Nice people. Extraordinary food. Close to the beach, but away from the noise…read more Stopped to eat before heading to the airport. The spicy ezme was a delicious start. My chicken wrap was a perfect lunch. I dipped my french fries in the ezme. Great idea. We ordered the Pasha Kebab with Lamb. It was tender and flavorful. The grilled eggplant sauce that it nestles in was amazing. Happy bellies. All the stars.

According to the owner, Marash is a city in Turkey known for its chefs, and looks like they were…read moreable to replicate it in Florida! Flavorful and fresh tasting, with friendly staff! The interior is clean and nicely decorated, with nice lamps along with clean tables and chairs. They also have outdoor seating through the breezeway. The staff were really friendly. The person who seemed to be the owner personally checked on us multiple times, and offered nice suggestions for entrees based on our tastes. The other servers as well were really nice too. My favorites of the entire meal were the manti (Turkish dumplings) and the chicken soup. The manti were small beef dumplings served in a delicious tangy yogurt sauce with some sort of spicy oil on top. They were very filling. The chicken soup was rich, with chicken, carrots, celery and parsley. It had a nice lemon note as well. The entrees - the kabab and the guvec - were hearty and had good flavor. The guvec was really hot (temp wise) because of the clay pot. Kunefe rounded out the meal. Could have used a bit more nuts but otherwise great. Great little spot for dinner!

Love the Lamb Shawarma I ordered from Zaatar Shawarma Falafel Station. This is my first time eating…read morea Shawarma and I can't believe I didn't try this sooner! Luckily, this restaurant is close by to where I live so it's not a long drive for me. I ordered it online and asked for a side of hummus on the side. They also sell Middle Eastern perfumes/fragrances and delicious Dubai chocolate as well! The next time I visit, I'm definitely ordering their Pistachio Baklava as well.

Food service and ambiance is very nice. Nice smiles and tasty food. Get you some shawarmas and…read moresweet treats.

The decor was beautiful - the focal point in the center of the room is a beautiful tree with the…read morebar surrounding it. There is a "balcony" area upstairs with beautiful chairs which gives an impression of people drinking their coffee outside after a long day. The brick oven they use to bake the pitas is out for all to see how they are freshly baked. The food was fresh and seasoned well. We thoroughly enjoyed everything we ordered- and we had a good selection. We ordered the hummus, Branzino, tabouleh, fattoush, cheese rolls, baba ganouj, labneh, makanek, kibbeh, zesty cauliflower, Sirocco salad, and the Sirocco grill. Giovanni was an awesome server - very patient, professional, and attentive. He cleared our table and brought us fresh cutlery and plates after our appetizers without us having to request it. Both my kids and my father (who is very particular when eating out) had a great experience.

​This is a beautiful, well-adorned restaurant that you might not even notice from the outside…read more Right from the start, the hostess greeted us with a pleasant smile. Once inside, you truly feel transported to Lebanon, complete with a gorgeous olive tree right in the middle of the restaurant over the bar. ​Our waiter, Khaled, is simply the best! He always has a big smile and is full of positive energy--we honestly need more people like him in this world. ​For food, the Lebanese cheese rolls were absolutely delicious and packed with cheese (they look a bit like Chinese spring rolls). I ordered the chicken piccata with risotto, which was seasoned beautifully. ​The ambiance here is wonderful. One of the family owners was also incredibly attentive, coming by to ensure we were well taken care of. It was such a nice touch and clearly shows how much they care about their customers having a great dining experience.

