Amazing food. I will definitely be back to try more items. Flavorful, fresh, just great all around…read more Service was fast and friendly, you just order at the front counter and wait. Not a whole lot of seating, mainly great place for takeout, but we did eat in and with not a lot of people it was comfortable. Definitely recommended!

Do you like falafel and not to spend an outrageous amount of money on it? This place has the best…read morefalafel and anytime I get the chance I order the wrap. They're super fast, food is always fresh and hot, and ordering process online is super easy. I've never ate inside, but they do have some seating and a couple patio tables outside. The inside has restrooms and a television. I imagine sitting and eating there is enjoyable as well. Pick up is very easy and convenient with a nice parking lot. I'm afraid that if I stayed I'd just order way more!

This place highly exceeded my expectations. We ordered the…read morefamily plate of the mixed grill. It was amazing. Not spicy like the other afghani restaurants in the area. The ambiance was nice, clean, and organized. The flavors were amazing and authentic. Like you're going to Paterson NJ. The owners are super cool and nice too. Highly recommend and this will be our go to spot. Will try the desserts and maybe the crepes next time.

This is a cute little place near Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute that shares a location with a…read morepizza establishment. The 88 is a sit down restaurant located at the rear of the area. The atmosphere is casual and definitely a college food vibe with a Middle Eastern flair. The menu is a bit diverse but also carries a theme. The service is very good and attentive and very knowledgeable about dishes that might demand a question or two. The food is flavorful and very filling with a lighter hit to the wallet. I think this is a place that you might not know about but you probably should.

When I used to work in Brooklyn there was a falafel cart that had the best falafel I'd ever had…read more Since then I've tried various falafel places and I've made them a few times at home. Nothing has come close. When I come to a decent sized city I look out for good restaurants to try. I was excited to see how the falafel was at Mazadar. Walking in I was greeted by friendly staff. There was a casual atmosphere. The felafel was the best I've ever had. I've had felafel all over the world in authentic restaurants. This was the best. From the bread to the balls to the salads to the sauces. Pure perfection. Everything was so fresh and so delicious.

Food - 100/10 Service - Exemplary…read moreAmbiance - Welcoming Great for large groups, families, meeting your best friend or just going by yourself. Also great for take out! What's good on the menu? EVERYTHING

Every day I'm confronted with the same dilemma, what's for lunch? What's for dinner? We were…read morein Colonie recently and stopped to visit Legends. It was a little confusing in that the had 2 menus; Legends Pizza and Legends Kabobs. I asked for a chicken gyro and got what I thought was Schwartz type sliced chicken. It may be my ignorance or expectations. Neither here nor there, what I got was delicious. A warmed pita stuffed with chicken, a yogurt sauce (did not seem to be Tzatziki, but was good) with lettuce and onions. It's location is a small strip mall around the corner from a bagel place and Hannaford. Parking was adequate. Staff were quick to fill the order. It's a place we would go back to. Go get lunch!

We ordered chicken shish kebab and kofta kebab plates, both dishes lacked any spices or seasonings,…read morewere very bland. Moreover, they were overcooked and dry. Don't recommend these particular dishes at all, did not try any other plates there

My son had stopped here on the way to visit and based on some of the leftovers, we knew it had to…read morebe on the list. Traveling within about 5 minutes on the way to visit a good friend, and it happened to be right around lunch time, the opportunity finally came. It's a casual place, lots of 2 and 4 top tables, but what caught my eye when we went in was the cooler full of amazing side options. Then you look up and there's a beautiful oven and a dough station. This is looking great. We sat and ordered lamb kebab and doner kebab. A couple minutes later, a large (~11x17?) wooden tray appeared with a piping hot lavash bread and a plate of dill yogurt sauce. If the meal had stopped there, I would have been a happy camper. We had just had a few pieces when the kebab arrived, each with a pepper, tomato, some red cabbage, and onion. Both meats were authentic and delicious. My favorite way to eat my doner was with a bit of the bread, a bit of the dill sauce, some onion and cabbage, and a bunch of meat - a mini gyro, if you will. We took away about 1/3 of the generous portions and ordered a large mixed plate (all 10 of the sides) and baklava to take to our friend. It's a bit of a drive for us, but any time we're anywhere close, we're going to be back for sit down (if it's mealtime) or takeaway if it's not. I highly recommend you do the same.

