Happy to have tried something new but wasn't my thing. Expensive and I thought the food was…read moreunderwhelming. Marani sampler - 2/5 - 3 different phkali spreads (spinach, eggplant, and green bean). Bland. I like the spinach one the best. It would be nice if it came with bread or chips, but we got bread on the side and that was $5 extra. Lamb kebab - 2/5 - Tough texture. Expected it to be juicier? Khinkali - 3/5 - Thick shell. I always take note of broth inside of a soup dumpling. Wasn't super flavorful but decent.

I've been going to Marani for years and had a lovely meal there last night. The evening started out…read morea little differently than expected, as our main course arrived before the appetizer, but the way the team handled it made all the difference. They were warm, attentive, and remade the dishes so my husband and I could enjoy everything in the proper order during a rare night out without the kids. I also received a very generous follow-up afterward, which made me feel that my loyalty and experience were genuinely appreciated. The kebabs are delicious, the food feels truly traditional, and the service will absolutely keep me coming back.

Burger Spot is one of those places I can always count on. Local and always busy, but friendly…read moreservice. The interior is small, but seating moves fast. I usually get the little cheeseburger, which is my go-to on an easy day when I just want something familiar and satisfying. This time I switched it up and tried the loaded fries, and they really hit the spot. They were perfect for what I was craving. It felt like eating nachos but with burger flavors and no bun, which I loved. The vegan cheese honestly fooled us. It was creamy and tasty and did not feel like a substitute at all. The only thing I would add is some pickle toppings and maybe a little chopped onion to give it extra bite. Pricing, it can be a bit more than what some expect, but considering the options, it's doable for that perfect late night craving. Overall, it was really good and I would definitely come back for the loaded fries with some customizations.

Worst chicken sandwich and burger I ever had in my whole life , please save yourself do not go…read morethere uncooked burger

Husband and I walked in here on a Sunday morning and was met with the owner (I think) who…read morerecommended we got the Pilaf! Rice was sooo good complemented with peppers and beef. We also ordered a Shakshouka to go which is a rich dish of eggs poached in a sauce of tomatoes, olive oil, peppers, onion, and garlic, commonly spiced with cumin, paprika and cayenne pepper. Definitely a must try!! Very aromatic and really good. Great atmosphere - it's quiet so you can hear yourself talk. Menu is limited right now (think they don't actually have a menu but mentioned you can order 10 items). They do offer SAMSA which we'll have to try next time!

It's under new management! The restaurant is fully renovated and looks absolutely beautiful…read more I tried the soup lagman and Samsa (puff pastry filled with delicious meat and onions) Everything was so delicious and the prices are so reasonable. It's GLATT kosher. Super clean !! Must try !

This review is a bit overdue, as I planned to write it a while ago but forgot. Opps, but here…read moregoes... Did I stumble here by chance? Absolutely not. I was brought here by my friend (and her family) as she recommended the place, and she came pretty often. I would say that my friend sometimes has interesting taste, but so far her recommendations have been really solid. Since my friend brought me here, I just took whatever she recommended, as she took command of all ordering. This was great for me, since I opened the menu and was like... wow, I don't even know what is good. So I just sat back and *attempted* to listen to what was going on. We ended up getting hot tea with lemon, beef skirt kebab, lamb kebab, samsa, cheburek with meat, and a few other things I'm not quite sure about. She just ordered, and honestly, I just ate everything she threw at me. The samsas were delicious! They were super flaky, and the meat was well seasoned and super juicy. The samsa were also quite hefty, they fill you up if you eat too many. It reminded me of the homemade ones my friend used to give me. Next up, the cheburek with meat. This was a first for me, and my friend said it was a must get. She was completely right... we ended up getting a 2nd order of this. It was super light, compared to everything else we ordered, as it is only filled with a bit of meat. The dough is fried to perfection, it was a bit crispy, soft, and didn't feel oily. It came with what I assume is a tomato sauce, which pairs well with it. We also got a few of the beef and lamb kebabs, and they were also delicious. The beef tasted better than the lamb, but my friend says that is just depends on the day. So I guess it depends on who is cooking that day? But the beef was super juicy, and it was well seasoned. The lamb was also good, but it just wasn't as yummy as the beef skirt. Overall, I really like everything here and I look forward to my next trip back to NY.

The best kebab I've ever had. The beef was soooo juicy! But-…read morelive music on a Sunday night was VERY LOUD. I've never had music that loud played at a restaurant, especially in a "family-styled" restaurant. Food also does take a while because of grilling. I will be back, but not on a weekend.

