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4.3 (267 reviews)
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Large Mixed Appetizer - combination of eight cold appetizers, chef's choice
Karen H.

We stopped by Pasha around 2pm on a Sunday and were able to get a table right away on the patio. We ordered a couple of platters to share and all got Turkish coffee. I went to Turkey last year (Istanbul, Cappadocia, Antyla, and Gaziantep) and loved the Turkish coffee there so was a little disappointed at the one at Pasha, although I bet if someone has never been to Turkey they wouldn't be disappointed. The large mixed appetizer platter was huge and delicious. The lamb mixed grill was a little expensive for what it was but still reasonably good.

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Stuart O.

Pasha is a cute Turkish restaurant in Shadyside. I like the interior and the decor. I had high hopes for the food. I'd say it was ok. Not great, not bad. We started with a few appetizers: hummus, kisir, cacik, spinach borek. And then we shared izgara kofte. I liked the hummus. The spinach borek is a little like a Greek spinach pie, except it's deep fried. It was fine, but I think I prefer a flaky spinach pie more. The Kofte was a bit overdone. A good kofta should have nice spice mixture and be moist, like a burger. This had a crunchy crust and was overcooked and dried out. The cacik, a yogurt, cucumber and mint dish, saved the kofta!

Lamb
Rosa A.

My husband introduced me to this little gem, I wasn't sure what to expect when I walked up- the indoor outdoor vibe was such a pleasant surprise. It was also the best weather to sit near the outdoor area. I was craving falafel for dinner but what blew me away was the zucchini- whoa, it was bursting with flavor. I literally savored each bite. My husband had the lamb and he seemed happy with it. He said it was a "reliable option." Not sure exactly what that means beyond that. Overall, I'd definitely return!

Salad with Chicken Kebab
Liz F.

As I was going to the Mexican restaurant I saw this place and looked on Yelp and it had great reviews. I'm a huge fan of middle eastern food. Safak was great! Super friendly and knew what to recommend. If I'm ever back in this state I will come here and highly recommend!

Fresh pita
Jennifer R.

Everything was fresh and flavorful. The atmosphere was like dining at someone's home and we really enjoyed it. Falafel and chicken kebabs were the standouts here. The hummus was a slightly different texture than I am used to, but the creamy yogurt dipping sauce was incredible. Would happily return if in the area.

Classic Crepe
Ben M.

Pasha is one of my favorite restaurants in Pittsburgh because it is consistently good. I have been here with my girlfriend several times now and the food was great every time we went.  We love getting the small mixed appetizer that lets you try 5 cold appetizers of your choice. Their hummus is amazing and Aisha likes the Baba Ganoush even more! But we recommend that you try them both as part of your 5 cold appetizers. As for the meals, I really enjoyed the falafel and zucchini entree. The veggie appetizer is also good and lets you try all of their veggie options. Aisha LOVES the lamb chops entree and would highly recommend it. We've also been here for brunch and Aisha is a big fan of their crepe. I also recommend their Turkish Menemen if you're a vegetarian! When the weather is warmer, their patio area is the best place to sit. Would highly recommend check it out!

Helga Z.

One of my favorite restaurants in Pittsburgh! Top-notch service, excellent food, and lovely vibes! My favorite item to order has to be the Lamb Adana! So flavorful & I genuinely can't get tired of it, no matter how many times I eat it! I'm originally from Albania and it has been difficult finding restaurants in Pittsburgh that remind me of the food back home. Although it's not exactly the same as they are different cuisines, Pasha Cafe & Lounge really brings forth some of the key flavors of the Mediterranean/Balkan areas. If you haven't checked them out yet, you must! Such delicious food and it's so reasonably priced. Hope I get to go back soon! 10/10.

Patio
Jayme B.

My friend and I had dinner at Pasha Cafe on a Saturday around 7 pm. We did not have a reservation, but we were able to get a seat on the patio. Both the patio and inside space are so cute. The patio has fans to keep the air flow moving which is appreciated! For our apps, we started with the hummus and the cacik, which is yogurt with diced cucumbers, garlic, mint and olive oil. They were served with pita bread. For our entrees, my friend ordered the shrimp kebab and I ordered the grilled salmon. My friend also ordered a glass of Turkish wine. Everything tasted so fresh and you can tell the food is made with love. One thing to note is that there is a bit of a language barrier. I ordered a soft drink and I never received it. I tried to ask a waitress about it and she did not understand what I was trying to say. However, the food was so good that I didn't even need the drink. lol I will definitely be back for more meals in the future!

