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    4.6 (152 reviews)
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    Julie Y.

    Fresh ingredients, flavorful food and pristine dining area. Highly recommend. I did not know much about Turkish cuisine before, therefore didn't visit this restaurant until recently. Very impressed.

    Pidde donor with beef & lamb (19)
    Victor G.

    Pidde G opened in Jade Garden's space 8ish months ago. Infrastructure mostly similar but for where the service counter & the bake station are. Minimal decor on da walls. Front counter had rows of pistachio Turkish delight varietals. Ordered at counter. Pd. Food brought to table in 10 minutes. Offerings (Turkish): Pidde ala carte with proteins or as plate, wrap, bowl or salad., lahmacun, salads, meze & soup, desserts, kids menu. Bites: Piddle donor (15) +beef & lamb (4) -Pidde is traditional Turiskish boat-shaped flatbread (18" x 3 1/2") baked in stone oven. -saltless, almost thin crust is chewy, crispy. Minced beef & lamb with cheese made nicely nuanced flavas. Has texture of pizza without excess salt. Cool! 5 stars worthy! Immaculate service. Artisan ingredients. Food freshly baked to order. Reasonable prices.

    Chicken piddle
    Debbie F.

    Saw this place and my husband had been reading how good it was so we gave it a try. We had the chicken piddle which is cooked in a big pizza oven. It's like a pizza without red sauce. Tasty so give it a try!

    Sonila S.

    Finally a turkish spot close to us. Looked small at first upon entrance but they have more seating in the back. food was good not bad. i had the adani beef plate which was okay (the beef was alright) the rest of the plate was good. The appetizer plate with the different options was good and so was the pizza pita. They don't really check up on you if you need anything or not so don't be afraid to call upon them,. workers were friendly.

    Beet Salad
    Denisse P.

    Very nice and great service. Super clean. They have many food options. The food was fresh and delicious

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    Cynthia T.

    [4.5 stars] PiddeG is the newest addition to the Encina Grande plaza that's serving up Mediterranean/ Turkish food! Aside from the Kebab Shop on the other side of Ygnacio Valley Road, this is literally the only other Mediterranean spot in the North Gate neighborhood, so I was very excited to try. [+1 star] Clean, and bright space Upon walking in, my first impression was that the restaurant was clean, bright, and welcoming which created a comfortable atmosphere from the moment you walked in. [+1 star] Smooth ordering process. You pick between one of the following: a wrap, a salad, a bowl, or a plate - all have their own base price. Then you pick a protein and depending on what you choose, it's an additional price onto your base cost. If you don't want any of the above, you can order a pidde (boat shaped flatbread) or a lahmacun (basically pizza). You order with the person at the register. So this can part to get to ordering can take a while depending on how many people are in line in front of you. If you're interested in getting a drink, you can also purchase one from their drink display (appeared to be various soft drinks, carbonated drinks, and yogurt drinks). If you want water, they have a self serve option towards the back of the restaurant. [+1 star] Wide variety of Turkish delights and baklava options. If there are a lot of people in front of you waiting to order, you can pass the time by looking at their dessert counter! There are soooo many Turkish delight options and baklava options - 12 l Turkish delight flavors and 4 baklava varieties to be exact. If you have FOMO like me, get a variety box! They have small and large box options for both the Turkish delights and baklava. [-0.5 star] Staff knowledge on products. Pro tip: if you're thinking about the Turkish delight, get the small box. The person I ordered with at the register didn't seem that knowledgeable about their desserts. I asked if the small assorted box of Turkish delights had the same flavors as the small. He said yes. My friend ordered the large and I ordered the small box. We opened our respective boxes and to our dismay, they were not the same. The large box contained 16 pieces but had more of the what I consider are the traditional Turkish delights such as the ones with rose petals and saffron on the outside. The small box contained 8 pieces with flavors that I was more interested in like strawberries and milk, coconut lemon and milk, and chocolate hazelnut. The pieces in my small box didn't look to be uniform at all. Some pieces were clearly bigger than others. [+1 star] Big portions for food. I ordered the PiddeG salad and added on one chicken skewer and one beef skewer for my protein. The salad had fresh ingredients and both meats were seasoned and cooked very well. I thought the pieces of meat on the skewer were a generous size as well. My SO ordered the beef and lamb wrap which was about the size of his forearm. [+1 star] Fair wait times. Both the salad and the wrap came out in about 10 minutes. We had also ordered a Pidde Doner which is the flatbread with meat (which I cannot remember what type of meat) for two friends that were supposed to come meet us but they didn't end up coming. This particular item took about 20 minutes to come out and i realized it was because they were making the piddes fresh to order in their own pidde oven! When it came out, the pidde was steaming, hot to the touch (that we had to give it a few min to cool down), and was seriously almost the length of the table, no joke (check out my photo)! Overall, PiddeG makes a strong first impression with its clean, welcoming space, smooth ordering concept, and standout portion sizes. While there's a small learning curve with staff knowledge (especially when it comes to desserts), the quality, variety, and value of the food easily make up for it. I'd happily return to when I'm craving Mediterranean/Turkish food close to home. If you're on the fence, come give this place a try!

