Middle Eastern Cuisine

Reviews

• Josh R.

  star star star star star 26 May 2026

  I've tried every Greek place in Little Rock - Taziki's, Layla, Istanbul, and even Leo's. This, by far, is the best gyro around. It's a small 'ma and pop stand in the Ottenheimer Market Hall, but everything is made fresh daily, and is incredibly flavorful. the people behind the counter are friendly, and the food is excellent.
  
  The bottom line is that if you need to get your greek fix, this is the only place to go.

• David B.

  star star star star_border star_border 24 May 2026

  This was my first time eating at Middle Eastern Cuisine and I found it to be A-OK.
  
  The found wasn't packed with flavor but it had a very authentic feel to it.  I'm sure everything that comes out of my kitchen isn't bursting with flavor, so why should I expect their food to be over the top?
  
  I told the guy at the counter that I wanted one of their "plates" that included a main dish and a couple of side dishes.  I told him to surprise me.  The only thing that look familiar was the main dish.  It looked like some kind of meatloaf.  It had a nice taste but it wasn't something that I would drive across town to eat again, however, I wouldn't be upset to if my wife learned the recipe and served it to me at home.
  
  The two gentlemen who were working the booth were both very friendly and helpful, but I kind of got the suspicion that they make up the prices as the went along.
  
  In conclusion; the food didn't feel like fast food and the service was very nice.  If you're in the area, it won't hurt you to give them a try but don't make a special trip to eat there.

• Ashley G.

  star star star star star 20 May 2026

  Food was sooo good! Came here on a whim because it sounded good but I wasn't sure what to order since I don't eat middle eastern food very often. The owner was very nice and helped me figure out what I like. I had the eggplant stew with rice and okra and eggplant dip for my 2 sides. The okra side dish is fantastic!

• Danny W.

  star star star star star 7 May 2026

  I went to try their gyro sandwich, and it was fantastic. Not overdone, fresh ingredients, and Wael is a friendly guy who likes to inform you of how the dishes are made. Highly recommend!

• Noel P.

  star star star star_border star_border 6 May 2026

  I wanted to like this place more than I did.
  
  I got the plate of falafel, that came with 3 falafel, a pita, and 2 sides (I picked the salad, and baba ghanoush). I also got it spicy, and with onions on the side.
  
  The portions were somewhat small for the $8 (I was confused as to the prices because the board was different than the menu at the counter) and I only really got four bites of baba ghanoush. I've had a lot of it in my life, and it wasn't bad, it just needed a little bit more "oomph." The salad was going bad - the cucumbers tasted soggy and old. The falafel was pretty good - but also very salty. I wished I had got the hummus to balance out my palate.
  
  The best part about this place was the older man- he was such a sweetheart! I just wish the food had been a bit better.