First time here and had to drive about 12 miles to come here! We wish they had one closer to us in…read moreWellington. The falafel bowl was terrific and the meatball bowl as well. Glad we took the drive to come here.

Discovered this gem while searching Yelp for healthy lunch options nearby -- and what a find! I…read morestopped in today and already know I'll be back soon! The space was clean with plenty of seating, and the staff was warm and welcoming from the moment I walked in. They gave me time to browse the menu without any rush, and were ready to take my order the moment I decided. I went with the Falafel and Eggplant Pita Wrap, ordered exactly as it comes -- five crispy handmade falafels, roasted eggplant, hummus, tomato and cucumber salad, purple cabbage slaw, white onions, tomatoes, pickles, and lemon tahini sauce. What I loved about the presentation was how they sliced the pita and stuffed the toppings inside the pocket, then placed the eggplant and falafel on the outside before wrapping everything up tightly. It made for a much easier, cleaner eat -- no toppings tumbling out with every bite! My first bite was amazing. The fresh flavors really shined, the falafels were perfectly crispy, and the eggplant had that deep, savory roasted flavor. Every topping complemented the others beautifully, and I walked away completely satisfied. I am so happy I found this fast and healthy option close by! I also grabbed a baklava and a mango sparkling probiotic drink -- both delicious. Beyond the food, they have soft drinks, tea, and lemonade, plus a sauce bar with vinegar and oil if you want to customize your meal even further. Overall, an excellent experience from start to finish. I can't wait to come back and try their other menu options!

Went to La Vie and had a great experience. We went to this place randomly after wanting to try some…read moreauthentic Mediterranean food. The first thing we noticed, which was a bit unexpected, was the decor. The ambiance was really nice and inviting. This is the type of restaurant where someone could host a party. The service was really good too. We received water almost immediately after being seated, and our server came by shortly after. The manager stopped by throughout our visit to provide recommendations, and he was really nice. It made the experience feel more personal. For our appetizer, we ordered the Baba Ghannouj, which complemented the pita bread really well. It was our first time having it, and we did not know what to expect, but it was great. It was really flavorful, and we finished it wanting more. For our entrees, we had the Lamb Chops and the Seafood Tagine. The lamb chops were great. It was not a huge portion, but the meat was flavorful and cooked well. The presentation was also really nice. The Seafood Tagine looked great, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. Everything about the dish worked well together, and we felt that all the flavors complemented one another. There was a good harmony between the ingredients. For dessert, we ordered the Kunafa, which was another first for us. We had never had it before, but the description really sold us on it. It was really good. This is the kind of dessert that is best shared since it is a little heavy. Toward the end of our visit, a belly dancer came out to perform, and it was really exciting. La Vie is a great restaurant, and we will definitely return. We felt as though we got a true Mediterranean experience during our visit.

I went here on a double date and had a great time. Our waiter recommended a great Arab wine we'd…read morenever heard of before, chateau reserve gold, so that was nice to try. We started with batata harra and cheese bulak. Both were great! The potatoes in the batata harra were very well seasoned and flavorful. The cheese bulak was good but might be a little off putting if your not use to mintiness in your cheese. A belly dancer came out and went around to all the tables and really engaged with everyone. For our entrees we got chicken tagine and lamb chops. I must say the lamb chops were phenomenal. Perfectly seasoned and grilled to perfection. I definitely recommend getting them medium. All in all if you're looking for something different definitely go check it out!

I've ordered so many different things and I can't pick my favorites because they're ALL SO GOOD!…read moreAll of the bourekas are ridiculously delicious. My favorites are the mushroom, spinach/feta, and my new love is the pizza. My family devoured everything and they're so picky about anything with the word "pizza". This place just wowed my pizza snob family. Highly recommend!

I ordered some Challah for Shabbot and it was delicious!!!! The service was timely and they are so…read morefriendly and helpful.

