First time at Ramsi's! Love the concept of the restaurant (Ramsi's favorite foods from all of the different places he's visited). Lots of gluten free/vegan options, which was nice for my Mom who has celiac's. They do have a kid's menu. My 8 year old son got the cheeseburger and loved it. He ate every bite, which is rare for him. I ordered the brisket banh mi. It tasted good but it was very messy. One of those sandwiches you probably need a fork for. Probably wouldn't order it again, but it tasted good! read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - Brisket Banh Mi with fries - tasted great but MESSY. Had to eat with a fork - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Happy to revisit Ramsi's as often as possible and appreciate the eclectic menu and consistent quality for any item ever ordered. Waitstaff are friendly and helpful with navigating the menu, as well as patient since there are so many fantastic options. Noise level is mild to moderate. During this visit, I ordered the Kosta lamburger with a side of pesto Lima beans. The food was delicious, as always. Well seasoned and fresh and also pleased to try something unique from the usual entrees. Looking forward to return visits as food quality and quantity are a great value and never disappointed. read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - Kosta lamburger with side of pesto Lima beans - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

I loved my experience here! We tried hummus and focaccia for apps, and I strongly recommend the hummus! Focaccia was good but nothing too crazy. Entrees were Mr. Krabs and the Thai peanut dish. Both were really amazing. The crab cakes are definitely the best in the city. The hibachi salad is good but nothing too crazy as well. The drinks were also some of the best we've had in the city. Best of all here though, aside from delicious food, were the people and service. Everyone was so kind, accommodating, patient, and made the experience here one to remember in the best way. Also, the decor here is gorgeous! We can't wait to come back and try more. read more

I LOVE THIS RESTAURANT!!! The menu is like nothing I have ever seen. It possesses so much diversity and culture. My wife and both have a list of multiple dishes we want to try. The service was amazing, and the library makes a great vibe. read more

Ramsi's has been a go-to since we moved here in 2016. At first because it's a reliable late-night dining option (& I was in a situation that had me needing dinner at 10pm). So many amazing vegan & vegetarian options! My favorites: Egyptian kitchen, Jamaican jerk tofu, & Sari Wrap (basically a samosa burrito). Oh, the vegan queso is a treat, too. Recommend sitting at the bar or on the patio. Great ambiance: dark, arty, good music. read more

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We were on a walking tour and it included some stops for food and drink. These items were preordered by the tour company. We were at this one for dessert and a drink. The dessert involved bananas and I detest bananas! I was offered another option, but I wasn't very hungry, so I passed. The staff were so nice and friendly! I didn't eat anything there, so I can't really say how their menu items are. But it was a nice place to hang out for a while! read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - Caramelized Banana Trifle and an Old Fashioned - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

So we went there tonight right after my niece's white coat ceremony to celebrate. We originally had a reservation for 5:45pm but they were sooo sweet and accommodating and let us come at 5pm instead. A party of 7. Highly appreciated! (Though we were the first ones there :$) For starters we had: Calamari: 5/5 Jakarta rings: 5/5 .. these are battered onion rings.. great in taste but the sauce was da bomb! For main course we had: - Fish tacos: 3/5 - Louis Marsala with toasted potatoes: 3.5/5 - Louis Marsala with mashed potatoes: 3/5.. the mashed potatoes were too watery and made the plate look messy. - East Indian Paella: 3/5 .. very mushy looking - Empress Chicken: 4/5 - Salmon Sonesta: 3/5 - Mr Krabs: 3/5... the sauce was weird tasting For dessert: Method dates: 3/5 .. slightly disappointing Creme Brûlée: 2/5 .. pretty disappointing Cheesecake: 5/5 We also tried 2 mocktails: Kombucha: 4/5... fruity and very refreshing Pom with ginger: 2/5.. Ginger was overly strong Some things that were good: - Service was fast - Our glasses were never empty - Good mix in menu Some of the things that didn't work for me: - Ambiance is ok.. not as eclectic as I'd imagined. Seemed cluttered. - Noise is deafening once 3-4 tables are filled. - Only one washroom was open and a small line queued up.. Overall, I'd say food is mostly good.. go somewhere else for dessert. read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

