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First of all I would definitely come back. I had a falafel sandwich with extra Falafel and crispy falafel. My sandwich was decent. Melanie T had kefta Kabob over salad, but she said it could have used more spices. I was also cold. Everyone we dealt with was a nice and patient with all our extra requests. They also had a ton of sauces to choose from and use at will which was nice. read more

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Maryam B.

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I was here for the first time and I ordered chicken Kabab plate . They made a mistake in giving me my order . They gave someone's else food to me and I was just so distracted reading my work emails and I started eating it . Then I noticed oh my goodness this is not my food . They gave me shawarma plate . I went back and I said what I was supposed to have and I got another food and now I ate half of it . they were so nice . They apologized as it was their mistake and they gave me my order. I wanted to pay also for the first one but they didn't accept it .they said it's ok . The food was super delicious and fresh . I loved it . I wish I was living in Portland so that I can come back again . This spot is a hidden gem . Try them out . read more

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Ahmed A.

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Best shawarma in town! Quick, delicious and fresh. One shawarma could feed 300 Spartans lmao read more

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Wow oh wow ... fast service, great prices, huge servings ... what more could I want?? Delicious flavor and spicy a spot on as well. My husband got the Gyro and it was filled with meat, fresh veggies, and heavy on the tzatziki. The chicken kebab was not as pictured but tasted fine; the salad that came with it was wilted shredded lettuce and the meal would have been better without it. He threw in a baklava for us and it was the perfect way to end the meal. read more

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Awesome spot, great food, and they accommodated a large group of us! There is also a great bar next to it for beers with food.

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I had to review this food cart with the quickness! I ordered my Halloween treat: Lamb Shawarma Saj and I'm beyond pleased. My order was ready so fast and i took a bite before i could even walk away. Wow. Mmmmmmm!! The flavors are outstanding. Side note: The food cart park that Shawarma Express is located in has many seats to sit, relax and enjoy. read more

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There has been new ownership in the last six months, it's not like it used to be. Hummus plate tasted like nothing, came with one piece of pita. Everything else is mediocre. Chicken and beef kabobs plate came with three 3 pieces of lettuce for the salad, and beef tasted like mutton. The owners are very nice and tried to make it right. They simply couldn't because I don't know if they know what they're doing. Red hot sauce is now Mexican hot sauce. After coming 15 plus times over the last 2 years, never again with the current quality. read more

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I was having a hankering and was glad to see they were open. I got the Chicken Saj which was perfect! All the flavors were on point. They didn't overdue the sauces thankfully which is a pet peeve of mine. Everything tasted fresh, and the person at the cart was friendly and prompt. If it was maybe a dollar less, I wouldn't have minded but I also acknowledge these are hard times. Tip your food cart folks! read more

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Some of the best Arabic food in Portland. Tops on our list of Shawarma Express dishes we've tried is the lamb gyro plate, which comes with rice, hummus, salad (mainly lettuce), tzatziki, and pita. Not only tasty but filling, and our group's hummus expert gives the homemade hummus a solid five stars. We also tried the chicken and lamb mixed plate, the beef shawarma plate, which we liked less than the lamb, and an extra side of the very good hummus. Reasonably fast and courteous service. 100% halal. Looking forward to more meals from this very fine food cart. read more

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Really good I love this place, ate so good and right after fell asleep like a baby. I would recommend to my friends

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Nasreddine E.

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This is literally the best Shawarma plate I have ever had. I didn't catch the guy's name but he was super friendly. Cheap prices with big portion and it definitely makes you full. I will definitely come back here every time I feel Mediterranean food. Highly highly highly recommend!! 30.Chicken and Lamb Mix Plate read more

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Inside the Rose City Food Park and OPEN DURING THE APOCALYPSE (as are most cartsters in this pod, as well as covered seating and BEER!). Update: 10/13/2020: I wanted to try the Beef Saj, but he was out of beef at around 2pm, so I got the lamb. Wow! First, the saj was completely authentic, a thin Turkish flatbread, almost see-through, grilled with blisters... and the overall sandwich was ... like 14" long by 1.5" diameter, HUGE! I feel like for about $10, I really got my money's worth! The lettuce and tomato were super fresh, the harisa and tzatziki wonderfully creamy and flavorful... and one more highly unusual and wonderful thing... he wrapped it up so perfectly in foil and parchment that IT DIDN"T LEAK all over me! If you eat a lot of shawarma sandwiches or saj, you know this is a MAJOR accomplishment! The meat was very nicely spiced and flavorful and I hope I get to try the beef for a bit more bite later on. I ate half and brought the other half home for my sweetie. She'll be so pleased. Previous Review: I was a bit standoffish, because Portland has become the wasteland of generic gyros and also because they don't have a rotating spit, but never fear, their falafel saved the day! I got the falafel plate/dinner and the dolmas. The falafel offered a slightly different take, with more but smaller crispy critters, but this worked very well when it came to wrapping them in pita with fixings. The hummus was creamy, not stiff and the tsatziki and harissa were spot on and tasty. Everything, including the pita was freshly heated and crisped on the grill and with no scrimping on the olive oil, so things had a good balance and flavor. We shared it and still had leftovers. I'll return and change this rating depending on other dishes, hoping for 5 stars after I try the actual shawarma! read more

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Mel B.

