Some of the best food I have had in ages, including restaurants that cost 2 to 3 times as much. From the babaganoush, artichoke pita, fennel pomegranate salad, to the chicken and branzino specials, every dish was delicious. Great flavor spectrum, high quality ingredients and a nice presentation. Service also very good. Honestly, the only criticism would be background noise but that's a common "challenge" these days. I will definitely come back / read more

Went to happy hour/ lunch with a few coworkers. Our office is across the street. Most of them never had middle eastern food. The hostess was not too accommodating. There were only 3 sits on the bar, the high top was too small for 5 people, and the big table in the bar was empty, but we couldn't sit there. So, we were offered to sit outside 80f weather. The girls agree, we were given a tiny table to squeeze into, the patio was empty!!!!' I was told that they cannot move tables together, and we could not get a bigger table. Each girl ordered 5-6 items to try things out. Was a nice good experience for most. Service was good. But we will not be back! Did not take photos since there were too Many of us with too much going on in a cr read more

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This restaurant has a great ambience and location. Great spot for date night or girls night out. The food though is a little underwhelming. While I Didn't have anything that was terrible, everything was just kind of blah. They could definitely stand to use more seasoning. Every dish (outside of dessert) lacked flavor and was just OK. The standouts for my meal were the pita bread (not the hummus which was also bland) and the ice cream sundae. The pita bread is amazingly soft and fresh and the sundae was unique from what I've had at other restaurants. I'd return for drinks and dessert. I would not return if good Mediterranean food is what you're truly seeking. read more

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3.5 stars This time we had a reservation for 7:30pm. Well aware the place is popular and gets very busy but did not think it will take half an hour to finally get a table. When we do, they sat us in a separate room, with a long table (obviously reserved for large parties) and sat us right in the middle of other two groups. We asked to be seated at another table. 10 minutes passed, they came and got us for our new table... nope, same one. At this point we've been there for 45 minutes, so we just sat. It was hard to maintain a conversation with how loud the place is. After another 10 minutes, our server came to tell us how busy she was and that she would be with us as soon as she closed some tables. That really did not sit well with us, after the start we had already. Thankfully another server came and took our order. We ordered a wine from Spain, when the server came they had the wrong one. He went to changed it, and while he was doing that, they brought us another table's one. We told them they were mistaken again. Finally we got the correct one. After all this, things started to look up. The stars this place has is definitely because of their food. I can't say anything bad about it. We had appetizers, entrees, desserts, all excellent. And once the staff got in a flow with our table the night got better. It is unfortunate the start wasn't good, and we weren't able to get a good table as we were celebrating a special occasion and hard to do so sharing it with others. I still would recommend Motek for their delicious food, and beautiful décor. read more

Went last night to celebrate the hubbys birthday and were so happy to have finally gone. Place was packed at 5:30 so make sure you have reservations. The place was nicely decorated-created a nice vibe. We ordered the classic hummus, tzatziki and middle eastern dumplings for starters- followed by the hanger steak, lamb, & chicken shawarma. The bread is deliciously addictive- I could eat that nonstop- everything tasted fresh and authentic. The hanger steak was cooked perfectly and the shawarma did not disappoint. Will definitely go bac read more

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Recently went for brunch and will definitely come back for more! Started with the most beautiful fried artichokes I've ever seen--the leaves were spread like blossomed flowers which made them so delicate with a light crisp. The heart was rather small but it was deliciously paired with a cilantro lime aioli and a fresh squeeze of lemon. We also had the French toast and a creamy mushroom truffle toast, both with thick slices of Japanese milk bread. These were both generous portions and quite filling. I especially loved the mushroom toast was loaded with mushrooms and full of umami. The restaurant is fresh and bright with a comfortable elegance and the staff were all attentive, welcoming, and friendly. read more

