Pleasantly pleased with my first Persian experience…read more Just off Joppa Road no the eastern edge of Towson is a massive complex built just for shops. In the sea of massage parlors, tanning salons, and laundromats is a Orchard Market & Cafe, serving up authentic Persian cuisine for 35+ years and counting. Had the fam visiting sis in nearby Pikesville. When we come down she always picks somewhere off the beaten path, something unique. This visit was no exception. Having never tried Persian food, I was excited to try something completely new. In this case, it was new yet also familiar. It's kind of like a mix between Indian and Mediterranean. You've got your assortment of stews and grilled meats infused with saffron, cardamom, and turmeric served of course with a side of basmati rice. The Mediterranean influence can be seen in their homemade hummus and use of fresh fruit and vegetables. There is perhaps no better example than the Mango Pear Salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, mango, pear, Bulgarian feta and pomegranate vinaigrette. If you're feeling up for some true Persian fusion, you can't go wrong with Spicy Kermani Beef, which features succulent filet mignon sauteed with mushrooms and pepperoncinis in a zesty tomato garlic curry sauce. Everything in that brief description is right up my alley, and usurpingly the meal did not disappoint. Service was on point from start to finish, the finish being a tall glass of Persian saffron ice cream. Now this was truly a first for me, as I've never had anything like this in my life. The taste can be described as earthy, slightly floral and very aromatic. Rosewater adds the floral notes, while the saffron gives it the signature golden-yellow color and luxurious scent. Definitely a one-of-a-kind flavor that I highly suggest trying. The dining room is cozy with some neat pieces of art resembling ancient Middle Eastern artifacts adorning the walls. All in all I'm glad we got to try cuisine that doesn't have much representation in this neck of the woods.

My wife found this unassuming little Persian restaurant in Towson. It is small but cozy. Apparently…read moreit's been around for more than 10 years. The food is delicious. The grilled meats were well seasoned. The portion sizes are generous. We ordered 2 different dishes and shared them. The saffron ice cream with pastry and sour cherries was heaven. Do not skip this dessert when you go here.

Very disappointing food. The samosas were dry and tasteless. The Tikka Marsala was tasted like…read moretomato sauce. The portions are extremely small. The Tandoori chicken was dry . This was my third visit here. This was not my favorite Indian restaurant but , at least the other times the food was better. I almost threw the food away . It was that bad.

FALAFEL WARNING WOOT!!! WOOT!!!!…read more We stopped in here Memorial Day only after finding that Kathmandu Kitchen was closed for the holiday. Now, I had no great expectations of a fantastic food experience, knowing that in the past the food has been mediocre at best, and the service only good if you look Middle Eastern. The three of us ordered the falafel lunch special-major mistake. From here on out it will be referred to as the big falafel fail. It started out with ordering. The manager rang us up and I could tell that he overcharged me, so I asked for a receipt. He then did some spin doctoring, by screwing up his face, playing with my money and asking ME how much the falafel was. I looked over my shoulder and asked him if he was talking to ME. (No, this isn't that scene from Taxi Driver) He muttered something I couldn't understand, re-rang me and it was 3 dollars cheaper. Before eating I used the bathroom-no toilet paper, no hand towels, no hot water--Three bad hygiene strikes and you're out! The Big Falafel Fail: Our sandwiches were ready. We all had a couple bites, and then we looked at each other, because we knew there was something wrong. It basically tasted like deep fried parsley and other gunk-it was a mushy, disgusting, bitter mess over wilted lettuce. If there was a grain of chick pea meal in it, a microscope would have been needed to detect it. Now, the menu says that the falafel sandwich is supposed to come with tahini (sesame paste). It came with runny tzatziki. The bread was good, though-there, one star. It will be a long day in suburban hell before I ever eat at this hut again.

My to go place for past 10 years for cheesesteaks. Never ever was disappointed and amount if food…read morethey give out is very generous

Friendly service, great food and late hours! The atmosphere is nice and it's close to work, and…read moreschool!!

Was having a falafel craving so I looked around and Falafel House got good reviews and was close…read more Stopped in at lunchtime and no line. Ordered a falafel pita and it was ready in 5-10 minutes. Came with hot sauce on the side. Pita was good but could have used more falafel. Hot sauce was the best and I was dipping every bite before eating. Nice people and good Sammy.

