Villa Vinci

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What a little gem, right in the heart of downtown Wiley, fantastic Italian find! The dishes at Villa Vinci were delicious. We started with some marinated olives (kind of a small dish, hard to share). They went great with the dinner rolls (was it garlic rolls shaped like square bagels?) We ordered veal parmagiana, stuffed shells, and special spaghetti. I loved the sauce, wow. Perfect amount of cheese and my veal parmagiana was seasoned well and had the right kind of bite, easily cut with a fork! The stuffed shells were so flavorful and the pasta had good bite to it. My only complaint is the noodles under my veal parmagiana... I just wish it was more al dente. I love how they serve spaghetti dishes with a spoon! Perfect for twirling your noodles for the perfect bite. Service was impeccable. I asked for red pepper flakes and they brought it out right away. read more

Villa Vinci - Stuffed Shells - Mediterranean Near Me - Wylie, Texas

Villa Vinci - Marinated Mixed Olives - Mediterranean Near Me - Wylie, Texas

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Sabrina O.

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We love the past alforno. This is a great local spot. Always fast and cozy inside. My husband got a custom order and they helped him with it due to his diet needs read more

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Liz C.

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Truly authentic Italian! From the food to the atmosphere to the music--everything felt straight out of Italy. Even our server spoke Italian! This little spot in Wylie, TX is an absolute gem. If you adore all things Italy, this place will whisk you away for a little while. read more

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Madison M.

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The service was terrible! Barely anybody was in the restaurant so you would expect the service to be good but it wasn't. Everything took forever to get to the table. The pizza was definitely undercooked and the server kept disappearing for long periods of time. read more

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Lynda B.

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Very disappointed. The combo plate. She shell was dry and hard. The lasagne was flat and stuck to the bottom of the plate. read more

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Josh T.

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It's Wednesday date night and this week, we changed our regular location to moms favorite cuisine. We decided to go from our weekly Mexican place to Italian in Wylie. When you arrive, the first obstacle is parking since the restaurant is located on main street and it's not easy to back out when you leave, if you find a spot close to the restaurant. This is a seat yourself place and a few minutes in, our server brought us our menus. Since I've been eating carnivore for a bit, it was difficult to find something to eat. Mom selected ravioli and I got the chicken salad with 2 sides sausage and meatballs. While we waited for our meals, our server brought us warm bread. No this fat guy did not pull a Homer Simpson and salivate then eat it in seconds. Second obstacle, the portion size doesn't match the price-i don't feel i need to elaborate just look at the pictures. Mom liked her Ravioli. My chicken was dry and the sausage/meatballs portions were covered in sweet red sauce. There goes my carnivore with the sauce which overpowered the two sides of meat. Our server checked on us which was good. This was an average experience especially at almost $50 for two. read more

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Edward K.

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It was ok. Staff was nice and food was flavorful. Appetizers could have been more unique. Value was so-so.

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Edward K.

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The owner is very nice. The food was great and was a good value. I recommend this spot neatly tucked in around other busy spots.

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Chris C.

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This place is not BYOB and they have a full Bar. Staff was friendly and they even gave us a free salad for our first visit.

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Brettny J.

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I got gluten free pizza from here. It was good as far as gluten free goes. It was not cauliflower crust. The regular gluten people said they liked the pizza (ans they are picky eaters) so I think that's saying something. FYI to yelp, I did pay for their pizza too. read more

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Linda T.

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The food, service, and atmosphere is phenomenal. The owner, Flamur, prides himself in his dishes. We have been twice and have loved it. Yaya has waited on us both times. He is very cordial and handles everything with a smile. Looking forward to next time. read more

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Samantha C.

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Amazing food, service, ambiance! Best mimosas I've had, real smooth and delicious and the food was also amazing and made super fresh! I will definitely be back here again, my family and I left extremely satisfied. read more

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Samantha G.

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Villa Vinci's is allocated in the heart of downtown Wylie. Lots of free parking located up front or on the side streets. They were pretty busy when we went on a Saturday night. The restaurant is clean and very cozy. Service is amazing! Everyone here was super nice and made us feel welcome and special for our first visit! The food was good! I had the personal sized sausage pizza (created my own). The pizzas are really popular for take out! read more

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Tom V.

