This place is phenomenal I was actually eating with my eyes closed The owner served us and he…read moreis a sweetheart They bring to the table naan bread with a garlic sauce Delicious I ordered the meat shawarma with a sesame sauce red onions cucumbers It was filled to the brim My sister got the chicken skewers with rice pickles So good For the finale the best baklava Pistachios inside golden brown Run to this place tonight

The food here is so authentic, fresh and tasty. The presentation is beautiful…read more The wait staff is always so friendly and accommodating.

First time to this local favorite. A very friendly and welcoming restaurant was the first thing we…read moreexperienced. Then we saw all those who came after us who were clearly regulars. This was a good sign! The bread and garlic spread is amazing! But save room the portion are great. We shared a plate of Hummus with chicken Shawarma and chicken Kabob with rice. Fantastic spice and grill flavor. We loved it with the fresh hummus. Very filling! But don't forget the soup or salad prior. I got the beef which we enjoyed more than the lentil. My daughter enjoyed the beef kabobs and son in law loved his shwarma sandwich. When we are back in town this is a must stop. Prices are a bit high, but the quality and amount you take home offsets it.

When you walk into this Shescho, you're greeted by the most lively man you've ever met. I genuinely…read morebelieve he's happier to see his customers more than some moms when they set eyes on their newborn for the first time. The food portions are hearty and authentic. I come back constantly for the bread and garlic dip. I dream of the pillowy warm bread embracing me on a difficult day. The hummus is so creamy and the fresh veggies really make me feel at home. This place is full of wonderful servers, chefs and people who truly care about the food/community they serve!

I had been seeing some posts about a viral crispy chicken shawarma at Pita House, so I finally…read moredecided to try it. I ordered online for pickup, which was super easy and ready within 15 minutes! There are some designated parking spots in their lot, just be sure to check the signs so you are parking in the right places. Otherwise there is street parking and paid lot parking nearby. When I went in there was a bit of a line but I had fun looking at the shelves full of items for purchase like olive oil, spices, cookbooks, etc. They also had a section of Asian snacks. There's plenty of seating inside to dine in, but I think they also do a lot of takeout. My order was ready when I got to the counter and it was super hot! I really liked the crispy shawarma. The only thing I would change is to chop or slice the pickles - as rounds they are too big and the griddle made them really hot, which wasn't my favorite. I got a side of garlic sauce to dip which took it to the next level (I also just really love toum). I will definitely get this again and maybe ask if they could chop the pickles a bit smaller. I'd love to try other items on their menu too!

After an appointment we had a craving for Mediterranean food. Pita House was nearby so we tried it…read more AMAZING!! It's self service so after checking out the menu and reading reviews we both chose the Sami'spita sandwich with the recommended toppings: onion taziki sauce lettuce tomato and feta. The pita bread was soft and fresh and the sandwich is huge! The meat is a combination or beef and lamb. There are several options for toppings. The food came out promptly. We observed many food delivery people coming and going which confirmed that it's a popular place. We look forward to returning soon!

This was a pleasant Mediterranean surprise here in Allendale! It is very conveniently located near…read moreGVSU, so if you work there, or are a student, this could be a nice go to place for you. I got the gyro and it was delicious! I am used to gyros being salty, but this was just right. The proportions of meat and veggies were great and the flavor was pretty flavorful. Service was really great - they had my food out in a jiffy. The woman behind the counter was super sweet!

TL;DR - 2 stars because the service staff doesn't suck, but too expensive, tiny portions, and no…read morebeef kabobs. Save your money and head somewhere else. Came in this evening to get some dinner that wasn't a burger or pizza. It wasn't our first time and we were greeted promptly by a staff member. We talked for a moment while we looked at the menu which he told me was updated 3-4 weeks ago. Long story short, I ask if I can order some single items off the "extras" menu to put together some food since they got rid of their old platters and beef kabobs. Of course, they say yes and after a few more minutes of discussion, we put in an order and have a sear. 10 minutes later, our food is done and the staff member brings over our food. I say thank you and we head out. Once we get outside, I make the comment to my wife that the bag feels SO light. Once in the car, I hand it to her, and she agrees. We get home and open the bag (it's stapled at this point) to start unpacking - the portion sizes were ridiculous. So ridiculous in fact that I threw each container on the food scale to see how bad it actually was. Spoiler alert: inconsistent portion sizes, incredibly small for the cost, and not even what we expected to get. Photos attached - 2x 16 oz. rice orders, one 10.19 oz and the other 11.75 oz., 2x beef shawarma orders, one 4.13 oz., the other 2.68 oz., and finally, 2x chicken tawouk, one 6 oz., the other 4.37 oz. Total price, $33'ish dollars for two portions about the size of a Panda Bowl. So, I called the shop - the same person who rang us up and brought us our food picked up the call. I explained the issues and he was receptive. He apologized and asked what he could do to make it right. He also said that the portions are packaged off site (I assume at their other location) so it sounds like they just reheat precooked food vs. actually prepare it fresh. I told him that I appreciated the gesture but we wouldn't be back - the cost, the portion size, and now knowing it's essentially reheated leftovers is enough for me to drive a bit further, save a couple bucks, and have an actual meal.

