Naya is always a go to! It's similar to a chipotle style set up but sauces make it! Def get the garlic sauce, I usually get the pita and dip it in the garlic. Go early or off hours to avoid long lines! read more

NAYA - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

Ate lunch here today, the Kefta was a bit of a weird size and texture compared to other NAYA locations. And now I'm about 2 hours in to what is going to be a long night of food poisoning. Would not recommend. read more

Manager reached out to me and sincerely apologized and made things right. I ordered again this evening and everything was delicious. Keep up the good work! read more

Just a short take on this restaurant. You'll appreciate the clean, well-illuminated dining area. Everyone is so helpful and friendly. The chef introduces your mouth to novel sensations. You have to return without question. read more

The portions at this particular NAYA are HUGE, I will give them 5 Starr's for value. Particularly the amount Chicken and humus they include, it's super generous. read more

This spot combines great taste with great style. Make sure to try their most popular items! Everything I tried was good. The employees showed kindness alongside welcoming attitudes. Impressively tasty!!! read more

Your trust in this restaurant will be rewarded. They serve excellent dishes without charging too much. Employees here provide flawless standards with notable cuisine. The food both looks and tastes remarkable. I endorsed this quality place. read more

I don't know why Yelp is reporting this closed, it's not closed. The service is great there and it's super fast. The food is good quality and they have a ton of different options. You order on the iPad and then it comes right out fresh. read more

The restaurant's quiet presence belies its excellent kitchen. We tried a limited selection that proved acceptable. Personnel provide consistently excellent attention each time. I found myself stunned by the quality. The overall experience was remarkable. read more

Very good spot for authentic Lebanese foods with a highly aesthetic dining area. Here's my breakdown of the foods I ordered: Samke mechwiye (branzino) ($26) - Decent but the fish and veggies were a bit plain/bland; a tad overpriced but the other dishes were fairly priced Mouajjanat mix (1 rekakat, 1 fatayer sabenegh, and 2 sambousik jebne) ($12) - The rekakat came in a spring roll kind of shape, except it was filled with a tasty blend of three cheeses; the fatayer had a nice spinach/lemon combo inside; and the sambousik (cheesy empanadas) were tasty as well Falafels ($8) - These classic chickpea falafels were good, but a bit too hard/crunchy on the outside Lebanese spreads ($12) - Great combo of spreads, hummus and baba ghannouj were as expected, while the muhammara exceeded expectations, as it was a little nutty, peppery, and sweet all in one (and not spicy) The interior of the restaurant has a great romantic ambiance with dimmed lighting and clean, elegant decor. It is narrow with tables on both sides of the central walkway and a larger dining table in the back room. Each table is separated by glass. The white benches along with the dark wooden tables, glass dividers, and lighting make for a unique and beautiful dining area. In terms of service, the staff were friendly, attentive, and helpful, and the service speed was pretty quick. Overall, I would highly recommend Naya if you are interested in Lebanese cuisine, especially if you are looking for a date night kind of vibe. read more

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Not long ago this would've been a 5. Naya delivers the best hummus and baba I've ever had, hands down. It comes insanely fast, sometimes under 20 mins. I order once a week. BUT, lately, boo! Maybe since they've expanded so much, quality is down? Missing items in an order continues to be an issue, but in the past few mos. I've received stale pitas, stale pita chips, they stopped offering yummy chili crisp, the falafel doneness has been uneven, they changed the AWESOME baklava to a new recipe that sucks (and big shrinkflation on top of it. Lastly, the prices have gone up across the board. Not along with Bidenomics, but very recently. An order that cost $30 is now $50!! That's insane. The basics are still solid, but I'm going to start shopping around. read more

I started ordering from Naya not too long ago, and it quickly became my favorite go-to spot. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and delicious. Portions are generous, and my order is always ready on time for pickup. If you're looking for something truly satisfying, Naya never disappoints! read more

This was such a great last minute find in the UES. One thing to note - when we tried to make reservations on Open Table - they said all the tables were taken but I'm glad we called because they were able to seat us. When we arrived, we saw that there were many open tables - so definitely call! We had the spread, cauliflower, falafel, halloumi, and lamb tartare - so delicious! I didn't like the milk pudding - lavender just seems wrong for dessert - taste like soap. But this was a great place to dine - very affordable and attentive waiters. Order the mint tea too! read more

