Had a great dinner here tonight! From the moment we arrived, everything was well done…read more Kristin was our server, and she was fantastic--knowledgeable, attentive, and friendly. I'd definitely ask for her again. The cauliflower appetizer is an absolute must-order. It was amazing. The spinach fatayer was also very good, and the salad served before the entrée was spot on--fresh, flavorful, and a perfect start to the meal. For the entrées, the Lahm was excellent. The only dish that missed the mark for me was the Lamb Shank. It was cooked well, but everything on the plate had the same flavor profile, so it lacked contrast and didn't stand out the way I hoped. The décor is beautiful. Every design choice feels intentional, and even the music volume was perfect--it created a great atmosphere without overpowering conversation. One thing that really stood out was how attentive the entire staff and management team were. They were constantly making rounds, checking on guests, and ensuring everyone was taken care of. Valet parking is available, which makes visiting even easier. Overall, I loved the experience and will definitely be back.

The lamb shank with white bean cassoulet and herbs was a really dynamic dish. Tender and falling…read moreoff the bone, the savory lamb was complemented nicely with the rich, stewed white beans and herbs. The one thing I needed was some type of grain like rice or couscous to go with all of this. Regardless, this dish seemed to be the strongest of the dinner items. Also, the appetizer of grape leaves was very fresh and flavorful. It wasn't a big deal, but it did take a little bit longer than we had anticipated for the food to come out. Maybe it was because of the lamb shank. My friend did not think too highly of the Sayadeya, so if you are not particularly drawn to fish, then I would recommend something else. Like the lamb shank.

My son chose this location for a birthday dinner for just the two of us. We both love Indian and…read moreMediterranean foods and they offered both in addition to Ethiopian. There's a big shopping center parking lot with plenty of parking so that's not a concern. It's in more of an older shopping center in an area. That's not very well kept. Either way, we felt safe and wanted to try a new place for dinner. The Restaurant is very colorful and I love that about it. In the photos that I saw online, I didn't realize that the chairs were just covers that had all the beautiful colors but either way it's a lot for the eyes to take in. We arrived on a Friday evening close to 5 o'clock and we were the only ones there until we were just about to leave. I do believe that they have more orders that are picked up by DoorDash and delivery services. I was excited to try the stuffed grape leaves and my plan was to get the hummus with pita bread and add lamb to it for my entrée. Unfortunately, they were out of the stuffed grape leaves, and when I tried to order the hummus, they were also out of the hummus. That was unfortunate, but I went ahead and ordered the chicken Shawarma roll which came with french fries. We both liked our food, which was fresh and flavorful. The fries on my platter don't look appetizing, but they came out hot in seasoned just right! We also ordered the fried green tomatoes and place of the stuffed grape leaves that we wanted as an appetizer. They came out hot and fresh and was very delicious. Both of our meals, including one soda for my son was only like $36 which is excellent in today's economy! We both also took some of our food home so the portions are good. Overall a good experience. I'd definitely try it again. It's not one of my top choices with all that Birmingham has to offer but definitely worth coming back to.

I'll preface by saying that I come from MN where the Twin Cities as at least 20 Ethiopian…read morerestaurants. Therefore, I am beyond spoiled. I was excited to see that there was one here in Birmingham area. The first time, I ordered pick up as a 3 veggie sampler and got the shiro wot, ater wot, misir wot and added a gomen. When I got home, excited to eat it, all of the separate dishes were MIXED TOGETHER, making a soup-like consistency. With all of the mixing of the different flavors together, it was completely disgsting and inedible. Next, I went with a friend who had never tried Ethiopian to eat dine-in, thinking that hey, maybe it was an issue of getting take out. So disappointed. The food is SO SALTY that all I could taste was salt. Ethiopian food is known for robust, unique flavors and I absolutely love berebere. Couldn't taste any of those spices or flavors. Will never ever go back.

My go-to Indian restaurant in Bham! The food is always consistent, and they are very generous with…read moretheir portion sizes. Even the kid's meal was big. I always get the boneless chicken biryani and their garlic naan is amazing highlyyyyy recommended

Updating my review because it's been awhile. The food is still consistently good, but the service…read morehas really gone downhill. It is truly terrible. If you don't order as soon as you sit down, you probably won't see a server for 20 minutes. They don't time the food to be ready at the same time, so even when I go with just my son (who always orders tandoori), I'm done eating before he even gets his food. I also often have to request silverware and by the time I get it, my food has been sitting for awhile (yes, I know Indian food is often eaten with the fingers, but there are some things you can't eat without silverware). All in all, Bawarchi is absolutely amazing at takeout. The food is top-notch and nothing is ever missing from our order. The dine-in service leaves a lot to be desired.

