I hosted a baby shower at Cafe Petra on Saturday, April 25, 2026, and overall had a great…read moreexperience. I booked the event back in February and worked with Muhanad Rantawi, who made the entire planning process smooth and easy. On the day of the event, the two servers assigned to us were absolutely phenomenal. They helped with setup and were attentive in serving food and drinks to our guests throughout the event. The space itself was clean, cute, and cozy--perfect for an intimate gathering. The food was delicious as well. Although we didn't receive the rice we had ordered, they made up for it by providing extra pita. One challenge was that the AC wasn't working, but the staff handled it as best as they could by bringing out a large kitchen fan to help keep guests comfortable. Overall, it was a wonderful experience. I would definitely use them again for catering and would consider hosting another event there in the future.

I went here with good expectations since it's very close to where we live my husband and I decided…read moreto try this place today. When we entered the vibe was relatable to the name of the restaurant but after a few minutes we heard Bollywood songs and I love Bollywood songs but I feel like the vibe of the restaurant should relate to the cuisine and ambiance. It automatically gives an impression that the restaurant isn't Greek or Lebanese for example. Anyway, we had ordered kibeh and lentil soup for appetizers. The lentil soup was the worst lentil soup I've ever had it was frozen we asked them to heat it but it still tasted disgusting. I couldn't eat it. The kibeh was alright the dip with the kibeh was good. For entrees, we ordered the chicken shawarma plate and combo kebabs. The plates came with a salad the dressing was interesting but I'm not a fan of feta cheese so I didn't have the salad. The shrimps and chicken kebab of the combo kebabs were not bad I really liked the shrimps. The hummus was okay and the rice was very bland. The service was quick I believe because everything felt like it was pre-cooked except for the kebabs but the beef kebab wasn't cooked entirely one of the pieces it was raw. The shawarma was not good at all! Very disappointing Our bill was $60 and we were charged a 2.5% fees for credit card!

I have been to Arabella's many times over the last few years. It never fails to disappoint. If you…read morelike Mediterranean food and excellent service, this is the place for you. I have had almost everything on the menu and everything is delicious. Some of my favorites are the lamb shank and kabobs, chicken and beef shawarma, spicy hummus, fried cauliflower and cucumber salad. I like to eat there because it's rarely crowded when I go and it has a peaceful, calm vibe where I can sit and relax. There is usually a steady stream of customers picking up food to take out and occasionally a few will dine in. The workers are very polite, friendly and helpful. I highly recommend Arabella's if you are in the area!

Employees are not professional. Menus are a bit confusing. Food is 4/5…read more I'd come back here again.

Mantoo dumplings and Dahl soup were incredible with great flavor and prices, mint lemonade was the…read morebest I've had

Amazing food! 100% halal for those with dietary restriction. We easily setup a reservation for…read moreabout 16 people including 2-3 high chairs. This is the perfect place to have a large group dinner with kids needing high chairs. I would recommend making a reservation though if it's a large party. Food came out hot and fresh and some items were a big hit. Highly recommend the Mantu, Bolani, Challow, Chapli, and Goat Chops. The Goat Chops were very tender, highly recommend trying those.

Overall, the staff was welcoming and the place was clean. The restaurant was very dimly lit even…read morethough it was day time. My mother and I got the roasted vegetable sandwiches. We were not aware of the sides it came with. Unfortunately for an Italian restaurant, we were expecting panini type sandwiches but these were bolios which did not hold up the contents of the sandwich well and everything fell out. The cut of the vegetables also was not compatible with the sandwich type again making it hard to eat. The flavoring of the veggies was decent but again, this cut of veggies seemed like it was for a pasta primavera and just used for a sandwich. The cold pesto pasta salad given on the side was very sour and we did not like it. I don't love pasta salad so I wish they disclosed the sides otherwise I would not have ordered. The pineapple on the side was random and the whole dish was not cohesive. They may have other things that are good but we personally did not enjoy our food much.

Talk about false advertisement. The garlic bread is nothing like the pictures on website. I paid…read more$6.45 for a hoagie style sandwich bread cut down middle. Pictures on website looke like focaccia bread with grill marks and seasoning. Sadly i got whats in picture. The ravioli was ok but $17 for 3 vegetarian raviolis?? To think , i paid $5 for one meatless ravioli is shameful.

We've eaten here a few times now, dine in and carry out (And I finally remembered to photograph…read moreanything, but the inside is super cute and I love the chairs, very comfy). Everything has been fairly quick either way. I see the same two guys each time and both are very nice. Food is great - good size, good value. I don't know what they do to their hummus but 15/10 because it's delish. Between me, the hubs, and the child we've gotten a lot of their offerings - skewers, kebabs, gyro, wraps, apps; zero complaints on anything. Highly recommend!

General Description:…read more A small Persian/ Indian restaurant located in the corner of the Miyagi sushi plaza. Good: - Chicken Kabob Soltani was decent. Bad: - Service was a little spotty. Upon entrance we had to ask the server to bring us water. He was kind enough to bring my son another drink on the house. - Barg was a too chewy. - Interior is dated. Restrooms need to be cleaned. Overall: I would try this place again. Chef John was really nice and I kind of feel bad for leaving a neutral review.

