, bold flavors, they were the ideal accompaniment to the steak. To top it all off, our host, Ryan, treated us to the Rakakat, crispy fried cheese served with a garlic spread. It was an incredibly thoughtful gesture and a fantastic way to end the meal. The delicate, crispy exterior paired perfectly with the rich, melty cheese and the creamy garlic sauce. From the warm hospitality to the thoughtful presentation and expertly executed dishes, every part of this experience felt intentional. It was the perfect finale to our trip to Philadelphia, and it's a restaurant I'll gladly return to the next time I'm in town.

Great food, and great service. Went at 9 on a saturday, and the place was not that full, but the…read moreservers were very kind, especially accommodating a 5 person walk in. Immediately, let us know what they had run out of. Ordered the hummus and falafel, fries, and chai for the table. All of which were delicious. The falafel was crispy, and fries well seasoned. Everyone liked the food they ordered. All the entrees came out in stone pots, with big enough portions that we could have also gotten a couple entrees for everyone to share instead.

This restaurant didn't live up to the hype at all. The…read moregamey flavor of lamb haneeth wasn't removed. Grilled fish, it's a rip-off. Fish not fresh at all, tasted mushy, tasted HORRIBLE!!!!! Also,it's steamed fish not grilled, the fishy smell had not been eliminated. I believed fish in between 1lb,$35 for for the trash, I learned the lesson.

My husband and I love going here the meat and service is always great. I can't wait to see the new…read morestore when it opens.

This place is certified Zabihah. Cuts of meats you can't find at other places. If you want a…read morespecial cut they take request. Customer service is great and prices are fair. Parking is not the best but the food quality is worth it. I have been coming to this places for over 13 years. May Allah grant this business with continued success. Ameen!

Food is always amazing and my favorite is the spinach pie and beef kebab…read more I have eaten inside the restaurant and the staff is always friendly They will ask that you not use your cell phone while there Which is never a problem for me I have door dash my meal and it is always well packed and tasty

Lol wasn't sure how I was going to review this place when there are signs says no cell phone! But…read moreI saw two guys using their phones so don't fear! I took some quick pics! Son's friend recommended this place for sandwiches and since he said the onion rings were good that made it a must go to place! We had the: Beef shawarma maroosh style 5/5: The best thing about this humongous sandwiches is the bread is crispy but soft. I was surprised at the price but the sandwich is so big we really could have split one but ordering two left us they both. The beef is so tender it reminded me of chinese beef stew for some reason. Not that it tasted like chinese beef stew but the texture was just so melt in your mouthy! Loved the veggies on it and the sauce! chicken shawarma maroosh style 5/5: Son and DIL loved it here and recommended it. Hubs preferred it cuz he's a chicken fan and loved it for all the same reasons listed above. Onion rings 5/5: Rings were nice and crisp without being overly greasy or fried. It's a nice place with just a couple of booths inside. Originally I was only going to give it 4 stars cuz the way it's set up is weird when they tell you where to stand and where to go...it just didn't feel warm and inviting when you walk in but honestly when I'm in philly again I will make it a point to stop by so that makes it a 5 in my book.

I'm not quite sure how we found this place, but it has been worked into our regular rotation for…read morelunch. It provides a chill atmosphere and some very taste food. While they are usually lightly staffed when we come, the staff is always on point, friendly, and willing to help with selections. My go to has been their platters. You get plenty of protein, a heavy salad, and some amazing rice. I mean, I do not usually get to into rice, but their is great. One of the staff recommended this non-alcoholic beers they had it various flavors which I'm sort of hooked on. I can't remember the brand but I usually go Apple or Strawberry. Their Chai is also very good if you are in a tea mood. Overall, a clear recommend in my book. Enjoy!

