Sam's Gyros

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I found this gem in a Facebook group. It's close to my job and the food is made fresh. Will visit again.

Hubert L.

Food And service was great. I usually have my gyros deconstructed during purchase -small box of Lamb -pita bread (4) -cucumbers -tomatoes or olives -cucumber sauce in a cup. Then once home or work, reconstruct the above into the uploaded photo.

Outstanding food, even better value, always great service! I have never had better Gyros even in Tarpon Springs!

Clint L.

Needed a quick bite to eat, and since my wife isn't with me on business, I can try some local gyros. So I stopped at Sam's Gyros. I had a sandwich combo with fries and a soda. The fries were just fries, and they put some seasoning on them. But like I said, just fries. I was here for the gyro! It was really good and there was a lot to the order!! Probably should have ordered some extra pita bread, because there's plenty of meat and toppings. Speaking of toppings, you can select from lots of choices. Not many gyro restaurants offer this many toppings. Onion, tomato, feta, lettuce, peppers, cucumbers, and more. My only complaint?? Not a fan of their tzatziki sauce!! Very thin and runny, and absorbed quickly by the sandwich. I ordered a side of extra sauce, and I probably should have ordered even more. I was not impressed by the sauce. The service was quick, and the restaurant was clean. I just recommend bringing your own sauce.

Aaron L.

Ate here before Louder Than Life 23. The food here was great and sizable portions. The only down side is the gyro meat had was a tad cold. I would highly recommend Sams Gyros.

Hollie K.

I stop in often and they are consistently great. Food is delicious and portions are generous. Staff provides professional and courteous service. Excellent for a quick lunch spot or grabbing dinner to go.

Lamp platter and falafel balls also baklava

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Nice guy. My gyros came out of a warmer bin and was sherreded. The fete cheese is shredded. The tzatziki sauce was salty and had no dill. I do like crinkle cut fries. Wish I could give the guy a better rating read more

Sam's Gyros - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Rob K.

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Diamond in the rough! The lamb is perfect! Fresh, seasoned, warmed, and cut into manageable pieces. I hate when people serve cold lamb. Portion size is very generous! You won't leave hungry. The team is helpful in navigating the menu. I'll 1000% be back and will bring others with me. If you're in the neighborhood stop in and give it a shot. read more

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Danielle B.

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I have been eating here since 2007 when I moved to Kentucky. The location has since moved but still providing good customer service and good food. There is nothing fancy about this place but it's clean and nice to sit and have lunch and conversation. read more

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Miranda F.

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Never fails to impress me with customer service, and very yummy food. 10/10 always. Also, thanks for the extra baklava! read more

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Ashley H.

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I found this gem in a Facebook group. It's close to my job and the food is made fresh. Will visit again. read more

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Hubert L.

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Food And service was great. I usually have my gyros deconstructed during purchase -small box of Lamb -pita bread (4) -cucumbers -tomatoes or olives -cucumber sauce in a cup. Then once home or work, reconstruct the above into the uploaded photo. read more

Sam's Gyros - Lamb gyro - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Jason A.

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Outstanding food, even better value, always great service! I have never had better Gyros even in Tarpon Springs! read more

Sam's Gyros - Gyro Platter! W/ extra Pita. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Nabeel O.

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My favorite spot in Louisville. Great food, great service, great people. The portion sizes are good and the food is delicious

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Austin S.

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I have not ate in the restaurant but have ordered food for lunch at work from here and it's always great with one exception. My favorite item is the gyro, they always load it down with plenty of protein and veggies, to say it's a 2 handed is an understatement, 3 hands would be better and it is just a messy good time, highly recommend. I've also gotten the grilled mix with rice, the proteins were super flavorful and juice and over all amazing. Now is the downfall the rice. If you have ever bought the microwave rice from the grocery store this is exactly how the rice felt and tasted. A bit hard and waxy and had a distinct taste that I've only tasted with microwaved rice. But over all place is great and recommend just beware the rice could be iffy. read more

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Jose A.

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Good food, great portions (2 ppl per plate), fair price, pretty clean kitchen and bossman is pretty nice.

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Chad B.

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Food was absolutely AMAZING. We were here for the state fair! Wanted something different. This place knocked it out of the park! Great food great service!!! read more

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Mary M.

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Great value! The platter had a substantial serving of rice, salad (lettuce/tomato/cucumber/feta), five large chicken breast strips, garlic sauce, and a lightly toasted pita. The chicken was very well seasoned. My only critique is that they are a bit heavy-handed with the tahini in the hummus, which makes it a little runny, buts its smooth and flavorful. read more

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Clint L.

