Customers consistently praised the food for being delicious, fresh, and authentic, with many highlighting specific dishes like the chicken shawarma and falafel.
Service
The service received high marks for being friendly, attentive, and accommodating, with several customers mentioning specific staff members who enhanced their dining experience.
Atmosphere
The restaurant is noted for its cozy and inviting atmosphere, making it a great spot for both casual meals and special occasions.
Value
Many reviews highlighted the affordability of the menu, particularly the lunch specials, which offer generous portions for a reasonable price.
Inconsistencies
Some customers reported issues with food temperature and presentation, as well as isolated incidents of food quality that detracted from their overall experience.
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Ellen
Feb 18, 2026
5.0
Chicken shawarma platter comes with pita, salad, hummus, babaganoush, whipped garlic sauce and rice for $18.75 which is a good deal. The babaganoush is very good and has chunks of eggplant.
KK
Kanoa
Feb 13, 2026
5.0
This was my 2nd time here. What really made the experience today was my server, Afnan. She was very knowledgeable about the menu and all of her suggestions were spot on. Afnan was attentive without being overbearing. Excellent from start to finish.
NK
Noia Karr
Feb 12, 2026
5.0
Food is terrific -- my go-to is the chicken shawarma platter (full meal on a plate! delicious pickles!) while my partner goes for the hummus and beet salad. The atmosphere is warm and cozy, and the staff is a bunch of sweethearts -- especially A. behind the bar! (He also has the BEST playlists -- I always come away having Shazam-ed a bunch of cool Arabic-language indie music.) A sweet neighborhood go-to.
SM
Shawn Miller
Feb 8, 2026
5.0
Dining at Dar 525 is always a pleasant experience. The food is great. The atmosphere is comfortable and the staff is always friendly and welcoming. Today was no exception.
VP
Varun Pandian
Feb 8, 2026
5.0
I absolutely love this place! The staff (Afnan and Abdul) are amazing, very sweet and easy to talk to and they provide excellent service. I’ve been several times with different groups of people and everyone always loves coming here. The food is top tier, and best enjoyed in the nice cozy and warm atmosphere of the restaurant. During the summer when outdoor seating is available it gets even better, could not recommend more!