Kenz Egyptian-Mediterranean Restaurant

One of the great things about Houston is the variety of international cuisines you can find in the city. Kenz is a highly rated restaurant thanks to its authentic Egyptian offerings. Every selection is filled with authentic ingredients that delivers tasty flavors. Come to this restaurant if you want to experience a new international cuisine done the right way. I strongly recommend the Egyptian hot tea, the Kofta beef, the classic Falafel, and the Koshary main dish.

We had a wonderful experience. The food was excellent overall. Chicken was a bit dry and the foul needed other condiments to it. Lamb shank was very moist and not gamy. The Koshary was amazing. The desserts were all good. We had the Kunafa, Oum Ali and the rice pudding. It's just a little pricey for the type of food, but it is in the Galleria so you can't blame them. Overall a good experience.

We walked in and noticed it has cute decor. seated all was fine. Ordered appetizers and two dinner items. Waitress was on her phone. Could literally see she was talking with someone on her phone that she sat on the table face up. Unprofessional ! Second red flag watching our food get microwaved, not for one minute or two but clocked it at five minutes. Not going to pay 20-25 for microwaved food. I can do that at home. Don’t waste your time if you want fresh authentic food. If you complain, waitress literally glares at you and gives impolite responses.

Kenz Egyptian Restaurant – A Hidden Gem in the Galleria Area Kenz Egyptian Restaurant is an absolute treasure in the Galleria area, delivering authentic Egyptian flavors with warmth and excellence. From the moment you step in, the inviting atmosphere and friendly service set the tone for a memorable dining experience. The Khoshary is nothing short of soul-warming. This comforting dish is perfectly balanced with a medley of textures and flavors, making it a must-try for anyone seeking authentic Egyptian cuisine. The beverages are equally exceptional. The watermelon drink is a refreshing burst of natural sweetness, while the mint lemonade is a perfect balance of tangy and fresh—a real palate cleanser that complements the rich flavors of the meal. The standout for me was the beef liver. It was simply to die for—tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Each bite was a testament to the chef’s expertise in delivering traditional dishes with authentic flavors. Kenz is a must-visit for anyone in the Galleria area looking to explore Egyptian cuisine. It’s not just a meal—it’s an experience that leaves you planning your next visit before you even leave. Highly recommend!

The food was incredible- got the gyro and it was tender just fell apart. The garlic sauce was fire! Loved it would totally eat here again

This is a great place with Vegan and Vegetarian options. For my families first time trying Egyptian food, we were very impressed with the quality of the meat and the flavor in the rice. We ordered: - Appetizer Combo - the hummus and babbbagnoush were fresh and the falafel was perfectly cooked and moist with a good crunch - Yellow Rice Platter with Beef Shawarma (5/5) - Khoshary (4/5) - wish the noodles and pasta were a bit more al dente - Kufta Plate (5/5) - the skewer was nice and juicy - Cairo Burger (5/5) the fries were seasoned and the burger was still smoking hot when it came out to the table Mayar, our sever was very kind and attentive, gave us great recommendations, and even gave us some hot water for our mint tea at the end of our meal right before we left. Great place for lunch on a Saturday afternoon!

Great tasting authentic Egyptian kosheri and falafel .. give it a try !! The place was not too crowded so was skeptical of food taste but it was pretty decent at least the two things we tried ! Diego the host was good and gave me some extra sauce :) so some extra brownie points as most restaurants love charging for extra sauce . A big turn off but they didn’t :) 👍👍👍👍👍

Kenz is a solid spot. The service was great, and our server gave us some really good recommendations that hit the mark. The decor is super cool, and the music added a nice vibe without being overpowering. It’s the kind of place where you can relax and enjoy your meal. The food was so flavorful and fresh. Every dish we tried stood out in its own way, and you can tell they really care about what they serve. If you are looking for a place with good food, great service, and a chill atmosphere, Kenz is definitely worth a visit.

6 of us went to eat at Ken's Mediterranean food, we all left very happy with full tummies. The food was absolutely delicious and plentiful. Thank you to the lovely staff. They made us feel very welcomed.

