Cafe Baladi – Middle Eastern
Cafe Baladi invites guests into a warm, sun-drenched sanctuary where the comforting aromas of slow-simmered tomatoes and toasted spices evoke the heart of a traditional Levantine kitchen. Velvety swirls of hummus and herb-flecked shanklish set the stage for soul-warming plates of tender loubieh bzeit and succulent lamb shanks that pull effortlessly from the bone. Each bite captures a sense of rustic elegance, blending time-honored recipes with a welcoming spirit that turns a simple meal into a rich, communal celebration.
Lancaster Avenue +16105760099 https://cafebaladirestaurant.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, halal, mediterranean, sugar-free, pescatarian, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, whole30, paleo, low-sodium, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, low-fodmap, renal, aip, mayo-clinic, pegan, macrobiotic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its remarkable consistency over dozens of repeat visits, guests value this destination as a reliable choice for a straightforward family lunch. Reviewers highlight the dependable atmosphere and a dining experience that steadily meets expectations, making it a go-to spot for those seeking a familiar and predictable meal.
Menu
Special of the Day
- Loubieh Bzeit (Plain) - $13.99: Typical Lebanese green beans stew with fresh tomato. Served with rice or pita bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loubieh Bzeit (Chicken) - $17.99: Typical Lebanese green beans stew with fresh tomato. Served with rice or pita bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loubieh Bzeit (Lamb or Beef) - $18.99: Typical Lebanese green beans stew with fresh tomato. Served with rice or pita bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bone-in Lamb Shank - $34.99: Oven Roasted bone-in Lamb Shank marinated with our Lebanese spices and fresh mint, served over our typical butter rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Starters
- Hummus - $8.99: Chickpeas dip, seasoned with tahini, olive oil, garlic and lemon, (served with pita chips) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shanklish - $10.99: Homemade cheese, served on a bed of small chopped tomatoes and onions, topped with olive oil and zaatar. (Contains sesame seeds) Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baba Ghanoush - $8.99: Roasted eggplant dip, seasoned with tahini, garlic, lemon and olive oil, (served with pita chips) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus with Beef - $11.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus with Lamb - $11.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Kibbeh (3 pieces) - $9.99: Bulgur wheat and meat dough, stuffed with ground beef, onion and Lebanese spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baladi Sampler (Falafel) - $12.99: 2 pieces of falafel, sampler of hummus, garlic labneh and baba ghanoush Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baladi Sampler (Beef Kibbeh) - $14.99: 2 pieces of beef kibbeh, sampler of hummus, garlic labneh and baba ghanoush Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel (3 pieces) - $3.99: Fried chickpeas balls, seasoned with herbs and Lebanese spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fatayer (2 pieces) - $6.99: Baked homemade dough, stuffed with spinach, onions and spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Fatayer (2 pieces) - $6.99: Baked homemade dough, stuffed with spinach, onions, cheese and spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sfiha (2 pieces) - $7.99: Baked homemade dough, stuffed with ground lamb, chopped tomatoes and onions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Pita Wraps
- Shawarma Djej - $14.99: Chicken pita wrap with tomato, pickles and garlic sauce. Served with french fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shawarma Lahme - $15.99: Beef pita wrap with tomato, onion, parsley, pickles and tahini sauce. Served with french fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shawarma Ghanam - $15.99: Lamb pita wrap with tomato, onion, parsley, pickles and tahini sauce. Served with french fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shawarma Mix - $15.99: Lamb, beef and chicken pita wrap with tomato, onion, parsley, pickles and tahini sauce. Served with french fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kaftah Pita Wrap - $14.99: Baked ground lamb with herbs and Lebanese spices, tomato, pickles and hummus. Served with french fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sojok Pita Wrap - $14.99: Baked spicy ground lamb with tomatoes, pickles and garlic sauce. Served with french fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chimi Pita Wrap - $11.5: French fries, tomato, pickles, cabbage salad and ketchup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Pita Wrap - $12: Falafel, tomato, lettuce, parsley, pickles and tahini sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falapapa Pita Wrap - $12: Falafel, french fries, tomato, pickles and garlic sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Platters
