I didn't know what to expect coming in, but this spot was great - delicious lunch and lovely…read moreservice! We came here for lunch on a Saturday around brunch time and it was busy, but we got a spot at the bar and they still had a few extra seats. Menu had a good selection of sharables all for decent prices and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time while being super fresh. Hummus was amazing - super great to dip the bread in. Sizes of the dishes were just right, a little small for me but average I'm sure for others. Shrimp and mussels were great whole the artichoke was okay - would probably skip that next time. Overall, great flavors and super tasty - thanks, Zohara!

We had made a reservation to celebrate my mom's birthday and even said so when we had made the…read morereservation. The restaurant was extremely noisy and the service was extremly slow. Once we placed an order, it took forever for the food to come. We ordered some apps, a meal of the lamb, the kebabs and my mom ordered a seafood tajin. We asked for the steak kebab to be medium rare, it was provided to us well done. The seafood tajin didnt come out at all, and when we asked about it, they put in the order. By the time my mom got her meal, everyone else was done. We also had to ask multiple times to get coca cola refills. When we ordered dessert, they did nothing to acknowledge or celebrate my mom's birthday. Overall the food was average, but what really brought my rating down was the poor service.

Wow! The food was absolutely delicious! Beautiful presentation. Attentive service and very…read morefriendly. The food is authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Took a picture in the middle of my meal because I was so hungry and the food was so good, I couldn't help but be in the moment. The ambiance is warm and they have nice music in the background. Great location. We will certainly make this a regular place we visit!

We were visiting some relatives and they had ordered some vegetarian sides and dips from for our…read moregathering from the restaurant. We went to pick them up but as they were not ready, we ordered some lunch for ourselves while we waited. The most hungry of us ordered the Lamb Gyro and shared some of it with my husband and me. It was quite tasty and it was a very generous portion, though I only had a few bites. The flavor of the wrap was good as was the quality of the meat and other ingredients. We also ordered some hummus and it too was fresh and quite tasty and tahini forward. There were some other diners in the shop but not too many at lunch on this day. There was only one staff member present and he had not been informed of the special order takeout so he tried to call the owners several times, but did not get in touch with them or even get a call back. After a while, he made the decision to pack up the order from the lunch prep areas as there was nothing in the refrigerators labelled for pick up. Our host knew the order and the staff member was able to come to a decision of the size of the serving, based on the quoted prices. It was awkward for him as well as us and I was sad that the owners had left him with this burden. He tried very hard and apologized over and over. The restaurant is beautifully decorated with ethnic art of the Lebanese heritage it represents. We also added some Muhumarra Dip to the order but sadly it was spicer than our local place at home and a smoother texture that was less walnut and pomegranate centric. It was spicier too, a bit more than I was expecting. It was not bad in any way but it was not what I was hoping it would be. Maybe others would prefer this from their own experience. If I had the opportunity to eat here again, I would. But they did not correctly deliver on the special order so if you need something like this done, be sure you have it in writing when placing the order. Go in person to order, rather than call as our host had done based on the owner recommendation.

Spectacular Greek restaurant! I fly in from Minnesota for the Makaroni Kyma! AMAZING...BEST FOOD…read moreEVER!!!

Again an amazing meal! My shrimp souvlaki was spectacular! My husband's lamb shank was so tender…read moremeat fell off the bone. Our friends' gyro platter was plate filled where there was not any other room left on plate and my girlfriend's moussaka was stacked high and delicious! Our appetizers of hummus with fresh pita and then spanakopita and fried calamari were amazing! We love the restaurant so much!! Thank you for the rice pudding as we left fully appreciative of our service and meal!

love this place. social hour is always fun. food is amazing. Staff are around but not in your…read moreface and always pleasant.

Very cute place! My friend recommended this place for the GF options and also because she has had…read moregreat experiences in the past! As a first timer I enjoyed my meal and the vibe . I don't know why I have never been! I have passed by driving and walking right in the center of WEHA and never stopped in! Glad I did! Mediterranean flare ! Some flatbread with some nice choices of apps and main entrees. They actually have a great Happy Hour that goes from Tuesday through Saturdays 4pm to close! I order a delish Gluten free Flatbread! The crust was unbelievable! So good! If you love mushrooms then you'll love Wild Mushroom! My friend ordered Branzino which she enjoyed too! No dessert since we had to rush out but there's always next time! I'll need to go back!

