Where should one go if they want the most tender of lambs with food the slaps the living out of…read moreyou? There are many answers but the answer for today is Marib. Marib is a Yemeni restaurant located in a strip of restaurants and grocery stores originating from different parts of the world. Marib knows how to do their lambs. Ordered the hummus with lamb and it came with a crisp yet fluffy bread. Then ordered a Lamb Haneeth and let me tell you NOT ONLY the lamb is tender but the rice is so flavorful! I come here quite regularly and will keep on doing that. Umar approved. 4.5/5

A friend managed to pull off a very special surprise birthday treat for us--an off-menu dish that…read morerequires at least 10 people and what feels like a trillion hours of slow cooking. This was my first experience at a Yemeni restaurant, and it turned out to be an incredibly pleasant and flavorful introduction. We were served half a lamb, head included, laid beautifully on a large platter of rice. But first, the restaurant itself. It was refreshing to see a place that uses real cutlery, proper plates, and actual tablecloths. I much prefer tables and chairs over booths, which often give off a fast-food chain vibe. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, though there was some drilling and repair work going on--likely related to safety or exit signage--so that's understandable. Now to the food. The rice was fluffy and deeply infused with flavor from the lamb, clearly absorbing the richness of the long, slow cooking process. The broth had rippled into the rice, creating an incredible depth of taste. If you've had biryani, this was somewhat similar, but with its own distinct character. The lamb itself was exceptionally tender--falling off the bone and melting in the mouth. For anyone who usually avoids lamb due to its strong aroma, this dish is a must-try; there was no overpowering "lamb smell" at all. The meal was accompanied by a fresh salad and two side sauces--one tomato-based and another green sauce that was extremely spicy, so proceed with caution. The mint lemonade deserves a special mention: easily the best I've had. Not overly sweet, clearly made from fresh ingredients, and perfectly balanced. We ended the meal with tea and a warm dessert that was buttery, comforting, and topped with cream--an excellent finale. This was a completely new culinary experience for me, and I left the restaurant feeling like my palate had leveled up. Highly recommended--definitely a place worth checking out

We did an online pick up at Saba on a Monday night and our food was prepared very quickly. We got…read morethe lamb haneeth and chicken mandi, both of which were really tasty. But particularly the lamb haneeth was incredible! It came with four pieces of lamb, all of which were super tender! Even the rice had a nice lamb flavor. Speaking of rice, they do not skimp on it! Each dish is easily shareable with someone else. Our meal even came with a salad and the tomato sauce (this sauce is a must!). I will definitely be returning!

Decent Ramadan buffet spot. Has good food though the variety is a bit lacking. Especially with the…read moredesserts. The service is nice. Owners are kind.

My brother and I stopped I here for lunch and ended up loving it! We both got the lamb fahsa, which…read morecomes with lentil soup and an enormous slab of bread. They do not skimp on the lamb at all! The stew was wonderful - very rich and mostly meat, and the bread was delicious and perfect for eating the fahsa. The complimentary chai was also delicious. Couldn't believe it was only $15 for such a huge meal. We rolled out of there very happily, and I know I'll be back for more of their menu (especially if it's lamb)! Fast service, good food, and very reasonable prices. It's small, though, so if they're busy you might need to take your order to go.

Not frills with the service or the ambiance and it's hot as all outdoors in there. I sat in and ate…read moreanyway. I tried the Lamb Haneeth which is pieces of lamb slow cooked for 5 hours, served over rice with a few root vegetables. I LOVED IT! I took one bit and couldn't stop. I had enough for leftovers the following day. It was served with a lamb soup that was served piping hot but not much flavor. On my visit, they didn't have salad, which normally comes with it. No biggie. I'll be back! The complementary hot tea was out of this world good, perfect amount of sweetness and spice.

My sister had recommended this spot to me because she knew I enjoyed Persian kebab, and when I had…read morea chance to be near today I stopped in. First, I didn't realize it was a sit down and order restaurant, I was used to short order. I was quickly seared and within a couple minutes one server had brought me water as well as fresh tandoori bread and a delicious spicy green sauce to go with it. A second server appeared quickly to take my order. I explained I was used to short order, and all I wanted was their version of chicken and steak (not ground beef.) The waiter explained how he'd do the combo on the menu and off he went. Having looked at the menu, I feared this might be an expensive option, and it was. But a few minutes later I was presented with a platter of delicious looking steak, chicken, rice, onions, tomato, and event a char-roasted jalapeño. It was enough food for my wife and I have had for dinner between us, so the price was well justified. Every thing was delicious. At the end of the meal, I asked if I could order another tandoori bread, and get a small to-go container of the green spicy spread to bring home for wife to try. They brought me both a generous helping of bread and the sauce, and charged me for neither. This service, combined with a delicious meal that, while expensive, will end up being three meals, means this is definitely a spot I plan to go back to as well as recommend.

