We dropped my son off for school last weekend and had lunch here on our way out of town. Was very pleasantly surprised by how good the food was. My wife is Lebanese and is a bit of an Arabic food snob. The food here was very good by her standards. The hummus isn't great, but not bad at all. They give you good-sizes portions, too. Will definitely eat here again read more

Walked in and walked right back out! Wasn't greeted because dude was standing there on a personal call and didn't get off or say just a minute or nothing! I stood for a free seconds then started looking around at the 2 ready made offerings: 1. Cheese pizza sitting uncovered and very old looking. 2. Pan full of Baklava also sitting uncovered and looked day old. Food poisoning waiting to happen! Would give 0 stars if that was an option! read more

The food was so amazing here!! And I was surprised at how good the baklava was made! The chef was quick and very kind. However our booth seat was slightly broken but the restaurant was clean. read more

Little Aladdin Mediterranean Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Storrs, Connecticut

Ate here for the first time last week and all of the food was DELICIOUS. Staff were friendly and our meals came out pretty quick. Highly recommend! read more

Little Aladdin Mediterranean Grill - Spicy sauced cauliflower, chicken shawarma, lots of garlic sauce and other condiments - Mediterranean Near Me - Storrs, Connecticut

They are the kindest people ever! Plus, the food is amazing, genuinely one of the best meals I've had. I had the Fattoush salad with beef shawarma, 10/10. Allahumma Barik! read more

Got a mix of different things for $50 which fed 3 people. Fantastic food at fair prices. Highly recomended!

Good people. Great food. Prices are very modest. I could eat here every day of the week for months and not tire of it. The fried cauliflower is the "do not miss" item. But there is nothing bad at all on the menu. We had Little Aladdin recently cater for a gathering that had vegans present, and they made it so easy and rewarding to provide for our guest's strictly limited pallets that we continue to go back for our own consumption. read more

A decent place to get your hit of shawarma, falafels, kebabs, and more. We stopped in here looking for lunch and attracted by the enticing aromas of grilled foods. Service is take-out but they do have seating available for dining-in. The proprietors were very nice and friendly, happy to explain their menu and what items are vegetarian, vegan, or not. I had their mixed shawarma (chicken and beef) over rice, drizzled with tahini sauce - it was delicious with hints of smokiness. Two of my daughters had the chicken shawarma wrap with fries and enjoyed them very much; my other daughter had their falafel platter which were quite good; and my wife had their "Vegan Bomb" wrap which she said was excellent, especially the fried eggplant and cauliflower that comprised it. All in all, a tasty and good value place for a quick and convenient bite. read more

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The service was very nice - the cashier was friendly and even let me try the different sauces they offered. They did mess up my order and then charged me to fix it. They had also tried to get me to buy more than I wanted to spend by repeating the additional cost after I had declined the first time. If I had known that I'd have had to paid the additional cost for my side because of the mishap, I would have ordered the combo after all. But I guess it was worth the hassle since the food was pretty good. The fries were nice and hot, and the pita mixed meat shawarma I got was very yummy. read more

If you're looking for a great lunch on campus for a great value, you should visit Little Aladdin! On Mondays and Wednesdays they offer a special where you can get any sandwich for $6. I like getting the chicken shawarma sandwich on a wrap or pita with tahini. The service is already really quick and to go orders are packaged very well to prevent the wrap from getting soggy. read more

ur avg middle eastern spot, nothing really stood out to me but my sister and i loved coming in here for a quick bite after class.

Previously I had ordered some Shawarma, and I really didn't care for it and found it bland. This last visit turned it all around for me! I tried the fried cauliflower appetizer, and it was the very best version of cauliflower I've ever had. It was smothered in delicious sauces, served over bits of lettuce, tomato, and some other goodies. It was jampacked with flavor, and I have to have it again soon. One of the best vegetarian things I've eaten in a while. I also had a beef Shawarma pita, and it was awesome and full of juicy ingredients and sauces. My wife had a grinder which was also great. read more

The baba ganoush and humus were both fantastic! We also had the chicken and beef shawarma wraps which were tasty, but when we go back it's the falafel we'll get. We got an appetizer plate of falafel and they nailed it! Great crispy outside and a soft fluffy inside. The more we look at the menu the larger our 'want to try' list gets with this place! The shop itself is basic but clean. If they're very busy you may have to wait for a place to sit, but they've put tables everywhere they can. The staff were very friendly. If you're the type of person who is nervous about trying a new cuisine I encourage you to talk to the folks that work there. They're more than happy to help you navigate the menu. read more

The food was good. I got the beef schwarma over rice, and it was excellent. The service was good, and the wait was approximately twenty minutes. read more

