First time here and I was really impressed. My husband and I ordered the Special Gyro with lamb,…read morepork belly, and beef steak along with dolmades and baklava. He got a side of French fries and I got the Greek fries. Every part of the meal tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared, and it was clear from the first bite that they take pride in what they make. The baklava had the perfect mix of honey, crunch, and sweetness. It is made in house and has a fresh, rich flavor that stands out right away. The dolmades were just as good. I could eat them every day. It is rare to find a place that still makes their appetizers, sauces, desserts, and other items in house, and it really adds to the charm. The gentleman who took our order was warm and friendly, which made the visit even better. I usually go for lamb skewers when I visit Greek restaurants, but this time I wanted to try their gyro. The pita was cooked to perfection. It was soft and had that fresh dough taste that only comes from bread made in house. The meat was juicy and full of flavor. Overall, I was very happy with the entire experience from the service to the food. We ordered to go and did not have to wait long. Prices are average for Greek food in the area, and what you get is friendly service, fresh ingredients, and flavorful food.

Stopped in for lunch to-go. Restaurant is very small. I ordered. Beef gyro. Person taking my…read moreorder was kind and attentive. Offered me a glass of water while I waited. Didn't have to wait long as the food came out rather quickly. Portion was generous but a little on the pricey side for a gyro. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it. I'd go back if I'm in the area to try other items on the menu.

I was craving Mediterranean food and stopped by Opa for a gyro and fries. The lamb and beef gyro…read moremeat was tender, well-seasoned, and served in a generous portion. The pita bread was soft and fresh, which really brought everything together. The fries were just as good--crispy and perfectly seasoned. Dipping them in the tzatziki added a great extra layer of flavor. If you're looking for a solid gyro, Opa definitely fits the bill.

We have eaten at this place several times since my first review, and I must say, I have found some…read morefavorites here. The Lamb and Beef Souvlaki kababs are Wonderful. The lamb has a really nice, subtle lamb flavor, and the beef is spiced just differently enough that they complement each other quite well. The plate comes with Greek salad, rice and pita bread. All Wonderful. I've had the Opa's Combo, which is spanakopita, falafel, dolmades, hummus, Greek Salad & pita and everything is Really Good. The Spanakopita had a good amount of spinach and feta in it. The Dolmades had a really pleasing taste and texture. Mom still likes the Gyro and fries. Dad has had several different dishes, but I think he really like the Pastitiso, which is layers of pasta with seasoned ground meat and Crème Béchamel sauce. This is a Favorite place to eat, so we will be continuing to go here ANY time we can. Even with the long drive!

Always a great time at Istanbul. This is one of the few spots where you can get a doner plate,…read morewhich is seasoned meet from the spinning rotisserie that runs vertically. I thoroughly like coming here for sure because the flavors are hard to beat. Plentiful seating and always great service. Highly recommend!

Driven by the place a lot but never went in until today. Parking lot is a little small and you can…read moremiss the entrance pretty easily on speedway, so just be sure to slow down. This place specializes in Turkish/Mediterranean food. There have various appetizers, pita sandwiches, entrees and dessert. I got the diner sandwich, which is pictured in the photo, pieces of beef & lamb mixed kebab sliced thinly served in a pita with red onion, lettuce, tomatoes and tzatziki sauce. It comes with your choice of Greek salad or fries. Their fries at crispy, not soggy. The meat was well seasoned and the spices the meat was seasoned with come through! It you want slices typical to kebabs or gyro sandwiches, get the Istanbul pita, which was what my husband got. Lots of seating for small and big groups! Service was decent, but not sure how it is on a really busy night. We came at lunch time, so about 8-9 tables and our server didn't check in on us much after we got our meal, which was out pretty quick after we ordered. We did have to wait and stop her to ask for more napkins and water but other than that, friendly staff. Would recommend checking this place out!

Consistently good food, friendly staff, big portions and a great lunch place when midtown or casual…read moredinner. We love the shawarma and salads, lentil soup and mint tea. They also serve beer I think and wine.

I really love the fried cauliflower with tahini at Zayna and the baba ganouch. It feels that they…read moreuse fresh quality ingredientes in general. The falafel here was not my favorite in terms of spicing (bland for me) but I only tried it once here and I am a little picky about middle eastern food since it's something I often cook at home with my exact preferences in mind. I do like that they do the Syrian falafel with the hole in the middle :) The grape leaves are also a little on the dry side for me here. But that fried cauliflower with tahini sauce and fresh salad definitely make me smile! I wish they had outdoor tables for patio seating since they have the space outside. Service and atmosphere seems nice here though I mostly got my food to go here and sat outside. My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite!

Opa's Grill on 4th Ave is my all time favorite! I usually take out or eat in for dinner. Priced…read morewell with great quality. Plate closest to the bottom is mine with chicken souvlaki with a side of fries. You could also get a side salad. Amazing staff always and so attentive! Outside seating area is nice in the later hours of the day. Inside is also nicely decorated.

I tried Opa for the first time last week during lunch and liked it so much that I came back again…read moreover the weekend. It's located on 4th Ave and has both an outdoor patio and indoor seating. On my first visit, I ordered the falafel wrap with fries and it was delicious. When I came back, I tried the gyro wrap which was really good too but I might stick with the falafel wrap next time because it was packed with flavor. The service was great! Everything came out quickly and they bring out a plate of pita bread with hummus and tzatziki sauce while you wait. There's plenty of seating inside and the space is decorated with pictures of Greece, which adds a nice touch to the atmosphere. I'd definitely recommend this spot if you're in the mood for Greek food.

