This was my first time trying Turkish coffee, and I absolutely loved it! For other first-time…read morevisitors, I recommend letting the coffee sit for about 30 seconds before taking a sip so the fine grounds can settle to the bottom. Also, don't stir it after it's served, as that will bring the grounds back up into the coffee. Be sure to leave the last sip or two in the cup, since that's where the grounds collect. The coffee itself was excellent, but I would recommend that servers explain these details to first-time customers or at least ask whether they've had Turkish coffee before. A little guidance would make the experience even better for newcomers. We also ordered the hummus as an appetizer, and it was fantastic. The naan was served warm, and the hummus tasted incredibly fresh and flavorful. It was the perfect way to start the meal. We also ordered The Bosphorus Special, a mixed grill platter featuring doner, kofte, chicken kebab, beef kebab, Adana kebab, and chicken Adana kebab, served with vegetables and white rice. Everything was absolutely delicious. The meats were cooked perfectly, tender, and packed with flavor. I'm so glad my significant other and I decided to share this entrée because the portion was very generous, and we still had plenty of leftovers to take home. While the service could have been a bit more attentive, it did not negatively impact our overall experience. After our food was served, our waitress did not check back to see how everything was or whether we needed anything additional. We also ended up with quite a few leftovers and requested to-go containers. Initially, only one small container was brought to the table, which required two additional follow-ups before we received enough containers for the remaining food. One suggestion I would offer is that, for tables ordering larger meals, it may be helpful for servers to proactively offer to box up leftovers as dishes are cleared. For just two people, our table became overcrowded rather quickly, especially with the generous portions. Since our waitress did not return after the food was served, it made managing the table and leftovers a little challenging. That said, we had a wonderful first experience overall. The food was outstanding, the portions were generous, and we look forward to coming back again in the future.

Came for lunch and was pleased with their lunch special, the gyro meat had great flavor and I…read moreordered the hummus as my side. The pita bread was the warmest, fluffiest, pita I've ever had. Would definitely order it again. I would've liked the baklava to have more honey on it so I'll be sure to ask if ordering it again.

Everything was really good here! I loved the service. Lady was very nice. Came for lunch and it was…read moreempty at first but slowly got busier. Food came out fast. Everything was so flavorful. One of the best hummus I've had. I got the gyro platter and it was huge!! I had so much leftover. The rice is really good. Overall enjoyed it all. They have canned drinks. Highly recommend. Cute decor.

I was blown away by the Mediterranean food at Kabob Grill. This is a hidden gem on 96th Street. We…read morehad an early lunch. The food was fantastic. I started with the Hummus Sharma with Chicken. The chicken was hot, spicy and moist. The hummus was light with lots of tahini. The appetizer came with pita bread and was delicious and filling. My husband had the gyro, which was generously filled with meat and fresh ingredients. He ranked the gyro among the best he's ever had. I ordered a Tabouli salad late. It took awhile to come out and I realized that they made it FRESH! It was the best tabouli salad that I ever had. Sammie, our server, was attentive and friendly. Compliments to the amazing chef! The food is outstanding! The dining room is simply decorated, but comfortable. There's plenty of parking in the strip mall. I didn't see alcohol as an option. But they've nailed the rest. Highly recommend.

We stopped by when they were closed and the owner welcomed us in anyways and gave us this delicious…read moreube tres leches cake. Such a kind man and hospitality experience that we're already planning a meal here in the fall when we come back. Thank you for your kindness!

I wasn't planning on coming here for lunch (I was walking l to the Indian buffet less than a block…read moreaway), but I noticed the sign out front that said 'Lunch Buffet Mon-Fri)' so I decided to change my plans. Boy, am I glad that I did! There are 2 distinct seating areas. Near the window there is the traditional Turkish sit-on-the-floor area. Towards the back are conventional tables (no booths). What the sign in front failed to mention is that when you order from the lunch buffet ($15), you also get to choose 1 item off the appetizer as well. (If you want to see what was on the buffet the day that I went, look at the attached pictures. There is also a photo of the appetizer menu.) This is a family-run business and service is extra friendly and fast. Note: If you pay with cash, there is a 5% discount.

The food is delicious and fairly priced. The owner is super friendly! We recently took family for…read morelunch and it was stellar. The kebab and the falafel were fantastic! He often parks in front of the public library. Give this local guy a try!

Their food was amazing! Just what I was looking for to pickup and go between appointments while in…read moreBloomington. I definitely will stop by again sometime.

Delicious fresh food cooked perfectly. The kebabs are amazing. Good service. Reasonably priced. My…read morefamily loved it. We will be back . The hostess gifted us fresh carrot Kheer when we were leaving . It was delectable.

I moved to Indianapolis a couple of years ago and found Spicy Doner on DoorDash. I was very…read moresurprised by how amazing the food was and have ordered from them many times since my first order. It had been a while since I last ordered, and today I was craving chicken tikka masala. I placed my usual order, and saying I was disappointed would be an understatement. Look at the salad photo I attached and compare it to the photo on the menu. They are not even close to being the same, and what I received was quite disgusting. The plain naan bread was unusually greasy. After being disappointed by the salad and bread, I do not know why I was surprised when the main dish was lacking as well and tasted nothing like my previous orders. DoorDash still lists the restaurant as Spicy Doner, but Yelp now shows the restaurant name as Punjabi. I can only assume the restaurant is under new management due to the name change and the dramatic decline in quality. Hopefully, I can find an alternative restaurant soon because I will not be ordering from here again.

