I really liked this place. It's cute and quirky, and the upstairs bathroom is a must see with a…read morebathtub with fish swimming in it (I have it on good authority they are liars and are not as hungry as they try to convince you). We sat at the bar and shared a few appetizers and split two different kabobs. The food is not brilliant, but it was quite enjoyable, the ambiance was nice, the service lovely, and the bill was quite reasonable.

So it's super quirky. A mix of all sorts of places de orate this place. Your eyes will definitely…read morehave a lot to look at. It's inside a home that's over 100 years old. The staff is very new generation hip and the bartender was very sweet and mixed up some sweet cocktails. The food is sort of Mediterranean with dips and pita but honestly the seasonings are Indian and baba ghanoush is not what you've seen elsewhere by any means. The mixed dip platter was good although I couldn't distinguish each The kebab my friend ordered was good according to my friend. I ordered the grandfather pizza. It showed up after we ate the appetizer and my friend finished his entire meal. Oddly enough the dough was completely white but the cheese was melted There was what appeared to be cherry tomatoes distributed all over the top. It wasn't....it was little spots of ICE COLD tomato sauce I was taken aback. I asked my friend to taste it to wait on his expression. I've never ever had that happen. Perhaps the cook forgot about the pizza and added it in hopes that I wouldn't notice since it came out after we were done?? I'm not sure. But the bartender who was also our waitress didn't charge us for it Not sure I'd go back but maybe for a cocktail. It is cute and interesting. . When I took a bite

Don't judge a book by its cover, doesn't look like much on the outside, in a shopping strip…read more Inside was beautiful, colorful, and comfortable. Come up to the counter and got a couple of menus and told we could sit anywhere. Came up to our table and got our order. Asked about menu options and dish of the day and the staff was very helpful and gave us great details. I always have a hard time deciding on one dish because I love Mediterranean food so I opted for a combination appetizer plate as my meal. It did not disappoint, food was fresh, flavorful and delicious! My husband got a meal which had chicken, steak and lamb on a bed of rice (curry maybe?) with salad a generous portion of hummus. His dish was both pleasing to the eye and delicious! It did not disappoint. Had a large variety of drinks but we opted for Mexican Cokes. We left with a good deal of left overs and a half pound of assorted baklava. About average price for a nice dinner out for two. We were very pleased and we will return.

Disappointing. Underwhelming. Overall not good…read more Ordered the Combo App Plate and they didn't give us hummus. Nor did they say why they didn't serve the hummus!? And we paid for food they didn't bring us. The lamb gyro meat was super bland and the pita bread was hard as stone. No joke, inedible. The glasses were dirty and the male server didn't want to be there or didn't want us to be there. Either way, much better food options in the area.

This place is small and cozy, I came here for dinner on a weekday, the place had a few people it…read morewas clean but nothing extravagant. Food was delicious we got a mixed appetizer and a mixed grill all the meats and sauces were so tasty, fresh well seasoned well cooked. They made everything fresh and it took some time but it was worth the wait because everything was so tasty. Staff was super kind and busy but attentive

I was finally able to check out Kari's and I wasn't disappointed. There's parking nearby for…read morecustomers. The space is medium ish with tables and booths throughout. When we first arrived there wasn't any music playing and it made it a tad uncomfortable. They did eventually turn it on and it was a definite improvement. Service was a bit on the slow side but I think there was only one person working and maybe another person who showed up later on. Everyone was friendly. I started with some hummus. It was good but there was a lot of olive oil on it. I really liked the grilled pita it came with. I also tried the chicken schwarma sandwich. It comes with fries but I asked to swap them for the lentil soup. I ended up with both fries and soup due to a mishap. The lentil soup was ok. It was a little different than what I'm used to. It wasn't bad but it wasn't my favorite. I did like the fries so I'm glad they were there. My favorite was the chicken schwarma sandwich. The chicken was super tender and had a slightly cinnamon flavor. It paired great with the garlic sauce. And the pickles were really good. I'm definitely going to return to get that again. I had a bite of the gyro meat and that was really good too. I want to try that one too!

