Middle Eastern Restaurants in Minneapolis, MN

“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!“

“Incredible flavor combinations that reward you for stepping out of your comfort zone!“

“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!“

“One of the best—if not the best—Somali restaurants in the Twin Cities when it comes to both food quality and customer service. I especially love their lamb wasla with rice—a perfectly cooked lamb dish prepared in a truly unique way. Whenever I’m near the cities and need a good meal, I make it a point to visit this restaurant, no matter the distance. I’ve been dining here for the past ten years, and their dishes have consistently been delicious. The flavors even remind me of Mandi meat from Saudi Arabia. The service is outstanding as well, especially thanks to the server Abdihakim, who is incredibly welcoming and friendly.“

“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.“

“It’s sooooo good . I recommend 👍“

“The best East African restaurant in the Twin Cities hands down! I go to Kalsan at least once a month to get the Chicken Suqaar with rice, it's one of my favorite dishes in the city. They recently remodeled the interior too so I tend to sit down instead of ordering take-out now. Great place!“