This is a Kebab restaurant in Philly. It has modern vibes -…read morenot really a hole in the wall vibe. It feels upscale but still small. I got some platters and I really enjoyed it. Each table has three sauces. There is the white sauce, and a red and green sauce. The white sauce is good - like a mix between ranch and tzitzaki. The green sauce is minty, and the red one is spicy. I was really happy with the lamb. It was very tender and flavorful. It also came hot out of the grill. It didn't have a "strong" lamb flavor and was slightly smoky. The rice was super fragrant. I think it had a lot of butter or oil so it felt moist, and the carrots/raisons inside were a nice touch. The food went really well with the three sauces. There was also a good cardamom flavor inside. The food came with a ciabatta-like fried bread. I recommend this restaurant

We are semi-regulars to this place and the quality has remained consistently top notch, with very…read morenice service. I'm very fond of the interior which is charming and understated, with an area for prayer for Muslims which is exceptionally convenient. We got lamb shank with Kabuli Pulao and chicken kofta kebab with pulao. Both were absolutely amazing. The lamb is extremely soft and tender while being juicy at the same time. Their chicken kebab is amazing too; the rice is some of the best I've had. And we always generously douse it in their white sauce, some of the best sauce I've had. I think the flavor profile is great even for people who can't handle spice, it's flavorful and very manageable even for mild Western palates. If you're looking for a good option for dine in or takeout, better go check it out.

Baba Grill has the best wings and monkfish. Some of the best food in town. I definitely suggest…read moregoing there.

Having a Turkish husband means that we are always on the hunt for Turkish places wherever we go, so…read morewhile in Philly, this popped up on Yelp and had great ratings so we had to try it. It was a busy and cold Saturday night, but after greeting the owner (manager?) in Turkish, they were able to squeeze us in. We had a delicious shepherd's salad and some lahmacun. That was more than enough for both of us and both were excellent. Service was great, prices were fair and we got our fix of a taste of Turkiye and we were on our way. Definitely recommend.

Babaganoush $11 (grilled & pureed eggplant flavored with tahini, lemon juice, olive oil and garlic)…read morecame with some bread. This was good. We cleaned the dish completely! Bread got a little dry after a while so eat it up quickly! Lamb Beyti $27 (ground fresh baby lamb, grilled on skewer and served wrapped in lavash and topped with tomato sauce and greek yogurt) - the warm lamb with cold yogurt made a nice combo. The lamb was on the hard side which I didn't mind. The yogurt goes well with the bread from the babaganoush as well. Would come back for this and to try other things.

Marrakesh is one of my absolute favorite places to eat in Philadelphia!!…read more I wish it existed in more cities. This is a multicourse journey through Marrakesh that cannot be repeated anywhere else except for maybe in the real Marrakesh. From the Bastilla pastry, which is DIVINE, to the salads, the chicken and kebabs... all the way to the baklava and tea.... there is no bad bite at Marrakesh. The owners are welcoming and super amenable and make you feel like you're coming home every single time you visit. It's in a odd location, and you may feel like you are making a questionable life decision as you walk up the alley to the door, but when you arrive, you realize that in fact, it was one of the best decisions you've made in years!! When you enter, it's like you've been transported to a beautiful room in Morocco. The music, the decor, even the authentic seating make for an unforgettable experience. And if you get really lucky, you also get to see the belly dancers who are top notch! There is not a single thing I can think of to say that Marrakesh needs to improve. It is a one of a kind experience that I feel everyone should have at least once in life!

What an incredible experience and much better than our last visit almost 7-8 years ago. The last…read moretime we came, the AC was broken on a hot day in the summer and it completely turned me off despite having an amazing visit my first time. I'm so glad my friends wanted to come here to celebrate our Friendsgiving. The food was as good as I remembered , the service as ever warm and welcoming. Since I hadn't been for so long, I ate everything as was prepared - but I'm happy to hear it sounds like they have veg options on their tasting menu. I'm looking forward to trying that my next return. But I couldn't say no to their chicken after almost a decade I highly recommend checking out this business for a delicious family style cooked meal.