As part of our diversifying & including international cultures - beyond Japanese - in my Women's Sushi & More group, of which I'm an organizer, I decided to initiate "Food Diplomacy" tonight, per my U.S. Department of State professional experience at U.S. Embassy Majuro, in the Republic of the Marshall Islands, as well as based on my 3-years living in multi-cultural Chicago, IL, 10+ years living inside the Washington, D.C. beltway (the most diverse, educated, and international part of the United States of America), working in New York City, and 5-years living in San Francisco & Silicon Valley, CA. This venue, as such, reminds me of "East West Grill - Arlington," near Clarendon, in Arlington, VA, just outside Washington, D.C., which my Pakistani-American BFF showed me, over 20+ years ago, around 2005, when we met, and where I took my Sierra Leone-American BFF in 2018, given she's also Halal. The customer service was exquisite, and Aqeel made our experience so hospitable! He told me they do not accept reservations, however to call ahead 15-minutes in advance, and later 5-minutes in advance. He ensured we had a table all set-up for our group of 6 women, and was so very attentive with us, ensuring we had everything we needed, while ordering. In my case, I ordered one of the fresh juices - Lemon with Mint - after seeing nearly every delivery order ordering it, and it was superbly delicious! Then I tried the Cucumber & Yogurt, of course, a favorite. I skipped the dolmas, as I was filling up fast! :-) And I ordered their signature dish: "26. Lamb Haneeth حنيذ لحم," which was superb! The lamb was so very tender, juicy, and a delicious taste, and I'm thrilled to have an ample amount remaining, for my lunch tomorrow! Highly recommend! read more

Yemen Grill - 26. Lamb Haneeth حنيذ لحم - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Absolutely delicious! We ordered the gyro plate, the chicken and lamb kofta plate, and baklava and everything was amazing. The meats were juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. You can really tell they season everything well. The rice was just as impressive super flavorful and not just a plain side. Portions are very generous, definitely enough to leave full (or share). The baklava was the perfect way to finish the meal , beautifully layered, rich, and flavorful without being overly sweet. And the piece was big too! If you're in Aurora and craving Middle eastern food, Yemen Grill is a must-try. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Came in for early dinner. Had a great service. Food was good but a little price, but good portion. . Place was homey, clean Nice place. Will recover. read more

Yemen Grill - Lamb Mandi for early dinner. - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

I had been to the other Yemen grill thinking I had signed up for the same quality as the other location. Maybe it was an off night but the food and freshness was as mediocre at best. The lamb sandwich lacked freshness and flavor, my wife's falafel wrap was also far worse than the fresh falafels we had at the other location. The banana strawberry shake at $5.99 was utterly sweet and resembled a Costco fruit smoothie but honestly was even less refreshing. The baba ganoush wasn't fresh a the pita was served on a platter that hadn't been cleaned in multiple uses. I guess the only good thing is that they are open till 11pm. Not sure what went wrong last night. But hope the quality can approve. read more

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Yemen grill lets you watch as they make each of the dishes fresh and hot for each order. I wish you could hear the crunch of each falafel! Hands down you HAVE to order the grape leaves! These are the best and most flavorful, clearly handmade, grape leaves I have had. They carry a bright and salty flavor that had us fighting for the last one! My partner said this was the most moist and flavorful shawarma wrap that he had ever had. They offer delivery and family meals too, that would make a perfect meal prep for a busy week!! The only downfall is that I was sad to see that this location does not have the cafe options like their other location. read more

Yemen Grill - Falafel - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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This place is extremely welcoming. The customer service is amazing and inviting. The food is really good, just as advertised. read more

Yemen Grill - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Absolutely delicious food and amazing service. The lamb haneeth was incredibly tender, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned, it literally fell off the bone. The grilled chicken was juicy with a great smoky char, and the rice was fragrant and cooked just right. The hummus and salad were fresh and balanced everything beautifully. On top of the food, the service made the experience even better. Aqeel was so kind, welcoming, and genuinely attentive. He took the time to make sure everything was right and made us feel comfortable and appreciated. You can tell he really cares about the customers. Highly recommend this place for authentic, hearty food and warm hospitality. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Yemen Grill - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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WOW yum!!! We had the gyro...it was LOADED with meat (lamb). We had the falafel and as a New Yorker who loves the falafel carts... these were better! The falafel balls were chopped and tossed in the lettuce and they were a generous portion of falafel. The strawberry and banana fruit smoothie was fresh and delicious! The baklava was ridiculously delicious. Highly recommend this little gem of a restaurant! Definitely coming back. read more

