Ali Baba Mediterranean — Restaurant in Richardson

We've been regular customers of Ali Baba since they were on lower Greenville Ave in an 8 or 9 table restaurant and standing room only. The wait would often exceed 2 hrs, but it was so well worth the time. I believed in them so much I did their original website in 2000-ish when they moved to Preston @ Frankford.

We've also made the mistake of trying several other middle eastern restaurants and have never been pleased. My husband and I joke that we're cheating on Ali Baba.

We've moved to Denton and still visit their Richardson restaurant every few weeks. What we truly appreciate is knowing that every time the food will taste the same as it did on every visit prior. Quality produce and fresh ingredients are the key!

There are the staples: baba ghanouj, hummus, tabouli, gyro/shwarma, falafel, grilled chicken, chicken kufta, cauliflower, moussaka, curry chicken, beef kufta, soft warm pita and rice, accompanied by tahini, tzatziki, garlic sauce, mana'eesh, spanikooira, kousa mashi, kibbe, grilled and steamed vegetables, olives, waraq'ainab/dolmas/stuffed grape leaves, soup, assorted condiments and salads, as well as rice pudding.

Their dinner menu has a mezza platter--an assortment of baba ghanouj, tabouli and hummus. Their chicken, beef and lamb kabobs are phenomenal. Also, a light layered phyllo pastry with an assortment of nuts--baklava.

The restaurant and bathrooms are well maintained, the wait staff is prompt to clean and bus a table and are attentive to removing plates we've finished with or bringing another napkin, silverware or a to-go cup--delivered with a smile.

The cashiers are the owner's sons and I've watched them grow from young boys into fine young men that are wonderful stewards of their parent's legacy--Ali Baba. Customer service, patience and a smile are great assets and displayed abundantly at the restaurant. I'm certain their parents are equally proud of them. So well worth the wait, the drive and the price.

This is where we bring our friends and guests that visit. Great job, Ali Baba. Here's to your...

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Alibaba Restaurant in Dallas, and I must say, it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The highlight of my visit was undoubtedly the outstanding service provided by Amanda, our waiter for the evening.

From the moment I stepped through the door, Amanda greeted me with a warm smile and made me feel right at home. Her attentiveness throughout the meal was unparalleled, and she went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of our dining experience was perfect.

I opted for the saffron chicken with falafel as a side, and I was blown away by the flavors and presentation of the dish. Each bite was a burst of authentic Middle Eastern flavors, expertly prepared by the talented kitchen staff at Alibaba Restaurant.

What truly set this dining experience apart was Amanda’s exceptional service. Her friendly demeanor, attention to detail, and genuine passion for hospitality were evident in every interaction. She anticipated our needs before we even had to ask and made us feel like valued guests throughout the entire meal.

Overall, Alibaba Restaurant exceeded my expectations in every way possible. The combination of delicious food and unparalleled service, thanks to Amanda, made for a truly memorable dining experience. I can’t wait to return and indulge in more of their delectable dishes while enjoying the same level of exceptional service.

A heartfelt thank you to Amanda and the entire team at Alibaba Restaurant for making my visit truly...

I came across this place as a highly recommended Mediterranean buffet in DFW. Before this, we have been keeping to Demassi's for the most part, and while we love it, I always felt that there could be even better options around. However, after visiting Alibaba, I came out satisfied that my preference of Demassi's is very much justified! For a very slightly higher lunch buffet price ($25 per person in Alibaba, vs $24 in Demassi's), the food in Alibaba was not particularly tasty, with the possible exception of the Baba Ghanouj, which was really good. Other than that, the salads were too sour and watery, the falafels were too dry/hard, and the spanakopita was oily. In addition, the food choices were much more limited than what you would find at Dimassi's (where they have multiple hummus flavors, multiple rice choices, great falafels, fresh salads, and have at least 5 choices for dessert, plus multiple non-standard drinks and ice cream). Finally, all the Dimassi's locations that I have been to are very spacious and have never felt crowded despite having a lot of traffic. Alibaba, in contrast, had a 10 min wait and then there were lines for every station. You also need to move sideways and carefully in several places with food in your hands to make sure there are no accidental bumps. Overall, not a very pleasant experience, and considering the price and alternatives, I do not see myself...