My wife and I recently visited Mir Mediterranean Restaurant, and everything we ordered was…read moreabsolutely delicious. We started with the cold appetizer platter, which was served with fresh bread that was perfect for dipping. The baba ghanouj and tzatziki were especially flavorful and delicious. The hummus was good as well, though it does contain cumin, so keep that in mind if you're not a fan. The platter included one spicy dip, but the staff were very accommodating and happily substituted it with a mixed eggplant salad, which was excellent. For our entrées, we ordered the chicken shish kebab plate and lahmacun. The chicken was incredibly tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The plate came with rice, a fresh salad with a wonderful pomegranate molasses flavor, and fire-roasted tomatoes and jalapeños. The rice was also very good. The lahmacun was outstanding--served in three pieces, making it perfect for sharing, and accompanied by fresh vegetables including tomatoes, greens, onions, and parsley. For dessert, we enjoyed the Turkish rice pudding and Turkish coffee. The rice pudding was sweet, refreshing, and served cold, exactly as it should be. The food, service, and overall experience were excellent. Everything we tried was flavorful and well-prepared, and my wife and I will definitely be coming back again.

Stopped by for dinner! Tucked away in the small neighborhood of Wansacka is this amazing…read morerestaurant. Operated by Mr. Namek, the service is great. Drink menu is good. The lamb chops is cooked to perfection. I enjoyed the service food and clean establishment. Be back again if I ever visit Rhode Island!

I can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet!…read more I used to live right up the street so I went here all the time- my favorite thing being the chicken shawarma that came with delicious fries, pickles, and garlic sauce. I also love the fattoush salad- so flavorful! All of the meats (kaza maza mix), rice, hummus, mutabal, etc. were absolutely fantastic...this place was perfect for a feast. The interior is nice and cozy but I always got takeout- pro tip: order ahead and give ample time for your order. Parking is limited as well, but service was always friendly- highly recommend if you are in the area...or even if you are not!

They tried to serve my 15-year-old son a huge glass of Corona rimmed with about three ounces of…read moresalt, and then insisted that was what he had ordered. Okay, fine. No big deal. I ordered a falafel platter and got a hummus platter. Okay, fine. I'll just eat that. They forgot literally every single thing my daughter had ordered--from the drink to the meal--essentially not even realizing she was there. Weird at best. And then the waitress tried to persuade me to pay her in cash. There was a screaming baby around the corner, surrounded by people smoking hookahs. The owner kept begging me to come join them, but it just didn't feel right at the time. He really, really wanted me to smoke. And I'm not sure why. I liked the Whitney Houston "I'm Your Baby Tonight" poster by the handwashing station. And the beef shawarma was okay, I guess.

The food was good, I got a spicy chicken bowel with rice and tons of fixings. The service was…read moregreat, helped with my choices. The place has a chill atmosphere. Will be back.

I love me some Cava, unfortunately this location was having a rough night to say the least…read more Line missing some of the basics from crazy feta, cucumbers, chicken extremely dried out. Line was cluttered and dirty overall. First crew member was friendly and genuinely apologetic for being out of items on the line (would have been a one star review otherwise). Second crew member was simply pushing people through not even thanking customers for their order when ringing out. Dining area was dirty, I took the last napkin in all of the dispensers. Tables were sticky and trash cans were overflowing. Even after small rush and everyone cleared out no one cleaned tables, took out trash or restocked. Plus didn't even get a pita for my bowl. Will likely use other Cava location in the future. Hopefully just an off night, diners beware!

This is a cute fast food joint that serves great Syrian cuisine. The place has about four tables…read morebut it's too tight. It's great for a party of a bunch of hungry dudes. The chicken shawarma , while not authentic, it is very tasty. The great thing js nothing is spicy here by default. You can ask for hot sauces. The wraps are really good. The people are so pleasant and welcoming. I would definitely come back again. A notice, a chicken shawarma sandwich is made of chicken meat garlic sauce pickles and you could add pomegranate molasses. That is the authentic way.

We are falafel connoisseurs, so once I read the reviews, I knew we had to try this place. I don't…read moreknow if the food, freshness, generosity, or service was my favorite part! The falafel was very crispy and hot, and everything in the large pita was flavorful and not an afterthought or filler. The service was extremely warm and friendly - it made our day. We ended up eating at a small table and enjoying the complimentary coffee and tea, along with some lovely conversation. We left with full bellies and a plan to return soon! Definitely eat at this place.

I really enjoyed chatting with the owner of this business. It's so important to support our local,…read moresmall businesses. She was so sweet. The food was absolutely delicious. You knew that it was fresh, and that someone really cared. There's plenty of seating for a quick lunch, super casual. I had a falafel burger with some Cajun seasoned fries. It was super tasty. The owner mentioned that she does some soul food on the weekends, and I am hyped up to try it out!

