Completely messed up my order. Somehow they pulled my yelp review from here and are actively trying to gain better reviews. Do not go here. The food was awful and they were unable to take down a very simple order. read more

It was my first time but I knew it was going to be good as soon as we walked in, the place smells fantastic. The food was so good and flavorful. Definitely recommend, will go back. read more

'Want to give a better rating but the meal I brought home to my BF was so salty & disappointing. The young man I ordered with offered no suggestions. I made it a point to let him know my BF is not a fan of hummus. There are other options like Kibbee, Babaganouch and salads. Where was the roasted garlic, the FRESH citrus, and or sprinkle of its rind? Tell us if something tend to be SALTY!!! The appetizer platter is just a combo of hummus. I was interested in the cheese & spinach item or the feta, olives, peppers???... We ended up with a load of toasted pitas. I prefer fresh warm pita bread. The lamb was rolled up in paper??? Again the only flavor was salt! We thru most of the order out. That is not a habit. NO recommendations here :( read more

Not sure how i have never gone here as its been open for 5 years. It is absolutely scrumptious. Party of six - we started with really good soup. Then shared fattoush salad and tabouli which were so bright and fresh and flavorful. All the main courses were excellent. Chicken skewers were juicy, special short ribs were perfection, a couple of pitas were delicious. Then for desert we shared baklavas, rose water cake and baklava ice cream. OmG. Fabulous the family members were so delightful. Will most definitely go back. Noticed a steady take out business as well. Really great experience. read more

Being born in Lebanon and raised as a teenager in a lebanese restaurant (Salloum's middle eastern restaurant 1978-1988) Where my Mother mary, (may she rest in peace) was on cover of Philly Magazine cover Twice! I feel that Imad and his wife Nadia put their heart into there cooking. This is a very Authentic menu and ingredients are to my families standards. Having eaten here over a hundred times in 3 years, Never had a bad dish. Tabouli is cut fresh to order and tomatoes are crisp! In a market where there are 4 other Lebanese choices, we always end up here! Armand, Liz Pam and family read more

Never got to try the food, but they have 2 little children seating you, bringing drinks and one was arguing with you about needing a straw! At one point one girl put her dirty food on my husbands thigh and asked him to type her shoe! Others were annoyed as well when these kids just interrupted their conversation. They were just such a menace in the restaurant you can't enjoy yourself. I understand a family business but this is not your home. We certainly didn't want kids who were touching everything with their hands bringing out our food. We decided to leave because of them. We tried to go to the front to find an adult but no one was there. We just left. I know kids will be kids but this was out of control. Too bad it was a horrible experience! read more

Hidden in a strip mall is one of the most authentic Lebanese restaurant in the suburbs. Featured on bizarre food when the chef had a Lebanese restaurant in the Dominican Republic. The food is fresh and gives you that home cooked feeling, like you are over for a family dinner. The daily braised specials are terrific. I had the lamb shank for a main course and the kebbeh as an appetizer. These are lamb filled and covered in a bulgur dough. The baba ganoush is creamy and smoky. I'll be back for more! read more

Cafe Baladi - Kebbeh, baba ganoush, and lamb shank - Lebanese Near Me - Malvern, Pennsylvania

Perfect grilled shawarma along with everything else, and their peanut butter ice cream is a must-have.

Ordered dinner from here tonight and it was amazing! The food is so fresh and flavorful. We got the hummus, chicken Shish tawook, yellow platter and falafel and everything was so good! The pita chips were fresh and had the best seasoning on them, as did the French fries. The side salads had amazing flavor and the crunchiness of the vegetables with the chips and lettuce was so refreshing, they were gone in seconds. Can't wait to try more of the menu next time we order! read more

Love this place! Best hummus and falafel around. This family owned restaurant is a great addition to the shopping center. Please try this place...you won't be sorry! read more

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Wow! I couldn't have been happier to find this beautiful space after going to another business within the same plaza. An incredible aroma welcomed me at the door, and the subtle middle eastern decor was the perfect backdrop for a peaceful lunch with my family. Our food was very delicious, and so fresh, as it was all made to order. Vegetarian accommodations were made without hesitation, and we appreciated the questions related to any other potential dietary restrictions. This family run, family-friendly restaurant is a local gem, and I cannot wait to return. read more

