If ever there was a time to drive over the speed limit, this is that time (disclaimer - I do not endorse breaking laws). However you do it, get yourself to JJ Grill IMMEDIATELY. This glorious establishment serves some of the most delicious Mediterranean cuisine I've had the great pleasure to consume, not just in Louisville but in my life. We tried: -Syrian falafel wrap: homemade falafel, french fries, veggies, tarator sauce (tahini/garlic/lemon ). -Vegetarian sampler: falafel, seasoned rice, hummus, baba ganouj, salad, stuffed grape leaves, tarator sauce, pita with JJ's red sauce (YES). Everything was SO good. Beautifully blended and layered flavors, especially the hummus and baba ganouj about which I tend to be very picky. I could have eaten buckets of both. So yes, get the food, but honestly the reason I plan to return again and again is because of the owner, Mr. JJ. This guy is everything. He's kind, efficient, conscientious, a fabulous chef (obviously), intelligent, and has a great sense of humor. During our visit the AC was out, and despite being hot, tired, and likely overwhelmed he was genuinely wonderful, making sure we had everything we needed for a truly memorable and delicious dining experience. Instead of tipping, JJ's requests donations to support feeding hungry people who can't afford healthy food. Truly a gem of a person, a gem of a place. Speed (safely) on over now. Go. read more

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JJ's Grill was SO good--this was my first time there, and it definitely won't be my last. My friend and I chose it because they have multiple vegetarian options, which we really appreciated. I've had Mediterranean food in Dubai, and this is honestly the closest I've had to that here. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and just really well made. And I have to say... I don't even like hummus, but theirs was out of this world. That alone says a lot. The owner was running the place himself and still putting out amazing food with great presentation. He was also incredibly kind and welcoming--we had a short conversation, and his energy was just so genuine. Parking-wise, I only noticed one handicap spot, but there were multiple close parking spaces nearby that could still work well for anyone needing easier access. read more

JJ Grill - Three skewers mixed platter - Mediterranean Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Stopped for lunch and had the gyro sandwich with fries. Both were fantastic! Also they set out a pot of soup which is complimentary. Pricing was very reasonable. I highly recommend! read more

JJ Grill - Gyro - Mediterranean Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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the food here is always excellent. I love this place. he serves complimentary soup and is always delicious. the soup had chicken, chick peas, celery, etc., and his magical spices. I could just eat his soup by itself. I ordered the falafel platter. it comes with salad, hummus, 6 falafels, rice. we added some tortilla bread. we also got the baba ginush which is eggplant. so yummy. the owner "jj" is a super nice guy and a great chef. will always return. read more

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Driving home from Nashville to Indy and I wanted something healthy to eat. I stopped in at JJ Grill and was delighted by the charming owner and his family. Plus the food was delicious! I had the lamb platter, and the presentation and taste were on point. On learning I was driving, the owner wrapped my to go box in plastic and made sure it wouldn't spill. You don't see extra touches like that too much any more. read more

Just an official observation- five stars for the owner and son being amazing humans making delicious food and sharing it with anyone who enters their establishment. We all had lamb in different ways lol and the chicken soup - so so so good! We had stuffed grape leaves, very nice! Thank you so much! The lamb was tender and delicious... like I could of ordered more lamb. So good y'all omg! Ooooh and the the rice- oooh man. So buttery and tender too. The hummus is really great! We enjoyed our food and the company of the owner. Friendly and funny!!!!! Also he's in love with Glo. lol so cute they were! Chefs kiss hit em five times! read more

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I choose local restaurants because I want my dollars to stay in the community. I'd like to see that same principle applied to marketing and branding by supporting local artists, photographers, and designers whenever possible. I also believe the response to this criticism was more concerning than the AI artwork itself. Customers who respectfully expressed a preference for supporting local artists were met with hostility, publicly criticized, or blocked from the conversation altogether. For a business built on customer relationships, dismissing or silencing customers for expressing a differing opinion is rarely a productive approach. Even when you disagree with the criticism, engaging respectfully tends to build far more goodwill than attacking the people raising it. read more

