The food was delicious and very fresh. Portion sizes are great for the price. You can't go wrong…read morewith the ICON Salata! All their different sauces are delicious. We also had excellent and generous service; we will be back and recommend grabbing a bit here to anyone in the area looking for something lighter and tasty. They have build your own bowls that you could customize any way you please! 10/10, easy 5 starts

I was surprised to see that the halal scene in Miami hasn't really progressed since my last visit…read morein 2008 but ICON saved the day. ICON is one of the few halal spots we came across, of which served my needed daily protein intake. The service here was incredible both times we went during our trip. There is plenty of seating inside. There is a breakfast menu, lunch and dinner. The spot ranges from rice bowls, salad bowls, burgers, quesadillas, shawarma loaded fries, etc. They also have a pretty nice dessert menu. What is remarkable is they also have an entire coffee drink menu!!! The spot is open late as well which is super convenient. I cannot recommend this spot enough - go check it out!

Tasty Egyptian food with reasonable prices! Never had Egyptian cuisine before so went with a few…read morefriends to try it and we all enjoyed it. The menu isn't too big but has a good variety of appetizers, smaller meals like wraps, and larger plates fit for sharing. We started with the foul moudamas, a surprisingly savory garlicky savory fava bean dip topped with a nice dollop of tehini. We also got the fattush salad which was nicely seasoned but still light and refreshing with a nice crunch from the pita chips. To share, we ordered the mixed kebab platter but got served the mixed shawarma platter, which had nicely seasoned beef and chicken although a good portion of it was a bit dry. The best part of the meal was the lamb shank molokhiya - a savory herby rich stew with a tender fall of the bone lamb shank served with pita and rice, the flavor of the molokhiya leaves is difficult to describe but it's a nice mix of herbal and earthy. The koshery, a common Egyptian dish of rice macaroni lentils in a spiced savory tomato sauce with fried onions for crisp, was delicious a filling. Overall, the flavors of each of the dishes were unique and well balanced, and I'd definitely come back to try more Egyptian dishes!

The chicken/meat bowl was well-seasoned, although, and quite concerning, two pieces of chicken had…read morebits of bone in them. If not for this, I would have given five stars. This was really careless food prep and could have done some intestinal damage. The ultimate falafel was good. Didn't realize the fries would be inside and given we ordered delivery via Grubhub they were soggy. I'm sure there would be better results in the restaurant.

We came for a late dinner on a Saturday night and were delighted to find reservation availability…read morefor the 3 of us still. We were whisked inside to the intimate, dimly lit interior with a DJ table tastefully tucked away in the back of the space. Service was welcoming but overall, not quite as warm and attentive as I've experienced at other places in town. We started off with the Turkish Manti Dumplings, which were the standout of the night. The complexity yet restraint of flavor, balancing indescribable buttery, roasted, earthy notes with a touch of umami and subtle tanginess from the yogurt. The Mezze Sampler was a nice option for trying three of the dips. All very tasty, but I've had slightly better elsewhere. The Sweet Jeweled rice was the other standout with flavor and textural variety that made each bite pop. I found the Roasted Brussels Sprouts undercooked and lacking the same level of flavor as the other plates. The weakest dish of the evening. The Grilled Whole Bronzino got top marks from the meat eaters at the table. Overall, 4/5 stars for a delicious meal but with tough competition around town limiting my ability to hit that 5.

I do love this place for it ambience and service. I will say that it is a sister restaurant to…read moreanother one that I went to for my birthday and I guess I came in with the mentality of comparing it and the food just wasn't all there. I had to return the plate that I had gotten. I'm sure that if I would've chosen something else, I would've been happy because the person that I went with did very much enjoy their meal. I think it's worth it but maybe doing a little bit more research on what to get. To say that the person I was with had the Bronzino and it was delicious. Drinks are also good as well. like anything in Miami parking is a little difficult, we made reservations and we were sat right away. Again, this could've been a one off thing, but everything else was amazing.

A very pleasant outside eating area on a perfect day…read more The food was fresh, flavorful, and delicious Our server was excellent

They say beauty can come from suffering. As a land that has seen its fortune boom and bust over…read moremillennia, Lebanon is a multi-layered, complex country, full of contradictions, historical significance, joy and beauty. Lira Beirut celebrates this through its food, decor and service. The whole vibe of the place seems extracted from a cool corner of Beirut with beautiful retro-cool artwork that is colorful, happy and sophisticated. From graphic prints, to black and white photos and architectural studies, it gives you a sense of a culture that takes the best of the middle east and cosmopolitan worlds. That sets the stage for the food served here. This is not a watered-down shawarma spot to pacify over-served revelers. It's a place to meet real foodie friends who appreciate authenticity and carefully prepared dishes in an elevated way. I haven't had a chance to go to the Middle East, but I can tell from the deft use of spices, heat and technique that their intention is to share the best from their food memory of the old country. I've gone on a few occasion and really enjoyed the fattoush salad, the labneh mtwame, the muhammara, the chicken shawarma plate and the kafta. Many of the dishes come with the crispiest, most addictive fries I've had, gorgeous savory rice and a heap of fresh, fragrant herbs. Even the wine list is pretty nice, and I've had the well priced Sauvignon Blanc and the Pouilly Fuisse. I wished the location were better for us and for them. It could use a more visible location where nice traffic goes by it. Since it's at the edge of Wynwood where it borders with the slowly gentrifying Overtown, it could take a while before its riches are recognized. I can't wait to go back for happy hour again, and I long to see the day when this becomes an awesome neighborhood hangout as they build more apartment buildings in the area that can house people who will appreciate all that Lira Beirut offers.

