Mediterranean cuisine: the best places to taste it in Houston

Matthew Roayaee

Amyn Porbanderwala

Ryan Reames

Cafe Adel

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"The food and service here easily surpassed my expectations. The menu boasts a delightful array of options, each crafted with care and attention to..."

Aylin Weyh

"While passing through the area, my husband and I were looking for something off-the-beaten path and not your typical fare. We were so happy to..."

Maggie Jahnke

"Easily 5 stars !! Both food and service exceeded expectations!!! Delicious in all aspects!! The stuffed collard greens (japrak) were perfectly..."

Lauren (Rose)

"We came to Adel Cafe with our friends and absolutely loved the whole experience. The staff is super friendly and the food is authentic Bosnian food...."

Elma Hasimbegovic

"It was the finest meal I've enjoyed in quite a while. If you're interested in savoring high-quality and unique cuisine, you should definitely pay a..."

burhan tanisman

"Stopped here by coincidence as I wanted to enjoy a cup of specialty coffee. And what a specialty I was being treated with. A proper turkish coffee in..."

Renato Ivančič

"We had dinner and the experience was wonderful. Staff is friendly and Giovanni our waiter solved all our questions, since this was our first time we..."

Julysblue

"Some of the best food I've had all month! We haven't had Bosnian food before but it's close to our own Bulgarian food, and we really enjoyed..."

Simona Kostakieva

"I found this place years ago because it has my name. I’ve gone so many times and I’ve loved every single bite of all the meals I’ve had. Their..."

Adela Zyla

"This is my first experience with Bosnian food. My verdict? It’s fantastic. I highly recommend you check this place out. Both the food and..."

Christopher Kittrell

"Nice place good food , good and fast service. The burguer fill it was good the pizza..."

Miriam Zaga

"Everything was amazing, from food to the service! It was our first time trying Bosnian food so we decided to order a few dishes and all share, which..."

Sana U

"Nice atmosphere, I like the meatball which is so similar to our Turkish kofte, the bosnian borek is famous in Turkiye,..."

Ekrem Kurtcu

"Good spot with ample parking, good food and excellent service. The pizza was really good and the fried cheese was amazing. The drinks are pricey as..."

Brian Carpani, GeckoMediaGroup

"I drove five hours to come eat at this restaurant without knowing anything about it. From the moment I walked in I was welcomed by the friendly..."

Dark Side

"Amazing experience, the food was one of the best I’ve had in awhile. The meat was soft and cooked right, the flavors were perfect, and it was..."

Rzxe

"I visited Cafe Adel with a group of friends. They have a nice atmosphere, good service and a menu with Bosnian food. I tried the small cevapcici..."

Lorrayne Chaves

"Cafe Adel is a modern, well decorated, exceptionally clean and elegant feeling - yet casual, dining experience. The Bosnian food is authentic, hearty..."

Amina Purak

"It was our anniversary and we wanted something different. We had started a walking regime and everytime we had walked past Cafe Adel it smelt sooo..."

Christel Bosch

Herbility Grill

Avesta Persian Grill

94/100 (2287 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"Super satisfying Persian food at this lovely place! The seating area is very clean, nicely set up, spacious and comfortable. Probably some of the..."

Atiqa Bhatti

"Perfect spot for a Mediterranean meal. Their new location is bigger and nicest. And they keep having the food quality. As compliment at the begging..."

Julysblue

"The first time I tried this restaurant, I must say the food was amazing. Service was very good. Nice and clean restaurant with a good atmosphere You..."

Naveed Seliya

"Good food. The bread that they serve is delicious. Beef kabob was okay but could have been improved if it was more charcoal grilled. Beef koobideh..."

Mohammad Jarrah

"I had a delightful experience at Avesta Persian Grill! Their kabobs are truly excellent, cooked to perfection with rich flavors. The prices are fair,..."

Gio Tovar

"Really nice place, it was a little cold today, 69F seems to be too cold… but the food is amazing, our family follow this guy since he was at the..."

J Biker

"Amazing and delicious. Top quality Persian food with great service. We loved..."

Awais A

"This was my first time trying this place and it was really good. The service was good and the place wasn’t super packed even during lunch hour..."

Mike Spacek

"The food is delish as always but this was my dad and my first time sitting and dining and Aliyah was amazing at taking care of us and making sure we..."

Seemona Ahmed

"Better than kasra... More flavor try everything.... Average ticket is 20 a person see photos..."

CC CC

"The dining area is beautiful, definitely deserves 5 stars! The food was impeccable, the meat is very tender and just drips off the bone. The rice and..."

Abbas Alsadi

"Came to celebrate a friends birthday and had great food! My first time having Persian food and it was great. Not spicy but very well spiced! Really..."

Madelyn Rupp

"Since I arrived in Houston Avesta has been one of my favorite restaurants, I love the Koobideh that you prepare. I met them at their previous..."

damariz moreno

"The best part is these guys just moved into a new place and I couldn’t be happier. The restaurant is moving much more efficiently and groups of..."

Riz M

"Came here tonight with my friends to celebrate my birthday, and I have to say, this place was fabulous! We ordered the tahdig and kashke bademjan as..."

Bailey Lin

"Absolutely outstanding. I have never had yogurt soda before so they gave me a sample before I bought it. Such a huge serving, I got 3 meals out of it..."

Anna F

"Very good Persian restaurant on the west side of Houston off of Westheimer. I ordered Tahdig Plain, Chicken Chinjeh Kabob, Cherry Rice. The food was..."

Jim Gossen

Tahini Plus

94/100 (2148 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Lunch

Mid-range

"delicious!!! chicken shawarma & sujuk with cheese manakeesh were my absolute favorite. as syrians, this food & atmosphere - especially at its low..."

Salma Yazji

"Amazing fresh food!! The hummus was delicious. The bread was made to order. The best falafel I’ve ever had in my life. The owner is gracious and..."

Junky Mailhai

"Stopped by for late lunch today to try some Mediterranean food. A very warm welcoming at the front door by the most friendly staff. I was impressed..."

drakkarama

"I liked the place , very cozy with Arabic seating . The service is excellent and the team welcoming you very very well. The food was excellent and..."

Hashim Al-Rufaye

"We visited Tahini Plus on 14th May 2023 during lunch hours . The attendant was super friendly and the place super clean ! The ambiance is one to..."

Mirza Ahmed

"Decided to try Tahini Plus Halal Kitchen. I am pleasantly surprised by the quality of food. Everything was made to order fresh and very flavorful. I..."

Saad Feroz

"They have the best hummus in town. I have been to many many restaurants, but hands down to this restaurant. The owner of this place told me they make..."

Omer Ikram

"I enjoyed the breakfast, authentic and mouthwatering. Falafel and Fattah are great. The team is welcoming and friendly. The place is good, clean,..."

Hesham Hussein

"This restaurant is the best for the BBQ fish. If you are looking for a authentic taste of Middle East this is your place. Also the set up for this..."

Noor

"Fantastic customer service and delicious food. We tried the lamb chops, cheese manakeesh, the mint lemonade and the quesadilla. They were all very..."

Haley Summers

Zabak's Mediterranean Cafe

Wheelchair Accessible

"My husband and I discovered this place a few weeks ago and absolutely loved it. They have excellent customer service and the food is delicious. Now a..."

Flor L Kee

"Zabak's is to Mediterranean food what what Niko Niko's is to Greek food in Houston, except that Zabak's has only one location and is cheaper! But..."

Patrick Crowley

"Delicious food and friendly staff! Def recommend. Foods always ready quick, servings are considerable size for the price and the owners are good..."

Waseem Rehman

"I have been going to Zabaks for several years and it’s my all time favorite place to eat. The owners treat you just like family and the food is..."

Jennifer Delgado Jones

"Went for the first time the other day. Ordered the Mediterranean chicken pizza. It was amazing. One of the most delicious pizzas ever! You must try...."

Joseph Barnett

"I live in Alabama and a trip to Houston is not complete until I can eat at Zabak's. Today was the veggie plate. - falafel, hummus, tabouli, spinach..."

