I love their food and service; their kababs and stews are delicious, and the staff is very friendly…read moreand courteous. Nice selection of different types of kebabs, stews, and a special herby veggie noodle soup. I recommend this place.

Flame Kabob reliably hits the spot every time. We got the Koobideh chicken kabob and the lamb kabob…read morewith lentil rice. You have to get their house hot sauce--it elevates the dish immediately. I do wish there were more veggies compared to the rice portion, but you can also get a double skewer for a reasonable price. The meat is beautifully cooked and spice, never dry. I haven't tried their stews yet, but they're next on the list. I'll definitely be going back for more. Service is quick, and they don't rush you out, which I appreciate. The ambience is great for a casual gathering and has that true family-business feel.

This place is very special! She makes this food with love and mostly organic ingredients if not…read morefully! You can taste the difference! I cannot wait to go back!

Persian flavors and Mally are the reasons to visit this out-of-way kitchen. My wife and I stopped…read morein for lunch while looking at another nearby shop. We were greeted warmly by David, the assistant, and he explained each of the available dishes on the trays stacked on the shelving unit. We chose pirashkis, flaky dough filled with meats or veggies, and plenty of yummy spices. Our two favorites were the tomato and the chicken and sausages. Mally, the owner and top chef, engaged us in conversation that felt like we were welcome guests in her home, specifically the kitchen. Mally gave us a plate of fresh greens from her garden complete with edible Nasturtium flowers. Very limited seating was available inside and the breezeway outside had a number of tables where we enjoyed our food and a cool breeze. After our lunch, we walked back to the kitchen to tell Mally how delicious everything tasted and I picked up a baklava to go. Tasty walnut and honey in layered philo dough was a great finish lunch. This woman-owned small business is worth supporting, IMO, for all the reasons above. Additional Note: Rice and stew options are available as noted by other Yelpers.

I came to Bosphorus on a Sunday evening for dinner with friends, and the restaurant was packed…read more Thankfully, we didn't have to wait too long for a table. The service was friendly, though it seemed like a team effort, so different staff members would take our order or bring out food instead of one dedicated server. That occasionally led to delays when we asked for refills or extra plates, and we usually had to repeat the request to our waitress later. For dinner, I shared the Kofta Kebab and Lahmacun with a friend, and the portion size was just enough for both of us to leave full. Unfortunately, parts of the kebab were burnt, so maybe we just caught them on an off night. Surprisingly, my favorite part of the meal was the warm pita bread they brought to the table. If you're looking to try Turkish food, Bosphorus is worth checking out, but I'd probably order different dishes next time or visit when it's a little less busy.

We have been to Bosphorus a few times and love it!…read more If you're looking for somewhere fancy and upscale, this isn't that. If you want something that feels authentic and are willing to overlook some small cosmetic/ambience nuances for great food, this is your spot. The food is delicious and consistent every time! We usually get the grilled chicken kabobs which are always so juicy! I also love the cheese cigarras (can't remember how to spell). They give you complementary bread which is also delicious. Really wonderful, authentic place with great staff!

Been here twice. The food is excellent. They actually don't…read moreover cook the chicken. Salad has been fresh. Good service.

I've eaten here before and they weren't bad but today was ridiculous. I ordered the beef shawrma…read morewrap pictured with fries for 11.99 on Doordash.. It was about 7.99 on their site. Fine I can't leave so I ordered 2 wraps an falafel $40 including tip. Ok no problem. Except there are no fries. Whose paying $12 for a single skewer that is bland as heck? Shawrma has flavor. I understand things are in the crapper right now but being overcharged for some BS is exactly that BS. Unless u want to pay $20 to add some fries go somewhere else.. Yes their platters start at $18.99. Total waste of money.

Everything here! From the food, to the service, to the atmosphere is outstanding. It has a warm,…read moreinviting feel that makes you want to stay awhile. Highly recommend giving it a try!

This was a major disappointment. We'd been here once before for some friends' wedding celebration…read moreand thought the banquet/catering food was pretty good so decided to add it to the list to come back and check out their regular menu. Place was EMPTY on a Thurs at 6pm. Service was truly bad....like we had to get up after being seated for 15 minutes and ask the hostess if we could get a server to help us....in an empty restaurant. 40 minutes after being seated, we got our food. The food was just bad with the exception of the flatbread I ordered that was pretty tasty. My husband had the falafel and veggies and was given horrendously over seasoned and tough falafel with super under seasoned and undercooked veggies (like chunks of raw carrot). The other sides we ordered were a flavorless Fatoush salad and very mid rice. We never got the pita that was offered to us and after the second reminder, we just gave up on that. We tried it. Won't be back. There are WAY better options in the area for dinner.