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Good food tad pricey.. Nice atmosphere quiet and low key. Good place to take the family to give mom a break. read more

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Sajmir A.

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Everything was amazingly delicious especially their cheesecake. I hope to come here again. It's the best place. The fried mozzarella sticks were exceptional as well as the cheesecake. I really enjoyed it and can't wait to come in again. read more

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Kaye B.

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Food is hot , fresh, and delicious. Service is also great . Nice place, just a little pricey.

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Wendy B.

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Three of us ordered special spaghetti, the antipasto salad, and the pasta alforno. The meal came with garlic rolls and we added a side order of marinara for dipping. It was tangy and light, NOTHING like a canned or bottled sauce. The rolls were a bit dense, but EVERYTHING else was WONDERFUL! We shared all of the dishes, but the winner was the antipasto salad with its ham and salami pinwheels and the absolute BEST house dressing. Although he didn't introduce himself, I think it was the owner, came around to see if everything was good and answer questions. He even let me guess the ingredients of that dressing! We will definitely return as we had no room for the house-made tiramisu and really wished we had. Maybe a cup of cappuccino and dessert on our next visit. Service was great. Our server was attentive but not bothersome. The decor of the restaurant was pleasant with wine bottles lining the ceiling molding around the entire circumference of the dining room, antique pressed metal ceiling tiles, and origami chandeliers which spun delicately above us. The quiet ambiance was casual enough for a family dinner while quaint enough for an intimate date night. We had an all-around delightful visit to a lovely restaurant. Villa Vinci is a MUST if you've never been. read more

Villa Vinci - This sweetheart came table to table visiting with customers and answered questions about the wonderful cuisine. - Mediterranean Near Me - Wylie, Texas

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Meghan Z.

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I had never been to Wylie, but we were passing through here on the way home from a friends and needed dinner. Villa Vinci is a quaint restaurant right in "downtown" Wylie. The service was great - prompt and very friendly! We ordered the bruschetta to start - it was good, but could have used a bit more seasoning/basil, and thinner bread. My husband had the chicken caesar salad, which was exactly what you'd expect it to be. The chicken was quite good and well sized for the cost. I had the chicken carciofi, to try something I don't usually see on the menu at other places. It was very delicious - I did the scampi sauce because I'm not into alfredo. It wasn't too heavy, and the portion size was good. To me, this is exactly the type of restaurant a town like Wylie should support - local owned, great service, solid food! I hope they survive, as they were quite dead for a Saturday night! read more

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Alvena G.

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The food was amazing! For our appetizer, we shared the Bruschetta. The bread was slightly crispy with a soft, buttery inner. Topped with tomato and olive oil in perfect amounts, every bite was better than the previous. We had the Chicken Calabrese and Lobster Ravioli, both were very delicious and had lovely flavor notes. We also had a few of their new Italian inspired cocktails. The Cosmoplita and Italian Coffee were beautiful variations of the traditional Irish Coffee and Cosmopolitan. Besides what we indulged in, the service was top notch. The owner, Mida has immaculate attention to detail and care for her restaurant. This beautiful hole in the wall is a must try. We promise you will not regret it. My partner and I will definitely be back. Great date spot. read more

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KJ H.

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This place never disappoints! Pasta Alforno perfection!! Best garlic rolls around and the house dressing is a must!! read more

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Linda M.

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1 year ago

We were in the area and stopped in. The food options were pleniful but not overwhelming. Portions were just the right amount! Taste of my husband's veal marsala and my portabello ravioli was SO good!! read more

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Ryan G.

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Another local gem in Wylie. Came on Friday evening and the place was fairly busy but we were still able to be seated immediately. The service was the star of our experience, everyone was amazing and went above and beyond to make sure we had an excellent experience! They were very apologetic for the "long wait" for our food, but honestly it was not even that long. Just shows that they really care about their customers and are willing to do whatever is necessary for satusfaction. For food we ordered a pizza with a few toppings, and a pasta alforno. The pizza was fine, but I really enjoyed the pasta! I wasn't sure at first as the consistency of the sauce was a little thinner than I was expecting, but it had some great flavor and I ate every last bite! The tiramisu is also definitely a hit! Worth it if you have the space left in your stomach. I'll be returning here, and I will recommend this place to others in the area! read more

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Alena S.