Anne Fey

"I went yesterday for lunch, I had the beef kabob with taboolah salad, was really..."

Fabi Granados

"Loved the Falafel plate! The Baba Ganoush and the Tabouli salad are great..."

Regina Bellm

"One of the best Mediterranean cafes in the..."

John Crabb

"This place was created out of true love and family loyalty. It is a privelage to behold the excellence of this family and their legacy. I personally..."

Matt Joachim

"Family-owned restaurant with tasty..."

Daniel J. Cohen

"The food is excellent. The falafels are..."

Joan Helton

"Good service, nice environment and cost effective. Thanks..."

Erico Estrella

"Super deliciosa la comida buen servicio muy limpio en general recomiendo este Cafe 101..."

Ivon Tonanzi

"Best falafel place ever! I have tried lots of falafel in many places, but never like Zabak's. It is just unique, and the attention......"

Deborah Lopez Miller

"Stopped for lunch and what a lovely find! Great food-by far the best middle eastern cuisine we have had since moving to TX 2 yrs ago! Just wish they..."

Dawn Doleh

"Sandra is awesome! She definitely helped me (a first timer) pick out what to get from the menu. The falafel sandwich was to die for! The vibe was..."

Kelsey Morris

"Zabak's is our favorite Mediterranean restaurant in Houston. The owners are super sweet and have mastered the art of customer service. Their recipes..."

Joan Cotton

"I've eaten at Zabak's a few times over the years. The food is always consistent and the service excellent. I especially love their falafel. I've..."

Albert Moyer

"A coworker and I happen to find this place and we're so glad we did. The owners are very friendly and helpful. They gave a lot of suggestions. The..."

Serena Cheng

"I ordered the falfel plate, and it did not disappoint. The food was well made and delicious. It is also a great price for the quantity of food you..."

Jessie Bergamini

"The lady at the counter is the very definition on perfect customer service. Always greets you when you come in, remembers my order asks how it was..."

Jake Schnoor

"Went there a little before noon right before it got busy. Theres only one person at the register so it'll take a while for you to order if you're..."

Kendo

"Its easy to tell when the person that owns the place cares about their clientele and take pride in what they serve. Amazing food, kind folks and..."

Vipraz

"This place has the best chcicken schwarma I've ever had. They put the tahini sauce but I prefer it that way. It's also covered with sumac and it's ..."

Adrian McCall

"Delicious falafel sandwiches and shawarma plates. The food is very authentic and the service is..."

Enoc Garcia

"Loved their vegetarian food. Had the best Spinach pie. The flavors are just perfect. Enjoyed my little veggie plate. Ingredients were fresh and..."

Alisha Chhabra

"Love it here! I’ve been a couple of times already and fell in love with the falafel plate. The hummus and pita are tasty and even the fries are..."

Tatyana Garza

"Excellent chicken shawarma plate with sides of hummus and tabouli salad. Another gem in..."

Jose Garza

"Amazing food, I got the beef shawarma... STELLAR! Very generous portions, better food, and way less expensive than any other Mediterranean place in..."

Connor Armstrong

"My most favorite place in all of Houston. Sandra and her family are some of the nicest folks you'll ever meet. When you walk in the door, you..."

Niki Monceaux

"I went for lunch a few weeks ago with my mother-in-law and we were both very pleased with our meals. The service was fast and friendly and the..."

DarkSided Raevyn

"Came here for the first time, and the lady at the front cashier was super sweet and explained everything on the menu to us. The customer service was..."

Natasha Moreno

Phoenicia Specialty Foods

93/100 (4006 ratings)

Specialty Food Market

Free off-street parking

Free Wifi

Seating

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts Credit Cards

Non-smoking restaurants

"This place is amazing!!! They have so much selection. Ready cold items, dessert section, littl coffee bar. Tons of trinkets and cooking items, spices..."

M G

"My husband has been coming here since he was a kid and started bringing me here when we got married. It's a very nice clean and organized store. ..."

analisa harvey

"Great food. Great service. We had the Chicken Sandwich and Austin City Burger with fries. Followed Baklava with ice cream. Excellent meal before an..."

Ronnie Bruce

"Went for the first time this week and it was amazing! The food was tasty and the customer service was top tier. A lady from the bakery helped us find..."

Traci V

"Once again, delectable pastries and an enchanting cup of Turkish coffee. Superb selection of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern groceries. Between..."

Armando Morales Jr

"I felt in love with this place! I’ve never even knew about it, until a good friend introduced me! Now you have a loyal customer for life. Great..."

Leslie Shorts

"Great place, perfect small grocery store if you live in DT HTX. Browsed and ate a Chicken Shawarma along with Vegetables and Rice, good filling meal..."

CRD

"Unusual grocery store downtown. Loved visiting this location, they offer a wide variety of unique food and snacks. Lots of Mediterranean with plenty..."

Mirka Mendez

"Probably one of the coolest grocery stores I’ve ever been in. Had an overall Mediterranean vibe to it. Lots of specialty products that you probably..."

Sellers

"Great variety, good salad balar and hot food options. The portions are good and I got the 2 meats with 3 sides and its $13.99 so good value. A good..."

Rahul S

Strato 550

"Went For My Birthday Lunch and Everything Was Amazing. I Was Greeted And Seated Quickly. My Waiter Was Great And Helpful. The Food Was Amazing, Had..."

Queen Burnett

"Had early dinner here and it was great. Nice place with beautiful view of Downtown Houston. The service is really nice and the food is very good..."

Julianne Tran

"We were there for a wedding reception not the actual restaurant but the food they served was from this restaurant and it was delicious!! The..."

Patty Rodríguez

"Our luncheon was exceptional, from the tasty starters to the scallops and salmon, the latte creme brulee and the Chocolate tart! The atmosphere is..."

Suzi Howe

"Chef E…amazing. Lily….artist. Aaron….attentive. With these collectives combined, you have Houston’s best kept secret. I’m torn between..."

LaShad Jackson

"This was a very nice place to have lunch in the Wedge Tower. We will definitely be returning. They also validate parking if you park in the 1415..."

Peter Wang

"Amazing Mediterranean Cuisine! Perfect for a lunch meeting or date with amazing views and private conference rooms. The authenticity of the food is..."

Khaled Bakkar

"Very cool spot not many people know about, so it's usually pretty empty in the evenings. Very cool views, though, and great spot to grab a drink..."

Ryan Rundle (rrundle14)

"Strato 550 has wonderful food, easily accessible, an amazing view, and fantastic..."

Kevin Linares

"Very nice restaurant. Food and service were great. Incredible view of Houston. Just a bit too noisy (restaurant was..."

Vincent DURY

"Held wedding reception here last Saturday eve. Evan, Lily & entire staff did an outstanding job. Food was truly outstanding, bar well managed &..."

stacy london

"This place is a hidden gem. Solid lunch options if you're looking for something more upscale. In the afternoon, it's a great place to wait out..."

Sonny Childs

"My favorite restaurant downtown. Great food, seasonal menu, great view. Excellent place for a business lunch or a date with my wife. Really love the..."

Andy Ruhl

"I hope they could open for dinner. The restaurant is..."

Pam Wang

"One of the best views in DT HOU and by far the best burger and cauliflower/brussel sprouts...."

Stephanie

"Lunch food was all good, there were no empty plates out of the four of us. Chicken Sandwich, Pork Tenderloin x 2, Shrimp Cesar and Tortilla Soup. ..."

Kevin Smith

"5 star service every single time. The food is unlike any other American style cuisine I've had in Houston thus..."

Yaz

"Amazing views that you cannot get anywhere else in houston. on top of that they have delicious food and some of the best cocktails in downtown! It's..."

Adam Barrios

Neo Baguette

"Oh my goodness, this place is amazing! We had lunch here before the Heights Home tour. Super friendly employees and the food was so good! I got the..."

Maureen Hurst

"Adorable restaurant/ coffee spot nestled in the Heights neighborhood. If you visit on a weekend you’ll find an equal mix of people enjoying a sit..."

Erika

"Great service and friendly staff. This was our first time here and the staff were very helpful with recommendations. The food was excellent and the..."