One of my favorite spots in West Hartford! The food at Shish Kebab House of Afghanistan is always…read moreso delicious, flavorful, and fresh. I absolutely love their food, and the serving portions are amazing too. Great atmosphere and such a comforting place for a good meal. Highly recommend!

We love Shish Kebab for dinner, but it's definitely one of our favorite Happy Hour spots!…read more Good deals on drinks, and you can have a small snack or have a feast for a great price. The pita burgers a great and they're filling! We've tried all the protein options, but I think the beef is our favorite because the spices really stand out. I also really like the Ashak which is comprised of dumplings full of spinach and scallions, topped with spiced beef, lentils, and yogurt. The bar feels really open and airy, and bartenders are always friendly and attentive, even when they're busy getting ready for evening service. We frequently go for HH on a Saturday around 5 and it's usually pretty quiet at the bar which we enjoy. Great place whether you've had Afghan food, or you are looking to try something different!

One of my favorite hidden gems in Hartford. The gyros are some of the best around, always made…read morefresh with superb ingredients. The service is always friendly and reliable. The grocery store itself is also great for international products - I especially love the sweet treats section!

As a Persian immigrant, I'm very happy to have discovered this store! I saw so many beloved things…read morethat I grew up with, like sangak, torshi, baghlava, and dolmeh. The prices are totally fair, too. They have a small dining portion in the back where they make Lebanese food fresh, which is so nice! I would love to return for that with my family. They really do have an enormous selection, including baked goods, breads, canned items, refrigerated and frozen items, desserts, and more. The owner was lovely, too. I'm going to frequent Tangiers on a monthly basis at least!

Had such a fantastic dinner this evening at Gveenah, definitely going to make this place a regular…read morespot. I was tempted to write a bad review just so this restaurant doesn't become too crowded, but this restaurant deserves all the praise. The interior was small and a little loud, but they're moving a few doors down soon to a bigger restaurant which am I very excited to see! Even though it was almost completely full, they made accommodations to get us a seat as walk-ins. Our waitress was fantastic and attentive despite serving the entire dining room. She made some excellent recommendations of dishes to try and was very enthusiastic. For food, we tried the chefs bread which came with delish dips (my favorite being the delicious yogurt and eggplant). They even had gluten free bread that was fresh baked. It is without a doubt the best gluten free bread I've had at a restaurant. We also tried the salmon tagliatelle which was creamy, fresh, and delicious and the short rib gnocchi which was homey and comforting. Only complaint, maybe a little too much parsley. Even though we were stuffed, we had to try dessert since everything else was so fantastic. We tried the iced pistachio crème brûlée and the Caramel cheesecake. The cheesecake wasn't your traditional New York slice you'd expect, but it was light and doused in delicious caramel. The iced pistachio crème brûlée was out of this world, I didn't think I'd finish it but ended up basically licking the plate. Everything was amazing. Take the drive off of Blue Back Square and try this place out next time you visit West Hartford, you won't regret it!

Great option for an intimate, no frills, BYOB dinner with friends. The restaurant is very quaint…read morewith seating for about 15 people, almost like it was a take-out space before, though they are expanding to the larger restaurant space next door. There is ample parking in the lot. Service was friendly and knowledgeable, and food overall was great-- especially the bread dishes. Both the sabich flatbread and the jerusalem bagel tastes very freshly baked, with a nice crust and chew. Really balanced, natural flavors in the toppings of the flatbread and the dips for the chef's bread. The cook on the branzino was also great-- extremely tender and well seasoned. I got the oxtail raviolis and while the pasta was a nice al dente and the meat filling was flavorful, it was a little cold on the inside of the raviolis (maybe due to their size). My friend said the cheese raviolis in beet sauce was also nice, and the portions for the entrees were fair. I will say the malabi was small for $10, a little smaller than a yoplait cup-- not especially unique in flavor or texture, and I wouldn't order it again especially for the price. Overall good food, and would definitely come back for their fish dishes and flatbreads-- hopefully in their new space.