    Beef/Lamb Doner Plate
    Dan B.

    First trip to Pidde G recently and I enjoyed it. The location is really clean, lots of good lighting and their desserts are right up front to see. The staff were friendly enough and ordering was a breeze. I had the lamb/beef doner plate with a few pieces of pistachio baklava on the side. My order was to-go and now I'm thinking it would've been better enjoyed at the restaurant. Overall, the meat was nice but lacking in flavor. The rice portion was overcooked. The hummus and side sauces were a nice add to complement the meal. The side salad was soggy and didn't have the crisp bite I was looking for. The baklavas (not pictured) tasted nice and would get those again. Looking forward to an in-dining experience next.

    Triangle Baklava - so good!
    Ang S.

    Delightful experience at PiddeG. The meze sampler - featuring falafel and dolma - was fresh and flavorful, and the triangle baklava, with its delicate honey and pistachio layers, provided the perfect sweet finish to the meal. We're looking forward to returning to try their signature pidde, a traditional Turkish flatbread often compared to pizza - especially the diced beef variation, which is said to be one of their most popular offerings. As a fun cultural note, I learned from a Turkish friend that "PiddeG" is pronounced "PEETA-GYEE." In Turkish, adding a "G" to a word signifies a place where that item is served - making PiddeG literally "a place that serves pide."

    Lamb/Beef Wrap
    Yuriy C.

    This place made me feel like I was in Turkey. Great place!!! SUPER CLEAN! I got 3 different wraps. All 3 were great and tasty. Pidde is also great. I will be coming to this place more often. Highly recommend this place to anyone!!!! Service was awesome!!!

    Chocolate baklava with Turkish tea.
    Paul V.

    The food was great. I was surprised the place was not busier. The chicken donner was delicious and the salad was very good. The staff were friendly as well. I'll definitely add this to my rotation.

    Sampler Meze Plate
    Andrew E.

    I very rarely criticize a restaurant on price as if the quality makes up for it I'm willing to pay and understand today's economy. However at PiddeG, it's sit down restaurant prices for fast casual. The $9 for a piece of baklava was the real killer, I didn't expect it to be over $5. I actually thought it was mischarged. Take this money to a French bakery and you can get an epic chocolate croissant for half price. The baklava was also borderline stale (very surprised as the display looks absolute beautiful! Had my order not been takeout I would have requested a refund)... At $3 a bite I was fully disappointed. At over $50 for mezze plate, Pidde, baklava, and coconut water (had I noticed the pricing on dessert and drink I'd have skipped) this was a pricey takeout for 2. The mezze sampler was pretty good. Nothing off, tasty dishes. Portion was OK. The falafel was fine, fresh. Mezze sampler was the best of the 3 dishes by far. I also ordered a Pidde, the namesake of the restaurant, and at $15 for what is a boat shaped pizza, sans sauce.. I didn't see the appeal. No accoutrements, no sauces, just pretty oily cheese held in with a dough boat. The restaurant is clean. There seemed to be a decent number of people at lunch time. I might consider ordering something else to see if the value might lie in another dish.. a wrap maybe?

