Whenever I go there I get dissapointed! I used to go to Lakewood store all the time never had any problem!But this Crocker Park store it's very unprofessional and they always come up with excuses!they bring the wrong food you tell the waitress that's not what I ordered and they are like ohh sorry about that!but they still charge you at the end!I'm done with this store and I do not recommend to anybody!I even talked to store manager and she says so sorry come back again we will fix it!?!Why don't you fix it now?!how long will it take to get a glass of water when the half of the restaurant is empty?even for that they have an excuse!:))
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Bread Man S.
This is one special place: The food is always great and consistent. Bold flavors and well made to order food and plates. The choices are wide and every item is awesome. The service is wonderful and consistent. The hummus dip is amazing. The shawarma is done very well and fab. Love this place. Highly recommended.
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Jackie C.
YUM. hands down the best hummus and pita/veggie combo around. I got carryout for the first time and they were SPEEDY! my chicken wrap was super yummy and the sauce was AWESOME! i slabbed some hummus & hot sauce which made my taste buds shout with joy :) over awesome place, cant wait to go back and try something new!
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Jennifer R.
I have been to this location just once and I did not find it as good as others. Our waitress was not very attentive and clearly overwhelmed. The food was good, but the location in Mayfield Village is much better.
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Nick A.
Very friendly staff, great food. I really enjoy the outdoor seating. My favorite is Aladdin's Favorite Combo, because I have never been a fan of middle eastern food, but this just has great tasting food and makes you feel full even though it isn't a ton of food.
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Mik P.
Good tasting food. I had the lamb plate.
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Loopy S.
Meh, OK. I ordered the kebab pita wrap. The beef was a bit dry and tough. I also got the baba gannoush -- it was yummy. The fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice really hit the spot.. But I stopped mid bite, sitting at a back table that looked into the kitchen, when I saw a server open a cooler with peeled carrots and veggies, knock a carrot to the floor, and then nonchalantly putting it right back into bin of fresh carrots without rinsing or anything. Really? It made my stomach turn.
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Heather W.
I went to Aladdin's for lunch with coworkers. We shared the vegetarian combo. Delicious! Very fresh. Hummus, Tabouli, Falafel, Dawali - so good!! Then a coworker and I split a Fattoush salad. Tons of flavor and fresh. If you're in the area and looking for a place to eat, I would recommendation Aladdin's.
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Lizi C.
A pleasant surprise and I found out after the fact that there are multiple locations. The hummus was excellent, although the pita that came with it was uninspired. Tried the beef kofta which was well seasoned and would have been good but it was too salty which was unfortunate. My friend tried a couple of wraps, I think a chicken curry wrap of some sort and another type of chicken wrap. (sorry can't remember) both of which were good.
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Cheryl J.
Delicious grape leaves, hummus, tabouli! Now, the beef kafta deserves its own praise. So friggen good. I tried some of my friends and immediately regreted the wrap I ordered. The flavor was a homerun out of this world to friggen pluto. I honestly can't put into words how I really felt, but you get the idea I was pleased with it. Don't get me wrong though, my hummus and tabouli wrap was superb! For the price you get a good portion and I was able to take half of my wrap home for a walk down flavor town a second time! Service was speedy and pleasant and I enjoyed my entire experience! I honestly can't believe I haven't eaten here sooner. I love it!
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Murray R.
What is my wife thinking?? She gives this place 5 stars? She's the one in the bunny ears, btw. I HATE this food. Had it multiple times and I can honestly say it is probably the worst food I've eaten anywhere in Cleveland. A lamb pita thing that had no flavor and was tough as a shoe. A spinach and feta thing that had less crumbly white stuff than most letters sent to congress. And the spinach was a big wad of vinegary yuck. I don't know if this is the way the food is intended to reach the diner, or if it's just poor execution on the part of the staff. Either way, I loathe this entire chain. I LOVE Mediterranean food. Greek Village Grille and Somer's Diner(Greek owned and influenced I think) are two of my favorite places. And I like some of the local Middle Eastern restaurants. Aladdin's is the anti- Winking Lizard. A local chain that gets by on it's "local" tag, but really doesn't merit the praise. A haven for vegetarians? Yeah, I guess, whatever. I eat meat now and I think I'd rather eat my dog's canned food than ever eat at this bazaar of blah again.
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Tween C.
I'm a fan of Aladdin's; it is very good but, like any store or eatery, can have flaws. One of the flaws I noticed was the lack of checking up on the customer. I was out of water during the appetizer and I didn't get my cup refilled until she brought the check.
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Matt A.
Typical for the Aladdin's chain. The hummus at Aladdin's is amazing!
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Jessica W.
While I haven't been to Aladdin's since I started my GF diet, it has always been a place that everyone in the house could find something they liked to eat. I was a Pescetarian for a long while, and now my bro is a vegetarian. With their huge menu and tons of vegetarian options, this was a wonderful place to eat. My usual varied. For a long time it was the Aladdin's Falafel rolled, but then it was the Fatayer (spinich pie) appetizer with a side salad, no salata (I am not a big fan of raw tomato). More recently it was the Turkey rolled or the Chicken Curry Rolled. Sadly, none of these are now options for me given my condition, but I can tell you that they are all very delicious. Aladdin's has some wonderful soups that are very filling, huge salads, and yummy smoothies with fresh squeezed juices, fruits, and fat free yogurt. They have Pitzas with various Mediterranean flairs, and lots of plates that include a salad as part of the dish. Not everything is healthy, but you can generally find something for every taste. And if you can save room for desert, do. They have a huge case of giant tortes, cheesecakes, and bombs, but they also have an assortment of backlavas and homemade cookies.
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Teri W.