After Beryl passed through, it was quite difficult finding somewhere to eat, but my friend and I were extremely grateful for Kenz. For starters, we split some potato sambusas which was fresh, cripsy and paired well with the tzatziki sauce. My main order was a shrimp sharma. Our server recommended to pair it with the spicy garlic sauce, and my gosh- it was divine! I left feeling satisfied and extremely pleased. Kenz js in the Galleria area, but the parking lot is huge so no issues with parking there. Inside is beautifully decorated with hints of Egypt, and local music in the background. Service was great, our server was kind and patient, happily answering all our questions and providing excellent recommendations. Side note: I went back two days later for the rice and shrimp plate. It was just as delicious as the wrap! You really can't go wrong here.

In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, I needed to grab some dinner before flying out of town the next morning. I struggled the entire night to find a place given the lack of electricity and other challenges the city is dealing with. I stumbled upon Kenz. It had power and food, so I decided to sit down and eat! Service was fast and our waitress gave great recommendations. One thing of note: All drinks are bottled and water is not free. The potato sambusa paired with the homemade tzatziki made for a wonderful appetizer. I did wish the potato had a little more flavor, but tzatziki added that, so it is still a winner in my book. For the entree, I ordered the shawarma wrap (mix of beef and chicken) and all I can say is WOW. The flavor was 10/10. It's simple, it's filling and it's great flavor- I can't ask for more. Also- the price point? Killer for a meal that can fill you up. Got rice on the side in lieu of fries. All sides are a la carte. 100% will return.

Got the gyro sandwich with the spicy garlic sauce per waitress's recommendation for take out and that **** was absolutely bussin . They also had some alien documentaries going on while I waited which was just the cherry on top :)!

Came here for lunch and I've been here previously. I loved and I was happy that I still had the same experience. The food was fresh and the staff was friendly. I had the hummus as an appetizer and i was obsessed, i couldn't stop eating it and it was basically finished by the time the main course arrived. I had the chicken rice plate, it was unique came on a naan/pita bread with tomato, I had no idea how to eat it but it was yummy. I am not used to Egyptian food, I wish it was more savory but I still enjoyed my meal very much.

I was excited to try this place based on the reviews. Parking was easy and I was immediately greeted upon entry. The dining area was a bit on the smaller side and seemed a bit cluttered, but it was clean. I didn't get the tea, and opted for water. As other reviewers have noted, if you ask for water, they bring bottles of water. I wasn't sure what to order, so I decided to try the tasting menu. This gave me the opportunity to try all the appetizers in addition to the pita, falafel, and the different meats. Overall, the portion sizes were generous and the pricing was reasonable. I liked the bread. However I thought the hummus and soup tasted a bit bland. Everything else was okay.

As an Egyptian gal who knows her falafel, these were as authentic as it gets in the United States! Made with fava beans not chickpeas. Very tasty. 4 stars mainly for the appetizer combo. Lacking in flavor and small quantities. But overall, authentic vibe to the decorations. Friendly staff.

The 4 stars is strictly for the food and service. This is a super cute restaurant. It feels like a little Mediterranean corridor inside. We had the baba ganoush, koshari with beef and lamb shank. The food was delicious, the portions were quite large so we could have shared, of course we did not. The thing that weirded me out was all of the extra charges. When I asked for waters, we were given bottled water, which is fine, but the charge was $2.50 each. That is a lot for a basic ozarka bottle. My water had a weird taste to it as well, like it was left in the heat for too long along the line. Then the baba ganoush did not come with pita or any sort of accompaniment. It was an extra charge. It looks like if we gotten hummus, it would have been the same thing. I dont think you just eat it with a spoon? It would be easier to add the charge to the dish imo. Overral, I would order to go to avoid the upcharges.

KOSHARY was HEAVEN. So much flavor and the owner even came in and showed us how to eat it. Great atmosphere and even greater food. Will be back.

The food was really good, the meats especially the chicken! The service was impeccable!! Abdul the owner is so kind and nice and funny! The ambience is great it feels like you're in another country and its nice! Check this place out!

