This family owned establishment it is soooo good, I go there at least 2-3 times a week for lunch. Very friendly and quick service at bargain prices. I actually like everything they serve, for newbies remember that you can have most anything two different ways, pita rollup or if your not much into bread ask for a plate any combo you like. Average meal cost: $ 7 to 10 incl. drink, this can't be beat!! read more

It's Easter and the store is chock full of my favorite Easter goodies including buttery delicious Cheoregs. The butcher shop is full of lamb carcasses (ugh)....long lines but worth it ...have all of our Easter treats ready for the weekend. read more

The food is 5-Star...love it here. I knock it one star for the venue. Small, not so comfortable and in the 'hood. Great value, give them a try, you won't regret it. The real lamp plate with garlic Sauce is the way to go! read more

Bahnans has, in my opinion, the best falafel in the city. The falafel wrap is my go-to. The sandwich combo comes with fries or a salad and a canned beverage and the prices are so reasonable. The vegetarian grape leaves are always fresh. The leaves themselves are never tough and the filling is always cooked and seasoned perfectly. The chicken shwarma sandwich is also top notch, as is the fattoush salad. Bahnans can be easily passed by due to it's location, and parking can be tight, but it's worth any hardship you might endure to get there. read more

Just love the store and the atmosphere. The shawarmas were amazing, the hookah selection is great and staff is fabulous. I also tried there baklawa which was a little on the sweet side but other than that this place is solid 5 stars. Huge selection of olives and middle eastern groceries. I wish I knew about this place earlier. The parking lot is also nice and clean. You can buy Kinder products from these guys as well which I couldnt find elsewhere. read more

Lovely way to explore new flavors without paying restaurant prices. Fresh Baked goods, food items ready to eat like salads and falaffel, and grocery items of a middle eastern slant, with really wonderful service even though I hit them at closing time. The store made baklava is so deliciously balanced, not overly sweet, lots of nutty goodnessz. There were many baklava to choose from as well. (I'm not used to having a choice of types!) Manakish Zataar (round bread baked with olive oil) I got a half and half . One side lemon sumac and sesame, one side tomato and nuts. The bread was a little stale (I got the last one and it was closing time) but despite that the other flavors were so compelling and wonderful that I can't wait to try this again. read more

Food was great but twice I was serviced behind customers when I was waiting to be served and had been waiting there first. I won't be returning to this establishment and this is a shame because I often have to buy middle eastern groceries for my husband and so we would have been loyal customers had it not been for these incidents. read more

First, the hospitality is excellent. You are treated like a friend immediately. Second, the cafe is amazing! I recommend the food here to anybody, as it is all fresh and made on the spot! My girlfriend decided to go to lunch here, with me, and I was thoroughly impressed. They have a full olive bar and a wide selection of imports. The baked goods here are fresh and tasty. This place is a must for anyone who enjoys international cuisine, or just wants to try something new! read more

Bahnan's Bakery - Shwarma style chicken and beef with a side of hummus, greek salad, and grape leaves. None of this is fast food by a long shot. - Halal Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

I love this bakery! There fresh hummus, babaganoush, grape leaves, feta and yogert are awesome. The little restaurant attached is affordable and delicious. One of my favorite spots in Worcester read more

This is probably THE best place to go for cheap, tasty Middle Eatern eats in the Worcester area. I actually prefer this place over the more expensive El Basha nearby and definitely over the exorbitantly priced, poor-tasting Sahara on Main St. The grape leaves are fresh and delicious, their lamb tip marinade is addictive, and the smokey flavor of the baba-g can't be beat. Portions are just the right size and you can customize your dinner/lunch plates. This cafe is a small part of a larger grocery store where you can buy larger quantities of these goodies, cheap pita bread, and many varieties of feta cheese. This doesn't even account for the imported items from Turkey, Iran, and surrounding areas. If you're into olives, they even have an olive bar. Since it's a small cafe, it's best to go with a small group of friends or for some quick takeout. Not only is the food great, but the service is outstanding. They have a sticker posted near the checkout claiming something cliche like "come in a customer, leave a friend". I laugh when I think of this, but am glad to say that they live up to this motto -- they make everyone feel very welcome in their establishment (they remembered my face the first time I ordered from them). Bottom line -- give this family-owned enterprise some business. They totally deserve it. read more

