Grand Cafe

To be honest, I was underwhelmed by the food EXCEPT for the falafel. The falafel here is hands down the best I've had. While the hummus had an excellent, smooth texture, the flavor was lacking for me. The shish kabob was dry and chewy, and again, lacking in flavor. On a more positive note, the customer service was great. Everyone was friendly and helpful explaining the different menu items offered.

AMAZING! Fresh and delicious. Home style Mediterranean food, don't miss the humus, it is smooth and flavorful. I

I tried this place today and it wasn't bad at all! I would go back for the service alone.I ordered the platter with only chicken and beef chunks (I skipped on the ground beef) and falafel. It was a lot of food!Lentil soup - it was ok. I've had better but you could tell it was made with love. Chicken - it was decent. Nice char but could have used more salt.Beef - it was cooked well, but my pieces were a bit chewy. Also could have used more salt.Hummus - the best I've had in the states. So good! It had the perfect amount of lemon juice and Tahini. Chef's kiss!Rice - blah. Plain white rice. I wish they had yellow rice or had seasoned it.Pita - basic. Nothing to write home about but tasted fresh and it was soft.Falafel - I am not a huge fan of sesame seeds on my falafel and there's comes this way. It wasnt horrible, I'd just prefer it without them. However, they were hot and fresh. Garlic sauce - I asked if they had some since the meat was missing salt. It did the job - very garlicky, very good.Tabouli - a little more liquid than I like, but fresh and tasty.The couple that own the place know their regulars and the wife asked me how I found the place since she could tell it was my first time there. I told her Yelp. She was so excited, told me how they'd been there 20-something years, and said over and over how she hopes I like the food. She constantly asked me if I was happy and to please write a review. I told her I would, so I am.Best place to eat Mediterranean food in Richardson? No. Best customer service in the area? Absolutely. And for this reason, I will be back.

Smaller family-owned and operated place. Owner is amazing with customer service and takes great care and pride in his restaurant. Had the large shawarma sandwich with fries and it was delicious. Will definitely be coming back.

Locally owned, with great service. It was great seeing tons of regulars coming in to eat who knew the owners. Great food. Lentil soup was delicious as well as the chicken platter. Will definitely be going back for lunch.

Loved it! The owner was at the grill making dinner. He's been working at this location for over 24 years! The owner recommended the platter - and the price is one of the best you will find for the portion size / quality in DFW. The soup is strongly recommended - I can see it quickly becoming a winter favorite. Plenty of spice that grows in flavor as you reach the bottom of the bowl. The hummus was spot on - really well made with the Kofta kebab having a great balance of spice and char from the grill. This is very much a family run operation where you can't help but feel welcomed in for a home cooked meal. Very casual atmosphere - perfect for lunch, dinner, or takeout/delivery.

I've been going here for over a decade and their Philly Chicken sandwich and Grand Burger are my favorites. Recently I had the Grand Platter. Everything was very tasty and included a combo of different kababs on rice, and the hummus with pita bread was one of the best I've had.

I was craving some Middle-eastern food and just happened to come across this little gem! The food quality was so good! It felt like I was eating a home cooked Lebanese/Syrian meal with my family. The owners were so friendly, nice, and attentive. I will definitely be coming back for the delicious food along with the cozy family vibe.

Sorry I didn't take any pictures, I'll take some next time when I go back... we were starving so we destroyed all the food in a blink of time - their food is really really good! Best hummus I've had so far, there's some ingredients that made it tasted so good. Tabouli was great. I had the Kofta plate and my husband had the chicken kabob (the cubes), and I think they are better than the ones I've had before from other restaurants, their food just tastes very home made. The owner was really kind to us and had good service, the place was quiet which we like. I really hope more people would try their food - they are good. Definitely recommend.

As most have said in reviews, don't come for the atmosphere. The place hasn't been painted since the 80s, and the front door was propped open. But, the food is great. They have been here 25 years, and it was like eating in their kitchen. Warm and inviting. The food genuinely tastes homemade. Will go back!