I 1st had food from this place when I ordered from one of the food delivery apps. The restaurant itself was an old bar on the University of Akron Strip, which is now a distant memory. I have to tell you that if I had to order from here based on driving up to the restaurant that it would likely never happen. The street is under construction, which makes it difficult to access. The place needs some brightening. The outside needs some TLC. The inside was under-lit and dim. It was very bar like, but even then it's old time 70's bar like.
The food that I have had from here is really good and hold a strong value on quality and portions for the price. The New York City chicken dish is a treat. There is a ton of chicken. The chicken is grilled to perfection and well seasoned. There are onions, lettuce, tomatoes and seasoned rice, with a yogurt sauce drizzle. I was amazed by it the 1st time that I ordered, but then (I believe) someone substituted mayo for the yogurt sauce on the second time that I ordered and destroyed the balance. I didn't order for several years. I saw a food channel that covered the food trucks in NYC that served the Halal Chicken and it made me recall this place. Another thing that is missing is the ability to add or change meat from the food delivery apps. If I wanted to add or substitute Gyro meat on my Halal bowl I should be able to get it for a fee. Pictured are the NYC Chicken(darker photo) and the Shrimp over rice.
Richard C
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June 12, 2023
My daughter took me here for lunch. The owner was great. It kind of reminds me of a north African open air restaurant. The location almost dictates a university student guest. The food was delicious. Flavors just popped in my mouth. There was a cre'me on my chicken and rice. The hot sauce was perfect.
Brandon Mwendo
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June 16, 2023
Got the vegan chick’n on rice. Was ok, liked the char from the grill on the “meat” but was lacking in sauce im used to on plates like this. Maybe I should have checked or asked. Still was pretty good. Have had falafel from them before and it’s good ! Also got baklava and I don’t think I’ve seen one this big before. It was great after it warmed up in the car lol
rossauce12
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November 15, 2024
Being open late is the only positive i can think of. The food was inedible. Everything was just bad so there is no point in deacribing it. I also chipped my tooth on what looks like a peace of dark plastic in the chicken, i have a picture of it and the food, but it is gross looking and i feel sympathetic to small businesses. The gyros come with a mayo sauce. No tarter or cocktail for shrimp/seafood? I felt gross after eating. Deff not fresh. This place used to be good like 1 year ago. Now it's run down looking with an uncomfortable interior with an awkward vibe. I hope they get it together and do feel bad leaving a bad review, but I honestly can't think of anything positive to say other than being open late. More people would come if it looked like you cared about the business and food. If I do ever go back and have a better experience, I will update, but I can't think of a reason why as it isn't the same as it used to be in any way
Curious Explorers
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November 18, 2024
The food was great chicken over rice with house made White sauce is the real deal! Even better when the owner has self is the one who was throwing down on the grill that earn some extra stars in my book thank you bro appreciate you!!
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I 1st had food from this place when I ordered from one of the food delivery apps. The restaurant itself was an old bar on the University of Akron Strip, which is now a distant memory. I have to tell you that if I had to order from here based on driving up to the restaurant that it would likely never happen. The street is under construction, which makes it difficult to access. The place needs some brightening. The outside needs some TLC. The inside was under-lit and dim. It was very bar like, but even then it's old time 70's bar like. The food that I have had from here is really good and hold a strong value on quality and portions for the price. The New York City chicken dish is a treat. There is a ton of chicken. The chicken is grilled to perfection and well seasoned. There are onions, lettuce, tomatoes and seasoned rice, with a yogurt sauce drizzle. I was amazed by it the 1st time that I ordered, but then (I believe) someone substituted mayo for the yogurt sauce on the second time that I ordered and destroyed the balance. I didn't order for several years. I saw a food channel that covered the food trucks in NYC that served the Halal Chicken and it made me recall this place. Another thing that is missing is the ability to add or change meat from the food delivery apps. If I wanted to add or substitute Gyro meat on my Halal bowl I should be able to get it for a fee. Pictured are the NYC Chicken(darker photo) and the Shrimp over rice.
My daughter took me here for lunch. The owner was great. It kind of reminds me of a north African open air restaurant. The location almost dictates a university student guest. The food was delicious. Flavors just popped in my mouth. There was a cre'me on my chicken and rice. The hot sauce was perfect.
Got the vegan chick’n on rice. Was ok, liked the char from the grill on the “meat” but was lacking in sauce im used to on plates like this. Maybe I should have checked or asked. Still was pretty good. Have had falafel from them before and it’s good ! Also got baklava and I don’t think I’ve seen one this big before. It was great after it warmed up in the car lol
Being open late is the only positive i can think of. The food was inedible. Everything was just bad so there is no point in deacribing it. I also chipped my tooth on what looks like a peace of dark plastic in the chicken, i have a picture of it and the food, but it is gross looking and i feel sympathetic to small businesses. The gyros come with a mayo sauce. No tarter or cocktail for shrimp/seafood? I felt gross after eating. Deff not fresh. This place used to be good like 1 year ago. Now it's run down looking with an uncomfortable interior with an awkward vibe. I hope they get it together and do feel bad leaving a bad review, but I honestly can't think of anything positive to say other than being open late. More people would come if it looked like you cared about the business and food. If I do ever go back and have a better experience, I will update, but I can't think of a reason why as it isn't the same as it used to be in any way
The food was great chicken over rice with house made White sauce is the real deal! Even better when the owner has self is the one who was throwing down on the grill that earn some extra stars in my book thank you bro appreciate you!!