I had been wanting to try Jerusalem Mediterranean Bistro and store for a while. Here in the RGV,…read moreMexican food is everywhere, but when you want something different, unique, and delicious, this is a great option. Jerusalem Mediterranean Bistro faces Trenton Road in a small shopping center at the intersection with Sugar Road. It's flanked by other stores and because it's not large it's easy to miss. As I walked inside I was intrigued by the calm ambience and the soft Middle Eastern music playing in the background. The window had a beautiful display of various sets of tea and coffee pots and cups, dates, nuts, as well as other items. I walked down the wall on the right which is lined with shelves containing all kinds of Middle Eastern foods for sale: canned, dry foods, spices, and even a freezer in the back with frozen foods, most of which I won't try to spell. Only one I remember well enough and that is the frozen falafel ready to heat up and enjoy at home. The owner / operator welcomed me, and even gave me a free sample of hot tea as he explained that all their ingredients are authentic and imported from the Middle East. As I waited for a friend who was to join me I viewed the menu and saw they offer gyros, falafel, shawarma, sandwiches, soups, kabobs, salads, and plates of lamb, beef, chicken and more. They have Vegan or vegetarian options as well with entrees like lentil soup, hummus, salads, etc. For drinks they have imported drinks, teas, juices, carbonated and non-carbonated, mineral waters, fresh water, and beers. You can get tacos and a soft drink anywhere. Here, you can get authentic Mediterranean cuisine and an imported drink unlike anything you've had before. I got the gyro, the lentil soup, and a Freez carbonated fruit drink. They were all delicious. The fries that came with the gyro was so good and well seasoned I didn't need Ketchup. The Tzatziki sauce on the gyro was amazing. The lentil soup was also delicious and satisfying like a comfort food. Prices are very reasonable - especially considering much is imported. The service was excellent and friendly. This is a great place for a business lunch or a place to meet uo with friends or family. My friend and I really enjoyed our meal and want to return. Do yourself a favor and try them out!

Wow! Super fresh, healthy, and full of flavor! It was so nice to finally have something different…read morefrom the usual Mexican food around here. I was born in Georgia (the country), and I've really missed food with a variety of spices and bold flavors. This meal reminded me of how comforting and exciting good food can be. The baba ghanouj had just the right amount of spice. Warm, balanced, and incredibly flavorful. The tabbouleh was so fresh and refreshing that I'm already trying to figure out how to recreate it at home. The chicken was perfectly seasoned, exactly how I like it: packed with flavor. The hummus was simply divine. The best hummus I've ever had. Paired with the soft, fresh pita, every bite was perfect. The garlic sauce instantly brought me back to my childhood. Some flavors have a way of unlocking memories, and this was one of them. And the tea was the perfect ending. It was exactly how I love my tea: soothing, aromatic, and just the right amount of sweetness. Thank you so much for such an incredible meal. Every dish felt like it was made with care, and every bite had its own story to tell. I'll definitely be visiting the restaurant and store soon. This is exactly my kind of food, and I can't wait to eat again!

They seem like nice people and the restaurant is clean, but the price is ridiculous. $75 for two…read morepeople for a none fancy lunch with only water to drink. They forgot my pita, and didn't have everything on the dessert menu, which I was looking forward to. I ended up getting a cookie about the size of AirPods . . . It was 5 dollars!

Loved this meal. First time coming Be prepared to relax as…read morethis restaurant makes everything fresh and presentation along with taste is 10

Loved this place, while visiting the area! Healthy, green, tons of veggies, and just lovely!read more

Delicious gyro that's full of favor and delicious. The to go order was perfectly package. I…read morecannot comment on in restaurant service as I only have done to go orders.

Wow just wow! We were recommended to go here and I must say I am impressed. I got the Gyro which…read morewas amazing, my husband got the barbecue pizza and we got the bruschetta. The services was great and our server, Claudia, was very kind and gave us a lot of information about the menu and the restaurant

This is a mix of Lebanese, Greek, Mediterranean. They have a band on the weekend & get a little…read moreloud, but the food is a must try. The owner is amazing & very hospitable. The spices are intriguing & the taste is fresh to our RGV.

