Myself and a freind just ate there. I had the chicken kabob…read moremeal and my freind had the Lebanese chicken meal.. Absolutely delicious The 2 ladies staff we so sweet! I Love the little market where you can buy all kinds of international products I am definitely going back to eat.

Delicious and very reasonable prices. Great owners and nice little shop also…read more Right in the middle of town Try it, you'll love it!!!!

A true gem in the Valley. I visited the Persian Room for the first time with visiting family, and…read morewe were amazed. Firstly, the interior is GRAND - in size and extravagance. Every detail you notice is extravagant and purposeful. Visiting on a Saturday for lunch, there were plenty of other families eating together too. I noticed the crowd was mostly older, which lets you know this restaurant is a true staple in the community (I find that usually the old people know what's up). As all 4 of us weren't super hungry, we split the Persian Room Special- Combination of barg (Filet mignon), chicken filet and Koobideh kebab, served with basmati rice and grilled tomato. It was a huge portion of food, served on a large silver platter. The menu states that it serves 2, but it perfectly filled us 4 adults! Granted, we weren't super hungry to begin with, but 2 is definitely an underestimate. I'd say it can easily satisfy 3 hungry adults. Anyway, quantity aside, THE FOOD WAS AMAZING! Everything was so flavorful and paired well together. The meat was also juicy. My favorite was the koobideh kebab for sure. There isn't much more I can say, as the food speaks for itself. The Persian Room is definitely something you need to try for yourself. Weeks later, I'm still craving it and will definitely be back!

It's a lovely place and our server was one of my favorites that I've ever had. That being said, the…read morefood was so off that even my coworker, who is a regular, couldn't finish it. Her lamb shank was so fatty, there was barely any meat. The sauce it comes it wasn't hot - it was sort of warm, and she said the flavor wasn't there. My rack of lamb was ok, cooked to rare just how I wanted it, but it too, had a lot of sinew for little meat lollipops. My rice was also room temp, which could be fine, but seemed a bit odd to me. Thankfully this was a business meal, but we would have been both extremely disappointed had it come from our own pockets. Given all the five star reviews, I want to think this was a really off night. Wouldn't be my first choice next time, but I could go back and give it another shot.

Came for lunch with my wife, we got the Falafel, Caesar Chicken Sandwich, and the Hummus Plate with…read moreGrilled Chicken. Everything tasted fresh and the portions were generous. Staff was helpful without being pushy and the lunch specials make it easy to try a few things. Clean, straightforward spot. One of the better Mediterranean options I've had around Scottsdale.

Food is bomb, but the employee Kyle... my boy is a dawg. Going to be a great salesman someday. Knew…read morethe menu inside and out and explained everything to a T. Everyone was all smiles and great customer service. Portions are huge. Great spot. Great ambiance.

What an incredible dining experience! From the moment we walked in, we felt genuinely welcomed. The…read moreowner is friendly, down-to-earth, hilarious, and makes you feel right at home. The food was absolutely outstanding. We had the Beef Wellington, goat curry, lamb shoulder over pasta, and lamb chops--every dish was cooked to perfection and full of flavor. You can really tell they take pride in the quality of their food. Our server, with a hairstyle that reminded us of Bo Derek in 10, was simply awesome--friendly, attentive, and fun. The bartender was just as personable and helped make the evening even more enjoyable. It's rare to find a restaurant that serves food of this caliber while making you feel like family. By the time we left, it honestly felt like we had made new friends with the entire staff. We highly recommend this place and will definitely be back!

