We stumbled upon this restaurant while driving down Church Street one day, and I'm so glad we…read moredecided to stop in. The interior has a really cool vibe and creates a welcoming atmosphere. The service was a little on the slow side, but once the food arrived, it was absolutely worth the wait. The food was beautifully presented and, more importantly, delicious. I've lived in Murfreesboro for quite some time, and this is easily some of the best Arabic food I've had in the area. While nothing quite compares to the incredible Middle Eastern food found in the Dearborn, Michigan area, this restaurant comes impressively close. The flavors were authentic, fresh, and full of character. In fact, I've been back three times since my first visit, which says a lot. If you enjoy Middle Eastern cuisine, I highly recommend giving this place a try. It's become one of my favorite spots in town.

What a delicious treat if you are wondering what to order definitely go on a day where they have…read morethe buffet. The hummus and the tzatziki were excellent- great salads, the beef wrapped in olive leaves was my favorite and they even stuff for the picky/ kiddos. Everything thing I tried was delicious. Excellent service. Beautiful decor.

It is a good place deserved a true Uzbek food highest recognition! They do a Tashkent " Toy Osh"…read more pilav kind identical to the one made in Tashkent, Uzbekistan! Serving it with traditional tomato salad and "Katick" a yogurt kind. Chief and Owners are nice guys with serving you with top respect! I do recommend this place to enjoy yummy Uzbek Foods!

We made a special visit to Osh to try them on a weekend trip to Nashville about a month ago. I'd…read moresaved them in my Nashville bookmarks for some time after they received a lot of acclaim on Yelp - I believe at one time they were on a Yelp list of best restaurants in the US. We were certainly excited to try Uzbek food, as there's nowhere that serves it where we live. The restaurant doesn't look like too much from the outside and the parking lot is a little run down. However, the inside is very updated and super clean and comfortable. There's lots of seating, what appears to be a private room in the back, and some high-tech features, like a machine that you can use to alert waitstaff if you need a refill, a to-go box, or any other kind of attention. The bathrooms were also immaculate. Service was a little strange. I wouldn't say it was slow - every time we placed an order or had a request, our food or items were promptly brought out to us. However, the challenge came in getting the attention of our waitresses. Two ladies took care of us, alternating based on availability. One was very nice and friendly, the other a little gruff and irritable-seeming. But both were completely averse to coming in and checking on us without one of us flagging them down. Perhaps they're used to the little machines? I don't like using those because they come across as too demanding; I'd prefer to just be visited and checked in on from time to time by staff. Not so here. Despite not being very busy, our visit took a lot of time, even though the actual food service was fairly quick. Onto the food, the most important part. We ordered a lot because I wanted to experience as many unique dishes as possible. One waitress first brought out a complimentary serving of pita and what I believe was suzma, which the menu describes as a yogurt-based cheese. This was one of the highlights of our meal, actually, as the pita was hot, fresh, and very lightly charred. The suzma went very well with it. Then we ordered a chicken somsa and some Uzbek bread. The chicken somsa was alright; the pastry was delightfully flaky, but for me it was way too onion-forward. The Uzbek bread was another highlight. It was a temperature and textural delight - so warm and fluffy - if not a flavor bomb. It was great to polish off the remaining suzma from our complimentary treat. For entrees, my husband wanted to try the signature osh, while I ordered chicken shashlik. The osh was probably the better of the two but he didn't love it. It was quite greasy and the lamb was on the gamey side. My chicken shashlik had definitely been near charcoal too long; it had an overly-charred, unpleasant chemical-y taste. The accompanying rice had so much butter or oil in it that it was greasy, too, and although that imparted more flavor into it, I felt gross after a couple of bites. Everything was cooked well, just the flavors really didn't quite come together for us on this visit. It's hard for me to believe, given the average outstanding reviews and consistent praise this place gets, that our experience was an average one. Perhaps we just came on an off day or ordered the wrong things for our palates, since we're fairly unfamiliar with this cuisine. I would be willing to try again some day, but sadly our first visit didn't quite wow the way we'd hoped it would. I appreciate the clean and pretty environment and quickly prepared food!

