Wally's Falafel, Hummus and Bakery was opened by Wally Sakallah in 2009 to bring the taste of Gaza, his home city, to Minnesota. The restaurant is run by his two sisters, Amany and Dana, and they do everything they can to authenticate the dishes they ate back home. They import spices from the Middle East […]

Shawarmin Grill is a Mediterranean restaurant that also has American food. It is located in the Sun Ray Shopping Center and is very low-key in decor and vibe. The service is friendly and everything is so tasty, you'll want to go back to try everything on the menu. The menu includes chicken shawarma, Philly Chicken […]

Pita King (2238 E Franklin Ave., 612-345-5931) is an unassuming-looking Middle Eastern restaurant that is minimum in appearance, but maximum in tastiness. It has been recognized as having one of the best if not the best baklava in town, and its kofta is said to be out of this world. They also have friendly service […]

Ansari's Mediterranean Bar & Grill is a restaurant that serves both Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food. The decor is colorful and the space is open and airy with a relaxed atmosphere. The service is friendly and knowledgeable about the food. The menu includes shish kabobs, gyros, baba ghanoush, Mediterranean nachos, and spanakopita. They have a […]

Holy Land is more than just a restaurant--it's also a deli, a grocery store, and a bakery. It was opened in 1987 by Wajdi Wadi as a tiny Halal grocery store, and it has expanded by leaps and bounds ever since. It's a neighborhood staple and known throughout the Twin Cities for its authentic Mediterranean […]