Urban Fraiche came up in a search when I was looking for a nice restaurant before heading to a…read moreconcert. It was on the way, farm-to-table concept, looked intriguing, had options for both my husband and me, AND they took reservations... great, sold! From the outside, it is pretty unassuming, but walking in, with the coziness of the place, the staff, and the Mediterranean/Middle Eastern vibe -- we immediately liked it! Our server, Romeo, was so kind, knowledgeable, and accommodating -and honestly, the other servers were as well. We started with the watermelon salad, which on a VERY hot Phoenix summer day just hit the spot! My husband, being a must-have-protein kinda guy, went with the surf and turf, and I couldn't pass up the cauliflower "steak" experience. Both dishes were excellent -- colorful, fresh, and robust in flavor. I had also ordered a falafel earlier, which was excellent. Since both my salad and entrée leaned a little sweeter than I personally prefer -- especially the cauliflower, where I think a hint of smoked salt and a little heat would have balanced it beautifully -- I needed to finish with something savory. So, I asked for two more falafels. To my surprise, they came with the full-on presentation and flavors -- and I am SO happy they did! As a bit of a falafel "snob," that dish was divine, perfectly balanced, and ended up being the highlight of my meal! My reasons for giving 4 stars instead of 5: it is definitely on the pricey side, my dishes leaned a bit sweet for my taste, and the food did take quite a while to come out -- especially considering that for part of our visit we were the only table, and the restaurant never really got busy. Also, the owner, who seemed to schmooze with all the other tables, simply never stopped by ours. I have to admit, we felt a little like the stepchildren... Overall, though, a wonderful experience, and we will definitely be back when we're in the Phoenix area or for a special occasion.

Wow!! One of my favorite places I've tried in the city so far. I had the falafel with rice, and it…read morewas amazing. My friend had the falafel and fries, and they loved their meal too. The service was perfect, and the atmosphere was amazing as well. This place was pretty crowded, so I would recommend getting there before the crowds. But honestly, it wasn't bad at all and we didn't have a long wait. I give this place 5 stars! Delicious food, great service, and I'll definitely be returning.

Awesome spot. Had my dog before an appointment she had and realized this place had a dog friendly…read morepatio. Great service, super helpful staff, and they just started a rewards program last week. I will definitely return just for the pet friendliness and great service alone. The food slaps. So that is amazing too. The only negative is the price but you're definitely paying for quality and flavor, so that's not an issue for me. Edit: the CRISPIEST Greek Fries I have ever had and for that I am naming the best.

Food: 5/5 Chicken tenders combo:…read moreHands down the best thing I tasted all year!! Beef koubideh:I say the best in town. I haven't had anything packed with more flavor all year. They take my #1 spot with both of these meals fire!!! Service: 5/5 Tony my main man full of life full of love. He has this infectious warm welcoming energy. Great guy he definitely deserves to succeed!! Ambiance: 5/5 it's a take out so get your food and go!! But you can see the workers in the kitchen whipping the magic I love this place you can thank me later!

Love this place! Food is phenomenal and the couple that run it are so nice!…read more Skewered meats are cooked to order outside over actual fire. Thank you Tony for braving that heat to cook for us, always with a huge smile! As noted food is cooked to order so it takes a little bit. They do list cook times on their website and you can call ahead. I hear they sometimes run out of some options, but everything is fantastic so just pick something else. Or call ahead! The standard order is a meal with grilled veggies and sauce and rice and some shirazi salad. I like to do just the skewers with the chimi sauce (very different than other chimichurri I've had, but good!) and a large order of shirazi salad and eat that with fresh lavosh from the Middle Eastern store next door. I can't say I have a favorite meat option because they are all so good!! I also saw they're running a lunch special now. Great deal!

Great food and service! We got the kebab plate, wings and cheese and spinach pie. All three dishes…read morewere delicious! What especially stood out are the friendly and hospitable staff that made us feel welcomed. We definitely will be back!

I came there with my wife and two grown children. The food was great! They have home-made sauces…read morethat at tasty. Also, the cost is fair and one can easily have food to take home,Would recommend to family and friends, even to hold an event like a small get together.. The people that work there are friendly and helpful. We will defiantly come back!!

We had such a great time at Thea! We sat out on the rooftop, which has a beautiful view. We started…read morewith the Goddess of All Dips, so good. Drinks and dessert were great too. They even remembered my friend's birthday! I actually had a bit of a medical emergency while we were there, and I have to give a huge shoutout to our waitress Morgan. She jumped in to help right away without hesitation. Her manager was awesome too and even had someone check on me while I was in the bathroom to make sure I was okay. I really appreciated how they went above and beyond! We are regulars here and have never had a bad experience! Highly recommend!

One thing about me, I love a cutesy lunch. théa delivered…read more Good food, pretty surroundings, and a reason to celebrate any occasion. Our service was exceptional. The server asked what we were celebrating and it was my 3-year cancerversary, so he treated us to champagne. Did I cry, no! But did I want to, yes. Lastly, arrive for a photo-op the grounds are gorgeous.

