Small and very clean, almost hole in the wall kind of place in an old shopping center in a…read moreresidential neighborhood. Arabic music playing. Service is very friendly, and as quick as possible, considering that stuff seems to be made to order. I ordered a chicken kebab platter which comes over a bed of basmati rice, possibly with saffron. Whatever the rice tasted great and it wasn't dry like at a lot of places. The chicken was marinated in a tangy yogurt-spice mix, grilled and topped with a tahini sauce. Delicious! As sides I got mujadara and roasted vegetables which were also tasty. I'll be back for takeout for sure in the future.

"Bodega-like Mediterranean Grill & Grocery in Parkwood area of Durham"…read more This place is WAY off the beaten path for most, but I'm so happy to have gotten to try it out. Nestled in a little strip between a Muslim school and a mosque is this grill and grocery. We came on a Wednesday evening, and almost every table was already taken by diners. You order your food at a counter, and it has the Middle Eastern foods you'd expect-- kofta, shawarma, gyros, falafel, baba ghanouj, hummus, baklava, etc. I opted for the lamb gyro sandwich with a side of baba ghanouj, and my dining partner had the falafel sandwich. They call your number when it's ready. Food took maybe 10 minutes to receive, so we browsed the market area. It's not a huge selection, but very traditional-- nice seeing so many labels in Arabic, and along with standards (e.g., canned fava beans for Ful Medames), they also had things like frozen chopped mulukhiyah leaves-- that's definitely a rarer sight. Lots of good spices too. The food was EXCELLENT. The lamb was juicy and perfect (unlike what another Yelp review said), the tzatziki sauce was delicious, and the baba ghanouj was perfectly cooked and textured. I had a small bite of the falafel, and it was indeed one of the best I've had in the US. Price was fair, too-- the sandwiches are all under $10 before tax and tip, and making it a combo with side and drink cost just something like $2.50. And service was friendly-- although they called out numbers, they did walk out with the food to try to find and bring you your dishes. And while it was an older space, it was overall still generally clean. Overall, I'd VERY happily come back.

It's an international store but they need to evaluate their prices on general products.read more

Anyone been around to remember the days you had to cart yourself out to Raleigh to buy Arab /…read moreMiddle Eastern groceries? Long gone are those days thanks to this place! Excellent selection of Arab / Middle Eastern / Mediterranean / Asian goods. They have a great variety of both the standard staples, such as chick peas, bread, seasonings, yogurts, cheeses, frozen goods, and other raw or prepared ingredients, but also have more nuanced items you might not have seen in a long time had you grown up elsewhere and moved to the US. I don't have to go and order things online anymore. Additionally they have a butcher that has fresh meats that are also halal if you're Muslim. I haven't ever had their meats, and am not Muslim, but I know where to go if I need lamb or goat on special occasions. They don't really have produce beyond some shelf stable items, but that excluded, it's pretty much an oasis. Finally, the store is kept clean, well stocked, and organized. I've never been in there with items I need missing. They recently did a facelift on the front of the store and it looks awesome, very modern and inviting. The owners and their sons are super friendly, extremely kind, even offering to special order things I ask about, and are always in a helpful / cheerful mood! Would HIGHLY recommend stopping in to anyone looking for things they need, or just wanting to see what a Middle Eastern store looks like!

Amazing food and amazing, friendly service! The smoked eggplant appetizer, the lamb shank entree,…read moreand the desserts were all to die for!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

Very pretty restaurant, would definitely recommend sitting in one of those booths by the window if…read moreyou can. Bread is AMAZING, I got the yogurt kabab dish, very well spiced and flavorful. Would come again, baklava is solid as well!

A great lunch spot with plenty of healthy options. My wife and I both enjoyed a "build a bowl"…read morewith the chicken shawarma and lamb/beef shawarma. Both entrees were fresh and tasty. I highly recommend the Toum, which was extra garlicky. The Baba Ghanouj and Tabouli also hit the spot. We also shared the spinach feta Man'ousheh, which would be a suitable entree, itself. Straight out of the over, it was so hot and fresh! As a bonus, a server was walking around an gave each customer a free sample of the baklava. Oh yeah!!!

This was my first time visiting Neomonde, and it definitely won't be my last. The food was…read moreabsolutely amazing. Fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Everything tasted incredible. What truly made the experience stand out was Eugene, the general manager. He was outstanding. So welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind. You can tell he truly cares about the restaurant, the food, and the people walking through the door. An amazing first experience all around. Neomonde set the bar high.

Staff greets you with a smile and kindly takes your order. The food was excellent and the portion…read morewas generous. You can see and hear the team cooking fresh Greek favorites. I loved every bite and will be back again.

We ordered the lunch special. Philly steak and cheese with French fries and a large drink. Philly…read moresteak with Greek salad and large drink. Both were excellent! Lots of tender beef wonderful bread and more than I could finish. Excellent salad. The French fries were freshly made and nicely seasoned. Even handled the no onions on one sub well. Service could not have been better. This was 2:30 on a week day afternoon and this was a great deal. We will be returning the next time we are in the area.