Patrick our server was AWESOME!! Fast, professional, friendly, efficient & gave us excellent…read moreservice on a busy Saturday night. First time eating there for us and the food chicken kebab combo with salad & side of rice was the BEST‼‼ They need a bigger location. Food is amazing. You won't be disappointed.

My favorite restaurant once again excels! I always try to visit when I'm in DC ! Had shrimp and…read morebranzino this time, fantastic!

This place is in a great corner location, the food was delicious, and the staff were friendly…read moreoverall. We had a reservation to make sure we got a table, and the restaurant was completely full when we arrived. The only downside was that after being seated outside, we felt a little forgotten for the first 30 minutes or so. No one came by with water or to check in, and it seemed like the staff may not have realized a new table had been seated until we flagged down the outside host. There were also swarm of flies hovering around the outdoor tables, which another table pointed out and then we started noticing too. Aside from that, the experience was good overall. The inside dining area definitely had a dressier vibe compared to the patio seating, and once we were helped, the food made up for the slow start.

The food at Mama Ayesha's was delicious, and packed full of flavor! The service was also…read moregreat--very attentive and kind. The restaurant itself is a bit dated, both the patio and dining room. It looks like the decor hasn't been refreshed in a few decades. Mouzat, 5/5, delicious, tender lamb with seasoned rice Maklouba, 5/5, tender chicken that fell off the bone with delicious rice and vegetables Pomtini, 2/5, somehow tasted like Hi-C or some kind of chemical citrus

The food here is very authentic but not reasonably priced. The service is lacking. It is as though…read morethey are doing you a favor to wait on you.

Stopped by for a bite…read more I can't believe the owner name is slipping my mind but amazzzzzzzing guy, blessed me with a free meal 1st time I met him, brought back a friend for dinner and he blessed us with drinks and bakhlava; I wind up eating here for a two weeks Service, and Staff are top tier, the ambience was chill and welcoming can come by yourself or bring a large group as well In remember being in UAE and thinking about the food out their, so I found it amazing he bring Saudi food to the east coast; parking is close by as well He even left me make salat in the restaurant when prayer came in, reminded me of the hospitality I received in the Middle East Highhllyyyyyy recommend

I'd been wanting to try Jerusalem Restaurant for years and I'm glad I finally got the chance. We…read morewere nearby on a Friday, and they have a lunch buffet on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Jerusalem is so pretty and is beautifully decorated. The staff are friendly and service was excellent. I think they were concerned we did not eat enough. Their buffet is huge! The food was delicious. My favorite was the lamb mandi and rice. The lentil soup was delicious. Their pita is so good. There are plenty of vegetarian options. I loved dessert and the tea with it. Jerusalem offers great fresh juices as well. I'm looking forward to returning when I'm hungrier and I cannot wait.

Overall: 10/10 I haven't sat down to eat here but everything…read moreI've gotten to-go has been amazing - especially their shwarma's and fries. Recently found out they are Palestinian owned and have a buffet option which is a great time to explore their menu. Charm: 10/10 It's beautifully decorated. As soon as you walk in it feels like you're in a different country. The authenticity permeates through everything. There's even a mini-museum near the front entrance. Food: 10/10 I've only had the shwarma's and fries but considering how consistently amazing they've been and overall charm, I have much faith in the rest of the menu. Service: 10/10 Everyone I've encountered has always been super friendly with reasonable wait times for food.

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.

Pleasantly surprised! I always walked passed Zaatar and never stopped in but we needed a later…read moredinner the other day and with Zaatar being one of the only spots open (why does everything close so early in Baltimore!?) we stopped into Zaatar. I had the mixed shish grill and truly enjoyed it! I am not typically a steak or lamb person but both the steak and lamb shish kabobs were great! Service was on point and friendly and the ambiance was perfectly casual.

I came here with my sister's for Iftar during Ramadan. The restaurant is decorated beautifully…read more The place is huge and good for groups. They have only buffet during Ramadan. I got there after 6pm. It was packed. It was my first there and had no idea what I was getting into. The menus doesnt explain much nor were prices mentioned. Its like $39.99 They also tacked on a service fee. Which is deceiving since its not mentioned upfront in the menu. You find out when you get your bill. The service was 5 stars. The young man very attentive and friendly. Ushered our dirty tables and brought us our drinks. I had minty lemonade which I recommend if your gonna eat a lot. Here's my gripe. Its very important to label food. None of the food trays or stations were labeled. I have several food allergies and I had no idea what was what. I had to ask what was this or that. One tray had rice and I saw something that had deep fried crispy something. I thought it was chicken... it was fish :( The hummus was good though. The baklava meh. The pita bread was good. Some rice tray had kabob type of meat but it was lukewarm. For the price I paid, its not worth it. Please label your trays. Im give this place another try with my husband after Ramadan. , I saw on the dessert menu they have Knafeh.. a delicious middle eastern dessert that I love. Can't wait to try that.

We came for the Sunday lunch buffet. They had a great variety of dishes and everything was…read moredelicious. Nothing was labeled but the young man hosting was happy to tell us what every dish was. We liked the decor and the music, outdoor dining area looks nice too.