I wish I could rate lower. Also, in the downtown business district... to have only ONE person running a restaurant at noon is insane. The wait was horrible, even to order. We were 2nd in line. She took the 1st order and made it before taking ours. Didn't event take our entire order. Took my partners order (for what he was covering), left me waiting to place my order, and started making his.Nothing was cooked "fresh." Everything was literally microwaved in the back. We could hear the door being opened and closed and the "beep beep beep" of the key pad and the timer. We wanted to just cancel and get a refund, but we're in our work uniforms and didn't want things to get weird.The first order was paid for by my coworker, which was our lunch. We ordered a *large* "world famous hummus" with pita appetizer, expecting to take the leftovers home. $12.99 for a 12oz togo bowl less than half full. But I guess the extra $8 was for visual appeal - it was "pretty." It was definitely NOT fresh-made in-house.I ordered a traditional Gyro, no veggies, and asked if they would add "feta cheese" (specifically asked for feta and said I didn't mind paying more since it wasn't listed as an ingredient). She said yes. My coworker ordered the beef schwarma. Each was over $12 without sides. I added a side of rice, which ended up being $6.99 for about 8-10oz bowl of basic yellow rice, wasn't even Arabic or Middle Eastern style rice. My partner added fries, which was also $6.99, and it was half the size of a large waffle fry at Chick-fil-A.As said before, I also wanted to place an order for Togo to take home to my family. Couldn't even place that order until our food came out. The menu listed "Tyropita" as available as two options - with cheese or spinach (which would be spanikopita). I ordered a 6pc of each. That's when she informs me that "it's all together, the cheese and spinach." OK, so it's spanikopita, not tyropita. I placed my Togo order and sat down to eat my lunch. When I unwrapped my gyro.... it was half cold Donner slices - WITH AMERICAN CHEESE half melted over the top. And what wasn't "melted" was the dry and crusty edges, like it had been left uncovered... for a long time uncovered. Nope. Maybe that's how you trick a kid into eating something, but I have actually had Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes all over and never ONCE has it involved "American Pasturized Processed Cheese Food".I asked the lady if they had feta cheese (kinda the standard) or not - since we were charged THREE DOLLARS for it. Three dollars for a slice of American cheese. She did remake the sandwich and with feta.The next whattheflock moment was her bringing out a box of frozen tyropita saying she "found some" and asked if I still wanted one order of each. I was stunned speechless. They charge these prices, and everything is pre-made and frozen! The gyro/Donner meat was pre-cooked, then refrigerated, then microwaved halfway warm (still refrigerator cold in the middle).My coworker's schwarma was absolutely flavorless. No seasoning or herbs or spices whatsoever.Also, I don't think the wooden platters the food came on are food service approved. It's unsealed/unfinished wood, which you really can't sanitize to commercial use standards.We spent $60 on lunch, and I spent $23 on microwaved Spanikopita and Tyropita. Will post pics of everything!PLEASE GO ELSEWHERE. This place could be so much more if they were willing to make the effort.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
Dr. B
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Ishtar Mediterranean Cuisine in Fargo, and I must say that it was a delightful culinary experience filled with exquisite Mediterranean flavors.From the moment I walked into the restaurant, I was greeted with a warm and inviting ambiance. The decor and atmosphere at Ishtar create a charming and relaxing setting, perfect for enjoying a flavorful Mediterranean meal.The menu at Ishtar offers a wide variety of traditional Mediterranean dishes that are prepared with authenticity and care. Every bite was bursting with flavors that transported me to the vibrant streets of the Mediterranean. From hearty kebabs and juicy shawarmas to flavorful falafels and fresh salads, there is something to please every palate.The quality of the ingredients used at Ishtar is exceptional. The vibrant and fresh vegetables, tender meats, and fragrant herbs and spices all come together to create a harmonious symphony of tastes. Each dish is beautifully presented and showcases the chef's meticulous attention to detail.The service at Ishtar is impeccable. The staff is friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. They were more than happy to make recommendations and accommodate any dietary restrictions or preferences. The waitstaff ensured that our dining experience was seamless and that we felt well taken care of throughout our meal.Another highlight of Ishtar is their generous portion sizes. The servings are ample, ensuring that you leave the restaurant fully satisfied. The value for money is incredible considering the high quality of the food and the portion sizes provided.I also appreciate the fact that Ishtar offers a variety of vegetarian and vegan options. Their commitment to catering to different dietary needs adds an extra level of appeal to the restaurant, making it a perfect choice for individuals with specific dietary requirements.Note: This review is based on my personal experience and may vary depending on individual preferences.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mixed Platter, World Famous Hummus, Kebab, Falafel Appetizer, Mixed Grill Platter, Greek Gyro, Chunk Lamb Tikka, Samosa
Sumaiya Nasim
Absolutely loved it! The food was so delicious and good quantity. Thank you for the delicious meal!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jacob Radke
So good and super helpful and friendly staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Greek Gyro
Johnny Laughon
The best Indian food in Fargo hands down. I love samosas with chuteny. The other dishes are very yummy also. A chef told me to check this place out and he was right. I'd give it 10 stars if i
When you can smell the food from outside, you know it's going to be a great place to eat. I'm at Ishtar 3-4 times a month and every visit is better than the last one. Great food, great atmosphere, great customer service and everything else that comes with the restaurant. Ameen is awesome and makes some great dishes! He's always checking in on his customers to make sure they enjoyed their meals. Keep up the great work and great food! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nicole Pearlstein
Gorgeous place, great for, very
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Greek Gyro
Elizabeth Armour
Great food and wonderful gluten and dairy free options. Service was fantastic and super helpful with dietary questions. I would highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Julia De Guzman
The people who work here are very welcoming! The food was just okay, though. I wished there was a bit more seasoning in the food, considering we all paid around $20 per order.
