The hookah tasted amazing and was very well made. The drinks were good too, simple and effective, but serving them in plastic cups took away a bit from the upscale vibe they seem to be going for. We also got hot tea, which had a nice presentation. The music was poppin and fun, creating a great atmosphere, and the staff was helpful throughout the night. Only downside was there were just two bathrooms, which wasn't ideal. Overall, still a fun spot with great hookah and good energy. read more

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I love sitting outside here! The food is delicious! We always order so many dishes! Great for people watching also!

I was in a sense scammed and overcharged. Staffs are bunch of liars. FYI i have visited their other location on delmar loop too and had the exact same experience. To summarize. Me and a friend 2 of us went for dinner. Food was tasty but there was a hidden gratuity which we didnt notice. For our first visit we added additional tip in cash on top of 20% gratuity they added. Second visit : they added 20% gratuity again for a table of two without prior informing us. We paid without checking. While leaving i asked the bartender(white lady) if its what they do everywhere. She told me they include 18% gratuity even for one person. So i walked away but when i checked their menu online it says 18% gratuity for table of 5 or more in my case it was 20% for 2 people. I believe because we were brown skinned they just thought bad tipper or whatever but still wither its prejudice or scam. I declined paper receipt option or else i would've posted it here. Absolutely horrible experience. I have few complaints about the food and how they are always out of desserts but i will leave that for someone else to write about. read more

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Food is fine, ,but I'm disturbed by the sly gratuity issues I've seen mentioned. The menu plainly states (in small print at the bottom) that they do add an 18% to parties 5 and up. This is reasonable, but hearing that this policy is to add a 20% (not 18%) tip to everyone's bill despite the number of diners without disclosing that this will happen before guests order is disturbing. I'll be going elsewhere. There are other very good options for mediterranean food that practice honest and ethical communication. I'll take my business to those places. read more

Ranoush - "We add 20% tip to parties of 5 and up" disclaimer. - Hookah Bars Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Was my first time coming here and am glad I came. The vibe was really nice. We came on a Monday night and were seated right away, didn't seem busy at all. Our orders were taken quickly and the food came out quickly as well. We got an app of fries and shared a plate of chicken. The portions were very big and that was enough for the two of us to share and be filled. The food tasted nice and came out looking really good. Again, the portions were nice and big. Our waiter was nice. They did change the music abruptly a couple times but we didn't mind too much. read more

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We had gone out for dinner on a Sunday evening and there was only 1 waiter working the afternoon. It took forever to order but we received all our food hot and ready after placing our order. Highly recommend the kibbeh, it is very yummy and reminded me of Cuban croquetta. The restaurant itself wasn't too busy, just a group or 2 smoking hookah in the lounge area. Once we were ready to pay, we got charged an automatic gratuity of almost $13... when my partner pointed this out I thought that the 2nd waiter who came into work later that evening and was closing us out had made a mistake (you'd usually see an automatic gratuity being charged to parties bigger of 5 or 6 people). She stated that this was not the case and that restaurant had been doing this for a while now... I've been to Ranoush multiple times to both the CWE and the Loop location and this is the 1st time I hear of this. This new initiative wasn't even mentioned prior to ordering or stated anywhere on the menu. I even questioned the waiter if the automatic gratuity would be charged for appetizers and they said yes. Great food and ambience but very pricey food and a very pricey forceful tip. read more

Ranoush - Chicken Shawrma and Kibbeh - Hookah Bars Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Ranoush in the CWE is back and better than ever! After temporarily closing due to a fire, this Central West End gem has fully reopened with a stunning renovation. The new bar, lounge, furniture, and restrooms are fresh, modern, and luxurious, while still keeping the Middle Eastern charm that makes Ranoush so special. The decor perfectly captures a Middle East meets Versace vibe--black and gold everywhere with dim lighting while maintained an inviting feel.The outdoor seating is perfect for a relaxed evening, and the hookah service--available both indoors and outdoors--adds an extra layer of authenticity and fun to the experience. The food is just as incredible as ever. The hummus is silky smooth and paired with fresh, soft pita that's simply addictive. The chicken shawarma is a personal favorite--juicy, perfectly seasoned, and served with rice & a side salad (or Arabic fries if you want a little upgrade). Ranoush offers top-notch service with a friendly and attentive staff who make every guest feel welcome. Whether you're here for dinner, drinks, or hookah, the newly renovated space and incredible menu make it better than ever. read more

