Trojan Horse

Trojan Horse

★★★★☆ 3.6 (248) • $$

Maximillian L. "Came here with a friend after not coming here in several years. Food was great, service was quick though being short staffed, and our server was amazing. I order a grilled tenderloin with fries. We also got an appetizer, the Saganaki. So delicious! I will literally return just to eat the Saganaki again! The vibe is nice and quiet. The lower level feels as though you're relaxing with your friends in a basement with music playing. I'd recommend to others for sure!"

Spicy Doner

Spicy Doner

★★★★★ 4.6 (69)

Vandy C. "The place is a great example of home style Indian food. From the time we entered to the time we left after a finger licking meal,,,, the experience was a reminder of food as it should be cooked - simple but so flavorful that you aren't going to look around before you lick that last bit off your fingers. The service was quick, the ambiance simple, clean and friendly. You can dine in or pick up to go. We had the goat masala with tandoor roti and a chicken shawarma pita. They also ask you for the spice level - mild, medium, hot. We had the hot, and it was lesser than a Thai level 5, but does make you feel it and we enjoyed that. Will be back for a lot more."

Abigail Street

Abigail Street

★★★★☆ 4.4 (533) • $$$

Nathan L. "Came in for dinner on a Friday night. All of the food was excellent - we had the day's hummus, bouillabaisse, and broccoli, along with a couple of cocktails. The bouillabaisse is my absolute favorite, and it was a hit with both of us. Very tasty, a little spicy, and good enough you'll want to lick the bowl.The restaurant was busy and filling up, but pleasant, with enough room at our table, and we were able to have our conversation. The service was brisk, but polite, and our questions about wine pairing was answered with some hesitation, but with a satisfying result.One star has to come off because this restaurant has begun charging a fee for using a credit card. This is a vulgar practice that has no place in high-end dining."

The Great Greek Mediterranean - Carmel, IN

The Great Greek Mediterranean - Carmel, IN

★★★★☆ 4 (50) • $$

Brenda J. "The gyro is delicious. The meat was good perfectly for my taste. It was done without being dry. The American French fries were hot, crispy, and crunchy, The pita bread was different than what Im accustomed to--not bad, just different. The rice pudding dessert is divine! I loved the creamy texture. It's a good-sized portion. It has a flavorful sweet taste. Next time I'll try the Baklava or the Baklava ice cream. It was a great first experience and I can't wait to visit again."

