My friends and I were looking for a nice lounge with amazing food. We circled through the options and decided to try out Elbasha. Boy, were we in for a treat! From the moment we stepped in, service was impeccable! Moe was a wonderful host. The evening went off without a hitch. We decided on trying out both the hookah and their dinner menu and neither disappointed! The fattoush salad is among the best of had! The chicken kabobs and hummus were delicious! One of the girls in our group is a hookah connoisseur and it's hard to impress her, but Moe definitely managed that as well. It was smooth and well attended to. Overall, a wonderful evening. We can confidently say this will be our new "spot". Can't wait to go again! read more

I tried the Mixed Grill plate to get a taste of most meats here and did not regret it. They were tender, juicy, and flavorful, as well as the rice was very moist. As you walk into this restaurant, to the left is a large Hookah bar, to help you relax. I didn't try this one, but was very tempted. read more

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Unwelcoming unfortunately. No one was in the restaurant even after ringing the bell. We walked into the other side and someone assisted us. The guy didn't even give us a menu and asked what hookah flavor we wanted. I had to look up the drink options on yelp. Another thing I found unfair was that we didn't even get a nice hookah like the other customers. Lastly hookah coals were never changed. Also very hot... Will not be back. read more

El Basha - a hookah on a table - Hookah Bars Near Me - Fresno, California

My first time ordering from this restaurant, and I am giving it 4 stars because overall I did enjoy the meal. I had a chicken kabob with rice, hummus, and salad on the side. At first glance, the meal seemed a bit paltry, but I must've been very hungry at that moment since the meal did fill me. The chicken itself tasted good, albeit a tad on the dry side. The hummus and garlic sauce made up for it. Very tasty! The rice was...it's rice. Nothing special there. Presentation could have been better as my salad was drenched in dressing, but it tasted good, and that's what matters right? Now, I did order a lamb chop plate for my significant other, and I was a bit disappointed that two of the four chops were pitiful - can't tell you how embarrassing that is when you are wanting to do something nice for someone so dear to you! It was not the ample serving that I saw pictured on their Facebook page. Despite, I do believe he enjoyed the meal and will possibly post a review and photo of his own experience. Would I eat here again? Sure. The food was good overall. read more

First time trying Mediterranean food and most definitely going back for more. My wife and I were kinda skeptical about our taste buds refusing something that we weren't familiar with or used to but overall it was an amazing experience. Great service and beautiful decor but the star of the show was the mixed grill plate and lamb chops ! Definitely would recommend anyone that hasn't tried anything out of their comfort zone. read more

El Basha - Hookah Bars Near Me - Fresno, California

Very unprofessional people and rude employees. Called to order on the phone and the guy answered in Arabic. Told me the food would be ready in 15 minutes. Arrived there and nobody at the counter. They were all in the room next door smoking and joking with each other. Looks like nobody there cares about the customers or wants to work. They will probably go out of business soon. read more

Ordered from them via Uber Eats. Here was my review of them left on the app: Smallest shawarma wraps I've ever seen. Not worth the amount of money paid per plate. Plus the salad had no dressing whatsoever and looked like it was haphazardly thrown in on the side. Very disappointed. Arabs are known to be generous with food. What happened?!! read more

Rude! My co-workers and I walked in and when the gentleman finally came to the counter, he made us feel out of place! He said, after a slight pause, "I actually have a lunch crowd coming in right now", (1:10pm)"I can serve you after 3." Really? I can't even give a proper review of the food, couldn't even smell anything cooking! Sad! read more

Love this place to Smokey smoke and eat. The last time I went I was accompanied by a friend and we enjoyed every minute there. They don't give large potions of food but it's good enough to get full without wasting. Don't be afraid to try this place out, one bad review don't mean much. read more

Great quality food. Very nice and friendly staff. Somewhere chill and relax. Do not expected to be seated, just go ahead and pick a fancy couch or sofa and they will come with a smile to serve you. read more

El Basha - Hookah Bars Near Me - Fresno, California

One of the best Mediterranean spots in town! Never have been disappointed great food great prices

If you're closing then come out and tell us don't just let us stand at the counter for 5min. Rude.

