It's good! Some people on here talking about the hummus like that should be the only deciding…read morefactor of a Mediterranean restaurant. News flash, hummus has 5 traditional ingredients. It isn't rocket science weirdos. Now the kabob rice and sides were great. People reviewing it like it's a fine dining experience. Not a sit down spot but good to sit for lunch or on the go food for an at home date/dinner. Grew up with Arabic and Mediterranean food and this is good. Go and try

I stopped in here for a quick lunch after shopping. I ordered their chicken shawarma and grape…read moreleaves combo with a drink. The shawarma is very different than what I'm used to in Michigan, but it was delicious and packed with chicken. The grape leaves were good and the tea was nice and strong. The guys working were very friendly. I will definitely stop here again.

My husband and I were in town for a meeting and decided to get a quick bite before jumping on the…read moreroad. Who knew that we would find one of the best Mediterranean restaurants we've ever been to in this small town. This place is a must if you like Mediterranean cuisine.

Oh, my! Where do I start...I've had Nil's a few times now for dine in and take out. Absolutely…read moresuperb deliciousness each time! I forgot to capture a pic of my perfectly grilled salmon, drenched in the right amount of creamy sauce with vegetables at the time of this review, so I re-ordered as I was craving this deliciousness! The service was quick, and nicely packaged for UberEats. Such a cute staple in the heart of quay! I love Turkish cuisine and can't wait to visit the country again. The food and taste were 10/10 for sure! A perfect date night for yourself to mindfully enjoy each divinely orchestrated bite! I romanticize my life, treat myself, embody slow living, go on delicious foodie adventures, and curate healing experiences for my body, mind and soul. Energy is transferred into everything we do, and this meal was crafted with so much LOVE...you can feel the chef's passion!

I absolutely love eating the fresh salads and sides at Sassool! It can get pretty busy during…read morelunchtime, so plan ahead if you're in a rush--but that just shows how good the food is. I usually order the two chicken skewer kabobs with rice, a super salad, and the jalapeño cilantro hummus. The hummus is *so* good that I often grab a small container to take with me when I travel. Everything tastes incredibly fresh, and you can really tell they use quality ingredients, especially with olive oil as a base. They offer both fresh pita and gluten-free pita, which is great for anyone with dietary restrictions. Honestly, I could make a meal just out of all the sides--they're that good. The menu is consistently solid, and I feel like you really can't go wrong with anything you order. It's a perfect spot for a low-key lunch or dinner. Also worth noting: on Tuesdays, kids eat free with a paying adult, which is a great bonus for families. Highly recommend!

The ambiance is nice and welcoming. This is an order and pay restaurant where you place your order…read moreat the counter, receive your food, and can sit anywhere you'd like. The portions are very generous, so if you can't finish your meal, it's easy to take the leftovers home. They conveniently provide to-go containers and bags for customers. One thing I found a bit challenging was the ordering process. There is a huge selection of food, which can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. I would have appreciated a little more guidance from the staff when making my choices, as I think it would have helped me order more confidently. Overall, it's a good place with plenty of options and great portion sizes.

I had a pick three platter. The chicken salad was decent but not as good as Sassool. I also tried…read moretheir potatoes, which were on the vinegary side. The beets were on par with Sassool and the pomegranate salad had mostly strawberries. Vibes were nice, service was fine. Pretty easy to find parking on a Friday night.

We stopped in to visit and enjoy some Lebanese foods. We have been here a few times and enjoyed our…read morevisit but this past weekend our visit was very disappointing. We ordered the grape leaves, baklava, namoora and tabbouli. I am Lebanese and these are staples in our home. The grape leaves were extremely dry and tough. The rice was very undercooked and the leaves themselves were so dry and tough we could barely chew through them. We ordered 12 and thought maybe it was a fluke but all 12 were completely inedible and we threw them out immediately. The baklava was okay, nothing to write home about. Very simple syrup forward and you couldn't taste much else (we ordered the walnut). The namoora was stale. Very dry. Namoora should melt in your mouth with with a slight chew. This was again, tough and stale. We threw those out as well. Lastly, our favorite salad, tabbouli. The lemon taste was nonexistent. The parsley wasn't chopped fine as Tabbouli should be. It was a watery mess. Overall, we won't be back. We spent over $75 on 4 items and left feeling hungry and bamboozled. There are other Lebanese food spots to visit in the Raleigh area, I will stick to those. Please do better when representing Lebanese cuisine. 15 workers behind the counter can seem like you're doing something right but in the end, it all comes down to the freshness and authenticity of what you are claiming to serve.

Absolutely love the spinach zaki here. Not really a fan of the falafel zaki but, if you are a lover…read moreof falafel, try it for yourself. Pita bread and hummus were fine, but I would try a hummus with a little spice or other flavor next time (if available). This is a good catering option for group meetings if you're looking for something vegetarian-friendly.