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The 4 stars are for the excellent service! The young lady that served us was extremely nice and helpful. I sure wish I could remember her name. She told us several of her favorite menu items. Although she had only worked there a few months, we could tell she truly loves the restaurant. We wish the food was as outstanding as the service, but it just didn't impress us. My husband and I had the chicken Parmesan and our daughter had the eggplant parm. We all just felt like the sauce was bland. We had to add salt. The chicken was cooked well but it also lacked seasoning. The garlic rolls are delicious. It would be a nice touch if they served the rolls with olive oil. I don't think we would drive back over here. But the restaurant is beautiful and romantic. And if we lived nearby, we might try another menu item. read more

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Isaboo B.

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Wish this restaurant would make up it's mind when it is open and when it is not. Been sitting here since a couple minutes after 4 and now it is 430 and still not open. Found lots of info that said they were open at 4 on Tuesdays... waste of time coming here..... read more

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Sherry N.

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Very good food. We were a family of four.... We ordered fettuccine Alfredo with chicken, Manocotti, chicken Parmesan, waffle, hash browns & Bruschetta. Everything was delicious!! For dessert...wow... we got tiramisu .... After Italy... this is the best!! Service was excellent! read more

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Alondra A.

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Looking to get to know new restaurants we find Villa Vinci in Wylie, Tx. An amazing experience we had. A warm atmosphere and outstanding service. We try a bottle of Moscato wine, a chicken piccata and a chicken carciofi. Great taste food, profesional presentation, and a good portion. Because my birthday we try the house cheesecake ( I added a picture of it) oh lord! It is delicious, delicious, delicious!!I I I am in love with this restaurant I feel very comfortable here with everything, the personalized customer service, the music, the peace and energy we recibe and of course the fabulous food they offer. Thanks to all the team work to make our night date memorable. read more

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Alicia L.

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3 years ago

I ordered ahead online, and picked up dinner to bring home last night. Cute little restaurant in Old Wylie. The lady at the bar who got my food from the kitchen, was very nice. Maybe the food is better when you dine in, but ours was just ok, nothing special. We got salmon picatta , shrimp fettuccine Alfredo, and regular fettuccine Alfredo. We also ordered the homemade rolls, which were very dense, heavy like bricks. No flavor. For dessert we got the slice of chocolate mousse cake, and the tiramisu. My husband liked the cake, but the tiramisu was frozen. I let it thaw on the counter, but the lady fingers were soggy, and had a weird icy texture from being frozen. It was gross & inedible. The portions are on the small side. Overpriced for the portion size in my opinion. read more

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Daniel S.

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1 year ago

Late dinner for two. First time at this place. Large portion of Chicken Murphy was shared. Salad was fresh. We would have perferred olive oil with bred served instead of butter. Wonderful ambience and service, thank you Dina, our server. We plan to return when we have an Italian meal in mind. read more

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Beth C.

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Delicious!!!!!! Never a disappointment with food or service. Pleasant atmosphere, great service and wonderful food. We love this place!! read more

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Cammie V.

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I ordered the chicken parmigiana, garlic rolls and the chocolate cake through Grubhub. The Chicken in the dish Chicken parmigiana was very stringy and chewy. My knife wouldn't cut through the stringiness I had to pull it apart. Was not tender or juicy, my guess is that they pounded the Chicken brest too much? The spaghetti noodle was cooked nicely, the Seasoning was on point for the sauce & the amounted of melted cheese was reayy good. If they gotten the Chicken right, it would've been a perfect dish. The garlic roll had a nice crisp on top and soft on the inside. Chocolate cake looked like it was from the freezer. I say this because there were frozen frosts in the cake when it was delivered to me. When I think of chocolate cake, I think of sweet and decadent. This was none of those. The Chocolate cake tasted bitter with a very slight hint of sweet (if you look for it). If you like dark chocolate you'd like this cake. I'm not a dark chocolate fan so I didn't enjoy it too much nor was it the flavor I was expecting when I first bit into it. Overall, I think this place has potential to do better and I would try it again one day to see if it's improved. read more

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Renee' A.

