What a hidden gem!…read more From the outside it looks like a run of the mill strip mall market but then you walk into a beautiful little cafe style restaurant with a bar, decked out with stylish leather chairs and fashionable tables. The food was absolutely to die for with a good mixture of Palestine and Greek choices. The tea service was adorable, and we had more fun trying new things and talking to our amazing server than we ever anticipated. If you want to take someone out that if a big foodie this place would seriously impress!

Store...well supplied. Restaurant...meh…read more Cucumber Salad was overwhelmingly loaded with parsley. Could hardly taste the (NOT FRESH) tomatoes and cucumber.

If you're looking for authentic, flavorful Arabic food off of Blanding Blvd, Dunya Fresh Halal Food…read moreis IT. I tried the lamb wrap and it was absolutely delicious -- perfectly seasoned, juicy, and wrapped just right. I also got the chicken plate and WOW... so good, generous portions, and packed with flavor. You can really taste the care that goes into their food. What makes this spot even better is the family behind it. The owners are Turkish and truly some of the sweetest people -- warm, welcoming, and clearly proud of what they serve. You can feel that it's truly a family-owned and operated business that cares about quality and community. If you haven't been yet, do yourself a favor and stop by. Highly recommend supporting this gem!

Super good and fresh Turkish food i really enjoyed their chicken shawarma will definitely be backread more

Went again tonight and got all new things outside of the Philly, and once again he did not miss…read more Can't recommend this place enough

Amazing hole in the wall spot. Portions are very generous and the food is delicious. Probably one…read moreof my favorite variations of a cheesesteak and the gyro was great as well! Have not had an item I didn't like. The gentlemen who runs the place is incredibly nice and a pleasure to be served by.

The best Baklava I had in Jax! I love that they were homemade and very sweet, nutty, with a hint of…read morecinnamon. I also loved the kind lady upfront! I appreciate her recommendations and opinions on what's best on menu.

Food: it was good. I had the lamb, chicken, and ground beef kabobs. Aka chenjeh, jujeh, and…read morekoobideh. I'm definitely coming back. The cashier said they are the only Persian kabob place in town, and that style of kabob is my favorite. The rice was cooked nicely. The grilled tomato was a little too scorched on the outside, but I still enjoyed it. The platter came with a slice of lime, and a dab of butter which complimented the protein nicely. I wish my meal came with a grilled onion, and some pita bread like I'm normally used to seeing at other restaurants. I'm very happy that Jax has at least one good kabob place. If you love rice, or barbecue then I would recommend you check this place out. Credit cards: yes Customer service: the cashier greeted me kindly when I walked through the front door with a smile. I thought he did a good job. He was a young fellow with wavy hair. Parking: easy to find free parking in front of the restaurant when I went there on a Sunday afternoon. Cleanliness: it was clean. I didn't see the bathroom. Food violations: they do have some food violations that you can see on yelp. Hopefully they have that sorted out. The business owners need to stay on top of that.

Girls night out and had a wonderful dinner at Mesa! This…read moreplace is truly all the rave and the flavors and plates speak for themselves! I also want to shout out that this a woman owned business and the chef herself came out to introduce herself and talk to us about the food, concept and all. So sweet! What to order? Well you're just going to need to be willing to try something! We ordered all the things and it was fun to try the various concept. They change their menu regularly so don't get stuck to old photos but go with an open mind! For my main I had the shrimp and grits take which was comforting and delicious on the cold evening we were having. Overall our time a great and I'm thankful we have wonderful spot such as mesa in our neighborhood!

Mesa's spin on South Indian cuisine is definitely worth checking out if you live in the area…read more We ordered the uttapam, lamb burger, and lamb chops. The uttapam, a pancake with onion and herbs, was my favorite dish - absolutely delicious. The lamb was really well cooked and not too heavy on the spices. The bite of my wife's burger was excellent: juicy, flavorful, and really great bread. The fries with the burger were a little too heavily seasoned for me, but someone who really loves Indian spices might not feel the same way. Drinks were excellent. Service was very attentive and friendly. Ambience is pleasant, although a little drab. Cost is pricey, but reasonable for what you are getting.

