Great owners with bubbly personality! You can tell he takes pride in his food and the service he…read moreprovides in the restaurant. I got a large Chevapi plate and it was great!! My only recommendation, is that the chevapi should automatically come with Ajvar and Kajmak. Other than that, plate was more than enough for a large size that could feed 2 or 3 and bread was so soft!! Definitely recommend this place!

Found this on a whim while in St. Pete and decided to try Serbian food for the first time! Smaller,…read morequaint spot hidden in a plaza but a very friendly staff and feels like a family owned business (love!!). We arrived at 7 PM on Saturday not knowing they unfortunately close at 8 PM. However the waiter was friendly and encouraged us to still stay and order. I ordered the meat platter to try a little of everything - the bread is delicious!! The meats were good, but I think the cut of chicken was a little rubbery with tendons so I didn't eat too much of that. The small sausage roll sandwich (forgive me for not knowing the name and I can't find the menu online) was really good and we enjoyed it. Overall a nice spot. I would come back earlier in the day to see if that impacts the cut of the chicken or not.

This is our favorite Mediterranean restaurant! It is casual and unassuming but the food is…read moreamazing! We come here after tennis tournaments but our son often requests it when we aren't in the area, but it's a bit far from our house in Tampa to come as often as we would like. Fresh, homemade, mom & pop place with friendly service. Be prepared to wait a bit as it's often just the owner taking orders, cooking, and serving food. Hummus - do not skip! So tasty and fresh, served with hot super thin pita bread Felafels - so light and crisp, and falls apart in your mouth We always get the beef shawarma platter - the flavors are divine, and we often crave it so we haven't ventured to other entrees. Comes with 2 sides and we often get rice and salad which are the perfect complement to the meal. Don't forget the baklava - several kinds available - walnut, pistachio, and maybe pecan --very delicious ending to our meal!

Walked in the table was dirty we had a coupon to use for dinner;the waiter claimed "he doesn't take…read morethose anymore",so we got up and left. Not sure If I'd want to consume his food with such poor service we walked!

You order up front and they bring the food to your table. I guess that makes it 50% table service…read more My Wing Man Gary (USAF Pilot, Retired) uses a walker. The handicap parking is about as far from the door as you can get and still be in the parking lot. Better off dropping anyone with walkers, etc. at the door before parking. The employees were very helpful to Gary, which earned them a cash tip in their tip jar. We got there right at 5:30 which is the height of the dinner hour. The place was hopping with sit down customers, carry out customers, and drive-through customers. That meant it took a while for us to get our food, but it was worth the Wait. I ordered the Gyro salad ($14 tax included) moving aside the mountain of thick cut gyro meat took a while there was so much. Fine salad underneath with cucumbers, onions, and triangles of fresh feta . Greek salad dressing came with the salad. To be honest tzatziki sauce would also have worked. Gary ordered the chicken kabob with fries. He says good value for the money. Who could ask for more?

Yet again excellent food - grilled fish and rice and gyro salad. The food is delicious- great price…read moreand even greater service - thank you

Great food, great vibes. Waitress Yous was fabulous! Will be coming back to try the french taco…read more Steak and chicken were cooked perfectly.

Although unassuming, the food and service were excellent. We had the chicken shawarma dinner and…read moreit was perfectly seasoned. Yous, our server was completely attentive, warm and inviting Excellent service and meal. I'll bring more people here to eat.

Been missing Turkish food since my trip a few years ago so was happy to try the Mangal…read more It did not disappoint! My favorite items are the yogurt chicken shish kebab which comes with a fresh salad and rice, the stuffed grape leaves and the lavash bread -which if fluffy, fresh and delicious! I have done take out and eaten there - either way the food is perfect! And they give you a big size portion - so good for leftovers or for sampling a few things with friends. Even better than the food is the service - you feel like you are eating at a friend's house! I appreciate the beautiful decor inside and out. It's still a hidden gem, but please check it out so they are successful.

Simplified version of being back in Turkey and having a great meal that you can pick. Whether it is…read moresome chicken or going truly vegan, you will find something to like and enjoy. The chefs know what to make and how to make it. And, if you had ever been to Turkey, you would know that each region has a slight difference on the taste and the spice. In the end, it is all good, and I shall go back. Enjoy it and see what you have been missing.

We dropped in here for lunch while we were in the plaza shopping. It is conveniently located in the…read moreTri City plaza at US 19 and East Bay. The food choices are all freshly prepared. My friend had a chicken swarma pita and I had a custom bowl. It is an excellent concept. The bowl starts with two bases. I opted for spring greens and quinoa, but there are several choices including rice if preferred . Then one can choose up to eight different items , a sauce and then on to protein choices. My falafel was cooked while I waited. It was very tast and not as dry as some I've tried. The bowl was 12.95 and was enough for two meals for me. My friend said the sandwich was excellent and she managed to finish it. Service was good, people were friendly and the place was very clean. It is a cafeteria style but not too busy. Definitely worth a return visit to try all the options. There are also wraps on offer and kebabs. And I did notice while I was waiting for my falafel that the place serves only halal meat if that is important to you. As a vegetarian I found plenty of fresh options. I recommend this place.

