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    Al Salaam Deli

    4.4 (199 reviews)
    InexpensiveMiddle Eastern
    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for kids

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    Oana K.

    My new favorite place . Amazing food .if u really want that flavored meal , this is the place . Cozy and so homey I literally teared ..love love love this place

    The amazing NG wall wrap!
    Libin D.

    The best spicy lamb gyro I have ever had. I go back every time I am back in Savannah. They are as great as ever!

    Falafel wrap with fries
    John B.

    Savannah has plenty of hoity-toity places, but this is a small, spartan shop on the edge of town which offers the real deal for Middle Eastern cuisine. They were also open on Christmas. Ordering a falafel wrap got me a nice mix of flavors and textures with creamy sauce and some fresh vegetables, as well as a small helping of spiced fries. That's about what you can expect from this place, but it's a niche worth filling in this town and I was happy to have found it.

    Baba ganoush
    Rachel C.

    This is exactly my kind of place! It looks like a cozy corner store and the service is quick. For $12 you can get a wrap, fries, and canned soda. Great value and great food. I was pretty wowed by how well-spiced the lamb was on the gyro - pretty much all lamb is good to me, but this was special. The sauce was so good that I could've even eaten it without the lamb, the bites with just lettuce and sauce were that good. The fries were solid too. The baba ganoush had a great smoky flavor. It's simple, this is a great find!

    Falafel gyro and fries
    Ashlyne T.

    One of the best falafel gyro I've had in my travels /stay in the south in a long time. Well seasoned and delicious. The fries were good too. Nice quiet place with friendly customer service.

    Lamb Gyro
    Hernley J.

    From the outside Al Salaam might not look like much, but let me tell you there is SOO much more than what meets the eyes. Al salaam so far is the best gyro I've had in Savannah!! The flatbread is so moist and good. The lamb itself is so tender and seasoned amazingly! The tzatziki sauce is also very good. The only problem I have with Al Salaam is its lay out, it's a very small space so if you're going during a lunch rush you might have to wait for a little while and it gets kinda packed, besides that it's amazing!! I know I didn't really leave much in this review but the gyro honestly speaks for itself! Go try it out for yourself, and be sure to thank me later. You're welcome!

    Chicken Gyro Combo
    Yoonie L.

    My hometown of Montreal has an abundance of Lebanese and middle eastern restaurants. Any type of restaurant for that matter. One of the things I definitely miss about Montreal is the food! When I moved to Savannah, I was browsing Yelp, compiling my hit list and came across Al Salaam Deli (ASD) and bookmarked it because It seemed to be one of the very few in its category. It was my usual, weekly date with my Brunch Squad and I suggested ASD. It is located in a neighborhood and from the outside, you will see a red awning, with the windows dressed in simple signs that say "Gyro", "Hummus" and "Deli" and the restaurant name. It almost looks like an old school convenience store. What lies behind those doors is such a charming little place. The kind that makes my heart sing and makes me so happy to have found it! Parking: Street parking. What I ate/drank - I shared the following with my Little One: Babaganoush - Oh my! It was so smooth and tasty. It is a generous portion, served in a clear, plastic to-go container and the way they place it in there is just so pretty (refer to pic)! There is a dollop of chili (?) in the center, drizzled with olive oil that collects in the pockets of the babaganoush that form in the pattern. Served with sections of pita bread, this was a great starter to our meal. Chicken Gyro Combo - Combo just means with fries. The Gyro contained generous pieces of scrumptious, marinated cubes of chicken, with shredded iceberg lettuce and a garlic sauce. It was so big, the two ends of the pita barely touched. It comes wrapped in foil to help you keep it together. The fries were the generic, average-sized fries, but were cooked nice and crisp with the right balance of cooked potato in the inside. Baklava - How could I resist? They sit right by the cash when ordering. Although, probably over the top, it completed the meal and experience. It was flaky, nutty, sweet, all the elements that a baklava should have. It was delicious! Vibe - Just a warning. It's small. If you have personal space issues, best you take it to go. When you walk in, you will probably take about a total of 10 steps inside. To the left is the open kitchen with the cash separating it from the dining area. The place has been packed tightly with supplies and things that all have its place. In front of you are shelves stocked with Middle Eastern products. To the right is the dining area and I mean, a total of 4 tables. Whole issues of National Geographic magazines are nailed to the wall, arranged neatly and serve as wallpaper. There are 2 benches lining the walls with velvet seat cushions in burgundy and contrasting yellow pillow cushions. Kid-Friendly - They don't have a Kids menu, but I shared all of the above items with my Little One. Service - The service is what makes this place extra special. The owners were just so nice and so welcoming. It really is like walking into a neighbor's house. We came in just before the lunch rush and placed our order at the cash. They told us to have a seat and called us when the order was ready. At the end, when I was paying for my order, I asked if they had coffee to purchase and explained that I always needed fuel for the drive back due to the usual food coma. He told me they didn't have any, but offered the coffee they normally make for themselves and even went out of his way to get a to-go cup and lid. He even made my coffee with milk and sugar and made sure I liked it and he didn't even charge me for it after I insisted. He also made sure our leftover food was packed well for the road. They were both so thoughtful and sincere. Lucky people who live right by ASD! I would be making weekly visits if I were them, which I'm sure they probably do. Scrumptious food and awesome owners, the best combo!