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I wanted some spaghetti and this brought me to Yelp to see what I could find. FIRST they do not practice safety measurements here at this location. I ordered to go and had to wait and saw all this while waiting a few minutes. Very bad. Not good at all. Spaghetti was a small portion not very much at all. More noodles then sauce. Would not order it again. Very disappointed in it. Greek Salad. Fresh veggies and was delicious!! I would go back just to get the salad and that's it. Great salad!! Cannolis were burnt and not all that great either. With all the other choices around town this is a likely I will not return. Thanks!! read more

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Fran R.

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Great little Italian place nestled into downtown Wylie, Texas. Restaurant seating consists of tables and bar area. Fourteen in our party and all enjoyed their menu selections. Spaghetti with marinara, spaghetti with meat sauce, Fettuccine Alfredo, pizza, fried calamari, salads, linguine with scampi sauce, yummy homemade rolls, Chicken Murphy (a specialty), and Chicken Parmigiana (another popular dish) were all served to a wide range of ages (5-69). Something for everyone! Check menu for ingredients. Alcohol was available. Waiter was exemplary...service with a smile...plates came out in reasonable time. Thanks to Villa Vinci staff! A fun gathering place to eat for all ages! read more

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Cute spot in old downtown Wylie. Ordered ravioli which was baked and delicious. Mom got pizza. She said it was ok. Didn't look cooked enough. Service was delightful. Prices were pretty cheap. Would definitely go back if in the area. read more

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Mike N.

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Family went to Villa Vinci Sunday afternoon on a recommendation. Sure glad we did. The service was great as was the ambiance. Welcomed in and seated promptly. Drinks and rolls came out quickly. Mozzarella sticks were good and then the main courses: Fettuccine Alfredo with shrimp, Special Spaghetti, Chicken Piccata, and a large Pepperoni pizza. All were so tasty. Had a very good Chianti to top it off. Finished the meal with a special dessert. It was heavenly. If you're in Wylie, Tx I would suggest you stop by Villa Vinci. read more

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Dan L.

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I was hungry for some hot comforting food that was not far from home so my wife and I picked a place new to us. We went to old town Wylie and discovered this nice Italian restaurant The reception was very inviting and attentive, the atmosphere was architecturally pleasing and the music added to the experience. We tried the Pasta Combo and enjoyed every bite as well as sampling a slice of Lemon Cello cake. I have to say it was the best Italian restaurant in the area and we will be back to try other items on the menu. read more

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Janine G.

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The pizza is scrumptious, the crust is baked to perfection. We always order and pick up; they are friendly.

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Ismet B.

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Best Italian food in Wylie. Great service and beautiful place!!! I love Fettuccine Piumantes it's delicious!!!

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The food was great! We got spaghetti w/ meatballs, chicken murphy and the chocolate mousse cake! It was all delicious! Even got bread on the side (no extra charge). Definitely recommend this little Italian spot!! read more

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117 N Ballard Ave
Wylie, TX 75098
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(972) 429-4799
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Hours

What time does Villa Vinci open?

Villa Vinci opens at 3:30 PM on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.Villa Vinci opens at 11:00 AM on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Villa Vinci close?

Villa Vinci closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Villa Vinci is closed on Tuesday.

Mon, Wed-Thu 3:30 PM - 10:00 PMTue ClosedFri-Sun 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Villa Vinci take credit cards?

Yes, Villa Vinci takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Villa Vinci have catering options?

Yes, Villa Vinci does have catering options.

Does Villa Vinci have a drive thru?

No, Villa Vinci does not have a drive thru.

Does Villa Vinci serve alcohol?

Yes, Villa Vinci serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Villa Vinci allow dogs?

Yes, Villa Vinci allows dogs.

Does Villa Vinci have TVs?

Yes, Villa Vinci has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Villa Vinci have bike parking?

Yes, Villa Vinci has bike parking.

Does Villa Vinci have outdoor seating?

Yes, Villa Vinci has outdoor seating options.

Does Villa Vinci have parking?

Yes, Villa Vinci has parking options. Street Parking

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Does Villa Vinci have free WiFi?

Yes, Villa Vinci has free WiFi.