Fillo Modern Greek

Fillo Modern Greek

★★★★★ 4.6 (77) • $$

Scott N. "What an experience! I will say I was nervous about their cancelation policy that includes a $20 charge per person if reservations are canceled less than 24 hours before the reservation. We had reservations for six, with one canceling due to illness the day of. I called ahead to change the reservation, but was still worried there could be a charge. There wasn't.My reason for including all that information is this... after having dinner on a Saturday (we were there at 4:30 when they opened), it was clear they do a massive business and need every seat available. We had a plan to check in during the week with a reminder and confirmation everyone was still on for dinner. The restaurant is beautiful and comfortably upscale. Our server Brynn, was outstanding. She was very cordial and friendly, as well as being well versed with the menu. She also split our bill five ways, spreading the food across all five bills and divvying up the drinks appropriately. The food... where do I start? I'll start by saying there are things on the menu we did not order that I still want to try. Guess we'll have to go back. Darn!What we did order was well.. a lot! Everything was fantastic.I'd say we started with the Trio of Spreads, but that's only because it came out first. My favorite was the Taramasalata (cured cod roe), which had just a slight fish flavor (it's not off-putting in any way). When we go again I will just order this. The Tzatziki was lovely and the Tirokafteri (spicy feta) was indeed spicy. It was tasty, but I focused on it the least. The grilled pitas that come with the spreads are a bit like Olive Garden's endless breadsticks. This is a huge plus and was greatly appreciated.Next was the Ntakos. Brynn told us to let it sit and allow the rusk to absorb the liquid and flavors. It was beautiful and delicious. That said, I won't order this next time.Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower - Roasted cauliflower seasoned with spices and turmeric w/ creamy tahini sauce. It was not spicy and the sauce was delightfully light and wonderful. I recommend it!The Manitaria Confit, aka mushrooms, were out of this world. So freakin' tasty! Yep, you should get these. We will get them again.The Pantzaria (roasted beets served with garlic dip) was outstanding! I'd order it again and you should too.The Bouyiourdi (spicy baked feta with peppers, tomatoes and onions) was spicy. It was good, but not my favorite. If you like things on the spicy side, go for it! Best bite - Char Grilled Xtapodi - grilled octopus. I get grilled octopus whenever I can. Fillo's grilled octopus is about the best I've had. So tender, and the EVOO, vinegar, oregano and capers are the perfect accompaniment. If I was only getting one thing, this would be it.The Kotopoulo Souvlaki was amazing. The chicken was tender and flavorful. With tomatoes, onions, fries, pita and dipping sauce, this is easily a full meal.The Moussaka was perfect. It looked beautiful and it was full of flavor. They had two desserts - Baklava and Ravani. The baklava was amazing! Just half of one of the three small pieces would have been enough. Wonderfully sweet and bursting with baklava syrup. The Ravani, topped with quince, was good but probably the least favorite of all the bites that evening.I also had a Baklava Negroni. That said, I asked if they could make it a Negroski, which is a Negroni made with vodka rather than gin. They accommodated my request with aplomb and it was delicious. Oh... the thing that makes it special is baklava syrup. It's not that I could taste it specifically, but Negronis can be a bit bitter. The Baklava "Negroski" was beautifully smooth. It wasn't bitter. It also wasn't sweet. It was perfection.I can't wait to go back."

Kabab Grill

Kabab Grill

★★★★☆ 4.3 (93) • $$

Katherine A. "I was blown away by the Mediterranean food at Kabob Grill. This is a hidden gem on 96th Street. We had an early lunch. The food was fantastic. I started with the Hummus Sharma with Chicken. The chicken was hot, spicy and moist. The hummus was light with lots of tahini. The appetizer came with pita bread and was delicious and filling. My husband had the gyro, which was generously filled with meat and fresh ingredients. He ranked the gyro among the best he's ever had. I ordered a Tabouli salad late. It took awhile to come out and I realized that they made it FRESH! It was the best tabouli salad that I ever had. Sammie, our server, was attentive and friendly. Compliments to the amazing chef! The food is outstanding!The dining room is simply decorated, but comfortable. There's plenty of parking in the strip mall. I didn't see alcohol as an option. But they've nailed the rest. Highly recommend."

Indy gyros

Indy gyros

★★★★★ 4.6 (62)

Linda H. "I got the chicken Gyro plate. It had so much chicken it was enough for two days. The chicken is so flavorful and has little heat but really good. Also a piece of baklava to go. It has a small bar up front but didn't pay much attention to it. The restaurant was clean and the staff was very friendly."

Saxony Pizzeria

Saxony Pizzeria

★★★★☆ 4.2 (54)

Paul L. "Last minute decision on pizza night, so used the app to choose our pizza toppings which made it efficient and easy to pick up at the restaurant and enjoy a relaxing night at home! Yum-it tastes good too"

Andy's Mediterranean Grille

Andy's Mediterranean Grille

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (215) • $$

Chad P. "Again, this place continues to be excellent and we love it! Our service was great and attentive and the food is always amazing. Lamb shanks, labneh, grape leaves. It was all so good! If you want a group table or 6 or more people, it's good to call ahead.Prices have really gone up. That's normal these days and I understand. But probably not good for everybody considering wages don't always go up with them. Hopefully Andy's can continue to do well in this environment of increased costs. We get it! Food is still just so wonderful and we continue to return but probably only a couple times a year. But we know when we come we're going to spend a lot of money.Staff here is always been very friendly and treated us like family. We've had a couple of birthdays here and we tell them ahead of time and they always make sure we have a good space. Looking forward to coming back!"

