Mawadda customers might think they’re choosing what to eat when they decide

Mawadda customers might think they’re choosing what to eat when they decide between, say, falafel and shawarma, but the dishes are just details: They all end up eating garlic. Sweet, stinky garlic is everywhere at Mawadda, and it’s pretty fantastic, whether in a grilled meat’s marinade or a sauce that’s a creamy magnet for French fries. Food here is cooked to order, giving patrons plenty of time to enjoy the counter-service restaurant’s friendly neighborhood atmosphere. HANNA RASKIN 4433 S. Graham St., 760-0911, mawaddacafe.com