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Best Middle-east Restaurants Nearby in West Bloomfield

Middle Eats

Middle Eats

4.6
(2k+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee
"Amazing, flavorful, and no regrets getting this. The portions were filling, ingredients fresh, and the shrimp, steak, and chicken complimented each other very well. If you love shawarma bowls, this is a must get."
"Middle Eats is PHENOMENAL!!! The chicken shawarma salad was chefs kiss!!OMG the marinated chicken was succulent and tender and O so SEASONED!! The fresh ingredients was ingredienting!! And the classic chicken shawarma is a CLASSIC for a reason!! Stuffed full of marinated chicken, garlic sauce and pickles just Awesome!! If they make a mistake they always fix it and it's ALWAYS better the next time!!"
Chicken Shawarma Bowl
Grilled marinated chicken breast, hummus or garlic, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, and our Dillio or Spicy Dillio sauce over a bed of yellow rice.
$17.32
Chicken & Steak Shawarma Bowl
Grilled marinated chicken breast and steak, hummus or garlic, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, and our Dillio or Spicy Dillio sauce over a bed of yellow rice.
$21.43
Chicken & Shrimp Shawarma Bowl
Grilled marinated chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, dillio or spicy dillio, and garlic spread all wrapped in a pita.
$24.69
Chicken Shawarma Wrap
Marinated Steak, hummus or garlic, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, and our Dillio or Spicy Dillio sauce over a bed of yellow rice.
$11.21
Hummus & Garlic

Hummus & Garlic

4.8
(200+)
• Mediterranean • Middle Eastern
$0 delivery fee
Trending
"delicious, buthave a lot of napkins on hand. there was grease outside the wrap and the bag the wrap came in. the regular garlic sauce was huge. great value"
"H&G Grilled Chicken Bowl was great and HUGE!H&G Grilled Chicken Shawarma was really good as well and huge. Garlic Sauce & Pita Bread is flaming! so good! Definitely my new favorite place"
- H&G Grilled Chicken Bowl
Grilled Chicken, Rice, Traditional Veggies, Dill Ranch Sauce, Hummus & Garlic
$17.51
H&G Grilled Chicken Shawarma
Grilled Chicken, Traditional Veggies, Dill Ranch Sauce, Hummus & Garlic
$11.93
- H&G Grilled Steak Bowl
Grilled Steak, Rice, Traditional Veggies, Dill Ranch Sauce, Hummus & Garlic
$18.5
Fountain Drinks
Grilled Chicken, Garlic Sauce and Pickles. Simple and Delicious
$3.45
Fibis

Fibis

4.7
(1k+)
• Lebanese • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"if you want happiness in a takeout box this is the place to go. the food is flavorful. portions are amazing. the fries are crispy. and the price point is unmatched. I would get this 7 days a week if I could."
"I always order the Grilled Chicken Over Rice! It is absolutely delicious every time I order from here! The rice is soft and warm, the chicken is tender, the balance is perfection with a mini salad for some crunch and freshness in the corner with the seasoned fries and white sauce on top is just WOW! Great size meal that'll last you all day! Whenever I want to door dash I always pick this place!"
Combo(Chicken & Lamb) Over Rice
Combo of juicy grilled chicken and delicious lamb gyro, served over fragrant basmati rice with golden fries, crisp garden salad, and your choice of signature sauce
$15.14
Grilled Chicken Over Rice
Juicy marinated chicken grilled to perfection, served over fragrant basmati rice with golden fries, crisp garden salad, and your choice of signature sauce
$15.04
Steak Pitadilla
Juicy steak with sautéed peppers and onions, melted mozzarella in warm pita bread
$14.65
Crispy Chicken Over Rice
Crispy golden fried chicken served over fragrant basmati rice with golden fries, fresh garden salad, and your choice of signature sauce
$15.05
SAMOON MEDITERRANEAN KITCHEN

SAMOON MEDITERRANEAN KITCHEN

4.6
(30+)
• Mediterranean • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
"I've tried all the rice bowls in the area and none of them compare to this. Food arrived hot and fresh, the chicken tika was very flavorful. Amazing fresh flavorful food and large portions will definitely order often."
"The veggies were fresh, but in an excessive amount of tart dressing.The small amount of eggplant was tasty,while the shrimp tasted as if they had been cooked early in the day, dryng and waiting to be used."
Samoon Bowl
Build your perfect bowl with your choice of base, protein, fresh toppings, spreads, sauces, and house-baked Samoon bread.
$23.04
Samoon Pita
Fluffly Samoon or Warm Pita bread stuffed with your choice of protein, fresh toppings, spreads, and signature sauces.
$17.05
Saj Beef Shawarma Bites
Beef or chicken shawarma, fries, Sahara ranch — topped with parsley.
$17.95
Crushed Lentil Soup
Crispy pastry rolls — beef stuffed.
$7.95
My Big Fat Shawarma