Staff were very nice , service was accurate. It's a small business owner. Lots is space inside for…read moreseating. The food is always delicious.

Walking up to Federal Hill from downtown felt a bit sketchy but it was well worth the slightly…read morescary trip up. Once on Atwells Ave, we took a nice slow stroll to check out the restaurants and shops along the way. There are so many places to eat and not all of it is Italian themed, so if you like variety or aren't in the mood, there is something for you. There are quite a few parks and places to sit outside for free. DePasquale Square is a nice place to hang out, even if you're not eating at one of the restaurants. There is a lot of outdoor art work, like murals and sculptures to look at. Overall, a great place to visit while in Providence.

Federal Hill located in Providence, Rhode Island was ranked among the Top 5 Little Italy…read moreneighborhoods in the country along with Boston, San Diego, New York, and Philadelphia. Among all the restaurants, bakeries, and shops on Atwells Avenue, there is a fountain in DePasquale Square and parks. If you're not in the mood for Italian, you can also enjoy delicious Chinese, Thai, Mediterranean, Mexican, Middle Eastern, Lebanese, Caribbean, and Cuban food. Federal Hill has festivals, strolls and special events planned throughout the year. One of those festivals that I've attended a few times is the Columbus Day Festival during Columbus Day Weekend. The Federal Hill Commerce Association welcomes sponsors and vendors for the festival. There is live entertainment in various locations along the avenue and vendors from Federal Hill and from neighboring towns. Also, on Saturdays in the summer from 5 p.m.-12 a.m., restaurant seating expands onto the street called Al Fresco on the Hill. I also did the Crime and Cuisine on Federal Hill hosted by Providence Tour Company. The tour stops at restaurants in Federal Hill and talks about some historic characters who dabbled on the wrong side of the law. Federal Hill is definitely worth a visit.

Friendly staff and excellent food. We came here for lunch. They gave me a sample and I ordered the…read morecombo 3 protein. It was delicious!

Today was the first time that I came in. The woman working the counter was really nice. She told me…read moreabout how they make the falafel homemade and the empanadas. She makes all the sauces and explained to me the different heats in each one and suggested which one would go well on my wrap. Really fresh good food, and good service.

Being in a pizza community group means I'm always craving pizza…read more Living on the north end of Providence, I have my fair share of choices. But there was one spot nearby I hadn't been to since November and it was high time I went back. That place is Zesty bites. They're located on that last stretch of Smith St before you cross over in North Providence. I always manage to find street parking in the front but there's more around the corner as well. Imad was in there cranking out a HUGE catering order! There were covered pans everywhere, ready and waiting for the client to come and pick up. But that didn't stop Imad from taking a moment to shake my hand and ask how I was doing lately. I didn't want to take up much of his time as his Friday night was just kicking off but he is genuinely a warm and friendly person, you can't help but smile when he smiles. I took home a Pesty Chicken, house pesto with turkey bacon, onions and chicken, plus a hefty slice of his gorgeous baklava. After my 5 minute drive home I got to it immediately. The pesto is herbaceous, salty from the Parmesan. The turkey bacon is not what you find Butterball making but rather, this was of a much higher quality and was an actual piece of sliced meat instead of a formed amalgamation of ground turkey. All of those ingredients sang while being supported by the incredible crust. I don't quite know how to describe it. It's light, fluffy, but crispy. Crunching into the crust scratched a part of my brain I didn't know needed it until I bit into this little slice of heaven! The baklava looked as good as it tasted. Sweet, spiced, and it had this deep flavor I can't quite put my finger on but it's probably top 3 best I've ever had. If you haven't visited Imad and his shop up over on Smith Hill, then you are missing out on a unique and delicious experience. 10/10, great pizza. Great food all around, no matter what you get you'll love it!

Last year during the RI FOOD FIGHTS Lord of the Pies event, we stumbled into Zesty Bites and found…read moresomething special that stuck with all of us. Imad runs this small spot in Providence where incredible Lebanese food and pizza coexist. His pizza has that perfect char on the crust, brilliantly simple sauce, and genuine hospitality that feels completely natural, not performed. So when this year's competition rolled around, I came back. Twenty-four places into this month's pizza marathon, we needed to know if Zesty Bites was a one-time thing or if Imad's really doing what I thought he was doing. Turns out, he is. Of course he is. The crust still delivers. Crunchy exterior, chewy interior. Imad's dough artistry hasn't changed. His sauce is fresh and flavorful, built from simple, super fresh ingredients that deliver big taste. No tricks. High quality cheese and pepperoni blend together for a pie that just delivers a little bit of magic to your mouth. Same five tables. Same warm welcome. Imad's still treating customers like they are family who just walked in, not like he's checking boxes. After twenty-four stops this month, you start noticing which places coast and which ones stay consistent. Zesty Bites is consistent. No drop-off. No shortcuts. Just the same great pizza Imad was making a year ago. That's a lot harder than it sounds.