Middle Eastern cuisine: the best places to taste it in Boulder

9 restaurant menus in Boulder, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Zoes Kitchen
Zoes Kitchen
89/100 (125 ratings)
Quick Bites
Mediterranean
Greek
Middle Eastern
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
"Love this place! Super tasty, perfect potion, good prices, and very friendly staff. We had lunch 3 times a month..."
Rie Jacobs
"Very nice place, well run and very good food. We tried a sandwich, a kabob and a lentil soup, and all were really good, up to par with much more..."
Marco Brambilla
"Zoe's kitchen always has amazing food when I go there for myself and I also order pick up for biweekly work events. The experience is always great!..."
Trisha Krystman
"I was simply amazed at the fantastic food for such a casual dining experience. The restaurant is bright and cheery and the food was perfect. The..."
Marissa L
"I love Zoe's Kitchen, especially this one! The food is so tasty and the service is incredible! On our last visit, the cashier with purple hair (I..."
Reghan Gillman
"Food tasted great, almost even delicious, but that's about the end of the positives from our experience. The presentation was sub par, obviously..."
Kyle Lichty
Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill
Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill
87/100 (410 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Greek
Middle Eastern
Fast Food
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Hummus
Falafel
Baba Ghanoush
"I liked the plate meal I received here! It reminded me a lot of Qdoba's in the way that they quickly made the food. The staff were friendly towards..."
John T.L Hulstine
"Great food and great atmosphere! So many choices and selections to build your own wrap, salad, and many others! The customer service was beyond..."
Timothy
"If you haven't been here, it's like Mediterranean Chipotle. Falafel, gyro meat, chicken in a wrap, pitta, etc. The have vegetarian/vegan options..."
Schuyler Summers
Kalita Grill Greek Cafe
Kalita Grill Greek Cafe
86/100 (4742 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Greek
Mediterranean
Greek
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Gyros
Lamb
Salad
Sit down
Mediterranean
Greek
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Great stop for a quick authentic bite. I'd recommend the gyro plate and veggie plate! Friendly staff and not..."
Crystal Dawn
"The food is amazing as well as the people and environment. Super fresh and delicious. Would 100%..."
E.J. Johnson
"Tasty and healthy food with great interior design. I tried the gyros platter; the meat was perfect. They have a "like count-er" on the front door...."
Simon Maghakyan
"Love Kalita! � best Mediterranean restaurant in Boulder. Try the falafel � and chicken..."
Tigran Hovhannes
"It’s a yummy Greek restaurant, everything is well seasoned and tasty. The freshly made falafel and dolma are much better than the ones from grocery..."
Jennifer Stuckey
"Delicious gyros with real skewer roasted meat. The tzatziki sauce was..."
Joshua McNeese
"Finally made it, food is excellent great traditional design, great vibe, healthy..."
Narine Abramyan
"Delicious food, crystal clean and friendly environment. Worth to try every single plate in the menu including the dessert! Looking forward to go back..."
Marianna Sargsyan
"We did takeout tonight and the food and service were excellent. Very fresh, and a great..."
Jessica Bornstein
"Amazing! Finally a Greek restaurant in Boulder, where food is freshly made with excellent ingredients! Finger licking..."
Elina Day
"I work nearby, and I've never tried a gyro before. Super glad I went here. Food is..."
Alec Burke
"Food was excellent, very Fresh and tasty! The staff was friendly and wiped tables down immediately after customers left to keep place clean! Check..."
Bob Gentile
"A perfect place for lunch after hiking at Estes..."
Sabrina Andrews
"Just see for yourself. It was great. For food food..."
Nato Francescato
"Solid - quick to order and receive, friendly enough service. We were craving fries and these Greek fries delivered - excellent garlic sauce, wish..."
Grant G
"Best, consistently delicious Greek food in Boulder. A little pricey but worth it. Casual stop for healthy lunch. Falafel salad is..."
Hannah Goulding
"We stopped by on a whim and were not disappointed. The gyros were absolutely delicious. The Greek fries were to die for. They were tangy, a little..."
Celine Moumouris
"So unbelievably tasty. The hummus is so good, the pitas are fluffy clouds and the shawarma seasoned to perfection. Great selection of cold..."