My Big Fat Shawarma

4.7
(1k+)
• Middle Eastern • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
"Always satisfied visiting this location! Employees are always kind and the place is clean! Love the potato wedges and my bowls are always fresh! A bowl and fries can last you a couple dinners! Great taste!"
"Don't sleep on this, blows its competition out of the water in quality and price. Everything is good that I've tried here, fresh and good portions. Prob the 10th time I've ordered here and definitely won't be the last!"
BYO BOWL
Create your own flavorful masterpiece with our signature Build Your Own Bowl.
$21.67
BYO WRAP
Create your own flavorful masterpiece with our signature Build Your Own wrap.
$17.75
SIDE CRISPY CHICKEN
Signature, traditional saffron yellow rice.
$9.98
LEMONADE 24 OZ.
All natural, organic, white breast meat, halal chicken shawarma made to perfection the #BigFatWay
$6
Fire & Feast Commerce - 3050 Union Lake Rd

Fire & Feast Commerce - 3050 Union Lake Rd

4.3
(100+)
• American • Catering
$0 delivery fee
"Rainbow Pepper Chicken Special is SOO good and for $12?! 14" PEPPERONI PIZZA SPECIAL is a great deal!"
"The French dip was really good. Flavorful and also the juice for it is tasty as well. You also get a good size portion of the juice I would definitely order again  The Lemon Chicken Rice Soup was OK. It definitely had a kick to it. Some kind of curry in it had a little bit of a spice "
Chicken Shawarma Sandwich
Thin-sliced chicken, onions, tomatoes, pickles, and garlic sauce
$16.03
Prime French Dip
FATTOUSH SALAD Fresh chopped romaine lettuce tossed with ripe tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and crisp radishes, finished with our tangy house dressing and traditional sumac seasoning for a bright and refreshing Mediterranean flavor. This classic Middle Eastern salad delivers fresh texture, bold citrus notes, and authentic flavor in every bite. Prepared tossed with all toppings. Dressing is served on the side.
$25.3
Fattoush
Roasted Chicken with yellow rice
$10.61
Roasted Chicken
Tender, pan-seared beef bites with mushrooms bathed in a savory garlic butter, served with a velvety, house-made Parmesan cream sauce. Served with angel hair pasta and a side of Iraqi salad
$15.64
My Big Fat Shawarma - Beverly Hills

My Big Fat Shawarma - Beverly Hills

4.9
(30+)
• Middle Eastern • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"Way better than the others!!!"
BYO BOWL
Create your own flavorful masterpiece with our signature Build Your Own Bowl.
$23.59
BYO WRAP
Create your own flavorful masterpiece with our signature Build Your Own wrap.
$18.46
CHICKEN TORTILLA
Golden fried, crispy crunchy juicy chicken, our version of chicken cream chop.
$10.45
SIDE CRISPY CHICKEN
House made pita chips.
$14.4
Shawarma Taj

Shawarma Taj

4.4
(100+)
• $
$0 delivery fee
"excellent shawema beef and chicken. best is the grilled whole chicken Rottes, but need to call ahead and tell them to do it"
"The portions of the meat is very small you mainly taste bred and sauce, the fries are great the seasoning was nice. But I wouldn't get the shawarmas again."
Chicken Shawarma
Chicken shawarma pickles & garlic sauce.
$9.52
Chicken Shawarma Combo / وجبة شاورما دجاج
1 chicken sandwich, fries, pickles & garlic sauce.
$15.99
Chicken Shawarma Double Combo / وجبة شاورما دجاج دبل
2 Chicken sandwich, fries, pickles & garlic sauce.
$24.99
Meat Shawarma
Meat shawarma, tomatoes, onions, parsley & tahini.
$10.51
Bucharest Grill

