Nar Mediterranean Grill
3402 Technological Ave,Ste 112, Orlando, FL, 32817
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Address :
3402 Technological Ave,Ste 112
Orlando, FL, 32817 - Phone (407) 277-4774
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 11
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : Yes
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : No
Caters : Yes
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Pizza
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Today, you can find hundreds of restaurants offering authentic Greek food or popularly termed as Mediterranean cuisine in New York city alone. People wait in line to taste the exotic Greek dishes like saganaki, taramasalata, souvlaki, loukoumades, spanakopita, moussaka, and many more. One thing which most people like about these authentic Greek dishes is abundant use of lemon juice, olive oil, fresh rosemary and sea salt. A smart mix of few ingredients can virtually take you on the pebble streets of beautiful city of Greece.
For those who don't have time to enjoy fine dining should try tasting the famous souvlaki with pita which is type of meat dish, also a trademark Greek fast food. For those who are vegetarian, or vegan can try different versions of Greek Salad. So, if you wish to enjoy a hearty yet healthy meal that tastes divine then try dining at the best Greek restaurant in your city. Greek cuisine not only tastes good but also help maintain your body in a natural way through healthy diet.
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Ryan S.
Great food for a great price. The owners are extremely friendly as well! ***************************************** I went to this restaurant on a recommendation from a colleague at work. I really enjoy Mediterranean food, and this place has some of the best I've had and for a great price. My favorite part about this place is that they offer just enough things to not be overwhelmed with the decision making it takes to order at some places. Everything is made fresh in front of you and they give you great portions. Whenever my wife and I are in need of a quick fix for some fresh hummus or falafel, this is the place we go to!
(4)Mandy M.
Love this place! Some of THE very service I've had in the UCF area. Seriously, what makes this place stand out is everyone I've ever had working the register when I order has phenomenal people skills/service! I'm going to be back! Again, again and again!
(5)Michael V.
So one of the employees here came over to me when I was at World of Beers which was a different horrible experience all together. Apparently this World of Beers does not do food so the employee offered to deliver us food. We ordered a small Cheese pizza. I was surprised at how fast it came but when I opened the box I realized why. First off the pizza was not even cut so we sent it back. When they cut it, we took the first bit and I can only describe the pizza as White Bread with ketchup and cheese heated up in the microwave. I am from NY and I know I wont get, nor do I expect NY pizza here but this was worse than Pizza Hut. I am basing this on one experience of course but pizza is pretty simple so if you screw that up I can't imagine what you would do with more complicated Mediterranean dishes. I spent extensive time in Greece so I don't want to disappoint myself further. I'll pass on this and on this particular world of beers and go across town to the other one!
(1)Frank L.
I noticed that Nar recently opened while driving by one day, so I decided to try it out with a few coworkers. This is the old Extreme Pita. It has the same layout, but more of a modern feel to it. As you walk in the menu is posted above. It is basically a three step process. You pick the bowl or sandwich, choice of meet, and sides. They also serve pizza which I think is a bit odd for Mediterranean, but oh well. The food comes out pretty quickly. I ordered a wrap and the others ordered the plates with rice and meat on top. While mine was OK, it did not have a lot of meat in it, The "medi-plate", I think that is the name is the way to go. Al ll in all, I would recommend this place for lunch. The portions and food are average, and the food comes out quick. #Yelp100
(3)Gustavo P.
Food was great but we went at around 11pm and there was only one guy working. We placed our order and then someone else came in behind us and the guy couldn't get to our order because he was busy taking other people's orders. Not a bad place, I just wish we got the food faster.
(3)Jennifer L.
We ended up in this restaurant, by visiting another one closed by. The restaurant was pretty empty and the door was fully open, inviting you to come in. When we came in the staff was very friendly and helpful, they offered samples and explained everything on the bar. I am not a fan of gyros, but my husband ordered one with chicken and the chicken was very tasty. I ordered the eggplant salad, that comes with veggies, jasmine rice and fresh-baked bread, I enjoyed my dish. They have different salads, and meal platters; also their bread is baked daily there. While having lunch a few couples came in and also ate there. The place is nicely decorated, clean and inviting. We will come back, not only for the food, the service and environment of a clean restaurant but to support a family-owned business in the community.
(4)Cayenne D.
Chicken was amazing! Try the spicy sauce.
(4)Julie F.
Let me start off by saying that the food was very good. I LOVE Mediterranean food, which is a bit hard to find, especially at "fast casual" prices. I had the chicken platter with feta and hummus and my husband got the chicken wrap, which is supposed to come with a sauce. My husband wanted tahini, but they were out. He asked if he could have hummus instead, and they told him NO. I don't remember if he was allowed to pay extra for the hummus, but still. It was not his fault that they were out of tahini. If you run out of something (Saturday at lunch, not like it was after hours or anything), I think it is your responsibility to make it right w/ the customer. Not only that, but when a group of the owner's friends came in, they were served before us. We had been sitting there for about 10 minutes before they even walked in, so this was more than a little disappointing. The food was good, but I won't go again simply because of how we were treated. It's a shame, because it was close and decently priced. If only they could get their customer service attitude adjusted, we'd be okay.
(3)GU S.
Vegetarian, Hardcore carnivore, Carb free or pescatarian... Nar has it all! My cousin introduced me to this place a few weeks ago after a graduation on UCF but got to say love it. Great price, generous portions, entrees and desserts. Take a chance and visit Nar. Even the tea is amazeballs!
(5)Charles V.
Service was great, food was ok. Not sure I'd go back though
(2)Michael L.
First impression was great customer service especially with the free Mediterranean tea they offer. I love make your own salad with the two sides & a sauce. The price is very affordable for delicious healthy food. Nice place for a hangout too with Wi-Fi. I'd come back or hang there often.
(5)Kristen B.
So great! Loved it! The Monday special is a deal. Had chicken doner salad and it was fantastic. Also a fan of the fries! The owner is always very sweet as well!
(5)Brian D.
I visited Nar Mediterranean for lunch using a yelp $5 for $10 deal. Walking in I was a bit surprised at the lack of customers during the lunch rush in the area. Although the food was decent (except for the gyro meat, which was on the dry side) and the staff was incredibly friendly, I could not justify coming back without a yelp deal. My rice plate and a fountain drink came to $14. With the cost of my voucher taken out, I ended up paying $9. Still on the high side for an average lunch. But $14 is outrageous. However, they do have some cheaper options that might be worth checking out.
(3)Max V.
Had lunch at Nar recently for the first time and the food is great. I had the Chicken Breast on lavash sandwich, kind of a gyro but it's served on lavash bread with vegetables and the tzaziki sauce. Service was very friendly, nice casual atmosphere. My only complaint is they need to expand the drinks selection, hopefully to include beer and wine? I will definitely eat here again. 4.5/5 *'s.
(4)Devir Z.
I have eaten here a few times just this week and the chicken shwarma is so incredible that I haven't even had the opportunity to order anything else. But all the food options look great! Everything is clean and fresh, the people who work there were very nice and most importantly the portions are great also. Will definitely keep eating here, strongly recommend!
(5)Megan B.
This place is not nearly comparable to Hubbly Bubbly, another quick service Mediterranean restuarant that recently opened across town. Nar is a rip off, because instead of offering a buffet-style selection (think Chipotle), they try to upcharge you a couple bucks for every item you want to add in. Their standard offerings for all of their basic meals is bland and lackluster. The pita only comes with a slice of tomato, lettuce, and meat. Anything else will cost a minimum of 9.99 in their combo meal, which does allow you to add more items. Still, compare this to buying a pita at Hubby Bubbly for 5.99 where you get meat, hummus, and a ton of toppings. If you get falafel instead of meat, the price even drops to 4.99. I am not affiliated with Hubby Bubbly in any way (I just have delicious dreams about their falafel hummus bowls). I am using them as an example of a better competitor in the same cuisine style. Another huge reason Nar is inferior is that the guy behind the counter was not able to tell me which items were gluten free, nor was there an ingredient list available for reference. Seeing as this is a common dietary requirement, they need to get with the program!
(1)Fadi M.
Ate here last night for the first time. It was an amazing meal for an affordable price. I'm not from around here but ill fur sure come back when I'm in town.
(5)Micheal L.
I have been to Nar about 4 times and the last time this new server was there, Alan had a very positive way about talking about the menu and it makes me want to come back for more
(3)Amir M.
Food is very good and acceptable quality. The owner is a nice guy. Sometimes when the owner is not around the quality of food goes down but still very good.
(5)Aimee B.
Don't go here if you are in a hurry! Service takes forever and staff is in no hurry during the lunch rush. I ordered the veggie plate and found a plastic bristle from a basting brush in my eggplant salad. I will not be going back.
(1)Ashley H.
This place is right by my office and I decided to stop by for a chicken pita. The chicken was not as flavorful as I would have liked, and the whole sandwich was rather bland. I was so disappointed since this has so many great reviews!
(2)Ho L.
There's a lot to like about Nar, yet there is still room for improvement. Being my first visit, I took some time to familiarize myself with their menu, and decided on their Thursday special, which is any chicken item plus drink for $6.99. Well it turns out, their menus have not been updated, and they don't run any of the specials listed on it. Nevertheless, the employee offered to uphold the special anyway, so that was a kind gesture. I ordered a chicken doner plate, with a side of hummus and tomato/cucumber salad. The sides were delicious, and there was a heaping amount of chicken and rice. Everything was very tasty, although I wish I had more than two small pieces of pita (maybe that's just me, as I love pita bread). They should really update their menus online and in person, but otherwise it was a pleasant experience overall with good food and a clean facility.
(3)Uyen D.
Searched almost high and low for a place to eat on a Monday night around UCF - who knew it would be this hard??? We ended up randomly craving Mediterranean food and found this gem! The owner was immediately welcoming and nice, even had some convos about his children and family! It's always nice to have personable staff and owners. I decided on a salad with chicken and my friend got the steak rice platter. Everything came out amazing, the chicken meat was succulent and flavorful while the portion size was plentiful. This could be a little on the pricy side, however I think with the amount you're getting you can't complain. Definitely coming back to try other things
(4)Ray C.
I gotta say usually when you go some place before they are about to close you get really crappy service. This is the exception however, got here about 15 mins before closing, the guy behind the counter was friendly and didn't even flinch about the timing. food was pretty good, definitely not the worst mediterranean option out there and not the super best. Everything was full of flavor and the portions was gracious. Outside seating was plenty and tables were comfy. I would recommend this place based on service and food quality.
(4)Christina H.