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10.5 mi

Hands down my favorite Mediterranean restaurant I've been to in DFW. Everything is always…read moreconsistently fresh and flavorful. The sauces are amazing - tzatziki, hummus, baba ghanoush, and more. I personally love the chicken cooked in a yogurt sauce, roasted cauliflower, and chickpea moussaka as my top standouts, but truly there are too many delicious things to name. I love how many chicken options there are as someone who isn't crazy about beef or pork. There is also falafel and plenty of beans for your vegan/ vegetarian friends. There were markers for allergies / preferences on the labels, but I didn't attend too closely as I don't have dietary restrictions. They have tasty rice pudding topped with pistachios and fresh fruit as something sweet to pair with your meal. I enjoy the lentil soup for dipping pita bread in. All you can eat buffets are always the best for getting to try everything and making everyone in your party happy. It's a bit on the expensive side (around $25 per person before tip), but it's totally worth it for special occasions. Within the last year they've redone the seating inside, but the food quality has stood the test of time!

I've been coming here since around 2010 probably. I really like the food (not so much the racial…read morevibe. They are not too fond of white people it feels like). But today was just too much! I've seen the price go from: $15, $18, $20, to $25... TAX AND CARD FEES HAVE AWLAYS BEEN INCLUDED. Well, today.... The young man told me it was $25 plus tax. So he said it was over $84 for three people. I complained a little to him about it and went on, THEN my wife heard the lady next to my male cashier charge someone the $25 flat with no tax!!!! I of course went and asked her WHY???? She said because the other guy paid with cash.... There is not tax!!!! I said you mean a credit card fee right?? She said NO.... If you pay cash there is no tax!!!!! I'd like the Great State of Texas to look into this one. I bet the comptroller would like to know about this!!! TBH, I really don't think the other guy probably even paid cash. It felt like a hate on whitey move to me. THIS PLACE IS SHADY.

Chicken shawarma, rice, and more

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Ferah Tex-Med Kitchen - Garland

4.5(334 reviews)

5.9 mi

Well, it's my first time here, and so far so good. We're here for the Easter Buffet and everything…read morelooks really good. I'm having Prime Rib with Mashed Potatoes and it's freaking Awesome! So far this place is freaking great.

The restaurant is located in the outdoor shopping center; very cute…read more The chicken and beef were seasoned perfectly but the portion sizes are quite ridiculous. We literally left hungry honestly. The service was fine. They checked on us pretty often.

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Chefika Cafe Mediterranean

4.5(129 reviews)

16.4 mi•North Dallas

Lamb Shank, Pacanga Borek, Garlic Shrimp, Pink Queen, Fried Cauliflower, Pita Bread…read more This was such a delicious late night meal! The lamb shank was super tender. Garlic shrimp yummy but probably much better fresh at the restaurant than take out. The pacanga was yummy! Fried cauliflower classic and on point. The pink queen was so refreshing and delicious with pita!

This restaurant reminds me of a very nice European café with a beautiful outdoor patio and lovely…read moreindoor ambience. The music is nice and you can tell they really focus on creating a beautiful Mediterranean experience. The food is completely incredible and very unique. This is not your average Greek pita place. This is a restaurant that could easily be in Turkey for some European country. We started with the Mezza platter ( $29) - which included 6 different dips. It's pricey for an appetizer, but it is definitely worth it because it's so unique and flavorful. It was probably my favorite thing that we ate. Everything felt just a little bit overpriced for what it is. My baseline comparison is Hillstones and R&D, and this is definitely Hillstone's pricing, but not the same experience overall. My wife and I shared the lamb shank and the falafel platter and also had a side of cauliflower (which was incredible). My 3 year old had the kids item which was $18!?. it was all very very good. My wife and I had a glass of wine and the average price was $18. They also had no descriptions of what style of wine it was e.g. Cabernet Sauvignon. When I asked the server, he just recommended the Caymus. The service was transactional and something you would get at most fast casual restaurants. I get that a lot of the servers are not professional servers. For the mezze platter, it would've been helpful to have an explanation of what was on it. Basically they brought the food. They took our order and that was it. Parents: they have one kids meal which included four chicken kebabs and a side of either rice or fries ($18). The price felt very steep for a kids meal. I probably would rather have had half the portion size for half the price.