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    Nazif's

    3.9 (279 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Vegetarian Pide
    Ravi K.

    we visited this restaurant to try their Knafeh. The ambience is beautiful. Although we wanted to try their Knafeh but could not stop ourselves from ordering other items on their menu. Veg and Chicken Pide are good. Knafeh was out of the world as expected. The staff was good and quick with service. Lentil balls was not what I expected. I was expecting them to be fried. They were nothing but lentils with some spices. Overall, it was a good experience. Will return to this place to try some other items except lentil balls.

    Lahmacun

    First time here, and it was very good!! Lahmacun and shepherds salad were exactly what we wanted!

    Chicken kebab
    Brigid W.

    The restaurant looks nice and clean when you walk in. The waitress was attentive and nice. The menus were diverse. I liked that they had vegan and vegetarian meals clearly marked. My friend liked the chicken kebab platter. The chicken was tasty. The only downside was having French fries on the platter, as they seemed out of place. The falafel wrap was good, and the veggies in the wrap were fresh. When signing the bill, I noticed gratuity was already added. I am fine this idea, as I always tip anyway.

    Here is the salads so fresh and rice pudding .)  Eggplant Salad Omg there is so many food
    Aliya J.

    Usually I always come to Nazif on week days and really like their kabobs and lentil soup also rice pudding. Today we came with my friends to Nazif on Sunday and they had open buffet. I recommend to come and try their open buffet as well beside week days. Food was so delicious and fresh everything was so good as always.

    Tim C.

    We really enjoyed our first visit to this foodie paradise, we're already planning the next visit. My wife and I both got lunch combos from the last page of their extensive menu. My wife got the combo 3, ground meat pideh.....looks like a pizza shaped like a canoe, yum, lentil soup which was the best thing we both ate, and rice pudding. Each combo lets you choose between a selection of entrees, fries, salad or soup, a dessert and a soft drink. I went with the combo 4, I picked the beef stew pideh, lentil soup, baklava and a diet coke. The lentil soup arrived with a basket of bread that went well with the soup. Great food and stellar service, we'll be back soon.

    Kunafe

    Food is consistently amazing and servers are so friendly and attentive. One thing I appreciate so much is that they have a spot for people to pray in private! Their kunafe is the BEST in Houston and I've tried it at a lot of places. I also love the baby shish, wings, and keema & cheese pide. I highly recommend!

    Yasser H.

    This was by far the worst Mediterranean food I've had in my life. Normally they have an ala carte menu but because of Ramadan, they had a buffet also available and it was priced at $25 per person. I came here with a few other friends as they wanted to dine with me. We had a total of four people of which two were fasting and two were not. We were all excited about the buffet but it fell way below our expectations. The line was very long as there were hungry fasters ready to fill their plates. The first thing I noticed was that there was no beef kebabs and basically no beef dish except for a cheap look-alike version of stroganoff which by the way tasted awful and penne pasta with ground beef?? They had a chicken dish which look good as it had chunky cubes of chicken but it was very dry and bland at the same time. The hummus was also very dry and pasty and the Greek salad was mediocre at best. The tabouli needed more lime and garlic and I don't even know how to describe the other dishes that were on the buffet. I don't even know what they were and I struggled to develop a taste for them. There was a desert section with plenty of desserts but nothing that stood out as I sampled and nibbled my way towards utter disappointment. There was a plate of some mangoes and pineapple which I somewhat enjoyed. This place was an absolute rip off and this buffet is not even worth $10 and to not have any good beef item, deserves the price to be slashed by $10 at least. Save yourself the money and just go to Dimassi's right down the street. These people offer a very misleading buffet And I'm still upset at blowing away $30.

    Cheese Pide
    Harry B.

    After a very busy day, my wife and I deserved a very delicious lunch. This was the perfect choice (our 21 year recommended). Eating here was our first but it won't be our last. We enjoyed the quick service and friendly environment. Waitresses were very polite, especially Ms. Perihan and knowledgeable about the food. I definitely recommend this to everyone.. (my wife asked to to also include that it is a very clean place:)

    Yunus L.

