"The special that day was a veggie and rice pilaf served with chicken tawook, along with salad and soup. It turned out to be a generous portion, especially since I had initially planned to just get a sandwich. I had stopped at a liquor store next door to grab a six-pack, and I took a bit longer than the 10 minutes I promised to be back. When I returned for my food, the lady at the counter seemed a little annoyed—though in a charming way—that I was delayed, worrying that my meal might have gone cold. Once again, I appreciated her genuine concern for my food.
As for the meal itself, it was fantastic. The chicken pieces were flavorful and juicy. When I order chicken tawook, my main concern is always how juicy the chicken is. I did find one piece that was slightly undercooked, but the rest were cooked perfectly. In my opinion, the veggie rice is what sets this place apart from my regular choices; it had a flavor reminiscent of the Middle Eastern restaurants I frequented back home. The stronger spices and seasonings were to my liking. If nothing else, I’d likely return just to try other proteins so I can enjoy the rice again. The same goes for the soup, which had more robust flavors than many others I’ve had. I really enjoyed it. The salad was also excellent, featuring very fresh veggies and a flavorful dressing.
All in all, I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. This was just my first visit, so I’ll likely have more to share about their menu as I try more items. I hope my family will be willing to check out this new spot when they return from their trip."
