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Sinbad

Restaurant Mediterranean restaurant

Simple restaurant offering Mediterranean & Middle Eastern food such as falafel, gyros & curries. People often mention good, service, restaurant, rice, delicious, time, curry, Great, sauce, Good,


Address

2716 N Mesa St, El Paso, TX 79902

Website

www.facebook.com

Contact

(915) 351-1350

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (318 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 11 AM to 7 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 11 AM to 7 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 12 to 7 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 12 to 7 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 11 AM to 7 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 7 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 7 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (19) service (11) restaurant (10) rice (10) delicious (10) time (7) curry (7) Great (7) sauce (6) Good (6)
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  • 5/5 Ricardo R. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing food!! Enough food! 5 Stars ⭐️ if you don’t pay attention to the physical aspect of the restaurant. Bathroom need to be cleaner!! But food was really good!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Virginia l. 8 months ago on Google
    I found the food to be so mediocre. The rice was over cooked and mushy and the dolma tasted like it came out of a can. I thought the plating would look a little bit more appetizing as we walked in we were not even greeted and the tables were dirty. The person working there wasn’t doing anything the atmosphere was really boring. I thought they would at least be playing Arabic music I don’t think I’ll go back again, I’ve had better Arabic food at somebody else’s house of course
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Angel A. 2 years ago on Google
    This restaurant was my favorite so far. I’ve been returned since I was 13 years old apart myself from 8 years old. I always eat favorite menu is chicken tandoori. I love this restaurant so much.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Deena's Adventure V. 4 years ago on Google
    The taste and the quantity both are good .. I'll definitely go there again
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tori 3 years ago on Google
    THE RICE! This place serves the best rice I’ve ever had. I don’t know why it’s so good, but it’s flavorful, fluffy, and delicious. Whatever you get, you have to have the rice with it. The rest of the food is really good, but we have had the best luck with the sandwiches over the platters (just make sure you add that side of rice!). The hummus is solid but not outstanding. The real star at this restaurant is the rice, which might seem weird until you try it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brittany M. 5 years ago on Google
    We decided to come here since my husband has really been wanting shawarma. I cannot rave about this place enough! Although it isn’t classic shawarma from a spit it was still super delicious! The portions are rather large but that’s definitely not a complaint. When they say they have the best rice they truly mean it! The customer service was excellent as well, our server was extremely friendly and helpful. We will definitely be frequenting this restaurant! I had the shawarma chicken and it was fantastic. We also shared an order of falafels, those were great as well!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 L S. 1 year ago on Google
    First time visit. I would have given it a 5 but their restrooms are 😲. Make sure you go before you arrive. Now onto the food. It was delicious. So many different layers of flavor. I ordered the chicken tandoori with rice it came with tzatiki sauce and a very spicy avocado sauce. Very well seasoned. My husband ordered the beef shawarma and he enjoyed it as well. My son had the chicken curry which I think 🤔 will order the next time. I loved the coconut flavor. All in all it was delicious and we will return.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 J C P (. 1 year ago on Google
    Ordered the Combo Plate for takeout $19.50(tax included). All the meats were very flavorful and tender. The yogurt sauce was a good compliment. Enough food for 2 people with this so i ate the leftovers for dinner! Good Quality and portion for the price compared to other Mediterranean restaurants.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 sowellman79 4 years ago on Google
    I get the combo plate and its great. Also the best falafel I've ever had
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David M. 1 year ago on Google
    Really enjoyed this place, first time here. Never could find a parking spot so we went elsewhere. Small restaurant but good food and atmosphere. Our waiter ( Mohammad ) took care of us and our needs. We are the # 25 Shish Kebab and the # 39 Shawarma Combo, this place is off I-10 close to UTEP on Mesa street. We will come back! Try it, you decide! David.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Donald J. 7 years ago on Google
    Wow these gyros sandwich are amazing i always order them by twos
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 B. H. 11 months ago on Google
    Khidmat jayidat shabbat altaeam hqan. Wade baed almusiqaa alsharq awsatiat sayuhasinuha hqan. Good friendly service the food was delicious. But please put some Middle Eastern music will really add a twist.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John C. 5 years ago on Google
    Best service in town

