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    Cafe Istanbul

    4.3 (82 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Outdoor seating
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    Lotus Falafel and Shawerma-San Bruno - Beef/Lamb and Beef Shawerma plate

    Lotus Falafel and Shawerma-San Bruno

    4.6(420 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    Another great meal here. Today I ordered the lamb and beef shawarma plate along with falafel. This…read moretime I went with a dozen, and they were perfectly crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. They tasted even better dipped in hummus. The shawarma plate was just as satisfying, with tender and flavorful meat. I like that it comes with two types of rice, fresh salad, hummus, and warm pita bread, which makes it a complete and filling meal. The ordering process is simple. You place your order at the counter, get your number, find a table, and the staff brings your food when it's ready. Service was smooth and efficient. It's a simple, laid-back space where you can enjoy your meal without feeling rushed. Overall, I really enjoyed my meal and appreciate the great service. :)

    Delicious! I just dropped my mom at SFO and was trying to find a place to grab some takeout…read more I checked Reddit yesterday and there was a couple mentions of Lotus. There were some other places that I wanted to try more but they were closed for Christmas Eve. Not a lot of parking but I found one right in front of the store. Have to pay, didn't know that, thankfully i got out within 10 minutes before I got a ticket. I ordered a combo plate since I didn't really know what to get. I didn't get to eat it until 2 hours later and I had to microwave it, still very flavorful! The rice has a good amount of salt, and all the meats were easy to bite through, not tough at all. My only complaint would be that I feel like it might be better complimented with a sauce. It was my first time so I didn't know if they typically give any sauces. I think I saw some hot sauce on the tables (unless that was ketchup). Very good and would try again!

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    Lotus Falafel and Shawerma-San Bruno - The menu

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    Lotus Falafel and Shawerma-San Bruno - Chicken shwarma sandwich

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    Broadway Kebab and Gyros - PRAWN GUVECH
- Grilled prawns, red and green bell peppers, onions, melted cheese

    Broadway Kebab and Gyros

    4.4(119 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    Best Spanakopitas ever! Buttery, melts in your mouth!! The…read moreChicken Lemon Soup made my date very happy! The chicken curry and the Manti Dishes were delicious! Presentation and flavors by this ma and pa restaurant are first class!

    I really wanted to enjoy this place, but unfortunately my experience didn't end well. I dined here…read moreearlier today and ordered the chicken shish kebab plate, which came with salad, rice, hummus, tzatziki, hot sauce, and bread. The meal itself tasted fine at the time, and everything seemed normal while I was eating. However, about an hour or two after leaving, I started experiencing diarrhea. I did not eat anything else today, so the timing makes me very concerned that something I had here didn't sit right. What upset me even more was how this was handled when I called the restaurant to let them know. Instead of showing concern, the woman I spoke with told me that she ate the food herself and was "fine," which came across as dismissive and unwilling to even consider my experience. I understand that not every issue is clear-cut, but a response like that lacks basic customer care. At the very least, I would have expected some empathy or a willingness to look into it. Food safety and customer service both matter, and unfortunately this experience has made me hesitant to return.

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    Broadway Kebab and Gyros - ISKENDER KEBAB
Lamb and beef gyro meat, butter, oregano served with special homemade marinated sauces, pita bread and yogurt

    ISKENDER KEBAB Lamb and beef gyro meat, butter, oregano served with special homemade marinated sauces, pita bread and yogurt

    Broadway Kebab and Gyros - LAMB BURGER
 Grilled add blue cheese, roasted onion, arugula spicy chipotle

    LAMB BURGER Grilled add blue cheese, roasted onion, arugula spicy chipotle

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    Mykonos Meze - Outdoor dining

    Mykonos Meze

    4.5(998 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    16 years in business

    Outstanding food, truly the best Mediterranean in the Bay Area. The owner and the chef are both…read moreincredible hosts, highly recommend!

    Mykonos Meze is a wonderful, family restaurant with fantastic food in Burlingame downtown. We were…read morelooking for a place for dinner, heard rowdily happy noises from what looks like a parking lot, and found a Greek restaurant with large family groups inside and tables outside under an extension with floral decor. The place is quite pretty. We opted for a small table outside , which is much quieter. Our waiter was a bit stiff around the collar. I suspect he is an old timer, and clearly, we are not regulars. Regardless, the food is great, and the prices are reasonable. The Food: Zucchini Cake, $15 - 4.5 Stars Menu: crispy zucchini cakes with cucumber & mint-yogurt dressing These cakes are ball shaped, deep fried, and made a healthy veggie taste naughty type of good. Very yummy. Lol Tzatziki, $9 - 5 Stars Refreshing and delicious, the tzatziki is an excellent complement to the meal. Octopus, $19 - 5 Stars I really need to stop eating octopus, but when I am in a Greek or Spanish restaurant, I am weak. Grilled octopus legs are soooo good. Their version is grilled just right, not too much char, plus they smartly removed the hardened tips (common) before serving. See photo. Lamb Shank, $34 - 5 Stars Menu: aromatic braised lamb shank with orzo & myzithra cheese The lamb meat is tender and falls off the bone. It is cooked just right. Mykonos Souvlaki, $31 - 5 Stars Menu: herbs marinated tenderloin, shallot & rosemary skewers I enjoy a tasty protein and produce meal, and this dish is perfection with tender pieces of tenderloin over a pile of veggies. It is everything I want.

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