Yemen Grill - Strawberry and banana smoothie. - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

The food is amazing, the owner knows what he's doing, I've not heard any bad food, and I have tried a variety. I highly recommend this place. read more

I am so impressed with Yemeni Grill! We ordered the chicken shawarma wrap, shish tawook with rice, lamb haneeth, grape leaves, and a jug of mango juice, everything was absolutely delicious. All the meats were incredibly tender and full of flavor, and the food came out fresh and perfectly seasoned. The stuffed grape leaves were honestly the best I've ever had in a restaurant. Truly outstanding! The service is just as amazing as the food. Aqeel is the best, he greets you like family the moment you walk in, always with a big smile. The hospitality here makes you feel welcomed and appreciated. If you want incredible Middle Eastern food with warm, genuine service, Yemeni Grill is a must try. Highly recommended! read more

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Yemeni cuisine is famous for its rich and meaty flavors. My favorite dish is the Chicken Mandy. Mandy is a dish with chicken, lamb, or beef served over a bed of fragrant rice. The meat is traditionally cooked inside a tandoor or clay oven, or sometimes referred to as buried underground-- which gives it a smoky flavor and most tender, fall off the bone texture. I can guarantee it's cultural authenticity in flavors because I have experienced the real thing in the Middle East, even right down to the interior decor. I also love the fresh mango juice. And it is as mouth-watering as it sounds! Yemen Grill restaurant has been around for many years and the quality of food, produce, and meat, as well as the dining experience has been consistently high. It's a family style restaurant with booths and large sharing tables promoting a more traditional and communal dining experience. This restaurant has become very popular so plan to arrive early, especially when dining in the evening. Orders are made fresh, with generous portions, and are turned out quickly. The grilling station is upfront so you can watch your food getting prepared. Come hungry, and leave happy. read more

Yemen Grill - 21. Chicken Mandi - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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We've been wanting to try this place for a bit. The atmosphere is cozy and the staff were welcoming when we first walked in. The lamb tekah was tender and flavoured well. The fries were crispy and generously portioned. We had ordered the falafel appetizer, but it arrived after we were finished with our meal. Those were also cooked well. The cucumber dip was delicious! One thing is the person serving us seemed very much like they didn't want to be there, seemed preoccupied with anything but waiting on the tables. So go, the food is great! Just be aware that it may take a while to actually order it. read more

Yemen Grill - 42. Tekah Lamb with Fries - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Stopped by and picked up Yemen Grill for dinner after getting a recommendation from a friend. We got the Lamb Kebab and Falafel Sandwiches and Dolma. We also ordered a side of fries. The side of fries cane with a large heaping. The Dolma was delicious and long. They were perfectly seasoned and soft. The Lamb Kebab was fantastic. Very filling. Overall a delicious and quick dinner. read more

Just picked up food from Yemen Grill. I got the vegetarian falafel plate. It had hummus, rice and salad with it and it was delicious! I will definitely go back here. It's in my neighborhood and really convenient. read more

The food is amazing!!! And the portions are quite large. An appetizer plate is big enough to be a dinner. Definitely great for sharing. The service is a little bit rough, but be patient and all is well. They just get very busy and some things take time. Good things do come to those who wait. The ambience is actually pretty quiet. Not a lot of noise or anything, just a quiet dining room with the touch of conversation. Over all I definitely love the food and would certainly recommend it to anyone. Can't wait to come back and bring friends. It's definitely yummy. read more

Clean establishments, courteous service, delicious Middle Eastern cuisine, the Shawerma and Baba Ghanoush delicious and as authentic as can be. Thank you Akeel. read more

I brought the in-laws here while they were in town and it was no better way to start their trip off right in Denver! The dishes are made to order so everything was fresh, the food was nice and hot, and the portions were huge. We all ended up getting the gyro plate and everything was so well seasoned and flavorful. My husband and I are still talking about this place even a month later so we will definitely be back! read more

