*WOULD RECOMMEND* If…read moreyou want something fast, good, and cheap, this is the perfect place. Halal Pitt is a new food cart on Pitts campus and their food is soooo cheap, at most $8 for a platter and that includes drinks. With the platter you get your protein (chicken, falafel, lamb) , rice, and lettuce. You MUST get their white sauce with hot sauce, it is a great on top of everything. Flavor wise, the meats are all well seasoned and the rice is flavorful too. For the price you pay, it definitely fills you up. Plus, there's no other Mediterranean food place on campus so this is perfect for when you crave this type of food. *VERDICT* Totally would go anytime

So so glad there is the NY-feeling if a halal cart serving chicken over rice. The people there were…read moreexcited to be in Pittsburgh and excited to share their food. Got my chicken over rice and it was absolutely delicious! For those who are interested, it is meat cooked served with rice, pita, and a side of salad. The white sauce and the hot sauce is a must! The price is very reasonable and comes with a drink. I would say this is a new gem in the Oakland area. I cannot wait to go back again. They also have a variety of other options too. Must try!!

EGE is now my favorite pizza place since living in Pittsburgh in the last 10 years. Toasttab is…read moretheir online ordering tool. Sometimes when they open up it takes a few minutes to become available to order online. You can also call them to place an order but depending on who anwers, they may not be super confident in their English speaking ability. I normally would get delivery but this pizza is so good that I would drive to pick it up, that's how much I insist for EGE to feed any pizza party I'm hosting. --CASABLANCA pizza is the best, hands down, all my friends and i agree. Almonds, dates, oh my. Also, their Ranch is homemade.

Really good. I wasn't sure what to expect, but this seems to be a very small independent restaurant…read morecrammed into an old pizza joint space. The space is small, so takeout is really the best option. The menu is an interesting fusion of pizza and classic Mediterranean fare. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, despite our limited interactions. It feels like they're trying to deliver on a vision, and I'm here for it. We ordered takeout, and the food was generally good. The house salad was fine. Crisp vegetables, but not overwhelming. The choban salad was good, and as expected. The grape leaves were good. The roasted red pepper dip (ezme) was great. Nice roasted red pepper flavor, with some pomegranate sweetness. The stuffed flatbread (gozleme) was really exceptional, with the tomato and pickle accompaniment really adding an additional layer. The hummus bowl and rice bowl options were good. Nice combination of textures and flavors. The pita was phenomenal. It really felt like some love was put into preparing it. All told, this was a nice destination. It seems like they're trying to fill the space of "pizza joint in a university environment" while still trying to establish the add-on of Mediterranean cuisine. I'm here for it. I think the Mediterranean beat works, and is more interesting than the pizza. Hopefully others feel the same way.

I used to come here as a student when I was at Pitt and it never disappointed. I recently stopped…read moreby here with my siblings and it was just as I remembered it. Very friendly and fast staff. My siblings and I were waiting outside and one of the employees walked out of the shop to bring it to us! How kind. The food is delicious as always, you cannot go wrong with anything you order from here. Now that I'm not anywhere near the restaurant anymore, sometimes I get a craving for this place and my heart breaks a bit on the inside knowing I don't have easy access to it anymore. The restaurant (if that's what you would call it??) has some nice outdoor seating and a beautiful view of Cathy, what more could you want??? I will definitely always stop by here whenever I am in Pittsburgh. LOVE this place!!!!

I DO NOT RECOMMEND…read more Ordered delivery through DoorDash and received the item. After further inspection I found what appeared to be a rodent dropping... IN THE FOOD. Was not a burnt piece.

