Such good food! My kids said the broccoli pie was "the best pizza I've ever had!"…read moreNice and clean inside. Would definitely recommend for kids/families.

I regret not finding this place sooner! We ordered take out, the food was perfect! Our service from…read morethe time we stepped in was great and the ambiance in the restaurant was quiet, cozy and friendly. We ordered hummus, falafel, chicken shawarma and garlic spread. The food was perfect - flavor and portion sizes is a 10/10!!!

Everything I've ever eater here is fabulous. We enjoyed theirrat pies and they have a variety to…read morechoose from. Their staff are so gracious and provide amazing and friendly service.

Fantastic food, fantastic service and atmosphere. Lentil soup was perfect on the cold day…read more Falafel, rice and everything else was very fresh!

Woody's Oasis has been serving great food for many years. Their mujadara, hummus, eggplant, and…read morefalafel are always good. The service is excellent. The atmosphere is relaxed and conducive for talking,

Decent middle eastern food in Okemos. The grape leaves are fantastic and the kafta is very good if…read moreyou eat meat. Many vegetarian options.

Would you believe me if I said I waited 10 years for this wrap/sandwich!!!?!?!? I moved away from…read moreEast/Lansing and recently returned. I ate here often and sadly took it for granted. Every single time I ordered a cauliflower or falafel wrap somewhere else, I expected the same quality ingredients as Aladdin's and unfortunately I have been disappointed every.single.time because nothing compares to here! My cauliflower is perfectly cooked with the floret browned to bring out the natural sweetness while retaining the crunchy bite I'd expect out of cauliflower. The pita is fresh and holds up to the packed ingredients inside. The lettuce and tomato are always crisp and never floppy or dull. The absolute icing on the cake is the picked turnips!! I assumed everyone had this special ingredient but I don't often find it and if when I do it's nothing like Aladdin's. I can't believe I waited this long to indulge myself in one of my absolute favorites!!! The other best part is they are small business owners that are very open to modifications and new ideas for options which is always awesome in this age where if you don't have an online or mobile order you're rushed through a transaction. If you want local, fresh, quality ingredients.....then this is your place!!

Food was good. Worthy of three stars. The main reason I am giving it a two star is I am…read moreunfortunately want to sau is cleanliness. From the moment I opened the dirty glass door to the messy dirty floor I just can't get myself to go back there. Friendly owner and service was good. But it really needs to be cleaned up.

This is my favorite Mediterranean place they have been here for years the owner is a very friendly…read moreguy always remembers us the chicken shawarma is amazing put it with the rice and hummus garlic sauce and the pita bread one of the best meals you can have and if you like hot Stuff ask for there hot sauce it's made in house its got some kick so if your oekmos or Lansing Michigan area look them up there located in the mall food court you will be back for more

yum! I got the spicy falafel wrap. Fast, friendly service, Tons of flavor. Ambiance is what you'd…read moreexpect for a food court in a mall, but a little quieter and cleaner than most malls. would eat here again :)

Logistics. In shopping plaza, just east of Marsh Road along northside of Central Park Dr,…read moreconnecting to Time Square Drive, in Okemos. Vibe and First Impressions. Galley-like set up as you walk in. Breakfast diner vibes more than 'cafe and bakery'. Kitchen to your left as you walk down short corridor into cafe. Sloth-like chill attitude encouraged; the hashtag is #letshangtogether. Had fun looking at all the little sloth decor throughout. Lots of light and glass. VERY limited seating; seats about 15 (?) inside; mostly 2 tops and a 6 top. When we walked in, we were greeted warmly, permitted to sit where ever we would like, then handed menus. Turkish music playing was just a bit too loud. Hospitality. Friendly and helpful. Owner-chef seemed very happy to be there, singing and engaging with his regulars. Offerings. Basic breakfast and lunch items with Turkish and Mediterranean classics. No flavored lattes but other basic espresso drinks offered. Chai was excellent. Had the Turkish coffee because it was a Turkish joint; was REALLY good; strong. We had the Simit Platter; sesame-like NY bagel, feta chunks, and olives. All very good. See pics. Apparently they offer cooking classes, catering, and meal prep pick-up -- for ever-changing healthier, fresh, easy-prep take-out options. Of Note and Last Impressions. Lot parking. Overall, fun.