- Green Platter - $14.99: 4 pieces of falafel, your choice of hummus or Baba ghanoush, served with tabbouleh salad. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellow Platter - $18.99: Chicken shawarma meat, fattoush, french fries and garlic sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Platter - $19.99: Your choice of beef or lamb shawarma meat, tabbouleh and your choice of hummus or baba ghanoush Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mjadarah (Falafel) - $14.99: Cinnamon rice cooked with lentils, served with salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mjadarah (Chicken) - $18.99: Cinnamon rice cooked with lentils, served with salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mjadarah (Lamb or Beef) - $19.99: Cinnamon rice cooked with lentils, served with salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shishtawook - $20.99: 2 Grilled chicken skewers, served with pita bread, and your choice of french fries, rice or salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Tabbouleh - $11.99: Finely chopped tomatoes, parsley and onions, soak bulgur wheat, seasoned with lemon, olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fattoush - $11.99: Chopped lettuce, tomato, cucumber, radish and parsley, with our dressing with lemon, olive oil. pomegranate molasses and fried pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tahini Salata - $11.99: Chopped lettuce, tomato, parsley, cucumber and radish, seasoned with lemon, olive oil, salt and tahini sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Tahini Salata - $16.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Tahini Salata - $16.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tahini Salata - $15.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Tahini Salata - $14.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Rice (16 oz) - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sauce - $0.85
Kids Menu
- Homemade Chicken Tenders with French Fries - $8.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tender Junior Pita Wrap - $8.99: Chicken tenders, tomato, pickles and your choice of sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Batata Wrap - $8.99: French fries, tomato, pickles and hummus Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Homemade Baklawa (3 pieces) - $7.99: Traditional Lebanese sweet, made of phyllo dough, mixed nuts and rose water syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Ashta Cake - $7.99: Rose water cake with ashta on top (Homemade cream), orange blossom syrup and topped with mixed nuts (optional) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Homemade Ice Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Lebanese Products
- Tahini (1 Lb) - $9
- Pita Bread Bag - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fava Beans Can - $2.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Najjar Coffee (200 g) - $6
- Abido 7 Mixed Spices (100 g) - $5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Abido Cumin (80 g) - $3.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Chai (400 g) - $8.5
- Labneh (16 oz) - $5.99 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Orange Blossom (500 ml) - $5
- Rose Water (350 ml) - $3.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Cucumber Pickles (24.66 oz) - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Olives El Koura (36 oz) - $9 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Za’atar (400 g) - $8 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
Frequently Asked Questions about Cafe Baladi
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed diets with vegan Loubieh Bzeit, keto Shanklish, gluten-free Labneh, and high-protein Shawarma Ghanam for group dining.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant is ideal for casual dining, offering a reliable atmosphere for straightforward family lunches and predictable meals.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include loubieh bzeit with lamb, bone-in lamb shanks, hummus with beef, shanklish, and beef kibbeh.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers good value as a reliable, consistent destination for straightforward family lunches and predictable Middle Eastern meals.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Cafe Baladi is unique for its remarkable consistency and dependable atmosphere, offering a predictable family dining experience with traditional Levantine dishes.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Cafe Baladi is currently operational, offering Middle Eastern cuisine for family lunches and dining at their physical location and website.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data for Cafe Baladi does not include the specific number of reviews.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Cafe Baladi specializes in authentic Middle Eastern and Levantine cuisine, featuring traditional dishes like loubieh bzeit, hummus, and lamb shanks.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Experience this restaurant as a reliable, budget-friendly destination for a straightforward family lunch featuring consistent Middle Eastern dishes like lamb shanks.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Cafe Baladi is a budget-friendly ($) Middle Eastern restaurant, offering an affordable dining experience for families and individuals.
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