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    Open Sesame Express

    4.9 (7 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Love the real authentic middle Eastern taste, it's as if I'm in Lebanon. Also the service is amazing.

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    3.9(1.2k reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    For as long as I can remember, my family and I have been visiting this Mediterranean institution on…read morePolk Street. Afrah is THE place to be for Mediterranean food - before Greenville Ave became Arab central, before there was anyone, there was Afrah. A beautiful, airy restaurant with gorgeous seating, a bustling dessert case, ice cream center and so many treats to offer under one roof. Afrah is to the Muslim community in Richardson as a glove is to a hand. It truly is a one stop shop for all your nostalgic cravings, and it would be a grave injustice on my part if I didn't stop by here and sing praise to one of the most loved Mediterranean restaurants in the DFW area. We visited here recently for an iftar buffet experience and were very very happy with the food we got. The buffet line was running smoothly, from staff working diligently to hand everyone a tray with napkins, plates and cutlery already set for you. Waiters were going around the massive dining hall clearing plates, making sure everyone had what they needed, seating patrons and asking if everything tasted good. This establishment runs like a literal well oiled machine and I am so impressed. The food was as always out of this world. Carefully prepared menu that satisfies everyone's taste buds. A good selection of classic cold appetizers like the baba ghanoush, hummus, and variety of salads. Always including something unique for a typical Middle Eastern flare. Hot lentil soup available with bowls carefully placed in the vicinity. So many different types of kebabs and freshly made hot pita bread being replaced like clockwork. The buffet had many of my favorite classics like Shawarma meat, beef kebab, chicken kebab. Lamb, chicken stew, baked chicken, everything was present in abundance. They even had salmon which I deeply appreciated as a seafood lover. My only complaint is the food wasn't hot enough which can be annoying with a buffet that is serving so many people during a busy time like Ramadan. Everything tasted absolutely phenomenal and when I returned for dessert, I was greeted with six different types of sweets from all over the world. That's the thing about this place. There's always something for everybody. The dining hall was bustling with not just Muslim patrons, but also a lot of American white patrons who equally enjoy the food here as much as we do. Inclusions of dishes like shrimp pasta, fried fish, chocolate mousse, and other fan favorites is a humble nod to non-Arab customers who love to frequent this place as much as we do. If you are looking for a quality Mediterranean experience look no further than this long-standing Mediterranean Haven. Thank you for nourishing the community.

    I went to Afrah for a work event and had the buffet. It was…read moregood! I tried pita, kebab, chicken, falafel, rice, fruit etc... All of the food was well seasoned and enjoyable. There wasn't really any service to speak of since its buffet style. The ambiance was a pretty typical cafetera style restaurant. Overall, it was decent food, but I would not seek out to return here to eat. It was nice for a work event and very convenient. We were accommodated well.

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    Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill

    Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill

    4.2(740 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Hands down my favorite Mediterranean restaurant I've been to in DFW. Everything is always…read moreconsistently fresh and flavorful. The sauces are amazing - tzatziki, hummus, baba ghanoush, and more. I personally love the chicken cooked in a yogurt sauce, roasted cauliflower, and chickpea moussaka as my top standouts, but truly there are too many delicious things to name. I love how many chicken options there are as someone who isn't crazy about beef or pork. There is also falafel and plenty of beans for your vegan/ vegetarian friends. There were markers for allergies / preferences on the labels, but I didn't attend too closely as I don't have dietary restrictions. They have tasty rice pudding topped with pistachios and fresh fruit as something sweet to pair with your meal. I enjoy the lentil soup for dipping pita bread in. All you can eat buffets are always the best for getting to try everything and making everyone in your party happy. It's a bit on the expensive side (around $25 per person before tip), but it's totally worth it for special occasions. Within the last year they've redone the seating inside, but the food quality has stood the test of time!

    I've been coming here since around 2010 probably. I really like the food (not so much the racial…read morevibe. They are not too fond of white people it feels like). But today was just too much! I've seen the price go from: $15, $18, $20, to $25... TAX AND CARD FEES HAVE AWLAYS BEEN INCLUDED. Well, today.... The young man told me it was $25 plus tax. So he said it was over $84 for three people. I complained a little to him about it and went on, THEN my wife heard the lady next to my male cashier charge someone the $25 flat with no tax!!!! I of course went and asked her WHY???? She said because the other guy paid with cash.... There is not tax!!!! I said you mean a credit card fee right?? She said NO.... If you pay cash there is no tax!!!!! I'd like the Great State of Texas to look into this one. I bet the comptroller would like to know about this!!! TBH, I really don't think the other guy probably even paid cash. It felt like a hate on whitey move to me. THIS PLACE IS SHADY.

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    Dimassi's Mediterranean Buffet

    Dimassi's Mediterranean Buffet

    3.7(429 reviews)
    0.3 miNorth Dallas
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    this is a must visit in richardson. first time here and the variety of dishes is plentiful, and…read moreeverything i tried was top notch. it's all you can eat, so come hungry! had amazing rice, chickpeas, potatoes, chicken, lamb, greens, broccoli, pita. anything mediterranean or persian adjacent is here! will be back.

    Location Just west off the 75 and Campbell…read moreParking Large open lot Atmosphere Cheerful, well lit self serve buffet Seating Low tables for 2,4, large groups Service Self serve-2hour limit. To go by the pound and per specific items-they cater Menu So many options-each one prominently labelled-salads, hummus variety, veggies in many forms-grilled squash, mini boiled okra, rice and pasta dishes, dolmatas-stuffed grapeleaves, chicken, gyro slices, lamb shank available after 4 and upon request, burger cooked like kibbe, soups, soft drinks, coffee delicious chai, pizza and flat bread selection, fluffy pita and toasted with spices, dessert selection-including rice pudding, banana pudding, baklava. What we liked the best-chopped cucumber salad, broccoli salad-hint of mint, avocado hummus, dolmatas, curry rice, babaganoush, burgers like kibbe, okra, pita-baked and toasted, rice pudding-cinnamony, chai. Left well satisfied but not heavily full-perfect!! Note-gloves to protect handle with serving utensils. Sign on table offers a discount for reviews. Summary My friend heard great reviews from Friends so we came to try it. This is a chain across DFW area. This is the best selection of any restaurant I've been to lately!!! So many healthy choices and everything prepared to have a beautiful presentation and taste fantastic. We each had 2 big and 2 small plates! I've already shared with friends and family! Have you return for dinner and the lamb shank! See you there!

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    1.9 mi
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    I recently visited Luna Grill for the first time, and the experience was excellent from start to…read morefinish. Upon entering, my friend and I were greeted immediately with warm smiles and a friendly welcome. Since it was my first visit, I asked for recommendations due to my dietary restrictions, and Sarah was incredibly helpful. She suggested trying one of the bowls and mentioned I could add an additional kebab for a small upcharge. I was deciding between the salmon and the falafel, and she kindly offered to include a falafel at no cost so I could try it as well. That level of thoughtfulness and service really stood out. I ended up ordering the Santorini Bowl with salmon, and everything was fresh, well seasoned, and satisfying. Both Erika and Sarah checked on us throughout the meal to make sure we had everything we needed, which I appreciated. As someone who follows a pescatarian diet, I'm always happy to find a place with quality seafood options, and Luna Grill is now added to my list. I will definitely be returning. The music was lively and plenty of seating provided making the space enjoyable great atmosphere!

    It's been a while since I have eaten at Luna Grill, and I definitely need to add it back to my…read morestaple restaurants. The food is really good, and there are many options to choose from. The space is nicely decorated and makes you feel comfortable being there.

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