Happy to have tried something new but wasn't my thing. Expensive and I thought the food was…read moreunderwhelming. Marani sampler - 2/5 - 3 different phkali spreads (spinach, eggplant, and green bean). Bland. I like the spinach one the best. It would be nice if it came with bread or chips, but we got bread on the side and that was $5 extra. Lamb kebab - 2/5 - Tough texture. Expected it to be juicier? Khinkali - 3/5 - Thick shell. I always take note of broth inside of a soup dumpling. Wasn't super flavorful but decent.

I've been going to Marani for years and had a lovely meal there last night. The evening started out…read morea little differently than expected, as our main course arrived before the appetizer, but the way the team handled it made all the difference. They were warm, attentive, and remade the dishes so my husband and I could enjoy everything in the proper order during a rare night out without the kids. I also received a very generous follow-up afterward, which made me feel that my loyalty and experience were genuinely appreciated. The kebabs are delicious, the food feels truly traditional, and the service will absolutely keep me coming back.

Great neighborhood Turkish spot! Been here several times and can't believe I hadn't reviewed them…read moreyet! Ambience is clean, open and bright with tasteful minimalist decor. Service is always spot on and personable here regardless if they are busy or not. Must orders here are the several varieties of fish, but for those who eat Americanized fish, they take the head and tail off but the fish fillets are not your perfectly squared of pieces. The fish is grilled to perfection and simply served with a side of either grilled veggie, yummy pilaf rice or French fries. The octopus stew is the most buttery and tender octopus you'll ever have and who can not forget their kabob selections whether you do the chicken or lamb! Stick with the mix grill plate for both though so you get to try a selection of them all. End the night with some hot Turkish black tea or string Turkish coffee with a sweet piece of baklavah or a digestive night cap of Raki mixed with a little water and you are good to go! Can't wait for my next dinner here!

Food is great and hearty. My dislike is towards the staff…read more Ordered the Black Sea drink that is like the equivalent of a Long Island Iced Tea but I got it with no iced and sour as hell. Asked the waiter for extra ice and a coke on the side only to be ignored and not get it at all. Either way two time experience here. First and last.

Nick's Bistro serves seriously good Greek food, and you can tell the whole team takes pride in what…read morethey do--from the servers to the cooks and manager. I went on a quiet Tuesday and basically had the place to myself. They even showed me around the back, which was pretty cool and made me appreciate the operation even more. I tried the lemon stuffed cabbage because I wanted something besides the usual gyro. Remember to always eat your vegetables! The decor is great for a date, great lighting. I found plenty of street parking. It is a place that clearly cares about what they serve.

Intimate and cozy, this is where the locals of Forest Hills come to enjoy delicious Greek fare. The…read moreservers are all very attentive and helpful with suggestions. Came with some friends for lunch. We all got various combinations of the mixed plate and an order of fried calamari. The calamari was lightly breaded in a flaky batter that brought out the flavors of the squid. Cooked to perfection it was tender, not chewy. As for the mixed platters, we had lamb gyro and the souvlakis as well as the lemon potatoes and fries. The lemon potatoes were perfectly seasoned and had a nice tartness to each bite. The lamb gyro was tender. The chicken souvlaki being moist and flavorful is the barometer for the level of detail that goes into every plate served.

Very delicious falafel in pita! Not too salty and oily and was full of flavor! Highly recommend!read more

This place is now my favorite falafel spot in all of nyc thate first and I just got back form…read moreIsrael and they can match any and most of those as well. The shwarma was not the best I ever had but was one of the good ones for sure. So this will be my spot from now on for sure !! Shame i never seen or heard of them as all passed this block for the last 20 years .

Having Bulent as out Server was fantastic!!! He recommended various dishes to try since it was out…read moresecond time coming. He was very knowledgeable about Greece and other countries that we have visited. He also recommended visiting other places within the countries we plan to visit future. I had the lamp chops cooked medium and they were cooked perfectly... The ambiance of the restaraunt was cool, inviting and the music was consistent with the country. I recommended OBA to anyone who loves Greek food! Bulent you are the best. !!!!!

Such a great spot for lunch or dinner especially when you're craving Greek food…read more I usually go for the falafel and salad but my husband is more of a meat guy so he usually gets one of the brazino or gyros. We have never been disappointed with the service or food because we were always treated with the utmost respect every time we come here. Food is always fresh and made to our liking. Summer there's always some sort of outside seating but winter time we prefer to stay warm inside. Not a lot of tables but definitely able to get a table if you come early enough. Also located in a great spot so if you're not feeling their dessert, you have many options right along austin st!

