This is my first time here, and I walked in very pleasantly surprised with the decor. Simple and…read moreyet, very charming, very Arabian. I read other reviews and immediately that I wanted to try their lemonade with mint, which was heavenly. It was extremely refreshing, not too sweet, not too sour, tiny chopped leaves of mint floating around like confetti. I ordered the lamb shank, a plate of pickles, and also ordered falafel and avocado dip to go. The lamb was very well seasoned and fall of the bone tender. The accompanying cucumber bits in yogurt sauce was refreshing. The side of mushrooms with carrots and corn kernels that came with the dish was mediocre, particularly since the consistency and look of the mushrooms looked like they came from a can, but I may be wrong. The plate of pickles was delightful. I will admit that I was very disappointed because I had read that lentil soup would be complementary with main dishes when anyone dined in until 4 PM, but I'd never had any lentil soup at all, unless I am mistaken about the offer. Service was fast, even though there was only one server, who was, by the way, very polite and attentive. All in all, I will be back and I might actually end up being regular here.

Had the opportunity to try Layali Halab and was very impressed. We visited on a Saturday afternoon…read moreand seated without an issue. Our service was great, very patient in answering questions. The restaurant was very clean and very busy with customers. We were served lentil soup and was absolutely delicious. We ordered some traditional Mediterranean dishes and also very good. Prices were very reasonable and lots of dishes to chooses. Decor is very nice and plenty of seating for small and large groups. Great experience and will be back, highly recommend Layali Halab, give them a try.

Last night, I stopped by Sultan Mediterranean before heading over to Word Up at Hot Java Bar. I'm…read moreglad I joined the waitlist when I did, as the wait was a bit longer than expected even on the list. The ambiance inside was like a cozy cafe with Mediterranean vibes, especially at the register. We were seated and already knew what we wanted. I ordered an Arnold Palmer, and the mint in the lemonade was refreshingly delicious. For my meal, I opted for the Chicken and Beef Combo. The grilled chicken kabob was incredibly tasty, and the beef kabob was bursting with flavor. It was served with rice, grilled tomato, and a cucumber and tomato salad, all of which complemented the main dishes beautifully. The tzatziki sauce was some of the best I've had in the city. This place is always bustling, and I can see why. The food was absolutely delicious, and my leftovers were just as good as they were when I first ate them. I'm already looking forward to trying more of the menu on my next visit, which will be sooner rather than later since every dish I saw looked mouthwatering. If you're searching for a Mediterranean restaurant in The Grove, you've found it. The staff was also very friendly and attentive.

Our little supper club came in for dinner on Saturday. They do not take reservations but the wait…read morewas worth it. Our party got there a little before 6. We waited around 20-30 minutes to get a table to accommodate the 7 people in our party. We stood around by the entrance while we waited. When we were finally seated, they put us on the second dining room which has a better ambiance and much more quieter than the main dining room. Someone brought us a pitcher of water which fell slightly short of giving all 7 of us full glasses. Some of us ordered their lemonade mix. I had the one with pomegranate which tasted fresh and made in house. We shared 3 different appetizers: babaganoush, hummus and saksuka. They brought us a basket of naan. They were huge and still warm. The only thing I would have asked for would have been that the naans be cut into smaller pieces so people are not touching naans that others will have to eat. Our appetizers were all excellent. The babaganoush, specifically has fantastic flavors. This might have been the best babaganoush I have ever tasted! For my entree, I ordered the lamb kabob served with some dressed rice and salad. Okay, usually I don't care for rice. It's bland and pretty boring but they actually seasoned their rice here so well that I've completely forgotten I was eating rice. The kabob was so flavorful like it has been marinating for a while. The meat was tender and juicy. We didn't do any dessert as we were all very full in the end. At least 4 out of 7 brought home leftovers. My one friend had made a comment about his pilau being larger than his head! Service was good. You pay up front. If you come in with a large party and ask to split the check, they charge $1 per card. We asked to have our bill split 7 ways and then 2, 2, 2 and 1. She said she understood but then did the math wrong anyway. We didn't bother and just paid the even quarter split and my friends refunded me the difference. Other than a few nuisances, it was a great dining experience. No joke, this place has some seriously good eats. And to be honest, I can't wait to come back!

Love this place! There's dishes for everyone's palate and…read moreappetite including heat/spice levels. Our favorite shareable (that's actually an entree) is the Mango meatballs. We first tried them at a Festival of Nations and have been hooked since. They're a flavorful curry and meat dish that can be loved and enjoyed even for those not a fan of heat. One thing to note is that the curried lamb dish IS spicier than the curry chicken since the curries are prepared with different ingredients. I love the curried lamb dish almost more than the mango meatballs. The others in my party had the beef kebabs and the national dish - Qabelli Palau. Both of those were also exceptional! When you walk in, there's several steps to enter the restaurant. Then, you'll be guided up a few more stairs into the dining room and seated at a cozy table. The decor is minimal and traditional. I like how simple everything is. The focus really is on the service and the food. We're regulars here, but I'm just late to reviewing on Yelp.

When I walked in, the inside felt a bit homey since there were some Afghan decorations including…read morethe flag of Afghanistan. The mantoo dumplings were delicious, but I felt like the bread was not necessary since there was not enough sauce to justify it. Despite that, I still enjoyed eating there and the staff were pretty friendly.

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!

This is a must try and I am pretty sure it's one of my favorite Mediterranean restaurants EVER!…read moreWe loved every dish! From salads to the main entree. Highly recommend the mezze platter and the Royal Mix Grill.