This place is unique. I love the crepes and the ice rolls
Connor Stack (CanisR3X)
This restaurant is amazing, I was hesitant to try at first, but now I regret waiting so long to try it. The staff are friendly and the food is deliciousParking: Timed street parking but there's a parking garage a block away, it's free on weekends and stays less than 2 hours.
So I have not really tried everything but I will how ever request you try the samosas the vegetable samosas are my favorite my ex wife preferred the beef and chicken samosas - I just tried the shawarma about a week ago I enjoyed it - I prefer Syrian restaurants for my shawarma but the guy at Ishtar really blew my mind with how good a job he did - ISHTAR if u love ur family bring them here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Shawarma
Ghazanfar “GJ” Abidi
Greek Gyros are good.. the chicken version especially. Mediterranean Burger wasn't bad either.
Wonderful food, friendly service. We will stop by again soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Shawarma, Greek Gyro, Fries
I wish I could rate lower. Also, in the downtown business district... to have only ONE person running a restaurant at noon is insane. The wait was horrible, even to order. We were 2nd in line. She took the 1st order and made it before taking ours. Didn't event take our entire order. Took my partners order (for what he was covering), left me waiting to place my order, and started making his.Nothing was cooked "fresh." Everything was literally microwaved in the back. We could hear the door being opened and closed and the "beep beep beep" of the key pad and the timer. We wanted to just cancel and get a refund, but we're in our work uniforms and didn't want things to get weird.The first order was paid for by my coworker, which was our lunch. We ordered a *large* "world famous hummus" with pita appetizer, expecting to take the leftovers home. $12.99 for a 12oz togo bowl less than half full. But I guess the extra $8 was for visual appeal - it was "pretty." It was definitely NOT fresh-made in-house.I ordered a traditional Gyro, no veggies, and asked if they would add "feta cheese" (specifically asked for feta and said I didn't mind paying more since it wasn't listed as an ingredient). She said yes. My coworker ordered the beef schwarma. Each was over $12 without sides. I added a side of rice, which ended up being $6.99 for about 8-10oz bowl of basic yellow rice, wasn't even Arabic or Middle Eastern style rice. My partner added fries, which was also $6.99, and it was half the size of a large waffle fry at Chick-fil-A.As said before, I also wanted to place an order for Togo to take home to my family. Couldn't even place that order until our food came out. The menu listed "Tyropita" as available as two options - with cheese or spinach (which would be spanikopita). I ordered a 6pc of each. That's when she informs me that "it's all together, the cheese and spinach." OK, so it's spanikopita, not tyropita. I placed my Togo order and sat down to eat my lunch. When I unwrapped my gyro.... it was half cold Donner slices - WITH AMERICAN CHEESE half melted over the top. And what wasn't "melted" was the dry and crusty edges, like it had been left uncovered... for a long time uncovered. Nope. Maybe that's how you trick a kid into eating something, but I have actually had Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes all over and never ONCE has it involved "American Pasturized Processed Cheese Food".I asked the lady if they had feta cheese (kinda the standard) or not - since we were charged THREE DOLLARS for it. Three dollars for a slice of American cheese. She did remake the sandwich and with feta.The next whattheflock moment was her bringing out a box of frozen tyropita saying she "found some" and asked if I still wanted one order of each. I was stunned speechless. They charge these prices, and everything is pre-made and frozen! The gyro/Donner meat was pre-cooked, then refrigerated, then microwaved halfway warm (still refrigerator cold in the middle).My coworker's schwarma was absolutely flavorless. No seasoning or herbs or spices whatsoever.Also, I don't think the wooden platters the food came on are food service approved. It's unsealed/unfinished wood, which you really can't sanitize to commercial use standards.We spent $60 on lunch, and I spent $23 on microwaved Spanikopita and Tyropita. Will post pics of everything!PLEASE GO ELSEWHERE. This place could be so much more if they were willing to make the effort.