“Zara offers a delightful experience with its diverse menu and inviting atmosphere. The dishes are expertly prepared with fresh ingredients, showcasing bold flavors and creative presentations. Whether you're craving traditional favorites or exploring new culinary delights, Zara Restaurant delivers exceptional quality and value. The ambiance is warm and welcoming, perfect for intimate dinners or lively gatherings with friends and family. That was really memorable experience for my family and I to have a local cuisine in a foreign country. Their kebab still lingers in my mouth!“
“We had catering from Stella’s and their salmon is the best in town! For the first time ever, Stella’s made a small error in our order and went over the top to make it right, by delivering to our house and adding a yummy extra by way of apology. I wish they made mistakes more often! Thank you, Stella’s!“
“This is our 4th time at this family owned authentic Iraqi restaurant. The delicious mouth watering food and great customer service is what brings us back every time we are in the area. The restaurant is small and meant to be a to go place, not a sit and eat type of restaurant. Also, they offer a small selection of authentic Iraqi/Middle Eastern goods.Vegetarian options: Small vegetarian selections.Parking: Public parking.“
“Very authentic place. Deserts are homemade. ??Main dish was amazing. If you really want to experience a real taste of Balkan food(not americanized), it is a great place to see it. I also need to mention that owner is quite positive and treats you as guest not like a customer.“
“First time here and the food, drinks and service were great! Definitely will be back! Finding parking was a little challenge, but definitely worth it. We had the grilled calamari, cauliflower and scallops and shrimp. Delicious!!! Highly recommend!!“
“I very much enjoyed the experience at Uliveto. The service and ambience were warm and inviting. As for the food, I enjoyed the olive bread and octopus special. Though I would have preferred the olive bread served warm. They reminded me of my many culinary experiences in Europe. However the portion and presentation when it came to the flounder entree was poor. The portion size was much too large and the presentation needed work. I thought the fish was cooked well. I think this restaurant has the opportunity to become a staple in the community. My hope is the menu options are decreased by half or more. A focus on a few dishes that are executed on well in taste, portion, and appearance would not only help customers avoid decision fatigue when choosing their meal, but would ensure consistent quality of food. Having a smaller menu would also help keep costs down by helping the restaurant have less food inventory which should ensure ingredients are consistently fresh. I would also consider having a separate wine bottle menu that is offered on request, while shifting wine by the glass to the cocktail menu.“
“Went here for a work lunch. The atmosphere was fantastic. Smooth lunch crowd with surrounding customers who were pleasant and looked like they were enjoying their time. The gyro lamb Philly sandwich was a culinary treat. First time I had one. Our waitress was on top of things while at the same time staying on point as she knew it was a work lunch for 4. She got us in. She got us fed. She kept our waters filled. She was quick about coming with a to-go tray cuz trust me, their serving size for lunch is no joke. You're getting a full plate for your money.“
“"I recently dined at Shawarma Bistro and it was an absolute delight! The flavors of the Mediterranean cuisine truly shined through in every bite. The shawarma was perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection, leaving me craving for more. The ambiance of the restaurant was cozy and inviting, making it a perfect spot for a relaxing meal with friends or family. The staff were friendly and attentive, adding to the overall wonderful dining experience. I highly recommend Shawarma Bistro to anyone.“
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“We ordered a catered lunch for work which included chicken and lamb kabobs, yellow and white rice, hummus and pita, tabouli, grape leaves, Greek salad and baklava. EVERYTHING was delicious. So flavorful and freshly made! And the presentation was beautiful! The kabobs and rice were piping hot and the salads and hummus were cool and fresh. Everything had just the right amount of spices. And the baklava was the best I’ve ever had and my colleagues were in agreement. The owner went out of his way to prepare an amazing catered lunch. It was beyond 5 stars. We will definitely be ordering again from 2MPS.“
“My son and I go there when we visit Richmond. We have the Mixed platters. I like the hot sauce. My son likes the white. Either one you will not be disappointed. The food and service are wonderful. Everything is made to order, fresh, and hot. The atmosphere is low key nice and clean. Thank you Carytown Gyro for a wonderful dining experience everytime.“
“Pinky's is fabulous!Highlights:- Refreshing menu selection.- Excellent customer service.- Plenty of N/A bar options.- Beautiful, open layout in the dining room.Everything we ordered was great but I particularly enjoyed the Octopus and the Beet Salad.Highly recommend!“
