Shiraz was an excellent choice for a Middle Eastern dish. The food tasted awesome and the portion…read moresizes were pretty good too! From the outside, it doesn't look like there's a lot of seating area, but on the inside they make it work: there are 8-12 tables of 4 at least. Some of the other comments say that the staff was rude: I never experienced this. The owners/staff of the mom-and-pop shop were very kind to my party! I'd recommend giving it a try at least once :).

I tried the gyro plate from Shiraz and it was so tasty. The meat was flavorful, tender, and crispy…read moreon the outside. It came with some rice (optional raisins probably shouldn't have gotten them) and a side salad. Their tzatziki sauce paired perfectly with the meat! It seems they make everything fresh and when you order it, so it took some time to come out, but they are working as hard as they can back there! Everyone was really friendly and hard working.

Amazing food, delicious and spice level exactly what I wanted. A delightful small restaurant of…read morehigh quality kabob fare.

Best food in college station. No I'm serious. Food is fresh, authentic, and delicious. Owner is…read morekind and hospitable.

i've eaten here sooo many times and here's a comprehensive review:…read more to begin, everything tastes quite fresh and the choice of ingredients for the bowls including the chick peas, jalapeños, and sauce are all excellent. the rice here is good and the chicken tastes great. let's talk price. this place can be quite expensive, especially if you are ordering something like a shawarma. personally, i wouldn't just because the amount you get for the price is quite small. for the rice platters, id say it's also a touch expensive for the size, however, there is a deal occasionally on uber eats where you can buy one get one. uber eats of course charges enough in service fees and delivery to basically charge you the full amount anyway, but if you have uber one or some other deals you could get these on an excellent deal. now, i LOVE my halal food, and there really aren't many options for good halal-cart style halal food in college station and even considering that, i find myself missing abu omar when im away from cstat. but when im here, i usually pass by the cart just because the prices are too high to justify eating regularly. i'd definitely suggest running some deals so atleast on certain days its more accessible for students. with that out of the way, id recommend trying a rice platter from abu omar. the staff is nice, the packaging is nice, and the food comes out decently fast. it tastes great and *if* you enjoy it relatively soon after getting it (i.e. your delivery didn't take a long time to arrive, if ordered) you can typically enjoy it quite warm, which is awesome. personally, ill definitely keep eating and enjoying the food from here and keep wishing there were better recurring deals or prices across the menu. taste: 9.5/10 price: 6.5/10 overall: 8/10! a solid, classic halal food cart option in cstat. one of few choices for great halal food. give them a try, but know it's a bit expensive for a student's meal.

I love abu omar Italian shawrma zinger shawrma rap fries 100% definitely recommend this placeread more

This Abu Omar Halel is located in the food court within the MSC Lower Level. I was here today (a…read morevery quiet non-game day Saturday), among the very few open Lunch opportunities. Panda Express and a Smoothie place were the other alternatives. Good food at a nice price. I should have ordered the Falafel or the Shawarma, but went for the Chicken Quesadilla (out of muscle memory?) instead. The order came out fast with fries and a drink, and in generous portions. Lots of seating was available, so me and my reading material did quite well over the 30 minutes or so I hung out and noshed.

Great food and amazing service don't miss it Keep going…read morethere you will love the food You

It's a big disappointment. The quality went down. One of…read morethe spread tasted so off. I think it's spoiled? The beef with potatoes is served cold/below room temperature? The biggest turn off was the pita bread. The last time I came was 1+ year ago and the pita breads were to die for. I'm not sure if they had lowered the quality since then. Very sad. Fadi was my favorite Mediterranean chain in Houston.

Ambience is great. We always enjoy our food. Ordered the Hot Mezze & Mixed Plate was very good!…read more Our server Kylie was fantastic! Staff are highly attentive. Highly recommend.

We finally tried Mezze, and wow--what a fantastic experience! From the moment we walked in, we were…read moregreeted with warmth and hospitality. Our server, Lance, was phenomenal--attentive, friendly, and genuinely passionate about the food. He made us feel right at home. We started with the spicy hummus, and it was a total standout. Creamy, rich, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of heat. Plus, the portion was generous--perfect for sharing (though I kind of wanted it all to myself!). The gyro plate was another hit. The meat was tender and flavorful, with a great blend of spices. It leaned more toward the soft side rather than crispy, which we actually loved--it made every bite melt in your mouth. The accompanying rice and salad were fresh and well-seasoned, rounding out the dish beautifully. And let's talk about the baklava--flaky, buttery layers with just the right touch of sweetness and a satisfying crunch. It was the perfect way to end the meal. Everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared, and the flavors really transported us. We'll definitely be back to try more of the menu--next time, I've got my eye on the lamb kebabs and falafel! Highly recommend Mezze for anyone craving delicious Mediterranean food and top-notch service.

Authentic and flavourful…read more Service and atmosphere: Our server was polite, friendly and helpful. The restaurant was clean and very well designed and decorated. It had great Persian vibe including music played. Food and drinks: Very good selection of traditional dishes that were not westernised as in other Persian restaurants. The food was fresh, well seasoned and was full of flavours. The meats were moist, salad and starter tasted fresh. Pinch of sumac which was available on each table was a perfect addition to our dishes. Highly recommend hot Persian tea. Pricing: $$ - very affordable for the quality and quantity of foods received.

