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.

It was ok. Expensive for the quality of food. Kabob was a little dry and smaller portions. Would…read moreget it if you're craving Persian food and nearby but better places out there for sure.

My wife and I visited Durham for a convention and stumbled upon Cafe Ferdosi. It was tucked away in…read morean area of business offices, where you wouldn't expect to find a restaurant. Despite its small size, the place was clean and comfortable, making it a great spot to relax. We ordered the Ghormeh Sabzi, which was absolutely incredible. The flavors were rich and authentic, and the dish was cooked to perfection. The chicken koobideh wrap was equally delicious, with tender chicken, fresh lettuce and tomato, and a flavorful sauce. The food was of exceptional quality and reasonably priced, making it a great value for money. It was the best Iranian food I've ever had in a restaurant. The servers at Cafe Ferdosi were incredibly courteous and polite, making our dining experience even more enjoyable. We had a fantastic time and highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great food experience.

First time here. Friendly staff and great service…read more Authentic Persian food. One of the best in North Carolina. Open a cafe in Charlotte!

Come within 2 hours of opening on a Sat/Sun for doner. Get the doner wrap or iskender (if you eat…read morea lot). It is the best doner around, just as good as what you get in Istanbul. They do run out of doner before dinner. The place is full at lunch, so come early. Delicious bread with a nice olive oil-based sauce is complimentary. They refill it, which is a very nice touch. Plenty of staff to take orders and clean. You will be in and out in an hour or less unless you need to wait for a table. Very impressive restaurant near downtown in Cary.

I came to Bosphorus on a Sunday evening for dinner with friends, and the restaurant was packed…read more Thankfully, we didn't have to wait too long for a table. The service was friendly, though it seemed like a team effort, so different staff members would take our order or bring out food instead of one dedicated server. That occasionally led to delays when we asked for refills or extra plates, and we usually had to repeat the request to our waitress later. For dinner, I shared the Kofta Kebab and Lahmacun with a friend, and the portion size was just enough for both of us to leave full. Unfortunately, parts of the kebab were burnt, so maybe we just caught them on an off night. Surprisingly, my favorite part of the meal was the warm pita bread they brought to the table. If you're looking to try Turkish food, Bosphorus is worth checking out, but I'd probably order different dishes next time or visit when it's a little less busy.

Oh my god sooooo good. This is one of those places you feel like you're actually in the country in…read moreEurope. Everyone was Turkish the food was ridiculously accurate and delicious. It's not the typical American get in and get out which was kind of nice. Next time we go, I'm going to get all MEZZE because they were also amazing looking and we only got a chance to get a couple. We loved Baha!!

We've been going to Talulla's for over 15 years and they never disappoint. The food is delicious…read moreand authentic. This family owned and operated restaurant is a must try if you haven't already been there.

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$.

Excellent food, service is friendly and quick!! Stop here every time we go to the mall.read more

Oh My -- Ate at my First Aladdin's Eatery twenty some years ago when a shop opened up in Dublin,…read moreOH. I was kinda annoyed because it had replaced a Dairy Queen I liked. But what first appeared as a Lebanese "health food, vegan, vegetarian" restaurant even though they had some meat dishes -- turned into one of the favorite restaurants of my life! Their hummus, pitas (light and fluffy but not overy thick), hot sauce, shawarma, salads, kibi, lamb plate, soups (V9 rules) all became things I craved for the next twenty years. And the desserts! I think they made up for all the "healthy" stuff by having freshly made cakes to indulge after a good meal. Thank goodness they had franchises in Cleveland (where I visit my mother) -- when I had moved away from one I could get my fix there. But while in Columbus area, Dublin restaurant closed and I went to the one in Grandview quite a bit. I have been back in North Carolina for 12 years now. On a day trip to Raleigh, I stopped by the store at Brier Creek (8201 Brier Creek Pkwy #107) OH MY! It has been a while (I think I need to go visit my mother! ) Had my lunch staple. shawarma salad with Aladdin's dressing (they used to have a zesty tomato back in the day that was really good) a small hummus and HOT SAUCE! I am so glad the south is staring to get the grand taste of Aladdin's Eatery! Like I told the owner -- From the first day I tasted any meal to yesterday, the meals and food are consistent -- if you go back in time, they would be prepared and taste the same -- like Heaven, mother's milk! Now Lebanese, middle eastern may not be for everyone but if you want a good healthy salad or some great soup, I am sure you can find something here.. but you will miss out on the spices and flavors! I think the main thing about Aladdin's besides stellar food and consistency is the people! I have not met an owner, server, host that was not friendly, courteous, gracious and human! These folks are great! And just like the food has been so since day one! I wish all restaurants and business could be like Aladdin's, the world would be a better place -- after my meal yesterday, I am refueled and ready to go in body and spirit! Thanks for the lifetime of great meals, see you soon!

Good food, great service, but one thing stood out: I was recommended a wine over the one I chose…read more It was offered as "more authentic to match the food, same price." It wasn't good - I didn't appreciate being pushed old inventory that had started moving toward the "vinegar" stage. This doesn't deter me from going back - the food is great! - but I will be more careful.

Been here twice. The food is excellent. They actually don't…read moreover cook the chicken. Salad has been fresh. Good service.

It took me way too long to come back to this Mediterranean restaurant…read more The set up is still the same. I went at an "off" time between lunch and dinner so there was no one else there, but several people came in for take out. There was nice music playing in the background that I enjoyed. I got a lamb kabob with rice and salad and a pita. It was served quickly and was hot when I received it...literally just off the grill. Lamb is hard to get right but these guys really hit the spot. It was full of flavor and spiced just right. The salad and dressing were fresh . I'm glad I stopped here and will not take so long to return again.

Food was very average. Ambiance and location nothing to speak about. Surprised that this restaurant…read morereceived the kind of ratings that it did. Disappointed.

A friend and I sat at the bar and had one of the most surprising and delightful meals I've had in a…read morelong time. After the fine cocktails, my favorite was the North Carolina heirloom tomatoes with salt cured blueberries and Labneh crème. I can't stop thinking about it and wishing tomato season would go on forever. Everything was amazing -- start to finish-- and Robin made it fun to sit at the bar. Can't wait to go back.

Everything here! From the food, to the service, to the atmosphere is outstanding. It has a warm,…read moreinviting feel that makes you want to stay awhile. Highly recommend giving it a try!

This was a major disappointment. We'd been here once before for some friends' wedding celebration…read moreand thought the banquet/catering food was pretty good so decided to add it to the list to come back and check out their regular menu. Place was EMPTY on a Thurs at 6pm. Service was truly bad....like we had to get up after being seated for 15 minutes and ask the hostess if we could get a server to help us....in an empty restaurant. 40 minutes after being seated, we got our food. The food was just bad with the exception of the flatbread I ordered that was pretty tasty. My husband had the falafel and veggies and was given horrendously over seasoned and tough falafel with super under seasoned and undercooked veggies (like chunks of raw carrot). The other sides we ordered were a flavorless Fatoush salad and very mid rice. We never got the pita that was offered to us and after the second reminder, we just gave up on that. We tried it. Won't be back. There are WAY better options in the area for dinner.

My family and I had an amazing experience and meal! Omar was so sweet and accommodating! You can…read moretell the staff was genuinely happy to serve us. I got the gyro and it was so authentically amazing. Seriously, this is the best gyro in the area! I am so excited to come back!

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.