Great food, service and ambiance. All meats are tender, rice soft. Very pleasant atmosphere and…read morestaff

Good grilled food to start. This restaurant is halal food in temple terrace that serve kabab and…read moremore. The restaurant is popular with a lot of customers. The indoor capacity also big enough. Their menu has some Yemeni choices that include the menu of mansaf and mandi. My friend got that choice while we have the mixed grill. The mixed grilled has grilled chicken, shish kabab and kufta kabab. We have the sides as rice, baba ghanoush, and hummus. Their grilled technique is perfect that the meat still juicy. Most of the place we visit is meat too dry. But this place is very good. Service is good. Wait is not too long for the grilled compare to many place.

Best lentils soup in this hemisphere. Love the Turkish tea w/ sugar cubes. And the sea-bass is…read moreamazing.

all the meats in the fridge looks so old and moldy Next to…read moreit was red peppers with mold Chicken wings are half cooked and sitting in the fridge looks terrible Fishes in the fridge look like thy have worms bad colors of fish I tried the mix wrap one of the worst !!!wrong place to go to And if you pick up products and go pay in the check out thy will change prices And service its not that high quality

You know, these ratings have sooo many daily variables and A LOT of them are based on the…read moreexperience you receive from from the first employee you meet. My experience here, while ordering, eating and being in the environment was excellent!! I sometimes play a game when I go out to eat. I will choose the most expensive thing on the menu and then I will choose one of the least expensive menu items and ask the person taking my order, which they would choose, as I "cannot make up my mind"between these two options. In my experience here, I did the same thing. I told the person taking my order I could not decide between a Lebanese Pita, which contains Tzatziki sauce, tomatoes, onions, cucumber for $12.40, or a falafel pita for $9.99. The woman taking my order, told me hands-down, to get the falafel because it will be the best falafel I have had in this town. Luckily because it was not very busy, she told me if I did not mind waiting, that she was going to make it fresh for me. so I agreed and ordered the falafel combo with a soda and their french fries. My order was finished cooking in the exact timeframe I was told it would take, which was 10 minutes. When she was putting together my falafel pita, she asked me what I would like on it, and I started looking at the options and telling her what I wanted. She then looked up at me and said how about if I put it all together for you, and it will still be the best falafel you have had in a long time. I went with her suggestion and let her completely dress my falafel with her choice of ingredients, and I have to tell you it was a "Mic drop". OMG, it was absolutely delicious. The falafel were very crispy on the outside and soft and extremely flavorful on the inside. This was definitely the best falafel I have had in a long time. In addition, the french fries were hot and seasoned perfectly. I have to give this experience, five full stars as the food was delicious, the restaurant was clean, the noise level was perfect, and most importantly, the food was absolutely delicious. There is no question that I will be back to try more items on the menu, but will always have to have a side of falafel when I come here. In addition to the five stars, I have to say that they did a job well done! I encourage anybody reading my review. If you're in the mood for some Venezuela and food or falafel, definitely stop by here!

Are Pitas features Lebanese and Venezuelan fusion cuisine…read more They serve Arepas, Gyros, Falafel and a host of other unique things considered street food. All their meat is prepared halal. Halal prepared food is where the animal had little to any suffering when slaughtered. The portions are huge and very flavorful The staff were friendly and helpful. I ordered an Arepa Cabimera: the arepa bread is fried and served with shredded beef, boiled egg, ham, cheese, ketchup, house sauce and cabbage. This is a party in your mouth without any music! If you're in the Tampa area check this place out.

We ordered the Petra Mixed Grill, which came with rice and a side of baba ganoush. The chicken,…read morebeef, and kebab were all flavorful. They were big, hearty chunks of meat that stayed juicy and tender, never dry. My top favorite was the babaganoush. This eggplant dip wasn't too sour, wasn't too salty, and that smoky undertone made it absolutely irresistible. We also ordered the Maklubk, a traditional dish featuring a fried half chicken served over a generous mound of rice. The chicken had beautifully crispy skin and well-seasoned. The rice was impressive-soft and aromatic, layered with eggplant, cauliflower, onion and potato. Truly unique. Portions were generous. We walked out with two boxes of leftovers. The service was good and the dining area was clean and comfortable. The dishes took about 25 minutes to arrive. But once the food hit the table, it was clear the kitchen wasn't cutting corners. The chef took his/her time, and it showed in every bite. We had a genuinely enjoyable experience here.