Yum! Can't believe Kenz has been here for 4 years and I just found out about them! We ordered the kenz salad with chicken as well as the chicken shawarma wrap, both very delicious. The chicken was juicy and well seasoned, and both my husband and I noted that the seasoning is very different from other shawarma chickens we've had around town. We loved it! After finishing our wrap I honestly thought we needed another one, but unfortunately we had driven away by then. It really was so tasty! We had ordered the food online, but when we arrived their system was down so the order was not received on their end. However, they quickly put in the order and the owner came in and treated us to some Egyptian mint tea, and gave our toddler a individual sized box of horizon milk. Egyptian mint tea was so fragrant and refreshing, with just a touch of mint that wasn't overpowering (I'm not a fan of mint)! My husband and I loved it! I feel like it would be the perfect compliment to a greasy meal. The horizon milk kept my toddler occupied and happy while we waited for our food. I definitely want to come back for another chicken shawarma wrap, as well as to try the koshary, the national dish of Egypt. We had koshary at another Egyptian restaurant in katy and loved it, but this is the first place in Houston I've found that serves this dish. They also offer a taste of Egypt meal, which offers a full service buffet to sample everything on the menu. The owner told us that we need to come "very hungry" as they will be disappointed if we don't eat our share. So for the big eaters out there, this one is definitely for you! Highly recommend! Cant wait to come back!

This Mediterranean café features Egyptian flavors. The menu is simple and reasonably priced. The restaurant itself is decorated to make you feel you were in an outdoor market environment. Very cute with Turkish light hanging from the ceilings. I have the chicken rice platter which had good flavors but the chicken was a little dry. The garlic mayonnaise sauce that I had with it was very good. My husband had the lamb which was pretty good but have had better it wasn't cooked on the spot the restaurant could use a major decluttering to remove extension cord boxes stacked on top of the Coke machine, junk on the counters, etc. the children's high chairs, need a major cleaning. I was afraid to go to the bathroom in this restaurant, because the hallway leading to it had no lights. If they could freshen the place up, it could be a really fun restaurant. The customer service was excellent and they greeted us as we walked in the door.

I love their gyro really good Love it so much The service is really good The vibe was average But again more like a easy restaurant

Traveling to Houston for work and found this Egyptian/Mediterranean gem! Abdalla, the owner is so passionate and sweet. Even though I only tried the Mediterranean cuisine, I'll have to come back for the specialty Egyptian dishes! Abdalla helped me pick a few items to try as I wasn't hungry but I wanted a little bit of everything! I went for the Vegetarian appetizer platter so I could try the Samosas, Babaganoush, Hummus, Dolmas, and Falafel. All delish!! I also wanted Kofta so I got a small side on top of salad. The salad dressing was wonderful. I did get takeout, but would love to eat in next time. Definitely give this place a try. You won't be disappointed!

Whatever you do, don't skip the sambusas. I didn't try the meat ones but the vegetarian ones were excellent. The spinach/feta was FANTASTIC! I've never had Egyptian food so I had to try the Koshary. It was pretty tasty although I probably would skip it next time since it has macaroni. As far as meats go, I tried the beef kofta and the chicken -- pretty good (could be juicier but that's almost every meat I try, haha). Good hummus. Kudos for offering an appetizer platter -- it was a great way to try multiple appetizers! Friendly service. Overall, a solid spot to try a new cuisine.

What an awesome little restaurant! This Egyptian restaurant is beautiful inside, and has really friendly service. We came by for dinner on a Sunday night. My husband and I shared a kofta (beef) shawarma and Koshari, which I learned is the National dish of Egypt. The shawarma was delicious, but the koshari was amazing!! It's a uniquely blended and seasoned combination of rice, lentils, chickpeas, pasta, and fried onions, drizzled with a sweet and tangy tomato sauce, and it comes with a spicy sauce and a garlic sauce on the side. I loved it!! And you can order it with a side salad and meet on the side as well. I highly recommend checking them out!