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe - Keystone Crossing

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe - Keystone Crossing

★★★★☆ 4.2 (208) • $$

Ruth Shandale T. "Great customer service. Fast delivery. Healthy choice. Chill place for lunch to stop in and get a quick bite with some relative peace and quiet."

Mezedes

Mezedes

★★★★★ 4.5 (78)

Stephanie A. "Perfect lunch spot!Great and quick service combined with a delicious gyro and they easily accommodated our group of eight. I loved my classic gyro along with some baklava for dessert. I was very impressed by how quick the food came out, especially with our large group. Pretty awesome that they have a gyro loyalty card, too. I will definitely be back!!"

Magdy's

Magdy's

★★★★☆ 4.4 (54) • $$$

Krystal D. "Great food friendly service. Awesome experience overall. Staff is very attentive, the atmosphere is very Serene and peaceful. And just makes time to come out in the dining room and talk to everybody personally"

Sam's Gyros

Sam's Gyros

★★★★☆ 3.9 (124) • $$

Sean K. "We was in the area and decided to stop in for lunch. It was a little early on Saturday and nobody else was in there. I'm confused as why because it was excellent. The wife and I split a gyro and a shawarma along with some falafel. My son had a kids burger which was regular size and came with fries. The staff was excellent and the food was top notch. It was all priced very reasonably. Not sure why we never stopped in before but we will definitely return."

Sultana Cafe & Hookah Bar

Sultana Cafe & Hookah Bar

★★★★☆ 3.6 (154) • $$

Alexandria H. "What a change in venue!!! I came here a couple of years ago and I'm not sure if they have changed management but it was definitely a completely different experience from before. It did get off to a slight downward start as instead of being greeted at the door with a "hello" we were yelled at from off in the distance "we need your id", considering she was behind the bar standing.......she could've walked over greeted us....then asked for our ID, but she didn't.My drink was fantastic!!! It was a mango premium tequila margarita and it didn't disappoint! I also ordered the spanakopita and they were phenomenal! When I say this place has made some changes to food and drinks...they've made some changes!!!The group I was with of course ordered some hookah and per the recommendation of one of waitresses we had a minty pineapple something which was perfect! One of my friends ordered a drink which came out on fire!!! It was STRONG too!!! Not too sure how she finished it but it definitely had a punch to it."

Al Basha Restaurant & Grocery

Al Basha Restaurant & Grocery

★★★★☆ 4.2 (190) • $$

Thama P. "I've been twice, and very pleased with both visits! I was in search for the, "Dubai chocolate bars" and was able to find it there! The chocolate bar was absolutely delicious! The customer service was exceptional! I called to see if the bar was there prior to going, and someone answered and was very helpful! Both times! I would recommend!!!"

Chicago Fish Chicken Gyro

Chicago Fish Chicken Gyro

★★★★☆ 4.1 (26)

