Aladdin has been around for as long as I can remember. My dad used to drive by it when I was a kid,…read moreand I always wondered about it. Now as an adult, I have a free will and love coming here for mediterranean food whenever I am in the area. Many options, and the food comes out fresh, made to order. I just took my boyfriend here and he is shocked that he didn't try this place sooner. I ordered the lamb gyro plate while he got the lamb kabob. Both taste great! The lamb kabob was very juicy. Our sides consisted of caramelized onion hummus, creamy pasta, cucumber salad, roasted cauliflower, and tabouli. All were very good, especially the hummus. Their pita bread is so soft, probably the best pita bread in Houston! Really made the hummus even better.

The flavors of this food is unreal. Such good Mediterranean food!!…read more My husband and I split a 3-side + 1 meat plate - the pita, chickpea salad, and lamb gyro were standouts. Awesome food, quick service, and bustling, busy place!

Absolutely amazing experience at Herand's Kitchen! The atmosphere of the restaurant was very warm,…read morewelcoming, and VERY clean! The owner was very attentive, funny, and kind which made the entire experience even better! The food was to die for, easily one of the best mediterranean places I've ever been to, and very affordable for the quality! You can tell he put love and care into the food he makes, with a pinch of a secret family recipe. I'll definitely be coming back for more!

Somehow, I missed posting my review back in March when I visited. This is where my aunt picked for…read moreour dinner for 2. The owner was actually our server, which made the whole experience feel more personal in my opinion. You can tell there's real pride in what he does, everything we had was made fresh and came out just right. We ordered the baba ghanoush, salad Shirazi, and the chenjej kabob, and everything was full of flavor. We finished with the baklava for dessert, which was the perfect sweet ending. (my favorite was the birds nest.) The place itself is very clean, organized, and has a fresh, welcoming feel, which makes a big difference to the busy hustle of other establishments. Service was attentive without being overbearing, and overall everything just felt thoughtful and well put together.

The first time I had Maryz years ago everything tasted frozen so I never went back…read more A friend was here the other day and assured me the food is fresh, no frozen, so I gave them another try. I had Dolma and octopus and both were AMAZING!! The two apps and a house glass of wine came to $30. Service was non existent. I ordered at the counter and no one ever actually came to our table, but, it's a hookah spot. So no one really wants constant interruption. I'll be back!

The restaurant worker tried to add a tip to which I went in and ordered my own hookah and placed an…read moreorder for small bites costing 10 dollars. The tip added was 5 dollars and some change. I usually go on Thursdays for the hookah but the last 3 times I been my debit card had fraudelent charges. I received a new card and went on Thursday, same thing again with the new card. I then got a third card and didn't use it just for Mary Z on thursday. Once again, a fraudulent charge. So this place is adding tips and using debit card skimmers.This is poor serrvice at it finest.

I have been intending to go here for a really REALLY long time. If you've had chicken shawarmas you…read moreknow many places rely on the sauce for moisture, this is the most tender juicy chicken shawarmas I've had. If you are looking to eat just some clean protein did you know you can just get a pound of Shawarma or gyro for $14/$16? The prices are very reasonable. Very small place but CLEAN, smiling service. I think we got a a mix plate, shawarma plate, 1lb shawarma, quesadilla, gyro cheesesteak. Everything fresh, generous portions definitely a value but you are you not compromising flavor.

Been a fan of their Midtown location for a while, and this was my first time trying the Heights…read morespot... The menu has all the usual Mediterranean favorites. I've always gone with the gyro or shawarma plate, and sometimes the seasoned fries on the side or shared for the table. Portions are solid, and the plates usually come with good hummus (smooth and creamy) and a solid tabouli side. You get one tzatziki sauce included, and the spicy sauce costs extra. The food is flavorful most of the time and definitely filling. I dined in about an hour before closing, and they were still cranking out plenty of to-go orders. This location feels more takeout-friendly since there are only a few small tables and limited window seating. Parking can be a pain since it's shared with Hando, so you'll most likely end up parking on the street. Service is usually pretty quick.. I had my plate in about 10 minutes. After tax and tip came out to around $20. Overall, it's a solid meal and one of the better Mediterranean options in the Heights.

Kasra's is one of those places I end up ordering from every couple of weeks because it always hits!…read more We usually get the impossible kubideh with dill and fava bean rice, ghormeh sabzi, gheymeh, hummus, persian salad, mast museer, ash-e-jow, and kashke bademjan - and everything tastes like it's been made with real depth and care. Their Impossible kubideh in particular genuinely surprised me - in the best way. I don't usually gravitate toward meat substitutes at all, and I've tried making kubideh and ghormeh sabzi at home. It just never comes close to this. It's not often I find restaurants where the vegetarian options don't feel like an afterthought, but Kasra absolutely gets it right. My whole family looks forward to it every time we order.

Great restaurant with great and attentive service in rice village . I really recommend the beet…read moreyogurt dip, it is sweet and tangy and really good! The garlic hummus is also very tasty. I got a lamb kubideh and the serving was quite generous! I had some leftover for my next meal. Also loved the tabouli salad. Its a silly thing to mention but i love that they bring you Diet Coke in a can and give you a little mason jar with ice. Not only that they refill your drinks with more cans if you run out! I expected more of a college student type restaurant because of the location but it was surprisingly solid!

The lamb shank is so good. I love the variety of food also…read more The other day I came by after work and was having a frustrating day and they were so patient and sweet. Great service.

Aladdin Mediterranean Grill is a fun spot to try out. I love their options of salads and hummus &…read moremeat. They do cook the meat when you order so it'll take 10-15 mins for it to cook. I love that! They're helpful. I will say it's cafeteria style to carry your tray and the staff will carry your plate to the register for you so it's not too bad. I enjoyed the cucumber salad, roasted cauliflower and seasoned beef kabob. It's a nice place to enjoy Mediterranean food.

SS Poet: delicious tart with a gingery bite to it Dolmeh:…read morehearty but a bit too sweet Service: Good pace. Not too fast and gives room for time to enjoy the experience Gormeh Sabzi: Citrusy, potation layer on top was crispy Ice cream sandwich was a bit too floral but deliciously nutty. Ambiance is active as the sound of others is not muted. Darker lighting makes for a nice date spot.

Had dinner here while traveling to Houston for a FIFA game. I really loved the decor, design, and…read moreoverall atmosphere. They offer complimentary valet parking, and both indoor and outdoor seating. On busy weekend nights, I'd definitely recommend making a reservation. I didn't have one, so I sat at the bar, but still received full service. I ordered the koobideh kabab, which came with complimentary fresh hot bread, plus a plate of vegetables. The kabab itself was good as well. I also tried the naranj soda, which tasted really refreshing. Service was okay, but it was a busy night.

Met up with a group of ladies for a networking event here. It was a vibe! The staff, the vibe, and…read morethe wine were great! I enjoyed the vegan gyro nachos! This was only my second time visiting an all vegan restaurant in Houston and I was pleasantly surprised!

I tried this place reportedly and was always let down. Chicken was always dry. I decided to order…read moreahead using Ritual app and now I like this place. I think the time it takes me to come pick it up allows the meat to marinade with the sauce. Now it's my quick lunch standby. Recommend, but always order ahead!