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Actually, this review would be a 4.5 instead of a 4. Overall, I had a wonderful experience Naya Mezze & Grill. First, I LOVED the modern/futuristic setup and design of the restaurant, which gave the restaurant a very classy and upscale vibe. For my meal, I had the Samké Harra, which is a broiled branzino with spicy tahini sauce, walnuts and pine nuts. I thought the fish was perfectly prepared, and I have no complaints about it. Actually, I was this || close to ordering another Samké Harra to go. The Tabboulé was the only thing that I did not fully enjoy meal because I found it way too sour. Perhaps, that is the way the restaurant prepares this particular side. The Tabboulé aside, I definitely would not mind visiting Naya again in the near future. read more

NAYA - Samké Harra - broiled branzino - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

Decided to order from here with my coworkers for lunch and this is the first time I had some authentic Mediterranean food and when I tell you how much I enjoyed the food. I decided to created my own chicken shawarma bowl to pick my own toppings and it was all the flavors I needed after waiting to eat for lunch. The presentation was great and so spillage in the order as well. I would definitely order again and even eat here one day! read more

NAYA - Chicken Shawarma Tray - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

Genuinely always a delicious option for takeout. They also have some Uber eats deals which is great! If you ever need a filling flavorful meal, order from Naya! It's super fast delivery. Food is fresh and yummmyy! If you're looking for Mediterranean food, check this place out. read more

Enjoyable food. Well made and seasoned. My favorite was the red pepper and walnut dip which paired very well with the thick pita bread that accompanied. The tabouli was also very nice. read more

NAYA - Pita bread - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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Surely you have been to the Naya casual spots around the city for a quick and delicious lunch? This is Naya's original & first restaurant still open in the city! We had the pleasure of eating here and experiencing some of the most deliciously fresh hummus, falafel, and so much more! We were so full on appetizers but couldn't pass up the main course! Staff was unbelievably kind, professional and helpful. The restaurant is very clean and everyone is wearing a mask. There is also hand sanitizer upon walking in. Open now so please support your local businesses! read more

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Great food. Hummus was very creamy. Service was excellent. Atmosphere comfy and quiet. Date-worthy. read more

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I've been to Naya a couple of times before and have enjoyed my experience every time. When you first walk in you are greeted by the gorgeous interior. I love the whole clear booth concept where the different booths of each row are divided by glass panels. It really gives an intimate feel for each table and allows you to pay attention to your tablmate(s) while also enjoying the space as a whole. During my most recent visit, my friend and I entered at 8:30PM on a Monday night. He had made a reservation but I'm not sure if it was completely necessary since it was busy but not super crowded. As soon as we were seated, we were handed menus and had our drink orders taken which we decided to get a couple of dishes to share. Apart from the efficiency, service was just ok. Our server would treat us friendly at one moment then cold the other. As for the food, we ordered the: -BABA GHANNOUJ: Yummy dip that came with some warm bread. The flavor was great, it really highlighted the eggplant taste and texture and was just a great way to start off our meal. We did not finish the whole dish and our server was kind enjoy to package the dish for us with some fresh, warm pita. -BEMIEH BEL LAHME: This was a daily special for the day so we just wanted to try it out since it was slightly chilly that night so made for a good stew-eating day. The flavor was very bold and delicious. The tomatoes really complimented the okras well; however, I would only recommend this dish for people who actually like the taste of okra because it was a very prominent note and would not be enjoyed if you do not like the taste and the texture of the veggie. All in all, definitely one of my more enjoyed restaurants in the city and I am always excited when I get to go try it out! read more

