I know my Lebanese food, and this place beats all local competitors (Amir, Boustan, Basha, Adonis)…read morehands down in terms of freshness, taste, service, and cleanliness. I took advantage of a flyer coupon to try a shawarma pita trio. The shawarma was a tasty, well-seasoned, generous portion with nice condiments especially the lefet. The potatoes were a highlight: well-spiced, very generous, delicious pan-fried and served with a huge dollop of very fresh garlic sauce. And for soft drinks (which I normally wouldn't even mention), you can get a can of practically any kind - how many places offer Diet Doctor Pepper? My one criticism is that I would prefer my food a touch warmer in temperature - nothing was cold, but nothing could be considered piping hot.
The place is spotlessly clean, very bright and open - quick-service, yes, but pleasant. The staff are multilingual and friendly. I like that they use real plates and silverware for their dine-in customers. I was so impressed that I asked if I could use a 2nd coupon and get a mixed plate to go. The counter guy grimaced and said usually it's against the 1-coupon-per-visit policy, but he would ask the owner... who said ok. As the owner pointed out, if I am ready to order takeout after finishing a full meal, I must really like the food.
The combo had the shawarma and shish taouk on rice and potatoes, 2 choices of very fresh salad (I chose beets and Greek salad, but there were about 10 choices that looked great), 2 servings of sauce (hummus, garlic sauce) and a pita. Another generous portion, in a convenient container (not the awful styrofoam clamshell).
I will be back once a week for a combo plate at regular price, which is very reasonable and completely on par with the local competition. They even said they sold kibbe, but it wasn't on the menu. I think it will be worth it to look into the "hidden menu." Although I'm already disappointed that there is no sfiha, I'm sure there will be other tasty treasures.