I have been here countless times and I have to say that this is by far the best Mediterranean food I've ever had!!! The price has gone up a bit in the past few years but I'd say it's still worth your money. One of the best parts is how that's makes it so good is how it's made fresh so it takes a while but that's fine. The workers are very kind and they bring a good vibe to the table. read more

Such a clean store, we saw workers walking around fix up the lobby every 5 minutes. Cashiers could tell we were first timers right away and offered to help us with the menu. We ended up getting the chicken shawarma sandwich and the gyro sandwich. We also got a side of fries, WHICH WERE MASSIVE!!! The gyro came with a tzatziki, while the chicken shawarma came with a garlic sauce. The chicken was loadedddd with dark meat, could've used more of the pickled veggies tho. Gyro was perfect, good balance between meat, pita, sauce, and pickled veg. If we came back we would definitely get a combo instead of separate sandwich and fries, you definitely get better value that way. I want to try their plates next, I saw some people eating the chopped salad and it looked so refreshing and delicious on their bowls! Casual place where we still felt looked after by staff! 100% recommend! read more

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Great vibe and Noam at the counter was a standout -- exceptional service, warm and efficient. Tractor lemonade is a must. Food didn't quite match the Yelp Top 100 hype. Hummus was lovely, but the chicken shawarma was dry, falafel too hard, and fries overdone. Next time I'm going straight for the sandwich! My Middle Eastern food benchmark is Mazra in Redwood City -- extraordinary. De Babel has the bones to play in that league. Hey De Babel team, show Noam this review for extra smiles! read more

De Babel - Tractor Lemonade - excellent! - Mediterranean Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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So fresh Thank you kindness with homemade goodness The tabouli mountains of it Baba ghanoush So good read more

The theme of our meal at De Babel was abundance. We ordered two lunch plates; one chicken shawarma and one gyro, each with a side. We were not aware of the large portions, even with the lunch plates here. We ordered a side of hummus with the chicken and the chopped salad with the gyro. My husband commented that the side of hummus was bigger than a tub of hummus you'd buy at the store! I don't know what the green veggie was on top of the hummus, but it was enjoyable. We also ordered a side of French fries that ended up filling the tray our food came on. We both thought the total for the food was a little high after ordering, but that was because we accidentally ordered enough food for 4 people instead of two! We had a ton of leftovers, so we enjoyed the delicious food twice! read more

De Babel - Tons of food!!!! - Mediterranean Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

We came here for a late lunch a couple of weeks ago on a beautiful winter day! Their food is definitely top notch and the service was excellent. It was packed inside so that gives you an indicator of how this place performs. We were a little disappointed with the outside seating. We tried 2 tables, both of which were dirty and/or wobbly. We also had to move because there was an awful trash smell from the neighboring business just lingering while we were eating. I know they don't control the trash smell, but the cleanliness was an issue. Hoping that can be addressed by reading this review! read more

De Babel - Mediterranean Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Finally got to try the spot that's everyone's raved about and it really is worth the hype! At the table we tried the hummus, the chicken tawook, the schnitzel and the shawarma. Hands down!! The shawarma won. The staff was incredibly nice and they have such a cool vibe in there! Definitely check out the spices that are on sale there as well! Key takeaway: I cannot recommend the shawarma enough! If you're going here get the lunch special shawarma and fries you will not regret it! read more

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This is my go to for Mediterranean food. Its a hidden gem! I like to get the sample platter. It has everything. Stuffed grape leaves, hummus, babaganoush, falafel balls. I've also had their lamb tikka plate which is delicious. Lamb is tender and so flavorful. Their chopped salad is fresh and amazing. read more

