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BYOB pick for Kurdish fare, including vegetarian choices, in a straightforward, high-ceilinged room.
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Address: 32 E Fillmore Ave, St Paul, MN 55107
Phone: (651) 602-9964
Website: https://www.babanis.com/
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Reviews
SAL
Excellent Kurdish lunch! Had the dowjik soup, beef kabobs, and sheik Babani (eggplant stuffed with meat). Meat is halal. Each dish was super flavorful and different – we felt like we got a great variety. Baklava was a bit soft (prefer it crispy) but quite tasty. Lady serving was friendly and efficient and helped with recommendations. Atmosphere is relaxed and homey. A great visit and would definitely recommend this place!
… moreChloe Spencer
Babani’s is a cozy restaurant tucked away in Saint Paul, and it has been on my list of places to try for some time. Enter the space and you’ll be greeted with warm rich colors, Kurdish decor, and a relaxing atmosphere. On Saturdays they are open from 2 to 7:30, and when I walked in there were already people here for late lunches and early dinners. I was promptly greeted and taken to my seat. Throughout my visit the staff was attentive and sweet – she checked on me often, which I appreciated. I ordered the Bajan Reshk for my appetizer, and my, was it delightful. Something you’ll notice about Babani’s is that ALL the produce used is ridiculously fresh – it tastes honestly like it came out of someone’s backyard garden, and it’s the middle of winter, so I KNOW they’ve got a good supplier. The eggplant was a succulent, perfect texture, and the jajic paired wonderfully with the cucumber. It was so refreshing and a perfect start to the meal. Additionally, I tried their Kurdish lemonade, which was tart and tasteful. My entree came with soup, so I tried the Dowjic as well, which was tangy and creamy. The chicken tawa is one of their staple entrees, and honestly, I can’t remember the last time I went to a restaurant and had chicken that fell off the bone. I’m talking I POKED it with a fork and it just peeled away in these rich, succulent layers. This dish is the ultimate comfort food. I loved every bite. To finish off my meal, I had the baklava, which was sweet and served piping hot. There’s a lot to love about Babani’s, but don’t just take my word for it – try it yourself!
… moreKaren Sauro
The atmosphere is either a place to dine because of it, or in spite of it. Simple, almost utilitarian ambience, you’re coming to Babani’s for the food and nothing else.
The Haute Plates Dining Reviewers tried a variety of dishes, from the two soups to the “Striped Trousers” dish, with salads, bread, and more entrees also in the mix. All were dishes not shy of flavor, and came out (at staggered times) fresh from the kitchen just a few steps away.
Service was curt (upon being greeted for our 6:30 reservation, the first words were, “We close at 7:30”), and there are two people — the cook and the server/manager/owner — but it is authentic as can be, and the food is hearty without being heavy.
If you want candles and fresh flowers, don’t bother. But for the foodie? Highly recommend.
… moreThe Haute Plates Dining Reviewers tried a variety of dishes, from the two soups to the “Striped Trousers” dish, with salads, bread, and more entrees also in the mix. All were dishes not shy of flavor, and came out (at staggered times) fresh from the kitchen just a few steps away.
Service was curt (upon being greeted for our 6:30 reservation, the first words were, “We close at 7:30”), and there are two people — the cook and the server/manager/owner — but it is authentic as can be, and the food is hearty without being heavy.
If you want candles and fresh flowers, don’t bother. But for the foodie? Highly recommend.
Heather MacMurdo
The food was delightful and the staff was very kind! I would definitely recommend and hope to come back soon! The Kubey Brinj and Sheik Babani were outstanding.
… moreMaryam
As an Iranian, I found the food amazing. However, the staff were not welcoming and questioned why we arrived at 7:00 pm although the restaurant closes at 8pm. There was also a 20% default tip. When I called about an incorrect receipt, they confirmed the mistake but asked me to come in to pick up the $2 refund, even though I paid by card and was charged a $3 credit card fee. Because of these issues, I do not recommend Babani’s.
… moreChris
Great restaurant, I was surprised by the taste of the food. It was very different. Probably one of the best restaurants in St paul. I had the chicken kebab and beef Kabab with white rice and a lentil soup. It was freaking delicious, especially since the chicken was very well seasoned and juicy. I also tried the Tabbouleh salad, and it was very fresh. The service was excellent. The guy was very busy and could attend to all the tables alone. Very polite and friendly. I also loved the baklava. I am definitely coming back to try other stuff.
… moreJade
Visiting for the holidays and good friends brought my wife and I here! The restaurant has soft lighting and sturdy chairs. Wait staff was fast and knowledgeable. The food and beverage are some of the best I’ve had in the Twin Cities. The Kurdish tea is warm and bracing and the Kurdish lemonade is different than other places (more sour than sweet). I strongly recommend the lemon-y soup (Dowjic?) and the chicken kabob biryani. I can’t wait to come back again!
… moreGiia Weigel
Incredibile place run by an incredible family! Felt like going Home. And the food … everything was absolutely amazing
… moreIrina
Well, we just ate here and it is by far the best Turkish/Mediterranean food in MN! We had beef and chicken biryani, tabouli and cucumber salad, hummus, bakla, baklava, Kurdish tea and coffee. All was just top-notch highly recommend!
… moreTom Doran
Wonderful Kurd food cooked by mama. Have a bowl of her soup, lentil or lemon. I always get both, lentil flavorful and smooth. Lemon rice sharp and creamy broth. I let my daughter pick two or three main dishes, have not had a poor one yet. Often buy pints or quarts of soup to go. Will enjoy it all week.
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