Phoenix, AZ
For Middle Eastern in Phoenix, the local food press points to Haji-Baba, Middle Eastern Bakery and Deli, and Pars Persian Cuisine. Picks from Phoenix New Times, updated July 2026.
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Haji-Baba · Tempe
A longtime Tempe institution near ASU, Haji-Baba serves some of the most affordable Middle Eastern food in the Valley, from a shish kabob sandwich to chicken shawarma and falafel wraps. The attached market lets you shop for groceries on the way out, and the low prices keep the lunch crowd coming.
Middle Eastern Bakery and Deli · Phoenix
Part bakery, part deli counter on North 16th Street in Phoenix, this spot turns out fresh-baked pita alongside shish kabob and baba ghanouj, drawing a mixed crowd of grocery shoppers and lunch regulars looking to fill a bag and grab a plate.
Pars Persian Cuisine · Scottsdale
Pars, in Scottsdale, leans into what may be the fluffiest rice in town and puts real thought into vegetarian and vegan Persian dishes alongside the usual kabob-forward meat plates, making it a rare all-diet-friendly stop in the genre and a reliable choice for mixed groups.
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