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A BYOB cafe serving Mediterranean dishes, with a hookah bar & weekly belly dancing show.
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Address: 207 W Gray St a, Houston, TX 77002
Phone: (713) 651-0939
Website: https://www.cafelayalmidtowntx.com//
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Reviews
hanieh nasrollahi
This restaurant is mediocre compared to other Arabic restaurants in Houston. The food is good, but the menu is not diverse. They only offer a limited variety of common Arabic and Middle Eastern food. I prefer Layal at Hilcroft to this one. They have much more beautiful atmosphere and a menu with a very good variety of options.
… moreMidhun Peter
an absolute delight—it immediately brought back the vibrant sights, sounds, and flavors of my past trips to Dubai and the Middle East. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was simply captivating. The decor and ambiance truly captured that distinct, elegant, yet warm Middle Eastern hospitality.
The food was the true star, of course. Every dish, from the fragrant , mixed grilled kebabs was authentic and prepared with incredible care. The flavors were so rich and layered; they tasted just as I remember them from the bustling souks and fine dining spots in Dubai. The mixture was the perfect sweet finish.
The service was impeccable—attentive, gracious, and welcoming, perfectly mirroring the exceptional hospitality you find in the region.
If you’re looking for an unforgettable meal that offers a genuine culinary escape, look no further. It’s more than just a dinner; it’s a nostalgic journey. Highly recommended!
… moreThe food was the true star, of course. Every dish, from the fragrant , mixed grilled kebabs was authentic and prepared with incredible care. The flavors were so rich and layered; they tasted just as I remember them from the bustling souks and fine dining spots in Dubai. The mixture was the perfect sweet finish.
The service was impeccable—attentive, gracious, and welcoming, perfectly mirroring the exceptional hospitality you find in the region.
If you’re looking for an unforgettable meal that offers a genuine culinary escape, look no further. It’s more than just a dinner; it’s a nostalgic journey. Highly recommended!
Cherish
My first time in this establishment after years of passing it by happened to be on a Saturday afternoon around 3pm. The place had a very low occupancy, nice music at a reasonable volume, lots of space and staff members to assist. If you ever thought this was a restaurant, it is more of a co-working space with tasty food. Oh, there’s also smoothies, a fee for BYOB or you can grab a drink from next door and enjoy it here. Pretty cool I thought. I had the pleasure of staying over 6 hours eating Shrimp Kabobs, rice, grilled veggies, and fries that I chose over the hummus. The garlic sauce is delicious!! Their smoothies are very sugarless in taste but watery which is good for hydration, maybe. No complaints other than the $7 price tag. Our servers were attentiveness and pleasant. Lastly, Hookah is a service here, there’s an outdoor covered patio with what I believe were heated lamps. Overall, I enjoyed my time here. I felt comfortable enough to return for work purposes. Thanks Cafe Layal
… moreTaslima Chowdhury
One day in a week We have to go there and seat. Its very much welcoming with special services always. Always reserved table for us. They take care of our choice and taste. Highly recommend. Owner to employees- very much welcoming.
… moreSoulleon Dance Houston
Layal Middle Eastern Restaurant is a gem in Houston. The food is absolutely delicious, fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Everything we ordered was well-seasoned and authentic, and the portions were generous.
The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, perfect for a relaxed meal, and the staff was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. You can really feel the love for the cuisine here, home made breads and all.
Highly recommend if you’re craving quality Middle Eastern food. We’ll definitely be back!
… moreThe atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, perfect for a relaxed meal, and the staff was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. You can really feel the love for the cuisine here, home made breads and all.
Highly recommend if you’re craving quality Middle Eastern food. We’ll definitely be back!
Bailey Mulder
Very good hookah lounge, and it’s BYOB fo a charge. Their hookah is well prepared so this my friend and i’s go to spot.
Food wise, I haven’t eaten here often but the few things I’ve had were fairly decent.
… moreFood wise, I haven’t eaten here often but the few things I’ve had were fairly decent.
Business Limo Houston LLC
Cafe Layal in Midtown Houston is one of our favorite spots to bring clients. Great Middle Eastern food, excellent coffee, and a laid-back atmosphere. As a Houston limo and black car service, we highly recommend it.
… moreJeon
Great place to chill. They have pretty decent Mediterranean food, but not the top notch and price reflects that. My friend likes to go here for hookah all the time, but i cant speak for it since i dont smoke. Staff is very nice and friendly!
… moreTasnim Ara Islam
So, for my birthday, my husband surprised me with a dinner date at this place. We decided to try out Spicy Potatoes, Mixed Grill plate, and Lamb Shank. The food was actually quite delicious! Especially the grilled meat which was so tender and juicy. However, the price was a bit on the expensive side. It’s a popular spot, always bustling with people. Since everyone seems to be enjoying their hookah, the whole place was filled with smoke. We had to wait a while to get a table and even for the food to arrive. However, our waitress was super friendly and made an effort to make us feel comfortable.
… moreSim M
Great option if you have a group looking for hookah + good food. Service was friendly. Was it the best shawarma I’ve had? No. But I’d take the chicken with hummus though which was quite good (when had hot). Mango beverage was spot on! Seating, although ample and standard table-chair, did not have the lounging kind you’d find at hookah lounges. Lighting was on the brighter side (don’t expect a dim hookah place, is what I’m saying). Parking is not free. Just take the valet parking – it’s actually cheaper than self-park.
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