If you have never been here, you are missing out. This is a local restaurant which serves delicious Mediterranean cuisine. The owner is a sweetheart and the staff is friendly too! My boyfriend is Iranian and he loves it! Their food is also Halal. I highly recommend the Kofte or Doner meal. They also serve pizza if you are in the mood for that. They are open late and conveniently near UCF for students and families to grab a bite. You'll love Nar!
(5)Tara L.
We got a steak Gyro and steak Gyro pita and I was extremely dissatisfied. The steak had absolutely no flavor was and dry. In the salad the lettuce was brown the tomatoes were translucent no color at all the feta cheese had no flavor the was not flavorful as well. I can't imagine how this place has four stars. The employees were very friendly but unfortunately that didn't change the quality of the food.
(1)Jim B.
I have been multiple times to Nar, but I was very disappointed yesterday. I had been pleased with their food and service. However, I think that the quality of the food and the service have been declining. On Monday I went there specifically for their advertised (in their own menu) Monday and Thursday $6.99 chicken special (including a drink). This is a great value compared to about $13-14 for some menu items not on sale. The man at the register told me that as long as he'd been there the store has no specials. I explained that I had just gotten the special a couple weeks ago, and he insisted they are gone. I switched to ordering another menu item (pizza), which tasted fine. I think the food is mostly good (though maybe not as great as it was a year or two ago), but I was disappointed with removing the specials without notice (or without taking them from the menu!)
(1)Lenny S.
Tried this place for an early dinner and it was nearly empty. Service was helpful and fast. Considering how uncrowded it was, it did take a bit longer than expected for the meal to arrive but it seemed very fresh which isn't a bad trade off. Gentlemen who seemed to be the owner was extremely friendly and offered me a cup of excellent Turkish tea which is complementary.
(4)Jess S.
Oh how I love the chicken kabob here! I absolutely love coming to Nars! The service is great and the food even better. Their pita bread is so fresh. Don't get me started on their hummus. You see I'm a complicated fella at times and don't like my food to touch. The guy that makes the food during the day already knows when he sees me to separate everything for me. The owner is really nice as well. If your by Nars I would definitely recommend trying this place! They do make pizza, and I asked other customers who ordered the pizza (a few times) if the pizza was any good and they all had nothing but good things to say. My fiancé gets the gyro meat and he says it's the best he's very tasted. Overall good food, and good people!
(5)Susan M.
What a cute place. They decorated it so you feel like your in a cozy restaurant and not in a strip mall fast food place. Everyone was very nice and made sure I received a vegan meal. Tasty!!!!! everything was fresh as well. The pita bread is made fresh as well as the tahinni sauce. The falafel was not dry and had a zing to it!!!! I also felt the prices were fare.
(4)Ryan G.
Food here is mediocre. Nothing at all to write about. I've had my fair share of Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine, and this was disappointing. The cashier (younger guy) didn't want to take my AMEX because he said "their rates are too high." I asked for my card back and was about to walk out until he said "well hold on, let me try.. It my or may not go through the system" ... Weird... May or may not go though your credit card system? Obviously it worked but they cashier was lying to me and just being an idiot and didn't want to lose business. After tasting the food, my money would have been better spent elsewhere.
(2)Ayesha A.
Sorry, customer service 5 out of five, but food nothing to write home about. I had ordered Kebab with rice & asked for tabouli & hummus as a side. Should have asked for taziki sauce instead of spicy as spicy sauce was simply hot sauce from a bottle. My kebab were tough, I left the boiled rice they came with. Hummus was ok, & the tomatoes in Tabouli were bad.
(2)Tatiana H.
Ordered the falafel sandwich via Alex's recommendation. Great service from him and great suggestion!
(3)John F.
As someone who is not wild about Mediterranean cuisine in general, I was reluctant to go to Nar, even at the behest of some of my friends who had given it a rave review. After much convincing, I relented and decided to give it a try. I am so glad I did. We were greeted warmly by a tall gentleman with curly hair who was open to giving recommendations and details about the food when I mentioned that it was my first time there. I ordered the chicken doner rice plate with bulgar rice, which came with two sides. I elected the to try the hummus and bean salad as my sides. While we waited, the owner of the restaurant visited our table several times making conversation, talking about the music that the restaurant plays, making recommendations, and telling us where he's from and how the restaurant came about. He was very friendly, and has obviously put a lot of thought and work into the restaurant which showed in the quality of the food. The hummus was spectacular, served with sides of lavas bread, and the bean salad was likewise delicious. The chicken itself was seasoned deliciously, and was juicy and tender, served on top of a bed of seasoned bulgar rice. The meal came together exceptionally well, and it was obvious that the owner knows what he's doing with the food. Again, as someone who previously was not a fan of Mediterranean food, I wasn't sure if this place would do it for me, but the atmosphere, the owner, and the food have convinced me that I need to give this place several more visits. I would highly recommend Nar to anyone looking to grab some quick Mediterranean food near the UCF area.
(5)Stephen B.
I love this place. It the closest to mid eastern flavors since I was deployed. The food tastes upscale but the atmosphere is more like fast food. It is a regular stop for me. I recommend anything that includes thier fresh baked bread. A must try if you are by UCF.
(5)N Z.
Worst delivery service ever. Food was an hour late, lukewarm, and meat was dry and old. Bleh. Won't ever order from them again. Delivery driver literally walked up to the front door, handed the food off, and walked away. Didn't say a word. My husband WAS going to give him a tip, even with the shoddy timing, but delivery driver didn't stick around long enough or even utter a "hello". Wow...
(1)sarit j.
Firstly the owner needs to retrain or rehire staff. I was sitting and waiting for my food and clearly heard the server say 'the tehina is not fresh" and the they brought it to me, when I asked if it was I was told "I am not sure, I wasn't here yesterday." The other staff member shouted from the kitchen "What's wrong with her?! I was kidding! when I complained about this, the staff member told me he doesn't get paid enough for this. Then I heard him (Justn) speaking to someone as he was concerned regarding this potential review. Let me assure the owner that everything here is true - despite the CYA lies you were you will be told. also Justin the was cursing while casually speaking to his coworker. My chicken "doner" was served to me cold and it was very chewy and bland as well. There are other middle eastern places in town a d this one was a big miss on a lot of levels. Given the poor service, staff's salty mouths, bad attitudes and poor manners exhibited - dwdibiteky not worth the trip. This place needs work. Avoid it habibi.
(1)John H.
Great fresh food, will definitely be coming back soon. The eggplant salad with the fresh bread is truly amazing
(5)Boo P.
Hummus, bean salad and chicken donor all good!
(4)Reixa C.
A co-worker took me into this restaurant and I have been a fan ever since. Their Rice Plate is to die for. Best value for your buck!. The food is fresh, never processed. The taste is out of this world. I told my boss and she has been taking her clients and business partners there. Everything and I mean everything is delicious. The basmati rice with garbanzo beans, the falafels, the hummus....oh my!, the eggplant salad, the tabouleh, and the bread!!!!. All made from scratch. Their baklava is rich but not too sweet, fingerlicking good! and now they are adding lamb chops....that's right, lamb chops. The owner is so friendly, he always greets you with a smile and if you are waiting for your food, he offers you a humble snack, watermelon and grapes. I recently moved down south ans was visiting family, the first place I went was Nar. I told the owner Remzi, please open up a restaurant down south, we miss you!!!!! There is nothing like Nar anywhere, you must go and try it for yourself. You will be glad you did!
(5)Alex G.
I had the rotisserie beef doner (gyro) and the chicken doner. The beef doner tasted terrible and I wanted to throw up all afternoon. This is not what doner kebab should taste and the meat had a foul smell. The eggplant salad was mediocre. My friend had a chicken sandwich and she felt queasy all afternoon too. Took a long time to get our order. The guys behind the counter didn't seem to have their act together and the one handling the food was not wearing sanitary gloves.
(1)David K.
Best salad in town. Slightly more expensive than other restaurants near by but you get what you pay for here, and that would be great quality. This place is delicious. Owner is really cool.
(5)David H.
Been here a few times for the baklava and bean salad, both of which are pretty good. I've only had lunch once and got the steak doner plate, which comes with shaved slices of steak, rice, pita bread, and two sides. The steak was a bit dry for me, but other than that it was okay. Lunch portions are filling, but can be a bit pricey considering it is lunch. Will probably be back to try their gyro pita.
(3)Tom T.
If you dont know, now you know! Head yo happy selves over to this place. Had the chicken kebob on pita bread....Uhmazing! It was scrumptulescient! Will be making repeated visits to this fine establishment! Da bomb-diggity diggity!!!! Part 2 of my review: So nice you must come back at least twice. I tried the Medi Plate with the Chicken Doner, and holy crap! It's freaking amazing! It filled me up just write to put me in a state of food bliss. Im glad this place exists, really glad. The Duke has spoken!
(5)Ren R.
My friends and I stumbled upon Nar while looking for a nice place to grab some lunch after an event. Finding a deal on Yelp sealed the deal as far as choosing a place to dine at! The ambiance was very casual. Inside was cramped and dark. You order at the counter and then your food is brought out to you. There weren't any tables that were designed for parties of 4 or more inside, so we had to sit outside. Not exactly ideal given the sweltering heat at noon, but it could have been a lot worse! The menu is designed so you pick your meat/filling, then you pick what you'd like it in (sandwich, plate, etc). There were some house specials as well, but I was interested in trying some staples. The prices were reasonable for the amount of food you got-- in the $7-$10 range, but I would like to see some cheaper options for a lunch place! Maybe I'm just old fashioned and dreaming of the days where I could get a lunch for $5, who knows. While my group was waiting for our food, someone brought out some orange slices for us to snack on and a Turkish dessert to try (the name escapes me right now). It was a very nice touch! The dessert was a little too sweet for the table's liking, but we are all somewhat odd when it comes to those sorts of things. The consensus at the table was that the food overall was tasty. I had the chicken kebab sandwich and got a side of falafel. I felt like the food in general was somewhat bland, particularly the hummus (a few others at the table agreed). It wasn't bad, per se, I just think it could have had some more spices added to it. The chicken was well cooked though and the pita was delicious. The falafel was pretty standard, not anything different from other Mediterranean places I've tried in the past. The portions were generous though, so we all had to take things home in a box! Always a bonus. The food was not heavy at all and even though we all had a lot, I think everyone left feeling refreshed. Service was excellent. Our food came out in waves, which was understandable, but everything came out quickly and was perfectly cooked. Also, all of the people working there were very friendly and kind. The only thing I wish were different was the way the drinks are handled: you have to get up and walk inside to the soda fountain, but if you order water you only get those tiny plastic cups, so everyone was getting up frequently to get refills. That being said, the overall experience was a good one. The food was decent, the ambiance fitting, and the service excellent. I'm sure if I'm in the area again I will be stopping by this place, as everything seemed very fresh and healthy, which is a lot considering what surrounds the restaurant! Food: 3.5/5 Atmosphere: 2/5 Service: 4.5/5 Value: 3.5/5
(3)Brandy B.
