This place is a hidden gem! I am in town visiting my sister from NY. This was the first place we…read morewent to eat. It never disappoints. The "Dad" boxing the food, has a wonderful disposition and makes excellent recommendations.

Delicious food and great service and very pleasant staff and very clean interior! I wish we lived…read morecloser so that we could go more often.

My first time having cava. I've heard about it and now I've finally had it. The food was like…read morechipotle but with different options and it has sauces that you can add. I was basically adding things that I would like. The service was good. They were nice enough to entertain me regarding questions and recommendations. It wasn't busy when we came here. Many people ordered and left. My friend and I had dinner inside. Inside was clean and they have alot of seating. I would definitely go to any place that had a cava restaurant again if I see it.

Ordered the Pita chips DELICIOUS, the salad I got was good too. I'm going back for more on their…read moremenu.

Absolutely delicious; excellent customer service as well!!!!!!!! First time but not my last time!!!!read more

From the owner: We are a take out restaurant at the food court at St Charles Mall in Waldorf, Maryland…read more We serve Mediterranean cuisine. Shawarmas and Gyros are our main dishes. We keep rice bowls, wraps, salad bowls etc. Our protein options are: Chicken, Beef, Falafel and Tofu. We also serve baklava, maamoul, mango lassi, rose lassi, Turkish tea, Turkish coffee and Samosas. We do take outs, dine in and catering. We are open 7 days a week.

The experience begins well before the front door. Even from the parking lot, the aromas drifting…read morefrom the kitchen set expectations high, rich, savory, and unmistakably inviting. It's the kind of sensory preview that makes you quicken your step. The restaurant is bookable via Resy, making it an easy choice for those looking to apply dining credits from American Express Gold or Platinum cards, always a welcome convenience when planning a night out. Despite being a weekday, the dining room was notably busy, buzzing with the energy of what feels like a family-run establishment. There's a warmth to the atmosphere, personal, lived-in, and authentic, that suggests a loyal local following. That said, it was clear the crowd may have slightly outpaced staffing levels. While the service itself was courteous and attentive, there were noticeable delays with drinks and refills, understandable, though worth mentioning. We started with the Southern Maryland Crab Dip, which delivered solid flavor and a generous blend of cheese and crab. I would have welcomed a bit more artichoke heart for balance, and perhaps an additional slice or two of bread. With only four slices provided, the ratio leaned heavily in favor of the dip, fortunate in abundance, but impractical in execution, as even those slices were quickly overwhelmed. The Chicken Kabob proved to be a reliable and satisfying choice, tender, well-seasoned, and thoughtfully plated. The accompanying sides of sautéed broccoli and grilled zucchini were properly portioned, with the zucchini sliced just thick enough to retain its texture and flavor. When deciding between the Makaronia Me Kima, Basil Pesto, Galazio Special Carbonara, and Pastitsio, I deferred to the waiter's recommendation. Without hesitation, he pointed to the Pastitsio, a choice that paid off. Comforting and familiar, it's a dish many have enjoyed in different forms without necessarily knowing its proper name. The portion was generous enough to leave me with leftovers, which made for an excellent lunch the following day. Dessert brought the evening to a high note with the Greek Chocolate Mousse Cake. Lighter than expected, it avoided the density often associated with chocolate desserts while still delivering richness and satisfaction. The portion was ample and easily shareable. Overall, it was a very good dining experience, welcoming, flavorful, and largely well-executed. One small disappointment, however, came in the form of a missed detail. When booking, the reservation notes requested acknowledgment of my GF's birthday, not a complimentary dessert or special treatment, just a simple candle to mark the occasion. Unfortunately, it went unnoticed. It's a minor thing in the grand scheme, but one that matters in moments meant to be remembered. Had I known it wouldn't be honored, I would have brought a candle myself. That aside, the experience was still a positive one. I would recommend the restaurant and expect to return. With just a bit more attention to the finer details, it could easily elevate itself from good to truly memorable.

