Flame Grill
Flame Grill is a Mediterranean restaurant located at 8154 NW Prairie View Road, Northland. It opened recently, taking over the space formerly occupied by BBQ and Kebab, a Mediterranean eatery that ceased operations months prior. Founded by owner and baker Kholoud Albataineh, Flame Grill offers a menu featuring traditional Mediterranean dishes such as chicken shawarma, falafel, lamb chops, and authentic pastries like her signature baklava crafted with salted garlic ghee. The restaurant caters to both lunch and dinner, providing dine-in and takeout options. Kholoud and her husband Muhamed Bataineh also operate Queen Sweets & Mediterranean Grill, establishing a reputable presence in the local Mediterranean cuisine scene. The launch of Flame Grill contributes to the growing popularity of Mediterranean food in Northland, complementing other new establishments and fueling local economic revitalization through quality offerings and culinary diversity.
News Summary
Flame Grill has opened in Northland, taking over the spot previously occupied by BBQ and Kebab. Owner Kholoud Albataineh offers signature dishes and handmade baklava, reflecting the growing interest in Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant features a diverse menu with options for both dine-in and takeout, aiming to enhance the local culinary scene. Flame Grill joins other recent Mediterranean openings in the area, indicating a rising demand for authentic Mediterranean fare, while contributing to the economic revitalization of Northland.
Northland has welcomed a new culinary destination with the opening of Flame Grill on Monday, located at 8154 NW Prairie View Road. This new restaurant takes over the space previously occupied by BBQ and Kebab, a Mediterranean establishment that ceased operations months ago. The launch of Flame Grill comes at a time when interest in Mediterranean cuisine is growing in the area.
Owner and baker Kholoud Albataineh introduces her signature handmade baklava, which is crafted using creamy, salted garlic ghee. The baklava is composed of layers of phyllo dough prepared to achieve a golden flakiness, filled with a medley of chopped nuts and drizzled with honey. Alongside this sweet treat, the restaurant offers a variety of other Mediterranean pastries, enhancing the dessert options available to patrons.
Flame Grill provides a menu rich in Mediterranean flavors, serving both lunch and dinner with options for dine-in or takeout. Guests can enjoy a diverse selection of dishes including specialties such as butter chicken with rice and pita, chicken shawarma, falafel sandwiches, tabouli, and lamb chops. For starters, customers can choose from appetizers including hummus and pita, stuffed vine leaves, and kebah—oval-shaped stuffed shells packed with beef, pine nuts, and spices.
Kholoud Albataineh and her husband, Muhamed Bataineh, also operate Queen Sweets & Mediterranean Grill, which is situated at 4107 N. Cherry St. This established connection to the local food scene offers customers assurance of quality and expertise in Mediterranean cooking.
The opening of Flame Grill is part of a larger trend observed in Northland, where multiple new Mediterranean restaurants are making their mark. For instance, Zhoug Mediterranean has recently taken over the former d’Bronx location at 3904 Bell St., while Jerusalem Cafe has added a location at 6029 Metcalf Ave. in Mission, also planning for future expansion to the Power & Light area. Additionally, Albeik, a fast-casual restaurant, opened at 13135 State Line Road in late February, further contributing to the Mediterranean dining options in the community.
This growing trend suggests a rising demand for Mediterranean cuisine among local residents, and businesses like Flame Grill are capitalizing on this opportunity by bringing new tastes and flavors to Northland’s culinary landscape. Restaurants like Flame Grill are not only enhancing the variety available to diners but also contributing to the economic revitalization of the area, creating jobs, and attracting more guests to the locale.
As more establishments embrace Mediterranean food offerings, the community can expect to see an increasing number of dining options that reflect the rich cultural heritage surrounding these cuisines. With a focus on quality ingredients and traditional recipes, Flame Grill aims to establish itself as a favored spot for both residents and visitors looking to enjoy authentic Mediterranean fare.
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