Interestingly, everything I looked at and thought, "there's no way this will taste good," turned…read moreout to be absolutely amazing. Every single dish was incredibly delicious. I would give it 100/100000! I was in Miami for a short 3-day trip, and I ended up coming here all three days. Highly recommended!

Nice restaurant in a cool setting under a giant tree outside!!! Given that they have a Michelin…read morestar I had expected more!!! The food seemed to have pretty muted flavors and was not exciting to eat!!! The quality seemed good but not amazing!!! Easy for vegetarians to find things to eat here. It's a nice place but wouldn't go out of my way to eat there.

From the moment you walk into Mandolin Aegean Bistro, it feels like you've been transported to a…read morecharming village in Greece. The beautiful outdoor setting creates such a unique and relaxing atmosphere that you almost forget you're still in the city. The food was outstanding. The grilled meatballs were flavorful and perfectly cooked, and the cheese saganaki was absolutely delicious. But the real star of the meal was the beef souvlaki--it was incredibly tender, juicy, and full of flavor. And I have to mention the fries that came with it. They were honestly some of the best fries I've ever had, and definitely not something I expected to be raving about at a Greek restaurant! This was an amazing dining experience from start to finish, and I can't wait to come back and explore more of the menu.

We visited Mandolin during our stay in Miami because we love Mediterranean cuisine, and overall, it…read morewas a solid experience. For appetizers, we ordered the Ali Nazik and Eggplant Carpaccio. The Ali Nazik was phenomenal. We were given a side of bread, which paired really well with the dish. The lamb was packed with flavor, and the smoked eggplant yogurt was fire. The two complemented each other perfectly. The Eggplant Carpaccio was good as well. I will say, though, that if you aren't a fan of dishes with a heavy vinegar flavor, this may not be for you. I'd also be curious to see how this dish would taste served warm. For our entree, we ordered the Beef Souvlaki, which came with six skewers of filet mignon. The beef was perfectly cooked and very tender, so no complaints there. However, the rest of the dish didn't really stand out to me. The fries were decent, but nothing crazy. As a first-time visitor, I also feel like this probably wasn't the best dish to order if you want to get a full sense of what the restaurant has to offer. One of my biggest disappointments was that the restaurant primarily had outdoor seating. Maybe it was just the night we went, but it was extremely hot and humid, and the fans in our area weren't cutting it. It was also very dark, making it difficult to see the menus and even our food. I think better lighting, especially toward the front of the restaurant, would make a big difference. The food came out very quickly, which we appreciated. I do wish our server had been a little more helpful, though. We wanted to learn more about the menu and were hoping for some guidance and recommendations, but he didn't really guide us through the menu the way I had hoped. Overall, Mandolin was a solid experience, and the Ali Nazik in particular was a standout. I'd be interested in coming back and trying some of their other dishes to get a better feel for what the restaurant does best.

Let me start mentioning that Luana our waitress was amazing! Five starts to her!!!…read moreThe food was also great and came really quick. The drinks were amazing! At least mine was very exotic and non traditional! The place was beautiful but the tables were too close together. It deserves 5 star for sure e

Smart place, excellent service and fine Greek/ Turkish in the style of texmex. Recommended…read more Impressive bar with covered outdoor and indoor seating in what looks like converted factory units. Parking awkward. Spicy tomato great. Bret salads good. Grilled branzino boned at the table and first class. Pistachio kebab very tender if a little small. All plates designed for sharing but Branzino was big!

