I love their food and service; their kababs and stews are delicious, and the staff is very friendly…read moreand courteous. Nice selection of different types of kebabs, stews, and a special herby veggie noodle soup. I recommend this place.

Flame Kabob reliably hits the spot every time. We got the Koobideh chicken kabob and the lamb kabob…read morewith lentil rice. You have to get their house hot sauce--it elevates the dish immediately. I do wish there were more veggies compared to the rice portion, but you can also get a double skewer for a reasonable price. The meat is beautifully cooked and spice, never dry. I haven't tried their stews yet, but they're next on the list. I'll definitely be going back for more. Service is quick, and they don't rush you out, which I appreciate. The ambience is great for a casual gathering and has that true family-business feel.

"Delicious Persian food in North Durham"…read more Came here on a Friday at 5:45pm-- note they close at 6:30pm, so come early! It's a bit "off the beaten path", so be sure to use navigation to get there. The space inside had maybe 7 tables and was brightly lit with soft Persian music playing. You can order takeout at the counter or be seated to dine in. My partner and I dined in. We ordered the borani (eggplant/ yogurt/ garlic) appetizer. I got the vaziri combo, which came with koobideh (beef + lamb) and joojeh (chicken on a skewer) and tomato rice. My partner got the Kookoo Sabzi wrap-- veggie frittata with other bits. We each got drinks too-- she got the fancy lemonade and I got the ginger soda. Food came out in maybe just over 10 minutes. ABSOLUTELY SCRUMPTIOUS. The borani was good especially if you like garlic-- kind of like a combo of baba ghanouj and tzatziki sauce in a way. My vaziri combo was CRAZY good. The beef + lamb tasted like super soft gyros meat that was thick and melted in your mouth (or under your fork). The chicken joojeh flavor was perfect with saffron and yogurt mixed into it. Even the tomato rice was amazing-- super flavorful and spicy, with some "crispy bits" in it, reminiscent of the edges of a great paella. It also came with a small side of torshi that was yummy (cabbage, olive, and onions). My partner was also happy with her frittata, and the drinks were good, though I think the lemonade was the better of the two. What also impressed me was how kind the server was. He asked our names, and I noticed him greeting other customers as they came in by name, as though he remembered them from past visits. He was very kind and welcomed us warmly, checked on us as we ate, and gave advice on dishes as we asked. Definitely a "small family restaurant" feel. Cost-- it's not cheap, but the quality is EXCELLENT, so I say worth every penny. Overall, we loved this place. As we finished, we both said "We'll definitely be coming back." Fully plan to, and I recommend it to anyone to try.

We happened to be in North Durham on an errand and decided to give this spot a try. It's tucked at…read morethe back of an office park, inside a shared meeting center, and we arrived right as they were opening for lunch on a Saturday. Parking was easy. The space itself is small but welcoming and nicely decorated. We ordered: 1 salted yogurt drink 1 Persian teapot 1 Borani dip 1 Joojeh (double) 1 Vaziri Total was $62 plus tax and tip. The Borani dip was the standout of the meal, roasted, smoked eggplant with garlic and yogurt. If you know baba ghanooj, it's in that family but with its own flavor profile. I had the double Joojeh, grilled boneless chicken breast in a lovely marinade, served with Persian rice. It was delicious. The Vaziri included a single Joojeh along with a single beef-and-lamb Koobideh, also with Persian rice. That was delicious as well. Everything is made in house including the delicious desserts. This is a family-run place with the parents cooking and their sons handling service. The boys were sweet, the service was warm and personable, and overall the experience was excellent.

Absolutely incredible flavors from the heart of Turkey. We walked in at 3:15 pm on a Thursday…read moreafternoon for an early dinner before we went to the Chinese Lantern event, We were greeted warmly by the host and seated at a comfortable table. Our server was so gracious and brought us delicious warm bread and a dipping sauce that exceeded all others. Our order was placed and we loved the shrimp appetizer and lamb grilled entree. The flavors out of this kitchen are authentic and flavorful. We will return many times for the great service and fabulous flavors!

