We recently had dinner at Turkish Kebab House and really enjoyed our experience…read more Our waitress, Angel, was excellent. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal without ever being intrusive. We started with the Mezze Platter, and it was a great choice. The hummus and babaganush were especially delicious, fresh, flavorful, and a perfect way to begin the meal. For our entrees, we ordered the Beyti Sarma and the Chicken Sis. Both dishes were very tasty and well prepared. The only surprise was that the Chicken Sis appeared to be made entirely with dark meat. We don't mind dark meat, but it would be helpful if the menu mentioned that so guests know what to expect. To finish the meal, we shared the baklava and a Turkish coffee. The baklava was delicious, and the Turkish coffee was an excellent way to end the evening. The only other observation is that the prices are a bit on the high side, but that's becoming fairly common with many quality restaurants today. Overall, the food, service, and atmosphere made for a very enjoyable dining experience, and we'd happily return.

Angel is so sweet and kind! Love the rice pudding! I love the atmosphere, beautiful lamps and…read morescarves

What, what, what?…read more Seriously, stop reading this review and go to Brindi's immediately! Wow... We had the sampler platter, which was yum and then some. Crazy delicious Baba ghanoush. (I will share some of the completely pretentious, but true comments circulating at our table.) "I haven't had eggplant this good since Santorini." And the mushrooms. "Diners in Istanbul would be jealous of this dish. I had amazing mushrooms at that fab little place near the Blue Mosque, but these are now my fave stuffed mushrooms in the world." Yeah , Snowbirds, the chicken kebab is healthy and flavorful, but, "The lamb will transport your taste buds." Our desert was a Dubai delight. "The only thing that would make this dish more delightful and decadent would be to dust it with flakes of 24 carat gold." Oh, and the staff is AMAZING We discussed climbing over the fence and pitching a tent in their garden on the way home. Fellow Foodies, Brindi's puts Green Valley on the current gastronomical map of Southern AZ. P.S. Dear Brindi's, have you thought about adding a few weekend brunch items?

The food and staff are wonderful! Lori was so kind to my service dog, bringing her fresh water…read morebecause it was extremely hot outside. The salad was fresh and enough for 3 people!

I love bringing my dad and husband to Kabul Corner. The food is fresh and it truly feels like…read morecomfort food for me. When I lived in Pakistan as a child, there was a street vendor who sold French fries and Afghani mint chutney. Dipping the fries here into the chutney was very nostalgic and brought back a lot of memories. The Qabuli Palaw and Chapli Kabob are so good. The meat is tender, flavorful, and has that fall apart consistency that makes every bite enjoyable. We also tried Jalebi, Firni, Doogh, and Saffron Tea. Everything tasted good. The Firni was more liquid this time and we were hoping for the thicker consistency we had before. The Saffron Tea is enjoyable, but I wish the flavor was a little stronger, which is more of a personal preference. The ambiance is nice. They moved things around to create more space for the restaurant and it really opened up the place. The shoppable items are now on the far wall, giving diners more room. Service was kind. Our waiter spent time talking with another family, and to be thoughtful he brought us complimentary soup. It was delicious and very appreciated. Overall, very kind service and very authentic Afghan food. Comfort in every bite!

Came for a midday lunch, first time here. We ordered the eggplant special and the lamb…read moreshank/basmati rice dishes. The lamb was amazing, best ever. Service was friendly and prompt. Will definitely return

I adore Eastern European food and it's so hard to find in the US. The delightful service is like…read morebeing fed at your father in law's house. You feel like family. Don't miss the tzatsiki and red bell pepper spreads for an appetizer. The stuffed grape leaves were also amazing. We were given a complimentary dish of a lovely pasta in what I think was a paprika sauce. Off the menu, family style dish, out of this world. Try the cabbage slaw, stuffed cabbage, and the meatballs - all beautifully prepared and seasoned perfectly. Highly recommended.

This restaurant feels like you're walking into someone's home. The owner/chef and his wife were…read moreseated, talking, when we walked in just before 1p. You could feel the love in the room. Looking over the menu everything sounded fabulous. The owner took my order and when I asked for the shish kebab he said "not the best". So I asked for his suggestion. He said I would like the meatballs better and that they were lighter. Well I listened and he was right. They treat you like family here and want you to like what they make you. My husband had the goulash and it was also spectacular. The salad before the meal was also a surprise star. Coated in lemon and olive oil and just the right salt and pepper it was a light delicious way to get your veggies. I will be back here frequently.

ARE YOU KIDDING ME???? I may move to Tucson just to eat this food on a regular basis. BEST Greek…read morefood I've ever had, including IN GREECE. Thank you for a wonderful meal. Keep doing what you're doing. PS I realize that this is officially Turkish, but it's all Greek to me.

Had lunch at Istanbul today with two friends. We started with the combo appetizer: tzatziki,…read morehummus, and sarma, with pita, tomatoes and cucumbers. The vegetables were fresh and crisp and the sarma was the best I've had. We all ordered the same entree: rotisserie beef and lamb on pita bread, served with tzatziki sauce; choice of fries or Greek salad. All tasty, but I do prefer my gyro meat in slices rather than little chunks. It seems less moist in chunks. Service was excellent, efficient and friendly. The meal was huge and we all took home enough for dinner or lunch tomorrow. Sorry, I started eating before I snapped pics, lol.

