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| - My first experience with Cedars was at coffee hour at my church. One of our parishioners brought a huge amount of hummus and baba ghanush, and it was some of the best dips I've ever had. Upon further inquiry, I knew I had to check this place out.
Don't be afraid of this conspicious restaurtant located in the back of McDowell Shops. It's hidden, the tables and decorations are pretty plain, and what's up with that tiny salad bar?? Even the menu's design is pretty ho-hum. However, the food makes up for all that lackluster ambiance.
The Mediterranean menu is filled with great apps like the hummus and baba ghanush, as well as kibbi, meat pies, and more, and continues on with a great kabob menu. Everything is fresh and prepared when ordered.
When my wife and I go, we've discovered that the best deal on the menu is the kebab plate for one (not two!). It comes with a choice of any two appetizers, stuffed grape leaves, stuffed cabbage, meat pie, and a kabob of your choice with rice. It's a freaking ton of food for $15. We split it with another appetizer and it ends up being too much food or the both of us.
Lunch is really cheap, but the rest of the menu is reasonably priced (don't tell the owners how cheap it is!). On Saturday's, they have lamb kibbi, which is raw ground lamb- and it's awesome!
This place really is a hidden gem. I think it's the best Mediterranean food I've had in the area. If you can find it :)
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