This place has amazingly great dishes. My lady had the kabob and I had the lamb Shwarma plate…read more Don't leave without having the Kunafa dessert

Went in on Sunday and it looks like they have new management -- service was outstanding and very…read moreattentive from the moment we sat down. They were also generous with the pita bread, which was a nice touch. My one disappointment was the gyro, which was smaller than I remembered. That said, prices have stayed reasonable given how much everything's gone up lately, so I can't complain too much. Overall a nice place, and I'd go back.

Always love coming here. Small Mediterranean restaurant with plenty of seating. The staff is super…read moreaccommodating and you can choose where you sit. Food comes out very quickly and always tastes amazing. This is the first place I recommend to anyone visiting the area. I'm a big fan of their hummus and falafel for a little appetizer. The Greek salad is standard and good enough that I forget to take a picture.... This time I tried the chicken sun dried tomato meal which came with naan and rice. The rice has little flavor, which I enjoy compared to some places that add a lot of cinnamon or other sweet spices. The chicken and tomato's are well sautéed and come out steaming. The naan is cooked perfectly, not crispy yet not too doughy. There just enough sauce on the plate for you to finish the meal! I have yet to try any of their desserts but they're in a display case when you walk in and look so tasty.

Man I've really been enjoying Holy Land this summer. Every time I go the meat is cooked so nicely…read morewith a little char and juicey as can be. I'm getting hungry just thinking about it. Even the salad has such great flavor. Seriously don't overthink it, stop by for lunch you'll get speedy service and a delicious meal!

Food was amazing!! 100% reccomend! Had the chicken shawarma plate and the lamb gyro plate!read more

Twilight zone ah restaurant…read more The summer evening's gentle humidity greeted me as I woke up from a strange dream. I recall a long room. Tables set. A menu hanging by a thread, the crease counting on one hand how many openings it has left. What is that desolate counter doing there? And those Wayfair basket shelves? Sure, I'll get the Greek Platter. A tasty entree no doubt but an unholy matrimony: the saddest pita bread you'll meet. At no fault to Kinzi, cyclospora weighed heavy on me this meal. Just thought you should know. Soon I'm in the hallway. Washing your hands is righteous, right? Where am I? Laboratory light seems to come from nowhere. Dove white dry paint on the floor and the door. And the handle. Get me out of here. As I descend the steps of purgatory, a siren calls: "Hi! You are currently being recorded!" Motion detectors. But where? And what are we protecting? The patrons from themselves? I'm back, but not for long. This entire time I endured the music. The flat screen does no justice to these poor bare bellied women, forced to dance for eternity, only punctuated by YouTube ads. Then, suddenly, there's an incessant beeping. For a few minutes it won't go away. Then, "Hi! You are currently being recorded!" followed by the cutely sinister chimes. Oh, it's the ice box. He rips something out of the bottom and the beeps dissipate. The kind man approaches. "Hi! You are currently being recorded!" What? Oh! The plates, yes, and the check, yes. "Save Ferris," his shirt reads. Is that who we're guarding? As he walks back, "Hi! You are currently being recorded!" *jingle lingle ling* Time to go. The motion detector once again clocks me as I exit. Everyone should dare to dream. For now, I must wake up.

If you're visiting Kansas City, make time for Aladdin Cafe…read more The owner and chef is one of the kindest people you'll meet, and that care comes through in every detail. You feel welcomed the second you walk in, and somehow that warmth makes its way into the food too. I've tried just about every Mediterranean spot in Kansas City, and this one stands out every single time. It tastes the most authentic and the least commercial by far. Everything feels fresh, intentional, and made with care. Nothing tastes rushed or mass produced. There's real love in the food here, and you can taste it. Their dolmas especially take me right back to my grandmother's kitchen. That kind of food memory is hard to put into words, but if you know, you know. Comforting, fresh, flavorful, and made in a way that feels deeply rooted and genuine. With the World Cup approaching and so many people coming through Kansas City, visitors need to know about places like this. These are the local spots worth seeking out. The kind you leave talking about afterward and craving again the next day. And if they have the mint lemonade, order it. The rose lemonade is always incredible too. If you can get both, mix them and thank me later. A true Kansas City gem. You won't regret stopping here.

