Food and flavor were good, but they forget a lot that we ordered. It was an online pickup order and…read morethey forgot most of the stuff we asked for (no basil, no hummus) and when we told them that they kept denying it. Also the bowls that they put this stuff in do not hold up, they all leak and seep through. I understand you are trying to be environmentally friendly but there's gotta be another way.

i see why you're always hiring…read more get all the way home only to have basically no dressing or pico... and yal have the audacity to be rude?! i told two employees it was first time.....guessing it will be my last

Lafa Mediterranean by Zeina is like the Cava of Mediterranean food, and I mean that as a full…read morecompliment. It's a build-your-own, line-style setup, and when we arrived there was a good line of people--which is usually a good sign. My friend JD picked the place, so I let him go first and watched how it worked. I ended up getting a bowl with falafel and just loaded it up. I chose salad instead of a full bed of rice, with just a little rice added. By the time we were done building it, my bowl was so full I could barely close the lid and that's exactly how I like it. The food was fresh, healthy, and flavorful. The staff were very friendly and patient while we made our choices. If I lived in this area, this would absolutely be one of my go-to spots for a regular meal: healthy, fresh, nice atmosphere, and good people behind the counter. Easy 5 stars for Lafa

Lafa Mediterranean by Zeina's on Commercial Drive in New Hartford continues to impress with its…read morefresh, wholesome Mediterranean flavors and inviting atmosphere. The restaurant is built around a build-your-own bowl or pita concept, offering vibrant ingredients, aromatic spices, and perfectly balanced textures in every bite. I ordered the chicken shawarma bowl with rice, greens, and plenty of toppings each element tasted clean and homemade. The chicken was tender with that smoky-charred edge you want in shawarma, complemented by crispy chickpeas, tangy pickled turnips, and creamy hummus. What really adds to Lafa's appeal is the modern, comfortable setting and outdoor seating area, perfect for enjoying your meal in the fresh air on a sunny day. The vibe is relaxed yet polished, making it just as great for a quick lunch as a laid back dinner with friends. The staff are friendly and efficient, keeping the service quick without ever feeling rushed. Portions are very generous for the price, and the freshness is undeniable you leave full but never weighed down. Their apple cider green tea is refreshing and pairs perfectly with the bold spices of the food. Between the clean ingredients, generous bowls, and the option to dine outside, Lafa has the balance of health, flavor, and atmosphere perfectly figured out. It's one of those places that keeps you coming back not just for the food, but for the overall good energy.

This spot is easy to miss. It is in a small strip of businesses, diagonally across from Meyda…read moreLighting. First impression was that the siting area was relatively clean. No one was there, maybe it's just quiet on Wednesdays. I ordered a mixed meat gyro with fries and canned soda, and a piece of Galaktobureko. I took my food to go. The gyro was big, nice thinly sliced red onions, lettuce and tomatoes, perfect amount of tzatziki sauce. Pita was warm and soft; it didn't over take the wrap. The dessert was very enjoyable. I had not experienced a custard filled philo and will definitely order again. I overheard the owner cooking my order say his mom, also an owner from what I gathered, makes the desserts. Check this place out for sure!

Greek Gyros of Yorkville serves solid, highly satisfying casual Greek fare. We ordered a chicken…read moregyro, falafel gyro, and spanakopita, all of which were delicious and filling. The gyros were made to order and everything tasted fresh. My husband especially loved and raved about his crispy falafel gyro. Seeking a vegetarian entree for lunch, the falafel gyro really hit the spot for him. My toddlers and I enjoyed the chicken gyro. The pita bread was so warm and soft, and the tzatziki sauce was truly yummy and delightful. I don't know that I've ever had spanakopita so light and flaky before. Much of what I've had in the past was comparatively dense with a lot more feta; this had more pastry and some spinach and hardly any feta. That said, it was scrumptious and memorable. It also came with a side salad and extra tzatziki dressing. The portion size was moderate; in the future, if I had come with a bigger appetite I would order a gyro. Service was brisk, though it took a while for the spanakopita to be served (which was no matter since the wait was worth it). The fact that Greek Gyros was relatively busy on a blisteringly cold winter day with a high of 15 degrees is a testament to how good it is that people step out for its food. The restaurant was heated and clean, with nice images of Greek hanging on the walls of the restaurant. Seating was casual and there was a high chair, altogether making it a great low-key lunch spot for a family with young kids.