Lovely neighborhood establishment. Bing from Turkey, I feel home when I am at Bahnan's. The food is delicious, they have many imported goods and you are always greeted with a smile. These people actually pay attention and know you. When my husband goes alone, they ask how I am doing, and vice versa. Wonderful local business. Highly recommend it. read more

The food here is so good. I had some trays made up for catering and they looked beautiful. I wish I took a picture of them! I got olives, veggie grape leaves, veggie kibbeh, spinach pies, and hummus - every item was delicious! The people working there were very nice too. read more

Incredible shawarma sandwiches and great lunch specials. Get a box of almond cookies from the bakery. They are the best. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. It's a great spot and one of my favorite places I've ever been. read more

Best falafel I've ever had. Amazing feta and leek tart. Killer veggie kibbee. The staff was super friendly. Can't wait to go back...like, tomorrow. read more

The falafel was pretty good, but not worth worshipping.

The Yelp reviews got me there and I'm glad. I had my first shawarma in years and was not disappointed. There was a business issue taking place when I got there (thats life) so the service was a tad slow, however it was close to closing and they were super friendly. It was almost like being at a friends parents house for the first time if you know what I mean. read more

I did not know this market existed until today, when I attempted to go to the OTHER place and could not find parking thanks to construction and old people taking up two spots and two lanes in the parking area. The ladies that helped me were super friendly, something rare in today's customer service world. I purchased hommus, pita, feta, olives and some closed spinach pies. All were delicious and priced just right. I agree some things are higher priced than the OTHER place, but most are under. Will definately return and look forward to trying their cafe. read more

Really good falafel. You get 4 good-sized falafels, plus rice, cucumber/tomato salad, hummous, and tahini sauce all when you get the falafel plate. For $ 6.99, I didn't know you could still get a filling meal for that price. Really fresh too and friendly service in both the cafe and the attached food market. read more

We were traveling to Philadelphia for Greek Easter this year and with our busy schedules didn't have time to prepare our favorite dishes. So we took a chance and ordered our spanikopita, moussaka, and pistachio from Bahnan's. I don't think it would cost much less to have made them ourselves and each item was fabulous. Our Greek relatives were extremely satisfied. In fact, our daughter who now lives in Philly said that this tastes like a Worcester pita. Thanks so much Bahnan's for helping make our Philadelphia Greek Easter a great success. read more

Addictive, highly addictive street food type shwarma sandwiches (shaved meat off rotissiere). The pickled turnips, garlic aioli, the fresh parsley...YUM. Spinach salad is phenomenal...I can't figure out if it's even prepared...cooked- steamed or lightly sauteed? Maybe pressed raw and salted/vinegar...? I don't know and I'm a total foodie. All I know is it's to die for! They run out fast and if you're in a hurry call ahead. They've recently had to expand the seating area due to heavy demand, it's very European to eat in a corner of a grocery store, but just adds to the experience. You can go buy components of your meal to try and replicate at home...or go over to the bakery counter for fresh baklava, etc. It's just fun. Parking lot a wee bit tight, always busy, roughish part of town, but lot is well monitored and store too. Don't be afraid to stop in. read more

This is a great place for middle eastern food and groceries. Definitely worth the trek to Worcester.

Go to this place all the time. Food is amazing and the staff is always welcoming!

