I checked out this place yelp because I wanted falafel and this is what pops up. Thank goodness for yelp because it has just introduced me to a wonderful love of middle eastern food for CHEAP. Place is awesome, chill, laid back, and CHEAP. people that don't like it sound like they are a bit snooty, Actually, the falafel was good, hummus was... eh. but that falafel, it was GOOD, haven't had a good one since I returned from across the pond, eh eh eh! read more

I'm not very inclined to leave reviews, but I think this place deserves to be mentioned. A small little deli, nothing fancy at all, but "genuine". His owner Isam, and his wife Argentina are a very welcoming couple. They made us feel like special guests since it was our first time there. They even treat us with coffee, and cookies for my little daughter who was fascinated with the place. We tried hummus, baba ganoush, tabouli, a couple of dinner plates and of course baklavas....everything was very good and fresh made. I went looking for "the best baklava in Town" since I'm having an Arabian themed party but I'm totally planning to order more than just that ... they even have cocktail size pita bread, looking forward to go back. read more

5 stars for a simple market and deli with some killer good freshly prepared food. I've been coming here for years. I find the portions to be reasonable, and the quality of the food top notch. Go to the counter, place your order, and they'll call you up to do a pick up when it's ready. Nothing like going in for a quick lunch and walking out with a bunch of grocery items, a chunk of feta, a pound of tabbouleh, and a bag of freshly baked pita breads. I'm a fan of their food overall. There are excellent options for vegetarians. They also make outstanding stuffed grape leaves. True story- during one of my pregnancies I craved these, and went twice a week to get them. They are as good now as they were then. There is seating here, so you can go with a small group and have lunch easily. Don't forget to pick up some freshly prepared baklava for dessert! read more

It's awful of me not to have updated this in a more timely fashion. Simply put, Middle Eastern Bakery is fantastic. Excellent food, great lemonade, superb market and low prices! What really makes the place stand out is the service. I'd like to share a recent experience I had. After ordering some take out, I struck up a conversation with the owner, who was eating breakfast. We discussed the various types of feta available, and which kind was best. This guy, the owner, sliced off a piece of cheese from his own breakfast and gave me a sample. That's right, he feels so strongly about his goods that he was willing to share his breakfast. I love this shop and only wish that the hours of operation were more in line with my schedule. read more

Across the street from my work. Everything I've had here is tasty, from the kibbeh to the falafel. Hummus & baba ghanouj are obviously very divisive topics, but the baba-g here is the best I've ever had - so smoky! so creamy! The market is a great feature, too - olives & feta, lots of dried goods, seemingly out of place cookbooks from a serious called "this bitch can..." (e.g., "this bitch can cook for a party"). Not the best (or cheapest) Middle Eastern food I've had, and not the best market, but somehow the place is more than the sum of its part. The rosewater lemonade is kind of what pushes this place into five-star territory - the stuff is DEFINITELY the best lemonade I've ever had, and hits the spot on our hot summer days. read more

Wow, I've lived in Coronado for about 6 months already and I cannot believe this is my first visit!! The bakery had a warm and inviting ambiance and the owner Isam, is just delightful. My husband and I arrived 10 minutes prior to closing and Isam was so inviting to us. We placed our orders, mine the falafel plate and my husband ordered the Lebanese chicken plate. On top of this we ordered a large hummus plate. Hypothetically speaking if we could have ordered the entire menu we would have! Everything sounded amazing on the menu. Alas, the famous Lemonade, we just had to try, made with honey and rosewater. I told Isam that this was our first visit and I had to try his famous lemonade, and he lit up like a Christmas tree and said "this is your first time here?!? Lemonade on the house for the two of you." No way?! Ya way! The lemonade did not fail us, it was delicious!! So refreshing and the flavors worked lovely together! Now onto our food plates....the hummus plate was delicious! They put ground beef cooked in olive oil, garlic and onions and sprinkled it on too of the hummus and boy was it delicious with the pita bread!! My falafel plate was amazing, the falafel nice and crisp on the outside and cooked and moist in the middle, it tasted amazing with the pita, tabouli and hummus together! My husband kept on raving about the chicken and how tender and flavorful it was, I had some and he had to take the plate away from me before I devoured it all! Haha! We still had half of the hummus left and Isam came up to us and asked if we wanted an extra pita bread on the house to eat with the hummus! Uh, YAH! Not only was the food delicious this place exceeds in the customer service department, Isam was just a delight and to give us lemonade and pita on the house, this place just rightfully owned their 5 stars!! read more

Lovely lovely lovely! Real authentic food and real authentic people. So happy I came in! All smiles when I left!

Love the vegetarian sampler, which I usually get with wheat pitas. Delicious falafel. And I think their baklava nests are also quite nice. You can taste just a hint of flower in there which is lovely. They use the same flower essence in the lemonade, which I have to say *is* pretty good, especially since I don't really like lemonade. Its way too sweet though. Once I took it home and watered it down which made it much more refreshing. Otherwise I feel like I need some water to wash down the lemonade. read more

After moving to Bay Area, i still miss this place SOOOO MUCH. Baba, rice pilaf, lamb, gyros, salad, oh my god. BRING IT HERE to Norcal. read more

You don't go to a place called Middle Eastern Bakery & Deli for ambiance. You go because you've heard about that one item that people can't stop talking about. I'm here to review that one item: The Lemonade. As I walked up to the counter to place my order, I was greeted by an older gentleman I can only assume was the owner of this establishment. As soon as I told him I had heard good things about the lemonade, without even skipping a beat, he replied, "It's the best in Phoenix." I cordially laughed. He did not. With a very straight face he pointed to the wall behind him. There were about five plaques given out by various periodicals and city magazines going back eight years. All read "Best Lemonade in Phoenix". My chicken gyro was so-so. But you better believe I ordered about a gallon's worth of lemonade. And it definitely lived up to the hype. With hints of rosemary and mint, this lemonade stands alone. My suggestion: Go here in between meals. If you want some midday refreshment, it does not get any better than this lemonade. read more

Awesome pita and pies! The shawrma and meat/spinach pie is great. Pleasantly surprised. Definitely a hole in the wall gem. Hard to find legit traditional ethinic foods around the area but this place definitely tops the list for middle eastern food. Will definitely be back. Needs some upgrades with decor but that will take time. read more

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Great service. My son and I went for our first time and they bought us lemonade. It was fresh and fantastic. The service was wonderful... continually offering us refills. My son got the hummus with gluten free pita and a gyros on GF pita. The pita bread was so good I bought a pack to bring home. For only $3.50 my husband and son have had 24 sandwiches. 12 slices of pita makes 24 pita pocket sandwiches!! Great deal! I ordered the vegetarian combination was enjoyed everything I ate. read more

I have had a lot of traditional middle eastern food, but this place is on its own level. TRY THE LEMONADE and the falafal is the best I've ever had. read more

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Great middle eastern food. We had falfel and chicken kabob. Really fresh pitas. Clean and efficient.

The food in this market and cafe are great but what is exceptional is that the owners show an unparalleled hospitality and kindness that shows how centered they are around connected relationships with the community. They evoke joy. Also, if you like pickles, a must-try is the pink pickles turnips dyed in vinegar and beet juice. Wow. read more

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Went for lunch today. I used to be a regular years ago when I worked in the neighborhood. The gyro was very good and filling. Also had the hummus with beef which was tasty. They have a good selection of frozen pastries and foods. Will have to stop by again when in the neighborhood. Isten Vele. read more

Yummy! I had the sampler plate and loved all of the options, especially the Tabouli! I am not a big fan of this minty dish, but theirs had a little more grain which made it perfect to me. I liked the falafel balls and the rolled grapeleaves too. I definitely will be back and will try the Beef Shawarma next time. Sorry everyone, but I was not as impressed with the lemonade as it was hyped up to be. read more

I like Middle Eastern food. A lot. We came here because of the high ratings on Yelp. My dad ordered us the vegetarian plate, a schwarma/chicken plate with hummus, tabbouleh and baba ganesh. All of it was delish! The lemonade was incredible and I loved it. You must order it when you go here! We also got Turkish coffee and baklava. The coffee was in tiny cups and very STRONG. My mom loved the baklava as it was very fresh and very flaky. This is a very different experience from most restaurants. It was nice to sit and chat rather than be rushed with our meal and leave. Clearly, those who were eating there that day were used to this very relaxed way of eating. The owner was very nice and came over to our table to talk with us. We learned he was from a close suburb to us, so we had a fun time talking about "home." The woman who made our food also came out to clear our plates. We expressed our thanks to her for making such a great meal and she was very humble and sweet. Go here! You'll love it! read more

Excellent place to eat! We were treated with such kindness on our visit! The wonder gave us a coffee and baklava to eat after our meal. I ate their combo plate as I couldn't decide what to have as it all looked delectable! They make their pita's HOMEMADE along with the hummus! Don't MISS OUT on passing by this deli!!! Also a MUST try is the lemonade!!! Why??? It is sweetened with honey and rose water! read more

I had a chicken Lebanese gyro. Seasoned perfectly with lemon. Very fresh and filling. Their lemonade was voted best in Phoenix so I had to try it. Very good! read more

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Caution - I arrived at 9am this morning to have some breakfast. I could see people inside but the door was locked up until I left at 9:08. I tried to call and inquire if they knew the door was locked and no one answered. Very disappointing. Be careful if you are on a schedule that this place does not adhere to their posted hours. read more

BEST MIDDLE EASTERN FOOD I'VE EVER HAD. Ive tried so much food all across the country and I am not exaggerating when I say this place stands out as number one for quality and value. The hummus is the perfect consistency, the rice is fluffy, tabouli fresh and crisp the lemonade is the out of this world !! The authentic family charm shines through the food and of course to you as you enter they are so kind and welcoming. 10/10 such a great dining experience and I got take out. read more

Pretty nice place. Prices and the food were just right, and there is no word that is worthy of complimenting the lemonade. The staff was very friendly. read more

This is our first time here. Let me just say, this place is so inviting as soon as you walk in. It has a feel of a neighborhood spot, everyone seems to know everyone. The menu looks amazing. I wished my pockets were a little deeper because I really wanted to buy more than one dish. The older gentleman behind the counter heard that it was our first time in his shop and immediately told us that our lemonades were on him, he refused to let us pay for them. If you ever come in here, you mustn't leave without trying the lemonade. They put an amazing, fresh twist on a summertime classic. Food review will soon follow. read more

So, so good! My husband and I went with friends a few nights ago and everyone loved their food. I had the Shish and lamb kabob. My husband and I were blown away that they not only had gluten free pita bread, but had a lot more gluten free options AND stuff in the freezer we could take home! We'll be back. Often. read more

I came across this wonderful jewel by a complet accident. I was getting my car battery charged and just decided to walk over and get a bite to eat. The owner help me pick a meal as I have never eaten middle eastern before and I must say . Best food I have had (sorry mom) read more

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Very good falafel and homemade lemonade. Nice little market too. Very busy and friendly staff

I am so impressed with the food here. I've never tried Greek before and I am glad I came here first. I tried the Chicken Kabob with Greek salad. It was DELICIOUS, great when paired with their Lemonade. Service was awesome. read more

I reecently put on a middle eastern themed party at my house with a belly dancer and arabic music. Of course I wanted the food to be as authentic and as amazing as possible to complete the evening. To that end, I used this little gem of a place for most of my food needs. Their hummus is good and the tabouli transcends any I have ever had, there must be some magic ingredient that makes it pop with flavor. At the last minute I needed a greek salad to feed 10-15 people. The owner gladly pulled off a tray of fresh colorful salad and gave me a great price since I had purchased so much food there. I also got an assortment of desserts and they were all amazing. By the way, If you go there, do try their excellent lemonade; it's not tart as they spike it with honey. So, my party was a total success and I give credit to this deli for delivering quality food that is rich with flavor and freshness. read more

Great food but really slow. All of the meats are really good. The chicken has a perfect marinade. The salads are good but nothing that will knock your socks off. The lemonade is a must, as it is sweetened with real honey rather than sugar. Wait: 1 Service: 2 Food: 4 Atmosphere: 3 Overall: 3 read more

I grew up in Toledo, OH where Lebanese food is an art form. This is up there with the best. Highly recommended.

Today, I went with my children so they could encounter a new culture (Lebanese). The owner, sat with us at the table, to teach our children about the Phoenician civilization, and even gave them some dessert. Hi wife took such care of us and made us feel at home. Their Lebanese chicken dish was DELICIOUS and so was their pita bread and hummus. I HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone who is looking to eat some good authentic Mediterranean food. read more

Love it. First time here, and I love the initial experience. My appetite wasn't the largest so I just had a gyros sandwich, but what I was served was the best gyros I've eaten in my years in Arizona (not an exaggeration). Friendly staff and a nice, store-like atmosphere. Definitely check it out for lunch! read more

Excellent quality food. Small, family owned place. Delicious baba ganoush and tabouli. Very friendly owner from Lebanon. Has middle eastern grocery store inside. They make their pita bread. read more

Good food and good rose water lemonade. I always craving for these on Monday, that they are closed.

I tried their chicken schwarma. The price was right ($5.99), and it tasted good. I like the atmosphere too. It has an authentic Middle-Eastern look and feel, grocery store and all. I wasn't blown away by the customer service. Maybe I caught him on an off day, I don't know, but the schwarma did take a little longer than expected to prepare. I'll definitely give this place another go sometime though. read more

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Love this place! Get the lemonade and the schwarma with tabouli served with pita (all house made). You cant go wrong! read more

This is my friend's favorite Middle Eastern restaurant, and recently he did me the favor of bringing me here. We ordered the combo that gives you one of each kabab (chicken, lamb, and qofta), rice, and salad (we opted for tabouleh here), plus a side of falafel. We washed it down their lemonade (made with rose water and honey- DELICIOUS!) and finished it all up with a slice of baklava and a cup of cafe turka. The owner was a sweetheart. I told him that I like his falafel better than my own, which is a real compliment coming from me, as I often brag about my falafel. But his are fantastic. They are the perfect tiny bites of delicious. Also I love that this place also has a kosher/halal grocery setup right there, in case you want to chance your arm at making any of these fine foods at home! I'll be back often. read more

I walked into the restaurant with high hopes and high expectations after reading the reviews posted here on Yelp and I was pleasantly satisfied. I hadn't had good Middle Eastern food since I moved here from NJ, I had a great coworker who every now and then would make me Moroccan meals and desserts. Now I know where to go to get my fix. They offer food for everyone who enjoys Middle eastern cuisine, from meat eaters to vegetarians, and even have gluten free options. I myself today asked the owner what he suggested and I decided to order that. He suggested the Lebanese Chicken that came with a Greek salad, rice and a pita. He also gave me some of their famous lemonade as well. Now this lemonade mind you was reviewed by New Times as the best lemonade in Phoenix. Now I know why, it's pleasantly sweet and refreshing, sweetened with rose water if my taste buds serve my memory right. My meal was delicious and filling in every aspect I wished it to fill. The Greek salad was salty and tangy just like it should be, now I'm not normally a Greek salad guy, as I'm not going to join an olive lover's guild but this Greek salad changed my opinion on olives.The salad contained pickled beets, tomatoes, red onions, lettuce, olives, cucumbers, and their dressing. It was great, to put things short and sweet. The pita, was soft as a pillow but tasty, unlike a pillow, don't ask me how I know a pillow isn't tasty. The pita was warm, soft, delicious and I used it to clean my plate clean after I finished my meal to absorb what remaining flavors were left behind, just so I wouldn't waste them. The rice was wonderful, it had tons of flavor, and not overpowering. They gave a large amount of it as well, which for me, a big fan of rice, mad this meal even better. The rice contained peas mixed in and I think saffron. The chicken I had was delicious as well, it was chicken breast, in a lemon and herb spice, grilled. It wasn't too salty and the flavor wasn't overpowering. All of the items in the dish accompanied each other well. All of these items together as a meal were very fairly priced too. After AZ sales tax, my meal came to $9.83. I will definitely go again, this time to try a vegetarian option and I highly recommend you going as well. read more

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I am often way too lazy to write a review but this place is so amazing that I must do it. After reading on Yelp! about all the goodness of this place, I gave it a try. I love middle eastern food and grew up in NY where we have very good middle eastern food. I was greeted very warmly by the owner, Isam. I told him I heard about their famous lemonade so I will have that and something else he would recommend. He gave me a sweet smile and told me that the lemonade is on the house as it is my first time. (how nice!) I ordered to go the Lebanese chicken (one breast split in halves, rice, tabouli, and one large fluffy, pillowy pita made fresh) and the falafel (smaller than I'm used to but very tasty) that came with tahini sauce that is very very good. I finished my drink before the food came and he gave me a free refill! I wanted to get a lemonade for my coworker to go, and he gave me that for free too! He was very easy to speak with. I hate going to places where the food is great but the owner makes you feel like you should beg (think Seinfeld and the soup nazi). But this guy was very nice. There was a lady behind me who went for the first time yesterday, and came back today with her friend. The owner immediately recognized her and apologized to her for something. It turned out that there was a guy (I think from the store next door) that was bothering her as she walked in yesterday. She told the owner about it. The owner (after she left) spoke to the guy and he apologized to her for what he did yesterday. The owner also apologized for the guy's behavior. What a man! My food was really really good. And when he packed my food in the bag, he gave me two big slices of bahkalava on the house (again)!! I am definitely coming back and bringing more people. read more