Holy deliciousness. Incredible dinner experience at Esnaf tonight! We know we will be back--we will…read morewant to try new things, but it will be so hard because we loved everything we ordered tonight and would definitely order it all again. The branzino was excellent. We did the kebap trio -- the chicken was our favorite. For dessert we got the katmer (pistachio cream-filled filo pastry, served with pistachio gelato) -- this was a fantastic recommendation from our server. Service was top notch. There were three servers working inside and outside, quite a few tables including a big group, and they were so on top of it, warm, welcoming, attentive. Truly standout five star service from the moment we walked in--thank you, Esnaf staff! We loved our experience here. The restaurant is also beautiful! Get a table by the window if you can. Definitely a great date spot or place to linger over drinks with friends. We can't wait to be back.

Amazing Turkish restaurant with such a warm and wonderful atmosphere! The music and ambiance were…read morefantastic. We were greeted with a big smile at the door, which I think is so important. The service was excellent from start to finish. Our table was checked on frequently, and they constantly asked if we needed more bread or anything else. Empty plates were cleared promptly, and everything felt very attentive without being overwhelming. A special thanks to Kerem and Cansel for taking such great care of us! As for the food, I think we ordered way too many mezes, so we didn't have room for the main courses. We'll definitely try them next time. Everything we tasted was delicious and very well prepared. My personal favorite was the Girit Ezmesi. And the bread deserves a special mention. it's freshly baked and brought straight to the table. Absolutely wonderful. We will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended!

Lamb shank was super tough and dry, totally overcooked. Falafel balls were also extremely dry…read moreinside. Neither of these tasted fresh (prepared and cooked maybe 1-2 days prior? Wouldn't be surprised if lamb was precooked 2-3 days prior.) Dips were good and fresh though. Maybe I should have gotten bbq'd items but I'd expect everything to taste good. Very "club" atmosphere with top 20 type songs playing. BYOB was nicest part!

Mazra remains amazing, and it somehow continues to improve over time. It seems like the owners &…read morestaff are always looking for ways to make the guest experience better, and it shows! As much as Mazra is great at/known for their meats, they also put so much thought and care into their vegetables. For example, our favorite mezza is their Whole Cauliflower, which is a massive cauliflower head that's roasted and then coated with a lemon tahini dressing. (They also give you more lemon to squeeze on it.) The cauliflower always comes out perfectly roasted; the inner parts are tender and toothsome, while the outer parts are crispy and a deep, golden brown. Another great vegetable option is their Veggie Plate, which is a plate overflowing with delights on a bed of their rice: falafel; a segment of their cauliflower; roasted broccoli and potatoes; their saffron mushrooms; and a halloumi roll. Each item is about as perfect as can be, and the sheer quantity makes it a fantastic deal. Of course, we still love their shawarma plates, which you can get with either chicken or steak shawarma. The meat comes thinly cut and tender, and somehow still a bit juicy! The plates are also a great value, since they come with a ton of great items that pair well with the meat. These include a rich, savory sauce (toum [garlic sauce] with the chicken, tahini with the steak) and two of their amazing sides. My favorite sides are the baba ghannoush (creamy and earthy) and their fries (golden, crispy, and pillowy). They continue improving the space, too. The pickup window makes it so much easier to get takeout, and they've really dialed in the flow of the inside and back courtyard seating areas.

Wanted to try a new Mediterranean spot in San Carlos and since they have a cute outdoor patio, we…read morebrought our pup out on a warm night. We ordered the saghanaki ($18), greek salad ($16), salmon ($34), and gnocchi ($28). The server was kind enough to split the salad and plate it for 2 as he saw we were sharing. The saghanaki is always a hit - flaming cheese and oil? UGH. It's like an elevated grilled cheese once you pair it with the complimentary pita bread. The gnocchi was good and the salmon was cooked well. We were the only ones in the restaurant for a while, and staff checked on us frequently.

Pylos is a great spot in San Carlos! The service was warm and welcoming, the vibe was relaxing and…read morecozy, and the food was great! I ordered a gyro plate and it came with a good amount of meat, pita, and veggies. The prices are pretty fair for a sit down restaurant, and the wait times weren't very long at all on a Friday night! Overall a great place to grab a bite that's a little more elevated from your usually gyro spot.

Excellent food and spectacular service. Love going to this restaurant. All the meals are…read moreconsistently delicious.

Sarah our server was so kind. She checked on us multiple times throughout the evening. It was…read morepretty busy on a Friday night. Shared the beef kebab entree with the pumpkin, yogurt and meat sauce dish and a side of spinach. I like how the restaurant is tucked in the corner of a strip mall and non descript from the outside. On the inside it's bustling and usually a small wait (cuz people love it here)

Falafel Tazah did perfect job with our catering order!…read more Everything was fresh and ready right at the pickup time. We got a mix of lamb, beef, and chicken kabobs, and they were amazingly tender, flavorful, and perfectly grilled. Along with that, the family style menu also included pita, rice, salad, falafel, hummus, baba ghanouj, and baklava, which were all fresh and delicious. And to top it off, the portions were so generous that we probably could have fed another 4 or 5 people on top of the 20 we ordered for. Thanks Falafel Tazah!