Christopher Kittrell

"First time here, great drip and splendid avocado toast, I'll bring the missus here. Went back the next day for a spot on Salmon Benedict and my son's..."

Bob Cardenas

"Coffe was decent. Pastries selection was lackluster and didn't look that intriguing. Will update once I get to try the food as I only got coffe and..."

Hernan Flores

"Wonderful restaurant. We loved their open concept kitchen where you can see them using fresh ingredients. Everything was delicious and food..."

Marat Nizberg

"This place is great for spending time and enjoying lunch or dinner, but not so much for breakfast. As someone who loves coffee, I was disappointed..."

Nadia Bojnourdi

"Cute place for a brunch/lunch. A lot of French pastries and baguettes/sandwiches. And few pasta choices. I had fettuccini with salmon - was..."

Anton S.

"This is such a quiet and quaint restaurant. The atmosphere is very calm and peaceful, but not in a sterile way. The staff is very kind and always..."

Tae M

"Easily the best meal we had in Houston. The service was friendly, the environment is comfortable and fun, and the food was a culinary experience...."

Josh Boston

"Excellent coffee and a tasty sandwich to start my day. They have a wide range of expresso drinks, milks and syrups. They also have a full menus that..."

Blake P

"Lovely quick brunch spot! The breakfast croissant was great - nice and fluffy. I would note that the baguettes are more in the Vietnamese style, not..."

Tristan Trevino

"This is a very cozy, cute and nice place! I have been here several times with friends and family and every time it is the same top great..."

Yassine Cherif

"I enjoyed trying out lunch here for first time. Clean, compact and bright space. I was intrigued by friends of the descriptions of the unique flavors..."

renegadegeeK

"I recently visited this cafe and had an incredible experience! The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was top-notch. The staff went above..."

Jenna Powell

"I judge a place by their falafels and their falafel sandwich exceeded my expectations. It was so crunchy on the outside and the inside was just soft,..."

Yessenia Alyousef

"Our new Sunday brunch spot. Everything is so fresh my husband loves their sausage, no pork. Their orange juice is fresh squeezed and never sour even..."

Aleia Edwards

"First time coming and was not disappointed, my wife and I shared a fry, they were quite abundant, crispy, and a little addictive, and ordered two..."

Christopher Roza

Island Grill

"Met with my brother here to pay a little catch up. It was my first time visiting this restaurant. He recommended the Chicken Pita, without..."

Philosophical Blackhole

"First time trying it and I love it! The food is fresh, the pastries are delicious. Next time I want to try their smoothies..."

Marisol Vecchini

"Got the kabob plate beef and chicken. Chicken was good but beef was too chewy. I won't get the beef again. Everything else was decent. Lemonade is..."

John M

"Really cute restaurant with the option to sit inside or out on the patio. The prices are a little high but the quality of the food is good. I got the..."

Rachel Dougherty

"Fabulous and very professional service. Thank you so much for your awesome..."

Engin Turan

"I'm glad I decided to give this place a shot. It's casual type of restaurant, very clean especially with COVID and everyone had their masks on. The..."

Claire Bear

"Very open, small Cafe shop. Pastries, food, and beer. The outside patio is covered and with the mild Temps and a gentle breeze, it was..."

Jcneg

"This little grill and smoothie bar is a little tucked away but definitely worth seeking out. With consistently delicious food and a great atmosphere..."

Brett Stanes

"We ordered Blueberry pancakes, bacon, a breakfast taco, a side of fresh fruit and coffee. ..."

Sandra S

"A bunch of us went there after a meeting & the service & food was great! I love the new manager, Christina, she suggested what to order and then..."

Beth Bryan

"An excellent place for a casual business lunch. The service from Christina was outstanding and we were both very happy with our..."

Andrew Steptowe

"One of the Fastest growing chains in Houston. Atmosphere at this location is awesome. Stick with pita bread and chicken or sandwiches which are..."

Pradeep chowdary peddineni

"It is a good food and made to order. But it is a little bit pricy when you compare to other great restaurants like Fadi’s. I will definitely come..."

Otavio Maffud Cilli

"Love coming here during lunch! Service is always smooth and quick and food taste great. Moises is always so nice and..."

irma mendoza

"I’ve been dining at this restaurant since the beginning. It’s fast, good and it’s family friendly. Lots of great healthy options on the..."

Jacqueline Nacol

"When we arrived there wasn't a spot to sit, and could see why. Good food, large portions, moderate prices. Don't miss getting some ice cream on the..."

Russell Ruplinger

Kabob Cafe

"We ordered Koobideh and Barg kebab. Koobideh was juicy and delicious. Barg Kebab was also juicy and tender. Doogh (watery yogurt) was great too. The..."

Fazlollah Madani Sani

"Visited this amazing restaurant with my client, for a business lunch. It is like a hidden Jewel. Very authentic Persian food. The restaurant was very..."

Agha Mo

"Seems like a family own business. Walk up to the counter, order, they bring you food but will also check on you periodically. They have a wide..."

Tejal P

"The food was amazing. The restaurant was very relaxed. And we will be back. I highly recommend giving them a..."

Brittney McCloy

"We absolutely loved our lunch at Kabob Cafe. I had the #35, hubs had #36. We were both pleased by how fresh everything was. 🙌 It really hit the..."

K Laugh

"We had the beef soltani kabob and it was heavenly. The barg kabob melted in your mouth and the koobideh kabob was juicy and perfect. The kabob was..."

Nazanin Salehi

"We have been going to Kabob Cafe for long time and always have a pleasant experience. The food and the atmosphere are very..."

Ruchira Paul

"The kabobs are amazing & taste very fresh and yummy 🤤. The rice is definitely my weakness.The 🌺 hibiscus tea is very refreshing as well. This..."

Gabby Rey

"We ordered the Lamb, Chicken and Falafel wrap. All the wraps were good. The meat was juicy and had flavor. We ordered to go and it was ready before..."

Neighborhood Reviewer

"I had the falafel and the lamb gyro Omg! It was soooo good!! Don’t miss out. I can tell they put a lot of care into my..."

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Phoenicia Specialty Foods

92/100 (3253 ratings)

Restaurants

Specialty Food Market

Wheelchair Accessible

"Such a great selection. Very happy to have found this place. Very Big place and the bread is delicious! It definitely is pricey but if your looking..."

Janie E.G

"Last Saturday, I went to Phoenicia Specialty Foods at Westheimer Houston, TX to pick up some olives from the deli. But as soon as I walked into the..."

Mocmoc P

"Best place for mediterranean/Middle Eastern food. I found some of the best beef steak meat here. There a lot of choices for bread. They have a big..."

Saad Ahmmed

"We always have to stop here when passing thru Texas heading back home to Florida. Such a unique store with a wide selection of specialty foods and..."

michelle khan (Nature's Confetti)

"Man, Houston's got some amazing grocery stores and Phoenicia is by far the top 2 for specialty grocers. Everything is fresh, including their baked..."

Suzanne D.

"Thanks Yusuf for helping me pick out some makdous that I drove all over Houston to find. He was patient and was very knowledgeable about the products..."

Logan Orton

"Absolutely fantastic place. We have found kvass, variety of mineral waters, especially Borgiomi and Turkish mineral water. Arabic, Italian, Greek and..."

Asan Akimov

"I have truly enjoyed this place for more years than I can remember. I recently took a friend here who is visiting from DC. He is Afghan and grew up..."

Coraline

"What an amazing gourmet international specialty store. The food market is huge with thousands of products from more than 50 countries. This is..."

Bella CM

"Phoenicia Specialty Foods is a unique import store that offers a wide selection of exotic foods, their pita bread is fresh and it’s fun to see it..."

That Review Guy

"Fantastic deli and market with a strong Mediterranean/Middle Eastern focus. Lots of traditional dishes and meals. Friendly and helpful staff. Mind..."

George Macoukji

"First time here, plenty of parking, very spacious inside with so many varieties of food from so many countries. So glad I came, need to make a list..."

Rich Rivera

"Loved this grocery store! They have items you can’t find anywhere else.. even Persian tea. Great selection of fresh foods as..."

