God I love Yia Yia's so much!! This is my first time back in maybe over a year. I have came here…read morefor lunches with my friends and coworkers and can't help but always get my favorite. I ordered the pastichio and spanakopita and omgggg it's so good. The pastichio came with pita and side salad. I am obsessed; it hits every single time. I love the crisp edges on the top of the pastichio and the way the pasta and bechamel melt into the meat - it's very satisfying. I ordered my food directly on their site for pickup. It was ready when it said it would be and everyone was kind in handing it off and letting me know where the utensil and napkins are if needed. The restaurant is cute. My friend and I have sat outside to eat once to enjoy our food and it was relatively calm and quiet. I love this place so much and maybe someday I'll stray from my usual but ehhh it's ok.

Sincerely, the best gyros I have had. I prefer the pork one, yet the lamb and beef meatballs are…read morejust as good. They also offer grilled shrimp, but I haven't tried it. The nice crust on the pork, fries, and fresh chopped veggies separate this gyro for me. Definitely worth a stop next time you're not sure what to eat. The menu is very complete, something for everyone. The service is always prompt and friendly. The gyros, calamari, and other items are cooked to order, so you can call ahead if you don't want to wait. The sitting area is not very big, but I believe they have arranged the space to make it comfortable without being too crowded. Very cute Greek decorated with a beautiful picture of Greece for a complete Greek experience. 100/10 recommend

We had a good experience at great Greek Mediterranean Grill restaurant. We have been in other…read morelocations and they are one of the fence. The place was quiet and because I will order very fast staff or friendly and the food taste great.

I was visiting from out of state, and my companion had been here before and recommended it. We…read morestopped in rather late, so the place was quiet, but the two workers there were very friendly. Ordering was easy, the cook (I think it was the cook) was always smiling and friendly, and the food was delicious. Fwiw, I ordered a Gyro sandwich to take home, and it was HUGE and tasty and very filling. I'd highly recommend this small place for great food!!!

Representing November 2023 in my scrapbook series is Cedars of Lebanon. On Saturday, November 18,…read more2023, I had 1st of 2 dates with a woman who lived in Lanham. We met that Saturday morning at New Deal Cafe for coffee. Date was going well, and we went to lunch in this center here. Wow, this was amongst the best Mediterranean I've had. I got a platter with rice, meat, & more. I don't remember the exact specifics, but I remember I thought it was excellent. Staff was nice too. It's a pretty small place, but we were comfortable in this as Saturday lunch business wasn't too busy. Conclusion with this woman & a better new era: As for this woman & our 2nd date, we met for lunch near where I live on a rainy Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend (See my 5-star review of Notos in Maryland City). She was from Indonesia, here working for a family, and said the host family was moving to California next week. I said how crappy that was as you just got to Maryland in October. So, there was no future with this woman. Incidentally, a little more than 2 months later was my first date with my girlfriend of now about 2.7 years, which has been great.

The Cedars of Lebanon is an easily-overlooked cafe right on the corner of the Old Greenbelt…read moreShopping Center which is a lovely hidden gem. I spent every summer in this town, growing up, and I never discovered this restaurant until a precious friend brought me here a few years ago. It's a dated, though efficient, and charming, cafe with fresh dishes you might love. Firstly, if you plan on having lunch here on a Monday, make sure you are able to finish by 2:45 since they close by 3pm. All other days, they are open past 8pm. We started with the sweet potato soup despite the fact that the reviews for the lentil soup here are the highest. Yes! If it's featured: get it! The turmeric and coconut milk make this soup delightful. The herbs made it so fresh and there was just the right amount of sweetness and gentle heat. Parsley really adds to this recipe and I'm not usually a fan of this herb. The pitas are soft, thin and light. Love them. We needed to order more. I've never had such paper-thin pitas. Yum! I love love love the hummus, here. It is nothing short of divine. The flavors are fabulous and deeply complex. You can really taste the tahini. The olive oil is mild and delicious. I exclaimed, "the hummus was the best ever." And then 5 minutes later, I read a review by Yelper James H. where he says it's the best ever and, "... this hummus at Cedars of Lebanon might have ruined all other hummus for me forever." While I've had similar swooning feelings over the hummus at Lebanese Taverna in Tyson's Corner, this hummus is at least a top contender if not the metro DC area's hummus winner. The cucumber mint yogurt salad is nice, cold and refreshing. You can really taste the mint. I would order this yogurt salad with every meal. The falafel pizza is unusual and fresh. Straight away-- you can taste the tahini, parsley and couscous. The dough is grainy and natural. And there are radishes on this falafel pizza: not overpowering. For the $9 or so pricepoint, this dish is a true labor of love. To prep all of these vegetables, even with food processors, must take time. How novel of a dish! Put the yogurt salad on this pizza. You will thank me. And I only did it because I was watching someone else slather it on. There were at least 12 desserts on the menu. Meow. If we weren't so full of pita, hummus, tahini and fresh veggies, we certainly would love to taste a few of these. As well as the Turkish coffee, with an authentic ceramic and metal carafé presentation.

