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Gulzaar
92/100 (2156 ratings)
Restaurants
Afghani
Indian
Pakistani
Middle Eastern
Afghan
Pakistani
Persian
Vegetarian Friendly
Middle Eastern
Halal
Persian
Indian
Vegetarian Friendly
Halal
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Persian
Afghan
Indian
Middle Eastern
Pakistani
Reservations
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Delivery
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Dinner
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Mid-range
"As you walk in, The aromatic flavours in the air hit and you know the food is going to be great First time here !! I was recommended chicken..."
DB
"A very good place to enjoy super delicious food. Everything was so good. Their taste is very different from other mediterranean places. Their all..."
ayesha parveen
"Gulzaar is a Halal restaurant and has been consistent in terms of the taste. I have been coming to this place for a long time. Even though they had..."
Mohammed Hussain
"We had a wonderful experience with the ordering catering service for our gathering party. The food was delivered properly and on time. The food was..."
Abdul Qadir Jailani
"This restaurant deserves all the praise and a high rating in terms of hygiene, quality and taste of food. Chicken Tikka Biryani is the best and along..."
Shashi Nemaru
"If you are looking for a five star restaurant style Afghani/Middle eastern food for a decent price then Gulzaar Halal is the place!I have been dining..."
Ayub Khan
"It is one of good restaurant we have visited recently. They serve fusion food, you will find kababs along with Basmati (plain white rice) and Biryani..."
Syed Noor ul Haque
"Amazing food, great customer service. I had a spicy chicken plate with rice and salad. Chicken was cooked perfectly. They had amazing portion..."
Yusuf Asam
"Was driving through the area and wanted to eat Pakistani food and saw this place The reviews of some people is right, the owner is such a nice..."
Firoze Kotwal
"Expensive but worth it. In my humble opinion they serve the best Kabuli pulao in the bay area. The price of the food is expensive and you will be..."
Farshad Bin Fazle
"This place is a hidden gem! Their baba ganoush was wonderful! We ordered biryani chicken tikka with beef kebab… VERY GOOD! The spices and the..."
J H
"This place is not fancy but if you are after a super tasty food, here is definitely the place. The staff behaviour is super friendly and food quality..."
Kaj KolahKhan
"Chicken Tikka Biryani and Chicken Tikka Masala delicious 😋😋😋 We drove from San Francisco to 1880 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95128 just to..."
Pablo Alonso
"Food was Delicious. I ordered Biryani with mix Kabab and bottle of water. Spend $22. Small place. Good Customer..."
Muzaffar Khan
"Everything I ordered was delicious. The veggie samosa in particular was perfectly done—not too crispy, not too soft. If you’re used to northern..."
Matthew Rafat
"Delicious meal made with fresh ingredients. Super customer service. Will definitely be coming again. Try the samosas! Best I’ve..."
Lizzie V
"Just a brief stay in San Jose - my Uber driver recommended this place since it is the place he goes to for really good - homemade style Middle..."
Clarissa Lam Yuen
"Reasonable prices and limited menu makes this place a no fuss place to eat. I had 'Chicken Samosa'which was delicious. Then I got 'Beef Kabab..."
Amrit Kaur
Dish N' Dash
86/100 (2848 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Halal
Balti
Eastern European
Balti
Eastern European
Mediterranean
Lebanese
Middle Eastern
Greek
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Halal
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Shawarma
Lamb
Salad
Hummus
Falafel
Mediterranean
Lebanese
Greek
Balti
Middle Eastern
Eastern European
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Great spot for dinner - the lamb kebab was brilliant. I went in with a small group after work for some food and beers and Dish n Dash fit the bill..."
James Washer
"Staff was very welcoming and suggested best of vegetarian options. We have to order at reception but than they delivered at the table. Indoor..."
Avish Shah
"We had a dinner at this place. The place was quite quiet, not many people which was great for talking. The food is good, but I had the feeling that..."
frederic renoux
"Good food and portions for the price. Be ready to order when you go up to the counter to order. Large dining area with lots of room. Would go back to..."
Penny Kai
"I ordered beef and lamb kebab dish and lamb shawarma dish to go, and oh wow it was just fabulous. So fresh and delicious. Their fresh squeeze juice..."
David Kim
"Great Mediterranean spot for lunch or dinner. The staff is vey helpful and gets your order going in seconds. They have plenty of food options to..."
Aditya Nahar
"Went on a Friday for lunch and it wasn’t crowded. You can order at the counter and be seated until your buzzer goes off like in any other DND. Food..."