About our meal... Koshari...this is pure Egyptian comfort food. It has two forms of pasta, lentils, whatever sort of ground protein you want in there to include falafel, chicken, kofta, etc. Etc. It has crispy onions, a tomato-based sauce and two accompanying sauces. You can either drizzle on in small amounts or like we did. We dumped both full sauces all over which is a buttery garlic sauce as well as a spicy chili like sauce that made the entire dish a little tingly. But oh my god, was it good. The meat was cooked absolutely perfectly and we ate this entire dish between my wife and I, along with an appetizer of baba ganoush. I also got one of their delicious mango smoothies and some refreshing mint iced tea. This is the way you should eat. The Mediterranean diet is amongst one of the most healthiest on the planet. Service was top notch as we sat outside on a warm day. The decor inside is really nice as well and they even have an Egyptian sampler plate that has all things Egyptian on it. Kenz is the bomb

Incredible Mediterranean food!! The gyro pita is fabulous and the sauces especially the spicy garlic just hits the spot. My friends and I loved this place and will definitely be coming back.

What an amazing restaurant! My girlfriend and I came in for an early dinner to just get something light. The owner welcomed us and spoke a bit about the menu before letting us choose our meal. We shared 2 pita, a hummus appetizer, and a gyro rice platter. Everything here is made fresh and from scratch. The pita came out piping hot with our hummus. It was extremely light and fluffy, almost burned our hands when we picked it up. We actually could see the cook in the back pressing them down on the stove to cook them. The hummus was also nice and light, served at room temperature too so it was not cold or refrigerated beforehand. The gyro platter took a bit longer, but it was also made fresh so we didn't mind waiting. The gyro meat was incredibly flavorful and tender, very well seasoned and had a great sear on the outside as well. We ordered all 4 sauces that came with it, I felt that it paired best with the spicy garlic sauce, but the fire was also very spicy and flavorful. The rice was also delicious, and the salad was just right, not over or underdressed in the vinaigrette. We spoke a bit to the owner before we left, he was very friendly and even gave us a 2 year membership card for 10% off whenever we dine in. We'll definitely be back, we're very excited to try out the full egyptian experience that they offer, which looks incredible.

Great little hole in the wall! Food was great! Falafel def going back. Enjoyed Mayar our waitress, & tonight they had live Christmas music a lady playing the harp & singing. She was wonderful,,, never been but will go back & bring friends

Glad I finally found an authentic Egyptian restaurant in Houston! I got the Falafel and Chicken Shawarma from Kenz and they were both great. Their Tahini and Garlic sauce go great with each one respectively, you can't go wrong with either one and if you can't decide just get both like I did. Im glad they use the thinner bread for their shawarmas and the vegetables they use are fresh. I haven't gotten a chance to try the Koshary yet but it looks like a meal for two people so I'll have to come back with some friends. The service was great and all the people that work here are very kind and attentive, they really care that you enjoy your experience. The restaurant itself is nice and has a very unique style. I highly recommend you try this restaurant!

The koshary is mediocre. And I'm African. And I love koshary. Too salty and the sauces did not have the correct flavor. You get charged for bottled water when you didn't ask for it. You just asked for regular water as you'd get anywhere. The server was generally not paying attention, though when you did get his attention he was very kind and prompt, which is why they get 2 stars.

I have been going to Kenz for at least five years now and remain a fan. I discovered it by accident because I was visiting the fabulous chocolatier next door. Discovering Kenz proved to be a fruitful accident! The food is made fresh and is flavorful. I usually order a salad and fries because of food allergies, but I always enjoy the meal because it is so flavorful. They use fresh herbs, are generous with the olive oil and garlic and are attentive to presentation. My dining companions have enjoyed many of the other dishes with positive feedback each time. Sometimes the meats can be served with a little more oil than is ideal but that can be remedied. I like that the food is made from scratch. However, that may mean that it will not be super fast. They do offer takeaway ordering now, so that should be helpful for professionals looking to pick up lunch. I have always come for lunch and the ambiance is relaxed with lovely international music playing. The decor is not that cohesive, so don't bring someone who might be sensitive about aesthetics and misjudge the restaurant quality as a result. The decor is an eclectic mix of faux flowers and random murals painted on the wall. The furniture is also a bit random but comfy. The feel is something like what you would expect if you were visiting the home of a creative uncle who liked to throw parties and always had a twinkle in his eye and a treat in his hand for guests. I cannot comment on the ambiance for dinner based on personal experience, but I would imagine the same hospitality from lunch time would be found during dinner. The staff and owner are always welcoming and strike up friendly chats if the place is not too busy. They make one feel cared for without being intrusive during the meal. Lastly, one of the hallmarks of a great restaurant in my book is a thoughtful looking restroom area and Kenz gets high marks there as well. A place for my handbag and some cheeky decor along with soap etc in a clean restroom. Well done!

