Middle Eastern Restaurants near Alameda, CA

ALA Mediterranean Grill & Mezzes Mediterranean • $$
1504 Webster St, Alameda

Customers` Favorites

Shepperd Salad
Istanbul Trio
Chicken Kebab
Butcher Kofte
Beets Salad
Cigar Borek
Lamb Kabob
Lamb Kebab
Muhammara
Kulbasti

“This is the BEST Mediterranean food in Alameda! For a late night dinner we had two appetizers, eggplant with pita and the other a kind of zucchini pancake with Tsatsiki combined with our entry lamb kabob was absolutely delectable! The ambiance was stylish and our host the owner of the restaurant was extremely hospitable. My fiance and I felt like we traveled to Turkey with speciality cuisine. It's now our favorite restaurant in Alameda.“

4.7 Superb76 Reviews
Wally's Cafe (Emeryville) Lebanese • $
3900 San Pablo Ave, Emeryville - 4.94 miles

Customers` Favorites

Falafel Plate with Hummus & Salad
Chicken Pomegranate Plate
Pomegranate Chicken Plate
Chicken Shawarma Plate
Homemade Baklava Box
Lamb and Beef Gyro
Homemade Baklava
Falafel Wrap
Combo Plate
Greek Salad

“So glad I came here. Plenty of parking at Safeway. Walked directly across the street into the alley to find this hole in the wall gem. Was immediately given a lentil soup and water as soon as I sat down. Ordered a steak burrito which was massive. All delicious food. Low key vibes. Not busy at all. Cash only. ATM available in the restaurant. Nice people working there.Parking: Park at Safeway and walk across the street.“

4.7 Superb124 Reviews
Royal Egyptian Cuisine Middle Eastern • $
Emeryville Greenway, Berkeley - 6.43 miles

Customers` Favorites

Lamb Shawarma Sandwich
Chef Elmy's Gyro
Chicken Shawarma
Homemade Falafel
Seafood Platter
Vegetable Soup
Wild Shrimp

“The food is CLEAN, savory, healthy and overall some of the best Egyptian food I've eaten. But what makes Royal Egyptian Cusine one of the best mobile restaurants is the fantastic service!! These two (sometimes three) makes you feel at home and comfortable, even if you don't know exactly what you want to eat and find yourself lingering a bit too long ; )“

4.9 Superb56 Reviews
Sheba Restaurant Middle Eastern • $
725 International Blvd, Oakland - 2.06 miles

Customers` Favorites

Malawa and Roasted Cumin Chicken
Soups and Lamb Chops
Chicken Biryani
Lamb Haneeth
Falafel
Hummus
Salad
Liver
Fish

“Authentic Yemeni restaurant with a welcoming vibe and one of the best meals of my life. Subtle, distinctly balanced flavors, great portions and thoughtful service. From start to finish great tasting food and drink.A simple clear "broth" was delicious and layered with flavor.The finishing sage/mint tea was exceptional with our baclava. It became a memorable birthday meal for us. We will be back to work our way through their extensive menu.“

4.6 Superb91 Reviews
Shawarmaji Middle Eastern • $$
2123 Franklin St, Oakland - 3.41 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Shawarma Arabi Plate
Lamb Shawarma Arabi Plate
Chicken Shawarma Sandwich
Lamb Beef Shawarma Fries
Chicken Shawarma Fries
Chicken Shawarma Wrap
Lamb Shawarma Wrap
Assorted Pickles
Falafel Sandwich
Schwarma Fries

“Ok so Shawarmaji has all the makings of a restaurant that’s about to get BIG.Incredible, authentic Jordanian food, cool clean and colorful aesthetic, and expanding literary as I was eating in the restaurant (new location coming pictured here across the street). Got the chicken shawarma arabi style and WOWOWOWOW, so good. The trio of hummus, toum, and garlic suace was utterly divine to go with the wrap and fries. The home made pickles on the side were also perfect freshener to cut the heaviness of the meal.Went just before lunchtime to beat the rush as it’s a popular lunch spot for people working in downtown Oakland. Only downside of the experience was that as soon as I ordered, the food was ready. Like the food had already been prepared in advanced and was not all the way hot anymore. I get that they need too stay ahead of the lunch rush, but stomach eventually got rocked. No regrets as it was a very good meal, just keep an eye out for that. I’m would have happily waited longer for HOT food.“

4.3 Superb128 Reviews
Persian Nights Restaurant Persian/Iranian • $$
248 Grand Ave, Oakland - 3.23 miles

Customers` Favorites

Kabab Koobideh with Rice and Grilled Tomato
Homemade Baklava with Cardamom Tea
Zereshk Polo Ba Morgh
Tahchin with Chicken
Lollipop Lamb Chops
Cucumber Yogurt
Ghormeh Sabzi
Shishlik Kabab
Shirazi Salad
Tahchin Morgh