Candace Shaidaee

"The best selection of foods from around the world. Fresh bakery and meat and chicken and prepared foods. Super wine department with the best..."

Joseph Gellman

"It’s just like traveling to Istanbul! Great selection of teas and sweets mus try the fresh pastries and..."

carlos terrazas

"Phoenicia is the best (and often only) place to ship for delicacies from around the world. They always have an amazing selection of product, great..."

Fernando Kohan

"Gem of a grocery store in Houston. If you’re looking for freshly baked pita, Mediterranean foods (deli, bakery and groceries) this is a must..."

Jennifer

"Great selection of food and ingredients you can't find elsewhere. Top quality meats and a variety of other items. The cafe is also great and those..."

Nicolas Jordan

Cafe Caspian

91/100 (1751 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I really like the ambience and exotic decorations of this Pakistani restaurant that I heard about a long time ago. It's my first time here. The..."

Zoie Z

"A favorite in many years. Food is just exceptional. Every time we visit Houston this is a..."

AWKN SL

"Dear foodie readers, it’s been a few minutes since I have done a review…I hope you didn’t miss me too much…we were in the area, and were..."

eman fustok

"Cafe Caspian is a delightful Persian restaurant that offers an authentic and satisfying dining experience. The atmosphere exudes a sense of family..."

Kelli Meador

"I like the foot menu. You can find every kind of Persian foot here. I tried Ab Goosht and Kufteh Ab gosht was 8 from 10 Kufteh was 9 trom..."

Bob Sindy

"I have visited many Persian restaurants as my friend of Iran introduced me to Persian cuisine many years ago and I love the food. The service here..."

Arnold J. Baldeaux

"First time to enjoy this lovely place. Ambiance was beautiful and food totally delicious! Even got to take a photo with Max and got to meet his son..."

Janette Buba

"Had the chance to try out this gem out. I was extremely good. Loved all the flavors and tastes to the dishes. Portions were large. Menu had a lot of..."

Hande Berilgen

"A friend of mine brought me some food today for lunch from this place and I couldn't eat til I got home for dinner. I reheated the food and it was so..."

keren Delafuente

"All the options looked very good but I ordered the chicken fesenjan. Service was great and the interior is absolutely..."

Thang Truong

"Traditionally and neat decorated Persian restaurant. There are various Persian style kabobs and dishes on the menu. The staff is very..."

K.J.

"Great food, friendly and fast service. I definitely will be..."

L. G. C.

"Very delicious and authentic Persian cuisine. Enjoyed the food and a great atmosphere and ambience. Definitely the best one in the Houston area...."

zahra pournorouz

"Food is amazing and consistent. Service was great. I love that they serve coffee. The ambient lighting and just the whole environment is very..."

Tea

"Visited this place with family after my friends told me about it multiple times. It is a 50 minute drive from our house. Our first Persian restaurant..."

Anil Adoni

"Caspian Café is a hidden gem in Houston, serving up some of the best Iranian cuisine in the city. From the moment you step through the door, you're..."

Sam M

"This is 1 of 2021 highlights so far lol. Dishes are delicious with good quantities and quality all over. Starters,desserts and saffron tea was on..."

Sherif Hassan

"Had an amazing fine dine experience after long time. I was surprised by the relatively low prices and such a warm hosting at the restaurant. They..."

Sourabh Zunke

Empire Turkish Grill

91/100 (1535 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Food - Good (not spicy) Cost - average Location - Nice Service - Slow The restaurant is clean and there is ample parking space. The salad and bread..."

Waqar

"Very nice food. The Knafeh is the most delicious thing! The service is very good and the food was..."

Gio Tovar

"This place is one of best Turkish food in town… the place is low key, but very charming. It has indoors and outdoors dinning. They have limited..."

Alexandra Gonzalez

"I was impressed with service and delicious food at this place, highly recommend everyone authentic Turkish food. Huge portions and reasonable prices..."

Elena Ivinskaya

"Let me start by saying I've never had Turkish food. I went into this experience not knowing what to expect or even if I would like the food. Let me..."

Zachry McElroy

"Nice first experience in this Turkish restaurant. The room is big with a lots of natural light. Very large choice of dishes (like 7 pages). The..."

Fred Gaby

"Hubs and I rarely in the Memorial area. Wanted to find a restaurant that served Doner Kebabs. This restaurant popped up on a search with good..."

Peggy Abry Allen

"This is without a doubt the BEST Turkish Restaurant in Houston. I was recommended to visit this place by my co-worker from Azerbaijan after asking..."

Cesar Muniz

"We tried all their appetizers and paired it with wine. They were all very delicious, we ordered cheese rolls, grape leaves, hummus, falafel, French..."

Debvarsha “Rushi” Mandal

"Wow, talk about authentic Turkish cuisine... Empire knows how to do it right! I've been here many times, but it's been a while since our last visit...."

Mike Geida

"There is a very polite receptionist lady. It helped a lot. Food was good and delicious. It was a little busy since it was Ramadan. There may have..."

Haşim Selçuk

"This best Turkish restaurant ever in United states. I have been 40 states before and haven eat that delicious kobab, liver or desserts. Thank you so..."

Oguzhan KIZILKAYA

"This Turkish Restaurant is elegant and has delicious food that is authentic. This was our first visit here, and the Staff is wonderful. Prices are..."

Bradley Walters

"It was very good . I had cabbage lamb roll was very good the service and the place were very good..."

Miriam Zaga

"This restaurant truly makes you feel like you are in Turkey. I had the veggie kabob, my S.O. had the adna kabob, and we each had a glass of red..."

Chelsey

"Best Turkish food in Texas. Having lived in Turkey, I know it is..."

J Wong

"This restaurant was truly more than I expected. The exterior blends in with the other businesses in the other businesses. The only difference are..."

Kim WAchter

Cafe Mesa

91/100 (907 ratings)

Restaurants

Mediterranean

"I went to Mezza Grille with some friends because of Keith Lee and it was really good. It wasn't busy at all. The drinks were strong, they have 50%..."

tam tro

"We came all the way from NC. Keith Lee is honest in his reviews cause the food smacked!(was Ahhmazing😍) I’ve always wanted to visit a restaurant..."

Arielle F

"Absolutely on my top 5 places to eat in Houston. The food here is unbelievably phenomenal and matches the top tier customer service they provide...."

Sanders Tactical Performance

"First time trying this restaurant and it was the best. As soon as i went in i was greeted by a very nice lady. The waiter was also very nice and..."

Yoselyn Villalta

"We tried Mezza Grille for HRW and we were blown away! From the salad, to the shrimp and fish and dessert, everything was impeccable in taste. The..."

Tracy Sung

"The Spicy Chipotle Seafood Pasta was delicious 😋. 5 of us ordered it, and we all remarked how delicious it was. Just the right amount of heat and..."

Natalie B Raby

"My first time at Mezza Grille. OMG...delish! I ordered the Pecan crusted salmon - pecan, salmon, avocado, pineapple, onions, grilled veggies, and..."

Yetunde O.

"PRO'S: Mezza Grille has been on our "to try list"and we're glad we did for Houston Restaurant Week's. Mango Chicken & Butter Chicken dishes are..."

Kyle Britt (Natl.ParksWineGuy)

"We’ve been coming here for almost a decade now. Stephanie has always been hospitable and the rest of the staff are friendly and accommodating...."

L C

"I’m not the type to leave reviews but this place is amazing. I’m the Mojito (drink) type of person. I’ve been to some of the best restaurants..."

Cindy Rocha

Smoothie Island

"Excellent service very nice food, reasonable prices excellent service with the quality food will recommend to all my..."

Basil Jarah

"Today I enjoyed the veggie platter. YUM! The falafel is like eating a yummy, light bean donut. So flavorful! I love how light the hummus tastes,..."

Sandra J Filer

"So fresh and tasty, plentiful serving, quick service, and delicious..."

Jeannine Lanoux

"Met with my brother here to pay a little catch up. It was my first time visiting this restaurant. He recommended the Chicken Pita, without..."

