Food was delicious! We ate at the bar and the service there was spot on. Atmosphere was lively.read more

Tried something new for lunch and visited Epice. Not being familiar with the cuisine, I had to…read morestudy the menu. I had the Al Rahab (charred eggplant) appetizer which pleasantly surprised me as I've never been a fan of anything eggplant. Entree was Shawarma. It was all delicious. Location had a minimalist vibe. While I was there for lunch, I could tell that at night this place would be a fantastic spot.

Everything was incredible. The bread. The hummus. The lamb. I can't say enough good things. The…read morebathrooms were very clean and that says a lot to me about a place. Our server couldn't have been nicer, I wish I could remember his name. Everyone in there was so kind. I can't wait to come back again!

We checked out Zad last night and thought it was pretty good overall. The restaurant looked new…read moreand the interior was cute. I like the left side of their restaurant with this nook type setting, I wouldn't mind sitting there next time. Our server was a high school girl who was extremely nice, she definitely added to our experience by taking the time to talk to us a bit even though she was pretty busy. The fresh pita bread and dips (garlic butter and salsa) provided were very nice and definitely a draw for me to go back. The garlic butter is actually Lebanese toum, which is famous for looking exactly like a fluffy, creamy white butter, but it is actually a dairy-free emulsion of raw garlic, oil, lemon juice, and salt. If you are not used to raw garlic, this may shock your senses a bit! We weren't super hungry, so we just ordered a couple of wraps - hummus deluxe and hummus chicken shawarma. It took a long whilenfor ancouple of wraps to come out, but luckily we had the bread to keep us company. The wraps were ultimately served fresh and hot, so that was nice and I would rather wait for hot food than have quick but cool food. Overall tasty, if a touch on the dry side. Just read another updated review about long wait yesterday, so last night may have been atypical. I do plan to go back and try something else!

this vestavia hills location is my "kitchen away from…read morehome." we order 2-3 times weekly, and, honestly, this local team has such a great spirit, so incredibly gracious, from the phone call order to the order handover. possibly, the very kind, and attentive employees enhance the experience of our fresh food order. i so very much appreciate their efforts to consistently cook and deliver a lovely meal for me and my family. thank you. taziki's vestavia. xxx, cbb

First time at this location but long a fan of this chain of fast casual Mediterranean restaurant…read more Ample parking at least for lunch despite being in a fairly busy strip mall. Minimal wait to order and food quickly arrived at the table. My go to is typically one of their gyros. Usually the Lamb Gyro with Pasta Salad or Tomato-Cucumber Salad. We regularly get the Grilled Chicken Family Feast for takeout with Hummus and Whipped Feta from the location close to home. The Family Feast for 4 is plenty for 6 or 7. Especially when you add Grilled Veggies for my vegetarian daughter.

I love Makarios! I've been eating here for years. Service is, for the most part, always good, and…read morethe food is consistently delicious! I've honestly never had a dish here that I didn't like. My favorites include the Zesty Ghallaba (chicken or salmon), the Shish Tawook with Lemon Oregano and the Spinach Salad with Grilled Chicken. The ambiance is perfect for date night or a nice dinner by yourself. On average, for two people, expect to spend between $45-$55 on authentic Mediterranean cuisine that's been a staple in the city for years. Give them a try. You won't be disappointed! Pro Tip: Their salad dressing is available for purchase. Get you a bottle for the house!

The food was very good and so was the service. This is a great place to bring a family or enjoy a…read moredate night! I had a gyro which is the best in Birmingham. My wife had a greek salad with chicken. And had to bring some home for lunch the next day. The atmosphere is casual and clean! The menu is extensive with great variety and reasonably priced.

I was really excited to try this place because of the good reviews but it was such a letdown…read more When we walked in, there were maybe two other customers. We were seated pretty quickly but waited about 30 minutes before the server came back to give us menus. He appeared to be the only person working so I tried to cut him some slack but it was another 20-30 minutes before we were even able to place our order. They brought out salad appetizers, which were essentially just fresh-cut lettuce with no dressing or flavor. Our food finally came out after about 45 minutes of waiting. I ordered the Beef Kebob and my husband got the Lamb Mandi. The beef itself was flavorful and tender, but there were only about 4-5 small pieces sitting on top of a huge portion of rice. The rice was bland and dry. The lamb mandi also lacked flavor, and the lamb was very dry and bland as well. Overall, it was a pretty underwhelming experience.