Ken N. "There's a new restaurant open in the southwest pocket of Indy: Chicago Fish Chicken & Gyros. I'm not sure if it is connected to the one on the far east side, but this spot is located in a small stripmall along SR 67 before you reach Heartland Crossing.I went in on their opening weekend and found that they have dine in seating but no waiting service, so you need to place your order at the counter at the back of the dining area. They don't have overhead menus, so you need to find one of their printed menus at the counter or on a side table.The menu has a large number of options; many would be suitable for family dinners or even tailgaiting. The menu has categories including Chicago Style Sandwiches, Middle East Style Food, Wings, Tenders, and Fish. They also plan on having lunch specials (Mon-Fri) for about $7 including fries and drink.I decided to get a gyro (comes with fries & drink) and an order of 15 pc wings (with fries). I paid and was told to give them about 15 minutes. While I waited, I could see that if they want this to be more of a dine-in restaurant, they would benefit from a bit more decoration and fewer large tables so that individuals or couples could find a spot without taking up a large bench. They could also use some individual chairs for people waiting for their "to go" orders.When I got home, I tried the gyro first. Really good sandwich with enough flavor to be enjoyable. The meat was not dry and had just enough sauce to blend with the spices. The fries were also freshly made, but I was not offered any ketchup for them. The fries were seasoned with salt, so I didn't need any additional amount.The chicken wings (I got full wings, but half wings are also available) were served in an aluminum container along with the fries and topped with foil. They were still hot when I got home and I could see they were heavily seasoned. Good flavor, but leaning towards too much salt. The fries were plentiful too.But here's the problem: Packaging a large number of wings and fries together allows their internal heat to continue cooking them. The chicken can become dry inside while the fries pick up the steam from being enclosed and can become a bit soggy. When I got home, I immediately pulled the foil back to and separated the fries to allow the chicken to be spread out. I quick baked the fries at 400 for a few minutes to restore their crispness. I would also have liked to see dipping sauce (Ranch Dressing w/celery sticks) offered for the wings. As is, the salty taste accumulated. With some sauce, it might not be as noticeable. Like with the ketchup, it was a problem I solved at home. But if you are buying and don't have access to items in your fridge, you might be disappointed.I hope that the owners will also put their phone number on a banner or in large letters on their window. If it takes 15 minutes for a meal, letting people know their number so they can call ahead would be really helpful.Although there were a few minor disappointments, I think they can iron things out and become a nice addition to a well traveled, but sparsely populated area.Review #3533"

Jerusalem Bakery & Grill

Jerusalem Bakery & Grill

★★★★☆ 3.9 (26)

Lynn N. "A hidden gem next door to the Almadina International market. There is a connecting door between the two. Sometimes they have their pies in a glass window display case. If they don't, order from their menu and after about an 8 minute wait you will get fresh pies from the oven. You can even see them making it. 5 stars - Cheese pie. Freshly baked and with a slight char on the crust which adds great flavor. The cheese is not salty and is a great compliment to the fluffy dough. If you get it with zaatar, it's a good combination of flavors. 5 stars - Hummus. So creamy, and the texture is my favorite. The flavor is great too! It compliments their pita bread too. Ask for their spicy tomato and onion side (I forgot what it's called) which compliments the hummus so well. I come here often and will continue to. Thankful for a place like this in Fishers!"

Papa Fattoush Restaurant

Papa Fattoush Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.3 (256) • $$

Andrea P. "Great little Mediterranean spot in downtown Carmel. This is a small counter service restaurant but the food is absolutely delicious. The pita's served with the hummus were so soft and delicious. And they put a very generous amount of meat inside the gyro, everything was cooked fresh and served hot!"

Noor Cafe

Noor Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (33)

rod m. "Really solid private Middle East cafe. It was clean, well portioned and fresh spices. I got the Noor Platter with Rice substitute for Baba Ghanoush. The plate comes with soda and pita. The hummus was good, little runny, but good. Syrian style salad and Falafel was well seasoned and cooked through. I will return."

Canal Bistro Mediterranean Grille

Canal Bistro Mediterranean Grille

★★★★☆ 4.3 (514) • $$

Ethan Z. "This is probably the 4th or 5th time that I have been to this wonderful place! Each time go, I remember just how awesome the staff is and just how amazing the food is!!! Canal Bistro is located in the heart of Broad Ripple right off the Canal and provides a great ambiance for both indoor and outdoor seating! Last time I went we ordered the Calamari for the table and I opted for the Chicken Shawarma sandwich and I of course upgrade my fries to the Garlic Feta Fries!!! The Calamari was crispy and tender which never disappoints. The sandwich was very good with each bite having a little bit of each flavor in it. And of course the Garlic Feta Fries were amazing and they never disappoint! Great place for any occasion! -- be sure to check it out!"

