absolutely amazing food!! it took a bit to get our food but it was well worth the wait.read more

Stopped in for lunch based on the great reviews and it lived up to the hype. It's a fast food joint…read morelocated in a small strip mall with ample indoor seating and a couple of outdoor tables, and plenty of parking. They have daily lunch specials on their Gyros (the menu says M-F, but the owner told us they expanded it to every day). We ordered the chicken gyros and lamb gyro which comes with rice or fries and a drink for $11.99- a terrific deal! The food is made fresh and quick. I had the chicken gyro with fries and let me tell you this was bomb! The gyro was loaded with a good amount of tender crisp chicken pieces, piled with lettuce tomatoes, onions and topped with a tangy herb spiced yogurt sauce- all stuffed into a soft and fluffy pita. The side of fries was heavenly. It was super crispy but tender on the inside. So good. Everyone marveled at how delicious their plate was. What a great place for Middle Eastern food! Highly recommend.

Best grape leaves ever Cooked with love inspiration from a…read moreyoung chef- she's just 19; Highly talented and amazing at her skillRecommended by the Local "Charlie- Their Lebanese Grocer Umm so good Ambience is stunning; very caring waiters; Will come back soon

Ambiance.... what a beautiful, and contemporary establishment you have. The 'fire wall, the…read morelights the bar! Just excellent. Service was excellent...thankful for Dave... You have very friendly group that was sincere at welcoming us...Heard it from the initial phone call I made to check if reservations were needed to the moment Dave held the door open as we left because I assisted my father and had to hold him. Appreciate that. Now for the food. Simply worth the wait! We started with the abundant Hot Mezza Combination to offer my parents a variety since this was their first time to try the cuisine. Dad enjoyed it, mom love it, esp the baba ghanouj...we all did. All on the platter was perfect, esp the falafel, the light tender mixture was beautifully seasoned with the fresh green herbs (thinking parsley, dill?, mint AND the kibbeh. Enjoyed our entrees, Ouzi (described like beef wellington), 2 skewers of lamb, 2 skewers of beef) no room for dessert. The skewers were so tender and seasoned perfectly...rice & veggie were also perfect. What a great place to have celebrated my parent's 61st Anniversary! Just a small suggestion, to review your pricing, to get more people in the door. You have a beautiful place, incredibly amazing cuisine, and excellent team of servers, etc. Will be back, always

Located just steps from the beach, Lily's Mediterranean Grill is a small seaside spot that delivers…read morebig Mediterranean flavor. They even have a few parking spaces out front, which is convenient. I ordered the lamb gyro, and it was absolutely delicious. The bread was soft and fresh, the tzatziki sauce had just the right tang, and the portion was generous. Everything about it was spot on. As a nice surprise, the chef sent out a sample of their spicy potatoes and they were excellent! Crispy, perfectly seasoned, and a great complement to the meal. If you're in the mood for a fantastic gyro with authentic flavor and friendly service, I highly recommend Lily's Mediterranean Grill.

Beautiful location and really nice people working here and taking orders, they bring your food to…read moreyour table and make sure you have what you need. My hubby and I chose the beef plate and chicken gyro, which sadly did not impress in the flavor profile, I will say the tzatziki sauce didn't have any of the usual flavor, and the pita was barely warm and difficult to chew. I wouldn't come again but I hope they are improving and I just experienced an off-day.

My wife and I landed in Skewers last night Fridays are busy so but we got lucky and grabbed two…read moreseats at the bar, a good move Our experience was great The craft cocktail and wine were absolutely on point. Food was very good and homemade dessert outstanding Our bartender/ server was very attentive and excellent at his trade Will go back with friends and family Just another reason to love Melbourne and its hospitality