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Scrumptious shawarma gyro with a generous portion of beef as well as garlic yogurt and cucumbers. Tasty and satisfying! And the owner was so kind - such a lovely spirit. read more

Shawarma Express Halal - Beef shawarma gyro - delicious! Generous meat portion! - Mediterranean Near Me - McMinnville , Oregon

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The owner was really nice and he made really good food. The quality of meat was so tender, the vegetables were fresh and delicious. Would recommend to anyone that loves gyro and wraps read more

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Jason L.

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Fantastic shawarma gyro, and many other dishes, from a friendly guy who was happy to make some adjustments for dietary restrictions. All aces. This cart pod is not too lively on a Sunday afternoon, but the carts that were open did not disappoint. read more

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Diana H.

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You'll find this friendly and fast food cart keeper in the Rose City Food Pod on Sandy. He will make your dish to order, I believe the gentleman who served us is the owner, and he's so kind, just tell him how you wish to have your order! My lamb gyro was scrumptious! It's one of the best I've had, and I'm a native NYer and 100% Greek - this was legit! The lamb chunks were big, thick, and tasty. Not your usual sliced thin fare, but nice and chunky and lots of meat! My gyro was bigger than my head! Hubby got the falafel gyro, which was also excellent and HUGE! And daughter got the beef shawarma, which she really enjoyed, but said next time she would get the lamb as she liked mine better! The food pod placed more tables with umbrellas, so the seating was great, and it wasn't crowded at all. We enjoyed our family afternoon Friday out for early dinner with several other families like ours on a beautiful summer day! read more

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Marina P.

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The guy treated us so bad, he wasn't nice, I ordered chicken shawarma plate, the food wasn't fresh, taste trash and has no flavor, it is the worst meal. I throw the food right away. I give this cart a big zero. Save your money and don't go there read more

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Heath K.

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This dude didn't even acknowledge anyone waiting in line for the 15m I stood there. Didn't take a single order. Just cooking and ignoring everyone while every single person in line gave up and walked away. "Hi be with you in a few minutes" is all it takes. Come on man. read more

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Arlene E.

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Service 5 stars... gentleman was so kind and helpful Chicken over salad... 5 stars... so much chicken!! Pita bread... think and delicious. 5 stars Lamb shawarma plate 5 stars Beef shawarma plate 5 stars Falafel plate 5 stars Would have like some additional bread with the hummus and tzatziki... but still tasty. 4 stars All of the plates were plentiful!!! read more

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Rachel P.

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The food over all is amazing, the lamb gyro is my favorite. Great portions and delicious pita bread. The hummus is pretty bland in my opinion. The guy working there is not very nice at all, he's really short and seems annoyed every time I have ordered. I come back only because the food is so delicious. If it wasn't so good I wouldn't return because of how uncomfortable he makes me. read more

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Elle B.

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100% our favorite so far! We have tried other places with the same options and this place beats every single one in flavor! The owner was really amazing as well and offered us cookies when he noticed me son fell behind me and was crying. Ordered lunch and then ordered a second time before leaving because we loved it so much we wanted it for dinner! We live in Vancouver but will happily come back because it was so good!! read more

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Victoria H.

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My favorite falafel plate in town. Everything I have tried here is fresh and absolutely delicious! The owners are very kind people. Can't wait to come back to try more. read more

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Rachana R.

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Lip Smacking food with super friendly service!!! We ordered a chicken shawarma plate with some falafels and baklawa on the side..Every other item we had was perfectly done and surpassed my expectations! Falafels were super cripsy, baklawa and chicken shawarma was one of the best I have ever tried! Highly Recommended if you are in the Rose City Park! read more

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Tommy P.

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So happy to have a new Shawarma place in the neighborhood. The owner was super friendly. Might have to go again for dinner! read more

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Moved to Portland from NYC, this place reminded me a lot of one of my favorite halal carts in Brooklyn. Highly recommend, and don't forget to ask for extra white sauce! read more

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Hailee K.

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Wow what an amazing find! Such fresh ingredients made with love. The dolma and hummus are delicious, probably the best I've ever had if I'm being honest. The gentleman who owns this is so nice too! read more

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Gabe V.