Adyasha Pradhan
"First time in this restaurant and it didn't disappoint. From the service to the amazing food, it was definitely a 5. I had the cauliflower and..."
soldier3335
"Food is delightful. Servers are friendly but some lack hygiene and food safety protocol. 12/1 I was picking up my online order and the staff were..."
Jessica Macias
"Ordered chicken shawarma plate, hummus and pita. All were good and delicious. They also have good selection of beer and wine. Would come..."
Prasanna Subramanian
"Fresh tasty food at a good price. Fast service, I usually opt for take out. But it’s also a nice sit down spot. It’s not fancy, but it’s..."
Ellen Dalen
"Great food. Order at the counter. Quick service. Eat in or Great takeout service. They add sauce containers to the takeout so you pick up and run...."
Hans van Rietschote
"Good place for Mediterranean food and drinks! They have a good selection of favorites like kebabs, hummus and baba ganoush and a full bar with wide..."
Takeshi Young
"I stumbled upon Dish n Dash restaurant, and I'm so glad I did! The service was top-notch, with a friendly and attentive staff that made us feel right..."
Sofa Krig
"Mediterranean cuisine here is so delicious 🤤 I love different flavors in one plate. Not too spicy 🌶️! And plenty choices of beers. It has a..."
Mateush Slobodan
"Veggie pita and falafel pita was sooo delicious!😋 and its a must try! I’ll definitely want to revisit this place again! Sauces were great! 😋..."
Bhavana Meravanige
"Best mediterranean place. I have tried few places here in the bay and have been disappointed with uncooked falafels, mediocre food. This place had..."
Wanderlust
Falafel Drive In
86/100 (4444 ratings)
Quick Bites
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
American
Fast Food
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Halal
Fast food
American
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Halal
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Hummus
Falafel
Sandwiches
Burger
Gyros
Salad
Sit down
Middle Eastern
American
Mediterranean
Fast food
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Lunch
Late Night
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"Falafel drive in is a staple of our family’s drives down the coast. The food there is delicious and the quality is always amazing . This time..."
Lucas Chang
"This is not usually the type of food I eat, but this was so good!!! My daughter talked me in to trying it because Guy Fieri has been there and it..."
Alissa Trammel
"The best falafel I've eaten (and I've eaten a lot, including in Israel and Palestine). By no means a fancy a place but the quality and taste of the..."
Vache Kahramanian
"This place never changes which is good - large Falafel has 10 balls small has 5 balls - almost worth buying the balls for 50cents each and taking..."
Ethan Feron
"Not busy between 10:30 am and 11AM, on a weekday. My sister has been a customer for over 40 years. Now I know why. Got the Gyro salad and asked for..."
Sylvia Barker
"The food was incredible and food came quickly but was still fresh. Also the inside of the falafel was green and high quality unlike many brown..."
Daniel Parvin
"I’ve come here a few times over the years and they have the best falafel I’ve ever had. I usually get them with a cheeseburger and mango drink...."
Anna Lujano
"Legendary spot. Came in as not too big a fan of falafels, left a big fan of Falafel's Drive In. Highly recommend Large Falafel Sandwich with a Banana..."
Jesús Prudente-Barajas
"My wife and I came here at around noon on a Monday. The restaurant is an outdoor counter-serve joint with plenty of tables and really fun and..."
SAM X
"Tastes just as good as it did since the last I was here. Been over 10 years since I last visited, still gets a yum from me. Had a gyros and onion..."
mike d
"awesome place for middle eastern. noting fancy, just a casual drive in but their food is sooo good! need to have it hot hot! if not the taste..."
Amreen Shafiuddin
"I’ll add my voice to the chorus of reviewers who have praised Falafel’s Drive-In. This oddly-named restaurant isn’t owned by someone named..."
Alan Feinberg
"Falafel's par excellence! Just can't find better. Made to order, have bought many, never a mistake. Thanks 🙏 Hope they last longer than I..."
Greg Catcott
"I love falafel and knew I had to try this place when I saw the reviews. I got a large falafel sandwich for $11. The falafels texture and flavor was..."
Aden Zhao
"Love this local favorite! A+++++ Highly recommend, get there early they get busy! Will not..."
LIsa Oliver
"This place is serving the best falafel of the entire west coast, period. We enjoy the texture, sauce and the layers of flavor associated to this..."
Persian Household
Curry Roots
83/100 (720 ratings)
Restaurants
Halal
Indian
Vegetarian Friendly
Indian
Vegan Options
Halal
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Sit down
Indian
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Cash Only
Accepts Discover
Buffet
Valet Parking
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Digital Payments
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I ordered chicken tikka masala with lemon rice. The tikka masala was delicious! The lemon rice, on the other hand, had yellow hard bits. I couldn't..."