“We love the food here and come almost every week. Everything is cooked so well, we often get the lamb shank or zereshk polo and the meat just falls apart from the bone. The warm bread is delicious and goes well with all dishes. The lemonades are super unique and delicious, I really like the pistachio one!Picture is zereshk polo with yogurt and eggplant appetizers :)“

4.5 Superb105 Reviews
Cairo Station Café Cafe • $
1720 Telegraph Ave, Oakland - 3.29 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Shawarma Wraps
Chicken Rice Plate
Mix Veggie Combo
Shrimp Falafel
Gyro Sandwich
Chicken Rice
Shrimp Rice
Beef Rice

“Filling, and yummy, late night Middle Eastern option in Oakland.Falafel, a slightly fluffy blend of legume, herbed and deep fried.An Egyptian treat, Koshiary is a comfort food bomb — macaroni pasta in tomato lentil sauce made deeply flavorful from fried onions.“

4.6 Superb61 Reviews
Rojbas Mediterranean Grill Middle Eastern • $
1901 University Ave, Berkeley - 7.56 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Skewers of Chicken
Lamb and Beef Gyro Plate
Chicken Shish Kebab
Adana Kebab Plate
Berry Smoothie
Combo Platter
Mezze Platter
Falafel Plate
Shish Kebabs
Chicken Gyro

“We ate here for dinner and the food was very good. The restaurant is small and cozy, and the seating was comfortable. We had the falafel plate and the Alexander's favorite house special. Both plates were filling and we left happy. They have complementary tea and water.“

4.6 Superb59 Reviews
Zaytoon Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar Mediterranean • $$
1133 Solano Ave, Albany - 9.18 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Kabab Plate
Appetizer Platter
Lamb Hummus Plate
Backlava Crumble
Crumbled Baklava
Lamb Shish Kebab
Mazza Platter
Shawarma Plate
Beef Kabob
Maklouba

“Zaytoon provided a wonderful dining experience for my family. My mother had her heart set on Moussaka, but there were so many amazing options that she never even ordered it! I was afraid I wouldn't find enough vegetarian options for myself, but the cauliflower, brussels sprouts, and hummus with mushrooms were perfection! The service was impeccable even on a busy night like Mother's Day, and the drinks were delicious. We'll be back very soon!“

4.4 Superb190 Reviews
King of Kabab Mediterranean • $
3043 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley - 6.39 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Shawarma Plate
Chicken Shawarma Wrap
Kefta Kabab Plate
Turkish Delights
Lamb & Beef Gyro
Falafel Plate
Chicken Kabab
Falafel Wrap
Greek Salad
Baklava

“Absolutely delicious food, fast and friendly service, and a nice covered outdoor area in the back to dine in!The staff and owner Khaled are lovely and it's always a pleasure to interact with them. You'll always feel welcome visiting and satisfied leaving!“

4.5 Superb80 Reviews
Darband Mediterranean Restaurant Middle Eastern • $
1511 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley - 8.06 miles

Customers` Favorites

Kubide and Fillet Kebab
Signature Wraps
Shawarma Wrap
Falafel

“Best Persian food in the East Bay. I have tried all of them. Fresh, delicious and made to order. Nice people and wonderful flavors. I had the falafel and salmon wraps and they were amazing. The salmon was marinated in advance of grilling and therefore had its own distinct flavor. The falafel balls were very tasty and the wrap bread used for both was original middle eastern bread. I've also had the meat plates and rice. The meat was tender and flavorful and grilled to order. The bolani was amazing, freshly made, and packed items ready to take home are also authentic and delicious. They have vegetarian & vegan options in addition to meat.“

4.8 Superb29 Reviews
oasis kitchen Middle Eastern • $
344 Grand Ave, Oakland - 3.14 miles

Customers` Favorites

Combo Shawarma Platter
Chicken Shawarma Plate
Shawarma Combo Plate
Shawarma Wrap
Chicken Kebab
Falafel Wrap
Lamb Fries
Hummus

“If you are looking for proper food, falafel, shawarma, decent tzatziki and whatever else, this is a great place to check out.Two doner vertical spots and a decent lamb beef combo from them.Recommended. I visited twice just to be sure.Update: 04/04/24Well, I keep giving them a chance to prove me wrong. But so far it that hasn't happened. Excellent food, friendly staff, And it doesn't matter if I'm in a bad mood, or already feeling good, I always walk out of there in a better mood than when I walked in. Thank you my friends. Keep up the excellent work.Teşekkürler Arkadaşlar“

