It's a very beautiful clean place. The food is delicious and the customer service is amazing. They…read moreare super sweet and welcoming coming in. The staff really strive to make you happy and give you an experience that makes you want to come back again! They also gave me a little bag of pita chips because I told them I had a puppy in the car with me so I could give her some while we were waiting in the car as well.

Got the fattoush salad with chicken shawarma. The salad was fresh and cut in bite able sizes, the…read morelettuce they use has more darker greens & not the cheap stuff. Chicken was good, but not a fan of the seasoning. Different from what I'm use to. The dressing didn't do anything for me, felt like it was just oil & a little lemon. The place is nice & food was quick.

I stopped in here while in the area to pick up lunch. I…read moreordered both a Kafka sandwich and their meat pies to go. Have to say both were very good. Would like to come back and try some of the menu items especially the kibbie.

I love this place and I love the vibe- Albert is a wonderful host and you feel like you're eating…read moreat home, only the food is better and healthier than I could make The lunch specials are a great deal- my mom loved the chicken shwarma, I had the fattoush salad and we shared a hummus and vegetable plate- so much food! My mom took hers home and ate another meal or two the next day

I came in and ordered a beef kebab sandwich with fries. Their staff looked a mess and the register…read moreperson was arguing with the cook. While I waited, it became obvious the cook was new. I saw my fries sitting on an unheated counter shortly after my order. I was waiting a long time and other orders (even big ones) started coming out that were ordered after me. I checked in after probably a 20in wait. They said it would come out shortly. I asked them to redrop the fries since they had been sitting. A little later the food came out but the fries were now under cooked. The kebab meat was tough and hard to eat in a sandwich form. If I come back, I will definitely try the shawarma instead.

I went to this restaurant today, looking for beef Shawarma dinner. What I was given and what I took…read morehome is appalling. The food was not only not prepared today, but I doubt it was prepared in the last few days. It was poorly reheated to the point where it could not even temp and was absolutely un edible. I did call them and let them know and they offered to make me new food. But I will never go back there again. I learned my lesson for slightly under $18.

Absolutely tremendous food! I had gotten takeout once before and enjoyed my chicken tikka sandwich,…read morebut it didn't make much of an impression. I stopped in on a Saturday morning with my whole family, and it made a tremendous impression! My middle child raved "Best food ever!" I have eaten a lot of middle eastern food - it's my favorite cuisine - and this is some of the best I have ever had. This is Iraqi Chaldean food - could it be better than Lebanese? We got a medium mixed appetizer - you get to choose 5 items from a pretty substantial list. They have the Lebanese staples I'm used to: hummus, tabbouli, baba ghanouj, fattoush. They also have jajeek salad (cucumber and yogurt - like a good tzatziki), Iraqi salad (tomatoes, cucumbers, onions - and beets, which made it great), Beiruty cabbage salad (will try it next time), and pasta salad (will probably need to try this as well). The hummus was less garlic and more tahini, and really great. Then we got a Combo Tray for 2, which might be the single best menu item I have ever ordered. Setting the meat aside for a second, the grilled jalapeno and grilled tomato were excellent, the yellow rice was good, and the brown rice (which they call biryani) was fantastic. But the meat was what set this meal apart. The chicken shawarma was, hands down, the best I have ever had. The beef shawarm was excellent. And the chicken tikka (like tawook) was so moist and perfect - it's what chicken should be. And the chicken cream chop was as perfect as fried chicken should be. This was plenty enough meat for a family of 5 - we didn't finish it; and if we had finished the appetizers, this might be double the meat we needed! The combo tray came with stew, which we also didn't finish, although we really enjoyed it. The stew choices are okra, potato, eggplant, and a fourth one I forget. We tried okra and potato and they were both tasty tomato-based stews. One final note: the pita bread was thrown on the grill quickly before being brought out - the warmth was a nice touch.

My observations: Went for lunch and we were the only…read morecustomers the entire time. Restaurant was large, bright & clean Service was helpful and friendly Pita served with hummus was warm but quite hard. Not what I have come to expect in other middle eastern restaurants. Shawarma sandwich had lettuce on it, which I thought unusual and bread was grilled and not soft. Servings were large and well presented. Food was good but not exceptional.

Just stopped here for the first time. Kabob sandwich was . Good food and healthy ingredients to…read moremake you feel good after.

