Always the best best BEST! Got a family-style meal with salad instead of rice, subbed two of the…read morechicken skewers for koobideh (total of four skewers of koobideh and 1 skewer chicken). Added a tofu skewer and a vegetable skewer. The vegetables were packed separately with care for the vegetarians at my house...THANK YOU! The order was NOT ready at the time it was supposed to be, but they hooked us up with hummus as service recovery. The only things off-putting to me was that there's a code for the restroom even though there's more than one stall. A couple of us were standing around waiting for no reason until the lady came out and said "there's more than one stall in there!" The other thing that was off-putting is an employee walked in (uniform on) with her kids and walked into the kitchen with her kids with her. The kids were walking in and out of the kitchen area multiple times with no supervision (where did mom go?!) They eventually walked out with open cups of drinks. Not too sanitary and no one said anything to her or the kids that I could hear.

The food is amazing that's why I keep coming. The service horrible one day you got a server who has…read morea huge attitude, then you have one that neglects you. I come in today hungry just wanted some good food it's not too busy so it's perfect you would think no. I get seated the table is dirty. Honestly if you look around most of them are dirty. I sit here for about 20 minutes waiting to be asked can I get you something to drink atp i already know what I want and I'm upset rightfully so. Still no one has came to clean the table, no water nothing. They need to get more help. I can't keep trying to be patient when this happens every single time. The only good person here is the guy expo i dont know what his name is but he is on it and knows what he is doing.

Been going to this restaurant for 15 years. Best Mediterranean food in Riverside. When I want…read morecomfort food and don't feel like making it myself, this is where I go. I hope this place stays open forever. (Have to laugh sometimes though, because occasionally they have this one person at the register who doesn't understand Arabic names. lol)

Haven't been to this place in years but I really wanted some Mediterranean food and it's the…read moreclosest to where I work. After eating this meal I was reminded why I don't come here. Let's break it down: -Staff is friendly and helpful but service is slow - Food is just ok and is pricey for what you get - A gyro, fries and a water was almost $20! - They do have plenty of seating inside and the interior is basic and relatively clean. They give you a tiny container of tzatziki on the side for your gyro which does nothing for the gyro. There is no additional sauce other than that small side they give you. It's pretty dry and needs more. They do give you a nice amount of meat but the taste is mediocre at best. The fries are good and were freshly made. If I'm paying $20 for this meal, I expect more in terms of quality and taste.

I give FuFu's a solid 3.5. It's a nice, quick Mediterranean eat in a food court…read more I came to visit my friend and visit nearby businesses in Riverside in a food court. The food court had a variety of options and there was ample seating inside and out. All the indoor tables were taken but ambiance was nice and seemed busy with plenty of patrons. We decided to try Fufu's and it was pretty good. It reminded me of a Mediterranean chipotle and I thought the food was pretty fresh. The cashier was nice and gave me the option to choose half lettuce and half rice. I liked the chicken with the buffalo sauce and the rice + lettuce combo tasted nice with the protein. I liked the additional toppings of the pickles and tomatoes because it tasted refreshing with the other foods. My friend unfortunately did not really like his meal. He got a beef kabob and other toppings but the meall overall didn't taste good to him. He also only had the option of just rice and wish he was presented with the option of half rice, half lettuce. Overall, it was a fresh eat and I'd eat it again for a quick lunch.

I tried the falafel at the mediterranean place which was ok. The sandwich was a little soggy and…read morebland, but the side of hot sauce helped add some flavor. My falafel wasn't fully cooked the first time I came. My friends got the beef gyro bowls and enjoyed that. They thought it was a great option! The staff is really friendly but the service is pretty slow. I'll probably skip out on this place next time for the falafel, but if you eat meat, worth trying.

The chili mango chicken Kabab was just delicious. There is not other word to describe it. (Period)…read more Great customer service.