Wendy Hepworth
"Amazing food in an unassuming mall. We shared the chicken gyros, lamb shawarma and lamb souvlaki, and each dish was better than the other - the lamb..."
Raffi Kassarjian
"The veggie combo plate was amazing! The salad was very fresh and crisp, the falafels were crispy and soft, the babaganoush and hummus were soo creamy..."
Meenakshi Sistla
Mediterranean Deli & Market
Mediterranean Deli & Market
86/100 (660 ratings)
Quick Bites
Specialty Food Market
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Lebanese
Middle Eastern
Greek
Mediterranean
Greek
Lunch
Hummus
Sit down
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Lebanese
Greek
Reservations
Wheelchair Accessible
Cheap Eats
Ali Baba Grill
Ali Baba Grill
83/100 (2082 ratings)
Restaurants
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Lebanese
Halal
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Vegan Options
Lebanese
Vegan Options
Halal
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
salad dressing
Hummus
Lamb Kabsa
Falafel Plate
Gyro Meat
Lebanese Meat Combo for Two
Baklva
Magdoos
Hot Grape Leaves
Shawarma
Lentil Soup and Hummus Appetizer
Gyros
Lebanese Meat Platter for Two
Kabobs
Chicken Khubsa
Lamb
PIZZAS
Salads
Tabbouleh
Salad
Lamb Shank
Greek salad
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Lebanese
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Delivery
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"If you are looking for Halal food, this is an excellent place. The tall gentleman at the front of the restaurant is great resource for this place. He..."
Md Moniruzzaman
"Food was absolutely delish! Massive portions for the right price. Fast service and I love the side salads! Simple and..."
Oakley Jackson
"Nice people, great food, no issues at all. Thank you for being so helpful to a disabled woman. We had Appetizers, Supper, dessert and coffee. Forgot..."
Tasha S.
"The falafels have a perfect crunch to them. The baba ganouj is to die for. Highly recommend this quaint greek..."
John Douthit
"Take out service is really quick, and both times I've visited the staff have been really friendly. I also have an allergy and both times they have..."
Alley Kasney
"So good! The food was amazing! I'm vegan and they have great options. Ended up getting the baba Ganesh and it was great. The garlic hummus was a..."
Misty D M
Taj Indian Cuisine
Taj Indian Cuisine
83/100 (1127 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Healthy
Pakistani
Middle Eastern
Middle Eastern
Nepali
Indian
Nepali
Pakistani
Vegetarian Friendly
Indian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Rice Pudding
Aloo Samosa 3 Piece
Samosa Tandoori Chicken Etc
Chicken kebab
Mango Lassi 16oz
chicken curry
Aloo Gobi
Curry
Sit down
Indian
Middle Eastern
Pakistani
Healthy
Nepalí
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Reservations
Delivery
Seating
Takeout
Table Service
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Met my son for dinner - used to come for the buffet when he was at CU. Sadly buffet only at the weekends, however the new combo plate is excellent. ..."
Joanne Shanks
"The owners are amazing and go above and beyond to cater to all food preferences… we love the curry’s and the view of the Flat Irons over dinner..."
Domenic DeFeo
"This is my go to restaurant in Boulder. The food is top notch and made with love. Since 2020 and the resulting impacts, this family owned business..."
Melissa Yates
"This was our first time dining at Taj and we loved it! The food was authentic and delicious. The ambiance was peaceful and the service was..."
Melissa Fine
"Fantastic Indian food in a scenic location with magnificent views of the Flatirons. Particular favorites: the garlic naan and veggie samosas, and the..."
Bob Henson
"Great service and even better food! The Rai family knows how to make you feel like you’re part of it. They’ve not only been a huge part of the..."
Yasmine D
"The best Indian food my wife and I have had. We've been to a bunch of places in Boulder-Denver area, but nothing is as good! We love the dinner..."
Daniel Green
"The Taj is a family-owned, community gem and has been a Boulder staple for around 30+ years. So many reviews have said it all. My brief take is that..."