I've traveled through Syria, Egypt, and Lebanon, and while I''m not holding anything at Aladdin's to that standard, the menu's just too overpriced and mainstreamed. You'd be hard-pressed to find anything offensive on the menu, but just as unlikely to be blown away. Moreover, when I recently ordered the $14 lamb plate at Crocker Park, I got 3 solid chunks of lamb and 4 thin slices of mystery meat (did not taste like mutton). I'd actually recommend Kan-Zaman over Aladdin's, and there you can also get a fun, tawdry dose of Middle Eastern pop music.
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Terinee B.
Located right in Crocker Park. They have great food, inexpensive prices, and indoor and ourdoor seating. I would definitely go again!
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Lisa H.
This place is delicious for Middle Eastern food. I go in there at least 1x/week or 1x/ every other week (they know me by name now) haha. It's calming and relaxing atmosphere with plenty of good food. They have fun outdoor seating during the summer. I always get the shishkabob salad with aladdin's dressing- so Good!!...I also get their kibbie too. Their flavor savor plate is delicious too!! In addition to getting the shishkabob salad; I get the aladdin's side of plain rice. It's the best rice I have ever tasted. The tarazaki chicken salad is soo good too with grapes, pears, chicken, etc with honey mustard dressing. The best part of the experience is their dessert case (one of the best Tiramisu!!) In fact, everything I have eaten is delicious. It's a wonderful meshing of delicious exotic flavors and yummy goodness :)
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Magda M.
When I think of affordable, flavorful ethnic food options in Cleveland (whether on the west side or east side), I think of Aladdin's. I love all the delicious, interesting wraps available within the $5-7 price range. Shwarma rolls are always a great bet and I also love the salads here. Hummus is a must! For dessert, don't hesitate to get the Baklava. Stop by any of the Aladdin's Eateries if you are in Cleveland!
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Christie B.
I love Aladdin's! I go here at least a couple of times a month for lunch. It is a perfect lunch spot, but for dinner I would choose to go elsewhere or do takeout. The food is always very good. My favorite is the Flavor Savor Special. Their salads are also very good.
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Omar S.
Aladdin's Eatery serves amazing food that easily rivals any other Middle Eastern restaurant. That being said, I would prefer slightly larger portions. Also, their desser menu is great as are their assortment of drinks. Their juices are fresh-squeezed. I tried the apple juice and it was very very good. The waiters and waitresses are very nice as well. A good restaurant.
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Jen C.
Best. Hummus. Ever. Get the hot sauce on the side. I order this as my lunch with an ice-cold Diet Coke. Nothing better. Service is always solid, hostesses friendly.
Really delicious food! It's very fresh, tasty, and affordable. Three of the four of us at our table got the flavor savor plate. It's a great way to sample the grilled chicken and beef, and the falafel. The garlic sauce is a little different than what I'm use to in LA, but it was still delicious.
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Imran Q.
I had the tuna and falafel wrap. Both are amazing. If you're into seafood try the tuna. It's char-grilled tuna steak wrapped in their pita with some kick butt sauce. I'd skip their cakes but the food is great.
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Nicole S.
Aladdin's is honestly one of my favorite restaurants. Even though it is in Crocker Park, it is never so busy that it turns me away. The prices are pretty cheap and the portions are great! I can get an entire meal (appetizer, entree, dessert) for under $20. And it is always delicious! Everything is fresh and the flavors are full. Even my dad who usually hates Mediterranean food, loved the food here! The salad is great, the pita rolls are soooo good, and the dessert, wow. Just love, love, love everything I've ever eaten here.
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Mark G.
I've heard good things about the place from damn near everyone. In this case, the rumors proved to be true. This place rocks. The closest thing you will find to Zankou in Ohio. While it's not even on the same level as Zankou, it's still pretty awesome. This place also further proves my theory that every culture has their Heineken/Becks rip off. Almaza for the Lebanese, Presidente for the Dominicans, etc. Their hummus was tasty. Their Aladdin's house salad dressing was phenomenal. This is one of the greatest restaurants I've found around here that's for sure.
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Scott T.
This place rocks! I have never had a bad meal. Affordable, fresh tasty food. Good service and always great. Hummus is a must, don't forget the hot sauce. It's worth extra $.50. The chicken curry rolled is my fav. I get it every time and make my wife get something else to try. Enjoy.
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Mehul P.
Bust out your magic lamp, but don't just wish for amazing Mediterranean fare just yet. It already exists in some form at Aladdin's Eatery in Crocker Park. You'll be met with a nice dimly lit dining room that may be very busy depending on the time of day. But don't worry, I hear this cave of wonders does carry out too. We arrived for the dinner service and were promptly seated near the back of the room. The tables sat between single chairs and a long booth bench, the first major folly of Aladdin. We were seated between two other couples whose conversations were easily overheard. The guy across from me could have whispered sweet-nothings into his wife's ears and I don't need to hear all that baba ghanoush. A little privacy and less proximity would have helped. The service was good. Our waiter was a bit persistent, not really giving us a chance to see the menu fully before asking for our orders. But I understand that, you want to give good service, at least he was nice and accommodating about it. They were prompt and classy, clearly attentive to the dining experience. They brought the food without a hitch. We got a rolled pita wrap a piece. The falafel wrap was wholesome but we found the actual falafel ball/patty to be less crispy and chewy than what you may usually get. The hummus tabbouleh wrap was delicious though, the perfect amount of parsley and other veggies. The highlight was the hummus, creamy and flavorful. You can't go wrong with that hummus, among the best I've had. If I based the review solely on food, I'd say four stars. But there are some reservations. Here are my three wishes for Aladdin's Eatery. 1. Space out the tables. You don't need to be seated like a sultan, but at least don't make it feel as if you're in the bazaar. 2. Be liberal with the food. If you're dining in, ditch the wrapping paper for the rolled pitas. This place walks the fine line between a restaurant and fast food. 3. Variety, variety, variety. Much of the menu is a regurgitation. The food tastes great, but the same ingredients across multiple plates is not innovation. Aladdin's Eatery is certainly no diamond in the rough, but it is a rightful gem of Mediterranean food in the Crocker Park.
