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Kinzi

4.3 (177 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated 2 weeks ago

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Casual
Quiet
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Katrina B.

Great new place for me, love a good gyro! Asked for lamb & beef. Not very busy, got there about 1/2 hour before closing.

Gyro Sandwich Hummus
Colleen L.

Light, fresh, garlicky. I ordered online directly from the store. It was super easy and uncomplicated. I went to pick it up and it was ready to go. I was only in there for a minute tops but I did note that it wasn't the largest place. The individual I interacted with to get my order wasn't super friendly but wasn't rude either. So I can't really speak on the service or overall atmosphere. Food: I ordered the gyro sandwich. You get a choice of beef, lamb, or chicken. I went with lamb. It's served with lettuce, tomato, onions, and a specialty sauce. I ordered mine with the sauce on the side to prevent sogginess. It came with a choice of rice or hummus and I went with the hummus. The gyro was averaged size. The pita bread was good and the veggies were fresh. The lamb was good. The sauce has a lot of flavor and is very herbaceous. The sandwich is pretty dry without it so I definitely recommend it. The gyro was not greasy or heavy but there was a lot of garlic. It would make a good lunch but make sure to have a mint at minimum if you're planning on going back to the office. The hummus was also good and there was a generous portion, I needed more pita bread! I did feel that the price point is a bit high. The sandwich with a side was about $14. If you want a sandwich with a soup or salad will run you between $21-$24. Similar establishments have a sandwich that comes with a side plus a soup or salad for around $13. And for me, Kinzi was not any better than the place I'm referencing. Overall: 7/10

Greek Sampler and Pita
Jordan B.

I'm writing this review stuffed to the brim full of Mediterranean food. This morning, as with most Saturdays, me and the old ball and chain were training to decide what to eat for lunch and this dude of mine says "Mediterranean food...I want hummus, I want olives, I want Turkish coffee." Say no more, love of my life...I have Yelp. First, I was not prepared for the prices. In today's economy, I was BLOWN AWAY at how reasonable their prices were. We got all this food, dessert and Turkish coffee for right at $35 (pre-tip.) We started with Turkish coffee (I saved mine until the end of the meal to eat with dessert and it was perfect drinking temperature) wanted to try a bit of everything so we got the Greek Sampler and the Gyro pizza. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. The meats were seasoned to perfection and juicy. The hummus and baba ghanouj were smooth and a perfect pairing with the pita, which managed to be slightly crispy on top and pillowy soft underneath which was both impressive and delectable! Dessert was a trio of philo dough temptations that balanced out beautifully with the richness of the Turkish coffee. We loved the food, enjoyed the cozy atmosphere and our server was very nice and tentative without being intrusive! Altogether, we had a wonderful experience and will definitely remember this next time we go back! PS...special mention to that gyro pizza, the mozzarella on that is special, truly a gem.

Lamb Kabob Plate
Elle M.

TL;DR: Was looking forward to trying out Kinzi based on the reviews but there are much stronger Mediterranean restaurants around the KC metro for the price (recommendations at the bottom). If you end up trying Kinzi anyway, I'd recommend the gyros and the baba ganoush, which both had this great smokiness throughout. My friends and I came and ordered the Lamb Kabobs, the Beef Shawarma, and the Greek Sampler, which has baba ganoush, dolma, gyro, tzatziki, and hummus. Nothing was particularly wrong flavor-wise, but the lamb kabobs came out tough and dry, the dolma and pita were remarkably similar in appearance and taste to grocery store dolma (Trader Joe's) and pita, and overall I wished that there was more of everything. The price is slightly lower than other Mediterranean restaurants in the area, but the portions are much smaller than they appear across the board. Ambiance-wise, it was also a weird place, with a strange mix of décor and condiments (first time I've ever seen sriracha at a Mediterranean restaurant). The place was completely empty except for one girl at the counter who disappeared into the back whenever she wasn't bringing food out. No complaints about the service but definitely not a date night spot. Overall, not a bad experience but wouldn't come back. If you're looking for an alternative, I'd recommend Meddy's in north OP for something fast and easy or for something more authentic and local, Queen of Mediterranean (Lenexa), Holy Land Cafe (Lenexa), or Yafa Cafe (Overland Park).