While in Utica getting the truck serviced I consulted my trusty Yelp App looking for a brewery,…read morewhat pops up but Nail Creek Pub and Brewery. We sat at the bar which is typical and had the absolute best experience with Emma, the bartender, who was big as a barn pregnant, but looking very cute. Emma was personable, knowledgeable and very engaging. We really enjoy the conversation, food/beer experience. I had the tacos and hubby had the grilled cheese with a cup of the soup of the day, all was very tasty!! Beer was very yummy! Should you happen upon Utica, NY, stop by Nail Creek Pub and Brewery, it's a great place to take a load off and have a local brew, great service and conversation. Say hey to Emma, unless she is giving birth to her baby.

This is a great place to go to on St. Patrick's Day parade day morning in Utica. Service is great…read morethat day, the bartenders are attentive and friendly (especially if Linda is there). Any other time, if you are not a regular, this place might not be for you. I've been here several times with mixed experiences. The last time I was there was a Thursday in the summer of 2024. My husband, brother and I were excited to find seats at the bar and order dinner. The bartender was a short blonde woman and there was a male bar back. The bartender did not acknowledge us for over 15 minutes. We were actively looking at the menu on our phones and talking about what we wanted to try and attempted to make eye contact with her as she walked by us with no luck. She didn't even say "I will be right with you", literally no interaction. She was very friendly with everyone else around us seeming to know exactly what they were drinking and happy to get it for them. We left as we felt very unwelcome there and ended up having excellent service down the street at Lukin's.

Never had a bad meal here. Consistently fresh product and is on time when ordered out or dining in…read more Prices are reasonable and you receive PLENTY of good. The "louies cart classics" are really good!!! Shaved lamb is muy delicioso.

Great food, friendly atmosphere and accommodating!! Excellent rice pudding!! Go there every time…read moreI'm in Utica!

A good place to drop in and have a cold beer and a good burger. I had both when I stopped in on a…read morerecent Friday night. The bartender quickly took my drink order and gave me a menu. I chose a bottled beer and the Bulldog Burger - Mushrooms, Bacon, Pepper Jack Cheese and BBQ Sauce. It's served with chips. Good chips. Not from a bag. My burger arrived quickly and cooked to order. It was thick and juicy and tasted great. My beer was refilled. The bar was busy and there were several regulars as the bartender had their beers for them as they walked up. Definitely will be stoping in again

I came here in the spring, on a work trip to cap off a week long class. We had a large group but…read morethe waitress did a great job taking care of everyone. I ordered the Ladder Truck Burger with Sweet Potato fries. The burger was stacked with onion rings, mozzarella sticks and bacon. I still don't know how I finished it. I don't remember much about the inside of the restaurant, but we had a good time. If I'm ever in the area, I'd come back to the restaurant.

The food was fabulous! We had Tacos Carne Asadas and they were delicious. The restaurant is cute…read moreand bright inside with lots of plants. My only complaint was that the service was a bit slow and it wasn't busy. We waited awhile to have our order taken and had to go up and ask for the check. And then they seemed to have difficulty running a card so thankfully I had cash. They don't speak English well so I have no idea if it was a computer issue or a card issue? All in all the food was excellent I'll just keep an eye on my card but so far all is well!

I am from the South where I grew up with a serious affection for Mexican food. Los Amigos was a…read morelittle difficult to find, but as soon as we walked in I had a feeling it would remind me of what I grew up with. The decor & feel was classic, clean, & accommodating. The servers were almost waiting for us at the door to seat us & we did not wait for anything! The food was soooo good I can't wait to go back. The red salsa (which is served with tortilla chips when you are seated) has a smoked jalapeño flavor that is unique & addictive. It reminded me of what I grew up with in the best way. One in our party did not grow up with this food & she devoured every bite! Thank you Los Amigos!

