Now I know why I was the only person in this place tonight. Below average taste, small portions, and high prices. Tried both the chicken shawarma and gyro platters. Chicken shawarma was incredibly salty, and I even like my food salty and it was still too much. Gyro plate came with 4 small pieces of meat and both came with mostly salad. Really? Feels like a complete rip off and would never go back. Don't waste your time or money. Go literally anywhere else for middle eastern food. read more

Food is the most authentic flavors. The staff is amazing and super friendly. The owner always treat everyone as family. This is not a restaurant but it is a community where everyone is welcomed read more

This place is slept on we encourage all our friends to go back the staff has improved & if you had an experience at all or even negative at Mijana, give them a try they have improved - Menassa the owner is a great dude, he's got you if you need anything - Dominic & Jacob helped us those are some talented individuals, the food is scratch kitchen quality, hot & fresh, the bread is to die for the ambiance is the best especially on Friday evenings when salsa night is happening just WOW!!! Ambiance 10/10 Service 10/10 Food 10/10 read more

Fantastic food (I had the chicken kabob plate). Service was great. I love the authenticity of this restaurant!

Ohhh my goddness ! The food and the vibes are here! I crave the food. I wish i lived close but im so happy to make a trip. Everything on the menu is 10 stars! I usually get the platter for 2 roice meat hummus bread salad. Everything is beyond par! read more

The best authentic Middle Eastern food / Lebanese restaurant in Phoenix metro Great job read more

Came here for some good eats. The interior of the restaurant is massive. Ida beautiful and seems to be the life of the party normally, pre covid. The staff were friendly and allowed open seating. Precautions were being followed which was comforting to witness. I love gyros and I was craving one and of course fries and baba ghanouj. The appetizer was good and very fresh. I'd recommend it for eggplant lovers for sure. The gyro was good and tasty. I asked if it had cucumber and I was told no. It turns out that they're in the sauce and I was surprised by this and picked some out. There was also very little meat in the gyro. It was good yet more meat would have made it perfect. The fries I approve of very much. They're fresh and cooked well and just my style, potatoey and not crunchy. I'd go back again and try something different. read more

Mijana - Gyro Pita Wrap with fries - Mediterranean Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Menassa is the owner and it is a veteran owned business. I support veterans as much as I can....Cathy was so incredible, I loved her personality. She was there to give us attention, service, and suggestions, I will go back to see her. What a delight,to watch Cathy's excitement to tell us about the establishment, the music, the belly dancing and even sometimes lessons. Entertainment is only on the weekends. Our lunch was fabulous, I was so hungry and I was so excited that I forgot to take pictures, I just started eating. I actually think this is my new place on the south end of town. There wasn't one thing I didn't like. So fresh and seasoned very well. I almost forgot to say, you can do a little Hooka as well. I WOULD RECOMMEND. read more

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Great food but they never have enough staff and the service is really slow. Even for a pick up order I waited 25 minutes in the restaurant even though I came 10 minutes past the time I was asked to come in. read more

We wanted to eat close to our across the street hotel and we like Mediterranean food so we gave this place a shot. I'm quite glad we did! The food is excellent, quick service, good assistance in ordering, nice surroundings. The waiter suggested we order the mixed kabob plate for 2. It had chicken, beef and kofta kabobs, rice, delicious salad, pickles. It was accompanied by their fresh, hot pita bread and the zaatar sauce. We also ordered a side of hummus. The food was accompanied by a cucumber sauce and a garlic sauce. The food was delicious and very flavorful. We liked it so well, that we returned two days later for another round. We'll be back! read more

Mijana - Mediterranean Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Let me tell you something. I will NOT leave reviews for someone. Last time I left one was because they said I'd get $5 off my nail service lmao. But this place is AMAZING if you want to get out and have a little salsa dancing, or a romantic night with your date or by yourself. The vibe is soo fun for a single girl or if you're on a date. Who cares if you don't know how to dance. You'll learn. It's just a different vibe from society nowadays. The owners are AMAZING and so welcoming and catering. And the food is to die for. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

