First time going to Palm Palace. My colleagues rave about it, so I wanted to try it. Let me say, the food is *exceptional.* But, I went right around 5pm with my young son. We are black. We stood in the lobby for some time before three other groups showed up: a white couple, a white woman with her toddler, and a white couple with a baby. Eventually, the hostess appeared, and looking only toward the white patrons, asked how many were in each party. Never asked me. I volunteered that there were two of us. She said it wld be 10 min. When she returned, she motioned to the white woman and toddler, and proceeded to seat them. When she returned, she told the white couple with the baby to follow her. I said, "actually, we were ahead of them, " which she ignored. Her behavior was so offensive that even the white couple volunteered, "she was ahead of us." Reluctantly, she told all of us to follow. She seated all of us at our tables. I asked if they had crayons or paper for kids. She rolled her eyes and pretended not to understand English. Note that she addressed us in English in the lobby. I'll think twice about going back. Without a doubt, the food is amazing. But I don't want to subject my kid to that kind of abuse. read more

We had a work event so we decided to choose Palm Palace. The manager was amazing to work with especially since we needed to accommodate a guest with a severe shellfish allergy. Delivery was on time and the food was amazing. Everyone loved it. Your hummus, garlic sauce, and little pillows of goodness (the bread) are out of this world. read more

Food -- the soup was served stunningly hot, which I really appreciated. The humus was very watery and the chicken shawarma appetizer came with luke-warm chicken. Service-- absolutely terrible! Drinks were not refilled, I ordered tea and never received it, for 8 people we received 4 tiny cups of garlic spread, and the server appeared to take our order and bring our food and then someone had to wave him down for anything else. Just terrible, terrible service! It took over an hour to get our bill and they only had 3 other tables going. Ambiance -- I found it to be cold inside (so I ordered hot tea that never appeared!) However, they didn't give me any troubles about my Service Dog in Training (SDiT), so between that and the exceptionally hot soup they get 2 stars, otherwise it would be 1. read more

I love Palm Palace ,the food were great as well as the server. My server tonight , her name is Hoda, she is really a accomodating, she serve as like her own family. We are so thankful..feels like hime thee way she treated us read more

amazing food and service, cozy ambiance, only thing that was a bit off-putting was the motorized robot that brings around dishes and... speaks. read more

I highly recommend visiting or making the trip out for this. The service is amazing and the food is delicious. Frequent lunches that never disappoint. read more

Palm Palace is an amazing Mediterranean spot that serves up some delicious eats. We are happy we finally tried it for dinner (take out.) Everything in our order was perfect & it was even packed up in a cute reusable bag, compete with the Palm Palace logo on it! The baba, hummus, & garlic was so yummy! He chose the tawook, which he loved! We will definitely be back and dine in, I heard the ambiance is over the top! read more

This place is like stepping into a futuristic Middle Eastern restaurant. The bread is fluffy, warm, and melts in your mouth. The accompanying garlic sauce is flavorful. My husband and I shared the chef's sampler plate to try to figure out our favorite dishes. By far the shish kafta was the best food on the platter. I will definitely order this dish when I come back. The chicken shawarma, shish kabob, and tawook chicken were decent. We also ordered the kibbie appetizer which was average. It was a little harder than I like. Their house salad was very good but the tabouli was lacking lemon juice and salt. We preferred the lamb grape leaves over the cold vegetarian version. The falafels were ok but a little too firm for My daughter said that their mango smoothie was the best she has ever had and my husband and I loved the mint lemonade. We will be back. read more

Palm Palace - Falafel - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Awesome food! Bonus they have robots which is cool to have you sever your food! Will be back again!

4.5 **** Really good Mediterranean Food There are a number of Mediterranean restaurants in the area. Palm Palace was the correct choice for us as it was authentic & really good. They are still following protocols and we found the restaurant to be welcoming and clean. After we placed our order, they brought us some fresh pita bread along with garlic sauce. We also ordered a small hummus which was very good. Their house salad dressing was light and tasty. Their soup was really good if you like lentil soup. The Shish Tawook was flavorful & delicious. We also had their grilled shrimp which was tasty. The entrees come with your choice of soup or salad & rice or roasted veggies or potato wedges with the dish. Everything was so good!!! Too bad we didn't have time to go back and try other items during out visit. We would certainly be back if we need to return to the area again. read more

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Amazing Middle Eastern cuisine. The servings are generous, especially on the protein, and you will likely leave with leftovers. The mint lemonade is a must. read more

