I came here and parking was OK as you know the area on Solano is kind of hard to find parking so someone got pretty lucky here. The food comes out very beautifully played in, especially the meso plate which has kind of a little bit of everything prices are OK and portions are fine. I don't think the service or ambience was anything over the top overall it was a good experience. I enjoyed it here. We seated in a weird place that we faced outside so we didn't have a table between a party of three that was a little bit more intimate it felt more like bar seating. Overall decent place. read more

The place has really vibrant decor, well presented and tasty food with good fast service. The only thing that they need to do is WORK on the sound proofing. The place is loud! It is actually uncomfortable to sit there because the noise from all of the dinners conversations is unsettling to my ears. Hopefully management will make sound deadening a priority otherwise this place would get five stars. read more

Lulu’s Little Kitchen - Shukahquilles - Middle Eastern Near Me - Albany, California

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Just had a chance to try this awesome, cute restaurant today for brunch and wow. Everything was amazing, from our incredibly kind waitress to the food. I ordered the Turkish eggs and the eggs and hummus with lamb, and both were outstanding. The food was perfectly seasoned, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious. You can really tell a lot of care goes into every dish. The owner and chef is a wonderful woman, which honestly made the experience even better. It felt great supporting a local, women owned business. Prices were also very reasonable for the quality and portion size. My only regret is that I was so hungry and the food was so good that I forgot to take photos. Next time for sure. We will definitely be back. read more

We've been meaning to come to Lulu for brunch but we never planned early enough to make a reservation. With the new Solano location, the space is large, spacious, light and airy - and we were able to get a 9:30am reservation the morning of!! We were the first ones there when they opened and with a baby in a stroller, that helped so we can be at a table with space for her too. We ordered a latte and a rose burlee cappuccino for our drinks. The cappuccino was so unique! A little sweeter than what we usually go for but definitely worth a try. Then we shared the baba's breakfast and the baklava French toast. We loved everything we ate! The breakfast has a sampling of yummies and the French toast was just so good! We were so happy with our brunch that we can't wait to come back and try other things (deviled eggs, mezze sampler etc)! read more

Lulu’s Little Kitchen - Inside the Solano location - Middle Eastern Near Me - Albany, California

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The best restaurant in the Bay right now, hands down! Flavors are unmatched! I love that the menu changes but keeps some staple dishes. The inside decor is beautiful and the service is always great. It's hard not to go every single week! read more

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I personally am not a huge fan of Mediterrian food, but I went to an engagement party and they catered food from this restaurant. And omg it was so good!! They had lulu deviled eggs - delicious. Cooked perfectly! I don't know exactly what they ordered, but there were some sliders, rice, brussesl sprouts, various breads, and various hummus. Truly 5/5. I came back for seconds and asked her where did she order from. The food was just so tasty and flavorful! read more

Lulu’s Little Kitchen - Middle Eastern Near Me - Albany, California

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Brunch place to meet friends. I think it's best for up to 4 people. The restaurant is not that big so make reservations if you can. Four of us shared the Mezze plate and everything was delicious. The Mezze Plate is $35 per person and it's worth it. It had a mixture of flavors and textures and you can dip all the sauces with their home made breads. It was very filling even without ordering any meat. I recommend the Strawberry Rose Matcha Latte to drink. The dishes were yummy , yet healthy and clean. The restaurant was bright and the decor felt like I was in a garden. Our server was attentive and helpful as well. read more

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The turkish eggs were really good but they were a touch too runny for me personally (whites slightly runny) but the labneh and spices on top was delicious. The baklava french toast is definitely a desert , I shared it with my family! I wouldn't recommend ordering that as a main though. The cold brew was strong and not sickeningly sweet but had a nice flavor from the cold foam of spiced dates. Its loud inside but very cutely decorated. Our server was very kind and everything came out quickly. I would come again! read more