Philosophical Blackhole

"First time trying it and I love it! The food is fresh, the pastries are delicious. Next time I want to try their smoothies..."

Marisol Vecchini

"Got the kabob plate beef and chicken. Chicken was good but beef was too chewy. I won't get the beef again. Everything else was decent. Lemonade is..."

John M

"Really cute restaurant with the option to sit inside or out on the patio. The prices are a little high but the quality of the food is good. I got the..."

Rachel Dougherty

"Fabulous and very professional service. Thank you so much for your awesome..."

Engin Turan

"I'm glad I decided to give this place a shot. It's casual type of restaurant, very clean especially with COVID and everyone had their masks on. The..."

Claire Bear

"Very open, small Cafe shop. Pastries, food, and beer. The outside patio is covered and with the mild Temps and a gentle breeze, it was..."

Jcneg

"This little grill and smoothie bar is a little tucked away but definitely worth seeking out. With consistently delicious food and a great atmosphere..."

Brett Stanes

"We ordered Blueberry pancakes, bacon, a breakfast taco, a side of fresh fruit and coffee. ..."

Sandra S

"A bunch of us went there after a meeting & the service & food was great! I love the new manager, Christina, she suggested what to order and then..."

Beth Bryan

"An excellent place for a casual business lunch. The service from Christina was outstanding and we were both very happy with our..."

Andrew Steptowe

"One of the Fastest growing chains in Houston. Atmosphere at this location is awesome. Stick with pita bread and chicken or sandwiches which are..."

Pradeep chowdary peddineni

"It is a good food and made to order. But it is a little bit pricy when you compare to other great restaurants like Fadi’s. I will definitely come..."

Otavio Maffud Cilli

"Love coming here during lunch! Service is always smooth and quick and food taste great. Moises is always so nice and..."

irma mendoza

"I’ve been dining at this restaurant since the beginning. It’s fast, good and it’s family friendly. Lots of great healthy options on the..."

Jacqueline Nacol

"When we arrived there wasn't a spot to sit, and could see why. Good food, large portions, moderate prices. Don't miss getting some ice cream on the..."

Russell Ruplinger

Zoa Moroccan Kitchen

91/100 (1242 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Gift Cards Available

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Non-smoking restaurants

Sawa Mediterranean Restaurant & Grill

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Lunch

Mid-range

"Found this spot on the way home from the Dickens on the Strand festival! So great! The inside is not fancy, but the food is fantastic. Tastes fresh..."

Anna Iwanciw

"This place is amazing!!! My boyfriend and I were in love with the food here and the staff was so lovely and kind. For meals we got the sampler plate..."

Megan Haponenko

"YES!!! Wow. Tabboulleh, beef shawarma, falafel, kibbeh, green salad, pita, garlic sauce, tahini all were placed on our table and ALL of it was..."

Marla Taylan

"I am surprised this place was able to slip under my radar for so long. My fiance and I love Mediterranean food and never realized this place was..."

Alan Lee

"Don’t let the modest quiet storefront turn you away. I promise the food and people inside are simply the best. We have been loyal customers of the..."

Dayna Steele

"The best Mediterranean food in the area. Don’t turn away because of the outside, the food is absolutely delicious. We got the grape leaves, yogurt..."

Savannah Baker

"This diner really surprised me. We've passed by it a few times, and didn't think much until the other night. Glad we went in, was the best..."

Katie Schurtz

"I was wonderfully surprised with the food! It was fresh, hot and full of wonderful flavor. We've tried other places and the kids and I wanted to try..."

Blessed Abundantly

"Truly a gem. Not only is Sawa great at catering to my celiac diagnosis (which requires a strict gluten-free diet), but all of the flavors are so..."

Samra Ward Smith

"Food was great! The customer service was amazing. The restaurant was very well kept and clean. Reggie was our waiter and he was very wonderful. The..."

Mohamed Alhussainie

"Was our first time,we loved the food. Waitress was very nice. Looks like she needed some help. Waited a while for food but we'll worth the wait...."

Jessica pompa

"The owners and food were both fantastic. My only wish would have been for Lebanese-style music playing in the background. Absolutely will return to..."

Glen A. Jackson

"We're so happy we tried this place. It's not the fanciest place around but the food is delicious and the service was stellar. We ordered the mixed..."

Tiffany Braman

"Sawa has options for Vegan, Gluten Free, Halal, and vegetarian. This is our second time returning this week because of our first experience. We..."

Sean Andrews

"I had looked up the “best restaurants” by NASA and this place popped up. From its very modest outside appearance I was skeptic. I went with my..."

Katrina Walker

"This is unquestionably the best, most genuine, Mediterranean food in the Bay Area. Don’t let the outside appearance deter you from stopping by. The..."

Julie E

"Our reception for 100 at Sawa was fantastic! I forgot how beautiful the interior of this restaurant, formerly Colloseum Italian Bakery, is when set..."

Carol Peterson

"We recently has some food delivered to our office from this restaurant. The food was amazing! The owner himself delivered the food and help set it up..."

Kenya Morales

"A good friend introduced me to this place and it was so good I had to bring my mom. Tonight is the husband's turn. Their hummus is AMAZING and they..."

Tandy Sommer

Fyza's Alwadi

Wheelchair Accessible

"Picked this place randomly. Very pleased. It was a bit of a wait for the kabob to cook , but I’m happy to wait for fresh hot food made to order...."

Erica Hodges

"Been coming here for a couple years now and the food is always delightful and the workers are so nice. All of the food is delicious so I encourage..."

Chelsea Martinez

"This is a GREAT little place with some amazing food. I got the lamb wrap combo plate and everything was SO fresh and flavorful. Lamb was melt in your..."

ANSHU KRISHAN

"This was our first time and choose it based on the reviews! I cannot comment on the restaurant as we got it delivered but it was delicious. If you're..."

Alissa Rifai

"My boyfriend and I took one bite and were in love. This was the best food I have had in a while. I don’t know how to convey how good it..."

Loren Robinson

"Environment could be improved but they let the food speak for itself. Chicken gyro combo was simple yet yummy. Good place for fair prices and..."

Isaiah Marc Sanchez

"Ok so I ordered this place off door dash and just had to come here to say, order from this place! The best shawarma I’ve had and the rice is simple..."

Amanda El sharif

"WOW! We had the chicken sandwiches and Greek salads and they were absolutely delicious. The chicken, even by itself, was juicy and had a really good..."

Jason Hollenberg

"Went here cause wanted something close to the gym I was at. I'll probably be making this my go to spot after the..."

Adrian L

"My bf put me on to Fyzas Alwadi years ago and I have been hooked ever since. Its super convenient (6 minutes from my home) and the food is always..."

Angela Ainsworth

"It was great! The staff is very friendly and the food is made with care. I got the gyro sandwich combo, which was filled to the brim with lamb and..."

Evan Macaione

"Solid little Mediterranean grill. Perfect for lunch. I ordered a lamb shawarma meal with fries and two pieces of baklava. Came to a little over $20...."

Ryan Davis

"Food is delicious, just overpriced like everything in the world right now. Go on Thursday where you can buy one and get the second platter half..."

Kim E

"You see, God only knows how my gyros I've had , Ive even had them in Greece. I've had them in NY,NJ,FL,CA,NC,and obviously here in TX... NOTHING..."

MOE a

"I feel like “don’t judge a book by it’s cover” applies well here - the outside doesn’t look new but I’m just guessing here that these..."

Carmen Leticia Gutierrez Leal

"To eat here is to step into an oasis. The gyros are immaculate. It is a must-eat place when in the area. I tried leftovers of my wife’s and they..."

Lucas Ashby

"The chicken gyro is amazing! I don't know what kind of sauce this is, but it goes well with the fries too! Well seasoned!..."

Latisha McClain

Medi Grill

91/100 (105 ratings)

Restaurants

Mediterranean

"Growing up in the Middle East I have always loved this kind of food. Found it by chance on Uber Eats and gave it a try. Wonderful flavor and large..."

Mike Staley

"Ran across this eatery on MLK 2 blocks off of Griggs Road and it didn't disappoint!! Had the Gyro combo with the white sauce! You must try this place..."

