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| - I had been asking the Mr if we could come here for quite a while. During a foray into the adjacent Dippin Dots, I saw people filing into this joint and thought it was worth a yelpy lookup. It has deservedly acquired four and a half stars from the yelp community and here's why:
* Education: They take the time to explain the meat/entree offerings in a way that doesn't demean, but offers insight into which you might prefer. You can also see the skewers of meat right in front of you in a visually *enticing* cooler. They also have detailed explanations of all those tongue-twisting Mediterranean food descriptors, e.g. shawarma, fatoush, tabbouleh...
* Variety: Please note that vegetarians can actually grow both fat and happy here. From a simple hummus to lumps of perfectly crispy falafel or perhaps baba ganoush, eat your fill. As I didn't sample the meat options (we all know why), I had to depend on the Mr's refined palate, which suggests that the chicken skewers are the way to go. They also serve Lebanese beer and wine. Cheers!
* Atmosphere: It's Mediterranean quick-casual. FINALLY. You don't have to go somewhere promising Friday night belly dancing in order to partake in this savory, fresh fare. I, whose belly will remain shirted, am delighted about the atmosphere. Nothing at all fancy here. Simple plates, self-serve soda/tea fountain, friendly staff (who recognized us when we returned only two days after our initial visit).
* Food: Delicious. An excellent choice for a Ballantyne-area lunch or quick dinner that won't leave you feeling bloated and ready for a nap. Great value as well. I'll probably not order falafel anywhere else, because my poor, spoiled taste buds would likely revolt.
All in all, this spot is definitely worth a visit. If you live in the area, it's an added bonus. No frills, just great Mediterranean food. Enjoy!
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