From once favorite to 'won't return'. We used to love Palm Palace and never pass an opportunity to dine in or take out kibbeh nayeh and deboned chicken. A few years back things started to change with colorful new take out packaging reminiscent of fast food chains. At our most recent visit server robots, plastic wrapped silverware and table site hand sanitizer added to that feel. Now the place has never had the cleanest bathrooms or most elegant interior. During our latest visit it seemed particularly run down with weeds growing outside, a half dead potted plant and crumbling sidewalks. Investments instead went into the vehicle wraps. New to us were the menus in tablet form. I should say menu, since we had to share one. The menu seemed pretty strange, offering a tapas and an appetizer section. Tapas were small plates of middle eastern appetizers?! Beer is now available too?! I was surprised when the waiter asked if I wanted a small or large salad as only one size was available on the menu for 11.99. The salad was a true small (tiny) which was fine with me. It was tasty after all. The only surprise was the bill afterwards. 11.99 for the small. It is unknown what a large would have been as it is not indicated in the menu. The chicken was good but not quite as amazing as I remembered it. The rice was bland. The lentil soup had some good flavors but was far from the quality I had known. A little starchy and not that bright lemony flavor combined with the hearty as expected. The mango smoothie was a strawberry smoothie, which did not surprise at all. I ordered a mango smoothie many times before and never gotten one. The waiter did not accept that he had taken our order wrong since his tablet said otherwise and what he brought had to accepted. The response was rude and left a bad taste. Overall a disappointment. We won't be back. Take a trip to Dearborn! read more

Very fresh, delicious food in a pleasant atmosphere with very friendly service! We will return!

First time visiting here, a friendly place with a robot to move the food around. Our eyes were bigger than our stomachs, servings are generous at this distinctive place near the highway which was convenient for the three couples who travelled a bit to meet up. Fresh baked pita is always a tell that they know what they're doing with Middle Eastern food. Hummus was tasty and the garlic sauce too. While the crushed lentil soup was ok, the Moroccan Harira was a new experience for me and I'll order it again. Chunks of lamb, lentils, chickpeas, etc., etc., in an aromatic broth that's almost a stew. Salads were spot on, and the combo plates were generous and the shish kafta was especially delicious. Ordered way too much, but it will make some nice lunches tomorrow. read more

AMAZING food. Randomly came here on a whim and have to say it beats all other Mediterranean places in the metro Detroit area, and that speaks volumes. The lamb were sooo juicy and tender. Humus was a bit sour for my taste but lentil soup was delicious. Big portions even for a fat boi like me read more

The food was good and fresh. Surface was amazing. Very authentic food. And the bread is fresh and warm out out of the oven.

My friends and I had a great lunch at the Palm Palace today. excellent service by Hoda. the food was terrific and the prices were very reasonable. I will be back. read more

The interior decor is over-the-top, and maybe in need of some repair/cleaning. It's like whatever cause I got carry out. They are always busy for a reason: the food's great. read more

Everything was amazing. The ambiance, food, service. Our waitress Huda was absolutely wonderful. I found this restaurant on Yelp looking for halal options for my family and I could not be more pleased. They have free tea in the waiting area, outstanding service, and large portions. Every entree we ordered was delicious and hot, delivered by a cute robot. The soup and salad were also superb. I would go here again and again if I lived in the area. read more

Well my fellow foodies, I am so happy I decided to actually dine in this restaurant. I was able to get the full experience of Palm Palace and it changed my mind significantly. I met the manager who is a complete delight and actually came to our table after we ordered to recommend the best things on the menu. Inside this place is absolutely beautiful, they serve your food with robots, and have complimentary mouthwash in the bathroom how cools is that!!!! On to the food; we ordered the grape leaves and lamb appetizer that I dipped in garlic paste and it was delicious. For dinner we had the combination plate of lamb and shrimp, salad and potato wedges. I love the fact that they cook everything right to order and the flavors are so mouthwatering. The only downside was my veggie side dish was cold and my well done lamb was a bit too well done for me. I will definitely return and order more lamb, just medium well next time! read more

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I eat here frequently. The food is consistently tasty, and a ghallaba makes a good meal if you are hungry. They upgraded the interior and it has a pleasant feel, making it a good place to go with friends. Hoda is a wonderful waitress. If you have a birthday buddy, they sing with enthusiasm. I recommend it highly. read more

I've been coming here for years. I like that they have Sanitizer on the table that you don't even have to touch! Love this aspect to be clean. The portions are always good sThe staff is attentive and the food tastes great! Love the hummus here! Order the fresh lemonade!! So good!! read more