Bobby Rouse

"A very good middle eastern food. I heard about the good taste before, and just tried it myself today and it was extraordinary. I highly recommend..."

Mohamed Hafez

"Food taste so good Great customer service I tried the chicken over rice and the koshery and they were..."

Ahmed Ragheb

"Tasty and healthy food Good prices Friendly..."

Maged Beias

"For A Taste I Never Had It Great Dnt Mind Eating Here Againg..."

ImDarius Palmer

"Good food been here 3 times already!! If u like Middle Eastern food this is the place to..."

Travel Bruh

"LOVE LOVE LOVE this place!! The food is amazing, and i absolutely love their gyro meat. They always have amazing customer service and you can tell..."

Alaa Aly

"We cater weekly from this kitchen and it is always amazing! They have never let us down. The taste of the food and the customer service are the best...."

kamaleldein einar

"Great vegetarian options. Had the falafel special, did not come with cucumbers and tomato like in photos but you can always order one of their yummy..."

I. D.

"Wonder full n exceptional Mediterranean food with best test cooked! also I liked their new ideas to add with the dinner meal; Mexican tortilla,..."

ricky sarkar

"Really tasty food and great pricing. Customer service was spot on, they will be very successful and popular in the area. Beware of their online..."

J B

"Our Iftaar was delivered quicker than pizza! The NY Style chicken over rice was great, as was the salad. The serving sizes make the pricing very..."

Masooma Razzak

"Just stop by there to try out the place.(5/23) And the gentleman in the front counter was very nice, friendly and welcoming totally will stop by..."

naty escam

"I got surprised how the food taste , every thing taste good , even the bread was hot an fresh . Highly recommended. Thx for everything me and my..."

Ahmed Ragheb

"I love this place, excellent food & service. It has a good..."

Paula Rowe

"This place is what I've been looking for...good tasting ...fresh food...that is consistently pleasing...PLEASE SUPPORT...plus it's NOT..."

Sakinah Toure

"Very friendly owner and the food is delicious, inexpensive, and in large portions. Highly..."

H R

"I really enjoy my New York Combo it was very delicious will come by and try the rest of there..."

ivan merino

"Third time here. Food is fresh and excellent! So close to my shop..."

Mike Staley

"They make the best shawarmas in the H-town!!! And workers are really nice..."

Jake Collins

"Awesome food & Customer service! Feels like a family every time I step in and..."

LO

"I appericiate the way the bearded guy welcomed me and the way they served me the food tastes real good keep it..."

Rizwan shahid

Cueva

"My wife and I absolutely loved this place. We got the charcuterie board and had several fantastic craft cocktails. Everything was delicious and on..."

Chris Smith

"One of my favorite spots in downtown. The cocktails are creative, service is outstanding and the vibe is relaxed. Great place to go for a first date..."

Luis Bustamante

"What a great place for a cocktail. We had one round off the menu to try something new and then ordered some of our old favorites. The bartenders had..."

Major Hayden

"Decent. We needed to catch a flight and we wanted a quick bite before we went to the airport. I had the shrimp dish (healthy) and my husband had..."

Arcella Gant-Dawson

"It's nice. It's expensive. Probably slightly overpriced. Got a smoked old fashioned for $25 but the bartender's process for making it was intense and..."

Rebecca Caldwell

"Nice old fashion experience. It comes with smoke, enhancing the flavor on the first couple of..."

Gustavo Garcia

"Excellent service and amazing collection of..."

Jim & Vartsana Winkels

"Nice wine variety but the bartender could have used some help for a Saturday..."

Lauren

"Excellent place to meet clients and..."

Da Gualtieri

"Authentic Mexican cuisine, very tasty and a chic atmosphere. small..."

Jeff Herrigel

Teta's Kitchen

"I went here for the first time ever and the food was amazing!!!! The owner was so nice and the falafel and all the food was sooooooo delicious. My..."

Rosery Clementine

"Hands down one of the best gyro plates out there. The meat is well seasoned, the portion sizes are fairly large, and even the rice is outstanding to..."

Jon Ander Elizalde

"First time here after being told by a friend that this was the best around. I got the gyro plate and my husband got a gyro sandwich with cheese..."

Fabiola Rodriguez

"So glad we tried this food truck! Delicious authentic food. Some of the best falafel I've ever had! Also liked the gyro, grape leaves, hummus... The..."

ceruleanB

"This place is delicious! The gyros come with a lot of thick tender meat perfectly cooked. The pitas are super soft. The roasted cauliflower was just..."

Jeannie Ferrington

"Not the best food truck in town but its the best in Pearland. The salad, gyro, humus and egg plants is full of flavor. I was asked to pay cash or via..."

Firas Harith

"THE BEST MEDITERRANEAN FOOD IN THE AREA! The owners are extremely nice and actually care about their customers. They have the BEST Lamb Gyro and the..."

Johnathan Phan

"First time here and it was absolutely amazing! The owner was so so sweet to give us samples of the chicken and lamb before, which were great. The..."

Natalie Tran

"I stopped in for lunch and I’m glad I did. The lady who runs the place saw that it was my first time here and gave me samples of everything. Rice..."

r mccullough

"The food tastes homemade with love. I passed by the neighborhood gas station after school to get my usual college dinner: chips and ice cream. I had..."

Rubi Garza

Manny's Cafe

"Great food! And Manny is a genuine and sincere person! I recommend everyone to try this..."

George Asous

"This is the best gyro in Northwest Houston! The atmosphere is excellent and Manny makes sure you are getting the very best! So worth the visit, you..."

Kelly Flock

"Great small personalized atmosphere and service, and Great food on top of that! We will be coming back again and again - there is a lot of other..."

David Rutz

"I just moved back to Copperfield after 32 years living in the Galleria and Downtown areas. Now I have to find a new Gyro place. I have enjoyed and..."

Michael R McCarty

"A quaint little cafe with excellent Greek food. I've been going here for years. They have some of the best Gyro compared to many places I've tried...."

Eric Marsh

"Owner was great. Sandwich was awesome. I see why they have been in business for 17..."

Megan Tousant

"Love this place. Order at counter set-up. Lots of dine-in space & tables. Clean facility. Great..."

Dave Flick

"Always feel welcome here! You can tell the customers that have been going there forever! Hands down, best damn gyro in town! Manny always makes me..."

Julia Hickman

"Manny's has been fantastic for almost 17 years. He is one of the nicest people ever. The food is always good. I always wished he had more Greek..."

Houston Brown

"Manny's has great food and customer service. Manny loves chatting with customers and makes everyone feel welcome. He greets everyone and knows a lot..."

Joaquin Garcia

"The food was very fresh and absolutely delicious. My daughter bought a second gyro to go. Manny is a joy. Wonderful conversation. Comfy cozy..."

D. Prince

"Super fantastic lunch destination. Manny is awesome & runs a clean kitchen & the food is authentic Greek. The gyros & baklava take me back to The..."

chaun alderette

"My wife and I were looking for a place to eat that we haven’t tried in our area. I suggested gyros she agreed. This place is off the charts good...."

Marc Williams

"I've eaten here since the first year or two of him being in business. Manny is a great guy, cares about good food and good service. The restaurant is..."

Dane Manuel

"Manny’s feels like a “best kept secret” that you want to share with everyone! My family love the food so much. My personal favorite is the..."

Anthony Charles

"I love this place. I only get to come here once in a while because I live far. One meeting with Manny, the owner, and immediately he makes you feel..."

Vero M

"Best gyro that I have ever had! It is very clean and the staff is friendly. My husband has a seafood allergy so there aren’t many places we can..."

Mica G

"Came for the first time yesterday and was greeted by the friendly owner. I ordered two gyro plates and took it home. The food was amazing! Very..."

TheRoberts Fam

"Good, quick place to get tasty gyros. My husband and I both had the gyro platters, ans we were both quite full. We even took some fries home...."

Kassidy Miller

"Love the gyros!!!!!! Very tasty. I think the owner (if it's that heavy kinda looking guy) is a little "blunt & forward", but I mean I could care less..."