We've been hitting up Mediterranean restaurants like nobody's business on this leg of our spring…read morebreak, in part because of our proximity to many, and in part because my progeny and I are currently obsessed with babaganoush in its many variations. For this particular dinner, we were also focused on finding a truly vegetarian friendly restaurant where we could take our dear friends. Kabobji was a wonderful choice for vegetarians, omnivores, and carnivores alike. It's a large restaurant with plenty of booths and large tables for gathering with friends and family. Someone I suspect to be an owner was working hard alongside his wait staff and displayed a sense of genuine hospitality. Above all, the restaurant has a rock solid kitchen. The falafel ($13.99 / 5 pieces) here were ****STELLAR****!!! They're shaped like Indian medu vada (fried with a hole in the middle), probably for the same reason: to allow as much of the surface to fry to that perfect golden crisp as possible. And Kabobji's falafel were, in fact, awesomely crisp and well textured, made from soaked chickpeas in the traditional style, perfectly sized, nuanced and subtle in flavor -- some of the best we can remember having. (For reference, we love Nish Nush and Tanoreen for falafel in NYC -- and I think our neighborhood must be one of the major international epicenters for falafel.) Also excellent: the baba ghannouj ($10.99 for the small size), just a bit chunky, enriched with a lot of tahini, a moderate amount of garlic, a touch of lemon. This is how we like to make it at home. The vegetable ghallaba platter ($20.99) was simply made with thinly sliced onions and bell peppers, a small amount of zucchini, I think, and a touch of tomato. I would've loved to have had a spritz of lemon or sprinkle of sumac for a more acidic component, perhaps a little less onion. Note that this dish works better as a main course when accompanied by something protein-y like hummus, but it was pleasant to eat alongside our other orders. A convive, who went with the mixed shawarma platter ($27.99), found it to be a generous portion size and enjoyed it, especially with a side of well composed fattoush salad (+$5.99 to upgrade). Beef shish kebab ($14.99) and lamb shawarma ($15.99) wraps were both excellent and moist, a good balance of protein and vegetable. I didn't try them, but the "cheese pies" ($12.99) turned out to be pitas covered with a large amount of melty white cheese that some young children might enjoy as pizza. (Mine probably would've found them to be "too cheesy," but they're mutants.) They came three to an order. When you dine in, they bring a big basket of warm pita / pida to the table -- quite a generous touch!! I think it's house made and of course went beautifully with our food. Bottom line: GREAT FALAFEL! Great, low-key, family-friendly vibe. Good for vegetarians and non-vegs. Go.

Another incredible experience at Kaboji. The service is, as always, attentive and truly above and…read morebeyond, and the food never disappoints. Because we had a large group, we ordered two veggie mezzas for the table. They come with grape leaves, baba ghannouj, and hummus, which makes them perfect for sharing. And the unlimited pita bread is always a win. The salad, so refreshing. The Lebanese cheese rolls are also amazing. Some of us switched it up and tried the spicy fish, sautéed shrimp, and the mixed shawarma platter. No regrets. The fish was so flavorful and the perfect size. LollllpThe rest of us stuck to the kabobs and lamb, which are consistently a safe bet. The space is great too. The huge windows give you beautiful lighting, and they have seating for large parties that still feels more private. We'll definitely be back.

Went to La Vie and had a great experience. We went to this place randomly after wanting to try some…read moreauthentic Mediterranean food. The first thing we noticed, which was a bit unexpected, was the decor. The ambiance was really nice and inviting. This is the type of restaurant where someone could host a party. The service was really good too. We received water almost immediately after being seated, and our server came by shortly after. The manager stopped by throughout our visit to provide recommendations, and he was really nice. It made the experience feel more personal. For our appetizer, we ordered the Baba Ghannouj, which complemented the pita bread really well. It was our first time having it, and we did not know what to expect, but it was great. It was really flavorful, and we finished it wanting more. For our entrees, we had the Lamb Chops and the Seafood Tagine. The lamb chops were great. It was not a huge portion, but the meat was flavorful and cooked well. The presentation was also really nice. The Seafood Tagine looked great, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. Everything about the dish worked well together, and we felt that all the flavors complemented one another. There was a good harmony between the ingredients. For dessert, we ordered the Kunafa, which was another first for us. We had never had it before, but the description really sold us on it. It was really good. This is the kind of dessert that is best shared since it is a little heavy. Toward the end of our visit, a belly dancer came out to perform, and it was really exciting. La Vie is a great restaurant, and we will definitely return. We felt as though we got a true Mediterranean experience during our visit.