One of our favorite cuisines has always been Mediterranean food...having spent some time in the Med over the years we've had many great meals and have had many great nuances from country to country and region to region. One of our absolute favorite finds is right here in Tempe @Mijana. Why then if it's a great find is it only a 3 star? We can get to that so read on..... Ambiance: Understandably most great regional food and ethnic food establishments aren't in your high rent districts for a reason - they are not meant to gouge or market the crap out of their home country food - it's rather a passion for making it and seeing people enjoy it. So - because this is in a more run down strip mall next to hookamania the ambiance isn't quite on point as some others. Inside is a bit dark and sometimes whene we've come here a few things have been falling apart (tables / chairs, etc...) Service: Again over the years we have been coming to Mijana we've noticed a downward trend in service...I know it's family run and not all family probably really wants to be there at all times helping out or whatever but it definitely detracts when your service is slow (and your one of only 2 or 3 couples in the restaurant) and the friendliness is well let's just say absent. Food: The food however (referencing the above statement on passion about food) is Amazing! Simple dishes yet done to perfection. Meats, rices, bread (oh the bread with zaatar is the beat), chicken, Kafta - you name it - it's spot on and has the most delicious flavor! There is nothing / not even the basic Greek salad that isn't done to perfection here...I stuff myself every time because it's that good!!! Overall: Price is a bit higher but for small family run places serving ethnic cuisine they have to be a bit higher to compete and stay afloat so this is not a detraction at all because the food is worth it - but the ambiance and service could definitely improve to really get this to a 5 star! Keep munching! read more

Mijana - Lebanese bread - Mediterranean Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Great service with amazing food! I would highly recommend the Chicken Shawarma sandwich very flavorful!

Great food and great service. The owner personally came and sat with us to see how everything was going. Was glad to find authentic Lebanese food here in the Valley-Chicken Shawarma was amazing as was the Tabouli. read more

The service was terrible and very unwelcoming. Black folks beware, this is not a safe space!!

Great food with plenty of vegetarian options and vegan options including vegan moussaka, pita, eggplant appetizer, lentil soup. They have Belly dancers too read more

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Mijana has absolutely awful service. The worst part was when I asked the waiter for the hummus for the Yelp check-in. I asked multiple times if he knew what I was talking about, and he confirmed. He brought us hummus with chicken, and then charged us for it. Later, I asked about this, and of course, he didn't know what he was doing, so he brought the owner over. The owner said, "that doesn't include the hummus with chicken." I DIDN'T ASK FOR THE HUMMUS WITH THE CHICKEN. HE BROUGHT ME THAT ON HIS OWN. We got charged $17 for a plate of hummus and a few pieces of chicken, which I really resent. The owner didn't even care to resolve this and he just walked away. What an awful businessperson and human. I would not recommend anyone give him and this establishment any more money. In addition, when we got there, we sat outside, and the waiter didn't even come over to acknowledge us and take our orders, so we moved inside. Even after we moved inside, the waiter was extremely awkward and slow. It took forever to get even water, and he disappeared for long periods of time. I had to ask another waitress for our bill, because he was nowhere to be found. Entire experience here was ridiculous and the worst service we've experienced recently. Also, the food is good (I got a gyro plate and husband got the mix plate for 1), but it's literally double the price of It's All Greek To Me for the same portion. We should've just gone there for the absolute same quality and amount of food. This place is a ripoff. Only winning point was the tajin and bread they bring out in the beginning. read more

Fun restaurant if you like music and watching belly dancers (weekends). They serve fresh pita bread and zataar mixed with olive oil, yum! We got the mixed grill for one and the sandwich platter with salad. The sandwich combo seemed like it was more bang for you buck, same amount of food of the other platter for half of the price. The mixed grill was tasty, maybe a tad overcooked, but overall it good. For presentation it should have been served on a bigger plate. read more

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I don't usually leave bad reviews but I'll let this photo do most of the talking. Looks like food was just slapped on my plate, chicken is hard and no flavor. This is what it looked like when I opened my plate. Poor service as well. read more

Mijana - Chicken Kebab - Mediterranean Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

