Service very friendly! CAUTION! CASH ONLY! Quite a few people when I arrived, some doing pickup, 3…read moretables eating in. I can't wait to try the gyro!! Taste test....oh yes!!! I'll be back!

Went with family to this small cafe for lunch. I walked in and this had the vibe of many Middle…read moreEastern cafes/restaurants Ive been to. Everything from Arabic music on the speakers to Arabic calligraphy on the wall. The music was a little loud for my taste though I am a fan of Arabic music so this isn't necessarily a criticism. The menu was humble but offered dishes anyone would recognize, from gyros to greek salads to baklava. Everything was made fresh. I decided to keep it simple and order a lamb gyro and fries. My sandwich tasted fresh but the lamb had the familiar taste of Kornos meat which common and mass-produced cones of lamb or beef/lamb. This product is by no means bad but to me more on the bland side. The fries were crinckle style. They were made to order but had some brown burn marks on them, which means they were likely pan-fried as opposed to being deep-fried in a basket . I often pan-fry french fries or frozen potatoes myself. Overall, the meal was good for a mid-day meal. Its not anything to write home about but Ive been a loyal patron to many such establishments. So if you're in the area and want something Mediterranean for breakfast or lunch, be sure to give this place a try, its worth it.

Went to @fetaflav in Hendo. Not only was it awesome to watch them set our cheese on fire table…read moreside, the food was fantastic! This place is worth the drive from Asheville, seriously!

Fresh made food , absolutely like Mediterranean kitchen…read more Friendly service. Small but cute interior Free parking spot. Kids friendly

The restaurant was very beautiful and unique! Very calming and down to earth. The food was…read morephenomenal, definitely my favorite and first time eating Mediterranean food and it was a great experience. Korra (I believe her name was) extremely pleasant to talk to, and patient. Definitely recommend

Food is delicious and served beautifully. Service was good and tent like ambiance was unique and…read morepleasant

I haven't found an enormous amount of Middle Eastern cuisine in Asheville, but this place brought…read morethe vibe. It's small and unassuming in a strip mall in West Asheville. My takeout was ready on time. While the falafel roll still might have been better fresh, I wanted something that I could plausibly eat several hours later on a mountain without a ton of restaurants nearby, and that choice worked out well. Many falafel rolls come with add-ons that I don't like, but the pickled turnip offering here was both flavorful and colorful. I also got their fries, drizzles with tahini and parsley, which is a good way to eat fries. A case of baked goods and a small market section of canned items were also available. There was certainly space to eat inside or out for someone without my travel schedule. It's also notable that in addition to the usual falafel, they offer ample vegan options as befits the Asheville community, including a house seitan and some other vegetable and fake meat options. I was happy with what I got, but the choice is always appreciated.

While keeping in mind that this is an extremely informal and casual sort of restaurant with counter…read moreservice, I still have to say that the service is excellent. I have had falafel in various places all over the country and in Europe and this is in my top two! The Falafel is excellent, the portions are large and everything I have tried at Gypsy Queen has been delicious. I've brought several friends to the restaurant and they have all loved it. Gypsy Queen is one of my go-to places whenever I'm in Asheville. I live in Barnardsville and sometimes I go down there just to have some falafel. Try it for yourself!

We live in a food desert here in Polk County. Sadly, most of our restaurants, are either closed or…read morehave extremely poor food offerings. The the Purple Onion (Henderson County) is different. We went as a table of four and everyone enjoyed it greatly. I had a gluten free pizza, which for most places you can forget about it. Purple Onion nailed it. Everyone at our table had different options and enjoyed the food and drink. The atmosphere is wonderful even when I in the back of the patio staring at the wall! All restaurants should run like this. Bravo!

Passed this restaurant many times. When we went into town a few other places were closed that day…read moreso we decided to finally try. We sat out in the area they allow dogs. Glad to see they were dog friendly. One girl came over and gave our dog some water. The prices are a bit higher than some of the other locations near by. The special this day was the flat bread. It was the last one they had for the day. The server we had was pre occupied getting the empty tables prepped I think they were closing shortly after because they were not very attentive to us. We had to keep asking if someone could get our waiter for refills on drinks. We had a piece of tiramisu at the end to share. We went by the showcase when we came in to sit down .it was ok looked better than it was. A bit dry. Over all a bit pricey, more touristy than for the everyday lunch crowd. Food ok but service wrecked our lunch experience. Would not go out of our way to eat here.

Greatest mediterranean food i've ever had, and i've had a lot. The service is beyond amazing and…read moreare some of the most politest people in the city. I highly recommend the chicken kabobs and maybe even a baklava if you have a sweet tooth. 10/10 great experience

Food was the best part. 3 stars for that. Everything was tasty enough, but the Greek salad was…read morelacking. The service and prices were off. The lady started friendly but seemed cold when I looked at iPad to review the bill. We ordered 2 sandwiches- 1 gyro and 1 shawarma. It CLEARLY on the menu says it comes with a side of fries, Greek salad, hummus, pita etc. Nowhere does it mention an up-charge for anything. I saw it said +$2.50 for each of the sides we asked for with the sandwich. I questioned this and she gave me a face like "how dare I question?" And just said "nothing is included with Sandwich, even fries". It literally contradicts what is on the menu! She said she'll tell her manager. Anyway- that was weird. Also, on the mixed grille it came with the tiniest pieces of pita, almost offensive, given the price. The entrance feels nicer for a take out place with the fake plants on the walls, but the back is closed off and the bathroom is dirty. Overall, I'd really only go for take out. And know they're cheap and will nickel and dime you.

Stopped in based on reviews and got the chef special order of chicken over rice to go. Everything…read morewas delicious and made fresh. I just took off one star because the sauce didn't have as much flavor.

Great food and a super reasonable price. I'll be back definitely. Friendly staff, and a large…read moreselection.

I am always searching for Mediterranean food! I came across Ali Baba and added it to my list of…read moreplaces. As luck would have it we stumbled upon it when we were at the Spartanburg Spring Festival. The place was very busy and Sarah the young girl at the counter remained calm, cool and didn't get frazzled. Even when i witnessed a couple of customers make rude comments! The food was SO GOOD! I've been craving that Greek Salad since I had it! Highly recommend this cool little place in downtown Spartanburg.

Quick and tasty Gyro!! It's cute outside but a little tight inside, still a nice vibe overall…read more Would recommend the hummus tray and the baklava as well!!

Loved everything about this spot. Tucked away in a simple little strip of stores, half grocery and…read morehalf restaurant and a whole lot of family. We stopped by on our way to ATL for an early lunch and to try this famous spot known for big and fresh flavor. We got there a bit before everything was available but we still opted for the beef plate with humus, vegetables, fresh potatoes bread and a salad. The pita bread was hot out of the oven and was amazing alone or wrapped around tender well seasoned beef and hummus. The gentlemen that took our order was so kind to answer all of our questions and tell us about the family business, and recommend mint tea and spices to try. He even gave us a dessert to try, cashew fingers! Very delicious and light. When we finished and started to leave, I pulled out a few dollars for a tip. The older gentleman stopped by the table and insisted we not leave a tip and was happy we enjoyed the food. Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu and to say hello to this amazing family owned business.

Love absolutely everything about this place!…read more I got the middle eastern plate with gyro and my friend got the beef shawarma plate and we both thoroughly enjoyed both. Super flavorful and the hummus was phenomenal. We also got their homemade lemonade and it was 10/10. Service was wonderful and everyone was so kind. There is plenty of seating indoors and they also have a market inside where you can buy snacks and other things. Note that this place is cash only. I didn't see an ATM inside either.