This place came recommended by friend, but unfortunately she was wrong. We so wanted to like it and had high hopes when we first looked at the restaurant and the menu, alas reality struck. The patio looks great and it certainly is a rather eclectic place. Lots to look at and discover. Usually a great sign. We were seated in a little nook which was quite comfty and we had a good view of a giant bookshelf with interesting decor all around. We ordered the asparagus frites and the chipotle con queso. Uhmmm... don't have much good to say there. The asparagus was a limp tasteless bunch with a hard Parmesan crust on top. My friend is vegetarian and she had been all excited about the many vegetarian and vegan offerings, but even she had to admit that the chipotle con queso was completely without taste. by now I felt several drips on my arm and so something hit my plate. Well, the air-conditioning pipes overhead were leaking condensation. The server helped us move everything to another table. There we received our mains. I had the ordered the Egyptian Kitchen/Kusheri and from the description it sounded delicious. Unfortunately it was another tasteless dish. My friends dish was so nondescript she can't even remember what that was supposed to be. The special cocktails of the day were decent though. And our server was very nice and accommodating. Would I come back here again to eat? That is a hard NO for me. Sorry. read more

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Very cool vibe here and a wide range of dishes to try. I had some kind of a curry paella that was a home run. Our server was Ethiopian and I would not be surprised if she was the cook too. The heat was repectable in that paella and I really enjoyed it. They also serve excellent old fashioneds here. Top notch staff and a great gathering if you have a large group of friends: there were 8 of us and we had a great time here. read more

I met some friends for a birthday dinner on New Year's Day. The party was already seated when I arrived. Our drink and appetizer orders were taken promptly by our server, Serenity. She was so friendly, funny and efficient. The decor of Ramsi's is really cool with art and architectural elements throughout. The appetizers I tried were all very delicious. There was the famous brie and house made hummus and pita, both very good. The best was the focaccia. It was thick and loaded with mouth watering toppings. The feta was on top was very flavorful. I ordered peanut Thai noodles and opted for chicken instead of tofu with a side of greens. The noodle dish was tasty. Sweet, savory and filling. There was plenty leftover to take home. I didn't like the greens as well but there wasn't anything wrong with them, it just wasn't what I expected. I was thinking southern greens. This was more like wilted spinach in a light sauce. It was just ok to me. The service was excellent all around. Efficient, quick, accurate and friendly. My only complaint is that after initially ordering water, I decided after the food was served I also wanted ginger ale. What I was served looked like lemonade. It did taste of fresh ginger. Not having the menu in front of me, I had no idea I wasn't ordering Canada Dry. There was no carbonation. I can't say it didn't have a good taste, but it's not what I thought I was ordering. She did put in a splash of soda water for me which I liked better. I just wish, since the menus had already been removed, that she would have told me how they serve "ginger ale" so I could choose. Also I was charged $5. Made my bill substantially higher than expected. Over all, it was a good experience and I would definitely return. read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - Peanut Ginger Thai Noodles - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Service was great. Food was okay- my brother got the chicken pita and the chick was super dry. I got the lamburger that was fantastic but the fries were a little soggy- I like mine more crispy. We thoroughly enjoyed the cute little patio. read more

Ramsis is a cool spot in Louisville. A good blend of different kinds of food for sure and my wife absolutely loves it. It's on the smaller side. Definitely a more intimate spot. Not super loud, relaxed staff, and pretty decent food overall. Worth stopping in if you are looking for a new spot read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - Banh Mi - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Great location, great ambiance--lousy service. Last night I met a group of five other people for dinner at Ramsi's. We had a pleasant conversation and that's the high point. Service was very slow. When our food arrived, it was cold and half of our group had to wait even longer! The owner do reduce our bill, but I don't think I will be going back anytime soon. read more