We were two couples here reuniting for a wonderful lunch. We sat outside on the terrace because it…read morewas warmer than inside, but it was beautiful inside. Angelo was our waiter and he offered drinks and appetizers to start. Paul and Eli each had a bowl of soup. It was thick and creamy but needed to be heated a bit more. I had the marrakesh lamb 24 rainbow cherry tomatoes, piquillo peppers, cucumber ribbons, kalamata olives, candied almonds, preserved apricots, mint, tahini drizzle over hummus. Wow! Delish! Paul and Eli had the chargrilled skirt steak 24 rainbow cherry tomatoes, piquillo peppers, cucumber over hummus. Debra had the pear salad 14 mesclun, arugula, candied walnuts, dates, shallot balsamic vinaigrette, aged gorgonzola ribbons, kalamata olives, and cilantro gremolata with grilled tahini chicken We ended with cappuccino and a luscious couple of chocolate tartufos. Angelo was our wonderful waiter, who even took our picture at the end. It was a lovely lunch and the perfect time of the day when there were no crowds and it's easy.

Had a lovely lunch at medi terra. Service was quick and helpful. The restaurant itself is very…read morepretty and comfortable yet classy. My friend and I ordered the octopus appetizer, pear salad and lamb hummus plate to share. It was perfect for two people for lunch. I enjoyed each dish. Octopus was tender and serve on a hummus spread. Pear salad was bright and not too sweet. Lamb plate was served with hummus and fresh vegis. I can't wait to return!

Went for Miami Spice and was blown away by the gorgeous ambiance in here! The attention to detail…read moreis impeccable, it def makes you feel transported to Morocco. There is also a belly dancer who is INCREDIBLE. I felt that the service could have been better which is why I am giving four stars. The hostess was cold and our server disappeared towards the end of our meal and left us sitting waiting for the check for 45 minutes. There was a manager walking around who was super attentive and would quickly rush over if he noticed we were looking around for a server. - crispy sweet harissa cauliflower: DELICIOUS, such a yummy sauce - roasted mediterranean eggplant: also absolutely delicious, I expected it to be a babaghanoush but it wasn't a dip - fish tagine: super healthy portion, fish was so tender, tons of olives, really really enjoyed it. the only feedback was that this wasn't served with bread like it traditionally is in Morocco, but I asked for some and they brought it at no extra cost - baklava: yum! I also had one of their Miami Spice margs which was a classic marg and very strong. One thing to note is that they do have hookah inside here although it doesn't smell at all. Would love to return to Zuri!

We had an amazing experience at ZURI last night. I was planning a surprise date night for my…read morehusband and I, and was looking for a few specific things, like: 1. Strong plant-based options on the menu (we left feeling super full) 2. Strong non-alcoholic drink options (he's doing dry January as he prepares for an 100k ultra marathon) 3. Fun entertainment and sexy atmosphere as we weren't planning to go out after in Wynwood since he wasn't drinking, (the belly dancers, hookah and Moroccan tea were perfect way to cap off the night) ZURI checked off all of those boxes. As all of the other reviews mention, the restaurant has a super beautiful, design-forward interior that reminded us of our time in Marrakech. Every plate we had was excellent, and the service across the board was wonderful. As for entertainment, the dancers and hookah really was the perfect way for us to cap it off. I could see it being a cool restaurant to go to start off the night, but also be sexy and intimate for people like us looking for something beyond the typical "restaurant and drinks" experience. Highly recommend.

In summary: Best Happy Hour EVER!…read more Not only does La Cigale offer an extensive menu of happy hour entrees for $25, the restaurant also has a full range of 2-for-1 drinks. Happy hour runs daily in the bar from 5:00 to 6:30, except on Sundays when they are closed. Best bet is to get there early because the bar seats are limited and most of the diners seemed to be eating, drinking and enjoying themselves for the entire happy hour period. In addition to the traditional seats along the bar, the bar area has one long table for "communal" seating. We were initially reluctant to sit in the middle of this table, but it was perfect as we were able to learn about and see the great food selections from the "regular" happy hour visitors. (They were thoroughly enjoying the ahi tuna entree.) First things first though. The large margarita menu was tempting but we opted for wine from the even larger wine list. La Cigale allows customers to split the 2-for-1 offer rather than require one person to have two drinks. Nice! All cocktails are included in the offer, and one person in our group enjoyed a Ketel One vodka. La Cigale describes itself as a Mediterranean restaurant with selections from France, Morocco, Greece, and Italy. Their wide-ranging happy hour menu includes several pastas, seafood, chicken and meat entrees. Although this is an upscale restaurant, the happy hour options allow first-time visitors to try the various preparations on a smaller scale at a reasonable price. At the recommendation of our communal table neighbors, we split a crock of French onion soup. It was a $6 add-on to the happy hour menu. It was thick, full of onions, covered in delicious cheese, and epitomized how French onion soup should look and taste. In summary: the Best French Onion Soup EVER! One person in our group had the chicken marsala with mashed potatoes. Another had a large Caesar salad with chicken. And two of us had the chicken parmesan with a side of linguini pasta. The chicken was amazingly moist and tender. And the sauce was delicious. At the risk of being redundant: the Best Chicken Parmesan EVER! Unfortunately we were too full to enjoy anything from La Cigale's large list of tempting desserts. Maybe next time. The service was excellent. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. The noise level at the crowded communal table was a bit loud, but it did not detract from our overall excellent experience. We now understand why the other happy hour diners are "regulars" and repeatedly enjoy visiting La Cigale. We'll be back too.

