Shawarma King No. 3 - Kalamazoo

This buffet never disappoints. Great place to try a lot of Lebanese Mediterranean food for a low price and discover something new. From vegetarian to carnivore, or in between, there is something delicious to feast. The atmosphere is casual and friendly. I have eaten several times here and can't wait until I'm over again when I'm in Kalamazoo.

When I left, it was very quiet. The rice and the beans here are so amazing. I was thrilled with the quality of rice. It was perfectly plump, soft and so fill. (most places are hard, dried out of heat lamps or not long enough softened) I will definitely meet this place again.

We've always enjoyed dining here with friends and family. The food is consistently delicious, the staff is friendly, and the buffet spread is impressive. However, during peak summer recently, we encountered a rude staff member when we pointed out that one of the dishes was spoiled. We understand that due to COVID-19, food might have been left out longer and that the dining crowd has been reduced. However, when a customer informs you about spoiled food to prevent others from consuming it by mistake, it's actually in your best interest! We didn't even request a refund or a replacement. A few days later, the owner reached out to us and was very kind and understanding. The photos included showcase a few dishes from their menu. The shish kafta is delicious, and the salad is incredibly refreshing – both are must-tries!

Whenever we visit Kalamazoo, we always make a point to stop here! My husband, who is from the Middle East, and I both have a passion for Middle Eastern cuisine and consider ourselves somewhat experts in the field. We've only ever tried the buffet, and as a vegetarian, I'm pleased to say there are plenty of options for me. My husband enjoys the meat dishes, and he's always satisfied with them. They serve the best falafel I've ever had at a restaurant—so light and crispy on the outside, and absolutely delicious. I sampled a bit of everything, except the meat, and everything was fantastic. During my last visit, I even asked them about the type of oil they use because everything tasted so great; I figured it must have something to do with their oil. The buffet is a decent size—not overwhelming, but definitely enough variety. On our most recent visit, the service was excellent; however, during our previous visit, it wasn't as great, as it took a long time to get a drink refill, so I ended up going to get it myself.

Delicious! The chicken shawarma entree is my go-to choice, especially when paired with pita bread. The rice is outstanding too. Occasionally, the chicken can be a bit dry, which is disappointing, but overall this place is fantastic. One entree is more than enough for two meals, thanks to their generous portion sizes, all at very reasonable prices. Their soups are excellent as well. My only suggestion for improvement is to move away from using styrofoam to-go containers. They're flimsy, prone to leaking, and break easily. Additionally, they're harmful to the environment, toxic, and not recyclable. It would be great to see an upgrade to a more sustainable option!