My husband and I were at World of Beer and wanted a quick bite. We strolled down to Nar and it was very nice. The owner was out talking to the patrons and he was a pleasure to talk with. He gave us samples of what we didn't know and offered us suggestions of what to have. I thought the food was very good. Their falafel was lacking some spice but their meats and shephard salad was very good. All in all I was very pleased with the service and food. Some might think it's overprice but for the quality of food, it was worth it.
(4)Marc V.
Tried this restaurant for the first time. The gyro was good with lots of meat (steak/lamb) combo. A little pricey and you have to pay a $1 extra for the steak. I'll probably come back in the future.
(4)Jessy B.
Don't pass this place up! Dined in three times and ordered to go twice and every time they are on point. Amazing, fresh food, and friendly staff. The owner is very friendly and enjoys chatting with the guests. The owner really loves what he does, you can really tell.
(5)Jessica R.
I was excited to hear that UCF was getting a Mediterranean food spot, they are lacking that cuisine in the area. The service was a little slow but the food made it worth it. The portions (I got a salad with two sides) were huge! I do wish the meat was a little more tender but it still had great flavor. Hummus was DELISH. It is a must. Overall not my go to spot for some Mediterranean but the food good but wished I got more veggies in my salad but that is just me. Give it a try though!
(4)Diana S.
A few friends and I ended up going to Nar on a Friday evening after going to World of Beer for happy hour. The food was delicious, I don't think anyone was disappointed with what they got, from Pizza to Gyros. If you're used to a gyro on thick bread, make sure you get the pita and not the lavash bread, lavash just means tortilla. The manager (or owner) came around and asked us how our food was quite a few times, and even stopped by with a small bowl of meatballs for us to try. It was fantastic. The only reason I give it 4/5 is that the food wasn't as hot as I would have liked, the meat in my gyro was a little on the cool side. It was still delicious though!
(4)Kevin K.
Absolutely delicious! I've been here probably 5 or 6 times now, and the food is consistently spectacular. My personal favorite is the kofte (minced beef) with bulgur rice and eggplant salad. Everything is made fresh on site and it shows. If you think you've had good baklava, you haven't seen anything until you've tried it at Nar. Zero complaints here, so give it a try the next time you're in the area. I'm a patron for life.
(5)Elizabeth E.
I had the Chicken minced patty w/ Jasmine rice, hummus, eggplant salad - everything was absolutely tasty. I did wish the hummus had more flavoring, but that is because I'm used to store bought hummus. Despite that though, you could taste how freshly made it was. My boyfried had the steak rice plate w/ bulgur rice, hummus, and potato salad. The bulgur rice was great, different texture and a great taste. The steak was flavorful as well. We both had the kadayif dessert which was good! Too sweet for myself, but still a great dessert.
(4)Tiffany N.
Fantastic! We came for dinner and were both pleasantly surprised to find such great food in a small quick service type of restaurant. I had the steak gyro plate and my hubby had the chicken gyro plate. The meats were flavorful, tender and well seasoned. I absolutely LOVE the jasmine rice. It was so fluffy and tender. Hands down some of the best rice I've had. The Sheppard's salad was refreshing and tasty as well with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers and onions. We really like the light potato salad they have because it's not heavy and weighed down with mayo like traditional potato salad. The roasted veggies were also very good. Not anything unique but tasty and well done. Sometimes the simpler the food, the better the flavors. My hubby who's pretty picky about sweets loved their Kadayif. Not overly sweet, soft and light with hints of spices and nuts. It was the first time we had ever had such deserts and we're hooked. Best part of dinner was the owner's sincere attention to the customers. He asked us how the food was and took care of the dishes when we left. He was so nice and welcoming! I'm definitely coming back and I'm bringing friends!
(5)Stephanie S.
This place was amazing!! Seriously one of the few Mediterranean places I can appreciate for good, healthy food! We shared the Mediterranean pizza and it was good the first day and later the next day when we reheated it. Definitely would recommend this place! I also would recommend trying the bulgur rice, it's amazingly good with falafel. The hummus isn't my favorite as I prefer a little more spice to it but everything else has been wonderful.
(5)Jeremy D.
Disgusted. I called thinking this was a place I found on Yelp called Papa Gio's and ordered a calzone. They informed me they were no longer Papa Gio's but did serve calzones. I ordered a calzone with sausage, pepperoni and onion. I don't know what they put in it but it wasn't sausage. It was tough and rubbery and had a very unusual taste. The onions were raw and in giant clumps as if they lost their knife and tried to smash it on the counter and crumble it up with their hands. I went online and looked up their menu. No sausage on the menu. Avoid at all cost. Who knows what they'll serve you.
(1)Brandy N.
Amazing food! Very fresh and healthy.
(5)Erick P.
Fresh ingredients, awesome flavor, pizza it's ok, everything else is fantastic!
(5)Kailey M.
We wanted to try something new for lunch since we always go to the same place. I saw the 4 stars review on yelp, so I suggested Nar. I ordered the steak donner Sandwich. I should've read the menu closer because it has lamb in it and I don't like the taste of fully cooked lamb. My workers got the chicken kabob sandwich. They liked it but didn't love it. I really like the homemade pita bread that they have. It's crunchy and fresh. Overall, it's ok.
(3)David H.
Been here a few times for the baklava and bean salad, both of which are pretty good. I've only had lunch once and got the steak doner plate, which comes with shaved slices of steak, rice, pita bread, and two sides. The steak was a bit dry for me, but other than that it was okay. Lunch portions are filling, but can be a bit pricey considering it is lunch. Will probably be back to try their gyro pita.
(3)Tom T.
If you dont know, now you know! Head yo happy selves over to this place. Had the chicken kebob on pita bread....Uhmazing! It was scrumptulescient! Will be making repeated visits to this fine establishment! Da bomb-diggity diggity!!!! Part 2 of my review: So nice you must come back at least twice. I tried the Medi Plate with the Chicken Doner, and holy crap! It's freaking amazing! It filled me up just write to put me in a state of food bliss. Im glad this place exists, really glad. The Duke has spoken!
(5)Mandy M.
Love this place! Some of THE very service I've had in the UCF area. Seriously, what makes this place stand out is everyone I've ever had working the register when I order has phenomenal people skills/service! I'm going to be back! Again, again and again!
(5)Ryan S.
Great food for a great price. The owners are extremely friendly as well! ***************************************** I went to this restaurant on a recommendation from a colleague at work. I really enjoy Mediterranean food, and this place has some of the best I've had and for a great price. My favorite part about this place is that they offer just enough things to not be overwhelmed with the decision making it takes to order at some places. Everything is made fresh in front of you and they give you great portions. Whenever my wife and I are in need of a quick fix for some fresh hummus or falafel, this is the place we go to!
(4)Amir M.
Food is very good and acceptable quality. The owner is a nice guy. Sometimes when the owner is not around the quality of food goes down but still very good.
(5)Aimee B.
Don't go here if you are in a hurry! Service takes forever and staff is in no hurry during the lunch rush. I ordered the veggie plate and found a plastic bristle from a basting brush in my eggplant salad. I will not be going back.
(1)Ashley H.
This place is right by my office and I decided to stop by for a chicken pita. The chicken was not as flavorful as I would have liked, and the whole sandwich was rather bland. I was so disappointed since this has so many great reviews!
(2)Ho L.
There's a lot to like about Nar, yet there is still room for improvement. Being my first visit, I took some time to familiarize myself with their menu, and decided on their Thursday special, which is any chicken item plus drink for $6.99. Well it turns out, their menus have not been updated, and they don't run any of the specials listed on it. Nevertheless, the employee offered to uphold the special anyway, so that was a kind gesture. I ordered a chicken doner plate, with a side of hummus and tomato/cucumber salad. The sides were delicious, and there was a heaping amount of chicken and rice. Everything was very tasty, although I wish I had more than two small pieces of pita (maybe that's just me, as I love pita bread). They should really update their menus online and in person, but otherwise it was a pleasant experience overall with good food and a clean facility.
(3)Uyen D.
Searched almost high and low for a place to eat on a Monday night around UCF - who knew it would be this hard??? We ended up randomly craving Mediterranean food and found this gem! The owner was immediately welcoming and nice, even had some convos about his children and family! It's always nice to have personable staff and owners. I decided on a salad with chicken and my friend got the steak rice platter. Everything came out amazing, the chicken meat was succulent and flavorful while the portion size was plentiful. This could be a little on the pricy side, however I think with the amount you're getting you can't complain. Definitely coming back to try other things
(4)Ray C.
I gotta say usually when you go some place before they are about to close you get really crappy service. This is the exception however, got here about 15 mins before closing, the guy behind the counter was friendly and didn't even flinch about the timing. food was pretty good, definitely not the worst mediterranean option out there and not the super best. Everything was full of flavor and the portions was gracious. Outside seating was plenty and tables were comfy. I would recommend this place based on service and food quality.
(4)Christina H.
If you have never been here, you are missing out. This is a local restaurant which serves delicious Mediterranean cuisine. The owner is a sweetheart and the staff is friendly too! My boyfriend is Iranian and he loves it! Their food is also Halal. I highly recommend the Kofte or Doner meal. They also serve pizza if you are in the mood for that. They are open late and conveniently near UCF for students and families to grab a bite. You'll love Nar!
(5)Tara L.
We got a steak Gyro and steak Gyro pita and I was extremely dissatisfied. The steak had absolutely no flavor was and dry. In the salad the lettuce was brown the tomatoes were translucent no color at all the feta cheese had no flavor the was not flavorful as well. I can't imagine how this place has four stars. The employees were very friendly but unfortunately that didn't change the quality of the food.
(1)Jim B.
I have been multiple times to Nar, but I was very disappointed yesterday. I had been pleased with their food and service. However, I think that the quality of the food and the service have been declining. On Monday I went there specifically for their advertised (in their own menu) Monday and Thursday $6.99 chicken special (including a drink). This is a great value compared to about $13-14 for some menu items not on sale. The man at the register told me that as long as he'd been there the store has no specials. I explained that I had just gotten the special a couple weeks ago, and he insisted they are gone. I switched to ordering another menu item (pizza), which tasted fine. I think the food is mostly good (though maybe not as great as it was a year or two ago), but I was disappointed with removing the specials without notice (or without taking them from the menu!)
(1)Lenny S.
Tried this place for an early dinner and it was nearly empty. Service was helpful and fast. Considering how uncrowded it was, it did take a bit longer than expected for the meal to arrive but it seemed very fresh which isn't a bad trade off. Gentlemen who seemed to be the owner was extremely friendly and offered me a cup of excellent Turkish tea which is complementary.