“I was very excited to come into this Mediterranean bakery/deli after having a chicken meat pie at an event. I came in around 6pm, most of the hot dishes had already been bought up but I was able to get a spinach hand pie and three pieces of pistachio baklava. The spinach pie was even better than the chicken I had previously had, moist and flavorful with a little kick on the back and. The baklava was the star of the show and keeps me coming back to this market. In another visit there was no hot food items but I was able to pick up some pickles, hot peppers from Palestine, markuk bread and of course more baklava. The staff are always incredibly friendly. This market offers a wide variety of items, deli/ cold prepared items, frozen items, canned/jarred pantry items, spices and more! Love this place!!“
“Visiting from SC. Found this place and so glad that we did! The options were all wonderful looking and tasting and the drinks were phenomenal as well!All of the employees were helpful and friendly! I wish there was a location near where we live. Highly recommend! Also, get their APP to save and earn free food!“
“My son and boyfriend took us tonight as they go all the time. Tried the Pakilia and it was wonderful!!! A great sampling of food. We will definitely be back!Vegetarian options: My sons boyfriend is Vegan and he has no trouble finding a dish to eat.“
“We ordered through Door Dash and the food was fantastic! I got the Platter with shrimp kebob, veggie kebob, rice, flat bread & cucumber/onion/tomato salad! The ingredients tasted fresh and were seasoned perfectly! It felt like healthy eating and was reasonably priced! We will definitely be ordering from this place again!“
“A Richmond institution. I remember coming here as a kid, and now that I'm back in the city I've really enjoyed getting to come back and done here again.Pizzas are amazing, their dolamdes are fantastic, and I really love the falafel pita.“
“Happened upon Sahara on a Sunday (en route to the Hippodrome for an event).. walked in - it was empty and quiet, but Mariam (owner) came out and welcomed us. So glad we stayed! Delicious food, including complimentary lentil soup and a delicate spice tea!“
Mediterranean • $$
“Very clean environment, always greeted when I walk in the door, and the food always settles in the right part of my belly. I think I have been to Cava at least 15 times in 3 months. I am never disappointed. My only thing that I need to get better at is being more adventurous with the menu. It's healthy, it taste clean and fresh. Go CAVA! This posting is for Short Pump not Willow Lawn. I think my last review was for Willow Lawn in error. Please Advise!“
“The food here is always great! My go to is the chicken shwarma or lamb shish kabob. The falafel is delicious. The staff is so courteous and attentive. Tried dining in this time and am glad we did. They gave us a little pita and hummus and then some app and it was amazing. It's a cute comfy place with beautiful middle eastern vibes.“
“Didn't want to give a good helping of rice ? in our chicken & rice bowls ? although I kindly asked for more please. I was informed that it would be extra for more. My other party was displeased with the amount for the price we paid. So we may go to our usual Cava location next time.“
“This place was amazing! I went with my mother (who is vegan), and our waitress Chloe, went to the back and took the time to mark up a menu to specify which items my mother could have. The rest of the staff was also very nice and accommodating, and the managing partner at the bar, Mike, was also very nice and friendly. Plus, the food was excellent.“
“Perfect place for our wedding! The event coordinator and staff were wonder and everything went so smoothly. Beautiful place for pictures and the food was spectacular. I would do the night all over again at Quirk! Thank you to Liz, Scott, Nicole & other staff members :)Dietary restrictions: Gluten free & vegetarian options“
“Our family of five visited this restaurant and had an outstanding Mediterranean lunch in Short Pump, VA. We had Falafel bowls and a falafel pita sandwich. The portions were big, vegetables very very fresh, the falafel and Pita bread were piping hot and made fresh in front of your eyes and the toppings very many and delicious!! To top it all, the service was very friendly and professional. A definite go to place when next in the area. They had plenty of indoor/outdoor seating with a very vibrant decor. Lots of parking around.Vegetarian options: Falafel, salads, etc.Parking: Free parking lot.Wheelchair accessibility: Wheel accessible institution.“
“We had our 20 year alumni event for about 24 people with dinner, drinks, and dessert. Melissa was super responsive to questions and alterations for the event and the food and service were awesome when we attended. The 2 servers did an excellent job.“
“I’ve never been to cava before this one and I will definitely be going back soon! The food was delicious but what set them apart was the service! I was helped by Kiesh, who walked me through the menu, recommended her favorite bowl, and was so friendly! The bowl she recommended was the harissa avacado which was ???!“
Recommended
“Great dinner last night from Tazikis’s. I appreciate the ease of online ordering, the variety of well seasoned and delicious menu items, and the freshness of the ingredients. Not your typical fast casual experience. Convenience without the guilt.Dietary restrictions: Easy to stick to a paleo or keto diet“