Not my favorite Mediterranean restaurant. We came for lunch and it did not impress. We ordered from…read moretheir lunch menu, and had the rice pudding for dessert, which was ok. Service is hit or miss. I'm sure this place is a favorite for many, but it's not for us.

Finally, find another Turkish food restaurant close to my place. We ordered our food through the…read moredelivery service, which took forever (doordash). Thank God they packed really well, so the food was still warm. Every single item was full of taste and freshness. It is well served in size and packed creatively. We all loved it. The price is a little pricy, but again, the quality is not cheap. We would love to try again, but it's better to dine in and enjoy food served directly to your table from the kitchen. We highly recommend this place but try to dine in if you can.

My favorite items to order from Abu Omar Hala is the Chicken Shwarma Arabi and the Fried…read moreCauliflower! I remember when I used to order from here when Abu Omar Halal used to just be a food truck, but it is nice to see that it's now expanded to be a brick and mortar store with seating to eat and wait for orders to take home. I tried the Chicken Shwarma, Beef Shwarma, and Chicken Zinger (fried chicken tenders) Shwarma, and I can say that the Chicken Shwarma is the best choice in my opinion. It pairs very well with the provided garlic sauce, and I love how well seasoned the fries are. The interior is kept clean and organized, and there is a big menu on the wall behind the check-out cashier desk for you to look at before you order with accompanying pictures. The service was helpful with answering any questions. It takes a bit of waiting for the food to come out but they make the food fresh and hot by the time you receive it.

A product of Houston, Abu Omar Halal has blossomed from a popular food truck to a multi-location…read morebrand all across the South and West Coast. My penchant for late night food led me to their Med Center spot, where I impulsively ordered most of their menu. It may have cost me a good chunk of change (#1), but the biggest loser was my expectations. Situated on the corner of Almeda and Hepburn, Abu Omar Halal shares the building with the Exxon gas convenience store. Despite being a fixture in the neighborhood, the signage looks fresh and updated. Just below the sign were a couple of their food trucks, thought they ee new and updated and directly beneath is are a couple of their food trucks that weren't in operation. The format is pretty simple: Choose a protein (chicken / beef shawarma, lamb gyro, chicken zinger (aka fried chicken), or falafel and then choose a meal option where it can be anything from a simple sandwich / quesadilla to something more fast casual like a rice or salad bowl. The arabi is a fan fave, which is a series of meats in roll form that is cut up and accompanied by a bed of fries and a pickled cucumbers. There is a double version which two wraps can be combined in the same box for a cool $23. The hummus ($5), kibbeh ($3), fried cauliflower ($5), fries ($5), grape leaves ($5.25) and falafel ($5.50) round out the sides. However, there a number of red flags. Inattentive staff meant there was a wait despite the place being empty. I ended up standing around for a few minutes (#2) while other late night goers waited in their cars while observing an empty kitchen and a few dirty tables. The meats on the spit were sitting idly while looking really dry and there was no one to maintain the spin. The desserts sat inside of a display case with an incredible amount of condensation from how muggy it was. It didn't look particularly appetizing. Eventually someone came and I was able to order a smattering of many things that included a beef arabi ($14.75), chicken shawarma rice bowl ($14.75), lamb gyro loaded fries ($15), a falafel salad bowl ($14.75), an "Italian" shawarma platter ($17), and a chicken shawarma sandwich ($10.75) with a few sides that included the grape leaves, kibbeh, single side of falafel, and hummus. Most of the food was an abomination. The loaded fries was practically a brick since the cheese was microwaved so hard that separating the (overly dry) fries from the solidified cheese was next to impossible. Instead, I picked it up like a funnel cake at a state fair and took bites out of it as a whole. It was not my best look. The falafel was super dry and didn't seem all that fresh. The salad bowl was extremely underwhelming and the rice bowl was unmemorable, save for extra pourings of the sauce. I suppose the arabi and Italian shawarma were the semi-saving grace, as my group of dining companions enjoyed these the most. The kibbe was solid, despite feeling a bit pricey at basically a $1.50 a bite. I'm glad I finally was able to cross this place off my bookmarks and finally got an opportunity to try this beloved chain. While I don't rule out a future return, I think I'll be looking to give the other locations a shot first. _________ (#1) Just a $120+, NBD. (#2) While listening to some *bumpin* Arabic music on their TV stream.

This is a hole in the wall spot. It has limited seating and small but it seems to offer authentic…read moreIndian food. There is also some seating outside. I tried the pani puri here and the chicken tikki. The pani puri comes with two different sauces and a little bit of a small mix. I only liked the darker sauce. The green sauce flavor wasn't for me. The chicken tikki came with a different type of green sauce and i think it complemented the chicken well. It was well cooked and had just the right amount of spice. I did think the onions on top of the chicken didn't make any sense. The food does take awhile to be made and it was not even at a busy time. They do ask that you clean up your own mess and come to grab your food at the counter when it's ready.

Very friendly service, had the courtesy to come and introduce himself and ask about us. We…read morespecifically went to try their chole bature. It was very fresh, tasty and flavourful. Bature could have a little more of salt. No complaints. Will definitely recommend to my friends and family.