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Jaden L.

This was my second time to Kinzi. The lamb and beef gyros are delicious. It's the go to gyro that's close to me. The rice wasn't as flavorful as the 1st time, though still good. It is a family owned restaurant which is definitely a plus for me to support. Service was prompt. Menus were kinda stuck to the tablecloth but it could be the cleaner they used. I will go back to get another gyro.

Mike O.

On a recent visit to the Mission area of town, we were on the hunt for something yummy for the whole family... Enter Kinzi! Lots of great reviews, awesome location on Johnson Drive, and a super yummy-looking menu brought us here for lunch on a late 2023 Friday. The dining room is nice, comfortable, and clean - very standard fare for a strip mall setup. It's open seating inside, so we grabbed a comfy booth on the wall, and were promptly provided menus and waters. Three out of four of us ordered miscellaneous, myriad, Mediterranean meats and eats. Our "picky" eater always provides us a bit of a challenge. Upon asking, our waitress graciously agreed to a "plain rice-and-chicken" dish that the kitchen could whip up to satisfy his tastebuds. Perfect! All the food came out quickly, and was utterly, absolutely delicious! I asked for extra spice in my biryani, and I'm glad I did, as even with the "extra", it was what I would rate a moderate-mild level of spice. But, said biryani, falafel, all dips, gyro and rice were all fantastic! Our waitress appeared to be the only person working the entire dining room, so, while she kept pretty busy, it did make for slightly slow service at each table. Prices were on par with what you would expect - not high, not low. Family of four with entrees for all, one appetizer, and waters all around ended up at ~$75 including tip. Food = 5/5 Facility = 4/5 Service = 3/5 Ambiance = 3/5 Value = 3/5

Gyro Sandwich w/ Hummus
Allie F.

I ended up getting this delivered, and it came perfectly! I got the gyro with lamb/beef gyro meat, hummus, and baklava. Everything was so delicious, the hummus is super creamy, and the baklava was a perfectly sweet and nutty bite at the end of my meal!

JoAnn R.

Great authentic Mediterranean cuisine. The hummus and pita were fresh and excellent flavor. The saffron rice has a nice spice and flavor to it as well. Overcooked the lamb a bit to my taste but my husband liked it with the crunch. Great place to grab a gyro or a plate to go. Not a great ambience for dining room as it is old and dated, smoky from cooking but the service was really good.

Natalie S.

I really wanted to like this place. I am always looking to try something new! I ordered off of grubhub for pickup for an early dinner/ late lunch. I liked the hummus a lot! After that it kinda stops there. There's nothing nice about the ambiance of the restaurant, but I wasn't eating there so it doesn't matter to me. The worker I interacted with was not particularly friendly. I got an assortment platter. The baba ghanoush did not taste very good and was too lumpy. And then the meat was dried out and actually pretty gross. I don't think I will be back as I have my favorite places for similar food around town.

Baba Ghanouj (to-go)
Rachel H.

Carry out review: Amazing Baba Ghanouj! It was so fresh and flavorful. I would have preferred a bit less oil though. :( it came with about 12 small triangles of pita. I could have used quite a few more for the amount of baba ghanouj. The service was quick and the employees were kind. However, the restaurant was a bit of a mess. Maybe they were short handed that night? About 5 dirty tables in the dining room. Also, the women's bathroom soap was out. But seriously - the baba ghanouj - I need to get back there ASAP for some more of that!! Lots of fresh food options!

They charged me $6.99 for two, bite-sized pieces of baklava.
David R.

Prices are too high for the amount of food you get. Seven dollars for two pieces of baklava is too high.

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7 years ago

Excellent hummus, very tasty chicken and fresh vegetables--I also the lamb gyros at this restaurant

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6 years ago

Always super delicious! Friendly staff. So far we just have done takeout. Everything had been great.