  • 4/5 Surge 1 year ago on Google
    I wonder about this place in it's prime. I can see the location needing a bit of attention. Just some standard maintenance and upkeep. For the food, no major complaints. The falafels we're good. The sandwiches were very good. The curry was ok. It was a bit too limey for me. Good portion though that can probably be shared with a order of falafels. Service was fine. Could have been a bit better.

  • 5/5 Javier E. C. 5 years ago on Google
    Best Mediterranean cuisine in el paso!

  • 5/5 Eric S. 5 years ago on Google
    Shwarma is to die for

  • 5/5 Olga R. 5 years ago on Google
    Excellant food n service.My son was in town visiting from Lom Poc Beach, ca., he really liked it.

  • 5/5 Rami Reddy S. 5 years ago on Google
    Delicious food

  • 5/5 Valerie H. 5 years ago on Google
    Best falafel in town!

  • 4/5 Donna B. 5 years ago on Google
    Food was very good but place is a little run down

  • 5/5 Rocío F. 5 years ago on Google
    Amazing food and service every time

  • 5/5 Valerie S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food, and staff service very helpful !

  • 5/5 Jana 5 months ago on Google
    Gyro had soft meat and pita bread and was good all around. The curry we were given was not your standard tomato based curry but a greenish/lime flavored curry so that was unexpected. It was good in it's own way but avoid if you aren't in the mood for a sour/citrus curry.

  • 4/5 pariscarrotcake p. 5 months ago on Google
    A very cute but small place , the food was good and the only employee was very efficient. Family owned place.

  • 5/5 Siddharth S. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome wraps! We ordered wraps for 16 people and they were so soft, tasty and warm. spicy sauce that cane with it was perfect. We were traveling via el paso and this restaurant made our day. Will definitely stop by next time when in el paso

  • 5/5 Tasha 10 months ago on Google
    Decided to check this spot out. The pics of their dishes don't do the actual food justice, although it is exactly what you get, and it was delicious. 😋

  • 1/5 Zach B. 2 years ago on Google
    Unimpressed by lack of hospitality. It felt like eating in a school gymnasium. The food does not warrant being overpriced.

  • 1/5 Heather C. 2 years ago on Google
    We came in a half an hour before closing and they were cleaning up. We offered to leave but they said they could do a Togo... we should have left. I had the Vegetarian Plate and it was nearly inedible. The baba ganoush was burned and then puréed and tasted like cigarette ash . I had my partner taste The falafel smelled foul and one bite confirmed that it was either rancid or had been stored with chemicals... I can’t remember the last time I spit out food, but there was no choice. I was able to eat the dolmas and hummus, though neither made up for the aforementioned missteps. As a restaurant owner and chef, I understand mistakes can be made... orders can be switched, food may sit and get cold...but this was inexcusable. I sincerely hope they get a better handle on their quality control

  • 5/5 Elva M. 2 years ago on Google
    The chicken with curry sauce is delish. Friendly staff.

  • 4/5 Ivonne S. 11 months ago on Google
    Great food. Fast service. Tabouli/Tabbouleh salad was delicious.

  • 2/5 Jade T. 1 year ago on Google
    No air. Table was sticky. The napkins were empty. The containers for sugars were really dirty. The chairs were uncomfortable. My falafel tasted like it was mostly microwaved. The place generally didnt seem well taken care of.

  • 1/5 Ric M. 1 year ago on Google
    We will not eat here again. Im sure there are better Mediterranean options. No A/C. NOT CLEAN. DRINKS TASTED OFF. FROZEN FRIES. SO SAD TBH. BAKLAVA WAS AN INSULT.