I spent the last two years of my undergrad inhaling Moby Dick- favorites are barreh and joojeh. I…read morelove getting their salads and they're very generous with their portions. I love the fact that you can choose half salad and rice. They also have excellent prices for the amount of food you get, and as mentioned in someone else's meal, tons of smiles and very positive, easy going workers here. Not to mention, since this is an express location, you get your food fast which is great for someone who's killing time between classes. Their "normal" locations are a bit too slow for me (and more pricier it seems!)

Moby Dick's is a good fast casual option for Middle Eastern fare, but it's not exceptional in its…read moreflavor or cooking. However, it's not like there's a ton of shops like this around; so, if that's what you're craving, it's good in a pinch.

My husband treated us to lunch from Krazi Kebob, and his recommendation of the Chicken Kati Rolls…read moreturned out to be an absolute game-changer for my taste buds. As someone unfamiliar with this type of food, I had no idea what to expect, but let me tell you, the experience was nothing short of fantastic. The highlight of the meal was undoubtedly the Chicken Kati Rolls. The chicken was bursting with flavor. The recommended side of spicy sauce added an extra kick that elevated the overall experience. To complement the rolls, we also ordered fries. They were perfectly cooked and paired exceptionally well with a mayo dip. Adding to the positive experience was the seamless pick-up process. Ordering was a breeze, and when we arrived to collect our meal, everything was ready and waiting. Definitely coming back!

Good, not phenomenal. Some dishes (like the naan quesadilla) are amazing, but the consistency is…read morenot 100%. The fried chicken is mid and you just wish you'd gone to a more traditional place. Basically if you are ordering for a big group of people who can't decide if they want Indian, Mexican or Fried chicken, or you want a mix of stuff and don't want to go to 3 different places, it's a good compromise.

Solid location! Recently placed a mobile order, which was ready when I arrived. Woot!…read more I got a greens + grains bowl: super greens, black lentils, tzatziki, harissa, corn, red pepper hummus, grilled steak and yogurt dill (on the side) so it doesn't soggy on my ride home! The bowl was yummy! Please beware that parking in this lot is hectic. They do ticket so pay the meter.

Definitely a fan!…read more You can't go wrong with this place!...It's fast, healthy, quality ingredients and most of all...delicious!! I have been to several CAVA locations around the city and they all are good....and the consistency is there too! This location is no exception. They have a pretty focused menu where you choose greens or rice bowl...or both! You work you way down the down selecting ingredients for your meal and over 13+ toppings.... like Lentils, Eggplant + Roasted Red Pepper, Harissa, Organic Roasted Garlic Hummus, Olives, Tomatoes, Pickeled Peppers, Cucumbers... Meats: Grilled Chicken, Spicy Lamb Meatballs, Braised Lamb, Grilled Steak, Roasted Vegetables as Vegetarian options. Think of a Mediterranean version of Chipolte. I typically go for the the Splendid Greens & Rice Bowl with a mix of lentils, hummus-harissa dips, couscous, plethora of veggies...all with the Grilled Chicken, Braised Lamb or Spicy Lamb Meatballs!....lt is nothing but the truth!! A healthy gospel of goodness in a bowl. I opt for the grilled steak over the chicken at times with this combination, to change things up every now and then. In all, it is an excellent and tasty meal at a great value --considering its the healthy way to go. The food at CAVA is very fresh made of high quality ingredients. The meats, sauces and dressings are seasoned and has really good flavor. There are vegetarian options too. I will admit thought that it is a bit pricey when it comes to looking for an economical, cheap lunch options....but for the portion size and healthy option aspect...it is totally worth it! * PRO TIP: Use their app frequently to earn rewards and free meals! Also, free bowl ($9.00) credit for your Birthday!!