On the way back from downtown, decided to stop here because one of their options sounded very good…read more There is parking but not many spots however the location was not super busy. It definitely had patrons though. The person in front ordered like 5 meals so that made me think if I should try two options instead of one. I came pretty hungry. I ordered the chicken pesto panini. OMG! It was so, so good. I wish it was bigger but the one was very satisfying. I got the combo for an extra $4.99. For about $16 with the tip, not bad. Although I should've avoided the fries, those were also good. The sauce they give you, not sure what it is, but I used it all. I did add some of the ketchup from packets they offered by the drink station. Nice, clean place. The employees did greet me and thank me. I'll come back and try the other option then.

this restaurant is delicious and has a really cool ambiance…read more we ordered to drink: the frozen daiquiri & the happy tears cocktail. very delicious but very strong. for appetizers we ordered: the seasonal pickles. the vegetables are pickles, banana peppers, carrots and tomato. SO SO good! and the tomato matbucha (not pictured) came with 3 things of bread..and the dish was similar to a hummus. Was also delicious. And the Spanish anchovies, I am not a fan of anchovies but my boyfriend said they were good and he would order them again. for our main dish we ordered the slow roasted shrimp. the corn & poblano pepper mix was 10/10 and the taro chips on top just made the entire dish come together perfectly. would definitely recommend ordering it. the service and the ambiance of the restaurant was amazing. we were too full to have a night cap out back, but we had a glance at the boat bar area and we will be coming back to have a drink out there- very cool setup!

What a treat dining at Ajja! I was in the triangle visiting a childhood friend and his family and…read morethey raved about this spot. Two kids under 12 and the kids raved about this spot! They weren't wrong. We were out on their patio on a summer evening, a mix of fans and a good cross breeze kept it nice and the vibey decor helped us learn into the summer heat. Shared plates, roasted flavors and a cocktail driven menu sets the theme. We started out with a few amazing spreads then shared large format fish, beef and veg. For the starters, the roasted carrots and the roasted eggplant spreads were served up with home made pita served piping hot! Both spreads were delicious, balancing savory and a hint of sweet with just enough spice to add depth w/o taking away from the natural veggie flavors. The fried haloumi was gobbled up so fast I almost didn't get a picture of it! For the mains, we had the fried fish which was ZOMG!!!! Flaky but still juicy, bathed in this east Asian inspired sauce and sprinkled with fresh herbs that gave the whole dish a pop! The kids destroyed most of it. The Short rib fell apart with a fork!! Enough said!! And the charted cabbage and broccoli was such a crowd favorite we almost got another order but had to leave room for dessert. The table shared the strawberry shortcake and I opted for an espresso martini that was both sweet and balanced and so smooth you could take it in one glug. The shortcake was a hit with the kids and parents! The cocktails were all perfectly balanced and the service was immaculate. No notes from me except to check this place out!!

We so enjoyed our lunch today at Al-Basha! The chicken and lamb skewers were delicious. The chicken…read morewas the tenderest I've ever had. The sides were got were perfect with the kebabs. The daily rice offering with the garlic sauce went very well together. Friendly service, cooked to order and reasonably priced. Also, we had fun shopping in their well stocked market while we waited. We will go back soon! Thanks you!

Absolutely one of the best shawarma sandwiches I've had! The meat was perfectly seasoned, tender,…read moreand packed with flavor. The fresh vegetables, creamy garlic sauce, and soft, warm pita brought everything together perfectly. Every bite was delicious. Great quality, generous portions, and friendly service. I'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend this place to anyone craving an amazing shawarma!

Come within 2 hours of opening on a Sat/Sun for doner. Get the doner wrap or iskender (if you eat…read morea lot). It is the best doner around, just as good as what you get in Istanbul. They do run out of doner before dinner. The place is full at lunch, so come early. Delicious bread with a nice olive oil-based sauce is complimentary. They refill it, which is a very nice touch. Plenty of staff to take orders and clean. You will be in and out in an hour or less unless you need to wait for a table. Very impressive restaurant near downtown in Cary.

I came to Bosphorus on a Sunday evening for dinner with friends, and the restaurant was packed…read more Thankfully, we didn't have to wait too long for a table. The service was friendly, though it seemed like a team effort, so different staff members would take our order or bring out food instead of one dedicated server. That occasionally led to delays when we asked for refills or extra plates, and we usually had to repeat the request to our waitress later. For dinner, I shared the Kofta Kebab and Lahmacun with a friend, and the portion size was just enough for both of us to leave full. Unfortunately, parts of the kebab were burnt, so maybe we just caught them on an off night. Surprisingly, my favorite part of the meal was the warm pita bread they brought to the table. If you're looking to try Turkish food, Bosphorus is worth checking out, but I'd probably order different dishes next time or visit when it's a little less busy.