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This place has been on my eating list for awhile but I don't get up this way too often but today when I was close by at Gateway Trailhead, we checked around the area and found De Babel was close by and came in for lunch. This place is about as busy as it gets and hard to find a table to sit down at, this is a fast casual place, so you order your food at the counter, take a number and the food is delivered to you. We ordered the falafel lunch plate with Caesar salad, a side of fries and okra. We waited about 15 min and then the food came out. The food here is excellent, everything we tried was good. The prices definitely have been affected by inflation and hard to justify $7.50 for fries but they were good! Falafel very well made and the okra was really good (but also bit more oily than I like). Pita bread was the fluffy poofy ones, my favorite! Overall, a really well executed restaurant and very good Middle Eastern food. I would return when in the area and maybe as a lunchtime splurge as I can't seem to justify $35 for lunch really. Call me a cheapskate but to get all these items at Baiz, it would probably cost less and I would have a few meals for a few days, but hey people got to pay the rent and their employees. I get it. read more

De Babel - Falafel lunch plate - very good - Mediterranean Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Vegan review: I've been curious about this place based on all the glowing reviews I've read. We visited on Black Friday, which can always be a challenge for a business in a strip mall, but they were well staffed, and we had no wait in line. The menu was strait forward, but it would help if they indicated which items were vegan. To get a taste of the place, we ordered a falafel sandwich with tahini and schug on the side, plus a side of hummus and a side of rice. All arrived promptly and accurately. The falafel instantly took me back to one I had in Munich years ago. It was the pickle combo of turnips and cucumbers that sent me there! I loved how crunchy it was, and the pita was soft but supportive. No falling apart! If De Babel were closer to home, I'd come back for the falafel. The schug was also excellent - a nice flavor kick! I didn't enjoy the rice or hummus as much. The hummus had a bit more tahini than I prefer, and the rice was plentiful, but a bit bland. Not offensive, just not as great as I'd hoped. Unfortunately I was too full to try the vegan tahini ice cream. Maybe if I'm back in the area I'll give it a try! read more

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What a fantastic surprise this place turned out to be! We decided to go out on Thanksgiving (I know, I know - shocking!) and when almost everything was shut, D-Babel was open... and naturally packed for lunch. It's a very clean, beautifully set-up spot with quick service and a quick turnaround vibe. We ordered the lentil soup, stuffed grape leaves, one chicken shawarma, and one lamb kofta shawarma and in true hungry-on-Thanksgiving fashion, we definitely overordered and ended up taking some to go. No regrets. The food was fresh and flavorful, and the staff was genuinely lovely. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone looking for a great Middle Eastern meal. A total gem! read more

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One of my favorite meals this year and it was $26. The perfect meal is a precisely grilled skewer of meat, a fresh, crispy flavorful salad , with a dip like hummus or raita and a hot fluffy pita bread. Oh man, their pita. It has just the right amount of flavor. Whatever their yogurt dip is - its not sour cream, its not yogurt, its not cream cheese. It's some magical mixture of the three. I could bathe in it. read more

De Babel - Chicken Tawook with chopped salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Superb, delicious, friendly employees. De Babel is my favorite and have been dreaming of their falafels since I had it at a catered event. This was my first time at the actual restaurant and I will say it gets very busy! We came on a Saturday for lunch. The restaurant is very organized and clean. There's plenty of seating indoor and outdoor. We ordered hummus, falafel (a must), chicken tawook and my husband ordered gyro. There's nothing I would not recommend. I just wish it was closer to Gilbert :( read more

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Food was great, place was clean. Very nice staff. Gyro very good. My son got the chicken and loved it. I want to try the tahini ice cream! read more

De Babel - Mediterranean Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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This review is going to be incredibly short and to the point(well for me bc I like to write). Son highly recommended coming here on our way back from Canyon Lake. Storefront is incredibly clean and tidy. The fella working the counter was very nice and explained the entire menu after mentioning I'd had never been here. Food seems to be cooked on demand so be patient and the fact that your food will be fresh out of the kitchen. The French fries appear to be cut on site, twice fried and they are incredible. The winner of this meal was the Gyro Sandwich, it was by far the best gyro I'd ever had. It's a massive sandwich so show up hungry. Everything(gyro, chicken, salad and hummus) we ordered was yummy. For sure coming back here next time we are in town! It's no wonder they are in the Top 100 places to eat every year! read more