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Absolutely gorgeous place. Great service from Oscar! Drinks were flowing, food kept coming. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Such a fun girls night at motek. His name was Robin and she was so awesome. She went over how the males usually go as well as gave. Great recommendations. Definitely a place you want to come with friends so that you can share all the things and try different things. read more

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Hands down my new favorite Mediterranean restaurant! Nice ambiance minus the tiny table for one to two ppl; if you want to sample many things it becomes cramped. My server was super knowledgeable; I appreciated his suggestions and his desire to ensure I enjoyed everything I ate/drank. The food was amazingly good. The fresh pita bread with the classic hummus (best I've had) was a total win, add the pepper jelly like condiment to it created a kaleidoscope of flavors in my mouth. I literally wanted to sit there the whole night and just eat that. Eventually I added Whole Branzino and Summer salad. Tried the special 'bitter' cocktails, they were very good but not my favorite; I'll have to acquire that taste some more. Returning in a couple weeks. Can't wait! Hoping they have the pistachio cheesecake. read more

AVOID MOTEK BOCA RATON AT ALL COSTS. I made a reservation and provided my credit card as required. Approximately 90 minutes before the reservation, Motek texted me to say the restaurant's air conditioning was not working. I canceled only because of the conditions they reported and specifically asked for confirmation that I would not be charged the $40 reservation fee. Motek assured me in writing that I would not be charged. They charged me anyway. Since then, I have sent two emails, left five voicemails, and made approximately 20 unanswered phone calls. Not one person from the restaurant has acknowledged the issue or offered any assistance. I have now been forced to open a fraud claim with my bank. Even more disturbing, my bank informed me that Motek apparently processed the charge as a recurring monthly payment--not simply a one-time reservation charge. I never authorized Motek to establish recurring payments of any kind. Charging me after explicitly promising not to do so was unacceptable. Refusing to respond after dozens of attempts to resolve the issue has made the situation even worse. I will never give this restaurant my business, and I will actively warn others about this experience. Any establishment that requires access to customers' credit cards should be held accountable for how that information is used. Based on the unauthorized charge, its apparent designation as a recurring payment, and management's complete failure to respond or be reachable by phone, web, or email, I strongly recommend avoiding Motek Boca Raton. read more

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4 stars due to the rude hostess. Had a reservation and numerous other couples came in and were seated before us when we had a reservation. Constantly making smirks at customers and staff. Food was great, service at the table was also great. read more

Motek - Boca Raton - Mediterranean Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

Best Humus ever!! Good was hot and delicious. Definitely going back!! Friends were very impressed as well!!

Not my first time here but this restaurant keeps getting better and better. Paige, our hostess set us up to be in Jeff's space for the afternoon. Jeff was a phenomenal gastronomic dude for our trip to Motek. Everything flowed perfectly and we ate until our hearts were content. Not belly's full. Which I think is a cool distinction. Here you want to fuel and feast but never overdo it. read more

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Motek Boca was the choice for a much needed catch up with a girl friend. This stunning Israeli restaurant is a Boca highlight. I walked up to a beautifully decorated patio with shading and comfortable seating. As it was a nice day, I chose to sit outside. In true indecisive girl manner, it got a little too hot for me. Adrianna, my server, gladly lead me to a table inside and introduced me to Christian, my new server. The interior of the restaurant is gorgeous, spacious, clean and smelt amazing. For cocktails, I highly recommend their Jaffa Spritz and Baharat Old Fashion. The menu is family style so everything is meant to be shared. The food was fresh, delicious, filled with flavor and gave off a mouth watering aroma. The service and ambiance here was perfection. There is a free parking lot located at the side of the restaurant by the office buildings. Valet service is also available. 100% Satisfaction read more

