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    Almaya

    5.0 (112 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Everyday is taco Tuesday. Taco proteins choices from the menu to enjoy.
    Fabian L.

    If you are looking for a new modern Mexican fusion than come try this spot with an Egyptian twist. The staff were very friendly to explain menu and also brought the food out to the few dining tables to enjoy with family and friends. The menu offers a variety of breakfast, lunch ,and dinner options and even some great dessert choices. Come and sample the fusion for yourself.

    Spicy Creamy Chicken Plate
    Nani N.

    It was inside a food court, so there's only really street parking to get here. It wasn't too crowded when I came on a Friday at 1:00pm. My friend had suggested this place and mentioned that on Tuesday they do tacos which I was looking forward to trying, but maybe next time. I got the Spicy Creamy Chicken plate which was absolutely delicious. The chicken was so tender and not dry at all. They give you options of either hummus or beans for the side and a salad also. The pita bread was so crispy and complimented the whole dish. I do wish that they would give more rice, but nonetheless, the dish was my favorite! I also tried my friend's lamb plate she got and I cannot rave enough about that. It was so tender and the meat fell right off the bone.

    Gala
    Arminda D.

    We only tried the falafel plate and the chicken burrito/wrap, but both were amazing the falafels were crispy and flavorful, with amazing hummus and toasted pita bread. Really good food here!

    Chicken Kabab Plate Baklava
    William P.

    I loveeee Almaya! The chicken kebab plate is chefs kiss. Honestly you can't go wrong with any food items here. The presentation of the food is also phenomenal, they really care about attention to detail. Nicole is fantastic! She gives amazing service and always greets you with a warm smile.

    Ayesha Z.

    Such an amazing find with great customer service and food!! It's located inside of a food hall and the quality of the food here is so good. We got three tacos; asada, chicken shawarma, and birria along with a birria burrito. The flavor was top notch and it tasted so fresh. I also loved at how light and thin the chips were. The green salsa paired so well with everything! Definitely check this place out.

    Dave B.

    Mediterranean meats Mexican. The chicken shawarma plate is scrumptious. Go donate stuff at Society of St. Vincent and grab a bite.

    Falafel plate
    Chad K.

    The food was amazing and the prices were very reasonable. I got a TON of steak on my plate in the Asada Kabab. I was stuffed. My wife ordered the falafel plate and took leftovers home. I tasted the falafel and it was perfectly cooked. It is easy to mess up falafel and a hard thing to get just right. It can be dry, or too oily or too thick, or cold, or too salty. So many things can go wrong. This falafel was perfect. If you are a falafel lover, I highly recommend trying it! Parking can be a little tricky, but there is free parking at the thrift store across the street. We found street parking, but it can be like the Hunger Games depending on the time of day. The only thing that wasn't my favorite was the horchata. It was a little too sugary and on the sweet side for me. Everything else was extremely good and very enjoyable. Plus, this service could not be friendlier.

    Beef and chicken kabab plate @jhennybventures (ig/tiktok)
    Jhenny R.

    A lucky discovery around the area. We came in on a Tuesday, after the lunch hour, so there was not much people. The place yeh clean and there were ample of tables around. I got my beef kebab plate, which was oh so delicious, I scarfed that down fast! My colleagues also loved their order: chicken kebab plate and asada burrito. Highly recommend!

    Falafel Plate
    Francesca D.

    Randomly came across this place and it did not disappoint. Tucked away under apartments, Almaya sits in a little food hall. Kind of a random place for this building, as the area is a street over from a tent city. Parked on the street (make sure to lock your cars!) I ordered a falafel plate, some guac and chips, and cheese rolls. Oh! And baklava. The plate is a decent size and everything was so good! Probably could have split it with my friend, but had left overs for dinner lol. Chips and guac were really yummy. The cheese rolls were pretty nice, too. I love baklava! This one was a little too sweet but still really yummy. The girl at the counter was super awesome and nice. She answered all our questions and then later brought everything out to us and always had a smile on her face. We saw her bring out a candle on a dessert for some other people and that's way more than I would expect for a spot in a dining hall so definitely awesome! Great service!

    Salmon burrito
    Bryant G.

    I have to follow up to say this place continues to amaze me! I've literally eaten every menu item they offer and it's all incredible. I've brought lots of people here to lunch with me and they were all impressed. The main reason for the follow up is to mention the specials. They have unique and delicious items most of the time. They have things that aren't on the menu too. Be sure to look at the board out front or ask, because the specials are creative and flavorful!

    Asada Kabab Plate
    lexi a.

    oh my gawdess... decided to get in my kim doordashian era tonight & ordered almaya for the first time & that was truly one of the dankest meals i've ever had!! decided to get the asada kabab plate and let's just say it did not disappoint, every single bite hit so damn GOOD. new addiction incoming, can't wait to try the chicken kabab plate next time. when the meal pops off & life feels so peak again :)

    Chicken Kabab Plate, Birria Plate, Spicy Feta dip with Jamaica
    Katrina Rosario J.

    Mediterranean + Mexican fusion = Genius!! Spicy feta dip was creamy and good for sharing. Birria plate was tender and juicy! You just order at the counter and they deliver it to your table. It's in a neat food hall surrounded by nearby apartments -- Street parking.

    Hummus
    Daph H.

    I attended a dinner where the food was catered by Almaya and was completely impressed by how great the food was! At first, I was a little surprised by the combo of Mexican and Mediterranean dishes, but upon learning that the chef's background is a blend of the two cultures, it all makes sense! Starters included a tray of hummus (beautifully decorated by edible flowers) and tray of guacamole, with fried pita chips and tortilla chips. I particularly loved their brussels sprouts and spicy cauliflower which were both delicious! The chicken kabobs and salmon kabobs were cooked perfectly and very flavorful. There was also a couple of salads and Mexican rice. Everything was so fresh and well-executed that you could tell that it was made by someone who cares a lot about food and cooks with lots of love. It made me wish I lived back in LA so I could eat their food more often!

    Amazing Brussel Sprouts!

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    Thoughtful nuance and high quality ingredient choice- excellent hummus. Low key place, not crowded. Highly recommend!

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    Food is amazing. Try the cauliflower dish. It is out of this world. It is a great fusion of Mediterranean and Mexican food.

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    The food is amazing. Service was excellent. Complimentary infused water and jalapeño's curtidos.

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    Some of the best falafel on the planet. Everything they make is delicious. I'm so glad Almaya exists.

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    Great food. Service was very friendly. Music volume was awsome. I would definitely visit location again.

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    Ask the Community - Almaya

    Is the meat halal?

    Yes! Our meat is halal. We make our chorizo using halal beef, our sausage is made with halal chicken, and we have halal beef bacon.

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