I've been going to LaLa's for over a year now, and it's about time I chime in with a review. Much like the restaurant, I'll keep this review simple. Suffice to say, there are few better deals around than the $5.99 Gyro at LaLa's. Choose from lamb, steak, or chicken; they're all excellent. Fresh ingredients, and the tzatziki is nice and thick. Open later than most places and conveniently located on Kennedy just west of Armenia. Look for their occasional coupon in the Flyer to save a buck or two.
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Kal M.
Walking in, I noticed lots of huge signs with less than appetizing food pictures on them and really bright florescent lights. So... this is not your place if you are looking for ambiance. Also, since when did gizzards become a Greek specialty? Ick. There are a couple small tables and you place your order at the counter and wait. Portions were big for the price. I got a chicken gyro and the chicken was bland and slightly suspect. Pita was light and fluffy. The guy behind the counter was very kind and the food came out very quickly. Overall, I'd say the food was "eh" and I'll probably stick to traveling to Tarpon Springs for authentic Greek food.
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Mark P.
Just no. If driving by it on Kennedy, keep on driving.
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Brian M.
Great value for To Go orders of $5 gyros, $7 Shishkabas, and $6 Greek salad. They also have wings, salads, and burgers for under $8 but I haven't tried those. They really should expand their Mediterranean food options. The decor is no frills and that of a typical fast food place. There is no table service or alcohol available. You place and pickup your order in the same spot. There are 5 small 2 person tables for dine in. Definitely not a place to take a date or large group of people. Their gyros are very large, well seasoned, and they offer good hot sauce to go with it. Conveniently located off Kennedy Blvd near Soho. If you want better Greek fast food you can go to Little Greece in Westshore Mall which is further away and doesn't offer to go orders. If you want a larger selection of Mediterranean food at a sit-down place with alcohol, I recommend Acropolis in ybor which is also not too close to the Soho Area. Parking can be limited during the day with several other businesses in the same business center. At night parking is never a problem. Everything is made fresh and usually doesn't take longer than 6-7 minutes! :)
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Mike L.
Ordered $40 worth of food for delivery which was mediocre at best and they failed to deliver one meal ...instead of just making chicken fingers they claimed I was lying ....can't wait until this bag of trash or "restaurant" is closed for dirty dining and horrendous customer service....It's not about the money but the utter lack of respect to me on the phone and having to tell a certain person they aren't getting their food AT ALL ....thanks a-hole
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Dan B.
Well, I usually like to say positive things about a place, not much to say here. Processed meat for the gyro, service was mediocre, atmosphere leaves much to be desired. No paper towels I. The restroom was indicative of the state of affairs. I will not be revisiting. Love gyros, nothing to live here.
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Sandra T.
I had Combo #5 today which was a gyro and 5 hot wings. The gyro was fresh and the hot wings were average. Zeko's off of Busch Blvd has better gyros though. But the food was decent, no complaints other than the restaurant being sketchy looking.
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John R.
This restaurant has only been open a month so I am baking that into the rating. PROS: -Affordable - most items range from $5 to $9 -Friendly staff CONS: -Fairly long wait time for lunch service -Out of both chicken wings and boneless (aka nugggets) wings LOCATION: Located in a small strip center on W Kennedy between Habana and Armenia. Parking is limited on the front side though more is available in the back. FOOD: Though "gyros" is prominently in the title, they maybe make up one half of the menu choices. Combo plates and chicken wings fill out most of the rest but there are individual pizza, sub, burger and salad choices, as well. I intended to order the gyro and chicken wing combo only to learn they were completely out of all their chicken products...odd...so I went with just a gyro/fries/drink combo ($7). Once the meal was ready, more on that later, I was pleased with the serving portions. The gyro was on the large side as was the order of fries. Unfortunately, for the gyro, quantity did not meet quality. The pita was both stale (dry and a bit brittle) and a little too toasted. It was noticeable enough to overshadow what were decent innards. The fries were also well-done but in this case it is how I prefer them and they were seasoned well. Drinks are only can & bottle soda/water. With missing chicken and overcooked pita, only 2 Stars for Food. SERVICE: On my lunch visit, there were 3 other diners - one with a large to-go order. I was greeted as soon as I walked in by the single employee behind the counter and he took my order pretty quickly. However, for a simple gyro and fries the wait time for my food was long for those conscious about their lunch hour. The service was friendly and polite though. On average, 3 for Service. VALUE: I think this is the strong point of the visit. The pizzas, subs, gyros and salads all come in under $7. The combo plates run from $5.5 - $9. Wings run form $5.25 (6pcs) to $19.99 (24 pcs). Being a little generous size despite the stale bread...4 Stars for Value. ATMOSPHERE: This restaurant is long and narrow with just 5 two-top tables so takeout orders are probably the expectation. It's not much to look at but clean. 3 Stars for Atmosphere. Even though I wasn't totally wow'd, I'd probably come back to try the wings and give the gyro another shot. Food: 6/10; Service: 8/10; Value: 9/10; Atmosphere: 6/10
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Michelle D.