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Jnet L.
This may be my favorite place to eat. They have the best hummus ever. Paired with the fresh, warm pita, it can't be beat! Even though I live closest to the Lakewood location I prefer the Crocker Park location becausa it is right across from Sephora!
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John D.
Six of us, including two children, had lunch here on a Saturday and, I must say, we all loved this place. Ambiance & service were quite good, if a bit breezy and sterile, but the food was fantastic. We shared the baba, a nice smoky eggplant dish. I had the shishkebab rolled pita and a side salad with Aladdin's dressing - both excellent. I certainly recommend this place.
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Fermin B.
Yum! This place is awesome. The ambiance is totally like the disney film "Aladdin" with its huge middle eastern decor and mirrors. The colors work well too (red and gold). I would recommend this location in Crocker park. Me and my best friend were looking for a place to eat in Crocker park, and we didnt want to go to an overly flamboyant location or one that would cost too much money. Viengs, which is next door, foodwise, is not as good. We decided on Aladdins, though we both hadn't been there often. Sitting down, we were able to converse without having our voices echo throughout, even though the location wasn't that large. Our food was prepared quickly, and the server was really nice (and hot for that matter). For less that 10 bucks, I got a plate full of great food. And the best part...it tasted good. When I took a bite into my wrap of food (the contents of which I forget at the moment...lamb, corn, some secret sauce, rice, etc.) the flavors just burst. With the first bite. Like heaven. It was so good. Who knew? Pleasantly surprised, I would give this place 4 stars.
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Lynn S.
I love Aladdins. The food is affordable and tastes great. I love their wraps and the hummus. Good quick place to go before a movie.
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Rodney W.
It took me forever and a day, but I finally made it to Aladdin's to try some of their food. I ordered the Aladdin's Kabob Rolled. It consisted of char-grilled lean beef tenderloin topped with grilled tomatoes, green peppers, onions, greens, turnips, pickles, and Tahini Yogurt dressing, rolled in a pita. The beef was moist and I didn't have to gnaw threw it. I was able to sever the soft meat with one bite. It was really really tasty and I want another one. Can someone get me one? I'm kind of hungry. I'll be back again!
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Sigmund V.
Outstanding! One of the best Mediterranean meals I have had. Great service and the food comes quick.
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J. H.
Highlights from our recent Saturday lunch visit: 1. Despite being the first people in the restaurant, our server did not appear at our table for almost 10 minutes. 2. My lamb wrap was relatively devoid of meat, and 3. My wife found a hair in our felafel. Suffice it to say, we'll go elsewhere for Middle Eastern food.
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Alysia H.
Love the hummus with a side of hot sauce. I stick with the Flavor Saver and haven't been disappointed. I have been going since they have opened at Crocker Park and service has been okay - seems like lately they have had turnover. But quality of food is always consistent. I gotten take out quite a few times and have always gotten what i ordered - no missing items and packaged well.
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Tom B.
Aladdin's is a Cleveland landmark. Whenever I'm back in town, it's on the list of places to hit. The hot sauce is absolutely delicious, and should be applied to everything from falafel to shwarma. The Westlake location sells beer and wine. The most amazing thing is how long this place has been around. I can't imagine how difficult it must have been to get Cleveland on the vegetarian Lebanese food kick back in the day!
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Bobby B.
Love the food here. The location is perfect in conjunction to where I live. A little outdoor patio is a nice addition as well. The pricing is fair. Service here at this location as of yesterday was subpar. Young kid, nice enough, but SLOW as all get out! Tables that came in after us received their food well before we did. They give you pita bread as they say "to munch on" so I ask for hot sauce, TEN MINUTES later it was finally brought out. I say that the Lakewood location runs circles around this location.
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Mark S.
My wife and I have eaten at Aladdins at Crocker Park numerous times. This is my first review though. The experiences have all been good. Our most recent visit was probably the best one yet. The waitress was very nice. I believe her name was Alex or Alexcs. She answered all of my wifes menu questions. We had the The Tawook salads. They were very fresh and nice sized portion. One of the managers (I believe her name is Caitlyn) checked on us and was very nice. The only recommendation I would have is the ability to have a beer or glass of wine outside. But I understand it is a city ordinance that you need a gate or fence outside. Very good experience. We will be back!
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Pat W.
This is the Westlake location. This is a smaller local Ohio chain and if you like Mediterranean food is always a good choice. I have eaten at this location different times. Compared to the other locations in Cleveland (and Columbus and Toledo), this appears to be one of the the best locations, and the others are pretty good with exception of the Bagley road location in/near Middleburg Heights. The coffee is usually fresher as well as the food. The deaserts are enticing and normally delicious. This location is at the Promenade mall so it is a great place for a snack as there are many appetizers or a full meal.
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Precious R.
I've been to the Aladdin's in Middleburg Heights a couple times but, it doesn't compare to this one in Westlake. The service & the food is great! The chicken shawarma rolled pita is one of my favorites. A new favorite of mine is the chicken pitza. Make sure to leave room for dessert because they have some amazing decedent cakes. Such a great place for lunch & for a light-ish dinner.
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Easy C.
I had an early lunch at Aladdin's today before flying home, and was pretty impressed. I let them know that I needed to catch a flight, and they assured me that I would have time to eat there. My order was taken promptly-- I ordered the vegetarian appetizer sampler with a rolled pita, which was plenty of food for lunch and enough to take in a box for second lunch. Everything was great--- lots of flavor, perfect falafels, and good potions. Highly recommended for anyone looking for something a little different.
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Tina C.
So many different feel good options. The Lebanese Salata with Quinoa is perfect- the quinoa soaks up the dressing and it is delicious. The mujadara is another favorite (but I usually get the fried onions on the side). If you want to try many things at once order the flavor savor (rice, salad, chicken, kafta, hummus and falafel). Always save room for dessert- at least the chocolate caramel pecan cookie.