    We stopped by for an early dinner at about 6 pm. Yes that's early for our desi standards. We were greeted and since we had a reservation, we were warmly seated and tables adjusted to accommodate our party of six folks. Unfortunately those seating was too hot and sun was shining right on our table and was very hot so we requested and moved to a different booth. The restaurant was very busy and the staff was warm but struggling to keep up with the customers. The AC was not working and still at our new sear we were HOT and sweating...swearing. Our orders took about 20 mins to come but felt almost like an hour because of the heat. The appetizers were probably complimentary and were the most tasty. The mixed grill and the burger was served in a different wooden platter which was unique and tasted good. The drink we ordered was the ' Uludag ' and was an orange Soda. It feels bad but overall we could not be comfortable bcoz of the heat and felt the staff was nice and polite but over worked and understaffed and could not even get us water and tea and drink took a long time and apologized profusely.

    I cannot recommend this place enough. Food is delicious - they are attentive. Sultans choice dessert was so good - lamb was delicious - dips are great

    Taking a break from Imelda!
    Maria S.

    I hate to lower my rating but service was terrible. There were only two waitresses. I wasn't offered water. I had to ask for it as well as for bread. They used to bring silverware wrapped in a napkin and I didn't get any. I had to again ask for it when I received my vegetarian sampler platter. I could have used a napkin when I got the bread with olive oil. The menu has changed and the prices have gone up. A salmon sandwich is about $16 from what I saw on the menu. I used to love this place for the reasonable prices and better service.

    Jeff M.

    I really enjoyed everything that we ordered at Nazif's! The chicken kebab was phenomenal & so juicy. The lahmacun was some of the best that I have tasted. We appreciated the clean environment, friendly service, and the owner was very attentive. Great place to enjoy delicate Turkish flavors in Texas! I'll definitely be back.

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    Had a very tasty takeout lunch that lasted for two lunches. The mixed appetizer was good with the best hummus I've ever had

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    Grilled food is good.I like a turkey salad with onions and the sour dressing is very delicious. Service good.

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    Horrible service, cold food, expensive, overcooked. Bad would not recommend at all. Over charge you check your receipt twice.

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    Levant BBQ

    4.3
    (129 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    While visiting Houston, we wanted to find some great halal barbecue and came across Levant. There…read morewere three of us, and we each ordered a plate with a choice of one or two meats, two sides, and a few extras. We tried the turkey, brisket, and jalapeño sausage, and every one of them was delicious. The brisket was especially impressive--moist, incredibly tender, and so soft you didn't even need a knife to cut it. The sides were very good, but the meats were definitely the highlight of the meal. One thing we really appreciated was the toppings bar, which included pickles, onions, pickled onions, jalapeños, and two different barbecue sauces so you could customize each bite. They even had a mini soft-serve ice cream machine for a little dessert after your meal, which was a nice touch. They also offer family meal options, making it a great choice for larger groups. The restaurant was clean, had plenty of seating, and the staff was friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. If you're looking for excellent halal barbecue in the Houston area, Levant is definitely worth a visit!

    I never thought I'd see a Mediterranean BBQ place! You're met with a cool modern yet classic Texas…read morevibe as soon as you walk in. The kitchen line has lots of workers happy to help with questions and let you see/try anything you are not sure about as they have some non-traditional options for a BBQ place. Having said that, all the food options work so well together. I got brisket and chicken. Chicken was fine but I'd skip it and go brisket all the way. It was so tender and juicy. They have several sauce options. You can't go wrong with any. They were in the middle of construction/expansion but there are still lots of seating options in or outside. I would definitely go back here instead a typical BBQ place. The flavors just hit so well together. And the Mediterranean style is clearly a healthier option. Do not miss out if you're on weathermen near the galleria!

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    Beef rib, good but not really worth the money
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    4.3
    (1k reviews)
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    So tragically I must've lost Internet connection and the app didn't save my review, which was…read morepretty lengthy when the food was fresh on my mind. I may need another visit to write a good one, but I will say that everything I ate that day was absolutely fantastic and everytime I think of Indian food, Musaafer comes to mind.

