To update my most recent review of this place after getting me the Kafta Kabab plate…read more... Amazingly good quality food and friendly service!! On a super chilly Friday night, after I had been done with my second hustle business not too far from this restaurant, before I headed for another business I would need to take care of, I stopped here as I was famished. I simply couldn't think of any other place where I could get food that always promises quality where I wouldn't have to wait too long to get it. I was truly fearful that my uncontrollable appetite would swallow me had I gone to a different restaurant where I might end up waiting too long (LOL!!) My choice was right. And to be greeted by the same kind gentleman (who had always assisted me in the past) warmed up the core of my heart and soul. He did say to me that I should have called in to place my order ahead because he said that the kitchen was quite busy and that I might wait at least or as long as 20 minutes. I told him I was willing to wait although my stomach continued to yell at me from inside!! Well, I got lucky; it didn't take long. See...my assumption was right; this place never disappoints. This time, instead of the usual I get (the vegetarian plate), I tried something different. It's the Kafta Kabob plate. This is another great dish to consider ordering at this place as long as meat is part of your diet. The meat was unapologetically tender and well-seasoned. It was hard to fathom as to how they perfected this technique to cook it to its perfection. The accompanying salad and hummus were gracefully served in the same container. Did I say that Golden's hummus is one of the best? I think I did at least once. It is because of its impeccable creaminess. Awww...I can eat this thing almost everyday if I must. This is a tiny, more of a family-run restaurant type place. Inside is quite basic and yet it's never messy or dirty. This is a place you can comfortably sit and dine without worrying about its cleanliness; sanitation is not an issue. But most of all, you go here for the quality of food. This place easily beats a fine restaurant in an upscale neighborhood for sure.

The front of store: unassuming The menu: straightforward…read more The owner/server: a kind older man The food: spectacular. Our favorites: gyro sandwich. Vegetarian plate. Hummus. Fatoush salad. Falafel plate. Baklava. The vegetables are surprisingly fresh and the preparation is delicious. Don't miss this. We are now regulars.

This is a great hidden gem in a Lakewood strip mall! We ordered a couple of the platters for the…read moretable to share. They were served with a cucumber tomato salad with a deliciously light dressing. This salad, the tabbouleh and falafel were highlights for me. The falafel was fried fresh so it was light and fluffy inside but crispy outside. The shawarma and gyro meat were tasty too. My only complaint was that I wish there was more cauliflower on the vegetable plate. The decor is fun with vibrant couch cushions for the booths. We noticed most people came to pickup takeout orders, but service was good for our dine-in experience. I look forward to returning to try the shawarma pita and hopefully learn more about the business!

To sum up what this review will say in one word: Wow! This place was absolutely amazing! We started…read moredoing to-go orders back during the pandemic and actually kind of forgot about this place. We decided to come here again last night and the biggest comment we had was, why did we stop dining here! The ambiance of the restaurant was incredibly comfortable and the decorations and Arabic music playing just added to the experience. Our server, who I believe was the owner as well, did a great job attending to us and he was very nice with helping us decide on our order. We ordeed the jibneh, which was like an Arabic cheesey bread, and the lamb kabob and chicken shwarma. The jibneh was nice and we are happy we tried it. It was the perfect, light appetizer. The stars of the show were no doubt the entrees though. The flavor of the lamb kabob was mouth watering, and the chicken shwarma was equally tasty and left my stomach incredibly happy. Each dish was served with pita, hummus, saffron rice, and one of the tastiest tahani sauces I've ever had! We were also served complimentary Mediterranean salads as well! Everything about our experience was amazing, and we will be coming back here very soon! If you're looking for shwarma on par with what you'd find in NYC, look no further!

Babas falafel is where it's at! As a food truck lover, I get super stoked when I come across one…read moreI've never heard of. So when I saw Baba's at the South Denver Beer Fest I knew I just had to try it. They had a limited menu going on but it works, I got the falafel cone and they asked if I wanted it regular or spicy and I went with spicy. It was up in a few minutes and while they were making it, I chatted with the guy and girl running the truck. We talked all things food and social media and they even have me some suggestions on where to find legit middle eastern food in the area (excluding their truck of course) , superfriendly folks. And the falafel cone? Omg, it was an instant mouthgasm in the form of a cone! The falafels had perfect consistency and flavor and the tahini was smooth and rich. They made it spicy and it had just enough spice to accent the flavors but not overtake it. I was a sad panda when I finished it. If you see them around, definitely check it out and get some balls in your mouth!!

Only tried them once and already love it. First, it's all vegan! And even if you aren't, it doesn't…read morematter; it's just damn good food. Their falafel is excellent--very flavorful and delicious. And they have come up with some very inventive ways to use it. For example, they have created a falafeldilla and nachos,both using hummus & falafel. I got the "nachos," and the spicy sauce they use is soooo good. Plus, the people are nice & friendly, which is always important. I will definitely be paying them another visit in the near future. I can see me becoming a regular customer. If you'd like to know where to find them, check out their website for their schedule.

