Ritodhi C.
Yelp
Can't comment on the service because we did take-out, but I will say that the man on the phone was patient and helpful. I've had Mediterranean food dozens of times, but I think this is my first specifically Lebanese meal. Due to our own poor timing, the food was basically cold by the time we started eating, and we reheated a few items. That the food was still delicious despite not being "fresh out the kitchen" was evidence that the fare from Mary'z is well-made and packed with flavor.
In terms of small plates, the Tabuli (citrusy and herbaceous salad) was crunchy and refreshing, the Hummus was thick and rich, but the Baba Ghannouj was my personal favorite with a heavily smoky taste. The little pita pockets were airy, fluffy, and perfect for dipping. Aside from those Mediterranean staples, we also tried Sujok, a kind of spiced cured sausage, and the Mary'z Sampler, which was an assortment of Falafel, stuffed grape leaves, and fried goodies. The sausage had a slightly tough texture, but the sourness and mild heat paired well with the mushy tomatoes and lemon. The sampler tray had a lot of delicious doughy pockets filled with mince meat and veggies, along with more familiar options -- not a bad deal for $14.
For our larger plates, we opted for two varieties of Flat Bread and marinated chicken and lamb kebabs. All were excellent. The flat breads were like mini pizzas, but with the crunchy crust replaced by a soft and chewy pita-like dough. The Jebne, topped with Mozzarella and a salty Levantine cheese called akkawi, was a big hit. I also savored the Lahm Bel Ajeen flat bread, which was topped with minced beef that had a slightly sweet and complex flavor. The Lamb Meshwe and Shish Tawook were both super tasty and surprisingly tender, particularly the chicken. The cilantro and a splash of lemon further accentuated the charred elements.
Enjoyable meal overall, and reasonably priced for the quantity!