Bucharest Grill

4.6
(9k+)
• Middle Eastern • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"Fire! Chicken well seasoned, fresh vegetablesc garlic, and hummmus. I want to try the beef and lamb now. It's also filling very filling for the price and you should also add pita bread. I would order again!"
"Just ordered the Chicken Tenders (w/bbq sauce) and House Salad (no cheese, no dressing, add pita chips and banana peppers). SOOO good and fresh. Salad portion is HUGE"
Chicken Shawarma Salad
Grilled marinated chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, pita chips, onions, cucumber and peppers. Served with house dressing.
$13.27
Shawarma Box
Any Shawarma with Fries.
$12.9
Chicken Shawarma
Grilled marinated chicken breast, tomato, lettuce, pickles, mayo, garlic spread, wrapped in a pita.
$10.03
Chicken Quesadilla
Grilled marinated chicken breast, tomato, pickles, and garlic spread.
$10.4
Roadside shawarma stand

Roadside shawarma stand

4.7
(50+)
• Middle Eastern • Halal
$0 delivery fee
"Everything was phenomenal, fresh, and the portions were generous. I would and will be ordering again many times, especially with the Combo 3 being very well priced."
"The Chicken Tawook Tikka was amazing!! Chicken Shawarma sandwich not impressive. Very dry and the chicken was mushy with no flavor. Stick with the Tawook "
Pita sandwich
1 chicken cream chop, 2 beef kabob, 2 chicken kabob beef and chicken shawarma, 3 falafel, 5 pieces chicken tikka, 3 pitas, garlic, ranch, curry and beans stew.
$9.8
Bowl
3 chicken cream chop, 4 beef kabob, 4 chicken kabob beef and chicken shawarma, 8 falafel, 15 pieces chicken tikka, garlic, ranch, 8 pitas, curry and bean stew.
$14.04
Flaming Kabob Express

Flaming Kabob Express

4.5
(100+)
• Middle Eastern • Deli
$0 delivery fee
"this is one of the best bowls i've had. the portions are amazing. the vegetables are crunchy and fresh. the meat is so flavorful. im genuinely shocked. i will definitely be ordering this again."
"The best bowl I've had. Everything was fresh with a generous portion. The beets are small and whole and most delicious! I will most definitely order it again!!"
Build Your Own Bowl-Unlimited Toppings
Customize your bowl with fresh ingredients tailored to your individual tastes.
$17.6
Fattoush Lunch Salad
Smooth, creamy blend of chickpeas, tahini, and garlic topped with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika.
$15.01
Build Your Own Salad-Unlimited Toppings
Tender beef kefta kabob, saffron yellow rice or red burgul pilaf, salad and tahini sauce.
$17.52
Crushed Lentil Soup
Delicious all white meat chicken shawarma, saffron yellow rice or red burgul pilaf, salad and garlic toum.
$6.16
Shawarma Stop

Shawarma Stop

4.4
(100+)
• Middle Eastern • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"The Mediterranean Sub was an amazing sandwich with a perfectly fresh, crisp texture and perfect flavor. The portioning was just right. I would definitely order again."
"I was a waitress for many years in Middle Eastern and this place is fantastic. Garlic spread is top notch. Chicken it's all great!"
Chicken Shawarma Sandwich
Freshly cut Chicken Shawarma, Tomatoes, Pickles, & house made Garlic Sauce
$10.49
Chicken Shawarma Plate
Seasoned crispy crust with a choice of chicken, steak, or lamb shawarma with garlic sauce, pickles, and spice, sliced into bite-sized pieces. Served with crispy fries and spicy pickled vegetables.
$19.82
Shawarma Bites
Freshly cut Lamb Shawarma topped with Onion-Parsley mix, Tomatoes, Pickles, and Tahini sauce
$18
Lamb Shawarma Sandwich
Includes chicken, rice, hummus, spicy veggies, garlic sauce, chipotle sauce.
$10.33
Zara Eatery

Zara Eatery

4.7
(90+)
• Middle Eastern • American
$0 delivery fee
"I eat a lot of Mediterranean food at a variety of restaurants Zara's makes absolutely the very best Baba Ghanoush I have ever eaten. If you like Baba Ghanoush you must try Zara's. Their sandwiches are great , too! Their table service is delightful! "
"The Zara Mix Grill was delicious. It was a little pricey though. The chicken Tikka and lamb was so delicious but sadly there isn't much of it. I would order it again on a day I can spare the funds. The white bean stew was also delicious. I enjoyed it quite a bit."
Chicken Shawarma Sandwich
Comes with garlic and pickles.
$10.22
Iraqi Kabob
Create your own bowl with rice or burgul, and your choice of toppings
$24.96
Chicken Shawarma Bowl
Creamy chickpeas with tahini, lemon juice, garlic.
$17.64
Hummus
1 beef kabob, 1 chicken kabob, beef shawarma, chicken tikka (2 pcs.), chicken cream chop – feeds up to 3 people. Comes with rice, burgul, house salad, and two stews.
$11.68
Little Palm