Amazing food, incredible service! Will definitely be back!…read more I randomly walked into Sam's on a Saturday expecting some delicious food. Not only was food delicious, the service was top notch. Multiple servers checked in on us making sure our drinks were filled (Strawberry lemonade is soo good) and if our food was ok. The food was delicious and served to us quickly. Highly recommend

This small but mighty business is located in the Ralph's shopping center off La Sierra. It's right…read morenext to Starbucks so I suggest parking in the inner 2nd parking lot row instead of right in front in the 1st row....otherwise you may get stuck due the Starbucks drive thru line. Walking in you go straight to the counter to order - menu hangs about the register. I ordered a regular gyro pita sandwich and my husband ordered the gyro pita sandwich with added pork meat and he got it as a combo with rice and a salad. Gyro meat is spot on. Love it - not too soft and not too crispy. The taztziki sauce is so good here but you must love the garlic aftertaste as it will be in your mouth for awhile!! The pita bread is sooo soft and fresh. Overall the sandwich in itself is filling and my husband felt overall full with his two sides. Our total was $29 for the sandwich and sandwich combo.

I'm somewhat new to the area and had been going to Kabob Grill by Tyler Mall, which was my…read morereference for good Greek food. While driving by, I decided to stop here for a quick lunch, and I'm so glad I did. First of all, the place is impeccable. I work in cleaning services, so I notice these things right away. Everything was spotless. The ambiance is clean, welcoming, and comfortable. Service was fast, but what stood out was that the cashier still took the time, with a smile, to explain parts of the menu when we had questions. The prices are surprisingly affordable. When my mom hesitated because of the language, they made the effort to speak Spanish to make her feel comfortable, which meant a lot to us. We were served at our table, and honestly, the first bite was heavenly. I thought I already loved Greek food, but this went beyond anything I've tried before. Definitely coming back

Tried Yafa today and wow - absolutely delicious! I ordered a chicken pita and it was super fresh,…read morejuicy, and full of flavor. The chicken was perfectly cooked, tender and well-seasoned, with amazing pickled veggies and a generous amount of creamy sauce. The pita itself was soft, warm, and lightly toasted - exactly how it should be. Also we tried falafel and homemade hummus! So fresh! I think I've never tried better hummus And yeah - portions are great for the price, definitely will come back

I'd give it 3.5 out of 5 stars…read more Yafa Cuisine is a good local spot and a decent value for the portion sizes. You definitely get a good amount of food for your money. The meat was tender, juicy, and well-seasoned, which was the highlight of the meal. The rice had good flavor, but unfortunately it wasn't fully cooked, which took away from the experience a bit. The food also took a while to come out, so be prepared for a longer wait. One downside for me was the pita bread. It was very dry and hard, and not enjoyable at all. Another concern was the open kitchen. While the area looked clean overall, I did notice the cook using the same gloves to prepare food and then handle items that didn't appear clean, which was a little off-putting. Overall, Yafa Cuisine has good flavors and generous portions, but a few quality and cleanliness details kept it from being a higher rating.

Absolutely wonderful!…read more Our first visit (and many more will come): warm welcome, amazing service, delicious food! We tried Al Karam out as we were told that the restaurant is the best Pakistani restaurant in the Inland Empire and this is 100% true! Veggie Pakora: just the right amount of spices - deliciously crispy and tender on the inside. Lamb Karahi: tender lamb in a wonderful tomato based sauce. we were asked for spice level: asked for level 7 out of 10 (will try higher next time). Paneer Tikka Masala: Paneer texture was just right (often and easy for overcook), flavors were great! Portion is large Mango Lassi: what a great treat! Garlic Naan and Large Rice: great side dishes - cooks take their time to prepare them, a sign of the general super high quality! Highly recommended! If you never tried Pakistani food, you needed try Al Karam out