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Pretty good shawarma beef gyro! the guy loads it up too. I will definitely be returning soon

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Allen V.

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Good lamb, try the Saj, not a lot of places do good saj but it's solid here. Also recommend getting both spicy and garlic sauce together.

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Food doesn't taste good at all. I never tried that kinda hummus. For that price, they should do better.

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Fast and friendly service paired with delicious food! What more could we ask for? I ordered the chicken shawarma plate. All the ingredients were fresh and flavorful. If I had to dig for a negative on Shawarma Express, I would say that I wish I had gotten to eat more of it. read more

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Seriously sucks. Hummus tasted watery like bean juice and they give you one tiny pita for $6! Wtf the cook guy was so angry like really mad at us for being so dumb as to actually try and eat their food.. Hate to say that even the falafel was awful. I wish it was good, as I'd eat there all the time but sadly not. Avoid read more

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Delicious falafel saj .. i like all the food in here read more

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Looking for something fast easy and delicious? These guys have you covered. The Lamb Saj wrap is my go to, but the plate meals are always satusfying . read more

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Darcy K.

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The lamb at this place is so so incredibly good and tender. Get it spicy. It was not burn your face, it was delicious flavor. We also got the dolmas and chicken plate. All were great portions and equally delicious. Great for sharing ! read more

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The owner is extremely nice and gave us a free slice of baklava! The food is nicely priced and you truly get what you pay for. It's great that I live so close, so I can go often. Check it out! read more

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Best falafel saj I've ever had. wooooooooow. Highly recommend with the hot and garlic sauce. It's gold read more

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Acer A.

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The lamb was amazing!! I've ordered the lamb Saj and my Fiancé had the same thing , they were so delicious and tasty !. Not to mention the garlic sauce was on point . We are definitely coming back . read more

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The food here is exceptional. We've come here twice in two weeks and got the beef kebabs with the hummus and tzatziki. It's one of the best beef kebabs we've had. The owner was so nice when I told him about how much we enjoy his food. As we walked away he called me over and gave me a free baklava it was absolutely delicious! read more

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Great hummus and shawarma. Fast service on delivery. Would recommend to anyone looking for gyros and fresh food! Thank you SE!!

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Genevieve R.

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I have eaten Greek cuisine at a limited number of locations in my life, less than a handful. However, I've appreciated the tastes well enough to be explorative, and cognizant of the differences between those I've checked out. 2 of the 4 places I've visited have seemed high quality, based off of the fullness of flavor, distinction between / the melding of spices, and the quality of the other ingredients. Shawarma Express cuisine texture/flavor seem akin to Nicholas's Restaurant which I have visited several times over the previous 15 or so years. I've eaten here twice and have liked it a lot each time! read more

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645 NW Adams St
McMinnville , OR 97128
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Hours

What time does Shawarma Express Halal open?

Shawarma Express Halal opens at 11:30 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Shawarma Express Halal close?

Shawarma Express Halal is closed on Monday.Shawarma Express Halal closes at 8:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon ClosedTue-Sun 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Shawarma Express Halal take credit cards?

Yes, Shawarma Express Halal takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Shawarma Express Halal have catering options?

Yes, Shawarma Express Halal does have catering options.

Does Shawarma Express Halal have a happy hour?

Yes, Shawarma Express Halal has a happy hour.

Does Shawarma Express Halal serve alcohol?

Yes, Shawarma Express Halal serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Shawarma Express Halal allow dogs?

Yes, Shawarma Express Halal allows dogs.

Does Shawarma Express Halal have TVs?

No, Shawarma Express Halal does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Shawarma Express Halal have bike parking?

Yes, Shawarma Express Halal has bike parking.

Does Shawarma Express Halal have outdoor seating?

Yes, Shawarma Express Halal has outdoor seating options.

Does Shawarma Express Halal have parking?

Yes, Shawarma Express Halal has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Shawarma Express Halal wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Shawarma Express Halal is wheelchair accessible.

Does Shawarma Express Halal have free WiFi?

Yes, Shawarma Express Halal has free WiFi.

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mediterranean restaurant halal

History

Established in 2009.

For the love of shawarma we started our first restaurant in seaside town in Oregon 2009, in 2014 we started the food cart business, we love our customers we want to show them our hospitality and welcome them like they're home.

Meet the Business Owner: Ahmed Alfayyadh A.

I am Ahmed the owner of shawarma express locations in Portland, I mange 2 locations in downtown, I work 7 days a week. Feel free to come and introduce your self we can both share our experiences and thought.

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20.0 mi

Went to get a takeout bowl of soup for lunch. The servers clearly appeared disorganized, the soup…read morewasn't hot (and had to be reheated twice), I wasn't given my bread to go with it and was just disappointed by the whole atmosphere and service. I wouldn't go there if I were you, it's just not worth it.