This was my third time coming to this restaurant, and I honestly couldn't believe the service and…read morefood quality this time around. When I walked in, the host -- who was not very friendly -- asked how many were in my party. I said "1," and she immediately told me I would have to sit at the bar, even though there were several open tables. I politely asked if I could sit at one of the two-top tables, but she said no because they were for reservations. I explained that I preferred not to sit at the bar. Looking back, I probably should have left then, but I was hungry, so I stayed. Once seated, I asked for the crab dip, only to find out they no longer had it. I then ordered the lamb chops, which I had enjoyed during my previous two visits. This time, however, they came out extremely pink and undercooked. I was shocked. The waitress told me they "don't cook them well done," but offered to take them back and have them cooked a little longer. Unfortunately, when they returned, they were still pink/red and literally bleeding. The waitress then said she was going to get "Mama" from the back. I told her that wasn't necessary if the restaurant simply does not prepare lamb chops well done anymore. I was very disappointed and didn't realize things had changed over the last few months. Overall, the customer service was poor, and the food quality was nowhere near what I experienced during my previous visits. The pictures shown are from when she brought them back to me.

Friendly staff and awesome food! Wonderful Italian/greek restaurant atmosphere. We had the large…read moredeluxe pizza and it was perfect. You can tell the pizza was made with fresh ingredients and baked to perfection in a brick oven! The prices were very reasonable and we will be making this our go to pizza place from now on!

On the third visit, was very disappointed with the order we were served. Ordered two calzones, one…read morewith pepperoni, sausage and mushrooms, the second with pepperoni, mushroom and pineapple. Waited about 10 -15 minutes for our order and when it was delivered to the table, it looked like a true NY-Style Calzone. 12" pizza folded in half with a lot of ricotta and mozarella cheese with the toppings but when we cut through the middle of both of the calzones, the middle of the calzone was still cold, so the cheese wasn't fully melted and we could see individual pieces of shredded mozarella cheese on top of uncooked ricotta. This was the same with both calzones. The one I ordered with pineapple had all of the toppings I asked for but my wife's, who had ordered sausage in hers, was missing the sausage. We mentioned to our server that there was no sausage in the calzone my wife had asked for and they offered us a free tiramisu cake in addition to removing the cost for the sausage. The sauce didn't have the same zip to it as it did the first day I went there. A huge difference in a matter of mere weeks. Not so sure I want to take the chance again at this establishment.

It's been a few weeks now since my visit but I can still remember and taste the fresh ingredients…read more It's a small shop in del ray but with plenty of seating inside and outside. The staff and extremely friendly. They were so welcoming and really patient with us as we had lot of questions. Even gave us a sample of their lemonade which was refreshing and so delicious had as craving more! Complimented the food so well. We all were so full by the end of our meal but wish we didn't so we could have more. You can tell everything is made in house with so many veggie toppings which I love!! You can get as much toppings as you want, either into a wrap, bowl, or salad. 10/10 recommend!! We also tried the cookies. She said to give them 6 or 8 minutes (can't remember) and they will be ready. Cookies are fresh fresh and always warmed up per order. They were perfect. If you go to their website they have a rewards program check it out first!!

This is my second time here and it reminds me why I went back. This place is so neat and organized…read more The staff were straightforward with their service and so nice. They have indoor and outdoor seatings. The menu offers outside the bowl they have desserts and also drinks. I ordered gyro bowl with Cucumber Lemonade and it's the best partner! Gyro was moist and all the added stuff tastes fresh. Of course will go back again to try other food in the menu. The only thing you need to consider the parking. This place is so good that it could get packed especially weekends and dinner time. It is somehow close to the King Street Station but it's still quite a walk.

One of the first places we tried when we moved to Kingstowne almost 5 years ago. Food is fresh and…read moredelicious and the owner is really nice. I always get the beef shawarma and my husband gets the chicken. Lots of fresh veggies and toppings for your wrap. Get extra garlic sauce!

