After living in the Middle East for decades, this restaurant is the closest in authenticity and the…read moreflavors I would expect in Lebanon/Palestine. It's delicious! The staff also offers the same personable service one would experience in the Middle East. They offer suggestions to the novice and indulge the connoisseur. Plus, I've used them for catering, for a more exotic flair, at an event. The guests raved about the taste. Jafra's location is hidden, making it feel like you've found a secret indulgence. It's a quiet location perfect for a tete a tete or a family gathering, where you feel wrapped in the experience. My husband will tell you, the only draw back is the price. It's not crazy expensive, but not cheap. But no matter what my husband says... it's worth every penny for delicious, exotic flavors that leave me satisfied, everytime. My husband too. LOL

You can smell the deliciousness from the parking lot. The best chicken schwarma wrap I've had in…read morethis area and I've tried 3 spots now. The wrap is huge with this delicious savory sauce on it. I'm obsessed with the pickles & will be getting an extra side order of them next time. Hummus was excellent and the portion size was large as well.

Took my family of 6 here. The portions were huge and the prices were incredible. The food was the…read moretrue highlight though. Amazing and fresh flavors. If you like Mediterranean, this is a must stop when in St Peters. Th kiddos loved us as much as my wife and I did. The lamb kabob was a huge hit with our son.

I was craving shawarma and ordered from here instead of my usual go-to (golden chicken). I tried…read morethe chicken shawarma wrap and the veggie app sampler. Both were plenty of food and at a very good value. The shawarma was definitely not my favorite that I've ever had, but I will say it was absolute FULL of chicken. The baba ganoush and hummus were perfection. I have dined in here before as well, and the service is always excellent. The restaurant is very large as well, very good for large groups.

Great food, service and peaceful atmosphere. Family owned establishment that aims to please the…read morecustomer.

This is probably my favorite place to get falafel from. The size & taste for the price is very…read morereasonable. I'm surprised they don't charge more because after purchasing I always find myself saying something along the lines of "I can't believe they don't charge more for this deliciousness". I've tried their baklava before I knew it wasn't vegan, and it left such a memorable mark on my tastebuds. I wish there were a vegan option, but that's just me being me. I've had their hummus too, but because it's a consistent grocery purchase of mine I don't get it as much when I come here. The picture attached to this review has falafel from Kaslik. The other food was something I prepared earlier in the day for dinner, and then I realized falafel from Kaslik would go perfectly with it.

These reviews of the food at Phoenicia are spot on. It is absolutely delicious, all the way down…read moreto the slight lemon taste of the rice and the dill of the dill pickles. The salad is Mediterranean, not your regular tossed salad with Greek dressing. The baklava - either almond or pistachio! The garlic sauce and tzatziki are both unique to the establishment and definitely empty when we were done with our meal. Sharama, hummus, and tabbouleh each had remarks made in their honor. Buy your favorite and savor your decision with something else of your choice. The service is what the owner can do, while taking orders, cashiering, and directing the kitchen......oh and working as a professor. His personality is worth the visit to the restaurant but do not leave without eating! Relax. The ambience is relaxing and comfortable. Since we're from out of town, visiting as a result of a friend's death, it will be a while before we return, if ever. Thus, toast us with a bite in our honor. We will be chewing elsewhere, until we will meet in the earth that awaits us all.

This is primarily take out. Shawarma, gyros, and baklava are fantastic. Owner works the counter and…read morehe is friendly, and downright entertaining. Service isn't fast, but everything is prepared to order and is worth the wait.

I stopped by Taste of Lebanon on a visit to the Central West End, one of St. Louis's most beautiful…read moreneighborhoods, all lush tree-lined streets and gorgeous architecture and even without sitting down for a full meal, this place left an impression. I spent the evening on the outdoor patio with a hookah, and it was genuinely one of the more pleasant ways I've spent time in this city. The setting is perfect for it: the neighborhood has a calm, almost European energy, and the restaurant leans into that with its outdoor setup. The hookah was smooth, well-prepared, and the service was attentive without being intrusive. I didn't get to try the food this time around, but the place has the feel of the real thing. You can tell it's a family operation that takes the cuisine seriously. The menu looks legit. Will be back, and next time I'm eating.

This family-owned business has been serving the St. Louis community for more than a decade, and…read moreit's easy to see why they've built such a loyal following. Great food and an inviting atmosphere inside and outside including a huge patio for diners and a separate indoor Hookah room in the back away from the diners for those who wish to partake. The chicken shawarma is amazing and their hummus is fantastic, especially with a little chicken or beef added for a filling appetizer that can easily become a meal on its own. The menu is expansive from traditional middle eastern dishes to pizza and spicy fries ensuring their is truly something for everyone in your group. Between the outstanding food, flavorful hookah, generous portions, and genuinely hospitable atmosphere, this place is a staple in the Central West End and worth coming back to again and again (and most people do!). It's clear this family has put heart into their business, and it shows in every part of the experience including the friendly and attentive service. Highly recommend giving it a try and supporting one of my favorite small businesses in St. Louis!