Headline: $18 for a Veggie Sandwich? Overpriced, Authentic in Name Only, Where is the beef?!!…read more Save your money and check your food before you pay. I paid over $18 for a Shish Kafta sandwich that was basically all bread and garnish. I'm not exaggerating--there was barely a morsel of meat in every bite. It felt like a total rip-off!!! As someone who has worked in Middle Eastern kitchens for years, this was a massive letdown. Red flags from the start: the waitress claimed Shish Taouk (tawook) is the "fastest" item (proper chicken takes time!), and the cook wasn't even middle eastern and clearly had no idea what he was doing. The Tabbouli arrived dry and unseasoned, no lemon juice or even wedges??? I ordered the Shish Kafta ($18+), and it was an embarrassment. There was so little meat it was practically a salad wrap. When you pay nearly $20 for a sandwich, you expect a proper protein portion, not a "hint" of Kafta. No lemon, no napkins, no utensils, no attention to detail. This place relies on the name of the food without understanding the food combining principles of the recipe. Check your bag before you leave, or better yet, go elsewhere. The only thing that seemed authentic about this place is that the owner is arabic.

The food was delicious! The appetizer taster provided a tantalizing array of delicacies. Ziad's…read morespecial chicken was an exceptional dish with such amazing flavors. I am excited to come back to try more. The ambiance is really cute I like how you can see the chefs in the first room. If thats not your speed they have a second room that is separate. The service was great! They are super nice and family owned. They included a delicious Lebanese coffee on the house.

**INITIAL REVIEW** I…read moream currently on a Greek/Mediterranean food kick after eating it, which was fantastically made and indulged in, when I was at the Sponge Docks in Tarpon Springs, FL. To my delight, Melbourne Main Street a.k.a. Historic Downtown Melbourne finally had such food added to its food scene when Aya Mediterranean Cuisine (which I will shorthand simply to Aya for the remainder of this review) opened up. Eventually, I got to try Aya out albeit their lunch menu initially. What I got was a fantastic meal in which I long to try more of their fare. Aya is located on the northern side of New Haven Blvd. in Historic Downtown Melbourne. It is the last business on the west side of the train tracks, which used to be Continental Flambe if anyone remembers that. I went in at the latter end of Aya's lunch hours as they close around 2 p.m. to prepare for the dinner rush. The decor looks more like a rustic upscale tavern flanked by fine dining decor, both from the 1980s. Aya was clean with the space optimized to fit the most patrons during a rush, but the restaurant does need some TLC. Almost all the ceiling's tiles had water damage and the carpet was frayed. Not sure if this is something Aya can fix or if the landlord of the building is blocking them from doing renovations, but it is noticeable. To keep things simple, I ordered the Gyro Wrap ($13.99), which was seasoned beef and lamb with feta cheese, onions, lettuce, tomatoes and tzatziki sauce. Side options can be more traditional sit-down with rice or a salad (I assume it is a feta salad), but more of the "fast food" route with fries. I like how they deconstructed the wrap with the slices of beef and lamb, veggies, and sauce being separate, but assembled with pita cut into corners/chips. Yet, all the lamb and beef are on top of one small pita so you can add the veggies and sauce. And if you ordered fries, you can add them in too for the "food truck" experience. Not sure if Aya will allow you to use ketchup on a gyro wrap though. On a sidenote, there was a back "bar" area where alcoholic beverages are sold, and the restrooms - at least the men's restroom - was clean. Ultimately, Aya blends class with a family-feeling when eating at their restaurant. They even give more specification to their food as the generalization may be Greek/Mediterranean, but they have specialization in Lebanese and Moroccan cuisine, something I am sure the family whom owns it, spearheaded by the owner and chef Ziad Aseid, envisioned when they opened this restaurant. Despite the visual issues I found with the restaurant itself, Aya is a solid four-out-of-five stars for their initial review. If they are consistent with their food and service, I will give them their fifth star for consistency in an updated review.

Chef Toni is absolutely amazing. She is the owner and chef. I am beyond impressed. This is a hidden…read moregem for sure. We each got a glass of wine, and Toni basically gave us a whole tasting of Lebanese wines. She is extremely knowledgeable about wine in general. The food was next level. I have never had middle eastern food but this was a great introduction. The only minus is that this place is NOT kid friendly, and you absolutely must call ahead and get a reservation. Chef Toni was actively turning people away who did not have a reservation because she simply cannot fit more guests into her restaurant. There are no kids menus, and I don't even think there are high chairs. Toni did try to accommodate as best as she could- she made our entrees shareable for our toddler and she made sure he had extra pita bread! Chef Toni offers a "chefs table" experience, starting at $95/person, chef Toni will ask you some questions and curate a menu specific to your desires / dietary needs. We stumbled upon this place by happenstance but we will absolutely be returning. See Chef Toni featured on Food Network!

