Even though I’m a picky eater, I love food and I’m always down to try a new restaurant. Naf Naf Grill might single handily be one of my favorite restaurants. If you’ve never been think of it as a Mediterranean/Middle Eastern version of Chipotle.
Here are eight reasons why I think Naf Naf Grill is the best!
1. So many choices
It has the same concept, you meet the person that give you the base of your meal. Which may consist of rice, couscous, lettuce, hummus, veggie fest or have it all stuffed in a pita. Then you move on to your protein. At the two locations in Michigan they have the option of steak shawarma, chicken shawarma or my new favorite falafel. Then if that wasn’t enough you have the option of toppings and sauces. You can choose between a mixture of sumac onions, purple cabbage, pickles, tomato and cucumber salad, garlic, tahini, amba (which is a pickled mango sauce), s’khug (is a blend of jalapeno and spices) and harissa (a blend of red chili peppers and Middle Eastern seasonings).
2. Unique twist
While some people may not consider this “real” Mediterranean/Middle Eastern cuisine it offers a unique twist on traditional Mediterranean/Middle Eastern cuisine.
3. Fresh Pita Bread
Unlike Chiptole or Qdoba where their tortilla’s a premade, Naf Naf Grill makes theirs fresh though out the day. You can even see them do it while you’re waiting in line.
4. Dessert
One of the best things about Naf Naf Grill is that they have the God of desserts. Baklava!!! I guess you can tell that I really like Baklava, you can purchase it in an individual serving or a package to share with friends. Or not.
5. Huge portions
Two people could easily share a meal from Naf Naf which is great because sharing is caring!
6. Sides
While Chiptole and Qdoba only have chips and salsa as their side Naf Naf Grill offers rice, soup and fries!! But unlike your traditional fries their fries are more in chip form. But believe me, they don’t disappoint.
7. Flavor
I’m one who likes several kinds of food. Even though I’m really picky. I love how much flavor Naf Naf Grill uses in their cooking.
8. Uniqueness
While it’s easy to go to your local mom and pop Mediterranean/Middle Eastern restaurant, I like the uniqueness of Naf Naf Grill. You don’t have to wait 15-20 mins for the restaurant to prepare your food. And you don’t have to call ahead, while you can order online, it’s really not necessary.
So, if you have a Naf Naf Grill in your area I suggest you go and give it a shot. I can 100% guarantee you that you won’t be upset. I’ve learned that other states have other options of Israeli Salad, tabouli, beef, chicken, schnitzel and kabobs. As well as having the option of a plate rather than a bowl. Does this mean that I have to visit a location out state to try other options? Possibly. Possibly.