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Absolutely phenomenal, must-try restaurant! The moment you walk in, the energy is undeniable, the decor is relaxed Mediterranean chic, and the music selection is a whole lot of fun. It's most definitely the beach vibes you would want out of a South Florida Mediterranean restaurant. The staff was super attentive, welcoming, and efficient which is exactly what great hospitality staff should be like. And the food... absolutely delectable. We ordered the pastrami pita (flatbread) and tuna tartare for the table which were both stupendous. The tuna tartare was refreshing and light while still packing great flavor and the flatbread was super well balanced and delicious. My husband ordered the ribeye on bread which was a smoky carnivorous dream and right up his alley. And I ordered the chicken schnitzel sandwich which was perfection, every part of the sandwich played a strong role in making the whole a perfect bite. The broccolini was also very tasty, it had a good amount of smoke to it and great crunch. It is most definitely a must-try restaurant if you haven't tried it yet, our only negative was that it was definitely rather hot inside the restaurant. But other than that it was a great experience! read more

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The food was great! 5 stars Schnitzel sandwich was amazing. The oven pita pastrami was to die for. And the crispy artichoke was fun and different. Price point was great especially for the classy ambiance. Service was split Hostesses 1 - There was a tall one dark hair who ignored me twice for 2 or 3 seconds to finish her conversation. That was my first experience of the night and that was bad. Hostess 2 There was a really attentive shorter blonde one who did a great job and seemed to be silently hoping her friend who was in front of the podium would be more professional and eventually she had to greet me instead. Server - not great. Had too many tables she wasn't in sync with us. We ordered 2 apps 2 mains and a side. None of them came at the same time. Bigger problem: My friend had his main for a couple minutes I didn't have mine. Tried to ask my server. For the second time she said one sec in frankly an unpleasant tone as if I was interupting her. Tonality through the night wasn't great either. I served fine dining as recently as a year and a half ago and wasn't very impressed with her. It takes a lot to get me to tip under 20% but I went closer to 13%. Manager: No manager touched the table to say hello or check in with us. I understand the restaurant industry is super tough and managers, servers, and definitely hostesses aren't getting compensated enough and have to bite the bullet. So I totally get it. No one in this space gets paid enough for what they go through. Summary Would definitely come back but larger picture Restaurants need to: 1. Treat employees better so they have the bandwidth to be good to guests 2. Make sure you have the right employees Final thought: I was also surprised to see a super rude bartender from el Camino a guy with a man bun working there. Why do they keep guys like this in the business it's only a liability. Please don't say for the sales numbers. That's thinking short term read more

Amazing lunch, service, ambience. Met a friend for lunch who had been here before , and my first time in Boca. Kaylee was an incredible server-/ attentive, friendly, and explained how the menu and service worked. We ordered and kept ordering and Kaylee offered lots of advice/ help with some of the items. My husband had t stopped raving about the hummus and baba ganouch, saying it's the best outside of the Middle East he has had. We had a bunch of other dishes, names I don't remember, but everything was fresh, healthy and delicious. Salmon and chicken shawarma kabobs, falafel, drinks, etc. We sat on the spacious patio, but the inside was elegant with a beautiful ( and busy) bar. Photos don't do it justice. Will make it a point to return to Boca for Motek and absolutely request Kaylee. read more

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This was my second visit to a motek location and it was just as memorable and delicious. The Boca location is definitely bigger than the Miami location but has the same vibe. The drinks were so fun and yummy and the food was better than i remembered. We started off with the za'tar labneh with the pita - this was sooo good and not overly yogurty tasting. We also ordered the Moroccan fish, arayes, and crispy cauliflower. The fish was so flavorful and had a kick but we loved it. Honestly everything was so unique and so good. I would recommend everything we got especially the arayes, but you can skip the fries. We ended with the sundae with vanilla and Nutella ice cream which was awesome. It is really big but so delicious. I definitely will be back as they also opened a location in New York but I would want to go with a big group so we can order a lot of the menu. Our waiter Chaz was also great. Overall the service was very efficient and tentative. I really don't have any complaints. Great dining experience, super excited to go back. read more