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I've been to Lulu a few times at their spot in Albany. The space is very attractive and bright, and while there isn't much room for a waiting area we were able to be seated quickly with our reservation. We had the opportunity to try a variety of their dishes. Their mezze sampler was a great way for us to try some items without committing to the mezze itself. The items were overall solid, with decent flavor. We were fans of the Baba's Breakfast plate as well. Both items were solid choices to try a few key items from their menu. The fish and chips were overpriced in my opinion. I've had many better options for fish and chips, with many at cheaper pricing and better portion size as well. Their sweets were definite items to go for as well. We quite enjoyed their Knafeh pancake and their baklava french toast looked amazing as well. We found that Lulu's portion size was on the smaller side, especially given the price for many of their items. However, the flavors were very enjoyable and we would definitely continue to check out other items on their menu. read more

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Finally made it to Lulu, this California-Palestinian brunch wonderland I've been eyeing for months, and holy soft-boiled yolks, it absolutely lives up to the hype. I was the first one in on a Sunday. I began with a spiced date latte (!!) ... it was so effing good I downed it before I could take a picture!! First: they never post a menu. Ever. That's the point. It's a culinary choose-your-own-adventure with a seasonal heartbeat -- no spoilers, no repeats, just trust the kitchen and surrender. My friend and I (two lifelong GenX brunch warriors) shared a lineup so glorious it might have been blessed by an olive-oil-soaked angel: Dukkah eggs with a perfect golden ooze, rosemary-urfa aioli, and a crunchy, nutty dukkah sprinkle that practically sang. Lamb kefta meatballs perched on herbed lemon yogurt, crowned with olives and pickled peppers, ready for their close-up. Lemon orange blossom spritz, an entire Mediterranean spa day in a glass, though it arrived a little too fashionably late -- I was nearly finished eating before it showed up. (Fix that, please, Lulu. We brunchers have standards.) And then there was Baba's Breakfast -- scrambled eggs fluffy enough to float, labneh whipped into tangy clouds, crisp harissa tots, fresh pita, pickled veg, fuul mudamas, and that bold lamb sausage. This is what happens when a Palestinian breakfast goes to art school. It's vibrant, abundant, and made for sharing. Why do I support a place like this? Because a Palestinian-owned business making food this honest, this fearless, this alive is a tiny act of resistance on a plate -- and I will fork up for that every single time. Service was warm and unfussy, the space itself is fresh and bright, full of the joyful chaos that makes the Bay Area such a rich culinary wonderland. I SHALL be coming back to try the Baklava French Toast and other items from the sweets menu. Come ready to be surprised. Come ready to taste something you didn't know you needed. read more

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You had me at Haloumi! What a hidden gem in the East bay. Highly recommend getting reservations if there are more than 2 people dining. There is something to be said about fusion but when the taste is so authentic you know that the food is made with love. The bread, the baklava and the haloumi are the stars! Try them for sure! read more

Lulu’s Little Kitchen - Bread - Middle Eastern Near Me - Albany, California

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What a cute place. Fun and colorful menu, wonderful staff, and truly beautiful. Originally, I wanted to do the mezze, which is $35 per person and the whole table has to participate. But I wanted warm food and the mezze is mostly cold food and dips, except for eggs. I ordered the baba breakfast which comes with eggs, lamb sausage, labne, pita, pickles, lentils and crispy potato cubes. I was beautiful but disappointing. I didn't even finish the eggs and for $29, I would have wanted to. But I feel the taste range of the plate was kind of dull. The harissa "tater tots" were too soft inside and lacked what I assumed would have been the bright spicy kick of their name. The lentils were also bland, surprisingly so. The scrambled eggs were a cooked a little two long. The best part of the dish for me was the pita--which was thick and fluffy and stayed warm for way longer than made sense--and the labne. But it was such a small portion of labne. The dish felt like it was missing something with some prominent salt, like a cheese, and more punch in the items labeled "spicy". My friend had their version of shakshuka with a dukah rim and Parmesan cheese and that was so good. I found myself duping my pita in her sauce in search of something a little more exciting than my bland plate. I had the date latte, which was tiny but flavorful (except for the grainy deposit at the very bottom). Would I come back? Well I want to try the mezze, so yes. Will it be sparkly or bland? I guess we will have to see. read more

