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Haji-Baba

4.5 (1.2k reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 7:30 pm

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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating

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HsiaoCheng W.

I wanted to love this place but I just did not see the appeal. The girl at the register was standoffish and not friendly. Even my kid mentioned it to me. The meat in the gyro we bought was tough and made it taste starchy like eating potatoes. Just ack. But I did see what might be the last pay phone on earth in the store.

Hummus and pita
Reese T.

This hole-in-the-wall gem is an authentic restaurant and market that just feels like home. Friendly staff that has been there forever, casual seating, and delicious food cultivates a feeling of nostalgia for even the newest of newcomers. Not only is the food great, you also get a hearty amount for a more than reasonable price.

Chicken shawarma plate to go with just rice and extra garlic sauce
Jennifer G.

Haji-Baba is one of my all-time favorite local restaurants. The restaurant and market serves excellent Middle Eastern food with fast, friendly service. The chicken sharwarma is the best I've had, and it comes with an incredible garlic sauce. The gyros are excellent as well. Save time after your meal to browse the market side of the space and stock up on coffee, spices and other goodies.

Pistachio and cashew baklava
Kandyce K.

I'm so glad I found a Mediterranean place by the hotel I usually stay at in Tempe. I went basic for my first try and I was so happy! The chicken schwarma plate had a much food'! The chicken had great flavor - the rice didn't have any extravagant flavors so some might have issues but I LOVED that! I'm Japanese so rice is a natural filler and I like my rice to be the side. This was a great proportion - I love my meat the have a ton of flavor followed by a side that doesn't overpower. I liked that the garlic sauce was "on the side" so I could add some if I wanted. It was a good addition but I'm not a huge sauce person so it was nice that I wasn't forced to use it. They had a showcase of baklava. I definitely want to go back and try different ones next time! This spot shares a parking lot with other establishments but I didn't have any issues getting a spot. It's an also very close to Tempe Marketplace so that was a plus.

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Christopher T.

May not look like much, but I love this place. Great food, friendly service, and low key vibe. It is a combo restaurant and market. Nothing fancy. Men'u has all sorts of meats to pick from - shawarma, gyro, etc.. Rice, salad, and hummus as sides. Couple of veggie options as well. I had the gyro plate. Very tasty. More than I could eat. N*joy!

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Jacob M.

Haji-baba has been on my list for years. Last night I finally went and wow, it totally lived up to the hype's we started off with the feta and pita which was a simple yet fantastic starter. We each got a sandwich, I got the falafel one and my friend ordered the chicken kebab. Both fantastic. Too often, falafel is dry and room temp, this one was hot and crispy. We also shared a vegetarian platter which was a nice way to split some sides. The tabouli was great! We ended the meal off with a a walnut and pistachio baklava, which were perfectly sweet and crunchy.

Chicken Kabab Sandwich
Winnie L.

Pro-tip: half the place is a market so you can get some authentic spices here as well. Highlights: I haven't been here in ages, but stopped by for a chicken Shawarma wrap, and it was utterly divine. Everything from the quantity and quality of chicken, to the fair amount of lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles, the chewiness of the bread along with the tastiest sauce! And it was $7.23 after taxes. Unbeatable. Lowlights: We devoured the wrap in the car and it probably could've been wrapped a little bit better because some of the sauce was spilling out from the bottom, but probably on us for being piggies and not waiting until we got home.

Gyros Sandwich
Rachel K.

I have only ever come here for the market. It is incredible. Filled with spices, sauces, and snacks you can't find anywhere else in the valley. The staff have always been kind and answered any questions I may have had. But today, my friend took my sister and I out for a birthday lunch at the restaurant. I am still full 6 hours later. I got the Sanbusak with garlic sauce on the side and the Gyro Sandwich. Both were amazing. The Sanbusak is like an eggroll filled with ground meat and spice. It has a wonderfully crispy wrapper and a savory warm filling. Dipped in the garlic sauce, the experience is almost ethereal. The gyro was hands down the best I have ever had. The meat wasn't small shaved slices but instead solid, hearty cuts. Flavorful and filled with pickles, lettuce, and tahini sauce. My sister and our friend both got plates, the chicken shawarma and the chicken kebab. I stole a bit of each. The shawarma meat is so delicate and spiced throughly. The kebab is bright and moist. The rice was buttery. Incredible. This spot is a treasure and I'm so glad to live in a community where spots like this exist.

