Very tasty food, warm service, and a nice space. Came with a friend for brunch who is a little…read moresnobby about Mediterranean/Middle Eastern food and this place got the seal of approval. We came specifically for the Turkish breakfast but also added a meze trio. The bread products - both the simit and the transit came out warm, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Scrambled eggs were tender, not overcooked. All the ingredients were fresh and tasty.

Holy deliciousness. Incredible dinner experience at Esnaf tonight! We know we will be back--we will…read morewant to try new things, but it will be so hard because we loved everything we ordered tonight and would definitely order it all again. The branzino was excellent. We did the kebap trio -- the chicken was our favorite. For dessert we got the katmer (pistachio cream-filled filo pastry, served with pistachio gelato) -- this was a fantastic recommendation from our server. Service was top notch. There were three servers working inside and outside, quite a few tables including a big group, and they were so on top of it, warm, welcoming, attentive. Truly standout five star service from the moment we walked in--thank you, Esnaf staff! We loved our experience here. The restaurant is also beautiful! Get a table by the window if you can. Definitely a great date spot or place to linger over drinks with friends. We can't wait to be back.

Lamb shank was super tough and dry, totally overcooked. Falafel balls were also extremely dry…read moreinside. Neither of these tasted fresh (prepared and cooked maybe 1-2 days prior? Wouldn't be surprised if lamb was precooked 2-3 days prior.) Dips were good and fresh though. Maybe I should have gotten bbq'd items but I'd expect everything to taste good. Very "club" atmosphere with top 20 type songs playing. BYOB was nicest part!

Loved coming to Mazra- this spot has been on my to try list forever. I got the chicken shawarma…read morewrap, which was huge and definitely filled me up! The outdoor seating is simply gorgeous and has such a cozy feel to it. Love that there's free chai as well as sweetener offered in the restaurant. This place was so packed on a Sunday at 8 PM. The hostess was also incredibly kind- my friend ended up checking in late and we lost our table, but she put us on the list for the very next one to open up.

Wanted to try a new Mediterranean spot in San Carlos and since they have a cute outdoor patio, we…read morebrought our pup out on a warm night. We ordered the saghanaki ($18), greek salad ($16), salmon ($34), and gnocchi ($28). The server was kind enough to split the salad and plate it for 2 as he saw we were sharing. The saghanaki is always a hit - flaming cheese and oil? UGH. It's like an elevated grilled cheese once you pair it with the complimentary pita bread. The gnocchi was good and the salmon was cooked well. We were the only ones in the restaurant for a while, and staff checked on us frequently.

Pylos is a great spot in San Carlos! The service was warm and welcoming, the vibe was relaxing and…read morecozy, and the food was great! I ordered a gyro plate and it came with a good amount of meat, pita, and veggies. The prices are pretty fair for a sit down restaurant, and the wait times weren't very long at all on a Friday night! Overall a great place to grab a bite that's a little more elevated from your usually gyro spot.

Sarah our server was so kind. She checked on us multiple times throughout the evening. It was…read morepretty busy on a Friday night. Shared the beef kebab entree with the pumpkin, yogurt and meat sauce dish and a side of spinach. I like how the restaurant is tucked in the corner of a strip mall and non descript from the outside. On the inside it's bustling and usually a small wait (cuz people love it here)

This is easily the best Afghan food I've had in the Bay Area so far! Everything from the service to…read morethe decor, to the food was near perfection. I tried several different dishes. Mantoo- Excellent, creamy, very hearty, and the lamb didn't have a hint of game at all. Solid Kabab e Murgh- The juiciest chicken I've had so far this year. Literally, the juices were straight dripping from the chicken. Tender, moist, flavor was insane yet simple tasting, and the grill char taste that you can only get with cooking over an high heat open fire was just the cherry on top. Quabili Pallaw- The lamb was tender, juicy, and the carrots and raisins really added a different flavor profile to the dish along the rice. Korma Challaw - Beef was tender, the sauce and seasonings meshed so well I couldn't stop shoveling rice into my mouth. Solid dish.

Falafel Tazah did perfect job with our catering order!…read more Everything was fresh and ready right at the pickup time. We got a mix of lamb, beef, and chicken kabobs, and they were amazingly tender, flavorful, and perfectly grilled. Along with that, the family style menu also included pita, rice, salad, falafel, hummus, baba ghanouj, and baklava, which were all fresh and delicious. And to top it off, the portions were so generous that we probably could have fed another 4 or 5 people on top of the 20 we ordered for. Thanks Falafel Tazah!

Good fresh tasting food. Love the wraps especially…read more The deluxe falafel wrap was flavorful and juicy. I love the depth the eggplant brings to the table. The diced veggies were plentiful. The portion was huge. The shawarma special bowl with lamb/beef was delicious and a perfect meal with all the flavors you want. The rice was cooked well, the pita was fluffy, the meat was tender and flavorful, the grilled veggies were bursting with juice. It was so savory. When it's busy it can be a bit of a wait.