Wow! The food came out fast, fresh, and hot! Everything was tasty and very large portions. Our…read morewaitress, Sabrina, was amazing and very attentive. Very willing to accommodate. I accidentally spilled my water, and she was immediately there to clean it up. Will definitely be back when in the area!

Loved the taste & reminded me of Detroits Lebanese restaurant up at my home area…read more You won't be disappointed.

Cute hang out spot to people watch and smoke. Definitely should be on your list of places. They…read morehad a variety of flavors and the workers were so cool and down to earth. This place should be on everyone's list.

My friends and I visited Balans after walking around the area and we initially came to get a quick…read moredrink but we were happily surprised by the quality of service and food. Our server was attentive and friendly. I ordered the carbonara and it was absolutely delicious and beautifully plated! We ended up getting a hookah and staying to socialize and people watch! We had an amazing time here! Definitely recommend if you're in the area!

I was at the excellent dental office across the street (separate review, look for it), and the…read moredoctor there told me I should check out Shaddai. I love ethnic food of all sorts, and it's not easy to find a good Lebanese in my area, so I was happy to check it out. And I'm glad I did. First, the server could not have been nicer. He was jolly and patient and answered all of my questions. I placed an order for kabobs (because you can't go wrong with that), and enjoyed the ambience of the restaurant as I sipped my Diet Coke. The food soon came, and it was delicious. I even had dessert, which I'm trying not to do so much, but they had baklava, and I can't resist. And it was awesome. Definitely a great restaurant and one that needs to be visited again and again. I have more dental work to do, so I'm sure I'll be back.

What an amazing restaurant with exceptional service and food. We love coming here. Never too busy…read moreand everyone is always happy. Nice date night or family night

Great hookah experience. It's a Monday night we're from out of town and missed our normal hookah…read moresession. Did some research and found Pharaoh hookah. I called before coming he said he'd make sure we were taken care of. Got there no issues he is located on the top floor. There isn't a lot of parking but we didn't have trouble again it was a Monday night. We got orange and mint mixed. It was amazing. The owner was great, he talked to us, made us laugh and even gave us some tips and tricks for when we're back home smoking our own hookah. He offered us drinks, we had Canada Dry and Coke. I can't even believe the total it was so low I was shocked coming from Atlanta and it's crazy hookah prices. None the less the hookah was GREAT and the vibe was everything we needed. Netflix and hookah! Make sure to check him out!

Best hookah lounge in Miami. Hookah in Miami is very expensive. They usually don't give you a…read morerefill on coals and it's not authentic. This place in the top of a strip mall so don't get scared. The owner was super nice and friendly. They have Turkish tea which was amazing. They have a lot of flavors and hookah lasts a long time. Prices are great

Love this place!!! Super chill next to the Arya!! They have pool tables and TouchTunes!! Plus…read moreHookah!! So far I've only have tried the peach rose!! Delicious. We are smoke pineapple and mango. So good!! Jason and Adrian are awesome!!! Best customer service!! Place is clean. Bathrooms are nice. Very chill spot. Prices are good!! They have a lot to choose from!!

great customer service , great time !!! Made me change my…read moremind about coming back to Miami.

I had to rush from Broward to Bayside plaza to meet a Brazilian to watch the World Cup game…read more Unfortunately for me, I didn't have lunch, but I thought hey I'll just get something quick to eat in the food court. When I arrived at the food court, I realized that this was not the same place I remembered from 10 years ago. A decade ago aspiring restaurateurs were put on waiting lists to get a spot in this much coveted tourist haven. Now it's a mere shadow of its former glory, where dozens of restaurants used to be thriving, now has been relegated to four begging for customers Out of the four, I chose Gyro house. I'll put it like this, if a wild razorback, a nile hippo, Hillary Clinton and a Tasmanian devil took a number 2 on my plate with a pate of watery duck pellets, it would've tasted better than the stomach disturbing crap I was served by Gyro House. Hunger forced me to eat this superbly bland under-cooked chicken, flavorless hummus, microwaved pita bread and half rotten salad. While I was grubbing, something revolting hit my palate, my gag reflex kicked in and I vomited out everything that was in my mouth and my throat. That is when I knew enough was enough, the rest went into the garbage. \\BEWARE\\ They have taken down the name of the restaurant, I'm assuming because of their low yelp ratings.

Gyro House was in the mall food court at Bayside. I ordered a falafel sandwich and iced tea. The…read moremeal was overpriced at $12.83... They didn't want to take cash. But there's a tip jar full of cash. The wait was over 20-minutes. People came after me were served first. It is obvious men and immigrants are special at this establishment. They prefer serving platters instead of sandwiches, because my falafel sandwich was flimsy and lacked salad vegetables. Barely any lettuce and a few pieces of diced tomato. Also, less than a tablespoon of tahini. No side dish served like the picture menu. Also, they do not carry eggplant dip. Overall, terrible customer service.