Deceptive menu pics and descriptions + nothing Turkish here and it is unreasonably expensive for…read morewhat you get: --Unlike the menu claims, what they serve as Adana Kebab is NOT lamb + flavor was not remotely Turkish. Not authentic at all. -- What they call Turkish rice can't even be called decent rice -- Persian menu items however were good -- Lentil soup was a good soup but it was not an authentic lentil soup at all. Don't expect the traditional flavor -- Unlike the pics, salad mix in your Adana will arrive in a tiny, disposable clear plastic -- You will eat at tables covered with sticky, clear nylon table "cloths" -- Your water will be served in disposable plastic cups -- Your food will be served in acrylic-plastic cups, including the hot soup -- Now the value: Soup is $10, Adana is $22, Kobideh is $25, a cup of Cay / hot tea is $3.50 (almost all Persian/Turkish restaurants serve this as a complimentary item -- Lastly they will charge you an extra 3% for paying by card Decision is yours... We will not go there again.

Nice find. Some items on the menu were better than others, but the overall quality was very good…read more We ordered takeout, and the online ordering process was fairly straightforward (though it didn't accept PayPal or Apple Pay). The space is tiny and unassuming, and the restaurant seems to be a family run operation. The interior is much more nicely kept than you might guess based on the outside of the building. The staff were very friendly, and all of our food was well packaged. I strongly suggest taking a look at the "Persian Cuisine" section of the menu; in many cases, that section is more interesting than the Turkish grill. In terms of food, things ranged from excellent to pretty good. The hummus was good and nicely textured, but not exceptional. The kashke ve bademjan was excellent, particularly when paired with the nicely toasted flatbread it arrived with. The Mediterranean salad and Tabouli salad were both nicely done, with a nice level of lemon acidity and some shredded cheese on the side. The veggie kebap was fine, but generally flat in flavor: it really needed some of the sides and some hot sauce to fill things out. The red lentil soup was simple with a subtle spicing but ultimately deeply flavorful. The ash reshteh (noodle soup with beans and spinach) was generally good but would have benefited from toppings that would have probably been provided in a dine-in environment. All told, this was a nice little establishment with some excellent Mediterranean and Persian style cuisine. They seem to churn out some high quality food from what seems like a very small kitchen. I could imagine eating in or ordering takeout, but note that the interior space is fairly small with a limited capacity.

A true Pittsburgh institution. Hands down one of my favorite restaurants in all of this city. And,…read morethat's saying a lot considering what a foodie town the Steel City has become. In all of the years they have been in business (family owned since 1972), the quality and service has never waivered. I am an absolute nutter for Mediterranean food, specifically Syrian. The food is 100% legit, authentic. Made with love, care, & pride. My goodness that tabooli is INCREDIBLE! All fresh ingredients, all the time. Just the right amount of lemon so it doesn't overpower the rest of the flavors. The spinach & lentil soup reminds me of an old boyfriend's Sitty's kitchen. Her soup was the best and the stuff you get at Ali Baba is nearly identical. Kebab dinner platters and grape leaves are fantastic. If you're visiting Pittsburgh, check out North Oakland and this little gem. It's off the beaten path and not touristy but the food is solid and delicious.

Good location and service. Food was good. Nothing fancy. I'd go back. I know this is a short…read morereview, but it's been a month and I forget what I had.

Had an excellent lunch there yesterday. What a surprise! I got a falafel on hummus bowl (no…read moretomatoes). What fantastic flavor! The falafel balls weren't that big, but I loved the crunch and flavor. The hummus was really good & creamy. I loved the bits of red onion & cucumber. I added Kalamata olives when I got home. I also tried their babaghanoush and it was good -- a bit smokey and still slightly chunky (small bits of eggplant). There were 2 giant pitas to dip with. More than enough. There's no real eat-in dining to speak of --- though there's a handful of stools along the wall at a wall-mounted counter. I needed to take my meal to-go, but I definitely will be back and dine on that cute outdoor patio! Great meal.