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Amanda B.
Two things that bring me back to Aladdin's again and again: the lamb and the garlic sauce. Lamb rolled, lamb salad, the lamb plate. Love 'em all. The garlic sauce is so garlicky it almost burns your tongue...and I love it. If I'm not ordering lamb, I'll get the Greek Pitza, which is kind of like a Greek Salad on top of a crispy pita. The hummus is usually pretty good too, although last time it was lacking flavor. I'm all about tons of garlic and herbs when it comes to hummus, though. Typically service is pretty quick, but I can't say that's been consistent either. The dessert case displays many tempting options, the best one I've had is the carrot cake. Had the coconut cake last week and it was for sure a day or two old. Overall I like Aladdin's because it's a relatively cheap option in Crocker Park and I've never had to wait for a table. And the lamb...mmmm.
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Debra S.
Placed a $167 lunch order for the office today. They forgot to include one of our drinks and the salad orders were sub par. We order from this restaurant frequently! The lettuce was wilted and just looked old and tired. We spoke to the manager on duty...Jordon and expressed our disappointment. She said, yes we saw the drink as soon as you picked up the order...didn't call us...nothing pro-active to fix the problem. Regarding the salads..."sorry you were disappointed, is there anything else you want"! There are MANY Mediterranean style restaurants on the west side that will get our lunch orders that understand that keeping an existing customer is far less expensive than attracting new customers.
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Nicole W.
When I find myself with an empty fridge or full of laziness while staying at my brother's house in Bay Village, we often turn to Aladdin's. And I'll echo Shannon C - their takeout definitely hits the spot! You won't find anything over the top on their menu - just fresh, well put together wraps, salads and platters. Some standouts include... 1) Falafel wrap: Big in size and flavor, even more so when you add a touch of the spicy garlic sauce. The falafel is a tad dry, so you may want to invest in a bit of hummus to stack the deck in your favor. 2) Hummus: Creamy and spot on, espeiclaly with a multitude of pita acting like a toasty vehicle into my belly. 3) Tabouli: Well balanced and delicious With sizable portions and quick takeout turnaround, Aladdin's grants my wish every time. (insert cheesy Robin Williams/Disney pun here)
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Jen V.
I love Aladdin's! A few of us come about every other Monday after Yoga (around 9:00PM) and we have great service and healthy food options. We always start with the hummus and the veggie plate which is really good and they give a nice variety of veggies. The hummus comes with pita as a standard. Everything I have tried here is good but I generally get the Dawali appetizer (stuffed grape leaves), the dawali roll or the chicken hummus plate. All are excellent! Last night was the first time I tried their desserts; we had the cinnamon cheesecake... so so good! Definitely a good place to stop by if you are shopping around Crocker or like in our case, after a work out!
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Val V.
The place was full when we went! Good food. Nice ambience. Staff wad helpful. Looking forward to going back.
(4)
Amanda F.
Always amazing. Friendly staff, tranquil atmosphere, AWESOME food. The Westlake location is our favorite. Definite must try!
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Patch L.
I love the food here and the service is exceptional! They really know how to take care of their customers! Thank you Susie! I would recommend the Aladdin combo but everything on the menu is great!
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Shannon C.
Still haven't dined in, but their take out has been hitting the spot. I just place an order for a pita wrap and it's ready to be picked up in ten to fifteen minutes. I wouldn't mind dining in, the restaurant is clean and the staff are great, but my place is minutes from here. Usually there is a parking spot available in front of the restaurant. If not, the lot behind the store is a really short walk, if you park in the right place in the garage. I have had the falafel wrap, add garlic sauce and hot sauce (my fav from Dolce). I have to say, Dolce has them beat on this particular menu item. Their lamb pita roll wasn't bad, but mine had a lot of veggies and a little bit of meat. The veggies were too overpowering for me without the right ratio of meat. The Shistawook, with chicken, garlic sauce and veggies is something I would definitely order again. I always get a side of their housemade hot sauce which goes really nicely with this. Finally, the award for the best pita roll goes to.... (drum roll)... Aladdins Kabob Roll. Just beef and veggies with tahini sauce. Just a perfect pita roll, this one can do no wrong. Good luck getting out the door without indulging in some fresh cake (7 options), cheesecake (4 options), pastries, brownies or cookies. They are all displayed by the register and I can never resist. I have had the blueberry cassata cake (next), the Aladdins signature chocolate cake (fine) and my fav, baklava. Coming from a (half) Greek woman and a major Greek food snob, it's the best baklava I have had at a restaurant, ever.
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Thanasis P.
Quality is fine. Taste is terrible. At least for the items that I ordered. I had the hummus and the V-something soup. Hummus is nearly all tahini sauce. Cannot taste chickpeas at all. So if if you think hummus is synonymous with tahini sauce, that's the dish for you. This is not hummus, it is all fat and very bland. The V soup simply tasted like V8 canned juice. I know it was prepared fresh but the taste profile was atrocious. I love vegetables...this was one of the few times that I could not finish a plate of vegetables.
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Greg E.
a great little italian eatery in crock or park. every time i went there the service was excellent and fast. even ordering a pizza to split with my friend it was fast and an excellent amour of yummy tasty food. great place for a romantic dinner with your partner as well the atmosphere is perfect and the food is to die for
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Laura A.
They have a small amount of outside seating which is nice for people watching. I ordered the Aladdin falafel rolled for dinner which was delicious and vegetarian. Also had the berry smoothie and it was good. I did have to wait a bit for someone to take my order, maybe between 5-10 minutes, but they apologized and when the check came they had comped the smoothie. Overall very happy, even went back the next day for lunch.
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Address :151 Crocker Park Blvd
Westlake, OH, 44145
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Garage, Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Matt M.