I forced my daughter to pop into Avenues this afternoon so I could use the restroom. Afterwards, my…read moredaughter begged me to buy her chick-fil-a. I wasn't having it myself but was tempted to try the chicken and lamb samples at Baba's. Holy smokes this place slaps. I got half chicken, half lamb platter over rice with salad. They covered it in both white and red sauce and my lord it was perfect. I do not review mall food typically but if you are at the Avenues do yourself a favor and stop at Baba's!

A friend told me about this place in the Avenue's Mall food court. I was a little suspicious but he…read moresaid they've been going there about every two weeks. I gave it a try and now it's a reason to adventure out to the traditional mall. Pros: * Quality food - reminds me of what you can get at the Halal carts in NYC * Large portions Give this place a try. If others in your groups aren't interested there are so many choices nearby.

I had a great experience at Tabouleh Cafe in Jacksonville, Florida. The restaurant was clean,…read morewelcoming, and the staff was very friendly. I ordered the chicken kebab and shish kebab with rice, and everything was delicious. The meat was tender, well seasoned, and full of flavor. The rice was perfectly cooked, and the grilled onions on top added an amazing taste to the dish. Fresh, authentic, and satisfying I'll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!

A small local place. We have been saying for years we wanted to try it. We finally tried it and was…read morenot disappointed. When we were there it appeared that they mostly get to go orders, but they do have a seating area. You can call ahead or order at the register for to go orders. I did not find an online ordering option. We ordered several items including salad, hummus, kabobs, and meat pies. All of it was tasty but I enjoyed the meat pies the most.

First time coming here; Evelyn greeted me and my friend at the front. Was super gracious, picked…read moreout a lovely table for us and as the weather picked up both her and Tatiana were kind enough to move us inside. Beer is cold and came out fast, was intrigued by the hookah but feared the commitment. 10/10 experience staff and beverages were great.

Frequent Flyer at This Terrific Spot! The appetizers, entrées, adult beverages, and desserts are…read moreall delectable! We love coming on the bellydancing nights! They are spectacular! Charbel, thank you for making our night perfect: you are so attentive, friendly, and wonderful! Btw, the cafe is located in a very nice spot for elegant shopping & specialty-cocktail barhopping.

Super vegetarian friendly with their Falafel and hummus rap and plate options. Also I visited…read moreunexpectedly late on a Sunday night and the owner was insanely accommodating to whip something up fresh based off my tastes and dietary preferences. They've been around for longer than I can think of from me living here in Jacksonville but I encouraged anyone who enjoys Mediterranean food and especially show if you enjoy vegetarian options, which can be limited here in Jacksonville

Enjoyed wonderful meals here and thank goodness it's close by. Such healthy choices of food and…read morethey are willing to accommodate to your dietary or restricted needs as well. For the longest time, I love the Combination Platter, which is what I normally get within either salad, rice or tabbouleh. Now, I've mixed it up with some wings, standalone salad and lettuce-wrapped burger. 1) Sweet & Tangy 10 wings (lightly coated) - crispy, tasty, sweet and tangy deliciousness 2) Fattoush Salad - fresh mix of greens, onions, tomatoes, cucumber with crispy pita and I think balsamic vinaigrette dressing. I love Fattoush salads in general. 3) Lettuce-Wrapped Cheeseburger (no bun) - onions, pickles, tomatoes, of course lettuce, and cheese. "Low-Carb" Burger for those in the diet/lifestyle. The patty was thin, but it was big and filling. Service was wonderful, fast and accommodating. Very affordable pricing of food. The cafe is normally quiet, but I do prefer it that way. I'm sure it gets busy during the lunch and dinner times though. Look forward in trying out their breakfast soon!

Great place to grab your kebab and baklava…read more I grabbed an Iskender kebab to go and it was delicious!

Located in the Apna Bazar mall off of beach boulevard, this gem is a must try spot. There were so…read moremany halal dishes and deserts to choose from. There is a dine in option with an open seating area which is family friendly . The staff was very informative and friendly . The shawarma dish was made to order with generous portions and a tasty salad to cleanse the palate.