In search of a new favorite Middle Eastern spot?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Middle Eastern restaurants around Jacksonville, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings.
1. Kabob E
Topping the list is Kabob E. Located at 11915 Beach Blvd., Suite #112, the Afghan, Middle Eastern and Greek spot is the highest-rated budget-friendly Middle Eastern restaurant in Jacksonville, boasting 4.5 stars out of 172 reviews on Yelp.
Yelper Rick P. wrote, "I ordered the chicken shawarma gyro on basmati rice with Tzatziki sauce. The tzatziki sauce is probably the best I've had. Ever. It was very good, and there was a lot of food."
2. Hovan Gourmet Mediterranean Restaurant
Next up is Riverside's Hovan Gourmet Mediterranean Restaurant, situated at 2005 Park St. With four stars out of 141 reviews on Yelp, the Middle Eastern and Mediterranean spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an inexpensive option.
Yelper Kirstie J. noted, "Food: fresh and delicious! A Mediterranean restaurant, in my opinion, requires good gyros and hummus, both of which Hovan's has. The baba ghanoush is literally to die for!"
3. Layalina Restaurant and Hookah Lounge
Layalina Restaurant and Hookah Lounge, located at 9735 Old St. Augustine Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the low-priced hookah bar and Middle Eastern and Mediterranean spot 4.5 stars out of 22 reviews.
If you're hungry for more, we found these details on Yelp about Layalina Restaurant and Hookah Lounge.
As to what the business is known for, "Shawarma, hookah, kebabs, falafel, tabbouleh and more," it notes on Yelp in the section about specialties.
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