Alibaba is probably the oldest Turkish restaurant in the Albany area, and it recently got a nice…read moreupgrade -- from the furniture to the serving plates and menus. The place feels much more modern and inviting now. Our family especially enjoys the beyti kebab, the güveç, and their pide. I haven't tried the pizza yet, but since their pide is very good, I imagine the pizza would also be solid. For me though, the real highlight at Alibaba is the mezze. In Turkish cuisine, grilled meats and kebabs are almost always enjoyed with a variety of mezze. They might technically be sides, but they're a big part of the whole experience. These days there are several Turkish kebab places in the area, but none of them offer a wide selection of fresh, house-made mezze like Alibaba does. At many places you're lucky if you find one or two options, often just a basic ezme. At Alibaba you'll find around ten different mezze and each one tastes distinct and freshly made. Every time I tell myself I'll just take a little... and somehow I end up filling a big mezze plate. Honestly, even when we grill at home, our motivation is picking up mezze from Alibaba to go with it. I'm not sure if it gets the credit it deserves, but don't skip the mezze here -- you'd be missing out. In fact, start with the mezze and figure out the rest later :))

Excellent legit Greek food…read more Recommend the mezze platter as a starter: hummus, tzatziki, ezme, eggplant tomatoes, and tirokafter. All super flavorful and decent size portions for a starter. Can serve about 4. Also recommend the keftedakia grilled lamb & beef seasoned with garlic, mint, parsley & onion and served with tzatziki. Also decent sized for an appetizer. Can't go wrong with any fish here. Service was excellent both times we went. Online ordering via Toast https://order.toasttab.com/online/athos

Great food, everything tasted fresh and the restaurant was very clean. Service was amazing and not…read morerushed but also moved. I ordered Branzino filet and husband ordered beef souvlaki. They were out of the short rib but his was very good. The bourbon drink on special was amazing! I was nervous to go because it was a little out of my comfort zone but it is a wonderful date night spot.

Fresh, flavorful, good quality food fast and at a reasonable price AND a local small business with…read morea positive story. Simone's is simply great. All of their proteins have enough distinct flavor that they actually taste different and there is enough topping variety to keep it interesting from one visit to the next. Simone's isn't generic bowl slop nor questionable quality Chipotle. Meatballs, beets, and spicy tahini would be some of my recommended favorites. My family can't wait for the Glenmont store to open!

If you're a fan of the Chipotle or Subway build-your-own style concept but want something a little…read moredifferent, Simone's Kitchen is definitely worth a visit. Mediterranean food done fast, fresh, and with plenty of options. The best part is the customization. Tons of fresh toppings, flavorful proteins, and some excellent dips and sauces that let you build exactly what you're craving. Everything looked fresh and the ingredients tasted like they were prepared with care. Service was friendly and efficient. The line moved quickly, orders were put together correctly, and it was easy to get in and out without feeling rushed. The atmosphere is casual and clean, making it a great option for lunch, a quick dinner, or a healthy alternative to traditional fast food. The only downside is the price. It's a little more expensive than some of the fast-casual chains, but the quality and freshness help justify the cost. Pizza Beast Score: 4/5 "Fresh ingredients, great Mediterranean flavors, excellent dips, and quick service. A little pricey, but the quality makes it worth the stop."

A very well kept store in Latham offering a variety of international foods…read more The employees were very friendly. There is so much to see, every bit of this store is fully stocked with thousands of items. Any questions I had were answered expertly. There is a cafe in the rear of this store which seemed like it just kept going further and further back, seriously there is so much inside! There was a full service butcher shop in the middle of the store with Halal meats and a large freezer section stocked with whole fish. Fresh produce is also in the middle of the store close to the cashier stand. A large freezer section lines the wall to the left when you enter and on the right bulk rices are available. It was a very cool shop and super affordable. I'll be back soon.

This place seems to have it all! We ordered food to eat there and everything was delicious. The…read morevegetable korma was so flavorful and may be one of my new favorite dishes! Generous portions and friendly staff.