This is a SPECIAL and delicious place. Set aside any doubts and get your culinary curiosity going…read moreand GO! I am a serious Yelper. I believe my reviews are honest. I love to help folk who want to avoid bad restaurants and especially to have excellent culinary experiences. I am grateful for others who lead me to memorable dining spots. This is one of them. One Arabian Night is tucked away in a scrappy part of Utica, NY. It's a Yemeni place so authentic at one point the chef came out during a call to prayer, unrolled a little rug and prayed. It's a beautiful thing. People being authentic and showing devotion. These guys are also devoted to flavor, and very generous portions at very good, honest prices. I got the succulent mixed lamb, which had chopped veggies and little pieces of roast potatoes. The dish came with a HUGE "sheet" of freshly baked flat bread with sesame seeds (as big as a pizza) WHO DOES THAT?! Side dishes were a fresh chopped salad of tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion and lettuce with lemon juice and parsley, a bowl of very tasty lamb broth and a spicy chutney. I was blown away. When I was there it was catering only to Arabic families and men amiably chatting and eating with their hands. I was taught by my mom to respect other cultures and do as they do: so I observed the locals a little and dug in -ripping bread off and using it to grab finger fulls of food. It was wonderful. They also have an urn of self-serve sweet spiced tea to help make this a unique and unmissable dining experience in Utica. Go! And please leave your xenophobia behind. This ancient civilization (one of the world's OLDEST) has something to teach the most hardened burger-chomping American.

I've only ever ordered delivery but it's always delish! I'll make sure to dine in soon.read more

Such an amazing meal !!! Met a group of friends for dinner and we got a chef's choice meal where…read morewe were given the opportunity to try a number of tasty and interesting dishes. The chefs came out and introduced themselves and gave us background on many of the unique dishes they prepared. All of the dishes were freshly prepared and were unique combinations of flavors and ingredients. Each dish was a work of art. Wait staff were friendly and attentive. Decor is as eclectic as the menu. Truly a wonderful culinary experience. Location is tucked in the Big Apple Shopping Plaza and is easy to miss though this is not a restaurant you want to miss. Looking forward to going again and experiencing some of the great dishes and trying some new ones too.

A small and creative place which is comfortable and welcoming. The waitress was friendly and…read morehelpful. We ordered the bongbong shrimp appetizer, the enchilada and the $9.99 tacos. While they were being prepared, we enjoyed the colorful marijuana-themed artwork and decor, lol. Unfortunately the first two items were too high-fat for us - fried with oil, mayo, or cheese. The taco beef was seasoned hamburger. All dishes were attractively plated. We did enjoy ourselves here but will try other dishes next time.

What a delicious meal!!! The restaurant it self is bare-bones and no-fuss, but don't let that fool…read moreyou... These people know how to make an impression!!! Everyone I met (while ordering takeout and waiting) was outstanding. They gave good, solid recommendations based on my needs (vegetarian) and the food (again) was as delicious as if there was a little Lebanese grandma back there cooking to make sure you didn't leave either hungry nor disappointed!! It was the perfect takeout!! The owner's son was behind the register and even gave us a bag of pitas to go back to the hotel with! That's service!!!

The restaurant is located on a street that seems like it used to be bustling, died out, and is…read morestarting to revive. We arrived around 2:30pm on a Thursday, there was only one other group there. We were immediately greeted and our waiter was super friendly and chatty. The inside is pretty casual, and they played 2000s hits at a good volume. We started with a cup of Turkish coffee... I've never had Turkish coffee so maybe this is standard, but they did not offer cream or sugar. I don't usually like black coffee but it was surprisingly light, and the serving was pretty small so I actually quite enjoyed it. The owner later said it was the brand Utica coffee (which I love). We ordered the loaded fries, which came with taziki sauce, feta cheese, and tabouleh. Usually loaded fries feel very heavy and greasy, but these tasted very fresh. For the main dish, we ordered the Elias Gyro and the Layla Gyro. My pallet is usually more oriented towards lots of flavor and spice, so I found the Layla Gyro to be lighter than I would have liked. There wasn't as much sauce as I was expecting, but it was still very moist. I loved the pickled vegetables in it, but I wasn't a huge fan of the fries. The Elias Gyro was a lot more flavor heavy thanks to the garlic sauce, which was delicious. The meat in both gyros was cooked perfectly. Lastly, we had the baklava. Ive never had baklava before so I have nothing to compare it to, but oh my goodness it was so good. Overall, super positive experience. It's always such a treat to see the owner walking around interacting with customers, and I would definitely go again whenever I want something light and fresh.