I ordered the Moby Dick Combo #1 and it really delivered. The plate comes with ground beef/sirloin…read morekabob over a big bed of basmati rice, plus fresh bread on the side. The beef was juicy with a nice char, and the ground beef skewer was well‑seasoned with that classic kabob flavor. Portions are generous--definitely enough for a full meal and possibly leftovers if you're not super hungry. For the price, I felt like I got solid value for the amount and quality of food. Casual counter service, food came out hot and in a reasonable time. If you want a no‑nonsense, tasty kabob plate that lets you try a bit of everything, Combo #1 is an easy go‑to order here.

Many moons ago in the mid 90's I frequented Moby Dick in the city (Georgetown). It was the days of…read morelate night work hours with hunger pangs and surely this place was open. Who can forget that yellow building on 31st? My musings here is only to nod of the goodness that Moby offers in Persian cuisine. A few critiques if I may are the lavash is plain and the kashk wasn't warm as it should be. Perhaps fluff it a bit and consider serving differently and presentable for in store diners? I could have taken it home and placed it on a plate taking shape of the container it came in too, but why bother to waste? Also, I want to mention sabzi was not served with my entrees. The kubideh and joojeh was delicious! Tender, flavorful bursting with saffron, and my lips that char goodness! And the basmati rice generous in portion and simply light and aromatic. Don't forget the must-o-kheyar. Parking is ample but could be congested down the road as the shared businesses and property fill in. Access and mobility could be limited during busy times. Great to see Moby in Annapolis!

Definitely the best and most authentic Lebanese restaurant in Annapolis…read more I have been here several times...always good. This is the real deal...

For a random Lebanese restaurant in Annapolis, LEBTAV wasn't too bad. Big portions at low prices;…read moreit's a good deal for sure. The food isn't the best Lebanese I've ever had; my chicken shawarma bowl was lacking in the seasoning department, the chicken was pretty bland. But other dishes were okay; the zaatar bread was delicious and the baba ghanoush had a nice savory taste. Bread and hummus were okay too.

Amazing! Amazing! Amazing! Everything was made fresh so it…read morewas about 15-minute wait but that's ok, I took the opportunity to look around the market. I picked up a few things. We got a medium Falafel sandwich and a Shawarma sandwich. Wow. Delicious. I actually may have liked the Falafel just slightly better but both were excellent. I also got an extra garlic sauce on the side... just love. Until next time.

I feel like I found a favorite near us. It's not one of those places where I would travel to, but…read moreif you're relatively close to Urbana, it's worth a stop. It's a small mart that specializes in middle eastern Mediterranean cuisine and ingredients. They place does not have seating inside, but plenty of seating outside. So plan on either take out or picnicking. They make the food right as you order so things are fresh. The part I really liked about this place was that the sauces were not overly salted - to increase shelf life - and the amount of oil/butter was not overly used to try to mask the ingredients. It's more on the "let the ingredients speak for itself" which I really dig. In the end, you don't feel heavy after the meal and you feel like you had a hearty and healthy meal. My favorite was the lamb shawarma. He toasts the outside pita and it gives it a nice crunch. The lamb is fresher than other places and he doesn't over season it to hide the lamb smell. Other places - if you notice - tends to use cumin a lot of mask the lamb smell. Not here though. The falafel sandwich was okay. It was colder than the lamb shawarma. But the falafels were made right there in front of you. I got the sujuk sandwich too (which is a type of sausage). It was a breakfast burrito basically. Our order took 20 mins to make and he makes it right when you order. So be prepared to stay there and peruse around. Some ingredients there were interesting. The one thing that caught my eye was a bottle of pomegranate molasses. He sells it close to 50% what Harris Teeter would charge and he has various brands of pomegranate molasses. I use pomegranate molasses to make grenadine for cocktails. Also has orange blossom and rose water (also both used for cocktails) I like this place and the guy is nice and sweet.

Best seekh kabobs in town. As a Pakistani, I love spicy seekh kabobs and I ordered 5 of them to…read moretaste, they were incredible in both flavor and aroma. I'm so glad I found a great seekh kabobs place close to my house.

Very good fresh food made to order. Place your order early…read morebecause it's cooked fresh for you

The Cedars of Lebanon is an easily-overlooked cafe right on the corner of the Old Greenbelt…read moreShopping Center which is a lovely hidden gem. I spent every summer in this town, growing up, and I never discovered this restaurant until a precious friend brought me here a few years ago. It's a dated, though efficient, and charming, cafe with fresh dishes you might love. Firstly, if you plan on having lunch here on a Monday, make sure you are able to finish by 2:45 since they close by 3pm. All other days, they are open past 8pm. We started with the sweet potato soup despite the fact that the reviews for the lentil soup here are the highest. Yes! If it's featured: get it! The turmeric and coconut milk make this soup delightful. The herbs made it so fresh and there was just the right amount of sweetness and gentle heat. Parsley really adds to this recipe and I'm not usually a fan of this herb. The pitas are soft, thin and light. Love them. We needed to order more. I've never had such paper-thin pitas. Yum! I love love love the hummus, here. It is nothing short of divine. The flavors are fabulous and deeply complex. You can really taste the tahini. The olive oil is mild and delicious. I exclaimed, "the hummus was the best ever." And then 5 minutes later, I read a review by Yelper James H. where he says it's the best ever and, "... this hummus at Cedars of Lebanon might have ruined all other hummus for me forever." While I've had similar swooning feelings over the hummus at Lebanese Taverna in Tyson's Corner, this hummus is at least a top contender if not the metro DC area's hummus winner. The cucumber mint yogurt salad is nice, cold and refreshing. You can really taste the mint. I would order this yogurt salad with every meal. The falafel pizza is unusual and fresh. Straight away-- you can taste the tahini, parsley and couscous. The dough is grainy and natural. And there are radishes on this falafel pizza: not overpowering. For the $9 or so pricepoint, this dish is a true labor of love. To prep all of these vegetables, even with food processors, must take time. How novel of a dish! Put the yogurt salad on this pizza. You will thank me. And I only did it because I was watching someone else slather it on. There were at least 12 desserts on the menu. Meow. If we weren't so full of pita, hummus, tahini and fresh veggies, we certainly would love to taste a few of these. As well as the Turkish coffee, with an authentic ceramic and metal carafé presentation.