NAYA - Baba Ghannouj - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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Ok firstly, this review is more of a 4.5; reason being is that they do not sell cocktails - only wine and beer. If they had a liquor license & cocktail options, easily a 5 star establishment. So this spot is SMALL. There's no way you can dine with a party of over 4, and even then it's a little tight in the 'booths'. Space aside, it's a nicely put together space with fairly dim lighting, accompanied by Arabian (I believe) music in the background. Upon first sight of the menu, my party was disappointed in not being able to grab a cocktail. A couple of us did have wine, and the other, beer. That disappointment quickly faded when our apps came and wow! Everything was very tasty - we all gave high remarks and 'mmm's' as we began trying all of the options - Baba Ganoush, Spicy Hummus, Spinach Pies, Holumi, and the Duo of Eggplant. For entrees, two members of the party opted for the spicy shrimp dish, (which was above standard level spice, so do not get if you can't handle a more intense spice) and from my taste of it - it definitely packed a punch. I myself got the spicy bronzino dish and let me say this; It was cooked to perfection! The fish was fresh and delicious, and the purée it sat atop was excellent. I would literally take that purée to go and use it with other food at home. Fabulous! I'm not much of a rice gal, but I even loved the accompanying rice. The other member of the party got the kebab platter. I as a pescatarian didn't get to try it, but he cleaned the plate which speaks for itself. I am seldom in midtown, but if ever I'm looking for a low key hidden gem for Mediterranean food, this will be the spot! read more

NAYA - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

The Quick: Such A gem for lunch! A very reasonable lunch special, with a relaxed yet beautiful vibe. The restaurant that pretty full by 1230, so definitely make reservations! The Details: The food was incredible! I really enjoyed the Mezze platter and my lamb wrap was exquisite. We like best about this place, was how it was pretty relaxing, and had a hidden room in the back for a private party. Overall a great find! The Damage: lunch special for $18 includes an appetizer trio of mezze (plenty of options!), and a sandwich. The dinner prices look reasonable as well read more

NAYA - 3 mezze as part of the lunch special. Excellent! - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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Service came with a smile and the design / layout of the joint is appealing. I am vegetarian so I ordered falafel. I was severely disappointed. The falafel, salad and rice were all dry. The salad needed dressing, the hummus was insufficient. When compared with falafel from the halal food truck in my neighborhood, this dish was a failure. In my neighborhood I get a choice of sauces making the dish much more enjoyable. Naya's falafel was difficult to consume and not as tasty as expected especially considering the price. read more

Wow, wow, wow. We wore out our guests with all the walking we did today (over the Brooklyn Bridge & traipsing around Dumbo, then North Williamsburg, so they didn't want to walk a lot of blocks for dinner once we got home. Nana is very near, so we gave it a shot, not having a res (our m.o.!), and we snagged a 4-top that we were told we'd need to vacate by 8:30; no problem! The food is amazing! We started with a lentil soup, thick, just the right blend of textured and smooth, well seasoned and great with a squeeze of the lemon provided. We shared that and an appetizer of foul, fava beans sauteed in oil, with tomatoes and I'm not sure what else but it was a nice size portion and very good! Our friends shared hummus (very creamy, heavily tahini, yummy) and what is called moussaka that is a totally different food from the classic Greek moussaka. It was served cold, was chickpeas, red peppers, eggplant , not sure what else. Also very tasty. Before we were served, they brought out a lovely 3-part dish with olives in one, crisp pita chips in one, and a dip that we figured out tasted like za'atar with a whole,lot,of sesame seeds in olive oil. The waiter said it was oregano, sumac, etc. - yep, a version of zaatar! Interesting, we didn't love it, but it was good, and something a little different! For entrees, friends had: chicken shawarma. On the menu it says with French fries, but our friend asked if they could sub a small salad, and they gave her a very green tabouli that's lemony and flavorful! He had casserole with lamb, red pepper, onion, a tomato sauce, he finished it up! Hubby and I both chose the vegetarian eggplant dish. It's served beautifully, a small pile of those little,pita crisps on one end of an oval,platter, and 3 perfect rolled-up eggplant slices (looking a little bit like Italian eggplant rollatini) nestled in a thick tomato sauce. Yogurt sauce is drizzled over the tops with sprinkles of pomegranate arils. I believe the eggplant rolls were stuffed with bulgur (maybe brown rice, but the texture was more bulgur). Excellent! We chose not,to indulge in either drinks nor dessert, but the food was high quality, well-prepared, a little different from anything we've had before, and we are very happy with tonight's dinner choice! Living so nearby, my husband and I do plan to return to Naya! read more

