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Ali Baba Mediterranean

Restaurant Turkish restaurant

This basic counter-serve Mediterranean restaurant has staples like falafel, gyros & hummus. People often mention time, good, owner, restaurant, great, salad, Great, lunch, bracelet,


Address

60 Broad St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303

Contact

(404) 681-3997

Rating on Google Maps

4.30
(451168 reviews)


Working Hours

  • Thursday: 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Friday: 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: time (12) good (9) owner (9) restaurant (8) great (8) salad (7) Great (6) lunch (6) bracelet (6)
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  • 5/5 Jeremiah N. 2 years ago on Google • 54 reviews
    The gyro wrap was SUPREME and had my body warmed up and my belly satisfied till dinner. The Mediterranean salad was a nice addition as well.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Google C. 5 years ago on Google • 1056 reviews
    Really friendly service. Authentic food that was delicious. Affordable prices. Some seating outside but additional seating inside downstairs. I would recommend checking it out
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Christian Y. 1 year ago on Google • 17 reviews
    The food is good although you can't really make sense of a menu. But the woman who is always there is incredibly off-putting. I ordered the same thing on two separate occasions and the second time I was asked about a side item which confused me because I wasn't asked that the first time. She immediately starts screaming at me that the guy was asking about sides. Still not knowing what the sides were I ask about my options. She was still kind of being belligerent so I just said no sides. When we try to pay she starts loudly talking at us about how long they've been around and that they are an institution like Georgia State University. The food is good but not good enough to offset the crazy and abrasive.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Britt 2 years ago on Google • 121 reviews
    I ordered myself the falafel wrap and my husband had the kabeb both were extra tasty! I usually don't do many spicy foods, due to no gallbladder but I'm glad I did come today. It was super delicious. The workers were friendly and understanding. A tiny bit crowded in the restaurant but overall delicious(and messy, hence my spoon to eat the filling!) and will be back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew G. 5 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Great place to grab a quick lunch. Always flavorful and fresh. The chicken and rice plate is wonderful and the price is more than fair. Stop in and give them a shot. You will not be disappointed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael G. 2 years ago on Google
    GSU student here - this is absolutely my favorite lunch spot any day I am on campus. The owners are very personable and get to know their customers and treat you well. The food is great and always fast served. This restaurant is worth the walk from anywhere downtown. I am very glad they made is through the pandemic and continue as a part of the campus community.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Maria 1 year ago on Google
    Mediocre food with terrible service! I’ve come by with smiles twice and she’s been rude both times. She doesn’t even greet you or smile. Not welcoming at all for a small dirty Greek spot that you can barely even stand in. I’m not sure if she’s racist or miserable but if you’re black just go somewhere else!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Angie F. 2 years ago on Google
    This was my first time eating at Ali Baba and I must say I had a great experience. The owner was so freaking nice! The cashier and the guy helping the owner with the orders were both nice as well. Now to the food...AMAZING!!! This was my first time trying Falafel and it was delicious! I had the Gyro with Lamb with side of hummus and salad, both were really good! You get a lot of food for a reasonable price. I am definitely going back and I highly recommend trying Ali Baba, you won't be disappointed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 K L. 2 years ago on Google
    The lady at the cash register is rude and sarcastic. I chose not to give my money to that restaurant today. I have eaten there in the past and the food is descent.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Nicole R. 2 years ago on Google
    The staff were rude and disrespectful when I walked in. The woman at the front counter was berating and aggressively dehumanizing a young woman as I walked through the door. I believe all human beings should be treated with respect and because of this I chose not to support this business or this type of behavior!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Kim W. 2 years ago on Google
    I went here to grab lunch with my co-worker when we watched another person walk out of the restaurant. After this person left, the staff member at the cash register began to berate this customer that just left to a group waiting in line, saying "we have to kick them out all the time when they come in here" and was very rude about it. My co-worker and I both left immediately, not wanting to be treated that way by staff or wanting to support a business that treats people that way. We will not be returning.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Genise G. 5 years ago on Google • 103 reviews
    I walked passed this place a few times. The location is very small, blink and you will miss it. I ate here two days in a row. Enjoyed my salads very much.

  • 1/5 Maxwell B. 4 months ago on Google • 57 reviews
    This place is one of the worst restaurants I’ve ever been to. I didn’t even get to try their food. I ordered through Google and they tried to tell me that they never got the order. Sent me to the other restaurant. They didn’t get the order either. Rude, gross stinky and hot. Horrible place, do not eat here. They steal your money as well.

  • 5/5 Samantha I. 1 year ago on Google • 18 reviews
    The food and assumed owner are AMAZING! The lady checking customers out is NOT SO FRIENDLY to people who aren’t her color. I visited the first time to have a pleasant experience with who I assume is the owner, with the cashier being dry. The second time I visited, the assumed owner was not there and I observed her interactions with others of not my color first because of the vibe I received the first time I visited. After observing and then TRYING to order with the guy behind the glass, cashier lady intervened and spoke to me very condescendingly twice, even after I tried to de-escalate her unwarranted frustration with me and it made me uncomfortable. I left without my food and will only order if I see the assumed owner behind the glass.