Whenever I go there I get dissapointed! I used to go to Lakewood store all the time never had any problem!But this Crocker Park store it's very unprofessional and they always come up with excuses!they bring the wrong food you tell the waitress that's not what I ordered and they are like ohh sorry about that!but they still charge you at the end!I'm done with this store and I do not recommend to anybody!I even talked to store manager and she says so sorry come back again we will fix it!?!Why don't you fix it now?!how long will it take to get a glass of water when the half of the restaurant is empty?even for that they have an excuse!:))
(1)Bread Man S.
This is one special place: The food is always great and consistent. Bold flavors and well made to order food and plates. The choices are wide and every item is awesome. The service is wonderful and consistent. The hummus dip is amazing. The shawarma is done very well and fab. Love this place. Highly recommended.
(5)Jackie C.
YUM. hands down the best hummus and pita/veggie combo around. I got carryout for the first time and they were SPEEDY! my chicken wrap was super yummy and the sauce was AWESOME! i slabbed some hummus & hot sauce which made my taste buds shout with joy :) over awesome place, cant wait to go back and try something new!
(4)Jennifer R.
I have been to this location just once and I did not find it as good as others. Our waitress was not very attentive and clearly overwhelmed. The food was good, but the location in Mayfield Village is much better.
(3)Nick A.
Very friendly staff, great food. I really enjoy the outdoor seating. My favorite is Aladdin's Favorite Combo, because I have never been a fan of middle eastern food, but this just has great tasting food and makes you feel full even though it isn't a ton of food.
(4)Mik P.
Good tasting food. I had the lamb plate.
(3)Loopy S.
Meh, OK. I ordered the kebab pita wrap. The beef was a bit dry and tough. I also got the baba gannoush -- it was yummy. The fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice really hit the spot.. But I stopped mid bite, sitting at a back table that looked into the kitchen, when I saw a server open a cooler with peeled carrots and veggies, knock a carrot to the floor, and then nonchalantly putting it right back into bin of fresh carrots without rinsing or anything. Really? It made my stomach turn.
(2)Heather W.
I went to Aladdin's for lunch with coworkers. We shared the vegetarian combo. Delicious! Very fresh. Hummus, Tabouli, Falafel, Dawali - so good!! Then a coworker and I split a Fattoush salad. Tons of flavor and fresh. If you're in the area and looking for a place to eat, I would recommendation Aladdin's.
(4)Lizi C.
A pleasant surprise and I found out after the fact that there are multiple locations. The hummus was excellent, although the pita that came with it was uninspired. Tried the beef kofta which was well seasoned and would have been good but it was too salty which was unfortunate. My friend tried a couple of wraps, I think a chicken curry wrap of some sort and another type of chicken wrap. (sorry can't remember) both of which were good.
(4)Cheryl J.
Delicious grape leaves, hummus, tabouli! Now, the beef kafta deserves its own praise. So friggen good. I tried some of my friends and immediately regreted the wrap I ordered. The flavor was a homerun out of this world to friggen pluto. I honestly can't put into words how I really felt, but you get the idea I was pleased with it. Don't get me wrong though, my hummus and tabouli wrap was superb! For the price you get a good portion and I was able to take half of my wrap home for a walk down flavor town a second time! Service was speedy and pleasant and I enjoyed my entire experience! I honestly can't believe I haven't eaten here sooner. I love it!
(5)Murray R.
What is my wife thinking?? She gives this place 5 stars? She's the one in the bunny ears, btw. I HATE this food. Had it multiple times and I can honestly say it is probably the worst food I've eaten anywhere in Cleveland. A lamb pita thing that had no flavor and was tough as a shoe. A spinach and feta thing that had less crumbly white stuff than most letters sent to congress. And the spinach was a big wad of vinegary yuck. I don't know if this is the way the food is intended to reach the diner, or if it's just poor execution on the part of the staff. Either way, I loathe this entire chain. I LOVE Mediterranean food. Greek Village Grille and Somer's Diner(Greek owned and influenced I think) are two of my favorite places. And I like some of the local Middle Eastern restaurants. Aladdin's is the anti- Winking Lizard. A local chain that gets by on it's "local" tag, but really doesn't merit the praise. A haven for vegetarians? Yeah, I guess, whatever. I eat meat now and I think I'd rather eat my dog's canned food than ever eat at this bazaar of blah again.
(1)Tween C.
I'm a fan of Aladdin's; it is very good but, like any store or eatery, can have flaws. One of the flaws I noticed was the lack of checking up on the customer. I was out of water during the appetizer and I didn't get my cup refilled until she brought the check.
(4)Matt A.
Typical for the Aladdin's chain. The hummus at Aladdin's is amazing!
(4)Jessica W.
While I haven't been to Aladdin's since I started my GF diet, it has always been a place that everyone in the house could find something they liked to eat. I was a Pescetarian for a long while, and now my bro is a vegetarian. With their huge menu and tons of vegetarian options, this was a wonderful place to eat. My usual varied. For a long time it was the Aladdin's Falafel rolled, but then it was the Fatayer (spinich pie) appetizer with a side salad, no salata (I am not a big fan of raw tomato). More recently it was the Turkey rolled or the Chicken Curry Rolled. Sadly, none of these are now options for me given my condition, but I can tell you that they are all very delicious. Aladdin's has some wonderful soups that are very filling, huge salads, and yummy smoothies with fresh squeezed juices, fruits, and fat free yogurt. They have Pitzas with various Mediterranean flairs, and lots of plates that include a salad as part of the dish. Not everything is healthy, but you can generally find something for every taste. And if you can save room for desert, do. They have a huge case of giant tortes, cheesecakes, and bombs, but they also have an assortment of backlavas and homemade cookies.
(4)Teri W.
I've traveled through Syria, Egypt, and Lebanon, and while I''m not holding anything at Aladdin's to that standard, the menu's just too overpriced and mainstreamed. You'd be hard-pressed to find anything offensive on the menu, but just as unlikely to be blown away. Moreover, when I recently ordered the $14 lamb plate at Crocker Park, I got 3 solid chunks of lamb and 4 thin slices of mystery meat (did not taste like mutton). I'd actually recommend Kan-Zaman over Aladdin's, and there you can also get a fun, tawdry dose of Middle Eastern pop music.
