Aladdin has been around for as long as I can remember. My dad used to drive by it when I was a kid,…read moreand I always wondered about it. Now as an adult, I have a free will and love coming here for mediterranean food whenever I am in the area. Many options, and the food comes out fresh, made to order. I just took my boyfriend here and he is shocked that he didn't try this place sooner. I ordered the lamb gyro plate while he got the lamb kabob. Both taste great! The lamb kabob was very juicy. Our sides consisted of caramelized onion hummus, creamy pasta, cucumber salad, roasted cauliflower, and tabouli. All were very good, especially the hummus. Their pita bread is so soft, probably the best pita bread in Houston! Really made the hummus even better.

The flavors of this food is unreal. Such good Mediterranean food!!…read more My husband and I split a 3-side + 1 meat plate - the pita, chickpea salad, and lamb gyro were standouts. Awesome food, quick service, and bustling, busy place!

I had my 50th birthday at Huqqa Social, and everything was very well organized and perfect. The…read morehall is beautiful, the seating is very comfortable, and I had a beautiful karaoke screen. They also have a great dance floor. The food was yummy, especially the soup and Manchurian . All my guests especially loved the soup and sliders as appetizers. The chai was also very tasty. Special shout-out to Sadiya Musaddiq, who organized my 50th birthday so beautifully. She managed everything--from the food and desserts to planning the dance floor, karaoke, and DJ setup. She coordinated all the timings and even came early to check on the setup. Her attention to detail made the entire event smooth and stress-free. Javaid bhai was very professional and helped out a lot as well. Their manager Fozan also checked on me couple of times and helped set up the Karaoke. I will highly recommend having a party at Huqqa Social.

We come here quite often to hangout with friends late at night. Their food is really good and they…read morekeep introducing new dishes and cuisines and do a great job with it. Last night, we tried their chicken corn soup and Mongolian beef with fried rice. The beef was one of the best ones we've had - it was rich in flavor, fresh and hot when served. The portion is great. It was very crowded yesterday but in spite of it, their service was great.

Ordered: Mint Lemonade (~$7)…read moreHookah on Orange Head (~$18) with Iced Hose (~$3): Tropical Mix with Mint flavor Aya's take: Out last night in Houston and so glad we ended up here! We wanted to do something chill and hookah is the perfect activity for that. They have more chill seating (couches, etc.) and also table seating in front of the stage which is nice for when the bellydancers perform (started around 9pm on a Sat). The Mint Lemonade is a must whenever I go to a hookah lounge and this one was spot-on; delicious and refreshing. The hookah was also well-made and although we had to ask a few times to rotate the coals, the workers came pretty quickly. It lasted over 2 hours overall. They even gave me a buzzer in case I needed anything to call someone over. Shout out to Abdul for being a great waiter!

Good place to go to be in the middle eastern culture. Great food good entertainment, they have…read morebelly dancing and live music. It's always busy so you feel very lively. The juices are freshly squeezed and so good. The hummus/ yogurt plate is good as well. Service is also good. Staff is entertaining.

I stumbled upon SAYAD Mediterranean Grill during a solo detour from a friend's wedding, and it…read moreturned out to be one of those rare, quietly perfect decisions you wish you could take credit for more often. About a 20-minute drive off the main path, tucked away from the usual traffic and noise, this family-owned spot feels less like a restaurant and more like being welcomed into someone's story. I started with the hummus--silky, balanced, and deeply comforting in a way that only something simple done right can be. Paired with their fresh bread, it set the tone immediately. The mixed grill followed, and it delivered exactly what you hope for: generous, well-seasoned, and layered with flavor without trying too hard to impress. Just honest, confident cooking. What stayed with me as much as the food was the warmth. The staff were genuinely kind, not performative--curious, open, and proud of what they're building. My waitress shared a bit about the family behind the restaurant, their roots, and the intention behind the menu. There's even a small prayer area, a quiet detail that says a lot about the care put into the space. It's the kind of place you don't accidentally find unless you're willing to wander a little--and you should. Bring your friends, bring your family, take your time. Pay attention to the spices, the drinks, the rhythm of the room. SAYAD isn't trying to be seen--it's simply worth discovering.

Recommended by a friend. She really likes the pita and hummus here…read more Pita 5/5 My kids and I devour the pita. It's soft and warm. It's thin and fluffy. It kinda melts in your mouth. Hummus 5/5 I love the hummus here. Mix platter 5/5 The food is just so good. The meats are well cooked and seasoned. We devour the fish plate and also the meat one. Rice is good.

