While visiting friends in Washington, DC, they took us to Sababa, and wow--what an incredible experience. I can absolutely understand why it earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition. Sababa serves authentic Israeli and Mediterranean cuisine with amazing ingredients and bold, fresh flavors. The menu is designed for sharing, making it easy to try a little bit of everything. We started with several small plates, and they were all fantastic. The Israeli salad was crisp, fresh, and bursting with flavor. The roasted carrot salad was a table favorite, and the fried Brussels sprouts with cinnamon yogurt completely stole the show for me. The combination of flavors was unexpected but perfectly balanced. For my entrée, I had the lamb kebabs, and they were cooked to perfection. The steak kebab was another favorite at our table, and two of our friends shared the Jerusalem Mixed Grill, which was also excellent--especially the beef kofta. The portions are on the smaller side, but after sharing several appetizers, they felt just right. If you're extra hungry, the Mixed Grill could easily be enjoyed by one person. The service was phenomenal from beginning to end. We were warmly welcomed, checked on throughout the meal, and genuinely felt taken care of. One thing I especially appreciated was how clearly the menu labels vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. As someone who is gluten intolerant, I always notice and appreciate restaurants that make dining easier for everyone. This was easily one of my favorite meals during our trip. Every dish was thoughtful, flavorful, and beautifully executed. I would absolutely come back and highly recommend it to anyone visiting DC. read more

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THIS IS A MUST WHEN IN D.C.!!! Food, service & ambiance As soon as you walk in, you are immediately greeted by a kind host who Sababa doesn't just serve food! As a vegetarian. It delivers a masterclass in balance, pairing rich, savory options with bright, acidic quick-pickled vegetables and so many options. From the moment the warm pita hits the table alongside a vibrant array of dips (eggplant, labne with garlic, hummus, etc), you know you are in for an authentic culinary journey. The hummus is impossibly smooth, swirling with high-quality olive oil. Our server, Kristin, was sooo pleasant! Fast and efficient. read more

Sababa - Hummus, warm pita bread, eggplant and tahini - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I was really looking forward to a belated birthday dinner at Sababa, however, like its counterpart Little Bird, I left overall a bit disappointed. Not surprisingly, similar to Little Bird, service was excellent but the food falls short of what you're expecting. I wish we had gotten the baba ganoush instead of grilled eggplant, which was just overwhelmingly eggplant-ey. The lamb salad was just ok.... the flavors really didn't jive for me and I think it would have come together better if the meat was warm. The falafel was probably the highlight. Lamb shank was just ok. The vegetables were kind of lackluster and under seasoned. Not sure I would have picked couscous as the grain again. The desert was forgettable. Overall - heavy bill after a couple bottles of wine and I found myself walking away thinking "meh." read more

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Everything was fresh, delicious, & flavorful!! The fried cauliflower was such an interesting combination with the golden raisins, & tahini. The braised lamb shank was cooked to perfection, & fell right off the bone. The Israeli couscous was also cooked perfectly, & the flavors danced in your mouth. I'd never had Mahalabia before but it was like a gourmet chocolate pudding. Very tasty! The service was quick, they did a great job keeping up with water refills, which as someone who is always thirsty at dinner, I appreciate it. The restaurant was very lively, and had good vibes! Pricey but worth a stop at least once! read more

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We went to dinner at 630 on a Wednesday. The place was filling up. It was bustling but you could still have an easy conversation. Our group consisted of me, my husband and my brother-in-law. We began with cocktails... I had the Smoked Fig Manhattan and richard had the Cradle of Civilization ". Mine was served with a lid on... which they removed... and the smoke inside was let loose (lol). Nice presentation. For starters, we ordered the Salatim. A great way to taste 5 different dips with the pita bread served. We also tasted the hummus of the day, which was served with arugula pesto. Quite nice combo. Then we ordered Israeli salad, charred eggplant and sweet potato falafel. My favorites were the eggplant and sweet potato falafel!!! Tom has the butterscotch dessert... it was too sweet for me... not like a butterscotch pudding... more a whipped texture. Coletta, maître d', came by several times throughout our meal checking on us. It was a wonderful night! read more

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Salatim, Roasted Halloumi, and the seasonal falafel remain favorites. So does the charred eggplant. The use of labne as the base in the falafel and eggplant adds to the dish without overwhelming it with dairy. The latkes on the Hanukkah menu are the thicker in the middle variety but texture was perfect. Please bring the Chocolate Tahini Caramel Tart back on the dessert menu. Glad to have Simone as the server again, he knows his art. read more