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Needed a quick bite to eat, and since my wife isn't with me on business, I can try some local gyros. So I stopped at Sam's Gyros. I had a sandwich combo with fries and a soda. The fries were just fries, and they put some seasoning on them. But like I said, just fries. I was here for the gyro! It was really good and there was a lot to the order!! Probably should have ordered some extra pita bread, because there's plenty of meat and toppings. Speaking of toppings, you can select from lots of choices. Not many gyro restaurants offer this many toppings. Onion, tomato, feta, lettuce, peppers, cucumbers, and more. My only complaint?? Not a fan of their tzatziki sauce!! Very thin and runny, and absorbed quickly by the sandwich. I ordered a side of extra sauce, and I probably should have ordered even more. I was not impressed by the sauce. The service was quick, and the restaurant was clean. I just recommend bringing your own sauce. read more

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Manny T.

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Happened across Sam's Gyros. Welcoming staff. Delicious food - fresh ingredients, generous portions. Tastes like home cooking. Kind of a hole in the wall place, but terrific food & a warm atmosphere. I think I'll go back tomorrow. Highly recommend! read more

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Raymond C.

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This place is amazing,very friendly and generous portions and the special sauce is amazing and they will give you as much as you want,definitely more falafel to make it complete read more

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Aaron L.

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Ate here before Louder Than Life 23. The food here was great and sizable portions. The only down side is the gyro meat had was a tad cold. I would highly recommend Sams Gyros. read more

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My friend & I were in town for an event so I searched Yelp for lunch ideas. I'm so glad we found Sam's Gyros! The place was super clean & Sam's' brother set us UP! He gave us a sample of the chicken & gyro meat with rice & tzaiki sauce (kind of like ranch only better!) The chicken was crazy tender & the beef was spiced just right. I don't usually get rice but this was plump & kind of buttery. I got a combo meal that added rice & my choice of: cucumber, onion, banana peppers, jalapeños, cheese, tomatoes & then he added the most creamy tzaiki sauce and warm pita bread! It was so so fresh & delicious. Sam - please open a location in Louisville! read more

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Hollie K.

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I stop in often and they are consistently great. Food is delicious and portions are generous. Staff provides professional and courteous service. Excellent for a quick lunch spot or grabbing dinner to go. read more

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Teddy G.

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5/5 stars! Muhammed and his staff were very kind and gave large delicious portions on my lamb and chicken plate! BYO salad as a side too!

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Tiffany G.

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Absolutely delicious! Major portions for the price and the staff is so nice. Even if you are on the fence about a menu item they will get you a sample! read more

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Barbara J.

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Me and my sister ate here and it was wonderful first they welcomed you gave samples and we ordered it was just as wonderful very nice clean friendly e everything fresh and homemade new favorite gyros place. read more

Sam's Gyros - Lamp platter and falafel balls also baklava - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Ashley C.

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This place is lagit! It's in a strip mall so it's kinda easy to overlook, but don't. My wife and I got gyro sandwiches with everything on them and baklava. The pita bread was soft, the lamb had great flavor and all the toppings tasted and looked fresh. The baklava was some of the best I've had. read more

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Vincent S.

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The lamb salad is my go to at Sam's. Delightful flavors and always a large portion; enough for my wife and I to share. The lamb is always well prepared and taste amazing! read more

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Stellar food amazing staff. Cozy little restaurant in a strip mall right near Churchill Downs. Their cucumber tzatziki sauce is simply amazing. read more

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Matt B.

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My father recommended Sam's Gyros to me and it was a great suggestion, I have gone back a number of times since! The gyro meat is generic frozen that they roast there, and the pitas about the same. But all of the salad items and rice are very fresh and tasty. Every time I've been they pile everything high and completely stuff the togo box and all of the staff are respectful and friendly. If you go, please do yourself a favor and try the baklava!!! It is hands down the best I've ever had. I asked about it and they said they have someone make it just for them and I totally believe it. I have "paid it forward" and bought some for randos behind me in line that have said they haven't tried it yet, it is so worth it! read more

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Hannelore M.

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They have the most delicious gyro sandwiches! I crave them every month and am never disappointed with their taste, quality, and freshness. They are very quick and you can't go wrong with their prices. I love this restaurant! read more

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Shawn C.