Spinach borek
Liz G.

One of the best meals I've had recently! We really did it up with the appetizers - spinach borek, calamari, baba ganoush and falafel. The calamari was super tender, the spinach borek was really tasty and the baba ganoush was outstanding. I had never had falafel before and it wasn't my favorite but that's my preference, still glad I tried it! I ordered the filet mignon beef shish for my entree. I had to order it medium well (pregnant) but I usually prefer medium rare - rare. Let me tell you, this steak was SO tender and flavorful, even cooked medium well. I was so impressed. The rice and salad were also very good. We ended the night with baklava and Turkish coffee - delicious!! The service was incredible. Our server was so friendly and attentive. It was a busy Saturday night but they seemed to keep everything rolling smoothly. I can't wait to return!

Bourekas
Daniel R.

A serviceable and solid restaurant in Shadyside with an ADORABLE patio area! This restaurant is a staple of Walnut Street and has great vibes. The food is definitely hit or miss; the appetizer sampler isn't as good as it used to be, for instance. I really loved the salmon! Service was great. Price is a little higher than I would expect for the quality and quantity.

Falafel and zucchini platter ($17.99)
Sarah M.

We had a lovely dinner at Pasha last night. It was fairly busy around 7pm on a Friday, but we were still seated right away. The dining room, and patio especially, were kind of tight - making it a bit uncomfortable if you, like me, have any concerns about keeping a few feet of personal space. Our server was very polite and friendly, and checked on us often while still giving us plenty of time to enjoy our meal. We started with spinach borek, which were really delicious! Both of our entrees were fairly good, but neither was exceptional; the fried zucchini was fantastic and the rice was very good, but the falafel and chicken were both a little dry and underwhelming. Portion sizes were also a bit small, though neither of us left hungry. Overall it was a pleasant evening at a cute spot, with nice food, and a crowded dining room.

Chicken kofte, chicken kebab, babaganoush, hummus, stuffed grape leaves
Trish T.

Got takeout last night and would rate this a 3.5-4 star place. The apps saved our meal. The babaganoush, grape leaves, and hummus (a special meant it was free w/ our order) all were really good. The former nice and smokey ; the latter creamy; & the grape leaves (warmed in our microwave) were nice and lemony. It was the entrees that really brought the score down. They just weren't that flavorful - which is kind of shocking for Mediterranean food. The chicken kabab was tender enough, but again, it just lacked any defining flavor despite being marinated in "herbs and spices." The chicken kofte was especially disappointing. Usually the ground chicken is infused with aromatic spices, but this was more overcooked and lacking in spices. The rice did the dishes no favors -- dull white rice. Bummer! The odd half tomato (Roma) and green pepper were barely grilled. And that was it. The little chopped cucumber/tomato/parsley/onion salad that came with each helped add some freshness to the plate. All in all - a disappointing meal. If we go back - we'd stick to lunch and appetizers.

Chicken Kebab
Brenda Y.

Enjoyed the outdoor and indoor seating option, food was flavorful but the Shakshouka was non traditional.

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We got the chicken kabobs and grape leaves. Everything was delicious and the staff were very personable and friendly. Very good.

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Absolutely wonderful experience. The food is delicious, service is excellent, and the decor is lovely.

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Alihan's Mediterranean Cuisine

4.3(477 reviews)
3.7 mi•Downtown
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4.5 stars. Alihan's Mediterranean Cuisine opened in 2013 and serves Turkish cuisine for lunch,…read moredinner, and special events. The menu lists many meat, seafood, and vegetarian options, and the chefs can accommodate customers on gluten-free and vegan diets. Examples of menu items are lentil soup, babaghanoush, falafel, shepherd salad, lamb chops, many kebabs, sea bass, sautés, house-made desserts such as baklava, and non-alcoholic beverages. My husband and I ate one lunch here. Indoor and covered outdoor seating was available. The employees promptly greeted and seated us, and I appreciated that they recommended specific menu items to help me choose. After a reasonable wait, the foods were brought to our table. Here are my ratings for what we ordered: Grilled Shrimp - 5 stars - Several large, juicy shrimp were on skewers and had been perfectly cooked. Sides were mixed vegetables and a mix of rice and bulgur. Chicken Shish Kebab - 4 stars - The chunks of chicken were large and juicy and had a mild seasoning. On the side was rice pilav. Turkish Tea - 4.5 stars - This black tea was a good size and was served hot. Packets of sweeteners were available. The total price was $55 plus tax and tip.

