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Nothing can be better than trying nicely cooked chicken and good chicken shawarma. Imagine a combination of tasty dishes and the accommodating staff, this is exactly what BATATA offers. The professional service is something these restaurateurs care about. This place offers you fair prices for delicious meals. As many guests state, the atmosphere is cozy. This spot is ranked 4.3 within the Google grading system.
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Tamer Kachour
2 months ago on Google
Great place to have a mix of Lebanese food and Belgian fries. Very good service also, would definitely recommend! Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
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Shireen
3 months ago on Google
I loved this place! The food, the vibes, and the staff are all just amazing. We ordered fries sandwiches and they were super good, the taste is not something you’d have in any other frituur They also sell the Lebanese top juice which my nephew was so happy to find! The atmosphere is really nice and the staff were very friendly I highly recommend this place and i will definitely go again to try their Lebanese shawarma! Price per person: €1–10 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Vegetarian options: The fries /batata rolls are amazing and fully vegetarian
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Elias Gh
4 months ago on Google
I usually don’t write negative reviews، in fact, out of more than 50 cities I’ve visited, I’ve only written one (in Manchester). So this is officially my second and I wish it didn’t have to be. I genuinely think the concept needs to be rethought, because in its current form it risks losing customers day by day. A Belgian-style frituur mixed with Lebanese cuisine sounds exciting on paper, but execution is everything،،، and unfortunately, things felt quite disconnected. Let’s start with the basics: The tables could definitely use more attention in terms of cleanliness. Service speed also needs improvement. We waited about 5 minutes just to place an order, and then around 30 minutes for the food on a Tuesday. I’m slightly afraid to imagine a Saturday!!!! Now, the food: Fries: Very inconsistent. It almost feels like they depend on the mood of whoever is frying them that day. I ordered a medium portion and got roughly three-quarters of it, and sadly, they were overcooked and dry ...likely refried multiple times. Fries should never feel like they’ve lived several lives before reaching the plate. Falafel: Beautiful color and crunch but no flavor. It looked promising, but tasted like a missed opportunity. Hummus: It tasted like everything except hummus. It gave the impression of being adjusted from a ready-made base rather than freshly prepared. Kibbeh: Overfried, oily, and very likely frozen beforehand ،،، which would explain the excess oil. A difficult combination to pull off, but somehow achieved here. Tabbouleh: Adding red onion and pomegranate isn’t really creative .... just not traditional. It felt more like a parsley salad than tabbouleh. Also, pomegranate molasses seemed to appear everywhere I wouldn’t be surprised to find it in the cola if given the chance !!! Shawarma: This one made me smile. My friend ordered it, and I instinctively looked for the shawarma spit which didn’t exist. That explained everything. It felt more like sautéed or grilled meat pieces, lacking the signature flavor. Fries inside and (again) pomegranate molasses didn’t help. Garlic sauce: Very generous perhaps a bit too generous. It was strong enough to introduce itself before the food arrived. Hygiene-wise: There’s room for improvement. One of the kitchen staff seemed quite new and wasn’t wearing a hair covering. Loose hair and long sleeves moving through sauces and salad ingredients made the experience less appetizing. At some point, it genuinely felt like the dominant flavor note was (white sleeves)... Prices: Prices aren’t really an issue for me. I’m happy to pay for something truly delicious. But I was honestly surprised to find food that tasted like something you could get better from a supermarket and cook at home. Service (again): A smile goes a long way. You should try to be more welcoming and friendly with customers،،، it felt like the team was a bit half-asleep. There was no apology for the delay, and not even a kind word. A little warmth can really change the whole experience. Final thought: There is potential here. The idea itself is interesting, but it really needs refinement, consistency, and more attention to detail. With some adjustments, this place could turn things around. Meal type: Dinner Price per person: €20–30 Food: 1 Service: 1
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Middle Eastern
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Price range per person
€10 - €20
Address
Kardinaal Mercierlei 94, Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium
Features
Сredit cards accepted
Takeaway
Opening hours
| SundaySun | 4:30PM-10:30PM |
| MondayMon | Closed |
| TuesdayTue | 5PM-10PM |
| WednesdayWed | 5PM-10PM |
| ThursdayThu | 5PM-10PM |
| FridayFri | 5PM-10:30PM |
| SaturdaySat | 4:30PM-10:30PM |
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