Middle Eastern Restaurants in St. Louis, MO

“Phenomenal Food and Amazing Service“

“If you are like casual atmosphere of Mediterranean cuisine and its taste - this is the place for you. Plenty of parking as they are located on large plaza. Small space inside and few tables outside. They offer to go food as well. Tandoori chicken with salad was prepared well and variety of sauces add flavor. Bureki is unique to Europe and Asia - they offer them with meat, cheese and potatoes. But It is courtesy of the owner and taste of the food that stands out. Pita + really reminded the place that you find during travels in the new city that only locals know. So locals or guest of the city - I recommend trying food here.“

“Fantastic! But they’re closing end of April“

“This place is incredible. Uma and her staff are so sweet, and the food is OUTSTANDING and incredibly delicious. Do not sleep on this spot! The Eggplant Bandinjan is phenomenal and so tender, with a pinch of yogurt and mince to finish it off and brighten the dish. The mantu, tender dumpling stuffed with ground seasoned beef, carrot, and onion, topped with yellow lentils, yogurt sauce and mint and parsley… Words cannot describe the culinary experience. The chicken kebab is by far, and hands-down, the best kebab I have had in St. Louis. It is robustly seasoned to perfection, grilled to perfection, succulent, tender and juicy. I have also had the tikka masala, lamb kabob, and beef kabob- all are excellent. Don’t forget dessert!“

“If I could bottle the feeling of joy that comes from an unforgettable meal and serve it to the world, it would taste exactly like Olympia Kebob House & Taverna. Nestled on McCausland in the heart of St. Louis, Olympia is more than just a Greek restaurant,it’s an experience, a destination, and for those of us lucky enough to know it, a weekly ritual. From the moment you walk in, something shifts. You’re no longer in Missouri. The aromas, the laughter, the ambiance, they transport you to a lively taverna in the hills of Athens. And then the food arrives. We started with the Taverna Potato Peels (crispy, golden, addictive). Add a side of Tzatziki, and you’re in trouble (the best kind). Honestly, just go ahead and order extra Tzatziki. You’ll want it with everything. You’ll want it by the spoonful. You’ll wonder how a yogurt-based sauce can make you this emotional. Then came the Gyro Deluxe, a masterpiece of flavor, texture, and satisfaction. It doesn’t just set the bar, it is the bar. The Deluxe Chicken Shish Kebob Platter followed, with juicy, perfectly charred meat and a balance of herbs and seasoning that would impress even the most traditional Greek yiayia. On the side? Spanakorizo… a Greek spinach rice dish that sounds simple but hits with soul. Every bite was warm, fragrant, and comforting in the way that only true home-cooked food can be. And just when we thought we couldn’t be impressed further: Chocolate Bak-Lava. Rich. Decadent. Crisp. Sublime. I’ve traveled. I’ve eaten Greek food in several cities. And yet somehow, nothing prepared me for Olympia. That first time I ate there, I found myself shaking my head after nearly every bite, not because anything was wrong, but because I could never had been prepared for this experience. And the service? As stellar as the food. The staff is genuine, warm, and clearly proud to be part of something this special. They treat you like family, but more importantly, they seem to mean it. If we lived closer, we’d be there twice a day. As it is, we’re still making the trip once or twice a week without fail. That’s how good Olympia is. It’s not just a restaurant. It’s a place that makes you feel thankful, thankful for the food, the people, and the joy of discovering a place that just gets it all so right. Olympia, thank you for what you do. You’ve earned every word of this. THANK YOU!“

“Amazing food - best Persian-style cuisine in STL so far and some of the best anywhere we've traveled. Saffron chicken kebab was beyond tender and so flavorful. Their version of biryani was delicious, too, and the gyro was solid. The sambosas were a great starter, and even the fries that came with the gyro were good. We'll be back to try more dishes soon!“

“Great time. I definitely wanna come back“

“This is pretty much the only kind of bread of any kind that I eat anymore! This is the kind of Syrian bread my neighbor had when I was a kid. Nothing you can get in a supermarket (other than this, which I get I Dierberg's) even comes close!“

“this place has great friendly service“

“Salam alaikum loved the falafel, rice,coffee and baklava.❤️“

“Everything was excellent food was delicious staf was friendly great place will come again.“

“Amazing food and excellent, attentive service. My new favorite place to visit.“

“The best Mediterranean food I've ever had! The family platter with lamb, beef and chicken was excellent. The hummus was so smooth and creamy it was like a sauce. Great friendly service and atmosphere. They were happy to accommodate our group of 16. I highly recommend this restaurant if you're ever in St. Louis!“

“When I walked in, the inside felt a bit homey since there were some Afghan decorations including the flag of Afghanistan. The mantoo dumplings were delicious, but I felt like the bread was not necessary since there was not enough sauce to justify it. Despite that, I still enjoyed eating there and the staff were pretty friendly.“