Highly recommend this place! Delicious food, good service…read moreand plenty of seating places! A lot of food has Russian, Uzbek and Bukharian flavor. I'm definitely coming back here for more yummy meals

Not sure if there's been a change in ownership but the menu was updated and the service was much…read morefriendlier. We had the Israeli salad, bread, babaganush, and four skewers (not fatty lamb ribs, salmon, lalya, and chicken wings). We enjoyed everything except the lalya- never had it before. The music wasn't crazy loud so it was nice to sit and eat and chat.

probably the best restaurant in Long island, the food is very unique , always very fresh and more…read morethan tasty! the food is amazing. the place is very clean and the service is AAA+ . i would highly recommend even if you need to come from far.

Cute little restaurant in Great Neck. We had an aberrant experience- the restaurant was totally…read moreoverwhelmed for Mother's Day. The kitchen was really backed up, they served us at different times and then mixed up part of our order. It took them a while, but they did the right thing by giving us some spreads and comping us for the screwed up entree. Having said that, the staff were lovely and the food was amazing. The dips were great. The entrees were awesome. I had possibly the best shawarma ever. The shakshuka and falafel were excellent. If not for the miscues, this is a five star restaurant. Would happily give them another chance.

So so so good! My wife and I enjoyed the wonderful people…read morealmost as much as the food, which was absolutely amazing and delicious . Such good flavor and the owner really cares about every detail.

Chef Rafaeli helped me plan a beautiful engagement party he carefully helped me curate a menu that…read morehad so many different options for all dietary accommodations and everything was so fresh delicious and the service from the waiters was top-tier. Not only that, but he was with me every step of the way when planning the party he gave me suggestions and advice for music, decorations, desserts table, and so much more. I would highly recommend doing Events at Rafaelis Palace if you want a smooth process and for all of your guests to enjoy the delicious food.

Looks like they are back to how they use to be prior to Covid when unstopped coming…read more Good even great flavors / meat portions are definitely small and that why the prices per stick are so much cheaper . But Bach was really good / salads same / chebureki were really good flavored meat as well but small portions again. Service wasn't bad but it was a very slow night

Had a fun time at Sezam. It's a beautiful establishment but with more of an old-school feel, with…read morebigger tables, facing the front entertainment stage. We came for dinner and appreciated the BEAUTIFUL belly dancer. She was magical, pretty and energetic! Everyone cheered her on and was mesmerized! The food was pretty good - needed to ask some questions on the menu. We ordered a big salad, the big Cheburak (VERY BIG!) and then some of the Lamb kebabs and Chicken lulya. Lots of rice and extra veggies as well; lots of leftovers, too! Desert was a HUGE portion of a Mille-feuille (or Napoleon!) cake with a little birthday song and candle! Some old nice gentlemen at a table next to us bought this roses as well, which was a very sweet gesture. The service was okay; at times a bit hard to communicate properly over the music and getting a better understanding of the menu, but overall, manageable...

"On March 8th, we went for a walk, and at Chosen Garden restaurant, I ordered a dessert. After…read moredinner, I started feeling very nauseous; I got food poisoning. I found out that they do not make the cake themselves; they buy it, and it's unclear when it was purchased. Although it looked normal, it was not fresh inside. I do not recommend this restaurant anymore."

Best Chinese restaurant period. Best pupu platter. Have eaten there many times, and never been…read moredisappointed.

My Second favorite (Kosher) pizza joint in N.Y. is Mezze's…read more Their regular slice is solid. And Just the other week, I consumed a mock pepperoni slice. Though never tasting pepperoni before, I enjoyed the slice. A partner of mine had a spicy Sicilian slice. The first time she ordered it she loved it. But they seem to have changed it since, and she said it was never like the first time. Then we found out that different people make it in different ways at this establishment. The next time we ate at mezze's together they said they could put a spicy sauce on top of the slice. It was not the same. She ordered it for a third time when we went out to eat next and she said it was not the same. Mezze's whatever you did the first time with that slice let me suggest you go back to that cuz it worked. Thanks for the tasty food!

Had a volunteer thank you linner here as well as surprise baby shower in tandem here…read more It was in their private room in the basement. Was directed to basement but very hard to tell there was a private room until I asked. It was spacious in basement and nice space. I ordered the queens boulevard roll which was good. Others ordered various items from menu and seemed to decent portions vs the sushi in which I ordered. Wish I tried the eggplant parmigiana instead. I guess it's unique that you can order sushi & pizza at same time. I heard that the whole block including Mezze will be closing due to the whole block being demolished and converted into another new high rise.