I love it here, I do group lessons and they are amazing. From the start, the instructors teach you…read moreeverything and you create bonds with the horses. it is a great place to go if you are interesting in anything horses.

I took my granddaughter there who was extremely excited to learn to ride. Needless to say they…read moretreated her poorly. It was easy to see that the white students were given lots of attention while she was ignored or critiqued. DO NOT PATRONIZE this establishment if your child is a minority.

this place is such a treat! i love the chicken shawarma, my husband loves the curry on pilaf, and…read moremy mom loves the greek salad. there are so many sides, and options to order by the plate, by the pound, a la carte, plus the desserts and coffees are excellent! the seating area is very spacious and clean, and the staff are friendly and welcoming. i see the owner nearly every single time i stop in- what a lovely hard working lady! give yourself extra time to walk around the grocery store as well, so many delicious treats and imports, wines, and an incredible olive bar!

The chicken swarmas are good but the lady owner walks and serves food with no hair net. She should…read moreknow better. update, just saw her grab looked like cole slaw and scooped it out with her bare hands I am not exaggerating.

Booked a 1 hour trail ride for my 40th birthday. I also booked an equestrian experience for my…read moreparents who are a little older and didn't want to ride. The ranch and ride was so much fun, being outdoors with the beautiful horses. It was my first time riding- felt nervous but excited- and the team made me feel at ease. I received a mini walkthrough on how to guide the horse to go forward, stop, and turn. My guide was Matt who made my first visit (but not last!) great - told great stories, and shared about various animal/plant activity along the trail. Great activity for a birthday and the hour flew by. Be sure to buy the treats at the end bc the horses sooooo love those, and tip your guide! Such a memorable experience! Thank you!!

Had an amazing time at Cypress Trail Ranch! I made a spontaneous reservation the day I landed in…read moreHouston and didn't regret it at all. Special shoutout to Melisa -- she was both hilarious and super educational! The staff was incredibly friendly and sweet, and the horses were gentle and patient (which I definitely needed since I was a little scared at first ). Everyone -- both the team and the animals -- made me feel completely at ease, and I was able to truly enjoy the ride. I'll definitely be back!

Great service from the get go Generous portions…read moreChicken shawerma and beef shawerma is one n of the best tasting The original arabic songs are great choice The place is very clean The owner is so friendly

Today was my birthday, and my family made a dinner reservation at another place, but I asked them…read moreto cancel it because I would love to go to Shawarma King tonight. FYI, I live in San Francisco, but I've been following this place on Instagram for a while. As soon as we walked in, we heard a warm greeting from the counter area. As I said before, no matter where we are, we all represent our businesses, cultures, and hospitality individually. Mr. Khalid's contagious positive energy will give you a happy welcome to the dining hall. Since it was my first time, I asked a few questions about the menu, and the response was very helpful and with kind suggestions. We ordered Chicken shawarma wraps and sides, of course, Hummus and Cauliflower with tahini and extra hot sauce. For drinks, we ordered a yogurt drink and soda. Chicken Shawarma was deliciously good. The chicken marinated was perfect. We loved each bite. The cauliflower had a unique taste and was served with tahini. During this time, customer service was absolutely great, and it's worth coming back. We loved the simple, casual ambiance and would go back on our next trip to Houston.

Service so far is terrible. Ordered an orange head hookah which should be 24.99, they tried to…read morecharge me 40 then she "fixed it" to 34.99 telling me it's tax, I saw the receipt and I was charged for gratuity which okay no big deal but to then ask me for tip again is diabolical. Very slow, loud hip hop music, not a pleasant setting over all. Oh yeah it's supposed to be an Arab owned place, not a single one, just black l and Hispanic workers who couldn't answer any questions I had. And I still don't have my hookah yet, I'll update u on how the hookah actually is Update: hookah is mid

Stop #2 on our 0-2 outing last night celebrating Sharon Thomas --cafe Mawal…read more The place is huge..Mediterranean food 5$ Parking Customer service- moderate Drinks- somebody forgot to tell us its BYOB...so it was a virgin drinks type of outing Food...I guess it was alright...nothing to brag about..but I already knew that from the reviews...lol Apparently they are known for great hookahs, but I dont smoke so I can't verify those facts but everybody had one. Highlight was the belly dancer Melissa featuring Tann Cooper and some dude with no rhythm...lol Overall good experience. One of those 1 hit wonders for me.