I HATE given sad reviews. But I feel I need to today. First, I want to say that the workers were wicked kind and answered my assorted questions Nicely done up restaurant that was clean and orderly with decor being nice & hip. They offer free hot tea that was totally yummy! We also tried the Guava nectar that was super delish, I wish I could find it local to my hometown. Now to the food, it looked yummy but we ended up having to toss all of what we ordered :( We ordered the fried cauliflower appetizer, the first bite I took was delish! But then the rest of it was covered in a very spicy sauce that the first bite didn't have. I did look at the menu and it did say it had a spicy sauce, that's my bad. However, my daughter ordered the old fashioned chicken shawarma sandwich that did NOT mention a spicy sauce. It was covered in the sauce and no eating around that. She can't do spicy at all. The wrap bread was delish. I ordered the chicken shawarma plate with rice. The rice was yummy and the chicken was as well, although it was smothered in a tahini sauce that I personally didn't care for. The tzatziki sauce was yummy. So this review is half & half. Some was good, some was my preference and some of it they should have better descriptions on the menu read more

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Amazing food and very friendly staff. Highly recommend! Just had the chicken shawarma wrap and added falafel too it. read more

Little Aladdin Mediterranean Grill - a burrito and french fries - Mediterranean Near Me - Storrs, Connecticut

Little Aladdin is a hidden gem in the UConn campus!! The chicken kebab plates are delicious! The staff is super friendly and always ready to help out if you're unable to make a decision. Lots of great options to choose from. read more

Imma transit driver so I order ahead before I arrive foods always done once a arrive taste great an it's affordable read more

Little Aladdin Mediterranean Grill - Veggie wrap with fries peta bread and hummus.... - Mediterranean Near Me - Storrs, Connecticut

Flavorful, fresh, and delicious! One hundred percent recommend. Mixed shawarma over fries and kofta kebab were outstanding.

The food was really good. I'm not gonna lie, It takes good food to impress me and this did the job. I got the koufta over rice and it was amazing. The rice on its own was tasty and flavorful. The service was great. I dined in and the ambiance was good too. Would definitely rate this place 10/10. Great food spot read more

Wow this little gem was hopping! But SO worth the wait. I was so hungry I didn't get pictures, but there are a lot of pictures already. We got spanakopita, good flavor! We got Musakka, THAT was AWESOME!! I could have had that as a meal! My son got the chicken Kabob over rice which he loved! My husband and I shared the mixed shawarma with sides of hummus and baba ghanoush. The shawarma was a little dry for our liking, but flavors were good! I would probably lean more towards 4.5 if I could. It would be interesting to try other items like the falafels or different appetizers. Oh of course we had baklava for dessert! read more

Deliciousssssss! Friendly service. Good prices. Hooray! So psyched my friend brought me here. Can't wait for more. read more

Little Aladdin Mediterranean Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Storrs, Connecticut

For a place that is hidden amongst other places including a tattoo shop it's great for college campus Arabian cuisine. I might be a little harsh since it's good I grew up eating and have had it all over the world. Portions are big and they are tasty. Reading the menu is slightly confusing but the guy that you can tell is the son of the people who own it was very helpful. They didn't have lamb which is a big part of Arabic food and bummed we didn't get to try any. The chicken and beef was good just a bit over cooked made up for by the great rice and tahini sauce they have. The dolma (grape leaves) also big and delicious but we're slightly over cooked. Falafel were tiny but that might've been from the odd shape of them which didn't add the expected crunch was more like a soft vegetable ball. Desserts looked old and not very pleasing not much to pick from anyway. The amount of food you get is definitely a lot for such a cheap price. Going while college is on break made it easier. A harsher review for me but I expected a little bit better but that's just my take on the food and not having lamb at an Arabic restaurant was a star. If I'm in the area, I still would go back. read more

This is a small place. May be there was 4 tables. Prices were reasonable. Food was good. For entree I went with beef shawafel. It is a combo with both beef shawarma and falafel. That way I could have 2 of their best things. Falafel was the best. Musakka was oily and spicy. It tasted good. I also went for a lahambil ajeen. I though it was a flat pizza sort of thing. But it came as a roll. That was good as well. read more

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A nice surprise on a Sunday when everything else was closed. Clean kitchen and nice guys working the counter. Four adults and four different entrees that we all really enjoyed. We eat at a couple of Mediterranean restaurants in Boston and Little Aladdin measured up. After baseball, we're taking the boys there for a late lunch. read more

Excellent service and food. Cooked fresh while you are there. We will be going back to try some more of there tasty food.