Came here for the first time after a friends long time recommendation. I went for the classic gyro…read moresandwich and it did not disappoint! Large size makes it feel like a complete meal no need for extras or sides although they do look great! Food was made to order pretty quickly. The vibe Is no frills and the value for the price is solid. The service was fast and straight to the point. I only regret not trying the baklava. Happy to try them again!

That white stuff in the souffle dish is awesome! Yogurt ? The regular Greek salad is just what you…read moreneed!

Came here for lunch on weekdays. One nice perk is that you can earn rewards through the Seated app,…read moreearn points through OpenTable.com and get cash back with Upside App, all are free and easy to use. This restaurant is also part of the Foodie Card, which is a restaurant rewards card that gives 10% discounts for participating restaurants. The place was exactly what we were looking for... Inexpensive, cozy, and comfortable atmosphere! The place wasn't busy. Amazing service and delicious food! The food was fresh and came out fast. Portions are generous, so you definitely won't leave hungry. I had Lentil soup and Bronzino, which were tasty and flavorful, also gluten free, dairy free and soy free. Others had something else I had no interest in to remember the name. Their menu has many options to offer, including gluten free, soy free, and dairy free options. We would come back again and highly recommend you check out this place if you are in Forest Hills Queens.

First, the service is superb. The apps to start were delicious. The grilled octopus was so good…read more Bronzino and Durado fish entree were excellent. We always go a few times a year. I think it may be more moving forward.

My Second favorite (Kosher) pizza joint in N.Y. is Mezze's…read more Their regular slice is solid. And Just the other week, I consumed a mock pepperoni slice. Though never tasting pepperoni before, I enjoyed the slice. A partner of mine had a spicy Sicilian slice. The first time she ordered it she loved it. But they seem to have changed it since, and she said it was never like the first time. Then we found out that different people make it in different ways at this establishment. The next time we ate at mezze's together they said they could put a spicy sauce on top of the slice. It was not the same. She ordered it for a third time when we went out to eat next and she said it was not the same. Mezze's whatever you did the first time with that slice let me suggest you go back to that cuz it worked. Thanks for the tasty food!

Had a volunteer thank you linner here as well as surprise baby shower in tandem here…read more It was in their private room in the basement. Was directed to basement but very hard to tell there was a private room until I asked. It was spacious in basement and nice space. I ordered the queens boulevard roll which was good. Others ordered various items from menu and seemed to decent portions vs the sushi in which I ordered. Wish I tried the eggplant parmigiana instead. I guess it's unique that you can order sushi & pizza at same time. I heard that the whole block including Mezze will be closing due to the whole block being demolished and converted into another new high rise.

Oh my God, this place was one of the best restaurants I had ever went to. I went on a date with my…read moreboyfriend and it was actually the best experience I ever had. The food was delicious and the ambience was amazing. The service was so nice. All the waiters were so welcoming and it was amazing. I love how the restaurant is all about culture and shows tremendous diversity. It felt like I was in another world. The steaks were to die for and the kebabs were amazing. The salads I can't even tell you how good they were, we of course, had to order to go. Prices are fair and overall I totally rate this 10 out of 10. It's great for dates parties or just a regular outing. And on top of that, they also do catering, which is so good to hear.

We were in the area and looked around to see what was around and haven't checked out yet. I came…read moreacross Art of Grill, and it looked dark and empty from the outside, but we saw a small sign outside stating there's a lunch special. Went inside, and it felt like I was transported elsewhere and not in NYC. I liked how the entire place was decorated. There's room to move around and private sections that are closed off with curtains. Food wise, there were two menus, one that was a tablet which had more options and this other large black book. I suggest looking at the tablet. It took a while to decide what we wanted as there were so many sections. I chose the two soups, which were the dumpling langman soup and the shurpa soup. One tasted like chicken soup but with lamb instead. However, both were pretty small. For the table, we got the Manti soup dumplings, which had minced beef inside with soup inside too and beware it is hot. Also, we got the shepherds salad, but they don't have feta cheese, so we got it without that one ingredient. I would suggest this restaurant if you're interested in trying something unique such as Uzbek food.

So so so good! My wife and I enjoyed the wonderful people…read morealmost as much as the food, which was absolutely amazing and delicious . Such good flavor and the owner really cares about every detail.

Chef Rafaeli helped me plan a beautiful engagement party he carefully helped me curate a menu that…read morehad so many different options for all dietary accommodations and everything was so fresh delicious and the service from the waiters was top-tier. Not only that, but he was with me every step of the way when planning the party he gave me suggestions and advice for music, decorations, desserts table, and so much more. I would highly recommend doing Events at Rafaelis Palace if you want a smooth process and for all of your guests to enjoy the delicious food.