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    Babylon Cafe

    4.7 (167 reviews)
    InexpensiveGreek, Mediterranean
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Babylon Gyros Delight
    Cade A.

    This was a really good restaurant, we will definitely be back ! Prices were typical for this kind of food and the portions were very generous. The food was also very fresh and I really appreciated the waitron's attention to detail about vegetarian/vegan dietary needs. The food came out very fast & we enjoyed the cooler of drinks to grab as opposed to refill service. The two employees were super friendly and gave good recommendations/explanations. We are suckers for a small, downtown restaurant so the vibes here were perfect to stop in and get a quick lunch.

    Hummus and falafel
    Kriss W.

    Que Hall and Oats....How does it Feel to be Back? I haven't worked in Richmond since 2015 so it has been that long since I was in this delightful little place! We had a pretty sunny day and I felt confident in finding a parking spot in downtown Richmond! I scored a spot on the street right in front of the restaurant and I was excited to be there. It was 12:30 pm and I was expecting a crowd, back in the day there would have been a line and folks jockey for tables. But I walked right up to order and I didn't see a menu - so I just told the gentleman at the counter I wanted hummus and falafel and hoped for the best. I was not disappointed! I got a l lovely plate of smooth garlicy hummus, with pickles, tomatoes and Kalama olives as garnish. Three warm, crunchy on the outside light and flaky on the inside falafel, warm peta and my own little tub of their homemade tzatziki sauce. My service was fast and friendly. I am so happy they are still there serving up tasty treats, and I am thrilled To Be Back!

    Chicken Shawarma Pick 3!
    Jeremy M.

    Delicious food and excellent service! The best falafel in Kentucky! The falafel is perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious! Did I mention the falafel is served on a bed of tasty hummus, with delicious garnishes and warm pita bread! The gyro and fries both eaten with lots of their tasty tzatziki sauce are a must try as well! Order the gyro with feta cheese and extra tzatziki sauce and you won't regret it! Chicken and rice and chicken shawarma are also excellent choices! The Greek salad is delicious as well! Meals also include a can or bottled beverage and their are lots of great options to chose from!

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    Kearston D.

    A classic gyro from Babylon is one of my top favorites when wanting something hearty yet on a higher protein meal. The owner is always kind and patient while ordering and speedy with the turn around time for the order.

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    Alyona Z.

    Came here on a Wednesday afternoon for lunch. I ordered the lunch pick 3 special for $8.99 I had the Greek salad, rice and chicken shawarma. Everything was very delicious and very filling, I couldn't eat the pita bread the sandwich came on so I just added to my salad. Super tasty! Definitely worth coming here if you're in the area. Great Mediterranean food and the staff here was super friendly and helpful. I will return next time I'm in Richmond.

    Baklava
    Greta Z.

    This is a total dive and typical of places I love: local, unique, quaint, tons of character, and good food served from friendly folks. It's not fancy at all (feels very "mom and pop") and has just a few tables, food served on paper products, but it seems authentically Greek but pretty basic: hummus, gyros, salad, shawarma, falafel, and baklava. The pita was very nice. The hummus was plentiful but very lemony served with pickles and olives....too one-note for a full plate. The falafel was good and baklava moist and tasty though not outstanding. Overall, the place gave me good vibes and was worth the $14. I'd definitely come back and bring my friends.

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    13 years ago

    As good as it gets! Fast and delicious lunch. Make you want to come to downtown Richmond.

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    11 years ago

    It doesn't get any better than this! Love this food! Now with two locations.. just amazing!

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    10 years ago

    its so great to see small great places like this in richmond. best Mediterranean food ive had.

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    The Parthenon Greek-American Eats

    The Parthenon Greek-American Eats

    4.3(47 reviews)
    25.7 mi

    We were really excited to find some Greek food an hour from home....well, don't bother!…read more They served us tasteless, totally bland food! Well except for the "souvlaki" which wasn't souvlaki at all, but just some BURNED pork...very dry-never marinated. This place is a dumpster fire.