(4)Jess S.
Oh how I love the chicken kabob here! I absolutely love coming to Nars! The service is great and the food even better. Their pita bread is so fresh. Don't get me started on their hummus. You see I'm a complicated fella at times and don't like my food to touch. The guy that makes the food during the day already knows when he sees me to separate everything for me. The owner is really nice as well. If your by Nars I would definitely recommend trying this place! They do make pizza, and I asked other customers who ordered the pizza (a few times) if the pizza was any good and they all had nothing but good things to say. My fiancé gets the gyro meat and he says it's the best he's very tasted. Overall good food, and good people!
(5)Michael V.
So one of the employees here came over to me when I was at World of Beers which was a different horrible experience all together. Apparently this World of Beers does not do food so the employee offered to deliver us food. We ordered a small Cheese pizza. I was surprised at how fast it came but when I opened the box I realized why. First off the pizza was not even cut so we sent it back. When they cut it, we took the first bit and I can only describe the pizza as White Bread with ketchup and cheese heated up in the microwave. I am from NY and I know I wont get, nor do I expect NY pizza here but this was worse than Pizza Hut. I am basing this on one experience of course but pizza is pretty simple so if you screw that up I can't imagine what you would do with more complicated Mediterranean dishes. I spent extensive time in Greece so I don't want to disappoint myself further. I'll pass on this and on this particular world of beers and go across town to the other one!
(1)Frank L.
I noticed that Nar recently opened while driving by one day, so I decided to try it out with a few coworkers. This is the old Extreme Pita. It has the same layout, but more of a modern feel to it. As you walk in the menu is posted above. It is basically a three step process. You pick the bowl or sandwich, choice of meet, and sides. They also serve pizza which I think is a bit odd for Mediterranean, but oh well. The food comes out pretty quickly. I ordered a wrap and the others ordered the plates with rice and meat on top. While mine was OK, it did not have a lot of meat in it, The "medi-plate", I think that is the name is the way to go. Al ll in all, I would recommend this place for lunch. The portions and food are average, and the food comes out quick. #Yelp100
(3)Gustavo P.
Food was great but we went at around 11pm and there was only one guy working. We placed our order and then someone else came in behind us and the guy couldn't get to our order because he was busy taking other people's orders. Not a bad place, I just wish we got the food faster.
(3)Susan M.
What a cute place. They decorated it so you feel like your in a cozy restaurant and not in a strip mall fast food place. Everyone was very nice and made sure I received a vegan meal. Tasty!!!!! everything was fresh as well. The pita bread is made fresh as well as the tahinni sauce. The falafel was not dry and had a zing to it!!!! I also felt the prices were fare.
(4)Ryan G.
Food here is mediocre. Nothing at all to write about. I've had my fair share of Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine, and this was disappointing. The cashier (younger guy) didn't want to take my AMEX because he said "their rates are too high." I asked for my card back and was about to walk out until he said "well hold on, let me try.. It my or may not go through the system" ... Weird... May or may not go though your credit card system? Obviously it worked but they cashier was lying to me and just being an idiot and didn't want to lose business. After tasting the food, my money would have been better spent elsewhere.
(2)Ari A.
Quick eats by UCF, Siemens and the hotels. The doner meat is fresh & the guys are straight from Turkey. It's a bit odd that they're Anericanizing themselves by serving pizza. Stick to the Mediterranean fare & you'll be a happy camper. If you're looking for a quiet study space or somewhere on the DL to take your mistress, you've got a new spot!
(4)Nikki J.
Excellent food, huge portions, nice staff, reasonable prices. First time here and I'll definitely be back.
(5)Jeff K.
My first visit to Nar was soon after its opening, and we had a pretty good experience there. Sure, it seemed a bit on the expensive side for the fast food environment, but the serving size was good and we enjoyed the food. The owner was also quite friendly and offered us a few free samples to taste. The second visit came when we tried to go to the Falafel Cafe down the street, only to find that it had closed, and the Lebanese restaurant that was replacing it wasn't yet open for business. This time, however, our experience wasn't as good. I got a sandwich that was fine, though not particularly interesting. My wife ordered a combo that came with "tomato and cucumber salad" as well as "pita chips and hummus" as the side. Well, that's what it said on the menu, anyway. It arrived with neither of those things, but with a side of fries instead. She asked about it, and the employee said that the tomato and cucumber salad tends to make the pita bread soft, so they leave it out now. He then said that he could being her a cup of it to try, which she agreed to. Nothing ever made it to the table, however, and no mention at all was made of the replacement of pita chips/hummus with french fries. Things happen, no big deal. If anything on the table had either of us saying, "We have to come back for this!" then things might have been different. As it stands though, even with the recent closing of several Mediterranean restaurants in the immediate area, there are still better options. Great garlic knots though. If you go, definitely get those.
(3)John F.
As someone who is not wild about Mediterranean cuisine in general, I was reluctant to go to Nar, even at the behest of some of my friends who had given it a rave review. After much convincing, I relented and decided to give it a try. I am so glad I did. We were greeted warmly by a tall gentleman with curly hair who was open to giving recommendations and details about the food when I mentioned that it was my first time there. I ordered the chicken doner rice plate with bulgar rice, which came with two sides. I elected the to try the hummus and bean salad as my sides. While we waited, the owner of the restaurant visited our table several times making conversation, talking about the music that the restaurant plays, making recommendations, and telling us where he's from and how the restaurant came about. He was very friendly, and has obviously put a lot of thought and work into the restaurant which showed in the quality of the food. The hummus was spectacular, served with sides of lavas bread, and the bean salad was likewise delicious. The chicken itself was seasoned deliciously, and was juicy and tender, served on top of a bed of seasoned bulgar rice. The meal came together exceptionally well, and it was obvious that the owner knows what he's doing with the food. Again, as someone who previously was not a fan of Mediterranean food, I wasn't sure if this place would do it for me, but the atmosphere, the owner, and the food have convinced me that I need to give this place several more visits. I would highly recommend Nar to anyone looking to grab some quick Mediterranean food near the UCF area.
(5)Stephen B.
I love this place. It the closest to mid eastern flavors since I was deployed. The food tastes upscale but the atmosphere is more like fast food. It is a regular stop for me. I recommend anything that includes thier fresh baked bread. A must try if you are by UCF.
(5)N Z.
Worst delivery service ever. Food was an hour late, lukewarm, and meat was dry and old. Bleh. Won't ever order from them again. Delivery driver literally walked up to the front door, handed the food off, and walked away. Didn't say a word. My husband WAS going to give him a tip, even with the shoddy timing, but delivery driver didn't stick around long enough or even utter a "hello". Wow...
(1)sarit j.
Firstly the owner needs to retrain or rehire staff. I was sitting and waiting for my food and clearly heard the server say 'the tehina is not fresh" and the they brought it to me, when I asked if it was I was told "I am not sure, I wasn't here yesterday." The other staff member shouted from the kitchen "What's wrong with her?! I was kidding! when I complained about this, the staff member told me he doesn't get paid enough for this. Then I heard him (Justn) speaking to someone as he was concerned regarding this potential review. Let me assure the owner that everything here is true - despite the CYA lies you were you will be told. also Justin the was cursing while casually speaking to his coworker. My chicken "doner" was served to me cold and it was very chewy and bland as well. There are other middle eastern places in town a d this one was a big miss on a lot of levels. Given the poor service, staff's salty mouths, bad attitudes and poor manners exhibited - dwdibiteky not worth the trip. This place needs work. Avoid it habibi.
(1)Maryam A.
Saw several coupons online thought I'd give it a try I called and they said we don't have those specials available we haven't had time to remove them. I asked if they would honor them and they said no even though the expiration date was till the end of this year. I won't even bother stepping foot in here.
(1)Emily M.
Their food tastes amazing. The chicken kebab I ordered with the greek salad was delicious. Their roasted vegetables were drenched in oil but were great nonetheless. The pita was fresh and my friend said the pizza is good, too. The prices are fair. It's a very casual restaurant- you seat yourself after you order. Overall, good food at a good price. I'm coming back here!
(4)Foo D.
Was from out if town. Quite glad we stopped in! Kids liked pizza. We loved the fresh and flavorful mediterranean food. Falafel was very well made and perfectly cooked. Homemade sauces very flavorful. And fresh baked pita?!? Wow, I've never seen that before. And very attentive staff! Honestly, it's probably a 5-star worthy place, but we just ate there the one time. Would love to stop back.
(4)Tatiana H.
Ordered the falafel sandwich via Alex's recommendation. Great service from him and great suggestion!
(3)John H.
Great fresh food, will definitely be coming back soon. The eggplant salad with the fresh bread is truly amazing
(5)Reixa C.
A co-worker took me into this restaurant and I have been a fan ever since. Their Rice Plate is to die for. Best value for your buck!. The food is fresh, never processed. The taste is out of this world. I told my boss and she has been taking her clients and business partners there. Everything and I mean everything is delicious. The basmati rice with garbanzo beans, the falafels, the hummus....oh my!, the eggplant salad, the tabouleh, and the bread!!!!. All made from scratch. Their baklava is rich but not too sweet, fingerlicking good! and now they are adding lamb chops....that's right, lamb chops. The owner is so friendly, he always greets you with a smile and if you are waiting for your food, he offers you a humble snack, watermelon and grapes. I recently moved down south ans was visiting family, the first place I went was Nar. I told the owner Remzi, please open up a restaurant down south, we miss you!!!!! There is nothing like Nar anywhere, you must go and try it for yourself. You will be glad you did!
(5)Boo P.
Hummus, bean salad and chicken donor all good!
(4)Alex G.
I had the rotisserie beef doner (gyro) and the chicken doner. The beef doner tasted terrible and I wanted to throw up all afternoon. This is not what doner kebab should taste and the meat had a foul smell. The eggplant salad was mediocre. My friend had a chicken sandwich and she felt queasy all afternoon too. Took a long time to get our order. The guys behind the counter didn't seem to have their act together and the one handling the food was not wearing sanitary gloves.
(1)Ayesha A.
Sorry, customer service 5 out of five, but food nothing to write home about. I had ordered Kebab with rice & asked for tabouli & hummus as a side. Should have asked for taziki sauce instead of spicy as spicy sauce was simply hot sauce from a bottle. My kebab were tough, I left the boiled rice they came with. Hummus was ok, & the tomatoes in Tabouli were bad.
(2)David K.
Best salad in town. Slightly more expensive than other restaurants near by but you get what you pay for here, and that would be great quality. This place is delicious. Owner is really cool.