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The food was really good! Nothing to write home about, but it suffices for a decent lunch/dinner spot. The workers are very nice and helpful if you aren't sure what to get. The ambiance is pretty typical for a fast-food spot. Kinda like a Middle-Eastern Subway feel on the inside. White tile floors, standard tables that only fit 4 people. No waiters or anything. You get it. read more

De Babel - Chicken Shawarma Sandwich - Mediterranean Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I came here from Georgia while visiting relatives. We were looking for a lunch place after going to Taliesin West. We were greeted by a pleasant young man to take our order at the counter. He kindly explained their ordering process and some of their ingredients. We decided on lamb medallions with fatoush ( a 9 ingredient salad) , and gyro with fatoush and the most amazing hummus and fresh pita either here or in the middle east. The food was fresh and tasted fantastic. The portions were huge and they were very friendly while delivering the food to the table and checking on us mid meal. There is no real ambience to speak of with the exception of pictures on the wall from around the world. This will be worth returning to upon another visit to the area. read more

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Wow! De babel! I hope you come to the east coast! So welcoming, service is A++++! Huge menu and it took us awhile to figure out what we want! But the owner took the time to explain the menu and we picked out some of the most amazing dishes they had. Owner also brought out some complimentary item for us to try! They were all so fresh and delicious!! Ample seating and comfortable! Easy to miss in this plaza but it's worth trying it out! You will go back for sure!! read more

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Excellent customer service and food was well presented. The restaurant was clean and there's ample parking. read more

De Babel - Mediterranean Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Paid $42 for 2 lunch meals. Gyro, sides, and a drink. The service was amazing, I loved the staff, very very polite kind hearted people You can tell they love owning this establishment and take pride in their cooking. Clean bathroom and clean kitchen They have a big menu. The food was good, french fries were delicious and it really enjoyed the chopped salad, fresh and light. I'd come back here again. Order one side of fries cause they're huge The gyro was good, but not was I was used to. The veggies were sauteed and hot, a long with the sauce they used all hot and very juicy. Not bad at all but I prefer cold tazhiki and fresh veggies with my gyro meat read more

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Freshest, most delicious meal ever. Service and staff are amazing. So welcoming each time you arrive.

Pro-tip: Be prepared to wait a while for your food. Highlights: I loved their appetizers, especially the hummus and baba ghanoush. The sandwich was also really good - I liked how it was a pocket sandwich type. The meat and sauce were delicious. Overall, the sides are plentiful. I also enjoyed the fattoush salad and chopped salad. Lowlights: I didn't think that entrées were anything to write home about especially the rice and the Shawarma meat. The menu says you can order the Fattoush salad as a side, but somehow they make you order it as an entire entrée instead. Fries are just fine. read more

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Da Babel Mediterranean Restaurant is not just a place to dine--it is a place to feel welcomed, nourished, and remembered. From the moment you step inside, you are greeted with the warmth of a family kitchen, where smiles come as naturally as the aromas drifting from the heart of their busy, joyful kitchen. The food is extraordinary--crafted with devotion, seasoned with soul, and served with the quiet confidence of people who truly love what they do. Each dish feels like a small celebration: fresh ingredients singing with flavor, textures balanced with care, and traditions honored with every fragrant plate. There is a sincerity here, a kindness in the service that makes you feel like a cherished guest at a family table. The people of Da Babel elevate hospitality into an art form. To eat here is to savor Mediterranean cuisine at its finest--to be embraced by flavor, by warmth, and by the spirit of a family that has poured its heart into every moment of your experience. Jose Pienknagura Josepoenknagura@gmail.com read more

