Fattoush Cafe

I am going to absolutely miss this place. I had the Fattoush super dish. Generous portion of everything. Meat is not dry, well seasoned and marination is perfect. The lamb and beef is donair like texture which is absolutely fine. I am glad I went to this place before flying back north. This is a must go place and an incredible treat. So sad to part ways.

Ordered delivery because I was in town for a conference and WOW! It’s really nice! The baklava was still warm on delivery and the salad was stacked to the brim. Huge portions, great food.

Absolutely FANTASTIC!!! The potatoes are my new favorite! My Son had the Gyro Sandwich that didn’t really make it out of the parking lot! See for yourself… ASAWRWB

My dad was passing through town, and we wanted to get dinner somewhere convenient. I told him I had never been here before but wanted to try it; the reviews mention vegan items. I could tell once we entered the short line of customers that each dish was prepared with care and presentation, regardless of dine-in or take-out. I got a Falafel Plate, and as I asked for no dairy items (I wasn't sure if it came with cheese), I was told that the dish comes vegan. The only vegan sauce is the spicy one; apparently, the plain version isn't popular enough to prepare an entire batch. I ended up really enjoying the sauce (the image does not picture it, but I poured it over the falafel). My spice tolerance isn't very high, but it was pleasant and woke me up. Overall, the food was fantastic, our service was wonderful, and my dad and I had a great catch-up dinner. I'm sure I'll be back again soon.

It's all about the food, simple, fast, and made with great heart. There's just lamb/beef gyros meat, chicken shawarma, or vegetarian falafel, served as sandwiches or plates with warm pitas, yellow rice, salad, and the creamiest hummus I've ever had the pleasure of eating. It's a one man show, and he makes everything and does it with pride and great practice and skill. Super generous helpings. He was also kind enough to give us bottles of water when we were too dumb to order them instead of assuming he'd have water cups to give us. The prices are great too.

A really stellar authentic Greek experience. We shared the sampler, a gyro, moussaka and an order of fries and grape leaves. Everything was fresh, really impressive experience.

Have been wanting to try this place since I saw them on Diners, Drives & Dives and the food was ABSOLUTELY wonderful but the hospitality was AMAZING. Owner was friendly, engaging and had such positive energy. Will be back every time I visit Nashville.

What a friendly spot! First time, and felt like I was being served by friends. And of course, the food was AMAZING! 🤩❤️👏🏼🥳 Got a couple of sampler platters, both beef and chicken along with some dolmathes and falafel. The hummus was SO SMOOTH and perfect. 🤩 And the baklava was SO good we got 10 pieces to go for extra and to pass along to friends. Best I’ve ever had. Had something special to it. ❤️

Nothing has changed since I was last here 3 years ago! The owner is still the nicest most welcoming person I've ever met and the FOOD is outstandingly!

A wonderful Mediterranean lunch spot! I'd passed the Fattoush Cafe hundreds of times and I'd seen it on DDD, but I'd never visited. Today, I went for lunch. The atmosphere and the menu have changed from the previous Yelp postings. Maybe ownership has changed, but the menu is much smaller. Or, maybe that's just for lunch. I ordered the Mixed Pocket Sandwich Meal. The mixed sandwich is served in a large pita with chicken, beef, lamb, tabbouleh, tomatoes, and tzatziki sauce. The meal included fries and a drink. This was a huge meal. The sandwich was large and over stuffed with meat and toppings. I appreciated the meat being on the bottom and on top and on the bottom, making it easy to make every bite tasty and delicious. The seasoned crinkle-cut fries were flavorful and needed no ketchup. The order of fries was bigger than a large order of fries from any fast food place. It was a wonderful lunch and I plan to return soon. The restaurant was clean and had lots of seating. The staff were efficient and friendly.

Horrible, gruff service. Is this supposed to be cute. Tons of food, but quality is average. Why the good reviews? Did not really like anything about this place. Ordering was so complicated and the attitude. Ill go somewhere else thank you.

Came on an afternoon and it was pretty busy. Not a ton of parking in the lot so if they are super busy might be tough to park. Gyro was excellent, better than the schwarma. Id get the gyro over that if you go. I thought the schwarma was solid. Fries were okay, I personally wouldnt order that again. I also got baklava which was excellent.

Good food, but don't say you are open at 10am and not have food ready till almost 11am. The owner didn't even mention that it would take that long to make.

Delish lamb gyro. Super nice people. Gave me a free baklava because I mentioned it's my first time. So sweet of them!!

Great service, I was on my lunch break in the area and had a craving for gyros. They were super generous with the portion sizes and food was good.

