Found this lil gem as we were out at the outlet Mall. Wow guys!!…read more I Love kabab but this is the Best place for Kebab I've found so far! The girls inside greet you as you walk in and they are never without their gorgeous smiles! This place feels like one big family dinner experience! All of the girls take very good care of you. You start out with an appetizer plate of sorts; really just an accompaniment to the Hot lil bread pillows of Yum (more on these in a bit!). A corn slaw served alongside a tangy delish yogurt and some sliced Green olives. Super yum! Now the PITA? Puffy little pillows of HEAVEN. The girls put them thru the salamander oven to toast up just before bringing them to the table. so when they set them in front of you? They are Piping Hot and Toasty, with a touch of sweet.... DELICIOUSNESS!!! We were going to order the kabab Mixed platter in order to try a variety of kabab; but our sweet server told us about a better way to go! Upon her recommendation we got two of the kabab plates, complete with salad and pilaf - AND we were still able to sample multiple kabab! I got the shrimp and lamb while the hubs got the beef and lamb. Complete the plate with a moist lightly flavored pilaf and the Jerusalem Salad and I'm Tellin you!! Drool Worthy!!! The kebab are cooked perfectly? With a lil pink onboard; and the flavor? Spiced PERFECTLY! Lamb with Zero gaminess and ALLLLL the YUM!! Slightly smoky from the grill and slightly sweet in the background. With hints of Cumin coming to the party. One of my Absolute favorite spices! The shrimp is sweet with undertones of citrus and something else I couldn't quite place These puppies are ginormous and cooked to plump juicy perfection! The salad is a fresh mix of cucumber and tomatoes w slight hints of mint and parsley and lemon heightened w just a touch of salt. This place is AWESOME!!! Istanbul Shish Kabab is a DEF stop thru when your in the Charleston area. Come by for top notch service and TOP NOTCH CUISINE!! Thanks guys we Will be back!!

I love trying new places when I'm in town--I actually passed on this spot last time I was in…read moreCharleston, but I'm so glad I gave it a chance today. I ordered to-go since I wanted to relax and eat in my hotel room. At first, I'll admit the restaurant itself didn't feel as clean or organized as I would've liked, and I almost walked across to Chick-fil-A. But I decided to go with the positive reviews I had seen--and I'm really glad I did. The cashier was incredibly kind and attentive, which made a great first impression. I ordered the mixed platter for one and swapped the lamb kofta for chicken kofta. Everything was delicious--flavorful, well-cooked, and satisfying. The chicken, steak, and kofta were all done really well. I especially loved that they give extra whipped garlic (because honestly, you can never have enough), and the bread... SO good. Fresh, warm, and easily one of the highlights of the meal. Overall, despite my initial hesitation, the food and service really won me over. I'd definitely recommend giving this place a try!

My first visit was actually a to go order so didn't get the pleasure of the indoor dining space…read more It was on a Friday and they were busy but attentive to our arrival. We ordered a lamb gyro and the spinach pie and the falafel balls. Everything was delicious and fresh and hot. Definitely a spot I would like to dine in when not in a rush to try some of the other dishes.

Visiting Savannah for the first time and we were STARVING ... decided on Mediterranean and we were…read moreNOT disappointed. We were greeted immediately and Dalton was so funny and nice as he took our orders! We each had a dessert appetizer as we waited for our to go orders and I had the tiramisu... so good! We came right at the start of dinner service so the place was empty but people started pouring in after we arrived. Definitely seems to be a local favorite! Definitely would come back here solo or date night or anything in - between!!

We started off with Hummus & Pita which was delicious. We loved our Kabob Platters. The chicken was…read morevery tender and authentically seasoned. The portions were large enough for leftovers. Service with a smile.

The food is excellent.Im sure you won't be disappointed. Especially if you're into Mediterranean…read morecuisine.Thats my go to!! And always a plus if you're wanting something different that day...

I finally tried Olympia Cafe and when I say 10/10, I mean it, on all aspects!…read more I decided to treat myself on my last week of living in Savannah. I love Greek food and I always enjoy venturing out to new restaurants. I went in on a Wednesday. My waitress, Hannah, was amazing. I cannot thank her enough for the level of service and the overall hospitality I experienced here. She let me try some wine, before I decided to commit to one. I also was provided a complimentary appetizer and she said "OPA" with me. It was truly an experience. I decided to try the branzino and I'm so happy I did! The fish was seasoned to perfection- it was fresh and light. I enjoyed it with their rice/peas and you have to have the Greek lemon potatoes. The food in itself had me wishing that I had more time to try more entrees on the menu. I had lived in Savannah for over three years and had neglected to visit them. I took the Greek lemon chicken home and Hannah packed me a little dessert to enjoy. I had mentioned my apartment was packed and she packed me extra silverware and napkins to go. She put the most level of CARE into my visit and I'm so grateful she was my waitress. Final Verdict: I will be stopping by whenever I'm in the area again. This has to be one of the best Greek restaurants, if not the best I've tried in my life.

