Drove past this hole in the wall for years and took a chance. Perhaps in Lebanon diners eat in an…read moreunheated enclosed narrow porch in February: Outside temp 40F -- inside 56F. Ate with coats on under skylights. Baba ganoush starter with hot pita triangles was the highlight, quickly went downhill. Naji Panini (eggplant) with French (not Lebanese) fries, very dry falafel with dry (ancient) potato salad. Lesson learned: Lebanese cuisine is best enjoyed in summer.

What a wonderful hidden gem in the Berkshire Mountains of Western MA. The authenticity of their…read moreLebanese food is unsurpassed imo, from soup to mezze and main course, you will be delighted with the quality, freshness and flavors. If you have or were to have a Lebanese grandmother, this is the kind of home cooking that stirs fond memories of those cherished bygone visits to grandma's house for one of her sumptuous homemade meals. Naji's menu is perfect, not so many items that you'll get lost but a perfect sampling of all the major categories plus some. Given a week's notice, they can accommodate just about any special requests you might have. If you like Mediterranean cuisine this is a don't miss experience in Lebanese dining, one that will leave a lasting impression. This little resto is worth a drive from anywhere in N.E., heck, maybe even further away than that. Super food, excellent hospitality, Naji's for the win win..!!

Saganaki flambe appetizer. Our server, Hannah, set it ablaze. Falafel, Chicken Kabob, and…read moreSpanikopita & lemon potatoes. Huge portions. Everything is delicious.

We ordered takeout for dinner and unfortunately it was not as good as the reviews claimed. I…read moreordered a chicken kebab dinner platter with rice and there was no way the chicken had come off of a kebab. There was no char and barely a sear on the meat. Not to mention that it was pretty dry and bland. If I had not asked for extra tzatziki, it may have been even tougher to eat. My wife ordered a chicken souvlaki pita sandwich which she said was not bad. Finally, my daughter ordered a grilled cheese kids meal which was cheese inside of pita and their in house sliced potato's. My daughter enjoyed her meal. I did appreciate their attention to my daughter's food allergies.

Alibaba is probably the oldest Turkish restaurant in the Albany area, and it recently got a nice…read moreupgrade -- from the furniture to the serving plates and menus. The place feels much more modern and inviting now. Our family especially enjoys the beyti kebab, the güveç, and their pide. I haven't tried the pizza yet, but since their pide is very good, I imagine the pizza would also be solid. For me though, the real highlight at Alibaba is the mezze. In Turkish cuisine, grilled meats and kebabs are almost always enjoyed with a variety of mezze. They might technically be sides, but they're a big part of the whole experience. These days there are several Turkish kebab places in the area, but none of them offer a wide selection of fresh, house-made mezze like Alibaba does. At many places you're lucky if you find one or two options, often just a basic ezme. At Alibaba you'll find around ten different mezze and each one tastes distinct and freshly made. Every time I tell myself I'll just take a little... and somehow I end up filling a big mezze plate. Honestly, even when we grill at home, our motivation is picking up mezze from Alibaba to go with it. I'm not sure if it gets the credit it deserves, but don't skip the mezze here -- you'd be missing out. In fact, start with the mezze and figure out the rest later :))

So so so delicious! We are visiting from NYC and so happy Ali Baba was opened despite the snow…read morestorm; the staff were so friendly and the food was phenomenal! We had my 3 yr old son with us who was a little loud but they never made us feel unwelcome which is always a relief! Will def come back next time we are in town; wish there was one in queens near my neighborhood!!

Guys I found it! I…read morefound my favorite capital region eatery. Specifically, the "quick", easy, and cost effective food spot. I don't consider it "fast food" but sure, it's an assembly line bowl place, similar to the "chipotle" concept. I've now tried both the Albany (Stuyvesant plaza) location and the OG - Coxsackie one. Both were amazing. The big bowl at Coxsackie was ~$12 and it totally fills me up. Tastes delicious, and you can customize it, and I don't feel they nickel and dime ya, with up charges. Everything tastes fresh and the portion for price is on par and great for what you get. Pita is included with every bowl. Now, I can't wait to taste and try the entire menu and zero in on my favorite bowl, or do a make your own. Thanks Simones. You'll see me a bunch. If it was walking distance or closer, I'd go weekly!