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Got the number 10, the combo platter with lamb and chicken. Most tender chicken I've ever had, everything else was fantastic as well. Just one guy there serving, super nice and super quick. Also huge portions, basically 2 meals for the price of one, and a cheap meal at that read more

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Shawnalee S.

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I have supported this restaurant once a month since they opened. Today, that changed. When I arrived, the "chef" was outside with his gloves on drinking from a water bottle, on his cell phone, and smoking. When he re-entered the restaurant he went straight to work, touching, ready to eat food. He never washed his hands. That is disgusting! I don't want to consume your saliva, I don't want the germs from the door handle, and I sure don't want all of the bacteria from your cell phone! read more

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Donald F.

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The food is amazing! The workers are super nice! It was m first time eating Mediterranean food, and they got me together!

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Bernadette A.

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Tried this place for the first time today have to say, it lives up to its reviews. I tried the mixed plate and it's enough food for two and very tasty. Will definitely be back. read more

Sam's Gyros - Chicken/Lamp Gyro Platter - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Alex F.

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I had the chicken shawarma plate and it was very good. Quaint little place with counter service but the food was good and fast. The Tzatziki sauce is amazing! read more

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Roger K.

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This place makes the best gyros in Louisville. I also like to Greek salad. It never disappoints

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Kevin S.

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Quick and fresh food. Helpful and friendly staff. The food is great and plenty of it. In a storefront that does not do the food justice. I would recommend highly. read more

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Mike N.

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Had the lamb gyro plate, and it was very good. Abundant portions, hot and flavorful. Staff was very nice and accommodating. read more

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I've traveled quite a bit in the military and with my current job and this is one of the best gyro's I've had. They don't skimp on loading it up either. Very satisfied and will definitely return to try the rest of the menu. read more

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Ethan W.

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The food is always good and mostly fresh. Everything seems to be around $13/$14 in my experiences. Longest I've ever waited for a single dish was 5 min. Fast and efficient. Get as much "sauce" as you'd like and good luck finishing these portions. read more

Sam's Gyros - Lamb Beef & Chicken over rice - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Jennifer C.

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Only had chicken shawarma sandwich but it was amazing. Get all the toppings. Great for trips from University of Louisville stadium. read more

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Jeff D.

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Right up there with the best in the city. Huge portions, great food, fast and friendly service.

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Becca J.

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Carry out order. I only get the falafel and can only attest to that but it was hot and fresh and delicious. With a side of yogurt dip and salad and rice with fresh veggies this made a great and somewhat unique meal. Will be back read more

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As always it's good, very good. Great little place and the portion size is huge. Gyro and chicken shawarma is great as well... once day I will try the falafel read more

Sam's Gyros - Sams Gyros platter - Middle Eastern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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3123 S 2nd St
Louisville, KY 40208
Wilder Park
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(502) 709-4292
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Hours

What time does Sam's Gyros open?

Sam's Gyros opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Sam's Gyros opens at 11:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does Sam's Gyros close?

Sam's Gyros closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Sam's Gyros closes at 8:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 10:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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Does Sam's Gyros take credit cards?

Yes, Sam's Gyros takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Sam's Gyros have a drive thru?

No, Sam's Gyros does not have a drive thru.

Does Sam's Gyros serve alcohol?

No, Sam's Gyros does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Sam's Gyros allow dogs?

Yes, Sam's Gyros allows dogs.

Does Sam's Gyros have TVs?

Yes, Sam's Gyros has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Sam's Gyros have bike parking?

No, Sam's Gyros does not have bike parking.

Does Sam's Gyros have outdoor seating?

Yes, Sam's Gyros has outdoor seating options.

Does Sam's Gyros have parking?

Yes, Sam's Gyros has parking options.

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No, Sam's Gyros does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

mediterranean food , fast serving and good food , we serve gyro( beef and lamb ) and we have grill chicken and chicken shawarma and beef shaverma , we have Phili steak and we serve it in pita bread and we have falafel and Greek salad with best desert ever ( Baklavaaaaaaaaaaaa)

History

Established in 2012.

We was have store in st Matthew but closed and we was have one in j-town but closed too

Meet the Business Owner: Samuel R.

