So delicious and such a pleasant experience. I feel like I'm in Epcot-Morocco!!…read more Service was so nice and food delicious. We got the chicken kabob and chicken tikka

First time here tonight, service and food were awesome. It was slow since school is starting…read moretomorrow and it was a Tuesday night, but apparently this place gets quite busy regularly. Awesome vibe and the owner clearly put a ton of money, care, love and passion into this place. It feels and looks so authentic. Food was delicious. I wish I remembered all the names, but ask for the appetizer with the filo dough and beef in it. Absolutely amazing. Apparently they are hand made by the owners wife everyday. We got the dinner entree for 2 which was plenty of food. We also tried the lamb entree since it was our first time. We have plenty of left overs for tomorrow which was the goal. The place was very clean, plenty of parking and the (normal) water they bring to the table is actually infused with stuff and very refreshing! Great spot for a date night or just getting some authentic food. Also great for pictures!

Had to try after reading the reviews. Small spot with plenty of seating and decent atmosphere. My…read moredaughter wanted Shawarma and I wanted her to have authentic. The man behind the register was kind, giving me a menu and ushering us to sit down. After ordering, he brought the meal and gushed over my granddaughter. I had the gyro and my daughter had the beef shawarma. I demolished mine but she took the rest of hers home. Great experience and will return in the future.

The owner is so sweet! Every time I come, they do an amazing job with my food! It's one of my…read morefavorite places to eat.

There was literally two guys running the entire thing, and they were killing it! The food was on…read morepoint despite the high pressures they had to be under. We ordered our food to go.

Attended a private event for a birthday celebration. Food and service were excellent.read more

Excellent customer service and the food is delicious. The staff is so friendly that makes you Feel…read morelike family

I learned an important lesson today: sometimes you should trust your first lunch instinct…read more A coworker suggested Greek, and my mind immediately went to Adriatic Grill. Instead, we decided to try somewhere new and headed to Pita Corner in Lawrenceville. I ordered the beef shawarma with falafel. Let's start with the positives. The restaurant was clean, the dining area was well kept, and the restroom was spotless. It looked like it had just been cleaned, which I always appreciate. Now for the food. The beef shawarma had decent flavor, but it was so dry that every bite felt like a workout. The meat clung to the roof of my mouth and my teeth like it had signed a lease there. No amount of chewing seemed to improve the experience. Texture matters just as much as seasoning, and unfortunately, this missed the mark. The falafel ended up being the highlight of the meal. It was flavorful, had a nice texture, and was easily the best thing on the plate. I always like giving new places a chance, but this one just wasn't for me. While I appreciated the cleanliness and friendly environment, the food simply didn't leave me wanting to come back. If you'd like, I can also make it a little sharper and funnier for Yelp while still keeping it professional and believable.

Highly recommended. I discovered this market on the way home from work a year and a half ago. I…read morewent for some produce and was blown away by their kitchen and service. Fresh made to order Middle Eastern cuisine. High quality kebabs and mouthwateringly delicious hummus and pitas. Great prices and service. It's a hidden gem fore real. Great selection of high quality fresh olive oil as well. They are consistently hitting it out of the park. Good portions as well. Trust me it's excellent. I almost hate giving this one away, lol. Halal heaven!!!

Great meat department; love that whole chicken (and cut pieces) are offered skinless. Boned beef…read morewas on the expensive side with small portion of meat and a lot of fat. Great selection of Middle Eastern goods; was happy to see دبس فليفلة which I haven't seen since I was in Syria and where it is made by the barrel in homes to last the year. The deli also manages good shawarma and the hummus is so delicious! I wish they were more generous with the side of it in the plate (was less than half full). The salad was tasteless; no salt/spices, nor dressing. A previous visit I purchased two cakes: one carrot and the other chocolate. The carrot cake didn't have any carrots in it (looked, but didn't taste like traditional carrot cake), and the chocolate cake wasn't good at all (bitter) except for the frosting. The 'espresso' based coffee was lukewarm and tasteless. The person put condensed milk in it which made it worse but he did remake it without charge. He kept calling me, mama, which was unsettling to me. I have a son less than half his age. I gave only 3 stars because of the overall ambiance and the discourtesy and unfriendliness of the staff. I didn't realize it, but nothing can be returned after two weeks; the manager, however, kindly did return three items.

Love the atmosphere and food at Raik. Stopped in on a Saturday night and enjoyed dinner. Started…read morewith the hummus and flatbread was so fresh. Ordered the chicken kabob with roasted vegetables, the chicken was grilled and tasted great. The roasted vegetables which had squash and zucchini, roasted peppers and onions were also delicious. The service was excellent. Our waitress explained everything. Want to try their lunch menu I hear the shawarma is also good. Will definitely be going back.

Had the opportunity to try Raik after 10+ years in their new location…read more FOOD: Filet Mignon Kabob ($36) - Wish they had asked for the meat temp, I didn't enjoy the medium well temp and wished it came with a sauce so it didn't feel a little dry. Despite that, the meat was tender and tasted decent. The mujadara side was delicious and super flavorful! Fried Calamari ($13) - The calamari was a good portion, crispy, leering a little bit on the oily side, but tasty. The tangy, creamy, and fresh dill sauce cut the oiliness so it was a great pairing. OVERALL: Love the location and love the interior. Unfortunately, I don't think I'll be back. It's a steep price point but the food quality and taste don't match the standard compared to other places.

