For as long as I can remember, my family and I have been visiting this Mediterranean institution on…read morePolk Street. Afrah is THE place to be for Mediterranean food - before Greenville Ave became Arab central, before there was anyone, there was Afrah. A beautiful, airy restaurant with gorgeous seating, a bustling dessert case, ice cream center and so many treats to offer under one roof. Afrah is to the Muslim community in Richardson as a glove is to a hand. It truly is a one stop shop for all your nostalgic cravings, and it would be a grave injustice on my part if I didn't stop by here and sing praise to one of the most loved Mediterranean restaurants in the DFW area. We visited here recently for an iftar buffet experience and were very very happy with the food we got. The buffet line was running smoothly, from staff working diligently to hand everyone a tray with napkins, plates and cutlery already set for you. Waiters were going around the massive dining hall clearing plates, making sure everyone had what they needed, seating patrons and asking if everything tasted good. This establishment runs like a literal well oiled machine and I am so impressed. The food was as always out of this world. Carefully prepared menu that satisfies everyone's taste buds. A good selection of classic cold appetizers like the baba ghanoush, hummus, and variety of salads. Always including something unique for a typical Middle Eastern flare. Hot lentil soup available with bowls carefully placed in the vicinity. So many different types of kebabs and freshly made hot pita bread being replaced like clockwork. The buffet had many of my favorite classics like Shawarma meat, beef kebab, chicken kebab. Lamb, chicken stew, baked chicken, everything was present in abundance. They even had salmon which I deeply appreciated as a seafood lover. My only complaint is the food wasn't hot enough which can be annoying with a buffet that is serving so many people during a busy time like Ramadan. Everything tasted absolutely phenomenal and when I returned for dessert, I was greeted with six different types of sweets from all over the world. That's the thing about this place. There's always something for everybody. The dining hall was bustling with not just Muslim patrons, but also a lot of American white patrons who equally enjoy the food here as much as we do. Inclusions of dishes like shrimp pasta, fried fish, chocolate mousse, and other fan favorites is a humble nod to non-Arab customers who love to frequent this place as much as we do. If you are looking for a quality Mediterranean experience look no further than this long-standing Mediterranean Haven. Thank you for nourishing the community.

I went to Afrah for a work event and had the buffet. It was…read moregood! I tried pita, kebab, chicken, falafel, rice, fruit etc... All of the food was well seasoned and enjoyable. There wasn't really any service to speak of since its buffet style. The ambiance was a pretty typical cafetera style restaurant. Overall, it was decent food, but I would not seek out to return here to eat. It was nice for a work event and very convenient. We were accommodated well.

Friends, this is a must visit. I took my young son, who had…read morenever experienced Lebanese food, after we studied Lebanese culture and history. Both of the waitresses that we had were incredibly kind, welcoming, and patient. The entire experience was fantastic. The food reminded me of the home-cooked Lebanese food. I had back in Zürich, when one of my best friends cooked for me. There were some folks at a table and they were obviously having such a lovely lunch together and joking about who was going to treat whom. Just felt like family, being there. I believe we met the owner? He was so kind to my son and to me, making sure that we knew we were welcome and invited back. For what it's worth? Hands-down, the best hummus I've ever had. The Chicken Shawarma, falafel, hummus, and vegetables - I cannot recommend this treasure enough.

Schwarma was very good. Both salads, Arabic and Greek were also top notch…read more Only suggestion is don't be afraid to explain the menu items. You are going to get a lot of new people in that don't know what Sujak or other items are. Tell us. Be proud of your food. It's great. See you again soon!

Good bread , hummus baba gannoush, chicken etc. Authentic Mediterranean style food. enjoy.read more

Beware! Do not order from their website. It reroutes to Zing.com. I ordered online and when I went…read moreto pick up my food, the restaurant said they do not work with Zing anymore. I started a refund process, but the whole experience left a bad taste in my mouth.

On the hunt for a breakfast closest to what I've had in the ME and this comes pretty close. Very…read morefair and great price for manakeesh. I got the cheese and zaatar mix which we call "cocktail" in Lebanon. The Zaatar is delicious. My only complaint is the dough is not as crispy as I like but I just ask for that next time. The meat pie is also delicious. Bare bones on the inside but great for takeout

Very simple concept; GREAT fresh Middle Eastern food for a fair price. It is all made in front of…read moreyou.