Fayrouz has the BEST Mediterranean food in Hamilton County, bar none. Being from NYC, I am no…read morestranger to great Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. This place rocks. Their hummus and pita or baba ganoush are uber-fresh, full of perfectly seasoned flavor (a bit smoky on the baba!) and the olive oil and paprika are the perfect toppers. Black olive garnish is the cherry on top. Their falafel are also absolutely yum, served nice and hot, and the service is always very friendly, fast and courteous. I've been 3-4 times, and will keep coming! Recommended!

Fantastic food! They have great customer service too. I ordered to-go, got kibbeh and kibabs. They…read morewere super friendly and let me customize my order. The food was fantastic, juicy chicken, everything was super flavorful. Definitely the best food of its kind in the area, and reasonably priced. 10/10 recommend!

One of my longtime go-to brunch spots in Indy has been Milktooth, and I'm happy to report the…read morerecent transition to "Arleen's" hasn't changed the things I've always loved about the place. Same great staff, same cool space, same open kitchen where a party of one like me can grab a counter seat and watch the chefs do their thing. I've honestly always enjoyed that part of the experience. Today I had the avocado toast with feta and an egg on top, and it totally hit the spot. Earlier this week I tried one of the newer menu items -- fried chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy, plus a sample of jalapeño cornbread and Asian slaw. Incredible comfort food. And as someone who normally isn't much of a slaw person, I was surprised by how much I loved it. They also tried to tempt me with the roast beef special, which honestly looked great, but at 10:30 in the morning I just couldn't fully commit to roast beef yet. Maybe next time. The new name is a nice tribute to the owner's mother, Arleen, but thankfully it still feels like the Milktooth so many of us have come to enjoy over the years. Definitely worth checking out if you haven't been in awhile.

Very cool vibe. It is a repurposed garage, so even if you decide to eat inside, you still get the…read moreoutside feeling. I was alone so I sat at the counter. Friendly staff. Enjoyed the iced coffee. Had the grits with bacon bits and egg. Did not realize I had the choice of how the egg could be prepared, so it was more runny than I liked. I also enjoyed the cinnamon bun. Not overly sweet. Just perfect.

The food is fresh and made to order and oh so good! But I don't know if the food is better than the…read moreservice! It's a family that makes it for you with absolute love! Don't miss out on this one! Best on the north side for sure

Came for the baba ganoush (baba ghanouj?) and left more than satisfied. For real, I can eat baba…read moreganoush with pita as a meal. I HAVE eaten baba ganoush with pita as a meal many times. The baba ganoush at Noor Cafe is great, and comes with warm pita slices, plus pickled vegetables on top. I was kinda more hungry than I thought, so I also ordered a falafel pita sandwich and a glass of Pinot Noir. The falafel pita comes with a lot of different vegetables and sauces, and is fresh and cool from the veg, but warm from the falafel and pita. It's also huge! This is something you could definitely split if you wanted to, or eat by yourself if you're especially hungry. I was a little taken aback by how small the dining room is at Noor Cafe. There are four tables, and one of them was filled with toys, which was adorable. Some kid came from out back to play with them, and I was reminded by the adage that the best Asian restaurants are those where some kid is playing or doing their homework in the dining room. I think that might be true! Noor Cafe is not Asian, because they offer Mediterranean food, but they're also not-not Asian because they also offer some Indian options (kaathi rolls, paneer). I mentioned that I got a glass of Pinot Noir here. Yes, they offer beer and wine! They served the red wine chilled, which is not ideal, but I'm willing to overlook that because the baba ganoush was so good.

Stopped in for a bite to eat before seeing Sebastian Maniscalco…read more It's a smaller place right off the road, but still very cozy in the winter. Services and food was very quick. We started out with an order of Dahi Malai Kebab. It's nice and kinda filling. Picture a perfect looking potato cake on a hot date with a saucy sidekick. Yum. I just don't think you can go wrong with Chicken Tikka Masala, basmati rice, and naan bread. It's like equivalent of midwest comfort food My wife and I split the entree. Definitely enough for two. We got a medium level heat. I love spicy food, and this was a very nice heat for me, but mild is probably a better option for someone that does not like spice. The naan was nicely seasoned and crispy. Perfect on its own. Please go. You'll leave happy.

Aroma has been on my list for a while. I am delighted to finally visit. Wow! Delicious Indian food…read morewith a fusion twist. My dinner partner wouldn't go near okra, bus seriously, try that appetizer. I love the. Minimalist decor and clean design. And servers are helpful as well as appropriately attentive. They seem to have a full bar, and the wine list is short as well as special cocktails. Try the rosemary nan.

excellent food, great service, inviting atmosphere. Fun place to go in Bloomington right on the…read moresquare. The eggplant and Kabobs are amazing!

First time eating at Samira the food was really good and so was the service. Everything was…read moreunique and made with fresh ingredients highly recommended