Old Damascus

Chicken Shawarma; great! Beef kabobs; wonderful. Hummus fantastic. Portions were large. Server very knowledgeable. Second time under new management, we will be regulars!

Went here for the first time and customer service was good but food was not!First of all, their outside shop sign is very small and therefore this place is hard to see from the main road. On top, this shop is between two shops whose signs are much bigger than this shop. I like the design/font but the sign size is just too small.We ordered beef kebab and kabsa. Beef kebab was good and we liked it. Unfortunately, kabsa was not good at all. Chicken was baked and didn't taste anything but like a tasteless boiled chicken. Rice didn't have any taste either and was tasted old. On top of this, even though kabsa costed $24, it did not come with any sides beside the kabsa tomato sauce! It should have come up with salad, veggies, or some other sides, etc. We asked for garlic sauce and it was brought in. Turned out it costed us extra $3 for a small portion. How hard is it to tell the customer if something will cost extra?I didn't try any other food so don't know how they taste like.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at this charming Syrian restaurant, and if you're craving authentic Syrian cuisine, this is the spot for you. The decor is cute, with a great aesthetic that's not only pleasing but also very clean--a big plus in my book.Our server was incredibly sweet and attentive, making sure we were well taken care of throughout our meal. I decided to sample a variety of dishes to get a feel for their Syrian-style offerings, and I wasn't disappointed. Their Muhammara was a standout for me--unique and delicious, especially with those drizzles of pomegranate molasses that added a twist. The stuffed grape leaves were also a hit, showcasing that same delicious use of pomegranate molasses. As for the mains, both the lamb and chicken dishes were phenomenal--flavorful, tender, and juicy. You could really taste the authenticity and care put into each dish.Admittedly, the prices were a bit on the higher side, but given the quality and taste of the food, I found it well worth it. It's not every day you come across such genuine flavors and preparation.Oh, and let's not forget about their garlic sauce--it's a total game changer. Trust me, you'll want to slather it on everything.Overall, our experience here was great, and I highly recommend giving it a try. Whether you're a seasoned fan of Syrian cuisine or a newcomer looking to explore, this place definitely deserves a visit.

good place to check out for their special rice dishes Old Damascus is located in a complex with other restaurants and shops. It has a lot of indoor seating. Servers were friendly. We ordered the mint lemonade, hibiscus lemonade, hummus, kibbeh, chicken kabsa, lamb Mandi, and falafel sandwich. I love trying out new types of drinks, and these were good. Mint lemonade could use a little more of something to get the perfect balance (maybe more mint?). The hibiscus one was nice too, but it could be too sweet for some people. Hummus was good, but I wish the pita bread served with it was a little warmed. Kibbeh had some crunch to to, with delicious meat, but I would prefer it with less dough around the edges. The mains were all great! Lamb was very tender; it fell off the bone. The Mandi rice was my favorite rice. Chicken was very moist and tender too, but I felt like the meat inside could use a little more flavor, but if you add a little of that dakhoos sauce they give with it, it perfects it. Kabsa rice was tasty as well, but it had a little heat in the aftertaste. We also got a cucumber mint yogurt sauce, which I loved! I loved the crunch of the falafel in the falafel wrap. Overall, I would definitely order the rice dishes and wrap again.

What a treat. Nice new Syrian restaurant at Coit and Campbell (more on Campbell towards UTD). The menu is fault limited but covers all the Middle Eastern basics of hummus, stuffed grape leaves, kebabs, and Schwarma. Service was very eager and attentive. Process are very reasonable. My huge schwarma sandwich wrap was only around $10. Oh, and their mint tea was great!

Service was great. Food was tasty but not unbelievable. Fine for neighborhood spot, but would not go out of my way. The inside decor was very nice.

We tried this place for dinner Saturday evening at 6pm and we were the only people there. We ordered hummus, falafel, chicken Shawarma sandwich, beef soujouck sandwich, chicken, kebab plate, and the beef kebab plate. Both the kebabs were very dry but the rice that came with it was very flavorful. Our favorite were the falafel.

I am loving the ambiance and decor of the place! We got to the restaurant right as it opened for lunch so we were the only ones there for a brief moment. The service might seem a little slow but also you're warned to just wave at them when you're ready to order/need anything/etc. We tried the yalinche (grape leaves) and lamb kabobs. Both were pretty good. I do think I could use an extra lemon with the kabobs but overall it was great. The menu said you get pita with the grilled kabob dishes however we did not get any pita. That is the only angst I truly have as I LOVE pita. I will be back to try some of the other items on the menu though. I believe the owner offered us tea/coffee to try but we had to get going. I will have to try that next time as well.

I ordered online through their website for takeout and it worked really well, my food was ready when I arrived at the restaurant and the order was accurate. The interior decor is really nice with lots of seating and a warm earthy tone. The Shawarma wraps were really good, I liked that they used a unique type of thin pita bread for the wrap, instead of thick fluffy pita or tortillas that I've seen at most Dallas Middle Eastern restaurants. The Tabouleh was really good and so was the Kibbeh. The mint yogurt dip was a little soupy, but I'll give it another try in the future in case I got an off batch.

Food and service were great. The interior is not fancy but the food is tremendous. I'll be going again when I am in the area