I could come back to Ramsi's ten days in a row and not get tired of the food because there are just so many good things to try! During this visit, I opted for the curried chicken and shrimp paella which was rich and spicy and so delicious. I split the goat cheese and roasted garlic appetizer which melted in my mouth on some nice crunchy bread. The Last Letter cocktail I got was perfectly balanced and something I want to recreate. We ate outside right by the fountain and it was a nice relaxing ambiance. Our service left something to be desired but definitely could've just chalked up to a long tiring Saturday for our server. read more

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I'm just going to go ahead and say it: Ramsi's Cafe on the World is hands-down the best restaurant in the city of Louisville. Change my mind. We're all grownups here, so let's start with dessert. I hadn't made my way here in quite some time, and either I skipped the crème brûlée on other occasions or it's a newer addition to the menu. Either way, before tonight's dinner, I was sure I wasn't a fan of crème brûlée. How mistaken I was. I simply hadn't had the right one yet. This one here is chocolate, and not just any old kind of chocolate, either. It is the real deal whip appeal. Yes, I mean dark chocolate. Very dark. And let me be the one to tell you that when they say "aphrodisiac", this dark chocolate crème brûlée is exactly what they're referring to. Who needs any little blue pills when you can simply--ok, ok, never mind. But when I tasted this amazing little slice of heaven, I spontaneously blurted out, "Amedei chuAO!" And I have no idea what that even means. What else? Yes. Onion rings. When did onion rings hit the menu? These ones come paired with a house made reduction (it's really like an exotic twist on ketchup but I just really wanted to work "reduction" into the review). Delicious beyond compare, even without the ketchup. I love onion rings and they don't get better than this, in my experience. I can hardly WAIT to get to the aperitif but let's finish eating first. The Vietnamese greens were a spectacular treat, with a yummy sweet pool of some kind of sauce underneath. Oh, and oooohhhhh! My favourite item on the menu? The spicy Jamaican tofu! Whew! Yes, mon! Between that spicy Jamaican tofu and the Italian Amari flight, I don't know which of those two countries is working harder to convince me to go and take a different type of flight. Mmmm, mmmm, life is good! Ok, now to the sipping. I had never had Italian Amari before, but as I mentioned to my server, who, by the way, was a friendly, attentive and very accommodating hostess--as I mentioned to her, when I tasted the first aperitif in the flight, which happened to be Foro Amaro, the first thought that hit me was, "I wonder if they sell this stuff by the bottle in here." And mind you, I'm no lush. I've never had anything like this before. It has a very sweet but pleasant taste. Fairly rich . . The second one in line was the Amaro Montenegro. Another sweet concoction, but less so . . It was lighter and equally new and interesting to my palate . . I had a hard time deciding which of these two I liked better. Both were outstanding! On to the third and final contender: Fernet Branca...... I think that must be Italian for "Sucker Punch", because, holy moly! I was not expecting to have my taste buds ironed out ...... But once I recovered, I realized that was a different wavelength of delicious . . For graduates only. I finally decided the Montenegro was the winner .. It smelled spectacular, with a taste and scent combination that made me wonder if the spirit might contain the nectar of some edible flower or flowers from across the seas. Buonanotte, amore mio, Montenegro mio. read more