4.5 Superb49 Reviews
Jerusalem Organic Kitchen Middle Eastern • $
1897 Solano Ave, Berkeley - 8.95 miles

Customers` Favorites

Shawarma Platter Lamb or Chicken
Jerusalem Falafel Sandwich
Jerusalem Falafel Wrap
Falafel Platter
Jerusalem Salad
Middle Eastern
Chicken Salad
French Fries
Veggie Wrap
Babaganoush

“Very cute place on the corner. We had the lamb and chicken platter combo and the salmon platter as well as the falafel wrap. All super good. Very glad we stopped here. Satisfied with this meal! Great service and the food is fresh and delicious with big portions.“

4.4 Superb61 Reviews
Bab Al-Yemen Halal • $$
10 Hegenberger Rd, Oakland - 3.46 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Mandi
Haneeth Lamb
Mendi Lamb
Lamb Fahsa
Pita Bread
Hummus
Soup

“Honestly 10/10 for everything! The food is amazing, my go to is the lamb haneeth or chicken mendi. The service is very nice, the waiter always greets you with a smile and is extremely kind. The atmosphere is one of my favorite parts. Each table has its own booth with a tent like cloth for privacy. Its a great place for family and friend gatherings. Highly recommend!“

4.3 Superb127 Reviews
Oren's Hummus Middle Eastern • $
3455 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette - 11.24 miles

“It’s in the LOCAL KITCHENS store front that has lots of small food businesses made in one micro foodhall set up.The pita and falafel and quality is still awesome, just more of a fast food counter service set up. Vegan falafel pita sandwich is awesome.Good benches to eat outside.“

4.3 Superb35 Reviews
Marhabah Cafe Middle Eastern • $
475 14th St Ste 110, Oakland - 3.2 miles

Customers` Favorites

Combo Plate
Hummus Wrap
Tabbouleh

“Finally got around to trying this place for lunch, and kicking myself for not coming sooner. I got the chicken shawarma plate, and it was so good. The chicken was really delicious, the rice was seasoned very well, the hummus was great, and even the little salad had a super tasty dressing. The service was super quick and friendly. I got my food to-go, but they had some comfy looking chairs if you wanted to eat there. Definitely coming back here. Totally reasonable prices and a good amount of food that's going to keep me full probably the rest of the day.“

4.3 Superb32 Reviews
Red Sea Coral Middle Eastern • $
5800 Bancroft Ave, Oakland - 2.71 miles

“Chicken, hummus, rice & cucumber tomato salad. Food flavorful. Rice like and fluffy, not overcooked. Chicken delish, but I took off star because I wasn't a fan of the hummus. Btw 1 piece of chicken is missing, my son took it. Note: Make sure you get the green sauce, and that the chicken hasn't been sitting too long.“

4.3 Superb18 Reviews
Salam Halal Market & Restaurant Halal • $
999 7th St, Oakland - 3.52 miles

Customers` Favorites

Lamb and Beef Shawarma Wrap
Grilled Chicken Plate
Cutlery if Available
Lamb Mandi Plate
Falafel Wrap

“DO NOT SLEEP on this halal market and deli in West Oakland. It has the rating it has for a reason! Also, it's super close to the West Oakland BART station if you ever need to be there. I was actually stopping by to stop by a Goth market event at a local brewery (to review shortly)... The market has all of the things you would expect. Nothing off there. The real (!!!) kicker is the counter-serve deli they have. The food is quite frankly some of the best Middle Eastern food I have EVER had - and at an extremely affordable price. You order at the counter and it takes a bit because they are actually making your dish fresh! I ordered two dishes. First, I had to order the lamb platter - the store is Yemeni and lamb mandi is unique Yemeni specialty. It's basically lamb, rice, spices, veggies, yogurt and all the other stuff you'd expect. The meal was absolutely delicious and massive. There were two giant pieces of lamb - that basically slid right off the bone. An absolutely amazing dish. I also come from a very lamb-meat-centric culture and I was absolutely shocked at how soft this lamb was - I've actually never experienced anything like it!!! Second, I ordered the veggie platter because it was cheap and wanted to take something home. It was pretty good - hummus, baba ghanouj, pita, falafel, rice - also all the things you would expect. Also a great, solid meal. They also give out complimentary Yemeni tea. I think it's sugared up green tea. A bit too sweet for me, but a nice touch if you're into that. There's a few places outside to sit. Though it was actually raining the day I went, so I had to eat in my car. So I guess the enjoyableness of your dining experience is a bit dependent on weather. Anyways, the food is cheap, generally very good, and the lamb mandi plate is absolutely one of the best things I have ever eaten in that part of the Bay. Highly recommended if you want a tasty, cheap, filling meal (especially if you need to fill lots of people) - to show up and grab a plate!“

4.1 Good36 Reviews