This place is like a hole in a wall ( which are usually the best!) but in a nice area. I had the Koshary, mixed lamb and beef meat and mint tea and it did not disappoint! Food was delicious! There was so much flavor in the Koshary and served in big portion. This will definitely be my to-go to place for Mediterranean meal.

Food was freshly made, unique and wonderful. Was spot on and the restaurant itself is warmly decorated and inviting. We had both a vegan and meat dish and had enough to take home for another meal. Waiting to go back again.

The best places are always stumbled upon and this spot is no exception. This place is a HIDDEN gem right in the Galleria area. Today happened to be their first day of serving their buffet so I came on the right day - $19.99 for delicious, authentic all you can eat Mediterranean food?! Sign me up. I tried koshary for the first time - INCREDIBLE. It's the national dish of Egypt and their version was flavorful and well balanced. They had lamb shank, seafood paella (the best) hummus, dolmas, turmeric rice, the whole nine yards. To top it off, the staff/owners were so very hospitable :') 11/10 recommend this place

Amazing food! Went with my family and we all loved the food at Kenz. We had Egyptian experience as it was our first time there and we wanted to try several dishes.

Absolutely loved this restaurant. Service was phenomenal and everything was delicious. Huge portions for a pretty reasonable price. I was craving sambusas (I had the spinach-feta and those were fantastic) and the tea was perfect. They even gave us an extra serving of tea for free because we loved it so much. Very cozy atmosphere. It felt so relaxing and homey to eat here.

So far so good Here ordering take out. I ordered a wrap and asked if I could try a bit of the gyro meat before hand. They were kins enough to grill a few pieces for me and it was SO delicious! The place itself is actually very cute, right in the Marshalls mall. Beautiful paintings and faux greenery situation, but I think decor could be more polished. Leaving this here to remind me to update after actually eating the entire meal.

Wow! I love finding gems like this one in my own backyard. I have no context for comparing this to a real experience in Egypt, however I will share how it felt to me. Walking in it already felt like a you're stepping onto foreign soil. The live music (I went on a Saturday night) was amazing and was the main contributor to feeling like I was not in the Galleria. The beautiful decor and cozy feel of the place rounded out the atmosphere to make it feel like I was transported to Egypt. I ordered the Egyptian Mint Tea (it's served hot). It was wonderful to enjoy alone; however save some for the Koshary. I picked Koshary because it says it's the national dish of Egypt. It was a wonderful choice. I added chicken to it, but I will tell you that it was fantastic on its own. And the portions are perfect for two. Pro tip: take the garlic sauce that comes with it and spread it on top of the dish. Do the same with the fire sauce, unless spicy is not your thing. I loved both but enjoyed the garlic sauce the most. I put the fire sauce on about a quarter of the dish. Back to the tea. Please sip it after taking some bites of the Koshary. Something about the combination of the two highlights the flavors of both. Super good food. Lastly the service was great. I showed up, table for one, waiting at the hostess station. She was busy serving food so the owner quickly popped up and asked how many and sat me down. And since this is also a cultural experience for me, I appreciated the owner coming by and asking if it was my first time eating Koshary, to which I said yes. He politely took my garlic sauce and spread it on half the dish. This is how the dish is meant to be experienced - I had been dipping my bites into it. Choose what you like, but I appreciated his sharing this experience and with me. And yes, it did make a difference and was absolutely delicious. I will be back to try the sampling menu with friends.

Service was good. Been here twice. Both times ordered something different and was very happy with portions and overall quality. This last time I had their kafta kabobs with rice. Fresh ingredients and flavorful. My only gripe is the interior feels run down and needs a good cleaning. Doesn't fit the galleria vibe. However, not a deal breaker.