Service was super friendly. I did not like my salad (Shepherd Salad) and they offered to make me…read moreanother salad. They were so nice. Ambience is fine. Clean and tidy. Falafel appetizer was very, very hard and chewy. Even with a serrated knife it was difficult to cut! Shepherd Salad was fresh but was mostly red and green bell peppers. Very little tomato or cucumber or onion which I was expecting. Not their fault but mine for not knowing about this salad. Again they were super nice and offered to take it back. Donor Kebab was over cooked. Dry. Chewy. Tzatziki sauce was fine. I ordered two extra mini-cups of tzatziki to help me finish the donor kebab. (Extra $1). Bread was very good. I ordered the Turkish Tea but it never came : (

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4.6(58 reviews)
1.0 mi•Oakland

Went back here for a weekday takeout lunch during work, which is only a short walk away. Quick…read moreservice and no wait. I got the falafel rice bowl, which was ginormous. Left me not needing much food for the rest of the day! The falafels were very dense and yummy. The bowl had a bit of salad, hummus, and some chick peas mixed in. All tasty though I think they could stand to use a bit less of the orange sauce that covered much of the bowl. The shop is small with no seating, so it's best for takeout. Luckily it was a nice day and Schenley Plaza is not too far away. Make sure to ask for napkins, which they forgot for my lunch.

I got the Casablanca and hummus delivered. The Casablanca is one of my favorite pizzas (5/5)! It's…read moregot a very unique flavor; the almonds give it a nice crunch, the dates a touch of sweetness, and the Moroccan spicy pepper sauce a little kick. I got the 16 inch, which was massive, especially for the price. The hummus was good (4/5) but a little runny. The pita was great (4.5/5); it was nice and thick but still soft. Overall, the food was great! I am excited to try some of the other pizzas, kebabs, and other items! The food got here 45 minutes before it was supposed too, which was a little inconvenient but better than 45 minutes late. The driver was very nice and polite and let me know he dropped it off and asked what I wanted him to do since I was not home.

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Aria Persian Cuisine & Turkish Grille

4.4(187 reviews)
1.0 mi•Oakland
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Nice find. Some items on the menu were better than others, but the overall quality was very good…read more We ordered takeout, and the online ordering process was fairly straightforward (though it didn't accept PayPal or Apple Pay). The space is tiny and unassuming, and the restaurant seems to be a family run operation. The interior is much more nicely kept than you might guess based on the outside of the building. The staff were very friendly, and all of our food was well packaged. I strongly suggest taking a look at the "Persian Cuisine" section of the menu; in many cases, that section is more interesting than the Turkish grill. In terms of food, things ranged from excellent to pretty good. The hummus was good and nicely textured, but not exceptional. The kashke ve bademjan was excellent, particularly when paired with the nicely toasted flatbread it arrived with. The Mediterranean salad and Tabouli salad were both nicely done, with a nice level of lemon acidity and some shredded cheese on the side. The veggie kebap was fine, but generally flat in flavor: it really needed some of the sides and some hot sauce to fill things out. The red lentil soup was simple with a subtle spicing but ultimately deeply flavorful. The ash reshteh (noodle soup with beans and spinach) was generally good but would have benefited from toppings that would have probably been provided in a dine-in environment. All told, this was a nice little establishment with some excellent Mediterranean and Persian style cuisine. They seem to churn out some high quality food from what seems like a very small kitchen. I could imagine eating in or ordering takeout, but note that the interior space is fairly small with a limited capacity.