We have good food and all customer told me that Just try and u will come back

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Love this spot. It has that rare combination of feeling genuinely wholesome while serving food…read morethat's incredibly flavorful and reasonably priced. We couldn't decide what to order, so we ended up trying a little bit of everything. The tabbouleh, hummus, falafel, and spinach pie were all fantastic. Every single side was fresh and packed with flavor. The sauces deserve their own shoutout. I would happily take home a gallon of the garlic sauce, and the tzatziki was just as addictive. My husband ordered the Mediterranean salad, and my daughter and I shared the kids' shawarma plate. The salad was massive with a beautiful variety of fresh vegetables. The beef shawarma was incredibly tender, and the basmati rice was perfectly cooked. One thing that really stood out to me was the hospitality. While we were there, a family came in just before closing and asked if they could still be served. Without hesitation, the staff welcomed them in and accommodated them with such kindness. It felt less like a restaurant and more like being welcomed into someone's home. You can tell there's real care behind every ingredient and every interaction. Everything tasted fresh, balanced, and homemade. It left us feeling satisfied without feeling heavy, which isn't always easy to find when eating out. Safier is the kind of place you leave already planning your next visit. We'll definitely be back.

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Great service for carry out. They even let me make a cup of hot tea to drink while I waited…read more I got the chicken shawarma sandwich & a small Greek salad. They cut up the chicken smaller than I'm used to but it was still good. It was clean inside & you can really tell they care about their customers & their business.

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Great service. It was ready pretty fast. Everything we ordered was fresh & flavorful. We did carry…read moreout but inside everything looked neat & clean. I love that they had a variety of sauces to choose from or add on the side. I will definitely be back. Side noteThe brussel sprouts were so good. A little heavy on the garlic but you can request anything to be adjusted or taken off. It's Noted for next time.

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Very cute place, nicely decorated, staff was pleasant and helpful…read more They started us off with a tiny complimentary cup of lentil soup which was fantastic, I would order a larger portion of this for sure. The felafel was small, but tasty. My beef shawarma came with rice, hummus and a salad, it was a lot of food and I ended up giving my salad and hummus to my dining companion. Overall I would definitely come back here, the food was so great and a needed addition to Bardstown Road

Took a quick trip to Louisville yesterday for a concert. Celebrated our anniversary before the show…read morewith dinner at the Kebab House and it was so good! I got the chicken shawarma platter, which came with a very generous portion of chicken, hummus, vegetable rice, a salad and garlic sauce. They brought pita bread for the table plus a couple extra samples of things for us to try - lentil soup and an after dinner sage tea. Everything was so flavorful and seasoned really well and I'd definitely recommend stopping in if you like Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food. 969 Baxter Ave., Louisville, KY

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Man. Where do I start? The service was truly refreshing. This place exceeded my expectations & I…read morecan't wait to go back lol. I chose the shawarma wrap & their salad on the side instead of fries. My first bite of the wrap I said Holy S%^* lol but for real. The onions were grilled to perfection & the pickles they had inside were delicious. I will ask for extra next time. It was the perfect flavor combination & I was truly impressed with the wrap. It was definitely the star of the show. This kind of place is exactly why I love Yelp. It takes me places I wouldn't otherwise try & then opens the door for more experiences. 10/10 recommend for the wrap & can't say it enough. I ate it too fast for a picture & Ate it in silence lol

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This place is perfect! We found ourselves here one early evening before we had to catch a Belle of…read moreLouisville cruise. Easy drive over the bridge. Plenty of parking. Indoor and outdoor seating. Attentive staff. Fresh food! I saw halloumi on the menu so that was our appetizer. It came with pita, tomatoes, and cucumbers. It was perfection! When they brought it out, they also brought us a bowl of salad. We're not entirely sure if one of our meals came with a salad(probably weren't paying attention) and we weren't in a salad mood. We each took one bite of the salad and almost fought over it lol. We licked the bowl clean. D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S! My wife ordered the salmon. It came with veggies and rice. She loved it! It definitely filled her up and since we were taking a cruise, it felt ideal to eat fish. I went with the steak shawarma. I wanted something a bit lighter since we were going to be out most of the evening. It was perfect too! I opted for rice as my side and that's probably the only thing I messed up on. There's generally not a thing as too much rice but it was nearly a plate full. Once I ran out of steak, there's no way I could've scarfed the rest of that rice down. I was stuffed in the best way. Once we finished, I went up to pay. The guy(I assume the owner) asked how things were and of course I replied amazing! Every single thing we had here was fresh! My only regret honestly is that I hadn't been to this place until now. It's certainly the best Mediterranean food I've had in the area. We plan to come back!