We tried a variety of dishes from here when visiting family. We got all of them for takeout for…read morelunch. The menemen was my favorite. Like scrambled eggs with tomatoes and onions. It was tasty and even better with the bread they provided. It could've been packaged in a better way because the oil dripped out everywhere by the time we got it home. Maybe a plastic container with a tight fitting lid. The mezze platter was also quite nice, especially the carrot appetizer. The bulgur patties were also flavorful. The artichoke was slightly disappointing because it didn't have any other flavor than salt and vinegar, similar to canned/bottled artichokes. The salad was fresh and the dressing was light. Overall, this was a light and tasty lunch.

Not what I expected by previous reviews and pictures. The tabbouli lacked flavor and didn't seem…read morefresh. Served hot soup in a styrofoam cup for dinning in. I wouldn't consider it a restaurant more of a grab and go. It did not feel very clean, walls were dirty at our table. The workers were kind but were having a loud passionate conversation which disturbed the peace.

Food is not tasty. Very downscaled for American palate. Alladins is much better! Compare the…read morehumus and you will agree.

Baklava was mushy, that's a first for me. Stuffed grape leaves were hard dry & chewy. My son…read morestopped here to buy us lunch an hour ago. Not for me

This is a small family owned deli type place. Great prices. Amazing food! The service is…read moreoutstanding! Everything we ordered was bursting with flavor! The veggie samosa's are so tasty, they are spicy though, which they didn't really tell ya. The thyme pita is outstanding! The garlic paste is SOOO GOOD! Not too garlicky, I still fluffy and made with egg whites, it's dairy free. The garlic hummus is amazing. The flavors are so much better than any other Mediterranean restaurant I've ever been too. I've been to California, New York, Oregon, Arizona. Never tasted such good Mediterranean food. Don't let the location or outside discourage you: this place is outstanding. Vegan and vegetarian options available. Dairy free available.

Fall is a hectic time in the Beverly household. Hot on the heels of what felt like the fastest…read more summer of all time, the chaos that is melding work, school, sports, and community schedules is live and direct. With four girls all at different stages of life, my much better half and I are typically frenetic throughout the week and certainly don't slow down on the weekends. We also have an additional challenge of working on MSU's campus and living on the westside- which, I'm sure I don't have to tell any of our readers, has been so much fun with construction. Some days, I crisscross the city six different times with meetings, practices, games, school fun nights, and family obligations. All of this means, that time for cooking at home can be limited and the energy to do so is even less. Even when I have my act together enough to make multiple meals ahead on a Sunday, the luxury of even thirty additional minutes at home and not warming a meal for starving adolescents seems sublime. We are often guilty of choosing the quicker option of dining out/take out, which brings on transactional costs in health and quality. So where does one find quick, healthier food options? Enter Middle Eats, the Warren, MI- based food chain that specializes in Mediterranean food which opened in Frandor in August of 2024. A cousin of chicken hot spot, Wing Snob, the endeavor aims to be fast, fresh, and healthy with its combination of bowls, wraps, and salads. They also strive to be convenient by offering a drive-thru option and online ordering to expedite their service. The full menu is customizable much like national branded fast Mexican assembly line chains, but absent the ability to watch your food as its prepared. What's Good The Spicy Chicken Shawarma Wrap ($8.99) was stout. Packed with shredded chicken that was tender and flavorful, pita chips, lettuce, grilled onions (optional, $.99), pickles, garlic spread, and spicy Dillio sauce. Dillio sauce is a yogurt-based dressing with garlic, shallots, lemon juice, and dill. The sauce was yummy but not overpowering nor overly fiery. A reasonably priced handheld that is big on yum and fills the hunger pangs. Not as healthy, but also high on the tasty factor are the Loaded Shawarma Fries ($11.99). I ordered them with steak ($2.00) and I was not happy I did. Thick cut, carnival style fries are topped with meat, feta cheese, diced onions, jalapeños, tomato (none for me thanks), and spicy Dillio sauce. This dish was large enough to share amongst the family, and we had leftovers. The added bonus was the pita bread on the bottom that soaks up all the delicious drippings. What's Really Good Middle Eats will be a go-to at our house for years to come because of their bowls. Whether you choose rice or lettuce as a foundation, you can load up the rest of the bowl with plenty of protein and veggies from a wide variety. My wife ordered the Falafel Bowl ($12.99) which a strong choice for vegetarians. Crisp, lightly fried falafel (deep fried balls of ground chickpeas and herbs) are joined by your choice of hummus and/or garlic spread, regular or spicy Dillio sauce, and then lettuce, feta, onions, rice, pickles, and tomatoes. The falafel was satisfying in both the exterior crunch and the warm and fluffy interior. The herbaceous flavors melded well with the hummus and veggies. Additional upcharges include cucumber, eggplant, or grilled peppers. On a previous lunch visit with a colleague, I ran into a high school friend who was there with her daughter who didn't have school that day. She revealed that Middle Eats has become their restaurant of choice for Mediterranean fare because of the convenience and value. My teammate and I both ordered bowls, him the Chicken Shawarma ($12.99) and I the Surf & Turf ($21.33). Both of us were satisfied and with the heaping mounds of meat and veggies and the accompanying sauces. Best Bite A special nod this month goes to the Fire Grilled Shrimp ($6.99/Skewer). Plump and juicy with just a touch of kick, but a ton of flavor, these crustaceans rival many of the top seafood and steakhouses in the area. Added to a salad or bowl and they are incredible, but also divine on their own atop a bed of rice. I look forward to finding time to enjoy Middle Eats Fire Grilled Shrimp in new ways including in wraps or on loaded fries.