3.5 Stars. Not quite a four for me. So, for May 2025, the International Supper Club UYE bravely ventured into the unknown, a.k.a. De Babel. Now, if you're a devotee of Yelp's annual Top 100 Restaurants list, you might know that a trio of Arizona eateries graced this year's ranking, with De Babel holding down the fort for us here in the Valley of the Sun. Usually, your trusty ISCUYE is practically psychic when it comes to these lists - we've often been ahead of the curve, like that time we practically picked 2022' #1 Resto for our UYE well ahead of Yelp! But De Babel? Total blank slate for both yours truly and the fabulous Monica O. Naturally, it shot straight to the top of our 'must-try' list faster than you can say 'world-famous hummus.' Having spent a fair bit of time gallivanting around the Mediterranean, my love for the cuisine is no secret. So, imagine my dismay when, on our designated dining night, they were OUT of chicken shawarma! (Cue dramatic music). My go-to, vanished! Undeterred, I opted for the falafel platter, naturally with their legendary hummus and a side of fattoush. The falafel was... well, falafel. Honestly, my palate seems to have a diplomatic immunity when it comes to discerning major differences in falafel, whether I'm stateside or strolling through Santorini. Now, the hummus. This is where things get a little... spicy (or not, in this case). I'm going to give it a solid 2 out of 5 stars. I'm scratching my head here, because clearly, others are raving, but my taste buds just weren't doing the happy dance. The fattoush, however, earned a respectable 3 out of 5 stars. It was a decent little salad. The restaurant itself was surprisingly tranquil when we arrived around 6:30 PM. But hold onto your hats, because faster than you can say 'reservation required,' the place filled up! Clearly, the rest of Phoenix was in on the De Babel secret. So, the verdict? I suspect a return mission is in order. The siren song of that elusive chicken shawarma is strong! Perhaps then, I'll fully understand the Yelp love. For now, color me slightly... unconvinced. Maybe this is my first gentle disagreement with the esteemed Yelp Top 100. Stay tuned!" Return Factor: 35% read more

De Babel - Falafel and Fattoush Salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Like half the reviews here, this place has been on my radar since earlier this year when De Babel snagged #3 on Yelp's top-100 restaurants in the COUNTRY. I finally made it, thanks to a quick work jaunt to Phx. I was worried since it was 12:30p - peak lunch rush - but the line was only 4 deep and parking was just 7 spaces from the front door in the large lot that supports all of the shops here. Alas, every table was taken, but folks here are all smitten it seems and sharing the corner of a six-seater with two other folks was spontaneous and easy. I had scoped out the menu the night before and couldn't decide between their falafel sandwich and their lamb tikka sandwich - so I figured out a way to have both! I ordered the lamb sandwich and then the 4-pack of individual falafel off of the sides/extra menu (no sandwich). Bingo! The lamb tikka was Outstanding - great pita, great spices and condiments but, best of all, outstanding lamb. This is where so many drop to 4-stars but, as I learned from the cashier, De Babel takes great pains to have lean, tender lamb without excess fat, gristle, or tendon. Next time I'll have the lunch entree version of the lamb tikka, which for $3.80 more adds a side: such as hummus, lentil soup, fr fries, or tabouli. The 4 falafels are like mini-muffin tops, not round balls but small/shallow cupcakes. That gives them ample crisp edges but I think at the slight cost of super moist insides. The herbal freshness is striking in a good way though. Staff is super friendly and the venue is relatively plain but clean, pleasant. It might be another year before I make it to far N. Scottsdale, but this will be my add-on destination again! read more