I recently ate at Bosphorous and overall it was a decent experience. The staff was friendly and…read morewelcoming, and the food was really good. The chicken shish kabob and lamb kabob were both flavorful and cooked well. Those were definitely the highlights of the meal. The disappointing part was that they were already out of the Doner plate by 2:30 p.m., even though we came for dinner service. It was frustrating because that's one of the main dishes people go there for. What really stopped me from giving this place a higher rating was the condition of the men's bathroom. It was pretty gross, with visible mold and a wet towel on the floor that looked like it was there because of a leaking toilet. A lot of people say the bathroom reflects how clean the restaurant is overall, and honestly that crossed my mind while eating there. The food and service were good, but the restaurant really needs to improve the cleanliness and do a better job keeping popular menu items available.

Amazing food and amazing, friendly service! The smoked eggplant appetizer, the lamb shank entree,…read moreand the desserts were all to die for!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

Very pretty restaurant, would definitely recommend sitting in one of those booths by the window if…read moreyou can. Bread is AMAZING, I got the yogurt kabab dish, very well spiced and flavorful. Would come again, baklava is solid as well!

I work at the Chic fil a in the food court of crabtree and always get this on break. All the…read moreservers are nice and i like the food. My go to is half sweet half spicy rice, Chic pea soup and chopped chicken. It usually comes out right around 12$.

He's Iranian so he knows the food. I warned him it wasn't authentic Persian food and he had to see…read moreit for himself. The Koobideh was ok. Wasn't good and wasn't terrible. The Barg or beef chunks were inedible. The chicken was decent. The Napoleon was delicious. All in all the food wasn't great but acceptable for a quick eat. Neither of us would go there on purpose unless we are in the area and needed something quickly. Friendly staff. I don't think they are Persian or Iranian. They could be Parsi but I don't think they were.

Fantastic service, Jacob was a delight. They have the best falafel in the triangle…read more Also, to anyone who has gluten sensitivities, this is the place for you. The gluten free selection is excellent. They usually have a cheese cake or two that is fully gluten free.

We tried Aladdin's Eatery on a beautiful Tuesday night before seeing a movie at the nearby Regal…read moreTheater. We were seated right away and Montana was our server, he was awesome! We love Shawarma, so she ordered the chicken shawarma wrap and I ordered beef shawarma plate. It took longer than we expected to get our food, so we asked Montana to have it packaged to go. There weren't many patrons in the restaurant at the time, and most had already had their meals when we arrived. We were able to get our food within a few minutes after asking for it to go and letting them know we had a movie to go to. We did get a chance to eat some of our food before rushing over to the theater. The beef was seasoned well and tender. The lemon garlic sauce was so good. The rice and vegetables were plentiful, plenty of chickpeas. It wasn't exactly what I was expecting, but I did enjoy it. My daughter gave the Chicken wrap a 7 out of 10. There were some patrons dining in and several pick up orders during the hour we were there. I'd definitely go back and try some of the other menu options.

This spot is solid. If you're looking for food that's delicious, fresh, and won't make you question…read moreyour life choices afterward, this is the place. The quality and portions are excellent--no skimpy skewers, no mystery meat. It genuinely reminds me of the Persian and Afghani kebab shops in Northern Virginia that know their way around a charcoal grill. Everything tastes clean, well-seasoned, and cooked with intention. A couple of small suggestions (because nothing is perfect): I'd love to see a wider variety of sauces for the kebabs, and personally, I'd prefer a larger piece of taftoon bread instead of the pita slices. That said--credit where it's due--the pita tastes fresh and not like it was pulled straight from a plastic bag, which already puts them ahead of most places. Bottom line: this is the best kebab spot I've found in the area, hands down. Highly recommend--and yes, I'll absolutely be back.