Excellent chicken shawarma ! Also picked up the marinades uncooked chicken in the refrigerated…read moresection. Popped in oven for dinner . Some of the best marinaded chicken! Would have been perfect for the grill.

This restaurant has limited seating but a very large market…read more Ordering was just ok, but it's hard to get someone's attention at the register. This happened two times. I went back for a dessert and it took forever to order it . I had a lamb combo with falafel and hummus. We also had a kibbie platter with salad and taziki. Everything was good but our other places are better. There was a big container of hot tea but we had to ask, we were not told it was available. Stars off for poor customer service and smaller portions than some places.

Sassool has delicious Lebanese classics. I don't usually crave Lebanese food, but when I do,…read moreSassool always hits the spot. I usually do the Pick 4 plate, which is a great deal at $12.99! It comes with 2 pieces of pita bread. Baba Ghanouj: smokey and full of flavor Hummus: a delicious classic, probably my favorite classic hummus Mediterranean Chicken Salad: I just tried this for the first time and I loved it! It had a mild and sweet flavor. I've been coming to Sassool since I was a kid and if I lived closer, I would come more often.

I could probably live off the food from Sassool for the rest of my life. I love this restaurant- it…read moreis extremely spacious with a mini grocery store inside, so much seating, and a giant menu of food to choose from and fresh sides in the window you can pick out. I often get the same few sides- fava bean salad and mjadarah (amazing rice and onion dish), with the chicken pasta or vegetable lasagna. It hits the spot EVERY time. Not to mention the food is so fresh, tastes homemade, and is healthy. There's a meal for every dietary preference here. The meals are also cheap and you can do pick 2/3/4 meals which allow you to try so many of the delicious sides. The service is nice and easy, and lines always go quick.

I stopped by on a Sunday night and it was very quiet, only one other couple dining in. We were…read moreseated right away and the staff was friendly and welcoming. The space could use some cosmetic updates, but everything was clean and the food was clearly made fresh, which mattered more to me. What we ordered:* Super Mix Grill* Falafel appetizer* Kunefe* Baklava The mix grill was the standout. The meats were tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The flavors were a little different from the Turkish food I'm used to from friends' family cooking, but still very enjoyable. The salad that came with the meal was okay, but not my favorite. Desserts were excellent, both the kunefe and baklava were absolutely worth ordering and a great way to end the meal. My husband said the desserts were a little sweet but they are supposed to be so I ignored him but be prepared for that. Overall, we enjoyed our experience and would definitely give it another try. This feels like a good spot for a low-key, no-wait dinner when you're craving Turkish food.

Delicious lamb kebab with rice salad, pickled pepper the tzatsiki sauce for lunch with the lentil…read moresoup, and donate bread Service is accurate and speedy. Ambiance is casual quiet and relaxed

Absolutely incredible flavors from the heart of Turkey. We walked in at 3:15 pm on a Thursday…read moreafternoon for an early dinner before we went to the Chinese Lantern event, We were greeted warmly by the host and seated at a comfortable table. Our server was so gracious and brought us delicious warm bread and a dipping sauce that exceeded all others. Our order was placed and we loved the shrimp appetizer and lamb grilled entree. The flavors out of this kitchen are authentic and flavorful. We will return many times for the great service and fabulous flavors!

I recently ate at Bosphorous and overall it was a decent experience. The staff was friendly and…read morewelcoming, and the food was really good. The chicken shish kabob and lamb kabob were both flavorful and cooked well. Those were definitely the highlights of the meal. The disappointing part was that they were already out of the Doner plate by 2:30 p.m., even though we came for dinner service. It was frustrating because that's one of the main dishes people go there for. What really stopped me from giving this place a higher rating was the condition of the men's bathroom. It was pretty gross, with visible mold and a wet towel on the floor that looked like it was there because of a leaking toilet. A lot of people say the bathroom reflects how clean the restaurant is overall, and honestly that crossed my mind while eating there. The food and service were good, but the restaurant really needs to improve the cleanliness and do a better job keeping popular menu items available.

So sad I'm just now discovering this place! This is family owned business and the longest running…read morerestaurant in 9th street. The food is made to order and you can tell the staff all truly love what they do. I had the beef and lamb gyro platter with a salad and fries. Everything from the meat to pita bread to salad all so so fresh. I am also impressed by their selection of in house made desserts, some of the best I've had in a while: biscoff tiramisu and baklava cheesecake. They also serve rice bowls, cheesesteaks, and gyros. They're also located in a good part of downtown Durham. Highly recommended for lunch or dinner. They're also available on DoorDash too. Parking available on the street or across the street in the lot.

Somewhat of a Duke/Ninth Street Institution..just had a Door Dash Delivery from here and it was…read moredelicious..Always great sandwiches and the Salad is always on point...Definitely recommend..when you go in person staff is wonderful also.