Cool spot in Takoma Park that I've wanted to visit for awhile. I'm glad I finally did. Met up with…read moresome friends. Service by Jack and Heather was excellent. Finding metered street parking was easy. Later found out there's a paid parking lot in the back. They're open daily. Olive is a nice mix of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and American cuisine. The space was much bigger than I initially realized. We sat in the front of the space but there's a bigger bar in the middle and outdoor seating! They have happy hour Monday to Friday, 4 - 7, in addition to daily specials! I tried the samosas and they were delicious! The happy red wine (a merlot) was really good. I got a few glasses. Everyone had a good time! I will definitely be back.

This spot has two entrances -- One from the main street in the front and and one in the back…read moreconnected to a parking lot and the restaurant's patio seating. I came in the front not even knowing that the back area existed. There's a whole other bar, some cool decor and everything. The mezza platter on Mondays is such a steal! Money aside, everything in it is so delicious and worth it. And I love that it is totally vegetarian -- grape leaves usually half before lamb in them, so it was a nice surprise to see that they didn't. I'd be excited to try their $10 burger Tuesdays and other great daily deals. Happy hour is every weekday from Monday to Friday ... And the staff were super friendly and attentive, including the one who just recently started (I think her name was Heather?). I would be delighted to return! Mediterranean + bar food makes for a fun time.

Always a huge fan of the food here. It's consistent, flavorful, and reasonable price. The staff is…read morealways great and I've never had issues with anything I've ordered. I highly recommend the shrimp if you're trying to cut back on meat and the baklava cheesecake alone is worth the trip. Oh, and they have the best Greek/Opa dressing I've ever had in my life.

To go order experience here was great. Food was packed well and prepared quickly. This location had…read morethe best salmon I've had compared to other locations. I'll Be back!

What a beautiful place of worship and fellowship! Here is the largest mosque in the US. Diyanet is…read morea complete campus, includes a Turkish bath, cultural center, library, gift shop, restaurant and shop in addition to the masjid. The restaurant is open to the public as well as the campus, for tours. There is plenty of ample parking and people are very welcoming. If you are considering visiting, be advised when in the courtyard to enter the mosque, shoes need to be removed and hair covered if a female. There are cubbies for shoes and if you don't have a shawl or scarf you can purchase one in the gift shop. The restaurant is open to the public with Turkish cuisine. You'd be hard pressed to find authentic food like this elsewhere in the area. I walked away with a belly full, tears of gratitude, wonderful fragrance and a new friends. Look forward to returning.

Beautiful masjid and community amenities inside! Makes for a great stop over for road trips with…read morethe cafe (food is great here!), bathrooms, gift shop and cultural center, gym, and hammam. Truly feels like a little piece of Turkey it's well maintained. Staff is not present at times due to events but security is there on campus.

My buddy and I visited a few years ago when this place was still The Perfect Pita ... We each were…read morein a pita mood and ordered and they were quite enjoyable! I remember i got one of the veggie hummus ones. It has just recently rebranded and updated, though you still see some of the old signage around. With the updates have come a few (just a few) new items, including flan. I envy the people who have access to this little cafe because the pitas are hearty and allegedly the coffee is really good. They have plenty of salads, veggie cups, and desserts as well. I see that other regulars have mentioned the price going up here, but to me this is relatively inexpensive. What they charge $10 for, I see some places charge $15. I think it is a nice cafe to have in the area and I wish them success with their latest rebrand. Hope they do well!

This is in the building where I work. The food is good. It can be a bit pricey but in the pinch…read moreit's a good alternative. The restaurant is always clean the staff is always friendly and the customer service is always great. I didn't actually know they had an app so if you download the app you do get points and that way you can use some of those points and take a few dollars off of your meal. Although I wouldn't come down here and eat everyday because of the prices but I will definitely come down maybe once or twice a week.