Brand new decor, owner, menu, and Chief. I love this new looks and management. The Hookahs are magnificent and more avaliable flavors . Come and try the Hookahs, Service, and the great food avaliable now . I'm ordering 30 chicken and french fries. I had a sample now and it's great . I highly recommend the new Elbasha. read more

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This was the worst meal I've received on Uber eats and from a mediterranean restaurant period I had a messily half handful of fries maybe a full handful between both the meals no sauce in my order like at all!!!! it was so dry!!!on top of them not throwing in any sauces on the side we asked for! The presentation was shit! it's goes to show the employees could give a crap less it really speaks for it self man also their lamb and beef mix is just meatloaf I can't believe I payed the money I did! 20$......20$ to much for that quality! read more

El Basha - Hookah Bars Near Me - Fresno, California

I hadn't been to Elbasha In years and it's totally different from the last time I went in. It's under new ownership and the two brothers are very welcoming. They were so humble and nice and not to mention they kept checking on our hookah and making sure that the coals did not burn out. Their food was amazing! And not to mention the namoura was delicious read more

El Basha - Hookah Bars Near Me - Fresno, California

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I remember coming here years ago when it was under different management and the food being amazing! Ordered food today via Uber Eats and disappointed is an understatement. I ordered a beef kebob plate. The rice, veggies, and salad had no flavor whatsoever. Beef was over cooked and had an odd flavor. Tasted like low budget hospital cafeteria food. Never again. read more

Went to order lunch staff was totally rude when they came to take our order he said he had a lunch crowd coming in and couldn't help us didn't smell any food cooking and they also did not have a mask on read more

Went to try and order a meal with 2 of my co- workers and we were turned down due to them having a larger "crowd" at 3pm ... it was 1:20ish .... Felt awkward that they wouldn't take our orders and basically asked to leave ... so weird restaurant open and no one was cooking. Hopefully someone else has a better experience there ... read more

We came here for the first time for dinner. The food was absolutely amazing, our favorite was the lamb! The environment was welcoming and warm. The service was impeccable, we even met the chef and the owner who were both wonderful! We'll definitely be coming back! Our new favorite Mediterranean spot in Fresno! read more

El Basha - Hookah Bars Near Me - Fresno, California

Today my friends took me to Elbasha restaurant. I ordered a chicken and lambs kabobs. It was so so delicious, juicy and tender. Also I ordered babaganush and falefals. They were so delicious and tasty. Definitely, I'm coming back again. read more

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Best hookah in town!!! Great service!!!! Someone is always walking around asking if you are in need of coals or anything else Love it here! read more

El Basha - White chocolate mint hookah - Hookah Bars Near Me - Fresno, California

Ordered the beef kebab plate and although the beef is good....the rice pilaf tastes only like regular rice... there is no flavor at all. The sides of salad and hummus are very small.. only has like 5 pieces of beef in it and did I mention the rice pilaf has no flavor? Not to mention there like no veggies with the beef kebab, only like 4 pieces total lol.. I'd be ok if the rice pilaf had some taste, I'd be happier with rice a roni at least lol read more

Ordered from here the chicken kebab a few times and it never disappoints. They give a good amount of food which I love

Never in the history of mankind, has such an incredible chicken plate been assembled as those created here on a daily basis. I am convinced that the recipe was handed down to the chefs from Heaven itself. This restaurant is a shining jewel on the crown of mankind. It's a great vibe. The chicken kebab plate can be described as nothing less than stellar. The hookah is great, and the crew is personable and incredibly helpful. I love this place. Always ask for Hamza. If I could give him a star rating, I would give him the entire night sky. read more

I just ate here today for the first time. There was something different about the people who worked there and the food served - authenticity - i believe that's what it was. Authentically delicious food and genuinely kind of friendly people. I'll be back! read more

The hookah was very good , but the service is really bad and the server Zoie kept playing in her phone not paying attention for the customers, u have to keep calling her many times until she answers u read more

El Basha - Hookah Bars Near Me - Fresno, California

This place is under new ownership. My boyfriend ordered falafel and I swear it came with salsa. No tahini sauce in sight. And I believe the hummus had either vinegar in it or had gone bad. It's almost like someone is just playing around in the kitchen! read more

I just started going here for food since the beginning of summer. Food is good! No doubt. Customer service is always shitty!! EVERYTIME. The first time I went there I tried to order by calling in, NO ANSWER. I was at state so I wanted the food to be ready by the time I was out of class. About 30 mins in I gave up and drove there to order. No one was in the place. I waited in the front for 5 minutes. Then I went to the back and hookah place, they were smoking hookah! One guy came to help me. I waited 25 mins for food. He also hit on me. Asked me for my number. I declined. And left. Don't go here. read more

Service is horrible, you have to go get your own charcoal and drinks and literally beg a waiter to come by to order anything. Good luck!