Nikki Isaac
"I work in the mall and frequently dine at Curry Roots. The food is always consistently good and fresh, the employees are friendly and helpful. They..."
Cee Gee
"So glad the mall has an Indian curry place! I have been here several times, and I've enjoyed each time! This time we got chicken tikka pizza! It's..."
L G
"This is such a nice spot to get some real good Indian food while shopping in the mall. They are super organized, clean and creative with the menu...."
Mallika Rao
"This unassuming Indian spot truly has it all. The flavors are spot on for people of all different tastes. As many mentioned, the chicken tikka masala..."
Saad Khan
"Delicious. Good size portions. The 2 curries 1 side plate for $10 could easily be shared between 2..."
Pop 1001
"My first time trying Indian food was at curry roots. The food was delicious, especially the samosas.Only one halal meat choice but it's better to..."
Perry Green
"Superb Indian Food! I love getting veggie samosas and chick pea masala when I go to Indian restaurants. Curry Roots lured me in with their sample and..."
Nic Chebeleu
"I eat here at least twice per month. I love all the chicken curries. The Chicken Korma and the Mango Chicken are probably my favorites, but..."
Carol DiPietro
"I have had a lot of Indian food around San Jose, which i love! And for a place in a mall, i was expecting sub par food like the rest of the..."
Jeff Ibey
"This place is wonderful! I’m surprised how good and tasty the food is considering it’s in the mall. Curries aren’t watered down and they have a..."
Michelle Palomino
"This place made me love Indian food. I never had it as a kid so when I came to the mall one day I tried the coconut chicken curry and was sold. I..."
Luz Maria Marquez
"The food is super flavorful and very light. A lot of Indian food upsets my stomach but curry roots is the perfect balance. Mango chicken and ctm are..."
Raquel sal
"Pretty good fast Indian food, with a bit of variety of dishes. The naan is fantastic and they'll usually bring out a freshly baked one with your..."
Nathan Murata
"Found this gem while visiting the Bay Area. Fantastic curries! I happen to be picky and I was blown away by the flavors of their curries. My..."
Harveen Dhesi
"The guy working there was awesome. the food was amazing! they were more than willing to let me try every single dish that they make. everything was..."
Colton Sheldon
"You will not believe this gem is in the mall. Curry Roots has the most amazing selection of sauces...their tikka masala and chicken korma are my..."
Alicia Scholer
"Not sure how some folks rated this so low but, really the best Curry I've had in the area, mall venue aside even. Test the flavors to find your..."
Chris Reynolds
"My dad & I eat here when we go to the movies at the Oakridge mall. Love this place! My dad does as well, which is not often the case, so it says a..."
Lisa Powers
Ziba Persian Restaurant
82/100 (846 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Halal
Middle Eastern
Persian
Persian
Halal
Dinner
Lunch
Kabobs
Sit down
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Persian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Buffet
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The owner was nice. She introduced herself and took our order. My sister, her husband and my nephew had eaten there under the previous owner like 6..."
Sherene Saenz
"We are pretty picky about our Persian food and had never eaten here. We came with a friend that had been and said it had been renovated and is under..."
teampakzadeh
"Very delicious Persian dishes , they have Stamboli Polo, Lamb Shanks, and Tah-Cheen Friday Saturday and Sunday, as well as all the kabab dishes..."
Peyman H
"We had a spontaneous decision to have Persian food. We found Ziba to be in our travel path. The restaurant is cute, clean and elegant. We were..."
Tareq Barakzoy
"1st time here and we will be back! Service was kind and professional. Koobideh and salmon were super moist and the tomato and veggies were cooked..."
Dana Grijalva
"For what it is, a low key Persian restaurant in a strip mall, it's surprisingly good. The service was very friendly. Maybe a little too much so. We..."
Niloufar Mazhari
"Pros: clean and nice indoor, fresh food, food (both kabobs and stews) tasted good, attentive staff, good size portions Cons: outdoor seating was..."
Neda Mandegaran
"This place is amazing! As soon as you walk in you can tell how clean & chic they are. I was excited to hear the selection of music they were playing..."
Sheeva Shahinfar
"Absolutely delicious Persian food, fresh, plentiful, flavorful. Friendly service. Nice clean..."
Robert Benidettino
"Came here with my family for lunch. It was very quiet and also a decent price. They got very nice food and coffee. The personnel was very nice and..."
Igor Galburt
Sajj
82/100 (1765 ratings)
Quick Bites
Fast food
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Middle Eastern
Halal
Fast Food
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Halal
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Falafel
Shawarma
Salad
Café
Fast food
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Great food, extremely friendly staff. Even managed to get my picky daughter to eat some chicken..."