I discovered the place walking around the shopping center for places to grab some food while my EV…read morecharges a few minutes walk away. It seems like a father and son combo behind the counter so thankfully I came in at a slow time, otherwise the food might have taken longer. Ambiance is nice, very bright and vibrant with clean and colorful interior with traditional Arabi music playing overhead. Got a chicken shawarma with saj bread (a dollar more at $10 for it instead of $9 pita) a side of hummus (which came with a warmed up pita in tin foil and presented nicely with the usual olive oil and paprika) and man. While the shawarma only had the meat, pickles, and garlic sauce, it was probably one of the best shawarma I've had in the area. Hummus was delicious as well. Hoping to order from here more often!

I'm adding a second review because I come here a lot. I've seen it pick up a lot of business and…read moreI'm happy for them because they deserve the business. It's in an office park type area and so I feel like timeliness is definitely a part of the critique. I came at 11:30 on a Wednesday, I was the first customer and was still not able to make it back to work within my 30 minutes for lunch. The guy ringing me up couldn't get the order right and it was simple: chicken shwarma arabi, side of baba ghanouj. If they were faster this place would do so much better.

The atmosphere is very nice. Perfect for a night out. The workers go above and beyond with their…read moreservice. The food is also very good, 5 star quality!

We visited Andalous Buffet today for their Ramadan special menu, and I was honestly shocked by all…read morethe new items they added. The service was on point -- even with a full house, the team kept the buffet fresh and well‑stocked the entire time. I've tried a few nearby buffets, but nothing comes close to Andalous.

Stopped by Kasra Persian Restaurant for lunch and had a solid overall experience…read more I went with the koobideh plate, which came with a very generous portion of both rice and meat. The koobideh itself was good, definitely tasty, but more in the "solid" range rather than something that really stands out compared to other spots I've tried. I also had the mast o khiar. Super fresh, really flavorful, and a big portion. I like to eat it with the bread and alongside the koobideh, which might not be traditional but I love it. I also tried the tahdig gheymeh that my friend ordered. First time having it and I'm glad I did. The rice had a nice crunch and the stew was flavorful. Not sure I'd order it normally, but worth trying. The restaurant was pretty quiet during lunch, just one other table, so service was quick and smooth. I left full and satisfied. Overall, a good spot with generous portions and solid flavors. Not the absolute best Persian food I've had, but still a place I'd come back to when I'm in the area.

Wow, the food was phenomenal! From the moment we arrived, Katie welcomed us with the biggest…read moresmile. She was incredibly attentive and truly made our experience special. We ordered the hummus, fattoush salad (hands down the best in the city!), and lentil soup and wow, wow, wow. Every dish was fresh and full of flavor. I had the chicken thighs, and they were perfectly cooked and so juicy! 10/10 -- highly recommend!

Stopped by for a quick lunch while in the area, however we were very impressed with the hospitality…read moreand quality of food. Everything was fresh and homemade. Such a sweet surprise to come across a hidden gem. We had the chicken kebab plate which the portion sizes were so big we were able to take some home.

Albaghdady has a great new location on Greenville just across from Richardson's Chinatown. It's a…read morestand alone business with several parking spots. The entire outside of the restaurant is lined with tables so you can dine there if you like. The sign on the door indicates they take Covid seriously. Masks are required, and only 5 people are allowed inside at a time. I could only see two customers at the counter as I peered through the front door, so I waited outside until I would have a chance to order. Above the pastry display case was an electronic menu in Arabic and English that flashed through several screens too quickly for me to read. On the side of the drink refrigerator was a menu board in large print. The guy behind the counter was also nice enough to hand me a trifold menu I could take with me. There were lots of choices, but honestly I already knew what I wanted. I had actually been on my way to a different Arabic bakery to get some fresh khubz (Arabic flatbread), when I saw this place. I had been to Albaghdady's old location and figured I would give it a try again. The khubz is baked fresh daily. It is massive in size. I'm talking larger in circumference than an XL American pizza. I ordered a small bag of five not realizing that they would be this huge. As soon as I got in the car, I was tearing into the soft, fluffy saucer of gluten and shoving it in my mouth as I drove home. I just couldn't resist! I also ordered what they call an "Arabic shawarma" and some baklava and another pastry for my husband. The sandwich was far from what I would classify as an Arabic shawarma. It didn't resemble or taste anything like I had eaten growing up in the Gulf Arab states. This was more like an Iraqi sandwich. The flatbread is thicker and fluffier with pinched ends. The meat inside was thick slabs of beef. There were also these vinegary pickles. The sandwich was still quite tasty and I would definitely recommend trying it especially if you are looking to sink your teeth into something other than the standard American burger or tired club sandwich. I'm not a fan of filo, so I didn't eat the baklava. My husband devoured both pieces (one walnut and the other pistachio) and said they were delicious. I did order two pistachio and hazelnut dessert rolls. They looked delicious with the dark brown hazelnut wrapped around the bright green pistachio filling, but the hard rubbery texture was an absolute turn off. I think they used dates to sweeten it and hold it together. I couldn't get over that hard rubbery texture though. It didn't seem right even though I had never tried this sweet before. I couldn't do a second bite and spared my husband the misery by throwing his piece away too. This is a decent place that has some interesting and tasty items on the menu. I might be back because of its very convenient location, but I would probably get something different on the menu next time.

