Melissa Donnelly
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I never thought I would love a taco that wasn't Mexican. Truly.
For the last few months, I've been working my way slowly through the menu at Fast Eddy's. Why slowly? Because each time I try something new, it's my new favorite and I have to have it a few more times before I try something else. They have so many amazing menu items and I'm not even halfway through the menu.
Today I'm enjoying my new favorite, the Karrada Chicken tacos. They're one of three different tacos under their Baghdad Street Tacos. They are so flavorful and fresh tasting. I wasn't sure how'd I'd feel about the combination of ingredients, but one thing Fast Eddy's knows best is how to combine flavors and they did not disappoint.
Now let me tell you about some other things that Fast Eddy's knows best:
1) They know how to deliver a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. For real, I've never experienced the level of customer service that I find is Fast Eddy's, not in any city I've ever lived in. After a few visits, you'll even feel like you're part of the extended family.
2) They know their menu inside and out and never fail to answer questions or make suggestions based on your likes/dislikes. It can be difficult at first to choose with such a diverse menu of unique items, but they will help you and you will love the food. Once you're a regular, it will still be difficult to choose because everything is so good!
3) I think anyone 40+ remembers the chorus and theme song for the TV show Cheers:
"Sometimes you wanna go
Where everybody knows your name"
Well guess what? Once they learn your name at Fast Eddy's....they don't forget you and greet you by name on every visit.
4) Fast Eddy's has a fun environment with a rock theme. The decor and memorabilia is pretty cool, and I spot something new every time I visit. Because the kitchen is open to the dining room and the bar overlooks the kitchen, you can sometimes feel as if you're sitting in their family kitchen, visiting and enjoying a family meal, while everyone banters like family.
5) Their menu is outstanding, full of family recipes as well as unique, middle eastern twists on American food. They have it all, from tasty and unique appetizers to flavorful soups and stews to ginormous grill plates, and more. I kid you not. They also have mouthwatering sandwiches, fresh salads, and the best curry ever. And there's so much that I haven't even tried yet.
6) I've never had better baklava. Ever. Buttery, light and flaky, and an amazing flavor and not too sweet. They make it fresh in house. You can't go wrong ordering it for dessert.
So if you've been looking for a reason to try Fast Eddy's, stop waiting. You now have six good reasons. Just go.