Wraps

.goodness. I have eaten here a few times and reviewed before. The first visit was good, the following ones the food was sub-​par. However, when I got an email from a restaurant discount site offering $ 25 off a $ 50 purchase, I caved, as the holidays were approaching and I’d have a full house to feed. So… when all were home I placed an order after we studied the menu and spent a good bit of time deciding.
I arrive at the allotted time for pickup. It’s just the owner and a young couple and myself in the restaurant. He asks if I’m picking up, and I say yes and i have a certificate. He fires back immediately — «that is for $ 75 minimum and yours is $ 55». I calmly say, «Well, I’ve used these for years and that is not how other restaurants do this. It says a minimum of $ 50 purchase for $ 25 off.» And then it happens. he goes ballistic. He screams (!) «That is STUPID! Read the coupon — it says $ 25 off $ 50. That means you buy $ 75 I give you $ 25 off.» I am a little freaked, but stay calm, smile, and say, «Oh, well that’s not how others do it,» as I pull out my card to pay (ready to forget about that discount and bolt outta there). He continues to rant — «That is STUPID. No one would do that. This PLACE is STUPID. Read that coupon. You are STUPID.» Seriously… he yelled all this as I’m trying to hand him the card and the couple is cringing in the corner. See. I don’t do confrontation and my night is already going south fast. He yells again «I am leaving here, this is a STUPID place.» (If you haven’t read reviews — he was caught in very inflammatory comments aimed at a local Rabbi about his «Jewish» aka «cheap“versions of his foods which made local and regional newscasts, so I’m sure his business is way down the last year or so, and it wasn’t real vibrant before that press.) I’m about done with it all, so I smile sweetly and say «Ya know, that might be a good idea if this is how you treat your customers.» I know, I shouldn’t have but at this point I’ve got nothing to lose. Man, oh, man, then he goes off again — coming up to me and screaming. I said — «It’s cool, I’ll get my food and go. But don’t expect any great reviews from me» (lol). He inexplicably then yells, «You can tell your Unilocal or your Jesus, I DON“T CARE.» Um… what? That was my last straw. I had been totally polite through this rampage and willing to pay full price and go (again, I don’t do confrontation) but that was just too much. So, I said — «You know, I think I’ll just pass» and casually walked away. He followed me out the door screaming «See? You order food and leave it ! YOU ARE STUPID STUPID STUPID.» Ouch, I’m still reeling over that. JK. I couldn’t even be mad or stressed after that, just wish I’d taken a video as my family was dumfounded when I came home without food. No worries, called Keifer’s and had a great meal 30 minutes later. But seriously… it may seem cute on Seinfield but this guy is cray-​cray/​needs meds.
I’m pretty sure he didn’t understand how the promotion he bought in to worked and now his best recourse is shrieking when anyone has the nerve to use a certificate. They’re still on the website — maybe he is signed up for a contractual time period. Bet he loses sleep over that. Hate it for him. My husband kinda wanted to go by just to watch this guy in action, but not so much after I asked him «If he hates his clientele — what do you think his kitchen is like?» Yea, he rethought real quick as we’re pretty sure the attention to food quality and cleanliness is prob not first in this guy’s mind…
Side note — Last time I ate there a few years ago — a couple was in the booth behind us. They very nicely told the waitress that they’d order a regular and a chicken gyro and apparently received 2 chicken gyros. She literally yelled at them «What do you want me to do about it?» They said «Um, trade one out for a regular gyro?» And a similar scene unfolded. See, they had unwrapped the gyro and now it couldn’t be resold (?yikes — and how were they to know it was the wrong order without opening the package, but whatever.) It made for an awkward lunch with friends, and I had no plans to return. What was I thinking going back? Oh, the siren call of a discount make fools of us all sometimes.

My son Noah Munck saw this place when a group of us here from California for an event stopped at Starbucks. Wasn’t sure what to expect. By far the best Chicken Gyro I have ever had. Noah said his Lamb Gyro was ridiculously good and his best ever. So… just go!

It is an experience to go to Wraps. For instance, a while back a little controversy erupted when the owner made some anti-​Semitic comments to a local Rabbi. They apparently made up about it and so it is safe to go there again. I was excited, because the food was sloppy delicious the first time I went. My most recent visit involved the owner emerging from the kitchen with a knife and jovially threatening to cut some bits of anatomy from the man working the cash register who cowered in what was probably only mock fear. This sort of banter will probably color your visit too, especially if you come with a group.
Price is reasonable. Menu is limited but the quality was not what you can get elsewhere. Wraps is somewhat (or used to be) entertained with another greek restaurant in town, Krilakis, but I am not sure the relationship anymore. You may be better off finding Krilakis (it was in «downtown» Ridgeland, last I checked).
Quality has definitely declined. The lamb was *ok* but the chicken was tough. Granted they did admit they were scraping the bottom of the barrel on the chicken (end of the lunch time) but still, it was pretty bad.
Service was entertaining. While they kept forgetting to bring out fries, the proprietor did come over to regale us with tales of his mother banishing him to Jackson (from NYC) (truly the Rothschilds of dingy Greek diners). He peppered this with a few colorful jokes and free dessert. That Baklava was on point. Probably the best I’ve had in Jackson. Of course, the unexpectedness, the freeness and the fact that I was almost hand fed it by the owner made it that much better too.
However, we go to restaurants to eat primarily and the quality of the food just isn’t good enough to make it. Stop by for the experience though!