(3)Terinee B.
Located right in Crocker Park. They have great food, inexpensive prices, and indoor and ourdoor seating. I would definitely go again!
(4)Lisa H.
This place is delicious for Middle Eastern food. I go in there at least 1x/week or 1x/ every other week (they know me by name now) haha. It's calming and relaxing atmosphere with plenty of good food. They have fun outdoor seating during the summer. I always get the shishkabob salad with aladdin's dressing- so Good!!...I also get their kibbie too. Their flavor savor plate is delicious too!! In addition to getting the shishkabob salad; I get the aladdin's side of plain rice. It's the best rice I have ever tasted. The tarazaki chicken salad is soo good too with grapes, pears, chicken, etc with honey mustard dressing. The best part of the experience is their dessert case (one of the best Tiramisu!!) In fact, everything I have eaten is delicious. It's a wonderful meshing of delicious exotic flavors and yummy goodness :)
(4)Magda M.
When I think of affordable, flavorful ethnic food options in Cleveland (whether on the west side or east side), I think of Aladdin's. I love all the delicious, interesting wraps available within the $5-7 price range. Shwarma rolls are always a great bet and I also love the salads here. Hummus is a must! For dessert, don't hesitate to get the Baklava. Stop by any of the Aladdin's Eateries if you are in Cleveland!
(4)Christie B.
I love Aladdin's! I go here at least a couple of times a month for lunch. It is a perfect lunch spot, but for dinner I would choose to go elsewhere or do takeout. The food is always very good. My favorite is the Flavor Savor Special. Their salads are also very good.
(4)Omar S.
Aladdin's Eatery serves amazing food that easily rivals any other Middle Eastern restaurant. That being said, I would prefer slightly larger portions. Also, their desser menu is great as are their assortment of drinks. Their juices are fresh-squeezed. I tried the apple juice and it was very very good. The waiters and waitresses are very nice as well. A good restaurant.
(4)Jen C.
Best. Hummus. Ever. Get the hot sauce on the side. I order this as my lunch with an ice-cold Diet Coke. Nothing better. Service is always solid, hostesses friendly.
(5)Tom J.
Good food. Great atmosphere. My fiancé and I frequent this place and never have gone wrong. They do buckle and dime you on drinks and sauces though.... It's always kind of annoying.
(4)Grace T.
Really delicious food! It's very fresh, tasty, and affordable. Three of the four of us at our table got the flavor savor plate. It's a great way to sample the grilled chicken and beef, and the falafel. The garlic sauce is a little different than what I'm use to in LA, but it was still delicious.
(5)Imran Q.
I had the tuna and falafel wrap. Both are amazing. If you're into seafood try the tuna. It's char-grilled tuna steak wrapped in their pita with some kick butt sauce. I'd skip their cakes but the food is great.
(3)Nicole S.
Aladdin's is honestly one of my favorite restaurants. Even though it is in Crocker Park, it is never so busy that it turns me away. The prices are pretty cheap and the portions are great! I can get an entire meal (appetizer, entree, dessert) for under $20. And it is always delicious! Everything is fresh and the flavors are full. Even my dad who usually hates Mediterranean food, loved the food here! The salad is great, the pita rolls are soooo good, and the dessert, wow. Just love, love, love everything I've ever eaten here.
(5)Mark G.
I've heard good things about the place from damn near everyone. In this case, the rumors proved to be true. This place rocks. The closest thing you will find to Zankou in Ohio. While it's not even on the same level as Zankou, it's still pretty awesome. This place also further proves my theory that every culture has their Heineken/Becks rip off. Almaza for the Lebanese, Presidente for the Dominicans, etc. Their hummus was tasty. Their Aladdin's house salad dressing was phenomenal. This is one of the greatest restaurants I've found around here that's for sure.
(5)Scott T.
This place rocks! I have never had a bad meal. Affordable, fresh tasty food. Good service and always great. Hummus is a must, don't forget the hot sauce. It's worth extra $.50. The chicken curry rolled is my fav. I get it every time and make my wife get something else to try. Enjoy.
(5)Mehul P.
Bust out your magic lamp, but don't just wish for amazing Mediterranean fare just yet. It already exists in some form at Aladdin's Eatery in Crocker Park. You'll be met with a nice dimly lit dining room that may be very busy depending on the time of day. But don't worry, I hear this cave of wonders does carry out too. We arrived for the dinner service and were promptly seated near the back of the room. The tables sat between single chairs and a long booth bench, the first major folly of Aladdin. We were seated between two other couples whose conversations were easily overheard. The guy across from me could have whispered sweet-nothings into his wife's ears and I don't need to hear all that baba ghanoush. A little privacy and less proximity would have helped. The service was good. Our waiter was a bit persistent, not really giving us a chance to see the menu fully before asking for our orders. But I understand that, you want to give good service, at least he was nice and accommodating about it. They were prompt and classy, clearly attentive to the dining experience. They brought the food without a hitch. We got a rolled pita wrap a piece. The falafel wrap was wholesome but we found the actual falafel ball/patty to be less crispy and chewy than what you may usually get. The hummus tabbouleh wrap was delicious though, the perfect amount of parsley and other veggies. The highlight was the hummus, creamy and flavorful. You can't go wrong with that hummus, among the best I've had. If I based the review solely on food, I'd say four stars. But there are some reservations. Here are my three wishes for Aladdin's Eatery. 1. Space out the tables. You don't need to be seated like a sultan, but at least don't make it feel as if you're in the bazaar. 2. Be liberal with the food. If you're dining in, ditch the wrapping paper for the rolled pitas. This place walks the fine line between a restaurant and fast food. 3. Variety, variety, variety. Much of the menu is a regurgitation. The food tastes great, but the same ingredients across multiple plates is not innovation. Aladdin's Eatery is certainly no diamond in the rough, but it is a rightful gem of Mediterranean food in the Crocker Park.