I went here on a double date and had a great time. Our waiter recommended a great Arab wine we'd…read morenever heard of before, chateau reserve gold, so that was nice to try. We started with batata harra and cheese bulak. Both were great! The potatoes in the batata harra were very well seasoned and flavorful. The cheese bulak was good but might be a little off putting if your not use to mintiness in your cheese. A belly dancer came out and went around to all the tables and really engaged with everyone. For our entrees we got chicken tagine and lamb chops. I must say the lamb chops were phenomenal. Perfectly seasoned and grilled to perfection. I definitely recommend getting them medium. All in all if you're looking for something different definitely go check it out!

Such a hidden gem!! Great service here, the cook came and…read moregave us our food. It's clean and tidy, comfortable and easy to understand the menu. I got the swarma bowl and the gyro's they are so good! 10/10 try it out after your target runs

WOW..Lebanese food…read more My wife loves mediterranean food so every chance we get to grab a bite makes her smile. I've seen this place a few times in the plaza but never could pronounce the name to remember it. The inside was extremely spacious and quiet. The lady working the register was friendly. Noticed the shawarma rotisserie skewers of beef & lamb glistening in the kitchen, but instead of getting the normal gyro, she wanted to try the fried falafel balls with hummus dip. They were ready in a few minutes and were very hot to the touch and larger than I thought. Took the balls togo and ate them in the car since it's the kinda food that is not too messy. Moist chickpeas on the inside with a a nice blast of herbs & spices coated by a crispy light brown shell. We both loved them. The gender assigned clean bathroom was ultra contemporary with marble walls and black onyx fixtures - great job!

This restaurant was excellent. The place was decorated uniquely and tastefully without being gaudy…read more The waiter was on top of everything. We ordered the platter for two and the food came out very quickly. Everything was expertly seasoned and was so much we took a box home with enough for a whole other meal. We had some tea as well and it was so tasty. I would come here every weekend if I didn't live 3 hours away. Honestly I might drive 3 hours for this fee food anyway. I don't think I can recommend this place enough.

Loved the food and the service was outstanding and the place was cozy , congratulationsread more

I came here with some friends for Happy Hour and absolutely had a blast. We were there from 5 PM to…read more8:30 PM and did not feel rushed. Even after paying, the staff continued to make sure we had water and asked if we needed anything else. This small gesture meant a lot. Sufrat has a great happy hour menu that ends at 6 PM. I tried the Moroccan Mojito, which was so refreshing. To eat, we tried the Shawarma Sushi and $1 chicken wing. The Shawarma Sushi name can be a bit misleading. It a wrap that was cut in form of sushi. It was good. I was hesitant about ordering chicken wings but I'm so glad we did because they were so delicious and crispy. They may have been the best chicken wing I've had. The service was excellent. I accidentally dropped my cocktail and they immediately cleaned it up and moved us to another clean table. I apologized for dropping it but not once did they made me feel bad about it. Instead, one of the staff stated it was an indication of having a great time. They also replaced my drink at no extra cost. A guy, who I assumed was the manager or owner, also passed by our table and ensured we were enjoying our time. Our server mistakenly brought me the wrong drink that I ordered, but I did not mind it because I actually loved the Moroccan Mojito and instead ordered another one. I also loved how they have copper cups because it makes water taste so much better. Their attention to small details like that makes the difference. Overall, I felt so welcomed and definitely have to return for more chicken wings.

The service was friendly and attentive, and the live music created a really nice atmosphere…read more The food was mostly very good. We ordered the beef kabobs, which were cooked perfectly and full of flavor. Unfortunately, the ribeye steak was a major disappointment. We ordered it medium well, but it came out extremely overcooked, dry, and tough, with hard charred pieces on the outside. It was clear that steak is probably not their specialty. That said, we would still recommend this restaurant for the atmosphere, service, and many of the other menu items -- just skip the steaks.