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Went for happy hour! Amazing selection of eats and drinks....even though they did run out of a few items, the overall experience was worth the 40 minute drive for me. Our server, Nico tried his best and at times seemed a little distracted but overall he got the job done and for anyone that knows Motek, knows that the ambiance does transport you...definitely making you feel as if you left Florida and dining in a foreign land. Love this spot for Happy Hour and would highly recommended it to anyone! read more

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This restaurant is a very good family style Mediterranean establishment. Prices are a little steep, but what do you expect for Boca. Service was great! However, I would only go back if someone else is paying the bill. There are several yummy Mediterranean restaurants within the area for a third of the cost. I find this restaurant to be trendy for influencers getting likes. This is just my opinion as everyone has one. Again, I think it's a place you should definitely try at least once and if you like it, go back. I liked it, but as I said before, i'm going to stick to my favorite places in North Broward area. read more

I've been wanting to try Motek for quite some time and I finally got the opportunity to go by this past week. First impression upon walking in: wow this place is crowded! Like, it's a huge restaurant to begin with and I literally couldn't believe there were so many people seated inside and so many people on line waiting to get in. For a Tuesday it was a bit crazy. Anyway, after a brief wait, the hostess took us to our table and our waiter quickly came over and introduced himself. He then went on to explain the entire menu to us for some reason, which was completely unnecessary and a waste of time. Once the waiter moved along, we had a chance to review the menus ourselves and take a look around the restaurant. Unfortunately we, like all parties of 2, were given a tiny table to sit at. I'm sure it looked fine on paper for a couple, but when you consider that dinner here consists of a lot of different plates, tapas style, the tiny table really makes it a bit uncomfortable. I definitely was not a fan of the table size. Ambiance and service aside, we ordered a bunch of different dishes including a kebab, the hummus, a flatbread with cheese and zaatar, the falafel, a Greek salad, the muhammara and malabi for dessert. All the food was generally very good. The only thing I didn't really like was the muhammara which had a different flavor than I expected as well as a very astringent profile. Also the hummus was good, except they went way too heavy on the tahina. My favorite dishes were the falafel and the kebab. However, for the nearly $30 kebab price, they probably should have given two skewers. We got only one and it was a little bit light for an premium entree in my opinion. In the end, despite some minor criticisms, I felt like Motek was really solid. Five stars. I would absolutely head back to try more dishes and you should too if you're into Israeli and Middle Eastern food! read more

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Everything about Motek is perfection! The place is gorgeous! There is indoor outdoor seating, as well as alcoves for large parties. I have dined here several times and the service is always impeccable. But most importantly, the food is wonderful. I have had many items from the menu, including the flatbreads, Moroccan fish, and bowls (a lunch special). I have dined at other Motek locations and the food is always consistently tasty! There is a reason why Motek is always packed. I strongly suggest making a reservation, even for lunch. read more

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I've only ever gone here for their happy hour menu, but at five dollars for drinks it can't be beat. I've been to several of their locations and this location was lively. That also meant it was hard to get seating at the bar, but we just waited around until something opened up. Would highly recommend. read more

Everything was fabulous! We went for dinner and had 8:30 reservations on a Thursday and they were still very busy, we go sat on time. Our server was super friendly and a wealth of knowledge. It was our first time . We started with the classic Hummus creamy and the best I have ever had, we also did the spicy ceviche was excellent but really on the smaller side. For dinner we tried the Branzino, the Chicken Schnitzel Sandwiches, Zataar Salad and we added Falafel not one complaint. Our drinks were very good if there was a complaint the Martinis are on the small side. This restaurant sends food out as it is ready. We waited over twenty minutes for the hummus and as that game so did everything else. We tried the pistachio cheesecake made from Brie outstanding!! You definitely need a reservation read more

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I went to Motek to celebrate my birthday and the $5 Happy Hour is a true bang for your buck! You would think the quality would be less being cheaper, but the strnght of the drinks and quality of food were amazing! Not only did I have great service, but the music and environment they create ensures I will be back soon. read more