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Ishtar Mediterranean Cuisine in Fargo, and I must say that it was a delightful culinary experience filled with exquisite Mediterranean flavors.From the moment I walked into the restaurant, I was greeted with a warm and inviting ambiance. The decor and atmosphere at Ishtar create a charming and relaxing setting, perfect for enjoying a flavorful Mediterranean meal.The menu at Ishtar offers a wide variety of traditional Mediterranean dishes that are prepared with authenticity and care. Every bite was bursting with flavors that transported me to the vibrant streets of the Mediterranean. From hearty kebabs and juicy shawarmas to flavorful falafels and fresh salads, there is something to please every palate.The quality of the ingredients used at Ishtar is exceptional. The vibrant and fresh vegetables, tender meats, and fragrant herbs and spices all come together to create a harmonious symphony of tastes. Each dish is beautifully presented and showcases the chef's meticulous attention to detail.The service at Ishtar is impeccable. The staff is friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. They were more than happy to make recommendations and accommodate any dietary restrictions or preferences. The waitstaff ensured that our dining experience was seamless and that we felt well taken care of throughout our meal.Another highlight of Ishtar is their generous portion sizes. The servings are ample, ensuring that you leave the restaurant fully satisfied. The value for money is incredible considering the high quality of the food and the portion sizes provided.I also appreciate the fact that Ishtar offers a variety of vegetarian and vegan options. Their commitment to catering to different dietary needs adds an extra level of appeal to the restaurant, making it a perfect choice for individuals with specific dietary requirements.Note: This review is based on my personal experience and may vary depending on individual preferences.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mixed Platter, World Famous Hummus, Kebab, Falafel Appetizer, Mixed Grill Platter, Greek Gyro, Chunk Lamb Tikka, Samosa
Absolutely loved it! The food was so delicious and good quantity. Thank you for the delicious meal!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So good and super helpful and friendly staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Greek Gyro
The best Indian food in Fargo hands down. I love samosas with chuteny. The other dishes are very yummy also. A chef told me to check this place out and he was right. I'd give it 10 stars if i
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tabbouleh, Red Torshi Salad, Lamb Shank, Chicken Shawarma, Kebab, Falafel Appetizer, Falafel Wrap, Baklava, Beef Shawarma, Mixed Grill Platter, Chunk Lamb Tikka, Samosa
When you can smell the food from outside, you know it's going to be a great place to eat. I'm at Ishtar 3-4 times a month and every visit is better than the last one. Great food, great atmosphere, great customer service and everything else that comes with the restaurant. Ameen is awesome and makes some great dishes! He's always checking in on his customers to make sure they enjoyed their meals. Keep up the great work and great food! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gorgeous place, great for, very
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Greek Gyro
Great food and wonderful gluten and dairy free options. Service was fantastic and super helpful with dietary questions. I would highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The people who work here are very welcoming! The food was just okay, though. I wished there was a bit more seasoning in the food, considering we all paid around $20 per order.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This place is unique. I love the crepes and the ice rolls
This restaurant is amazing, I was hesitant to try at first, but now I regret waiting so long to try it. The staff are friendly and the food is deliciousParking: Timed street parking but there's a parking garage a block away, it's free on weekends and stays less than 2 hours.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Shawarma, Greek Gyro, Fries
Excellent
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So I have not really tried everything but I will how ever request you try the samosas the vegetable samosas are my favorite my ex wife preferred the beef and chicken samosas - I just tried the shawarma about a week ago I enjoyed it - I prefer Syrian restaurants for my shawarma but the guy at Ishtar really blew my mind with how good a job he did - ISHTAR if u love ur family bring them here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Shawarma
Greek Gyros are good.. the chicken version especially. Mediterranean Burger wasn't bad either.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Greek Gyro