Came here to celebrate my brother-in-law's birthday and overall had a great experience…read more It's a family-owned restaurant and you can feel that right away. Everyone was friendly and welcoming, which made the visit more enjoyable. Prices are around $20 per plate, which is reasonable, especially since we ordered a few dishes and shared everything. Service-wise, the wait time was a bit longer than expected. Our food took about 30 minutes to come out, and it felt even longer considering it wasn't a busy weekend. Not a huge issue, but something to keep in mind if you're really hungry. Food was interesting in a good way. The curry dishes have a lighter color and a different flavor compared to typical Indian cuisine. You can tell it's a Pakistani style. I enjoyed trying something different, although I personally still prefer the richer, more familiar Indian flavors. The samosas were very good, and the green sauce, I believe it's called hari, was especially delicious and added a nice kick. The mango lassi drink was a surprise highlight. I'm usually not a big fan of mango lassi, but this one was super delicious. Honestly felt like a hidden gem on the menu. ***One thing to note, check your receipt before paying. They already include an 18% gratuity, and there's still a section to add an additional tip. Overall, the food was delicious, portions were satisfying, and we all left full and happy. Solid 4 stars. I'd come back again, just with a little patience for the wait.

The food here is amaaazing! The lamb is tender and so flavorful. Our Pastor brought our…read morecongregation here to eat a couple months ago and my husband and I always return to eat here!! Best Mediterranean food around by a landslide. 10/10

My parents were from Iraq Sadly they passed years ago…read more In order to enjoy delicious Iraqi cuisine, I'd have make the long drive to San Diego Then I discovered The Palm Tree in Riverside CA Honestly when I saw dolma on the menu I was very skeptical Will it have that delicious lemony sour taste I grew up eating Will the sauce have that hint of pomegranate molasses Will the meat be ground beef or actually minced diced heaven Well this place delivered on everything The dolma is fire The kabob especially the chicken kabob was outstanding The hummus the baba ghonuge absolutely perfect I can't say enough about how much I enjoy this restaurant The lady who owns it is so nice to chat with I rarely speak Arabic these days My wife is a Filipina and I never taught my kids Aramaic or Arabic So speaking to her reminds me of my ethnicity So it's nice

We came in today for lunch and it was pretty busy, but honestly it was such a great experience. The…read morefood was so good and delicious, everything came out perfect. What really stood out was the service there were only two servers, and even though they were clearly busy, they were still so nice and attentive. They kept up with everyone and had such good energy the whole time. You could tell they were working really hard. Definitely would come back!

Came to Kaza Maza for the first time because a friend told me to try it. I was stopping through the…read morearea and it was 20 minutes away from where I was going. I have to say it was very much worth the drive!!! The food was 10/10. I ordered the mix grill and the mean Came out perfect. Super hot and well seasoned. Enough for 2 people but I ate it all in one sitting. Thats how good it was. The staff was also very friendly and made sure I had everything I needed. The staff was super nice but have to say the food was the star today. Im from OC but I'd drive here for a meal any day of the week!! I would have uploaded pics of the food but I ate too fast! Will be back!

Tried Georgie's Mediterranean in Riverside and it definitely delivered…read more I got a chicken shawarma bowl with fries as the base, and also a plate with both chicken and beef shawarma. The bowl was really good using fries instead of rice honestly made it hit way harder. The chicken was juicy and well-seasoned, and everything on top tied together really well without feeling too heavy. The combo plate was just as solid. The chicken was tender, the beef had a nice char and flavor, and both tasted fresh. Portions were generous too--definitely didn't feel like they were skimping. Everything tasted authentic and well-made, not dry or bland like some Mediterranean spots can be. Sauces brought it all together without overpowering the meat. Service was quick and the spot has a casual, no-frills vibe--just good food that comes out fast. Overall, really solid Mediterranean spot in Riverside. Good portions, good flavor, and worth coming back to.

Amazing food! Great service! And great atmosphere…read more Wanted to take a photo of the food but once I had the first bite I couldn't stop. Will definitely be coming back.