60 of us were fed like kings and queens tonight at a bountiful buffet. So yummy, big selection of entrees and menu items, fresh, beautifully laid out. Fantastic staff who were attentive and responsive. Highly recommended for a large group. read more

Very down to earth owner and fun environment. Attended a cooking class by Vivianne. I felt like I was part of her family right away. We had hummus, baba ganoush, tabouli, chicken swarma and all Was delicious. Can't wait to go back for belly dancing! read more

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Came here because we had a Groupon and wanted to try something different. I actually came here once before back in 2018. The restaurant was dead around noon and only two other tables were being served. By time we left there were no other patrons in the restaurant on a Thursday. The table we sat at was the only table that needed to be cleaned, and that is where we were sat at for some reason. The floor was filthy underneath (also a bug under the table) and we asked to be moved which was not a problem. The food was better than good, but if we ever come back it will probably be for takeout. Unless it's a night when the belly dancers are there. The waitress was incredible. They seemed understaffed (which is understandable since there were no customers) and she was doing everything. She was really nice and answered any questions we had regarding the menu with a smile on her face. Although the visit was not perfect, I would definitely encourage people to visit this place. read more

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Better experience recently , taller younger guy hustles between tables and deliver great table service truly.

My recent visit to Mijana was a mixed experience. On the positive side, the food was undeniably delicious. Every dish we ordered was bursting with flavor and authenticity, showcasing the rich culinary tradition they offer. However, one drawback was the loud music. While the lively atmosphere added to the overall vibe, it sometimes made conversation a bit challenging. There was also a belly dancer who performed during our meal. In conclusion, Mijana is a great spot for those who appreciate good Middle Eastern cuisine and entertainment. The food is top-notch, and the lively ambiance, including the energetic belly dancer, ensures an entertaining night out, despite the volume of the music. Service was little slow and they had messed up our bill. read more

Not sure what to make of this place. They are super lax on service. Some random dude popped out of nowhere & started making small talk with us on the outside fence of the restaurant patio wearing street clothes. We quickly realized that he was our server as he went on his business to take our order. He later did a Clark Kent & changed into his work attire, but sadly, even Superman steared clear of this place. Another server that served us was chatting on his phone while asking if everything was ok with our meal...I think if I said mishkahawkawananibooboo, he would've just nodded and called it good! Food was decent. Our Mijana mixed grill was super healthy but also really dry, esp the chicken and beef. The lamb was tasty. Our server was supposed to charge us extra for extra chicken, but ended up charging us $15 for extra beef. A conveniently honest mistake, i'm sure, which increased our bill to just the right amount for that extra few bucks in tip! On the bright side, we did get a free hummus subbed with veggies instead of pita for our Yelp check-in! We sat outside & didn't get to see the belly dancing show, but if u got the hots for belly dancers, then this place will rock ur belly dancing dreams every friday & Saturday nights!! read more

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So I did get to have the full experience here as Igot here too early, my server was amazing, but my food is less than Lebanese flavor. I understand there are several versions os Shawarma and Kafta, but for some reason every spot I visit in Scottsdale or on the border caters to the Scottsdale residents taste buds. The location in Glendale is on point very authentic and on point not issues with flavors food portions and service. I will not be coming back to this Scottsdale/Tempe location. It's worth the drive to the Glendale location. read more

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I'm literally sitting here with a party of 12 with no drink and no silverware while everyone eats around me. They were "out" of a large portion of their menu, the bartender isn't working on a Friday night, I sat for 45 minutes before I had my first drink. Then, as soon as the appetizers came they made our entire party move to the freaking corner where employees are in and out - this place is empty. By far, the worst dining experience I've had in years. I'd tell you about the food, but I don't have silverware. read more

What a mess. Used tortillas for shwarma wrap because they were out of wraps! Dirty silverwear. Waiter dropped plates near us then another broke a glass and hit one of us with the glass. They were clearing and moving stuff all around. Owner apologised gave us free blah baklava. At the end the waiter asked before he took bill of food was good. Really? ‍ they looked to be setting up for more dancing and kept moving tables and chairs around making whole restaurant hard to walk in. Bathrooms....no towels. Interesting....authentic lebanese place where on Tuesdays you cam line dane‍ read more