I've lived nearby for years and and I never tried it before! The falafel was light and had great flavor with a perfect crust. The beef shwarma gyro was exactly what it should be, and the chicken shwarma was a great value (a light lunch for today and enough to take home). The service was fast and everything was perfect! read more

This place is so good!! I got the vegetarian platter and really enjoyed everything it came with. A standout was the hummus, which was probably the best I've had. I really want to order from here again in the near future. It also looks like they have some good desserts, so I'd like to try next time. read more

Little Aladdin Mediterranean Grill - vegetarian platter - Mediterranean Near Me - Storrs, Connecticut

It was our first time at UConn thanks to an awesome Elite event at Jorgensen. We were hangry after the play and sought a place for an early dinner nearby and found Aladdin through Yelp! Thanks Yelp for the delicious find. My husband and I got the Little Aladdin Family Meal, which is huge and came with hummus, baba gannoush, a "family size" salad, loads of pita bread, 6 pieces of falafel, and 4 skewers to meat. We chose to get 1 lamb and 3 chicken skewers (no beef). The hummus, baba gannoush, and falafel were some of the best I've ever had, especially the falafel. It was delicately crunchy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. Seriously the best. However, the salad was pretty basic, and for so-called family size, it was just a regular plate. Although the meats were very tender, I thought the seasoning was a bit bland. I wish the meal came with tzatziki sauce or a garlic sauce. I really appreciated the free tea, yum! Plenty of parking, single person bathrooms inside, and a decent amount of tables to sit and enjoy your meal. BTW, we ate in, and everything was served styrofoam plates. Our meal was huge so I wish we just asked for it to be packed to go to save having to repack everything! Overall, great meal. I'll be back for sure for falafel, hummus, and baba gannoush! read more

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Always fast and great service with tasty food that doesn't break the bank. 10/10 tbh.

Great place to grab a quick bite. The food is flavorful, inexpensive, and comes in good sized portion. The free tea is also a nice touch. Casual atmosphere and quick service. read more

Little Aladdin Mediterranean Grill - Chicken shwarma - Mediterranean Near Me - Storrs, Connecticut

The only thing better than the food here is the friendliness and caring of the staff. The ingredients are always fresh, the spices are just delicious, and meats are always cooked to perfection so they're tender and juicy. Try the hummus - best I have had anywhere! Their taboule is so yummy, lighter on grains and heavier on greens than most. i am not in Storrs often but when I go, I only want to eat here! Wish they had one in my town. read more

Delicious food! Such nice management and good atmosphere. Food came out quickly, and they offer dine-in during Covid times. read more

Little Aladdin Mediterranean Grill - Vegeterian Entree - Mediterranean Near Me - Storrs, Connecticut

Gave me faith in considering a move to Eastern Connecticut. Yes. It was that good. I can't wait to go back. The baba ghanoush was the best I've had in a long time and my chicken shawarma platter was top notch too. Looking forward to trying everything on the menu. Every single thing! read more

I got the fattoush salad with falafel. The falafel was so good I almost ordered more. I came in very hungry, so I probably should've ordered more than just the salad because that alone didn't fill me up. I'd love to come back and try other menu items, everything sounded so yummy. It's great when you want a quick meal! read more

We go here 2 times a week. I have loved everything i have tried! My absolute favorite is the vegan bomb pita! They also have great baklava!

Wanted take out to bring to my daughter. We got the chicken shawarma wrap and beef shawarma on a pita. Appetizer we ordered were the hummus with pita and spanakopita. Everything was wonderful- the wraps and pita were bursting at the seams with filling. The hummus smooth and yummy- and spanakopita a bit diff than I'm used too ( it had a sweetness to it) but delicious just the same. read more

Best mediterranean restaurant in the area. The chicken shawarma wrap has the perfect about if vegetables to chicken and the chicken kabob entree had such good chicken. The downside is that falafel cost extra and since the food it homemade, the food takes long to get to the table. Besides that, everything it really good. The restaurant has a nice ambiance and the workers are very kind. I recommend this place if you're in the mood for mediterranean food. read more

I love this place! We order out at least once a week and are never disappointed! Super authentic cuisine so if you are looking for the Mediterranean equivalent to other junky commercial establishments in the area, this isn't for you. Owner is lovely and always happy to see a familiar face. Fried cauliflower, spicy cauliflower, falafel, tabouli, rice, and hummus top our list! Excellent vegan food! read more

Little Aladdin Mediterranean Grill - Fried cauliflower! Delicious! - Mediterranean Near Me - Storrs, Connecticut

the monday + wednesday deal for $4.70 -- literally the best! all the menu items are great. we love the spicy eggplant+cauliflower. items clearly labeled and there are many vegan/vegetarian options. shout out to all the staff for being super friendly as well! love the option for vegan baklava too! hope to be regulars as long as we are in the area! read more