My friend and I got 2 chicken gyros, and the 30 wings and fries deal. We both got the runs. Aside of the the gyros were plain, the wings were over cooked and the sauce was odd tasting, very sweet for a buffalo sauce. The fries were okay. I couldn't help but notice the open tub of chicken sitting in the sink, and the plastic bags full of what looked like to be chicken wings... I wish I had seen it before we got our order. Stay away.
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Josiah G.
Pretty much your run of the mill Americanized gyro. Nothing great, but not bad. The reasonable prices along with the friendly service bump it up a notch over local gyro places. Seems to be open late, but not sure how late because the guy behind the counter says he stays open as late as people keep coming in. He's a super nice guy, but it is hot as hell inside, so call ahead or wait outside.
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Albert H.
Saw the deal out front for 30 wings and fries for $20. The wing sauce had some heat and just a little hint of sweet, definitely heavy on the butter. Fries were good, bonus points for brown bagging em and keeping them crispy. Leaving it as a 3 star for now just bc I can't speak to the rest of the menu but great bang for buck with that wing deal.
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Chelsea S.
I think they are only open for dinner now. I'm pretty pleased with the Gyro. No better or worse than Salam's and I think the only thing they could do is make more interesting fires to distinguish themselves. Like curlys or something. I know it's not traditional but a way to stand out. I didn't have to wait at all and the gentleman who made my food brought it next door as I browsed the clothing store. Also I was less sketched out than I am when I go to Salam's. So kudos.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : Yes Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : No Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : No Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : No Caters : Yes
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Tony F.
I've been going to LaLa's for over a year now, and it's about time I chime in with a review. Much like the restaurant, I'll keep this review simple. Suffice to say, there are few better deals around than the $5.99 Gyro at LaLa's. Choose from lamb, steak, or chicken; they're all excellent. Fresh ingredients, and the tzatziki is nice and thick. Open later than most places and conveniently located on Kennedy just west of Armenia. Look for their occasional coupon in the Flyer to save a buck or two.
(4)Kal M.
Walking in, I noticed lots of huge signs with less than appetizing food pictures on them and really bright florescent lights. So... this is not your place if you are looking for ambiance. Also, since when did gizzards become a Greek specialty? Ick. There are a couple small tables and you place your order at the counter and wait. Portions were big for the price. I got a chicken gyro and the chicken was bland and slightly suspect. Pita was light and fluffy. The guy behind the counter was very kind and the food came out very quickly. Overall, I'd say the food was "eh" and I'll probably stick to traveling to Tarpon Springs for authentic Greek food.
(3)Mark P.
Just no. If driving by it on Kennedy, keep on driving.
(2)Brian M.
Great value for To Go orders of $5 gyros, $7 Shishkabas, and $6 Greek salad. They also have wings, salads, and burgers for under $8 but I haven't tried those. They really should expand their Mediterranean food options. The decor is no frills and that of a typical fast food place. There is no table service or alcohol available. You place and pickup your order in the same spot. There are 5 small 2 person tables for dine in. Definitely not a place to take a date or large group of people. Their gyros are very large, well seasoned, and they offer good hot sauce to go with it. Conveniently located off Kennedy Blvd near Soho. If you want better Greek fast food you can go to Little Greece in Westshore Mall which is further away and doesn't offer to go orders. If you want a larger selection of Mediterranean food at a sit-down place with alcohol, I recommend Acropolis in ybor which is also not too close to the Soho Area. Parking can be limited during the day with several other businesses in the same business center. At night parking is never a problem. Everything is made fresh and usually doesn't take longer than 6-7 minutes! :)
(3)Mike L.