    Avocado Salad
    SK G.

    Ambiance: has a small store front but it's huge inside. It's brand new and looks it! Food: we ordered an appetizer combo, an avocado salad, a veg pidde and a chicken kabob platter. The four of us decided to do a family style meal and it worked out great. Fortunately, the platter was late in coming out so we could enjoy the rest first. The challenge is in the ordering. It is an unfamiliar style: pick a platter, or wrap, or bowl or salad. Then pick your protein, then pay. It takes time to sort it out, so not streamlined. It makes one hurry, or if you have a question, takes longer. The food, thankfully, is brought to the table. Given the number of staff personnel hanging around, why not do table side ordering? Maybe do both? They could then even suggest drinks, desserts and increase the sale. We were not so impressed by the avocado salad but the other three dishes were awesome! Will definitely return.

    Strawberry soda
    Robert R.

    Saw this place the other day and was curious about this new Turkish eatery. It seems they have Flat breads and Salads, Bowls and Wraps along with desserts. I had checked it out after our Dinner but wanted some desserts and Turkish coffee. The place is family owned and are super friendly and helpful answering all of our questions . We only shared a slice of Baklava and Ordered a Turkish coffee. Definitely we will check out for Lunch or Dinner because they are close to work and have different options including their Flatbreads they make out of their Brick pizza oven.

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    The food is always fresh and delicious! The restaurant is cute and clean and staff is always nice. Love this place!

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    Arslans Turkish Street Food - Baba Ganoush!  Love this! Very pleasant smokey flavor.

    Arslans Turkish Street Food

    4.5(237 reviews)
    65.8 mi
    $$

    The service was good, though the counter is a bit awkward because it's so tall and has stuff on it,…read moreit was hard to see the person serving us. The food was prompt and very good, I was happy with my beef/lamb doner wrap and mango lassi (though the lassi is not made in house). The atmosphere was casual, not too loud, and pleasant. Would definitely return!

    Arslans Turkish Street Food. Santa Cruz, CA. July, 2026. My husband and I decided to grab a quick…read moredinner at Arslans Turkish Street Food while walking around downtown Santa Cruz. We ordered at a counter, and were instructed to wait to hear our names called for the order. We sat at a table in the small room adjacent to the counter. Food. My husband ordered a whole Beef and Lamb Doner Wrap (whole, $17, half, $11), which consisted of lettuce, tomato, red cabbage, carrots, fries, Turkish seasoned onions, fresh herbs, and a red sauce in lavash. The wrap was HUGE, and very tasty. In fact, he ate only half, and we (together) ate the second half the next day. If we were to make one change, we'd order it without the fries in the wrap. Rating: 4.75/5. I ordered the Combo Doner Box ($15). This was a combo of beef/lamb + chicken doner, served in a box full of fries, with a choice of sides (tzatziki, in my case). Rating: 3/5. This entree was heavy on fries (though they were very tasty and crisp), had an okay amount of the beef/lamb doner, and was light on the chicken doner. Also, I should have read the description better when ordering at the counter. I expected some lettuce and tomatoes that they weren't in the description; some fresh veggies would've increased my liking of the meal. Overall, my husband's wrap was the better value. Dessert. (4.5/5). This restaurant offers amazing desserts, including baklava and Turkish delight. We ordered a variety that we shared back at home with others later. Slight reduction in rating due to high cost point -- but they ARE special treats! Service. (3/5). The girl at the counter was friendly enough, but there's very little "service" per se. You place your order at the counter, where you also pick it up when your name is called. My husband also went back to the counter once to request more sauce. Ambiance. (3/5). This is a popular restaurant -- leading to congestion at the front counter. The side dining area was also tightly packed with tables and chairs, with patrons rearranging the set-up, and bumping into others, to meet the sizes of their dining parties. It was also uncomfortably warm. The kitchen also seemed to be understaffed, so service was slower than expected. In fact, after a significant wait, my husband approached the counter to check on the status of our order just as the order was called. Overall, these were minor glitzes, and we still recommend this restaurant and will return.