Recommended by a friend who saw their segment on Bay News 9 in the Tampa Bay Area. Very busy…read morelittle restaurant when we stopped in earlier this week for lunch. Good prices, delicious falafel appetizer well worth $9. Hubby had a tabouli salad that was excellent, my chicken shawarma wrap was messy but was quite tasty. A little on the messy side (oily floors), but otherwise a solid dining experience with very fair prices and we will return.

Food is a Hit every time! The food is done at the moment so it takes a bit to get to your table,…read morebut you can be sure is made fresh for you. The lady there is super friendly, and super nice, and cooks so deliciously. They also have an area with products that are always a go for me. The ambiance is always familiar and quiet. Never a missed point with the food.

Wonderful food and service ! The lamb shank on smoked rice was delicious. I have eaten there…read moreseveral times and everything was delicious

Tucked away in a strip plaza on US 1 you would miss it if you didn't know. Fortunately they have…read moremade their signage way easier to read. The interior is clean and simple. Lots of accolades from local papers on the wall. The little Greek man greets you and is a hoot. The lady who took our order was also very friendly. We had our go to favorites. Classic Gyro and Pastichio. The gyro was huge and filled with meat. A bit dry for my taste and the tazaki sauce helped a bunch. The pastachio was great. With side salad it hit the spot. The dressing was very good. They do offer some Jamaican flavors at times but not today. Protip. Park in the back. It is just easier and that is where the handicap spots are. FYI

I wish I could give this Olympia Restaurant a 100 star.. Great service and Good Food. They Lady…read morethat owns this restaurant was very nice and She can cook.. She has Great customer service skills. Me and my wife loved our food. I will Definitely add Olympia Cafe as one of my Top Restauran!

Gyros & More II is located in the Hibiscus Center shopping plaza and I will say that parking was a…read morebit of an issue when I got there just past noon on a Wednesday afternoon. With multiple dining options at this shopping plaza, that is to be expected. Fortunately, a few cars pulled out as I was pulling in, so I got lucky. Walking in, the place is definitely a no-frills type restaurant. There is nothing wrong with that. There is nothing fancy about a gyro. I ordered at the counter and as I was paying with my credit card, the woman pointedly told me that there was a tipping option. Also, be advised that they do charge three and a half percent more if you use a credit card. I went with a special gyro combination, which consisted of a gyro, a side (I went with French fries), and a drink. It was about fifteen dollars after tax. A bit steep, but it is what it is. My food came out in a somewhat slower pace, but it was the height of lunch hour. The gyro was not as filled as I would have liked (especially at fifteen dollars). The French fries were your standard frozen fries bought out of a restaurant supply store. My meal was okay, but nothing overly remarkable. I am torn between giving Gyros & More II either three stars or four stars. It wasn't bad, but it was a bit expensive and I would have liked to have had a bit more meat in the gyro. But still, it was a decent enough lunch. It was also obvious that Gyros & More II was popular. It was pretty crowded when I was there. I guess ultimately I will up it to four stars (though I wish I could give it a three and a half star rating). Oh well, four stars it shall be. If you are in the area and craving a gyro, Gyros & More II offers a decent enough gyro for a bit higher than I think that you should pay, but everything has gone up in price. Four stars it is for Gyros & More II.

This restaurant came recommended by a coworker and did not disappoint…read more There is a private parking lot and it gets pretty busy during the lunch hours. Luckily people come and go quickly so I've never had an issue finding a parking spot. It is a casual restaurant that is very popular for to go and take out orders. There is a lunch special that comes with a fountain drink and a side or you can get a platter that comes with 2 sides. My go or order is the classic gyro sandwich with all the toppings but there isn't anything I have had there that I do not like. Even when it is busy the wait is not crazy, though calling in to go orders is not a bad idea. Staff is quick, nice, and professional. LPT: pay in cash it is cheaper