I'd heard good things and it did not disappoint. The place is very clean and the service excellent (Hoda). We had a birthday party of 11, so quite a variety of food and everyone was happy. Great crushed lentil soup. Everyone received an individual garlic sauce and the warm bread kept coming. Enough food for two meals for most. Right now they have a complimentary warm spice drink in the front lobby. read more

Palm Palace - the ceiling of the palace - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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The food is the most authentic we've had in a long time. The portions were large and the food was excellent. Along with great service, the robot serving food provided some entertainment, too. Great place! read more

Enjoyed the deboned chicken with lemon oregano sauce. Was very happy that they allowed me to substitute grilled vegetables for rice. Our server was extremely helpful and informative. read more

We had not eaten here in about a year, and returned for a family reunion. The decor is updated and even more attractive, including a robot that delivers meals to the table. Unfortunately the kitchen was running behind and our food took a really long time to arrive. Our server was really hustling though and doing her best . We had: chicken shawarma, lamb kabob,mujadra , baba ghannoush, salads , lentil soup, fresh bread, toum and grape leaves. The food was spectacular, as always. When the urge strikes for these delights, you can't go wrong here! read more

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Coming off a migraine, I was not in the mood to cook and had no interest in even putting something simple together. So, delivery it was. I hadn't had Middle Eastern food in a very long time and I was jonesing hard. I also really wanted to try someplace new so I decided to give Palm Palace a shot. It was a really great call. My husband went for chicken shawarma and falafal sandwiches (saving the other half of each for lunch the next day) and I got the kebab meal (chicken and beef) with a side of rice and salad. And we got an app order of hummus with fresh baked pita. And OF COURSE a cup of garlic sauce. Everything arrived hot and fresh and the portion size of the kebab meal was huge and easily made two meals as well. I was admittedly more into the chicken than the beef in the kebab so next time I'll just stick with the chicken. The order came packaged really well and each container was sealed with a sticker to ensure they hadn't been tampered with in delivery. It even had a little card included saying they took our safety seriously. I appreciated all those little touches. All said the meal ended up being a bit on the pricey side so I'm not sure we'll have it in a regular rotation but for a special meal it's a good choice. read more

Palm Palace has become my go-to spot for delicious carryout food. I haven't dined in yet, but as soon as restaurants are open for dining again, it will be on my list! My first experience was actually in February, when I had a hankering for carryout. After searching yelp for the best local spots for it, Palm Palace was at the top of the list. I had never eaten there yet and was eager to check it out. Our food was ready even before the estimated time, and we were soon enjoying all of the savory flavors from the comforts of home. This weekend I needed something to shake up my routine, and carryout was it. A number of places are closed at the moment (in case you're reading this in the future, we are in the throes of the great pandemic), but Palm Palace was open. I decided on the same thing as before: Signature Combo with Harira Soup to start and rice on the side. The secret's out, because we had to wait even longer than quoted for our food that night. Still, it was worth the wait, and I ate even more than I thought I was hungry for once I got home. The meal comes with a delicious side of soft naan bread, and an even more delicious garlic spread. I could use about 4x the amount of garlic spread than what they give. Other than that, I am one happy camper with a dinner from Palm Palace! read more

Palm Palace - Signature Combo - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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The food here is great! I've had little that I didn't enjoy. This time didn't disappoint: the falafel, Baba Ghanoush, pita, lamb grape leaves, and Lamb Kafka were all amazing. I will get all of those again. We had planned to dine in, but the restaurant was so hot on the August day that we opted to get takeout instead. I'm not sure whether the AC was out or if it is usually like that in the summer. I wouldn't recommend the spinach pie tapa as a takeout item. It didn't hold up to the steam condensation in the takeout container. Bear with these people...they are terribly understaffed right now and the woman in the front was on the phone nearly nonstop while I popped in to order and as I was picking up my food. The food was worth the extra wait, and I will certainly be back. read more

Key Points Warm and inviting atmosphere Delicious Middle Eastern cuisine Creamy hummus and freshly baked pita bread for appetizers Flavorful Lamb Shawarma bursting with spices and tender meat Vegetarian-friendly options like the crispy Falafel Platter Attentive and knowledgeable staff Memorable dining experience A must-visit in Ann Arbor for Middle Eastern food lovers their online ordering system is excellent and easy to navigate. takeout it very simple and a great experience read more

had a wonderful experience here for lunch today. the bread was unbelievable. i got a mediterranean salad which left me so refreshed. i finished with the lamb chops which were juicy and flavorful. the restaurant was very relaxed which made the experience feel even better. the service was very fast too. overall it was a great time! read more