(5)Bohnna C.
Pretty good Mediterranean! I had the kofte rice plate with hummus and greek salad. I'm pretty much addicted to their hummus! Great portions and they're open late which is a plus. The guys who work here are very friendly and the guy remembered me on my 2nd visit. Place seems pretty clean too. I can appreciate great customer service even if the food is OK but the food here is GREAT so 5 stars. Oh yeah, the Baklava is pretty dangerous if you're trying to keep it healthy, but it won't hurt to have one every now and then!
(5)Ren R.
My friends and I stumbled upon Nar while looking for a nice place to grab some lunch after an event. Finding a deal on Yelp sealed the deal as far as choosing a place to dine at! The ambiance was very casual. Inside was cramped and dark. You order at the counter and then your food is brought out to you. There weren't any tables that were designed for parties of 4 or more inside, so we had to sit outside. Not exactly ideal given the sweltering heat at noon, but it could have been a lot worse! The menu is designed so you pick your meat/filling, then you pick what you'd like it in (sandwich, plate, etc). There were some house specials as well, but I was interested in trying some staples. The prices were reasonable for the amount of food you got-- in the $7-$10 range, but I would like to see some cheaper options for a lunch place! Maybe I'm just old fashioned and dreaming of the days where I could get a lunch for $5, who knows. While my group was waiting for our food, someone brought out some orange slices for us to snack on and a Turkish dessert to try (the name escapes me right now). It was a very nice touch! The dessert was a little too sweet for the table's liking, but we are all somewhat odd when it comes to those sorts of things. The consensus at the table was that the food overall was tasty. I had the chicken kebab sandwich and got a side of falafel. I felt like the food in general was somewhat bland, particularly the hummus (a few others at the table agreed). It wasn't bad, per se, I just think it could have had some more spices added to it. The chicken was well cooked though and the pita was delicious. The falafel was pretty standard, not anything different from other Mediterranean places I've tried in the past. The portions were generous though, so we all had to take things home in a box! Always a bonus. The food was not heavy at all and even though we all had a lot, I think everyone left feeling refreshed. Service was excellent. Our food came out in waves, which was understandable, but everything came out quickly and was perfectly cooked. Also, all of the people working there were very friendly and kind. The only thing I wish were different was the way the drinks are handled: you have to get up and walk inside to the soda fountain, but if you order water you only get those tiny plastic cups, so everyone was getting up frequently to get refills. That being said, the overall experience was a good one. The food was decent, the ambiance fitting, and the service excellent. I'm sure if I'm in the area again I will be stopping by this place, as everything seemed very fresh and healthy, which is a lot considering what surrounds the restaurant! Food: 3.5/5 Atmosphere: 2/5 Service: 4.5/5 Value: 3.5/5
(3)Brandy B.
My husband and I were at World of Beer and wanted a quick bite. We strolled down to Nar and it was very nice. The owner was out talking to the patrons and he was a pleasure to talk with. He gave us samples of what we didn't know and offered us suggestions of what to have. I thought the food was very good. Their falafel was lacking some spice but their meats and shephard salad was very good. All in all I was very pleased with the service and food. Some might think it's overprice but for the quality of food, it was worth it.
(4)Christine O.
Delicious!! I have gotten food here at least 4x already in the past 2 weeks. LOL! Love the beef/lamb platter and eggplant side dish (a must try). Baklava is excellent too (not too sweet; would prefer more nuts though). PROS: Everything is fresh and tastes homemade. Price is decent considering the amount of portion you get. Food is YUMMY! CONS: new business so they are still figuring out how to run an efficient operation-- food can take a while, orders get confused, u need to prompt them that u need to order (otherwise, no one pays attention which is annoying). Food - 5-stars. Experience- 3-stars. Overall- 4 stars.
(4)Mister K.
Good food, great prices, and even better with Yelp deals! Will definitely go back here when in town!
(4)Jennifer L.
We ended up in this restaurant, by visiting another one closed by. The restaurant was pretty empty and the door was fully open, inviting you to come in. When we came in the staff was very friendly and helpful, they offered samples and explained everything on the bar. I am not a fan of gyros, but my husband ordered one with chicken and the chicken was very tasty. I ordered the eggplant salad, that comes with veggies, jasmine rice and fresh-baked bread, I enjoyed my dish. They have different salads, and meal platters; also their bread is baked daily there. While having lunch a few couples came in and also ate there. The place is nicely decorated, clean and inviting. We will come back, not only for the food, the service and environment of a clean restaurant but to support a family-owned business in the community.
(4)Cayenne D.
Chicken was amazing! Try the spicy sauce.
(4)Devir Z.
I have eaten here a few times just this week and the chicken shwarma is so incredible that I haven't even had the opportunity to order anything else. But all the food options look great! Everything is clean and fresh, the people who work there were very nice and most importantly the portions are great also. Will definitely keep eating here, strongly recommend!
(5)Julie F.
Let me start off by saying that the food was very good. I LOVE Mediterranean food, which is a bit hard to find, especially at "fast casual" prices. I had the chicken platter with feta and hummus and my husband got the chicken wrap, which is supposed to come with a sauce. My husband wanted tahini, but they were out. He asked if he could have hummus instead, and they told him NO. I don't remember if he was allowed to pay extra for the hummus, but still. It was not his fault that they were out of tahini. If you run out of something (Saturday at lunch, not like it was after hours or anything), I think it is your responsibility to make it right w/ the customer. Not only that, but when a group of the owner's friends came in, they were served before us. We had been sitting there for about 10 minutes before they even walked in, so this was more than a little disappointing. The food was good, but I won't go again simply because of how we were treated. It's a shame, because it was close and decently priced. If only they could get their customer service attitude adjusted, we'd be okay.
(3)GU S.
Vegetarian, Hardcore carnivore, Carb free or pescatarian... Nar has it all! My cousin introduced me to this place a few weeks ago after a graduation on UCF but got to say love it. Great price, generous portions, entrees and desserts. Take a chance and visit Nar. Even the tea is amazeballs!
(5)Charles V.
Service was great, food was ok. Not sure I'd go back though
(2)Michael L.
First impression was great customer service especially with the free Mediterranean tea they offer. I love make your own salad with the two sides & a sauce. The price is very affordable for delicious healthy food. Nice place for a hangout too with Wi-Fi. I'd come back or hang there often.
(5)Kristen B.
So great! Loved it! The Monday special is a deal. Had chicken doner salad and it was fantastic. Also a fan of the fries! The owner is always very sweet as well!
(5)Brian D.
I visited Nar Mediterranean for lunch using a yelp $5 for $10 deal. Walking in I was a bit surprised at the lack of customers during the lunch rush in the area. Although the food was decent (except for the gyro meat, which was on the dry side) and the staff was incredibly friendly, I could not justify coming back without a yelp deal. My rice plate and a fountain drink came to $14. With the cost of my voucher taken out, I ended up paying $9. Still on the high side for an average lunch. But $14 is outrageous. However, they do have some cheaper options that might be worth checking out.
(3)Max V.
Had lunch at Nar recently for the first time and the food is great. I had the Chicken Breast on lavash sandwich, kind of a gyro but it's served on lavash bread with vegetables and the tzaziki sauce. Service was very friendly, nice casual atmosphere. My only complaint is they need to expand the drinks selection, hopefully to include beer and wine? I will definitely eat here again. 4.5/5 *'s.
(4)Megan B.
This place is not nearly comparable to Hubbly Bubbly, another quick service Mediterranean restuarant that recently opened across town. Nar is a rip off, because instead of offering a buffet-style selection (think Chipotle), they try to upcharge you a couple bucks for every item you want to add in. Their standard offerings for all of their basic meals is bland and lackluster. The pita only comes with a slice of tomato, lettuce, and meat. Anything else will cost a minimum of 9.99 in their combo meal, which does allow you to add more items. Still, compare this to buying a pita at Hubby Bubbly for 5.99 where you get meat, hummus, and a ton of toppings. If you get falafel instead of meat, the price even drops to 4.99. I am not affiliated with Hubby Bubbly in any way (I just have delicious dreams about their falafel hummus bowls). I am using them as an example of a better competitor in the same cuisine style. Another huge reason Nar is inferior is that the guy behind the counter was not able to tell me which items were gluten free, nor was there an ingredient list available for reference. Seeing as this is a common dietary requirement, they need to get with the program!
(1)Fadi M.
Ate here last night for the first time. It was an amazing meal for an affordable price. I'm not from around here but ill fur sure come back when I'm in town.
(5)Erick P.
Fresh ingredients, awesome flavor, pizza it's ok, everything else is fantastic!
(5)Kailey M.
We wanted to try something new for lunch since we always go to the same place. I saw the 4 stars review on yelp, so I suggested Nar. I ordered the steak donner Sandwich. I should've read the menu closer because it has lamb in it and I don't like the taste of fully cooked lamb. My workers got the chicken kabob sandwich. They liked it but didn't love it. I really like the homemade pita bread that they have. It's crunchy and fresh. Overall, it's ok.
(3)Micheal L.
I have been to Nar about 4 times and the last time this new server was there, Alan had a very positive way about talking about the menu and it makes me want to come back for more
(3)Kevin K.
Absolutely delicious! I've been here probably 5 or 6 times now, and the food is consistently spectacular. My personal favorite is the kofte (minced beef) with bulgur rice and eggplant salad. Everything is made fresh on site and it shows. If you think you've had good baklava, you haven't seen anything until you've tried it at Nar. Zero complaints here, so give it a try the next time you're in the area. I'm a patron for life.
(5)Marc V.
Tried this restaurant for the first time. The gyro was good with lots of meat (steak/lamb) combo. A little pricey and you have to pay a $1 extra for the steak. I'll probably come back in the future.
(4)Jessy B.
Don't pass this place up! Dined in three times and ordered to go twice and every time they are on point. Amazing, fresh food, and friendly staff. The owner is very friendly and enjoys chatting with the guests. The owner really loves what he does, you can really tell.
(5)Jessica R.
I was excited to hear that UCF was getting a Mediterranean food spot, they are lacking that cuisine in the area. The service was a little slow but the food made it worth it. The portions (I got a salad with two sides) were huge! I do wish the meat was a little more tender but it still had great flavor. Hummus was DELISH. It is a must. Overall not my go to spot for some Mediterranean but the food good but wished I got more veggies in my salad but that is just me. Give it a try though!
(4)Diana S.
A few friends and I ended up going to Nar on a Friday evening after going to World of Beer for happy hour. The food was delicious, I don't think anyone was disappointed with what they got, from Pizza to Gyros. If you're used to a gyro on thick bread, make sure you get the pita and not the lavash bread, lavash just means tortilla. The manager (or owner) came around and asked us how our food was quite a few times, and even stopped by with a small bowl of meatballs for us to try. It was fantastic. The only reason I give it 4/5 is that the food wasn't as hot as I would have liked, the meat in my gyro was a little on the cool side. It was still delicious though!