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Well, this place has been on my to-go list for a good time since I saw this restaurant featured in the top 100 list of Yelp's best in the nation. Decided to go today for lunch. First impression was great about this place, nice looking interiors, spacious, and very clean--appealing menu as well, and not being very confusing at all. Overall, I would recommend this place to try; however, it's not the best Greek food that we've ever had. The excitement faded away as we continued eating. Here are my takes: Food/Drinks: Got 2 entrees, 2 desserts, & 1 appetizer. Grapes leaves plate was good looking and fancy. Tasted fine. Chicken shawarma just came as meat with nothing else than fries, since I took fries and also upgraded to truffle fries, and that was a little surprising take on the plating option, especially when this was from a lunch entree. My wife had to go and ask for Pita bread and was asked to pay since it doesn't come with the order. Chicken had some herb flavor and this was one of the first greek food with this taste so can't say it this is authentic. The lamb with rice was flavorful, but my lamb was too dry and not the most juicy. Shawarva was below average, and after a bite, even I double-checked if it was baklava that we got. Not recommended. The tahini ice-cream flavor is something that you need to get used to, and not try for the first time. We ended up trashing that and totally understand it was not for palette, while other people would have liked it. Star of the show was truffle fries, but you won't go to a Greek restaurant for fries. no? Service: You order and they deliver food at your place. They missed our ice cream, and we had to go and ask for it after we were done with our food. No one ever comes to check with you at the table. It's that kind of setup. Ambiance/Hygiene: Very nice interior and looks classy. Maybe be modern touch we have ever seen at any Mediterranean restaurant. Price: Not the most reasonable, considering how the entrees are plated, but not over budget as well. read more

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This place is busy so you know people love the food! We arrived and the gentleman helped us with the menus and recommendations. He was not wrong. We got the chicken shawarma with humas and gyro sandwich. Both had great flavor and they don't skip on the amount of food served. The place is clean and has several tables to sit. Plenty of parking. Don't miss out on this gem!!! read more

My friend at work told me about this place.. He said it was one of the best and they make their own pita bread.. So had to give it a try. He did warn me that they are on the pricey side. Nice and clean and staff was very friendly.. You order and sit and they bring the food to you. Ordered the lamb tikka (dinner portion) and picked babaganoush and lentil soup. Comes with one pita so ordered 2 extra pita. Also ordered gyro lunch with chopped salad for side and one drink. OK, so he wasn't joking it was little on the expensive side, $55 for what I ordered... $27 for dinner plate. Lentil soup was sooo yummy. Nice flavorful, little nutty and clean tasting, I could have had large bowl of that. Lamb.. Well dang. It was very yummy and very tender. Babaganoush was very yummy but little too big of chunks for my liking. Gyro was also very yummy and dang. The size of the chopped salad.. I would have preferred 2 smaller sides vs large one side. Oh and the nice hot home made pita bread, man, it was nice fluffy, hot, and soft.. Probably best pita I've ever had at restaurant.. Over all food was pretty good but seemed little too high for what you got. It was yummy over all and I want to try to spicy lentil soup.. I would come back here again but considering green corner is just as good and way less cost.. I would not make the extra long trip just to come here. read more

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If you're craving delicious dips, fluffy pitas and fresh Mediterranean type fare this is your place. Casual sit in or great for take out. read more

De Babel - Mezze platter !!! This was the small. Could feed a small army. So delicious. - Mediterranean Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

The food is outstanding, and the owner goes above and beyond for his customers. Saleem is absolutely the best! He treats my kiddos with care and kindness. You won't be disappointed if you dine here! read more

We LOVE De Babel! ALWAYS decadent, fresh, and delicious! Thank you for your warm hospitality & exceptional high quality food & service of excellence... A must if you haven't experienced middle eastern food at its finest! read more

Food is so delicious! Service is always amazing! Everything on the menu is delicious! Highly recommend this place! read more

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Stopped in for dinner on Monday around 5:30. The place was clean and we were able to place our order right away. Everything was fresh and delicious. The lentil soup was too spicy for me. We ordered Falafel Sandwich, lamb tikki with grape leaves and lentil soup; side order of falafel, hummus with lamb. read more

