I literally try to go once a week. It's like my stomach knows when do not go and I start to crave…read moremy chicken over rice. For $9 and a short wait, I received a tray, packed with chicken over rice, covered in this white sauce with a pinch of the hot sauce, with soggy pita and lettuce mixed all together! And yes this works. It's delicious! So much food in that tray, I can eat lunch as well! Great food, friendly and quick service, outstanding barg for a food truck.

Went back again today. Perfection! Chicken and Rice tray with flat bread. Service with a smell can…read morenot be beat!

First of all, don't let the looks of this place cause you not to try it... It's a janky looking…read morelittle food truck that's always parked on the corner of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive andWaughtown streets, but boy when I tell you, they make the best samosas you will ever eat... they are huge and filled to the brim with potatoes, chickpeas, and they are always seasoned just right! They are also always fried to perfection and the pastry dough is always flaky and delicious! They've got other vegetables in them other than the potatoes and chickpeas, but I'm not sure which ones they are but I do know that they are all delicious because the combination of them make a beautiful melody in your mouth. they are also slightly spicy, but you are given a spicy sauce if that's your thing... I tell you it's my thing! The owner is always kind and helpful when I have questions about the other foods they offer. He offers other items and dishes that I'm sure are delicious, but I have not tried them. I'm just so addicted to his samosas! The prices are also extremely reasonable as each Samosa is only about $3.50. because it's a food truck of course there is no ambience at all. bottom line: you have to try this food truck! It's definitely a hidden gem!

The food was good, the prices were a little higher than I thought but not horrible. It was about…read more$25 for two lamb and rice trays. Came with lamb, rice, some lettuce and a slice of tomato. They had a red spicy sauce and a white sort of tzatziki kind of sauce on the side as well. The location isn't the greatest but it's a food truck and it's consistent. I am excited to come back and try some more stuff on the menu.

Sumela is such a gem. It had been several years since I'd been here, but everything seemed to be…read morethe same. I was craving their Mediterranean salad, and it was just as I remembered. Where else can you get a salad with pasta salad, piyaz, and grape leaves in it? Talk about so many Mediterranean flavors in one bowl! Our server was great; she was very attentive, checking in on us and refilling our waters when needed. Our food came out quickly, and it was fresh and delicious. My spouse ordered the Duram Adana, which was full of flavor, and was definitely spicy. Our only critique was that it came with a bag of chips, though you can get a different side for an upcharge. We shared the Mixed Appetizer plate, which came with hummus, baba ganoush, piyaz, grape leaves, and fresh pita. The baba ganoush was beautifully smoky, and the pita was pillow-y soft. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch spot, or a cute place for date night, be sure to check out Sumela for a great, local place.

Going back over 20 years ago, I worked a few blocks from Sumela and it was my go to for lunch…read moreseveral times a week. I began working for myself around that time and don't eat out much anymore but I do occasionally still make it in when I meet friends or family for lunch. I've noticed a more prominent social media presence lately and in those posts Turkish pizza, pide, was featured. I'm in! We started our dinner with an order of falafel. It's one of my favorite dishes and I make it at home occasionally. My husband ordered the Adana Kebab and I of course just had to try the pide. The choices were only beef or spinach so spinach it was, since we had beef with the other entree. We almost always eat half and switch plates, so we can try several things and this was no exception. As always the adana was delicious, I just love the seasonings in the meat. The tabouleh was very different than I remembered though, consisting of way more greens than much of anything else so the flavor just wasn't the best for me. The pide was yummy, simple and flavorful, a perfect size for a lunch portion in my opinion. Filling but you wouldn't be stuffed. The staff were very attentive and as always, the owner made a few rounds in the dining room. It's great to see a local business standing the test of time and still cranking out good eats!

FINALLY a place that has actual fresh falafel. I had the delight of trying out Halal Gyro Food…read moreTruck and I got a falafel wrap and my co worker got a chicken on rice, I loved my wrap and she loved the chicken on rice too. My wrap was flavorful and the sauces that were provided paired so well with the rest of the food! They have a lot of options to choose from! I can't wait to be back. There is a number you can call and you can place the takeout order before getting there. Asim helped me out and he asked how far I was so he could make my food accordingly, very smart!

Like I didn't even finish my chicken over rice. My favorite truck is on vacation for 45 days so I…read moredecided try this one. I would not recommend. The chicken over came in under $10. The chicken is this red paprika color, the rice is scarce, no pita is included. Was not appetizing at all with these little strange red beads around the chicken. Eww. Service was usual, the wait was around 5 minutes. I will not be going back.