Mr. JR

"Tried this place for the first time! The food was good. My friend tried the Alfredo and she liked it! The vegetarian pita was excellent! Wish they..."

Judy K

Petit Cafe Mediterranean Grill

Wheelchair Accessible

"We all sampled every dish brought to the table, from the grape leaves, to the raqaqat, the lentil soup, gyro, and the grilled salmon.... and..."

Jackie Fancella

"I'm Lebanese so I know good Mediterranean when I taste it and this is hands down the best I've tasted in North America. The falafel is crispy on the..."

Maya MB

"Great place to enjoy delicious food. We heard the Sheri Lavo jazz quarter and they were incredible! Great place for dinner, drinks, and live..."

Brian Rooney

"Food and Service is always so fresh and outstanding! My fiancé and I love and highly recommend..."

Jorge Ybarra

"Chicken shwarma plate was delicious. Almansa beer is a real..."

David House

"Last night was our first time there. Although it was for a Music Assignment, Petit Cafe definitely exceeded my expectations. The staff was courteous..."

Rebecca-Ann De La Cruz

"Always fresh and delicious.We eat here at least once a week and have tried abput everything on the menu its always amazing. Waitstaff is very..."

Lauren Novosad Wilson

"True you feel like home and food is Excellent. Everything is clean and fresh. I love this..."

John Massaad

"Nice ambiance and great food , it’s like being around friends as soon as you walk..."

Maha El Hamoui Barake

"The food is excellent,great service,highly recommend this..."

Habib Khoury

"Great food and atmosphere! Excellent..."

Debbie Vaughn Kaczmarek

"Excellent place to eat , the food is hum! � So delicious � �..."

Jenny G Bravo

"Amazing food and excellent service! Everyone is very attentive and their Jazz night is very smooth and..."

Katherine Eretz

"Great food, great music! Love the culture. We will definitely be..."

Larry Hays

"This restaurant is one of my favorites in Houston with various menus, if you want to eat healthy or not. The food is fresh and I'm a big fan of their..."

Ad Gatabi

"Everything was excellent. Try to get there by 11:45 for lunch. Fadis is good, but this is a step or two up. The atmosphere could use a decorator but..."

R Edmonds

"Amazing flavor! This was my first time at Petit Cafe, and I fell in love. The food and flavors are authentic. We got the Executive Mixed Grill and an..."

Debora Pizzolo

"I was skeptical about this place as there are just so many Mediterranean/Greek/Turkish restaurants in Houston, with very few that can make decent..."

P B

"To go along with the delicious food, the music and team create a great location! They start you with a complementary homemade thin-crispy pita with..."

Jason Gardiner

"What a great meal. Authentic Greek food isn't easy to find but you can find it at the Petit Cafe. Both the chicken and Gyro meat are prepared on a..."

Eric Butters

"If you like Mediterranean food and grill dis is place to go... Very tasty food,very clean, servis is good and friendly... Kabab,mix plate, sampler..."

amir abdijanovic

"Excellent taste, a comfortable place for a good lunch and enjoy with friends a good dinner... Excellent attention .. !!! and also have Delivery..."

Mery Ann Angulo

"Lebanese style Arabic food it was absolutely delicious!!! Lovely quiet atmosphere and they do also offer hookah they just aren't a hookah bar per se...."

Michelle T (Me_no names)

"My friend and I googled this place and decided to give it a try. I ordered the vegan platter, while my friend ordered the potatoes. The potatoes were..."

Mehreen K

Island Grill

Wheelchair Accessible

"We were in the vicinity today trying to Google search for a light and healthy meal, then Island Grill popped up. We were delighted that we made the..."

Mike He

"I'm not a fan of ordering a meal at a counter, getting my own drink and being asked for a tip. Food was good. I had the gyro plate, partner had..."

Travis

"We love to come here. It’s our go to neighborhood gem. Friendly service , great price and best food !! Haven’t been disappointed with any..."

Jen

"Nice food & atmosphere! My daughter loves their pitas! Definitely will visit..."

sophie yi

"Ramona was so sweet and patient and explained in detail all the vegan and vegetarian options for my mom. The food was delicious and came out quickly...."

ahau oxlahun

"I had a vegetarian plate (grilled veggies on rice) that was fabulous! Generous serving, beautifully priced, and delicious! Staff was helpful &..."

Lydia LaGue

"Island grill is the best! Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, they have such a nice variety of food. And drinks too. Service and hospitality..."

Carlton Silvey

"Island Grill is one of my comfort restaurants in Houston! I love their super fresh smoothies, pitas, and salmon. Highly recommend to those who want..."

Julia Harfenist

"All-around great place. They are our go-to breakfast option for our men’s basketball team. The morning crew has been exceptional at meeting our..."

Michael Carr

"I don't live in Houston, but when we visit for Rice homecoming my wife and I often meet friends here. It's a great place -- affordable, good food, a..."

Chris Rockwood

Zoes Kitchen

89/100 (1182 ratings)

"The chicken kabobs were very good along with the roasted tomatoes and peppers.. I ordered the basil hummus with pita and cauliflower rice and pasta..."

José ART

"The hummus and Mediterranean soup was so delicious. Clean restaurant. Everything looks so fresh i cant wait to try other stuff. I'll be back this was..."

Starlia Chiappetta

"Great place,I had lunch here and chicken salad sandwich was awesome, friendly staff.cant wait to try other..."

Steven Olivarez

"Excellent choices for the health conscious eater. I enjoyed a nice dining experience with my wife at this location. The service and food were..."

Idris Mubarak

"Mediterranean food served in a quick service environment...."

Daniel Reece

"Great Mediterranean salads and humans pita bread sandwich of all kinds of your liking, your choice of meat and dressings that make it all worth wild...."

rosa ann mikeasky

"Super friendly staff! They welcome you in and are attentive. So much so that they noticed me checking the bag and making the order right. They..."

Candy Wrobel

"Delicious, Mediterranean Inspired, Fresh Food, Decently priced, great food to get to go or to eat..."

Peavy Resale

"Excellent food. I love the freshness and the quality of food being served at this Mediterranean fast food establishment. I have tried several menu..."

Stacey Dahlinger

"Great customer service and delicious food. This was my first visit to this location and I was very satisfied with my experience. I was in the area..."

SCORPIO NOIR

"Food is excellent! I had the Greek Salad with the spicy Chicken Kabob. Delicious! My sister also had the Greek Salad but with the grilled chicken...."

Karol Hall

"Employees knew what they were talking. Had no problems fixing anything wrong. Me and a friend first time visiting. Mostly everything on the menu is..."

Niah Green

"Awesome, effiecient, super fast & friendly staff!! I work for a delivery service and I just want to thank you for being so sweet 💗💗💗 A lot..."

Lauren Shelton

"Great food, friendly staff, awesome pick-up service, easy to use website and great value. Definitely I became a regular customer (at least 3x / week..."

Frederico Lundgren

Island Grill

Accepts American Express

Seating

Wheelchair Accessible

"My friend and I were looking for a Mediterranean place in the Memorial area and decided on Island Grill last minute. So glad we chose your quaint..."

Juliet Davidson

"I love their food, I love their customer service, I love everything about this place. Thank you Joanne and Freddy for making my experience great..."

Paula Natasha Figley

"Live in the neighborhood and never been here before. Loved it. Will be back very soon. Love the atmosphere and..."

Mary O'Connor

"Really good food and nice establishment. Will be..."

Cary Gilliam

"Sooo good, the chicken is very good and tender, the humus with pita bread..."

Claudia Echeverry

"Had another great lunch today! Grilled vegee pita. Always a great meal here. Almost everything is made in in the restaurant, including their killer..."

Robert Von Dohlen

"We found the food and ambiance at The Island Grill to be delicious and..."

Jan Markus

"Great food with reasonable..."

Darna Villanueva

"Very good clean food. Love it. I'll be coming back..."

Ibrahim Halawa

"What a great restaurant. Went for dinner on a weeknight, service was friendly and fast. Ordered a chicken and beef kebab with fries, and a chicken..."