Michael
Afghan Kabob House
Afghan Kabob House
83/100 (678 ratings)
Restaurants
Middle Eastern
"The food that Boulder Pho offers is second to none. It is very fresh and always comes out quick. The service is amazing and accommodating. The..."
Audrey Trainor
"Great pho! The beef broth is great! Always a crowd pleaser. We also love all of their apps, the spring rolls, crab Rangoons, and calamari. My..."
Lauren Hughes
"I really wanted to give 5 ⭐️ because of the pho but other dishes gotten it one star down. Let me praise their pho first ! Outstanding! Fantastic!..."
Deanna A
"love to come here and get the kobe beef pho. the small bowl is always enough for me. the vibes and service are great 👍🏼 recently tried the crab..."
Aut
"Boulder Pho DOES NOT FEAR SNOW!!! Last night snow was dumping, roads dangerous and cold- we needed hot, nutritious (& delicious) soup! Thankfully..."
JJW
"My favorite spot for a delicious bowl of pho. Taste is very flavorful and clean. The basil is reliably leafy and big, and the limes juicy. Service..."
Cynthia Irizarry
"Great food, fast service, it’s maybe a tad bit pricey (like all pho places are) but it’s worth it! It’s a fast enough meal to get over lunch if..."
Markus Leben
"Loved my vegetarian pho - fresh ingredients & well flavored broth. Didn’t like the spring rolls or peanut sauce - the sauce didn’t taste peanut..."
Caroline Zanot
Arabesque
Arabesque
81/100 (391 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Lebanese
Mediterranean
Lebanese
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Breakfast
Hummus
Shawarma
Iced tea
Chicken Shawarma
Soup of the Day
ratatouille
Hummus
Chai
Kale Salad
Turkish coffee
Arabesque Omelette
Veggie Sampler Plate Priced at 14
Mid-East Sampler Platter
Home Made Tiramisu and Brownie
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Lebanese
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"You’ve had quiche before, but not like this. You’ve had baba ganouj before, but not like this You’ve had chai before, but not like this I..."
Tazia Abdool
"This is my favorite restaurant in the world, the Chef makes everything fresh from scratch every morning, pours her heart into everything she makes. I..."
Shanik Hughes
"One of the best meals I've ever had in Boulder. You can feel the love in this food. The outdoor patio is lovely and tucked away. Everything is..."
Suzy Gordon
"Stopped here after a hike for something light and delicious and we really enjoyed it! All in all we ordered the chicken shwarma, grape leaves,..."
Emily Garavaglia
"Oh my! I live in Denver and came here with a food tour. I will be back. The owner is so adorable and amazing. Then you have her food. Wow! So..."
Debra Johnson
"Delicious food and great service. I visited with a friend for lunch and we both got the chicken shawarma plate. The chicken was delicious and well..."
Elizabeth Berry
"Best lunch in town! Beautiful outdoor and indoor seating. Beautiful food and best chai..."
Julie Cool
Falafel King Restaurant
Falafel King Restaurant
81/100 (913 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Greek
Fast Food
Fast food
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Greek
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Hummus
Falafel
Shawarma
Gyros
Baba Ghanoush
Lamb
Salad
Fast food
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Greek
Fast food
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"First time here was in 1978, and I still love it! We had the falafel sandwiches. The pita was thicker than I remembered the last time I was here..."
Patrick Callan
"I've been getting the best Falafel wraps from Falafel King since the 80's. Every time I visit Boulder this is always my first meal. Can't find..."
Terri Becraft
"How have I never reviewed this place? I’ve been coming here since 2005. To say I love it would be an understatement. In the nearly 20 years (wow,..."
Jill Escalante
"Didn't even have time to take a picture of my dinner it was so tasty! Fantastic food with just the right amount of spice prepared quickly and to..."
Thayne de Best
"Best cup of coffee I have ever had and it isn't close. Also, the man who owns the place is an absolute treasure. He is skilled at his craft and he is..."
Preston Wright
"One of the cheaper places to find a great meal on Pearl Street. Portion size is still a little underwhelming for the price, but the quality and taste..."
brendan cooney
"Boulder staple on Pearl Street Mall. Loved the food here for years. My order is falafel plate with Greek sides. The falafel is very good and I..."
Brian Hayden