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    Simone's Kitchen

    4.8 (81 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:30 pm

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    Ashlee D.

    I've been to their other locations so I knew what to expect which is bright interior, friendly staff, quick service and delicious, fresh food! I had the large make your own bowl with meatballs and chicken and got a side of falafel. It's enough for 2 meals easily. Will continue to return!

    Lemon Garlic Potatoes & Goat Cheese Pie
    Kylie M.

    I am a huge fan of Simone's, both this location and the Albany one. The food is fresh and delicious. The create your own bowls are a steal, at just $12 and they let you load on the toppings. I was stuffed! Service is quick and efficient, perfect for a meal before a show at Proctors. It's a casual dining restaurant where you order at the counter. Plenty of seating although it can get busy. I am looking forward to my visit already!

    Orange Blossom Lemonade, Creamy Tomato Sweet Harissa Soup, And Falafel Snack
    Steve A.

    Came after hearing lots of great things about this Schenectady cafe, and it was even better than expected. It may be a counter order place, but don't let that make you think it's mediocre. Simone's beats some of these fancy ass restaurants. Good prices for the quality you get. There's plenty of healthy and vegetarian choices and other great stuff. A lot of the menu is Mediterranean and Middle Eastern. It has Greek, Italian, Lebanese, and more. There's lots of things for vegetarians. It has fresh made lemonades for about $2, including varieties made with orange blossom. The menu is divided into types of platters. A lot of these are good portions, not too big. It's about $6 for a cup of the Creamy Tomato And Sweet Harissa Soup. Has a not too hot spicy it's to it. The Falafel Snack is a bowl of falafel with tahini and vegetables. Simple but full of flavor. There's also bigger bowls with proteins like chicken, shawarma, and others. Great stuff for pretty great prices to be honest. It's order at the counter, so it's nothing fancy but it's not cheap ass junk either to be sure. There's lots of the usual Middle Eastern items, with many things okay for vegans and vegetarians.

    Big Chicken Shawarma and Big Falafel
    Will M.

    Simone's Kitchen is a must. Take the walk, or order online, to get some of the freshest, house made meals Schenectady has to offer. When you walk in the atmosphere is open and clean. Walk up to the counter and order from a simplified, yet refined menu; or build your own bowl. The food is all made in house and is fresh and flavorful. The prices are beyond reasonable and, in most cases, lower than even fast food. I can't wait to go back to Simone's. PS - Their Wing Walk wing in 2023 was amazing!

    Fig bar&orange cranberry cake

    Clean,delicious&considerate. We had a nice view of the street in downtown Schenectady,wait staff/cooks were mindful of sesame& nut allergies which I didn't expect at this style of restaurant. Tried three entrees- Mediterranean,falafel&goat cheese pizza all good but the bowls were great! We were there at noon& not too noisy though the 20 degree temp likely kept some folk home. The Americano was perfect& the cardamom black tea sweeter than I'm used to but tasted good. I will go back:)!

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    Christine C.

    I just adore this place. Quick, convenient and the freshest of ingredients! I love the bright surprising flavors. The baklava is really good too. Simone's Kitchen is a vibrant beacon that really stands out in the dull greasy world of quick casual. Love this little gem!

    Daniel A.

    First time around! Really enjoy Indian, Mediterranean, Greek, Italian, and Turkish. Food/Drink: Entrees we're amazing, everything tasted fantastic. The flavors and the smells were intoxicating! I had the big bowl, tabuleh, tapenade, hummus, and grilled chicken. Bread and Apps: The bread was Small and a tad sweet. Dinning Area: Pretty Small, but roomy. Prices: Relatively cheap. Big bowl, entree, and a drink I got away for $17. Parking: Street parking. Bathrooms: Bathrooms were clean and smaller in size. Atmosphere: During the weekday Dinner rush, pretty slow. I did not wait long. Staff/Attendants: Ladies were Great, family owned and operated I presume. Guy behind the counter was super funny. Authentic. Awesome experience wish I had my wife, I will be back! 10/10

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    Frances L.

    First Mediterranean Bowl eating place in upstate NY. Lucky to have it located a few miles from my house on the Jay Street Pedestrian Mall in downtown Schenectady. Eat in or take out, the place is large. Five servers manned the large, organized ,and clean looking serving table to make and customize orders. Many tables were located in the restaurant. Tables at the window would be great for people watching. I posted photos of the menu for you to see the variety. I ordered a Chicken Swarma Bowl for take out. It was fresh and delicious. I was able to select what I wanted in my bowl. No rice. Added chick pea salad. ***The Kale leaf MINT condiment was incredible. Good Flavor punch with the chicken which was tender and flavored nicely. I am happy I got the Pumpkin Olive Oil Cake. It was very moist, and the pumpkin flavor was delicious. Please check out my photos.

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    "Chipotle but Mediterranean food" - loved the build your own bowl, everything was fresh and delicious.

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    I ordered pick up. Clean restaurant. Friendly staff. Tasted great and very reasonably priced.

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    9 months ago

    Food is fabulous! Also, the service is stellar! I'm bringing my cousin there for our birthdays...

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    Excellent breakfast menu and sweets. Nice ambience. Their cakes to order are quite amazing.

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