(4)Elizabeth E.
I had the Chicken minced patty w/ Jasmine rice, hummus, eggplant salad - everything was absolutely tasty. I did wish the hummus had more flavoring, but that is because I'm used to store bought hummus. Despite that though, you could taste how freshly made it was. My boyfried had the steak rice plate w/ bulgur rice, hummus, and potato salad. The bulgur rice was great, different texture and a great taste. The steak was flavorful as well. We both had the kadayif dessert which was good! Too sweet for myself, but still a great dessert.
(4)Tiffany N.
Fantastic! We came for dinner and were both pleasantly surprised to find such great food in a small quick service type of restaurant. I had the steak gyro plate and my hubby had the chicken gyro plate. The meats were flavorful, tender and well seasoned. I absolutely LOVE the jasmine rice. It was so fluffy and tender. Hands down some of the best rice I've had. The Sheppard's salad was refreshing and tasty as well with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers and onions. We really like the light potato salad they have because it's not heavy and weighed down with mayo like traditional potato salad. The roasted veggies were also very good. Not anything unique but tasty and well done. Sometimes the simpler the food, the better the flavors. My hubby who's pretty picky about sweets loved their Kadayif. Not overly sweet, soft and light with hints of spices and nuts. It was the first time we had ever had such deserts and we're hooked. Best part of dinner was the owner's sincere attention to the customers. He asked us how the food was and took care of the dishes when we left. He was so nice and welcoming! I'm definitely coming back and I'm bringing friends!
(5)Stephanie S.
This place was amazing!! Seriously one of the few Mediterranean places I can appreciate for good, healthy food! We shared the Mediterranean pizza and it was good the first day and later the next day when we reheated it. Definitely would recommend this place! I also would recommend trying the bulgur rice, it's amazingly good with falafel. The hummus isn't my favorite as I prefer a little more spice to it but everything else has been wonderful.
(5)Jeremy D.
Disgusted. I called thinking this was a place I found on Yelp called Papa Gio's and ordered a calzone. They informed me they were no longer Papa Gio's but did serve calzones. I ordered a calzone with sausage, pepperoni and onion. I don't know what they put in it but it wasn't sausage. It was tough and rubbery and had a very unusual taste. The onions were raw and in giant clumps as if they lost their knife and tried to smash it on the counter and crumble it up with their hands. I went online and looked up their menu. No sausage on the menu. Avoid at all cost. Who knows what they'll serve you.
(1)Brandy N.
Amazing food! Very fresh and healthy.
(5)Mandy M.
Love this place! Some of THE very service I've had in the UCF area. Seriously, what makes this place stand out is everyone I've ever had working the register when I order has phenomenal people skills/service! I'm going to be back! Again, again and again!
(5)Ryan S.
Great food for a great price. The owners are extremely friendly as well! ***************************************** I went to this restaurant on a recommendation from a colleague at work. I really enjoy Mediterranean food, and this place has some of the best I've had and for a great price. My favorite part about this place is that they offer just enough things to not be overwhelmed with the decision making it takes to order at some places. Everything is made fresh in front of you and they give you great portions. Whenever my wife and I are in need of a quick fix for some fresh hummus or falafel, this is the place we go to!
(4)Ho L.
There's a lot to like about Nar, yet there is still room for improvement. Being my first visit, I took some time to familiarize myself with their menu, and decided on their Thursday special, which is any chicken item plus drink for $6.99. Well it turns out, their menus have not been updated, and they don't run any of the specials listed on it. Nevertheless, the employee offered to uphold the special anyway, so that was a kind gesture. I ordered a chicken doner plate, with a side of hummus and tomato/cucumber salad. The sides were delicious, and there was a heaping amount of chicken and rice. Everything was very tasty, although I wish I had more than two small pieces of pita (maybe that's just me, as I love pita bread). They should really update their menus online and in person, but otherwise it was a pleasant experience overall with good food and a clean facility.
(3)Uyen D.
Searched almost high and low for a place to eat on a Monday night around UCF - who knew it would be this hard??? We ended up randomly craving Mediterranean food and found this gem! The owner was immediately welcoming and nice, even had some convos about his children and family! It's always nice to have personable staff and owners. I decided on a salad with chicken and my friend got the steak rice platter. Everything came out amazing, the chicken meat was succulent and flavorful while the portion size was plentiful. This could be a little on the pricy side, however I think with the amount you're getting you can't complain. Definitely coming back to try other things
(4)Ray C.
I gotta say usually when you go some place before they are about to close you get really crappy service. This is the exception however, got here about 15 mins before closing, the guy behind the counter was friendly and didn't even flinch about the timing. food was pretty good, definitely not the worst mediterranean option out there and not the super best. Everything was full of flavor and the portions was gracious. Outside seating was plenty and tables were comfy. I would recommend this place based on service and food quality.
(4)Christine O.
Delicious!! I have gotten food here at least 4x already in the past 2 weeks. LOL! Love the beef/lamb platter and eggplant side dish (a must try). Baklava is excellent too (not too sweet; would prefer more nuts though). PROS: Everything is fresh and tastes homemade. Price is decent considering the amount of portion you get. Food is YUMMY! CONS: new business so they are still figuring out how to run an efficient operation-- food can take a while, orders get confused, u need to prompt them that u need to order (otherwise, no one pays attention which is annoying). Food - 5-stars. Experience- 3-stars. Overall- 4 stars.
(4)Mister K.
Good food, great prices, and even better with Yelp deals! Will definitely go back here when in town!
(4)Ren R.
My friends and I stumbled upon Nar while looking for a nice place to grab some lunch after an event. Finding a deal on Yelp sealed the deal as far as choosing a place to dine at! The ambiance was very casual. Inside was cramped and dark. You order at the counter and then your food is brought out to you. There weren't any tables that were designed for parties of 4 or more inside, so we had to sit outside. Not exactly ideal given the sweltering heat at noon, but it could have been a lot worse! The menu is designed so you pick your meat/filling, then you pick what you'd like it in (sandwich, plate, etc). There were some house specials as well, but I was interested in trying some staples. The prices were reasonable for the amount of food you got-- in the $7-$10 range, but I would like to see some cheaper options for a lunch place! Maybe I'm just old fashioned and dreaming of the days where I could get a lunch for $5, who knows. While my group was waiting for our food, someone brought out some orange slices for us to snack on and a Turkish dessert to try (the name escapes me right now). It was a very nice touch! The dessert was a little too sweet for the table's liking, but we are all somewhat odd when it comes to those sorts of things. The consensus at the table was that the food overall was tasty. I had the chicken kebab sandwich and got a side of falafel. I felt like the food in general was somewhat bland, particularly the hummus (a few others at the table agreed). It wasn't bad, per se, I just think it could have had some more spices added to it. The chicken was well cooked though and the pita was delicious. The falafel was pretty standard, not anything different from other Mediterranean places I've tried in the past. The portions were generous though, so we all had to take things home in a box! Always a bonus. The food was not heavy at all and even though we all had a lot, I think everyone left feeling refreshed. Service was excellent. Our food came out in waves, which was understandable, but everything came out quickly and was perfectly cooked. Also, all of the people working there were very friendly and kind. The only thing I wish were different was the way the drinks are handled: you have to get up and walk inside to the soda fountain, but if you order water you only get those tiny plastic cups, so everyone was getting up frequently to get refills. That being said, the overall experience was a good one. The food was decent, the ambiance fitting, and the service excellent. I'm sure if I'm in the area again I will be stopping by this place, as everything seemed very fresh and healthy, which is a lot considering what surrounds the restaurant! Food: 3.5/5 Atmosphere: 2/5 Service: 4.5/5 Value: 3.5/5
(3)Brandy B.
My husband and I were at World of Beer and wanted a quick bite. We strolled down to Nar and it was very nice. The owner was out talking to the patrons and he was a pleasure to talk with. He gave us samples of what we didn't know and offered us suggestions of what to have. I thought the food was very good. Their falafel was lacking some spice but their meats and shephard salad was very good. All in all I was very pleased with the service and food. Some might think it's overprice but for the quality of food, it was worth it.
(4)Jennifer L.
We ended up in this restaurant, by visiting another one closed by. The restaurant was pretty empty and the door was fully open, inviting you to come in. When we came in the staff was very friendly and helpful, they offered samples and explained everything on the bar. I am not a fan of gyros, but my husband ordered one with chicken and the chicken was very tasty. I ordered the eggplant salad, that comes with veggies, jasmine rice and fresh-baked bread, I enjoyed my dish. They have different salads, and meal platters; also their bread is baked daily there. While having lunch a few couples came in and also ate there. The place is nicely decorated, clean and inviting. We will come back, not only for the food, the service and environment of a clean restaurant but to support a family-owned business in the community.
(4)Cayenne D.
Chicken was amazing! Try the spicy sauce.
(4)Foo D.
Was from out if town. Quite glad we stopped in! Kids liked pizza. We loved the fresh and flavorful mediterranean food. Falafel was very well made and perfectly cooked. Homemade sauces very flavorful. And fresh baked pita?!? Wow, I've never seen that before. And very attentive staff! Honestly, it's probably a 5-star worthy place, but we just ate there the one time. Would love to stop back.
(4)Tatiana H.
Ordered the falafel sandwich via Alex's recommendation. Great service from him and great suggestion!
(3)John F.
As someone who is not wild about Mediterranean cuisine in general, I was reluctant to go to Nar, even at the behest of some of my friends who had given it a rave review. After much convincing, I relented and decided to give it a try. I am so glad I did. We were greeted warmly by a tall gentleman with curly hair who was open to giving recommendations and details about the food when I mentioned that it was my first time there. I ordered the chicken doner rice plate with bulgar rice, which came with two sides. I elected the to try the hummus and bean salad as my sides. While we waited, the owner of the restaurant visited our table several times making conversation, talking about the music that the restaurant plays, making recommendations, and telling us where he's from and how the restaurant came about. He was very friendly, and has obviously put a lot of thought and work into the restaurant which showed in the quality of the food. The hummus was spectacular, served with sides of lavas bread, and the bean salad was likewise delicious. The chicken itself was seasoned deliciously, and was juicy and tender, served on top of a bed of seasoned bulgar rice. The meal came together exceptionally well, and it was obvious that the owner knows what he's doing with the food. Again, as someone who previously was not a fan of Mediterranean food, I wasn't sure if this place would do it for me, but the atmosphere, the owner, and the food have convinced me that I need to give this place several more visits. I would highly recommend Nar to anyone looking to grab some quick Mediterranean food near the UCF area.