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This place is such a vibe, and the food was incredible. It's beautiful inside with a light, airy feel, and they also have a huge patio. They serve the best hummus I've ever tasted, and I've been to Istanbul for the real deal. I even ate their pita bread without getting a stomach ache, which never happens for me with gluten. If I remember correctly, they have it shipped in from Israel. I also had the chicken skewers, which were tender and full of flavor. This is by far the best Mediterranean food I've had in Palm Beach County. read more

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Came in with a group of 6 for happy hour. Ignored by lazy and incompetent hostesses that couldn't be bothered to do their job. We asked them about putting two high tops that were available (about 5 feet apart) be pushed together so we all could sit. Hostess said no did not give explanation nor did she try to find a manager to assist us. After standing inside for about 10 minutes with nobody paying any attention, we finally walked out. Also was told that the happy hour was moved from ending at 6 PM to ending at 5 PM. 5PM??? how does this make sense? So far our experience is terrible so we all decide to go next-door to Boca Brasserie and had a fantastic experience. It was everything that Motek just couldn't seem to do. Motek- No warm greeting, no helpful staff, changing things without clear notice. You let six customers walk out when it wasn't even very busy. We do not plan on coming back. read more

Busyyyyy. Definitely make the resy. Easy parking outside. Nice Mediterranean food overall. Service tonight was very attentive. The place is decorated nicely with ample space. You can dress it up or down here. read more

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We came here for lunch the other day and someone told me that the chicken shawarma bowl was fantastic so I had to try. They were kidding! This bowl is loaded with flavor and had such an amazing balance of protein, veggies and their amazing hummus. I was totally blown away by this bowl and I found myself wanting it the rest of the week. The lentils in the rice were a nice touch too. I highly recommend this dish! read more

Motek - Boca Raton - Mediterranean Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

Was recommended by several people to try this Israeli/Mediterranean restaurant. Was a bit crazy at the host stand. Lots of people waiting for tables. I didn't know it was Happy Hour from 2pm- 6pm! Anyway, we were seated quickly but so very close to another table that I asked to wait for another table. The decor is very lovely with a lots of tables as well as separate rooms for parties. There was a large bar as well. Now for the food- I ordered the salmon salad with watermelon & feta. Salmon was served separate from the watermelon- which I thought was good. Salad was fresh & so was the salmon. Hubby had fried artichoke & chicken schnitzel. All very yummy. I did taste the artichoke- & I enjoyed it. My only issue was that for my 1st time here, I didn't see the valet stand when arriving & that parking was difficult! I realize we drove in from another entrance. We did notice it on the way out. They charge $8.00 to valet & there are 3 other restaurants in this building. This restaurant would be great for happy hour as well as a date night. read more

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Came back here for my husbands birthday after a few months but we haven't stopped thinking about it since. We got pretty much one of every appetizer! Personally I didn't like the hummus. It was a thin hummus and I like a thicker one. The pita and the pickled veggies are my favorite. Just about everything we got was outstanding! We had an amazing server and the manager came over and was awesome! They sent over a dessert we would have never normally gotten, and ice cream sundae, and it was sooo freaking good! Prior to that, we got chicken shawarma and it was perfectly flavored. This place is so chic and charming with its bright and airy decor. The hostesses were sweet when we asked to move seats and the bathrooms were clean and well stocked. Just bring a jacket because it is cold inside!! Valet parking makes it easy. We can't wait to come back again! read more

After hearing so much about Motek we stopped by for lunch last week. As it was late in the afternoon we were lucky to be seated immediately. The ambience was upscale and the place was bustling. Our server was very attentive and very helpful which made our experience more enjoyable.(I'm embarrassed to have forgotten her name!) We ordered the Moroccan Beef Roll and the Chicken Schnitzel Platter and both the taste and presentation were spot on! Yes we will be back when in the area. read more