Unfortunately, the only option in town for goat meat. Others are even worse. Usually the experience…read moreis ok, their meat cutting skills are limited. They use the machine and then cut the pieces in squares. No technique. That said, it's still manageable. However, not this time. The pieces were supposed to be small for stew/curry. The butcher (a kid this time) did such a sloppy job of it! The pieces were cut as if to throw in a grinder. Some were as big as 5-6 ounce by itself. See the pics for yourself. If you go there, ensure you check the pieces after they cut it.

I've lived in the area for almost 18 years now. But, I only discovered this market about 7 months…read moreago. I had recently bought the wrong item. I called to see about returning it, no problem. But, we won't be in Tucson for a couple weeks. No problem. Went there today with my receipts and the unopened product. I picked out what I wanted in the first place, and got change back. Being of Armenian decent, this place is a God send. Can't recommend it more.

This place is located at the entrance to Costco at I-10 and S Kino Pkwy…read more It is a small drive through only. There are pictures posted of what it looks like. We needed a snack. We picked up the Pita and hummus which was supposed to be $5.99 but we got it for $3. It wasn't on the Daily Deals (see photo). It was really great hummus. Next time we are back we will definitely be trying some other things for sure. Great option. More what we were in the mood for than Costco pizza.

This location recently opened. Today I used the drive thru for a take out original gyro. Service…read morewas fast and friendly. I was the only customer. On weekends the original gyros are $1 off so my sandwich was under $9. While it wasnt a very big sandwich, it was enough to fill me up. The compressed meat was thinly sliced, well spiced, and there was plenty of 'ziki sauce. Costco is across the street. Sunday traffic can make entering the parking area stressful. Otherwise it has a spacious lot right on the southern terminus of what will be the El Paso And Southwestern Greenway.

Returning after about a year with out of town visitors for our last dinner before they head home…read moretomorrow. It seemed like the menu had been updated with more and improved selections. We ordered drinks and studied the menu some and put in orders for the Aspasia and hummus plates along with the big (we had no idea it was that big) family mix grill and chicken and beef shawarma. We received the Aspasia plate first and it was delicious! The kibbeh was so good but so was everything else. The mixed grill plate was awesome. The hummus and baba ghanoush were incredible. I don't think I can get enough superlatives into this write up to fully convey not only how good this food is but also how authentic it all was. Of course our server timed all the deliveries to our table so that everything came out correctly and at the right time. The inside of the restaurant is actually a big room, sparsely decorated with simple tables and chairs but again it added to the charm and authenticity of the cafes from the Middle East region. There is no other place in Tucson like this and I highly recommend this to you to go and try. There is plenty here to try and enjoy.

Tried this spot on a whim and was happy to try it! Small seating inside, they have a display of all…read morethe desserts & sweets. Started off with the hummus, it was fine! The bread that is given with the hummus is very thin & they only give you 4 pieces so it went very fast. They charged $2 for 4 more pieces. For the family platter mix we got ($70) it came with chicken, lamb and tenderloin (unfortunately they ran out of tenderloin). The meats were easily the best part of the meal. Full of flavor & really well seasoned. It sits upon a gigantic pile of rice which we did not finish. Rice was fine. Overall service was very pleasant. The food was overall good, and portion sizes were nice for a group of 4. Glad we came.

Great location ( for us and others in north mid Tucson)!…read more Clean, friendly, good vibe. Food was reasonable and excellent. Staff friendly and efficient.

Hands down the BEST falafel in Tucson. Seriously…read more Do yourself (and your taste buds) a favor and come experience this flavor explosion. The falafel is crispy perfection on the outside, soft and herby inside -- absolutely to die for. The hummus is silky, the baba ganoush has that rich smoky depth, and everything tastes incredibly fresh. This spot feels wildly underrated. It's small and casual, not fancy at all, but the food coming out of this kitchen is straight up divine. Service is fast, portions are generous, and they even have a drive-thru if you don't feel like getting out of your car (plus indoor and outdoor seating). Bonus: it's right next door to their Mediterranean market/grocery, so you can grab imported goodies after you eat. Flavor, value, and authenticity all in one stop. I'll absolutely be back.

3rd visit in last couple months, it's tastier to us than Aspasia & Zayna and I can't get past the…read moreChicken Schwarma $16.25 plate lol. Slivers of moist seasoned chicken with 2 sides and warm pitas. Again have not veered from the 2 sides either, smoky baba ghanouj and silky smooth hummus over fries or side salad. Hubby is also stuck on his Gyro Deluxe $15.75 with Greek Salad. Has the most balanced dressing, just oily & tart enough but a tad sweet. Asked the owner, Reyna who is a delight btw, that I had met on our 2nd visit what exactly was in it...simply oil & vinegar turns out, the latter being Apple Cider not Red Vinegar..aha, the slight sweet. The menu has the Middle Eastern go-tos that we ordered but read along and discover it leans Jordanian and is quite extensive with family platters and stews. Notably too, their bar stocks several Middle Eastern beers, that we still need to pop. Dining Room is fairly small with a few tables and wall painted murals, and a couple of outdoor tables on the walkway in too. Unassuming location in the back of the strip mall, with ATL Wings and Peter Piper Pizza, across from Park Place Mall. Be sure to nav it here for fantastic Middle Eastern fare and maybe discover some new Jordanian dishes too...I'm working on it haha!

Upon our arrival we were greeted at the door and stayed quickly. The tables/menus/eating utensils…read morewere clean, the area free of dust and dirty floors. Clean bathrooms. The server was polite, helpful and knew the menu. The food was delicious, hot and plentiful with rich tender vegetables and meat. A quick Yelp search found another delicious restaurant for us to enjoy. 5+ stars