Wonderful chicken shawarma and gyro! Pure simple flavors, exactly what we were looking for during…read moreour stay. We came 4 times in the duration of 2 weeks. I took off a start because the last time we came the lentil soup tasted very different like a totally different soup than the previous times we had ordered it. Definitely worth checking them out, especially for their baklava!

Loved this place so much we went back twice while we were visiting Mayo Clinic. Right around the…read morecorner. Excellent food and service. Super nice guys. Even found our new fave soda - sweetened with dates instead of sugar! We ordered a case!

Excellent Food Friendly Service…read moreMeals are large and arrive quickly Everyone at this little hole in the wall is friendly and customer service oriented. Very clean environment.

Nice place, clean and with ample natural light. Food was…read morevery good and service was friendly and fast. Portions were just right. Highly recommended if you like tasty, fresh eastern mediterranean food.

I highly recommend this restaurant. The food is excellent…read more The Chef Raul is fantastic and all of the staff are so patient, friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and efficient. The Mediterranean-type food is extremely tasty & beats the greasy type of fast foods, yet the price is similar. We mostly order the kabobs, Greek, Tabouli or Caprese salads. The Calamari is excellent. The soups are fantastic especially the French Onion and Lentil Soups. The desserts are SO good, as well. We usually do takeaway but it's a location that would be nice for dining in during spring, summer, fall. It's a little cold atmospherically in the winter...maybe some more plants or pictures but the staff makes this location always welcoming & warm!

A solid choice to eat in Rochester. We got a friendly greeting and they prepared a table quickly…read more The gyro plate with fries and salad was delicious. It's served with pita too. It's a bit loud in there but you can chat.

We came here because the reviews (at the time of this post) on Google were 4.6 and 3.8 on Yelp…read more First thing to note is that the parking is in the back on the building. The place has a rustic Middle Eastern vibe but it's not kept well. The table we first got had food stains on the table cloth and a dirty fur coat on the wall. We decided to move to a different table. I saw food on other tables as well. The owner spent most of the time in the back talking to someone than waiting on us. We didn't get silverware until the main course and never got water. I went to the fridge in the front after our meal was done because we were tired of waiting and thirsty. The falafel is the best thing that we had. It was fresh but a bit oil. It had a nice crunch to it and the flavor profile was good. The sauce with it was average but good. The mixed grilled platter was underwhelming. The best meat was the lamb. There wasn't much flavor in the chicken and the other meat was too dry. I think the veggies were a bit too chard for my liking. The shawarma was not that great. It seamed as if it was chicken chunks and not the properly cooked. The flavor was not great either. There's nothing given as a side or sauce. There's bottles of ketchup on the tables but they looked not too appealing to use. Instead of napkins, you get Kleenex. While the food can be good. I would recommend ordering takeout from here. As a small business I wish nothing but the best and hope the owner cleans up the place more and improves the customer service.

It is very rare i would give 5 stars to a restaurant but the owner in this restaurant made it above…read moreand beyond! A very humble and nice man! Makes you feel like home. First he welcomed us with free middle eastern coffee called karak. Its dark black coffee with cardamom. We ordered the lamb kabob platter , hammus and pita bread. The food is delicious, hearty ,freshly made and authentic. And then comes the generous part! He came out with generous amount of free fried chicken for my friend and for me with freshly made baba ganoush and warm fresh pita bread! Not just that, he also gave us soda for free! Such a kind man with great hospitality. Even if it wasnt for the free food, i would still rate this restaurant highest because of the delicious food and such a humble and kind owner who makes you feel at home. You must visit atleast once to experience it.

Wonderful local treasure with excellent food and a welcoming atmosphere. All of our family special…read moreoccasions are at Victoria's!

Love there are so many gluten-free options to choose from. And the fact the meat sauce is all beef…read moreis perfect. You can Access from the subway system from Mayo. They bring out bread and you can request gluten-free instead of the regular bread. When they brought out the gluten-free buns they were HOT! Very good and fresh. They do give you a plate with fresh parmesan, olive oil, and balsamic mix. I choose the butter as it melted so great. My partner got the gluten-free cheese ravioli with meat sauce which he REALLY liked. I got the stuff gluten-free shells with meat sauce. The meat sauce was FABULOUS but the stuff shells were ok. The ricotta inside wasn't a smooth soft ricotta. It was baked and stuck together which isn't my thing. But I love it was GF. And next time I would for sure get that meat sauce on something, not sure what, but cannot wait to try. Tip when you order tell them you want the gluten free, don't assume it just is.