Yemen Grill - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Good was amazing in flavor and presentation. The owner is always so happy to help and make sure we are taken care of. We came with a group of 10 people, and we all got served quickly. read more

Yemen Grill - Tekah lamb - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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This restaurant serves amazing middle eastern food might be an understatement. Hence, the reviews averaging 4.5 stars truly reflects accolades many felt when they utilized this business. And I am glad to say that I could add to their raves today. First things first: This place recently moved to (what I would call it) northeast from where it used to be. I had no clue about this so when I showed up to the old location, I freaked out! I immediately had a sign of relief once I got to know that they literally moved across from the street of Havana. When I placed my order, the estimated time of food being ready was anywhere between 5:09pm and 5:20pm. Despite the fact that I first went to their old location, when I arrived at the restaurant at the new location, it was still before the promised time. And yet. my food, to my surprise, had already been ready waiting to be picked up by me. There were two guys upfront. One of them immediately greeted me as I walked up. Service seemed a bit basic and yet there was no rudeness or anything like that. I call it "decent" so hence I could rate that part 3 stars. But what's more important (to me) was the quality of food. I got me the Tabbouleh ($8.49) and Combo Chicken and Lamb Kebab with Rice ($24.49). Whereas the Tabbouleh is/was priced fairly reasonably, I thought the Chicken and Lamb Kebab with Rice was a bit pricy/pricey. Oh well, in this day and age, what can you expect? Cheap quality food is kind of a thing of the past nowadays. I was truly counting on the quality itself. I wasn't disappointed in any way when I started to savor my food. I have had Tabbouleh that was too sour or too lemony but Yemen Grill truly perfected in the Tabbouleh making. Same sentiment goes with the Combo plate. What I was impressed with the most was the Hummus. This was, by far the creamiest hummus I've ever tasted in my entire life. Not that I don't like the taste of garbanzo beans, this hummus didn't taste like garbanzo beans AT ALL. The bed of rice and the two meats (chicken and lamb) were perfectly cooked as well. Let's not forget to mention about restaurant's interior before I conclude this review. It was clean and spacious. Whatever the reason they had to move to this new location, keep up the good work by keeping the place spotlessly clean. As well all know that a any restaurant should have a clean facility, clean utensils, good service but most of all, quality food, this restaurant (as of the writing of this review) checks all the categories. read more

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Great food with a really large menu. Plenty of options for vegetarians. Very casual place but service is really friendly. Prices and portions are excellent. Great chicken and Lamb dishes with beautiful saffron rice. Highly recommended. read more

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There are very few things I miss about living in Northern VA and one of them is the food. Specifically, two types of restaurants: Peruvian Chicken and Middle Eastern. There were just so many in VA and unfortunately, not many in the Denver metro. Which is why I'm SO happy Yemen Grill was recommended to me. I've been a couple of times and I just can't get enough! They serve up fresh and authentic Yemeni cuisine where they specialize in perfectly cooked, tender, flavorful meats served with rice and fresh veggies. The first time the Mr and I dined in here he ordered the Lamb Haneeth which is fall-off the bone, INCREDIBLE lamb marinated and slow roasted, served with their traditional rice. The Mr already declared this is what he's getting every time we dine here and I can't say I blame him. I ordered the Combo Tekah Lamb (lamb kebab) and Shish Tawook (marinated chicken) served with their yellow rice. This plate was served with hummus and a tasty, light salad. This meat was seriously SO DANG tender, my mouth is watering writing this review. This is also a great spot to come with a big group which I did another time. They served our delicious food in a big platter which was perfect for sharing. On this visit we had their grilled fish which was a surprise stunner. I can't quite remember what kind of fish it was, but it was incredible. I can't say enough great things about Yemen Grill. Definitely a hidden gem in Aurora that I highly recommend. read more