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Had a great experience at Motek! Came on a Tuesday night during Thanksgiving week, had a 7:45 reservation and it was PACKED! I was visiting from out of town, so not that familiar with the area so parking and finding the actual restaurant was a little confusing, would've been helpful more signs. Our server was great in explaining Motek's background and food inspiration, and reviewing the menu items. My friend and I both got the chicken schnitzel which was cooked to perfection, had a small salad on the side and a delicious lemony sauce for the chicken. I got a side of the fries and my friend got the lemon potatoes. Food was a little pricey, especially everything a la cart ($12 for the lemon potatoes, $9 for a side of fries, $26 for the chicken schnitzel which). For dessert I had to try the pistachio cheesecake and it did not disappoint. Very creamy and flavorful, loved the raspberries on top! Would highly recommend. read more

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The service was very good, the food was excellent, and the ambiance was lovely. The only downside was that it was very hot inside when my family and I visited on Father's Day. Overall, we still had a great experience. read more

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KAYDEN was so friendly and attentive. He took our order seriously and waited on us as if we were the only clients in this very busy hot spot! Our wine was readily available and filled and our superb dinner was served in a timely fashion with no rush ! Definitely "A MUST TRY" SUPPORT LOC read more

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5/5 on everything: the food, the ambience, the drinks, and the service. It's a beautiful restaurant, with branches and leaves clinging to the walls and ceiling inside, and a pretty space outside, with comfortable seating and lamps for each table when it gets dark. Service is super friendly. The food itself is phenomenal. Everything is pretty shareable, so we ordered a bunch of food to share for our table. The hummus is smooth and light. The Italy Oven Pizza is perfectly cheesy and comes with salt and oregano on the side to add to it. The Salmon Ceviche is smaller than expected but has great flavor, and I like that the salmon is cut into small pieces. The fries are also delicious. The drinks are just as good. The Watermelon Cooler has a kick to it but it's subtle enough to enjoy without getting spiced out. I loved it here and look forward to coming back to eat here in the future! read more

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Wonderful food! Chicken kebab: amazing flavors, cumin , turmeric , tender so tasty. Crispy artichoke: unique, flavorful, way to eat with hands and share. Ambiance: inviting, modern, beautiful- nice inside/ outside bar Service: impeccable. Top Drawer read more

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Wow. Just wow. Came here for HH (only outside or high tops) to try out one of my favorite cuisines. I must say every single dish was delicious. Our server was a young kid sooo nice. The place is so cute, i loved it. Only thing for owners, the sitting outside in summer for your servers should have 20% added, the way this kids were suffering (amongst us guests too) with those hot AF uniforms. I don't know why you decided to do it like that without thinking of your employees/guests. The umbrellas arent big enough to cover sun or our non stop rain season. Other than that, please check it out read more

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We absolutely loved this place. Chaz, our server, gave us the best recommendations and was always happy to help us with whatever we needed almost immediately. Shout-out as well to the manager D who was fantastic as well, I love to see active leadership who leads by example and help customers. The ambience is very high end and feels like a fancy restaurant as opposed to the Aventura one which feels more casual. The food was actually amazing. The new York pita with pastrami was a banger. The labneh that came with the latkes was like sugary strawberry cream cheese, delicious!! And the chicken snitzel is nicely dressed up on challah. The only thing that threw me off was the pistachio cheesecake, the rose sauce our table's favorite. But the redemption came from the gelato ice cream with halva shavings, so so good and you can't tell it's Vegan. It's soo soo good!! read more

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First time here tonight dinner with friends. Everything, and I mean everything was great tonight. We had a few dishes all the way around the table and everyone was impressed. I had the pastrami pita. Fabulous. If I had to look for anything to complain about, their dinner tables are on the small side, so a party of six is a bit tight on the seating. Otherwise five stars. read more