Lulu’s Little Kitchen - Baba breakfast and date late. On the back, shakshuka. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Albany, California

second time here-- just as excellent as before. we got the mezze and added the japanese sweet potato, but i really don't think you can go wrong. read more

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Loved the food! The service was amazing-- everyone was so sweet and very fun! They made great suggestions to try and were extremely happy that the fries were recommended. So open and fun, the vibes were great for brunch, after Sunday get together, or a cute date spot! The food was refreshing, not too heavy but still filling! I just wish there wasn't so many flies flying around read more

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Love love Lulu. I am not a big brunch person but this place is different. Every time I brunch here it is full of unique flavors and I don't walk out feeling super regretful about eating a brunch that was too rich. I highly recommend trying any of the coffee drinks here - they are super tasty! I've had 7 or 8 things off the food menu and I have never regretted trying anything. A lovely space, kind servers and a brunch you will want to have again and again! read more

Lulu is a gorgeous Middle Eastern restaurant offering proudly Palestinian-inspired dishes packed with colors and flavors. The Mezze Platter was a nice sampling of dips and small bites including hummus, muhammara, labneh, and four mini falafels with "fancy sauce," along with pita chips and crudite for dipping. The Fresh Khubs plate came with fluffy, warm pita bread and ka'ak sim sim (soft sesame bread), along with za'atar in olive oil for dipping. The Summer Fatoush was a salad made of romaine, chicories, fennel, sungold tomatoes, cucumber, feta, pita chips, and a Meyer lemon & sumac dressing--a refreshingly crunchy, tangy, salty dish! The Shukaquiles was a Middle Eastern take on chilaquiles, made of pita chips cooked in harissa-tomato sauce, topped with scrambled eggs, feta, a creamy orange fancy sauce, and spicy zhough. The eggs and sauce made for a flavorful combination, but the pita chips turned out a bit soggy. A final highlight dish was the Turkish Eggs, which were sunny-side-up eggs served over a moat of labneh, topped with chili crisp, nigella seeds, Aleppo pepper, and herbs, creating a dip-like dish that went nicely with the fluffy pita bread. Overall, the food here was incredible and delicious, and the service was on point too! The ambiance was quite loud and the menu prices were relatively high, but certainly worth it for the festival of bold flavors. read more

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New restaurant in town! Surprised and excited to try this women owned and operated Palestinian restaurant. The restaurant lobby was so welcoming. The colors of paint, wallpaper, furniture were selected with care and have beautiful color accents. It was a very open dining area yet felt homey. The menu has some interesting options. We had the sliders, mezze sampler, harissa tots, and a dessert sampler that was amazing!! All the food was an epicurean delight with Palestinian regional foods I had not been exposed to before. The sliders were really fun, with halloume cheese, falafel and fried chicken, but the mezze sampler was gorgeous and fun to eat. There was so much happiness on that platter. It welcomed you to test your taste buds on dried fruit, nuts, hummus... wow! I wish they sold the Harissa Tots to go in a drive through window, because they would be the best accompaniment to a burger or just in their own, with crunchy potato on the outside and tender on the inside. They are crave able tots. Got to check this place out. It's such a great addition to the area's gourmet ghetto culture! read more

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We ordered the lamb bowl, falafel bowl, and kids kebabs. Everything was so delicious - my lamb bowl had an amazing balance of texture, color and flavor. The lamb was so tender as was the kids chicken, which was beautifully balanced w veggies, rice and a little orange. It's a counter order place, with plenty of comfortable seating. Food came out super fast which I appreciated with the kids. It is on the pricier side but worth it for the quality of meal. We will definitely be back. read more