I decided to try something completely new to me while on Green Springs, and I ended up at…read moreBirmingham's first and only Yemeni restaurant. Mandi Oasis is unassuming with a small sign right on Green Springs. I had no idea what to order, so I played it safe with Chicken Mandi and a side of naan bread. I had to get back to the office so I ordered to-go. Not even 10 minutes passed before I was walking out with a massive grocery bag of food. What a MASSIVE amount of food. I got a half chicken and a massive pile of rice with the chicken Mandi order. It also came with reshly ground house hot sauce that was spicy but not unbearable. Mostly fresh tomato with a slight jalapeno flavor. The chicken was very tender and juicy. Very lightly spiced, like a super mild baked chicken. It was really delicious. Salad didn't have any dressing and I wasn't sure what to do with it. I didn't eat it. It looked like it was iceberg and cucumbers. Maybe I was supposed to mix it into the rice? The RICE!!! OMG. Perfectly cooked very long grains of basmati were so flavorful with lots of exotic herbs and spices. I pulled out bay leaves and a cinnamon stick- like this is so good. Some of the best rice I've ever had!

Costas is located at 3443 Lorna Road…read moreHoover, AL Alex, took my order and gave me service with a smile. He explained the menu and answered all of my questions. I ordered the Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo and Cesar Salad for lunch and it was delicious. The ambiance was quiet with customers dining in for lunch. I use to eat here years ago and I was never disappointed. If you're looking for Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, give COSTAS in Hoover a try. The food is cooked when ordered. They also take to go orders It was the Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo for me. Enjoy because I definitely did.

Ordered the chicken Alfredo for two it was enough for at the least 3 people. Trust me chicken is…read moreoptional the noodles by themselves are well worth it!

Our cashier's name was Sami. Me and two friends came in and we each ordered a chicken kabob plate…read moreto go. He was very nice and polite and did a great job waiting on us and helping us with our order. The food was fantastic and delicious. This place is great and I give it 5 stars. Great job and customer service and great ambiance too.

Don't let the casual atmosphere fool you--this place serves some seriously good Mediterranean food…read more The restaurant is spotless, nicely decorated, and the staff was welcoming. It's counter service, so you order at the register and pick up your food when it's ready, making it a relaxed, no-frills experience. We ordered the lamb shank platter along with the lentil soup, and everything was outstanding. The lamb shank was incredibly tender and cooked perfectly, the rice was fragrant and packed with flavor, and the platter came with a generous assortment of hummus, tahini, yogurt sauce, and other accompaniments that made every bite different. The lentil soup was rich and comforting. It leaned a little heavier on the curry than I personally prefer, but that's simply a matter of taste--it was still delicious, and we finished every last spoonful. If you're looking for authentic, flavorful Mediterranean food at a great price, this place is absolutely worth visiting. They don't serve alcohol, which is pretty typical for many Mediterranean restaurants, and honestly, the food is more than enough reason to go. I only wish more people would venture into places like this instead of sticking to the big chains. We'll definitely be back whenever we're in the Pelham area again.

At the recommendation of my Guy, we ate here for lunch today. This jewel is nestled in a shopping…read morecenter in Vestavia Hills that has Red Lobster as an anchor. It's literally a cute little mom and pop restaurant, so I knew that it was gonna be good, and it was gonna be authentic. When you walk in, you order, pay then find somewhere to sit. I ordered the pastichio with green beans, and my guy ordered the grilled ribeye with Greek potatoes and green beans. He absolutely loved the steak, as he said he would because he had been there before. He was as happy as a kid in a candy store. My pastichio was authentic and flavorful but in a couple of places it had been heated up too high which caused the pasta to be extra hard and inedible. Not necessarily a deal breaker. In fact, I placed a to-go order for this same dish to eat tomorrow. The owner was very personable and came around to make sure we were good. The owner's son also offered to discard our paper plates and utensils. Don't go here looking for a fancy, date night restaurant. However, if you want some authentic, well seasoned Greek dishes, this is your place. I will definitely return when I'm in the mood for some delicious Greek food.

Food is very good but the place is filthy. The lack of cleanliness is beyond belief. Sticky floors,…read morefilthy rest room, tables and walls dirty. We simply can't return as the lack of cleanliness is a huge turn off.