I love Makarios! I've been eating here for years. Service is, for the most part, always good, and…read morethe food is consistently delicious! I've honestly never had a dish here that I didn't like. My favorites include the Zesty Ghallaba (chicken or salmon), the Shish Tawook with Lemon Oregano and the Spinach Salad with Grilled Chicken. The ambiance is perfect for date night or a nice dinner by yourself. On average, for two people, expect to spend between $45-$55 on authentic Mediterranean cuisine that's been a staple in the city for years. Give them a try. You won't be disappointed! Pro Tip: Their salad dressing is available for purchase. Get you a bottle for the house!

The falafel platter was delicious and I loved the almond rice. The salad was also quite good. I…read moreliked the decor in the restaurant as well! The fresh squeezed orange juice was delicious. The only thing was that the food did take a while to come out.

Love this place! Make sure to check their socials for the curry chowsay special! One of my all time…read morefavorite dishes. The creamy, rich, and spicy flavors of this dish just hit the spot - especially in the winter with cold weather. But it's just as tasty in the summer. The chicken tikka wings are also a go-to favorite of mine as they are marinated and grilled to perfection - so tender with a charred outside! Pro tip: ask for what's not on the menu!

I never leave reviews but the food was excellent. The Chicken Tikka Boti was amazing…read more Great service also!

The Ranch House is conveniently located just off Columbia Road, north of Highway 31. The building…read morewas once a Pizza Hut and still retains that distinctive 1970s design. The Ranch House has been around for many years, and the parking lot always seems to be full. I had heard it was excellent for breakfast, but I was curious about what other options they offered. The restaurant has changed ownership several times over the years, yet it has maintained a loyal following. My friends and I stopped in for lunch on Monday, and I was impressed by how large the menu is. The sweet spot here is the classic meat-and-vegetable combinations. The term "meat and three" is part of the Southern vocabulary -- especially in Alabama -- and The Ranch House does it well. The meat and vegetable selections rotate daily, and there's enough variety that you should easily find something you'll enjoy. The restaurant also includes "Markarios" in its name, and you'll notice Mediterranean influences sprinkled throughout the menu. For lunch, I ordered the chicken shawarma wrap along with a Markarios side salad. The chicken was nicely seasoned and full of flavor, and the salad was fresh and excellent. Overall, a solid local spot with something for everyone.

We have been eating here for as long as I can remember but something has changed. We ate breakfast…read morethere today and they served the food cold. Had to send it back. They did remake it but then the grits were like water with lumps and instead of being in a bowl they are served on the plate - No taste to the food. The biscuit turned very hard after a few minutes like it had been cooked earlier and then microwaved prior to serving. Then we noticed the price on the check was not accurate when compared to menu. This is the second time this has happened to us there - the waitress pointed to a place on the menu that says an up charge for eggs. Well I guess they can charge whatever according to that. We'll also had to constantly flag people down to get service. A totally different atmosphere than years past

Ive been a few times with coworkers and its consistently good. I got the chicken shawarma bowl and…read moreI love how there is a mix of different toppings including crispy pita chips pickes a tomato onion topping and hummus along with big cuts of flavorful chicken. Its a fast casual vibe but the people r nice and helpful. I also tried the falafel which was not my favorite but the loaded fries were very tasty. They also have an option for loaded onion rings which my friend got and he loved.

Close by to my office, tried for the first time yesterday. It's order and paid at the counter, and…read morethen they deliver to your table bases on the number they give you. We ordered chicken shawarma bowl and load fries with chicken shawarma. I personally think both would have been better if the chicken is more thinly sliced and less chunky. The quantity was good, just the knife work needs some work, haha. The chicken shawarma bowl has a nice variety of ingredients in it. The pita chips in the bowl gets soggy pretty quick, so those would be better on the side. The loaded fries was okay. The fries were cool when we got it even though the outside was still crispy. I neve think cold fries are good though, so I did mention it to an employee. They told me the fries are fresh (which they are, relatively, but still cold) and they are just cold from the sauce. I did not argue with them, owners are always right lol. However, they did end up bringing me a basket of truly fresh fries, it was MUCH better. Overall it was pretty good.

Delicious authentic Mediterranean food! I've been her so many times and they never disappoint. They…read morehave the best hummus and homemade pita. When you get there you order and then take a seat. They serve you your drinks and your food and they are very attentive to making sure your drinks stay filled. The people who eat here are locals that come regularly which makes it clear that it's somewhere you are going to want to come back to. Definitely give this place a try if you want something authentic to what they have in Israel.

Daughter and I decided to do a progressive dinner... And we let ChatGPT create our stops and our…read moremenu. This was stop number two... Soup. We had the matzoh ball soup and the lentil soup, with a side of hummus and pita. First... That pita was the most amazing Pita I've ever had! However, I will say that the soups and the hummus were a little on the bland side. You definitely have to take advantage of the hot sauce that they bring to the table made from Serrano peppers. I also never add salt to anything... However, I had to add salt to both of the soups. Still... Definitely would recommend and definitely will be back!