Best Falafel anywhere! I found it at Central Park, Rochester Minnesota. I'm so happy!read more

We tried Sham Falafel for the first time and are so glad we did. Their menu is simple, just…read moreshawarma, falafel and fries....but that is because they are REALLY good at making those items. We tried essentially everything on the menu to give them a fair shot, and absolutely loved everything. Our favorite was the falafel. The owner is also super friendly and clearly takes a lot of pride in the amazing food that he makes. This place is a must try. Order from them today!

The food was really delicious and full of flavor. Everything tasted fresh, and the service was…read moreexcellent from start to finish. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made the experience enjoyable. My only disappointment was the portion of protein for the price. For a $23.99 meal, I expected a lot more chicken. The veggies definitely outnumbered the small pieces of chicken, which made it feel a little unbalanced and not quite worth the cost. If they increased the protein portion, it would easily be a 5-star experience.

The restaurant was recommended to us by a family friend. Our 5 siblings from across the United…read moreStates were there. My husband had a lamb burger, fries and a salad. I had a dish called Casablanca, which has chicken or shrimp as the protein, mushrooms and onions with a cream sauce over rice. Our food was amazing. We were pleasantly surprised to have live belly dancing. It was very loud but everyone was so happy. Our server worked his butt off! We all loved the experience!

The room was classy and inviting so I came here for a lunch break. The bread was delicious and i…read morelove the salad i ordered.

I've been coming here for years, but lately it just hasn't the same…read more The food is still good, but not at the level it used to be. I have pretty high standards for Greek/Mediterranean food, and it just doesn't stand out anymore. The pita has been dry, although the hummus is still solid. The platters are fine overall, but nothing particularly memorable. Service has also been a bit underwhelming recently compared to past visits. That said, the atmosphere is still a highlight. The space feels very authentic with all the decor, and the belly dancers are always a fun touch. The patio is also nice if you're able to sit outside. Parking can be a little tight in their lot, but there's a ramp nearby which makes it easier.

A truly amazing experience. My wife and I traveled from Chicago to visit a couple restaurants seen…read moreon PBS. This place blew us away. Amazing service where the staff and chef present each dish and explain each component and source. All recipes are locally sourced, and nothing we ate had traveled more than 30 miles. Because they use only the freshest ingredients and are based on availability, the dishes are rarely duplicated. We opted for the full tasting menu with wine pairing, and I strongly recommend you do the same. Because our hotel was a 30 minute drive, they charged us for a single wine pairing and split the pours between two glasses. Not only was each dish beautifully presented and absolutely delicious, and paired with a perfect wine, but they were spaced in such a way that we able to fully immerse ourselves in the experience. Our reservation was for 5:00, but we were there for about 3.5 hours. Every minute was enjoyable. This dining experience will be one of top dining experiences of my life, and as I'm in my late 60s and have traveled the world, that's no small statement and one hell of an accomplishment for this chef. Thank you again for an amazing experience. I wish you all the success you desire. Well done, sir. Note: apologies if my images list the incorrect dish. It was several days ago and I only noted the dish names in a simple note.

What a great experience…read more The tasting menu (7 courses) was excellent. Many varied flavors, all with locally sourced ingredients, right down to the goat. Yep! Don't forget the wine pairing. All excellent choices for our meal. We enjoyed hearing from the chef. There was a lot of personal service. If you live in the area, support this gem. If you are just visiting,it is totally worth your attention. One last thought: NV is a good value!

Hands down the best chicken place in town, still building up so things may be a little slow but…read moreit's a small business with a great family feel from the owner...a bit small for a big party but it's definitely a place I want to endorse as a man who loves food!! I'm glad this is in Hastings, I wish people supported it so it stays, and you won't regret it, just try it once!

Hot honey wings, Old Bay fries, lamb gyro, cherry cheesecake…read more Wings were savory and perfectly cooked. Old Bay fries had perfect amount of dry season and cooked perfect. Lamb Gyro; slices were plentiful and flavorful with a great Tzatziki sauce. Cheesecake was great texture and flavor. Delicious tart cherry topping hit the spot. High quality, great price, great service