I'm a fan of their falafel. but when I drive by they are always closed. Nara, where are you?

This place single-handedly changed my opinion on the state of Arkansas LOL! There are places that you eat at and it's one and done; there are places to revisit time and time because you crave it; but Nara? Seeing the pictures alone made me crave something I've never had before, and going there was absolutely phenomenal. I got the loaded lamb roll with fries and my partner the coco mix. We shared hummus and pita. My roll was packed with lamb with white sauce and cheese saucing up the already well seasoned lamb--lettuce and tomato broke the richness of the meat. I dipped my fries in the amazing hummus, so creamy and smooth with some quality olive oil on top. My partner's rice had chicken and lamb meat that was insanely tender and flavorful, the rice complimenting it with its spices. The coco mix comes with a variety of proteins to try from if you want a little of everything! The falafel in it was so crunchy yet soft inside. The cashier was super helpful wirh his recommendations and made sure we were comfy. I appreciate the variety of drinks he offered as well, giving customers options and his personal input! While I do agree with some reviews that the wait can be long, the anticipation is so worth it. I'd never expect such a great restaurant in a small city on the outskirts of Arkansas, but I will be revisiting just for a taste of Nara. read more

Nara Chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Fort Smith, Arkansas

I enjoyed a delicious Mediterranean meal with a friend. I went with the gentleman's recommendation and ordered the all-in-one lamb and beef Mediterranean plate and Arabic raspberry malt (non-alcoholic). The food is quite delicious and the service is great. Highly recommend! read more

Nara Chicken - All-in-one lamb and beef Mediterranean with Arabic raspberry malt (so good) - Mediterranean Near Me - Fort Smith, Arkansas

I tried Nara for lunch on a Sunday late afternoon. Prices are very reasonable for food quality. My lamb gyro was delicious! Big portion of meat. 2 guys were working, so it took a while, but they were nice. It's a nice building with several seating options. I was bummed because they were out of hummus, but I'd definitely go again. read more

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The chicken Shawarma was extremely flavorful, but the lamb and steak skewers lacked seasoning.

The most flavorful, delicious mediterranean food! The variety on the menu and flavor combos are unmatched. Highly recommend any of their plates with a side of hummus and pita- so good! We did wait a bit for our food to be prepared, but good things take time and that's how you know it's fresh! Don't let the area or curb appeal fool you, this place is a must eat!! read more

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Excellent Food, exceptional service from the owner himself & cleanliness is unmatched! I wish he owned more locations because this food is soo delicious! read more

Food was mediocre at best. Was our first time eating there and will be our last. Entire dish was bland, the meat was chopped into minced (not bite sized but much smaller) pieces, and white sauce drenched everything. Felt like a waste of $33. Disappointing because I was really excited to try this establishment read more

AMAZING customer service and DELICIOUS FOOD ! I pass by here every time I'm in town and sometimes make the drive to eat here !

I am starting this review by disclosing a Mediterranean food I hate. I hate lentils! I detest the nasty little tick shaped peas, cooked in any recipe. Goat food. Nothing, not even bacon can redeem the disgusting flavorless legume. Well maybe........ This is the old Eureka Pizza building, repainted, repurposed, and revived to another life. Now serving Mediterranean/Middle Eastern cuisine. The dining area inside is a comfortable size, room enough to handle a lunch time rush, with plenty of tables. Order at the counter, pay at the counter, pick your food up at the counter. They have a drive through window that probably accounts for most of their business. Nothing fancy. Adequate service. The food is incredible. We ordered a Chicken Kabab Platter (w/ Rice, Salad, Baba Ghanoush, and Grilled Tomatoes, Onion and a slice of Jalapeno.) Also, a Falafel Platter (w/ Hummus, Tahini Sauce and Pita Bread.) Both meals recommended. The lady behind the counter set the drinks out; then gave a shout to pick them up. A few minutes later she set two small cups on the counter, then looking directly at me, said "here is a sample of our lintel soup." This was unexpected. I sure as hell didn't order any and I didn't want any sample of lentil soup. Being pleasant though, I obligingly rambled to the counter; at the same time thinking, "You just wasted a little cup by pouring me a sample." A lady sitting at one of the nearby tables, must have noticed my lack of enthusiasm to retrieve the soup sample. As I walked back to the table, in support of the lowly lentil, she offered, "You will love the soup." Well, it was good, and different tasting than any lentil anything, I have ever had. The little tick shaped peas carcasses were pureed to invisibility. The soup was bright yellow, with a consistency thicker than broth. Almost creamy. A mellow curry and dominant chicken flavor. Just like everything else at Nara Chicken it was wonderful. I can eat this. Recommended. This was such a shock. It set the expectations for the meal. My wife and I were not disappointed. Delivered next to the counter, was the best, most flavorful Mediterranean food I have ever had. Opening the food container at the table released the appealing aromas. The Chicken Kabab perfectly cooked, encrusted with Mediterranean spices. The Baba Ghanoush was perfection. You could taste both the egg plant and the light smokey background flavor. Crispy Falafels. Creamy smooth, savory Hummus. Rice with a hint of cardamon. Nothing disappointing. Enormous flavor. If Nara Chicken can make disgusting lentils delicious, then you can imagine what deliciousness they can deliver when starting with something good. read more

