I love the food here. The vegetarian sampler is my favorite: the eggplant and zucchini stew is…read moredelicious, as is the cauliflower. I love the hummus here too. I also get the chicken plate, and it's always good. The ambiance is meh (and I can sometimes smell cleaning products, so I usually get takeout), but I'm writing today because I went to another mediterranean restaurant that seems to get really good reviews and the food wasn't NEARLY as good. The other place's zucchini dish had no flavor and tasted like the tomatoes were from a can; its chicken was dry and flavorless; its pita was paper-thin and hard. I really wish I had gone to Kismet today.

This place is everything you want a Greek spot to be! The baba ganoush was perfection - which is SO…read morehard to find well done these days! The hummus was flavorful, the gyro meat was moist and well seasoned, and the rice was awesome. The pita even tasted fresh! Not sure how much is made in store, but from a delivery perspective I'd believe they make everything in-house, it was that fresh. It was all so good and the portions were so great I was able to bring a little back with me for the drive home! Will absolutely be back when I'm in the are, and if you live in the vicinity, do yourself a favor!

Rayan is an ok food truck in a lot with horrible parking. Getting here is pretty easy if you live…read moreacross the street and can walk, but for a beef shawarma bowl that costs $18 after tax and tip, I hope I'd be able to park and enjoy without worrying that someone will block me in. The saving grace of this place is the chef and owner, who is a good and kind man who brought my food out to me after he made it.

Rayan Lebanese Cuisine is parked just off East Riverside in a small lot with a cozy little seating…read morearea. It's shaded and decorated with wisteria garlands, and there's a TV playing a chill mix of old and new music--not too loud, just enough to set a good vibe. We ordered two dinner platters--one beef, one lamb--and they were stacked. Each came with rice, salad, baba ghanoush, and hummus. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful, and the portions were huge--I easily got a second meal out of mine. We also tried the moussaka and it was yummmaay! Lebanese food doesn't appear to be super common around Austin, so it's awesome to have a spot like this. I was really appreciative of how welcoming the staff were--they checked in with us and made us feel like we were guests in their home. Just really warm, genuine people. Great food, great people, and a chill spot to hang out for a bit

So we went here on a whim because we were hungry and lazy to make food. I ended up getting the…read moreeggplant rice plate. It had seasoned rice with some fried eggplant on top and a little side salad. I don't have much to say about the service or ambience because I was not the one that picked up the food. The food wasn't bad however it definitely wasn't my favorite. I think if I were to go again, I would get the falafel. The eggplant was okay but a little oily for my taste. That being said the rice was good, and I thought the salad was really interesting because it had pickles in it. I would still go here again, because there are multiple options for vegetarians. Next time I go I would try the falafel or the cauliflower and not the eggplant!

I always feel lucky when a food truck opens in my neighborhood. it's like my own backyard…read morerestaurant. i'm even luckier that this one is amazing. the menu is pretty big for a food truck, but they have meaty stuff, gluten free, and vegan options. I had a basic falafel wrap and some fries. although it took a minute to make, everything tasted so fresh, and seasoned perfectly. it's in the parking lot of a corner store, so you can grab drinks, or do laundry next door.

My fav. Turkish restaurant in Austin…read more Mondays - $5 off K-Fries Happy hour 3-7pm on Fridays - $3 beer and 50% off the sides. Wish there were happy hour on other days as well. Staff says there are mimosas and cocktails on Sat, Sunday, need to confirm officially. I love their Beef Wrap and K-fries. Don't like the plain ol fries, much.

After having come back from Turkey I still had an itch for Turkish food, especially kebabs. It…read morereawakened my experience of late Vilseck nights where doner was a staple of after-hours dining. Kebablicious was at the top of the list so I made my way down. It was a cute little shack with an extended patio, an homage to its food truck roots and pretty no-frills. I took a look at their menu and decided to go with a beef & lamb wrap, which is what I was nostalgic for. Flavors wise it was ok-a little on the unseasoned/blander side; it didn't quite get those notes that I was looking for. Portion to value wise it fell a little flat as well. Fifteen bucks for a very skimpy pita, I thought 8 euro was a little steep but man, stateside prices are a whole other thing.

