Best kept secret of the West side! It's definitely hole-in-the-wally (aka inside of a grocery store), but their food is absolutely incredible and the staff is beyond kind. The place is very unassuming - walk up to the counter and order from the menu. We got chicken and lamb with a side of rice and salad. They also brought some fresh bread - I could eat that bread for days. So freaking good. Their lamb and chicken were so flavorful and tender, the meat was just falling off the bone. Very soft, rich in taste, and massive portion. I don't think I had better lamb before, and I've been to a good number of Middle Eastern restaurants in the U.S. And prices are reasonable. Definitely coming back again and bringing friends. What a find! read more

Inside the Mecca Market grocery store, tucked into the front left corner are four or five tables. Walk up to the window and look over the one menu lying on the table. Be sure to order the hummus which is a generous portion served with a lovely, chewy flat bread. It is garlicky, smooth and flavorful. We also had the chicken shawarma sandwich. Again, a large portion! Nicely-spiced meat. The falafel sandwich was great. Mild falafel with a hint of aromatic spice. Both sandwiches are served with fries (really good fries!!) and a garlic dipping sauce on the side. read more

Mecca Restaurant - Hummus appetizer -a HUGE portion! - Mediterranean Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Tucked in the back of the market. Mendi lamb was fall off the bone, rice so flavorful. Friendly folks and plenty of options. Authentic stuff here. read more

If you're looking for a hole in a shop (and a wall) this is the place. Shawarma was good, but not of the Levantine style unfortunately - so if you're seeking your classic pickled turnips or peppers, it's not included. You will have some spice, and a beautiful side of thoum (garlic sauce). Fries were delicious, hummus good ; the meat bursting with flavor. We definitely enjoyed their bread - Arabian peninsula style with crispy exterior fluffy interior! Go up to the window and order if you're trying to eat in. read more

Mecca Restaurant - Chicken shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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My forever dining partner and I made our way to the west side today for lunch as he was craving some yummy shawarma. This little restaurant is inside the Mecca Grocery Store which has loads of fantastic goodies (take some time to look around -- we found pomegranate molasses!) when I ordered the hummus with meat, I fully expected it to be a small plate and I was pleasantly mistaken! This plate of hummus was absolutely massive, and easily enough for 2-3 people. The meat was perfectly spiced and cooked. The hummus was very tahini forward, and while delicious a bit too much for my tastes. My forever dining partner said the shawarma was a bit dry, but really nicely flavored! The absolute show stopper was the Yemini style bread! It was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Absolute perfection!! Can't wait to go back! read more

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Absolutely loved it. Best lamb I've ever had. And the meat & hummus was divine. We got the mixed platter, which was more than enough to feed a family of 4 adults plus one large, adult-sized child. Highly recommend. read more

The falafel wrap is amazing and the ingredients taste very fresh, I highly recommend ordering it. The Mendi Lamb is quite good, the rice is savory and comes with a generous portion of lamb. The meat is quite fatty and I felt that it could use more seasoning, but overall it was a good dish. The restaurant is located in a Middle Eastern grocery store, and it's a typical hole in the wall eatery with a fast food/diner vibe. I would come back again for takeout. read more

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Y'all. Do not overlook this place in your food hunt. It's inside a grocery store and definitely an experience, but worth every bit of it. The waitress/cook was super helpful and made sure to let us know that the food we ordered (hummus with meat and something I don't remember the name of) was finger food but she would bring us some spoons since we were first timers we didn't use them at all and enjoyed our pita "utensils" greatly. Our friends got some lamb and rice and loved that. If we were local we would go all the time. Amazing and not to be missed. read more

Mecca Restaurant - a plate of flatbreads on a table - Mediterranean Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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I am a foodie from the Bay Area and my food standard is pretty high. This might be the best restaurant in Indiana so far that I've been to. Will be making the hour trip back over there again. Ordered the chicken shawarma it was loaded with chicken and the fahsa (lamb in a clay pot). Also loaded. Didn't take any pictures but the food was sooooo good. I hope they keep it up. read more