Delicious food, lots of flavors! Lebanese/Mediterranean food is our go to. We celebrated my moms birthday here and had a great experience. We had several dips but I recommended the spicy feta, it was so good. We also ordered falafel, chicken shawarma the rice and eggplant dish. All had great flavors. I would highly recommend if you want decent portions with tons of flavor. read more

Solid spot! Ordered the chicken shish taouk for takeout. The pickup process was very organized too. The chicken was full of flavor and cooked perfectly too! Well packaged, and a good spot for takeout. read more

NAYA - Chicken Shish Taouk - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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I bought a gift card that I am not able to use. If you go on the Naya website, you are still able to purchase a gift card for the 2nd Av location, however they will not accept it. read more

NAYA - Gift cards availabile - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

Did online ordering with no contact delivery. Ordered the basics: Chicken Shish Taouk Falafel Tabboule Salad Hummus Lebanese Rice Order arrived after an hour. Falafel was omitted. Called and the hostess politely sent out an order to fulfill the delivery. Arrived in less than 10 minutes, but it was kibbeh, not falafel. Didn't bother with another call. Hummus was very good. Likewise, the tabboule was quite delicious, just a bit heavy on onion for my personal taste - my dining companion was enthralled with the salad. Chicken was perfectly grilled and accompanied by grilled zucchini, tomatoes and onions. The Lebanese rice was Fantastic(notice the capital "F"). Kibbeh was also very good, a bit dry, but tasty; though I was truly craving falafel. I should have asked for more pita. Overall a 3 1/2 star experience with an extra 1/2 star because the hostess was so polite and expedient. Every dish packed in plastic. Very likely that the in- house dining experience is superior. So, I will give the restaurant another try when that's an available option. read more

Naya has been on my list for years and I'm glad I finally made it in. The ambiance, decor, interior and staff were great. I especially liked how the tables are standard and unmovable and it makes for a cute little nook you sit among your friends. Though the place and staff were great, unfortunately the food was lacking. I have high expectations as a regular Mediterranean food connoisseur, but even without that "knowledge" I think I still would have been disappointed. Here's a rundown of what 4 of us ate and my feelings about each dish Olives - I love salt, but I've never in my life tasted olives that seemed to be drenched in salt before being served Labné - It was very thick and lacked a bit of the usual flavor. I did enjoy that they added Za'atar to the dish Rekakat - one of my favorite dishes, the cheese dishes were much better than the spinach, even though spanokopita is one of my favorite foods. My friend thought the spinach one was a bitter Halloumi - the flavor was amazing Makanek - This was not at all what I was expecting, and even if my expectations had been different, I'm not sure I would have enjoyed this sweet meat dish Kafta Sayniyé - A giant Meatball in red sauce served with rice, this was quite flavorful and I really enjoyed it Mixed Grill - Chicken Shish - One of the better dishes we we were served, though the garlic mayo/aioli was a bit lackluster If there's a next time, I think I would order the shwarma plates! read more

Really liked the food here. Would definitely come back. The front of the restaurant is filled with smaller booths and group seating is in the back. Clean and modern decor. The lamb chops were super tender and basically fell off the bone. The sauces (green cilantro and green spicy) added a nice zest. My only complaint is the vermicelli in the rice. The knafeh was a little different from what I've had before and could have been more toasted but was still good. Probably would skip it next time though. Come here for the entrees tho! Very tasty and filling read more

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0 for 3. All three items were wrong. The receipt on the outside of the bag listed everything correctly. Inside, two of the three items were not the items that I ordered, one of them with a tag that had someone else's name. The third item, the entree bowl, had a tag with the correct ingredients, but they didn't use the correct base (quinoa vs rice). Very disappointing. They close up the bag with tape, so of course people just double-check the receipt on outside to make sure the bag is theirs and the correct items are listed. One mistake is not a big deal, but their getting items wrong is pretty bad. read more

We ate. We ate sooo good! New York is home to some of the best chefs in the world! We had so many places bookmarked and must try bites! Although Naya Mezze wasn't on our radar we were so happy to stumble across this hidden gem. Naya Mezze a super delicious Lebanese dining spot with a unique wine list and phenomenal food! The hummus was so creamy and seasoned just right served with warm pita and the mixed olives went well with the feta salad. I had the lamb and my cousin had the filet both were delicious! Our server made the wine recommendations and they were so on point! I wish I would have snapped a pic of the bottle but we were so enjoying the ambience and meal. I do know I will return here hopefully sooner than later. read more