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8 years ago

Very very good food. Nice owner & explained all the choices. We will be back. Excellent service.

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The food was excellent! The Baba was great! We will be returning for sure. Glad to have this in our neighborhood!

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Food was great! I had a craving and decided to give them a try, was pleasantly surprised. I would definitely eat here again.

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Jerusalem Cafe - Variety pack Baklava

Jerusalem Cafe

4.2(41 reviews)
1.1 mi
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I visited today and was dearly disappointed. I love Mediterranean food, but in taste, this didn't…read morecut it for me. While the staff was friendly, they messed up my order, and the food was just off. I asked what ordering it "Jerusalem style" meant, and upon hearing it included pickles, said "Oh, no thank you." It had pickles anyway. I asked for extra tomatoes on my salad and meal, and if that was extra tomatoes then I shudder to think of what the normal amount looks like. They also left the onions off both. The salad was a bit strange to me. When I hear "Greek salad", I'm picturing crumbly feta and a light vinaigrette. I can definitely give allowances for salad dressing because everywhere does it differently, but this was creamy and not particularly good. I don't particularly like having to use a knife on salad anyway, but if I wanted any tomatoes or cheese, it was necessary. I didn't expect the carrots or red cabbage, but that's on me, even if I still think it's odd. The weirdest part was the feta- a few cubes of hard feta. There just was no way to incorporate it into the salad itself. I appreciate the chill vibe of the place, but I will not be back.

Yay great GLUTEN FREE MENU HERE!!!! What a little jem we just found out about, was planning a…read moreCulvers visit when we saw this place. Daughter is celiac abd always looking for good gluten free food options. From the outside window you might just pass on by as it looks like some sort of health food place. Once inside they have great photos, a nice menu, and a very inviting space! Food seems similar to Meddys which we love but with maybe a more authentic flair. Just my personal suggestion, might want to work on the curb appeal so more people may stop on by for the amazing food, large portions, and great customer service!

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Jerusalem Cafe - Falafel & Hummus Combo

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Paros Estiatorio

3.9(161 reviews)
6.1 mi

We met up with friends at Paros Estiatorio and honestly weren't quite sure what to expect. After…read morelooking through the menu and photos beforehand, I landed somewhere between casual and upscale with jeans, a button-up, and a jacket. At first I felt slightly overdressed, but as the evening went on the crowd definitely skewed more polished, though overall it still leaned approachable and relaxed. The restaurant itself is beautiful, and one of my favorite parts was being able to watch the kitchen in action. The lighting and music might be a little challenging for some older guests, but we had no trouble carrying on conversation at the table. Service was on the slower side, though we were there to enjoy the evening and never felt rushed. We started with the spanakopita and grilled octopus. The spanakopita was excellent, perfectly crisp phyllo with a filling that leaned more spinach-forward than feta-heavy, which I really enjoyed. The octopus was fresh and flavorful, though it wasn't as much of a hit with the rest of the table. For salads, we tried the roasted beet salad and the watermelon feta salad. Both were fine, but on a return visit I'd probably skip them and save room for more appetizers or mains. For entrées, I ordered the lamb shank while my wife had the moussaka. Both dishes were excellent, but the moussaka absolutely stole the show. It's served in a square baking vessel and is rich, comforting, and easily large enough to share between two maybe even three people. To finish, we took baklava to go and stayed for the crème brûlée, which was exactly what you want from a classic version of the dish: creamy custard with a perfectly caramelized top. Overall, Paros delivered a really enjoyable evening with a beautiful atmosphere, strong entrées, and a menu that feels elevated without being pretentious.

