Following a much needed *complete* renovation including new seating and improvements in the back…read moreof the house, this latest edition of Smokin' Grill Xpress appears to offer a much more reliable version of the enjoyable experiences it once offered. For one, staff seem to be trained well and stay around much longer nowadays while the kitchen staff are working much quicker and reliably to get your orders out. I used to regular have to ask for corrections but that hasn't been an issue of late. As for the food, they have seemingly doubled the size of their menu so there's much more for me to try out, but their classics like the Brisket, Philly Cheesesteak and especially the Zinger Fried Chicken Sandwich have seen marked improvements. That last comes out crispy, thick and with a spicy garlic mayo that's to die for. If they improve across the board like that it's a winner. This has definitely moved to deserve it's spot as a local institution I would recommend and if this trajectory continues, I'll probably be back later to bump up their rating.

Comfy interior, eclectic menu in a working class neighborhood, not fussy…read more Can seat up to 60 in padded leather booths, tables for 4, and a long bench seat & tables across 1 wall. Ice cold A/C revives you quickly from Texas Summer heat outside. Friends reunite here for gentle conversations & a meal. Variety of Middle East, Desi, and American burgers or Beef Brisket. Parking right in front, next to 7-Eleven along 14th Street at Shiloh Rd, east side of Plano, TX They also make ice cream here, and gave me a sample of Mango flavor. It was light & sweet with good texture. Come here to avoid the corporation foods, get old school spices & flavors!

I've been to Abu Omar a few times, and each visit has been pretty subpar. The interior is very…read morebright, with a lot of warm colors. The service isn't particularly friendly--it's very much an order at the kiosk, sit down, and eat kind of place. I've had the sandwiches and rice platters, both of which were decent but nothing mind-blowing

Flavor, Freshness & Full-On Satisfaction at Abu Omar Halal - Dallas…read more Shawarma cravings? Fully. Satisfied. I've tried Abu Omar Halal in Orlando and now at two different Texas locations, including this one in Dallas--and the consistency is seriously impressive. No matter where I go, the flavor hits every single time. What We Ordered: * Arabic-Style Shawarma Wrap - Tender, juicy meat with just the right amount of seasoning. Wrapped tight and no soggy mess. * Falafel - Crispy, golden outside with a light, herby interior. Freshly made and full of flavor. * Loaded Fries with Beef Shawarma - A must-share (or not, no judgment). Crunchy fries loaded with shawarma, garlic sauce, and just enough kick. * Family Shawarma Plate with Fries - Big portions, great variety, and perfect for a hungry group. Note on Service Time: Was the service fast? Not exactly. But here's the thing--it's clearly made fresh to order, and you can taste the difference. Everything came out hot, seasoned well, and never felt rushed or reheated. Highlights: * Consistently great across multiple cities * Clean setup and friendly staff * Ideal for late-night bites, group meals, or serious shawarma lovers Bottom line: worth the wait. If you're in Dallas and looking for real-deal shawarma that delivers every time, Abu Omar Halal is it. I'll be back--and probably ordering extra garlic sauce next time.

My husband, brother, cousin, and my son and I came here for dinner on a Saturday night. We ordered…read morenaan, goat biryani, beef haleem, and nihari. They also have a buffet, but we wanted to order separate dishes. For drinks, we ordered mango lassi. The mango lassi was so fresh and delicious. My son loved it as well. This place is large with plenty of seating. The staff and service are great. Please read further for pros and cons for different foods/drinks we tried: Food: *Nihari* The meat was so tender and the gravy delicious. This went perfectly with their piping hot naan, which was very fluffy and had a great tandoor taste. No complaints here. *Goat Biryani* I did not try this, but it looked incredible *Haleem* The haleem was a little flavorless and a little watery for my liking, but it wasn't bad. *Macaroni & Cheese* I ordered this for my son and it wasn't good at all. It looked like they used a whole box of macaroni and a whole lot of cream and milk, but it didn't taste cheesy at all and was not appetizing. It also came out extremely hot and there was no warning of not touching the bowl, and it wasn't served with anything underneath it. *Chocolate Ice Cream* I also ordered this for my son and he loved it. The ice cream was very creamy and appetizing. Overall, I think the quality of the food here is great. Of course I wouldn't expect this to be an expert on making macaroni and cheese, so it's perfectly fine that that dish wasn't great. The Nihari is absolutely amazing. I am looking forward to coming back here and trying the vegetarian dishes as well as the many other dishes they have.

Excellent food and service every time Go see Kashif and his…read morebrother keeping their Father's legacy going

Food, service, and ambiance were great! Everyone was super nice & helpful when it came to ordering…read more Best pizza and biryanis in Richardson

Everything was good! I ordered chicken biryani and it was spicy. The spice was accumulating each…read morebite! Garlic naan was also good but needed to be cooked longer. Also got a beef samosa and it was bomb

Order was incomplete Rice tasted and smelled very off…read moreEggplant and broccoli were not fresh Really wasted my money

The potato is uncooked/ raw. And the gyro meat is hard, dry and old. It was delivered and I…read morewonder if this is how the food always is? I am very disappointed. The broccoli is flavored well and a bit crispy. Rice is good. Sauce on the side which is good.

It's no for me. Chicken was moist and hot but missed flavor and greasy tasting. Mash potatoes…read moretasted instant and gravy lumpy. Hush puppies were the only redeeming food

Welp! We did take out of this place on 2/21. Some friends raved about the chicken…read more Unfortunately, we didn't feel the same. The best thing about the food was the french fries. The dirty rice had no flavor at all. The service was suspect.

We always get takeout for this place but it's always delicious after the trek home!…read more The soy garlic is our family's go to. We've tried a few of the other flavors in the past, but clearly nothing is standing out to me. Plenty of sides to add to the meal but the pickled daikon comes with the order of chicken and that's the only real side that's a necessity, IMO. Oh wait, we did dine in like twice and it's even better freshly fried but be careful because it's (temperature) hot! No mention on service but the staff is always kind a when handing our order to us. Everything is well packed whether dining there or takeout. Ambiance is just your typical Asian food court - it can be loud during lunch and dinner rushes but all of the patrons are mindful of one another so it's a pleasant experience.

Had dinner here tonight. I ordered the hot and spicy wings and fried calamari. The calamari were…read morelarge thick rings that were extremely oily and had no flavor at all. The wings were not at all hot and spicy. I really didn't enjoy this meal at all.

I mean this as a compliment, but this is the best version of 'mall Chinese' that you'll find…read more Massive portions served crispy and steaming hot. Gyoza was excellent. Definitely recommend, disregard the mismatched interior.

Yikes! A 38 on yalls health inspection?!?!?!?!??! The…read morereviews seem decent but that health dept score says otherwise Yall must be good at covering things up