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Genuinely love coming here after a long night out because this is one of the only places whose kitchen stays open late. They have a vast menu with options for every dietary restriction, the music is fantastic, drinks are reasonably priced and bartenders/ servers and attentive. They have hookahs, so if you're sensitive to that please don't come. Whenever I go I get the vegetarian platter, which is good, although I will say I've never had falafel that tasted quite like this one. I'm not sure if it's been processed or what... it has a peculiar taste to it. It is as still delicious nonetheless. read more

Ranoush - Vegetarian platter, 12 Hands Cabernet - Hookah Bars Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Wonderful vegan options. Delicious food. Attentive service! We walked in and were seated immediately!

I have been to the location on Delmar several times, but saw this new location in CWE had opened and decided to give it a try. Two friends and I went on a weekend night and decided to sit outside which wasn't too busy. They were out of mint for a mojito which is one of the 4 drinks they offer on the menu that have also been the same 4 drinks since I started going here... but not a big deal I'll order something else. However, it seemed our server couldn't really make any other cocktails as they were either out of it or don't carry something even though there looked to be a very full bar inside. Anyway we mostly just ordered a liquor and a juice or soda because of this, to which our server replied that we were ordering dive bar drinks .... My one friend also waited almost 10 minutes for her drink that was wrong even though it was just a "dive bar drink." The vibe was kind of weird after that and our server disappeared after we got our hookah (which was underwhelming). I originally had wanted to order food as well but decided not to by the way the experience was going. We waited to see if our server would come back out to get the bill but she was no where to be found we had to ask the door man to track her down for us. Finally a bill and an included 20% gratuity which I guess I didn't see on the menu. I can understand why some places do that, but then the service should at least be up to par to reflect that. Definitely disappointing as I love the location in the loop and have never had any issues there read more

The service at this place was absolutely horrible from start to finish. There was no real DJ at all just YouTube playing the same recycled STL songs on repeat all night. It completely ruined the vibe and felt cheap and unprofessional. To make matters worse, the tall, large male waiter was rude, disrespectful, and nasty in the way he spoke to us. Customer service was basically nonexistent. We were barely checked on, had to wait long periods for service, and felt completely ignored. On top of that, the drinks tasted watered down the liquor is clearly cut or extremely diluted, which is unacceptable, especially for the prices they charge. We felt scammed and disrespected as paying customers. Overall, this was a terrible experience. Poor music, horrible service, rude staff, watered down drinks, and zero professionalism. Save your money and go somewhere that actually values their customers! CUT LIQUOR BEWARE!! read more

My friend and I both had the chicken shawarma arabi. It was delicious but a little dry. The accompanying fries stole the show--they arrived hot and crispy. Entree portions were generous. My friend enjoyed the batata harra and the tahini sauce. We went on a Friday evening and were one of only a few occupied tables. read more

Order: Hookah Blue Mist flavor (blueberry & Honey) Pros: the hookah flavor was ok lol Cons: They barely had any liquor. No jack, no bourbon, etc. they did have crown peach and apple though. read more

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So expensive for hooka and not my favorite atmosphere so dark inside , service is good

Got this for my husband and I for dinner to go and had such a tasty and delicious experience. Their hummus is so unique but in a really delicious way. I am not as big of a fan of tabbouli as my husband but I loved the salad that came with the chicken platter. the meat was PERFECTLY SEASONED and COOKED. Will definitely be returning. read more

Ranoush - Chicken kebab plate, Tabbouleh Mezza and Hummus Mezza - Hookah Bars Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Food was okay, a little too dry for my taste, and also on the pricey side for what it is. Loved the atmosphere tho. We mainly came here for the hookah, I don't smoke, but my friends said the hookah was good. read more