Came here on a random weeknight and we were seated promptly. The service was ok for a fine dining…read moreplace but my expectations were low on this. The food: -zucchini cakes-excellent, crisp and melt in your mouth at the same time, served w some labneh. -Greek salad-would skip this if I were to order again, nothing memorable. -chicken skewers-juicy, tender, hot, was 9/10 -octopus-grilled to perfection, 10/10 Overall fun ambience, great food and a great addition to laurel st.

The spirit of Greece in San Carlos! Cocktails were made perfectly. Menu was full of delicious Greek…read moreclassics. Loved the octopus and the Souvlaki. Also was so happy to see a watermelon and feta salad on the menu! One of my summer favorites. The hostess and the servers and bartenders were so friendly and welcoming. And this place seriously reminds me of Greece. The bar was beautiful and the tables were well spaced for an intimate and semi-private dinner or family outing. Highly recommend!

Absolutely delicious Lebanese food! My husband is Lebanese, and he said everything tasted just like…read morehis mom's cooking--which is probably the highest compliment you can get! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and felt incredibly authentic. My husband ordered the chicken shawarma, I ordered the kofta kebab. We got tabuli and hummus to share. Everything was just what we were hoping for. We are often disappointed in other Mediterranean restaurants since they don't compare to the food his family makes. We are happy to finally find a restaurant that tastes a little like home. We'll definitely be coming back! Oh and don't forget to order some baklava to go, we were so full, but it was such a good sweet treat once we got home!

5 stars are not enough -- I would give 10 stars!…read more Trying the authentic and delicious Jordanian dishes here was truly an amazing experience. The food was fantastic, but what impressed me just as much was the beautiful atmosphere, welcoming environment, and excellent hospitality. The owner was especially warm, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. You don't feel like you're simply going to a restaurant for a meal -- you feel like you're being welcomed and treated like a guest in a beautiful, warm environment. The service was excellent, the food was delicious, the atmosphere was wonderful, and the people were truly amazing. Thank you so much to everyone who made this experience so special. I will definitely be coming back! For me, this isn't 5 out of 5 -- it's 10 out of 10!

Tucked away across the street from Carlmont Village, Capo Mediterranean Kitchen is a bit of a…read morehidden gem. They have a great variety of Mediterranean dishes, and every time I visit, I find myself ordering something different. So far, everything I've tried has been delicious, with generous portions that make it easy to come back and try more. Highly recommend their beef and lamb plate. Their plates usually include a unique pink yogurt sauce that really catches both the eyes and the taste buds! Definitely a spot worth checking out if you're in the area! Parking is a bit tough in the lot on busy days like Saturday, so be prepared to park either in the neighborhood or at Carlmont Village.

Casual place that is perfect for lunch!…read more We enjoyed the baba ghanoush, red pepper hummus, tzatziki, chicken shawarma, and chicken kabob. The pita is yummy too! The Greek salad was soooo good. The falafel was a tad dry. The staff are very sweet. I am glad this is in our neighborhood!

I visited on a Friday lunch day. There were about 18 customers sitting and steady flow of takeout…read morecustomer. ORDER Lamb and Beef Gyro Plate ***STARS (stand out qualities) FOOD (4.5/5 stars) -meat quantity was great and quality was decent -salad seemed well balanced with different ingredients aside from greens -rice was the most flavorful SERVICE (4/5 stars) -I arrived early and didn't order right away due to waiting for a large group. Despite that, the staff didn't not give me any issues -they served food pretty quickly -server agreed to take group photo when we asked -service is not outstanding but passable AMBIANCE (4/5 stars) -clean and beautiful decor -good amount of seating for parties of 2-4 and flexibility for larger group party of 10-12 TIPS -easy place to split group with large group since you order and oat before seating Overall, I enjoyed this restaurant and open to coming again!

Super yummy spot. I got the Adana Kebab plate. The meat was tender and juicy you can tell they had…read morejust cooked it up. It came with rice and some bread and salad and hummus. There's some outdoor seating. Solid turkish food! Very cute inside, too bad I couldn't eat inside because our dog was with us.

Food is great and service is fast and efficient. We have tried the lemon fries. They were very well…read moreseasoned and went well with the beef/lamb gyro..

Nick the Greek is one of those places we order from at least once a week, usually from either the…read moreFoster City or San Carlos location. We genuinely cannot pick a favorite because both are consistently excellent. Our regular order is the chicken gyro salad, loaded with fresh greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, pickled onions, hummus, tzatziki, and a generous portion of chicken gyro meat. Everything tastes fresh, the meat is flavorful with those delicious crispy edges, and the spicy sauce adds exactly the right kick. It is filling without feeling heavy and somehow always hits the spot. Both locations have been remarkably consistent with quality, portions, and flavor. When you find a meal this reliable and satisfying, it naturally becomes part of the weekly rotation.