Food is good, service is quick, the restaurant is well-decorated, and servers were considerate in…read morebringing out our food later so it wouldn't get cold while we waited for the last member of our party to arrive :) Only complaint is that we were served hummus, which we assumed came complimentary with the bread & side vegetables since the staff just set it down on our table. However, we were charged for it at the end. I understand the charge itself, but no one at the table had ordered it; they just set it on the table. It would have been nice if the staff had made it clear or asked if we wanted to add it to our meal. Perhaps there was a mix up with another table. Our experience was otherwise great, but double check the menu for what is complimentary and what isn't.

Thanksgiving came around and we had zero desire to cook or clean. Our "plan" (and I use that word…read moreloosely) was Golden Corral. We figured if we got there early, we'd beat the crowd. Cute of us, honestly. We pulled up and that parking lot looked like Beyoncé was performing. Cars everywhere: on the grass, on the curbs, people creating their own imaginary parking spaces. People circling like it was Black Friday. Absolutely not. We left with no backup plan and even less hope. Pulled up Yelp and I remembered that Dimassi's buffet had been on my radar for months, but was it open? Called them up and CHA-CHING!!! Money! They were open, guys. That phone call felt like hitting the lottery. Thanksgiving was saved. We arrived and Dimassi's was calm, clean, and the buffet bar was fully stocked with hot food fresh out of the kitchen. They had your Mediterranean favorites: dips, salads, gyro meat, dolma, chicken kabobs, saffron rice, the good garlicky toum, warm potatoes, fresh pita, everything. They even prepared a turkey for patrons who wanted some. Wow. They understood the assignment. Now a couple things could be tweaked. I like my baba ganoush served warm...and maybe they could have had some lamb options? But, honestly? For a buffet on Thanksgiving at $23 a person ($9 for the 3 yr old with us), they delivered HARD. Dimassi's didn't just feed us...they rescued us from the Golden Corral Hunger Games. Thank you for being open. Thank you for coming through in the clutch. You saved Thanksgiving.

I'd been wanting to check this place out for quite some time. There's another location in Round…read moreRock, but many reviewers said the original spot is much better, so we decided to start with the OG location. Parking is plentiful right in front of the restaurant. We came by on a Saturday around 1 PM, worried it might be packed, but it was actually pretty quiet. You can sit anywhere you like, grab a plate, and pay when you're done. The space is large and open, with three full rows of food and drinks plus a dedicated station for fruit and desserts. Everything was fresh, not overly salty, and there were plenty of options. My favorites were the hummus with eggplant (so flavorful with great texture), the salad and cucumber salad (fresh and refreshing), the dolma (perfectly done), gyro (tender and tasty), baked cauliflower (so good), fried chicken (juicy, crispy, and not salty), falafel (extra crunchy), and the lentil soup (simple but delicious). And don't miss their coffee at the checkout--it has a hint of warm spice and is the perfect finish after a meal. Surprisingly, I ended up loving the vegetable dishes even more than the meats. Overall, yes, $26 per person is on the higher side (what doesn't cost these days, right?!), but it's a great spot to try a variety of Mediterranean dishes that are fresh, simply seasoned, and let the ingredients shine--perfect whether you're new to the cuisine or just want a bit of everything.

good food, quick service, and right next to a small convenience store so you can get snacks and…read moredrinks

Amazing halal! My husband gets lamb/chicken and I get chicken plate. The meat is addictively…read moretender, and flavors are great. Quantity of meat to rice is insanely generous. They do drown it with sauce (which I personally love!) Hummus and pita are also spot on. You can always expect the same quality every time which is a bonus for me. Easily the best halal in south austin. Love this spot!

Some of the best Persian food in town! Avesta has some of the most rich and juicy high quality food…read morethat hits the spot. From generous portions to amazing naan bread I love love coming here. Their cherry rice is just top tier here and it goes so well. I had never had cherry rice before coming here and I'm hooked!. From the pictures you can see its quite a generous portions of rice so you'll be pretty full by the end of it. Kabobs beef/chicken, always extremely fresh, juicy, and rich in flavor. Hummus with the complimentary naan goes so well together I've came back year after years and am happy to report that their quality has remained the same. I always recommend Avesta when it comes to Persian food!

Avesta Persian Restaurant delivers a well-rounded dining experience with a warm, inviting ambiance…read moreand genuinely friendly service that makes you feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. It's the kind of spot that works just as well for a casual dinner as it does for a relaxed night out with friends or family. We started off with the lentil soup, which was comforting and flavorful--light yet satisfying, with a nice balance of spices. The hummus was smooth, creamy, and elevated even more by the complimentary fresh bread, which came out warm and perfectly baked--easily one of the highlights of the meal. For mains, the Koobideh Combination stole the show. The kababs were juicy, well-seasoned, and cooked perfectly, with that classic smoky flavor that makes Persian kabobs so good. Definitely the standout dish and a must-order. The Salmon & Chicken combo was equally impressive--both proteins were tender, nicely grilled, and paired beautifully with the saffron rice and grilled vegetables, giving you a great mix of flavors and textures. We also tried the Soujuk & Cheese Lahmajun, which added a nice twist to the meal. It had a crispy base with rich, savory toppings, and the cheese brought everything together really well--great for sharing. Avesta is a solid go-to for Persian cuisine in Houston. Between the quality of the kababs, fresh bread, and overall flavor, everything hit the mark. Pair that with the great atmosphere and welcoming staff, and it's definitely a place worth coming back to