I love Fattoush! The owner is very involved with the business, which I love to see! Great quality meat, cooked well and delicious! They are generous with the meat portions - yay! I haven't gone there for dinner, just for lunch during the week and the two times that I've gone it's pretty quite and mellow.

Very good Mediterranean food. The hummus is especially good. The owner and cook is really friendly and cool. Definitely a good spot to check out.

Amazing food for a good quantity and price! We got the chicken shawarma plate with yellow rice and the beef/lamb gyro plate with upside down rice which both came with a salad, pita bread, and sauces. The upside down rice (only available Fridays) had potatoes and chicken cooked into it and was so flavorful. The meats were tender and spiced very well. Everything was spectacular, and the owner was very friendly and loaded up our plates. A lot of seating to dine in too. Will definitely be coming here again!

I came across this place looking for lunch earlier in the week while working from home. I had a hankering for some lamb and this place delivered! The guy at the counter was nice. Although it took a little while to pay, I didn't mind the wait as I had some time on my hands. There are seats on the inside if you want to sit and eat or watch whatever is on the tv that they have. I was more comfortable eating at home so I just took it to go. The shawarma was juicy and the sauce was not overpowering. I blinked twice and before I knew it, I finished it. Next time I'll try the gyro as that also looked good. I will be returning!

Food was really good, place was kinda suspect. Portions were great enough that we had to take home and have a second meal but the establishment lacked in all aspects

The taste of the food was very good. The pricing initially seems expensive, but the amount of food is appropriate for the price. If we lived in Nashville, I would be a regular customer.

The food here is good but not worth the price. And our experience was terrible. There was no menu, when we asked for a menu the cashier yelled at us (actual raised voice yell) and pointed to the screens behind him, which had 1 photo. No QR code to scan either. We ordered the 1 item we saw a photo of and were verbally accosted when asking follow up questions or requesting modifications. It's an order at the counter and takeout or sit down vibe.

The restaurant gives super local vibes with the tables and ambiance. I ordered one of the bigger dishes so that I could get a sampling of everything. The portions are HUGE with being able to be split into 2-3 meals, which makes sense with the cost being 20+. Everything was very tasty, but I would probably stick to the chicken or gyro meat if I came back.

It's ok. The food was ok. I sat near the wall to enjoy my order. I only had two complaints. The first one is the food. It said combo but I had to add a drink. Which really isn't a combo. The second is the smell. It must been where I sat to eat. I smelled an over abundance of a dirty bathroom. Seems the bathroom wasn't fully enclosed. Therefore any of the smells would flow out into the dining room. Eww. I can say I tried it once. I will not be back. Again, I had an ok experience.

Amazinggg food and amazinggg service. The man working was so nice and accommodating. A great place to support local food in Nashville and get away from the tourist scene. So tasty!

The absolute best shawarma in town. No sorry, in the country. I mean it. The amount of chicken in the pita is insanely enormous. You have to try it.

Amazing food & amazing customer service ! Thank you Visiting from Phoenix Arizona & this has to be some of the best food I've eaten in this trip!

Our family was traveling through Nashville, and we just so happened to be going by a place we saw on Food Network. The owner was the only one working because his help didn't show up. But he still had a system and was getting out the food as fast as he could. When we got ours, it was delicious! The Sample Platter had rice, hummus, salad, grape-leaf wrapped sides, plenty of pita, and chicken and lamb. The baklava was very good too!

The classic Greek style restaurant. The staff is always friendly, and inviting and willing to serve whenever you are ready. Located right off the side of a pretty busy street, they have an inviting atmosphere. They just invite you to stay as long as you want. The food is 10 out of 10, and they are willing to fix or redo anything that you think is not good. This is a restaurant 19 at least once a month and I suggest you do the same.

This is the second time visiting and worst result from before. First is the wait time of 45 Minutes to get your food as he served the sandwich ordered customers before plated customers even if they came in after you. Second I was over charged for extra items that I did not order but started he gave me on the house. charged $22 dollars for a sample platter (menu board $18) and $17+ for mixed plate $14+). Please double check your receipt if you visit. Only pros: Decent portions but not as flavorful as others. Sorry but I will not be going back nor recommending.

A little confusing but the food was all good. They were very slow and it was real how inside. The order was a little mixed up and the tabouli salad wasn't right.

The flavor was lacking and I concur that the pricing seems to be whatever he decides and not what's on the board. It was a large plate of food however the lack of flavor makes it an eat to live situation.

Food is fresh, healthy and delicious! Tons of flavor. Great service, family owned inviting place.