  • 3/5 Angela C. 1 year ago on Google
    The taste overall was good, the meat portion was adequate and the rice was very good..But, it doesn't come with pita bread I guess that was extra.

  • 5/5 Alex G. 1 year ago on Google
    Consistently tasty middle eastern food. Have tried several plates and never disappointed

  • 4/5 Cecilia A. 4 years ago on Google
    Good food!

  • 5/5 Helen De T. 4 years ago on Google
    This place is always amazing! Parking stinks, but the food is delightful!!! So worth it!!!

  • 4/5 Robyn H. 4 years ago on Google
    One of my favorite locations for quality Mediterranean food. Next time I'll be back with my friends. The bill was well within reason for the quality. I see why this place has so many great reviews.

  • 5/5 Connor W. 4 years ago on Google
    mediterranean food... very satisfying. Service is always timely even when they have a full house. It has a good atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Sydney C. 4 years ago on Google
    One if my favorite places in ELP. My mom always brought me here when I was a kid and im so happy it's still there. It definitely means they're doing something right!

  • 5/5 Michael W. 4 years ago on Google
    A preferred spot for Mediterranean food. i was so stuffed. prices were fair for the quality of the food. menu is like a cafe in indianapolis i loved.

  • 5/5 Tracie K. 4 years ago on Google
    mediterranean food... my preferred treat. i love it here. the staff was sociable and attentive.

  • 5/5 Aubrey M. 4 years ago on Google
    Absolutely love this place! Food is amazing and service is friendly

  • 5/5 Gwen S. 4 years ago on Google
    Really enjoyed the Veggie platter with hummus, falafel, babaganoush, and tabouli. The babaganoush was very good and the falafel was fresh and tender. Hot soft pitas to go with it. So good!

  • 1/5 Matthew L. 3 years ago on Google
    Would not disclose gluten info on gyro meat. ??‍♂️

  • 3/5 HaileYesus B. 3 years ago on Google
    Not what it was 3 years ago but still the best Westside and beyond.

  • 5/5 Michael W. 4 years ago on Google
    Best in Town. The babaganoush! Out of this world!

  • 4/5 M 4 years ago on Google
    Great food! Also the best green chili sauce in town! Service is sometimes spotty but it's such a small space it works...got to try! Ask them to bring back Kunafa!!!

  • 4/5 Shelly H. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent food

  • 5/5 stg12 t. 4 years ago on Google
    Loved lamb sandwich and rice

  • 5/5 Mary Vicky F. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food

  • 5/5 Misbah A. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food!

  • 5/5 Daniel D. 4 years ago on Google
    The Falafel is delicious

  • 5/5 Ghoson Gus Haddad, J. 4 years ago on Google
    The BEST Arabic restaurant here!

  • 5/5 J W. 4 years ago on Google
    Yum

  • 5/5 Guillermo F. 4 years ago on Google
    Have been coming here for many years. You'll never find better rice, anywhere. They dishes are always made with very fresh ingredients. Staff is very accommodating and the best thing, prices are low. If you don't know what to eat try any of their sandwiches.

  • 5/5 Maria C. 4 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 5/5 Jayden K. 4 years ago on Google
    Mediterranean food and the setting at this spot is very good. I really loved this place.

  • 5/5 Eric S. 4 years ago on Google
    mediterranean food, delicious. Nice place to think about business. Service is consistently good. The bill was appropriate for the quality. Feels similar to a restaurant in New York I liked.

  • 5/5 isamara second h. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the meditarania food

  • 5/5 Geoff W. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food and service.

  • 5/5 Martha A. 4 years ago on Google
    All the food was delicious

  • 4/5 Cynthia E. 4 years ago on Google
    Yum! This place never disappoints!

  • 5/5 Adriana C. 4 years ago on Google
    Good size portions and very prompt and nice service!

  • 5/5 NA C. 5 years ago on Google
    Great food and service


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout

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