Everything food, service & ambiance amazing, any day of the week…read more Happy hrs are lovely Def recommend the outside patio in the Florida winter months

If you're looking for the very best, truly authentic Turkish food, you absolutely must try the food…read moreat Sumak Restaurant, the food is so good! This was our first time here and Ahmet, our server, took great care of us. We weren't familiar with all the dishes on the menu, but he took his time going over the menu with us, made great recommendations on dishes to try, and just provided us with great service overall. We started our lunch with two glasses of red wine from Turkey and the wine was truly spectacular. It was light yet full of aroma and flavor and went perfectly with our meal. Highly recommend trying a glass of wine you can't find anywhere else on a menu. We ordered the Turkish Pozza from the lunch menu to share and it was one of the best dishes I've ever had. It was truly one of a kind and I'll be back just for this dish, it was so good. Super thin, perfectly crispy pizza, topped with finely ground beef, onions, tomatoes, and parsley it was so full of flavor it was absolutely delicious. For lunch, the pizza was only $10 too, what a great price for a truly special dish. All I have to say is, try it, you won't be disappointed! For our meal we ordered the chicken shish kabob served with rice and it was also very good. The chicken was a little charred which I really liked. We also ordered a side of asparagus to go with our meal and it was delicious as well. For desert I usually stick to Baklava since it's one of my favorites but our server really recommended the homemade Kunefe and the Turkish Mariah Ice Cream and told us we had to try them together so we decided to try something different. The deserts came out topped with a little bit of pistachio and they were also one of the best deserts I've ever had. They should be served together on the menu because our server was right they went perfectly together. The ice cream was special in of itself, I've never had ice cream made from goat milk, but it was so good, you have to try it as well. It had a thicker, more stretchy texture to it, than regular ice cream and wasn't as sweet which I loved and it was just absolutely amazing. We didn't even know it was made from goat milk till after we tried it, I'm so happy we did. The Kunefe was really good as well, it arrived warm, and the crispy shredded phyllo dough was coated in sweet syrup and went perfectly with the ice cream. Perfectly balancing each other. Highly recommend. Overall, I was really impressed with the food at Sumak Restaurant and I look forward to returning another day soon!

The food is really good! Casual restaurant but the meats are delicious. Service is great too. Only…read morething I would change is I wish they had a few different appetizer options and more sauce options.

Service was great food ehhh no flavor. Menus look like they were printed in 1980. Ambiance is 9/10.read more

Wow this place was such a vibe! The ambiance was beautiful, the energy was great, and it felt like…read morethe perfect spot for a night out. Everything we ordered was packed with flavor and cooked so well, but the lamb was definitely the standout for me. It was incredibly tender, juicy, and full of flavor, the kind of dish where every bite just melts. We also loved the other dishes we tried and the sides complemented everything perfectly. Definitely a spot I'd come back to for both the food and the overall experience!

We came for a late dinner on a Saturday night and were delighted to find reservation availability…read morefor the 3 of us still. We were whisked inside to the intimate, dimly lit interior with a DJ table tastefully tucked away in the back of the space. Service was welcoming but overall, not quite as warm and attentive as I've experienced at other places in town. We started off with the Turkish Manti Dumplings, which were the standout of the night. The complexity yet restraint of flavor, balancing indescribable buttery, roasted, earthy notes with a touch of umami and subtle tanginess from the yogurt. The Mezze Sampler was a nice option for trying three of the dips. All very tasty, but I've had slightly better elsewhere. The Sweet Jeweled rice was the other standout with flavor and textural variety that made each bite pop. I found the Roasted Brussels Sprouts undercooked and lacking the same level of flavor as the other plates. The weakest dish of the evening. The Grilled Whole Bronzino got top marks from the meat eaters at the table. Overall, 4/5 stars for a delicious meal but with tough competition around town limiting my ability to hit that 5.

One of the best Mediterranean dinners if not the best we've had. We started off with the hummus,…read morethen for the main course went with the lamb shish kebab and the chef's special saslik kebab. They are must try. Esther, our server, made the recommendation and definitely steered us in the right direction. Both meats were cooked to perfection exactly how we asked for them. Each plate came with a different style of salad, and both were really good and complemented the meals well. To finish off dinner, we were offered complimentary Turkish tea, which was a nice touch and a great way to wind down after the meal. We sat outside and really enjoyed the atmosphere. Amazing food, great service, and a memorable dinner overall. Definitely recommend giving this place a try.