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    Meyhouse - Complementary house bread (pide) with a lemon olive oil dip

    Meyhouse

    4.5(318 reviews)
    34.3 mi
    $$$
    Outdoor seating
    Private events

    We stopped into Meyhouse in Palo Alto for some Mediterranean cuisine and happy hour cocktails and…read morehad a fantastic experience. The atmosphere was stylish, welcoming, and perfect for a relaxed evening out. We shared several Mediterranean bites, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The quality of the ingredients really stood out, and each dish was packed with flavor. The cocktails were excellent, and my husband especially enjoyed the Japanese whiskey flight, which was a fun way to sample a variety of unique whiskeys. It was a great addition to the meal and made the experience feel even more special. As fans of Pera Mezze House in Roseville, we were excited to learn that Meyhouse shares the same ownership, and the same attention to quality and hospitality definitely shines through. Great food, delicious drinks, and wonderful service. We look forward to coming back the next time we're in Palo Alto!

    I've been to the Sunnyvale location of Meyhouse a few times but never the Palo Alto one, which is…read moreturns out also has live jazz (not in the main dining room). A fun way to start is to get Raki, which is like the Turkish equivalent of ouzo, but you have to like anise/licorice. They have a few options available, and our Turkish server was helpful when we were trying to choose one. They do have a full bar available. Onto food: We had a group of 4 and ordered everything family style. - Girit: a garlic and spice whipped cheese with pistachios, great with bread. - Pancar: roasted yellow and red beets with Turkish white cheese. - Uc Borek: 3 phyllo rolls: they're fairly small, so it's hard for more than 3-4 people to share (1 bite each). One is zucchini, one is cheese, and one has beef. Beef was my favorite - Ahtapot: fire grilled octopus with a bean spread. - Ege Salatasi: similar to a Greek salad with tomatoes (so good in summer!), green bell peppers, onions, cucumber, croutons, Turkish white cheese, olives. - Chilean sea bass: loved the Aegean greens with this. The sea bass was so flavorful and was a generous portion. - Alinazik: beef tenderloin skewers with smoked eggplant labneh. Desserts: - Kunefe: melted mozzarella filling coated in phyllo, served warm. - Damla sakizli: their homemade mastika ice cream, which pairs wonderfully with the kunefe It's best to go with a group so that you can try more dishes. Everything had bold Mediterranean/Middle Eastern flavors, and our server was really helpful when we were trying to decide on dishes. If you have more time or are hungrier, the tasting is also a great way to go (I've done it at the Sunnyvale location)!

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    Meyhouse - Çemenli Tavuk

    Meyhouse

    4.3(512 reviews)
    38.0 mi
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    Full bar

    Another enjoyable lunch here: - renovated interior…read more - prix fixe 3 course menu is reasonable at $46/pp, whole table participation, love that have a choice of many items in each category - everything tastes fresh and homemade - great staff who know the menu and will adjust to the diner's needs and desires - dine inside or alfresco Have always wanted to visit Türkiye and eating here again just reminded me why!