William Timmins
"This place has amazing shwarma. So good! My brother never had it before and he loved..."
Lyndsey Frondarina
"I usually do a takeout from this restaurant. The portion sizes are very filling and more than enough if you are super hungry. The staff is friendly..."
Arth Patel
"Every time i need a quick bite after a long day at work, i stop here on the way back to grab rice bowl. Portion is good. Options to mix and match...."
Chanu Rats
"Its a great healthy option. We always take a veggie falafel rice bowl or wrap. The dressing are really good. The sides are also good. I liked pita..."
Mrudul Muley
"I had the Falafel Salad Bowl with Couscous and Rice and it was absolutely delicious! The falafel was perfectly cooked and the salad was fresh and..."
Saket Thakare
"Delicious, fresh, healthy, and great looking food. Lots of options. Polite, friendly, and energetic staff. Clean sitting area and hygienic cooking..."
Anup Agarwal
"I love all salads from this place. Food is fresh and it is easy to mix it up to create your own salad. Lines are kind of big around 12pm cause of..."
Olga Sha
"One of the best Mediterranean restaurants in the South Bay. It’s so perfect and delicious the staff is so nice and welcoming. Falafels are..."
Vivek Kulkarni
"One of best places with lightning quick service to grab good mediterranean food. They have good chicken and vegeterian options. Quality and quantity..."
Aditya Samalla
"This is my go-to lunch spot when I'm in the office. They serve crispy, tasty falafels here, along with a plethora of greens, grains and toppings. I..."
Ed Miller
"Love this place! We went at 6pm on a Friday and there was no wait. The food is delicious: I had the Shawafel rice bowl, kids shared the chicken on..."
Kris S
"Food was delicious. We bought pomegranate chicken and falafel bowl. They have lots of varieties of topping and each very good in taste and..."
rashmi r
"Great place. Has a "Chipotle but Mediterranean" feel to it. Can be very healthy (depending on your choices). Parking may be challenging depending..."
Andrew Bennett
"Taste is good. Worth for money. Cleanliness 💯. I love chicken dishes here. Their lentil soup was..."
Star Lampie
"Amazing staff (friendly) , food is great and atmosphere is amazing as well. Good price...."
Omar Ansari
"I had chicken Rice bowl and food is decent and nothing outstanding. Quality of the food is good but it lacks authentic taste and chicken was bit dry...."
Harsha Sanjeeva
"My favorite meal here is the vegan falafel plate. The chocolate hummus is not vegan according to their nutritional guide. But dang! So..."
Ang
"Food is flavorful. I usually take the chicken shawarma or pomegranate chicken rice bowl. Love the walnut..."
Dhrisya D
"Great fast-casual spot for Mediterranean-style ingredients mixed however you like into a bowl/wrap/salad. I often go for a bowl with chicken..."
Matt Kihlthau
Menara Moroccan Restaurant
76/100 (1403 ratings)
Restaurants
Moroccan
African
Middle Eastern
Moroccan
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
African
Middle Eastern
Halal
Halal
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Kabobs
Couscous
Lamb
Sit down
Middle Eastern
African
Moroccan
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Fun experience, talk awhile, dance with the belly dancers, enjoy a great time in a super mellow place. We had a great time in our group celebrating a..."
Michele B
"Nice and open inside. I've never dined in a setting like this where the seating is on the floor and the tables are low. I found it very relaxing..."
kenneth tatola
"Very exotic and nice experience in this restaurant! The ambiance is relaxing and fun, and the foods are in big proportions so a single dinner set can..."
Halley Chen (HC)
"The food was delicious bit the service was very slow. We were here for our company dinner which was nice. We all ordered drinks and they all came at..."
Agnes Kerchner
"Fun Moroccan restaurant in San Jose with belly dancing shows on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. I was told that a reservation is definitely..."
Master Maggie Li
"Menara offers a complete Moroccan dining experience. First, the setting is ideal, starting with a lovely open foyer which leads into a spacious..."
Dillon Carlos
"We went here for Valentines family dinner. It was a lot of fun. Food and service were great. Belly dancing was the highlight of the night. I..."
Ragni Chand
"Food was truly the best tasting experience. Service was friendly but slow though probably because it was a Monday night? It was getting warm and we..."
Daniel Gomez-Martinez
"Lovely hidden restaurant! My BFF brought me here for my birthday as we both wanted to try something different than the same 'ol places we frequented...."
Angelic Ingram
"The food was good, not exceptional. The ambience was great and the belly dancers were pretty good too. They had nice complementary birthday special..."
Harish Sethumadhavan