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    Retaj Restaurant

    4.3 (21 reviews)

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    $9 SERVICE FEE, 3% SERVICE CHARGE, BREAD $3 VS $2 IN THE MENU.
    Julia R.

    *SERVICE FEE $9, *SERVICE CHARGE FOR CARD 3%, *THE PRICES DON'T MATCH WITH THE MENU. *OVERPRICED FOOD. ‼ The grilled meat was oiled, burnt, dry, tough, and tasted like a piece of soap. The rice was ok, and the bread too. When the time comes to pay for food, we have been surprised. The owner girl didn't want to give us a pre-check, she showed only the total amount for payment. When my husband paid and left tips already we found the SERVICE FEE of $9(?!) in the receipt and we were charged for bread $3 instead of $2 in the menu. As a bonus, they charged us for a CARD PAYMENT of $2.22(3%) as well!! I don't know maybe is a normal business practice in Yemen to do business like that!? I don't like to be "treated" like that! $13 is not a big deal, but for what?! It was our first and last time here, never again!‼

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    9 months ago

    Amazing food very authentic and really yummy! Haneeth and zarab , fresh baked bread was my favorite.. meat is very good

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    Incredible food here. Look no further . I rarely leave review and eat out always . What a hidden gem

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    2 years ago

    Excellent authentic Yemeni experience. Staff is helpful and provided great service. Would highly recommend. Will definitely be back.

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    The best yemeni food and so clean and fresh and fast service and so many options and they have big patio

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