The Vine Cafe hosted the first PhD Graduates of the Washington University in St. Louis Bursky…read moreSchool of Public Health for a dinner celebration with their family and friends! The space was perfect for our intimate get together, the service was kind and speedy, food was so good! We had a blast! What an amazing day! Thank you to those that served us and took care of this special occasion!

A favorite that needs to become a default! Ordered takeout last night and it was ready on time and…read morethe amount of food we got in the entree dinners was enough for dinner and lunch the next day! Ordering and pickup was easy and friendly. They have a patio out front with tables and umbrellas right on south Grand that is prime people watching. Pro tip: default to the millennial pizza ordering days and call it in directly to save some $$ compared to using third party apps!

Best schwarma this schwarma loving kid has had in stl. Bursting with flavor. Just a touch of sweet,…read morewith rich, savory punches of turmeric and cumin. A bit of citrus to smooth everything out. Chicken was still juicy, mixed bit of lean and fatty cuts. Service was great. Super nice workers. Definitely want to get back and absolutely smash the hummus deluxe. The actual pitas were fine. A bit dense for my liking; luckily i got takeaway and had homemade pitas at the crib! Doubles as a hookah lounge as well!

House in an old Pizza Hut, Majeed has transformed this place from mass market food hell into an…read moreamazing place to try well spiced, well prepared middle eastern food. After living in the Middle East for 4 years, this was the first place that brought me back to those culinary experiences. I crave their schwarma!! The hummus is on point! The gem in Bevo is one you need to try! Whether you Uber Eats or go dine in, you'll get a great meal, for a fabulous price, and be craving your next visit!

WHOA. Went to the weekly Wednesday lunch for the first time today, and I'm sorry it took me so…read morelong (but less sad, because those desserts are deadly!). I rounded up a group to venture beyond the usual 3-block radius of work. Lunch is served from 11-1:30/2. We arrived around noon, unsure whether to expect a crazy, Lenten-fish-fry type of line. We were pleasantly surprised by a short line that gave us just enough time to browse the menu before ordering from the cafeteria-style service counter. I refrained from just ordering one of all the meat pies and kibbee--gotta get my veggies in. I opted for the kibbee aras (fried ball of ground beef and spices) and the meat + green beans plate, with spiced Lebanese bread and baklava on the side. The spices really made all of the dishes special, especially the bread. Oh, and the baklava--I opted for a cashew-based one, but there were other options with other nuts. Wow. Crispy and sweet--perfect end to a lovingly well-prepared meal.

The great atmosphere and even greater food make this one of my all time favorites. The food is…read morealways serviced with a heart warming smile.

What a hidden gem! The only thing u don't like about this place is that it's not open on the…read moreweekends. But during the week, it's an amazing take out spot with tons of options for vegetarians. Some of their most popular dishes like the butter chicken and chicken tikkah masala can be done with falafel instead. And the saffron rice that comes with is *chefs kiss.* Last night, they talked my husband into getting the Dubai chocolate baklava and it was an amazing cap to our meal!

The owner is really friendly and will help you pick out your food. I've had the beef kebab plate…read moreover rice with salad and pita, the egglplant over rice, and the gyro sandwich. The beef kebab was seasoned and grilled really well. My favorite is definitely the eggplant. This is a casual dining place so don't expect a really fancy decor. It's humble but clean.

I've had Tikka Tangy a couple times now and have had a great experience each time. The food is…read moreunique and captures the essence of modern Indian / American fusion, while keeping it simple. The wraps here are amazing and packed with so much flavor. Last night we tried the Butter Masala Pizza and it tasted fresh and homemade (in a good way!). The creamy cilantro sauce they sell paired wonderfully with the pizza. Would recommend trying out one of their sauces. We also got an order of Chicken Tikka Masala and Garlic Cheese Naan. But the real star of the meal was definitely the pizza. We got the other for pickup and it held up very well. Cant wait to try more items soon.

What a fun place to come for a quick flavorful spot of curry! We had the Samosa, a variety of naan…read moreand some excellent curries! Don't skip on the lassi! That ties the entire meal together! The service is great. It's fast casual with the depth and flavor of slow cooked all day prepped food! It feels nice and casual where you could sit down have a nice conversation, but not feel overly rushed. To me because I work nearby. It's the perfect spot to stop for lunch.