Absolutely Devine! The Baba ganoush was soooo creamy and flavorful! Got the vegetarian plate 2. I…read morenormally don't love falafels but these were so soft and good. Omg the bread was awesome. Highly recommend stop. They were quick. Kind staff. Clean bathrooms.

Amazing food. Flavor is excellent, fresh and tasty. Service is also very quick and friendly.read more

Mazaya Cafe is a cute, cozy spot tucked away in the Bricklight district. The interior is warmly lit…read moreand filled with comfortable booths. Stepping into the restaurant, you feel insulated from the noise and sunlight of the street. The food is excellent, easily some of the best Mediterranean food in the area. The menu has a range of options for meat lovers, vegetarians, and vegans. My personal favorite was the falafel plate!

Mazaya Cafe has such a charming, cute atmosphere and the food is genuinely delicious. The flavors…read moreare bold, fresh, and exactly what you want from Mediterranean cooking. The only downsides besides the neighborhood were that the plating was a little rough and the dishes didn't all come out together, but the quality of the food still shined. With a little more polish, this place could be a real standout.

I recently tried Sahara's Lebanese Grill on Central for takeout and it was fantastic. Everything…read morewas packaged well and still hot when I got home. I ordered the grilled chicken plate with yellow rice, hummus, pita, falafel, and a side salad. The chicken was juicy and paired perfectly with the seasoned rice. The hummus was super smooth and creamy, and the pita was warm and soft. The falafel had a nice crisp outside with a flavorful center. Even the simple salad tasted fresh and balanced out the plate nicely. Overall the portion size was generous and the flavors were spot on. For carryout, the quality held up really well and everything tasted fresh. I'll definitely be back when I'm craving Mediterranean food.

The lamb kebab plate is absolutely outstanding. It's one of the best, if not the best,…read moreMediterranean restaurants I've tried in town. The lamb is cooked to perfection. The meat is tender, soft, and incredibly flavorful with no hint of that usual lamb smell. If you've avoided lamb before, Sahara will definitely change your mind. The portion is generously large. You can easily make two meals out of it. This is a must-try for anyone looking for authentic, high-quality Mediterranean food.

Finding the Ghengis Grill had closed, we headed across the parking lot to Pars. It had been on my…read morewife's wish list so this was a great opportunity to have the whole family try it. We arrived a few minutes after noon on a Saturday and were promptly seated. Our waitress took drink orders and returned to answer our questions and take our orders. We had a lamb gyro, lamb kebab and my daughter ordered a plate with a sweet rice, falafel, hummus and a Mediterranean salad. Everyone was more than pleased with the flavors of their dish. We shared tastes around. I found the rice interesting, but prefer more savory when accompaniment to an entree. The marinated lamb for the kebab was outstanding and the meat cooked perfectly. I even tried the hummus which to my surprise was very good. I do not as a rule enjoy chick peas, but this mix was delightful. The restaurant itself carried the desired theme, even offering traditional low seating for those who wish that feeling. Solid five stars. I'd give extra to the wait staff for how they dealt with the chronic complainer at the next table, if Yelp would allow that extra. If you're looking for outstanding Mediterranean cuisine, give Pars a try.

The food is delicious, the atmosphere is charming, and the service is good overall. We decided to…read moreshare a couple of dishes and I would highly recommend the chicken joojeh kabob. It's moist, full flavor, and plentiful. The beef barg kabob was good too. It melt-in-your-mouth soft sirloin. If you're looking to do it right, upgrade your rice to one of the two options on the menu. The belly dancer added a little fun - thanks Pars Persian restaurant for the memorable evening!

This was exactly what we were looking for: great Mediterranean food with lots of vegetarian options…read morein a low key environment. The staff were friendly and helpful. You should go here.

I've really enjoyed the food the last few times I've dined here. I usually order the rice bowl with…read morechicken and a Greek salad, and it's always delicious and very filling. I recently tried the baklava as well and was pleasantly surprised--it was pretty tasty. Service is generally quick, and the staff working the tables have been friendly. The overall vibe feels like a classic, laid-back spot you'd expect near a university. One small area for improvement would be at the ordering counter. During our most recent visit, the staff seemed a bit distracted while chatting among themselves while we were at the counter trying to place our order. A little extra attentiveness and warmth at that point would really elevate an already enjoyable experience.

I'd love to give this place a good review, I like their other location. But the host who was kind…read moreof abrupt to begin with seated us, said he'd be back and 15 minutes still hadn't come back.. When we walked out he was sitting at a table chatting. This is one my biggest pet peeves in a restaurant. I I have to wait more than 10 minutes for the waiter, or someone to come by after I've been seated that's it. It's worse when they're clearly not busy but just jawboning with a friend. It was also an almost empty restaurant so this wasn't about being busy. It's called the hospitality industry for a reason. (not I also reviewed this under it's other listing Jerusalem Taste of the Holy Land.? My understanding is that this Al Qud's second location but for some reason they are still also operating under the Holy Land name.

First of all, this is THE BEST Mediterranean food in all of ABQ (and in Phoenix, too)! No, they're…read morenot in Phoenix, but if they were, it would be #1. No doubt. The chicken shawarma is like butter. The hummus and baba ganoush are divine. I can't say enough good things about this place. And consistent!! Always, always the best. The service is excellent - prompt, efficient, friendly, and courteous. I hope this place stays around for a very, very long time!!

overall 3.75/5 the food was fresh and very nicely presented. my only lack of in opinion was the…read moremenu was very small. as well as the reviews on the page isn't current at all. the menu there vs online is different. it's alot smaller. the wraps were great the hummus was okay, the fries were gross they were the plainest general fry you can eat. the place is very pretty, clean, welcoming and a great place to be in, when i went with my friend we were the only two people there. they did tell us though that they are expanding there menu so in a in some time it can be changed and maybe that will have different taste and or recipes as well

I got a falafel sandwich here recently as takeout. It was fine, but underwhelming. Granted, I am…read morepicky about the flavor and texture of my falafels. These were lacking in flavor. Fine for a quick dinner, which is what I needed, but I've had better for sure. They are located in a cute little complex on Silver Ave. that feels like an old house, so it would be worth dining in.

First time eating here. This Mediterranean restaurant is fabulous! The food was so good. Lots of…read moreoptions on the menu. They had vegan and gluten-free options as well. The restaurant was a bright, cheerful, clean and pleasant place to eat. The service was perfect - very helpful explaining the menu and assisting with our order. If it is your first visit, make sure to let the know. They offer a $5 coupon for you to use on your next visit. The pricing was very reasonable for the quality of the food. $10-$20/person. I definately will be eating here again!

Very good food. Clean and comfortable…read more I ordered a plate and it was deconstructed sandwich. It was fun making small one bite sandwich experimenting different combos and dips. Overall everything was fresh and delicious.