Went there on a Sunday morning, was craving mediterranean food and this one was the closest one near Mors furniture. After reviewing the photos on yelp and reading the reviews, my wife and I took the plunge. I was a little skeptical, but the food was greeeeat!!! Fatoosh salad was awesome!!! And garlic sauce, yuuuuummy!!! All in all my wife and I had a great experience i would definitely come back, especially because they stay open late. read more

El Basha - Great food!!! - Hookah Bars Near Me - Fresno, California

This place has definitely changed (interior) since the last time I went. Although they had a nice renovation, the food did not meet my standards. The kabobs were no longer on the menu and the beef "strips" I had were ok. I miss the original items they had with the other menu. Probably won't be coming back. read more

I've been coming here for almost a year , use to be one of my favorite Mediterranean spots , I've even recommended to a few coworkers and family. However the last time I order over the phone and let them know I would be dinning in instead of take out. It was the worst experience ever. The lady gave me my food in a Togo box, they change the salad so now it's not the same salad they use to serve , they have changed the rice which was they best part, and now the chicken doesn't have the same flavor. I wish they would just change the whole plate back to how they made it before. read more

Don't order this place on DoorDash or Uber eats. I ordered my food well before they closed, and because they were too lazy to make it, they lied to the dasher and said I cancelled my order, and then they closed the kitchen instead of just making my order. He went all the way to get the food and they lied and said I cancelled it when it was very much active on my phone. There are several other reviews on here that make it clear that this place doesn't care at all about their customers. I wish people like this didn't own businesses. read more

I did an Uber order. I ordered the beef shawarma. Didn't look as advertised. There was no lettuce inside it. I asked for and paid for extra sauce and did not receive it. Also it was in a tortilla instead of a pocket bread. read more

My boyfriend called to make a order at 9:30pm since they stay open until 1:00 am. We were super hungry and wanted Mediterranean. He called to make the order 15 min before we arrived and he couldn't understand the woman and felt rushed to order. The lady took the order and we immediately went there to make sure it was right. Long story short we got home and I should have looked but Jesus they do not care about the amount you pay. The portions are super duper small ....... never ever again. Worst place to order food. No wonder they are crickets when you walk in.... sorry but no. I couldn't even imagine smoking hookah and being hungry without spending so much on low quality food. You be warned! read more

Eh, it's okay just ordered here for the first time through Ubereats because I wanted to support small businesses during covid-19. I ordered the spicy chicken, with hummus and pita. The chicken came with rice and veggies. The veggies (sautéed) were good. The chicken was a bit dry, and I thought the rice would be rice pilaf but it's not, because it is in all the other mediterranean restaurants I've been too, but it was just plain long grain rice. The spicy sauce was good. So was the hummus. read more

Best Mediterranean restaurant in the state great service fresh meats and appetizers great for big gatherings and catering

. Been eating here for the past 3 weeks and have never been unsatisfied. Ordering from Grubhub was a negative experience here, but other than that, great food!! read more

I went to basha last night and I tired the food , and OMG it's amazing . Just look at the presentation . The taste is even 1000x better . High recommend the food especially after the new management also I would recommend the hookah . Especially the orange mint read more

El Basha - Lamb - Hookah Bars Near Me - Fresno, California

The pictures of the inside and menu are not up to date on yelp. Don't let it fool you! I went here for the first time, on a Sunday night, and enjoyed myself. The hookah was pretty good and inexpensive. Our server was very welcoming and friendly. He recommended us something we would like it was peach with a mint flavor which made for something sweet with a nice amount of minty. Now for food, the lamb chop was nicely cooked. The salad on the plate was my favorite, very fresh. As for drinks there was a mixed herb tea, I believe, which was very soothing and mixed well with the hookah flavor. read more