I came to Dar Tajine in Plantation with a good friend of mine, and we truly dined like kings. This…read morewas one of those meals that stays with you, because everything came together so beautifully. The food was wonderful from start to finish, and the atmosphere made the experience even more special. There was something about the ambiance that took me right back to France, to those moments of breaking bread with my North African friends, surrounded by warmth, conversation, and the kind of hospitality that makes a place feel familiar the moment you walk in. I felt right at home. Fatima deserves special recognition. She was so kind to me and made me feel completely welcome. Her presence was gentle, warm, and sincere, and it elevated the entire experience. It honestly felt like I was being looked after at my Moroccan auntie's house. That kind of feeling cannot be faked, and it means a great deal. As for the food, it was amazing. The pastilla with chicken and almonds, dusted with sugar and cinnamon, was absolutely delicious, with that beautiful balance of savory richness and gentle sweetness that makes the dish so memorable. The msemmen was warm, comforting, and deeply satisfying. The merguez tajine was full of flavor and beautifully prepared. The Moroccan harira had that soulful, nourishing quality that makes a great soup feel like part of the heart of the meal. The zaalouk was excellent as well, rich and flavorful and a perfect addition to everything else on the table. Dar Tajine gave us more than a meal. It gave us an experience filled with warmth, flavor, generosity, and heart. The food was amazing, the hospitality was genuine, and Fatima made a lasting impression. This place deserves real praise, and I would gladly return.

Amaya love coming here. It's definitely a staple in the Plantation community. Service is always…read moresuperb and it's beautifully decorated. The food is very authentic and I love getting the Tajines but this time I did the couscous and it was so so so good. Highly recommend! It's also low on calories

Best beef gyro in town, very fresh meat, great service, food made fast, clean and cozy placeread more

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.

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 hired Olive & Saffron to cater my 50th birthday celebration, and unfortunately, the service was…read moreextremely disappointing. While the food was good, the overall experience fell far below expectations. The setup took much longer than it should have, adding unnecessary stress before my guests arrived. More importantly, the customer service was unacceptable. My mother, who owns the yacht where the event was held and was simply helping coordinate logistics, was spoken to disrespectfully and told, "I don't work for you, lady." When you're hiring a caterer for a milestone event, you expect professionalism, communication, and respect--not just good food. Unfortunately, those expectations were not met. It's disappointing because the quality of the food had potential, but poor customer service overshadowed the entire experience. I hope Olive & Saffron takes customer feedback seriously and improves the way they communicate with and treat their clients.

Fortunately, for my wife and I we have been on a winning streak with finding amazing restaurants…read more Medi Terra was next level Mediterranean food. I'll tell you right off the bat the entire staff was amazing, friendly, helpful and so nice. It's a beautiful restaurant actually a little smaller on the inside than we anticipated. From the outside you would think it's very large. It has great ambience and atmosphere. We had a couple of amazing cocktails. I had their fig old-fashioned, and my wife had their spritzer. Both were very good. As for the food, these were some of the best dishes that we've had at a Mediterranean restaurant We started with their octopus special and their hummus. The octopus was outstanding and had a great smoky flavor because of a smoked paprika The hummus was creamy smooth, and the pita bread that they serve with it has such a tremendously good flavor For dinner I had their duck and my wife had the fish special Dorado. The duck was hands-down the best duck I've had moist meat super crispy skin excellent orange dipping sauce, and the potatoes were a great side. My wife's fish was pan seared and came in a caper and lemon wine reduction that was out of this world. For dessert, we had their chocolate cake and it was flavorful light, airy, and delicious. 100% this is on the multiple return list. If you want great Mediterranean hit this place up. I do recommend making a reservation as we were told they can get busy.

Last night was our first visit…read more Highly recommend this little gem. The entire staff was so professional and friendly. We had the grilled octopus, lamb chops and the duck....all were delicious and thoughtfully prepared. Unfortunately, one of their AC units died. They handled this so well, recommending a seat on the cooler side of the restaurant and the owner so kindly brought over a little table fan for us...a considerate touch.