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EVERYTHING was AMAZING. From making my reservation with Michael to the PERFECT service provided by Youseff and his team. The restaurant is stunning, so much class and ambience packed in such a quaint environment. There was not one single complaint from our group of 14 (celebrating our Matriarch's 76th birthday). The food was delicious, presentation impressive, and portions hearty. The drinks (Fig Manhattan, Zhug Margarita, Prosecco, Pomegranate Fizz, etc.) were noteworthy. We sampled just about everything and, as impossible as this is to believe, we would absolutely eat everything again and again. As I'm writing this ... I want some more hummus, lamb shank and lamb kabab, and another pomegranate fizz, and glass of Chardonnay (Le Petite Silex Sancerre). However, next time I will NOT be buying bottles of the Chardonnay ... spent almost $200 on just that! *Sigh* BTW: That's not a complaint ... just a lesson learned. Please put Sababa/The Little Blackbird (sister restaurant) on your bucket list and try EVERYTHING ... the Israeli salad, fried cauliflower, all the meats I mentioned above, Brussel sprouts, chopped chicken liver, falafel, etc, etc. Yeah, we were absolute gluttons but remember, we listen and we don't judge. Definitely want to return to eat upstairs and/or on the deck. Hoping you make it there as well. When you do, tell them you saw it in Yelp. read more

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A friend ordered out the Brussels sprouts! They were incredible!! So much flavor and the sauce and dried cranberries really added to it. The pita had a lot of flavor but needed to be warmed up. Now I want to go there and try more things!!! read more

Sababa - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I'm always on the lookout for great middle eastern food and this place did not disappoint! The decor is very chic but casual. We got the salatim- every dip was delicious, but especially the Brussel sprout baba ganoush. We also got the beef kofta kebabs and the lamb shank - the lamb fell right off the bone, it was so good! And the service was very fast. I definitely plan on coming back here. read more

Sababa - TG Salatim - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I've never been somewhere that filled my water cup up so fast. So obviously service was very quick. Food was also available quickly which I appreciated. I really loved that their pita bread is hand made and baked fresh. I ate so many! Their meats were juicy with lots of flavor. read more

Came in for a business lunch (private area reserved) and it was lovely. The restaurant team tending to our group was efficient and polite, explaining dishes (and pronunciation, lol). We had a set menu to accommodate vegans/vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. There was good variety and everyone seemed to enjoy. Lovely dining room and rooftop set the ambiance. Sorry for the photos in low lighting- not my finest visual work, I know. Lol. Hope this still helps! read more

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I have been to this restaurant once before and had such a delicious meal and a wonderful time. I decided to pop in prior to zoo lights. I hadn't been for about a year or two, so decided to see how things compared to my last visit. I sat at the bar and was pleasantly surprised to see that they had a happy hour. I ended up getting a whiskey cocktail, the happy hour spicy/chili, broccoli, and the salmon kebab. Everything was delicious, but my absolute favorite was the broccoli. The cool hummus below it mixed with the spicy flavors and the chili just absolutely blew me away. The whiskey cocktail as well was just perfectly made. And while the salmon was cooked well, I can't say that I truly enjoyed it. The sauce on it just really didn't do it for me. It was somewhat sweet and I just really didn't enjoy it. I was sad to see that the prior white fish that they used to have wasn't there anymore. Maybe next time I visit I will see it on the menu! The bartender was frequently checking up on me, and the service was spectacular by the other members of the service team. Despite the restaurant being semi full, I constantly felt like I was being checked on. I never had an empty glass, and I never had an empty plate in front of me. Sufficed to say, this place is still providing amazing food and great service. Overall, I had a wonderful time. I really love walking into this restaurant. It has a very cool and cozy vibe. I wouldn't say it's too dimly lit, but it provides a somewhat darker lighting. That really allows you to relax and enjoy your company and your food/drinks. I will definitely be returning and highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Sababa - Whiskey cocktail - varies day to day, happy hour - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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we had a lovely double date and the desserts are probably the best I ever had in DC for me. However we felt like the plate portion sizing could have been more clear. The beef kofta was delicious, well-seasoned and flavorful but we didn't feel like it was shareable sizing for a table of 4, and the staff didn't really say what's the recommended number of plates for a party of 4. The pomegranate mocktail was amazing. Overall we would return! read more