Oh, how I wanted to love this place…read more We stopped in for a late Saturday evening takeout around 8:00 p.m. They were open until 9:00, so I wasn't expecting anyone to roll out the red carpet, but unfortunately, the experience fell a little flat. Their website says, "It's not just food, it's hospitality." Unfortunately, the hospitality was missing during our visit. We were greeted with more of a "what do you want?" attitude than a warm welcome. The menu is fairly brief, but it took us a minute to decide what each of us wanted so we could try a few different things. There was no one behind us waiting, so a little patience and grace would have gone a long way. I ordered the Chicken Shawarma & Hummus Bowl, and my husband got the Falafel & Rice Bowl. Both were fresh and nicely prepared, but we felt they were lacking in flavor. Unfortunately, the food seemed to have about as much personality as the service. That said, I've heard a lot of great things about Pita My Shawarma from friends, so I'm not writing them off just yet. Maybe it was simply a late-night Saturday visit and we caught them at the wrong time. I'll give them another shot....perhaps during lunch or a little farther away from closing time. Fresh food, but our first experience was underwhelming.....both in flavor and hospitality.

Kassab's was the first place I tried falaffel - back in 1996…read more This restaurant is a South Side institution and it honestly is the best Lebanese food in Pittsburgh!!! I get the Baba Ganaouj, the dolmas, and we do a beef schwarma sandwich. The food is so good, just eat here! Everyone who works here is so kind -- tip them!! But mostly, eat at Kassab's. This place has been around forever, and I don't think it gets the credit it is due!!

Kassab's was fantastic, super conveniently located and quick service. The food was fresh,…read moreflavorful, and clearly made with care. Friendly service, generous portions (I genuinely have never had larger dolmas) and everything we tried was delicious, I definitely recommend the wrap to try if you're stopping in!

I went here for lunch with my work and the place was pretty empty. Can't really say much about the…read morestaff because they just take your order but don't serve the food to you. it did take very long time to get the food so if you are in time crunch, I wouldn't recommend going here.

Mmmmmmmmm!! I love this place!! Their gyros and stuff grape…read moreleaves are amazing. It's hard to find a great gyro in Pittsburgh. Growing up in southside I compare every gyro to the famous shop everyone knows from the southside. So living a cross the river and finding this gyros melts my mouth. Try it. You will love it

Really enjoyed our lunch here during Restaurant Week! The menu had great options and everything we…read moretried was delicious. I especially loved the chicken and veggies. The restaurant was a little busy before the pre-season game for Steelers, but the service was still excellent. Our waiter was amazing--very attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. Overall, a great experience and I'd definitely come back!

4.5 stars. Alihan's Mediterranean Cuisine opened in 2013 and serves Turkish cuisine for lunch,…read moredinner, and special events. The menu lists many meat, seafood, and vegetarian options, and the chefs can accommodate customers on gluten-free and vegan diets. Examples of menu items are lentil soup, babaghanoush, falafel, shepherd salad, lamb chops, many kebabs, sea bass, sautés, house-made desserts such as baklava, and non-alcoholic beverages. My husband and I ate one lunch here. Indoor and covered outdoor seating was available. The employees promptly greeted and seated us, and I appreciated that they recommended specific menu items to help me choose. After a reasonable wait, the foods were brought to our table. Here are my ratings for what we ordered: Grilled Shrimp - 5 stars - Several large, juicy shrimp were on skewers and had been perfectly cooked. Sides were mixed vegetables and a mix of rice and bulgur. Chicken Shish Kebab - 4 stars - The chunks of chicken were large and juicy and had a mild seasoning. On the side was rice pilav. Turkish Tea - 4.5 stars - This black tea was a good size and was served hot. Packets of sweeteners were available. The total price was $55 plus tax and tip.

My friend and I stopped by to grab dinner around 5:30pm last night. The inside has three small…read moremetal red tables with two chairs each if you want to eat there. It is a pretty small space. There seemed to be only one person working so it took a little bit to make our food and ring it out. My friend ordered the kibbeh sandwich and I got the kibbeh platter. We took our food to go. The portions are pretty big and I had enough for two meals from my platter. The food tasted fresh and delicious.

I've been looking for healthy, seed-oil free restaurants and this is IT! I ordered a falafel bowl…read more It was enough for 2 smaller meals and was so fresh. It's truly one of the best quick meals I've ever grabbed from a restaurant. I can't wait to see what else they come up with but will definitely be back to reorder this and get a shake. The service was friendly and quick.