(3)Jnet L.
This may be my favorite place to eat. They have the best hummus ever. Paired with the fresh, warm pita, it can't be beat! Even though I live closest to the Lakewood location I prefer the Crocker Park location becausa it is right across from Sephora!
(5)John D.
Six of us, including two children, had lunch here on a Saturday and, I must say, we all loved this place. Ambiance & service were quite good, if a bit breezy and sterile, but the food was fantastic. We shared the baba, a nice smoky eggplant dish. I had the shishkebab rolled pita and a side salad with Aladdin's dressing - both excellent. I certainly recommend this place.
(4)Fermin B.
Yum! This place is awesome. The ambiance is totally like the disney film "Aladdin" with its huge middle eastern decor and mirrors. The colors work well too (red and gold). I would recommend this location in Crocker park. Me and my best friend were looking for a place to eat in Crocker park, and we didnt want to go to an overly flamboyant location or one that would cost too much money. Viengs, which is next door, foodwise, is not as good. We decided on Aladdins, though we both hadn't been there often. Sitting down, we were able to converse without having our voices echo throughout, even though the location wasn't that large. Our food was prepared quickly, and the server was really nice (and hot for that matter). For less that 10 bucks, I got a plate full of great food. And the best part...it tasted good. When I took a bite into my wrap of food (the contents of which I forget at the moment...lamb, corn, some secret sauce, rice, etc.) the flavors just burst. With the first bite. Like heaven. It was so good. Who knew? Pleasantly surprised, I would give this place 4 stars.
(4)Lynn S.
I love Aladdins. The food is affordable and tastes great. I love their wraps and the hummus. Good quick place to go before a movie.
(5)Rodney W.
It took me forever and a day, but I finally made it to Aladdin's to try some of their food. I ordered the Aladdin's Kabob Rolled. It consisted of char-grilled lean beef tenderloin topped with grilled tomatoes, green peppers, onions, greens, turnips, pickles, and Tahini Yogurt dressing, rolled in a pita. The beef was moist and I didn't have to gnaw threw it. I was able to sever the soft meat with one bite. It was really really tasty and I want another one. Can someone get me one? I'm kind of hungry. I'll be back again!
(4)Sigmund V.
Outstanding! One of the best Mediterranean meals I have had. Great service and the food comes quick.
(5)J. H.
Highlights from our recent Saturday lunch visit: 1. Despite being the first people in the restaurant, our server did not appear at our table for almost 10 minutes. 2. My lamb wrap was relatively devoid of meat, and 3. My wife found a hair in our felafel. Suffice it to say, we'll go elsewhere for Middle Eastern food.
(2)Alysia H.
Love the hummus with a side of hot sauce. I stick with the Flavor Saver and haven't been disappointed. I have been going since they have opened at Crocker Park and service has been okay - seems like lately they have had turnover. But quality of food is always consistent. I gotten take out quite a few times and have always gotten what i ordered - no missing items and packaged well.
(5)Tom B.
Aladdin's is a Cleveland landmark. Whenever I'm back in town, it's on the list of places to hit. The hot sauce is absolutely delicious, and should be applied to everything from falafel to shwarma. The Westlake location sells beer and wine. The most amazing thing is how long this place has been around. I can't imagine how difficult it must have been to get Cleveland on the vegetarian Lebanese food kick back in the day!
(5)Bobby B.
Love the food here. The location is perfect in conjunction to where I live. A little outdoor patio is a nice addition as well. The pricing is fair. Service here at this location as of yesterday was subpar. Young kid, nice enough, but SLOW as all get out! Tables that came in after us received their food well before we did. They give you pita bread as they say "to munch on" so I ask for hot sauce, TEN MINUTES later it was finally brought out. I say that the Lakewood location runs circles around this location.
(3)Mark S.
My wife and I have eaten at Aladdins at Crocker Park numerous times. This is my first review though. The experiences have all been good. Our most recent visit was probably the best one yet. The waitress was very nice. I believe her name was Alex or Alexcs. She answered all of my wifes menu questions. We had the The Tawook salads. They were very fresh and nice sized portion. One of the managers (I believe her name is Caitlyn) checked on us and was very nice. The only recommendation I would have is the ability to have a beer or glass of wine outside. But I understand it is a city ordinance that you need a gate or fence outside. Very good experience. We will be back!
(4)Pat W.
This is the Westlake location. This is a smaller local Ohio chain and if you like Mediterranean food is always a good choice. I have eaten at this location different times. Compared to the other locations in Cleveland (and Columbus and Toledo), this appears to be one of the the best locations, and the others are pretty good with exception of the Bagley road location in/near Middleburg Heights. The coffee is usually fresher as well as the food. The deaserts are enticing and normally delicious. This location is at the Promenade mall so it is a great place for a snack as there are many appetizers or a full meal.
(4)Precious R.
I've been to the Aladdin's in Middleburg Heights a couple times but, it doesn't compare to this one in Westlake. The service & the food is great! The chicken shawarma rolled pita is one of my favorites. A new favorite of mine is the chicken pitza. Make sure to leave room for dessert because they have some amazing decedent cakes. Such a great place for lunch & for a light-ish dinner.
(5)Easy C.
I had an early lunch at Aladdin's today before flying home, and was pretty impressed. I let them know that I needed to catch a flight, and they assured me that I would have time to eat there. My order was taken promptly-- I ordered the vegetarian appetizer sampler with a rolled pita, which was plenty of food for lunch and enough to take in a box for second lunch. Everything was great--- lots of flavor, perfect falafels, and good potions. Highly recommended for anyone looking for something a little different.
(5)Tina C.