Downtown Phoenix is not a monolith. It's not only Roosevelt Row, or the sports district, or the…read moreCapitol. There's a wide range of neighborhoods, each with their own distinct character. Today, looking for an early dinner spot, I came upon Baiz Market. A small Middle Eastern grocery store with a sit down restaurant inside called Al-Hana. There's actually three Baiz Markets here in town, but the original is tucked away just east of the Garfield neighborhood on the eastern fringe of Downtown. I've had some great Middle Eastern fare here in town from the likes of places such as Middle Eastern Bakery and Haji Baba. But Arizona Republic food columnist Dominic Armato has said Al-Hana is one of his top 100 go to spots in the valley. So on a Thursday afternoon, off I went. You'll find Al-Hana inside the original Baiz Market on the southeast corner of 20th Street and Fillmore. There are also Baiz Markets in west Phoenix and now in west Mesa, each with their own Al-Hana restaurants. But this one is the original. Adnan Baiz and his family run this local chain which is open to all, but catering particularly to the valley's growing Middle Eastern community. In the time I spent inside Baiz today, there was a kaleidoscope of customers coming in and out. From Downtown college kids, to Muslim families, to Latino workers stopping in for a meal, and even a few African American grandmothers just grabbing some grocery items. Clearly I'm not the only one in the area who knows about this place. But how good is the food at Al-Hana? Step up to the counter in back, gaze at the menu above (or at the display case below) and make your choices. I ordered an app and an entree for my first go around. First, a small cheese pie. A mix of feta and mozzarella cheeses on house made dough which is crimped to make sure none of that cheesy goodness escapes. Heated in the oven and served warm. For my entree, I went for a Chicken Shawarma entree. Basmati rice, veggies, pickles, garlic sauce, and a pair of large pita bread slices. Oh and of course the chicken, seasoned and sliced off the spinning grill right in front of you. Total cost for everything including tax? About $11. Food came out to me in a little less than 5 minutes. You can also get it to go if you want, but I dined in the small seating area next to the kitchen this go around. First, the cheese pie. And I now get why Yelpers and Armato hype this up. The dough is the best part. Crunchy on the outside, but soft, chewy, and hearty on the inside. And the cheese mix is perfect. And for just $1 its a perfect starter snack for pretty much any meal. How about the shawarma plate? The chicken was excellent. Seasoned perfectly with just a hint of char. The sides? Meh. The basmati rice was actually a big disappoint to be honest. Super dry and almost flavorless. The pita bread was fine, though I've had better on that front as well. All things considered though, a pretty decent meal (and portion) and a solid value for the price. Next time I'm here I'll probably opt for the kabobs, or perhaps grab a meat pie. Given the uniqueness of the groceries available here, the fully halal restaurant menu, and the mixed neighborhood it resides in, I can understand why Baiz endures in Downtown's ever changing landscape. We're much more spoiled for choice on Middle Eastern cuisine in the valley today than when Baiz originally opened in 2004. And there are many other Middle Eastern restaurants that can match or top Al-Hana's food at this point. But much the way Ranch Markets offer a unique way to shop for the valley's Latino communities, Baiz is giving the valley's Middle Eastern residents something with them in mind. If ever there was an establishment in the valley proving that Phoenix is becoming an international food destination, its Baiz.

Great food... Went in today, but they are still closed. I'll update my post when they open.read more

This is a great restaurant. I come here often for lunch and the food is always consistent and…read morereally good. The portions are very filling. The staff are very friendly and that really sets them apart.

My husband and I have been here twice for lunch, and both visits have been great. Each time, we…read morewere greeted warmly and made to feel welcome from the moment we walked in. We both ordered the gyro wrap combo, which comes with fries and a drink. At around $15, the price is pretty standard for lunch these days and well worth it. The gyro wrap was delicious, with plenty of flavorful meat and fresh toppings. The real standout, though, was the fries. They were perfectly crispy, seasoned just right, and honestly some of the best fries I've ever had. Overall, we've had consistently good experiences here, and we'll definitely be back. If you're looking for a tasty gyro and amazing fries, I highly recommend giving this place a try!