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I recently came here with two friends for a weekend brunch after not having been here for two years and had a fantastic experience-excellent service and great food. We shared the following dishes (everything was small plates): Pita and Za'atar: Delicious-warm and fluffy, seasoned with just the right amount of za'atar and holds up well to the dips. Hummus Tahina: Solid, nothing distinctive Tomato, Za'atar, and Goat Cheese on a Jerusalem bagel: The filling was fine; however, the Jerusalem bagel needed to be crispier on the outside and chewier on the inside. Charred Eggplant: Hearty, smoky, creamy, with a perfect flavor meld Roasted Halloumi: While there was a bit too much date syrup making the dish sweeter than it needed to be, the halloumi was perfectly grilled and the lemon added the right touch of acidity. We got the Date Tahini Caramel Tart and the Konafi Cake for Dessert. The tart was divine-creamy, flavorful, a perfect sweet/salty/savory contrast, and well-baked. The Konafi cake had way too much orange which completely overwhelmed the rest of the dessert. I would recommend Sababa for your next brunch with friends or family! read more

Sababa is a classy restaurant that is a little dark inside, so it'd be perfect for a special occasion, birthday dinner, or date. It's probably the nicest Israeli restaurant in the DMV, and even so, the prices are still reasonable. Sababa offers a menu with plenty of vegetarian options and will not leave anyone disappointed. Everything was delicious and fresh. Of course, the hummus and pita were fantastic. Service was very good. I'll be back! read more

Sababa - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Food 4.0/5.0 Service 4.0/5.0 Value 3.5/5.0 Decor 3.0/5.0 Overall 4.0/5.0 Came for brunch. Waitstaff was friendly, though one lady's English wasn't great so other lady substituted in for her (and she was just awesome... you know who you are!) Food was very good. Hope to go back for dinner at some point. read more

My husband and I really enjoyed the meal here. Our server Colletta was fabulous. She provided great insights into portion sizes and suggested dishes. We started with the tradition hummus which was very creamy and flavorful. Then we had the grilled eggplant. This was larger than we were expecting. Had 4 pretty big pieces. We enjoyed 3 kabobs (chicken, lamb, and beef). Since they come over a bed of rice our server suggested opting for one to be over a cucumber tomato salad which we did. We were full with all that so we didn't get dessert. Overall would definitely recommend. Forgot to take pictures sadly. read more

Tried the salatim tonight. We did not like the dips at all. They were either too salty or weirdly textured. The turmeric one was just gross. And for $20, id expect it to come with more than two pieces of pita. Next time, I'd stick with a kebab and rice. read more

Wonderful service, delicious food and a pretty restaurant. We ordered four small plates and one large for a group of three and it was plenty. Everything had wonderful flavors. read more

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A delightful Mediterranean spot up in Cleveland Park, serving up incredibly flavorful dishes for brunch and dinner! I came to Sababa for a Sunday brunch with an old college friend. We arrived right when they opened at 11 AM and they were already quite packed, so I would definitely recommend making a reservation unless you want a 30+ min wait. However, even with how busy they were, the staff was incredibly friendly and the service was efficient and attentive. Our server kindly walked us through the menu and recommended we order a couple of things to split, in true Mediterranean tapas fashion. My friend and I were, tragically, not super hungry so we went against our server's advice and each got an eggs benedict on latkes; mine came with smoked salmon, and hers with lamb. The benedicts were enormous, probably 2-3x the size of a normal benedict on an English muffin. And it was delicious -- the latke was nice and crispy, and was a good, hearty base for the smoked salmon and perfectly poached egg. The egg yolk and hollandaise mixed into the most delightful rich, creamy sauce, and they topped the whole thing with capers, fresh dill, and pickled red onions to help cut through the heaviness of it all. As delicious as it was, I definitely started to feel a bit of flavor fatigue after about half of the dish; the latke was a bit too heavy to make it your entire meal, but that's also why the server recommended we try a bunch of different things to share (so it was really our fault for disregarding his words). I'll have to come back with a larger group (or just hungrier) to try a bunch of different dishes! I'd also love to come back for dinner -- the dinner menu seems absolutely incredible, and I've heard nothing but amazing things about their hummus. tl;dr -- great food, great vibes, and great service. And listen to your server when they tell you the best way to order...they really do know what they're talking about. read more

Sababa - salmon benedict - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Good food! I happen to like chicken liver and it didn't disappoint. Ambience and set ice were also good