Little Palm

4.4
(100+)
• American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"Salads are TOP NOTCH. Wasn't expecting a lot from a side Greek salad, but it was generous on toppings, they use whole baby beets, and the dressing is tangy, slightly sweet, almost creamy pink Greek (must have for a perfect greevening salad). Oh - the shwarma was delish too. I ordered again 2 days later."
"The pasta dish I had was as bad as it gets. Dry prob cause it was packaged bad and my bag came with sauce flooded in the plastic bag be my pasta. Just an awful dish. I'd get better quality pasta from a can at Kroger. The chicken dish had flavor but was dry and chewy. Never will order from here again. So many better mederteranian places vs this overpriced junk"
Shawarma Platter Entree
Lentils slow cooked with vegetables and spices, garnished with a touch of herbs.
$28.28
Crushed Lentil Soup
Crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, red cabbage, onion, cucumbers, fresh herbs, and crispy pita chips with grilled chicken breast and our scratch made Fattoush Vinaigrette.
$7.49
Fattoush Salad with Grilled Chicken
Crispy lettuce, juicy tomatoes, red cabbage, onion, cucumbers, fresh herbs, and crispy pita chips with our scratch made Fattoush Vinaigrette.
$12.23
Fattoush Salad
Our famous Zip pasta, Al dente noodles with our house made zip sauce topped with Parmigiano Reggiano. A Michigan original.
$16.98
Mila Delicatessen

Mila Delicatessen

4.8
(20+)
• Middle Eastern • Deli
$0 delivery fee
Burek
Burek is flaky, golden made from thin layers of hand-stretched dough, rolled and coiled with a savory filling of seasoned meat (beef), or Spinach & cheese, or only cheese — a beloved staple across the Balkans. Made to order please allow 20min.
$7.41
The Delancey
Sliced grilled turkey, creamy cole slaw, and melted Swiss cheese, topped with Russian dressing, served on lightly toasted Zingerman's Jewish Rye bread. Served with fries cooked in beef tallow.
$19.11
The Grand Club
Layers of turkey, ham, crispy bacon, and avocado topped with cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and fresh onion, all dressed with mayo and served on lightly toasted Zingerman's bakehouse true north sourdough. Served with fries cooked in beef tallow.
$21.74
The Reuben
Grilled corned beef, sauerkraut, and melted Swiss cheese, all complemented by Russian dressing and served on lightly toasted Zingerman's Jewish rye bread. Served with fries cooked in beef tallow. (Grobbel's premium meats)
$19.16
Qahwah House

Qahwah House

4.7
(100+)
• Middle Eastern • Coffee Shop
$0 delivery fee
$3 off on $27+
"I love this coffee spot but my drink order is NEVER secured? It doesn't make sense. They need to start putting stickers and bags."
"I was bothered that this beverage did not come with a seal. It was visually aesthetic, however it didn’t taste amazing. I'd give it a 7/10"
12 Oz Adeni Chai
Ceremonial-grade matcha blended with milk and sweet strawberry flavor for a smooth, fruity twist.
$5.72
Khaliat Alnahl (Honeycomb)
Our most popular iced drink. Espresso blended with milk and pistachio using our signature preparation method for an extra-smooth, rich flavor that keeps guests coming back.
$9.09
Iced Strawberry Matcha
Espresso poured over ice and milk for a smooth, refreshing classic.
$10.26
16 Oz Adeni Chai
Ceremonial-grade matcha shaken with milk and ice for a smooth, refreshing, and energizing drink.
$6.85
AL JABAL

AL JABAL

4.9
(100+)
• Mediterranean • Greek
$0 delivery fee
"some of the BEST Shish Kofta I have had in years! super juicy, tender and full of flavor! Garlic Paste (3oz) never disappoints either, tho you will need to order it extra, as it doesn't come with the Kofta."
"Absolutely delicious lamb chops worth every penny."
Chicken Shawarma
Garlic paste, pickles.
$8.53
Beef Kabob
Hummus, tomato, onion, pickles.
$8.4
Kof and Slaw
Kofta, french fries, coleslaw salad, pickles, ketchup, hot sauce.
$9.56
Mixed Grilled
A selection of 1 kabob, 1 tawook, and 1 kofta.
$26.97
The Pita Post

