Small and very clean, almost hole in the wall kind of place in an old shopping center in a…read moreresidential neighborhood. Arabic music playing. Service is very friendly, and as quick as possible, considering that stuff seems to be made to order. I ordered a chicken kebab platter which comes over a bed of basmati rice, possibly with saffron. Whatever the rice tasted great and it wasn't dry like at a lot of places. The chicken was marinated in a tangy yogurt-spice mix, grilled and topped with a tahini sauce. Delicious! As sides I got mujadara and roasted vegetables which were also tasty. I'll be back for takeout for sure in the future.

"Bodega-like Mediterranean Grill & Grocery in Parkwood area of Durham"…read more This place is WAY off the beaten path for most, but I'm so happy to have gotten to try it out. Nestled in a little strip between a Muslim school and a mosque is this grill and grocery. We came on a Wednesday evening, and almost every table was already taken by diners. You order your food at a counter, and it has the Middle Eastern foods you'd expect-- kofta, shawarma, gyros, falafel, baba ghanouj, hummus, baklava, etc. I opted for the lamb gyro sandwich with a side of baba ghanouj, and my dining partner had the falafel sandwich. They call your number when it's ready. Food took maybe 10 minutes to receive, so we browsed the market area. It's not a huge selection, but very traditional-- nice seeing so many labels in Arabic, and along with standards (e.g., canned fava beans for Ful Medames), they also had things like frozen chopped mulukhiyah leaves-- that's definitely a rarer sight. Lots of good spices too. The food was EXCELLENT. The lamb was juicy and perfect (unlike what another Yelp review said), the tzatziki sauce was delicious, and the baba ghanouj was perfectly cooked and textured. I had a small bite of the falafel, and it was indeed one of the best I've had in the US. Price was fair, too-- the sandwiches are all under $10 before tax and tip, and making it a combo with side and drink cost just something like $2.50. And service was friendly-- although they called out numbers, they did walk out with the food to try to find and bring you your dishes. And while it was an older space, it was overall still generally clean. Overall, I'd VERY happily come back.

We love castle mediterranian. Delicious food, generous portions and reasonable pricing. Delicious…read moreauthentic food!!

Order at the counter and they will bring the food out for you. After paying a table number is given…read moreto you at the cashier counter. There is no line,came on a weekday afternoon around 6. Quiet during these times. I ordered the combo 1 protein (lamb and beef kabob), that came with two sides, I chose pasta salad and stuffed grape leaves( sides:anything shown behind the glass showcase). My friend had the gyro lamb and beef wrap with fries. All what we tryed is good. Though I didnt quite like the stuffed grape leaves, not used to the seasoning in it but it wasnt bad.

Been a while since I've been here but it's one of my faves! Got the mixed platter, the fish…read moresandwich, and the daily chicken curry special. My son gets fish sandwiches everywhere they have them and this is his absolute favorite. It's super crispy and a great textural combo with the bread. The mixed grill was great as always and this was our first time trying their curry. Yum! The food is always fresh, the guys are always working hard in the back and the service at the ordering desk is friendly. The prices are great and the portions are HUGE. We always have leftovers for lunch the next day. It's a little run down on the inside but fortunately doesn't affect the food It's large and roomy and they do have a lot of booths and tables. Make sure you check out the bakery next door!

Even with 93% Sanitation rating, I can't!!!! The staff was…read morefriendly and helpful. The chicken chops were grilled to perfection. That's all I can say.

Great food. Had the Donor (beef) Gyro Wrap with grape leaves. The wrap was tight and sealed well…read moreso I could eat it without any mess. The ambiance left something to be desired. The eatery is located in a food hall along with several other food establishments, but the area isn't exactly popping economically so.... The man who took my order was polite, attentive and showed people different menu items on a TV screen if they asked. No beer or wine options which aren't really expected or available in most food courts. Just FYI on that.

Super friendly staff ; the main door is closed so you have to walk around to where the picnic…read moretables are. The portions are huge and the food came out piping hot. I got the chicken platter and it was delicious. It's in a common area and the seating is limited. The common area was not as clean as it could be but it's not the fault of the restaurant. The tables were dirty and there was some trash on the floors but we were able to wipe things down to sit and eat. I wish they would reopen the door because it's an added walk around for the disabled going in and leaving. The street is closed immediately after the parking area so you'll have to detour to exit the lot/street

This falafel was insanely good!! Nice deli kind if setup with lots of seating inside and a cute…read morespace (:

Delicious Mediterranean style food! The pita chips were well seasoned and the meat was tender. I…read morewish there was a sauce that came with the meat but overall a pretty good dish. Not pictured but also ordered was the spinach pie which was good. The service was quick and there's not too much seating but luckily we did not have a hard time finding a spot. The people were also really helpful and attentive.

Portions are massive at a great price point. Food came out hot and fast and was very tasty. Staff…read morewere quite friendly and the restaurant was clean and had a unique but interesting ambiance.

Sarah's has been killing it for a long while now. Before and after this nicer and well kept…read morelocation. The menu for sure has a couple bangers. This place has been holding it down for a while before the newer entrants. The food is spot-on, especially the shawarma plates. It's usually tender and seasoned perfectly. I also like the kabob or shawarma on pita. Love the melding of all the flavors and sauces. Their crispy fries are delicious too! Service is solid. Can't wait for my next visit.

As a native New Yorker, this Halal Food Truck is one of my favorite food trucks in the state. I've…read morebeen going here for over six years and the consistency with the food and the service is truly commendable. There is a quick turnaround on the order and you can call ahead as well, which is very convenient. There are a variety of authentic dishes ranging from chapli kebab to chicken or lamb over rice. In terms of ambiance there isn't any seating because this is a takeout truck. Not to mention the family is very sweet and accommodating! Just look out for the orange truck!

The food was good, the prices were a little higher than I thought but not horrible. It was about…read more$25 for two lamb and rice trays. Came with lamb, rice, some lettuce and a slice of tomato. They had a red spicy sauce and a white sort of tzatziki kind of sauce on the side as well. The location isn't the greatest but it's a food truck and it's consistent. I am excited to come back and try some more stuff on the menu.

It was my first time trying their Iskender. It was fantastic! Pitas cut in bite sized pieces, Doner…read morekebab also cut in small pieces and topped with a savory tomato sauce that is a flavor bomb! Hot melted butter is drizzled over the top to make it the dish rich and savory. A scoop of yogurt helps to balance it out and a wedge of charred tomato and bell pepper garnish the dish. All served in a long clay dish. This dish is not always available but it is on the menu. If it's available I highly recommend it. It's a bit indulgent and I couldn't eat it every day, but it is unique and delicious and the best Iskender I've ever had.

The absolute best part was the service and kindness shown us by the owners. We were traveling…read morethrough the area and stopped in for a quick bite., The babaganous (eggplant dip) was among the best I have ever had. All the food was fresh and healthy. We ordered the Mezza plate which is like a selection of appetizers. We selected Tzatziki ( yogurt dip) , salad, dolmas (stuffed grape leaves). It was all quite healthy which is why we chose Mediterranean type food, in this case a Turkish style. The ambience was very neat and clean. It is very modern and upbeat. I would try them again if I return to the area.,