The place was very spacious and can accommodate 11 girls! Quick and fast service. Really creamy…read morehumus, the beef was a little bit salty and dry but overall not too bad!

Food is flavorful extremely tasty reasonable prices in a must try Restaurant…read moreDon't let the food truck fool you is certainly worth a stop. The salad dressing is so good that I have the owner sell me a side of it every time I come.

The food was simply amazing. Was heading to Busch Gardens and needed a quick meal when I stumbled…read moreupon this food truck. The food was flavorful, portions were great, and quick friendly service. Will be coming here whenever I'm in the area. Plenty of parking and outdoor seating. Must try!

I've passed by Zeko's more times than I can remember and always wondered what the food was like…read more Today I visited and thought I'd try it out. The dining area was fresh and clean with a few customers. I tried the chicken Philly and the chicken gyro . The service was great and made my ordering easy. The ambiance is cozy but not small, a few booths and patio seating as well. My review on the chicken Philly is a 8.7 and the same on the gyro with same grilled chicken.

We were not far from USF & Zeko's looked like an interesting place to try. It has the aura of a…read morefast food place, but the food is for sure mostly Mediterranean. The lady at the counter that waited on us seemed a bit bored & perhaps unhappy to be there. So she was not a good first impression for us, lol. I ordered a beef shawarma & a side of fried mushrooms to share. I admit fried mushrooms are not exactly a common item given a Med menu. When they arrived I had to laugh. We received a large bowl with what looked like golden golfballs. These were literally large mushrooms that had been deep fried. There is no way these were healthy, but they tasted good line State Fair food, lol. The shawarma was surprisingly good for a fast food joint. The beef was of decent quality & the tehina sauce was tasty. Overall, not a bad experience.

The best Mediterranean food in Tampa! The toum is out of this world! I am in love with this place…read moreand the good prices. The chicken shawarma plate is a must try. They have the best dolma in the region. The service is what you would expect of an order at the counter type of restaurant. It's not the nicest ambiance but don't let this dissuade you- this food is SO GOOD. I will keep coming back again and again!

Updating my review from 4 years ago: still awesome! I just really love everything I've tried at…read morethis restaurant. The food is always fresh, the service quick, friendly, and efficient, good sized portions of food, and very reasonably priced. My most recent visit I tried the Chicken Shawarma platter, and it was wonderful. Normally served with a garlic sauce, he substituted tzatziki when I requested it, which made it perfect. The chicken was carved straight off the rotating spit and heated on the flat grill, and was served with a small salad and hummus. Their hummus is really creamy and delicious. The platter is also served with a pita - keep in mind this is not the fluffy pita you're used to, but a Lebanese style large, almost flat pita, which is perfect for tearing apart and scooping up your food. Make sure to treat yourself to a piece of baklava for dessert - it is fresh and crispy and just the right amount of sweet. No real ambiance, but booths are available if you want to sit inside and eat. Totally a hidden gem, and I'll definitely be back.

This has become my go to spot when I'm in the area which is a few times a month. I crave their…read morepicked cabbage. It's amazing! It's not like boring white people pickled cabbage lol it has flavor!!! Olive oil lemon and spices. It's delicious. I get the steak Saj it's like a Lebanese burrito. The tortilla (saj) they use is absolutely addicting. I bought 10 to take home! They have this red spicy sauce that it's the perfect heat for me. The men are polite and it's a counter order style where the food is made in front of you.

Zaky Zak's had exactly what I was looking for. I didn't want much for dinner and had a taste for…read morebaba ganoosh. This is a smoky egg plant dip with olive oil, paprika, and tomato. You eat it with pita. This is a quick spot for it with an amazing A/C and a good amount of tables and chairs. My order was given to me right away, & from what it appears the pita bread is baked in house. Their baba ganoosh was very tasty and a good size amount that I couldn't finish it. I'm looking forward to eating it for leftovers tomorrow. Super friendly and quick service too. I didn't want to sit in a restaurant and wait. Next time I want to try their wraps, falafels, & shawarma.