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With the weather taking a turn for the better (not sweltering), we decided to walk down to Levant and sit on their patio. Levant is a Syrian restaurant and is in the former space of Kopperman's. Their bartender made me a wonderful margarita. Our server was great at recommending some dishes. In a previous review by someone, hookah was mentioned. There were no hookahs in sight (and no smoke smell) so I am seriously wondering if this person was actually there. We could not decide between the hummus or the chicken wings for an appetizer. When we asked our server what was best, we were informed that they did not have any chicken wings. Hummus it is. Served with pita bread it was quite tasty. For dinner he ordered the chicken molokhiya and I got the beef molokhiya. Both chicken and beef were pounded thin and was good. The dishes came with potatoes and a cucumber, tomato and onion salsa with mint. There were two desserts listed on the menu and when we ordered one, again we were told that they no longer served it. With just one dessert on the menu and Jeni's across the street, it was a no brainer. Would I come back here? Yes, because I would like to try another one of their dishes. And that's the way it is. read more

This was a great dinner. The Lamp chops and kabobs were superb. My bae noshed on the lamb chops. We are never disappointed when we dine here We have tried other variations of middle eastern cuisine. Ranoush is still far out favorite. The staff was nice and friendly as well. We dined outside due to Covid restrictions but the heating poles that were aligned in area made it quite comfortable. The live music being played at tte other restaurant was a great bonus. We truly e enjoyed it. We will definitely return. read more

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Wow! Critics might complain the walls need fresh paint, but the dive aspect I forced myself to ignore and focused on the food. Excellent place! read more

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All round great ethnic place for real deal Syrian food and vibes. From the venue, decor, music and the food. This place is a hidden gem in the CWE. Ahmad is the man and he has made several consistently unique delicious meals when I have come in solo or with groups. The VIP area is awesome so try and nab that with friends. The mixed grill plate is the best thing on the menu in my opinion but nothing is bad either. The Sapanikh is a sleeper that many do not think would be that good by oh my is it ever! The Jareer salad is super refreshing and complements any entree they have. Good portions and great prices and awesome service. read more

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Extremely disappointed with our dinner delivery last night. I frequent their Delmar location quite a bit and always have a hearty meal, but we ordered from them late last night and the food certainly wasn't upto mark. 2 stars only because the batata hara. But the lamb entree was very undercooked and dry, the chicken Shawarma lacked flavor and the labneh's consistency was completely off. Did not have enough cucumber or spice. Will not order from here again :( read more

The kitchen is a little slow (not sure if this is due to the food just taking longer than I expected to cook, a large amount of take orders (if they do these?), or something else, but it's worth the wait. The falafel is crisp on the outside and fluffy and light on the inside. Meats are cooked perfectly. Everything is seasoned well: not too salty or oily. The wine list is not huge, but heavy on West coast wineries, which was much to my liking. They also have some run of the mill bottled beers and a small cocktail menu. They do have hookah here, so if that bothers you, don't go late in the evening. They also have a VIP area(??) inside and patio seating in front (with a small, cute, albeit a bit sad-looking, parakeet in a tiny cage in one of the trees. Thematic I guess? But like get the bird a better cage...). The wait staff was all extremely nice and courteous. Overall, worth another visit read more

Food was amazing the service was quick. Next chill vibe to meet with friends. Definitely recommend

Had dinner on the patio last night with some friends. Excellent margarita. The server was very friendly and laidback and concocted some vodka and fruit juice cocktail shots for the table!! We had roasted chicken, baba ganoush and kibbeh for starters. I had an Aboud salad, which was great, very refreshing and tangy. My friends had the okra entree and lamb chops and they really enjoyed it. Very good food and service. read more

It is not good. We ordered two entrees and left hungry. The fried zucchini entree was basically a $15 yogurt soup with about 10 quarter-sized slices of zucchini. Definitely not a main dish. It was an appetizer. The spinach with chicken dish had only pieces of garlic with no chicken at all. At all. That for $18. Just sad. read more

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Really enjoy this place! Owned by same family as Ranoush on Delmar in the Loop, I'm glad they brought this type of cuisine to the central west end area! The location is perfect, in the heart of the central west end activity and a great place to people watch especially in the summer. Ahmad is wonderful and is very personable and our waiter Boz was hilarious. Food was very tasty and reasonably priced and would go again for sure! Some evenings he also has a DJ around which is a nice touch! read more