What a pleasant surprise. Customer service is elite & the food was great. Such flavorful fresh food. The inside is well thought out & comfortable. I honestly can't say enough good things. This is a new favorite go to spot. 10/10 recommend. I wanted to tip on card but they have a box that extra cash goes towards feeding the homeless. What a blessing this place is to our community. Go check it out! Thanks again for the awesome service & great conversation. I'll be back :) read more

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I've driven past this place dozens of times, finally stopped in and now I can honestly say it's one of the best Mediterranean restaurants I have ever been to. The food was spectacular, the service was great, and the restaurant was super homey! My husband and I got a sandwich, baba ghanoush, and a kebab platter to split and try everything- so so so so good! read more

JJ Grill - Three skewer platter, shawarma sandwich, naan, hummus, and baba ghanoush! - Mediterranean Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Food here is amazing! Be sure to get the platter to include the salad and delicious hummus. The soup is also outstanding and we always get a quart to go! Owner takes pride in his Mediterranean cuisine. You'll be back as often as possible! read more

Had a great time at JJ's Grill went with my mom and a friend forgot to take pictures of my food.....and everybody else's but ‼I got the lamb. I got the order number three and my mom got order 13! and I believe my friend also got an order of lamb chops. Everybody practically had Liam. It was really good serve differently. It had just enough to to get full and to have something to bring home, the man who runs the restaurant was very friendly. The son is the one who rung us up. He was very kind and polite as you go to the sit down you have an option to get some free soup that had chicken and something else in there. It was pretty good. I took a cup of it home overall we experience I'll give a 10 out of 10. Just a little chilly in there so bring a jacket. lol ace works read more

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Delicious food and courteous staff!!! We will be back to eat there soon. Nice size restaurant, very clean. read more

Help keep this place alive! It's a MUST try. The man that runs it will feed you and treat you like family. The food is amazing!!! and the ambiance is very relaxed. Authentic mediterranean home cooking made from the heart. You can tell they are proud of their business and the food they cook. 5 stars and a standing ovation JJ. You absolutely deserve it. read more

JJ Grill - Shish Tawook Platter - Mediterranean Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Mr JJ puts his special touch in everything he does. His latest creation, the green sauce is spicy, herby, and full of flavor. I tried two new to me things, the Falafel is like no other. It is made from scratch, fresh and delicious. It comes with six pieces and creamy dipping sauce. I also had the salad with Beef Shawarma. It was an explosion of colors, textures and flavors. Mr JJ added crunchy pita pieces, lettuce, white and purple cabbage, tomatoes, red onions, and even fresh crunchy cranberries. The dressing was light and delicious letting you enjoy every bite. I sprinkled some of the new green sauce on, and it brought it to another dimension. I accompanied it with a freshly made mango slushy! Yum! Next time, I'm trying the humus with meat. It looked amazing! We brought Mr JJ's crunchy and sweet Baklava for dessert tonight. Can't wait! Please run to try this business! read more

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People need to be talking about this place more, I had the absolute best experience here. I was getting gas planning on getting takeout after a long day of work. I saw this place out of the corner of my eye, wondering why I'd never seen it before. I decided to give it a try and it was the best thing I did all day. The inside is very simple, nothing flashy, with a couple of decorations. These are the best places. I needed a minute to get a feel for the menu, and the gentleman running the place was very kind, friendly, and helpful once I made up my mind. I ordered the family meal, figuring my husband and I could eat on it for a couple of days, and it would enable us to try a nice variety of their offerings. Best decision ever. While waiting, the gentleman pointed me to some free Arab-style chicken noodle soup for dine-in patrons. The soup was soul-warming. As for the family meal, we were very impressed. Everything was absolutely delicious and very obviously made with so much love and care. Keep this place on your radar! I can't wait to come back and try as much of the menu as I can. Come check this place out!! read more

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It was a great experience and the food was delicious. The customer service was really good and gave us all the information we needed to get the perfect meal, and the ambience was pretty good. read more

