In search of a new favorite Middle Eastern spot?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Middle Eastern restaurants around Phoenix, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fulfill your urges.
1. Middle Eastern Bakery & Deli
Next up is Encanto's Middle Eastern Bakery & Deli, situated at 3052 N. 16th St. With 4.5 stars out of 388 reviews on Yelp, the bakery, deli and Middle Eastern spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option. The menu features spanakopita, Lebanese chicken and hummus with meat.
Yelper Vincent L., who reviewed Middle Eastern Bakery & Deli on Dec. 12, wrote, "...It all tasted nourishing, authentic and truly home-cooked... Good portions of honest-to-goodness Middle Eastern fare at reasonable prices."
Stefany V. noted, "...The [kebab combo] plate was a good portion size for the price ($14), everything was pretty tasty but the lamb was my favorite; chicken was dry but well seasoned. The labneh was generously portioned, seemed to have been made in house, served with pita. Spanakopita could have used more filling."
2. Doner Kebab Chef RD
Paradise Valley's Doner Kebab Chef RD, located in the Paradise Valley Mall at 4550 E. Cactus Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive Turkish and Mediterranean spot 4.5 stars out of 56 reviews. Choose from lamb shish kebab, lamb or chicken doner kebab or Mediterranean salad. View the menu here.
Yelper David S., who reviewed Doner Kebab Chef RD on Aug. 23, wrote, "...This Turkish gyro is my new favorite. I highly recommend the one that gets grilled like a panini. The bread gets very crunchy. It's so satisfying... The pistachio baklava is wonderful."
Yelper Shanika P. added, "...Such fresh-tasting food, a great price and run by family."
3. Al-Hana
Al-Hana, a Middle Eastern, halal and Mediterranean spot in Central City, is another low-priced go-to, with four stars out of 95 Yelp reviews. Head over to 523 N. 20th St., Baiz Market to see for yourself. It offers meat pies, falafel and chicken kebab plate.
Yelper T. D. M., who reviewed Al-Hana on Oct. 25, wrote, "...The food was fresh and delicious."
Matt M. noted, "Awesome market for everything middle eastern (spices and cuts of lamb and such) and an awesome lunch counter for pita sandwiches and various Middle Eastern plates of food."
4. Yusef's Middle Eastern Restaurant Grocery & Deli
Over in Paradise Valley, check out Yusef's Middle Eastern Restaurant Grocery & Deli, which has earned four stars out of 56 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the grocery store and Middle Eastern spot by heading over to 15236 N. Cave Creek Road. The restaurant serves up grape leaves, lamb kebab and falafel.
5. Ammos Mediterranean Grill
And then there's Ammos Mediterranean Grill, a Deer Valley favorite with four stars out of 189 reviews. Stop by 6530 W. Happy Valley, Suite 114 to hit up the Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Greek spot next time you're looking to satisfy your cravings on a budget. On the menu, look for falafel pita, fattoush salad and chicken gyros.
"Ammos Mediterranean Grill brings you the genuine taste of Mediterranean cuisine made only with the freshest, all-natural ingredients and bold, rich spices," according to its Yelp page.
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