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Over the moon for the arrival of Levant! The new owners cleaned up the space very well. It was formerly Katz's Deli and the interior was a disaster! Now, some neutrals against black walls work well with all the light from the front windows. Ordered the vegetarian platter (falafel (fluffy perfection), baba ganoush (both the consistency and acidity were well balanced), hummus (smooth and creamy), mohamara (loved the nuttiness and the fact that it was not spicy. My daughter was sharing)). This was a good portion that was shared along with a side of Kibbeh Naeh. All was super tasty and great on this super hot day! The chef came out to check on us as well which is always enjoyable. Will certainly be back to try a lot more items on the menu. I wish this new neighborhood establishment much success! read more

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I really wanted to like this place :( The place has so much potential but the service that I had the other day was not that great. I love me some hookah so when I seen this on Google, I immediately wanted to give it a try. My friend also had been here prior and he really enjoyed it the first time he went so I decided why not test it out. I went on a Sunday evening and it was pretty busy. Inside is rather small and hot so we sat outside. Our server was cool, but he was just moving rather slow. I understood he had other tables to wait, so I didn't necessarily complain, I just took a mental note of it each time. I had asked for a glass of water and it took almost 30 mins for him to come back with it, and that was after I had to remind him. When it came time to pay, I had to hand my bill to someone else, simply because he was taking way too long and I was ready to go. This is a Mediterranean cuisine, so I wasn't too sure about a lot of food options on the menu nor was I brave enough to try anything, so I ordered the chicken wings and fries. The chicken wings were absolutely disgusting, as they dipped them in some white sauce that I wasn't told about prior to ordering. It doesn't mention it on the menu either. I wasn't that hungry, so I didn't care to try anything else so I just kept it and didn't even feel like sending it back. My friend had the lamb chops and he loved it, so if you're into those, I would suggest maybe ordering those. The hookah was okay. They charge for coals, to which I thought was a bit outlandish, but they're only $3 so I said whatever. They offer a number of flavors. I've had better hookah at other places, but for STL it wasn't that bad. Despite it taking forever to come, the drink I had was really strong and it good as well. My drink also came AFTER my food was served, to which was a bit chaotic, unusual and annoying to me, but again -- my server was just not on it that night. I'll give him the benefit of the doubt and just say he was having an off day. The dj played good music. So I would say if I were to come back, I definitely would only go for drinks and the hookah. I do want to give it another try because I hear great things about this place, so hopefully next time will be better. read more

I have been coming here for a few months now on the recommendation of a friend. It's an authentic Syrian restaurant. The look and feel of this place is nice. Try have a dining area and a place for hookah. The staff, the authentic music, and the hookah are why I come. Both Mo the cook and Mo the waiter are so sweet and attentive. They have great hospitality and Sarah is amazing! I enjoy the experience I have here. Great attention to detail and making sure their customers are taken care of. The hookah is smooth and flavorful. Make sure you come here for great hookah and great service! read more

Probably one of the best Middle Eastern food I've had in a long time. Overall ambiance really complimented the dishes we ordered. The chicken shawarma and mixed grill were spot on. Service was friendly and prompt. Would return to try other things from the menu! read more