Ordered on door dash. Food came hot and was just like the food trucks in NYC. Hot sauce is HOT!!…read morethe white sauce which is like a garlic sauce was fantastic. Got the lamb for sure will order again

Love this place! It is located in a very busy plaza, but fortunately there was plenty of parking…read more Like most fast casual places, you order at the front counter, then wait for your food to be ready. There were plenty of tables to sit at, and it was clean and bright in the restaurant. Food came out in a timely manner. Portions were huge; easily enough for two meals. I do wish they served the meals on a plate when eating in the restaurant; food kept spilling out of the to-go container. I went with the chicken and falafel platter. I love that I had the option to get it over salad, rice, or french fries. I chose salad, but I tried my friend's french fries and I loved the seasoning they used on them. The chicken on my platter had such a great flavor, as did the three falafels. Next time I'll get the sauce on the side as it was a bit too generous, but all in all the platter was delicious. Tip - make sure you ask for their hot sauce. This is easily my new favorite USF area fast casual restaurant.

Kendra at Acropolis Greek Taverna is a true standout. I stopped by while delivering via Uber and…read moretold the bartender, Kendra, that I'm a big fan of the best Long Island iced tea in Tampa. After I finished my deliveries, I swung back, and she delivered !! she promised the best Long Island iced tea, and she didn't just meet expectations, she knocked it out of the park. Beyond the drink, Kendra was an outstanding host friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. For food, I ordered a burger, fries, and a cheeseburger, and they were off the chain. Everything tasted fresh and cooked to perfection, making the whole experience that much better. Kendra and this location deserve kudos. If you're in the area, swing by Acropolis Greek Taverna and ask for Kendra--she'll take good care of you.

We were starving one night and couldn't find any restaurants that were open late. We stumbled…read moreacross this place on the way back to our hotel. The restaurant was clean and there's an outdoor area to smoke hookah as well. Our server was so sweet and we absolutely adored her! The food did take a while on the wait but the portions were pretty huge for the prices. We had the following: Appetizer sampler (hummus, tirosalata, tzatziki, and baba ghanouj. served with fresh pita) - 8/10 - this was so fresh and delicious! All the dips were made fresh and covered in olive oil. The pita was baked fresh and went so well with the dips! The sizes of the dips were massive and we had plenty to take back to our hotel. It took me back to Greece and it made me super happy. I love eggplant and the baba ghanouj was smokey, creamy, and so much eggplant flavor. There was a dip that I haven't tried yet called tirosalata and it's made with feta cheese and garlic and topped with oregano and olive oil. That was probably my second favorite dip next to to the baba ghanouj. It was tangy and enjoyable on the palate. The hummus and tzatziki dips were also hits and we enjoyed every single bite. We had some leftover and the sweet waitress gave us some extra fresh pita bread to take home. Castoria chicken salad - 8/10 - my friend had this and really enjoyed it. It had lettuce, jalapeno, grilled chicken, cucumber, tomato, onion, and avocado in a garlic aioli dressing topped with cheese and pita chips. She said it was one of the better salads she's had and was super fresh. the portion size was huge and she had plenty to take back to enjoy later. I tried some of her salad and I agree, it was delicious. Greek Souvalki wrap - 7/10 - my husband had this with the Greek fries and he seemed to like it. It was good, but he said he's had better ones. The pork tenderloin was tender and flavorful and he enjoyed the fries (had feta cheese on them). The fries were fried perfectly, golden brown with a satisfying crunch to them. The feta cheese crumbles on top were an excellent addition to the hot fries as it melted onto them. Overall, we would come back again if we're in the area. The prices were pretty decent for the portion sizes. The only slight complaint was that the food took a while and we were getting tired as it was getting pretty late. Nonetheless, even though it's a chain, the food was decent and good.