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    Aviva by Kameel Midtown

    4.7 (116 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    AVIVA BY KAMEEL MIDTOWN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Mel R.

    The downtown location has always been my favorite restaurant when visiting Atlanta. He was a pleasant surprise to find out that they have a second location. I was really happy because the downtown location closes early and during the daytime because I'm busy with work during their hours of operation. Through my last visit it just so happened that my flight was overbooked and I had to stay an extra night low and behold I find out they have this location open for lunch and dinner so I immediately jump an Uber and went straight to Aviva to check them out. The workers are a resemblance of Kameel, very warm, friendly and engaging. The food was up to par. I went for the salmon which was outstanding as usual and I grabbed a falafel wrap to go which again was outstanding. I was kicking myself because I really wanted to get that rosemary chicken but maybe next time. Five stars all the way.

    Menu and food.
    Aleara L.

    Aviva always provides amazing service.The food options are tasty and healthy. The ambiance is great as it sits in the CODA food court. The CODA garage will validate two hours with purchase. It definitely deserves 5 stars and I highly recommend!

    Rosemary Chicken
    Kelly N.

    There are a few locations around the Atlanta area, and this happens to be the one I can easily get to for lunch, but all of them hit. Consistently good quality and tastes amazing! You know it's popular when you see the line that forms for lunch every day. This particular location is in CODA, The Collective Food Hall at Tech Square, and it gets pretty busy with students and workers nearby. Aviva is a pricier option compared to the other food options it shares space with, but the flavor, portion, and freshness cannot be beat. While waiting in line, you should be able to see the digital screens above that show the choices you have. For me, the rosemary chicken is such a standout menu item. Even waiting in line, I had my eyes on it. I typically get the plate, and sometimes if I'm not feeling the sides they have, I get their creamy chicken soup. I think every plate you order, they also throw in one falafel, which was nice. I thought I wasn't a fan of falafel, but that's because most places I've had it make it dry and crunchy. Aviva's had a nice crisp exterior and a soft interior, which helps the flavor come through a lot better too. I'd consider ordering falafel more often if I know it'll taste this good. Now, the rosemary chicken is cooked perfectly, the meat is tender and the skin is seasoned beautifully. If you do not mind truly digging into your meal and getting a little messy, this is so worth it. The creamy chicken soup is also a great pick, especially for cold days. It's warm, rich, and yes indeed, creamy. The cheese in it is incorporated well, and if you aren't looking for a full meal for lunch, just getting the soup is a good option. Considering the location, it can be difficult to find seating during peak times, but the food travels well. Parking isn't too bad either, so stop by if this is the closest one.

    Falafel wrap
    Ali H.

    I stopped into Aviva to grab lunch while visiting Atlanta. It's inside an office building in their food court area. It was pretty empty in there around 2pm when I went in. Aviva has Mediterranean style plates, wraps and salads, where you choose your proteins and sides and they make it right there at the counter. I knew I wanted falafel but unsure if I should do a wrap or salad so I asked the girl working and she suggested a wrap and all the toppings she thought would be good. I went with her suggestions and was very pleased! It was a huge wrap with lots of great flavor!

    Chicken Shawarma
    Kathy Y.

    This is a delicious Mediterranean place in the Coda. Compared to the other options at the Coda, this place definitely has the best value. The chicken shawarma was very good, and there were so many side options I didn't even know what to choose. I do think everything was a little too salty for me, but the flavor was really good. I would come back to try some of their other dishes.

    Chicken Shawarma Plate
    Siena F.

    Holy moly.....this was SO good. I got the chicken shawarma plate with lentils & cabbage slaw -- they added in a falafel for free (and also offered free soup!). I ate it all in about 15 minutes, it was that good. The food is perfectly seasoned, tastes fresh and is amazingly filling. I left feeling full but not disgusting, which is hard with fast casual food. I wish I lived in ATL because I'd be here every day.

    Rosemary Chicken
    Lily S.

    Really fresh ingredients prepared with care and nutrition in mind. I got the rosemary chicken and are you kidding me? Looks so incredibly well seasoned. I got the platter: the chicken was seriously so tender I ate with a fork and my hand lol the falafel was crispy and flavorful. Love all the sauces, esp the tahini because you can taste the quality. Not like the watery ones from other places. My server (a young African American fellow) was so patient and friendly. I can't wait to come back.

    Chicken Shawarma
    Claire M.

    NEW BUCKHEAD LOCATION ALERT!! The new Buckhead location of Aviva by Kameel is to die for. I've never met kinder more generous employees. The employees energetically greeted each customer upon entering treating them like family. They treated each customer to a mini bowl of soup (which was amazing) while they ordered/waited in line. They also are so generous with portions- I got SO much chicken and large portions of my two sides. Mr. Kameel gave me a free homemade pita which was the fluffiest best pita I have had in my entire life. You cannot leave without trying it I can't even describe how good it is. He also gave me a falafel to try which I definitely would recommend- it wasn't like any falafel I've had before (in a good way). It is a little expensive- but I believe worth every penny. Mr Kameel is also big on using 100% extra virgin olive oil which is super healthy! They have both inside and outdoor seating- definitely a nice place to dine outside when the weather is nice! I literally could go on and on about this place. It is located in the shopping center with the new Publix!

    Chicken Shawarma + Grilled Veggies + Falafel @tiffhuangry
    Tiff H.

    You would think it's impossible for a restaurant to have a 5 star rating with the number of reviews it has but seriously, the hype is real. So when Aviva by Kameel opened at the CODA, I had to check it out. Kameel unfortunately was not there but he had a good substitute filling in - not sure what his name was but he was super friendly and nice and treated me like I was a regular. I decided to go basic and ordered the chicken shawarma with a side of grilled veggies and falafel but it was anything but basic. It was super tasty and who knew they could make "food court" food look so good! Will definitely be back again soon!