Still savoring the memories from Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine, a spot that delivers a warm,…read moreauthentic Eastern Mediterranean/Turkish experience right by South Pointe. Its location makes it ideal for a relaxed dinner after a sunset walk, and the ambiance leans into that cozy, family-style hospitality the region is known for. We kicked things off with a generous mezze spread, a highlight here and consistently praised in reviews. It included creamy hummus, eggplant-based dips like baba ghanoush, beetroot, yogurt spreads, and a pepper-eggplant mix, all paired with warm, fresh pita that kept coming out just right. Sipping Turkish tea in the Miami heat somehow worked perfectly, it was refreshing in its own way. For the main, I ordered the Iskender kebab, a comforting, flavorful dish of gyro-style meat over pita, finished with a light tomato sauce. We also tried Efes beer, a crisp Turkish pilsner that balanced the meal nicely. Despite us being a group of 10, Barış, our waiter, handled everything with impressive attention to detail, something many diners mention about the service here: attentive, welcoming, and genuinely hospitable. To top it off, dessert was on the house--a creamy almond and pistachio pudding that paired beautifully with a strong Turkish coffee. A thoughtful gesture that really sealed the experience. Between the vibrant flavors, the inviting atmosphere, and the consistently praised service, Kalamata delivers a family-friendly, authentic Mediterranean night out that feels both elevated and relaxed. Definitely a place worth returning to. Afiyet olsun, bir daha görüşmek üzere!

I have ordered twice using their app as their website requires. Both times the orders I got didn't…read morematch what I had ordered and the phone number they have listed doesn't work. For example, the Doner comes with lettuce, tomato, cabbage, onion. I select "No Onion" and "Extra Cabbage" check-boxes. The receipt in the app (and what shows on DoorDash - their delivery partner) matches what I selected. Then upon delivery the receipt stapled to the bag says "Doner Kebab - Onion - Extra Cabbage" and the food only has onion and cabbage - nothing else. Everything I ordered with "No Onion" checked came with 0 other standard toppings, and only onion. The outcome is, you order it with no modifications to get all the toppings advertised, or you remove one topping and don't add "extra" of anything else and that's all you get. There is no way to get a standard amount of all toppings minus the one you can't eat. The hummus is advertised as coming with pita but both times came with nothing. I thought it was a fluke or mistake which is why I gave them a second chance. The phone number listed is invalid so there is no way to contact them to tell them your order is wrong. I had to throw out both items for me (I can't eat onions). What a waste of money.

My favorite doner place in South Beach! Sooo good!…read more Great flavor, great ingredients, great portions! Highly recommend!

The ambiance is great, very nicely decorated with a nostalgic touch and darkish colors…read more I went there with two friends for dinner, and we liked it a lot. The service was on point, and the servers were friendly and very attentive. We ordered three cold appetizers (hummus, artichoke hearts, and watermelon salad), one warm appetizer (baked feta cheese), a lamb main dish to share, and a bottle of wine. The portions were good, and the food was tasty. Everything was fresh and well combined. TIP: They have free parking spots across the street; check with the staff.

We had a great overall experience. The atmosphere was beautiful, with great music, stylish décor,…read moreand a really nice vibe that made the evening enjoyable. The food was good overall. The ravioli wasn't quite what I expected, but everything else was enjoyable. My favorite part of the meal was definitely the KAFU dessert, it was absolutely delicious and the perfect way to end dinner. The only downsides were the service and the wait time. The food took a very loooong time to arrive, and since the restaurant automatically includes a 20% gratuity, the service from our waiter didn't feel as attentive as it could have been.

Fresh Fresh! Many selections .....Many traditional dishes…read more Service was super. Pleasant and attentive :). A true gem on Washington Avenue. Mucver, Tzatzikii, Organic Hummus, Lamb, Beef,Sea Bass..Oven baked sesame twisted Turkish bread-Simit, Vegan Ambiance was perfect. Peaceful Tzatziki Lentil Patties Vegan Bowl

Delicious Turkish food. Lamb kebab, lentil soup and of course Baklava must try!!!…read more Friendly staff excellent service for reasonable price ! Highly recommended.