Fantastic food! Service was wonderful as well, very nice people and chill atmosphere. I had the…read moreKubideh and could've gone for a second plate. I go here every time I visit TN!

Delicious and authentic Persian food! There is a kebab or mix plate here for everyone - carnivores,…read morepescatarians and vegetarians alike! The restaurant is well established and doesn't rely on frills and gimmicks to attract their clientele. Lots of brown and neutrals dominate the aesthetic - cultural decor and an occasional tv can be spotted along the walls. All the kebabs are well seasoned and full of flavor. The meat is both crispy and juicy. The complimentary pita is served warm and is pillowy soft. Some of my favorite hidden gems on this menu are on the appetizer list. Don't skip over the chefs appetizer with creamy cheese, olives, herbs and ground walnuts! I also love the light but flavorful white bean soup with tomato broth and generous chunks of chicken.

Dining experience! Lyra was recommended to us by a Nashville native, and I am always more than…read morehappy to make my way over to East Nashville for some good food and a local business. Everything is meant to be share style on the menu, and so we opted to do a few starting dips with pita bread as well as some salads and two main dishes. The pita bread was honestly the highlight of my night! It was made fresh and it was so simple, but so delectable on its own, even without the hummus, which was also delicious. I think this is one of the best places you can go for good appetizers. I felt that the meat was good, but not as stand out as the hummus and the asparagus salad. I would love to come back for the pita bread alone. The service was exceptional, with an attentive and friendly staff.

This place was ... fine. Two years ago I made a reservation and they called and cancelled it due to…read moreweather without an option to move me inside, so I wrote them off (I wanted to impress friends but thankfully another spot got us in). Decided to give it another try and probably won't go back. I think I'll give 4 stars because it's probably some people's favorite place but I'd probably rank it lower. Was good but honestly boring. I can get the same meal but better up the street on Gallatin with more decor, great staff, and more reasonable prices. It was pretty slow even with only a few tables taken on a week night. The explanation of the menu items wasn't clear even after asking (I don't think the staff member was fully knowledgeable on the ingredients) so we just picked what sounded okay and went with it.

Just had lunch here today! The food was amazing and service even better!!!!! The restaurant was…read moreclean.

I'm going to jump ahead and just let y'all know this restaurant is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING....I MEAN…read moreAMAZING-AMAZING like "knock your socks off" amazingly good, like "holy moly guacamole" amazingly good! I honestly have never had a restaurant prepared meal that was even remotely prepared to this caliber of perfection! Alright here we go.... FOOD: We ordered WAY TOO MUCH, but we wanted to get a full understanding of what they were about, that and the pictures in the menu looked amazing. I always ask for suggestions when I'm trying something new.....And you can always tell when it's a knowledgeable, helpful and caring person by what they recommend....the 4 to 5 gentlemen who took care of us brought us an abundance of delicious and beautifully presented foods, including sides and specialties...we were blown away!! Service was beyond perfect....it really feels like you're hanging out with the family you always kinda wanted...lol! Above and beyond!!! Ambiance is comforting and relaxing not at all pretentious with plenty of room for large groups and families to enjoy together. I base a lot of my opinions about the overall quality of the restaurants that I review on the cleanliness of their restrooms....it's a "basic bottle line" that says everything you need to know about where you could potentially be eating and drinking by doing nothing more than taking a quick trip to the toilet. If it's a mess, LEAVE!! If it's kept up, well stocked and CLEAN, then hug the owner, tell your friends and family to eat there and write a good review because phenomenal places with pristine restrooms like Edessa are becoming a rarity, a thing of the past, a novelty in a new era of nasty, busted and gross establishments serving crap.... Try Edessa, you won't be disappointed!!

5As is a Greek/Palestinian restaurant just north of Kroger on HWY 53 and it's fantastic, named…read moreafter the family of 5 that own it. Best Gyro in Huntsville/Madison county. Their selection is really nice from lamb/beef or chicken gyro to eggplant stew. They have platters and salads and french fries too. Their apps are great especially the cumber salad ( like tzatziki) and hummus and babaganoush. Most things come with pita bread. Their baklava is excellent. Many people order takeout but eating is pleasant with the Greek decor. Everything is made to order as you watch. Please visit this small family owned restaurant. Their only drawback is every thing is served on disposable dishes. But I give them a break on that cuz it's a small operation with no time for washing dishes. Oh, they are closed Sunday-Tuesday.