Cafe Baladi - Front counter - Lebanese Near Me - Malvern, Pennsylvania

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Update to previous stellar review. After a good first experience we returned & couldn't get waited on. No customers were there so I went in & confirmed they wait the outside table. The man said yes & gave me menus. He returned to playing with the children inside. No one ever came out so eventually we gave up & left. read more

Café Baladi is the best, authentic Lebanese restaurant in the area. The food is freshly made to order that makes a huge difference in flavor. The best tabbouleh salad that I have ever had. The menu carries all the key Lebanese dishes. There are multiple samplers to try different dishes in case you are not familiar with the Lebanese food. The restaurant is run by a family. Friendly atmosphere and attentive service. read more

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This is the second time I visit this place so I wanted to write a new review for it. The place is a nice Lebanese restaurant and owners are really nice and helpful. Food is very good. But the thing I liked the most is chicken shawarma which is the best I had in Philadelphia till now. Chicken shawarma wraps are amazing and very close to authentic. Sfehas and fatayer are really very delicious. Highly recommended. read more

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Amazing authentic middle eastern food. I grew up eating home cooked middle eastern food with my family so I am very picky. This place is fabulous. Fresh ingredients, amazing flavors, clean, wonderful service (Husband and Wife owners are incredibly friendly) and very reasonably priced and great portions! Will be coming here often and telling everyone about it! read more

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Wow! This place is amazing. The freshness jumps out at you and is so flavorful. My boyfriend and I shared a falafel wrap, chicken shawarma wrap and a tabbouleh salad. I wish I could pick one thing and says "that's the best item!" But honestly, all three were incredible. The tabbouleh was made fresh to order and was gone within minutes. They clearly use high quality ingredients such as the olive oil and produce. The wraps were both so well seasoned and each bite was an experience. The best part was the family who owns the restaurant. We had such a fun time playing with their daughters and chatting together. This restaurant isn't near my home but I can still see myself driving out of my way to get the food here again. read more

I went in almost by accident because the new indian restaurant a few doors down was closed between 3 and 5. The green platter was quite delicious - i am not a big tabouleh fan and the owner happily substitited a hearty bowl of fattoush salad instead. Small gestures like this make it very satisfying to support family owned places with a heart. The falafel balls were cooked to perfection and perfectly spiced, and the rest of the platter was yummy too. I ordered the lentil soup - it was very good, but a little lacking in spice for my taste. But overall a pretty incredible meal! read more

50 stars for the most flavorful kibbeh I have ever tasted in my life. Will be back many more times.

Stellar fresh made to order Lebanese cuisine! Ordered the baba ghanoush, lamb shawarma, chicken shawarma, and the lentil rice special. So flavorful! We wrapped it up with a delicious tres leches cake. Don't hesitate to stop here! read more

Excellent food. All fresh and made in front of you. Great friendly service. Wish it was closer to where I live. I would eat there once a week! Update: 3/5: I went back again today. Same great service, conversation with the owners and fresh food. Just awesome and delicious! read more

Cafe Baladi is the definition of home-cooked deliciousness. Many mediterranean places use a thick pita for their wraps, which overwhelms and stifles the flavors of the meat within, but this place's crunchy bread and fresh, in-house cooked potato chips serve just to compliment the deliciousness inside. Lovely atmosphere with authentic Arabic music, and the inside is just like a little Lebanon. I will surely be returning. A family-owned experience that is well worth every penny! read more

This gem can be found in the shopping center in Malvern right by the dmv. Fresh ingredients, great flavors, and flawless contact free pickup. The hummus is smooth and flavorful, the baba ganoush is smokey and amazing served with their toasted pita chips. The falafel was the best, so crispy and full of herbs. And we each had a pita wrap that was a big portion for my husband and I was able to get two meals out of mine. They also have a little cabinet of olives, spices, and other fun Lebanese products. Oh, and the tabouli was perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of herbs. read more

Amazing amazing Lebanese food! Super adorable inside, everything is clean. Shawarma, falafel, babaganoush, and hummus were all wonderful.

