This is definitely some of the BEST Middle Eastern in the city!! The lemon lentil soup is a MUST- one of my favorite soups of all time!! Their hummus & tabouli is DELISH- with the perfect combination of garlic and lemon, and the red pepper hummus is awesome, this my "go to place" for these dishes. I also LOVE the spinach pie, salmon and super falafel sandwich. Surprisingly, I don't love the Shwarma here. read more

Anita's Kitchen has been on my Top 10 list for years, recommended every chance I get starting in 2006. Primarily for the lamb chops, it wasn't just a meal...it was an experience. I last went to enjoy the lamb chops in 2018? I returned recently only to be disappointed. No lamb chops on the menu. So my new dilemma is...where do I go for the best lamb chops in all of the continental US??? read more

ate there 7/27/20023 just had appetizers and the food we had was good... did not eat dinner items but heresay says the dinner items aere very small portions... reason for this is, if you walk with a cane or have handicaped problems this is not a place for you...when it is busy or other wise it can be dangerous...(getting in and around the restaurant) also unless you get get one of the few parking spots in front there i not any parking but there is a city parking lot pretty close by. there is also 3-4 spots in back but no way to get into the restaurant which they should try to correct but for those spots and the city parking area.. norman schwartz read more

This place is pretty damn good -- one of my favorite Mediterranean places in the area. I tend to get the falafel sandwich and fries -- simple as shit -- but yesterday I got *that* (because I'm simple as shit) with a side of cauliflower and zip sauce and grilled vegetables. I've ordered from AK 4 or 5 times since COVID started, and it's always been stupidly good and consistent. The falafel sandwich on its own at $7 is an okay value, but adding fries for $4.50 makes it a full-on meal. The cauliflower isn't battered and appears flash-fried, but with the zip sauce (which is very much like a buffalo sauce) is pretty damn addicting. Salty, vinegary goodness. The side of grilled vegetables sounds stupidly uninteresting, but grilled veggies just hit different... so damn good. The fries don't have anything inherently special about them, but it's tough to find a fry I don't like. ‍ In the past, I've gotten their lemon lentil soup, and it's a trip. Then again, I'm just all about lemon anything in soup. Sorry for the review being a bit messy, but alcohol will do that to a man. Vegans looking for some good ass food, consider Anita's. I still think 2941 is the best around, but Anita's is close and pretty damn ass delicious themselves. read more

Terrible hostesses. Hostess could not read their own writing, so never text, called or yelled name. Simply pretended we didn't exist,crossed our name off and moved on. When confronted they said could not read their OWN writing. No apologies, nothing. Open tables, still would not seat us. Will never go there again. P.s. no a/c, bar tender sweating, flies all over the place read more

Great service and the food was good and interior isa modern decor. I really wasn't sure what I was in for but I was happily surprised. I sat the bar and the bartender was attentive and gave suggestions. I stayed with the appetizers as I'm vegetarian and that filled me up. My friend who suggested it Anita's had the lamb and loved it. I just wish they had some of the main dishes vegetarian or a meat substitutes. read more

Our favorite go to spot for Mediterranean ! Servers are always so nice and the kabobs are delicious!!! The patio is great for summer evenings read more

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Delicious chicken shawarma sandwiches and hummus! I also ordered a spiked lemonade, but honestly it didn't taste like there was any alcohol in it...sadly, so who actually knows. But the food was awesome! Will definitely be back when I'm in the area! read more

Anita's Kitchen - Chicken Shawarma Sandwich - Lebanese Near Me - Ferndale, Michigan

Overall it was ok. When I first arrived the hostess acted as though she never saw me walk in the door. She was speaking with someone, but as they've done in many of the other restaurants I've been to; when she made eye contact she could've said I'll be right with you. Nope not the case at all. The food was good but didn't taste like authentic Lebanese food to me. Our waitress Holly wasn't horrible but she wasn't very personable. She recommended the Blueberry Apple Sangria so I ordered it. But they put so much ice in it, it tasted like flavored water. When I sent it back she seemed highly agitated. I ordered wine instead and she said if you don't like that they're not gonna take it off. The atmosphere is lively and the decor is very eye catching! Overall it was average and definitely not work what the bill was. I probably wouldn't pay a return visit or recommend it. read more

Highly recommend foods always good and fairly priced. Service is equally good as the food.

The gyro meat is disgusting. Tastes like the fake flame grilled flavor from Burger King. Garlic paste is kind of bland. The salads were good. read more

This place never disappoints. Being gluten free in metro Detroit is exhausting and this place is comfort, reliable, healthy, clean, unique, fresh and delicious. The grape leaves are my absolute favorite but honestly, I can't think of anything I don't like there except the coffee. The Joe's wings are so delicious. The chopped salad is even exceptional. I just keep finding myself back there. I've never had bad service or even a bad takeout experience. read more

Have you ever been watching someone else eat and ask yourself if it's inappropriate to steal a bite?

