Gyros Etc. doesn’t abbrieviate quality
The gyros supreme for Gyros Etc.
Gyros Etc., 7006 Northwest Expressway, might be the worst location in the city, but it also might be the best Mediterranean/Middle Eastern food in the city.
Their gyros are amazing. They come in regular and supreme. I can’t resist the supreme, which head cook Sam Mahmoud is happy to turn up the heat on if you give him the word. Take your normal gyros sandwich and add grilled onions and peppers, black olives and a massive amount of tzatziki sauce.
Falafel sandwich from Gyros Etc.
But the real find is the falafel. Faddee Mondalek grew up in Lebanon. He only eats falafel from Sam Mahmoud, no exceptions. And it’s no wonder, no matter how far in advance you call, Sam refuses to make it in advance. When you pull up to the old fotomat-esque building, the batter goes into the oil. Usually, Sam will toss you a sample while you wait. He also will turn up the heat if you ask.
The hummus is phenomenal. It’s incredibly thick, almost like cream cheese. It’s dotted with sambal, and you’ll find yourself eating it until you’re uncomfortable. Sam also makes homemade cabbage rolls and a variety of kebabs.
On the downside, skip the fries. No matter how good they sound, skip them. On the upside, there’s a Chik-Fil-A next door, typically I show up to pay so Sam can start the falafel, then hustle over for a couple orders of waffle fries, which gives him time to finish Lori’s falafel sandwich. She really won’t eat them anywhere else. At least, not with the same anticipation.
To order call, 720-1667.
Have you been to Gyros Etc.? Let me know what you thought.
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Comments
That’s just a few blocks from my house and I have become a big fan recently. I agree on the fries — they’re too busy making great sandwiches to worry about the fries — but everything else is golden.
A warning, though, to all of you heat-fanatics out there. Spicy means spicy. Like Thai food spicy. It’s good, but you need to know what you’re getting into.
I still love Zorba’s, new and old. Say what you will, but their warm, freshly-made pita, persian salad and tomato and artichoke bisque can’t be beat. And with Flamenco dancing and a glass of wine thrown in….well, you know where to find me on Friday nights.
These gyros look great! I would love to visit this restaurant, it seems delicious!
Bella from Westchester
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