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Food was good as always but it took 45 min for 3 orders! They only had 2 workers and there wasn't any customers inside. read more

Nara Chicken - Chicken kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - Fort Smith, Arkansas

Had to check this place out since it's Palestinian owned. I have never been the biggest fan of mediterranean food, but I tried the Nara Chicken Burrito, and it was probably the most delicious burrito I've ever eaten. It reminded me of the savory flavor of butter chicken, with the toasted tortilla, it was simply divine. Watched them put it all together and grill it just beyond the counter, fast and friendly service. I will absolutely be back. read more

Nara Chicken - The building, view of the front door and the drive through. - Mediterranean Near Me - Fort Smith, Arkansas

20 minutes and no food. Thermostat set at 62 but it says 87 lots of flies. Trays with food smell like mildew. Food is eh. Do not understand the other reviews. read more

Great flavors! I'll be a regular when I visit Fort Smith. Tonight I had the chicken kebab platter, looking forward to trying the rest of the menu. read more

The food was wonderful. Falafel, chicken and lamb kabobs were perfectly cooked (cooked fresh), sides were also great! We got to try some new food and enjoyed all of it. We also got to try a special juice drink, he said it was made of all kinds of fruit, our kids said it was better than soda and drank it up! The restaurant itself isn't anything fancy but we weren't looking for that anyhow. The service was great, so hospitable. It really felt like the gentleman behind the counter cared and was excited to have people there ready to try new things:) would definitely return if ever in Ft Smith again! Thank you for sharing a little bit of your home with us. God Bless read more

Nara Chicken - Chicken Kabab - Mediterranean Near Me - Fort Smith, Arkansas

Great food! We will defiantly be adding to our rotation!! Try the chicken and Roce platter! read more

Nara Chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Fort Smith, Arkansas

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The food is really good but 1st they not working fast so you have to wait longer because of that, 2nd portions too small for the price, 3rd workers need to wear their gloves when cooking the food. read more

Very tasty food! I especially enjoyed the Vegan Mix Grill dish! Everything is served in plastic containers - so also good to take out if don't want to eat at the spot. read more

New Mediterranean chicken cuisine restaurant here on Grand Ave in fort smith ar. Tried them for the 1st time yesterday had the chicken over rice. Can say amazing flavor!! Back to today to try chicken kabob plate. Great service. This place also amazing aroma of great food read more

Nara Chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Fort Smith, Arkansas

We've been meaning to give this place a try especially since it's within short driving distance of home. Both the outside & inside are aesthetically pleasing but the food is MOST definitely what you come for. We got the Nara Burger, the Mix Grill plate and a side of hummus, which comes with pita. The Mix Grill took a minute to make but both it & the burger were absolutely fantastic and this will definitely become one of our regular spots. The two guys behind the counter were friendly and checked on us several times. read more

Nara Chicken - Mix Grill plate and Hummus. - Mediterranean Near Me - Fort Smith, Arkansas

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Great food! Pleasantly surprised. Needs to work on the ambience. Baba ghanoush and.Hummus wonderful. If we lived here I'd be back for the food definitely. read more

We were looking for something different and Nara didn't disappoint. Tried the lamb/chicken/kofta with rice, salad and baba ganoush. Also shared lentil soup and falafel. And we took home enough for lunch tomorrow for one of us. Super nice people. If you like Mediterranean you need to go. read more

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Great vegan options with very affordable price points. I saw this place on Yelp as I was driving down RT 40 entering Arkansas after 10 pm. Hadn't ate anything all day. Food tasted real fresh. If I ever do a cross country trip from PA back to NV, then I'll definitely stop in to this wonderful establishment again. read more

It's hard to beat delicious food. I had Nara Chicken again yesterday after a long time since I am not always in Northside of town. Then today, I was on Grand Ave, a little hungry and it just like a magnet. Remembering how delicious yesterday dinner was that I bought at Nara and ordered the same chicken kebabs. So good and service is also excellent! Definitely worth going to. read more

Nara Chicken - Cover of the menur - Mediterranean Near Me - Fort Smith, Arkansas

Very different, absolutely delicious. I finished the whole plate and was upset cause I had finished it.