Went to Mijana on Friday night. Having lived in the Middle East many years, I was impressed with the authenticity of the food and preparation. The service was super friendly and efficient. There was a belly dancing show with a great performer who had most of the restaurant up and dancing at some point in the show. Loved the food, service and show. The only downside was the severe wobble on our dining table. It caused me to hold my food on the table leg all night long. read more

Food is disgusting, service was awful!!! Manager is a huge asshole and doesn't honor there agreements. The music, and entertainment came on at 1130pm and they told us it would start at 10pm. The waitress disappeared for over an hour. Very awful place to have an event. Stay away from this place read more

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Holy Moly flipn delicious. Came from Vegas for mini vacation and so glad we came here. Best food I've tasted since my Mom's home cooked meals and she's been passed 10 years. Must come here. So friendly staff. Best service. read more

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Ok Service. Had to flag down servers. Was ignored at the Bar. Surely you can do better.

Great food. Very tasty and well prepared . Delaney was amazing. Music is just at the right intensity. Had the lamb chops. One of the best I ever had. Strongly recommend. read more

Mijana - Delicious lamb chops. - Mediterranean Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

The food is excellent, fresh, delicious and authentic. The ambience is nice and if you are lucky enough to be here when they have belly dancing - it's a treat. read more

It was crowded when we arrived this Friday eve. On Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm, there is live belly dancing. It took some time for us to figure out what we wanted. While we perused the menu, our beverages came along with warm pita bread and a nice mixture of olive oil with sesame seeds and some herbs. We finally decided on Kabob Chicken with rice and salad and a Chicken Shawarma sandwich with fries. We munched on the warm pits bread and dip while we waited. This place is vast and great for large parties of people. There were 5 TV monitors with sports playing, a large bar and a huge room with many tables. Our food arrived hot and looking tasty. The Shawarma was very good as was the kabobs. The salad was fresh and rice aplenty. We didn't stay for the entertainment but other patrons were arriving for the free show. Plenty of parking, and nice staff. read more

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Some of the best middle eastern food we've ever eaten! My husband and I were in AZ for our 20th wedding anniversary, and seeing we served Lebanese food at our wedding in Michigan, it seemed fitting that we eat it in celebration. We shared the shawarma platter for two, with a side of tabbouli, and it hit all the perfect flavor notes we were craving. The toum (garlic cream) was perfection, the pita pockets were delicious, the seasoning on both meats was on point, the tabbouli was fresh and flavorful, and I could go on! The only mediocre item was the hummus. Not bad at all, just not as phenomenal as everything else we put in our mouths. In short: utter deliciousness. read more

Im a fan of their lunch and dinner. The server Nada is very hospitable and attentive. I eat here all the time ! Highly recommend for their healthy fresh whole food ! read more

Wonderful find in my quick trip to Phoenix. We stopped in for lunch and shared a beef shawarma. To my surprise we were offered fresh pitas with a dipping sauce. Service with a smile, and very attentive. They offer belly dancing on Friday nights and Saturday is Arabic night. Singing and dancing until 1am. The shawarma was cooked perfectly, with a fresh salad on the side. I wish we could have ordered more but we are on our way to an early afternoon party. read more

Mijana - Fresh Pita - Mediterranean Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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They're very inconsistent. This isn't the first time we drive quite a bit for hookah to be told hookah isn't available today although the hookah shop has an OPEN sign that is on! read more

Mijana has become one of my favorite resturants in the valley. Everything on the menu is good. Call ahead of time if you want entertainment, Nelly dancers etc. It's awesome! They even offer private salsa lessons, but like I said call ahead of time. During regular business hours when the e entertainment isn't happening, the service is still great! Ask for Tammi she's a manager and is awesome. Tell her Sabrina sent you. Have a blessed day! read more

Mijana - Looking inside of restaurant from the patio. - Mediterranean Near Me - Tempe, Arizona