It's hard to find a Really Good Gyro these days... But.. it seems one has found me!…read more. As I'm walking by minding my own business... then realizing I'm hungry... I see a couple walking out of an establishment carrying what looks to be a To-Go Food bag... And what do you know .. before my face sits a Mediterranean Cuisine restaurant that I have walked right past for the last 2 weeks.. Mostly due to the fact that I'm not from New Albany and just so happened to be working on a project around the corner.. Anywho... Long story short... They had Gyros.... Ohhhh Myyyy Goodness.... And they did it Just Right... I can tell the meat was shaved (as it should be) and not pre cut and packaged (as it shouldn't be).. and the freshness and flavor was ALL there... oh and the seasoned fries complimented my sandwich perfectly. The name has changed to PETRA Mediterranean Cuisine

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The food varies by option, it is not your rockstar but it does the job, some items are 4.5 some are…read more3. Reasonable prices, quick service, great hummus! It always a life saver to meet your middle eastern craving when nearby! Ambience varies if music playing or lunchtime or end of the day late night! But always friendly service! Will always come back!

We stopped in for lunch and had a delicious, affordable meal. The service was fantastic and very…read morewelcoming. My son liked his lamb gyro so much, he got a second one. The rice with my falafel platter was absolutely delicious. We highly recommend and will definitely be back!

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We chose MeeshMeesh as a celebratory dinner because we'd heard such great things. We were excited…read moreto finally get a reservation, but unfortunately our experience didn't match the expectations for the great things we've heard about this restaurant. We waited 30 minutes past our 9:15 reservation to be seated because we were told the previous reservation would not leave. We had to ask the hostess twice before our table was ready. Once seated, we felt rushed to order. The salatim wasn't replenished until we had nearly finished our entrées. When we asked for more pita with our mains after receiving side orders of hummus, we were asked how many individual pieces we wanted. None of us received the rice that comes with our mains, and when we asked our server just agreed but it was never brought out. My fries were also forgotten and by the time I asked I was told the kitchen had already closed so I couldn't get them. They kindly removed the fries from my bill and gave me a complimentary dessert. Our empty glasses also remained on the table for the entirety of the dinner. At the end of the meal, we all requested separate checks, but three of them were incorrect and had to be fixed. As we were leaving, we could hear the employees cheering because we had left. We greatly appreciated the discount our group received. The food was excellent, but for such an exclusive restaurant we expected a better dining experience.

Unforgettable meal. We may go back to Louisville just to eat here again, and we live in California…read more Everything we had - embered beets, tomatoes and stone fruit, chicken thighs, salmon, and babka - was simply sublime. And the basic dishes were the most surprising. We can't stop thinking about the tomatoes and stone fruit - how can a few ingredients we eat so often have such complexity and taste beyond any prior experience? It's infuriating. Also the rice - of the hundreds of rices we've had this is by far the best. Rice! Service was exceptional as well. Our servers Celeste and Ollie (Ali?) were knowledgeable, welcoming, and efficient. Hostess Isabelle was our hero. We were in Louisville only for 12hrs so did not have a reservation but nicely begged her and she was eventually able to fit us in late on a Sunday. We are not Tom Colicchio and Padma Lakshmi, but we've had many phenomenal meals throughout the world and this one is going to be memorable. If anyone at MeeshMeesh wants to start a restaurant in Sacramento, please give me a call.

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Embered Beets

Caspian Grill

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5.1 mi

The food here is great! The atmosphere is a different story. It could use some help and just felt a…read morelittle dirty. If they fixed the interior, this place would be packed! The food is that good. We went on a Saturday at noon and it was empty. Several people did come in for carryout orders. I think most people get carryout. We ordered the gyro, pomegranate stew and eggplant appetizer. The gyro was fantastic! We had to get the pomegranate stew, because it seemed so interesting and it was! Sweet, savory and so tasty! The portions were perfect--just the right amount without being stuffed. The eggplant app was good, but not the best thing ever.

The atmosphere is quite interesting, felt like I didn't know if it was a nice sit down or order at…read moredeli, I highly enjoyed the homemade hummus very flavorful but other than that everything else was quite alright, didn't care for the baklava regardless of being homemade and typically biased of that but unfortunately not this time.

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Tomato soup and crispy pita bread

The Eagle Louisville

Kerri, our bartender , was amazing. Kiki was entertaining and brought joy to the experience. Great…read moreplace to relax in the patio area on a pleasant evening.