  • 5/5 Firstname L. 1 year ago on Google • 18 reviews
    Great food and service. Told them it was my first time there and they hooked me up with extra sides so I could see which ones I liked best. Will definitely be back

  • 1/5 officialenygmah 2 years ago on Google • 15 reviews
    i got the mediterranean platter there’s a very similar tangy note to the hummus , ganoush , the bean salad and another item i got . im used to mediterranean food being very layered in flavors . theres this overpowering vinegar flavor to basically the whole platter . and the falafel is dry , cold and is a bit misleading considering its indented but you cant see that from the top . i assume thats how you get it to stand up ? flavor wise the falafel is the tastiest thing here

  • 5/5 Ronique N. 1 month ago on Google • 15 reviews New
    The Gyro i just devoured was DELICIOUS. They understood the assigment 😋 😋

  • 5/5 Keriman K. 6 months ago on Google • 15 reviews
    Hayırlı kazançlar diliyorum

  • 5/5 Kiera A. 5 months ago on Google • 12 reviews
    Love it here

  • 5/5 Ayush J. 1 year ago on Google • 9 reviews
    I once had the perfect falafel wrap when i lived in Switzerland, I always craved that taste, and this was as perfect as it got, so much nostalgia

  • 5/5 Mikaela F. 1 year ago on Google • 8 reviews
    This is my favorite food place by GSU. Every time I go they’re quick and very kind. The prices for their food are affordable and the amount of food is great!! I always get the chicken gyro spicy, grape leaves, and pasta. The grape leaves are the best I have EVER had. The pasta salad is better than any pasta salad I’ve ever ate. And the chicken gyro is just chefs kiss. I always get it to go because I don’t think there is seating except in the area next door (which is public seating). Great Place for a quick but fulfilling meal!!!

  • 3/5 Jessica H. 7 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    The food is great. Awesome portions. However the customer service is not the best. The woman behind the counter was great. I purchased a bracelet being advertised by the register. Upon getting my total n feeling rushed out I was unable to ask the price of the bracelet. I tried calling the restaurant back and was rudely hung up on twice before they finally answered my third call back. When answered I wasn't even given the opportunity to get my whole sentence out before I was being rushed with responses like "just bring it back were too busy to answer calls right now" and being told to call back later. After I stated I wasn't looking to return the bracelet just wanted to know how much it cost I was told to call back later when not so busy. Finally I said my meal was only $25 and my total is $43 so I was charged $18 for a bracelet? The man on the phone said I dnt know there are different prices n then he proceeds to tell me to text his number with a picture of the bracelet so he could help me when he gets a chance. Smh. Horrible way to respond to a person who is patronizing your establishment. N being charged $17 for a bracelet made of string and one little charm is not good business practice. Even if it is brought here from turkey. I'm all for supporting good small businesses and this one came highly recommended however I will not spend another dollar in this establishment nor will I refer anyone there. Which is sad because the food is great. Do better !

  • 5/5 Anthony P. 3 months ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    Great food and prob the best lunch special. Get the rice bowl with choice of lamb chicken or salmon.

  • 5/5 Roshay W. 2 years ago on Google
    First time there and I will definitely be back. A great price for even better food and awesome portions. I got the Chicken Doner and the Baba Ghanoush and I highly recommend it being spicy too. 100/10

  • 3/5 Sherry W. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was great, owner is very nice, but the large and extremely unattractive woman at the front counter was just incredibly rude and nasty to the other women customers...just horrible person. She ruined the whole dining experience with her nastiness.

  • 5/5 Lilly P. 1 year ago on Google
    Gyro was super good & the lady up front was super kind while getting customers in and out! This isn't a sit down restaurant but more of a grab and go setting for a quick lunch!

  • 1/5 Brenai' B. 1 year ago on Google
    Presentation is important, and you can tell they just don't care. I ordered my food to-go and my gyro was so messy, with sauce all over the outside of the container and the bag. Also the pasta it came with was not what I expected. It was a white sauce cold pasta with feta cheese on top. It tasted spoiled. And the small amount of the gyro I was actually able to eat was mediocre. I could've had the same taste and quality at Arby's. Not going back.

  • 5/5 Quynh T. 1 year ago on Google
    New favorite restaurant. Very friendly staff. I have not ordered something I didn't enjoy. Reasonable prices and pretty filling servings. I believe each entree comes with 2 sides and a drink.

  • 5/5 Michael J. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the absolute best places to get a Mediterranean meal in downtown Atlanta. Great falafels (your choice of a wrap or salad). Great vegan options. Definitely recommend.

  • 5/5 helina k. 2 years ago on Google
    The best Mediterranean cuisine! The portion size to price is unbeatable. The food is delicious, best falafel, the hot sauce is flavorful and has distinct test, along with all their seasonings.on top of their food the owner is very kind and sweet person, I visit the place after two years(before covid), the owner remember me and treat me with free flagal and hummus,.

  • 5/5 Jessica R. 3 years ago on Google
    Despite being easy to miss, this place truly has excellent falafels and gyros. Lots of food for your money. Excellent taste. Would recommend. This is not your typical sit down, though. You order the food and wait for it, then enter the adjacent building and go down the stairs to eat in what almost feels like an empty food court in a mall. Still worth it for the food.

  • 5/5 Katherine R. 2 years ago on Google
    I love Ali Baba! I work nearby and I get it all the time for lunch. My friends at Ali Baba always hook me up with a generous Greek salad with chicken and pita, and plenty of babaganoush on the side. For $10, you absolutely cannot beat it. Did I mention how tasty? Stop reading reviews and get some now!

  • 1/5 Farzana A. 4 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Customer service is awful. Food quality is not good (no taste at all)

  • 4/5 CHE HAYNES (. 11 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    Food is good and affordable. Menu is quite hard to make out though.


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