I stopped by this place while driving past and decided to give it a try, and I'm so glad I did! I…read moregot the chicken wrap and was honestly surprised by how juicy the chicken was. There was plenty of sauce, and they even added some extra on the side. Everything tasted super fresh. It had a bit of a kick, just the right amount of spice, not too hot, but flavorful and really delicious. The staff was really friendly too. When I had questions about the menu, they explained everything clearly and were super helpful It's a great spot and I definitely recommend it. Next time I'm planning to try their plate or some hummus!

The food is so delicious I can't find any other place to even compare. I go there so often the guy…read moreworking there knows my order by heart and he's the sweetest soul ever. If you haven't been here you should definitely check it out he really puts love into the food he makes

I hadn't had Arlo's in 7 years just about, but during a business trip I was craving a good vegan…read moreburger. I had the pleasure of speaking with the owner prior to my arrival. He had given me new updates on what's changed to Arlo's. He told me that they are no longer a good truck and moved to the ghost kitchen set-up out of the Lovebirds bar. He told me to order via the website and pick up at a side window. He even told me to call him back if the food isn't good. I ensured him that his food was the bomb diggity so there would be no need for a follow-up call. Whew Chile, if you're ever craving a BBQ burger, don't pass up the sweet, spicy, messy, and fulfilling goodness of this burger. Pair it with the tots and you got yourself a delicious meal. Speaking of the tots they are perfectly seasoned with salt. Big, juicy, thick ass burger. So good that you'd be in a food coma if you finish every bite in one sitting. Luckily I couldn't subject myself to continuous bed rest, I saved some for later so that I can continue to savor the luscious goodness. Absolute best as always!

Everything was good. The service nice. The environment was cozy. I really enjoyed the experience…read more The only thing I would suggest that the food be brought out to the customer. I was a first time guest and I don't realize that I would have to go out the building to a side window. My food had been ready for about 12 minutes and I didn't realize because I was expecting it to come out to me or at least have my name called when it was ready. You order through a QR code.

I just had their beef shawarma plate, with their falafel for an appetizer and the classic walnut…read morebaklava for dessert. The food was absolutely delicious. Everything tasted genuinely and home made. The place is quiet and the vibe is just right. The staff was very friendly and so nice. Thoroughly enjoyed my experience.

I want to love this place more. The hookah place next door is tops, which is how I first noticed…read morethis restaurant and added it to my bucket list. I was so excited to try it out, and from the moment I walked in, I thought i was going to be in for a real treat. The ambiance was fantastic, ugly outside but a transformation inside. Sure it looks dated and tacky with Persian rugs dressing up cheap wooden benches, and middle-eastern floor seating that seems off limits unless/until they determine whether they like you or not, but it's Austin. There's real personality here. We were pumped for the food, ordering a pretty epic spread. Great: Gyro. Clearly roasted and carved properly on a spit versus the pre-sliced garbage that often graces lesser Greek and Middle-Eastern establishments. Falafel was exceptionally crispy on the outside and moist inside, accompanied by a lovingly crafted hummus. Meh: literally everything else we had was pretty boring or bad. The rice was clumpy, a clear sign that the rice had been cooled and reheated. That's pretty unforgivable (the only time that's permissible and proper is for fried rice or rice desserts like rice pudding). The chicken was overcooked and bland -- no salt at all. Kofta, which I always look forward to was undercooked and slimy inside. No thank you. From its location, kitschy decor, and friendly service I really REALLY wanted to love this place, but sadly, the food is what fell far from the mark. I hope they find their mojo.

What a gem, this place is great. Priced well, and the flavor is A+. I got the Lamb wrap and it was…read morehonestly delicious. I got it to go so didnt really experience inside but looked like a lot of seating. Service was great also.

Great service! The owner is very friendly. There are also so many drink options and there is ice…read morecream and dessert available too. Plenty of indoor seating and parking outside. The menu is diverse, there's something for everyone here. I ordered the Philly cheesesteak and was blown away. That's how you do a Philly cheesesteak right! The flavor profile was phenomenal and every bite was packed with balance flavor. It's also open late which is perfect for college kids or if you're looking for a late night casual bite I recommend coming to this place esp if you're looking for a late night bite. Can't go wrong