This place has some of the best Indian in the area and it's decently priced. They have an all-day…read morebuffet at about $12 a person. The buffet appears to come with free freshly baked nan bread. Not completely sure, because the total sometimes seems to include a bread charge. You can also order off a regular menu. All the buffet food has usually been pretty good if not great. Plenty of veggie and meat options on there. The restaurant is adjacent to a Pakistani/Indian market with lots of products from that region of the world. The seating is all booths under a television usually blasting Bollywood videos that are hilarious. My wife and I love this place and don't ruin it by going every few months. It always satisfies.

Happy dance! Happy dance! So happy we found this place!…read more The restaurant is inside the market place on the left. We got seated quickly and hit the buffet! They had all my faves.. chicken briyani, tikka masala, butter chicken, tandoori chicken, veggie samosas and saag paneer. We did get naan, as well. The spice level was perfect. There is raita there in case you need to it. And the best part? It didn't hurt my tummy! Haha.. Can't wait to go back!

The food here is excellent, authentic tasting and full of flavor. The chef told me they ship their…read morespices monthly from India for freshness. Definitely the best Indian place in the valley, one of the best Indian restaurants I've ever been too. TRY IT!!

This is a fantastic spot to grab authentic Indian food in McAllen. The the food is well balanced…read moreand very tasty. We also got the Falooda and Mango Lassi for drinks. Those were amazing! It's located just by the entrance, so you can walk up to the terrace to sit and eat. The staff are fun and friendly. I highly recommend this place.

I was happy to receive two takeout dinners from the Sunday night special of this restaurant…read moretonight. The combination of the Butter Chicken and the Tika Marsala, with extra Basmati rice and Nan bread, was a welcome sight with stunning visual textures of soft tomato soup with cheese bearing resemblance to red acrylic paint. As I spread the savory mix on the Nan, I was loving the flowing aromas of Indian style spices emanating from the large bowl I was using. The taste that followed was a burst of flavors I had not experienced in a few years, when I was practicing Indian-style recipes I found in the culinary magazine "Saveur". The chicken in both dishes had a firmer texture with a delightful chew where I could almost taste the muscle fibers individually or together. It was well-cooked in the flowing red sauce it came with, but nobody could describe it as "falling off the bone" (what some people may mistakenly describe good BBQ chicken as). The heat came on strongly in these paired dishes, so I would suggest that anyone indulging in this kind of cuisine drink cold Ginger Ale with it. Half my family is from Mexico, so me encanta la comida picante, but the other side is from New York, so the cold and sweet ginger element would help put out that fire. I read that this restaurant has a buffet, so I am planning to visit with my family and put a dent in their delicious spread.

Upon entry, the service felt a bit slow. This was our first time visiting, so we weren't sure if we…read moreshould seat ourselves or wait to be helped. We were noticed multiple times but not acknowledged, and no one told us something simple like "feel free to sit anywhere," so we ended up standing there for over five minutes before finally being seated. Once we sat down, things improved. In my opinion, the food could have been hotter it was more warm than hot. That said, the flavors were really good. And the star of the show: their naan bread WOW. Seriously, I could just eat that and be completely happy. It's made in-house, and you can definitely tell. Absolutely delicious. Prices are very affordable, which is a big plus. Despite the slow start, I would come back again.

The best Indian Restaurant in Mcallen…read more They have a great menu, rich curry sauces on the lamb madras, the biryani's are great.... The chicken sag( off the menu order) is fantastic. It's our go to restaurant..... so impressed and I know good curries having lived in England and spent many years travelling though the Indian Sub continent for work!!

I came here with a group of friends for a Friday night hangout since we were craving Indian food…read more Curry Fiesta did not disappoint, and hit the spot for our cravings. The building is fairly large with 2 levels. It has a good amount of parking space and plenty of seating. The interior is cozy with warm lighting. I ended up ordering the Mango Lassi and the goat biriyani. We also had an order of butter naan for the table. The mango lassi is refreshing and smooth. It is aromatic and comes in a tall glass. It pairs well with the cuisine. The goat biriyani was excellent! It came packed to the brim in a generous deep bowl. The goat was tender but could have used some more seasoning. The rice was fragrant and enhanced the flavor profile of the goat. Overall, the food satisfied our Indian food craving and the service staff was kind. A unique quirk is that each table gets a complimentary can of Thumbs Up (Indian version of coca cola) and some fresh sliced veggies with a mint sauce. We'll definitely come back to try more dishes!