Four Seasons

Four Seasons

★★★★☆ 3.9 (172) • $

Thomas C. "An overall great diner experience!The food was your average diner food. Not fantastic but not bad. The French toast is thick and fluffy though.The waitress (I believe her name was Bre?) gave me the best service I've ever received at a diner. She didn't let our coffee go 1 inch below the lip before she was back giving us a warmer. She was so kind to a man behind us. It was an older gentleman's birthday and she offered him a piece of cake, whichever he wanted.The inside was clean and the locals were friendly. I wish every diner was like this!"

Frankie's Sips & Savories

Frankie's Sips & Savories

★★★★★ 4.7 (32)

Carl J. "Oh my God, I love this place so much. The food is amazing. The vibe is amazing. The people are amazing. This is what the city needs. I'm gonna be a frequent customer at this place."

Bosphorus Cafe

Bosphorus Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (738) • $$

Carlos S. "Whimsical place which reminded us of so many great meals in Turkey! We ordered the Adana kebab (with side salad), and the Beef Mediterranean with the lentil soup (sorry, no photo). Everything was delicious. We also had the hummus and it was great as well, and someone got to it before I could take a picture. The owner was our waiter and he's a fun one to talk to. Competitive prices, parking is a little sketchy since there's a taco place next door that threatens to have cars towed if you park in their "lot." However, that seemed to be where the locals parked... and so did we. As someone who has been to Turkey multiple times, I recommend this place. Great food, totally authentic atmosphere."

Grecian Garden

Grecian Garden

★★★☆☆ 2.5 (24) • $

Fox E. "Grecian Garden is neither a garden nor is it in Greece. Discuss.I'm not a huge fan of the food here. I found it pretty bland both times I came, and the second time (which was later in the day when everyone was closing up), it didn't seem as fresh as at lunch time. I guess it had been sitting out awhile. Not a fan of the Dolma or the Falafel. The Hummus isn't too bad, but in general it's not top on my "Middle Eastern Foods" list. I still might try other stuff in future because it's better than a lot of the overpriced stuff in this up and coming food hall."

The Greek Islands Restaurant - Indianapolis

The Greek Islands Restaurant - Indianapolis

★★★★☆ 4.4 (378) • $$

Quinn L. "I recently discovered my love for Greek food, so when I needed to find a place for dinner before going to the Olympic trials, I knew the Greek Islands was the perfect place. Located right outside of Lucas Oil Stadium in downtown Indy, it was a very convenient place for a quick bite before going to the swim meet. My mother and I decided to split a selection of appetizers in lieu of each ordering our own meals, and I think we made the right choice because we were able to sample many different traditional Greek dishes. I loved the gyro plate, especially the tenderness of the lamb meat and the refreshing cucumber-and-mint flavor of the tzatziki sauce. My mother ordered the Greek olives, and they were delicious on top of pita bread and drizzled with olive oil. We shared the Saganaki (flaming cheese), which I expected to just be a novelty, but it actually tasted very smoky and rich. I used it as a gyro topping and even tried some bites of it just plain! The only problem was that they were out of the lemon, chicken, and pasta soup, which my mother and I were looking forward to trying. Luckily, it wasn't that big of a deal because we still had lots of delicious food to make up for it. The severs were both very kind and attentive, and the service was efficient despite the restaurant being understaffed. I had a pleasant experience at the Greek Islands, and I am sure to be back for another affordable and authentic Mediterranean meal! Opa!"