Great falafel wrap! An excellent vegan option no doubt. Tasty falafels, delicious tahini, hummus,…read moreand a heap of greens to top it off. The pita tasted nice as well, but it did not hold in the contents well. They probably should've sliced and stuffed it rather than just wrapping it up taco style. It was very messy and I ended up scooping up about half the filling off of my plate with a fork. Still very good though and reasonably priced. The vibe in the restaurant is pretty cool but nothing too special. It kind of felt more like an island theme to me rather than middle eastern, but it was very subtle. I enjoyed this meal very much and would highly recommend it!

It so delicious food, and the customer service was so great. Thanks a lot…read more I already ate falafel and beaf Shawarma it is so great

Wonderful food especially if you order in person. They make changes and additions SO easy…read more Been coming for 15 years and NEVER been happier with their food, service and willingness to make alternives available. YAY them !!!

So Y'all fucked up my doordash order ( I ordered the shawarma sandwich not the plate) ...but you…read moremade up for it by a $15 credit. Which I thank you for. Food here is good and for me it is convenient due to it's proximity to me. Falafel is good as is there hummus and Baba ganoush, Def on the short takeout list

Well that was amazingly delicious! My wife and I loved the food here. We're both big fans of middle…read moreeastern/mediterranean food and this was some of the best in Denver hands down. The flavor on everything is elevated and fresh!! We had hummus w/pita, falafel, and fries to start. Amazing falafel! Perfectly crispy outside and pillowy inside. For entrees, I had the lamb gyro which was one of the best I've had. The lamb is perfection and they wrap it in a roti instead of pita which was absolutely the move! The house-made pickled veggies served with it were amazing as well and really balanced the nice waiting of the lamb gyro. My wife got the Caesar salad with chicken Shawarma. That was Incredible as well! Try a side of the Harrissa in the zhug sauces to add a little fresh heat! The restaurant has great ambience with some Moroccan type vibes and a great patio. There is a 20% service charge automatically added to every check which is what it is. But for this level of flavor, it's worth it plus tip!

This place started as a 5 star experience and slowly worked its way down to 3…read more The hummus, fresh pita, shishito peppers, cocktails, and front of house service were all excellent. The bartenders and waitstaff were attentive, friendly, and professional. If I were rating only those things, this would be an easy 5 stars. Then the yellow rice arrived cold and crusty. We sent it back. It came back slightly improved but still not properly hot. After a few bites, we found a piece of plastic in it. The half chicken was a mixed bag. The crispy skin was delicious and well seasoned, but the chicken itself was served only lukewarm. Some pieces were moist and enjoyable, while others, especially toward the end, were noticeably dry. It wasn't bad, but had I known it would be served that way, I probably would have ordered something else. The kitchen issues alone would have dropped this to 4 stars. What pushed it down to 3 stars was the billing. A 20% service charge had already been added, yet the payment process still encouraged an additional tip. If you're not paying close attention, it's very easy to leave 40% on an already expensive meal. Whether intentional or not, it feels confusing and misleading. Even if it's disclosed somewhere on the menu, that doesn't make it customer friendly. Customers should not have to do math or hunt through fine print like a budget airlines to figure out what their meal actually costs. Build your labor costs into the menu price and be transparent. Surprise fees create frustration and leave customers feeling misled, regardless of how many disclaimers are printed. To their credit, they removed a couple of drinks from the bill, and I want to be clear that the staff handled the situation professionally. The problem was not the servers. The problem was a kitchen that missed the mark and a shady billing practice that leaves customers with a bad taste in their mouth at the end of the meal. Great hummus. Great pita. Great cocktails. Great service. Cold rice. Plastic in the food. A chicken dish that didn't quite live up to the hype. Confusing service fees. That's how a restaurant that could have been 5 stars ends up with 3.

I had high hopes for a light, fresh meal and that's not what I got. It was light in that there was…read morezero flavor. And it didn't taste fresh... it definitely felt like everything had been sitting their all day drying out. It was also very pricey for what you are getting! Service, however, was very nice and the shop was kept clean.

One of our favorite places to eat! You get fresh food with good portions with fast service. Staff…read moreis always friends and the restaurant is very clean. Caution: 2 lines of red sauce is hotttt! So unless you like spicy, my husband recommends one line red sauce and lots of white sauce!

Great food. The people were nice and the service was really good, Definitely coming back.read more

Chicken shawarma- great! Appetizer plate- great! Hummus and baba ghanoush- great! Falafel-…read moreOUTSTANDING! Pits- the fresh made ones are great! Beef shawarma plate- good: great seasonings and flavor but was over cooked and chewy. This is the only blemish on an otherwise great meal.