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The food is good as always and service was pleasant and attentive. The ambiance is very good especially during the warmer months when you can dine outside. Once again we ordered our favorites-Mr.Krab and the Oriental Chicken. The downside is that price increases have unfortunately taken some of the joy out of dining out. Consider we ordered two entrees and just had water. With appropriate tip we spent close to $70. Of course prices have gone up everywhere so this makes it harder for diners and restaurants alike. I was a little perturbed that the restroom closest to me was still out of order. It's been that way for 3 months perhaps. Parking can be iffy since there is only street parking. There is a free parking lot half a block or more away next to the Sherwin Williams store. read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - Mr. Krab is crab and grouper with a medley of fresh vegetables. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Went to supper with my son and his wife; had a reservation for 3; arrived a little early. The place was packed with waiting only available. It did take much longer to get seated even with reservations but I guess if it's good you have to wait. "Patience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet: Aristotle. Was seated about 20 minutes of arrival. Every one was pleasant and helpful. Immediately served with water and drink orders Had ginger shots and an appetizer. Small focaccia, Punjabi samosa, mint tea, Ordered entrees and was served within a nice timeframe. The decor was so warming and inviting to conversations. The food; appetizers and entrees were all fresh and tasty. Dessert: devils food trifle and caramelized banana trifle. Definitely look forward to coming back in the future. read more

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My husband and I dined on the patio for lunch today and had such a lovely experience. Our waiter Daniel was kind and professional, the owner stopped by our table multiple times to check in and was so generous with his hospitality, and the global cuisine provides something for everybody. We shared a bottle of Rose of Pinot Noir in the heat of the day and it was so refreshing. On top of everything it was a crazy Mother's Day service and we still felt very taken care of! read more

They only get two stars because the ambiance is nice and my wife liked her lamb burger. The noodle dish I ordered was barely palatable. And the drinks we got were terrible. Service was fine. read more

A wonderful, unique restaurant and dining experience. Humane and kind ownership and staff. Recommended to me years ago by locals even before I moved to Louisville. Delicious food and cocktails and interesting decor. read more

The decor and menu of this place are both so unique and make this place a highlands institution. The only gripe I had was that the delicious food was too hot and required me to wait to eat it for several minutes read more

I love this place! It's my favorite spot in Louisville for sure. There is outdoor seating on a cute little patio, the music is pleasant and not too loud, and the food is delicious! The kusheri was delicious but the paella stole the spotlight, especially after we requested it to be spicier and they delivered! The service is just excellent. read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - Kusheri - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

First time trying Ramsi's of the World restaurant that is located across the shopping center with Value Market in it. My ribs were tender but I didn't like the bbq flavor. I fixed that by pouring some Sweet Baby Rays on it. My wife enjoyed her food. The service and delivery cost was a big let down. My food was ready at the bar when I arrived and made to wait 20 minutes to get it was outrageous. Since I don't like dealing with parking on a very busy street originally I put it in as delivery but the that added $30 to do that. So I picked it up and parked across the street in the shopping center. The inside is sort of funky to figure out, got lost trying to leave for example. I didn't get the magic so will skip it in the future. read more

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Had a really good experience here. We had a friendly waitress who was very knowledgeable. I got the lamb burger and the asparagus fries. Both were really good! The other people, my party got the salmon entrée and the ribs. I tried both and they were very delicious. read more

After hearing so many folks rave about the food here, and their versatility of making dishes gluten-free and dairy-free, I finally made it to this establishment. I ordered the Shanghai Stir-Fry with the tamari sauce on the side (this sauce is the gluten-free option they offer for this dish). The dish is very flavorful, even without the sauce, a tad spicy. The vegetables were very fresh and the rice cooked perfectly. This dish could feed 2-3 people, a very large portion for the price. My companion ordered the Moroccan Lamb Chops, a side of mashed potatoes, and a side of roasted potatoes. They enjoyed the lamb chops and mashed potatoes, but was not a fan of the roasted potatoes nor the quinoa that accompanied the lamb chops. All portions of food were very generous for the price point. After viewing the website pics, and their menu prices, I must admit I was expecting the restaurant to be a bit more upscale. My companion and I both dressed up, and were far over dressed for this establishment. We easily could have worn jeans or sweats and blended in just fine. The walkway to the door is uneven, not conducive for walking in heels. The exterior dining area has plastic around it, to close it in for the cooler weather I gather. The restaurant is older but seemed a bit under cared for, and could use some cleaning up. We made a reservation and while waiting to be seated, two people, who were staff, nearly pushed us out of the way to get through, without saying excuse me. At first I thought they were patrons, until I later saw them refilling water glasses for patrons. Theses staff members were wearing jeans and t shirts. All of the staff wore whatever they chose, it was difficult to decipher staff from patron. I suppose all the hype from others was just that, hype. I doubt I will return to this establishment. read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - Shanghai Stir - fry - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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My friends and I came for a late night dinner at Ramsi's, thankful to walk down from happy hour at a nearby bar for a meal. The night was great so we sat the the patio. Servers were also great - friendly and attentive. I got us an appetizer of queso and chips, which is a longstanding favorite. We ate it all and almost ran out of chips. I'd never ordered a burger from Ramsi's before and it was a fantastic choice. The spicy aioli was flavorful and I was thankful it didn't bring a lot of heat. The dish came with home fries that were great to dip too. Sadly my friend didn't have the same experience as me. He took a few bites of his tortellini and stopped eating, saying it tasted freezer burn. When he realized the price he had to pay the the dish, it added to his disappointment. Ramsi's menu continues to be plentiful and gives you a variety of dishes. I truly miss the fajita pita and its absence will decrease the crave I have to stop in. Empress chicken is a close favorite though and still available. read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - Spicy Bacon Cheeseburger - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