Pretty delicious Egyptian spot. Came with some friends and got their lamb shank. It was a little bland for my tastes but everything else was delicious. Shawarma, koshari, falafels were all delicious. Fair warning, it is on the pricier side. Not like crazy expensive but on the higher end of mid priced. But still good. Worth a 20 minute drive imo.

How would I have the good fortune of learning about new things if not for our dearest friends Ricardo and John? During the dinner last Saturday at a Lebanese restaurant, Richi told us about a dish he loves in Egypt, the best served in a 5-story restaurant specialized this. My curiosity is piqued so I have to seek out this dish to get an idea why it is loved so much. If I remember correctly, it's a dish that was invented by an Italian Chef cooking for the King of Egypt. It's a pasta and rice dish that has a tomato-based sauce, with various types of ingredients that eventually become a national dish of Egypt. After some quick search, I found a place in Houston that serves it. Of course, I don't expect it to be anything close to the one in Egypt, but I truly have no idea what it should be. The version that I got has two types of pasta, Elbow is the usual from what our Egyptian friend Norma told us, and this one has Spaghetti too. It has Yellow Rice, Garbanzo Beans, and Fried Onions, tossed lightly in a Tomato Sauce. The cook suggests Gyros as protein, which I gladly obliged, and it didn't disappoint. It also comes with a vinegary hot sauce that tastes like Cholula, but it's actually house-made. The skillet comes out piping hot, it stays hot almost until I finished more than half. I love the aroma and the taste of Fried Onions, all the different ingredients come together very well. I find it very comforting and hearty, it's like a warm embrace from an Egyptian family. I just love to explore different cultures and I'm so grateful to have tried this special dish today. Where would I be if not because of my good friends?

I usually default to their yellow platter. You can't go wrong with either the chicken or the kofta. The spicy garlic sauce isn't actually spicy if that's stopping you from getting it. The yellow rice really hits well, but maybe because I love butter that much. They've been pretty consistent in quality for these platters.

What a great place to stumble across in Houston. This meal was so refreshing and fulfilling. I enjoyed that you can make your bowl with whatever toppings with no crazy extra pricing. The manager maybe the owner was so warming and welcoming. He came to everyone table to ask how our experience was. The chef was also very sweet and helpful when I was asking questions about the spice ness and what pairs well with each other. I enjoyed this meal so much I came back later that day and order the same thing to take with me for lunch the following day. Thank you Kenz. I can't wait to come back.

First time trying Ken's today and it was absolutely a pleasant surprise! I ordered the Kushari and chicken Shawrma. They were so delicious, so much flavor, and Kushari was so tasty! The place is so beautiful on the inside, and the owners were so sweet and hospitable which is unique in the restaurant business. For sure will be coming again and trying more items on the menu!! A beautiful little hidden gem!

You should eat here you don't care for food and enjoy eating low-quality, subpar food. This place isn't sure if it's a restaurant or a fast food place. They give plastic spoons and forks and add extra charges without informing. Chicken kabobs looks like they're from some frozen packet. It's a disgrace to even call them kabobs. Salad that comes in the rice platter is a joke. Portions are another joke. If you like eating something but still want to feel hungry then you should eat here. In other situations, you'd be better off eating at other places. And if other places are closed, then do yourself a favor and drive to McDonald's or whataburger to get better food than Kenz.

Great food and quick service, easy walk from Galleria across the street. Loved the Yellow rice...

This restaurant is so cozy, has amazing service and delicious food. I went with a group and we tried the tasting platter which included almost every staple Egyptian dish you could try. Our waitress was very nice and accommodating- I wish I had gotten her name. I can't wait to go back to try more of their delicious food!

