My favorite Mediterranean buffet ever. The food is fresh and great quality. A must try is the saffron chicken curry and rice and gyro. Buttery and flavorful. Price is a pretty penny, over $20 for the lunch buffet but well worth I will say. read more

If you're new to Mediterranean food, this is the place's to be. Buffet style foods with variety of option to pick from & freshly made . So far this is the best Mediterranean buffet in DFW I had. Definitely recommended to anyone read more

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The food is amazing and it's very delicious. I guess because it's a weekday the restaurant manager chooses what they want to make and being $25 each for the buffet why offer everything as usual right? My opinion charge less if you're going to offer less! The hostess and servers were very polite and attentive. Not sure who was the manger in charge, because everyone was dressed as a server, so i didn't have the opportunity to express my appreciation for their hard work. The atmosphere was very quiet maybe because it wasn't very busy. Something was off when I was there I just can't pinpoint it. But I will still continue to eat there. I still recommend this restaurant especially if you are looking for a new taste of food. To those who are patrons of this establishment you know how good it is to eat here. I have no pictures to share because I ate my food too fast. Lol Bon appetite! read more

Good bang for the buck. Somewhat of a cafeteria setting but food is good. The green salad was great and the Saffron Chicken was ok. Very nice rice and portions are large. read more

Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill - Greek Salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Richardson, Texas

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My top go to spot for Mediterranean food . Located off 75 in Richardson, this place can be easy to miss if you don't slow down well in advance. It is right in front of the bowling alley before you get to the stoplight before Campbell road . The service here is very friendly and the ambiance is very chill here. Everything is freshly cooked and the taste is so authentic . I switch between the saffron chicken , the kabobs , the flat breads and the lamb. Honestly, everything is good and filling. So good it's gusty to tats e good the next day. Weekends they have self service and it's at a lowered price ,which I think starts in the afternoon . A must visit restaurant. read more

Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill - Saffron Rice Saffron Chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Richardson, Texas

First time back at buffet since covid! A small buffet upon first glances but a mighty selection and robust flavors. My favorite was the meat skewer and grilled chicken. I also loved the olive salad and hummus. For dessert, one must try the rice pudding! I haven't had rice pudding in over 20 years! We had a party of 12 and they were able to accommodate us on a Sunday afternoon! Bonus! read more

Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill - Just one side of the buffet - Mediterranean Near Me - Richardson, Texas

I wanted to come here for the buffet during dinner, but found out they only do lunch for the buffet. But I decided to come here anyways and eat in. I ordered the lamb chops and the waitress gave me bread to eat while I wait for the food. I finished the 2 pita breads due to waiting and then she asked if I wanted more and I said sure why not and then she gave me 3 more pita breads and some hot sauce. At that point, I wanted to try the hummus and it was really great. I got the lamb and it was really great. It was a little over cooked for me, but it ended up being good. Maybe it was because I did not eat it ASAP and enjoyed the hummus so much. The lady saw I finished the other 3 pita bread and she asked if I wanted more and I said no as I was really stuffed. Service was outstanding and great and I can not wait to try the dinner buffet. read more

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So we used to frequent this place when it was over in Irving and it was basically a weekly pilgrimage. They have all you can eat and it's a huge buffet and the food is just absolutely amazing. My favorites are the gyro meat and the falafel and the tabouli, but honestly, I've never had anything that wasn't Less than awesome. Definitely worth a trip to Dallas for ... read more

We went here before a performance at the Eisman Center. Our server was Tia and she was on the spot with introduction and drinks. We were all hungry and the entire table all ordered the Chicken Marsala, with the me as the exception...I got the trout! Everything was yummy and delicious. The bread was fresh and the hummus we got was creamy and flavorful. We made it out with time to space to make to our performance down the street! Keep up the great work! Been a fan since you all were here in Lower Greenville! :) read more