Food was ok, service was horrible cashier too snappy and ARROGANT with rude undertones. The…read morerestaurant was clean and it seemed like the atmosphere could have been a good vibe. We also didn't like that dark meat shawarma deal. You can ONLY get dark meat. I ENJOY the white meat. Too bad we couldn't mix and match! Oh well.

Delicious chicken shawarma. Their garlic sauce is some of the best around. Loved their hummus. You…read morecan tell everything is super fresh and homemade. Stop by this place it's a hidden gem.

We customized the Family Tray Combo for five, swapping the chicken kafta kabob and tikka for extra…read morechicken cream chops with tender beef shawarma. Shredded just right with smoky spices, the shawarma paired perfectly with the crispy, lemony fried chicken. Sides included fresh fattoush salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions in lemon-olive dressing; a cucumber-tomato mix; and a beet-chickpea salad. Pickled turnips and onions added nice crunch (on the side). It fed our five with leftovers, ready in about 25 minutes for pickup. Easy subs, veggie options, and great value (entrees $16-23). Pro tip: Try their ranch dressing for a creamy kick. Interior is very simple and clean. Yummy Shawarma gets 5 stars. Oak Park's top spot for Mediterranean shares!

Got the double protein bowl and wow! It's so good and very large quantity. Will Recommend to…read moreeveryone! Customer service was great too!

I'm so picky about middle eastern food and shawarma shack hit the spot. The chicken shawarma is…read moretender and flavorful. There was a great amount on my rice bowl. Delicious hummus and garlic which were included (more like loaded) in the bowl was a wonderful touch. My husband loved both the plain and crispy shawarma sandwiches. We got a small hummus and a side of garlic. The hummus tastes just as good as my homemade. I got pickles, turnips, and banana peppers in my bowl. They were more mild than sour like I prefer, but I appreciate that so more people can find it tasty with their meal rather than overwhelming. I'll definitely order again and try chicken tawook and beef next time.

During my recent trip to Michigan, I discovered that the Detroit Metro area has the largest…read moreconcentration of Arabic speakers with 4.7% of population aged 5 to adult primarily speaking Arabic at home (https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/05/18/5-facts-about-arabic-speakers-in-the-us/#:~:text=The%20Detroit%20metro%20area%20also,1.0%25%20of%20the%20total%20population.). As such, there was a plethora of excellent restaurants to select from offering Middle Eastern cuisine, one of the best of which was Asya. As is my penchant, when visiting a new city I pop open my trusty Yelp app for places to try and Asya was one of the first recommendations; it doesn't hurt that some of the locals also said they serve up tasty food. Located in a strip mall off the intersection of a busy road, the parking lot is tight, so if there are no spots directly in front of the restaurants, there is more availability off to the side. I stopped by a few times while I was in town, and Asya does a brisk take-out business, especially during the predictable lunch and dinner hours. I dined in both times, so I could enjoy my meal hot and "fresh from the kitchen." The interior is fairly nondescript with tile flooring, black tables/chair combos, and a neutral color palate. But because the dining room is "cozy," it can definitely get loud with just a few tables of hungry diners. The service and hospitality are superior, as to be expected from a family run establishment. I was always greeted with a warm smile and even after just a few visits, the staff seemed to recognize me. I really like the fact that for most of their entrees, you can order either a lunch or dinner portion. The shish kafta was an AMAZING deal at $12.99 at lunch. In addition to the main dish, it is served with either a salad or soup. I opted for the lentil soup, and it was tasty. Soft lentils were stewed in a creamy base and served with a bowl of individually wrapped pita slices. Honestly, I was already getting a bit full after just the soup course. Then the generous portion of the shish kafta arrived and I could only finish 1/2 of the plate, before taking the remaining portion home for dinner. The skewered meat patties were nicely seasoned with grated yellow onion, garlic, parsley, finely chopped mint, salt/black pepper, Sumac, cinnamon, as well as other spices. They were grilled just enough to have a nice char on the exterior, yet still remain moist. Instead of French Fries, I opted to have the yellow rice which was perfect for making mini-sandwiches with the leftover pita slices from my soup. To finish the meal, I had a few pieces of the house made baklava, which was flaky and not too sweet; perfect with my afternoon coffee. On another occasion, I also got the chicken shawarma, which again, was a bargain at $6.50 (before tax) and super filling with a side of fries. There are also many good Middle Eastern restaurants in the DC area, but not the variety of "mom and pop" places like Asya and definitely not at their price point and value.

Good food fresh. Great customer service, stopped in for lunch . Will visit again soon!!!read more