I was so impressed by the general functionality, safety precautions, and taste of their authentic food. I really enjoyed our time here, and I think that this was the best food I have had in years. Everyone was diligent in wearing masks,and staying 6 feet away. Everyone there was very polite, and respectful, and kind. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who cares about their health, and the quality of their food read more

Love everything about this place from the super fresh food to the kind people and their family. Have visited several time for take out and have never been disappointed. Need to remember to take pics before I devour it next time but can highly recommend Tabouli and any of the shawarma wraps. Also have tried nearly all the appetizers and the favorite is the Sfiha, Kibbeh, and falafel. Can't wait for our next visit! read more

We came across this place by accident when a restaurant down the road we meant to go to was packed. We were happily surprised by how amazing the food was. We had the sampler, cheese fatayer, falapapa wrap, and yellow platter. Everything was amazing. The falafel in the wrap was probably the best I've ever had. Highly recommend! read more

Great Lebanese food ! Must try, learn some new flavors. Try the daily specials with a taboulé and BYOB

Been here half a dozen times and each time after I think, I should be goin more. Place seems to always be very clean and quick. My fiancé and I love always trying the specials. I honestly think you can't go wrong with any item on the menu. If you usually never eat lamb go here and try some I think it will change your mind. Plus the family that runs this establishment is accommodating and friendly. The hummus and garlic sauce are phenomenal and everything taste as fresh as could be. I honestly think u can't beat a place like this especially for the price. read more

My husband and I each had the "red platter" for lunch with a tahini salad. Everything was authentic and incredible! We are already talking about what we'll order next time :) The service was excellent! Can't wait to go back soon. read more

Stopped in here on a whim for a Sunday lunch. Shocked this place isn't crowded at all times. So yummy. Had the Shawarma and spicy lamb, both delicious. Owners(?) were very kind, service was excellent. read more

I have been here several times and have had always had a wonderful dining and customer service experience. The hummus, falafel, baba ghanoush, and pita chips are the best I have ever had. After going on my own a couple of times I decided to have some catered for an event at Church. Nadhia opened up early to make sure everything was ready in time and everyone raved about the food. The presentation, spices, texture - all phenomenal and well received by those who had had Lebanese food before and those who had not. I will continue to go here for the family-oriented atmosphere, wonderful food, and great service! read more

Excellent, good service, best Lebanese around and freshness of the dishes is evident. Takeout or in person shows consistent quality. Falafel are fresh, love the pita chips and their hummus. Good neighborhood restaurant. read more

My husband and I got the yellow platter - chicken shawarma, fries, and fattoush. It also comes with ketchup and garlic sauce. The chicken was slightly dry, but apart from that no complaints. The fattoush was delicious and refreshing, and the fries were crispy. read more

Really enjoyed the meal and service. Food was freshly prepared. The pita chips were especially tasty. A salad came with my meal, and the vegetables were ripe and crisp with a lovely flavorful dressing. Everything we had was delicious. The peanut butter ice cream is unique and a MUST try. Family member took one bite and said "Wow!" read more

The best baba ghanoush I have ever had, and great hummus as well. I had the Red Platter. The lamb was perfectly seasoned and plentiful. The tabbouleh was crisp and really fresh. My husband had the mujaddarah (special of the day, I think). He said it was perfectly seasoned and fresh, again plentiful as well. We'll be going back for sure. read more

If you grew up eating eating Lebanese/Middle Eastern food, this place is for you. I had the Lahme Shawarma, Sojok Pita and hummus. I'm looking forward to trying everything else. read more

We just moved from philly and were not expecting to stumble upon a Lebanese restaurant in the suburban world of chains and pizza joints , especially not one with food this good! The menu is small but everything I had was fresh , extremely delicious, and made very quickly. The service was excellent and the family that owns and operated it were very nice and charming . I really hope this place does well, Chester county needs more quality international food choices. Order anything ... the tabouli is amazing and they make their own potato chips. read more

Very small family run restaurant. The food tasted very good, and was inexpensive. They have a wide variety of middle eastern dishes.

Just less than average. Very very salty food. Not much on the menu. Looks like they need extra people to help them as they were slow. And expensive for the quality of food. read more

I had the schwarma with lamb at Cafe Baladi. It was absolutely delicious. I have a severe dairy allergy and the owner was able to accommodate me. This is another restaurant that I can add to my list of great go-to places in Malvern! The owner and employees are super friendly and the food is delicious. read more

Cafe Baladi - Lamb Schwarma - Lebanese Near Me - Malvern, Pennsylvania