Amazing food. I will definitely be back to try more items. Flavorful, fresh, just great all around…read more Service was fast and friendly, you just order at the front counter and wait. Not a whole lot of seating, mainly great place for takeout, but we did eat in and with not a lot of people it was comfortable. Definitely recommended!

Do you like falafel and not to spend an outrageous amount of money on it? This place has the best…read morefalafel and anytime I get the chance I order the wrap. They're super fast, food is always fresh and hot, and ordering process online is super easy. I've never ate inside, but they do have some seating and a couple patio tables outside. The inside has restrooms and a television. I imagine sitting and eating there is enjoyable as well. Pick up is very easy and convenient with a nice parking lot. I'm afraid that if I stayed I'd just order way more!

This place highly exceeded my expectations. We ordered the…read morefamily plate of the mixed grill. It was amazing. Not spicy like the other afghani restaurants in the area. The ambiance was nice, clean, and organized. The flavors were amazing and authentic. Like you're going to Paterson NJ. The owners are super cool and nice too. Highly recommend and this will be our go to spot. Will try the desserts and maybe the crepes next time.

This is a cute little place near Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute that shares a location with a…read morepizza establishment. The 88 is a sit down restaurant located at the rear of the area. The atmosphere is casual and definitely a college food vibe with a Middle Eastern flair. The menu is a bit diverse but also carries a theme. The service is very good and attentive and very knowledgeable about dishes that might demand a question or two. The food is flavorful and very filling with a lighter hit to the wallet. I think this is a place that you might not know about but you probably should.

When I used to work in Brooklyn there was a falafel cart that had the best falafel I'd ever had…read more Since then I've tried various falafel places and I've made them a few times at home. Nothing has come close. When I come to a decent sized city I look out for good restaurants to try. I was excited to see how the falafel was at Mazadar. Walking in I was greeted by friendly staff. There was a casual atmosphere. The felafel was the best I've ever had. I've had felafel all over the world in authentic restaurants. This was the best. From the bread to the balls to the salads to the sauces. Pure perfection. Everything was so fresh and so delicious.

I can't believe I haven't rated mazadar before. Their falafel wrap and spicy falafel burger are one…read moreof the few things in the area I crave and get regularly. Truly I think the falafel burger is the best vegetarian burger in Albany. The fried onion rings and bbq with their falafel is so good. And it's reasonably priced and comes with fries! Plus it's always super clean inside and the staff is very kind.

We came here for a family dinner and had a great experience. The name "Marash" comes from a city in…read moreTurkey known for its meat dishes, so my expectations were high--especially since the owner is from there. We all ordered grilled chicken BYO wraps, and they were so good that even my picky son wanted a second one. The toppings were fresh with a great variety. The white sauce was delicious, and the hot sauce wasn't too spicy--something everyone can enjoy. The place is much bigger inside than it looks and feels very clean and spacious. There used to be a pizza place here that didn't feel very clean, but now it's completely different--you can tell a lot of effort went into the renovation. Overall, it's a place we can comfortably enjoy as a family. They've been open about 7 months, and I hope they continue to get the support they deserve.

Delicious food! Not a place to eat in more of a takeaway spot. One of those gems for food but…read morelocation more of a dive.

Food was on point. Service is good, I did a take out. Would definitely try more stuff again soon…read more Beef Kebabs were great. I like the tomato n pepper charred and put on the rice concept. Great job serving real food.

I found legends kebab and pizza on Yelp... I ordered online- which was easy, and was teeny greater…read morewhen I arrived in the store and told it wouldn't be very long before my Order was complete... the shop was super clean and the service was quick and the price was well worth the quality... I got the chicken schwarma and rice- super fresh!!! I highly recommend!!!

My son had stopped here on the way to visit and based on some of the leftovers, we knew it had to…read morebe on the list. Traveling within about 5 minutes on the way to visit a good friend, and it happened to be right around lunch time, the opportunity finally came. It's a casual place, lots of 2 and 4 top tables, but what caught my eye when we went in was the cooler full of amazing side options. Then you look up and there's a beautiful oven and a dough station. This is looking great. We sat and ordered lamb kebab and doner kebab. A couple minutes later, a large (~11x17?) wooden tray appeared with a piping hot lavash bread and a plate of dill yogurt sauce. If the meal had stopped there, I would have been a happy camper. We had just had a few pieces when the kebab arrived, each with a pepper, tomato, some red cabbage, and onion. Both meats were authentic and delicious. My favorite way to eat my doner was with a bit of the bread, a bit of the dill sauce, some onion and cabbage, and a bunch of meat - a mini gyro, if you will. We took away about 1/3 of the generous portions and ordered a large mixed plate (all 10 of the sides) and baklava to take to our friend. It's a bit of a drive for us, but any time we're anywhere close, we're going to be back for sit down (if it's mealtime) or takeaway if it's not. I highly recommend you do the same.