Oh my goodness. Amazing! Combo plate was everything on a plate. I want to live at this place! Clean friendly fun and fabukous!

First time visit but not my last. I asked for a salad with gyro meat and the owner suggested chicken instead. The portions were huge and the chicken was outstanding. I bet there was four chopped up chicken thighs on my salad. Highly recommend, owner is super nice and the food is really good.

Pricing scam! Based on other reviewers it's been happening for at least two years. Conveniently the menu on the TVs was out so they told us to use their menu online. Like others have stated, the price online and what is rung up is dramatically different. My meat salad (salad with gyro meat on top) shows $5.99 small/$9.16 large online but when I ordered a small was charged $14.99. Small hummus is $7.32 online and rang up $9.99. All total my salad, my husband's lamb shawarma, a side of hummus, two drinks and a baklava was $50; almost double what we were expecting. We paid and looked at the receipt and realized what had happened. When we asked the owner about he said the menu online hadn't been updated since covid and blamed it on the restaurant owner. To "make up for the difference" he gave me $5 from the register (I paid with card) and before we left wanted to give me another gyro salad to go. Something scammy is going on here. Beware that you'll be overcharged! This is a huge disappointment since I went here before I moved to the west side and loved it. I hadn't been back since before covid. We won't be back.

I wasn't feeling well, but was craving something semi-healthy to eat for dinner. I asked my husband to go here. I ordered the fattoush super dish, while my husband got the combo gyros. It was delicious. The meat was tender, the hummus flavorful, the rice was my favorite. I enjoyed the salad as well. I wasn't a big fan of the sauces, but my husband enjoyed it. I found the falafel to be a bit dry, but I still ate it. I look forward to coming here again with my husband to try other dishes!

If this was Lebanese food, then I'm a Greek fisherman! Food was ok but nothing distinctively Lebanese. It's a gyros place With some very standard mid-Eastern desserts. Very disappointing

nice environment. the owner/workers are warm and welcoming. I got a lamb gyro it was good. I really wanted to try the lentil soup I went there a bit early so it wasn't ready yet, so I'll try to come back for that.

Great food! Great atmosphere! Loved the family. Definitely will be back next time visiting Nashville. 100% worth trying!!!

Okay, wow. This place was recommended to me from a friend. It. Was. Incredible. GO HERE. EAT HERE. My fiancé and I had just spent a few hours walking around Broadway, checking out the scene like tourists. We were finally starving, where you can feel your stomach starting to cave and your mood begins to dip from fun to "ugh". We arrived at Fattoush's and it was pretty quiet. A few regular customers -- and then, from behind the plexiglass, Fattoush himself emerged like a god of ancient stories and times. We stood diligently in front of the glass and watched him prepare the other people's orders. My fiancé said to Fattoush, "I'll have what that guy ordered." He was drooling at a giant plate of food. Fattoush said, "This? I'm not even finished," and proceeded to pile even more food on. When it came my turn, I order the combo pocket thing. It was an extremely religious moment watching him prepare it; watching him drizzling on the sauce made my knees weak. We took the food back, and this is where the review gets even crazier. Up until now we had only been WATCHING him prepare the food and we were in awe. Finally we sank our teeth into it. And to this portion I say, unfortunately, that words DO not describe. I've heard a similar sentiment about viewing the Grand Canyon. Some things you just have to experience firsthand. And those things will change you and stick with you. GO TO THIS RESTAURANT. Better yet, speak to him while he prepares your food. The fries will redefine your definition of good living. You will make a mess unashamed. You will walk out, gut bulging from the lip of your pants, and you will have to live with the knowledge of your experience -- an experience only fellow Fattoush Cafe customers will understand.

Fattoush cafe was delicious and an amazing experience! Our group of 11 loved everything. A must try

Loved the chicken Shawarma. I asked them to make my shawarma a little bit spicier so that was even better. Got a side of spicy fries too. Delicious.

Some of the best food, kindest manager, and most relaxed interior I can say I have the pleasure of experiencing. Do a favor to yourself, and stop on by, then ask for the chicken shawarma

I had seen this place on DDD and I pass by it every day. Today I stopped in. What a great experience from the owners preparing the food and very engaged and excellent customer service! The food was also amazing. I had the combination plate and so much food and very tasty. Stop in you won't be disappointed!

Very cozy local place. Highly recommended! Read the reviews.. tried it out... even though it was "out of my way'.. good choice, really fresh food prepared as you wait! Worth the drive.. very clean and very friendly!

