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Pasha Mezze
Pasha Mezze Restaurant, CoffeeHouse and Catering is a family owned Turkish restaurant, which originally opened in Chesapeake in 2003. Initially we sold some grocery items and home decor from Turkey. We also served a couple items to dine in, which eventually raised a demand for variety and expanded seating from our loyal customers. More and more guests returned as they loved the hospitality as much as the food we served. To satisfy the expectations of our clientele and future friends we relied on our original Turkish recipes to prepare dishes that were nourishing and healthy with great taste! From farm to table and organic, whenever we can, our meat is Halal and our Turkish tea is original. Our Baklava, Red Lentil Soup and Hummus are award-winning and our Quinoa Tabouli and Kale Salad are outstanding. The Sunday Brunch offers a unique and tasty menu. We provide delicious Turkish food with Mediterranean and American influences in a warm and inviting environment. Come join us.
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43 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 43 reviews
5 stars
(21)
4 stars
(12)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(26)
- fit for foodies(24)
- great for lunch(16)
- great for brunch(13)
- good for groups(12)
- romantic(12)
Pasha Mezze Reviews List
Review 1 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Consistently excellent Turkish food"
Dined on 6/14/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
pretty good
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was a little disappointed that the online menu had more variety than the updated menu in the restaurant. I chose the restaurant based on what I saw online. The food was pretty good however."
Dined on 6/09/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 3 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Unique
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food u usual, inventive, & healthy."
Dined on 6/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Long time customer
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food great, service slow and poor. I don't want to hear excuses when I pay to be some place I usually Enjoy. Be prepared and do your job."
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice resteraunt
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall a good dining experience. Wait staff seemed a little overwhelmed with diners leading to a long service time. But, food was excellent and I would definitely return, just with a smaller group."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 6 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
A little disappointed
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been to Pasha Meeze before, The front desk hostess was wonderful. She seated us immediately and offered us drinks until our waitress came. The waitress took awhile to come to the table and was very slow in bringing us food. We ordered two appetizers one was the walnut dip which and the other was hummus. The waitress said we could get the dips on one plate but she didn't explain that the hummus would be placed UNDER the walnut dip, so we could not eat both at once We wanted to have a bite of one, then the other. No bread or butter was offered, but another waiter brought it and apologized. Very slow service from the waitress, hardly came to the table."
Dined on 6/01/2013
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Review 7 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Accommodating a strick vegan diet
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"To reverse atherosclerosis we eat no meat, dairy or oil. Normally we call ahead, but here we just showed up. We had about an hour to eat before an orchestra performance. The menu was very compatible with the Esselstyne diet. I had vegetable soup, white rice, a pasta dish, and salad with vinegar for dressing. The coffee was excellent. It was a pleasurable experience. The staff, ambience, menu, and food all support a restaurant interested in providing service."
Dined on 5/29/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nothing Spectacular, but...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed it. It just wasn't one of those places that grabs you; makes you say "wow! let's do this again tomorrow!" Lot's to chose from on the menu... the food tasted pretty good (our first time with Mediterranean) and it was warm enough that we sat out on the patio. They have live music during Sunday Brunch but you can't hear him play from outside. The music we listened sounded like that chant music the monks do... Overall, we did have a good time and an enjoyable meal. Yes, we would definitely visit Pasha Mezze again."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, kid-friendly
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Review 9 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Food - Bit Pricey
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went to eat dinner the other night with my family home from college (party of 7). It was my first time there but my wife and son have been there a couple of times before attending venues in Norfolk. Food was very good, and the atmosphere is notably enjoyable. I really like Turkish tea and their's did not disappoint. The baklava was very good (probably the best I have had). All in all we had a very enjoyable evening together. The cost may be a concern to some though, as we spent over $200 and we do not drink alcohol. If roughly $30 per person sits well with you, and your are looking for good Mediterranean / Anatolian dining, this is a great place to try. I think you'll be glad you went."
Dined on 5/13/2013
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Review 10 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Not worth the wait!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Waited 15 min after time reserved for table, but more than half their tables were empty. We ordered drinks and waited another 10+ minutes for them. Bread came about 10 minutes after that and our orders were finally taken. Over an hour later our food arrived. My mom's salad was lettuce with one slice of tomato. My Mediterranean wrap was quinoa and lettuce, very little flavor. The waitress forgot my side item and I was finished my plate before it arrived. I had to ask for it twice. In addition to that, they were out of ginger ale. On a positive note my husband did enjoy his lamb sandwich. This was my worst restaurant experience ever between the unattentive waitress and the ridiculously long wait for salads and wraps. We will never come back."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 11 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Sadly Disappointed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have raved about this restaurant from the first time I visited it. However, after this visit, I would have to say I am sadly disappointed. They have changed their menu and it isn't the same. The spicy walnut dip was very dry and bland, they had to bring us items that were missing on our platters and they don't offer pita anymore. How can a Turkish restaurant not serve pita? The purpose of our visit was to take an out of town guest who lived in Turkey for years to bring back memories and sadly it didn't do that as she said it wasn't very Turkish.