    Yummy food!!! Delicious

    Absolutely the best GYRO ever! The service was great and fast. Very down to earth people and told us what everything was. Also tried Halwa for the first time. Amazing and a great sweet !!!! Love this place. Definitely will be back and highly recommend ! Awesome hole in the wall place !

    Mixed Meat Gyro (lamb and chicken)
    Aryn M.

    We stopped in here while in the neighborhood and our food was ready in less than 10 minutes! We've been here several times before and the food is always delicious. The lamb gyro is a must!

    Used to love this place. Got it on door dash today and the lettuce is bagged lettuce (with the radishes and carrots) with RANCH not taziki on the gyro. No tomatoes or grilled onions. Wtf? Fries were soggy and had to go in air frier but were good after. But the ranch???

    Gyro
    Susie L.

    Delicious gyro, hands down one of the best I've ever had. Legit authentic. 4 stars for the cleanliness and organization of the store when you walk in. But that gyro tho, hands down 5 stars.

    Chicken gyro

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    The food we ordered was very delicious and authentic and the people were very nice and respectful.

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    Best babaganoush. We always order this wonderful appetizer for take out and add some veggies to it for dipping. It's a family favorite.

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    Really good, small little shop. I loved the lamb gyro and was surprised how fast it came out.

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    me and shorty got some gyros. 10/10. would highly rec.def bring ya mama there, and ya granny

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    So good! I still dream of the falafel platter. Can't wait to go back and get it again.

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    The food is absolutely phenomenal!! I loved every bite! The service was great and the owner was really nice. 1000% recommend eating here.

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    Close up of Labneh!
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    Inside and bar area.
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    I love trying new places when I'm in town--I actually passed on this spot last time I was in…read moreCharleston, but I'm so glad I gave it a chance today. I ordered to-go since I wanted to relax and eat in my hotel room. At first, I'll admit the restaurant itself didn't feel as clean or organized as I would've liked, and I almost walked across to Chick-fil-A. But I decided to go with the positive reviews I had seen--and I'm really glad I did. The cashier was incredibly kind and attentive, which made a great first impression. I ordered the mixed platter for one and swapped the lamb kofta for chicken kofta. Everything was delicious--flavorful, well-cooked, and satisfying. The chicken, steak, and kofta were all done really well. I especially loved that they give extra whipped garlic (because honestly, you can never have enough), and the bread... SO good. Fresh, warm, and easily one of the highlights of the meal. Overall, despite my initial hesitation, the food and service really won me over. I'd definitely recommend giving this place a try!

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    No more buffet
    No more buffet
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    Complimentary bread and appetizers
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    The food service in the ambience were perfect. We were seated in a booth and had a lovely meal. We…read moreall ordered the same thing the spinach pie and it came out crispy and delicious. Our waiter was very friendly and kept our table going with appetizers and desserts and water, etc..

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