The food was delicious and great . The prices were decent ,I liked the fact that they have private rooms which is reminds me of Yemen. A great place to eat while I'm establishing my business around here . read more

To find the most authentic food one sometimes must travel to the unlikelist of places... * Last night we had a little family adventure trying to find something for dinner. We drove to a few different spots and eventually landed ourselves in a middle eastern market that also serves food. Just getting ourselves seated inside of this tiny little dining corner was quite the endeavour and then to order food was a whole other story. After all the trials and tribulations of ordering, our food came out with a quickness and we were eager to eat. To say that this meal was mediocre would be an utter lie as it was simply fantastic! The hummus was absolutely creamy and the Baba Ganoush was absolutely dreamy with it's smokey notes and a creamy like undertone. Don't even get me started on the flatbread... ALL bread should be as delicious and fluffy with the little crispy bits from direct heat exposure!!! And this was happening all the while with Anthony Bourdain narrating in my head just like an episode of "No Reservations". * I think the moral of this story is to get out there and have fun with life. You never know just where the wind will carry you. read more

Mecca Restaurant - Baba Ganoush and Hummus with fresh bread. ***Update: See this photo published in Edible Indy's 2018 Winter edition!!!*** - Mediterranean Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Great fahsha and hummus! Probably best in the city. You can go to some other places that are nicer looking, but you're missing out. Anytime an ethnic grocery store has an attached restaurant.. it's about to be good eating time. read more

I love coming here not only can I pick up some household favorites like the almond biscuits and delicious baklava, I can enjoy a tasty halal meal. I've been here probably a total of 5 times and every time but once has been incredible. I normally get the hummus which is finished with olive oil, sumac and parsley. Comes with fresh warm naan ...Amazing! I love the veggie saltah, it comes in a steaming hot clay pot and sizzles in its perfection. When I say it brings memories of childhood back, I mean it. My grandpa used to cook a dish similar using similar spices. My favorite for sure. We've have the fried fish and it's delicious as well. All I can say is try something new, you won't be disappointed. Also-Keep in mind this food takes time to prepare and to cook, so I recommend allowing yourself time. Good things come to those who wait. read more

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Grilled chicken is on point. The staff were all very friendly and helped with figuring out what to order on the menu

I ate there 3 times already, and I keep coming back. Their grilled food is AMAZING. But, their Mandi Lamb is something else. It is full of flavor, tender, and extra delicious. Diffidently one of my favorite dishes. They also have a grocery store attached. So, I typically shop around while waiting for my yummy food. If you are in the area, stop by, you will love it. read more

Excellent foods and especially halal meats only used which in its own way ensure quality and sanitation because only one animal slaughtered at one time. read more

5 stars for having great, delicious Yemen food!!! . You can sit at tables or you can sit on the floor. We sat on the floor and the food is served on a huge plate on a plastic mat. People usually eat with their hands(culture) but they give you silverware as well. the food is fresh and it doesn't take long for it to come out. You are pretty much left alone once you're food comes out, our waiter came and checked on us once. But they were polite with us from the time we Walked in to the time we left. The portions are large unless you are getting a sandwich. We started off with salad which was chopped up veggies and lemon,karak (coffee), beef broth soup, fahasa(sizzling lamb) with bread and all that was just the starter. Our main dish was Mendi chicken with rice yogurt. A recommended must try if you want some yummy,authentic, Yemen food! read more

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Wife and I ordered the mix grill platter for $15. Enough salad, rice and meat for two. They threw in some meat soup for free. We loved the food! Unfortunately the place was extremely loud with people yelling in Arabic across the restaurant and store non-stop. They have cool private Moroccan sitting areas made for couples. read more

Portion size was excellent for the Mendi Chicken & Rice. Flavor and dish itself were fantastic! Definitely recommend the hummus as well.

The food was tasty and the ethnic grocery store was very interesting- there was a bird flying around inside that would sometimes land and eat off the dirty plates of customers... that was very uncomfortable for me. read more

This is my first visit to this food place. Food was so good as I was anticipating. Nice option for meat