Not to gush, but this place is simply incredible!!!! I love Mediterranean food but have never had Egyptian food. This stuff was incredible!!!! We had the "try everything" potion of the menu and not a single thing was bad. Fantastic flavor and the service was wonderful. Friendly attentive and just very pleasant to chat with. The value was wonderful for all we got too. You have GOT to try this place! I will 100% be back many times. Thank you for a wonderful experience

Come quick before they end up on some food show!!! Hands down the best Egyptian/ Mediterranean food in Houston. The grape leaves are so fresh with a subtle spice, The baba ghanoush is unlike anywhere else, the falafel is perfectly crisp on the outside and soft on the inside with tons of flavor. The Egyptian tea! My mind is blown. I've walked by this place a million times and never thought anything of it, total hole in the wall in a strip mall. I popped in because I was starving to get something quick and ended up being catered to by the sweetest man who ended up being the owner. Just can't say enough good things. It's a must!

I find this restaurant a hidden gem! The food is AMAZING! Tip: You must try the red eggplant. The ambiance is family oriented. if you want wine they let you bring your own bottle. Loved it!

The restaurant is a gem in the rough. You must try if you like Mediterranean cuisine. The service is one of the best. The owner is very personable and friendly. The ambiance makes you feel like you are in Egypt. I highly recommend. I've taken my friends here and we return often.

WOW SOOO GOOD! the staff recommended Koshary & so glad we tried it for the first time! It was so delicious & a perfect size to share with two people. Everyone there was so friendly we enjoyed eating there

I stumbled across this restaurant when I was craving some Mediterranean food. I ordered their Kenz Mezze Platter option which comes with pita bread, 3 dolmas, 3 falafel, 3 spring rolls, baba ghanoush, and homemade hummus. It was all tasty and delicious though the falafel was maybe a little too tough, I would have preferred it to be fried a little less. Overall the meal was enjoyable, the service was great, and they let my friend and I stay to chat for quite some time which was nice.

Fantastic service and wonderful, flavorful and aromatic meal here last night. We're visiting from NYC and know varied cuisines so Kenz exceeded our expectations. One of the dips for the starter was so good that our server returned with a dish of three extra servings. My meal could have only been enhanced with a simple pilsner but no liquor license.

Kenz is a fantastic Egyptian Mediterranean place with a cozy and welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff. I ordered the yellow rice entree with gyros and it was a great choice! The rice had a lovely aromatic flavor that complemented the juicy and well-seasoned gyros perfectly. The dish was also beautifully presented. The staff were attentive and the restaurant was clean and well-maintained. Overall, I highly recommend Kenz to anyone looking for a great dining experience and would not hesitate to come back to try more of their menu offerings.

My friend first introduced me to this little gem when we went in for the amazing hot mint tea. She had a stomach ache prior to going and the tea was soothing and hit the spot. I wish I had gotten a picture of the glass tea pot, it was neat looking. Today I took my wife and we dined in, mid-afternoon. The owner and his wife are friendly and the atmosphere is casual and inviting. They're not only friendly to their customers but also friendly to their staff, inviting and insisting they sit down and eat together like a family. We didn't choose the buffet because we both wanted a shawarma wrap. They brought us a choice of three sauces to sample and share all were extremely tasty. My partner had the chicken and I had the gyro, both very tender and loaded with flavor. We also ordered he delicious hot mint tea. When we had finished our first generous portion, the owner ordered another round for us. I want to go back and try more of the food, it all looks amazing. If you're looking for a nice casual experience with excellent Mediterranean food where you can eat, visit and relax without being rushed this is it. I wish I had taken pictures, but I will next time. I plan to go back soon.

There's nothing particularly good or bad about this place but it is certainly nothing special. Lunch for 3. Excellent hummus to start. Pita was very good and fresh. First dish was salad w/ falafel - unimpressive salad. Falafel was good but a bit heavy. Second was a wrap which was pretty straight forward but very dry. Third was the Koshari - this is A LOT of food. Besides the ingredients listed, it also included macaroni and pasta. Not my thing but I don't have a point of comparison so no idea if this was a good or not good version of the dish. One thing for sure is I would not order again. Had it with kofta, which was really bland. The kicker here was the cleanliness of the restaurant. They must have an issue with their AC, as there was a weird odor when we walked in the door. Also, restrooms were poorly attended. Service was meh at best.

The food is absolutely amazing! Definitely recommend this place!. I got the yellow rice platter and it was very tasty