from the time you enter Ramsi's Café, you feel welcome and at home. The menu is extensive with entrées from around the world. Portions are surprisingly large and the entrees are reasonably priced. The ambience includes artwork and artifacts, both from around the world, as well as local artist . The servers and staff are exceptional. They not only make you feel welcomed, but very helpful choosing an entrée. Substitutions are never a problem, and the food is always prepared to your specifications. I always suggest reservations as the place is very popular both locally, and for many tourist as well. Highly recommend Ramsi's Café on the world - it seems to be everyone's favorite read more

It's a larger place than it initially appears, combining multiple indoor rooms and an outdoor patio. The indoors has extensive decor to match their claim of being a global restaurant. It was a local, oddball crowd when I dropped in. I had picked it as a place where I wouldn't get a ton of food, but quite to the contrary, my portion sizes were quite generous. Starting with a salad gave me a large amount of spinach and fruit. Ordering a Jamaican tofu sandwich, which was in a foccacia for some reason, resulted in a quarter of a foccacia, quite a lot of breaded tofu in a sauce that lived up to its promises of spiciness, and a large side of potato wedges. A house ginger ale clearly had plenty of ginger root in it. And with them having a happy hour discount on everything most days of the week, it came out to a pretty good price all things considered. I housed some skepticism that such a broadly oriented restaurant would be able to produce any particular taste well, but I was convinced. And there's plenty of options for all the vegan and gluten-free diners out there. read more

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food is phenomenal! service can be hit or miss depending on how busy they are but it's well worth it! the atmosphere is dark, mysterious and romantic adjacent. There are neat statues and paintings throughout. This is a must try when in the area! read more

Another amazing experience! We had out of town guests with us that we wanted to take a quintessential Louisville spot and thought this would be great. Entrees from all around the world, so everyone can find something they like. We all started w samosas and focaccia, both great. I got the Mr Krabs and it was amazing. Our friends got the peanut-ginger thai noodles and lamb chops and both loved them. read more

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What a fun place! I came with a friend on a Friday night and we were promptly seated. They have both indoor and outdoor seating as well as a bar area that is neatly decorated. We started off with the Tuna Tartare which was AMAZING! I literally could not stop eating. For my entrée I had the Bahn Mi Sandwich which was also very good. We skipped on dessert as the portions were pretty big. I will definitely be back! read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - Banh Mi Sandwich - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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I've eaten here twice so far. The food is excellent and the service is always great.