Not bad, but not great. After doing some yard work today, I needed a quick lunch, so I thought I'd…read moregive this place a shot. Unfortunately, the bread was stale, and the sandwich was packed with lettuce, tomatoes, and olives, leaving very little room for the meat. I finally found it buried underneath all the lettuce! The flavor was actually pretty good, but there just wasn't a lot of substance to the sandwich. I guess that's what you get from a place on the side of the road.

Back again! This time trying two pita wraps. Tenderloin Saijji and Chicken Ghallabi. Paid 50c extra…read moreto add hummus to the latter pita wrap. Had to get Shish Kofta and Hummus Tabouleh again. Current manager didn't know how S. K. designed the SPICY Chicken Crème Chop, so I decided to come back another time. Edit: Chicken Ghallabi is amazing. Stir fried chicken and vegetables, well marinated. It does include Mediterranean rice, which is seasoned wonderfully but it is therefore not keto or low carb. Still recommended. But the new favorite is the tenderloin Saijji. Well flavored tenderloin with on OUT of this world BOLD TANGY sauce. This is a unique moth sensation. 'Not spicy. Must try for anyone! Highly recommended.

This one is a hard one to rate. Went here with the wife and child for lunch on a weekend. The…read moreplace was pretty dead (which was nice because it eas very quiet), but the staff was nice and greeted us immediately. We were the only customers. They serve Pepsi products and do not offer alcohol, but do have a large selection of fresh fruit juices. This is not a gyro place - if you want a gyro, you will be disappointed. This is an Mediterranean place that offers a lot of middle eastern dishes; pitas, shwarmma, hummus, tabbouleh etc. The meats are heavily spiced; they offer lamb which is nice. All the servings were huge when it came to rice and fries, you won't leave hungry. I didn't think the prices were bad ($50+ tip) for 2 adults and a kid; I ordered an extra pita to try out the Sajji beef. The spices and flavors are strong and might not be your cup of tea but the staff was super friendly and nice, they gave us fresh warm bread on the way out. Give it a shot.

When I walked in, I could smell the tea and coffee being made. The coffee was being heated and the…read morearoma felt so nostalgic that I still think about it to this day. I had the classic Kurdish Breakfast along with tea and it was spectacular. There aren't any Kurdish restaurants where I'm from so I just had to come here on a little trip. The decor is beautiful and feels connected to the Kurdish culture and diaspora. There were so many different people and it seems like a great community place. There were cultural imagery of Shahmaran which I think is for luck and strength. Everything about the space was welcoming and open. The furniture was beautiful and comfortable. The lighting was on point and the whole place was very very clean. Okay back to the breakfast! The fried eggs in olive oil in a cute little pan with the sides of a white cheese (not a feta but maybe?), two types of olives, tomatoes, cucumbers, honey, fig jam, walnuts, yogurt and naan. I mean, wow! Take some naan and pick up some eggs with it and add some toms. My fave combo is naan with walnut and then dipped in the honey then using that to scoop a little yogurt. The yogurt was classically Kurdish and had the most flavorful tang. The service was exceptional. I got some honey and dried tea to take back home with me. I also got an iced latte and I still have the cup for memorabilia. Although they would taste better there, it reminds me of one of the best breakfasts I've had in years. (The only thing I regret is not asking for some salt for the tomato and cucumber but the cheese was salty so the balance was there. I just really like salt) Such a great place and I am already making plans to visit again!

This was my first time trying Turkish food, and I have to say, I was completely blown away by how…read moredelicious everything was--especially the coffee! The coffee was honestly one of the best coffees I've ever had. If you're looking for a nice, chill environment with great food and especially great coffee, you definitely need to check this place out. I was very impressed. The service was wonderful, the restaurant was nice and clean, and I would definitely visit again if I'm in the area.