    Meyhouse Sunnyvale -- Excellent Food, but the Service Pacing Could Be Much Better…read more I tried the $44.95 three-course prix fixe lunch and chose the Köpoğlu as my meze, upgraded the main to the Adana Kebab for $3, and added the Künefe for $2. The food was the strongest part of the experience, and several things stood out more than I expected. The complimentary bread was excellent--warm, fragrant, and nicely textured. I also really enjoyed the green herb sauce served with it. The parsley and mint flavors were quite pronounced, almost grassy, but in a good way. It was fresh and aromatic and worked very well with the bread. The Köpoğlu was one of the highlights of the meal. The roasted eggplant, tomato sauce, garlic yogurt, and olive oil were very well balanced. I especially liked the garlic yogurt--the acidity, garlic, and creaminess were all present without any one element overpowering the others. The tomato added sweetness and acidity, while the olive oil rounded everything out. It was especially good with the bread. The Adana Kebab was also very good. My first bite came from the end of the skewer and was slightly dry, but once I got into the center, the meat was noticeably juicier. The char from the grill was excellent, and the lamb had a clear lamb flavor without being gamey. The chopped red pepper mixed into the meat also added another layer of aroma and flavor. Even the rice surprised me. It looked like plain white rice, but it was flavorful enough to eat on its own, with a noticeable buttery, almost milky aroma. The flatbread underneath the kebab was also very good after soaking up some of the lamb juices and fat. If I had one criticism of the main plate itself, it would be the proportion of onion-tomato salad to meat. The salad tasted fine, but for my preference, there was a little too much of it. I really enjoy the lingering flavor of grilled lamb, and while the rice and bread help carry that flavor, the raw onion and tomato act as a strong palate cleanser and erase it quickly. Since the meat portion was relatively small compared with the rice and salad, I would personally prefer a little more kebab and a little less salad. The Künefe was another highlight. I really enjoyed the contrast between the crispy kadayıf on the outside and the soft, warm cheese inside. The pistachios on top were not something I particularly enjoyed by themselves, but mixed together with the cheese, syrup, and crispy pastry, they made much more sense. The first few bites, especially the areas that had not absorbed too much syrup, were excellent. Toward the center it became a little sweeter than I prefer, but overall I still liked it very much. Food-wise, I would actually give Meyhouse a slight edge over Dishdash. There were more layers and more small details to notice throughout the meal, from the bread and herb sauce to the Köpoğlu, Adana, rice, flatbread, and dessert. The service, however, did not match the level of the food. The restaurant was quite quiet at lunch, but the pacing was surprisingly rushed. I had barely started eating the Köpoğlu when the main course arrived. For a menu specifically presented as a three-course prix fixe, I expected the courses to be paced more deliberately. Instead, I had to choose between continuing to enjoy the appetizer and eating the kebab while it was still hot. There was also an issue with clearing the table. One staff member who was not the person taking my order repeatedly tried to remove my bread and the green herb sauce. The first time, I specifically asked him to leave the sauce. Later, after I finished the main course, he came back and again started clearing both without asking. I told him I wanted the bread to go, so he left the bread, but still removed the herb sauce. It was a small detail, but it made the service feel mechanical rather than attentive to what the guest had already requested. Overall, I would rate the food around 8.5/10 and the service around 6.5-7/10. Meyhouse is a little more expensive than Dishdash, but the prix fixe lunch is also very substantial. I only ate about half of the complimentary bread, and I was already quite full after the main course. Finishing the Künefe left me completely stuffed, so the portion size is definitely generous. I would still come back. Next time, I would probably try the Ahtapot, especially since it is only a $9 upgrade on the prix fixe compared with $25 à la carte. The food gives me a reason to return; I just hope the pacing and attention to small service details are better next time.