    Should have been a better experience throughout but was lacking. Service shouldn't just be ok with…read morethe Michelin label and price. Exception was Ani as he was very informative. Didn't have an issue getting a seat without a reservation which was nice and also telling. Only one thing I ordered was good. The rest was not memorable in a way to want to experience again. The lychee ceviche I was looking forward to was underwhelming. More beautiful than tasty, which the dessert suffered the same fate. The soccer ball was photogenic but it should be both with the level of sophistication in taste they acquire in their craft. It was reminiscent of a Cadbury egg. Just the peaches and the chocolate were unimpressive and not complimentary of each other. The tuna papad was amazing. Some subtle hints of aromatic Indian flavors and and sweetness. The contrast of crisp and soft and presented well. That's how I expected each dish. The rizala was creamy but not exciting with bold flavors like I was hoping. The lamb was inconsistent. One of them was tough and texture/taste off. The rest were tender but not flavorful enough in seasoning. Tried a new naan. Nimbu it was ok but too thin for naan and the lemon essence didn't really spread well across. Mango pina colada was nice. Quite disappointing for $220 though. Possible I just ordered terribly. The chef tasting menu didn't look appetizing or sound very Indian so I ordered à la cart.

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    Lamb Chop Sufiyani Biryani
    Lamb Chop Sufiyani Biryani
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    4.7
    (341 reviews)
    9.5 mi
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    Love this spot! Amazing west African food! Great service, delicious flavorful food, small space…read moremainly to order and go sit out in the post central seating area. The golden bowl is what they have samples of before you order. This bowl has curry and plantain these are my favorite flavor of the dish it gives the dish a powerful flavor that blends so well with any protein. Unique traditional dish definitely worth a try. What I order : Golden Bowl any protein is a good combo (chicken/ steak /shrimp protein options)

    I had a very disappointing experience. The portion size was much smaller than expected, especially…read morefor the price. The steak was supposed to be tender, but it was tough and chewy, and I only received three tiny pieces for a $10 steak add-on. I ordered my meal to go and didn't realize until I got home that my order was incorrect. I specifically ordered it with jollof rice, but I was given plain white rice instead. I tried to give the restaurant a chance to make things right by calling them. Instead of addressing my concerns, I was told they were busy and to call back in a few hours. That was frustrating, especially after spending $40 on a meal and an appetizer. Overall, the small portions, poor quality steak, incorrect order, and lack of immediate customer service made this one of the worst dining experiences I've had. Unfortunately, I won't be returning, and I can't recommend this restaurant based on my experience.

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    The line moves-use the time to make your final selections or enjoy a sample.
    The line moves-use the time to make your final selections or enjoy a sample.
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    Popcorn chicken yum
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    Las Brasas Charcoal Chicken

    Las Brasas Charcoal Chicken

    4.2
    (338 reviews)
    6.2 mi
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    I've been to this Peruvian restaurant a few times before because I usually like their roasted…read morechicken. This time I called in an order for tallarines saltados and two whole chickens for my family. They told me it would be ready in an hour, which was fine. When I arrived to pick it up, the owner handed me the food and casually said he replaced my tallarines with lomo saltado -- without asking me first. He said it was "a better choice" and that they were out of tallarines. I told him clearly that I did not want lomo saltado, but he kept insisting, so I just took it to avoid arguing. When we got home, the real problem started -- both chickens were undercooked, tough, and hard to chew. It was so bad that I told my kids and family not to eat any of it, and I ended up throwing everything in the trash. I paid good money for this meal, and we didn't get to eat at all. Changing an order without consent and serving raw chicken is not acceptable. I won't be coming back.

    The owner is super nice, caring, and helpful upon ordering. Las Brasas currently has quite a few…read moregood deals. Specifically the lunch deal that contains 1/4 piece of a chicken and 2 sides with rice. The crispy potatoes are amazing, all for $9 with a drink as well! There are lots of space to dine in and well decorated representing the culture and an image of what the restaurant has to offer!

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    Chicken potatos and rice and beans. It was okay
    Chicken potatos and rice and beans. It was okay
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    Shah's Halal Food