I had a great takeout experience here! I ordered online and it was ready when it said it would be…read more I had the Solvaki Chicken and an order of hummus. If I would order the hummus again, I would get extra pita. The hummus was some of the best I have ever had, so smooth and fresh. The chicken was great as well, I really enjoyed the sauce. The side salad and rice would usually be nothing to write about, but these were superb. The salad really is that good! This place now has a spot in my takeout rotation.

I didn't prepare well for this review. I was in this shopping center (on the corner of 151st at…read moreInterstate 69) and happened to see this small place, but after grabbing something to go, I felt a duty to tell everyone how good it is! I ran in and got a sesame falafel bowl. I got rice as my base and added hummus, tahini, Taziki, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, feta, and olives, I think it may be the best falafel I've ever had!!! It's definitely one of the best! The sesame on top (and I believe there was sesame oil involved too) was amazing! There was a bit of heat to the falafel and it made it delicious. Not too hot but a little kick. The flavor was incredible and they were cooked perfectly. Fluffy inside and crispy on the outside! I did manage to take one picture of my bowl! It's a small place but has several tables to sit inside. You order and pick up at the counter. It was very clean and had a nice, cozy, easy going vibe. They don't have a large menu but still quite a few great choices. I want to try some of their other dishes but it's going to be very difficult to not order the sesame falafel. You can also order just 5 sesame falafel. I imagine there will never be a time that I go to Falafel Express and not have sesame falafel even if I get it as an extra! It is going on my special list of yummy places!

This truly taste like I traveled across the world. All ingredients are fresh and offer dietary…read moreoptions such as Halal, vegan, and Gluten Free! The owners love their food and the taste speaks for it. If you are vegan, enjoy the falafels!!! Don't forget to try the Toum sauce. Some of the best in the Midwest. I can't recommend this place more and truly deserves more than this review. Also, VERY clean!

I don't write reviews often. This place is a little hole in the wall hidden gem. I've been by it…read moreseveral times and never seen anyone in there and it threw me off. So I decided to give it a try today. It was perfect. I got the butter chicken which usually comes not very spicy the worker said but he added spice for me and it was perfect. The sauces were good and my colleague had the barbecue chicken sandwich combo and his was great as well. Not sure how no one comes in here, highly recommend. Oh it was quick too but if they get busy expect a wait because there was only one worker and he was working his but off.

Wow, incredible little gem. The pita bread was warm fresh yet had a nice crispiness to it. The…read moresun-dried tomato hummus was amazing. Had a pita, and the meat was very tender. The fries that the fries had this extra crispiness to them that was almost addicting. It's like they've been double fried or something? Great little place with a couple tables if you want to dine in or I will definitely get them to carry out Polite, service, and reasonable prices

This very might be my favorite restaurant ever. I am a sucker for delicious tapas and immaculate…read morevibes, and Extra Virgin has them both! With a nice outdoor patio right off a streetcar stop and a fun and fancy indoor, I always have so much fun here for dinner and drinks. I have been here for casual dinners, dates, anniversaries, and everything in between and have loved it every time! Everyone is always so kind and helpful, recommending their favorite plates and how much food should be enough for your party. They rotate out some of their plates periodically, keeping the menu fresh and new, while also keeping the classics that I love. My absolute favorite dish that I get every time is the grilled ricotta and bread as an appetizer. The ricotta is perfectly light and the bread is charred to perfection, I highly recommend it. Some other dishes we love (some not pictured): the cucumber salad, raw oysters, sautéed mushrooms. You really cannot go wrong I dream of going back to KC to order Extra Virgin again.

Got it -- here's the revised version with that correction integrated cleanly:…read more We stopped in for a quick snack before waiting for the streetcar during the World Cup. We didn't have reservations and were dressed casually. The hostess was friendly and welcoming, and we were seated in what was referred to as the "other dining room," down a dark hallway into a musty, warm, and humid space. Service was prompt and courteous, but the food was very disappointing. We were served a cucumber salad that oddly tasted like peanuts, followed by six completely flavorless meatballs--no seasoning at all, not even salt. The prices might be reasonable if the quality matched expectations, but it didn't. The contrast between the main dining room and the "other room" also felt stark and uncomfortable, as if it were a second-tier seating area. Overall, I would not recommend this restaurant based on this experience.