    In NYC, this might be a three star experience. In Danville, KY, where it's the ONLY Greek…read morerestaurant, it's a decent four star experience. One must adjust expectations depending on the situation. I had the chicken souvlaki platter, which is essentially a kebab. It comes with a nice fresh Greek salad, rice, and tzatziki sauce. Not exactly juicy, not exactly dry, but not bad. My companion had the mousasaka, which is layered eggplant, potatoes, and meat sauce topped with Bechemel cream. Also comes with rice and the salad. We also had the fries, which are not the typical you see in Greek restaurants. Rather than the crispy crunchy fries with the golden outside, these almost seem air fried. But they were light and airy and we enjoyed them. This restaurant also serves gyro, falafel, spanakopita, hummus and pita, a Greek burger. The reason this place is called Greek-American is because they also serve cheeseburgers, fried chicken, fish, Reubens and BLTs, steaks, salmon, etc. I wish they would focus on just Greek food and make that better, but I understand that is probably tough in a place like Danville. They probably have to have other cuisine options to stay afloat. The service was very kind and attentive and the restaurant is super bright and clean. My friend said it was better than the last time she ate it. She also agrees that this is a, "good for what it is" selection.

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    The Parthenon Greek-American Eats - Moussaka

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    Athenian Grill - Avgolemono Soup

    Athenian Grill

    4.4(246 reviews)
    22.3 mi
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    Best gyros sandwich ever! Friendly staff, great fries, and outstanding tzatziki, too. Can't wait…read moreto try more authentic Greek dishes. This is a very happy find!

    Full disclosure, as always: this was delivery/doordash. And that jacked the price up, which is…read morenot Athenian's fault. It also almost always affects the food, but overall I would call this 5/5 Greek. And it did arrive fast even after we ordered past 9 PM! I got the chicken gyro, extra meat. Chicken was juicy and moist. They did indeed give me a LOT of it. It was bursting out of the pita. Tons of fresh veggies included. The fries were crispy, could maybe have used a little more seasoning. Non-doordash without extra meat, is 11 dollars. You can get a combo with a side and a drink for 15 dollars (again, non DoorDash). My colleague got a gyro bowl, which he enjoyed. They allow you to build your own bowl, choosing grain or green, up to two dips, a protein, toppings, and dressing. Athena is the typical Greek restaurant (no insult meant by that). Usual suspects of spanakopitakia, falafel, Greek sausage, Greek salads, moussaka, chicken Santorini. They also have entrees like pastitsio, meatballs, grilled branzino, chicken Santorini, grilled lamb chops. They offer pasta and several other types of sandwiches. I enjoyed this spot, though would prefer it without the DoorDash next time. They have three locations in Lexington.

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    Athenian Grill - Greek Garden Salad

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    Zaki Mediterranean Grill - Falafel plate

    Zaki Mediterranean Grill

    4.8(38 reviews)
    25.0 mi

    We tried Zaki Mediterranean Grill in Lexington for lunch and it's one of those hidden gems you…read morealmost drive past but end up thinking about afterward. The food tasted incredibly fresh and homemade -- flavorful shawarma, creamy hummus, warm pita, and authentic Mediterranean flavors that don't feel watered down or commercialized. The owner was genuinely kind and welcoming, and you can tell he cares about the food and the people coming in. It's a small, cozy spot, but the flavor is huge. Portions are generous, prices are reasonable, and everything tastes made with care. If you love authentic Mediterranean food, this place is absolutely worth trying. Lexington has some great local restaurants, and Zaki definitely deserves more attention.  I had the chicken shawarma and it didn't disappoint! The hummus was so fresh. My husband had the lamb shawarma.

    This is a tiny place! There are three small tables inside. The young man who was there was so…read moresweet. He was patient while my mom looked at the menu. We placed our order and it was prepared very quickly. We loved the lamb wraps. The seasoned fries were delicious. The baklava, OMG! It is crispy, flaky and moist. All at the same time. It's not overly sweet which makes it an absolute favorite for me. The next time we are in the city, we will be back!!!