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Updated review - still delicious. Again, another place that I can't figure out why it is rated so low! I have been going to Palm Palace for years and the food has always been delicious, the portions are pretty big, AND THE BREAD THO. The fattoush is one of my favorites, the falafel is great, and the grilled veggies are surprisingly amazing. Palm Palace is great to take people with dietary restrictions (very veg-friendly, easily low carb, pretty healthy, and have even been with someone that only got chicken wings are fresh fries). The lunch prices are super reasonable and I always look forward to going there! Pro-tip: Get a bottle of the fattoush dressing to-go, so you can enjoy salads all week! read more

Wow. What an update. Palm Palace has always been good but the menu change, with added beer and wine is primo. The same recipes and great service but easier menu to follow. From the salads to the sides, all was fresh and tasty. The items that keep me coming back are the salads, hummus, lamb, rice, garlic sauce and especially the grape leaves. We cannot help ourselves but to order a feast when we visit. We tried another drink called mint lemonade. We expected a preprocessed packages flavor drink. Not at Palm Palace. It was fresh lemon, orange and mint blended with ice. It was an amazing and refreshing beverage that paired well with the dishes. The interior is comfortable and vibrant. Everyone was friendly and inviting but there was some annoying chime or bell from the kitchen area that just wouldn't stop. The dining room wasn't busy so the sound was permeating. I'm sure it's drowned out when there are more diners. The cherry on top was the service. We had a wonderful lady that was so sweet. She really hustled for her section and was clearly prideful of her work and serving tables. Palm Palace is a real treat and solid choice when wanting a tasty healthy meal. read more

Palm Palace - Classic lamb combo w side of garlic sauce, yogurt and tahini - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Ordered a few shawarmas to go. The shish kabob was so juicy and flavorful. The meat shawarma and spicy chicken shawarma were also pretty good. I appreciated the to go packaging and that they clearly labeled all the different sandwiches. read more

This is my go to Mediterranean restaurant when I'm in town, and it rarely disappoints. This time around, my chicken shawarma sandwich was lacking freshness in both temperature, and the over cooked quality of the meat which had tough pieces of chicken and rarely any pickles. I ordered the combo with potato wedges and side salad which were ok. The pita bread and garlic is always on point, and is some of the best I've had. read more

Went to Palm Palace today for lunch per recommendation from my Lebanese grandmother, she told me it was the best middle eastern food in the metro Detroit area and boy was she correct! It was delicious! I got the Falafel Sandwich Deluxe that has hummus, tabbouleh and falafel on it (all vegan). The falafel was perfect, hummus and tabbouleh had amazing flavors. I'm said I no longer live in Michigan otherwise I would be here multiple times a week. Our server Hoda was super welcoming, friendly and all around wonderful. She also helped me make sure the food I wanted was vegan (dietary choices and allergy reasons) and even had a laminated chart that listed every single food item and allergen info for each! I always feel like a burden asking about ingredients because of this but I loved that they have the laminated sheet listing it all making it easy for staff and customers all around. Highly recommend going here and also I love the decor and music, plus they have a cute cat robot that brings the food to the table! That was cool to see in person!! read more

Palm Palace is a unique restaurant serving all the Mediterranean favorites. Everything is made from scratch. The menu is pretty extensive with many choices and offers something for every kind of eater including vegans. Pita bread is made fresh and served hot right out of the oven! We started with the trio of hummus, baba ganoush and tabbouleh. All were so delicious I could have ate them by myself! We weren't too hungry for dinner platters but did see them on other peoples tables and they looked really good! We ordered 3 sandwich wraps that were both flavorful and filling. Hoda our waitress was so helpful with our order. The entire kitchen staff was very friendly, clean and ran a smooth operation. There was no wait for our food and everything came to the table in an orderly fashion. The ambience inside is like you're going to a Sultan palace. It's very neat and a fun place for any occasion. read more

Palm Palace - Pita Bread yum. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Service by Hoda was amazing as well as the food. 5/5 stars for both!! Place is quiet if you needed to have a lunch meeting or even a small party. I recommend the lamb!!! read more

We ordered carry out from here and we were impressed with the packaging and efficiency of their carry out service. We had the bread basket with garlic dip which I think is the best thing on the menu. They gave us lots of bread and it was still warm when we got home. We also had the Starter Combo which went well with the pita bread. The hummus, baba ghanoush, and tabulee in the starter combo were all delicious. The spicy chicken shawarma was very good. The lamb in the shawarma combo was tender and flavorful. The food was delicious and this is a good restaurant to support as they have provided free meals to kids when schools shut during covid. read more

My wife and I had a delicious dinner here. The best part was the service. Our server Hoda was super friendly and very knowagable about the menu. My favorite place for a scrumptious meal and quiet atmosphere read more