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Yet another cultural gem on Havana Street. The locally owned and operated Middle Eastern restaurant serves large portions in a comfortably spaced out establishment. We arrived at 11:00am when they opened for lunch. It was slow at first but by the time we left the restaurant was filling up. You won't go home hungry at a place like Yemen Grill. The hardest part is deciding what to order. The menu was much larger than I anticipated. If I was in a bigger group, I'd consider those gigantic platters of food that could feed an army! And what a visual as they get brought out to the table. Baba Ghanouj for the table was a hit. The accompanying pita was really tasty. For mains, we both ordered Kebab Platters. Mine was strictly lamb, with rice, salad, and hummus. Absolutely delicious. The meat had a nice smokey tender flavor to it, it may have been just a tad over done, but I dipped it in hummus and baba ghanouj and it was delightful. Amazing food! Yemeni cuisine has similarities to other cultures that we're accustomed to in mainstream America, but don't be afraid to ask the staff questions or step outside your comfort zone a bit! With that big menu I have a lot more to work through. I'd come back for lunch here in a heartbeat! read more

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Such a great spot for lunch, generous portion size, fair price, and just delicious flavors. Lots of indoor seating, clean and casual atmosphere. Staff are very friendly. Sadly they were out of baklava when I dined here I will definitely be returning here get the chicken plate again and am excited to try their other dishes read more

Yemen Grill - Chicken Chicken Shawarma Plate - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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I am a fan of this spot - great tasting salad - split a sandwich "damn that's good" - from my lady. read more

Yemen Grill - MI AMOR - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

This is a great place. The food is great and tastes really good. The only downside would be the rice portion is not enough. I would definitely comeback every time I pass by Denver, CO read more

Yemen Grill - 21. Chicken Mandi - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Simple, good quality and flavorful. Kind people and some sports usually on TV. Nice ambiance for a casual lunch.

Excellent experience! Yemen Grill just opened, so there's a buy 1 get one half off drink special. Fantastic service, latte options to die for, and the appetizer platter was CHEF'S KISS. My only complaint was that our lamb was a little overcooked, but the chicken was just right. Baba ghanoush was exceptional, hummus was outstanding, falafels were moist instead of dry, and the lentil soup is something to which I can aspire. Would return, absolutely. read more

The food was absolutely delicious - we ordered two apps and two entrees. i believe they have the best, most moist, light and fluffy falafel with perfect crunchy exterior I've ever experienced. We also ordered the babaganoush (incredible), chicken shawarma plate and the lamb Mandy. To say the lamb was fall off the bone tender is an understatement. And the rice? Get out of here - perfect texture and not dry at all. Beautiful flavors all around and very large portions. My husband and I felt that this meal could easily feed four people. Service was kind and quick so no complaints there. Only "downside" was that this location could use a paint and organization refresh (walls, ceiling, exposed kitchen/grill area) as its appearance made us question what we were up for but the food reviews were 100% correct - this place is delicious and we will return! Crossing fingers they will have basbousa the next time we are there - I really want to try it! read more

Looks and Sounds Great. I was looking forward to the Yogurt and Cucumber and the Tabouli but at 5:30pm they were OUT of BOTH. Very busy place but no help in suggesting something else as a substitute. They were pretty busy and didn't need or really want my business and I was hungry. Might try them again but first impression not good. read more

Very yummy!! My husband and I were looking to try something new and found this gem. Service is quick and the employees are all very friendly. ! الطعام مذهل read more

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My wife and I were actually planning on visiting a different restaurant but they were closed. We checked out Yemen grill on yelp and decided to give them a try. We'll I am not sure about the place that was closed but we will be going back to Yemen grill before we try some other location. The food was fresh and hot. Sometimes you get your food very quick and it means the food was already cooked a d just kept warm. Not here the food was cooked after we placed our order it was hot fresh and tasty. We each ordered something but we could have easily split a meal and been satisfied. Instead we had the pleasure of taking some food home to enjoy later in the day and the next day. The service was also very good. If you want very good fresh food give them a try. read more