After recently moving to Kansas City from California, I had the opportunity to dine at Paros last…read morenight. I'd only heard glowing reviews and was really looking forward to it. Walking into the bright, tastefully appointed restaurant, I was pleased to see it wasn't the over-the-top, kitschy blue and white I'd feared. The maître d' was pleasant and accommodating when three of us arrived 30 minutes early for our party-of-seven reservation, and we were happily seated at the bar for a pre-dinner drink. As I passed into the dining room, I noticed the window into the kitchen, which added to the ambiance. The waitstaff were smartly attired, professional, and polished. Our servers were knowledgeable, efficient, and truly outstanding--it's been years since I've experienced such solid table service. For starters, we shared several plates. Unfortunately, our tasting board (an assortment of vegetables, pita, hummus, and tzatziki) tasted as if someone had taken a salt grinder to the whole thing. On the upside, the fried chickpeas were a fun addition, and the stuffed grape leaves were delightful. Three of us ordered the scallops and risotto for our entrées, and that's where things unraveled. The scallops were cooked to perfection, but the risotto was overwhelmingly salty. My sister took one bite and sadly said, "It's too salty." I tried mine and had to agree. Our father--ever the Midwesterner--finished his dish despite the saltiness rather than complain. I quietly informed our waiter that all three risottos were over-salted. I share this because I truly wanted to give Paros five stars: the service and atmosphere were incredibly enjoyable, and the wine list (with plenty of Greek options) was terrific. Sadly, someone must have been heavy-handed with the salt last night. I'd love to return and see if it was just an off evening--3.5 stars from me.

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Mr. Gyros Greek Food & Pastry - Gyro sandwich and dessert

Mr. Gyros Greek Food & Pastry

3.9(271 reviews)
3.2 mi
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I could have put zero star after my most recent visit. I and my family used to go to this place a…read morelot before it took over by the new owners. On July 7, I went there for Chicken Plate and didn't realize I got over charges; the price is about $13 and my CC statement shows $27.79!!! I didn't recognize the amount when I had to approve the charge as it how I always did at this place. So part of this is my mistake I guess by not carefully look at the final charge on the machine. However how come someone at the restaurant would have made such as HUGE mistake on the amount to begin with!!!! I did call and ask if something could be done. They said it was three ago and told me I am the one that approved the charge so nothing they can do about it high and dry. So be aware of how these guys are doing business or make sure you catch a mistake. If I am in their shoes I would have offered the customer something. Not going to go here any more or need to learn a lesson to always take a receipt. I try not to generate any waste paper but lessons learned. Edited: Well, the owner reached out to me and took care of the issue. The reason I am saying the new owner because there have been certain changes and me making that assumption. So I stand corrected if that is not the case. Anyhow, regardless of the initial experience/complaint, the foods here are almost good and worth it for $ you will be paying for. This is why our family have been going to this place for many years from time to time when we feel eating quick and good Greek/Mediteranean foods. Anyhow, putting that situation behind and the fact that the owner got back to me so quickly, I highly recommend this place and change my star review!!!

First time here. My husband and I have driven past this place for years and always said "we should…read moretry that place". We'll we finally did. First getting to it is a little tricky if you're not paying attention. Coming from the west down 83rd you have to turn early and go through the housing because of a median that keeps you from turning in. Best bet is if you can come in heading south down Metcalf. The food was awesome. So fresh. I had the Gyro Plate and he had the Gyro sandwich. We also got a couple of baklava and Almond Cookies. I loved the portion size and felt it was a great amount of food for me. I would like to go back and try some other things on the menu. The place was very clean and nice inside with music playing. You go up to a counter to order your food, then they call your number for pick up. Everyone was friendly and polite. When there was no customers at the counter you could hear staff talking and laughing with each other, which to me shows they enjoy their job and seemed like they enjoyed their co-wotkers. Tipping was optional with tip jar.

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Mr. Gyros Greek Food & Pastry - Combo plate

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Mr. Gyros Greek Food & Pastry - Gyros Plate

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Mr. Gyros Greek Food & Pastry - The Vegetarian Gyro is amazing! Full of flavor, and very filling for a great price.

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The Vegetarian Gyro is amazing! Full of flavor, and very filling for a great price.

Kinzi - mediterranean - Updated October 2026

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