We drive by JJ's all the time but decided to stop in today for dinner. 100% no regrets at all! I got the beef gyro wrap and my fiance got the lamb platter. They offer free chicken soup for people who dine-in so we grabbed a cup as well -- this is the first time I've seen a restaurant incentivize their customers to dine in, it was a nice surprise. Everything was absolutely delicious. The owner is so nice and even came by our table to check to see how the food was. We will definitely be coming here regularly, can't believe we haven't tried it until now. read more

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Excellent customer service! The food was good too! It was full of flavor! There is a lot to choose from on the menu but I had a craving for salmon so I picked #18 fried salmon. It came with rice, salad and hummus. You get plenty for the cost (about $18). It also comes with 2 sauces, tzatziki and a green sauce. I like the green sauce best. I ordered my food to go but noticed they had plenty of inside seating. They also had a wide variety of non alcoholic drink choices and desserts to choose from. read more

JJ Grill - #18 fried salmon - Mediterranean Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

This place is a small gem with a huge heart. It has a warm atmosphere, delicious food and the owner will always come out to quality-check and say hello. You can tell that he cares deeply about his business; it shows in everything. The wraps are our go-to but tv shawarma and platters are musts. Can't wait to try the Magalee wrap. We love JJ's and will continue to support them!! read more

I can not emphasise how flavourful and delightful the food and the atmosphere were. I really enjoyed every bite of my food. You could tell the food was cooked with so much passion and care. This is was my second visit and the owner remembered me which made me feel like an old acquaintance. He goes above and beyond to check on his customers and make sure they are happy and like their food. I took my mother in law for her birthday, she was trying to find the secret recipe of his rice and he wouldn't reveal that lol. We had a great time and he joked with us. Thank you JJ for complimentary soup, delicious food, and great atmosphere. We definitely will come back. read more

JJ Grill - Number 6 in the menu. - Mediterranean Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Highly recommend JJ Grill. We ordered the falafel plate and shawarma salad. With an extra side of hummus. All full of flavor and fresh. We ordered take out. And it was available quickly. 10 minutes. Vinegrette on the salad - perfect combination of spices to acid and oil. Falafel. Wow! So good. hummus I could eat on everything. Creamy Not bitter. Make sure you order extra. read more

Amazing!! The food was fresh, many options to choose from. The restaurant was very clean and well kept: really enjoyed it!

This place is a gem! Due to of the mixed reviews I've decided to order takeout and give it a try (all of the photos look too good not to). They don't take orders over the phone but you can pre-pay on the website or go into order. When we walked in to pick up, the owner was on his own running a one-man show. Still, he was extremely friendly and seemed happy to be there. He was very welcoming and even joked with us as if we were regulars. The two platters took about 30 minutes to prepare which I think is reasonable. Everything came out very fresh and hot. I had the mix three kebab platter to try everything. Came with one skewer meat kofta kabab (ground beef and lamb mix) one chicken kofta kabab (Very juicy. Definitely a favorite) & one shish Tawook. (I think this was also chicken but marinated & blended differently. The texture was a little more chewy than the chicken kofta) Both dishes came with a side salad, hummus and what the restaurant calls "one bread loaf marinated with JJ red sauce". It's a flat chewy "bread" that's smothered in a tomatoes smokey paste. I could eat a hundred pieces of this bread. It was so addicting. The red sauce added so much flavor you could just have it on its own. I am surprised the platter did not come with any side sauces like tzatziki or garlic paste. Maybe it did not pair well with the platter. I just happen to really like tzatziki sauce. Going forward, I'll definitely add it to my order. I regret not dining in to try the free soup on the counter. It was self-help along with the water. Upfront was a small refrigerator with multiple options for cake and sauces. (also regret not grabbing some to take home) Overall, I'm very happy with my experience. The food, the service, the owner, everything deserves 5 stars in my book. Will definetly be returning to try the rest of the menu. read more