My friend and I went here for a catch up night. We wanted to try something new and since we had…read morenever tried Mediterranean food before. The parking lot is well lit and the outside was very clean. The building used to be an Italian restaurant, but this family bought it and moved in. We were greeted upon immediately coming in the door and we were seated very quickly. The interior is very nicely decorated and was very clean and organized. Everyone greeted us with a smile. After we sat, we sat for quite a bit of a time before the waitress came by and asked for our drink orders. The owner (I assume) came by and asked what we would like to drink and he got those for us. The waitress was very slow in bringing refills and taking our order. They were not busy. Though she was slow, she was very polite with great customer service. So...the food!! OMG - we tried lots of different things. We ordered the sampler plate (Mezze) which was hummus, baba ghanouj, falafel, bread and arabic salad. Please, remember this was our first try of this type of food and the texture took a minute to get beyond, but the flavors are amazing. They know what they are doing with their seasoning. I was very impressed with the appetizers. Then the meal comes - I had the Chicken Tawook Plate with the Fattoush Salad. The salad was made with all fresh ingredients and the picture in the menu looked exactly like what I received. It was fresh and invigorating with flavor. The Chicken Tawook just popped with flavor in my mouth. I couldn't wait to share with my friend. I have to admit, I was not a fan of the rice, but it was cooked perfectly. Just wasn't flavors I enjoy, but my friend really liked it. My friend wanted to try a couple of things so she ordered the Musakhao with 1/2 grilled chicken. I've never really had chicken melt in my mouth before, until now! It comes on a flat bread with grilled onions, but the chicken is cooked to perfection! I cannot say enough about this chicken. She also ordered the cheese Manakeesh which is very similar to pizza, but they do something crazy right with this dish. Calling it a pizza is so very wrong. This isn't like a traditional "American" pizza. It is very hard to explain, just go and try it!! And dessert - I have had quite a bit of baklava in my lifetime. This was the best I have ever tasted. You take a bite and it just completely melts in a caramel flavor in your mouth. Do not get just one. My friend ordered the cake that is very similar to tiramisu, I don't remember the name and it isn't on their online menu at this time. She said it was to die for. This is a little bit on the expensive side of dining, but the quality of this food is worth every single penny. My friend and I spent $106 total, for all this food. So, it's not crazy expensive. Regular fountain drinks are $3 each. My over all review is give this place a try, they really deserve it. Try something new if you haven't tried this type of dining, this is a wonderful place for your first go at it. And when you do - leave them a review, it would be great to keep them busy and around, since we don't really have anything like this in the area.

First time patron, wasnt sure what to expect, but we were absolutely blown away! Every course and…read moreevery dish was delectable from start to end! The waitress was very kind and attentive, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting, it felt like i was eating at an old friend's place. If I had to give a recommendation for a new experience, it will always be this place!

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

Ordered the original Palestine, mixed grill, spicy. It was delicious and super messy (not a bad…read morething!) Ladies working were very nice and the sandwich came out quick. It's rather dark inside, which isn't too inviting to stay and eat, so I suggest to go...just grab a lot of napkins.

Second time here and received the same good quality food and service. Still a newbie to this menu…read moreand Palestinian food so I am clearly overwhelmed by the options but the employees are so helpful in the selection process. They walk me through ingredients in the plates, the popularity of the items and even their own preferences! I will say the ambiance was quiet, I would love to see more people in there.

I was looking for different and unique along this self-directed food tour of the Delmar Loop, and…read morewe did find that here at Ranoush. Before 7pm, our small party of four were almost the only ones in and that was pleasant. The hookahs were not being used and the place was quite comfortable. We ordered a couple of appetizers and enjoyed them. The pita with baked halloumi cheese was very delicious and still so even after it had cooled while we were talking. The spicy potatoes were good though not particularly spicy. And the basket of pita breads were irresistible and yes, super hot! The service was great and the seating is comfortable. My only disappointment is that they had nothing particularly special to drink. No Lebanese wine or even regional imported beer. I was hoping for something different. [Review 438 of 2026 - 507 in Missouri - 25621 overall]

I got chicken shawarma from here and it was so flavorful!! The garlic sauce was also delicious and…read morethe rice was somehow even more delicious and full of aromatics. Yum!!

I decided to come here for a small lunch when I was in the area. Ordered a hot chai, humus, and…read moresoltani kabob with lamb.The owner was nice. He's just all by himself so I did have to wait quite a while for my food, but my food was really good. Both of the beef and lamb skewers were flavorful and tender.

The best rice and chicken dishes. I got the one with the raisins and it was incredible. The owner…read moreis super nice and even sent us home with some lamb juice to cook with. Will definitely return and bring friends !

So glad we tried this! We went for a mid-day lunch and service was prompt and courteous. Simple…read moreinterior with appropriate decorations. The appetizer Aushak was hands-down my favorite. It's like a little pierogi with leek filling and lentils on top. I could have eaten a plateful! My husband had his signature spinach and I ordered the eggplant. It was charred to perfection and fell apart on the inside - FANTASTIC!! We will return for sure!

We have driven by here a bunch of times, but finally stopped for dinner on Fathers Day…read more We asked for a suggestion on an appetizer and the server recommended the Mantu. It was very tasty and we enjoyed the sauce and lentils. We ordered the beef kobida kabob, lamb biryani and karahi chicken. All were very flavorful and had generous portions! My wife made 3 meals out of her biryani! The interior is decorated well but we spotted some cobwebs that could use attention. Our server was also distracted and was on her AirPods when she came to the table each time. Delicious food and a great way to learn about other options/flavors!