We finally made it to Opa's Best, and it definitely lived up to the hype! We ordered the Classic…read moreGyro and the Chicken Gyro, and both were fantastic. The meat was perfectly seasoned, the veggies were fresh and crisp, the pita was warm and soft, and the tzatziki brought everything together perfectly. The atmosphere was low-key and relaxing, making it a great spot to sit down and enjoy a meal. The portions were generous, everything tasted fresh, and the service was excellent. A big shoutout to Meraj for being friendly, attentive, and making us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. Great food, great service, and a relaxing ambiance--we'll definitely be back!

Service: a bit slow and inconsistent. Lots of people it seems, but not organized nor attentive…read more Food: enjoy the souvlaki and mezza plate. It's pretty solid Greek food. The dolmas, falafal was good. Stand out: free appetizer plate. The tzatziki is tasty!

Such a unique dining experience. You walk in and it doesn't even feel like you're still in Tucson,…read morethe lights are low, and there's columns and a waterfall. It's such a cool aesthetic. Having not had Persian food before, we were grateful for our friendly and knowledgeable waiter. He even brought my husband the can for the beer he ordered so he could see what he was drinking, which was a Persian lager. I had a sip and it was really good. He also showed me how to find what art was hanging if I was curious. Definitely went above and beyond to make us feel taken care of. We ended up getting the eggplant and hummus dip with levash and the Persian room special player which included saffron rice, chicken, filet mignon, and koobideh, who was like a meatball that was cooked on a skewer. Everything was so good, the chicken was actually my favorite it was so juicy. Took a baklava home and it was so good! It tasted a little lighter than others I've tried, like phyllo dough was a little different but I loved it. Recommend checking out this place at least once!

My husband and I had dinner here last night. It was three years ago when we were last here. I was…read morehappy to see that the menu stated "all entree's are Gluten Free" I didn't ask about the possibility of there being wheat flour in the stew gravy. Just didn't order it. My husband asked about the bread and we were told that it is not gluten free. It was busy, with several families with young children. Someone came right over and gave us water and bread with onions, herbs and butter. My husband said the bread was good. Our server arrived shortly and told our drink order. When she returned with our wine, we ordered the Dolmas appetizer. It didn't take long for the appetizer to arrive and we both enjoyed. We hadn't eaten for many hours so we were quite hungry and ready to enjoy eating. Our entree's took a bit longer to arrive. My husband got the Lamb Loin and said it was quite good. It was a generous portion. I didn't get a photo because it disappeared quickly. I got the Chicken Barg Sultani, which was tasty and an extremely generous portion. I ended up bringing half of it home. I wouldn't call the Persian Room a romantic restaurant, as it was quite noisy when we were there. It is more of an old school, upscale decor with a casual feel. Most people were in shorts and t shirts. It was the dinner hour, so perhaps it would be more quiet earlier or later. There are a lot of choices on the menu, a full bar and an eclectic wine list. We have tried a lot of restaurants in the four years we've lived in Tucson. Most of the time I think it would have been better if I'd cooked it myself. Sometimes it's just nice to not have to shop for a variety of ingredients. This was one of those times. We wanted something different, and the experience was enjoyable.

Just Kabob was such a great find. We ordered the Family Style Meal and it comfortably fed four…read moreadults. The chicken skewers were tender, the beef koobideh had great flavor and the saffron rice, pickled vegetables and grilled tomatoes tied everything together. We chose the dolmehs (x6, I ate one before taking the photo) and the two baklavas with our family meal and both were delicious. The owner is also the chef and he truly puts his heart into this restaurant. Every time we have gone, whether it is just us or when we bring family and guests, he always makes a point to say hello, visit our table and make us feel welcome. It adds so much charm to this delicious spot. They also have a huge selection of Ready Meals made in house by the owner. The flavors are fresh and feel like home cooked food made from the heart. It is an amazing option for meal prep because nothing feels repetitive. Prices are competitive with meal prep services and the portions have plenty of protein. The menu has Middle Eastern, Thai, Mediterranean and Desi flavors and everything tastes thoughtful and fresh. It truly is a gem and a place we will be returning to.

*First question: why have I not heard of this place before…read more *Also first question... when am I coming back here next? *Here's the deal: fantastic food. You get to choose your kebab and it's grilled on site. *Can't go wrong with anything on the menu. *Mezze platter is for sharing or a meal and a half served with warm pita. The tabouleh was so refreshing and citrusy * The Fesenjan (stew with walnuts and pomegranate)... hard to describe.., but highly recommend trying. It's mild but full of flavor. * We got the Sultani and opted for the Beef Afrique (for a small up charge). Both kebabs were flavored uniquely. The Afrique is spicy. If you are not sure if you can eat it... go with your instinct and opt for one of the many other delicious kebabs (saffron chicken, lemon garlic etc). * MSG free *Selection of desserts *Bonus: frozen meals to go with a large selection of International cuisines (Thai, African, Pilipino etc). *Seating indoor and outdoor * Super nice staff and owner