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The 'exorcist' (so professional - not) has deleted and updated his response to me about 5 times now, including several TOS (terms of service) issues where he called me a liar, said I worked at another restaurant, said I never went to his restaurant, etc. None of that true. See the attached bill statement - I was there. I spent over $20 for ONE meal. I left as nice a review as I could while being honest, I even wished him luck. I could have said a lot more, but the bottom line is if you leave a less than 5 star review, which is not deserved from my experience, he'll become absolutely obsessed with you and keep writing and rewriting his rebuttal to something that just cannot change - it was not good for me. Let it go, dude. You were not good with me and neither was your food, and now you're just making yourself look even more crazy. You're bullying people to prevent reviews you don't like, and that's not cool. So if you like massively over-peppered food with lots of bitter spices, to the point your palate burns and is numb for 2 days, and to be argued with when you wish to add tzatziki (which he did do) and which is just as flavorless as his 'garlic' sauce, by all means, go here. I'm glad for those who liked it, but I'm not in that camp. There are superb well-established Mediterranean restaurants in Lou, such as Safia and Shiraz. If you've not tried them, do a comparison. I also highly recommend Annie's Cafe in Beechmont - the BEST!, Taj Palace on Goosecreek - the BEST!, El Molcajete on 4th, La Pinata on 3rd, Thai Noodles on Preston, Yummy Pollo on Bishop lane (so good, so gracious!) Guanajuato (restaurant inside grocery) on Preston and on Bardstown - and more. And I don't work at ANY of them, like DUH. I just don't recommend THIS restaurant. If you saw all the crazy iterations of responses, coupled with his chosen 'professional' name on here, it should be enough to let you know everything you need to make safe and sane choices for yourself. There are lots of good restaurants in Lou, explore them. No one needs this kind of drama. read more

JJ Grill - So, no more false statements that I never visited this awful restaurant. Thankyouverymuch. - Mediterranean Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Have seen this place driving past a few times and have been wanting to try finally came in with my boyfriend. We were greeting by who I am assuming is the owner and he was so welcoming and helpful. Right off the bat the food in the salad bar on display looked so amazing, lots of fresh veggies and fresh fruits for juice they squeeze in house! So few places have a fresh squeezed juice option and it's really superior. I ordered the lamb chops (if I remember correctly it's the number 10) all the dishes come with salad, rice, grilled veggies, pita, and hummus. I substituted the hummus for baba ghanoush because my bf was getting the hummus with his and we wanted to try them both. My boyfriend ordered the marinated lamb leg kebab (the number 3) with all the fixings. We also got a mango slushy and baklava in both pecan and pistachio varieties. While we waited for our food we sat down at taller table where we enjoyed some complimentary soup. We had ordered our food to go but after some delicious free soup we decided the vibes were immaculate and decided to sit down and enjoy our meal there. Once the food came we moved to a booth in the back and got cozy. My lamb chops were so juicy! Perfectly cooked and tender, really hit the mark. My boyfriend's lamb was also perfectly cooked just a touch of pink in the center, which is how it should be in my opinion. I'm often disappointed at other middle eastern/ Mediterranean restaurants in town because they manage to over cook their lamb, making it dry and not worth paying a premium price. Another thing I really enjoyed was the salad it wasn't the usual lettuce based Greek type salad. There was a mix of lots of healthy veggies, and a flavorful punch from vinegar and herbs. I would eat that salad every day. Even the rice was exceptionally good, more flavor than your average yellow rice, tons of herbs and a bit of sweetness (maybe from raisins? I couldn't tell). Hummus and Baba Ghanoush were no different than anything else ... amazing. Now for the criticisms: My boyfriend really liked the flatbread with red sauce, but for me this was a miss I wasn't a huge fan of the bread. We also thought the baklava was good but not our favorite in town which I really hate to say because the owner was so kind and gave us an extra one to go on the house. Overall an amazing place to eat. Fromthe incredibly attentive service and the owners ability to make us feel like we were dining in the home of an old friend, to the food that really knocked it out of the park there isn't a person I wouldn't recommend this restaurant to. read more

