Wow really enjoyed lunch here. The restaurant is a little off the beaten path, but worth the trip…read more It is located in Hilliard and about 15 minutes from downtown Columbus. We started with the next appetizer plate. You get to try a little bit of everything, but my favorite was the dolmas. The hummus and Baba are both incredible. I couldn't get enough of it and used it on my entrées as well. For entrées, we ordered chicken biryani and tandoori beef kabob bbq. Everything was extremely flavorful and well prepared. My favorite dish was the beef kabob which I didn't expect! Enjoyed the chicken biryani but do wish the chicken came without bones. Definitely would return and recommend this place for a unique menu. It's not typical that you would be able to order Moroccan and Pakistani food at one restaurant!

Everything was stellar about this place. I went to get takeout and the Moroccan owner who greeted…read moreme when I arrived at the restaurant was super nice and welcoming. He told another customer "I want you to have the best customer experience" and he even showed me his clay oven where they bake their naan (see picture). He even asked he where I was from and talked about what made each of their dishes great. It is clear that he and his co-owner (the Pakistaani chef) are proud of their restaurant and their food. He promised that the food would be delicious and in describing each item, he set the bar quite high for me! Driving home was torture as the aromas of the food were so tempting. But then when we finally dug into the meal, we were blown away. Everything we ordered was great; the palak paneer, the Pakistani whole chicken (great deal and takes 45 minutes to make), the baba ghanoush. I would highlight the daal lentil which was freshly made and a bit spicy and full of flavor which we loved. The naan is generous in serving and airy. And for me the best thing was the lamb tagine. I had an awesome tagine years ago in France at a Moroccan restaurant that was so tender, the meat just melted in my mouth. This dish came close to that memory, with a generous serving of dates covered in sesame, complementing the flavor of the lamb. It will be hard for me not to get this dish every time. I cannot recommend this restaurant more. This has been one of the best meals I've had here in Columbus in the last few months. Between the friendly staff and the excellent food, it is definitely worth a try.

Authentic Moroccan cuisine in the heart of Columbus. Tajine House is one of the many food vendors…read morelocated inside the North Market. The chicken tajine is expertly seasoned. Get it over a bed of fluffy turmeric basmati rice or pillowy couscous. There are many fantastic cold salad sides. It's always hard to pick just two! If you aren't quite sure, the wait-staff is patient and willing to give a small tasting sample. Your meal is wrapped to-go. Take it with you or head upstairs to the seating area.

My Yelp CM from out west saw that I was here and recommended this stand…read more As usual he got it right. The food here was incredible. Today we tried the Chicken Tajine and the Paella, which came with Couscous, rice and a Beet Salad. Turns out I'm a fan of the Moroccan cuisine! The staff were super, too! Very friendly and patient. I guess it's easy to tell if someone has never been here. They made me feel like a regular. From now on I will be. They are also great about letting you sample. It would be terrible to buy a huge helping and not like it (I've tasted most everything and don't think it possible). 08/24

Amazing food, service was excellent and it seems like we came at a good quiet time! Tried the…read moreBaklava for dessert and was the best I've ever had Sara was our waitress and was extremely helpful and kind. Would definitely recommend stopping here whether you live in the area or are just passing through

The food was delicious. We got the Spanikopita, Chicken Shawarma Sandwich, Calamari and hummus. The…read moreservice was great and ambiance was good. People were very friendly.

Everything is awesome I would go here again and again. Come here for hookah. I can't exaggerate how…read moregood it is !!!!

I had the most disgraceful sandwich. Had I made this sandwich I would feel compelled to restore…read morehonor to my family. This "Chicken Shwarma", shown on paper to be just that, was essentially a sub bun panini with cubed chicken and white american cheese inside served on a foam plate with potato chips. It's a high school cafeteria affair. The hookah was decent but they had me dropping stacks while they buffer music on YouTube with ads and skress about credit card charges. Pass.

Delicious, authentic, fresh, fast...always hits the spot. Ambiance is relaxed casual, tables are…read moredown and dirty, but family style, perfect for any groups small or large, and even for a date night, pro tip if date goes well, can grab ice cream right down the street at Jeni's, and if the date doesn't go well, you can ditch your date after dinner...and go have ice cream at Jeni's

The best Mediterranean food in town. They have hummus to baklava and everything in between to…read moredelight your taste buds. Quick friendly service. Walk up in between the food displays to order your food and drinks. Don't forget they have mint tea and Turkish coffee. Two large dining areas with plenty of seating for small or large groups. Even a fireplace in the front dining area.

