The Desert Inn in Canton is one of those places that makes you wonder why you ever bother eating anywhere else. It’s easily one of the finest Mediterranean restaurants around—and honestly, at this point, I treat it like a second home with better lighting and much better rice.
The food is phenomenal across the board: kabobs that are so tender they basically fall apart out of respect, rice and potatoes that redefine “comfort food,” and salads that are fresh, bright, and loaded with flavor (so you can pretend you’re being responsible while demolishing half the amazing bread on the platter).
But I have to give a very special shoutout to their raw kibbeh, available Thursday through Saturday. It is absolutely outstanding—silky, beautifully seasoned, and clearly made with real care. It’s one of those dishes that makes the whole table go quiet for a second because everyone’s having a tiny spiritual experience.
What truly sets The Desert Inn apart for me, though, is not just the food—it’s the heart. I’ve brought families and clients here after funerals, when people are coming together to share in fellowship and to celebrate a loved one’s life. Those are tender, emotional gatherings, and the staff has handled them with so much grace, warmth, and sensitivity. They’ve given us comfortable, quieter spaces; moved at a gentle pace; and created an atmosphere where people can laugh, cry, remember, and just be together over a really good meal.
That combination—exceptional Mediterranean food and genuinely caring, gracious service—is rare. The Desert Inn isn’t just a great restaurant; it’s a place I trust with important moments. Go for the kabobs, the potatoes, and definitely that raw kibbeh—but know that you’re also stepping into a place run by people with truly generous hearts.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
sukanthoa pandelams
This restaurant is a true gem, and our experience is always excellent after years of visits. The food is simply fantastic, consistently seasoned to absolute perfection. For great value and a taste of everything, we highly recommend the ‘family style’ dinner, complete with your choice of meat, Lebanese rice, breasted potatoes, salad, and garlic bread. The owners, both the current and previous generation, provide great, personal service by checking in with guests. Be sure to cap off your meal with the truly superb walnut delight dessert!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Grubbs
Excellent night out with friends
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Janet Elson
The hamburger and the rice was overcooked. The potato wedges were undercooked. I asked for my lamb chops skewers to be fully cooked. Came back bloody.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
David C Hippchen
I don't know,I was looking for something else. I keep saying I wasn't here.
Jennifer Lehman
Went early and it is a fabulous restaurant overall
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Desert Inn Famous Grecian Salad
Jane Day
Excellent kabobs. Served family style. Fun experience for group.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Service, Family Platter, Family Style Shish Kebab
John Mcdaniel
We have been many times before. I think it has changed. The food is ok, but not quiet the same. It is comparatively expensive given what you get and quality. However, it you are looking for a kabob not sure there us anywhere else.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
susanmI1863RY
Friday night prime rib dinner and a chicken kabob family style. Excellent food. Cooked perfectly, atmosphere is nice, it was quiet for our early dinner. However, it gets crowded later. We have always enjoyed this restaurant…tonight we found out that on Wednesday from 2-8 p.m. you can get $5.00 off the steaks or prime rib! Yeah! Score! We will go back for this special!
Gibby
Really great food. Large portions!! Everything was super fresh and the rice and shish kebabs were so flavorful. Staff is absolutely lovely!! Atmosphere is very casual.
WOW ..Dessert inn has it all! From drinks, to apps, and dinner. Don't forget that garlic sauce, and hot sauce!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Falafel, Hummus Trio, Desert Inn Famous Grecian Salad, Tabouli, Family Style Shish Kebab
Jason Smith Twin Creeks Farms
The steak Diane was amazing. Very very good. The salad, rice, potatoes, and bread platter was close to a perfect compliment as you could get. Great dinner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tom Kishman
Had a delightful 43rd Anniversary dinner last night at The Dessert Inn. My “Bride” had a fillet kabob & I had the Rack of Lamb and both were delicious! Of course it was served with the traditional Dessert Inn platter of Syrian Rice, potatoes, Greek salad, & garlic rolls. Our daughter phone in & surprised us with deserts: rice pudding & balklava cheese cake!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Charlean Kemppel
Really nice decor & atmosphere. There were a few vegetarian options and the food I got was good. The service was very slow but friendly.