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I have been to JJ Grill and eaten there. You find my recent review by searching. I need the Yelp community to know if you don't leave a perfect 5 star review the owner will harass you and your friends while posting your photo on his business page and local FB group. The food is fine. I made my initial post about not safe for Celiacs and others with allergies. Please make sure you leave 5 star review for Mr JJ or he will ruin your life. Beware. read more

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I'm not even sure where to start here. First off, JJ the owner is an incredible human being with a passion for his food you likely won't see elsewhere in this city. He meticulously prepares and presents your food to you himself. The food? Holy moly y'all. Those pictures should speak for themselves. Unbelievable quality, preparation and presentation! Everything and I mean EVERYTHING was delightful! The chicken liver entree was other worldly. Please go pay JJ and his family a visit. The hype is real!!! read more

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Absolutely amazing food and service! I can't believe I've lived here my whole life and never tried this place! read more

JJ Grill - Gyro platter - Mediterranean Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Well, I'm the past, a fantastic visit. Today, called in spinach pie/spanikopta. Served in "dough", no crisp phyllo, no Ziziki. Not full of spinach, it was in there. Just not enough. Dough was a turn off. Hummus is fantastic Not sure we'll be going back. read more

I have never left a negative restaurant review in my life, but this was the worst experience I have ever had. Food was overpriced and bland, staff were rude, and service was poor. The owner called my wife and I "Indian dog family". We're not even Indian, we're Nepali! He said spending money on his food was a privilege and that we should be thanking him for allowing us to purchase it. It is the other way around and soon you will not have any customers if you keep being racist and rude. read more

JJ Grill saved my tired family on the tail end of a week long road trip. He was just closing up for the night, but could tell that I needed nourishing food(not junk) for a hungry group, welcomed me in, and offered me a warm cup of richly brothed chicken soup and a clean space to wait. The #6 Four Skewers mixed was excellent, the Lamb Leg Tikka & chicken Kofta kebab being my favorites. The rice was herbaceous and buttery, Hummus was spiced and topped with a salsa verde of some kind, a bright salad, and flat bread marinated with JJ red sauce. All of that eaten greedily on the floor of our hotel for the evening. If I lived nearby this would be a weekly purchase for me. Sad we had to drive on if only because I can't continue to explore the menu. Next road trip, for sure. read more

JJ Grill - #6 Four Skewers mixed Kofta Kebab, Chicken Kofta Kebab, Lamb leg Tikka 4 cube over rice, Hummus, Salad, Bread, Grilled Tomato and Onion. - Mediterranean Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

I just went to get two pieces of baklava for mother's Day and a little hummus while I was waiting I'm going to get some soup and burnt my hand on the soup... Didn't realize it was on scalding... Asked for a small pat of butter to hold me over for the burn until I got home. Response: "we don't have butter" This must be a new baklava recipe. Not sure down read more

We need to add this to our rotation. SUCH GREAT FOOD. Everything we had was top notch. Husband got the sampler plate with falafel and grape leaves- he normally doesn't like a stuffed grape leaf-but ate every bite. The hummus had a nice little kick and went so well with the bread with "JJ red sauce". I had the chicken shawarma plate and a baklava. So, so yum. read more

JJ Grill - Chicken shawarma and sampler plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

FIVE STARS! This is the kind of place that should stay in Louisville forever!!! It's authentic. The owner makes the food. It's quiet and conveniently located. Visit this place. read more

I am so happy to have discovered this place! I was in the area for a test at the hospital and wanted to try something new! Well Yelp did not let me down with JJ! Pictures above is the Chicken Shawarma Plate! It featured perfectly marinated, tender and super flavorful chicken sitting on top of a seasoned bed of rice, a killer Greek style salad and a house made hummus that was to die for! It also came with a flavored flat bread that was awesome! I added the hot chili sauce as well as the garlic paste that took this whole meal up just one more notch! Customer service was impeccable! It seemed the day and time I went (3 p.m), only one man was running the show. I believe he may have been the owner of the restaurant. That being said, he was awesome! He greeted me as soon as I stepped foot through the door, he asked me if I had any questions because they have a vast menu. He made me feel right at home even though it was my first time there! I sat at a table and he promptly brought move food out piping hot! To end this review. I just want to say for anyone in the area who hasn't given this place a shot, GO NOW you will not be disappointed! If you just love Mediterranean/Greek style food but have never had JJ, GO NOW! The restaurant also appeared very clean and well kept! The owner was out cleaning tables as customers left. I was very impressed by that as well. P.S. I forgot to take a photo of it, but just know that box was completely empty down to the sauces when I was finished! read more

