“ I tried the chicken fasha here, and it was amazing — rich, flavorful, and served piping hot in a stone bowl. What really stood out was the giant, freshly baked bread that came with it — soft on the inside with a perfect char and black seeds on top. The dish looked as good as it tasted — great presentation and even better flavor. The restaurant was quiet, clean, and had a cozy atmosphere. Highly recommend if you’re craving something hearty and authentic! ”

“ Very tasty authentic middle eastern cuisine. Pleasant, well cleaned, and comfortable atmosphere. So much too choose from, your mouth will water as soon as the smell entices you. I got the chicken shawarma tonight with seasoned fries with a special dip, taste like a seasoned yogurt sauce, very delicious and accents this mouthwatering sandwich. Best hot tea in the area, a free gift for those willing to dine out at a unique restaurant. A five star. ”

“ I’m very happy that we took the 20 minute trek off the highway to visit this place! We got to enjoy an authentic Middle Eastern meal that was outstanding! We took a couple of stars away for atmosphere. The space is large with many tables, we visited around 2pm (not lunch time, not dinner time either) and since there was no music playing it was very quiet. A little background noise would have made the experience better. We ordered the Foul Moudammas (mashed fava beans served with a large tandoori flatbread) and the Lamb Haneeth (served with rice and an eggplant & okra side). We grabbed a smoothie to go. Everything was delicious and we’re so pleased that we came. Next time we’re driving through, we will definitely come back here!! ”

“ This was our first time at a Yemini restaurant. We love to try different types of foods and this restaurant did not disappoint. We tried the fassolia and the baba ghanoush. The meals came with a freshly baked large round flat bread and a salad. Both very good. My only criticism is that I thought that the fassolia would have more flavor. ”

“ Found this gem of a place on Google during a long journey back home. Hosam was attentive and helped with our choices. We asked for half portions and they obliged. For starters Hosam bought out a delicious Lamb soup and salad. For mains we ordered Lamb Haneeth and Chicken Muhammar. The portion sizes were huge so go hungry... YES even the half portions. We didn't manage to finish any of our meals! The Royal Araisy Smoothie is definitely an acquired taste. The service was exceptionally quick and with a smile. The place was spotless and well lit. Rarely do we see bathrooms as clean as these ones. The men’s bathroom had bidets. Free street parking is available. Definitely worth a visit. ”

“ Still thinking about this meal!!! My husband (who’s Moroccan) said this is the best lamb he’s had in the U.S., which says a lot. I had the chicken with babaganoush and hummus, it was absolutely delicious. The broth they serve with it is so cozy, and the house salad was super fresh. Honestly, everything hit the spot. Highly recommended, We’ll definitely be back ”

“ Delicious food with very friendly service. It easily exceeded expectations, from appetizers to the main dishes, and conveyed a warm sense of hospitality not just from the cuisine but also the staff serving it. The quality and flavor of the food, with an unexpected highlight being the fresh bread, surpasses the vast majority of what you will find at most other Middle Eastern eateries across the country, including in medium sized and some large cities. It’s truly a gem in Utica and it’ll be a staple every time I visit. ”

“ Absolutely amazing! Some of the best Arabian I have ever had! The lamb soup was flavored to perfection. ”