Good food and friendly service…read more Stopped in for lunch earlier today. Bread and butter to start, and ordered an assortment of Balkan items as an appetizer, which came with a traditional bread that was fresh and warm. Various meats were all tasty, as was the slaw. I ordered the assorted seafood and pasta. Wow! Excellent dish. Loaded with seafood and perfectly cooked spaghetti, in a well done red sauce. My wife loved her eggplant parmigiana. Sister-in-law had the salmon and veggies and said the salmon was a bit over-cooked but was really full with flavor. A friend gad a fish dish which she said was really good. Portions were all very large. Clean, comfortable space, with local photos (that were theme appropriate). Server very attentive and eager to please. Cappuccinos -- 3 of them -- looked great and my coffee was hot and quite strong (but I like strong coffee). Nice lunch at a reasonable price.

absolutely phenomenal Italian/balken food. Deff the place to stop if driving from NYC to vermont…read more Cute

Another memorable food experience from my work trip to Connecticut! Our team ordered a variety of…read moredishes, so we got to try a little bit of everything. Every dish was exceptionally tasty, flavorful, and filling. It's always a great find when a restaurant delivers delicious food across the board, not just one standout dish. Definitely one of the food highlights of the trip and a place I'd happily revisit!

Very nice decent Lebanese place. Got shawarma wraps which were delicious. Prepared very quickly…read more Falafel was a little dry but I'm honestly spoiled by another restaurant back home which sets a high standard.

Came for some apps before a show in town Service was fast &…read morefriendly Cold apps were a hit! Would come again Be sure to try the babaganoush :) Prices very resonable

City Kebab is a Middle Eastern kebab restaurant that opened in Hartford, Connecticut in September…read more2023. It was founded by husband and wife Uzbek immigrants Timur Rakhimov and Aziza Djalmamedova. The couple immigrated to the United States from Uzbekistan in 2010. After over a decade of education, training, and hard work, they decided to try their luck as restaurateurs. They found a space that used to be home to Hook & Ladder Restaurant (right next to Hartford Fire Department's historic South Green Station). The couple hired Turkish immigrant Hasan Korkmaz as their head chef. Together, they curated a menu full of traditional Turkish and Uzbek cuisine that is all prepared in accordance with halal dietary laws. Some of the menu items include kebabs, samsas, falafel, gyro, and mezzo platters. I recently dined at City Kebab while I was in Hartford to see a concert. I checked Yelp to see if there was anywhere good to grab dinner before the show, and Middle Eastern/Mediterranean cuisine sounded fantastic to me. When I entered, I was greeted by the very friendly co-owner Timur, who said, "I work for my wife. She's the real boss." After being seated, I began to look over the menu. When Timur returned, he tried to recommend that I get gyro. I told him, "Oh no. I know exactly what I want. I'd like to order a variety of small plates to sample. I'm a local food blogger and I want an authentic experience." Timur was just ecstatic and quickly went to give my order to the kitchen staff. I started off first with a small "Mixed Cold Appetizer" (combo of hummus, babganush, haydari, soslu patlican, antep ezme, avocado ezme), the "Falafel" (mixture of chickpeas, parsley, onions, garlic, Middle Eastern spices, deep fried) and a small teapot of "Turkish Black Tea". Timur brought me some complimentary "Ramazan Pidesi" (Turkish Bread) as well as a glass of "Fresh Squeezed Lemonade". He said, "You need to try this!" So far, everything was excellent! For the main course, I had the "Mixed Grill" (mixture of chicken shish, beef shish, kofte, lamb adana, beef & lamb gyro, served w/ white rice, bulgur rice, Mediterranean salad). It was a symphony of Mediterranean flavors! Timur surprised me with a "Pumpkin Samsa" (pumpkin filling in crispy pastry, seasoned with spices, served w/ tomato sauce) and said, "You can't leave without trying this. It's an Uzbek specialty!" It was very tasty! Before the meal was over, he said, "Save some room. I have another surprise for you at the end." He brought me "Künefe with Dondurma" (Turkish ice cream). I had never tried this before. Stuffed with melted mozzarella and then topped with pistachio and almond crumbles, it was simply divine! I repeatedly thanked Timur for his hospitality and for sharing his culinary cultural traditions with me. I had enough leftovers for both my wife and I to have for dinner the following evening. I'll definitely be returning with my whole family. If you're looking for an authentic Middle Eastern culinary experience in Hartford, then look no further than City Kebab!