Delicious fast casual restaurant inside the Sara's Market and Bakery making kabob plates and wraps…read more Very fresh food cooked right in front of you and 4 stools available to eat in. Steak kabobs are made with filet mignon cuts! The grill makes lots of specials like Lamb Loin and Wagyu beef. The deserts are made in house and they even make a baklava with cheese called warbat. Incredible Dallas gem so good I kinda don't even want to share.

Living in Dallas, Texas, has its perks!! Our family seeks out new cultural experiences (grocery…read morestores, food & events) to learn more about the world outside our own. This was a fabulous adventure! We took a few hours to visit Sarahs Market and ate lunch at their S Grill. The market is very small, but every inch of its space is very special. First, we found our way to the back corner and sat at a tiny countertop with only 4 chairs. The counter faces an open top grill, and you're able to talk/ watch the chefs make the food. The menu is limited and pricey! We ordered one steak kabob ($26.00). The steak was served medium rare, very juicy, on top of a long rice (similar to rice pasta), and it was coated in a delicious seasoning completely unfamiliar to us. It came with roasted tomatoes & purple onion. You can select from several sides, we picked the hummus. It was a huge portion, enough for 2 people. The chef was so pleased to have us and was very impressed that we were there to learn. He gave us many "generous" sized samples of the sides and sauces they offered. Everything was made in-house, from scratch with fresh ingredients from their grocery store. It was a wonderful experience! The bakery aspect of this location is a small glass display case full of sweets, like macaroons, cheesecake baklava, and more. Most of them were new to us. The pastry chef gave us a few samples that had us buying a bunch to take home, lol. We strolled through the grocery store part of the market before leaving and bought a few items we already enjoyed. The difference was buying things that are made in-house, like pita bread. You can definitely see, smell, and taste the difference. A FIVE STAR review for their authenticity, hospitality, and delicious fresh food. If you're in the area you've got to try the Grilled Kabobs.

Hands down my favorite Mediterranean restaurant I've been to in DFW. Everything is always…read moreconsistently fresh and flavorful. The sauces are amazing - tzatziki, hummus, baba ghanoush, and more. I personally love the chicken cooked in a yogurt sauce, roasted cauliflower, and chickpea moussaka as my top standouts, but truly there are too many delicious things to name. I love how many chicken options there are as someone who isn't crazy about beef or pork. There is also falafel and plenty of beans for your vegan/ vegetarian friends. There were markers for allergies / preferences on the labels, but I didn't attend too closely as I don't have dietary restrictions. They have tasty rice pudding topped with pistachios and fresh fruit as something sweet to pair with your meal. I enjoy the lentil soup for dipping pita bread in. All you can eat buffets are always the best for getting to try everything and making everyone in your party happy. It's a bit on the expensive side (around $25 per person before tip), but it's totally worth it for special occasions. Within the last year they've redone the seating inside, but the food quality has stood the test of time!

I've been coming here since around 2010 probably. I really like the food (not so much the racial…read morevibe. They are not too fond of white people it feels like). But today was just too much! I've seen the price go from: $15, $18, $20, to $25... TAX AND CARD FEES HAVE AWLAYS BEEN INCLUDED. Well, today.... The young man told me it was $25 plus tax. So he said it was over $84 for three people. I complained a little to him about it and went on, THEN my wife heard the lady next to my male cashier charge someone the $25 flat with no tax!!!! I of course went and asked her WHY???? She said because the other guy paid with cash.... There is not tax!!!! I said you mean a credit card fee right?? She said NO.... If you pay cash there is no tax!!!!! I'd like the Great State of Texas to look into this one. I bet the comptroller would like to know about this!!! TBH, I really don't think the other guy probably even paid cash. It felt like a hate on whitey move to me. THIS PLACE IS SHADY.