The Athenian Grill is small but flavor packed. We were greeted at the counter as soon as we walked…read morein by a super helpful young man. He was courteous, knowledgeable and welcoming! While we were waiting there was a steady stream of customers picking up their online orders. The staff was fast and efficient. There are no tables downstairs, but there are a few tables in a dining area upstairs. Everything was clean and bright! My husband ordered the Greek beef stew (Kokinisto) the beef was so tender you could break it apart with a plastic fork and swimming in a delicious red sauce. He chose lemon garlic potatoes and pita bread as his sides both were excellent! My son had the Avgolemono soup (a traditional Greek soup with chicken broth Arborio rice, egg, lemon and chicken) which he loved and an order of freshly made pita. I had the children's portion of Chicken Santorini in a sundried tomato mushroom sauce which was outstanding. The chicken was so tender that again it could be cut with a plastic fork and the sauce was heavenly. I had the roasted vegetables as my side to balance the calories from the rich sauce. Everything was wonderful and I highly recommend as a stop when you are in Lexington!

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.

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!!!

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.

Had a day to kill in Lexington on a Saturday before my flight out and I stopped by for a quick…read morelunch. Got the lunch special with Sahara chicken ($12) with rice, bread, salad, hummus, leg of chicken. Loved the food. Chicken so flavorful, juicy and tender. Hummus was great. The line was pretty long for lunch around noon but moved quickly. Seems like locals love this spot!

What a fortunate blunder! I stopped by Nefertiti, and I'm so glad I did. The place is quite…read moreunderstated, simple, but I figured I'd give it a shot since it was past lunch. The food was made to order and arrived in under 10 minutes. I opted for the #1 platter with beef and lamb skewers. The entrée was exactly what I expected: skewers served over a bed of rice. I was absolutely thrilled with the meal. First off, the meat was incredibly tender, juicy, and flavorful. I devoured it so quickly that I truly believe how good the food is--simply amazing. The lentil soup and hummus were equally delightful. The lentil soup was definitely one of the best I've ever tasted. Well, this was my lucky day discovering such a wonderful restaurant. The staff was friendly, and the service was both fast and courteous.

One of the best gyros in town. The place isn't much, located in a run down strip mall, it's a tile…read morefloor, plain little shop. But the staff is always welcoming and friendly. They seem to be enjoying themselves even in busy lunch rushes. Pro tip, go about 4:30. No waiting. I've only had gyros here, so that's all I can speak about for flavor, but everything looks really good.

my favorite restaurant in Lexington!! the food and service are great !!…read moreWe live Mediterranean food !! Thank you !

If there's a better lunchtime Mediterranean salad in Lexington, I haven't found it! Always fresh,…read morealways delicious, and quick turn around from order to delivery. The only thing better may be their quinoa bowl--but alternating these for lunch is highly recommended! Protein and fresh veg for days! And the dressing...I could drink it! Their Southland Dr location is close for a sit down lunch as well. Check them out!

Service was outstanding. Brought to our table lentil soup and baklava free when found out it was…read moreour first time. Food was delicious.

Place bangs. Food is awesome. Baklava so fresh it hasn't even gone in the fridge yet and the top…read morecrumbles in your mouth. 10/10 would smash this again.

Food - 10/10 Portions - 10/10…read moreValue - 10/10 CUSTOMER SERVICE - 10/10 These are the sweetest people, and the food is incredible. I've been eating for 15 minutes like a half-starved pig, and it looks like I haven't even touched my plate. So much flavor in everything. The garlic sauce is next level. They also gave us an extra plate of pickles for my 4 year old because he loves them, and they've just been so friendly. It's unassuming from the outside, but the flavors speak for themselves.

Awesome Greek food! We ordered chicken shawarma plates from door dash. TONS of food, very large…read moreportion size. Chicken was juicy, rice was fluffy and flavorful. Great seasoning. Ton of fresh vegetables and herbs. Great cucumber salad for a side. Reasonable prices as well, a large plate was 14.99. The gyros and wraps are 9.99. Fries were crispy and hot too. They also have falafel plates, gyros, kababs, hummus. Definitely on my go to list from now on.

The food was delicious. We ordered a Greek salad and a pita with beef. I ordered on the app and…read moreit was ready on time for pick up.

If you're looking for flavor-packed Mediterranean food in Lexington, look no further--this place is…read morehands down one of the BEST! Every single bite tastes like love and sunshine wrapped up in warm pita bread. My personal go-to (and total obsession) is the chicken shawarma pita. It's tender, perfectly seasoned, and I always order it with extra pickles and a big side of that dreamy, creamy garlic sauce. (Pro tip: dip everything in the garlic sauce... you'll thank me later!) What I love most is that it's not just a meal--it's an experience. The flavors hit you with that perfect balance of tangy, garlicky, herby goodness that makes you want to do a happy dance right there at the table. The portions are generous, the food is always fresh, and it's one of those spots where you leave already planning your next visit. Lexington friends, trust me--this is a must-try!

You get your money's worth!!! I love this place! The food is excellent, service is great, and it's…read morea welcoming atmosphere!

I told them to give me whatever they recommend with a side of hummus and it did not disappoint. The…read moreportions are HUGE. Enough for at least 2 or 3 meals! The hummus was the best I've ever had it was delicious! The service was great! They gave plenty of seating inside. I will be back for sure!

Fresh and delicious. Thrilled to have them in our town. Kind family owners. Fell in love with the…read morebabaghanoush - something I never thought I would say.

The weather was beautiful today so we decided to take a drive out to Nicholasville. I love…read moremediterranean/middle eastern food so I was happy to see Mr. Shawarma while driving through downtown Nicholasville. Mr. Shawarma is located on Main Street of Nicholasville, nestled across the street from the Nicholasville Christian church and the fire station. When we entered the restaurant, we were greeted with kind smiles and warm service. The service was great! The staff were very friendly explaining the options. I ordered the beef shawarma with rice, hummus and pickled vegetables, for my son chicken Tenders (2 piece) and fries and for my Mom, lamb kabob with rice and pickled vegetables. The food was delicious, hot and brought out very quickly. Try this restaurant if you would like flavorful food and awesome service.