I haven't been to Ramsi's Cafe in years, so when a friend recently suggested it I was in! We arrived around 6:15 pm on a weeknight and were sat immediately. The restaurant had a good amount if tables at that time. Our server was very attentive and patient as we perused the large menu. The cocktail list looked delicious, but I opted for a glass of wine. My friend ordered a vodka cocktail with sub juice recommendation and it was very tasty! We started with the focaccia, which is more like a pizza with all the toppings of pesto, cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. So good!! Then I ordered the poor girl, which is the shrimp sandwich with home fries. The shrimp was underseasoned so I added some salt but the portion was plentiful. The sauce on the bread was packed with flavor, so I dunked my shrimp in it. The home Fries were seasoned to perfection, who doesn't love home fries?!? Then we finished it off with the bourbon chocolate creme brulee Wow! I would go there just for that dessert. Chocolately goodness with a hard creme brulee! read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - Po Girl Sandwich - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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This is where you bring your out of town family so they'll complain about something other than your relationship status. Flavors are solid. Presentation is hit or miss. Prices have increased about 5 bucks an entree since 2021ish. This is all to be expected. Your folks from the sticks will bitch about the price. They'll complain about the fusion foods (though they'll call it something else). They'll fuss about the decor. They are wrong. It's lovely. But don't worry, the whole family is welcome! Your uncle that calls your same sex spouse your "roommate" will be able to order his bud light. The staff may not judge him for this. Don't worry, I will. I'll be the one with the whole Brie appetizer and a glass of wine appreciating the show. Don't worry, Tiger, you got this. read more

My sister and I went. I loved my vegan bowl. The tofu and vegetables were so good. My sister loved her vegan burger.

We found Ramsi's because my father in law has a rare food allergy that makes him essentially a vegetarian and I love new and exotic cuisine. The food and service here were excellent. Our party of 8 was able to call on short notice and reserve a comfortable table on the well heated and enclosed patio. I got the Egyptian Kitchen. I loved all the new flavors with the lentils and crispy onions and spicy chili paste sauce on the side. I recommend adding the delicious and sweet fried eggplant. The kids were pleased with their burgers and fries. Pop loved his vegan beef fajitas. I want to come back next time we visit to explore more options on the menu. I'm not sure how authenticitly Egyptian it was, bc it was my first time having this dish, but dang it sure was tasty. read more

Ramsi's Cafe of the World describes their cuisine as being global comfort food. I'm a fan of international foods, and was really struggling to find something that sounded appealing for dinner. As a Louisville native, Ramsi's has been a place I've patronized many times over the years. It feels like it's been ages since I've had Ramsi's; it caught my eye while browsing third-party delivery services. I reminisced about pre-COVID all-you-can-eat breakfast buffets and was sold on giving it a go. I ordered Salmon Sonesta-Blackened Scottish salmon, sun-dried tomato cream sauce. With mashed potatoes and stir-fried vegetables. The sun-dried tomato cream sauce was the star of this meal. The salmon was cooked to perfection. My only complaint was that the delivery service took too long. This was not the fault of Ramsi's and it wasn't enough to stop me from enjoying the meal cold. The sauce was well-packaged separately and is not in the corresponding photo. read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

It was ok, better than the last time, but it was not great. That said, the service was amazing! We had a larger party, and needless to say, everyone had individual needs. All were accommodated carefully and kindly. Food arrived together and correctly it's just that the food is average. read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - outside - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

We haven't visited Randi's in years but I'm so glad we went back! We were headed to a UL game & our server was so quick for us to make sure we got out in time to make it to the stadium! But she did it with a smile & friendliness! Our food was so good & just how I remembered. I'm glad we rediscovered it & we'll be back soon! read more

Had a delicious lunch at Ramsi's. We were able to sit outside and enjoyed our time near the fountain. Our server was friendly and present without being overly interruptive (the perfect balance). Our appetizer is always the focaccia and as usual was quite tasty. While I am normally a creature of habit and get the tortellini, I opted for the Crispy Petal Salad with added chicken breast. It was phenomenal!!! Savory and just enough sweetness, slightly warm but not hot, it was everything I had hoped for. read more

Ramsi's Cafe On The World - Crispy Petal Salad with added chicken - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky