A great Syrian restaurant located in the heart of Pittsburgh. We got to meet one of the owners when…read morewe dined in for Sunday brunch, and she was so sweet. This is a family establishment that's been open since the 70s (pretty incredible)!! The food and service were great too. They were extremely kid friendly with our infant. For Sunday brunch they have a prix fix menu with a variety of options from a traditional Syrian breakfast (with potatoes and egg scramble) to a hearty tomato shakshuka. They also have super unique cocktails like a fig martini. They also have different types of mezze, and the labnee dip was great. I can't wait to come back to try dinner!

Made a reservation for an anniversary dinner and it was lovely. The ambiance is so appealing. It is…read morebeautifully decorated. We got hummus with lamb and a dish of yogurt and both were fantastic. I recommend the lamb kebab.

Mediterranean Grill continues to be outstanding. Great middle eastern comfort food! Tried a new…read morechicken dish that was delicious.

Very nice Mediterranean restaurant. I visited this place on the day before Mother's Day, and it was…read moresurprisingly not super packed. It's got a nice location on the central road in Squirrel Hill, but it's a bit hard to find parking. When I got there, I got to try their shish tawouk (chicken kabob), mujadara, salad with feta, and iced mint tea. The tea was pretty alright. Refreshing and a nice mint flavor; I think they might make the blend in house. They also brought out some nice pita before we started the meal. For my main course, I ordered the shish tawouk. You usually get this meal with the rice pilaf, but they were out, so I got to try the mujadara. I'm actually quite glad! The chicken was tender, and the portion was very fair. They served it with a nice tomato sauce, but I also asked for some garlic sauce on the side. The sauces both seem to be homemade, and definitely go well with the chicken. The mujadara was surprisingly delicious. They top the dish with crispy sweet onions. It's a mix of lentils and some other grain. Very good! One thing to mention generally is this place closes quite early, usually around 8 or 8:30 PM, so do keep it in mind. It is also very clearly a family endeavor, with the mom managing most of the tables and the kids always helping out. Very nice place!

Solid take-out meal from this place last night. We opted to pick it up so it was far hotter/fresher…read morethan using a delivery service. Our fave foodie neighbor recommended this over highly-rated Med Table (still haven't tried that place yet, so our verdict is out!). Overall, our meal was really good (not great). Appetizers: hummus & baba gannouj were tasty. We opted for their "regular" size which has given us plenty of leftovers! (Other options: small & large). Hummus was the fave; I've definitely had more flavorful baba. We opted to toast all the mounds of huge pita that came with the meal, though. We're not fans of cold, "raw" pita with dips. Entrees: I got the Genie's combo plate - a couple of interestingly spiced , though somewhat dry chicken thighs (spice called "mishwi" - seemed almost like a Berbere-type seasoning w/ cinnamon in the profile) on a bed of basmati & a helping of tasty, crunchy pickled turnips & Lebanese salata (like Mediterranean pico de gallo). The standout item on this place - far and away - was the roasted, spiced cauliflower. I would have that ALONE - no chicken. I liked the dish, overall, but it didn't knock my socks off. I would look for solo-cauliflower next time. Hubs got the Shish Tawook rolled pita - he really enjoyed the grilled chicken with pickled turnip and excellent homemade garlic sauce. He said he'd def reorder. Top tip - get that garlic sauce (if u like garlic). It's AMAZING. No dessert for us, though what an impressive list they have! We'll definitely return to try some other options.

This was my first time at Aladdin Eatery and I was honestly impressed. It is a Lebanese spot and…read morethe food was so good. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and comforting. I ordered a platter with grilled meat, rice, hummus, salad, and cauliflower and it all worked perfectly together. The hummus was super smooth and creamy and paired so well with the warm pita. The grilled meat had great flavor, the rice was light, and the cauliflower was crispy and delicious. The salad added a nice fresh balance to the plate. The service was also really good. My waiter was super sweet and kind and made the experience even better. The atmosphere felt relaxed and welcoming and it seemed like a great place to enjoy a meal whether you are by yourself or with others. For my first visit, this place definitely left a great impression and I will absolutely be coming back.

A true Pittsburgh institution. Hands down one of my favorite restaurants in all of this city. And,…read morethat's saying a lot considering what a foodie town the Steel City has become. In all of the years they have been in business (family owned since 1972), the quality and service has never waivered. I am an absolute nutter for Mediterranean food, specifically Syrian. The food is 100% legit, authentic. Made with love, care, & pride. My goodness that tabooli is INCREDIBLE! All fresh ingredients, all the time. Just the right amount of lemon so it doesn't overpower the rest of the flavors. The spinach & lentil soup reminds me of an old boyfriend's Sitty's kitchen. Her soup was the best and the stuff you get at Ali Baba is nearly identical. Kebab dinner platters and grape leaves are fantastic. If you're visiting Pittsburgh, check out North Oakland and this little gem. It's off the beaten path and not touristy but the food is solid and delicious.

This place has been reliably great since 1974 at least, one or two remodelings ago, when some…read moreseniors were playing backgammon at the bar for hours. Nowadays it's reliably great food. Their baba ghanooj is unbeatable, and I've truly enjoyed discovering new corners of their menu.

A friend and I stopped in here for hookah on a Sunday evening. This spot is open late, which is…read moregreat for Pittsburgh. They are a restaurant in the front and hookah in the back. However, you can still order food in the hookah area. We ordered a hookah and then ordered some hummus, veggies, and drinks (non alcoholic) a little later. The vibe is chill. The service is great and the hummus and drinks were delicious! I'll definitely be stopping back in here soon. It's right in Lawrenceville too, so it's in a great location.

Very happy with my decision, and I enjoyed waiting in the restaurant. It has a comfortable, homey…read morevibe! The food is amazing. The eggplant special was loved by my partner. The waitress was very nice and communicated the menu well. Thank you, Dijlah Restaurant and Cafe team for making this amazing place possible for us to enjoy!

I remember when this place first opened! This little Mediterranean eatery in Lawrenceville was…read more(still is!) a great addition to the area. While Pita My Shawarma serves a limited menu, and doesn't have a ton of seating options, it makes up for those things by serving up flavorful meals. They serve shawarma, salads, and classic dips made with hummus or baba ganoush. They also serve fries, which reaaaaaaally tempted me last time I stopped by...but my coworker only ordered a salad, so I followed her lead. She kept hers completely vegetarian by topping it with falafel, while I opted for chicken. Our meals were prepped and brought out to us quickly, which we appreciated since we knew we had to go back to the office in a reasonable amount of time. It was a bright but cool fall day outside, so we opted to sit indoors and enjoy the sun through the large front windows. I'd definitely come here again...and next time I'm getting fries!

Randomly found this spot while driving around and thought the store had a catchy name. Finally…read moredecided to try this spot and omg! My wife is addicted to this place now. We have order from here through Uber Eats a LOT! Got the chicken shawarma rice bowl and chicken shawarma! The bowl is DEFINITELY filling! This is the closet to the real shawarma I've tried. Love the pickles they put in there! Ooooo and if you like garlic like really really like garlic they have a nice strong garlic sauce they put in the food! Will definitely be back! If you are a shawarma fan you should try this place! Haven't tried the other items but will be back for those!

So good! I work the night shift as a nurse and choices are limited as far as late night food- this…read moresure hit the spot! I got the lamb and chicken combo, it was very good. I look forward to ordering again.

Unexpected surprise! Doordash order at 11pm. Google had…read moresolid reviews and gave this place a try as they were open until late but I was pleasantly surprised how good the food was and it was well packaged. Price point was solid for the amount of food. On Doordash it was $14 for the chicken plate as of September 2025

I messed up. Personally I like the goat but hubby hates the bones. Chilling chicken we both love…read moreand the panneer. And love the rice. Today I was on bus 54 returning from the Science Center ordering on my phone and trying to beat Salem's 1pm to 2 pm Friday prayers. I ordered 2 hot large meals, both the same. Was going for a 12 and 6 oz of Chilli Chicken and 6 oz of paneer but actually ordered 12 oz of chillies chicken, the paneer and 6 oz of chicken gyro. Sometimes mistakes are good. That chicken gyro meat was great and very tasty. We shared 6 oz of it over rice and still were too stuffed. One suggestion. If you do carryout, BRING YOUR OWN BAG. They pack it up but half the time it leaks. But on a very pleasant note, when we were waiting for Bus 54 to go home, a very nice young man stopped, noticed us, rolled down his window and gave us a bunch of paper towels. I LOVE THIS TOWN.

I found a staple in my food tonight. Thankfully my tongue caught it before anything worse happened…read more For context, my toddler and I were sharing the plate. Like any parent, my first thought was: what if my son had swallowed that? I brought the staple with me and spoke with a manager at Salem. The response I received was incredibly disappointing. The only thing offered was a drink. No real concern, no meaningful response -- just a quick attempt to move past it. It left a really bad taste in my mouth, and not just because of the staple. Please be careful eating here.

Tasty food for affordable prices. Nellie, the owner, came to the United States as a refugee during…read morethe Lebanese Civil War. What must have been a heartbreaking exodus brought beautiful things to Pittsburgh. Our city is a rich place because of people like her. My gyro was a bit lacking in flavor, but the tabbouleh, hummus and accompaniments were perfect! In the photo you'll see I got the #32 for $11.50. They also give a generous amount of pita bread. Tried my friend's falafel- delicious! Everything here is homemade with care. It's a cozy and warm atmosphere. I will definitely be back again soon!

I had such high hopes for this place. I've passed it nearly every day for 2 years and thought "hmm…read morehome-cooked food, gotta try!" The fantasy was unfortunately not the reality. We ordered togo. The menu seemed extensive and reasonably priced. I got the chicken Caesar sandwich. Not sure why it's called Caesar since the only thing Caesar about it was the romaine. The cucumber sauce was okay but watery. My chicken was in huge chunks and tasted bland. The pita was like eating a wet paper bag. I like a lot of strong flavors in my food and this was just not for me.

It was a toss up between a 4 and 5 star rating on this truck. The food was not out of this world…read morebut I certainly didn't have anything to complain about either. I got the Fun Guy with French Onion soup and my husband got the Rastafarian with potato salad. He loved his! My french onion tasted like regular french onion soup. The fun guy was really good if you are into mushrooms--- which I am. Great service and super friendly. May I add it was under 25 degrees and they were out there busting their butt. I felt so bad for the girl taking orders because she was freezing! I will add this one on my list of food trucks I will come back for.

This is some seriously good Food Truck eats. I got the Burgh Bites Combo with a Schmucker, Torts,…read moreand Corn/Mango Salsa. Pros: The flavors are spot on The sandwiches are huge and have lots of protein The corn/mango salsa is fresh and both sweet and slightly spicy The Tort chips are delicious and fresh All the food tastes like fresh made with excellent ingredients The prices are very reasonable Cons: I've only just now tried them :) In all seriousness, this truck is one of the best food trucks I've tried. I will definitely be keeping my eyes peeled for them in the future. If you see them around the Burgh, make sure you stop by and try some of their delicious food!