Food is always delicious and fresh! Staff friendly. Lexi very accommodating and knowledgeable of food and drinks. read more

Anita's Kitchen - Money B Salad , spiked lemonade, Buffalo wings - Lebanese Near Me - Ferndale, Michigan

Anita's Kitchen, oh how I wish I could bring you home with me! If there's one thing from Anita's that I will include in my list of things to eat before I die, it's their Kibbeh Nyeh. Its lamb tartare (aka raw, uncooked meat) served with onions, pita bread, and olive oil on the side. But man, the flavors of this dish were amazing and I still have dreams of eating this. Another stand out dish was their lamb chops. These were perfectly cooked and seasoned. The tabbouIeh salad was an amazing side to this dish. I almost wanted to steal the lamb and tabbouleh from my bf but that would have been mean. The mixed grill is a good option for those who want to try a little bit of everything. It comes with a shish, kafta and tawook kebabs. My favorites were the shish and kafta kebabs. I thought the tawook (which was chicken) was a little dry and alright but definitely go with either beef or lamb. I'm looking foward to coming back to Anita's Kitchen during my next visit to get my Kibbeh Nyeh fix! read more

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This is definitely my favorite Mediterranean restaurant. The service was just ok this particular day but the front door staff were very nice and friendly. I tried the 3 meat, which was really good. The steak was a little over done and tough which is usually the case with pieces so small. I assume they cook cube steak or steak chunks instead cooking an entire steak and then cutting it up. The chicken and lamb were however very good and the bean soup is awesome, I look forward to coming here again read more

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Anita's Kitchen is the best! You can taste the love and passion they have for serving the freshest, most Authentic Lebanese cuisine in southeast Michigan in everything on the menu. From the super tasty Fattoush, fresh tabouleh, and THE best hummus ever! I've been going to Anita's since they opened and have never been disappointed. The staff is friendly, and the service is second to none. Their chicken dishes are superb and always flavored perfectly with just the right amount of garlic, lemon and spices. Try the Kababs or Deboned Chicken. Same for the lamb chops. The cuts are cooked to arrive juicy and tender, yet slightly charred just on the edges for that perfect grilled flavor. You can never go wrong with the Shawarma sandwich. Chicken or lamb. The falafel is the best I've ever had and when eaten in a pita wrap sandwich with all the fixings it's to die for. I cannot go there without getting the grape leaves. Delicious! And if you are an ice tea drinker try the refreshing mint flavored ice tea. It's unsweetened, but I never miss the sugar as the mint does the trick without the extra calories. The well lit ambiance during the day adds to the energy of this awesome restaurant. They have a really good selection of wines and beer as well. Deciding to go eat at Anita's is a no brainer. They've been making their middle eastern food for decades from Anita's original family recipes. I'm completely addicted. You will not be disappointed. read more

Anita's has been recommended to me for a very long time and I really wish I had checked it out sooner. What I wasn't told is that they serve raw kibbeh here, which is my absolute favorite food, and before finding it in my area I had to travel to Al Ameer for it. The kibbeh was great, though being asked for a spice level was very foreign to me. I tried spicy, being an enjoyer of spicy food, but I think traditionally it wouldn't have any heat and going back I would definitely not go that route, though it was worth trying. Everything was great here, including meat, grape leaves, hummus, and fresh pressed juice. Will definitely be back soon! read more

Anita's Kitchen - Lebanese Near Me - Ferndale, Michigan

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Food was delicious atmosphere was eclectic we really enjoyed the cocktails, & food overall had a wonderful night. Menu has really changed over the years. I hadn't been there in quite a while and I was very pleasantly surprised of the variety and upbeat menu. definitely going back again soon. read more

This place never misses Appreciate all the staff and the atmosphere and food are amazing

Anita's Kitchen hit all the right notes - good service, good ambiance, and good decor. A gal pal and I visited after work and before our improv class at nearby Michigan Actors Studio. GP had the chicken shawarma dinner and I had the special - stuffed koosa, which are tiny yellow squash stuffed with ground lamb and covered in a piquant tomato sauce. Boy, were they good! And Gal loved her shawarma, too. She let me try the hummus - yum! I don't get to Ferndale too often, but there's another Anita's Kitchen around the corner from me in downtown Detroit, and I will definitely be checking it out. read more

I've had Anita's on various occasions for carry out, and to be honest, I've always been underwhelmed compared to similar restaurants. Although Anita's is AMAZING at giving back to the community, which I truly appreciate, I often find their food very bland and dry. I could just be trying the wrong dishes, so I will definitely dine in and try them again. read more

