Alexandria Mediterranean Cuisineقاسم ابو الكص

Some offerings, like the lamb shank, are simply outstanding and among the best available anywhere. On the flip side, there are disappointments; for example, the lamb chops were overcooked and dry, resembling jerky with a charred flavor that masked their intended taste. Additionally, the portion size was rather small. On a positive note, certain dishes are accompanied by a delicious broth that will leave you wanting more. The bread is notable and flavorful, but the rice tends to be mediocre in taste and consistency, lacking the flavor profile found in other Mediterranean restaurants. There is room for improvement with the tabbouleh, hummus, and baba ganoush. The restaurant does offer excellent customer service, which definitely adds to the overall dining experience. Despite the higher prices, I would still consider returning as most dishes are quite impressive and the service is top-notch. There's plenty of free, convenient parking, though be cautious of a deepening hole in the parking lot that’s starting to crack.

I would rate this restaurant about 4.5 stars. The food was amazing! We tried the lamb and beef kebab, lamb shawarma fries, and Arabic coffee. Both dishes came with lentil soup, which was a bit bland but still enjoyable, as lentil soup usually is.

We visited this restaurant for the first time yesterday. The service was a bit slow, despite there being only a few other tables occupied. However, I understand that everything is made from scratch. We interacted with our server three times, and he was very friendly. The lamb was delicious and juicy, but the rice was quite dry and lacked seasoning. The side salad was flavorless and didn’t come with a house dressing, which I've come to expect at other places. On a positive note, the bread was fresh and tasty. We spent over $100 on two adult meals, one kid's meal, two apple ciders, and one water. I really enjoy Mediterranean cuisine, so I plan to try the kabob next time, along with different sides.

I spent over $90 on a gyros plate for three people, and unfortunately, everything was terrible. The gyros looked like they had been frozen, and the kunafa had a terrible smell. I'm worried I might get sick because it contained cheese. I've ordered from them before and had a good experience with the appetizer mix, but the gyros plates are definitely not their strong suit. If I could give them zero stars, I would.

HIGH PRICES!! Don't be fooled by the pictures; the portions are very small, and the service is lacking. I've read through the reviews, and many seem to come from friends in Iraq. This restaurant really needs to improve—it's just not worth it.