I was hesitant to try this place, but considering the Middle Eastern game in the Lansing area is…read morenot as strong as the Dearborn area, I figured why not. AMBIANCE - this is a fast casual middle eastern joint. With seating for about 20 or so, it looks like your typical strip mall eatery. They have both self service kiosks as well as someone at the ready to take your order. SERVICE - my boys and I came pretty close to when they opened, so there weren't that many people. However, I swear we blinked, and all of a sudden there were 10 people behind us. The lady working the counter was helpful in explaining the menu and making recommendations. Food took about 10 minutes to get from when we ordered it. They also have a drive thru which I thought was interesting. MENU - the place specializes in bowls, salads and wraps. They also had some loaded fry options and a handful of desserts. It wasn't the deepest selection of food, but it had your classic chicken and beef shawarma, falafel and shrimp in any of those forms. FOOD - my mom recommended the chicken shawarma, so we got two chicken shawarma bowls, one steak bowl and my son got the loaded shawarma fries. the portions are pretty generous, so much so that my 16 year old son couldn't finish his bowl (he generally consumes everything in front of him). the combination of veggies in the bowl, with the sauce and the steak were really good. One thing that I thought was a little weird was the chicken shawarma was more cut up than it was shredded (it looked like grilled chicken pieces), but the taste was still there. OVERALL - not bad middle eats, not bad at all. Is the flavor on par with Dearborn? No, but it'll do in a pinch, and you certainly won't leave hungry. Celebrity Rating - David Andrews

I have never been a big fan of Mediterranean cuisine. Or hummus. But my wife is. And that makes me…read morestrive to keep up with her and be fair when it comes to choosing restaurants for both of us. When we went to this new restaurant just off of MSU campus I had my reservations. But let me tell you, it has consistently been one of the best experiences I have known. First, the place is beautiful. Very clean, bright and welcoming. if you're a guy like me, you don't know what's gonna taste good. Each and every time I visited the staff takes as much time as you need to explain what goes into each dish, how to make it better and make you feel like this dish is being made for you. It might be a little more than you would think you'd like to pay, but every bit of it is fresh. And that's worth a lot in this day and age. So if you're on the fence, try this out. Even better, out of the seven times I have been here, a manager has walked up to our table and asked us how our food was. That is a lost art. And it's very well appreciated. Outstanding.

horrible service they only care about online servirc. came in waited 15 minutes and then after…read morewatching them chop all the food up for online people who had not ordered yet they sayed they were all out of food. horrible service and were not nice people.