After enjoying Baba Ghannouj Mediterranean Bistro in Cary last week, my girl & I decided to explore…read moreanother kebab/gyro restaurant in Cary, so we went to Kebab Skewer & dined in on a Saturday night. This is located close to Milklab, which I also reviewed here on Yelp. My girl ordered a gyro wrap, then the young adult cashier asked if we wanted to add fries & drink for additional $3+. She asked if she can swap the fries for another side: baba ghannouj, our favorite Mediterranean side dish, and the cashier said she can. The menu overhead is clear, so we didn't have trouble deciding what to order. I ordered the Kebab Platter - Double Skewer that comes with salad, rice, a tiny cup of tzatziki, a tiny cup of salad dressing, and pita bread. Platter costs $15.99 + additional $1.99 because I chose lamb kebab. We also ordered the 4-piece falafel & a lamb kofta skewer. Total cost was about $50+. As always, we tried each other's foods, split the falafel & lamb kofta. The lamb gyro wrap was delicious with fresh meat, lettuce, tomatoes, and tzatziki sauce. The few bites I had of the gyro were pure bliss; part of me wish I ordered a gyro wrap too, but I wanted us to have different orders. The baba ghannouj that came with her gyro was excellent unlike what we tried from Baba Ghannouj Mediterranean Bistro (BGM Bistro). The texture of the mashed eggplant and mix of spices were perfect, and the amount was good enough for the 2 of us to share. I also enjoyed my double skewer lamb kebab platter. The salad was fresh, the basmati rice wasn't as sopisticated as other spiced varieties but it went well with the lamb kebab, fresh from the grill. However, for an $18+ meal, wish it included another small side like baba ghannouj. BGM Bistro's platters let you choose 2 sides along with the rice and salad for about the same price, so you get more value there but the baba ghannouj tastes better here. Falafel is a good-tasting side, about the same quality as BGM Bistro's. It comes with tahini sauce. The lamb kofta skewer, which looks like a sausage, was well-spiced and went well with tzatziki. Our orders were served in less than 12 min, and we had to pick up our trays at the front when they were ready instead of bringing to our table. It looks like this is the kind of place that's better for take out than dine in as the ambiance isn't inviting. There was one area where the floor was left uncleaned and the dull illumination of the fluorescent lights inside doesn't make this restaurant ideal for a romantic date. We were somewhat satisfied with our dinner with the gyro and baba ghannouj being the highlights. Lamb kebab & lamb kofta tasted good but I don't think the whole platter is worth $18+. We might alternate BGM Bistro & this as each has their own pros & cons. Or we might explore another we haven't tried before.

Great Mediterranean spot in Raleigh. Great ambiance for a quiet date or small group dinner. We got…read morethe Ajja platter mezze dip. The hummus and zaatar oil were great. I'm not a big fan of the whipped feta so I would avoid next time. We got a salad and the lamb seekh for the main course and I would recommend both. Service was good.

Literally such a cute place! The decor and atmosphere of the restaurant is perfect for a date night…read moreor catching up with friends. It's a small plate layout setup , so we split everything. My friend is a vegetarian and I appreciated the amount of vegetarian friendly options on the menu. We started with the eggplant ezme, I dont recommend. It tasted like a bland salsa. We also ordered the fried halloumi, late spring salad, and charred cabbage and broccoli. The halloumi was delicious, the grape compote was the perfect pairing for the cheese. The charred broccoli and cabbage was a nice balance of crunch and flavor.

Went to lunch here on a weekday. The restaurant wasn't crowded which allowed for great…read moreconversation with friends. Our waiter was super attentive. Food was delivered pretty quickly. The Phoenician Caesar Salad was amazing! My colleague also loved her sampler. And to add to the great dining experience, the restaurant was beautifully decorated for the holidays too!

Easily booked for dinner same day on a holiday Monday and had a great meal here. I tried:…read more + Baba ghanouj + mouhamra + feta cheese dip + Chicken artichoke pizette + kibbee nayyeh + chicken shwarma + Baklava + Chocolate torte Highlights were the baba ghanouj and pizette. Also really liked the chicken shawarma. Baklava was good, too. Only miss was the beef tartare - wouldn't get that again. 4.5 stars.

Food is always tasty and wait isn't long whenever I come in, seriously recommend trying this place…read moreout!!!

I stopped in here for a quick lunch after shopping. I ordered their chicken shawarma and grape…read moreleaves combo with a drink. The shawarma is very different than what I'm used to in Michigan, but it was delicious and packed with chicken. The grape leaves were good and the tea was nice and strong. The guys working were very friendly. I will definitely stop here again.