Decided to try this place out with a Groupon I purchased. (Just an FYI, Groupons can't be used on…read morethe daily specials). I wanted to try the daily special, but opted for the "Oregon Special" lunch sandwich instead. I figured that if it is always on their menu, they should have it down pat. The house coffee was fine- pretty much as expected for house coffee. They had 3 unique self-serve blends available (including fair trade and certified organic blends). There was ample seating and the decor was pretty good considering the location. I had a new worker manning the order station, who was obviously stressed with the lunch rush. I won't hold it against her, or the cafe, for my order taking a little longer than usual. The food was good but didn't blow me away. It was presented nicely, but nothing spectacular that made me feel the need to rush back soon. I'd like to try again soon but am in no great rush.

Dar Essalam

4.7(735 reviews)

22.1 mi

The Moroccan vibe definitely comes alive as soon as you walk into the building. All of the tables,…read morechairs, decor and art on the walls really takes you somewhere else. The food was excellent. The portions are perfect and do not overpack their plates with unnecessary calories. I feel like they gave me just enough to experience everything fully without overdoing it. For reference I am a 200lb man who can eat and felt satiated with everything I got. The seasoning was unique and not overly saturated so that you did not feel like they were trying to hide the main parts of the dish, but trying to accentuate them. Service was great as well. Attentive and kind and very welcoming to the restaurant. I will absolutely come back and bring people.

Everything was as presented. The spices were perfect…read more Presentation was very well done. We had variety of dishes, from couscous to the desert bacillas. I would recommend this restaurant highly.

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Darbar Halal Market

4.9(20 reviews)

39.4 mi

I was on a mission from The Columbian--or maybe just following a hot tip in the local paper--when I…read morediscovered Darbar Halal Market. My expectations were low, having nearly mistaken it for a secret society meeting thanks to its location next to the bright beacon of caffeine that is Paper Tiger Coffee. It's hidden in a building where, apparently, only food ninjas know the entrance, and the parking lot is the only thing that's well-lit. Inside, past a treasure trove of loose-leaf tea and spices, I found a well-lit menu the size of a large billboard near the register. The owner, a very proud and friendly man, took my order. He was practically beaming about his establishment and, tragically, informed me I'd just missed the last of the homemade baklava. The disappointment was real. We ordered two items that would change my worldview: the Jalapeño Smash Burger and the Falafel Sandwich. First up: the burger. A double for a cool $8 à la carte! I was not prepared for this flavor explosion. What sets it apart is the seasoning--a symphony of black pepper and savory spices that hit just right. The American cheese was melted into perfection, creating a beautiful orange cascade over perfectly sautéed onions and jalapeños. A sturdy but soft brioche bun heroically contained all the juicy chaos. Seriously, this smash burger is better than some places that have "burger" in their name. Then, the falafel sandwich--a fresh, flavorful masterpiece. It features freshly baked, airy pita bread, ground chickpea falafel, crisp veggies, and their legendary house-made green sauce (which tastes like a cilantro-garlic party in my mouth). It was a light and delicious counterpoint to the burger's meaty glory. The only confusing part is the seating situation. There's plenty of space, but no tables. It's a "take your incredible food and run" situation. I'll be back for that elusive baklava and another burger, you can count on it. Highly recommend finding this culinary speakeasy!

An extremely amazing establishment. The staff is incredibly friendly, the place is clean, and the…read morefood high quality! This is my 4th time here and I'm surprised I haven't reviewed this place yet ‍ I've tried almost everything on the menu. And all have been delicious! Today I got the cheeseburger again. So good! A bit oily this time but still good. A must try this place :) cute corner shop, affordable prices :)

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Crystals Cuisine & Cafe

4.3(118 reviews)

44.7 mi

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Walking in to the restaurant I was inundated with the delicious smells of Mediterranean cuisine…read more Warm, earthy, spicy goodness. Andy, the proprietor, was pleasant and helpful in making selections. I ordered a couple shawarma plate and a couple pit wraps... the wraps were devoured by hungry young adults before I got to snap a photo. The shawarma plates were spicy and delicious. The beef was slightly drier than I prefer but it was still quite tasty. The niece said the lamp gyro pita wrap was the best lamb she's had. I don't know what her lamb experience has been but it's a great compliment I think. After placing my order it only took 14 minutes to get my food. It was securely packaged and still warm upon getting home. The sauce is peppery goodness. Must have it on everything! Great experience. Will go again!

I love the smoothies here and the falafel. BEST SMOOTHIES IN TOWN! I recommend any smoothie with…read moremango, creamy-style. I love the place's ambience and they play good music. The service is fast!