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A new restaurant in the CWE that offers some excellent Syrian food, albeit with a couple of misses. This space has large windows onto Euclid, but they are nicely balanced by a dark interior. With the soft background music, it made for a relaxing atmosphere where we could simply enjoy the dinner and friends that were with us. The young lady that took care of us was also very nice & friendly, offering suggestions for dishes, checking on us, etc. Lentil soup was quite good. It is a pureed lentil soup with a light, savory flavor. A quarter of a large lemon is served with the soup, which adds a nice tartness that makes a good counterpoint in your bites. I would squeeze small amounts before each few bites, allowing me to better control the effect. Baba ganoush was also quite good, with a soft consistency sauce that had well-balanced flavors. It came with quite a large amount of pita slices that we also ate throughout with our entrees. The kibbeh (traditional Syrian dish of fried balls of spiced meat and bulgur wheat) appetizer tasted good, but was a disappointment in that there were only three of them. While they are not pictured on the menu, the online menu shows eight or nine in the dish. So when this small dish came out, which cost just as much as the baba ganoush, I was unpleasantly surprised. And why three balls? Generally a table has at least two or four patrons. Make it an even number so that we don't have to split one of them so that all four can try it. Our server suggested grilled items for our first time there. They come with rice and a cucumber/tomato salad. She said when we come back, then we can try the different main courses. The shish tawuk's grilled chicken was tender and nicely flavored/spiced - a hit. The Levant mixed grill includes chicken, beef, and lamb chops. Chicken was the same excellence as the shish tawuk. Beef was a large roll of seasoned beef that was also very good. Lamb chops were so tender that we just cut them with our forks. They too, we delicious, but rather small in size. The Levant filet mignon kabob cubes were flavorful (marinated in olive oil and levantine spices). Unfortunately, they were fairly dry and a bit tough. Filet mignon is such a lean meat, that the chef should probably explore a different preparation method - perhaps marinading with something more acidic to tenderize the meat, or doing a quick grill and finishing in the oven. All the grills came with a generous amount of basmati (I think) rice, and the salad and dipping sauce were both pluses. read more

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Food is good, hookah is average, I don't understand how prior to covid a hookah was 20$ but now it's 20$ plus a disposable hose for 10$ plus flavor is being charged 6$ more. How's that make sense? What's the 20$ incorporate? Placing the order? Ridiculous read more

I love this place! The people that work there are all kind and cool, I love the atmosphere and the hookah, and I like that they have a DJ that plays good music, especially since there are no more clubs in CWE (which I'm not a big fan of anyway) but it's a cool place to just chill, and if you just so feel like it, you may want to get up and dance to a couple songs. Oh yeah, LOVE the food! Everything I've gotten there is DELICIOUS!!! read more

Unique food offerings (Syrian) in a cool atmosphere in the CWE. I went with my friend on a Wednesday night and were warmly greeted by the friendly staff. The food came out quickly alongside some pita bread. The food was good, but nothing like we were expecting. None of the food that either of us ate tasted like anything we had ever had before. read more

This spot is probably best for hookah and drinks . Ordered some chicken wings for 8.25. Super small and only five drum sticks lol . Long waits also . Constantly had to grab the waiter etc . Not the best place for food for your money . First and probably last time. Always wanted to try here after driving thru the neighborhood , wasn't missing out on anything , unfortunately. read more

Ranoush is the best middle eastern food I've had in St. Louis. My recommendation is to dine-in, as the food is different when ordered as carry-out (pita is substituted for flat bread). Every dine-in experience has been great, whether it's inside out outside on the patio. The veg mezza for two, the kababs and the schwarma were all outstanding. I've had other middle eastern food in St. Louis, but none as good. read more

This is an excellent restaurant and hey have updated the decor since for visit. Still so nice. Food is delicious and not typical of non American cuisine where there is no thought into it. This place cares! They have me hooked on Mediterranean cuisine and I will definitely return again. The flavors are good. The portion sizes are decent and the salads are meal quality because they are so delicious. The staff is friendly and the outdoor patios is nice. read more

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The lamb chops were so good. The rice and dips it came with were also delicious. The hostess was sweet and had great customer service! My friends got the hummus and it was the best I'd ever had! read more

On call last night and decided to use Grubhub. Found a picture of a beautiful Mediterranean plate from Levant and ordered, here is what I found when I opened my container! I got GRUBHUBBED! To their credit, they refunded my money, but shame on the restaurant too for false advertising, no fresh lemon, no peppers, no pickles, no radish! It all tasted pretty gross too! read more

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This was not a pleasant experience. We were party of two and ordered chicken molokhiya and tea. We waited over 45min for food to arrive (cold) and tea never arrived despite reminders. They acknowledged that they were short on staff and someone had left work. We stayed cool because one of the servers really seemed he was trying hard to keep up. Despite that, management and service unfortunately were quite mediocre. Also $16 for a few chicken cubes in spinach is a rip off. I don't recommend. read more