The twin brothers behind one of the DFW’s favorite Mediterranean restaurants are preparing to prove that they’re more than just a great buffet. Sam and Wassim Merched have already won over Dallas-area stomachs with Andalous Mediterranean Grill and will further cement their status as culinary hit-makers by opening Andalous Mediterranean Mezze by the end of the year, reports Culture Map Dallas.
The new restaurant will be offering delicious plated meals at 1222 North Central Expressway. Future customers can look forward to selecting from a menu featuring options like lamb chops and beef kebabs, alongside, of course, the titular mezze. Guests will also be able to savor sips from a fresh juice bar or relax with a hookah. The Merched brothers are anticipating opening this December.
For many DFW diners, the Andalous name is synonymous with buffet; the Mercheds have bowled locals over with the restaurant’s vast selection of delicious Mediterranean dishes. However Wassim Merched explains that following the chaos of COVID-19, he felt compelled to try something new. He states: “The pandemic shifted my perspective. I realized we no longer need a 5,000- to 6,000-square-foot footprint to succeed. So I decided to think outside the box. The goal was to create something more dynamic than just grab-and-go.”