I still will hold out hopes that they will bring back some of their menu options from the old menu and that pita will make its way back on the list."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Expensive Disappointment
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went here expecting to have a lamb meal on what was the Orthodox Easter. Our appointment was at one pm; when we arrived we were told that lamb was not served until 3pm! Rather than get up, leave, and go to a better choice such as Orapax, we stayed--but it ruined the afternoon for us.
Another thing that turned us off was the maitre'd/ or owner. The gent was dressed like a mafia hit man, nothing elegant or pleasing about his appearance and he was unfriendly as well. We won't recommend or go back."
Dined on 5/05/2013
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Review 13 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The owner was also the host
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The owner was also the host and he was very friendly and helpful. He checked on us several times to see how we were doing. Our server was very attentive and personable and had great recommendations."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A beautiful meal time and again
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love this restaurant and make a habit of going when I am in Norfolk.Fresh and delicious food. And lots of choices for people like me with dietary restrictions.Great ambiance too."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 15 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This Secluded Ghent Gem is
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This Secluded Ghent Gem is a great place to bring a loved one or a colleague or the family to enjoy amazingly prepared and presented cuisine from in and around the Mediterranean and the Middle East. If you go for Brunch be sure to try the artisan bread and the preserves as they are all made in house and a great start to one of their omelets or one of their other brunch dishes! A must go if you find yourself in Norfolk. If you want to try it during the week, do try to go around dinner time to enjoy their signature entrees!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome experience!! Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Awesome experience!! Food was great but I wish there were other options for eggs than poached."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Party of 3. 2 had great experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Party of 3. 2 had great experiences. My food was not great. The lamb chunks - kind of like pulled pork consistency - was served not hot enough at first, after reheating, the lamb was very bland and tasteless. A seasoning shortcoming. Terrific server and foh manager."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
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Review 18 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
DELICIOUS FOOD WITH A VARIED
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"DELICIOUS FOOD WITH A VARIED LIST OF UNIQUE AND VERY ENJOYABLE FOOD.FIRST TIME IN THIS TYPE OF ETHNIC RESTAURANT.......
DEFINITELY SHALL RETURN..."
DEFINITELY SHALL RETURN..."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was pretty good overall.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was pretty good overall. My lamb was a little dry but I had ample hummus to cover it. I brought a date who is vegan and she loved the place."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My wife is gluten intollerant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife is gluten intollerant among other things, and they had a great selection. The waitress was Gluten sensitive as well and gave great recommendations. She was awesome"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First visit for me and my
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First visit for me and my wife and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Menu was wonderful, so we ordered a bit too much. Appetizers were wacky & delicious (some zucchini fritters and another veggie thing that looked vaguely like a crab cake but I've forgotten what it actually was), wines were just right (we had a demon/devil-something merlot), entrees were more food than we needed (grilled salmon and a sampler with beef, chicken & Turkish veal) but delicious and put us over the top. We're ancient, but most customers looked to be urban artsy hipster types. A nice upscale experience at a reasonable price. We'll definitely go back! PS ~ Loved the online reservation system."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 22 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good meal and flavors. My
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good meal and flavors. My favorite was the kofte and I also liked the Maiden Cake, a red lentil cake. All in all, a little expensive for the quality in my book."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 23 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Wasn't impressed with the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wasn't impressed with the food and the service was unattentive"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2010
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Review 24 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You won
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our experience was fantastic! The food was wonderful and the ambiance was superior!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 25 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Brunch with a twist
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Pasha Mezze is one of my favorite brunch spots. One of the many things I like about Pasha is that it's a great place if you have special diet restrictions. If you are vegetarian or gluten free they have delicious offerings for you. The vegetables are fresh and colorful. For meat lovers there are many choices (steak, chicken, lamb). My brunch faves are the maiden tower and the shrimp, crab fiesta. In addition there is an acoustic guitar player strumming gently in the background. The food is Mediterranean with a little twist. We get lost in conversation when we are at Pasha because the atmosphere is so comfy with hanging lanterns, colorful pillows on the benches. The staff is friendly. All in all it makes for a relaxing, tasteful experience."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 26 for Pasha Mezze
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The meal was delicious. Waitress
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The meal was delicious. Waitress pleasant and very knowledgable about the entrees and the wine pairings. Only complaint was that the baklava was soggy, which was a disappointment. Will definitely go again."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Pasha Mezze
Based on the average of (17) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate