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3.9 (54 reviews)

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Ye J.

Solid weekday lunch spot in downtown. This location is pretty busy, lunch hour line could be around 10-20mins. On the bright side, with the volume, ingredients are typically fresher than other Halal Guys locations. My go to is the Combo plate with beef gyro and chicken, don't forget the white sauce and hot sauce! (Note: the hot sauce is pretty spicy, if you like spicy food 1-2lines of hot sauce should be enough).

Nothing is made fresh here rice is super harddddd 0/10

Came here for the first time and NEVER AGAIN. Food was nowhere near fresh. Employees were rude the whole time serving us. customer service is TRASH here. Rice was super hard we told the employees and they looked at my husband all stupid instead of making the situation right. it's too expensive and you don't get for what you pay. Save your money and time and don't come here!

Beef and Chicken & Beef Gyro Platter
Nina K.

Got the beef and chicken plate which was tasty and filling. Felt it could've had a bit more rice but overall, it was good, especially with the white sauce. Good place for when you're in a rush and need a balanced meal.

Street view, Fannin and Capitol.
Kiril K.

A nice addition to Downtown Dining options that are affordable. I had originally headed out to the East End for dinner, but the place I was going to was inexplicably closed. As I got off the train, back in DT, I saw this place on Fannin , at Capitol, and decided to check it out. Yes, despite its official address, it is on the Fannin side of the building that takes up the space, off Capitol, from Main to Fannin. On a Saturday you will not find lines, and will have plenty of seating choices, inside and out on the sidewalk, to choose from. I had the Chicken Gyro Sandwich, Fries, and a bowl of Baba Ghanoush, a mashed cooked eggplant dip. All were excellent, and worth the price. The inside had plenty of seating and was well laid out, and the employees friendly, and efficient. For a person who relies on Metro to get around all 3 train routes bring you here, and numerous bus routes get you within easy walking distance.

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Christa S.

Definitely a great addition to downtown! It's like Chipotle for Gyros! Quick, friendly, and great lunch spot! The hours are currently limited due to downtown being quiet, but still accommodating for downtown lunch. I think the hours are 10:30-3:30 PM at the moment. I tried the combo gyro with the spicy red sauce. The meats are flavored perfectly and the red sauce has a great spicy flavor. I definitely recommend checking this place out!

This is all I have left of the food I couldn't take a picture of it was that good
Carlos S.

Your food is phenomenal. Customer service is excellent as well. I believe a guy name David who is my server he's so friendly and more

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Beautiful place! Highly recommend, food is so fresh and delicious!! The service is so so fast and the place is so clean!

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Brian is the best! Top service. The food is always hot and fresh. The place is very clean.

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Delicious!!!!! Great price, great food, friendly service. If you like Mediterranean food, definitely hit this place up.

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These pictures do not due them justice! This place has delicious food. My daughter and I go to another location often. So Yummy!

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Great service, fast service, and very professional crew. Ebony is great! It is nice to see a happy face when you are hungry.

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Falafel was freshly prepared and it was still dry and brittle. Tasted like card board. The only savior was the white sauce, but damn.

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