I've been to Sababa twice now: once for dinner a while back and once for brunch. The dinner was a great experience. We got the spread/salad sampler, which was delicious and served with fluffy pitas, as well as two kebabs. The salmon I particular was great. It was enough to have leftovers the next day even with 2 people. The only underwhelming part was the dessert, but overall I thought it was great. Unfortunately, but probably not unsurprisingly given how different brunches can be, that wasn't true for my last visit. The service was just as excellent as the first time, but the lamb was under-seasoned and even the harissa seemed bland. I liked the Hollandaise sauce, but as a whole the lamb benedict dish just didn't taste very good, and that really should have been a home run of a flavor combo. I would recommend them as a dinner spot, but I think the brunch menu just probably doesn't get the same love. 2 for brunch, 4 for dinner, so 3.5 if I could rate it that overall for good service but two very different food experiences! read more

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My first time eating Israel food and of course, first time at Sababa. We went to Sababa to celebrate my friend's birthday. They did a good job making my friend feel special and personal for this special occasion. It was a positive experience. We had a good time. The service was great and attentive. As for the food, I might not be the best person to judge it as Israeli cuisine isn't what I'm familiar with and this also my first time eating it. I'll share what I thought but I'm biased. I did love the Pita bread and the Hummus with hot honey. The salmon kebab was perfectly cooked and had nice flavor. My friends who love Israeli food said the beef Kofta was amazing while I thought it was okay. The Steak kebab was cooked well but not flavorful enough for me. Overall, I like the place, the food and the experience but I didn't feel like it's worth $50 per person. read more

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I've come to Sababa a few times now and absolutely love it each time! The food is amazing. We love getting the salatim and having a sample of the different dips to start. We've tried their sea bass which was a good portion size, the grilled meats (salmon and chicken) were cooked to perfection and well seasoned. The vibe inside is wam and cozy. My only feedback is that the service on weekend was less attentive. Our waters didn't get refilled and they took a while to check on us. But for the amazing food, I am def planning to come back over and over again! read more

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Still a great place but a couple things were less than perfect. My cocktail was very tiny for the price and overly sweet!!!!! It was called Sofganiyot and I don't recommend it. Most of the food was awesome as usual. The halloumi wasn't as good as I remembered but definitely not bad. The best things are the meat skewers, the bread and dips, the eggplant, and the cauliflower. Overall, it's a little pricey here. read more

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This is a review for gluten free dining at Sababa: Got takeaway and didn't get sick, which is good. Both the food and the service were really lacking, though. We had the chicken kabobs and salmon kabobs which were fine...just fine. It would have been nice if they were more flavorful, or tender, or both. Nothing was especially well-flavored or spiced, but I give Sababa credit for keeping me celiac safe. Service-wise, it might have just been a glitch. But I waited at the front for a while with no hostess or other person who could tell me where I should go to pick up my order- all the while a group of servers and bartender too busy chatting to tell me to walk over to the take out shelf or that the hostess would be back in a minute, or anything. read more

Returned to Sababa and was absolutely blown away. The maître d' was warm and efficient--we were seated immediately. The dining room is intimate, dimly lit, and cozy, perfect for a date night. Our server, Dominique (sp?), was fantastic: gracious, attentive, and impressively knowledgeable about every dish on the menu. We started with the salatim, which was delicious. Paired with their warm, pillowy pita, it was so satisfying we couldn't even make it to the mains. 10/10 experience. Can't wait to come back. read more

My wife and I rendezvoused at Sababa. After a few bites, we declared we would come back. We are always looking for places to patronize on a more regular basis. We once knew this neighborhood, but we moved away for more than a decade, and are coming back to check on my elderly father now -- he is just beyond the Beltway, and we stay closer toward the city. This venue is especially convenient, because it is a block from the Metro stop. That means I can come from work, and my wife from home, and the convenience is a bonus. The other sign we had made a good choice is that as soon as we sat down, a woman at the next table recognized my wife. They had worked together for a long time, but had not interacted in at least the time we had been gone, and both have retired recently. Her party of four was celebrating her birthday. We went over to chat; they spoke highly of the food. We enjoyed everything. There was a salmon kebab with rice; chicken liver (whipped into a mousse) with pita; fried cauliflower; and a carrot salad. There was enough for another meal of leftovers, the next night. The salmon kebab was flavorful; salmon is not a difficult protein to work with, and it is astonishing it once was considered trash fish. The chicken liver was rich, and I generally prefer it not pureed in that manner, but it was fine. The fried cauliflower is the best version of that vegetable I have ever had; I am not a fan of it, and my wife had picked it, but I would gladly consume it with that preparation, The carrot salad also, as simple as it was, impressed with the seasoning. The waiter had no issue bringing a glass of wine from the menu of their sister restaurant next door. He was friendly and patient -- we had wandered off to talk to my wife's work friend for a good ten minutes, and he waited to bring our dishes. I have no background with Israeli cuisine. I have been to Miriam in New York City a few times. These places are comparable in quality and price point, albeit with different offerings. I have traveled on a study tour to Israel. The meals were terrific, and the hotel buffets in particular outdid anything in the States (though that also is true overseas in many places with lavish spreads). We expect to return to Sababa. I recommend it. read more

