El Harissa Market Cafe – Mediterranean
El Harissa Market Cafe serves as a vibrant crossroads of Mediterranean flavor, where the air is perfumed with the pungent aroma of garlic toum and roasted peppers. A colorful tapestry of silken dips and zesty spreads—from the smoky depths of zaalouk to the bright, citrusy notes of whipped feta—invites guests to linger over communal plates in a space that captures the soulful energy of a sun-soaked North African bazaar.
1516 North Maple Road, Ann Arbor https://elharissa.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, vegan, vegetarian, low-carb, pescatarian, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, gerd, south-beach, volumetrics, tlc, alkaline, zone, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Tuesday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the outstanding food quality and fresh, well-seasoned dishes that consistently leave guests feeling satisfied. Celebrated for its cozy atmosphere and polite service, the experience is praised for its welcoming environment and high standards that keep visitors returning for repeat visits.
Menu
Appetizers and Dips
- Hummus - $8: Chickpeas, tahini, extra virgin olive oil, lemon, garlic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Toum - $6.5: Bold, creamy garlic spread
- Harissa Dip - $6.5: Tunisian harissa, EVOO, spices, sweet roasted red pepper
- Tzatziki - $7.5: Cucumber, yogurt sauce, dill, mint, sumac
- Zaalouk - $7.5: Fire-roasted eggplant, sauteed tomatoes, onion, parsley, Moroccan Ras el Hanout Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mama Houria - $7.5: Tunisian-spiced carrot spread, garlic, lemon, EVOO, harissa Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Muhammara - $8: Roasted red peppers, Aleppo pepper, sumac, toasted walnuts, shredded coconut, blueberries, pomegranate molasses Available at: dinner, lunch
- Skordalia - $7.5: Garlicky potatoes, Ethiopian Berbere spices, smoked paprika Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whipped Feta Blanco - $7.5: Feta spread, Kalamata olives, capers Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whipped Feta Rosso - $7.5: Feta spread, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted peppers, fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Grape Leaves - $5: Seasoned rice, onion, grape leaves Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Stews
- Moroccan Lentil Soup - $8.5: Red and green lentils, spices, herbs, kale, mirepoix vegetables Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lablabi - $12.5: Chickpea stew, lentils, kale, onions, warm spices Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Maghrebi Harissa Chili - $9.5: Ground beef, Harissa spices, chickpeas, lentils, black beans, peppers, vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Tabboulah - $7.5: Parsley, vegetables, quinoa, lemony sumac dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tunisian Salad - $7.5: Bell peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, pickled red onions, minty harissa dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carthage Salad - $15.5: Mixed greens, poached figs, pomegranate seeds, dates, Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, chickpea croutons, fig mint balsamic dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $15.5: Mixed greens, feta, grapes, Kalamata olives, pickled red onion, cherry tomato, chickpeas, herby vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sun Salad - $16: Mixed greens, fennel-roasted sweet potato, spiced lentils, dates, feta, pomegranate, toasted almonds, tahini green curry dressing Dietary tags: Mediterranean, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Tunisian Egg Tagine - $12: Egg pie, potato, roasted peppers, spinach, feta, parmesan, mozzarella, herbs Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna Bolognese - $13: Beef, tomato basil sauce, parmesan, ricotta, mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna Verde - $12.5: Vegetables, tomato basil sauce, parmesan, ricotta, mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacalao Fish Pie - $12.5: Salt cod, tilapia, sardine, carrots, leeks, spiced whipped potatoes Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Chermoula w/ Rice - $10.5: Brined chicken, rice, herby garlicky lemony Chermoula sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tagine - $17.5: Chicken thigh, spinach, green olives, preserved lemon, onion, jalapeño, ginger, rice or couscous Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Root Vegetable & Date Tagine - $17: Carrot, parsnip, potato, caramelized onion, pomegranate molasses, Medjool dates, preserved lemon, rice or couscous Available at: dinner, lunch
- Merguez Meatballs - $10: Lamb and beef meatballs, onions, herbs, tomato sauce, saffron rice or couscous Available at: dinner, lunch
- Berber Terrine du Poulet - $14: Ground chicken cake, potatoes, green onions, eggs, fenugreek, curry spices, citrusy coconut curry sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Spice Roasted Mushrooms - $10.5: Silver Dollar mushrooms, rice and chickpea flour, olive oil, North African spice blend, Harissa Dip Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spice Roasted Cauliflower - $11: Cauliflower florets, rice and chickpea flour, North African spice blend, Harissa Dip Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mujadara Rice - $8: Spiced green lentils, rice, caramelized golden onions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Black Tea and Saffron Rice Pudding - $5.5: Oat milk, cardamom black tea, saffron, raisins, pistachios, toasted almonds, rose petals Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Baklava - $5: Phyllo pastry with nuts and honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Basbousa - $3.5: Semolina flour cake, cardamom, rose water, almonds, coconuts, lime Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Gelato - Mini - $4: Assorted flavors Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
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