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West Houston restaurant Arpi’s Phoenicia Deli is a long-running, beloved spot for gourmet Mediterranean food, including its famed shawarma sandwiches and other intercontinental menu items for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It is located directly in front of Phoenicia Market on Westheimer. As one of the most flexible, full-service restaurants in Houston, Arpi’s Deli offers dine-in, drive-through, takeout and delivery. Looking for a caterer? Our full menu is also available for catering orders for office lunches, parties and other special events Order Online! Curbside & Delivery
Mediterranean market with deli & prepared foods, plus cheeses, baked goods, meats, wine & beer.
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Address: 12151 Westheimer Rd suite p, Houston, TX 77077
Phone: (281) 558-0416
Website: https://arpisdeli.com/
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Reviews
Let’s Eat Houston
Authentic local spot for great Mediterranean food at a good value. Food and vibe feels pretty local and homey!
I ordered a lamb shawarma wrap and a Turkish latte. Portions are huge! I liked the seasoning on the lamb and the sauces in the pita. Would’ve preferred if the lamb and pita were hotter, but the flavor was still great. Turkish latte was great and well balanced – just watch out for the coffee grounds at the end.
… moreI ordered a lamb shawarma wrap and a Turkish latte. Portions are huge! I liked the seasoning on the lamb and the sauces in the pita. Would’ve preferred if the lamb and pita were hotter, but the flavor was still great. Turkish latte was great and well balanced – just watch out for the coffee grounds at the end.
Robert Buzz
Very delicious food. However, the servers could be more patient and passionate on the customers.
… moreDr. Karla Hernandez DeCuir
This was my first time visiting Arpis, even though I learned it’s been there for over 40 years. It is a nice traditional looking deli. The taste of the food was okay and quite a few options. I ordered a shawarma and it was just okay. The humus and Lebanese salad were a little bland. I am more used to going to Fadis. I was able to see Mrs. Arpi while I was there and she’s the cutest lady. I would come back mainly to support her. However, the food needed a little more taste in my opinion and the pitas could have been thicker and warm
… moreLiz “Liz”
Arpi’s Phoenicia Deli – A Decent Stop, But Not For Me
I recently visited Arpi’s Phoenicia Deli after hearing some buzz about it, and while I can see why others might enjoy it, it just wasn’t the spot for me. The food was good—not bad by any means—but it didn’t blow me away either. I sampled a few different dishes, hoping something would really stand out, but unfortunately, most of them just didn’t hit the mark for my personal taste. And that’s coming from someone who loves Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. I’ve had similar dishes at other restaurants that were more flavorful, better presented, and even more affordable.
One thing I will say I was pleasantly surprised by: they had sugar-free baklava, which made me so happy! That was probably the highlight of my visit. It’s not often you find sugar-free options for desserts like that, and it was a nice touch for someone like me who tries to be mindful of sugar intake. So, kudos to them for that!
The atmosphere of the restaurant, though, left a little to be desired. It wasn’t as clean as I would have liked—tables had leftover trays and trash on them, and it seemed like things weren’t being cleared promptly. That really impacted the overall experience for me. The customer service was okay—not bad, not great. The staff were polite enough, but nothing really stood out in terms of hospitality or attentiveness.
All in all, I think Arpi’s has its place and could be worth checking out if you’re curious or if this kind of food is new to you. But for someone who’s had a lot of experience with Mediterranean food, and who knows what they love, it just didn’t leave a lasting impression. I’m glad I gave it a try, but I wouldn’t personally go back.
… moreI recently visited Arpi’s Phoenicia Deli after hearing some buzz about it, and while I can see why others might enjoy it, it just wasn’t the spot for me. The food was good—not bad by any means—but it didn’t blow me away either. I sampled a few different dishes, hoping something would really stand out, but unfortunately, most of them just didn’t hit the mark for my personal taste. And that’s coming from someone who loves Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. I’ve had similar dishes at other restaurants that were more flavorful, better presented, and even more affordable.
One thing I will say I was pleasantly surprised by: they had sugar-free baklava, which made me so happy! That was probably the highlight of my visit. It’s not often you find sugar-free options for desserts like that, and it was a nice touch for someone like me who tries to be mindful of sugar intake. So, kudos to them for that!
The atmosphere of the restaurant, though, left a little to be desired. It wasn’t as clean as I would have liked—tables had leftover trays and trash on them, and it seemed like things weren’t being cleared promptly. That really impacted the overall experience for me. The customer service was okay—not bad, not great. The staff were polite enough, but nothing really stood out in terms of hospitality or attentiveness.
All in all, I think Arpi’s has its place and could be worth checking out if you’re curious or if this kind of food is new to you. But for someone who’s had a lot of experience with Mediterranean food, and who knows what they love, it just didn’t leave a lasting impression. I’m glad I gave it a try, but I wouldn’t personally go back.
Yandy Rodriguez
The food is good, but it’s always left uncovered. The employees constantly talk with customers right over the food without wearing masks, which is very unhygienic. They really need to pay more attention to food safety.
… moreFaten Qahtan
Food that hits so close to home it brings tears of joy!!!
The best shawarma I’ve ever had in the US…
Pickles and garlic sauce need to be added to thr chicken shawarma to get the full flavor and authenticity. الذ شورما دجاج ولحم
… moreThe best shawarma I’ve ever had in the US…
Pickles and garlic sauce need to be added to thr chicken shawarma to get the full flavor and authenticity. الذ شورما دجاج ولحم
Shaan Amin
They have gotten cheap! I have been going to Arpis for the last 15 years. They used to put all the sauces and pita out for everyone to enjoy unlimited! Now they charge if you want one extra??? Not the mention the shawarma wraps are smaller. Service has always had an attitude but we let it slide since the food was good. Now we are fed up with they’re cheapness
… moreEdith Khan
I ordered 2 chicken shawarma wraps and one chicken shawarma plate. It was the driest chicken I had in a long time. Also I specifically asked no garlic sauce in the wraps. I wanted the yogurt sauce instead. They put about one teaspoonful in each wrap. Seriously? I had to add ranch dressing at home to make it edible at the very least. Very disappointed. A waste of my hard-earned $30.00.
… moreBaha
Probabaly one of the best shwarama in houston, definitely in the top 5.
I got the beef shawarma I think it was 9$ after all was said and done. The only thing I can warn you about is they go heavy on the onion, so if you don’t like as much onion let them know.
… moreI got the beef shawarma I think it was 9$ after all was said and done. The only thing I can warn you about is they go heavy on the onion, so if you don’t like as much onion let them know.
carlos perez
I’m not sure what happened today. I’ve been to this place many times, and my experience has always been great… the food and the service have consistently been excellent. But today was different.
I ordered two of the same wrap with two different sides to go. For some reason, the wraps came out completely different: one had hot sauce and tahini, and the other had neither. We didn’t specify anything because we assumed the sauces would be on the side for a to-go order, but that wasn’t the case. There were no sauces on the side, and it felt like we just got whatever they decided to serve.
I really hope this was a one-off. I’d hate to see a place with so much tradition start to slip.
… moreI ordered two of the same wrap with two different sides to go. For some reason, the wraps came out completely different: one had hot sauce and tahini, and the other had neither. We didn’t specify anything because we assumed the sauces would be on the side for a to-go order, but that wasn’t the case. There were no sauces on the side, and it felt like we just got whatever they decided to serve.
I really hope this was a one-off. I’d hate to see a place with so much tradition start to slip.