Came here for my Mom's birthday, and the whole family loved it! Their food is really unique, and the menu is great for vegetarians, vegans, and folks who eat meat. The inside decor is also really beautiful, and the server was very kind, knowledgeable and patient. Would highly recommend! read more

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Amazing food! Everything was delicious and reasonably priced. Beautiful ambiance! I will definitely be back! read more

We went here for lunch today after visiting the National Zoo. We ate out in DC for 3 days at some great restaurants but this place was the best by far. Every dish was delicious....fresh, flavorful, perfectly seasoned and beautifully plated without being fussy. Service was the best we had in DC. Prices were reasonable and the restaurant decor was also lovely. go here! You will not regret it. read more

I have one regret about this experience, and it's that I didn't try this restaurant earlier! I was blown away by my experience at this charming restaurant and can't wait to come back as soon as I can. My friend and I made a reservation for Monday at 7pm, and good thing we did because the restaurant was very crowded! It's a great sign that even on the slowest day of the week, this restaurant was packed! Our server Colletta was an absolute delight. She has wonderful recommendations and for took great care of us. The service was extremely prompt; we were never without full water glasses. Food came quickly and was removed quickly too. Overall, it was an incredible service experience, one of the best I've ever had in DC. I'm a big fan of Israeli/Middle Eastern food, and I've had some amazing food in Israel itself. I'm always skeptical of how food in the States will compare. Well, I must say... this food was BETTER! The hummus with harissa honey was to die for. The eggplant was one of the best dishes I've ever had in DC! We loved the halloumi with incredible sauce. Even something commonplace like zucchini was elevated to the max with a perfect grill and delicious spicy sauce! Every plate was prepared with extreme care and technical mastery. The kebab was quite tasty too, although I would certainly encourage you to stick with the unique and mouth-watering small plates. We ended our wonderful evening with two desserts: the konafi cake and the mahalabia. I'm a huge kunafe fan, and this play on it surprised me a bit--it's a lot more like a Kugel in nature. Not a complaint, just a surprise. On the other hand, the mahalabia (I've usually heard it called malabi) was decadent. Each bite was a culinary journey, with perfectly salted pistachios, decadent rose water, and the perfect custard pudding. I would eat gallons of it if I could. What a great experience! Sababa has earned its stellar reputation. read more

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Great food, outstanding service, and incredible cocktails. It's pricey but somehow seemed worth the price even for a frugal like me!

Came here with family for dinner. It was early so not too busy yet although it filled up while we were there. This being the week of Passover they had a special menu so some of us ordered from that and some from the regular menu. Being Passover they didn't serve bread but a version their house made matzo instead. The matzo was totally not like the usual one yiu buy in stores, more like pita chips but quite tasty. I had a salmon kebab and it was delicious, the salmon was cooked exactly right, not overcooked but very tender. Glad we still have this nice restaurant in our neighborhood - aside from the food also like the way it's laid out with good spacing between tables. read more

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Sababa means "great" or "cool" in Hebrew, and this restaurant offers Israeli cuisine. A friend and I came to check out Sababa for dinner, and we started off with +an In-House Flight of Five: Muhammara, Walnut, Crispy Chickpeas; Garlic Labne with Dukkah Spice; Brussel Sprout Baba Ganoush; Hummus Tahina; and, Sweet & Sour Carrots with Mint; this flight was served with pita bread +Charred Eggplant - with herbed labne, pomegranate, and pistachios +Chestnut Falafel - fried sage and cranberry tahina +Pomegranate-Glazed Chicken Liver - with sumac onions and pomegranate seeds +and, Smoked Trout - with roasted beets, apple, herb salad, and horseradish labne Unfortunately, all the items for our starters were more on the sweeter end; in terms of the chicken liver, the dish was a bit of a surprise, as we expected more of the typical chicken liver, rather than actual servings of the organ themselves. The pita served with the dips could have been more warm. For our main shareables, we tried: +the Steak with Citrus-Herb marinade - this was juicy and had a tang from the marinade +the Mediterranean Sea Bass - this came nestled in grape leaves, which was interesting; we found this more on the bland side I had to try their handmade sodas: +Pomegranate-Rosehip Soda +Lavender-Borage Soda The sodas were just okay, but I knew had to try them out as I was curious. Service was friendly; the interior of the restaurant looked like a patio with stringed lights with a modern flair. Extremely limited street parking available. +items are on the sweeter end +pita bread is not warm +friendly service +limited street parking read more