this restaurant is delicious and has a really cool ambiance…read more we ordered to drink: the frozen daiquiri & the happy tears cocktail. very delicious but very strong. for appetizers we ordered: the seasonal pickles. the vegetables are pickles, banana peppers, carrots and tomato. SO SO good! and the tomato matbucha (not pictured) came with 3 things of bread..and the dish was similar to a hummus. Was also delicious. And the Spanish anchovies, I am not a fan of anchovies but my boyfriend said they were good and he would order them again. for our main dish we ordered the slow roasted shrimp. the corn & poblano pepper mix was 10/10 and the taro chips on top just made the entire dish come together perfectly. would definitely recommend ordering it. the service and the ambiance of the restaurant was amazing. we were too full to have a night cap out back, but we had a glance at the boat bar area and we will be coming back to have a drink out there- very cool setup!

What a treat dining at Ajja! I was in the triangle visiting a childhood friend and his family and…read morethey raved about this spot. Two kids under 12 and the kids raved about this spot! They weren't wrong. We were out on their patio on a summer evening, a mix of fans and a good cross breeze kept it nice and the vibey decor helped us learn into the summer heat. Shared plates, roasted flavors and a cocktail driven menu sets the theme. We started out with a few amazing spreads then shared large format fish, beef and veg. For the starters, the roasted carrots and the roasted eggplant spreads were served up with home made pita served piping hot! Both spreads were delicious, balancing savory and a hint of sweet with just enough spice to add depth w/o taking away from the natural veggie flavors. The fried haloumi was gobbled up so fast I almost didn't get a picture of it! For the mains, we had the fried fish which was ZOMG!!!! Flaky but still juicy, bathed in this east Asian inspired sauce and sprinkled with fresh herbs that gave the whole dish a pop! The kids destroyed most of it. The Short rib fell apart with a fork!! Enough said!! And the charted cabbage and broccoli was such a crowd favorite we almost got another order but had to leave room for dessert. The table shared the strawberry shortcake and I opted for an espresso martini that was both sweet and balanced and so smooth you could take it in one glug. The shortcake was a hit with the kids and parents! The cocktails were all perfectly balanced and the service was immaculate. No notes from me except to check this place out!!

My family and I had an amazing experience and meal! Omar was so sweet and accommodating! You can…read moretell the staff was genuinely happy to serve us. I got the gyro and it was so authentically amazing. Seriously, this is the best gyro in the area! I am so excited to come back!

I stopped in here for a quick lunch after shopping. I ordered their chicken shawarma and grape…read moreleaves combo with a drink. The shawarma is very different than what I'm used to in Michigan, but it was delicious and packed with chicken. The grape leaves were good and the tea was nice and strong. The guys working were very friendly. I will definitely stop here again.

Oh my god sooooo good. This is one of those places you feel like you're actually in the country in…read moreEurope. Everyone was Turkish the food was ridiculously accurate and delicious. It's not the typical American get in and get out which was kind of nice. Next time we go, I'm going to get all MEZZE because they were also amazing looking and we only got a chance to get a couple. We loved Baha!!

Had a quick dinner there during my visit to Chapel Hill. I chose this restaurant because Turkish…read morefood is something good for a pre-running race meal (high carb, balanced veggies and meats, affordable, etc.) and the restaurant did not let me down. I got the Akdeniz salad and Kofte kebab. Salad was generous in size. The grape leaves were stuffed with rice and some herbs and tasted a bit sour-sweet. The size of Kofte kebab dish was just enough for one. Meat was tender. The pickled cabbage served on the side was delicious. It was also served with some rice but not much. However, they did gave me a huge bread--a dense loaf just like what I make at home! I came there at 7:30pm. The restaurant was about half-full at that time. Service was quick. All the foods came in reasonable time. Would come back if I have a race in the Triangle next time.

My wife and I live in Harnett County, and we pass hundreds of restaurants to get to our…read morefavorite--Alexander's Mediterranean Cuisine. The experience is always consistent: great food from the owner and master chef, exceptional service from Elizabeth and Michael, and wonderful live music from Kevin. Everyone greets you with a smile and truly wants you to have a great evening. For us, Alexander's isn't just a restaurant--it's an experience worth the drive.

Love the atmosphere, service and of course the food. Lunch visit and the bread was delicious. The…read moreolive oil and seasonings was a great complement for dipping. Chicken souvlaki was tasty accompanied by a small Greek salad. Baklava completed this wonderful outing.