This place was very good. Loved the flavors together and the staff was very friendly. Clean…read morerestaurant as well I would come back

The restaurant was very clean and inviting with huge clean windows as I entered the location. The…read morestaff was enthusiastic and ready to help, as this was my first time visiting. I grabbed a pita with Greek chicken and different toppings and well it's amazing to the taste. The pita was light and warm.

The food was absolutely amazing! The staff were all so kind and friendly. I was only in town for a…read moreshort amount of time, but got the recommendation from the dispensary down the street. I wasn't able to return for a second meal but while attending Lost lands, I told numerous people about the location. The restaurant was very well kept and tidy. I couldn't have asked for a better place to have my first meal in Columbus. See yall next year!!

I stopped at Lavash Cafe while my mom was at a doctor's appointment at OSU because I was craving…read moreGreek or Mediterranean food, and I'm glad I chose this place! They had plenty of options, and since I had been wanting lamb for a while, I ordered the lamb kebab entrée. It came with pita, rice, a side salad, and roasted vegetables. Mine only had onions and peppers, but everything tasted really good. Their house-made hot sauce was absolutely delicious! Before leaving, I ordered food for my mother and grabbed a few desserts, including banana cream cheesecake and pistachio cream cake. They accidentally gave me a chocolate dessert instead of the banana cream, but it was okay. Everyone was pleasant, helpful, and informative, which is something I really value at a restaurant. There is plenty of seating both inside and outside, plus a more private area toward the back where I sat because I had homework to complete. Overall, I enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and service. I will definitely be coming back!

The food was fresh and excellent. The service was friendly and attentive…read more .......................................................................................... ..........................................................................................

My go to restaurant for healthy Mediterranean dishes. And…read moretalk about fast service, literally five minutes and it's time to chow down. My favorite is the grilled chicken rice bowl.... And you will never find any fat or gristle as they meticulously trim, grill, season and boom... perfection every single time! And that creamy Taziki sauce since my taste buds into overdrive. Love the friendly staff and spotless restaurant.

I've been to this place many times but have been waiting to write a review until I was able to come…read morehere with my friend who's family is from Lebanon and after taking him and getting his sign off on this is legit I thought ok time to let the world know how AMAZING the food here is. If you are looking for authentic Lebanese food in the heart of Columbus then you have to stop here. It's spacious, can fit large parties, had parking, just overall great spot with great food. I get the roasted lamb ALWAYS with a side of olives and it hits every single time. Love this family opened spot!

This is a great option for a quick, healthy meal if you're in the area. You grab a menu upon…read moreentering and then order at the counter. All utensils and plates and water are serve-yourself near the door. At lunchtime on a warm Saturday in spring they had a steady trickle of guests coming in. The person who took our order thanked us for supporting them. Food was quick and very fresh. I had 1/2 tabbouleh salad and za'atar French fries. The tabbouleh is more heavy on the greens than the grain which was a refreshing change to me. It was dressed in a bright, fresh lemony dressing. More than I could eat in one sitting. The French fries are maybe dipped in batter and fried. I'm not sure. But they are super crispy on the outside and fluffy inside - delicious. The ambiance is casual with various TV screens showing different shows and Middle Eastern music playing on the speakers. The interior is simple but warm and inviting with minimal but fun decor. While the prices are a bit higher than I would have expected, I could see myself returning for dinner.

Cafe Istanbul used to be in our regular dining out rotation, but somehow it slipped aside. However,…read morethe location at Easton worked for us on a recent Saturday and were we ever glad it did! We went for lunch and the cool, welcoming interior on a hot summer day set the stage for a delicious meal. We started with the combination appetizer and their wonderful bread. Every item on the plate looked as good as it tasted. I particularly loved the cold eggplant and tomato dish. I had the blackened tilapia with rice and salad. Delicious! I would certainly order this again. My fellow diners had the shrimp and the lamb shank, a weekend special. I tasted both and loved both! I took half of my meal home because the appetizer was so substantial and my tilapia was a very generous serving. The wait staff were warm and friendly, but not intrusive, making Cafe Istanbul a very comfortable place. So glad we circled back to an old favorite! Menu last weekend,

UPDATE - Always a pleasure to dine here. Great Turkish food in a lovely atmosphere. I'm adding new…read morepictures of the menu since it's been updated recently. We ordered the calamari appetizer and for main courses we got the Sultan's Favorite (amazing!) and the Mixed Grill Kebab. Food takes a while to come out because it's made to order. Portions are very generous. Service is great. Prices are quite reasonable. Parking available right in front.