This was my first time eating at an upscale Mediterranean restaurant. The service was great. We made reservations online and mentioned we were celebrating a birthday. We were going to be a little late so we called ahead to see of they could push back our reservation a little and they did so happily. They even gave us two dessert with candles for our birthday. The waitress was really nice and friendly. I have not had a lot of mediterranean food so I'm not an expert but I really enjoy the food. We started with the salatim which came with 5 different hummus and two pita. We ordered an extra 4 pita because they were so good and we had a lot of hummus to eat. The pita was very reasonably priced at $1 each. The hummus was very good! The tables favorite hands down was the turmeric tahini with hot honey, SO GOOD! We also ordered the Beef kofta, Salmon kebab, Stake kebab and the Lamb Shank. To share My favorites were the lamb shank and the salmon kebab. Both were cooked perfectly and were so flavorful. Great birthday experience, I would definitely come again. read more

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This is a great spot-- and I'm embarrassed that I have written a review yet after many many times of dining here and grabbing a drink at the bar! I feel relaxed and at home here-- service is wonderful. Johnny and Ramon will make sure you're taken care of at the bar. Johnny makes a mean and tasty espresso martini and Ramon has my palette down with a wonderful gin drink. Wonderful wines too. The food here-- well, I think you can't go wrong. I love hearing what the hummus of the day is-- the Chef who sometimes makes an appearance on the floor creates tasty dishes which always make me go home happy. Really have enjoyed the salmon and chicken kabob, and lamb shank. Egg plant appetizer is a great starter. Hummus with the steamy bread--Yumm! See what the hummus of that day is-- I've loved the pumpkin, strawberries and mushrooms ones! Really enjoyed the holiday special latkes too. Soo check it out, you might even see me there! read more

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Absolutely delicious modern takes on Israeli/Arabic cuisine served in beautiful and generous portions for the price point, which is fair and reasonable given its Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition. The space is warm, inviting and cozy for its somewhat large space, which occupies two storefronts. The place is busy, has a nice buzz but is not too loud that one can't have a comfortable conversation at the table. The service is outstanding. Fast, attentive and friendly. Excellent find. I'll leave it up to you to figure out if the name is pronounced "Saba-ba" or "Sa-baba"! read more

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My sister found this place on the fly and I'm glad she did. We sat at a table in the middle of the dining room so we could see people coming in and out of the kitchen (and also smelled all the delicious food coming out). It's pretty dim inside, providing a calm environment for dinner. The dishes that stood out to us we're the roasted halloumi and the roached chicken. I was a little worried about ordering the chicken but it was so juicy and mouthwatering. Will definitely be going again! read more

I went to a brunch at Sababa with some friends a few weeks ago, and we enjoyed the meal overall. We shared many small plates - hummus tahina; charred eggplant with herbed labne, pomegranate, and pistachio; roasted halloumi with dates, honey, and charred lemon; lamb benedict with schmaltz braised lamb, harissa, poached egg, and hollandaise on potato latke; a Jerusalem bagel with smoked trout and muhammara; and falafel. We also shared some desserts; I think it was their "konafi cake" and a chocolate/halva pot de creme. I wasn't a huge fan of the desserts (the "konafi cake" just made me want kunefe proper), but the savory dishes were all pretty good (the hummus and eggplant were definitely the highlights over the halloumi, benedict, and falafel for me). Everything was pretty good, but nothing really stands out a few weeks later. The service was okay; it felt like we had to catch the attention of our server a few times even though it wasn't busy at all (in fact we were one of the only tables throughout our brunch). We enjoyed a bottle of Israeli rose (the guys had a cocktail or two). The food was pretty good, but nothing about the experience stands out to me as I write this review a few weeks after the fact. Definitely keep it in mind if you're craving Israeli and are in the area, but I wouldn't go out of my way! read more

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