Unfortunately, this is now closed I'm guessing the rent was going up too much. I am hoping he…read morerelocated in another location as the food was awesome!

Fresh. Flavorful. Remarkable. The line was long and after one bite, it made perfect sense why…read more Mezeh delivered a fresh Mediterranean bowl that was packed with texture, flavor, and quality ingredients from top to bottom. I ordered the Vibrant Vegan bowl with falafel, brown basmati rice, lentils, tabbouleh, hummus, pickled onions, cabbage slaw, and lemon garlic sauce. Every ingredient tasted fresh and intentional. The falafel had a perfect crisp exterior while staying soft and herbaceous inside, and the lemon garlic sauce tied everything together beautifully. As someone who loves Cava, this immediately gave me that same customizable Mediterranean experience -- but honestly, this bowl held its own. The vegetables were crisp, the portions generous, and everything looked just as good as it tasted. Even after taking it back to the hotel, it still ate incredibly well. The staff moved the line efficiently despite how busy it was, and the open kitchen concept added to the experience watching everything being prepared fresh. Definitely a spot worth the wait if you want something flavorful, fresh, and satisfying without feeling heavy.

Was staying at one of the nearby hotels, so we swung in for lunch!…read more The space has lots of seating for small and medium groups! A fast casual spot, you get to choose from a pre-set choice or build your own Mediterranean entree. Bowl, pita, or salad...with tons of topping and sauce options to choose from. They were a bit understaffed for the lunch rush, so it was a bit longer of a wait than it should have been, in my opinion. I built my own rice bowl on this visit, which included chicken, veggies, hummus, and a few other random goodies! It was super yummy and came served up with a side pita. My only critique was that the protein serving size was smaller than I expected for the price. Overall, a great, healthier option for lunch or dinner in the area!

New halal spots pique my curiosity, unlike the average restaurant. It's almost impossible for them…read moreto be both overpriced and bad. At worst, it is one of the two (with exceptions). This establishment seems to be Egyptian owned, as the walls claim that Egyptians created bread, cupcakes and falafel. The service was fine, though the tables could have been cleaner. I appreciate that they allow you to substitute some of the rice portion for lettuce/spring mix although the spring mix was wet. They also offered both spicy and regular options for rice and chicken. I got spicy rice with spicy chicken, and for my toppings I got Mediterranean salad, hummus, and tzaziki. I didn't realize you could also get white sauce, green sauce, etc, so I probably wouldn't get tzaziki and get olives or something else next time. The chicken and rice combo was a bit overly spicy for me and upset my stomach slightly. I'd probably get regular for both the next time. I also got tiramisu which they recommended over all the other "cupcakes" which they claim (via the wall) is Egyptian. The tiramisu was surprisingly good. There was soft music that seems Arabic-speaking. They have fountain drinks as well as bottled beverages. They also include a service charge - it was like $0.42 for me. I don't regret stopping by, but I wish my stomach was more settled. I just came from a restorative yoga class and I was thoroughly at peace.

GO HERE. I've been charging near here for a while now and we've always gone to the other…read morerestaurants nearby. But, I've always made a comment about wanted to try this place. Well, this time we actually tried it. I'm a simple caveman - we've got a bowl with basmati rice, chicken AND lamb/beef gyro, tahini, and hummus. Hits the damn spot. Fountain drinks, combo options, cups for water, and bottled drinks. You go down the line, say what you want (like every fast casual these days), and end up at the register. Fast operation. Plenty of seating indoors.

This place is a true gem of the area! Delicious food and wine!…read moreWe enjoyed really good Chianti, outstanding greek-style pizza and a very juicy yet not over-sweet orange cake! The service is great too!

I loved this place! So quaint, so cute, and the food was really delicious! We got the Greek…read moresampler, a Greek salad, and some wine/beer - and it everything tasted so fresh! Seemed family owned and the staff were amazing and so friendly. The restaurant brought me back to when we visited Greece and Italy. I highly recommend a visit!!!