This place was super yummy! We got the roti roll, eggplant, and the BLT sandwich. Our fav was the eggplant! The vibes were good and we were seated pretty quickly on a Saturday afternoon. I'd definitely recommend this spot! read more

How DELIGHTFUL. Came here for a late brunch and was not disappointed. Where to begin. The orange blossom spritz was the light and bright beverage I didn't know I needed. The eggplant dip Was fresh and flavorful and was served with fluffy pita which spoke to my soul. My homegirl and I shared the breakfast plate which featured harissa tots, lamb sausage, eggs, labneh and some pickled veg but the lamb roti was so busssssdown and the meat was juicy and packed punch with flavor! I was certainly be back to try to knanefa pancake, which I'm thinking about now.... read more

Lulu’s Little Kitchen - Middle Eastern Near Me - Albany, California

Friend of a friend recommended this place so my friend and I stopped by for brunch over the weekend with a reservation. The decor of the entire restaurant is vibrant, modern, and there are many details that give a nod to Middle Eastern art. There is a small card for drinks and desserts menu that I missed while we were figuring out what we wanted to try, so don't forget to peep that. What we got: Lulu deviled eggs (3/5) -- eggs were cooked fine and the texture of the filling was smooth and creamy, but I had trouble enjoying this because it was so sour. All I got from each bite was sour Baklava french toast (5/5) -- crispy filo dough that was able to withstand the super sticky, sweet syrup they pour over the dish. The filling was well spiced and nutty, the cream that comes on top is light but didn't really add anything for me Branzino mekliyeh (2/5) -- Fish was cooked well, but the filling and the potato salad were both too sour/acidic again for me to enjoy. The potatoes weren't very crispy either and the filling combined with the fish were quite dry. Definitely not worth the price for my experience Baba's breakfast (4/5) -- this was my friend's opinion, not mine A bit overpriced for the portions and the flavors, but good to try once. Definitely an Instagram/social media-worthy atmosphere and plating. Not sure if I would return. read more

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Vegetarian review: My Experience: I entered on a Saturday afternoon with a reservation. The location was beautiful in a boutique part of town with phenomenal decour . Service: 5/5 Our server Lauralee came quickly and was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu with great recommendations and intimate knowledge about how the food is prepared and cooked. Drinks: 5/5 Our party ordered off of the cofee menu, getting the spiced date latte (at Lauralee's recommendation) and a strawberry matcha latte (photo included). The strawberry matcha was the best I've had, I was skeptical about getting a somewhat common drink given the unique flavores at offer. But this drink did not dissapoint, their cream was very thick and the strawberry flavor was nice and strong. The spiced date latte was spiced and sweet. Food: 5/5 A lot of vegetarian options on the menu. I ordered the mezze sampler and the Fried Rice The mezze platter was excellent, really fantastic olive oil over the lebneh, muhammara and hummus. The toum on top of the falafel was a nice touch. The Fried Rice was a great levantine take on a classic east asian food. Good buttery flavor throughout the dish and a well cooked egg on the top. Overall, the restaurant has great service and even better food. read more

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Fattoush salad with falafel was delicious. Beautifully decorated space. Easy service, order at the counter. read more

Lulu’s Little Kitchen - Fattoush salad with fried chicken & falafel - Middle Eastern Near Me - Albany, California

Every item we ordered had us raving about flavor, presentation, and balance. But I'd first like to point out how accommodating and welcoming the staff were to us as a walk in on a busy Sunday, we felt very welcome and looked after and that is something not always found in the often stressed restaurant business. We appreciated everyone there. What we ordered: Shukaquiles and baklava French toast were both wonderful items to try on a first trip here. The pita was perfectly crisp , not soggy or too hard, the sauce was gently spicy but just enough for flavor, the greens on top added a contrast and flavors that were delicate and intriguing. The egg was scrambled perfectly (if possible I'd ask for over easy eggs next time but these were very good as they came) and the French toast was great to share, sweet but not overwhelmingly so, texture was perfect. We look forward to returning! read more