In our area, it seems like this cuisine is having it's moment. First off, i've come to find that…read moremediterranean food is a big umbrella. After speaking with the staff, i believe Mashawi is more specifically palestinian. The concept of this place is what sets it apart. They make it easy for the new comer or the veteran by telling you that there is nothing to order, you just enjoy. Right out of the gate, the side dishes and salads are presented like you are at a wedding feast. It is family style so you have to be quick if you want first dibs on the babaganoush or the hummus, and especially the Falafel (best i have ever had). Don't worry if you are slow to the draw because they will refill all sides and salads. The hardest part abotu Mashawi is having self conctrol because what comes next is a parade of seasoned meats and proteins that only get better. Reccomend the Steak, Kifta, and shrimp and Salmon. I have only been for dinner and at the end of this glorious meat train, they will ask if you would like more! It's a great family experience, or a night out with other friends. If you are wanting to introduce this cuisine to rookies, this place is perfect because there is no pressure to choose the right item. There plenty of choices for everyone to find something to eat. My last piece of advice would be to wait to order the Mint Drink at the end as a paltte clenser. They tempt you with a taste at first, but waiting till the end is the perfect punctuation to a unique and unforgettable meal.

We tried Mashawi for the first time and thought the concept was interesting -- different Middle…read moreEastern meats are brought directly to the table, somewhat similar to a Brazilian steakhouse experience. At $45.99 per adult, it is less expensive than Fogo de Chão, so I wouldn't expect the same level of meat quality. We tried quite a few of the meats, and while everything was fine, we found the quality, texture, and flavor fairly average. The portions brought to the table were also surprisingly small -- for example, two shrimp and a very small piece of salmon at a time. Since it is all-you-can-eat, you can ask for more, but overall the experience didn't feel particularly generous. The most unusual part of our experience was the mansaf. It is listed as part of the all-inclusive menu, and since none of us had ever tried it, we specifically asked for it. The gentleman serving us strongly discouraged us from ordering it, explaining that mansaf is very heavy and that usually Jordanian customers come specifically for it. Later, when we asked again, he told us that since we were already full, there was really no need to order it. He did say he would bring it if we really wanted it, but after being discouraged multiple times, it felt awkward to insist, so we ultimately didn't try it. We understand that mansaf comes as a large dish and that he may simply have been trying to prevent food waste, which is understandable. At the same time, since it is specifically listed as an included item, we were surprised to be so strongly discouraged from ordering it. We were genuinely interested in trying a traditional Jordanian dish, not simply ordering more food because it was included. Overall, the concept is interesting and the price is reasonable for an all-you-can-eat meal. It is also fair to keep the lower price point in mind when comparing it with places like Fogo. But between the average meat quality, small portions, and the awkward experience around ordering the mansaf, we probably won't return.

Terrific! A lot of…read morepeople have recommended this spot over a long period of time and I finally got to stop by. Food was wonderful. We got two gyro combo meals, and I'm confident that was the best gyro I've ever had. Stuffed to the brim with vegetables and meat too. Fries were just ok, a little hard to eat for my braces. Service was good. The man who took our order was happy and fast to put in and get us our order. Atmosphere was the best part. I'm in love with the interior and the cute fish pond, various decorations, and the place was very clean. Overall A, will update when I try the pizza!

This place is our go-to Greek restaurant in the Lawrenceville area. Never once had anything that…read morewasn't delicious. We've had a good number of the menu items: gyro platter, Greek pizza (our favorite), kofta kabob, adana kabob platter, stromboli, spanakopita, dolmades, baklava (both walnut and pistachio), chicken sumac...and probably others I'm forgetting. We order takeout most of the time. In addition to our main order (usually a large Greek pizza), we usually get a pound of the gyro meat, half-pint of tabouli, half-pint of hummus, spanakopita, and baklava. The service is unrivaled. The owners recognize us when we come in and remember our favorites, including the fact that my housemate can't eat bell peppers, so they know to leave it off the pizza. Can't say enough good things about it, honestly.

Pricey..., but also fantastic…read more I loved the food, some of which was familiar, and some of which was completely new to me. A nice place for a special occasion, but not for everyday meals. We had 4 adults and one 3 year old. We got out for something in the neighborhood of of $240. Ordering is ala carte: we had 3 meats, 3 sides, drinks. We had a very small bit left over. Decor was excellent. A beautiful entryway, muted lighting, muted noise. Service was attentive, friendly, and very helpful. While I'd love to return regularly, price makes that impossible, but it was definitely worth this visit. It will be up for consideration next time we have something big to celebrate.

Such a delight!!! Came in on a Saturday early evening to have drinks at the bar with my girlfriend…read more Alex, the manager sat us down. He was so thoughtful so helpful gave us amazing recommendations. Keith our Bartendar took amazing care of us. He listened to what we wanted to taste and he made the most perfected curated cocktails started off with the smoked salmon with the pickled peppers ,so delicious. Perfect temperature paired well with the amazing pita bread that was given to us. We also had the wings that were deliciously seasoned and loved the accompanying dip Keith made a delicious bourbon cocktail. That was absolutely amazing. Also has the delicious rosé and ended with a delicious Manhattan. Everyone was so friendly beautiful Restaurant amazing Staff highly recommended can't wait to come back to enjoy the brunch.!!

Phenomenal food and portions. When I need some comfort food this is where I want to eat.read more

We happen to stumble upon this establishment while were staying overnight at the nearby Hampton…read moreInn. We had just driven for several hours and were looking for a good place for dinner. This establishment was within walking distance of our hotel which made it an easy choice. We were both able to order a couple of middle eastern sandwiches along with soup or salad. Both of our sandwiches were delicious as were the lentil soup and the fattoush salad. If you like authentic middle eastern pastries or cookies, the attached bakery is the real deal.