Alibaba is probably the oldest Turkish restaurant in the Albany area, and it recently got a nice…read moreupgrade -- from the furniture to the serving plates and menus. The place feels much more modern and inviting now. Our family especially enjoys the beyti kebab, the güveç, and their pide. I haven't tried the pizza yet, but since their pide is very good, I imagine the pizza would also be solid. For me though, the real highlight at Alibaba is the mezze. In Turkish cuisine, grilled meats and kebabs are almost always enjoyed with a variety of mezze. They might technically be sides, but they're a big part of the whole experience. These days there are several Turkish kebab places in the area, but none of them offer a wide selection of fresh, house-made mezze like Alibaba does. At many places you're lucky if you find one or two options, often just a basic ezme. At Alibaba you'll find around ten different mezze and each one tastes distinct and freshly made. Every time I tell myself I'll just take a little... and somehow I end up filling a big mezze plate. Honestly, even when we grill at home, our motivation is picking up mezze from Alibaba to go with it. I'm not sure if it gets the credit it deserves, but don't skip the mezze here -- you'd be missing out. In fact, start with the mezze and figure out the rest later :))

Excellent legit Greek food…read more Recommend the mezze platter as a starter: hummus, tzatziki, ezme, eggplant tomatoes, and tirokafter. All super flavorful and decent size portions for a starter. Can serve about 4. Also recommend the keftedakia grilled lamb & beef seasoned with garlic, mint, parsley & onion and served with tzatziki. Also decent sized for an appetizer. Can't go wrong with any fish here. Service was excellent both times we went. Online ordering via Toast https://order.toasttab.com/online/athos

Great food, everything tasted fresh and the restaurant was very clean. Service was amazing and not…read morerushed but also moved. I ordered Branzino filet and husband ordered beef souvlaki. They were out of the short rib but his was very good. The bourbon drink on special was amazing! I was nervous to go because it was a little out of my comfort zone but it is a wonderful date night spot.

Incredibly tasty! Chicken shawarma bowl with quinoa, pickled onions and cabbage, black olives,…read morefeta, tzatziki, humus, shepard's salad and more! It's a bit loud in the dining room but sitting outside, the only thing missing is the Aegean Sea to stare out into.

I always consider places that offer well-crafted, Mediterranean-style bowls to be a good option for…read morea meal, and they do it right at Simone's. And they handle a line faster than some of the other places in Stuyvesant Plaza (think burgers and shakes). For a first meal here, I went with one of their bowls made without adjustments, so I'll have a better idea of what to tweak on future orders. It was about an hour before closing time, and I noticed that the greens were starting to look a little dry, perhaps not refreshed recently. You get a lot of rice. All of the ingredients blend well, though I wouldn't necessarily want as much sauce slathered on (something I can easily adjust). I was pleasantly surprised by the small, warm, soft pita I was given at the cashier. I do wish they had a few more unsweetened beverage options, all of their fountain drinks are sweetened. This is definitely one of the better options in the Plaza for a quick and healthy meal.

A very well kept store in Latham offering a variety of international foods…read more The employees were very friendly. There is so much to see, every bit of this store is fully stocked with thousands of items. Any questions I had were answered expertly. There is a cafe in the rear of this store which seemed like it just kept going further and further back, seriously there is so much inside! There was a full service butcher shop in the middle of the store with Halal meats and a large freezer section stocked with whole fish. Fresh produce is also in the middle of the store close to the cashier stand. A large freezer section lines the wall to the left when you enter and on the right bulk rices are available. It was a very cool shop and super affordable. I'll be back soon.

This place seems to have it all! We ordered food to eat there and everything was delicious. The…read morevegetable korma was so flavorful and may be one of my new favorite dishes! Generous portions and friendly staff.

This is one of those places I waited too long to visit and am glad I finally got there. I like this…read moretwist on crepes. It's quaint, quiet, and pleasant inside, and I was greeted by the aroma of crepe better cooking. While it wasn't busy inside, there was a steady stream of orders to go. The chicken in my chicken teriyaki crepe was cooked perfectly and still moist, and the combination of the chicken, greens, and sauce really hit the spot. The teas are quite flavorful but a bit sweeter than I would normally prefer. With so many food options along Route 9, T-Swirl stands out as a unique and delicious option.

Still a 5/5 experience!!! Love TSwirl so so much. My fav is the matcha chocolate truffle!!!read more