I go into each new restaurant with an open mind to all aspects: ambiance, hospitality, and of course the food. This place has it all. I am Italian and I love food, but not just Italian, all food. But for some reason I have never had the Mediterranean cuisine that this place served so I felt like I was reading the menu in a different language. What sets this place apart is that the owner, Ilan, actually came to our table without even asking and helped us with our selection. I wouldve taken FOREVER without a suggestion, especially from the owner. And what I liked the most is he didn't just spit out the most expensive dish, he gave me his honest answer. The falafels, amazing. The rib eye dish, tender, juicy and flavorful.\r
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But lets not forget about Lauren (the owners wife) who I cannot say enough good things about. She made us feel like a local regular even though it was our first time visiting. If it wasn't so busy I wish I could've offered to have her sit down and have a glass of wine with us. She was a great conversationalist, but I knew she had to get to her other guests.\r
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So not only is the food good, but the service is top notch, and the owners are on the floor and not absent. This was my first time there, and it most certainly will not be my last. Thank you Ilan and Lauren.
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