We stopped in for lunch and got the Chicken Shawarma plate and the lamb and beef plate. Overall the food was fresh and tasted great. However, the total bill was a bit much and didn't include any hummus with the pita and the salad simply had feta without any olive oil or dressing to spice it up. The portions were generous and enjoyable. However the high price was my only gripe.

Had a late lunch after appointment! Cafe was recommended by a friend. Staff was so friendly and helpful with samples of unfamiliar foods! The meal was wonderful with fresh cooked meats and tasty sides! Very comfortable and friendly,

Loved this place. The owner/cook is amazing. Such a friendly man. We went right as they were closing which I felt so bad about, but he gave us excellent service and even offered us free drinks. The food was AMAZING the Dolma was fantastic! I could eat them all day. For my main I got the gyro. My only issue is I have never been a fan of gyros that come in a pita pocket I feel like since it's put in layers it's hard to get a bite of everything at once, I much prefer when a gyro is in a wrap form to evenly distribute the ingredients. With that being said I thought the meat was seasoned and cooked perfectly and the vegetables were fresh. Yelp says that the place is 1 sign but some of the dishes could be put as $$ especially when it comes to the mains and appetizers. The sandwiches though are very inexpensive.

Awesome unsuspecting middle eastern spot hidden right outside downtown Nashville. I had one of the plates and the portion was huge and the food was absolutely delicious. The gyro meat had plenty of flavor and remained juicy in every bite while the falafel was heart shaped and perfectly crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Served up with some perfectly cooked yellow rice and the silkiest hummus I've ever had this Fattoush cafe absolutely delivered. Looking forward to going back and trying out more of the menu.

This place is a hidden gem. It's not in the nicest area. Both times we came, we ran into homeless people in the parking lot but once inside I felt very welcomed. The customer service is absolutely amazing. It's a family run restaurant and everyone is super friendly and seems to love working at Fattoush. The menu is very confusing. It isn't clear what is included in each meal and the daily specials are a little overpriced. They come with a lot of food but you can get a plate for half the price and still get a hefty portion. I ended up with a falafel plate which is not listed on the menu (?). It was basically the trio vegetarian without the dolmathes or tzatziki sauce. It came with yellow rice topped with falafels, hummus, salad & pita bread. The falafel was extra crispy but a bit bland and dry. The hummus was good and flavorful. The pita bread was lightly toasted and paired perfectly with the hummus. It was definitely a large portion of food well worth the price.

Five of us went to Fattoush after visiting Centennial Park and loved it all. Nothing special about the location but the food was a big hit. Chicken gyro beef/lamb gyro and combination platters with rice plus a side of hummus were all terrific. The place has ...character with very friendly people.

The food was really good and the owner was present and greets and says goodbye to every customer that walks in or out of the restaurant. I really enjoyed my dining experience and one of the best gyro's I've had in Nashville.

Walked into Fattoush cafe and was greeted by Mr. Fattoush and his employee. Both were so kind and his employee had the biggest smile on his face the whole time. Just really great energy in there and they were quick to serve us. The food was sooooo good! I got the vegetarian trio. Also - you might wait about 10-15 minutes for your order, but it's worth it, I promise!

Really fresh today didn't have farrel but excellent , owner / chef Mr. Fattoush is 30yrs Buisiness at same spot. No wonder foods are great ! Biglsland we don't have this great middle eastern food I enjoyed Mr. fattoush 's meal so so much . If you are confused which middle eastern restaurant you want go? " go to Mr. Fattoush he is very very NICE SWEET GUY TOO !! Highly recommended

I'm not an expert on Mediterranean food, but I do enjoy some gyro meat and hummus. The bread here is fluffy and fresh. The meat is well seasoned! The rice is fine (it's yellow rice). I wasn't sure what to make of the salad. I think you're supposed to choose a sauce for it? I believe the owner was behind the counter with another cook, just the two of them, busting their tails to get the food out. And they pile it on! My family of 3 shared a sampler platter and combo plate. Enjoyed it.

I was craving some arab food while here and came across this wonderful establishment! The owner was super nice and talkative we asked what did he recommend and he told us to get the chicken shawarma and MAN WAS HE CORRECT‍ this was the best food I had had in the last few days soo glad I stoped by!!!!

The food is great. I mean very very good. But the owner needs help. It should take over 45mins for a gyro plate. They claim they open at 10am but nothing is ready at 10am. Don't show up until 11am and at that point you'll be waiting the same about if time. Get help! The owner tries to do it all and that screw's things up. It's too bad because the food is great but the service is their downfall. More help and a bette format would be very beneficial. They should try hiring a couple waitresses and have everyone sit at a table. The order at the counter and wait thing ain't working... next.