Yemen Grill - Schwarma plate it was huge. - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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I dined here on a Saturday evening while in Aurora. I actually intended to dine at a different restaurant. However, the restaurant I was looked for permanently closed. I switched gears and found this restaurant on Yelp. It came across as very appealing and the reviews were good so I was game! So glad I took a risk and decided to try another different restaurant. Yemen Grill is located in a small plaza. It's right off the main roadway. It sits not far from the corner of Havana St and E Iliff Ave. As you enter, you feel transported to another culture. I loved that there were a group of guys sitting at a long table, eating food and speaking in their native language. When I went to the main counter to order food, the cook didn't speak English. However, there was a nice young man (staff member) who stepped in and took my order. He was sitting at a nearby table taking a meal break. I ordered Baba Ghanouj with Pita Bread as an appetizer. I also ordered Lamb Teka for my main entree. The Baba Ghanouj was sooooo delicious! It's probably the best I ever had. I was very impressed with it. They do not have a soda fountain machine. However, they offer cans of soda and do not overcharge for it like some other places usually do. My main entree was good. However, I felt that the lamb was somewhat dry. The rice was succulent and fragrant. I was very impressed with it! Heads up that you will probably end up taking food home. They are very generous with their portions. Bring an appetite! Hummus is also served with the meal. I liked the hummus as well. I met another waiter while dining this evening. He was young as well but personable. I decided to order dessert as they had a few options I've never had before. I chose the Basbousa. This is a cake that is made with semolina and coconut that is soaked in a sugar-based syrup. The cake was okay. I felt that it was a little dry. I actually didn't finish it. When paying my bill I was impressed that one of the waiters at the register noticed that I didn't finish the cake. He asked if I liked it. I was very honest (politely) about the cake. He ended up not charging me for it. This is a very good business practice as I feel customer satisfaction is important. Overall, I very much enjoyed my visit to Yemen Grill. I will without a doubt return here for the enjoyment of delicious food. I'm also willing to give the Basbousa another shot. I was actually thinking of this place recently. So, it left a good impression upon me! Looking forward to another visit! If you like Middle Eastern food or are curious about it, check them out. I hope that your dining experience will be as memorable as mine was. read more

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Delicious food, they have never let me down!! Great location and friendly staff!!nice music and there is always something interesting on tv

Food : 5/5 Service : 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Price : $$$ How come few pieces of lamb with rice and lentil soup charged $36 Take is easy Yemen Grill . read more

Yemen Grill - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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I was crawling out of the trenches on Evans street. I hadn't eaten in 5hrs, I WAS STARVING. I was beginning to lose hope when the bright beautiful lights of Yemen Grill promised salvation and satiation. I was so weak, but I used my last bit of strength to pull myself through the front door. There to greet me was my angel and savior, Bari. He welcomed me one hour before close, like a shepherd sheltering a lost sheep from an oncoming storm. I was too disheveled and broken from my hunger that I couldn't pick a dish on my own, so Bari graciously recommended me the chicken Shawarma. It came swiftly and promptly, I didn't wait more than 10mins because if I would have had to wait 11minutes God would have welcomed me into his paradise. It was genuinely some of the best food to have graced mine tongue. It was like mana from heaven. The meat was seasoned excellently to perfection and the hummus was the smoothest and creamiest hummus I have ever had. Bari was so kind to me, offering me complimentary pita bread and extra rice. I could have sworn this food was imbued by the divine itself. Honestly, from the bottom of my heart, some of the best food and service I have EVER had. Needless to say I was brought back from the brink of death. read more

Yemen Grill - 18. Chicken Shawarma Plate - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

The food here is pretty good, but the service here is terrible. Pro tip: If you order here, always check your bag before you leave to make sure you got everything you ordered! They always forget at least one item, including ones we've paid extra for, whenever we come and that's why we don't really order anymore. Their prices also seem to fluctuate...we order the same things almost every time and the prices have changed greatly from each visit. That seems VERY odd to me and it is why we won't come back. read more

Within 6 months I traveled to Denver twice from San fransico and this place serves best lamb and chicken mandi. read more

Yemen Grill - 23. Lamb Mandy - Arabic Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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I've tried twice and disappointed both times I ordered lamb and the flavor was pretty medium and didn't come with rice. Hummus was boring and didn't come with pita. Fattoush was so so. I won't try again. Too bad. However, the lentil soup was very good. read more

This is the best Middle Eastern restaurant in Colorado! The portions are a great size for the price and the food is always made fresh. We have tried several things on their menu from the shawarma sandwiches, kebab platters, fresh juices and desserts. The staff is friendly, especially Aqeel who is always very welcoming. read more

Horrible Food no flavor no tasteI ordered a whole chicken they gave me half ordered the lam kebab gave me beef and charged me the same if u can't take an order and cheat people u don't deserve good recommendations first and last time I go there and I don't advice anyone to read more