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I passed by Mandi house on the way back from work one day and I saw they had whole fish dishes. I am a huge fan of whole fish so of course I ordered this for my first time take out visit on my birthday. I loved it. The taste and flavors were fresh and the fish was a good side as well. The rice was well seasoned and perfectly cooked too. My boyfriend got another meal with fries so of course I took some of his to try. The fries were a bit too crispy for our liking but the rest was yummy. I also got the baba ghannoj Whig is my fav as well. It's been a while so I had to splurge a bit.
3/15/25: Short version - very delicious food, friendly staff, beautiful decor. It did take some time for the food to come out, the interior was clean (but also a bit tight w/ tables & booths), parking lot is not well striped, blind driveway could be disastrous if you're not careful. Longer version - Mandi House has been on my list of places to try for a very long time. This particular Saturday we finally decided to check it out. Parking? Their parking lot is on the east side (west side is the apartment complex). It is a tight driveway, I do not think two cars would fit if one were heading in and another out (especially if one of those cars as an mammoth SUV). It is a very blind driveway coming out. There is a "watch for pedestrians & bikes" sign (that has been graffitied) but we discovered just how low the visibility is (thanks to the building on their east side). Thankfully it was spring break for ASU, because honestly, we had to stick the nose of the car so far out in order to see any kind of traffic (vehicular of foot) that I can see how easy it would be for a collision to occur. Don't let that stop you from trying out Mandi House, just be very careful. The parking lot wasn't the cleanest and I think its overdue for some new striping, but it was fairly large. Food/Drinks? Tasty and hot, cold & bubbly, respectively. Not going to lie, we did almost turn around & leave once walking into the door -- but only because we saw a butt load of buffet bins laid out on multiple tables. We thought "Is this a buffet place?" We kept going in anyway, which is when we saw a few booths full of people, and figured they were just cleaning up the bins, preparing for a buffet at some later date & time. We placed our order (hummus, hannieth meat, mathbi meat (both lamb dishes, one spicy, the other sweet). Unfortunately they were out of all their juices (I wanted mango), so we had to scour the multitude of drinks in their coolers, settling on a couple Freez mixes (pomegranate, lemon & ginger). It did take some time for the hummus to come out, so be patient. The food is worth the wait. The pita came out steaming hot, and we devoured the entire thing. Pita was so dang good we asked for more. Our entree plates came out & we both gasped at how large the plates were. The lamb was fall-off-the-bone delicious. I mean it -- it really fell off the bone. The rice was interesting, in that we saw three colors. It was a very colorful plate of scrumptious food. The Hannieth Meat I got was just this side of spicy; not burn-your-mouth spicy, simply full of flavor. The Mathbi Meat dish my sister got was on the sweet side. Both of us enjoyed the food immensely. We opted to go for dessert: kinafa. It was nothing we had ever tried before, and the gentleman behind the counter (Ral?) was very nice & explained the difference to me -- its description read cheese, but he explained at Mandi House they use a cream. As he was explaining it, I laughed an said "so the cheese isn't a mozzarella or anything?" But apparently, he said some places to actually use that type of cheese, but they wash off the salt. Huh, learn something new every day. Which brings me to ... Staff? Ral was actually the only staff we spoke to, since he not only took our orders but brought the food out as well. We did see a couple other gentleman walking around but one appeared to be focused on bussing the tables and the other seemed to be cleaning up the restaurant in general. Ral was polite & friendly. The kinafa came out hot, and we had another laugh because we had seen the dish in their display case. Both of us thought it was rice. Ral laughed along with us, saying that's what most people think it is. We dug in. It was yummy. It was crunchy (thanks to the shredded phyllo dough), but with a creamy center. It had a touch of sweetness. If you have had baklava, think half of that sweetness. That is how mild the kinafa was. Luckily we were full from the other grub, so we were able to save some for leftovers. Would we visit Mandi House again? Most assuredly.