1st & seemingly last visit today. It's $20 per adult, age 13+ when checking. I asked for a correction because of the accidental weekend charge. We called ahead & also confirmed we didn't miss any postings on the door. No loud voice, no belittling, no rudeness. I asked for the correction. This offended the lady with the piercing & neck shaking. Didn't catch her name. We should have been psychic & known it wasn't an issue to get charged an increase because "no other customer complained, only you". I'm not responsible for others, nor is my debit card. She mentioned she might not have told us but I guess she told them? Thats why they wouldn't question an "error" if so. It's proper to forewarn changes. She recommended we resolve this by leaving & voided the transaction. Not my request & my son was already eating. She said then put whatever he has in a to go box. We wasted time & gas driving from Prosper lol. Had to call our guest to pull over in Plano to wait for us to figure out whatever. Obviously they thought I was joking & didn't believe me at first. It's very acceptable to refuse service the moment they cuss, become abusive to staff, ridicule, or try to intimidate. Surely she's the daughter of the owners because typically, staff should ever feel this comfortable acting this way. My mother would be ashamed if I treated her customers this way in either place during either location. Especially if our store's actions caused the customer to question us. This was such a simple fix. Disclose in advance to avoid misunderstanding. Correct your errors if you create negativity for a customer. This isn't a case of your customer being misinformed & ordering a dish they don't like. No tarof. I regret not going to Shish Kebab on Spring Valley. I cannot imagine the family & staff there being this way. That's why they have lifetime customers. Seriously. You'll also have no negative surprises. read more

Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill - Don't question anything if you want to be allowed to stay. WE'VE BEEN TOLD BY MGMT TO SECRETLY DO THIS with a side of neck shakes. - Mediterranean Near Me - Richardson, Texas

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Saw many good reviews and decided to give it a try. Went on Thursday around 11:45 am and the parking lot was quite full. We were concerned the place was packed but the hostess said they spaced out customers and enforced masks. $16 per person including tax and drinks like tea and sodas. We were seated in a booth and noticed there were social distancing as how they positioned their clients. There are cold dishes like salads, many types of dips, pastas, beans, fruits and rice pudding. Then there are hot dishes like saffron chicken, gyros, grilled chicken, grilled veggies, stuffed peppers, etc. I love their roasted cauliflower and grilled veggies. Wish they have more lamb dishes other than gyros. There were fresh pita, and two other types of bread in the center. The hostess reminded us to wear masks and gloves while getting food. All staffs had their masks on. About 15 minutes into our lunch, the host decided to put a party of 4 behind us in the corner booth. I felt the booth moved when the 4 adults sat down. Needless to say, we weren't comfortable due to such close proximity. We normally chose to dine out early like 11 am or late like 2 pm in avoiding the crowd. This is our FIRST time dining out during normal lunch hours and that's exactly what we don't want. There was still a steady line of folks coming into the restaurant and unsure if there was still more tables or booths elsewhere. We wanted to limit our interactions and didn't bring it up to management about the seating. We decided it was best to leave. It's a shame that we didn't get to try many items. The ones we tried mediterranean salad and baba ganoush were good. read more

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The buffet was very well prepared, and they were able to accommodate my large work group so long as we came in during the early part of the lunch hour. They provided good service by removing the dirty plates for us and we were able to quickly finish our meals and head out afterwards. The lunch buffet is definitely a good option to consider for those who can't afford to wait for table service anywhere. read more

They change to Buffet only at $25 a person some people can't eat that much food. We use to go there a lot. It is bad since Jay left. His son was rude. We use to come w a large group. I do not recommend this anymore. read more

The dishes were fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. Every bite was a testament to the care and expertise that went into the preparation. The variety was incredible. One thing that stood out was the sheer abundance of food. There was more than enough to satisfy every guest with generous portions, ensuring no one left hungry. Thank you, Marcus for all the help and everything that was provided. Much appreciated. Irit read more

First time here. Wow! Taste buds are going to have to need a nap! So many different flavors and textures. So many great veggies and salads. The lamb kabobs were 1st class. The Greek yogurt chicken was also great. Rice pudding for the win! Great place. It deserves a spot in the rotation. read more

The food was excellent, and the restaurant was very accommodating to my dietary needs. The service was aalso excellent and added to the very relaxed ambiance. read more

Another 5-Star brunch. This place is always delicious and the Saturday crowd proves it.