Stopped here for lunch while visiting Detroit based on a recommendation from my mom. It was quiet and our server was super helpful in helping us select items from the menu. I would probably recommend everything off the menu. The food was fresh and prepared on the spot. I will definitely be stopping here again on my next visit back to Detroit. read more

Anita's Kitchen - Lebanese Near Me - Ferndale, Michigan

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Wow wow wow!!! This place will deliver an epic experience for your taste buds. Everything we had was bursting with flavor and a perfect amount of zing! We ordered the family pack of chicken shawarma. The meal came with chicken shawarma, brown rice, garlic sauce, hummus, salad w/ dressing, pickles, pita chips and pita. The real stars were the garlic sauce and the chicken. My husband and I can't stop talking about how delicious and fresh everything was. We're visiting from out of town but we will definitely be grabbing some more food from here before we head back home. What a gem of a place!! read more

This place is a winner from square-one. The food is colorful, light and tasty. I had the Chicken Feta Fattoush and it was superb! Appetizer for the table was the Humus Trio with plenty of bread for dipping (loved their Jalapeno hummus dip). Service was spot-on and the seating comfortable. Their covered patio is gorgeous, especially on a warm summer day. Throw in a slight breeze and it's the tops! Others at my table ordered the Chicken Shawarma entrée, the Mediterranean entrée, the Crushed Lentil Soup with stuffed Grape leaves, and finally one Beef Burger with fries. All reported the food was hot (where it was supposed to be) and delicious! Please give Anita's Kitchen=-Ferndale a try. You will not be sorry. I'm headed back with my wife (a 45-minute drive) to let her experience this gem. read more

Make sure that when you go here for curbside service you actually ask them where to pick up your food. I arrived for a curbside order, TALKED to a staff member for pick up about said order and was told they were bringing it out only to wait more than five minutes for someone to run out and tell me (without an apology for the confusion and inconvenience), that curbside can't be done in front of the building any longer. I have to go to the back. Why didn't the person who answered the phone when I called for my order tell me that? That would have been informative AND good customer service. read more

A few days ago my mom was dining here and stayed until closing. She accidentally left her purse and couldn't come back until the following day to pick it up. When the staff here returned it to her she had $250 missing from her wallet. The manager said he didn't know anything about it and claimed the cameras aren't working. It's possible that another customer took the money but the staff's reluctance to help and dismissive nature about the cameras tells me that they're lying. Either way we won't be returning. read more

Anita's is always a solid choice for me living in Ferndale! The hummus is so yummy and the gf tahini brownies are delicious whether you're gf or not! The patio is a lovely place to eat in the summer and the takeout has never disappointed me. read more

Anita's Kitchen - Omega Bowl to go - Lebanese Near Me - Ferndale, Michigan

The hype did not disappoint!!! We have eaten here three times so far via delivery. The food (and experience) have been amazing every time. I have been getting salmon with rice, veggies and hummus and the fish is cooked perfectly every time. My husband has gotten the chicken shawarma sandwich and loved it!!! The fries are perfectly seasoned, the tea is amazing and I find myself craving this DAILY. On top of that, our food is always ready on time and is always hot!!! Do yourself a favor and eat here ASAP. read more

Anita's Kitchen - Salmon meal and pickled veggies - Lebanese Near Me - Ferndale, Michigan

I came here for the shawarma years ago and was hooked. Now that I eat plant-based, I can rely on their delicious garlic, hummus, mujadara, falafel and salads. read more

My sister had always talked about how great Anita's Kitchen was. I always assumed it was an overpriced bougie wannabe of the no-frills mom-and-pop Middle Eastern places I knew and loved, based on its prime Woodward Ave location and a building design that fits in with the other trendy bars and restaurants in Ferndale. I was so wrong! I met my sister for dinner and we sat on the patio on a sunny summer day. We drank the fresh-squeezed lemonade and shared an assortment of all of our favorite Lebanese dishes. I realized that their great attention to design and detail doesn't mean that a business is inauthentic or inaccessible -- in fact, it's the complete opposite. My whole experience dining at Anita's felt like being a guest in the home of someone who takes pride in making their friends comfortable and happy. We sat among other families and friends having great food, conversation, and laughter. The dishes absolutely as authentic, delicious, and as reasonably priced as those no-frills places I was used to. If I lived in or near Ferndale, this would definitely be a go-to of mine and it is absolutely a place I recommend to others. read more

I like anitas a lot but it is a little expensive. I enjoy their grape leaves & tabouleh the most, you can get a pretty good combo meal, lots of food! read more