Nara is one of the best places FSM has to offer. The lentil soup is amazing. The chicken, beef, and lamb kabob are always yummy.

The food is so yummy. The people who serve you are very kind and welcoming. I am so thankful for Mediterranean food being brought here to Fort Smith. read more

Nara Chicken - Hummus - Mediterranean Near Me - Fort Smith, Arkansas

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great service, nice people, and amazing tasting food. I will definitely be coming back. They have so much more the just chicken. If u haven't tried this place u definitely should. you will not be disappointed. Family friendly with the option to eat outside. read more

My first visit to this establishment a few days after they opened didn't go well as I didn't find the food (chicken) very flavorful and they didn't have any hummus. My second visit about a week ago was a big improvement as I found the chicken better tasting and there was hummus this time. Although much better the second time around I doubt I'll return as this establishment still has a ways to go to even come close to the Mediterranean casual restaurants I enjoyed so much in and around Los Angeles before moving to Fort Smith in April, 2022. read more

I have enjoyed everything I have tried here and the staff is wonderful! I love the food! read more

Nara Chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Fort Smith, Arkansas

Awesome food and awesome customer service I went today and the gentleman infront was so friendly lol definitely made the food taste even better !! inside was clean and smelled so good he gave me 3 different samples to try the red drink falafel and lentil soup I really loved everything I thought that was very sweet of him read more

Nara Chicken - Chicken wings and humus - Mediterranean Near Me - Fort Smith, Arkansas

Had the loaded lamb sandwich and thought it was the perfect fusion of Arab & American culture. I feel like it is also a good option for non-adventurous eaters, seeking to try new things! My friends got the chicken kebab platter, which they raved about. The waiter also gave us samples of their lentil soup/ shooraba, which reminded me of my family's recipe. I will be coming here again next time I'm in Fort Smith! Having middle eastern food options in Arkansas is so nice. Also, loved the traditional Arabic music and Palestinian art/ decor. #freepalestine read more

This place is incredible. Nothing like it in the river valley. Ownership and everything was spot on. read more

Nara Chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Fort Smith, Arkansas

Great flavor and good menu with both veg and non veg options. Staff very friendly and compassionate.

Unbelievably good! I never would have guessed that the best Mediterranean food I'd ever have was in this unassuming building in Fort Smith, AR. read more

Very delicious food!!! I would definitely recommend it !!!Excellent service!!! Lot of choices on the menu

Basic dining room with drive through available. Lamb over rice - A - generous portion and great flavor. Lamb Kofta - A - Koftas are flavorful and the spicy babaganoush is excellent. Falafel - A+ - best in town Baklava - A - a bit of a twist using pistachios. Overall value - A- read more

For a city that doesn't appreciate the culture of its inhabitants and the history of those communities, Nara Chicken is a spot that will unfortunately be lost in that shuffle. It's a shame as well because every dish they serve is insane. From the kebabs and lentil soup to the unreal falafel, every element they serve is of quality and care. This is food made with diligence and it is a very welcome change from the typical fried food + fries that is quintessentially Fort Smith. If you live here, don't let this place leave the city. Seriously. read more

I've been to this place twice and both times they've exceeded my expectations. The staff are super friendly and remembered me from my last visit which added a very personal touch. The times I've visited I've been able to try the Lamb kabob and the chicken kabob both were great!! The Baba Ghanoush was heavenly. I've also gotten a sample cup of their lentil soup both times and I'm certain it's going to be my next meal there. The atmosphere is cozy with ability to watch the kitchen work which I love because your able to get sample smells of what everyone else is getting all in all a great place to spend an evening! read more

Nice clean place, nice decor. Easy to read and understand menu. Owner was friendly and eager to assist. Food was prepared within 10 minutes and everything was delicious. I ordered mix on rice which was chicken and lamb over a bed of rice with small salad. I do recommend this place. read more