Located in downtown Tempe is this Middle Eastern restaurant serving Halal Yemeni food. I have a big appreciation for their culture. We came during Ramadan week... and even at midnight this place stays open till 4am. Surprisingly there was people coming for pick up and people still feasting at the midnight hour. This place is a hole in the wall, that needs a little more tender love and care. At night time the parking in the back was a lil sketch but we were not deterred. They have outdoor seating with lighting. Inside the building, upon going in they have traditional seating similarly like a tea room with seated cushion on the floor and mini tables. Then to the main dining area are booths and a bar with classic candies in the front fridge. I saw there was a buffet line, so I would love to come next time during the time they serve buffet. We were greeted with the best service and great hospitality, with the host showing us the menu and explaining recommendations. We sat at a table that was a little wobbly so then we moved to the booth that had me sinking into my seat. But we found a table that was just right for us. You have to go to the register and order and then seat yourself. We chose to eat the Mathbi Meat with grilled lamb with the mixed appetizer that had fattoush, tabouleh, baba ganoush, and hummus. Everything came fresh to order and for a table for two, we shared our food with the portion just perfect. We were impressed with everything to be so delicious. The lamb was tender and the rice complemented the dish. The naan with the appetizer dishes married well with our entree. I was so impressed. I loved the tabouleh the most because it was so fresh. For dessert we tried the massoub. I'd recommend this for breakfast because it was like eating roasted banana with an oatmeal consistency of bread, with some tart cream and sesame seeds. Finalizing my meal, I kept going back and forth to grab the complimentary tea at table to the back corner. The cinnamon warmth flavor aided my digestion. I loved it so much! There is no doubt we will return if I feel like being a night owl out in town.. Our food experience was top notch, just recommend that the place could use a little more cleaning, but overall their food is a winner especially for the cost.
The best Yemeni restaurant in Arizona Everything was so good and fresh, definitely coming back
Probably the best middle eastern food I've ever had. I had this last night and am already dreaming of coming back. I had the lamb plate which was amazing! The lamb is so soft and tender and rice is so flavorful. Really good food and I really enjoyed eating here. I will say that there weren't that many drinks available for non soda drinkers but I was fine with water. They have complimentary chai tea as well. They had a bunch of booths and even had a seating area that was traditional and on the floor which I thought was so cool.
I finally tried the Mandi house! Main things to note, is that you order at the counter and pay at the counter, however the food is brought out to your table. The one thing I loved at the restaurant that stands out from everywhere else I've been is that they have an area with traditional sitting that is closer to the floor - it was unclear to me if anyone can eat there or if it's reserved but it was beautiful. Food wise the flavors were great, food was well cooked, every order came out correct and I appreciated the fact that they have halal options and gyro that does not include pork. That said the flavors were slightly different from other places in the valley, probably the Yemen touch and it had a bit too much clover for my taste but that's absolutely a person by person thing and I still highly recommend for folks to try it first because you might love this! It comes with a creamy sauce and a spicy sauce - both were delicious. Four stars instead of five ONLY because there are other middle eastern spots in the valley where the food is even better but if it wasn't for the competition it would be a 5/5.
What a treat to go to a place that has traditional Yemeni and Saudi Arabian food. I got to try the kabsah chicken and the family got a chicken kabob wrap and a lamb one. The kabsah chicken was a new take for me on the chicken and rice dishes, full of aromatic spices and plenty of protein, A+. The wraps had barely any meat, but the taste and price were good. I would recommend throwing a few more pieces of meat in there even if that means charging a bit more, which would still make for a cheap sandwich. My kabsah plate was huge, which I got to share with the family, since they were still hungry with the small wraps. Can't wait to come back to try more dishes from the Yemeni and Saudi areas!
The food was excellent. We ordered the grilled Lamb and roasted chicken. Both the chicken and lamb were seasoned beautifully. The chicken was also very moist, not dry at all. The rice could've used a bit more seasoning/flavor but can't complain too much. I wish you could substitute the rice for a salad tho, as I try to stay away from access carbs (you might be able to I didn't ask.) We also ordered hummus but they ran out so we didn't get to try it, that was a bummer. The waiter was very sweet and gave us some good recommendations. I love a good family owned restaurant. This place looses some points for the ambiance, it does look a bit ran down from the outside and the inside could use some upgrades. At the end of the day, the food is what matters most and I can say I had a good experience and was very satisfied. I'd give it a 8.5/10, would definitely come back!