Dog sitting and eating from the table. The owners were feeding it bread and butter from the table…read more Told manager said he could do nothing. I believe if you bring a dog into a restaurant it should be on the floor. The food is very good but will not go back.

First things first: the Belly Dancing Show was great. While not luxurious, the decor was in theme…read moreand the seating comfortable. The food was inconsistent - - some of the beef dishes were fairly authentic and quite tasty. The lamb chops were overcooked - but still tasty. Unfortunately, some of the more "exotic dishes" fell down: My Lamb Tagine was really disappointing. The lamb itself was tender but the flavors were lacking - there was no depth in the sauce and, other than two cooked plums, there were no vegetables. There were not anywhere enough servers for the restaurant - it was a Saturday night and there was a nice crowd. Too bad; La Vie has potential but it did not deliver.

This place is a true hidden gem. The ambiance is intimate with comfortable, well-spaced seating…read morethat makes it perfect for a relaxed night out. I ordered the mixed grill, which came with a steak kabob, chicken kabob, and ground beef kabob every bite was incredibly delicious, well-seasoned, and packed with flavor. The rice was excellent too, easily holding its own alongside the mains. The service was top tier. Our waiter possibly the owner or a manager was extremely professional, attentive, and helpful, offering great suggestions that clearly showed pride in the food and the restaurant. Overall, an outstanding experience. I'll definitely be back and only wish they had more locations.

Looking for a great lunch or Mediterranean dining? This is the place!…read moreYou can order food in the market and eat in the hookah bar or now dine inside the market. We decided to eat inside the market and as we sat at our table, we had a lovely conversation with a gentleman next to us and got his favorite recommendations. We decided to follow his lead and ordered a Combination plate and a pot of Chai. Or combination plate was large enough to share. On a bed of fluffy basmati rice was a skewer of beef, chicken and lamb. Salad and dressing also on the plate. D E L I C I O U S ! Also I have to say, (after living in Turkey when first introduced to chai), this was the BEST Chai I've ever enjoyed! The tea had fresh mint, dried mint and sage, all giving layers of fragrance and enjoyable flavor! They also had Kunafa ... an all time favorite dessert! Service and helpful proprietor all made this a wonderful lunch stop!

It was cool out for Florida and I immediately thought of Moroccan chai/hot tea. We'd been to the…read moremarket here many years back, but had never eaten at the restaurant. A perfect day to try it. We first went into the hookah bar on one side of the market , but it was a bit too smokey for me. So we went into the market through which on the left there is a room with tables and chairs for the restaurant to dine in. We had a lovely conversation with a gentleman who was just finishing his lunch. He told us he comes here everyday. After describing his favorite meal choice, that's what we decided to order. We ordered first a medium pot of chai/tea. The owner, Assad (sp?), told us later when we asked that they add mint, dried mint, and sage to the pot. The tea was so aromatic and warming. We each had several glass cups -- with added sugar. To share, we had their mixed grill. There were 3 skewers -- one chicken, one beef, and one kofta kebab (ground meat). The meats were served over rice with a bit of salad on the side. Small containers of salad dressing and tehina were on the plate, too. I added some sumac (my favorite lemony spice) to everything. The food was very good and we left not a crumb. We were surprised to learn that the gentleman we'd previously chatted with paid for our dessert before he left! We got kunefah (kenefe/knaffe) -- my husband's favorite. It was nice and cheesy in the middle. And then as we were leaving, the owner gifted us a traditional special Ramadan "sweet" pastry. We were too full to try it there, so we brought it home for later. He said it has walnuts inside. We look forward to returning here for more middle eastern delights. It's casual, low key, cooked to order, and welcoming.