Middle Eastern Restaurants near Bloomington, MN

“Allegedly one of the best places to eat in the MOA… I got the new Chicken tenders and they were really good and filling! 🙏

My friends portion of beef was significantly less despite the higher price tag, so they didn’t feel full.

Also I wanted to love the rice but it was pretty tasteless. 🥲 but I liked the pickles!!!“

“Amazing food, fun atmosphere, and great service each time. Def recommend the wagyu sandwich and the garlic paste is my favorite thing to smother on everything. So good!“

“Food was good. The owner was very nice, and friendly service for kids. Had Dahi Puri after a long time.“

“Mim’s Cafe is a FIND! Great atmosphere, friendly workers and our schwarma was delicious! The mocha and chai were on point too. We will be back!“

“Fantastic Mediterranean food. About 8 years ago I used to go there every week cause it was so close to where I lived and it’s really good, high quality food. I used to always get their gyro pita or chicken shawarma sandwich with made-to-order fries. I don’t have a good reason fo why i stopped going, i don’t. But lately I’m going back every weekend for it, now I’ve been getting their Build Your Own Bowl and they’re so good! You get a good amount of options of ingredients and it’s so delicious!! Such a gem. Don’t sleep on this place, it’s great. Go there.“

“I was looking for a new lunch place to try and was really craving some shawarma - boy, am I glad I found this place! Great, affordable options and fast service. The chicken shawarma wrap was INCREDIBLE, as well as the seasoned fries. I very much enjoyed my shawarma :) Keep up the great work!!“

“Excellent food. Highly recommend it.“

“I was staying in the University of Minnesota and this place was a life saver when I did not want to eat in the dining hall. Their falafel sandwich was genuinely some of the best falafel I have ever had and their fries were undoubtedly the best fries I have ever had. The service was super quick and we got our food in under 10 minutes consistently. The staff was super friendly and the restaurant had a great atmosphere to it. Would strongly recommend if you are in the area!“

“Amazing food! The goat was SO good, literally fell off the bone, rice flavor was incredible, and chapati was soft and very good with the hummus. The service was so kind and brought out complimentary lentil soup and Somali tea for each of us. The online menu seems to be a little off, some of the prices are actually lower than they’re listed for. Would definitely come again!“

“Enter through the east side of the building. I have not previously had middle eastern food, so I had no idea what to expect. It was delicious! There are a million ways to customize what you order, so I can try something else, next time. There is some outdoor seating.“

“I work downtown so I come in here once a week. I was there today 1/20/26 (around 11:15) and I know I should get her name but I always forget. Anyways , the girl at the front of the line that scoops the rice is the kindest soul. She’s always got a smile and greets me like she’s known me for years (I’ve only been working downtown since September). She’s so happy to be there and that type of customer service is worth recognizing especially with everything going on around us! Please recognize her and know that she is such an asset. I think employees like this are hard to find and little does she know the small interaction of her greeting and scooping my rice, has several times turned my day around!“

“Today was my first time having Naf Naf. I accidentally ordered to the location a few blocks away, yet the man working at this location called them and was able to make it here for me. I appreciate him going above and beyond to help! I really didn’t expect that, I feel so grateful. The food was fantastic- so fresh and full of flavor. The pita bread was sooo soft, chicken was juicy, and the sauces were perfectly balanced in flavors! I’ll be back! 😍“

“It’s just so good in every thing you want in dining.“

“Absolutely lovely restaurant and a must-visit when visiting the twin cities. Love the atmosphere and kind staff. Try the fancy hummus and grab some baklava to take home.“

“It’s sooooo good . I recommend 👍“