Looking for a yummy Middle Eastern meal near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top Middle Eastern restaurants around Cincinnati, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture next time you're on the hunt.
1. Aladdin's Eatery
Topping the list is Aladdin's Eatery. Located at 3664 Edwards Road, Suite A, in Hyde Park, the Lebanese spot is the highest rated Middle Eastern restaurant in Cincinnati, boasting 4.5 stars out of 180 reviews on Yelp. Yelpers recommend the hummus appetizer drizzled with lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil, and the Mediterranean lamb plate with brown rice, roasted pine nuts and almonds. (View the full menu here.)
2. Cafe Mediterranean
Next up is Hyde Park's Cafe Mediterranean, situated at 3520 Erie Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 94 reviews on Yelp, the Mediterranean, Turkish and Greek spot has proven to be a local favorite. Try the lamb saute with fresh tomatoes, onions and green peppers, or the lahmacun, a Turkish-style pizza with ground lamb and garden vegetables. (Check out the menu here.)
3. Marrakech Moroccan Cafe and Grill
Marrakech Moroccan Cafe and Grill, a Moroccan and falafel spot in Clifton, is another go-to, with four stars out of 94 Yelp reviews. Head over to 341 Ludlow Ave. to see for yourself. Yelpers recommend the bastilla with chicken, eggs, caramelized onions and more, or the couscous with chicken and vegetables.
4. Baladi Restaurant and Bakery
Then there's Baladi Restaurant and Bakery, which has earned four stars out of 91 reviews on Yelp. You can find the bakery and Mediterranean spot at 3307 Clifton Ave., Suite 1. Try the falafel bites with chickpeas, fresh herbs and tahini sauce, or the chicken kebab pita pocket with tomatoes, cucumbers and a garlic sauce. (See the menu here.)