The Desert Inn in Canton is one of those places that makes you wonder why you ever bother eating anywhere else. It’s easily one of the finest Mediterranean restaurants around—and honestly, at this point, I treat it like a second home with better lighting and much better rice.
The food is phenomenal across the board: kabobs that are so tender they basically fall apart out of respect, rice and potatoes that redefine “comfort food,” and salads that are fresh, bright, and loaded with flavor (so you can pretend you’re being responsible while demolishing half the amazing bread on the platter).
But I have to give a very special shoutout to their raw kibbeh, available Thursday through Saturday. It is absolutely outstanding—silky, beautifully seasoned, and clearly made with real care. It’s one of those dishes that makes the whole table go quiet for a second because everyone’s having a tiny spiritual experience.
What truly sets The Desert Inn apart for me, though, is not just the food—it’s the heart. I’ve brought families and clients here after funerals, when people are coming together to share in fellowship and to celebrate a loved one’s life. Those are tender, emotional gatherings, and the staff has handled them with so much grace, warmth, and sensitivity. They’ve given us comfortable, quieter spaces; moved at a gentle pace; and created an atmosphere where people can laugh, cry, remember, and just be together over a really good meal.
That combination—exceptional Mediterranean food and genuinely caring, gracious service—is rare. The Desert Inn isn’t just a great restaurant; it’s a place I trust with important moments. Go for the kabobs, the potatoes, and definitely that raw kibbeh—but know that you’re also stepping into a place run by people with truly generous hearts.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This restaurant is a true gem, and our experience is always excellent after years of visits. The food is simply fantastic, consistently seasoned to absolute perfection. For great value and a taste of everything, we highly recommend the ‘family style’ dinner, complete with your choice of meat, Lebanese rice, breasted potatoes, salad, and garlic bread. The owners, both the current and previous generation, provide great, personal service by checking in with guests. Be sure to cap off your meal with the truly superb walnut delight dessert!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent night out with friends
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The hamburger and the rice was overcooked. The potato wedges were undercooked. I asked for my lamb chops skewers to be fully cooked. Came back bloody.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
I don't know,I was looking for something else. I keep saying I wasn't here.
Went early and it is a fabulous restaurant overall
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Desert Inn Famous Grecian Salad
Excellent kabobs. Served family style. Fun experience for group.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Service, Family Platter, Family Style Shish Kebab
We have been many times before. I think it has changed. The food is ok, but not quiet the same. It is comparatively expensive given what you get and quality. However, it you are looking for a kabob not sure there us anywhere else.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Friday night prime rib dinner and a chicken kabob family style. Excellent food. Cooked perfectly, atmosphere is nice, it was quiet for our early dinner. However, it gets crowded later. We have always enjoyed this restaurant…tonight we found out that on Wednesday from 2-8 p.m. you can get $5.00 off the steaks or prime rib! Yeah! Score! We will go back for this special!
Really great food. Large portions!! Everything was super fresh and the rice and shish kebabs were so flavorful. Staff is absolutely lovely!! Atmosphere is very casual.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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WOW ..Dessert inn has it all! From drinks, to apps, and dinner. Don't forget that garlic sauce, and hot sauce!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Falafel, Hummus Trio, Desert Inn Famous Grecian Salad, Tabouli, Family Style Shish Kebab
The steak Diane was amazing. Very very good. The salad, rice, potatoes, and bread platter was close to a perfect compliment as you could get. Great dinner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a delightful 43rd Anniversary dinner last night at The Dessert Inn. My “Bride” had a fillet kabob & I had the Rack of Lamb and both were delicious! Of course it was served with the traditional Dessert Inn platter of Syrian Rice, potatoes, Greek salad, & garlic rolls. Our daughter phone in & surprised us with deserts: rice pudding & balklava cheese cake!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really nice decor & atmosphere. There were a few vegetarian options and the food I got was good. The service was very slow but friendly.
Always great food and service
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