JJ Grill - Chicken Shawarma! - Mediterranean Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

JJ Grill, is a local hidden treasure. A couple of things I find so fascinating and unique about JJ Grill. First let me say this so I don't distract from the FOOD! The food is amazing and a must have. All made from scratch and cooked to order. The deserts are great! The restaurant is super clean. JJ Grill is not a franchise. It's locally owned. What I find so fascinating about JJ Grill, is the restaurant takes all donated Tips and feeds the homeless or anyone who needs a helping hand up. So many restaurants offer donations but rarely do all the donations go directly to the individual. (Corporate expenses "Fees" and Gov Taxes take their cut first) JJ Grill gives 100% of it. My book this is a winner and our support can help keep the good deeds going. read more

JJ Grill - Lamb Shank platter Side order of Meat Kofta Kebab. - Mediterranean Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Fantastic meal!! The owner handed me a little cup of soup after I told him it might take me a while to decide since the menu is pretty vast. He told me to take my time and let him know when I was ready. I ended up getting the beef and lamb sandwich and man was it great! There are so many options that it will end up being a regular place for me and I won't have to have the same thing twice. Then again, I'm already craving that sandwich! When the owner delivered it to my table he asked me to let him know if he was a pretty decent cook after I ate. Super friendly man and I was happy to tell him that YES he's a good cook. I'm anxious to go back!! read more

JJ Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Casual little diner that makes amazing Mediterranean foods. This was our first visit. The owner is a sweet, patient man...took us a bit to decide what to order. He made great suggestions and let us sample things. The menu has vegan, vegetarian, meat and fish items. The tables are small for two and there are a few booths that seat 4+. There is a station to pick up tableware and water. There is also FREE chicken soup that warms the soul with Mediterranean spices. We went in for a snack and left with a bag of leftovers! There are no alcoholic beverages. There's a cooler of soft drinks and Juices. They also have hot mint tea that was perfect with the items we ordered. The entrance is handicapped accessible. The parking lot had handicapped parking. The bathrooms were very clean, well-stocked and handicapped accessible. We will be returning frequently so we can try more of the many menu items! read more

JJ Grill - Delicious lentil soup...absolutely warms the soul! Wonderfully yummy Vegetarian sampler platter - Mediterranean Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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We had an absolutely PHENOMENAL experience at JJ's restaurant. From the time we walked in the door until the time we left, we were treated extremely well. The food was FANTASTIC!! This is a true gem of a place if you are looking for the BEST Mediterranean food in the Louisville area. The owner knows how to make everything in an authentic way. We had beef, chicken, and lamb kebob, and all the sides. The homemade hummus is delicious!! He also makes his own tzatziki. You truly need to try a lot of things on the menu. It's all delicious!! I also HIGHLY recommend the secret recipe slushy drinks he makes. The flavors were lemon mint and pineapple orange. You can taste the bits of fresh mint in the lemon mint drink and bits of pineapple/oranges. It's AMAZING!! The food portions and food quality are top-notch. The prices are reasonable and fair. The restaurant is clean, bright, and nicely decorated. There's plenty of seating and inviting. They have dine-in, take-out, and the owner said that they recently starting doing Door Dash. Yes!! We will definitely be going back soon!! read more

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This was a great experience all around. The service was welcoming and friendly, the indoor seating was casual and pleasant, and the food was amazing. We had the falafel latter and the chicken platter, and both were excellent, among the best we've had. Delicious and healthy meal! read more