Great Mediterranean Grill Restaurant. Authentic flavors…read more Plenty of parking in lot. Friendly & informative staff. A good deal of seating. Not too loud. Great place to dine with friends.

So I ordered from this location for take-out, about an hour before they were closing. The lentil…read moresoup was absolutely fantastic-I loved it and it had great flavor. The restaurant decor looked very nice when I stopped in to get my to-go order. I have heard great things about this restaurant and was excited to try it. Unfortunately I also ordered a Tabouleh salad with grilled chicken. There was SO much dressing (oil) on the Tabouleh I could barely taste the actual vegetables--the oil was even leaking out of the container, so that was disappointing. Also the grilled chicken was fatty and not very tasty so I was unable to eat it as well. I do want to try some other dishes here in the future to see how other dishes taste.

I was so fortunate to find this amazing restaurant, about a mile off exit 8 on I84…read more The owners are so friendly, kind, and ready to share thier culture. The two times I've been in, they've brought out samples of thier menu items to try. I've ordered various things on the menu: hummus, lebneh, falafel wraps, falafel platters, baked kibbe platters, the green bean side, etc. All have been amongst the best Lebanese food I've tried. I want to expand and try more things, like the chicken and beef kafta. If you have questions just ask. Certain platters come with different items. Some rice, some salad, etc. Thier pita is fresh and delicious, and comes in different sizes. They have a decent sized dining area for dine-in, and the take-out area is right as you walk in the side door. Here you will also find a grocery area with Lebanese essentials. The selection is sizable, and offers items you won't find in a regular grocery store. I stocked up on spices, and coffee. Prices are reasonable, and portions are generous. I will return every opportunity I get.

This is a little hole in the wall spot that gives it such charm. It's part of the ambience. They…read moreserve you straight from the kitchen and people running the joint got it on lock down. Been many times and send people often. The food is by far the best Mediterranean food I've had in a 50 mile radius .

I just brought my family to this restaurant. The meal was delicious, complemented by spot-on…read moreservice and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. I thoroughly enjoyed my flavorful traditional chicken and rice dish, and the 15-minute drive from New Paltz was well worth it. I'm already looking forward to the leftovers.

Happy to have this place available Upstate, NY. If you…read moreprefer quality, tasty and healthy food over fast food, this is a place for you to visit and come back over and over again. You will enjoy all of the delicious food on the menu, I'm sure 100%.

The food was extraordinary. Every dish had it's own hero. The service was amazing. The staff always…read morehad a smile!

We happily wait over 1.5hrs (on a busy night) because once you are seated you know you're in for a…read moretreat. The service is always kind and they are very efficient. They also have great recs and are able to customize some items like the platters as well. The mix platter is what we usually get along with a few apps. The value is insane for the variety you get. They also have the best falafels and pita hands down (stay fresh and soft just the way they serve it even once you take it home). We also love their lamp chops. In terms of drinks and dessert, the mint lemonade has been a fav and the pistachio ice cream was also a dream even though we were too full. We always recommend this place to our friends and have taken different sets of friend groups here. We have also ordered them via delivery apps, and it was the same quality and value (which was surprisingly refreshing). You just have to warm it up unfortunately, because it is food that is best enjoyed when hot.

Halal from a gas station sounds like a terrible idea. However, taking into consideration I spent a…read morelot of my 20s and 30s eating Halal from a street cart off a street in Manhattan at 2 AM how bad can it really be? Does this compare to a combo over rice in the middle of Manhattan at 2am waiting for the next subway home after a night out with your friends? Not even close because nothing will ever compete on the level of greatness a combo over rice will have on those nights. With all that being said, this isn't a bad spot for a combo over rice or a quick Gyro in the area and they are open late and are extremely friendly. It's also inside a gas station so grab a pack of smokes, some beer or even an unofficial Mets hat because why not? What regular Fans of Halal should know is the hot sauce is the hottest hot sauce I've ever had from any Halal spot ever. It's extremely tasty but trust me and be careful. At other Halal places I always get extra hot sauce but here three stripes is more than enough.

I'd round up to 3.5 stars. Given the halal cart drought this is the best option in the area! Out of…read morea gas station, with delivery and open 24/7 so that certainly adds some authenticity and convenience points. The chicken over rice was decent- fresh salad, spiced rice. My only complaint was the chicken not tasting the freshest. White sauce was daaaank and the hot sauce was spicy! Each order was roughly $12 and portion was generous

Walked in for our reservation time. It was pretty empty. (6pm), We were offered to sit wherever we…read morewanted. They were attentive and the food was very good. we had hummus for an app(which was really good). We had the calamari app as well. It was cool and quiet in the restaurant which made it very enjoyable. we will definitely be back.