(5)Stephen B.
I love this place. It the closest to mid eastern flavors since I was deployed. The food tastes upscale but the atmosphere is more like fast food. It is a regular stop for me. I recommend anything that includes thier fresh baked bread. A must try if you are by UCF.
(5)N Z.
Worst delivery service ever. Food was an hour late, lukewarm, and meat was dry and old. Bleh. Won't ever order from them again. Delivery driver literally walked up to the front door, handed the food off, and walked away. Didn't say a word. My husband WAS going to give him a tip, even with the shoddy timing, but delivery driver didn't stick around long enough or even utter a "hello". Wow...
(1)sarit j.
Firstly the owner needs to retrain or rehire staff. I was sitting and waiting for my food and clearly heard the server say 'the tehina is not fresh" and the they brought it to me, when I asked if it was I was told "I am not sure, I wasn't here yesterday." The other staff member shouted from the kitchen "What's wrong with her?! I was kidding! when I complained about this, the staff member told me he doesn't get paid enough for this. Then I heard him (Justn) speaking to someone as he was concerned regarding this potential review. Let me assure the owner that everything here is true - despite the CYA lies you were you will be told. also Justin the was cursing while casually speaking to his coworker. My chicken "doner" was served to me cold and it was very chewy and bland as well. There are other middle eastern places in town a d this one was a big miss on a lot of levels. Given the poor service, staff's salty mouths, bad attitudes and poor manners exhibited - dwdibiteky not worth the trip. This place needs work. Avoid it habibi.
(1)John H.
Great fresh food, will definitely be coming back soon. The eggplant salad with the fresh bread is truly amazing
(5)Reixa C.
A co-worker took me into this restaurant and I have been a fan ever since. Their Rice Plate is to die for. Best value for your buck!. The food is fresh, never processed. The taste is out of this world. I told my boss and she has been taking her clients and business partners there. Everything and I mean everything is delicious. The basmati rice with garbanzo beans, the falafels, the hummus....oh my!, the eggplant salad, the tabouleh, and the bread!!!!. All made from scratch. Their baklava is rich but not too sweet, fingerlicking good! and now they are adding lamb chops....that's right, lamb chops. The owner is so friendly, he always greets you with a smile and if you are waiting for your food, he offers you a humble snack, watermelon and grapes. I recently moved down south ans was visiting family, the first place I went was Nar. I told the owner Remzi, please open up a restaurant down south, we miss you!!!!! There is nothing like Nar anywhere, you must go and try it for yourself. You will be glad you did!
(5)Boo P.
Hummus, bean salad and chicken donor all good!
(4)Alex G.
I had the rotisserie beef doner (gyro) and the chicken doner. The beef doner tasted terrible and I wanted to throw up all afternoon. This is not what doner kebab should taste and the meat had a foul smell. The eggplant salad was mediocre. My friend had a chicken sandwich and she felt queasy all afternoon too. Took a long time to get our order. The guys behind the counter didn't seem to have their act together and the one handling the food was not wearing sanitary gloves.
(1)David K.
Best salad in town. Slightly more expensive than other restaurants near by but you get what you pay for here, and that would be great quality. This place is delicious. Owner is really cool.
(5)Bohnna C.
Pretty good Mediterranean! I had the kofte rice plate with hummus and greek salad. I'm pretty much addicted to their hummus! Great portions and they're open late which is a plus. The guys who work here are very friendly and the guy remembered me on my 2nd visit. Place seems pretty clean too. I can appreciate great customer service even if the food is OK but the food here is GREAT so 5 stars. Oh yeah, the Baklava is pretty dangerous if you're trying to keep it healthy, but it won't hurt to have one every now and then!
(5)Ayesha A.
Sorry, customer service 5 out of five, but food nothing to write home about. I had ordered Kebab with rice & asked for tabouli & hummus as a side. Should have asked for taziki sauce instead of spicy as spicy sauce was simply hot sauce from a bottle. My kebab were tough, I left the boiled rice they came with. Hummus was ok, & the tomatoes in Tabouli were bad.
(2)David H.
Been here a few times for the baklava and bean salad, both of which are pretty good. I've only had lunch once and got the steak doner plate, which comes with shaved slices of steak, rice, pita bread, and two sides. The steak was a bit dry for me, but other than that it was okay. Lunch portions are filling, but can be a bit pricey considering it is lunch. Will probably be back to try their gyro pita.
(3)Tom T.
If you dont know, now you know! Head yo happy selves over to this place. Had the chicken kebob on pita bread....Uhmazing! It was scrumptulescient! Will be making repeated visits to this fine establishment! Da bomb-diggity diggity!!!! Part 2 of my review: So nice you must come back at least twice. I tried the Medi Plate with the Chicken Doner, and holy crap! It's freaking amazing! It filled me up just write to put me in a state of food bliss. Im glad this place exists, really glad. The Duke has spoken!
(5)Marc V.
Tried this restaurant for the first time. The gyro was good with lots of meat (steak/lamb) combo. A little pricey and you have to pay a $1 extra for the steak. I'll probably come back in the future.
(4)Jessy B.
Don't pass this place up! Dined in three times and ordered to go twice and every time they are on point. Amazing, fresh food, and friendly staff. The owner is very friendly and enjoys chatting with the guests. The owner really loves what he does, you can really tell.
(5)Jessica R.
I was excited to hear that UCF was getting a Mediterranean food spot, they are lacking that cuisine in the area. The service was a little slow but the food made it worth it. The portions (I got a salad with two sides) were huge! I do wish the meat was a little more tender but it still had great flavor. Hummus was DELISH. It is a must. Overall not my go to spot for some Mediterranean but the food good but wished I got more veggies in my salad but that is just me. Give it a try though!
(4)Diana S.
A few friends and I ended up going to Nar on a Friday evening after going to World of Beer for happy hour. The food was delicious, I don't think anyone was disappointed with what they got, from Pizza to Gyros. If you're used to a gyro on thick bread, make sure you get the pita and not the lavash bread, lavash just means tortilla. The manager (or owner) came around and asked us how our food was quite a few times, and even stopped by with a small bowl of meatballs for us to try. It was fantastic. The only reason I give it 4/5 is that the food wasn't as hot as I would have liked, the meat in my gyro was a little on the cool side. It was still delicious though!
(4)Kevin K.
Absolutely delicious! I've been here probably 5 or 6 times now, and the food is consistently spectacular. My personal favorite is the kofte (minced beef) with bulgur rice and eggplant salad. Everything is made fresh on site and it shows. If you think you've had good baklava, you haven't seen anything until you've tried it at Nar. Zero complaints here, so give it a try the next time you're in the area. I'm a patron for life.
(5)Elizabeth E.
I had the Chicken minced patty w/ Jasmine rice, hummus, eggplant salad - everything was absolutely tasty. I did wish the hummus had more flavoring, but that is because I'm used to store bought hummus. Despite that though, you could taste how freshly made it was. My boyfried had the steak rice plate w/ bulgur rice, hummus, and potato salad. The bulgur rice was great, different texture and a great taste. The steak was flavorful as well. We both had the kadayif dessert which was good! Too sweet for myself, but still a great dessert.
(4)Tiffany N.
Fantastic! We came for dinner and were both pleasantly surprised to find such great food in a small quick service type of restaurant. I had the steak gyro plate and my hubby had the chicken gyro plate. The meats were flavorful, tender and well seasoned. I absolutely LOVE the jasmine rice. It was so fluffy and tender. Hands down some of the best rice I've had. The Sheppard's salad was refreshing and tasty as well with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers and onions. We really like the light potato salad they have because it's not heavy and weighed down with mayo like traditional potato salad. The roasted veggies were also very good. Not anything unique but tasty and well done. Sometimes the simpler the food, the better the flavors. My hubby who's pretty picky about sweets loved their Kadayif. Not overly sweet, soft and light with hints of spices and nuts. It was the first time we had ever had such deserts and we're hooked. Best part of dinner was the owner's sincere attention to the customers. He asked us how the food was and took care of the dishes when we left. He was so nice and welcoming! I'm definitely coming back and I'm bringing friends!
(5)Stephanie S.
This place was amazing!! Seriously one of the few Mediterranean places I can appreciate for good, healthy food! We shared the Mediterranean pizza and it was good the first day and later the next day when we reheated it. Definitely would recommend this place! I also would recommend trying the bulgur rice, it's amazingly good with falafel. The hummus isn't my favorite as I prefer a little more spice to it but everything else has been wonderful.
(5)Jeremy D.
Disgusted. I called thinking this was a place I found on Yelp called Papa Gio's and ordered a calzone. They informed me they were no longer Papa Gio's but did serve calzones. I ordered a calzone with sausage, pepperoni and onion. I don't know what they put in it but it wasn't sausage. It was tough and rubbery and had a very unusual taste. The onions were raw and in giant clumps as if they lost their knife and tried to smash it on the counter and crumble it up with their hands. I went online and looked up their menu. No sausage on the menu. Avoid at all cost. Who knows what they'll serve you.
(1)Brandy N.
Amazing food! Very fresh and healthy.
(5)Erick P.
Fresh ingredients, awesome flavor, pizza it's ok, everything else is fantastic!
(5)Kailey M.
We wanted to try something new for lunch since we always go to the same place. I saw the 4 stars review on yelp, so I suggested Nar. I ordered the steak donner Sandwich. I should've read the menu closer because it has lamb in it and I don't like the taste of fully cooked lamb. My workers got the chicken kabob sandwich. They liked it but didn't love it. I really like the homemade pita bread that they have. It's crunchy and fresh. Overall, it's ok.
(3)Micheal L.
I have been to Nar about 4 times and the last time this new server was there, Alan had a very positive way about talking about the menu and it makes me want to come back for more
(3)Michael L.
First impression was great customer service especially with the free Mediterranean tea they offer. I love make your own salad with the two sides & a sauce. The price is very affordable for delicious healthy food. Nice place for a hangout too with Wi-Fi. I'd come back or hang there often.
(5)Kristen B.
So great! Loved it! The Monday special is a deal. Had chicken doner salad and it was fantastic. Also a fan of the fries! The owner is always very sweet as well!
(5)Julie F.
Let me start off by saying that the food was very good. I LOVE Mediterranean food, which is a bit hard to find, especially at "fast casual" prices. I had the chicken platter with feta and hummus and my husband got the chicken wrap, which is supposed to come with a sauce. My husband wanted tahini, but they were out. He asked if he could have hummus instead, and they told him NO. I don't remember if he was allowed to pay extra for the hummus, but still. It was not his fault that they were out of tahini. If you run out of something (Saturday at lunch, not like it was after hours or anything), I think it is your responsibility to make it right w/ the customer. Not only that, but when a group of the owner's friends came in, they were served before us. We had been sitting there for about 10 minutes before they even walked in, so this was more than a little disappointing. The food was good, but I won't go again simply because of how we were treated. It's a shame, because it was close and decently priced. If only they could get their customer service attitude adjusted, we'd be okay.