What great, fresh, & hot food!! The staff is super friendly…read more& help with ordering. If, need be. I've dined in & ordered takeout. Each time was fabulous.

So much food I had it again for dinner the next day! Absolutely delicious and would stop again! The…read morestaff was incredible and very welcoming.

Great atmosphere, great food, great people. Very spacious but maybe 20-40 tables available…read more If you are looking for a taste of Turkey with the experience, this is the spot. Our host was super kind, helpful with the menu and had a sense of humor. Grape leaves - I believe it was cold if I remember, and it's a softer/mushy texture. The host called it "Turkish Sushi." It was good and different! Appetizers- phenomenal. Fresh, hot, flavorful. We had cheese served on a hot stone, it was beautiful. Nothing was over or under seasoned. Everything was cooked perfectly. Nice fry, nice bake, nice sizzles. Salmon was cooked just right. Calamari was fried great and had a good crunch. Feta borek reminded me of crab cheese ragoons. I love the way it's prepared though, even bites and good flaky crunch. The shell is light and wasn't greasy. Baklava was delicious. Rice pudding was delicious. Drinks were on point. 10/10 will be back again!

We landed at Ford international headed for facilities in Ada and Grand Rapids. Our assistant…read morefigured out that if we stopped in Ada, first, we could enjoy the Zeytin Turkish restaurant. Zeytin serves authentic Turkish cuisine along with other middle eastern and American food. A table favourite was the Pepper Delight. Basically, chopped red and green peppers combined with walnuts and tomato. I highly recommend both the Rice pudding and the Fried calamari. Nice big plate I had almost all to myself. The service was friendly and somewhat attentive. My friend, Darius, ordered the Chicken shish kebab and the pita was dry, cold and stale. They immediately returned with fresh, hot, moist bread. The wait for the initial order and drink refills was a bit longer. The dining area is large, yet cozy. The eatery has a very embracing, warm ambiance and it's a great gluten-free zone. The guy that suggested we stop here eats vegan. 01/26

My colleagues and I were seated immediately. The bread and garlic sauce for the table was…read moredelicious! I ordered the half chicken dark with vegetables. The chicken was flavorful and juicy. Our server was great too and made sure to check on us. Our drinks never ran empty. It was a great setting to chat.

Bree was our excellent server. She was very helpful in choosing our dishes. We started with the…read morepita and delicious garlic spread. My meal came with salad which was fresh and delicious. I ordered the lunch special chicken kabob with rice vegetables. The vegetables were amazing! Everything was nicely spiced. The lunch portion was $16 which we thought was affordable. My husband had the chicken liver meal which he loved! He chose the lamb chili over a salad and it was delicious! We took a lot of leftovers home! It was a wonderful experience and we'll go back soon!

Love love love Gojo!! I always get the same exact thing…read morewhen we go and it's consistently the best comfort food. Their Yeshekla tibs is everythingggggg

I had heard good things about Go Jo, I wasn't still not expecting much from an Ethiopian restaurant…read morein Grand Rapids, my comparison is having had wonderful Ethiopian food in Kenya, but it was fantastic. We were greeted by a lovely woman who seemed to be running the restaurant solo. This did not stop her, she got our order in, brought tea and coffee, and then our entree in a standard amount of time. The tea was wonderful and hot on a cold February night. My brother and I shared (and for $28 we could not finish it) a sampler. For those not familiar, wash your hands, and use in injera (a thin, spongy bread) to scoop and eat. Every item was warm and flavorful with spices, we were very full by the end. My brother had never had Ethiopian before and he loved it as well. This is a restaurant to check out in Grand Rapids.