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I was going through emails and a yelp blast came through ranking the top 100 reviewed restaurants in the US. I was shocked as De Babel, located in Scottsdale was ranked #3 overall. My son had heard of them but I was not aware of any such place. The next day we headed out for dinner at De Babel, a Mediterranean hot spot in the Valley. We arrived Thurday, 5:30 pm to a relatively small indoor space. The staff was happy and giving us a bit of fun attitude. We ordered and grabbed a table. Within 20 minutes the joint was standing room only and lots of evil eyed customers wanting diners to move on. We ordered a Gyro sandwich, the 4 falafel plate with pickled veggies and fresh cut fries. The food was delivered table side, piping hot. The gyro could not be stuffed any further. They do not skimp on ingredients. The gyro meat was flavorful, sauce was generous and the veggies crisp. The pita withstood the weight of the ingredients and did not split during the meal. It was good and quite filling. The fries were hot and fresh, soft inside and a slight crunch on the exterior. The falafels were good size but lacked a bit of flavor punch. The pickles that accompanied the falafels were delicious, a homerun. The service was good, friendly staff and reasonably priced. I think I was hyped up for a meal that was good but not a knock your socks off. I will give them another try and perhaps not over order next time, but enjoy smaller portions. Overall, De Babel did a good job, happy for them and we will be returning. read more

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This was the first time we visited De Babel, and it was for a pick-up order of hummus, pita bread, and baba ganoush. We walked in and saw a lot of people eating in, which led me to believe it was a pretty popular place since it looks like more of a take-out establishment. When we walked in, the guy at the cash register couldn't have been nicer and kindly directed us to the pick-up area. Our order was delicious. I was particularly pleased with the fact that they gave us a lot of pita bread (more than expected) and that you could ask for the various toppings on the side. I'd highly recommend De Babel for Mediterranean to pick up or for a quick eat-in meal. read more

The gyro, falafel, and hummus are all amazing. Everyone there is so kind and helpful. Shoutout to Saleem.

We ordered a chicken, Shawarma wrap with fries! My husband ordered an entree as well. So much food! Go hungry. It's all delicious. You will not want to waste a bite! read more

Best falafel pita sandwich I've had in the valley. Definitely worth checking out. Looking at other table everything looked delicious and I know I'll be back to try other dishes. Friendly service and casual setting. read more

I first discovered De Babel when I was scouring the Phoenix area for some fabulous Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants. Upon finding out that De Babel was ranked third in the nation in 2024, I decided to try it for myself. It has such a high ranking for a reason. The first time I went there, I had their chicken shawarma. It is the best chicken shawarma I have ever had. Their hummus is also among the best I have ever had. Everything tastes fresh. They also have great salads and sides. Today, I had their chicken tawook and their fries. Not only is their chicken tawook outstanding, but so are their fries. What I like about their fries is that they are not greasy. While their food is fantastic, the best part about their food is their tahini ice cream. While I have only tried the vanilla and chocolate flavors, I find it unbelievable, to say the least. I can compare it favorably with my favorite ice cream places across the valley. Every time I get it, I always get the swirl, so I can have both flavors at the same time. The atmosphere is excellent; it is a nice modern vibe, and they have plenty of seating in the restaurant as well. The staff is friendly and accommodating, always ensuring you have everything you need. They also offer suggestions on what to order if you are unsure. Today, one of the staff members offered me a sample of their tahini ice cream. While I was unfortunately taking a break from sweets at the time, I nonetheless appreciated the thought. It is never easy turning down something so irresistible. I will definitely make sure to have some more of their tahini ice cream next time I stop by. If you are looking for an outstanding Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurant, look no further. When it comes to Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food in Arizona, De Babel is the king. read more

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I don't say this lightly--De Babel completely blew me away. Every bite was bursting with flavor. You can tell the care and authenticity that goes into the food, and it's some of the most flavorful cuisine I've had in Scottsdale, hands down. I ordered delivery, and it arrived like it had just come straight out of the kitchen--warm, fresh, perfectly packaged, and not a single soggy bite. That alone is impressive. The gyro sandwich was next-level good--tender, juicy, and loaded with flavor. The chicken tawook plate was perfectly seasoned and grilled to perfection. And the hummus with green chile? Unreal. Creamy, smoky, and just the right amount of kick. I could eat that every day. If you haven't tried De Babel yet, do yourself a favor and order something tonight. It's the kind of place you'll crave again the next day. read more