Authentic Mediterranean eats, best I've had in over 20 years when I lived in the Middle East. Owner is personally engaging and exudes a great desire to make guest comfortable. My server was overwhelmed and attempted to gloss over poor service with disingenuous engagement. The space is too small for the current layout (prep stations, grills with refrigerated cases surrounding them in the center. Each time staff showed customers deserts in the case, their backsides were in my space...not nice EVER but especially when you're attempting to enjoy a meal. Once the owner left the floor, I was subjected to a ten minute exchange between the table behind me and a young man behind the refrigerated cases in the food prep area. Obviously not aiming for ambiance although my check reflected a price that represented an expectation of a pleasant atmosphere. If you can feel the effects of servers repeatedly swishing by the table, something just isn't right. I hope these detractions will be corrected as I would definitely consider a third try due to the positive aspects, maybe an earlier dinner.