Ali Baba's buffet in DFW is one of my top picks. Every person I've brought here has loved it--the staff is consistently friendly, and the food never disappoints. It's a definite recommendation for Mediterranean food lovers! read more

Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Richardson, Texas

We have been coming to Alibaba since it was down on Greenville in Dallas. My wife and I dined there last night. The food was OK but the service or lack there of was absolutely miserable. The restaurant has changed to buffet service but obviously has no idea how to handle it. We ordered two drinks but the restaurant manager at the bar just was just talking to two people and completely ignored our order. A nice waiter finally got us our drinks. There were few people there for a Friday night. The business future does not look good. read more

Love this place! If you happen to visit during lunch time, you will enjoy the buffet. It's one of the best in the area. It gets really crowded during lunch but the wait to be seated is very short. As far as the buffet choices, there is a big variety. I love the hot veggies, especially the cauliflower. So delicious! The saffron chicken is also a big hit! It's creamyx delicious and light. If you visit during dinner hours, the buffet is unavailable but you can choose options from the main menu. My friend and I visited one night during the week. It wasn't as crowded as in the day but there was a good number of people having dinner. I chose the saffron chicken and my friend had a salad. Everything was tasty and the service was great. Overall, Ali Baba is a great place to get good Mediterranean food. read more

Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill - Greek salad with lamb gyro - Mediterranean Near Me - Richardson, Texas

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Been here with my childhood buddies and it was an Ok experience. Order: -------- Lamb moussaka--- average Trout Entree -- ok Lamb kebob --- ok Gyro entree --- good Pros: ------- Complimentary pita bread Free parking Lunch Buffet Quick service Cons: --------- Food can get better I would not return. Nothing is really exciting read more

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Really good food. A little expensive. But real. I will definitely eat here again. Will be a spot in my food rotation. read more

Lunch buffet is really good. Mediterranean food for $20 all you can eat. Everything is fresh and very well seasoned. All of the food is filling, definitely won't leave hungry. Ambiance nice also. read more

Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Richardson, Texas

Food is awesome. The bathrooms are a dangerous, slimy disaster and have been for months.

Would have liked it but was sat underneath a leaky air conditioner that kept dripping water all over me and my food. Had to get the food to go since they had no where else to seat us. The food was alright, but the attitude left a bad taste in my mouth. read more

I have been to Ali Baba for lunch a great many times and just went again for one of the best quality deals you can get for around $20. The Lunch Buffet- Well executed across the board for Mediterranean/Middle Eastern cuisine. Your standards of Khubbi/Kebabs and Gyrosz along with some stars that steal the show. Carbs: Pitas and Zataar bread are all great and fluffy, spanikopita is crispy on the outside and flavorful with the spinach inside. Rice is fluffy and the potatoes are some of the best crispy yet soft inside ones I've had. Protein: If you're looking for ample, flavorful, and fresh meats, Ali Baba delivers. They're got chicken kebabs, minced beef kebab, grilled chicken, dark meat chicken and some great veggies like eggplant to go with it. They've also got a Saffron Chicken dish that tastes like it has some cream and tumeric and goes great on rice, it's similar to a curry. Dessert - Fresh fruits and one of the best tasting pistachio/floral rice pudding. This is the best healthy buffet you can eat at for an affordable price. Highly recommended! read more

Lunch buffet is amazing. Lots of fresh dishes to choose from. Food is all most excellent. My eldest son lives in NYC and kept saying "yum" after each bite. We are willing to drive 25 miles to eat here. Quality is the best. read more

Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill - Lunch buffet selections - Mediterranean Near Me - Richardson, Texas

Went during lunch ($20 per person). Table was very wobbly and next to the drink machine, which the staff manually dumped ice into, which ended up falling on us. Food was fine, but restaurant is banged up, torn booth's, wobbly tables and not enough elbow room when the place is full. Simply put, if the place is busy you will be elbow to elbow with buffet loving types of people. If you fear breathing in germs, there are just too many people wondering around the restaurant, standing in the doorway and food and beverage lines. Don't see a reason to return. read more

We both LOVE Greek food, so this was a natural choice. But WOW! Were we delighted! The gyros was good. But the half chicken was AHMazing! The garlic hummus was good, but only order if you have breath mints!! The tzaziki was creamy, cool & tasty. Saffron rice was yummy. We even got a side of olives & they were delish! Even the 'red' ones, which I had never seen before. Would definitely recommend! read more

Best zatar bread ever!! Also the best baklava. A few of us went for a Saturday lunch and it was packed. The food was incredible.