So many different feel good options. The Lebanese Salata with Quinoa is perfect- the quinoa soaks up the dressing and it is delicious. The mujadara is another favorite (but I usually get the fried onions on the side). If you want to try many things at once order the flavor savor (rice, salad, chicken, kafta, hummus and falafel). Always save room for dessert- at least the chocolate caramel pecan cookie.
(5)Amanda B.
Two things that bring me back to Aladdin's again and again: the lamb and the garlic sauce. Lamb rolled, lamb salad, the lamb plate. Love 'em all. The garlic sauce is so garlicky it almost burns your tongue...and I love it. If I'm not ordering lamb, I'll get the Greek Pitza, which is kind of like a Greek Salad on top of a crispy pita. The hummus is usually pretty good too, although last time it was lacking flavor. I'm all about tons of garlic and herbs when it comes to hummus, though. Typically service is pretty quick, but I can't say that's been consistent either. The dessert case displays many tempting options, the best one I've had is the carrot cake. Had the coconut cake last week and it was for sure a day or two old. Overall I like Aladdin's because it's a relatively cheap option in Crocker Park and I've never had to wait for a table. And the lamb...mmmm.
(3)Debra S.
Placed a $167 lunch order for the office today. They forgot to include one of our drinks and the salad orders were sub par. We order from this restaurant frequently! The lettuce was wilted and just looked old and tired. We spoke to the manager on duty...Jordon and expressed our disappointment. She said, yes we saw the drink as soon as you picked up the order...didn't call us...nothing pro-active to fix the problem. Regarding the salads..."sorry you were disappointed, is there anything else you want"! There are MANY Mediterranean style restaurants on the west side that will get our lunch orders that understand that keeping an existing customer is far less expensive than attracting new customers.
(2)Nicole W.
When I find myself with an empty fridge or full of laziness while staying at my brother's house in Bay Village, we often turn to Aladdin's. And I'll echo Shannon C - their takeout definitely hits the spot! You won't find anything over the top on their menu - just fresh, well put together wraps, salads and platters. Some standouts include... 1) Falafel wrap: Big in size and flavor, even more so when you add a touch of the spicy garlic sauce. The falafel is a tad dry, so you may want to invest in a bit of hummus to stack the deck in your favor. 2) Hummus: Creamy and spot on, espeiclaly with a multitude of pita acting like a toasty vehicle into my belly. 3) Tabouli: Well balanced and delicious With sizable portions and quick takeout turnaround, Aladdin's grants my wish every time. (insert cheesy Robin Williams/Disney pun here)
(4)Jen V.
I love Aladdin's! A few of us come about every other Monday after Yoga (around 9:00PM) and we have great service and healthy food options. We always start with the hummus and the veggie plate which is really good and they give a nice variety of veggies. The hummus comes with pita as a standard. Everything I have tried here is good but I generally get the Dawali appetizer (stuffed grape leaves), the dawali roll or the chicken hummus plate. All are excellent! Last night was the first time I tried their desserts; we had the cinnamon cheesecake... so so good! Definitely a good place to stop by if you are shopping around Crocker or like in our case, after a work out!
(4)Val V.
The place was full when we went! Good food. Nice ambience. Staff wad helpful. Looking forward to going back.
(4)Amanda F.
Always amazing. Friendly staff, tranquil atmosphere, AWESOME food. The Westlake location is our favorite. Definite must try!
(5)Patch L.
I love the food here and the service is exceptional! They really know how to take care of their customers! Thank you Susie! I would recommend the Aladdin combo but everything on the menu is great!
(5)Shannon C.
Still haven't dined in, but their take out has been hitting the spot. I just place an order for a pita wrap and it's ready to be picked up in ten to fifteen minutes. I wouldn't mind dining in, the restaurant is clean and the staff are great, but my place is minutes from here. Usually there is a parking spot available in front of the restaurant. If not, the lot behind the store is a really short walk, if you park in the right place in the garage. I have had the falafel wrap, add garlic sauce and hot sauce (my fav from Dolce). I have to say, Dolce has them beat on this particular menu item. Their lamb pita roll wasn't bad, but mine had a lot of veggies and a little bit of meat. The veggies were too overpowering for me without the right ratio of meat. The Shistawook, with chicken, garlic sauce and veggies is something I would definitely order again. I always get a side of their housemade hot sauce which goes really nicely with this. Finally, the award for the best pita roll goes to.... (drum roll)... Aladdins Kabob Roll. Just beef and veggies with tahini sauce. Just a perfect pita roll, this one can do no wrong. Good luck getting out the door without indulging in some fresh cake (7 options), cheesecake (4 options), pastries, brownies or cookies. They are all displayed by the register and I can never resist. I have had the blueberry cassata cake (next), the Aladdins signature chocolate cake (fine) and my fav, baklava. Coming from a (half) Greek woman and a major Greek food snob, it's the best baklava I have had at a restaurant, ever.
(4)Thanasis P.
Quality is fine. Taste is terrible. At least for the items that I ordered. I had the hummus and the V-something soup. Hummus is nearly all tahini sauce. Cannot taste chickpeas at all. So if if you think hummus is synonymous with tahini sauce, that's the dish for you. This is not hummus, it is all fat and very bland. The V soup simply tasted like V8 canned juice. I know it was prepared fresh but the taste profile was atrocious. I love vegetables...this was one of the few times that I could not finish a plate of vegetables.
(1)Greg E.
a great little italian eatery in crock or park. every time i went there the service was excellent and fast. even ordering a pizza to split with my friend it was fast and an excellent amour of yummy tasty food. great place for a romantic dinner with your partner as well the atmosphere is perfect and the food is to die for
(5)Laura A.
They have a small amount of outside seating which is nice for people watching. I ordered the Aladdin falafel rolled for dinner which was delicious and vegetarian. Also had the berry smoothie and it was good. I did have to wait a bit for someone to take my order, maybe between 5-10 minutes, but they apologized and when the check came they had comped the smoothie. Overall very happy, even went back the next day for lunch.
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