A diamond in the rough. Definitely a hole in the wall type of place, but locally owned and super delicious middle eastern food. The service lacked a bit, but the food was very delicious! The mandi chicken and the fish filet were superb. Lots of flavor and spices and everything came out piping hot. Definitely worth a try for some delicious ethnic cuisine! read more
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Came for a second visit and had the Mandi Meat & Mandi Chicken with the Kabsa Rice. Highly recommend the Kabsa rice! Has seasoning but an AMAZING flavor! read more
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This is first place from where I ordered food when I first came to Tempe and definitely one pf the best so far.. First time tried Mandi and I am literally blown by thd flavours.. Though I have tried fish, lamb , chicken Mandi and also grilled chicken , kabsa chicken but my favorite is Grilled fish .. If you love middle eastern food then you must visit this place for sure read more
This was a refreshingly different experience. The place is super clean and the employees were very friendly and helpful. We ordered the hummus and it was very good and served with warm pita. I had the baked chicken and my husband had the grilled (sorry I don't remember the name of the dish from the menu). Both were wonderful and very flavorful. The portions of rice are huge and we didn't finish everything but we'll definitely be back. Only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because the parking is weird (at night) and it's not clear that you have to enter a very narrow drive way at the east side of the building. Also, I'm NOT a fan of parsley and there is soooo much parsley. Not their fault, I should have asked for no parsley. read more
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Mandi House is what I consider hidden treasure. Located on Apache Blvd near McClintock Drive in Tempe, this restaurant can be hard to find. But what Mandi House lacks in visibility, they more than make it up in the quality AND quantity of food. From the moment you walk into the establishment, you can sense a feeling of comfort. While they do offer traditional table style dining most are accustomed to, my favorite thing about Mandi House is that they have an area where you can sit down on the ground amongst an array of pillows that brings upon a feeling of relaxation. Now for the food! This place has more than generous portions with any item you get off the menu. I came with my friend and we shared a plate consisting of Mandi chicken, lamb and fish on top of a bed of rice. With the house yogur, salsa and a little bit of lemon, this meal was delicious! Add on the free tea that goes perfect after the meal and you'll leave the restaurant happy and full -- full of leftovers for your next meal lol. Mandi House should definitely deserve the attention it deserves for the quality of food and ambiance it provides to food enthusiasts just like me. With that being said, I can't wait to go back for more! read more
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Delicious food worth the wait. Everything was served hot and fresh. Service was great. Will come back when I'm Arizona. read more
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If you're looking for authentic Yemeni food, Mandi House is the best. The food is made to order from fresh ingredients. The mandi and kabsa are both delicious. The service is slow but friendly. I highly recommend this place. read more
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Delicious. My husband and I were trying to find an African restaurant and a man at our car rental place recommended Mandi House and it did not disappoint. The rice is bomb, the meats were perfect - I got the gyro platter, my husband got lamb and my son got the fried chicken. All amazing. read more
The last time I was in this building was when it was a Long Wong's. Oasis has converted the space into a quaint little Middle Eastern eatery. I actually entered mistakenly into the neighboring hotel parking lot and had to turn back onto the road and through the narrow alleyway to get to the restaurant parking lot in the back. There is ample parking once you arrive and you can enter through the back door. I arrived after getting some service done on my car and was feeling hungry for breakfast. I got the shashuka ($5.99) and a za'atar bread ($2.99) to go. It was made in a few minutes and I was on my way in no time. The order was packaged well and smelled wonderful. The shashuka was filled to the brim with fluffy scrambled eggs mixed with tomatoes, onions, and spices. It reminded me of the Middle Eastern version of a tomato egg dish my mom used to make when I was a kid. It was served with 3 huge pieces of pita bread. It was such a hearty amount that I could only finish about half of it. The za'atar bread was evenly coated with za'atar spice and had nice flavor. The bread was slightly too browned for my tastes and it was a little too oily for me though. Service was polite and friendly. If I'm in the area I'll be back to try more dishes. read more
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Mandi House is where the heart at. Never disappointed the food always good. Shout out to the chef behind all of it read more
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Tried out for the first time today. Sat in "Arabic Seating" area. Our servers were such great hosts! Recommended the platters and appetizer trays (2 of each) which fed 11 adults and still had a couple of boxes of take out. Food was very tasty and well prepared. Capped off with the Chai that sealed it up. read more
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Excellent food, reasonable prices, big grilled fish is highly recommended, it just cooked perfectly very tasty and delicious ... read more
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1639 E Apache Blvd
Tempe, AZ 85281
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(480) 659-4751
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