Not an ideal place to go sit and enjoy your food...BUT it's definitely one of my to-go places when I want delicious, affordable and fresh Mediterranean delicacies! Their chicken shawarma and their fatush salads are always on point, and let me tell I go there often. I would sing them a whole Italian opera to pay for my lunch but since they declined my offer I did pay with cash. I must say it didn't make such a dent on my wallet so you can also afford it too! Even their bakery selection is great! You wouldn't think much of this place if you judge from the outside (placed on a bad part of the city and doesn't look like much) but I encourage you to go inside and eat their food! You will not regret it! read more

This spot is definitely my favorite for falafel and middle eastern style salads. Let me have you thank me later and just go in and get the falafel and any of the salads. Seriously so good and the portions are crazy generous. There's stuff here for vegetarians and meat lovers. Great market as well. Good comes out fast and everyone is super nice. read more

First time trying middle eastern cuisine. The falafel was delicious .. staff was friendly and helpful. Will definitely return

I can't believe I haven't reviewed Bahnan's yet. I am obsessed with their food. Absolutely obsessed. I usually don't buy much of the grocery items, just a few pieces of candy here and there, but I can't get enough of their prepared foods like the spanakopita and the food from the cafe. Definitely my favorite falafel place in Worcester and the french fries are amazing. Parking can be tight and they close a little too early for dinner, but their food just blows me away every time. read more

Delicious! A small cafe in the back of the middle eastern food market. Get food to go or eat it there on 6 two tops. Full of regulars, they are very accommodating, casual and friendly. Everything I've had, I've liked. My favorite is the beef/lamb sandwich. read more

One of Worcester's treasures! Delivers on quality, service, value and convenience. The ambiance is low end, but I'd rather it be this way and keep the value! The prices in the store are a bit higher than I would need them to be in order to shop there every week,, but why shouldn't their prices be high when Ed Heiders sales the same identical Middle Easter products at the hingest prices the market can stand in Worcester. Btw who told Ed Heiders that it is neighborly business practice to carry the same ME products? read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE. When I ordered my shwarma plate from cafe, I did find it strange they do not have a salad with tomatoes etc. They have sides of tomatoes, garlic, mozarella, or romaine with, feta. So I had to ask to mix both into one. But DELISH!!!!! read more

We went there to buy some middle eastern products found most of the things I was looking for but not kiri kiri cheese :(. The little restaurant attached to the store is pretty good we ordered shawarma, waraq inab ( grape leave stuffed with rice) and msaqa (a mixed Egyptian veggies) the was tasty and good and the people are supper nice and friend. read more

I find the prepared food hit or miss. The lamajuens I just bought are soggy. The babaganoush is too smoky ang I got sick on thie tabouli. Also, kibee did not taste like kibee at all. read more

The best middle eastern / kosher / halal food in Worcester. It's only open for lunch, and it's counter service, but there is a small seating area if you want to eat in. Service is quick and friendly and the food! The food is amazing. The spinach salad is addictive. The falafel is perfection. The shawarma chicken is delicious. The french fries are excellent. You can't go wrong at Bahnan's. read more

Have been eating their food for years. Never disappoints. Wish this place all the success in the world. Keep up the great work!

Ordered takeout. I know good Lebanese foods. Fatoush okay, bread used to top dress had a peculiar taste, zaataar was light in flavor. Grapeleaves not good, meat pies okay, lentils with browned onions on the dry side but flavorful. read more

Sampled the Shwarma plate. Delicious! The price was quite fair considering the portions (I will be having it for lunch again tomorrow!) - and the staff was super friendly. The grocery is also well stocked with lentils, cheeses and spices as well. Absolutely recommend! read more

Don't let the outside deceive you, it's worth it! Great spot for lunch- Friendly staff and they will explain their offerings.

Went here as a suggestion from a friend. It is mostly a Market & Bakery but has a small lunch time counter. They have fresh chicken and beef Shawarma and the meat is excellent. I would highly recommend for lunch here at a great price. read more

The falafel and shawarma sandwiches are delicious! The staff is friendly and there is a great selection of groceries. I love that they sell fresh pistachios, dates and figs. read more

I am so in love with the food from the cafe at Bahnans! The portions are so generous and the food never disappoints. I especially love their chicken shawarma plates, I usually get them with hummus, rice and these delicious potatoes they have! Yum! read more

The best shawarma and lunch place for Lebanese/middlern eastern food in central mass! I take the half hour drive just to go there and get supplies as well as have lunch. Service is quick, food is fresh and always hot! Super nice guys working there too. read more