    Falafel plate with sides of baba ghanoush, mixed vegetables, and sweet potato
    Devon B.

    Delicious Mediterranean food with great options. The falafel wasn't ready so they even gave us free soup! Ambiance at CODA is great too!

    Chicken Shawarma, Grilled Veggies, sweet potatoes
    Margarita R.

    This is a food court style restaurant. I ordered the Chicken Shawarma, Grilled Veggies, and sweet potatoes and a side of hummus. This is a healthy place to stop in on a busy day for lunch or dinner. The food was flavorful and light. The person who served me was wonderful and enthusiastic. She let me taste some of the food which was super helpful in ultimately making my choice. If I was in the area and needed something quick and healthy, I'd eat here again.

    Falafel Platter with Pasta, Sweet Potatoes, and Veggies
    Erin S.

    We went at 12:30 on Monday, 7/25/2022. We did paid street parking. There were a good amount of tables inside. Here's what we got: - Falafel Platter ($12.15): The falafel was amaaaaazing. Perfectly crispy on the outside, but soft and moist on the inside. I got it with tahini dressing and it was good! It only comes with 4 falafel balls, but you get 3 sides instead of 2. For my 3 sides, I chose veggies, sweet potatoes, and pasta. All were delicious! The sweet potatoes were so sweet and spiced so nicely. The pasta was so creamy and tasted like elevated macaroni and cheese. - Chicken Shawarma Platter ($12.95): I liked the falafel better than the chicken shawarma. My husband got the sweet potatoes and hummus as his 2 sides. The hummus was good! I wish the pita was a warmer and fresher. Super good! Great price! Large portions!

    Salmon plate with veggies, hummus, and tabouleh salad
    Tanya H.

    The ratings are true. Yes, this is truly a delicious heaven on earth and it's here in Atlanta! Food: The food is absolutely fire!!! I tried their salmon with veggies as my side and the salmon was perfectly cooked (medium well-ish) and the veggies that accompanied it were tasty! The price is higher than your general fast casual place but the quality and portion size of what you're getting is really unmatched. Service: phenomenal as it gets for a counter service place. You're greeted and the employees I interacted with were happy to give recommendations on what I was feeling (something healthy and light but large enough for two meals)- recommended the salmon with veggies and it included sides (tabouleh salad and hummus are my go tos!)

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    Didn't know a thing about this place and what a delight. Amazing falafels and creamed spinach. The best. Service...top notch.

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    The hummus was bad. Someone needs to be checking quality, my wife had a bad experience eating it.

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    Yalda - Atlanta

    4.4
    (177 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    Came for late lunch on a casual Friday...and it was excellent in terms of the low-key, warm vibe…read moreoutside as well as the super friendly service. The waitress was knowledgeable and accommodating with our requests. We also enjoyed the food! It is arguably more filling than it initially looks, specifically the mirza ghasemi, falafel entree, branzino, and a tasty baklava ice cream. Note that the food is collectively more filling than it may initially appear...so feel free to save some for leftovers.

    I would give a zero if I could. As you can see from my previous review I held this place to highest…read moreregard until...tonight. I arrive prior to happy hour ending at 6 p.m. I watch the clock and it gets five minutes before 6 p.m. so I go to the front and ask the host if happy hour will be honored if no one takes my order. She says, the waitress hasn't come by. I reply no. A few minutes later she comes. Isn't prepared and doesn't get my order in timely. I asked her if my happy hour prices will be honored because she missed the order. Mind you, prior to her finally coming to my table I was watching her do nothing besides shimmying around where she could have been tending to guests. She says she can't give me the happy hour price because it is now past 6 p.m. There was zero ownership that this fundamental issue is one she singularly caused. I get up and walk away and took myself to Optimist down the street where I've been greeted and cared for. I am so annoyed by this failure. I don't live in the area so I was looking forward to getting reacquainted. I will no longer recommend this place to others because the service was horrible.

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    Inside. Two-story dining room and semi-open kitchen. View from entrance.
    Inside. Two-story dining room and semi-open kitchen. View from entrance.
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    Im a big fan of Persian food & so is my mom, it was a no brainer that we had to check out this…read moreplace. Let's just say that Rumi's Kitchen exceded our expectations! Let's start of with how beautifully embellished the restaurant is. It's a refined fusion of modern elegance & old-world Persian heritage, that celebrates Persian hospitality & culture. You're greeted by the hostess that radiates warmth and geniality. Once seated you're gifted a complimentary starter Sabzi Plate that includes fresh herbs, feta cheese, walnuts, Castelvetrano olives, crunchy radish, and premium walnuts. It also comes with side of freshly baked Persian flatbread. We ordered a plethora of dishes. Our favorite plates were the hummus [we paired with the mushroom add on], lamb chops, and the Adas Polo rice. Trust me get the Adas Polo rice, it absolutely mouthwatering. As for beverages there is a variety of curated cocktails that we tasted but my top pick had to be the Tehran Mule! As for desserts our favorite was the Persian ice cream sandwich, it has unique flavors with rose being one of them. So good! For parking they offer a combination of valet services and validated garage parking depending on which location you go. The dress code is business casual. It's a perfect place for any accession, I definitely am planning on coming back to try more dishes. Take my word and come check it out! Your taste buds will thank you!

    Rumi's Kitchen at Colony Square delivered a really solid experience. The chicken kabob was very…read moregood -- flavorful and cooked well -- and the service was excellent throughout. Service was great. The only disappointment was that the complimentary starters didn't include olives like other Rumi's locations do, which was a small letdown. Overall though, strong food and great service. Would still recommend.

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    First dining space
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