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I agree with much of what has been written in previous reviews: don't be put off by the sketchy look of the shopping center, the people are very warm and welcoming, and the food is excellent.We both ordered kabob plates, which included beef kabobs for him and one Adana and one Chicken Tikka for me. Both had a generous amount of very tasty rice, hummus, and a nice salad, along with a huge flatbread.Everything was delicious. The Adana kebab was beef-based with complex seasoning, and the Tikka was quite good. Rice tends to be an afterthought for me in meals, but the rice they serve (with Saffron, I think) was so good I paid way more attention to it than I usually do.The portions were generous, and we took quite a bit home. The Baklava was acceptable but not outstanding, and the two pieces were rather small for the price ($2.50).The complimentary hot tea (a choice of Earl Grey or Black with Cardamom) is a nice touch, especially on this chilly day.I was a little taken aback to be served on paper or foam plates, and the Christmas theme of ours today was a comic touch, but the food was so good, the service so warm, and the portions so generous that I didn't mind.See all photos from Mary L. for USTA KABABGY8/31/2021Previous reviewWhen we arrived, there was a wonderfully lively atmosphere, courtesy of a large group of friendly women, most of them in head scarves, with their kids. In a place like this, to be one of few customers speaking English made me suspect the food was going to be authentic and delicious.We were not disappointed. Two of us split a Greek Salad and a Adana kebab plate, and had enough to take home for an extra meal. Everything was fresh and very tasty. I don't know how they cooked the rice, usually the forgettable part of the meal, but even that was unusually good.Excellent and healthy food and great atmosphere. We'll be back.Read moreAnya Z.Elite 2022Austin, TX706711186/9/20221 photoSo cute and so authentic! Definitely in a more sketchy plaza but the people are soo sweet and welcoming.My friends shared a plate but I got my own and also shared a Mediterranean pizza (apologies I forgot the correct name) as well as some naan. I was really trying not to finish my plate because it was a lot of food but ended up eating most of it! The spicy kebab isn't as spicy as I was hoping, but that didn't take away from the great amount of flavor.Love that I found this authentic spot, will definitely be returning for my fixinsHallie S.Elite 2022Austin, TX46108810/31/20221 photoThe best authentic halal restaurant I have had in Austin. Everything about the meal was delicious & left feeling satisfied. I had the chicken tikka with double rice & it came with the most delicious homemade garlic sauce & a hot sauce. The chicken was tender & full of flavor. I could eata whole bowl of the rice on its own too, perfectly done. This is now my go to spot. Staff was incredibly attentive, informative, & kind as well.Chicken Tikka with double rice, Pita, Chicken Kebab with rice and house salad. garlic sauce, hot sauce.