If you are looking for authentic Greek cuisine in Savannah and are in River street - don't look any…read morefurther. This small restaurant has the most unbelievably and delicious gyros. We'll just like in Greece. The service is super fast and friendly!!! We come here every time we are visiting!!

Fast and friendly service Food was delicious ! And the decor and ambience is top notchread more

If you are looking for THE true middle eastern culinary experience, the flavor which takes you back…read moreto the country of olives, pita and zataar - This is your place! The freshest ingredients, true to middle eastern spices and lots of fresh herbs to blow your mind....and elevate your tastebuds to new heights. Don't overthink it, just order the 10 dish mezze and dig in. Great ambience, fast and professional staff and service is perfect. Make reservations!!!

Great hole-in-the-wall spot! I initially came here to get tahini from the market but stayed for…read morelunch. The market side is fairly well stocked and has a good selection of Arab products. I was thrilled to find some good Lebanese tahini! The deli side is cozy and has comfortable seating. The shawarma is fresh and well flavored!

Absolutely incredible food and hands-down one of the best hidden gems in the Charleston area. Baba…read moreKabob delivers authentic, fresh, flavorful Middle Eastern food every single time. The meat is perfectly seasoned and tender, the rice is amazing, and the homemade sauce took everything to another level.

Awesome food, awesome experience, awesome selection of side items to choose from, and best of all,…read moreyou're allowed to sample any/all of the many side items! Highly recommended.

This place used to be so much better, but it's gone downhill. the food is just bland. i ordered a…read morebeef gyro and it's so packed full, it's sloppy and hard to even enjoy eating it. You also have to pay extra for feta and hummus....on a gyro....at a Mediterranean restaurant.... lol The sides that are served hot, are microwave, and just chewy. I hate leaving bad reviews but I just spent $20 on dinner for one, on food that was not worth that.

the most authentic cuisine without traveling to Lebanon. I've eaten in every country along g the…read moreMediterranean (except Libya), and you won't find better anywhere. Their hummus is to die for, and the lamb is perfection. don't forget to save room for the baklava. I make a point t of visiting Leyla's every time I come to Charleston.

I stopped in here on a very busy weekend in downtown Charleston. The atmosphere was quiet and…read morerelaxing and I nice respite away from King St. This appears to be a family owned business and everyone was so nice and attentive. They were very helpful with my questions concerning my gluten allergy. They were able to confirm what was gluten free but it is also clearly marked on the menu. The food was fresh and amazing. The hummus is homemade. I had chicken Lula and it was really well seasoned and some of the best I've ever tasted. The only downside was the price. It was quite pricy for a lunch but with that being said, I would still return for more of their food. I just wish I could have tried more of it.

I came in here while in the area and I was excited to try something new even though it's been here…read morefor quite a long time. However, the chicken was dry, and the Taziki sauce was runny and not very flavorful at all, so needless to say, I will not be returning. The salad was good and service ok.

My partner and I were hungry upon arriving at our hotel in the evening after a long trip, so we…read moreset out to find a bite to eat close by. When Adam's Kitchen showed up as a spot with Mediterranean offerings we decided to check it out. We got there just before their closing time and were prepared to order our food as takeout, but the people were friendly and welcoming and encouraged us to stay. We were too hungry to argue, and wow, did it turn out to be a lovely experience. The food was prepared fresh, came out quickly, and served with care and a friendly smile. My lamb gyro was perfect - served on warm, puffy pita with fresh veggies and a generous drizzle of tzatziki. My partner's chicken shawarma sandwich was equally tasty, but the crowning glory was the house-made baklava that was subtly enhanced with orange flower essence that elevated it to something truly special. We're here to visit the Charleston area for just a short time with so many things to do, but we're definitely making time to head back to Adam's kitchen before we leave for a stash of their to-die-for baklava, Dubai chocolate, and whatever other of their homemade treats strike our fancy. If you're in the Mt. Pleasant area and have a hankering for excellent Mediterranean food prepared and served up fresh by friendly people in a comfortable, laid-back atmosphere, you won't regret checking out this little gem of a restaurant!

We were very excited to try Sermet's. When you walk in it's quaint and cozy. The staff are all very…read morefriendly and knowledgeable. We started by sharing a beet and goat cheese salad which was off the charts delicious. They brought complimentary bread and oil to the table. The bread was fresh and warm. The oil infused with sun dried tomatoes maybe? It was very good. The drinks were nice but nothing notable. It's an extremely limited menu. We figured because there are only a few items offered, these items would be outrageous. Well, I had the halibut special. It was good. The halibut was cooked perfectly. The whipped ricotta didn't really go with the fish and didn't have much flavor. My husband had the chicken scallopini which was boring. The vermicelli was good but nothing that grabbed us and made us want to go back. The food is ok, the atmosphere is nice, and the staff was great.

The ambiance was beautiful with a great outdoor courtyard and live music. The service was amazing,…read moreour waiter kept checking in and really took care of us. The food was solid too. Only reason it's not a full five stars is the price -- we spent $270 for dinner for two and didn't get that much. Sad to hear they're closing, it was a really nice spot.