Going into the place, it gives off a slightly shady vibe. It’s a hole in the wall, but while being a stand alone building. The gyros are good, nothing great, but it’s good for the money. I really enjoyed their chicken gyros and fries.
I would come back to this place but for takeout, not to sit. The good is a good price for the money.

The absolute best Greek Salad I’ve ever had! Chicken was incredibly marinaded. Such nice owners too. Think I just found my favorite place to eat

The atmosphere is top notch sketchy. We chose to sit outside. Lady at the register didn’t have change for a $ 20 so I had to use a credit card. Most employees were pretty friendly, but it was obvious they were Greek. Food was okay. I got a gyro and fries– fries were good and gyro was a little salty. Sauce was good. The only complaint about food was that it didn’t have paper wrapped around it so I felt like I was eating a large taco. For drinks it was all canned drinks or water– and soda selection’s were slim pickings (coke, coke zero, diet Sunkist).
I’m scared to know what their health department rating is.

Wraps are so tasty and perfectly seasoned and cooked. The chicken is fabulous and so is the traditional gyro. Fries aren’t the best but the salad is amazingly delightful. Atmosphere could use a little update and deep cleaning. There is a very sweet pleasant blonde lady working in there who makes the experience even better.

A must visit. Don’t let the exterior fool you; Wraps is a gem with great gyros and hummus. I only wish we had one where we live in Louisiana. I’d be a regular.

Best gyros in town! Great salads, pita mozz, and fries. Can’t go wrong with anything on the menu

Food is as disgusting as the employees. I love Greek food and made the mistake of wandering into this place after arriving in Jackson. It’s unsanitary and the employees are rude. Oh and the fries were soggy. How do u screw up French fries?!? Stay away… far away

Food is average at best, service is horrible. Owner does not care about customers. Feels like they are doing you a favor by serving you.

Food is MEH, service is horrible. They charge extra for every little thing and they act like they are doing you a favor by serving you.

Considering the hype behind the Rabbi’s experienced at the restaurant — this update is strictly in regards to the service I received from the proprietor.
My service wasn’t as bad as the Rabbi’s — but it wasn’t downright welcoming either.
I guess I was so excited behind the portions of the food I was not paying that much attention to them, as were they to me either.
I’ll put it to you like this — when we walked in — I wasn’t greeted with an «Hello, welcome to…»
When I paid out — I was thanked and that was it.
So in regards to the customer service I received, I can honestly say I have received better at other places.

The food is ok. It’s just like any other standard Greek fast food I’ve been to. Really nothing special about it. All was well until I asked for some hot sauce. Turns out they charge $ 1 for it. I was told since they make the hot sauce on site, it’s not free. That just wasn’t right. And to top it off, the sauce wasn’t even hot. I probably won’t be coming back.

Delicious! Our family stopped here while passing through Jackson; we have had Greek before, but this was far more delicious. The fries were great, but the lamb wrap was amazing! Great food! Great service!

I love restaurants that are eclectic, delicious and locally owned and Wraps fits the bill perfectly. Don’t let the appearance deter you, it is WELL worth paying a visit. I have had the Greek Gyro and the Chicken Spanicopita, both of which were out of this world delicious! The pitas are warm, soft and fluffy, the meats are high quality, flavorful and tender and the sauces are creamy with distinct flavors. I will be going there often for sure. The staff is warm and friendly and make you feel like family the minute you walk in the door.

Prices are about a dollar more expensive than what is says on Unilocal.Regular gyro is $ 6.75 and you can’t get a cup of water, you have to buy a bottle.

We found this place on Unilocal,while traveling through Jackson on our way from jazz fest to memphis. At first, we had difficulty locating it because there is no business name sign, only a large Greek flag that had blown over onto the roof the day that we visited.
Walking in, the place is quaint. Plastic tables and chairs grace the smallish room and there are drawings and sayings all over the wall. We were greeted by a friendly waiter who took our orders at the cash register, and the food was brought to our table within minutes.
I got the lamb gyro, while my son got the pork. They were both succulent and deliciously moist and flavorful. I consider my self a middle eastern food expert having had it all over the world for all of my life, and this was probably the best gyro I’ve ever had. My son’s was equally delicious, my first time having a pork gyro. Mine came on a whole wheat pita, which was a nice option.
We got some hummus to go, which was also great. Would definitely recommend!!!

Everytime we travel through Jackson we make it a point to stop in Wraps.
We have only ordered the Gyros and fries so that is what I will chat about.
Service is always fast, you step up to the counter, order, take a seat and in about 5 minutes your food is delivered to your table.
They don’t skimp here. Most gyros I have gotten it’s hard to find the feta. Not here, you want feta you’re getting it.
I’m lucky if I can finish half of the gyro.
Yes the place is a bit «divey» but it’s what makes this place just cool. Odd quotes and such on the walls.

Atmosphere is eclectic divey. Lots of random pictures and paintings decorate the walls. Girl behind counter was basically it as far as employees. That said she was very knowledgeable about the menu and very helpful in picking out an item.
I had the lamb gyro with a Greek salad, gyro was great, tzatziki sauce was wonderful. Salad had a great dressing, beware some of the olives are pitted others not so much.
I wouldn’t recommend this place if you have young kids. Zero booster or high chairs and extremely small bathrooms.