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    Zaki Mediterranean Grill - The counter

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    Zaki Mediterranean Grill - Chicken Kebobs and lamb. Perfection. Right down to the best olive oil I've ever had.

    Chicken Kebobs and lamb. Perfection. Right down to the best olive oil I've ever had.

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    Yaffa Grill - Veg platter - hummus, baba ghanoush, tabouli salad, Dalmas, falafel... and pita bread.

    Yaffa Grill

    4.8(48 reviews)
    34.7 mi

    Best lamb EVER!! Today was my first visit while driving through Georgetown off i75. It couldn't be…read morecloser to the interstate (and the food was served very quickly)! I was craving something fresh and flavorful, and Yaffa's looked like a good fit... boy was I elated when I walked in- a friendly crew and a robust menu that they were able to help me navigate. The ambiance perfectly captures what you'd want from authentic Mediterranean food- it even has a small storefront to ensure all your cravings are met! I got the large fattoush salad with extra lamb, and it was the best Mediterranean and best lamb I've ever tried!! Generous servings and tender meat, cooked to perfection with great spices! I'll be back again, and I'm already dreaming about what I'll order next!

    12/27/25 I've come here a few times and each time has been a…read moregreat experience. Customer service is top tier, the staff is very friendly and accommodating. I came here with my husband after a vet visit (all 4 paws- around the corner) we ordered the mixed grill so we could share our platter. Everything was made to order and came out pretty quickly. The ambiance is very causal and inviting. The food was absolutely fantastic, cooked to perfection, flavorful, and fulfilling. Anytime I'm in Georgetown around lunch/dinner time, I will be coming here every time, they're that good! Order various items, everything has always been so good, each and every time I've eaten here.

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    Falafel with dipping sauce

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    Sahara Mediterranean Cuisine - Falafels and  Shata Dipping Sauce

    Sahara Mediterranean Cuisine

    4.6(479 reviews)
    23.3 mi
    $

    After several years of meaning to go, a recent doctor appointment finally had me in the area during…read morelunch time. Let me tell you, it's a recurrent (every 2 weeks) appointment, and I'm about to make my 3rd trip to Sahara this week. Wonderful price for the amount of food you get. The first time I went I was only able to eat about half of my portion. So much chicken! I got the chicken shawarma, and my hubby got the chicken leg lunch special. Wonderful seasoning, well cooked, great hummus, great Greek salad... the pita bread was meh, but I'll forgive it because everything else was great. The inside isn't a 5 star restaurant, but it's serviceable! Good amount of seating. The staff are friendly, open to questions, and very nice overall. They like to keep the line moving, so don't dilly dally. Ha! Overall, I can see why this was one of my friends favorite restaurants, and it's definitely added into my Lexington rotation.

    10/14/25 Sahara…read moreMediterranean is one of my go-to lunch spots, and I always make it a point to stop by whenever I can. Their lunch special is hands down the best deal around. I always double up on the garlic dip because it's seriously addictive, once you try it, you'll understand why! The food is always fresh and flavorful, and if you enjoy a bit of heat, definitely ask them to make it on a higher spice level. I usually get the lamb and beef shawarma at level 7, and it's absolutely perfect for me. The staff here are always so friendly and welcoming, and the whole place has a cozy, homey vibe that makes you feel comfortable right away. I also love the little store next door; they have some really unique items. If you're craving something sweet but want to avoid processed sugars, grab a pack of their dates. They're imported from Middle Eastern countries where they grow the best ones, and they taste so much better than anything you'd find at a regular grocery store. Sahara Mediterranean never disappoints. I'll definitely keep coming back, probably monthly, if not weekly!

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    Sahara Mediterranean Cuisine - Lamb and chicken combo lunch plate

    Lamb and chicken combo lunch plate

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