Savor Restaurant

Savor Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (435) • $$$

Michelle B. "This was my second visit to Savor with friends, and I have to say I love their food. I will also say I ordered the same thing both times! Their scallop risotto is phenomenal. But I did also try their cioppino that 3 of my 4 dining companions all ordered.The scallops are seasoned perfectly and both times erred on the side of slightly underdone, which I much prefer to fully cooked and therefore overdone. The risotto is rich, cheesy and beautiful with its diagonally-cut asparagus and the mushrooms fresh and bright (not sautéed brown first). As a NorCal native, I am a bit of a cioppino snob (and seafood snob in general). I can say with confidence Savor's cioppino is the best in town, ranking just above the also delicious versions at Monterrey and Noah Grant's. I do wish one could find real sourdough bread in Indiana, however. The one thing that left us disappointed by the experience was that as a party of 5 with a corresponding reservation, we were seated at a 4-top such that one of us had to eat on the corner of the table. The tables are already pretty tightly-squeezed in in front of the widows where we sat. But what was particularly annoying was that there was an unreserved 2-top right next to us that lay completely empty the entire time we were there. We were a bunch of middle-aged women, hardly waify little things, in the dead of winter with coats and sweaters and such. There was no reason to squeeze us in like that and it left us feeling a bit devalued. We ordered two dessert to share, the crème brûlée and the chocolate cake. Both were divine with nice presentation. Our server was delightful as were the rest of the staff who helped. All in all, it was a second good experience and I'll be back."

Pita Land Mediterranean Grille

Pita Land Mediterranean Grille

★★★★☆ 3.6 (103) • $

Joshua G. "Food was very good and the worker seemed very nice. I got the kufta sandwich combo and the meat was tender and delicious. Definitely worth trying out."

Adel's Gyros

Adel's Gyros

★★★★☆ 4.4 (378) • $

Hannah D. "If I could give them more than 5 stars I would. We went on a Wednesday during lunchtime. The owner took our order immediately, and told us what was popular (gyros) and what he recommended. I ordered the chicken shawarma, my friend ordered the gyro. Both orders were made fresh and we were served about 10-12 minutes after our orders were taken. The food was DELICIOUS. The chicken was tender and had good flavor, as did the tzatziki and hummus. My friend really enjoyed his gyro. Prices were fair too for how much food we got ($16.33 after tax for my shawarma and soda). The owner was super friendly too, and offered us THE best baklava I've had. Sweet, sticky, and just big enough to satisfy my sweet tooth. It's safe to say this spot made our favorites for office day lunches. We'll be back soon!"

Happy Chicken

Happy Chicken

★★★★★ 4.7 (3)

Katherine A. "The Happy Chicken is a new chicken place on the corner of 86th and Michigan Road. I was glad to see they were open, as I stopped by yesterday and they were not. They serve a simple menu with chicken as the star of either flatbread, meals or a Mediterranean inspired bowl. The chicken is roasted, not fried. When we stopped at 11:30 for lunch, the chicken was not ready for the plate meals, so we could only order flatbread or the bowl. You order at the counter and the food is ready very quickly. The bowl was huge. The roasted chicken is very tender. The bowl had a ton of yellow rice and some iceberg lettuce. The meal was topped with a huge piece of pita and a sauce that they called Tazhiki, but was really a lemon flavored yogurt. The sauce and rice left me disappointed. The meal was filling. The staff was friendly and quick. There are only 2 tables inside to eat. The tables are wonky, too low for the bar height stools. You have to lean over to reach the food. I think most people order the meals to go, which is a good idea. I would like to see some healthier options (more vegetables) on the menu and more upscale dishes. I would like to try the plate meals, but I think you have to show up later in the day for those to be an option. In and out of the parking lot is challenging. You can really only go north. I drove around the block to get into the parking lot."

Truva Turkish Kitchen - Mason

Truva Turkish Kitchen - Mason

★★★★☆ 4.3 (50)

Andrea T. "Popped in with our daughter (just under 2) for dinner and the food and service was awesome. We asked for our daughter's food right away while we looked over the menu and it was brought out quickly much to her delight. We enjoyed cabbage rolls (two huge rolls!) and a salad (also large) with some added protein and they were both so so good. While we were enjoying our food, the staff was super friendly and kind to our daughter each time they would pass. The ambiance is a nice middle ground, you can dress up wear a pair of jeans and both would be suitable."

Mecca Restaurant

Mecca Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.3 (18) • $

Elizabeth G. "Y'all. Do not overlook this place in your food hunt. It's inside a grocery store and definitely an experience, but worth every bit of it. The waitress/cook was super helpful and made sure to let us know that the food we ordered (hummus with meat and something I don't remember the name of) was finger food but she would bring us some spoons since we were first timers we didn't use them at all and enjoyed our pita "utensils" greatly. Our friends got some lamb and rice and loved that. If we were local we would go all the time. Amazing and not to be missed."