This place took me by complete surprise...in an amazing way. I was transported from Greensboro to…read morehalfway around the world for about 45min, and boy was it a great ride! Craving something Mediterranean, something international and authentic. Shish House popped up on my radar and I stopped in for an early weekday lunch. They have the usual and traditional Mediterranean dishes, but I wanted something different today. Went with some authentic Yemeni food. I ordered the Fahsah Lehm. This is a Saltah (traditional Yemeni stew) with melt in your mouth lamb that came out piping hot and bubbling in a clay bowl (see vid). You can feel, hear, smell and taste the authenticity in this dish. Spices and flavors flowing all over. It comes out with an amazing garlic sauce and a Yemeni style green sauce, almost like a salsa. And if that wasn't enough, you get the biggest clay oven bread (a Yemeni Malawah) you have ever seen. Words don't do it justice, see pics for details. This is honestly the perfect edible shovel. Tear some off, scoop up some bubbling lamb and spices, then drag it through the garlic and green sauce. Get messy...flavor the authenticity this dish explodes with. One of the best international experiences which transports you somewhere else. And it's just a small unassuming spot in the international corridor on Market St by Super G Mart. ***PLACES LIKE THIS DEFINE MY LOVE FOR FOOD, AND WHAT MORE FOOD CAN DO THAN JUST SATIATE HUNGER. TRULY AMAZING, AND A TRUE HIDDEN GEM.***

We walked in mid-day and were a little confused if we should sit ourselves or where to go. A lady…read morestood up from behind the counter and pointed to a table where we could sit. The menu is not too complicated. I ordered the chicken Sambosa. I think I would prefer if it was a vegetable Sambosa. I also ordered the lamb shawarma. It wasn't bad. I tasted my friend's hummus and tabbouleh. Both were good. The service was just ok. Our waitress dropped our drinks and food off and left us alone. The food wasn't bad. I think I would come again if I'm in the area. The mint lemonade was delicious. There isn't much to the decor or ambiance.

Whenever you're in downtown Charlotte, recommend giving this place a try. Yeah, I know it's a food…read moretruck, but it's reasonably priced, convenient, and tasty as heck! Service is super fast and the portions are adequate. It does taste great. There's also tables right next to it. We ordered three lamb over rice with a drink. Very good. Definitely a great vibe for a food truck. This is our second time eating here and we have enjoyed each meal. Recommend giving this place a try.

Only spot open near my hotel after arriving into Charlotte late. Not a bad option for a late night…read moreeat, service was fast, food was cheap, just don't expect a TON out of the quality. What you pay for is what you get.

A solid pick for a quick lunch or snack - dine in or take out. Everything was made fresh to-order…read moreand the owner was a very nice and hard-working guy. A simple establishment, but a diverse menu that is very Americanized. No overly strange or strong spices, and medium-sized portions at a good price. I had the falafel wrap, and the deep-fried chickpea was tasty without having too much spice or seasoning. Lettuce and tomato were fresh and well balanced in the wrap. I opted for the seasoned fries which were nice and the perfect salt balance. There is a couple of tables out front for the sunnier time of day, and a great record store next door to browse through while you digest the meal. Next time I will try some of the more exotic items... several people came in for the chicken tikka and rice dishes and appeared to be regulars.

We were shopping downtown and decided to eat dinner here because we saw some Indian options. I…read moreordered the Chicken Tikka Wrap. It was fresh and was good. The owner gave us an habanero hot sauce that was hooottt. It wasn't too spicy for my taste, but it get the tongue tingly. Usually when restaurants say the sauce is hot...it's not usually hot, but this one is definitely hot. Try this place out and find out for yourself!

Love their food !! Service is great !! & workers are nice!! Would definitely recommendread more

Drove almost 2 hours to get here for nothing. No food truck in sight. I called the number on Yelp…read moreand someone answered and said they're temporarily closed - 01.14.2023

The restaurant was extremely clean and bright. The owner was very helpful and went through the menu…read morewith me. I ordered the lamb kabob gyro and it was great - lite sauce - enough lamb to satisfy. I plan on going back to try the lamb chops and lamb shank on Fridays. Five Stars - absolutely

Food lacked flavor, had the kebab platter. Was hoping for homemade hummus was def notread more