Food is very flavorful fresh. The pomegranate lemonade was yummy too. Service is quick and the…read moreemployees were very nice and friendly. It's small inside but has a nice atmosphere and a good amount of seating for the space.

Great service, ambiance, and food. Group of 4 stopping by for a sit down lunch and everything was…read moregreat! There were two menus to pick from that offered a variety of items for everyone to choose from. Appetizer platter was a great choice to try a little bit of everything and the falafel was one of the crunchiest and flavorful falafels I've ever had. Super cute inside. Lots of street parking.

We had a really lovely experience at this Mediterranean restaurant. We started with the lentil soup…read moreand hummus dip, and both were absolutely delicious--fresh, flavorful, and a perfect way to begin the meal. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with a great vibe that made it easy to relax and enjoy our time. The food overall was very good, and you can tell care goes into both the preparation and presentation. Definitely a place we'd come back to and recommend to others looking for a nice spot with great Mediterranean flavors.

delicious lunch meeting with friends. Had a half Italian submarine sandwich lunch specialread more

Really good chicken parm dinner. They do a signature bake of the entire plate of chicken,…read morespaghetti, and mozz that is just so good. I get it almost every time i go! Friendly attentive service...Danny is a gem.

Food - 100/10 Service - Exemplary…read moreAmbiance - Welcoming Great for large groups, families, meeting your best friend or just going by yourself. Also great for take out! What's good on the menu? EVERYTHING

The food here never disappoints! The service is always friendly. However the dining room area could…read moreuse some deep cleaning.

In one word, Amazing! The atmosphere was inviting, relaxing, and comfortable. The menu extensive,…read moremany options available. The portions were huge. The food was was fresh made to order, flavors were amazing. The staff and owner were welcoming and personable. Can't wait to go back.

I am half Greek and this place is legit! A very pleasant surprise for a region that is mostly very…read morelacking in good restaurants. The tiropita (better than the spanakopita), mousaka, and pastitsio are particularly tasty. My only complaint is it's a bit on the pricey side. My husband and I spend close to $100 for dinner for two people with appetizers etc. And the horiatiki (greek salad) could use more feta. But it's very yummy!! Efharisto!

A hidden gem! We loved this place. A very cozy spot with super friendly and attentive staff. The…read moreMediterranean Omelette was fantastic...fluffy, packed with ingredients and loaded with flavor. A great cup of coffee as well. Will definitely return here next time we visit the area!

Outstanding breakfast!! Wow the breakfast potatoes are so good and everything about the meal was…read moredelicious. Even the coffee. A cute place on the main road only open through lunch, has a great reputation among the locals. The employees were very kind and accommodating. I love places like this and I hope you love Electras too.

Even though some of my friends disagree, I consider Sultan Family Restaurant's food one of the best…read morein Massachusetts. I always start with the chicken or beef Pelmeni as an appetizer, which never disappoints. They serve their homemade pita bread with butter, a simple but delicious touch. For my main dish, I order the mixed grill--it's truly mind-blowing, always soft, juicy, and cooked to perfection. However, their Adana (beef) Kebap is a bit below average, tasting more like a frozen version, which could use some improvement. The small salad portion is also too small--it feels more like a sample plate, and they could definitely size it up. The restaurant is usually very quiet, which means the service is good and quick, and the staff is friendly. Long story short, I crave their food and always find reasons to eat there--even if my friends don't join me.

The food is amazing!! We had a Fried Veggie Salad, the Mixed Grill Kabab Platter and the Beef…read morePilimeni. It was all so wonderfully flavored. Definitely will return! Bringing the whole family!