Kiki, the server made me feel good. I'm definitely coming back for the food and Kiki's charm. While…read moreatmosphere was relaxing. I found myself smiling and laughing. Prevalent was the service being prompt along with the friendly vibe.

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Feast BBQ

They call it the 2nd best BBQ in Kentucky , but we call it the best we have ever had!!…read more The brisket deserves a bite all by itself before you add sauce. Melts in your mouth and well seasoned. We loved the Mac and cheese, my wife is particular about that and this met her standards. The vinegar slaw was perfectly tangy and refreshing. And the sweet potato fries are exactly what you need to dip into those sauces. Get the hot bbq sauce and add the vinegar sauce!! Even as I type I have a nice warmth in my mouth and throat. It made me star dipping everything in the sauce- slaw included!! Burgoo is fantastic!! With a gentle heat, I would get it alone if it came in a big bowl! With so much meat, corn, Lima beans, and carrots but it is the broth (sauce?) that gets you hooked. We had the Ale8-1 Burton slushy, which is sweet and refreshing on a hot day. And for desert we had to try the bourbon bites! Wow! Try to save room. Love the music in the background and casual atmosphere which would be fun for families or friend to meet. They service is friendly and helpful for us newbies! Wish we lived near by, so order up and enjoy!

Rated 4.8 When you think of barbecue, what comes to your…read moremind? I think of this place the only thing I miss is seeing the the big smokers just rolling smoke like a train coming thru town.. but besides all that the flavor is there the juiciness is there and the explosion of a delicious lemonade is right on point. I need to come back to try a dessert so that I could give it a five star. In my professional opinion of eating, I have to say some of the best wings on this side of the river

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District 6

Food n service "GREAT". Specially the Crispy fish n the pork belly bun. Take out orders also…read moregreat. Would recommend to everyone

First time here, but it definitely will not be the last! Service was fast, very friendly, and very…read morehelpful! We settled on lunch specials which included a drink, appetizer & entreé. The summer roll was so fresh! My companion got beef banh mi which was incredibly tasty! My tofu & veggie pho was filling. Both were presented beautifully with taste to match. Restaurant ambiance is typical Asian with plenty of tables that aren't too tightly packed. They also have a generous happy hour M-F and we will definitely go check that out soon.

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Aspen Creek Grill

We went for a late lunch. Thete is some oarkingbin tge front of tge restaurant and a huge lot…read morebehind it. We were seated immediately and our server was really friendly and efficient, taking out order, bringing food and drinks and keeping our water glasses filled. We ordered the pork tenderloin sandwich which came with one side and we added the second side. We had the sweet potato casserole and cole slaw. The slaw was a bit spicy for us but we put it on the pork tenderloin sandwich and it was good that way. The pork was a huge piece that made two sandwiches ( we ordered the second bun). It was breaded, fried and tender with a good flavor. The sweet potatoes were really hot and sweet and satisfied us as dessert. We enjoyed the food, laid back atmosphere and will return.

Aspen grill is a spacious restaurant with multiple tables & booths to dine in. The restaurant was…read morepretty busy when we arrived but we were seated after a few minutes. Our server was helpful & nice. She even sang me happy birthday. I ordered a steak, with the classic salad and sweet potato casserole. My steak was a little overcooked & not prepared the way that I ordered it. The casserole and salad were good. The salad was very filling and large. My meal was a reasonable price. I also got a complimentary brownie with ice cream for my birthday.

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Paige P.

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9 months ago

We live in Alabama and came to Louisville last year to visit family. We came to Sam's and I fell in love! We are here again this year and I threatened to pitch an entire fit if we didn't come to Sam's again! There is no comparison from any other Gyros that we've tried! This will always be on our itinerary when we visit Louisville! Thanks so much guys!! read more

Kayli O.

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2 years ago

The food is always great. You get more than what you paid for the workers are very friendly and helpful! Plus it's the ONLY place around with the aloe bottle drinks I haven't been able to find them since I moved here! 10/10 recommended read more

Ant W.

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5 years ago

I just adore this place. So good. So FRESH .... I love they two guys that are always there. They always lookout for me. I love them

Michael P.

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3 years ago

One of my absolute favorite places to eat in Louisville! The staff is very friendly and the good is superb!

Michael F.

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7 years ago

Stopped in on my way to one of my stores, Friendly staff, Good food with Large portions!

Nicole D.

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2 years ago

5 star across the board. We love this place and return often each time we are in town.

Justin C.

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9 years ago

Good food, quick service and reasonable prices.

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