Deceptive menu pics and descriptions + nothing Turkish here and it is unreasonably expensive for…read morewhat you get: --Unlike the menu claims, what they serve as Adana Kebab is NOT lamb + flavor was not remotely Turkish. Not authentic at all. -- What they call Turkish rice can't even be called decent rice -- Persian menu items however were good -- Lentil soup was a good soup but it was not an authentic lentil soup at all. Don't expect the traditional flavor -- Unlike the pics, salad mix in your Adana will arrive in a tiny, disposable clear plastic -- You will eat at tables covered with sticky, clear nylon table "cloths" -- Your water will be served in disposable plastic cups -- Your food will be served in acrylic-plastic cups, including the hot soup -- Now the value: Soup is $10, Adana is $22, Kobideh is $25, a cup of Cay / hot tea is $3.50 (almost all Persian/Turkish restaurants serve this as a complimentary item -- Lastly they will charge you an extra 3% for paying by card Decision is yours... We will not go there again.

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Aladdin's Eatery - Pittsburgh-Squirrel Hill

4.0(266 reviews)
1.1 mi•Squirrel Hill
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Solid take-out meal from this place last night. We opted to pick it up so it was far hotter/fresher…read morethan using a delivery service. Our fave foodie neighbor recommended this over highly-rated Med Table (still haven't tried that place yet, so our verdict is out!). Overall, our meal was really good (not great). Appetizers: hummus & baba gannouj were tasty. We opted for their "regular" size which has given us plenty of leftovers! (Other options: small & large). Hummus was the fave; I've definitely had more flavorful baba. We opted to toast all the mounds of huge pita that came with the meal, though. We're not fans of cold, "raw" pita with dips. Entrees: I got the Genie's combo plate - a couple of interestingly spiced , though somewhat dry chicken thighs (spice called "mishwi" - seemed almost like a Berbere-type seasoning w/ cinnamon in the profile) on a bed of basmati & a helping of tasty, crunchy pickled turnips & Lebanese salata (like Mediterranean pico de gallo). The standout item on this place - far and away - was the roasted, spiced cauliflower. I would have that ALONE - no chicken. I liked the dish, overall, but it didn't knock my socks off. I would look for solo-cauliflower next time. Hubs got the Shish Tawook rolled pita - he really enjoyed the grilled chicken with pickled turnip and excellent homemade garlic sauce. He said he'd def reorder. Top tip - get that garlic sauce (if u like garlic). It's AMAZING. No dessert for us, though what an impressive list they have! We'll definitely return to try some other options.

This was my first time at Aladdin Eatery and I was honestly impressed. It is a Lebanese spot and…read morethe food was so good. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and comforting. I ordered a platter with grilled meat, rice, hummus, salad, and cauliflower and it all worked perfectly together. The hummus was super smooth and creamy and paired so well with the warm pita. The grilled meat had great flavor, the rice was light, and the cauliflower was crispy and delicious. The salad added a nice fresh balance to the plate. The service was also really good. My waiter was super sweet and kind and made the experience even better. The atmosphere felt relaxed and welcoming and it seemed like a great place to enjoy a meal whether you are by yourself or with others. For my first visit, this place definitely left a great impression and I will absolutely be coming back.

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4.2(142 reviews)
1.0 mi•Squirrel Hill
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Mediterranean Grill continues to be outstanding. Great middle eastern comfort food! Tried a new…read morechicken dish that was delicious.

Very nice Mediterranean restaurant. I visited this place on the day before Mother's Day, and it was…read moresurprisingly not super packed. It's got a nice location on the central road in Squirrel Hill, but it's a bit hard to find parking. When I got there, I got to try their shish tawouk (chicken kabob), mujadara, salad with feta, and iced mint tea. The tea was pretty alright. Refreshing and a nice mint flavor; I think they might make the blend in house. They also brought out some nice pita before we started the meal. For my main course, I ordered the shish tawouk. You usually get this meal with the rice pilaf, but they were out, so I got to try the mujadara. I'm actually quite glad! The chicken was tender, and the portion was very fair. They served it with a nice tomato sauce, but I also asked for some garlic sauce on the side. The sauces both seem to be homemade, and definitely go well with the chicken. The mujadara was surprisingly delicious. They top the dish with crispy sweet onions. It's a mix of lentils and some other grain. Very good! One thing to mention generally is this place closes quite early, usually around 8 or 8:30 PM, so do keep it in mind. It is also very clearly a family endeavor, with the mom managing most of the tables and the kids always helping out. Very nice place!

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