I'm unsure if this is Syrianos or falafel House, but it is delicious! The #2 mango smoothie is so…read moreyum I may have to move to Towson. Too bad we leave tomorrow. We also tried the berry smoothie and the peanut one. Very good! Dolmas are fresh and tasty! The proprietor is friendly and service fast. I wish to come back!

If you're in the area and trying to figure out a solid lunch or dinner spot, I definitely recommend…read moreNaz's Halal Food. I originally stopped in thinking it would just be a quick grab-and-go meal, but it ended up being way better than I expected. The food was fresh, flavorful, and the portions were generous. My favorites: * Chicken & lamb combo - perfectly seasoned with a great balance of flavors, and of course topped with their signature white sauce. * Lamb gyro - tender, well-seasoned, and filling. * Chicken sandwich - really good, and next time I'll definitely ask for extra sauce because that takes it to another level. * Baklava cheesecake - such a unique dessert and the perfect sweet ending to the meal. Overall, it's a reliable spot when you want something satisfying and packed with flavor. I'll definitely be back!

Hubby ordered 2 combination rice bowls and they were divine, that I had to order it again. However,…read morefor this order I only ordered 1 combination rice bowl and for hubby I ordered the combination gyro. As soon the food arrive, hubby inhaled his before I could snap a shot. I will say everything comes hot and ready to eat.

I've passed this restaurant hundreds of times. I read the menu, decided it sounded bougie with over…read morepriced food so never went in. I attended a wedding celebration there on Thursday and am happy to report I was wrong. The staff was professional and welcoming. It was pretty chaotic with people randomly showing up. They took it all in stride. We were offered water and drinks immediately as we waited for the bride and groom. While we had a "set" menu, every option sounded delicious. Finally the happy couple joined us and we could order for real! I doubled down ordering both hot crab dip and crab cakes. Hot rolls. Yes and they were fantastic. The dip was good. Our servers brought out to go containers almost immediately. It wasn't possible to eat all the food available. I ordered a blue margarita. Strong and yummy. Tasted the crab cake which was good as well. The broccoli seemed an afterthought. Cooked well but NO SEASONING! Who does that? All in all it was a wonderful celebration with family and friends. I'll be back to finish exploring the menus!

** 10 Year Review Update **…read more It had been many moons since I've visited this place until a few weeks ago. I visited a few weeks ago, and again this past weekend. Inexpensive street parking as well as convenient garage parking near. Upon entry SUPER CROWDED. College students and young adults everywhere. Despite the heavy crowds, there manages to always be a seat for my party, the employees are fantastic, and the food continues to be delicious. On 3'13'2026, I visited w GodSis, and was assisted by Kyle. Kyle had a big personality and was very pleasant. Collectively, we ordered the following. HH-House Wine (White) - Amazing as usual. HH-House Wine (Red/ White) - Refreshing Broccoli - Came out cold, sent back for hot broccoli. HH-Steamed Shrimp - Plentiful and yum. HH-Grilled Lamb Chops - Tender, well plated, savory. HH-Thai Chili Wings - Amazing flavor, great texture and temp. Fries - Ok. Room temp. HH- Spinach and Artichoke Dip - Very good. Plentiful. Yup, I'll surely return to hang out w the future if tomorrow.

Was in Towson on Sunday and decided to try this restaurant. I was totally surprised with…read moreeverything. The restaurants decor was very nice. The waiter that helped us was super helpful & very friendly. We ate the buffet which was great. I will definitely come back to this restaurant.

Made a reservation for 7 for a work dinner! Restaurant is small so seating was intimate. Ordered…read morethree types of momos but the chili chicken were my favorite! Also really liked the chicken bites, soy skewers, and noodles.

As soon as I saw the versatility of this place, I hoped like hell it would be good! Oh boyyy! It's…read morea goldmine! I had whole wings and they were PERFECT! Coming from a native hot wing/whole wing city, they made me proud!!! They've got Indian cuisine, Italian, American, alll sorts of beverage options and a mini tobacco mart! Creative and genius! If ever in the Baltimore/Towson areas, please support them!

Beware of Lombardi's in Towson, Maryland in January 2026 when I went to get my food after waiting…read moreextra time because when I got there, they wasn't done and it was another 30 minutes before I had my food I found hair in my food once I got home and the sauce tasted weird like they had done something to it. Buyer beware they are taking less than shortcuts. My star rating is a zero but I had to click at least one star to let you guys know.