If you spend any time on socials, you've heard of the female gaze, Lulu has captured the female gaze. It's stunning inside with bright modern decor and stunning lighting. Reminds me of the power of design. Beyond that, the food is top notch. My friend and I both ordered the rose crème brûlée coffee, with a beautiful sugar crust, with essence of rose and a delicate flower on top. It was served on a rustic ceramic glazed mug. We ordered the Caesar salad, pancake and Shukaquilas. All top notch dishes. Really complex dishes. Top notch place, my new favorite. read more

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I tried Lulu at Outside Lands and was pleasantly surprised! The falafel was fresh and delicious, perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy inside. I also got the Toum Fries, which were tasty with just a little kick from the garlic. The spiced ketchup was a nice touch--flavorful and unique. I really appreciate that they had a clearly marked vegan option, which is so hard to find at festivals these days. Service was great, except they didn't have napkins at the time. Cute decor too! read more

The Lamb, here was exceptional and their pita we both fluffy, and had a great crumb on the outside. I would definitely come here again.

This place has been on my list of places to try for a very long time! I came here on Friday morning around 10:00am with my boyfriend. We were seated right away but the server did inform us that they strongly recommend getting a reservation beforehand if you want to come here on the weekend. The interior is super cute and spacious with lots of floral prints on the walls. The servers were attentive and informative. We ordered the mezze sampler, Knafe pancake, and Lulu deviled eggs, and a rose latte. The presentation of the food was beautiful! Definitely Instagram worth! The best thing we ate was the knafe pancake! It had a crisp and crunchy exterior and then inside was soft and fluffy. The pistachios on top added a nice crunch and the pancake was not too sweet. I was a bit disappointed with the mezze sampler because the mini falafels were dry and hard. The pita chips were a perfect compliment to the hummus. The deviled eggs were pretty good as well and I absolutely loved the presentation! Overall, I think that this is a good place to check out and I would come back to try their other things on their menu. There were some aspects that were really good and others that fell a little flat. The food presentation was consistently very nice and the service was great. read more

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I wanted to share our experience with having an event at Lulu, since I didn't see any reviews for event rentals! We rented out Lulu for our baby shower and it was a great experience! Lulu had lots of staff on hand to serve our guests and served an amazing buffet appetizer spread, lunch and dessert that got rave reviews from all attendees. The space is of course beautiful, so minimal decorating was needed. Nichole was communicative and flexible. Thank you to Nichole, Mona and the rest of the Lulu team for making this such a good experience! read more

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This is becoming our go-to place in Albany. The food was really great! Middle eastern with a modern spin. My favorite is the vegetable stew with lentil and mushroom. The rose latte was amazing! The pace was always crowded so make sure you make reservations before you go! read more

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I'm so happy Lulu is back. I've been to the old location on Camellia Street multiple times and always loved the mezze brunch....and I still do at the Solano location! The mezze brunch is a lovely assortment of homemade breads, pita and pita chips alongside a number of delicious dips and falafel. The mezze brunch isn't listed on the menu, but it was available when I dined there a week after their opening....and it looks as though they will be offering it every day (as opposed to just Fri - Sun). The mezze brunch is one of my favorite things on earth to eat. My husband was worried that we wouldn't have enough food so we also each got a fried chicken slider; in my opinion, it was too much food and unnecessary. The mezze brunch is appropriately sized for the number of people at your table. They always have a lovely and interesting assortment of teas and coffees which are a delight to try. The interior design is so different from the previous business - it's bright, airy, sophisticated...and also casual. I can't say enough good things about Lulu - it's my absolute favorite. read more