Iceberg lettuce no seasoning on rice hunk of raw/grilled  bell pepper
Dacritic K.

Well what I got wasn't the best its more "American Mediterranean" my humus was cold the only time I had cold hummus was from Safeway. No seasoning... everybody was nice I even tipped the girl I Adore the culture and I spent over $100 on imported seasonings ect things I wish was on the food. The people were polite so make of course your own decisions!

Chicken kaboob platter
Sherrie P.

This is in a small strip mall. We were able to park in the front but if they are busy parking might be hard. We went during the week 3pm. I did not see any handicap parking. This is a store plus small restaurant. Very casual. Employees were very nice and great service. Food was ok. Not bad but not great. I would have given 3 stars for food but the restrooms were so bad it was a turn off and will never return. Absolutely filthy. My friend used it as we were leaving and said she would have not eaten if she saw the restroom in the beginning. Back to the food. We had the chicken kaboob platters. Over half the plate was salad. 1 chicken kaboob I wish it would have had 2. Loved the few fresh grilled veggies on the plate.

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10 years ago

Bad food, not that clean as well!!! They have a good Arabic market but not the restaurant.

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7 years ago

This place in sooo good. They're all very nice and welcoming. Definitely one of my new favorite places to eat!!

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10 years ago

Amazing food and ready fast!! And try their rose water lemonade to go with anything :) defiantly worth checking it out!!

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7 years ago

Best place ever. I can come here everyday and not get sick of their food. I get their chicken shawarma plate and it's very delicious.

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7 years ago

Excellent excellent food here. Service is excellent. Will definitely come back. Authentic middle eastern food.

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9 years ago

Best hummus I've ever had. The food here is so good. Prices are so good. Literally nothing bad about Haji Baba.

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Love this place. The flavors are spot on, the portions generous and the people are nice.

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Great food and service. A awesome hole in the wall joint. Chicken swarma is excellent.

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I hate this place! They're soo good I don't mind waiting for an hour during weekday lunches, argggghhh!

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14 years ago

Good gyros at very reasonable prices. Gets crowded at lunch time, so get there early.

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12 years ago

Prices are great food is better. Get the gyro deluxe, it's very filling. You also can't go wrong with the hummus or the falafel.

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12 years ago

Awesome food! And really cheap! Can't beat it!!!

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11 years ago

Middle eastern food at its best! personally I enjoy all of their lamb items on the menu. food is prepared fresh. very casual ambiance.

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Ask the Community - Haji-Baba

Do you serve garlic sauce?

Yes garlic sauce is served with our chicken shawarma plate and sandwich. It is also available as a side order.

Is your food halal?

Yes everything is halal

Is the dressing on the Greek salad a mix of inflammatory oils or is it olive oil- not a blend?

Probably olive oil. They don't put what oil is in it on the menu. Just ask them.

I'm looking for Kibbe Nayeh, either made or meat to make it.?

No we do not have either.

Do you have grape leaves and how much are they?

Yes we have grape leaves. Prices vary depending on the brand but are around $5 for a jar.

Is your gyro meat gluten free?

Hello, no it contains gluten.

Do you have outdoor dining? Thanks?

Hello! Yes we have 3 tables on our outside patio.

When did the tabooli got replaced by salad on the shawarma plates?

Hello, it got replaced a couple months back. If you’d prefer tabooli you can make the substitution free of charge, just let us know when you order!

Is this palestinian owned?

Yes, they are from Syria

Do you carry Bulghur #1 fine? Thanks!

Yes we do

Can you buy Shoko B'Sakit (bagged chocolate milk) here?

Hello, thanks for reaching out. Unfortunately that item is not something we normally carry. If you’d like to give us a call during normal business hours at 480-894-1905 you can ask for a manager and see if it’s something we can order. Hope this… 

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