One of the best meals I've ever had. Everything was fresh and authentic. Will definitely return. I recommend getting the mixed grill. read more

NAYA - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

Wow, really enjoyed my meal here! Space is a little narrow and small, but food here makes the experience well worth it. I came here with my friend and her sister for dinner one night. We started off with some fresh mint tea - it was a cold night and this was exactly what we needed to warm us up. We ordered 3 small plates, one entree and one dessert to share between 3 of us. We had babaganoush, moudardara, spicy hummus, kafta kebab, and ice cream trio (which is actually a duo because they only had two flavors). Honestly, all of the food was delicious. I loved every single thing I ate. The lamb was particularly juicy - just wish there was a tiny bit more salt on it. Ice cream was unique as well. I really enjoyed the mango flavor, but that felt more like a sherbet than an ice cream. We sat here for about 2.5 hours just eating and talking. They didn't rush us out once. We felt very welcome here and really appreciated the friendly staff and the delicious food. Will come here again soon! read more

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Lebanese. Is this what you are looking for? Look no further. Not sure what you want to eat tonight? Why not try Lebanese? Welcome to Naya. Upscale ambiance and a narrow footprint definitely make this place a significant standout - and we haven't even eaten anything yet. Take a seat at one of the booths, grab a menu, and order something. Anything. It'll be good. We stated with a bottle of classic Lebanese red wine, chilled appropriately, and it complimented every single bite of the meal. It was the most expensive thing we ordered -- without wine you can have a full on dinner for two, leave stuffed, and be out the door for less than $60. We stuck to the small plates in an effort to try a few different things. We had intended on ordering larger meals, but were full way before we even had the chance to order anything. The hummus and the Baba Ghannouj are an absolute must try. Add a bit of cracked pepper and warm pita, and you'll be happy for days. We also had the spicy shrimp and one of the sausage dishes (Sujuk), and I have to say...the sujuk was awesome, but spicy shrimp was absolutely insane. I'm a huge fan of acidic food (e.g. red wine vinaigrette, german potato salad) and the shrimp is the perfect balance of spicy and acid - with a lingering burn on the end. The sauce is good on absolutely everything, I used some pita to soak a lot of it up; I wasn't about to leave any behind. I only hit 8% of the menu, and I can't wait to go back and try more. THIS is Lebanese food done right. Order a ton, don't spend a lot, and say hey to Henry, because he's awesome and deserves the shout out. read more

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This place is definitely a great place for a date! The ambiance is very good and lighting is dim. There are private booths. I ordered the branzino in spicy sauce and I honestly thought it was great! The spicy sauce is not exactly spicy, but rather a more sweet-sour starchy taste that is a bit hard to describe. There is a LOT of sauce with the Branzino and it goes quite well with the rice. I'd definitely recommend the fish if you're looking for something light and filling. My friend ordered the kafta kabob and it was a very loaded dish full of many things! He enjoyed it, but didn't find it to be SUPER life changing. I tried some of the lamb as well and found it to be a bit salty. For appetizer, we ordered the halloumi. It was VERY GOOD !!!!! I expected something more cheesy, but what we got was essentially beef (and some cheese) between a sort of flat bread. Very delicious and a good choice for something to munch on!! All in all, I will definitely return. The food is great and service is also very quick. Our waiter was eager to give us recommendations and they recs were all quite good! read more