(3)GU S.
Vegetarian, Hardcore carnivore, Carb free or pescatarian... Nar has it all! My cousin introduced me to this place a few weeks ago after a graduation on UCF but got to say love it. Great price, generous portions, entrees and desserts. Take a chance and visit Nar. Even the tea is amazeballs!
(5)Charles V.
Service was great, food was ok. Not sure I'd go back though
(2)Brian D.
I visited Nar Mediterranean for lunch using a yelp $5 for $10 deal. Walking in I was a bit surprised at the lack of customers during the lunch rush in the area. Although the food was decent (except for the gyro meat, which was on the dry side) and the staff was incredibly friendly, I could not justify coming back without a yelp deal. My rice plate and a fountain drink came to $14. With the cost of my voucher taken out, I ended up paying $9. Still on the high side for an average lunch. But $14 is outrageous. However, they do have some cheaper options that might be worth checking out.
(3)Amir M.
Food is very good and acceptable quality. The owner is a nice guy. Sometimes when the owner is not around the quality of food goes down but still very good.
(5)Aimee B.
Don't go here if you are in a hurry! Service takes forever and staff is in no hurry during the lunch rush. I ordered the veggie plate and found a plastic bristle from a basting brush in my eggplant salad. I will not be going back.
(1)Ashley H.
This place is right by my office and I decided to stop by for a chicken pita. The chicken was not as flavorful as I would have liked, and the whole sandwich was rather bland. I was so disappointed since this has so many great reviews!
(2)Christina H.
If you have never been here, you are missing out. This is a local restaurant which serves delicious Mediterranean cuisine. The owner is a sweetheart and the staff is friendly too! My boyfriend is Iranian and he loves it! Their food is also Halal. I highly recommend the Kofte or Doner meal. They also serve pizza if you are in the mood for that. They are open late and conveniently near UCF for students and families to grab a bite. You'll love Nar!
(5)Tara L.
We got a steak Gyro and steak Gyro pita and I was extremely dissatisfied. The steak had absolutely no flavor was and dry. In the salad the lettuce was brown the tomatoes were translucent no color at all the feta cheese had no flavor the was not flavorful as well. I can't imagine how this place has four stars. The employees were very friendly but unfortunately that didn't change the quality of the food.
(1)Jim B.
I have been multiple times to Nar, but I was very disappointed yesterday. I had been pleased with their food and service. However, I think that the quality of the food and the service have been declining. On Monday I went there specifically for their advertised (in their own menu) Monday and Thursday $6.99 chicken special (including a drink). This is a great value compared to about $13-14 for some menu items not on sale. The man at the register told me that as long as he'd been there the store has no specials. I explained that I had just gotten the special a couple weeks ago, and he insisted they are gone. I switched to ordering another menu item (pizza), which tasted fine. I think the food is mostly good (though maybe not as great as it was a year or two ago), but I was disappointed with removing the specials without notice (or without taking them from the menu!)
(1)Lenny S.
Tried this place for an early dinner and it was nearly empty. Service was helpful and fast. Considering how uncrowded it was, it did take a bit longer than expected for the meal to arrive but it seemed very fresh which isn't a bad trade off. Gentlemen who seemed to be the owner was extremely friendly and offered me a cup of excellent Turkish tea which is complementary.
(4)Jess S.
Oh how I love the chicken kabob here! I absolutely love coming to Nars! The service is great and the food even better. Their pita bread is so fresh. Don't get me started on their hummus. You see I'm a complicated fella at times and don't like my food to touch. The guy that makes the food during the day already knows when he sees me to separate everything for me. The owner is really nice as well. If your by Nars I would definitely recommend trying this place! They do make pizza, and I asked other customers who ordered the pizza (a few times) if the pizza was any good and they all had nothing but good things to say. My fiancé gets the gyro meat and he says it's the best he's very tasted. Overall good food, and good people!
(5)Ari A.
Quick eats by UCF, Siemens and the hotels. The doner meat is fresh & the guys are straight from Turkey. It's a bit odd that they're Anericanizing themselves by serving pizza. Stick to the Mediterranean fare & you'll be a happy camper. If you're looking for a quiet study space or somewhere on the DL to take your mistress, you've got a new spot!
(4)Nikki J.
Excellent food, huge portions, nice staff, reasonable prices. First time here and I'll definitely be back.
(5)Max V.
Had lunch at Nar recently for the first time and the food is great. I had the Chicken Breast on lavash sandwich, kind of a gyro but it's served on lavash bread with vegetables and the tzaziki sauce. Service was very friendly, nice casual atmosphere. My only complaint is they need to expand the drinks selection, hopefully to include beer and wine? I will definitely eat here again. 4.5/5 *'s.
(4)Devir Z.
I have eaten here a few times just this week and the chicken shwarma is so incredible that I haven't even had the opportunity to order anything else. But all the food options look great! Everything is clean and fresh, the people who work there were very nice and most importantly the portions are great also. Will definitely keep eating here, strongly recommend!
(5)Jeff K.
My first visit to Nar was soon after its opening, and we had a pretty good experience there. Sure, it seemed a bit on the expensive side for the fast food environment, but the serving size was good and we enjoyed the food. The owner was also quite friendly and offered us a few free samples to taste. The second visit came when we tried to go to the Falafel Cafe down the street, only to find that it had closed, and the Lebanese restaurant that was replacing it wasn't yet open for business. This time, however, our experience wasn't as good. I got a sandwich that was fine, though not particularly interesting. My wife ordered a combo that came with "tomato and cucumber salad" as well as "pita chips and hummus" as the side. Well, that's what it said on the menu, anyway. It arrived with neither of those things, but with a side of fries instead. She asked about it, and the employee said that the tomato and cucumber salad tends to make the pita bread soft, so they leave it out now. He then said that he could being her a cup of it to try, which she agreed to. Nothing ever made it to the table, however, and no mention at all was made of the replacement of pita chips/hummus with french fries. Things happen, no big deal. If anything on the table had either of us saying, "We have to come back for this!" then things might have been different. As it stands though, even with the recent closing of several Mediterranean restaurants in the immediate area, there are still better options. Great garlic knots though. If you go, definitely get those.
(3)Maryam A.
Saw several coupons online thought I'd give it a try I called and they said we don't have those specials available we haven't had time to remove them. I asked if they would honor them and they said no even though the expiration date was till the end of this year. I won't even bother stepping foot in here.
(1)Emily M.
Their food tastes amazing. The chicken kebab I ordered with the greek salad was delicious. Their roasted vegetables were drenched in oil but were great nonetheless. The pita was fresh and my friend said the pizza is good, too. The prices are fair. It's a very casual restaurant- you seat yourself after you order. Overall, good food at a good price. I'm coming back here!
(4)Megan B.
This place is not nearly comparable to Hubbly Bubbly, another quick service Mediterranean restuarant that recently opened across town. Nar is a rip off, because instead of offering a buffet-style selection (think Chipotle), they try to upcharge you a couple bucks for every item you want to add in. Their standard offerings for all of their basic meals is bland and lackluster. The pita only comes with a slice of tomato, lettuce, and meat. Anything else will cost a minimum of 9.99 in their combo meal, which does allow you to add more items. Still, compare this to buying a pita at Hubby Bubbly for 5.99 where you get meat, hummus, and a ton of toppings. If you get falafel instead of meat, the price even drops to 4.99. I am not affiliated with Hubby Bubbly in any way (I just have delicious dreams about their falafel hummus bowls). I am using them as an example of a better competitor in the same cuisine style. Another huge reason Nar is inferior is that the guy behind the counter was not able to tell me which items were gluten free, nor was there an ingredient list available for reference. Seeing as this is a common dietary requirement, they need to get with the program!
(1)Fadi M.
Ate here last night for the first time. It was an amazing meal for an affordable price. I'm not from around here but ill fur sure come back when I'm in town.
(5)Michael V.
So one of the employees here came over to me when I was at World of Beers which was a different horrible experience all together. Apparently this World of Beers does not do food so the employee offered to deliver us food. We ordered a small Cheese pizza. I was surprised at how fast it came but when I opened the box I realized why. First off the pizza was not even cut so we sent it back. When they cut it, we took the first bit and I can only describe the pizza as White Bread with ketchup and cheese heated up in the microwave. I am from NY and I know I wont get, nor do I expect NY pizza here but this was worse than Pizza Hut. I am basing this on one experience of course but pizza is pretty simple so if you screw that up I can't imagine what you would do with more complicated Mediterranean dishes. I spent extensive time in Greece so I don't want to disappoint myself further. I'll pass on this and on this particular world of beers and go across town to the other one!
(1)Frank L.
I noticed that Nar recently opened while driving by one day, so I decided to try it out with a few coworkers. This is the old Extreme Pita. It has the same layout, but more of a modern feel to it. As you walk in the menu is posted above. It is basically a three step process. You pick the bowl or sandwich, choice of meet, and sides. They also serve pizza which I think is a bit odd for Mediterranean, but oh well. The food comes out pretty quickly. I ordered a wrap and the others ordered the plates with rice and meat on top. While mine was OK, it did not have a lot of meat in it, The "medi-plate", I think that is the name is the way to go. Al ll in all, I would recommend this place for lunch. The portions and food are average, and the food comes out quick. #Yelp100
(3)Gustavo P.
Food was great but we went at around 11pm and there was only one guy working. We placed our order and then someone else came in behind us and the guy couldn't get to our order because he was busy taking other people's orders. Not a bad place, I just wish we got the food faster.
(3)Susan M.
What a cute place. They decorated it so you feel like your in a cozy restaurant and not in a strip mall fast food place. Everyone was very nice and made sure I received a vegan meal. Tasty!!!!! everything was fresh as well. The pita bread is made fresh as well as the tahinni sauce. The falafel was not dry and had a zing to it!!!! I also felt the prices were fare.
(4)Ryan G.
Food here is mediocre. Nothing at all to write about. I've had my fair share of Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine, and this was disappointing. The cashier (younger guy) didn't want to take my AMEX because he said "their rates are too high." I asked for my card back and was about to walk out until he said "well hold on, let me try.. It my or may not go through the system" ... Weird... May or may not go though your credit card system? Obviously it worked but they cashier was lying to me and just being an idiot and didn't want to lose business. After tasting the food, my money would have been better spent elsewhere.
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