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.

Wonderful French restaurant The staff has been for ever and…read moreare the best. Food is really the best Around. I love this place and the bar is really fun

I had heard great things about La Vie Mediterranean from my friend, who has visited several times,…read moreso I finally decided to join a group of about 8 of us from different countries to try it for myself. I'm glad I did! The location is in the Home Depot shopping center, so it may not be the most prime location, but parking was easy and convenient, and it's close to the surrounding neighborhoods. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by a very friendly and respectful host. The restaurant was nicely done, and even though we arrived a little early before the dinner rush, the atmosphere was already great. We were seated right away, and both our server and the manager came over quickly to make sure everything was taken care of. We ordered a great variety of appetizers for the table baba ghanouj, hummus, falafel, kibbeh, labneh, and fresh bread. Everything looked beautiful, smelled amazing, and tasted even better. I ordered the lamb kabab with rice, and honestly, it was so good I didn't want to share it with anyone. The music was great, the atmosphere was comfortable, and the service was fantastic. I was especially impressed with how involved and attentive the manager and server were throughout the meal. If you love Mediterranean or Middle Eastern food, or you simply enjoy trying different kinds of food, I definitely recommend giving La Vie Mediterranean a try. In my opinion, this is easily one of my top three Middle Eastern restaurants on the East Coast. Great food, great people, great service, and a really enjoyable experience. One tip: come hungry and leave room for the meal and definitely try several different appetizers! The owner really nailed it with this place. Highly recommended!

My friends treated me to dinner at La Vie and we had such a fun night! We shared a bunch of…read moredifferent dishes, including the Kefta Kabob, Kids Chicken Kabob with Fries, pita bread, labneh, hummus, and a few others. Everything we tried was delicious and it was the perfect place to share a bunch of plates. The dancer was also amazing! She was incredibly talented and added such a fun energy to the restaurant!!! I'll definitely be coming back and would highly recommend La Vie if you're looking for a fun dinner with friends.

Tucked in a rather unassuming strip mall you I'll find this delectable spot. Came in ordered a lamb…read moreShwarma with fries. It did not disappoint! Fries were crispy and the Shwarma... omg the Shwarma. Loaded with lamb, dressed with hummus, lettuce tomato and pickled veg. Absolutely delicious!

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.

I can't believe that Al Salam Halal has been a few miles from my home for 28 years and I just tried…read morethem. This place is amazing, one of the top 10 best restaurants that I have ever eaten at. We started with the Baba Ghanouj which was out of this world, The garlic yogurt (I think) and pickled vegies made it that much more special. I had the lamb Shish Kabob and my friend had Chicken Kabab both with kabsa rice and we both loved it. The kabsa rice was so tasty and aromatic, loved the cardamon. The portions were very generous, enough that we had enough for dinner the next night. What topped the dinner was the fresh baklava, so many delicious varieties. We bought a lot to take home. The young man who waited on us was so friendly and accommodating, and had a wonderful smile. Service was impeccable and we had a few nice discussions of language and culture. Once again young man, welcome to America. We will now be regulars. What a gem!

Located in a plaza that is undergoing construction is Al Salam, one of the most authentic…read moreMediterranean restaurant in SOFLO. The restaurant is spacious and good for large parties. Inside the style is middle eastern art and decor. They have a large menu and lunch specials are available durning weekdays. Everything that I had tasted fresh and delicious. The complimentary pickled vegetables and pita was a nice touch. For food we decided on the Shishbarak, which is an interesting combination of meat dumplings, in a creamy yogurt sauce. The Shishbarak is a very hearty dish that has a cozy warm texture. The vegetarian sampler is mix of many of the traditional favorites. However, the standouts are definitely the grape-leaves, and the babbaganou Service was good but they only had one person that was working the register, waiting tables, and bussing food. They could definitely use extra wait staff during restaurant peak hours. Make sure you leave room for dessert! The desserts are delicious especially the baklava.