Javier Perea

"My first visit. The food was very delicious. The lady that took my order was so patient in helping me decide what to order. She was very..."

Daphne S

"We had falafel pita thing. It was not bad. It wasn’t enough to feed two though. I liked the falafel part of it and mushrooms. I wanted to add a..."

Blaine Fallis

"The food was good, with some interesting combinations of ingredients beyond what are typical in pita sandwiches. For example, including sautéed..."

Joe

"Loved their breakfast options, amazing flavor, fast service, sitting are was neat. Definitely..."

Veronica Ingram

"I love this place … because my wife loves this place. I am not a kabob kind of guy but their chicken plate, pita bread and hummus are great. I..."

Jeffrey Collins

"Love everything here. The gyro sandwich is delicious. The free soft serve when you are finished is a lite..."

Tim Heckler

"Great staff, Great pricing, Great food. Thank you for being Great found my new morning..."

Coach Jz

"My first time here and my food was fresh and tasty. I stopped by during lunch hour and had a good wait but it was well worth it. All the food coming..."

Morena J

"Great lunch here. I had the kale salad with strawberries. Loved it. Easy to get to, off the 10 feeder. It's relatively small soit gets busy but the..."

L F

"Great flavors! Great owners!!!! My only peeve is that this is their large pizza, and it's more of a medium. A small medium. But that's my take on it...."

Joshua “Yoshi” Green

"Incredible place to eat at. The food is always top quality and the service is next level. All staff are kind and welcome you with a smile. My..."

Domenic Nascimben

"The food is very delicious and the portions are sized for one person. It's usually crowded during lunch time due to proximity to many offices in the..."

Yaser S.

"Excellent customer service every single day. I used to go everyday as they are always willing to help and make your meal really pleasant. Rey and..."

Lucas Baredes

Niko Niko's Greek

89/100 (8905 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I can't say Enough about Nikos Nikos. The initial experience is walk up counter service, and unless you find a really off time, expect a wait, but..."

Mike Chinni

"My absolute favorite restaurant in Houston. Some of the best gyro I have had. The gyro platter is an absolute show stopper. The tzatziki sauce is out..."

Tyler Hooper

"I've been going to Niko Niko's since the 70s. I think their food is still the best Greek food in town! I think their prices are very fair for the..."

Nancy Hill

"Never been, you must try it. Living in Dallas we dont often get here. But having tried it one time it is now a must stop if we are in Houston...."

Michiel Sherryl De Wit

"We went with a group of friends, about 20 of us. Our pager to pick up our food failed to alert us to when our food was ready. Ethan made sure that we..."

Joshua Thurman

"Not a fussy place, seating is outside or inside wood booths. The food far makes up for this. Great selection and the food came out quick and was..."

Heather Lynn Martinez

"It was myself and my faughter’s first time here. Also passed it but was not able to stop. We both enjoyed greatly. The Gyros were tasty and the..."

Kevin Winkler

"Delicious, fresh food and exceptional customer service. The loukoumades are the best dessert ever! We drove 1.5 hours just for some Niko Niko’s..."

Christine Haynes

"Staff were all so helpful and courteous! Food was delicious and huge portions! Took desert to go and all were happy hour special of $3 each. ..."

Donna Ware

"Amazing food and super fast and polite service! Now if we could just get one in..."

Heather Paul Buzzell

"Treated our son-in-law for his birthday and he had never been. Fell in love with the food and place..."

Yolanda Martinez

"Fantastic, authentic Greek food. The variety and quality are unsurpassed for the price and speed that these guys serve. Nice staff too. I've been a..."

Tiffany Tunstall

"This is an iconic and one of the older restaurants in Houston. I assure you that it does not disappoint. Over the weekend, expect to step into a..."

Arjun Kochhar

"Delicious! Gyros were great! Feta fries are amazing! Let's not forget about all the desserts!!! Wanted to try them all, but went with the Chocolate..."

Jamie Henley

"Best Greek food I know of. Delicious Chicken Avgolemono! Lemon potatoes are perfect. Chicken and gyro meats are tender and succulent. Most delicious..."

David DeBalko (DD)

"Nice facility, plenty of parking there is seating indoor and outdoor. If you are in a wheel chair may be hard to get around inside. Food was yummy...."

cynthia rodriguez

"Great place to get a regular or chicken gyro. Best in Houston. Not much on decor but I rather pay for really good food than decoration. Really busy..."

Buck Buchanan

"This is my happy place. The food is amazing and the staff are wonderful. The desserts and coffees are scrumptious. The portions are plentiful and the..."

Lucy Barnard

"I have been eating here for 30+ years. This is the most consistent place I have ever been. The quality is always there. When choosing a side, get the..."

Curtis Miller

"We always order soup and salad here, and the quality of the food is always TOP. Lentil soup is sooooo good, and the falafel salad is a great..."

RC Veloz

"This place is great for dinner or lunch. It's busy, but it's worth the extra time. Which for a fresh meal isn't much longer than a burger joint but..."

Weston Gameson

"We stopped at the Montrose location today around 3:30pm and placed a to go order which included 4 felafels. Probably a whopping $4.50 for them so not..."

Charlotte Oldbury

"This was my second visit of this restaurant after 10 years. Ordered Chicken Soup and Gyro plate with fries. The gyro taste was great. Everything was..."

Adam T

"Niko Niko’s is always a stop when we come to visit Houston. The staff is always very friendly and the food is incredible! I highly recommend trying..."

Rene Ewing

"Niko Niko's on Montrose has been my favorite restaurant in Houston for many years now. The food is always fantastic, including their desserts. Their..."

Jason T

"My son has been raving about this restaurant for years, and when we were visiting for the Thanksgiving weekend we decided to try it. Everything we..."

LISA WILSON

"First time at niko nikos! Love the food everything tasted good and was amazing. The desserts were creamy and moist! I got the gyro with fries and..."

D3M1

"This is my favorite place to grab fresh gyro sandwiche in Houston! Outside ambiance is perfect in the cooler months, so it's nice to sit outside on..."

Aaron Bartlett

"I was a little nervous about this when my wife suggested it, but I was dead wrong. The gyros here were absolutely fantastic. The meat was tender and..."

Ben Anderson

"I ordered the gryo sandwich with fries. Sandwich was good but had a little too much tzatsiki sauce. Lots of fries but would have liked them a liitle..."

Cora W

"When we arrived, there were many free spots in the parking lot. You simply walk inside, order meals at the counter, and pick it up there when your..."

Rylie Ortiz

Mary'z Mediterranean Cuisine

89/100 (1277 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"This is a great place for a casual lunch or dinner. Awesome food. I like the hummus with ground..."

Hunter

"Good food and service. The patio is good for hookah but lots of Washington traffic isn't great for the ambience. Fried cauliflower is a must..."

Brian Carpani, GeckoMediaGroup

"Great hookah, nice outdoor seating vibe, good appetizers, and delicious kenafeh (desert). On the other hand, their entrees’ menu was very limited..."

Adib Maki

"Mary'z has a friendly albeit understaffed crew, that is extremely helpful, but can be slow being stretched too thinly. Everything we had was..."

Christopher Heilman

"My brunch in Houston on this Sunday Funday was simply amazing! Make your reservations today! Visiting the..."

Penny Mallet

"Great service. Food came out fast. One of the best sujok sandwiches I’ve ever had. Bread is fresh and tasty. Only negative thing was that the tea..."

Nabil Asfari

"This place came highly recommended. The atmosphere, service, and food were good. Occasionally I enjoy hookah but bc they don't offer tobacco free, I..."

M Moods

"Love this place. Been coming for years. All the kababs are good, eggplant, haloumi, green beans, shistaowk sandwich. The garlic spread "toum" is the..."

scott maxwell

"Great selection of Mediterranean dishes. Friendly..."

Freqflyer5

"Solid Mediterranean food. We ordered the Mezza Combination which is like the appetizer sampler and it was plenty of food for four. It comes with..."

Tyler Fuller

"Love their food and their service. Mira is v courteous and it rubs off on her staff (Rojar and Rezaan are amazing too ). The falafels are def worth..."

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