Grape Leaves, Foul Medamas, Fried Kibbeh, Kabob Combos, Pepper Steak, Mediterranean Charcoal Grilled Fish, Chicken Hunter Style, Maroosh Scampi
Fine Mediterranean fare with an emphasis on the Middle East is all the rage in tiny Coral Gables now that Maroosh has come to town. Enjoying massive success in its new digs, a two-story historic Moorish building just off Ponce de Leon, Maroosh has proven that there weren't quite enough restaurants in the Gables until now. Recently relocated from Kendall, Maroosh has been received with open arms and praise. Utilitarian ease and an uncomplicated warmth personify both the service and the room, where denizens of power diners congregate amongst swanky, dressed-down socialites and spirited groups. Full-bodied (affordable!) red wines dominate the list, further creating the ideal setting for gathering with friends and family, or enjoying a romantic dinner for two. Decadent platters of hummus, tabbouleh and baba ghanoush are upstaged only by succulent lamb, beef or chicken kabobs. Maroosh, a 25-year veteran of South Florida, has received accolades galore, among being named one of the top restaurants of 2001 by Miamicitysearch.com.