Ansari's Mediterranean Grill & Craft Beer Lounge — Restaurant in Eagan

I recently revisited Ansari Mediterranean Grill in Eagan after a long hiatus, and I must say, the experience was nothing short of delightful. The restaurant offers a perfect blend of delectable Mediterranean cuisine, inviting ambiance, and exceptional service.

The outdoor seating during the summer months adds a charming touch to the dining experience. The decor is tastefully done, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. We were pleasantly surprised by the quick and attentive service from the staff.

Our server played a pivotal role in enhancing our dining experience by helping us navigate the menu and suggesting the perfect dishes. We opted for the "Taste of Jerusalem" platter, a culinary journey that featured kababs, a refreshing salad, spicy hummus, and freshly baked bread. The gyro on this platter was exceptional, with a perfect balance of flavors.

A delightful surprise awaited us with the Saganaki, a flaming greek cheese dish served with bread. The unique presentation and rich flavors made this dish an instant favorite, and we couldn't resist finishing every last bit.

While Ansari Mediterranean Grill may not be a dedicated burger joint, I decided to try the gyro burger. It was good, considering the specialty of the restaurant lies in Mediterranean cuisine. As expected, the highlight of the evening was the chicken gyro garlic pasta ordered by my wife—truly exceptional and a testament to the diverse and flavorful offerings on the menu.

One noteworthy aspect that stood out for us was the inclusion of chicken gyro on their menu, adding a delightful twist to traditional options.

In conclusion, our dinner at Ansari Mediterranean Grill was a culinary delight. The well-curated menu, exceptional service, and inviting ambiance made for a memorable evening. Whether you're a fan of classic Mediterranean dishes or looking to explore something new and exciting, Ansari Mediterranean Grill is a definite winner. We left the restaurant satisfied, with our taste buds still savoring the flavors of a fantastic...

I want to start off by saying there are thing to like about this business....like....It looks to be a FAMILY RUN BUSINESS!!! (Big plus for me!!!!) The staff was very friendly! They have a lot of beers in tap! And some of the food was very good! I am not normally a "buffet" guy...but a family member picked it for "Mother's day brunch"...and the buffet was....ok....They had some sauteed vegetables that were amazing! The food was always stocked and was to temp....but there were some shortfalls that bothered me..... I am not sure how much of the food was made from scratch....the pita bread had to have been "store bought"....and the gyro meat looked to have been boxed meat they finished on a grill? Both in my opinion huge "no-no's" when servings Mediterranean food! If you don't have a vertical rotisserie....you are not a Mediterranean restaurant! The meat was fine....but they didn't even have tomatoes to accompany the meat....(maybe a supply issue? In this market it could have been....) The kabobs looked to be from scratch but were VERY salty! There was some "American food" options as well (eggs...bacon.... cheese hash browns) and I had SMALL portions of them just to get a taste....and they were fine.... Finally...there was the bill....we knew the price before hand...and understand that for "Mother's Day" the price may be inflated...but when our bill came....they added 20% for a required tip as we had six people at our table! 20% for a buffet? On already inflated prices? Our service was fine....and I know there are plenty of restaurants fighting to stay in business....but 20% required tip for a buffet is just not right..... Who knows....we may be back...the food was overall....good! People at our table stated they enjoyed it....but I will pay close attention to what I order asking questions like "is this made from scratch in house?"...when we go....and how many we have in...

Ive now been to Ansari's a number of times. Over all this place is pretty good. I would give it 5 stars, but they've got a few things going for them that I'm not a fan of.

The atmosphere here is great. Although it's a split between a restaurant and a bar(There are plenty of happy hour goers here), they've got a leg up with belly dancers and performances on a stage in the middle of the restaurant. Since it is a bar, it can be quite loud. During the summer they have an outdoor patio which is quite large with general seating on one side and hooka on the other.

Staff is friendly and I can't think of a time I've had poor service. The restaurant itself is quite clean and well taken care of, and there is an assortment of treats and stuff you can pick up on your way out.

Food is good, and fairly reasonably priced. But they've got this really weird thing where they dont give you actual pita bread (more on this later) or a reasonable amount of tzatziki sauce. For some really bizarre reason..they cut the pita bread into 4 pieces when you order something like the Gyro Dinner. They'll also only give you a small amount of tzatziki sauce with your gyro order. What's even more strange about this is that if you order the gyro meal (This is the 4 person gyro meal they've got) to go, they'll give you an entire quart of sauce and only 4 slices of pita bread...