NAYA - Branzino in spicy sauce with a side of rice - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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This is such a cute spot for dates, catching up with friends and girl's night. It's a very trendy looking, narrow spot but all the tables are set up in a way that it still feels very private. Recommend you make a reservation because they do ask when you come in. Most of the tables are two-seaters but there is a private space in the back for large groups and a few tables for four spread throughout. Although I do warn if you have a bad back, be prepared. The seats are comfortable but not prime for back support. Service was very nice but what impressed me was the food. I didn't expect it to be so good because I was thinking of the great WaFa's in Queens for delicious Lebanese food. Fried kibbe - good flavor and fresh. Really enjoyed it and wish there was one extra ball as it comes in three. Mini pies with spinach - nice crust but filling was too salty for me Baba ghannoush - YES get this. Comes with hot pita bread. Nice portion, didn't cheap out on actual eggplant...it was delicious. Mixed grill - VERY tender and moist meat for chicken and beef. Comes with rice and grilled vegetables (zucchini, eggplant, green pepper, tomato). Great sharing dish so you can try a bit of everything. Was impressed by the way the meat turned out. Great grill marks and retained a lot of the juices in the meat...nice! Baklava - Had to save room for dessert since dinner was so pleasant. It was a slice of the baklava with a few fingers. Very nice and you could tell it was freshly baked. Nutty texture throughout and flaky crust. Prices are decent. Worth it for the area in Manhattan it's located at and the quality of the food. Definitely say give it a shot! read more

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Great takeout. Fresh food, good quantity, tastes good. Also a fair variety of menu items. And most importantly, right around the corner from me. Highly recommended. read more

Currently my favorite mediterranean restaurant! After reading some great reviews I decided I had to check this place out for myself. To be honest it exceeded all of my expectations. From the food, to the ambiance, and the attention we received throughout our dinner, it was all fantastic. I have to say i'll be coming back upon another mediterranean craving. To start we ordered some cheese cigars - rekakta on the menu - which also came with complementary pita chips and dips that were interestingly tasty. When it came to ordering the main dish we were overwhelmed with how good all the dishes sounded, so we asked the waiter for his recommendation once we narrowed it down to the lamb and beef kebabs. He suggested we get both and share since those are two of their most popular dishes. I'm so glad we did get both because they were phenomenal and I would've been so upset if I had missed out. Oh and the beef was super tender and succulent... very well cooked. The ambiance was also one of the highlights. It was really soothing, from the lighting to the medium volumed music which all set the tone perfectly. Great spot to unwind and dine. read more

NAYA - Beef Kebab - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

A friend of mine picked this restaurant and I thought it was decent, but quite a bit overpriced, especially for Mediterranean food. We had changed our reservation to be a little later because I thought I would be late, but actually arrived there sooner than was expected. The hostess said she could not accommodate seating us before the time of our new reservation time. She was polite but firm about it so I appreciated that. She let us know when our table was ready and it wasn't a minute before the reservation time. The decor of the restaurant was okay. It was sleek and modern, with white walls and lighting and railway style seating. We were seated a little bit towards the back which I think was better because we had more room. We ordered several appetizers: Fattoush, Hommus Lahme and Rekakat Bi Sujuk. First we were given a complimentary snack trio of crispy pita chips, olives and some sort of sauce with sesame seeds for the chips. The chips were bland and the sauce was not really to my liking. The Fattoush was a salad that consisted of mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, radish, green pepper, onion, toasted pita and vinaigrette. It was light and the vegetables were fresh, but I wasn't that impressed. It was healthy but not all that flavorful. I liked the Hommos Lahme better, which was hummus with minced sirloin beef and pine nuts. This came with a ton of pita bread. I enjoyed the hummus mixed with the beef, but the pita was kind of blah. My favorite appetizer was definitely the Rekakat Bi Sujuk, which looked like adorable little spring rolls. It was phyllo dough filled with Mediterranean cheeses and spicy beef, though the meat wasn't spicy at all. The ingredients came together really beautifully here and it was nicely seasoned and very tasty. I definitely thought 4 pieces were not enough! For the main course, I ordered the Chicken Shawarma Roll and it came with 2 sides. This was strips of marinated chicken with lettuce and pickles/garlic in a pita. The chicken itself was great with delightful flavor but I really did not like the addition of pickles with it. That actually kind of ruined the dish for me and I wasn't able to taste the garlic at all. For the sides, I selected grilled vegetables and french fries. The sides were wonderful! They were pretty generous with them. The vegetables (red peppers, zucchini, eggplant, onion) were grilled to perfection and the fries were crispy and fluffy. The service was all right. Our waiter was cheerful and helpful with recommending what to order, but he brought us a fried appetizer that we didn't order and failed to take it off the final bill so it was a good thing we caught it before paying. It was a nice meal, but not special enough for me to come back especially with the prices they are charging. read more

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