    Shah's Halal Food

    4.4
    (16 reviews)
    4.4 mi

    We ain't in Queens anymore…read more For years, I've eaten on Shah's all around the borough, initially out in Ozone Park and Briarwood before finding a real audience in Sunnyside. Now that they've sufficiently blown up around NYC, I was a bit shocked (and excited) to see them finally come to H-Town. What's the verdict? It's good enough to pass muster for NY standards (#1), is open super late, and will likely be my go-to Halal food for the foreseeable future. Since I've only had it in cart form, I'm still a buggin over the fact it's become a franchise. It's similar to my shock of eating Halal Guys at a store for the first time. The digs feel as foreign (prices, large, clean and bright interior) as it does familiar (taste, logo, etc.). Even though I had a laugh seeing the wall photo-mural of a Shah's cart in Times Square, I did appreciate the nod to Ozone Park with the 121st & Liberty street signs. The chicken + lamb combo platter ($12) is and always will be the winner. The lamb had the same kind of seasoning that most Halal spots out here try to replicate but can never get right. The rice was fluffy, and the white sauce was easily the highlight. I can understand why they've decided to bottle it up and sell it as liquid gold. It makes every meal better. Kofta ($12) and chapli ($13) are rarely my favorites, but I knew I had both in platter form. The addition of adding chickpeas and these other salads is not something I'm used to from the carts (#2) but I loved the fact it was drowned in the white sauce with a dash of hot sauce. The latter is supposedly extremely hot, but I didn't find it that spicy. While I have to say the cheeseburger was a bit of a disappointment (overly bready, thin patty), the pakora chips and french fries were fabulous. They were perfectly seasoned, had a nice crisp, and frankly would be an excellent, gut-busting addition to any platter. I don't love the extra charge, but I hope they remain consistent with it. This store location in Westchase along Westheimer is an up and coming part of town. There are numerous Middle Eastern businesses in the adjacent area, along with an abundance of parking spots and a good amount of late night activity. Service was friendly but I do hope they keep their standards up. As time goes on, I'm 100% convinced this will be a destination for the many late night meal seekers and fans of NY nostaligia. __________ (#1) Which automatically supersedes a lot of the ones here in Houston. Just keeping it real. (#2) Is the chickpeas a Houston thing? Genuinely curious.

    Excellent lamb over rice. Got a bogo offer on Uber eats, and decided to try it out after great yelp…read morereviews. Yelp was right. Flavorful, filling, and fresh. I got the white sauce on the lamb and the spicy red sauce on the side. Unfortunately after a few bites I put too much hot sauce on, which made it less enjoyable, but that was my fault. I'd order this again, very solid, reminded me of some of the best halal trucks in NYC. 5*.

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    Chapli Platter
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    Turan Uyghur Kitchen

    Turan Uyghur Kitchen

    4.4
    (70 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    Its been a while since I last had Uyghur food (back home in LA) and I was pleasantly surprised to…read morefind a spot out here in Houston. This is a nicely sized spot next to the Jusgo plaza in Houston Chinatown, so plenty of parking and also food options. It's tucked in a corner but should not be written off. Its a pretty casual sitdown restaurant and we were welcomed and sat pretty quickly on a Saturday around 8:30PM. We were provided menus and started ordering everything that sounded good (within reason for 2, sorta). We ended up getting the Uyghur polo with lamb shank, Uyghur goshnaan, korma chop, garlic cucumbers, mint tea, and a yogurt for dessert. This was more than enough food for 2 but I wanted to try a bunch and this is me holding back. The Uyghur goshnaan was very crispy and the filling was flavorful and juicy, good lamb flavor and nice spices. The Uyghur polo with lamb shank was great and the pilaf had a nice sweetness with raisins that cut through some of the fatty richness of the lamb. The korma chop was also super flavorful with a nice savory sauce and noodled with an excellent texture, very QQ. I don't usually order cucumbers at Asian restaurants cause I can make a cucumber salad pretty easily at home but the one here was very good. Excellent refreshing crunch and garlic flavor to go with all the other dishes. The mint tea was also nice to wash down the mountains of food I was inhaling. I also enjoyed the yogurt, it's a thicker yogurt like a Greek yogurt and topped with honey and raisins. Again, a nice sweet/tart treat that didn't feel too heavy after everything else. I definitely need to come back as I didn't even get my big plate chicken but it'll be hard to choose between all the options. I def recommend this spot, esp if you like lamb as all the dishes we had were excellent and priced fairly for the portion and current economic situation.

    Trying Uyghur food for the first time at Turan Uyghur kitchen!…read more what we got: lamb leg lamb skewers chicken plate lamb dumplings honey cake every bite was delicious! i definitely recommend the chicken plate, lamb skewers, and the honey cake. staff was very nice. this is an ethnic minority in china and such a unique food experience! staff was very nice and the space is decorated beautifully. plenty of free parking in the front!

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    K1 Lamb Kebab
    K1 Lamb Kebab
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