Ruth's Parkside Cafe

Ruth's Parkside Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (204) • $$

Chad P. "A friend of mine just moved in nearby and said that we should try this place. I always thought it was a bit strange being a cafe underneath a giant old factory that I guess is now apartments? Anyway I never really paid much attention to it but we finally decided to go. They have a good amount of space once you get around the entrance wall and they use it well! Service was very nice and you could tell this was a place where the same people have worked at for quite a long time. I feel like their menu selection was very eclectic as well as appealing to what most people might want. I had the cavatappi with the vodka sauce and I added Italian sausage to it. My friend had their catfish. My cavatappi was amazing! With the vodka sauce as well as the slices of mozzarella cheese on top and sliced asparagus, it was just amazing and full of flavor and you really got a big portion of it. I almost couldn't eat the whole thing! Make sure to ask for a side of bread which does not cost extra to sop up more of that sauce. My friend had the catfish which was on top of one of their fried butter ball and sauce. Butter ball is probably the wrong word. But it was some sort of fried thing that the catfish was sitting on top of and he said it was excellent. Definitely want to return here and try some more of their amazing dishes!"

Lava

Lava

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (103) • $$

Sharee M. "Okay, Lava. I will say that for the last three years I've been giving you a very bad rap. But my visit 3 weeks ago changes my mind. I won't get into why you got a bad rep for me in the first place.My girlfriend from Detroit was in town and had a simple request: "Please take me to a place with the music and strong drinks". I added the hookah part as I knew I wanted to relax and she needed to two. I initially thought about Lava. I hoped that getting in would not be a problem on a Friday night. We decided to go around 7:00pm and it definitely was not an issue to get past the bouncer )who has electronic license scanner by the way) and then get seated at a booth. We had really good strong drinks and shots. The server was beyond nice and very attentive. And I must say the hookah here was strong and on point all night long. More so than I've ever experienced at the Egyptian Room! Of course the room didn't really start to fill up and get a very party vibe until around 9:00 p.m. but this gave us time to talk and enjoy each other. Then around 9:00 pm we got to great music, mainly R&B and trap. We left around 11:00pm ish feeling good and having a good time. I definitely will try again using the same method of coming a little earlier to claim a spot and I'm staying majority of the night. I probably would have avoid this place on Saturdays as I've always seen a line outside the door to get in. It also depends on what kind of hookah feel you're looking for. Lava is the party spot with a party feel and loud music. If you're looking for something mellow but a little bit of the same type of music, Egyptian Room is up the street. Lava, I appreciate you and I look forward to doing business with you in the future."

Mashaweena

Mashaweena

★★★★☆ 4.2 (5)

Mariano G. "Despite a few hiccups, my visit to Mashweena offered some notable highlights. The interior was pretty plain with a menu posted outside a glass window to look at and a park bench to sit on while waiting. Unfortunately, the fryer was down during my visit, meaning no falafel or fries were available--a disappointment. Additionally, the wait time stretched to about 30 minutes, which seemed like a long time despite being open for an hour and no body inside. The beef gyro left much to be desired; it was dry and unappetizing.However, amidst these setbacks, the chicken shish tawook shone brightly. Moist, well-spiced, and complemented perfectly with the pickles inside, it was a savory delight. The lentil soup was another standout, bursting with flavor. Kudos to the friendly and helpful staff, whose warmth enhanced the dining experience.Overall, while there were bumps along the way, the flavorful chicken shish tawook and tasty lentil soup, along with the welcoming service, elevate this take out only restaurant."

Fayrouz

Fayrouz

★★★★☆ 4.3 (77) • $$

Craig T. "We ate here for the first time.The people that worked here couldn't be any nicer. Big plus!I got a gyro and fries and it was delicious. Fries were wam and good size gyro.I will eat here again."