We popped in here for lunch close to their opening time since the place we had originally planned…read moreto visit closed at the last minute for renovations. I did no preliminary research other than it looked clean and it was well rated! @Peter and I decided to go for it. It's spacious, uncrowded and a custom bowl/wrap counter-order kind of place with a fun, unique set of possible ingredients. Danielle provided friendly service as we picked carbs (aka base), toppings, dips, meat and sauces. I exactly calculated the possible combinations since I like math and... it's a really freaking huge number! I selected a combination of quinoa, brown rice and arugula for my base... yummy and fits my very strict, natural-food-only, no artificial ingredients, diary-free diet. I skipped the dips because I really didn't get an answer regarding ingredients or origin. I chose a wide array of veggies including multiple kinds of olives, beets, radishes, cucumbers and more. I obtained chicken shawarma for my meat which turned out to be well seasoned, thankfully. There is no salt and pepper available for diners and I asked twice and looked myself. I skipped the sauces because again there was no info on ingredients. I did try the harissa hot sauce and I can report it's both tasty and atomic. We enjoyed our meal and I ordered another to go, for my wonderful wife. Christina helped and was also friendly and helpful! Another employee kindly explained Boustan means garden in Arabic which was nice to learn. Life is good with a surprise, fresh tasty meal. I just wish there was info on ingredients so I could possibly expand my choices. The prices are remarkable fair and frankly low, by today's standards.

Cava in-person or delivered to your door is always exceptional! I've had the harissa avocado with…read morechicken but now my new fav is with stewed lamb! The staff is always welcoming no matter how busy they are. Location is clean and bright!

First time at a Cava! I heard a lot about this place…read more Everything seemed clean, menu was easily seen. Order at counter. Service was a little snippy when I asked about menu (obviously it was my first time). She seemed impatient in explaining, which was unfortunate. Otherwise it's a build your own bowl place. They have some tasty protein options. I tried the lamb balls and spicy chicken when was pretty good. Also tried a bit of a friends falafel and it was not dry! Honestly, I felt all the flavors were pretty good. I didn't even need to add on extra sauce. I paid about $20 for a bowl. I got an avocado add on and an extra scoop of veggies. I felt it a little pricey for what you get. The portions were small, however it did hit the spot. Mostly seemed like you could also craft a healthy meal here. For that price I would wish for a little more veggies or protein for a fuller bowl.

Incredible restaurant with beautiful interior, great service and amazing food…read more We ordered Turkish Traditional Dish and added grilled chicken, also a Greek salad. It came with warm and delicious pita. Portions are generous and food seems like it's cooked with care. Definitely a great place to come back to. Highly recommend!

This spot is such a pleasant find! I had been craving authentic Turkish/Mediterranean food. With…read morebeautiful, cozy decor and attentive staff this was exactly that. We started off with Babaganouj and Falafel. The Babaganouj was my favorite. The falafel was moist on the inside but a little hard on the outside which made it hard to cut but still delicious as well. Then I got the gyro platter with yogurt on top and finished off with baklava. Everything was delectable!

This is my 2nd time visiting LALA in St Pete and had a blast! Went with a large group on a Sunday…read morefor brunch (reservation made a couple days beforehand) and we all enjoyed it. I ordered the chicken and waffles as I wanted a bit of savory and sweet. I meant to ask for the berry compote on the side, but forgot. However, the berry compote on top of the waffles was actually pretty nice and added to the meal. I also ordered the Black Truffle Mac and Cheese. Me and my friend ordered that last time and we chowed down, it was DELICIOUS! Perfectly cooked, thick, yummy cheese, and great amount of flavor. The big draw for my group is the open karaoke! On Sundays, LALA offers open karaoke in the main restaurant from 1-4 pm. There's a small stage at the front of the restaurant. It's free, you just add your name to the list. There usually isn't a long wait to sing. The last couple of times, my party was able to sing several times. Each time, the list was short, so the same people kept going up to sing again and again. It's a very fun environment. We had Patrick as a server this time - he was very patient and really attentive. It's not a huge restaurant inside (but still good amount of seating) and everyone I've come across from staff to patrons have been amazing. Great stop to visit if you're checking out St Pete! LALA is located in a great area, right in the middle of Central Ave. Would absolutely recommend a brunch here if you're looking for something fun and different but also still a bit laid back. There's so many little shops and venues to check out along Central Ave if you're still wanting to keep the party going.

Where do I even start? LALA was absolutely amazing! From the food to the drinks, service, ambiance,…read moreand overall experience, everything was on point. We started with the seacuterie board (seafood board), which was fantastic, and the charred octopus, and asparagus which were delicious! To be honest, everything we tried was flavorful and beautifully prepared. And the drinks... We had the Pink Flamingo, Old Fashioned, and Espresso Martini, and every single one was delicious. They definitely know how to make a great cocktail! The service was excellent--attentive, friendly, and welcoming--and the ambiance made the whole experience even better. It has such a great vibe and is the kind of place where you can relax, enjoy yourself, and make an evening out of it. Amazing food, delicious cocktails, great service, and a wonderful atmosphere. LALA gave us the full experience, and we will absolutely be back for the karaoke night. Highly recommend!

Such a great little find! I had an iced Americano with the Hawaiian salted caramel syrup, regular…read moresweetness, and almond milk, and it was so good the perfect amount of sweetness without overpowering the coffee. I also got to meet the owner, and she was so sweet, welcoming, and genuinely knowledgeable about coffee. You can tell she really knows her stuff We also tried the bacon, egg & cheese croissant, the egg, cheese & chorizo burrito, and the Frozen Bullseye a frozen Red Bull drink with strawberry shortbread. Everything was really good, but that Frozen Bullseye was such a fun treat! Definitely worth stopping by if you're in the area. Great coffee, good food, and even better people!

Would you like a coffee to-go? This is a drive through…read morecoffee joint, but, please cut out 20 minutes of your day to make a purchase. (Wasn't busy) Iced "vanilla" latte was price at 8.02$. You are charged for every sugar free sweetener pump individually. AND don't forget to tip on the 8$ coffee. (The prices aren't listed on drive thru menu) Staff are super pleasant if you're into feeling like an inconvenience.