Ephesus Mediterranean Grill — Restaurant in Texas

This is a small and cozy place, very friendly atmosphere. The interior style and the Turkish music playing in the background made me feel like I’m in Turkey. The staff is very kind and the service they gave was amazing.

The complimentary bread was fresh. It was crunchy on the outside, very soft and hot from the inside. I got Ciger (Beef Liver) as the hot appetizer, it came with cut onions and lemon. It tasted fresh and flavorful (I would say in the top 3 comparing to other Turkish restaurants in Houston area). As soon as I finished with my appetizer, they brought my main meal which was a Mix Grill. The Mix Grill could use more salt but overall I was impressed. The Beef Kebab and the Ground Beef Kebab was very tasty. The Beef Kebab was very soft and it was cooked perfectly. They Gyro was very fresh, it seemed like they just cut it for me. The Chicken Kebab is what surprised me a lot. It was marinated very good, it was very soft and juicy.

The service was really good. They helped as soon as I sat down. They brought the complimentary bread right away. Helped me with the menu, answered few questions. They would come and take the empty plates as soon as I pit them aside. Great service, food came out fast and fresh, and the price was very reasonable.

Overall my experience here was amazing. I really...

Our first time, it was a quiet Saturday. We ordered a bottle of pinot grigio which was quite nice and reasonably priced, they also provided chilled glasses--a nice touch. We ordered a sampler of five appetizers: Hummus (good), babagannus (good), grape leaves (appeared to be canned but good), feta cheese, tabuli ("parsley salad"--not much cracked wheat but good). Served with generous amounts of pita, everyone enjoyed them. The chicken kabob was delicious, well marinated, grilled, tender and tasty. The lamb kabob not so much---it was overcooked, dry and on the tough side, the only disappointment. The rice was very good--fluffy, decently seasoned. The pickled cabbage was tasty, the white onion didn't have any bite at all and the roasted tomato and bell pepper all made a nice accompaniment to the meats. Not pictured: A small shepherd's salad (diced tomatoes and cucumbers) that was dressed with a very good vinaigrette that was not too sweet or too tart---it was perfect and I was sorry to finish it. For desert we shared a very good kazandibi which I enjoyed with a cup of the proverbial thick as mud Turkish coffee. The waitstaff was attentive and cordial, we had a very nice experience for a small restaurant nestled in a strip center and I think...

What a hidden gem! From the moment you walk in, it feels like you are in a Turkish household! The atmosphere is inviting, the staff is friendly, warm, and welcoming, and the food is absolutely spectacular!

We started with an order of Baba Ganoush. It was so flavorful. It was served with fresh warm pita, and the combination was extraordinary. Each bite felt like I was eating a dish whose recipe had been passed down for generations. Next, we had the mixed grill with the Shepards Salad. There were a few different kinds of meat, and each one was just as good as the next. Cooked to perfection, juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. The grilled veggies that came with it were also so fresh and extremely good. The Shepherd Salad was fresh, light, and refreshing, especially on a hot summer day! It was just what we needed. This meal was perfect.

For dessert, homemade baklava. One of the best ones i've ever had. It is highly recommended. Plus, you didn't feel guilty eating this as a dessert.

All in all, this meal transported us thousands of miles to Turkey. We highly enjoyed our experience, and learned a lot about Turkish history from our wonderful host. I cannot recommend this place enough, and we will most certainly be...