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    Kitchen Istanbul

    Kitchen Istanbul

    4.4(599 reviews)
    26.4 miInner Richmond
    $$$

    Monday nights during pandemic times brought (according to the SF Chronicle) hospitality workers to…read moreKitchen Istanbul en masse. It wasn't just the food they say, but the remarkable wine list, which turned the place into a see-and-be-seen spot akin to NYC's Elaine's (RIP). If this isn't quite how you imagine anyplace along SF's Clement Street, think again. Years later it's still packed (on a Friday night) and loud. Service was the sole miscue on my visit with 3 others. We were given menus and water but ignored after that, to a point where we reached out to get some wine and attention. As you can see from the 5-star assessment, no harm-no foul; once wine and food flowed all was forgiven. The menu required some explanation. It's not broken down in any discernible way, requiring the server to explain that all dishes ae meant to be shared and that the first several dishes are dips, then small plates, then larger. In truth, all seemed like small plates to me (or small servings) but if your wallet permits, you'll not be disappointed. There wasn't one thing we shared that we didn't 100% consume nor anything I'd not recommend. Since we sampled almost the entire menu I feel comfortable saying that everything is delicious and attractively presented. We left the alcohol order to the one at our table who'd chosen Kitchen Istanbul and she summoned the sommelier and gave him free reign. He asked what we like (hearty reds) and what we wished to spend (about $75/bottle) and we enjoyed 2 completely unique offerings that we'd not have known to choose for ourselves. He was also tasked with pairing two of the dessert wines with two of the chosen desserts and they were as enjoyable as the wines served with dinner. It's fair to say that the sommelier had fun with our table, stopping by before we left to say how much he'd appreciated the opportunity to choose for us and for us placing our trust in him. Like the rest of the City I was following Sam Smith's food journey during his time here. He never made it to Kitchen Istanbul but if he had, I think he'd have nodded in agreement with the 5-star rating.

    Very disappointing experience overall. To start, our table still wasn't ready even 15 minutes after…read moreour reservation time. I understand restaurants can get busy, and being out of a few menu items happens, but the way things were handled was frustrating. We ordered our food, received appetizers, and then nearly 20 minutes later our server casually came over to tell us they were out of the chicken entrée we had ordered. There was no apology, no empathy, and honestly no sense that she understood how inconvenient that was. By that point it was already late, and at almost 10 PM in San Francisco there weren't many other dining options open nearby, which completely ruined our night. What made it worse was that we were still charged despite the poor experience and lack of proper service recovery. I ended up not tipping because the service felt disorganized and lacking basic professionalism and empathy. To be fair, the owner did come out afterward to apologize while I was waiting for my Uber, and I appreciated that gesture. But overall, this was a terrible experience that could have been handled much better operationally and from a customer service standpoint.

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    Esnaf - Stuffed cabbage

    Esnaf

    4.6(253 reviews)
    31.9 mi
    $$

    Holy deliciousness. Incredible dinner experience at Esnaf tonight! We know we will be back--we will…read morewant to try new things, but it will be so hard because we loved everything we ordered tonight and would definitely order it all again. The branzino was excellent. We did the kebap trio -- the chicken was our favorite. For dessert we got the katmer (pistachio cream-filled filo pastry, served with pistachio gelato) -- this was a fantastic recommendation from our server. Service was top notch. There were three servers working inside and outside, quite a few tables including a big group, and they were so on top of it, warm, welcoming, attentive. Truly standout five star service from the moment we walked in--thank you, Esnaf staff! We loved our experience here. The restaurant is also beautiful! Get a table by the window if you can. Definitely a great date spot or place to linger over drinks with friends. We can't wait to be back.

    Amazing Turkish restaurant with such a warm and wonderful atmosphere! The music and ambiance were…read morefantastic. We were greeted with a big smile at the door, which I think is so important. The service was excellent from start to finish. Our table was checked on frequently, and they constantly asked if we needed more bread or anything else. Empty plates were cleared promptly, and everything felt very attentive without being overwhelming. A special thanks to Kerem and Cansel for taking such great care of us! As for the food, I think we ordered way too many mezes, so we didn't have room for the main courses. We'll definitely try them next time. Everything we tasted was delicious and very well prepared. My personal favorite was the Girit Ezmesi. And the bread deserves a special mention. it's freshly baked and brought straight to the table. Absolutely wonderful. We will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended!