Ordered $40 worth of food for delivery which was mediocre at best and they failed to deliver one meal ...instead of just making chicken fingers they claimed I was lying ....can't wait until this bag of trash or "restaurant" is closed for dirty dining and horrendous customer service....It's not about the money but the utter lack of respect to me on the phone and having to tell a certain person they aren't getting their food AT ALL ....thanks a-hole
(1)Dan B.
Well, I usually like to say positive things about a place, not much to say here. Processed meat for the gyro, service was mediocre, atmosphere leaves much to be desired. No paper towels I. The restroom was indicative of the state of affairs. I will not be revisiting. Love gyros, nothing to live here.
(2)Sandra T.
I had Combo #5 today which was a gyro and 5 hot wings. The gyro was fresh and the hot wings were average. Zeko's off of Busch Blvd has better gyros though. But the food was decent, no complaints other than the restaurant being sketchy looking.
(3)John R.
This restaurant has only been open a month so I am baking that into the rating. PROS: -Affordable - most items range from $5 to $9 -Friendly staff CONS: -Fairly long wait time for lunch service -Out of both chicken wings and boneless (aka nugggets) wings LOCATION: Located in a small strip center on W Kennedy between Habana and Armenia. Parking is limited on the front side though more is available in the back. FOOD: Though "gyros" is prominently in the title, they maybe make up one half of the menu choices. Combo plates and chicken wings fill out most of the rest but there are individual pizza, sub, burger and salad choices, as well. I intended to order the gyro and chicken wing combo only to learn they were completely out of all their chicken products...odd...so I went with just a gyro/fries/drink combo ($7). Once the meal was ready, more on that later, I was pleased with the serving portions. The gyro was on the large side as was the order of fries. Unfortunately, for the gyro, quantity did not meet quality. The pita was both stale (dry and a bit brittle) and a little too toasted. It was noticeable enough to overshadow what were decent innards. The fries were also well-done but in this case it is how I prefer them and they were seasoned well. Drinks are only can & bottle soda/water. With missing chicken and overcooked pita, only 2 Stars for Food. SERVICE: On my lunch visit, there were 3 other diners - one with a large to-go order. I was greeted as soon as I walked in by the single employee behind the counter and he took my order pretty quickly. However, for a simple gyro and fries the wait time for my food was long for those conscious about their lunch hour. The service was friendly and polite though. On average, 3 for Service. VALUE: I think this is the strong point of the visit. The pizzas, subs, gyros and salads all come in under $7. The combo plates run from $5.5 - $9. Wings run form $5.25 (6pcs) to $19.99 (24 pcs). Being a little generous size despite the stale bread...4 Stars for Value. ATMOSPHERE: This restaurant is long and narrow with just 5 two-top tables so takeout orders are probably the expectation. It's not much to look at but clean. 3 Stars for Atmosphere. Even though I wasn't totally wow'd, I'd probably come back to try the wings and give the gyro another shot. Food: 6/10; Service: 8/10; Value: 9/10; Atmosphere: 6/10
(3)Michelle D.
My friend and I got 2 chicken gyros, and the 30 wings and fries deal. We both got the runs. Aside of the the gyros were plain, the wings were over cooked and the sauce was odd tasting, very sweet for a buffalo sauce. The fries were okay. I couldn't help but notice the open tub of chicken sitting in the sink, and the plastic bags full of what looked like to be chicken wings... I wish I had seen it before we got our order. Stay away.
(1)Josiah G.
Pretty much your run of the mill Americanized gyro. Nothing great, but not bad. The reasonable prices along with the friendly service bump it up a notch over local gyro places. Seems to be open late, but not sure how late because the guy behind the counter says he stays open as late as people keep coming in. He's a super nice guy, but it is hot as hell inside, so call ahead or wait outside.
(3)Albert H.
Saw the deal out front for 30 wings and fries for $20. The wing sauce had some heat and just a little hint of sweet, definitely heavy on the butter. Fries were good, bonus points for brown bagging em and keeping them crispy. Leaving it as a 3 star for now just bc I can't speak to the rest of the menu but great bang for buck with that wing deal.
(3)Chelsea S.
I think they are only open for dinner now. I'm pretty pleased with the Gyro. No better or worse than Salam's and I think the only thing they could do is make more interesting fires to distinguish themselves. Like curlys or something. I know it's not traditional but a way to stand out. I didn't have to wait at all and the gentleman who made my food brought it next door as I browsed the clothing store. Also I was less sketched out than I am when I go to Salam's. So kudos.
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