Had a very nice Mother's Day lunch at Lulu. We had wanted to try it for years, but had difficulty getting a reservation before. The new space appears to encompass three storefronts, so the restaurant is much larger, but doesn't feel cavernous. There were things we wanted to try that weren't on the Mezze menu, so we decided to ala carte. Our part of four ordered six dishes, several of which were "side dishes" and the others more like entrees. The mezze sampler was perfect for our part of four, although I didn't care for the pita chips. The rest of the items were very good, including the were 4 mini-falafels. The Warm Kitfo Nayyeh was an interesting dish; it was well-seasoned, but the texture was a little strange to me (and I like traditional steak tartare). We also had an order of the Toum Fries (a generous serving) and the Fresh Khubz (3 breads perfect for dipping in all the sauces) . We shared 3 "entrees." The Baba's Breakfast was fun, although several of the items were spicy (which I unfortunately can't eat). It was both a "traditional" breakfast and some new tastes for us. The Chicken Kebab featured perfectly cooked and seasoned chicken thigh cubes, and I enjoyed the risotto. The surprise "hit" was the Baklava French Toast, which was like bread cubes surrounded by phyllo dough and flavored like a traditional Baklava - not too sweet, not too heavy. A perfect "dessert." Overall, it was a delightful meal - different tastes and textures, quality ingredients, generous serving sizes. It's an elegant-but fun, light-filled space, and the service was excellent. My only nit is that, unfortunately, they didn't have any brewed coffee (maybe they ran out?) Definitely recommended. read more

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The dishes looking like art. Worth of price of admission in destroying them. Wife likes to take me to $20 avocado toast places, which I always go you know I can easily make this at home. This is much harder. read more

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Came to Lulu's after raving about it to my friends visiting from Doha. Unfortunately, it was not the same as I had remembered or had raved about. I learned that they had been closed and the new purchase system was pay first and then be seated. Luckily, we didn't make it that far. The lack of waitstaff and the "lone" server present was little to be desired. We stood at the counter waiting to be helped but the young lady appeared to be overwhelmed. The menu also seemed to be a bit less desirable given that some of our favorite menu selections had been removed. Bummer. I so liked this place but given it's newer concept I feel my fond last memory was perhaps my last at this unique institution. Best of Luck to the owner and the new concept. read more

Our whole party was looking forward to dinner at Lulu Albany. The reviews were good and it was convenient. Sadly we were very disappointed in our dinner. The server was excellent, I wish I could say the same for the food. The mezze plate was okay, but there were no standout dishes and although it was pretty it lacked any interesting flavors. The theme of bland continued through our main course. Everything was okay, just okay. I can't think of anything I would want to eat again. The best part of the meal was the dessert. We had the baklava French toast and it was yummy. Unfortunately, by the time we got to dessert, we had decided we would not be back. Too bad. read more

Very good food in a no-fuss order-at-the-counter spot; highly recommend the 'Caesar' salad. Would absolutely return.

One of the most exciting new places we've tried in recent years. Everything looked beautiful with a taste to match. At a first look at the menu the prices seemed on the high side, but the portions turned out to be quite generous and it was a good value for the excellent meal we got. We'll be back to try the rest! read more

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Exceptional, everything is amazing and love the ambiance! Get the sweet potato and date foam!

Enjoyed an amazing private event recently coming from the North Bay at this open, airy and light-filled restaurant. This was a catered event with so much delicious Mediterranean food first with appetizers and then selections of entrees followed by petite desserts for a very enjoyable afternoon special celebration. Service and all around hospitality was excellent too. Highly recommend for vegans and non-vegans as plenty for all dietary preferences. read more

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We came here on a Sunday for brunch. I wanted a Turkish breakfast and this was one of the few options available. I loved seeing a Free Palestine sign when we walked in. The restaurant was steady and almost full when we got there around 11:00. Our service was friendly and attentive. The indoor decor was beautiful and traditional yet modern. We started off with a date latte and a cacao cardamom latte (both were good but a little pricey - but you can tell they make it fresh). To share we ordered the Shukaquiles (super unique flavors chilaquiles style with pita chips) And the Babas breakfast (perfect to share and try multiple things). Both dishes were so good and unique it left us wanting to try more on the menu! I would definitely go back for their unique dishes and great atmosphere! read more

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