It saddens me to write this, but in an effort to save a penny, they've decided to get rid of straws. Seriously? Straws! How about charging a nickel more instead? We love this place, but a straw-free environment is just plain silly for such a great spot. Next thing you know, we'll be sipping soup from our bowls! read more

My fiancé and I came here during our lunch hour. We haven't gone to a buffet post covid but we were really excited. We love Mediterranean buffets and this was our first time trying this place out. It's not a very big restaurant and they appear to get very busy for the lunch buffet. We didn't have to wait for a table, thankfully. It's a decent sized buffet and they kept up with the foods that were running low. Everything tasted great and warm. The rice pudding is probably my favorite thing at a Mediterranean buffet and this one was delicious. All in all, this is a great buffet and nearby my job so I'm sure I'll be back soon. read more

Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill - Buffet plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Richardson, Texas

This has got to be the best Mediterranean food I have ever had. The fact that we ordered our meal to-go and it was THAT good tells me that it's even better when dining in, which is exactly what we plan to do next time. We ordered the hummus and the cauliflower to start and I highly recommend both. The hummus is exceptionally creamy and rich plus the portion lasted us a few days which we appreciated. The cauliflower is perfectly crispy-tender and makes eating veggies feel like an indulgence. I couldn't resist ordering the roasted chicken (another huge portion) and it was incredibly flavorful and juicy, served with buttery saffron rice and a healthy amount of garlic sauce. I also sneaked a bite of my husband's gyro and couldn't decide if I liked my entree or his better. This place will absolutely be a staple! read more

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We drove all the way to Richardson to eat at our favorite Mediterranean restaurant for dinner. I forgot that it was the season of ID. The place was packed and there was no parking. We drove around, looking for another place to eat, and decided to give Dimassis a chance, even though we didn't like the other location that we had tried previously. The place was busy on account of id. Delicious. The meat was definitely not up to point. They can definitely work on their breads. The desserts were good too. How will are read more

Love Alibaba!! Coworkers and I went to this place and the food was awesome! Love Mediterranean food Good food! Good ambiance! Good staff and service! read more

This is such a wonderful place! The staff is always super friendly and ready to help with anything. It can be a bit crowded during the buffet hours, but well worth it. The food is plentiful and delicious! If you've never had Mediterranean food then this is your go to place. Make sure you check the hours before you go. read more

Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill - Good food - Mediterranean Near Me - Richardson, Texas

Wow. Just wow. Everything I tasted was flavorful. I loved the spinach roll. It was #1. The cream of mushroom soup was amazing after adding some black pepper and salt. The chicken lofts balls went great with the garlic spread. I will definitely be returning read more

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Went to this place for lunch buffet. He food was very good, but still not worth $25/- for a lunch buffet. The service was totally absent. Although for a buffet there us topically no service, usually one would get at least a glass of water. A couple fold at our table wanted warm water and one of the staff members flat out said that warm water is not available. I would not go back in spite of the good food. read more

I hadn't been here for years but went here for dinner on a Saturday night. They have a pretty small menu but focused. We had the hummus with lamb as an appetizer which was really good! I'm picky with my Mediterranean food, I got spoiled when I lived in Michigan. Their hummus is the best hummus I've had in DFW by far. The lamb added a good flavor to it as well. The pita bread was OK, I would have preferred if it was fresh baked. I ordered the gyro platter, you get a ton of food. I was able to stretch it out to two additional meals with the leftovers. The meat had good flavor and their tatziki sauce was really good with good garlic flavor. For some reason most Mediterranean restaurants serve something they call "cucumber sauce" or similar which is not the same. Thankfully they serve the real deal here. The service was good, a bit slow but they were a bit busy. We will definitely come back here again next time we're in the Richardson area. read more

Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill - Hummus with lamb. I can't remember last time I had hummus this good! - Mediterranean Near Me - Richardson, Texas

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Good food variety, reasonable price buffet. Tabouli was excellent if you like Lebanese Tabouli.