This new restaurant in the Mosaic District offers Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisine, featuring a variety of spreads, kebabs, and mixed grills. We ordered the mixed grill, which included a beef steak skewer, chicken (shish taouk), ground chicken (koobideh), and ground beef (kofta), all served over house bread and rice. The meats were flavorful but a bit on the dry side. However, the condiments really elevated the dish — especially the toum, a creamy garlic sauce that added an incredible burst of flavor to each bite. The harissa and tahini were also nice complements. The salad was fresh and delicious, balancing the meal nicely. For dessert, we tried the Dubai cake. It was decent, though slightly dry, much like the kebabs. Overall, the flavors were good, but we’d love to see juicier kebabs next time — there’s definitely potential here.
NAJA Mediterranean
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This new restaurant in the Mosaic District offers Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisine, featuring a variety of spreads, kebabs, and mixed grills. We ordered the mixed grill, which included a beef steak skewer, chicken (shish taouk), ground chicken (koobideh), and ground beef (kofta), all served over house bread and rice. The meats were flavorful but a bit on the dry side. However, the condiments really elevated the dish — especially the toum, a creamy garlic sauce that added an incredible burst of flavor to each bite. The harissa and tahini were also nice complements. The salad was fresh and delicious, balancing the meal nicely. For dessert, we tried the Dubai cake. It was decent, though slightly dry, much like the kebabs. Overall, the flavors were good, but we’d love to see juicier kebabs next time — there’s definitely potential here.
As a vegetarian there are good options. I went for restaurant week lunch and ordered the Havuc (pretty good), falafel sandwich (pretty good) served with fries (very good!) and the Dubai choc cake. Also tried the baba ganush which was pretty good as well. The bread served with the dips is great. Overall it was good, a lil on the bland side, extremely extremely slow service. I waited about 10 mins for somebody to bring me something to make my falafel wrap less dry. I had the zhoug and some red pepper mixture but they don't carry hot sauce which would have elevated the falafel wrap. You would also think serving fries they would ask if I wanted ketchup but nope. They dropped off food and never came to ask if we needed anything. Also just mind blowing they don't carry hot sauce... I'd rec trying it out but not sure it's a go to place for me.
As a vegetarian there are good options. I went for restaurant week lunch and ordered the Havuc (pretty good), falafel sandwich (pretty good) served with fries (very good!) and the Dubai choc cake. Also tried the baba ganush which was pretty good as well. The bread served with the dips is great. Overall it was good, a lil on the bland side, extremely extremely slow service. I waited about 10 mins for somebody to bring me something to make my falafel wrap less dry. I had the zhoug and some red pepper mixture but they don't carry hot sauce which would have elevated the falafel wrap. You would also think serving fries they would ask if I wanted ketchup but nope. They dropped off food and never came to ask if we needed anything. Also just mind blowing they don't carry hot sauce... I'd rec trying it out but not sure it's a go to place for me.
I celebrated my birthday with a lunch at NAJA with my friends, and I was absolutely blown away by the experience. From the moment we walked in, everyone was kind. They went above and beyond to make my day special. I brought small flower bouquets as party favors for my friends, and the staff was kind enough to bring out vases to hold them for us during our time. It was such a thoughtful, unexpected touch! On top of that they offered my meal on the house. I am so touched by their kindness! The food….everything was fantastic. You can tell they use fresh ingredients. Everything we ordered tasted delicious! We got the kibbeh, which was bomb, and some amazing falafel. I also had a Caesar salad that was super good, and all the dishes were so satisfying. I left feeling so happy and well cared for. We will definitely be back!