Cici Parks
Good food and even better customer service. You’ll feel at home for sure. The meat was very tender too (the reason I’m giving 4 stars is because my rice was kinda on the cold side.)
… moreHolly Dawn Hewlett
Traditional dining style of couches and low tables beautifuldecor. Service is good. Menu is very good. We had lamb and chicken kebabs, tabuli, mint tea, spanikopita, and Lebanese coffe. Prices are fair. Parking is limited along street, but worth a block walk. They have a patio. Comfortable for groups of 8 or less.
… moreMing Lu
We discovered Ali Baba Mid Eastern Restaurant while browsing Yelp for local recommendations, and I’m so glad we chose this place! Everything about it—the food, ambiance, and service—was excellent.
Overall Ratings:
* Restaurant: 5/5
* Service: 5/5
* Food: 5/5
* Parking: Street parking & back lot available
Restaurant Atmosphere:
I love the authentic décor and the thoughtful layout. The restaurant offers three distinct seating areas:
-A main dining room with booths and chairs
-A traditional Middle Eastern seating area
-A covered outdoor hookah lounge
I was initially concerned that the hookah smoke might affect our dining experience, but the setup ensures a comfortable atmosphere for everyone.
Service:
The staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. They offered great recommendations and, best of all, provided efficient service.
What We Ordered:
-Spanikopita – Delicious.
-Lamb Tajine – Absolutely delicious!
-Moroccan Chicken – The chicken was unbelievably tender and flavorful—one of my favorite dishes in a long time.
The portion sizes were generous! Almost every guest, including us, left with leftovers.
Final Thoughts:
Without a doubt, I’ll be returning soon to explore more of the menu. Ali Baba Mid Eastern Restaurant has easily become one of our favorite spots in Delaware!
… moreFares (Fares1Knight)
The place was nice. There were Arabic songs playing. It was quiet only my friend and I were eating. The price was kinda expensive but you get tons of food.
… moreEsmaeel Abofakher
This place has quickly become my favorite restaurant in Delaware, USA. The food is absolutely amazing, crafted by a talented chef. The service is exceptional, especially from Bashar—make sure to ask for him! His knowledge and friendliness will truly enhance your experience.
The atmosphere is fantastic, making you feel like you’re in the heart of the Middle East with its beautiful decorations. The narghile (hookah) was outstanding, especially since it was my first time experiencing it with real fruit. Highly recommended!
… moreSherin Joy
The food was delicious and rich in flavor yet mild. Service was excellent. We went on a no rush day so the restaurant was almost empty so it was very peaceful and enjoyable. I liked the vibe of the restaurant.
Parking can be a bit tricky.
… morew foodie
We came here for dinner and had an excellent meal! We’ve been coming here for years, but we haven’t been in a while and decided to come back for a meal. We ordered the fattoush salad, hummus, and baba ghanoush for starters, and then we ordered the chicken kebab, Moroccan chicken, and lamb tajeen as mains. Everything was delicious, and the service was great. We’ll definitely come back more frequently in the future!
… moreRyan Strauss
Had an amazing time here. My wife and I wanted to have a night out on the town and boy did this deliver. For our mains I got the lamb tajeen and she got the vegetarian platter. All of the food was outstanding and exceeded expectations. The hookah was also nice and enjoyable they even came around and topped off your coals. I would certainly return and invite anyone looking for good Mediterranean/ Moroccan food to come especially if you want hookah
… moreJosee Molavi
I can’t even explain how good their hummus, roast chicken, and lamb stew is. You must try this place. My family (we are middle eastern) has been going here for 4 years since my brother started at UD, and we are sad to not have a reason to be in Newark anymore. We had one final feast for graduation. Everything here is amazing and the place is a vibe. you sit on cushions with low tables. Don’t sleep on Ali baba yall
… moreClare Consavage
We really enjoy this place and it’s food! I got a really yummy vegetable/vegetarian platter! There are plenty of things for vegans as well. The falafels are crispy and good. The carrot salad is nice and garlicky. We also tried the spinach pie over the spanakopita which has feta cheese in it. Looks like the front porch area is reserve for the hookah bar part. We sat in the cozy back!
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