The Pita Post

4.8
(500+)
• Middle Eastern • Mediterranean
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Trending
"Our ONLY regret is not having found this wonderful place sooner. The food here is "off the charts" good!"
"It may look small but it's SO FILLING and much bigger in person. Absolutely worth the price splurge. The packaging is insane quality. I will be craving this anytime I want a pita, 10/10 Crispy Chicken Shnitzel Pita"
Crispy Chicken Shnitzel Pita
Mild spiced crispy chicken patty with diced tomatoes, diced cucumbers, sweet creamy cabbage, house ranch and honey mustard Contains: Wheat, Dairy, Soy, Eggs
$18.89
Crispy Chicken Shnitzel Rice Bowl
Mild spiced crispy chicken patty with diced tomatoes, diced cucumbers, sweet creamy cabbage, house ranch and honey mustard Contains: Wheat, Dairy, Soy, Eggs
$22.27
Chicken Shawarma Pita
seasoned chicken with diced tomatoes, diced cucumbers, tangy cabbage, pickles and tahini sauce Contains: Wheat, Sesame
$18.68
Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowl
seasoned chicken with diced tomatoes, diced cucumbers, tangy cabbage, pickles and tahini sauce Contains: Sesame
$22.18
CAVA

CAVA

4.2
(500+)
• Healthy • Bowls
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Great flavor and taste! Alwyas fresh ingredients but the portion size is lacking a bit this time. Usually it's a full bowl this time I got 3/4 full. I'd still recommend for the quality of cava, plus the free pita is a nice touch."
"The portion size for the price is crazy. Plus the salmon was cold, dry, and hard. The lentils were also hard and dry- are they supposed to be uncooked? What's the deal. I also ordered hummus in my bowl and they did not include."
Chicken + Rice
Grilled chicken, hummus, tzatziki, pickled onions, tomato + onion, cucumber, feta, arugula, brown rice, Greek vinaigrette
$15.96
Greens + Grains Bowl
Mix and match your favorite greens and grains to build a bowl just the way you like it.
$17.91
Grains Bowl
Choose your grain bowl base: saffron basmati rice, brown basmati rice, or black lentils.
$17.68
Classic Pita Chips
Made from our classic pitas. Cut, then fried for a deliciously dippable, chewy bite.
$3.25
Mr. Kabob Xpress

Mr. Kabob Xpress

4.4
(2k+)
• Mediterranean • Halal
$0 delivery fee
"This Shawarma is jumbo. It always is, but sometimes, it is an understatement. This is one of those times. This time it was bigger & fuller than most footlong subs you will find. it was awesome! It always tastes great, but this was so packed, I got a quarter of the way through & called it quits. Best Shawarma around..."
"Normally they are pretty skimpy with the Falafel Bowl and its like $17 for veggies, but today they really filled the bowl up and it was really good!"
Create Your Own Bowl
Start with your favorite base, layer on bold and flavorful toppings, and finish with perfectly seasoned protein - a bowl made exactly your way
$22.24
Xpress Platter for 2
Includes choice of saffron rice, grilled veggies, fries or hummus with 2 proteins and 2 sides of your choice-all included
$27.69
Mini Wrap
A 9" pita with your choice of protein and up to six items, including fresh veggies, sauces and dressings
$14.73
Create Your Own Wrap
Lettuce, rice, cucumber, tomato, onion, pickles, and spicy garlic dressing on a bed of jalapeño cilantro hummus with your choice of protein
$18.89
Levantine Grill LLC

Levantine Grill LLC

4.7
(300+)
• Mediterranean • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
15% off on $40+
"Exceptional taste, unbeatable price, excellent and friendly customer service!"
"The Lamb Vegetable QRT is so tasty! I feel so warm after eating this soup, especially in a such cold weather. Everything is super fresh and well packed. Pita is so good with this 12OZ Garlic sauce, real yum! And good portion! I definitely will order again. I hope this shop will keep good quality and good service, thank you!"
Shawarma Sandwich
Choice of tender chicken or flavorful beef shawarma, marinated with authentic Mediterranean spices, slow-cooked to perfection, and Wrapped in warm pita bread.
$9.56
Fattoush MED
Grilled white & dark meat Chicken with garlic sauce, marinated and char-broiled to perfection. (All Dinners are served with Rice or Fries and your choice of Soup or Salad)
$12.28
HALF Boneless Chicken
Our signature creamy garlic sauce, rich and flavorful with the perfect balance of garlic and spices. A delicious addition to your favorite dishes, perfect for dipping, drizzling, or spreading.
$23.28
12OZ Garlic
Marinated cubes of white meat Chicken, skewered and char-broiled to a tender perfection. (All Dinners are served with Rice or Fries and your choice of Soup or Salad.)
$8.35

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