I'm stopping in Cafe Sababa after a car emissions test; it turns out since my 2000 Camry is 25…read moreyears old that I no longer need it so I'll count this as a free lunch. The interior is very mom and pop with soft lighting and old ceiling tiles but well maintained with an obvious attention to detail and care. There is limited seating inside; you've got long padded benches set in the walls and small tables. They seem ideal for parties of 4 or take-out. You can squeeze maybe one bigger party inside if you really want. I snagged a lamb sandwich on recommendation; it comed your choice of a chopped salad, cup of soup, or rice. I ended up going with the soup of the day which is a curry chickpea. The lamb sandwich was a definite winner. There's a lot of care and that same attention to detail to constructing it. There was a 15ish minute wait but perfectly acceptable since it all came out fresh. The lamb slices were super juicy and flavorful and the sauce added that extra spicy but not too spicy kick that went well with the softness of the pita and the crunch of the fresh lettuce. The soup was piping hot so I had to wait a few minutes to let it cool but flavorful and smooth. I'd gotten it as a potential dip but the sandwich did'nt need it so I'd probably go with the chopped salad next time. Overall, Cafe Sababa does a lot of what I enjoy in Mediterranean. I'd definitely stop in again and try out more items on their menu if I was in the area. A very good first impression.

My partner picked up a gyro platter and falafel platter for us -…read more TASTE: 2/5 - not sure if it was an off day, but we were disappointed by our food, especially given the stellar reviews here. The gyro meat was seasoned nicely, the feta and tzatziki were satisfying, and I enjoyed my falafel and hummus. But the babaganoush didn't taste right (and I usually love all types of eggplant) and the chopped salad didn't taste fresh TEXTURE: 4/5 - the hummus was creamy and a good pairing w the pita, and the falafel was crunchy on the outside. However, there was too much liquid w the chopped salad PRICE: 4/5 - each platter was $14, though I expected a little less for lunch SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - decent portions since we wanted a light, late lunch

Wow!! We have been looking for top-notch Greek food in Gwinnett since my trip to Greece in 2017…read more.. We've been a lot of places that ranged from okay to terrible. But we finally found it! Everything was so delicious and fresh--and somehow light and satisfying all at once! The menu is robust and there's something for everyone, including vegetarians and kids. The portions are very generous; plan for to-go leftovers! The service was attentive and friendly. The vibes are very cozy and homey. It's like sitting down in your Greek yia-yia's dining room!

Went here for dinner! Ordered a veggie platter and a gyro platter. We were able to replace the…read moreGreek potatoes for house chips which turned out to be a good choice as the chips were well made and crisp. Both platters came with a Greek salad, tomato sauce, tzatziki, and pita bread. I was able to bring part of my dinner for lunch. Overall a decent dinner, gyro could have been a bit more flavorful but every else was just fine.

Lamb Kabob plate, Falafel sandwich, and Kafta sandwich all…read morewere tasty and cooked in front of you. It was not some frozen packed stuff that you buy from Restaurant Depot. Tahina was a bit watery, but hummus was nice and smooth. Grocery side had the Fava beans we like. This time we didn't drink coffee.

The food was delicious- everything prepared fresh. The staff was friendly too…read more The market is well stocked and the dining area is clean and well maintained. Prices were very reasonable and the portions were generous.

I love this place. The people here were extremely nice, and the food was delicious and atmosphere…read morerelaxing where you can hangout with friends and still have plenty of seating. I ordered Pita falafel with Babaganoush as a side and could barely finish this dish. My friend ordered Fattoush and she was in love with the dish. We would come back here for delicious food and relaxing atmosphere

I got the lamb salad based on a Yelp recommendation, and it was everything promised. Fresh greens,…read moredelicious olives and feta cheese with generous slices of lamb gyro meat. A side of perfect baba ghananoush and I can't imagine a better dinner salad anywhere! Great service topped the quick dinner off.

Ambiance: laidback, casual, family-oriented, Middle Eastern dining experience…read more Service: fast, easy, friendly-service, and waitstaff. Food: authentic Middle Eastern halal restaurant. Serving saffron rice, lamb shank, kababs, sumac onions, biryani, falafel, humus, shwarma, karak chai, Persian tea, baklava, tiramisu, saffron ice cream, and many more delicious Middle Eastern foods. Everything we tried was delicious here. Overall: would definitely recommend checking this place out.

What a hidden gem! We'd heard from friends how great this place is and it didn't disappoint! We…read morestarted with the Kibbeh which was flavorful and crispy! For our mains we had the Beef Tikka and at the server's recommendation both the Mandi and Quzi. Such incredible flavors! The service was very attentive and we appreciated the suggestions. We will definitely be back to try more of their offerings!

We'd been on the hunt for a good Mediterranean restaurant, and this place was spot-on. We ordered…read morethe Chicken Shawarma Pita Wrap with a side of Greek salad. The chicken had a perfect sear on the outside while staying moist and succulent inside. Every bite of the wrap was bursting with flavor. The sauces were herby and tangy but the harissa had an extra kick of heat. The Greek salad was refreshing, and a perfect balance to the bold flavors of the wrap. Overall, a solid meal we'd definitely come back for.

The girl working the cash register speaks zero English! She couldn't answer any questions about the…read morefood. We order at the kiosk and the food was meh. Wouldn't eat here again.

We stopped in for lunch today. The dining room is lovely. Bright, open, very nice…read more We ordered samosas and narenj pulaw. My husband asked the waiter which samosas he preferred since we couldn't decide. The beef samosas were good and quite filling. Two come with an order and they are large. The rice was wonderful. Lots of orange rind and almonds! The lamb was a little tough but delicious. The portions are very generous. I think this restaurant is more suited for dinner and am looking forward to coming back.

Service was good Food was good…read morePriced high - reason for 4 star Ambience is casual Place looked clean Not worth returning back

Absolutely AMAZING! I took my mom to Layaly for Mother's Day after seeing raving reviews on social…read moremedia, and it did not disappoint! We started with the mezze trio served with crudité and pita bread. All of the dips were fresh and flavorful, my personal favorite was the labneh. It was smooth, creamy, and absolutely delicious! For our entrees, I ordered the chicken kabob and my mom chose the lamb kabob. Both dishes came with a grilled tomato, peppers, a red onion salad, rice, and an assortment of sauces. The veggies were refreshing and slightly sweet, and the meats were perfectly seasoned and juicy!! And the sauces were all amazing and truly elevated the entire meal. From the food to the experience, everything was exceptional. We will absolutely be back, and I highly recommend Layaly for a special occasion or any time you want an outstanding meal!

TLDR: I had a really nice meal here on a Friday night. The service was superb from start to finish…read more The restaurant is in a small lot, so they offer complimentary valet. I was offered a table vs. my go to (bar seating) I'm assuming because they weren't very busy. The server was very friendly and made great recommendations, so I went with the chicken kebab. This was marinated in a delicious mixture of flavors and was very tender. The basmati rice was fragrant and steaming hot. For dessert, they recommended the knafeh, a sweet, cheesy, and crunchy traditional dish. This dish came with warmed orange blossom simple syrup which just set the tone for the entire dish. It was so delicious, nothing like I've ever had. The perfect balance of sweet, salty, and crunchy. I will definitely come back here and try more food and definitely that Dubai chocolate cheesecake!