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    Esnaf - Inside

    Inside

    Esnaf - Katmer (pistachio-filled pastry)

    Katmer (pistachio-filled pastry)

    Esnaf - Complimentary Housebaked Pide w/ olive oil dip

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    Complimentary Housebaked Pide w/ olive oil dip

    Sultan's Kebab - Beef Shish Plate

    Sultan's Kebab

    4.1(1.7k reviews)
    19.5 mi
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    sultan b eating this kebab UP!! it is so yummy. food is 10/10 no matter what you order (except…read moredesserts). service is quick and lines are longer than my dead fried hair. it was pretty affordable (what even is affordable in the bay) but idk because other people paid for my meal since i'm broke! yay! location - pretty easy to find its in like a business plaza thing. they have indoor and outdoor seating but i hate sitting outdoors because the wind blows my hair into the food and then i eat my hair ew food - my group tried the flatbread and dip platter thing as well as the chicken shawarma, falafel, kebab, and lamb. all stunners no suckers. portions not bad the rice is amazing i'm pretty sure they cook it in some sort of stock, it's very aromatic. salad is great, i love chewing on raw green stalks like a cow 10/10 flatbread is okay, a bit doughy and not as puffy/light as i prefer. also on the sweeter side and does not seem to be made fresh to order but i personally don't care. i am here for the protein 7/10 meats were supermazingtacular! doused in flavor, tender, juicy. lamb shawarma does not have that despicable slightly irony lamb taste! that is a win in my book! chicken shawarma is awesome and kebab is very well seasoned. i think everything here is probably drowned in sumac or SOMETHING idk it is so addictive and i ate a lot 10/10 falafel is also good, soft inside, crispy outside, not grainy. great with their slightly average flatbread and hummus 9/10 SPEAKING OF HUMMUS yum!!! super smooth and refreshing. i do like their baba ghanoush more tho. dips are all great! 9/10 we also tried some desserts which...no comment (in a bad way sorry guys). i am not taking away a star because i am a nice funny person but hot damn these were sweet. at the first bite my tastebuds rolled back to diabetes. why are these so sickeningly sweet like they would taste so much better lightly sweetened. or maybe we got the wrong desserts idk...we got the coconut/pomegranate dessert, chocolate/pistachio, burma/pistachio, and the nice guy added a few of the tulumba things (i think?). all of them had amazing flavors that were overpowered by the sugar content. the burma thing was my favorite just because it was the least sweet and i suspected some cardamom which is yum 6/10 service/ambiance - service is great very efficient, lots of seating, cute rainbow umbrellas hanging upside down on the ceiling. what more could you ask for (besides more money) 10/10 anyway worth a visit but if you want dessert just ask them for their less sweet ones. or maybe don't. maybe some people want to inhale sugar and you know what...you do you girliepop!

    The prices were reasonable and food was ok, but unfortunately the service was extremely…read moredisappointing. It was just me and my son dining there. We placed our order and waited patiently. While we were waiting, four different families who appeared to be the same race as the owner were served before us, even though they arrived after we did. At first I didn't think much of it. Then another family of five, who also appeared to be the same race as the owner, came in about 10-15 minutes after us and received their food well before we did. I don't know why our order kept getting pushed behind everyone else's, and I can't say that race was the reason. I can only describe what I personally observed. Being passed over while multiple parties who arrived later were served first made us feel overlooked and unwelcome. We waiting about 30 mins for one plate of food that my son and I shared. The service left a very negative impression, and I won't be returning.

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    Sultan's Kebab - Combo Shawarma, Seafood Kebab, Mediterranean Salad, Lamb Shish, Chicken Shish, Combo Appetizer Plate

    Combo Shawarma, Seafood Kebab, Mediterranean Salad, Lamb Shish, Chicken Shish, Combo Appetizer Plate

    Sultan's Kebab - Falafel salads in a

    Falafel salads in a

    Sultan's Kebab - Chicken Kebab Plate

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    Chicken Kebab Plate

    Pidde G - mediterranean - Updated August 2026

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