Can only speak for the takeout experience as that's all I've had so far. Best lentil soup I've ever…read morehad - PACKED with flavor. Zucchini cakes were very tasty as well. Service was curteous and quick. Look forward to having again.

Best takeout in the area. Mixed Gyro platter is off the…read morecharts. Delivery time is spot on. 10 out of 10!

I thought the food was FANTASTIC. The menu had so many options from swarmas to fries to platters to…read morekebabs. There's so much you can chose from. For the price and flavor it was so worth it. I got two meals out of mine. I got the gyro platter and it probably was one of the tastiest meals I've had in a long time. I thought the chicken was seasoned and flavorful. But by far, the best part was the white sauce. I would pair it with the mango lassi and it was such a great explosion of flavors - both savory and sweet. I will say they ask whether you're okay with onions and raisins in your platter. I liked them but I know raisins might not be what most people prefer to add to their rice. Service was fast. You can either order at the front table or at your seat. They got the food in a reasonable amount of time. The place looks small from the outside, but when you walk in, there's a back room worth of 30 people worth of seating. It's extremely cozy inside. There's also a parking lot right next to the restaurant and also across the street. The lot right next door is kinda small though, so you might need to loop around. Parking shouldn't be a problem and you can get a really good stop if you're lucky.

This can easily become my favorite go-to place in Poughkeepsie. The food is so good! The service is…read moreoutstanding and the ambiance is great too. I found this place while casually browsing on Yelp and the food is amazing. We tried their spicy hummus with pita. Spicy hummus is too good. And the pita was so soft and fresh. For mains we tried their falafel burger - delicious. The falafel was flavorful and crispy. We also tried their egg and eggplant and it was outstanding. Their pomegranate lemonade is delicious too. Definitely visiting again!!

Saba was a very unexpected experience. I was in the area and just wanted something to…read moreeat--something healthy-ish with vegetables that wouldn't feel too heavy, but still tasty. I was looking at the menu on my way there, and earlier while driving down the street, I noticed people sitting outside. That's when I realized it was open. I was actually walking somewhere else and happened to pass by. I thought, you know what, let me just try it and see what they have. What surprised me was learning it had already been open for five weeks at the time. From the outside, it doesn't do the place justice. It looks cutesy, almost like a pizzeria vibe, so I wasn't sure what to expect. The moment I walked in, the ambience changed everything. Saba is truly an experience--a culinary experience. The designer did an amazing job: spacious seating, plenty of light, greenery touches along the top and borders, and warm colors accented with gold. It feels welcoming and elegant without being over the top. The layout allows for both a casual sit-up space to look outside and a more traditional restaurant setting. Honestly, the interior sets the tone before you even eat. Customer service was absolutely amazing! (It gets better with each visit. Major plus. Some of the best customer service I experienced in the area) I was greeted right away, and the staff went a step further by showing me pictures of menu items. I asked about chicken, and they explained the options and how I could customize them. Those personal touches matter, especially for a newer business--you never know who's walking in, and they made me feel like a valued guest. I ordered the chicken pita. The sauce had a little spice to it, which gave it a nice kick without being overpowering. Everything tasted fresh, which is a huge plus. I also tried the tahini and saba sauces, though they weren't my favorite--I'd probably go with hummus next time. Still, I appreciated the variety. The delivery of the food was excellent as well. I dined in, and I'd definitely recommend sitting inside or outside. Both have ample seating, and they serve you with real, heavy gold utensils, which really adds to the overall experience. It's giving! - especially at a $14 price point for my meal. The experience was uplifting. Whether you're having a good day, bad day, or just an average one, being there feels special. The staff even checked in after I started eating, which I appreciated. Before leaving, I ordered the falafel to go. They came as small bite-sized pieces--slightly oily but still flavorful. I also tried the cookie, and that was truly memorable. It felt like a warm hug from a family member, with that nostalgic taste that takes you back to a comforting place. Overall, I would give Saba a 10 out of 10. It was far more than I expected when I first walked in looking for a simple bite to eat. From the ambience and customer service to the food and little details, it was a full experience. I've been back a few times since and highly recommend it--whether you're a local, visiting, or just passing through Poughkeepsie. It's near Vassar College about 10 mins drive from the walkway over the Hudson and Poughkeepsie train station, and you won't be disappointed.