Anita's Kitchen is amazing. There are so many Middle-Eastern restaurants in metro Detroit, but for me, Anita's is just a step above. First, their HUMMUS is the BEST around. Seriously, I am a major hummus fan, I eat it all the time, and Anita's is just the best. I don't know what they do to make it taste so special, but it really stands out. It's absolutely perfect. My other favorite item is their salmon with the tahini dill sauce - yum! That tahini dill sauce is also something special. It's good on everything! (Especially the falafel) Order a side of it, you won't be disappointed. The chicken and lamb shawarma, grilled veggies, salads, dressing, everything is so fresh and on-point. Customer service is always great, and their catering is my favorite! Their baked goods are also impressive - the lemon tart they make is my jam. Their AK Baked trays are wrapped with a nice black and white string, and are great to take to parties or meetings. Whether you dine-in or carry-out, Anita's is the best! read more

I've been here at least 20 times over the last three years and it's safe to say that this is my favorite Lebanese restaurant ever! I love everything about it from the decor to the food, everything about this place is just pleasant as hell! And for it to be located on Woodward, they have a ton of places you can park like in front on Woodward that's metered, parking on the side street that's also metered and a lot in the back. The food here is amazing! It's extremely fresh, seasoned to perfection and never ever disappoints! My favorites from here are the spinach pie and mujadara (lentils, rice and onions - so so good!), but this time around for lunch I got the falafel plate and my friend got the chicken shawarma. I chose to get a cup of soup to start, something I hardly ever do but I'm so happy I did. They have a "Lemon Lentil" soup that I have fallen in love with! When I ate meat I used to get chicken lemon rice soup all the time from coney, and I think this is suppose to be a variation of that, which is just incredible. For my lunch plate I opted to have my falafel baked, which tasted way better than fried I think. The rice, hummus and tabouli were on point as usual and my friend loved his meal as well. We both cleaned our plates and got take out from Anita's the next night :) read more

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I have always had a pleasant dining experience at Anita's Kitchen. This time I opted for something different, the supreme falafel with tabouli and hoummous. My friend ordered the chicken feta fatoush salad (which I will order next visit). The chicken was plentiful and the salad is actually large enough to share. I also had the crushed lentil soup which was flavorful. read more

solid 4 stars. Never had a bad meal here. Falafel is just great. Pickles are textbook. It succeeds at what its goal is. Great food and will not disappoint. I only give it 4 and not 5 stars because if you look a little harder there are restaurants in Hamtramck that (sorry Anita) blow this out of the water. I love anita's. we are so lucky to live around detroit and be able to experience so much authentic food. Anitas is like the place that ferndalers who are scared of hamtramck go to get middle eastern food. Its yummy. Thanks anita's! I ate here yesterday. read more

Let me start by saying that all their dishes are authentic and prepared very well. The only reason I did not give them a 5 star rating was that the service was slow and our waiter was really inexperienced. He brought out our appetizers, left the table and did not bring any silverware to eat with! Literally had to find him to ask for silverware. So, to the owner or manger of the establishment, do a better job in training your wait staff. The food is definitely the star of the show here. We started with a Babaganush and a grape leaf appetizer. The grape leaves we cooked to perfection, not your ordinary grape leaves out of a can, but obviously home made with a nice mixture of rice and meat on the inside. This is served with some tabouli salad on the plate. The Baba was perfect with all the right textures and just spiced right. Even the Pita bread was nice and thin and most importantly fresh. The mixed grill bowl was grilled to perfection and it's obvious that all the meats were marinated. We had the Chicken, Kofta and Lamb kebabs (see photos). They also make a nice Turkish cafe to finish your meal. Would highly recommend for a great middle eastern food taste. I hope the do get better waiters though! read more

Anita's Kitchen - Mixed Grill served with Hummus and Tabuli! - Lebanese Near Me - Ferndale, Michigan

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This has been one of our favorite middle eastern places but thus time it was only a three star experience. It started with the server telling me I could not get a gin and tonic cause they don't have gin. Of course they do, but my server had never served anyone a drink of it. Ever. In 6 months. Ooook. We got chicken shish kebob and lamb shank. Our server didn't bring it out though, the manager on duty did. And she didn't stop to ask if we needed anything (extra garlic sauce for the chicken) till much later. Food was ok and server seemed confused, even though there were lots of wait staff on duty. Just wasn't as good as it has been before, all around. read more

Anita's never disappoints. I work at a sales office in Hazel Park and every single time we have a lunch meeting, Anita's is the go-to choice. We've ordered takeout at least 10 times, and they've never forgotten or messed up a single thing. Food is always consistently great and everyone from out of town always raves about their meal. Portions are generous and pricing is fair. I'm struggling to understand how anyone can leave lower than 4 stars. Order the shawarma bowl and thank me later. Absolutely delicious! read more

The best chicken shawarma ever here!!! The place is usually packed whenever I go, so I frequent it for carry out. Probably one of the best restaurants in ferndale! read more