Pretty easy, breezy no-frills restaurant…read more We stopped by Cedars of Lebanon, because it was one of the few places that had outdoor seating and was not full. The restaurant has a small outdoor dining area with three four-seater tables, which was find for our two dogs. The experience overall was pretty low key, which necessarily is not a bad thing. Although there is waiter/waitress service, you will have to order your food at the cashier's counter. Actually, maybe that's only a thing if you are dining outside. The menu has a nice mix of Middle Eastern dishes. I went with a beef (or maybe it was lamb) kabob plate. The portions were fine and my meal was pretty good. It was not out of this world amazing, but it got the job done. I thought that the prices were pretty good for the area and the amount of food received. Although the food was fine, I do not think that I would go out of my way (e.g., driving more than 30 minutes) to dine here. Just be aware that the restaurant does not serve alcoholic beverages.

Wow, just like you would expect from the team from Albi, the dish preparations at La Shukran are on…read morepoint. The flavor combinations were subtly complex and engaging. We enjoyed every dish we ordered. The dining room is relatively small and quite noisy. The rooftop dining area is casual and airy. Note: the rooftop seating only offers drinks and the small bites from the full menu. Larger entree options are not available on the rooftop. We will definitely be back to dine here again.

Truly a standout experience at La' Shukran. The variety, creativity, and reinterpretation of…read moreLevantine cuisine, combined with French and other influences, were amazing to see and taste. I especially loved the thoughtful use of offal, the hummus was to die for, and the little lamb T-bone was another highlight. The service was equally attentive, and the recommendations were spot-on. I also loved the ambience. The slightly dark, beautifully designed space feels cozy and intimate, while still having a modern vibe that remains faithful to its Levantine roots. Overall, an easy five stars and a place I would highly recommend. It's not always easy to find great restaurants in D.C., and this is definitely one of them.

We enjoyed everything about our visit to Ammoora. From the moment we walked in, we were enveloped…read moreby the warm glow of the lights, golden archways, and the soothing sound of a fountain. The attention to detail by our waiter, Cassiel, was incredible. He remembered everyone's preferences and was very knowledgeable about the menu. Exceptional service! The dishes and drinks were exquisitely presented and full of flavor, leaving us wanting more. The Ze'atar Honey Barrata was especially delightful, topped in rose petals and pistachios. A complete experience!

My go-to spot for authentic Mediterranean food in Baltimore…read more I like to order online and pick up my food to go usually, but I have also dined in. It's a bit dark and outdated inside, and they do not sell alcohol. Their shawarma is great, I love their chicken shawarma wrap with fries. They also have a mint lemonade which is extremely refreshing.

Whenever I visit Maiwand Kabob, I usually order one of their chicken kabob platters or a combo…read moreplatter and some appetizers. I decided to order their veggie platter this time around. I really wish I tried this earlier because this veggie dish is amazing! It includes rice, eggplant, curried chickpeas, spinach, curried potatoes and sweet peas, and a sweet pumpkin topped with yogurt. I couldn't stop eating from it even after filling a little full because everything was that good. lol. I especially loved the chickpeas and the pumpkin dish. I still love everything else that I've tried from this restaurant, but I think this veggie platter sits at the top of the list now. The food always taste fresh and the service is always great.

Ordered the grilled salmon and it was delicious! 2 thick pieces of delectably grilled salmon filets…read morethat came with saffron rice, small salad and naan bread were all tasty and with wonderful textures and seasoning. The salmon was so tender, flaky and satisfying. I will definitely go back and try more of their menu. The salmon took about 20 mins to prepare but the wait was worth it! The dining area was on par with similar kabob purveyors, decent and industrial, no nonsense. I love seafood so anytime an establishment does a fine job with any fish, I'm gonna like them!

Great kebabs, top notch rice and food. Worth the pit stop for sure…read more I ordered the lamb kebab and my son the chicken and it was amazing.

My partner and I had a very pleasant meal here last night (Wednesday). You order at the counter…read moreand have a seat. Someone brings the food out to the table when it is ready. We ordered the 4 mezeh appetizer plate (4 8-oz containers). There are a number of choices and we got the baba ganouche, Mirza ghazemi (eggplant, tomato, garlic), pickled cabbage and beet hummus. Most were very good (I would say the weak one was pickled cabbage - crunchy, but not as flavorful as it could have been.) The beet hummus was a new item for us and we both enjoyed it very much. The dips were accompanied by a decent portion of triangles of pita. The pita was "ok" - a bit hard and chewy. We each got chicken kabob. The chicken was very moist and flavorful. I got mine in a platter with half salad and half rice. I enjoyed both. We also ordered roasted vegetables, which were one of the highlights. Onions and zucchini - roasted perfectly. The platter is a lot to eat and we took most of the dips home for another time. The staff were helpful. One person was friendly and the other oddly not. The restaurant seating area was comfortable.

What wonderful experience! Service is top notch h! Food was absolutely outstanding!!…read moreA definite restaurant to revisit soon!!

Hannah was our waitress and she was great; very friendly and attentive. She was also very…read moreaccomodating to our large party. The brunch was excellent. My favorites were the waffles, sausages, and grits. I highly recommend The Lodge and will be back!