YEMEN 🇾🇪 Eat the World NYC review: Despite the fact that patrons inside Hemo's are usually families and pairs of men chatting while eating burgers and fries, the "juice bar" aspect becomes apparent when you check out the extensive list of some 150 juice options. Just about any combination of fruits and vegetables can be done here, and the blender is constantly humming as people come and go. This is one of two locations of the young franchise now open in Bay Ridge, with another in the Van Nest section of the Bronx.
Posters of the shop's favorites line the windows and give the feel of a fast food joint, with burgers, chicken sandwiches, and Philly cheesesteaks. Customers maintaining a halal diet have seen a growing number of options available in recent years to cater to their desires to eat "traditional" foods of the United States. The Yemeni proprietors of Hemo's Spot seem very tuned into this demand and have quite a bit to offer.
A small araisy will set you back $5 when ordered on its own, while the upgrade to the fakfakhina with ice cream is another $2. Sandwiched between layers of nuts, dried fruit, and berry syrup lives a cold mango yogurt and a combination of delicious sweetnesses. These "cocktails" are refreshing and wildly popular on the Arabian peninsula and in Egypt, each proprietor will have a different recipe. If you have heard this name before but not seen the cocktail, this may be because it is so popular that hookah lounges often have this flavor in their menu...
Read moreDisappointing Experience
I recently visited this place with high hopes, but unfortunately, the overall experience was extremely disappointing. The customer service was the worst I've encountered; the workers displayed a terrible attitude and were exceptionally rude. Even when my companion and I placed the same order, they failed to provide separate servings.
To add to the disappointment, the food was served cold, giving the impression that it was pre-prepared. Upon expressing my concerns to the cashier, their response was shockingly rude. The lack of professionalism and customer care was truly disheartening.
Moreover, the price point does not align with the quality of both the food and service. It's quite expensive for what is offered, making the overall value proposition unsatisfactory.
Additionally, the cleanliness of the dining area was subpar. The table we were seated at was noticeably dirty, and the lack of attention to basic cleanliness only adds to the negative impression.
Unfortunately, this experience has left a lasting negative impression, and I have no plans to return. I hope this review provides an honest reflection of my encounter, and I encourage the management to address these issues for the benefit of...
Read moreTheir fried chicken burger was quite tasty and reasonably priced for a halal restaurant. The shakes were really tasty, with the perfect consistency, which is no surprise since this place specializes in halal drinks.
Wait times were reasonable as well despite that there were other customers present as well. The place was clean and has indoor and outdoor seating. All in all, a...
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