Good fresh tasting food. Love the wraps especially…read more The deluxe falafel wrap was flavorful and juicy. I love the depth the eggplant brings to the table. The diced veggies were plentiful. The portion was huge. The shawarma special bowl with lamb/beef was delicious and a perfect meal with all the flavors you want. The rice was cooked well, the pita was fluffy, the meat was tender and flavorful, the grilled veggies were bursting with juice. It was so savory. When it's busy it can be a bit of a wait.

We made lunch reservations for 12-16 of us on a FIFA game day, they set up the screen for us to…read morewatch the game. Food was delicious, a variety for all of us from vegans to meat eaters. Clean and cutely decorated, staff and owner were pleasant and very helpful!!!

The food and ambiance was great. Service was friendly but slow and the apps came out fast but…read moreentree took a bit long. Food ratings are below: 5 - the fried calamari was lightly battered and fried to perfection 5 - seafood paella was delicious and the seafood was cooked well with a generous lobster portion 5 - kumimdo oysters were fresh and sweet 3.5 - chicken skewers were cooked well but seasoning wasn't as balanced as I've had at other places. 3.5 - lamb riblet was well seasoned but on the dry side.

Not exaggerating when I say this is probably the best shawarma I've had since being in Jordan. It…read moreactually tastes authentic, and everything was super fresh. The place has such a cozy, homey vibe, and the owners are genuinely so sweet. Honestly, I have no idea why this place isn't packed all the time because the food is that good. It feels like one of those hidden gems that people somehow haven't discovered yet. If you're looking for really good shawarma and just a place to have good authentic middle eastern food this spot is 100% worth checking out.

Actually 4.5 stars…read more We ordered the chicken shawarma plate, a hummus appetizer, and the chicken with hummus appetizer. All the food was delicious! They do put some sauce on the shawarma, which we will ask them to hold next time because the chicken is so flavorful it doesn't need the sauce. The chicken shawarma plate was generously portioned. The hummus appetizer was delicious and the pita was yummy. It was our first time here so we weren't sure exactly what to expect with the chicken with hummus appetizer - not worth the $17 price tag, given the other items. It was yummy but too expensive for what you got. The service was 5 star! The ambiance is nice - casual but nice. We will definitely be back soon!

Tucked away across the street from Carlmont Village, Capo Mediterranean Kitchen is a bit of a…read morehidden gem. They have a great variety of Mediterranean dishes, and every time I visit, I find myself ordering something different. So far, everything I've tried has been delicious, with generous portions that make it easy to come back and try more. Highly recommend their beef and lamb plate. Their plates usually include a unique pink yogurt sauce that really catches both the eyes and the taste buds! Definitely a spot worth checking out if you're in the area! Parking is a bit tough in the lot on busy days like Saturday, so be prepared to park either in the neighborhood or at Carlmont Village.

Casual place that is perfect for lunch!…read more We enjoyed the baba ghanoush, red pepper hummus, tzatziki, chicken shawarma, and chicken kabob. The pita is yummy too! The Greek salad was soooo good. The falafel was a tad dry. The staff are very sweet. I am glad this is in our neighborhood!

I visited on a Friday lunch day. There were about 18 customers sitting and steady flow of takeout…read morecustomer. ORDER Lamb and Beef Gyro Plate ***STARS (stand out qualities) FOOD (4.5/5 stars) -meat quantity was great and quality was decent -salad seemed well balanced with different ingredients aside from greens -rice was the most flavorful SERVICE (4/5 stars) -I arrived early and didn't order right away due to waiting for a large group. Despite that, the staff didn't not give me any issues -they served food pretty quickly -server agreed to take group photo when we asked -service is not outstanding but passable AMBIANCE (4/5 stars) -clean and beautiful decor -good amount of seating for parties of 2-4 and flexibility for larger group party of 10-12 TIPS -easy place to split group with large group since you order and oat before seating Overall, I enjoyed this restaurant and open to coming again!

Super yummy spot. I got the Adana Kebab plate. The meat was tender and juicy you can tell they had…read morejust cooked it up. It came with rice and some bread and salad and hummus. There's some outdoor seating. Solid turkish food! Very cute inside, too bad I couldn't eat inside because our dog was with us.

Food is great and service is fast and efficient. We have tried the lemon fries. They were very well…read moreseasoned and went well with the beef/lamb gyro..

Nick the Greek is one of those places we order from at least once a week, usually from either the…read moreFoster City or San Carlos location. We genuinely cannot pick a favorite because both are consistently excellent. Our regular order is the chicken gyro salad, loaded with fresh greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, pickled onions, hummus, tzatziki, and a generous portion of chicken gyro meat. Everything tastes fresh, the meat is flavorful with those delicious crispy edges, and the spicy sauce adds exactly the right kick. It is filling without feeling heavy and somehow always hits the spot. Both locations have been remarkably consistent with quality, portions, and flavor. When you find a meal this reliable and satisfying, it naturally becomes part of the weekly rotation.