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    4.8 (111 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
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    Razaa A.

    Loved this place and all they have to offer. Was proud to be able to support this local business that has such unique offerings from a special part of the world. You can't find or buy most of what they have anywhere else. It makes for a great treat or gift to give to those you're visiting or making your own creative goodie bags with all of your favorite treats. The strawberries with Nutella on it are on another level as well. I will definitely be back and I encourage you to check it out for yourself!

    Natasha K.

    Felt so nice to see and support a Palestinian owned shop here in Hayward. I really hope they flourish! I got various chocolates and other items (as seen in my pic). The place is pricey, but to be expected since they're considered more "novelty" over here. I assume the gentleman working that day was the owner, but I didn't ask. He was knowledgeable and friendly. I'll definitely comeback to support them again and maybe get some Arabic coffee.

    Inside Dubai strawberries

    They have strawberry Dubai cups/bowls with either dark or milk chocolate! Super fresh and delicious! We also had a piping hot Turkish coffee that's steeped in a sand bath - such a unique touch. On top of that, we picked up a variety of little chocolates, including chocolate covered dates, chocolate covered hazelnut, and chocolate covered blueberry with cream cheese. Everything was beautifully made and full of unique flavors. Highly recommend!

    Molly L.

    We came here after eating out in Hayward and were pleasantly surprised. We were greeted upon entering and then gravitated toward the chocolate truffle bins. It's nice because you can fill in your bags with whatever chocolates you like. We got 1-2 of the flavors that intrigued us and ate them within a week. We had truffles with digestive cookies, biscoff cream (delicious), chocolates with almond, truffles with cream cream cheese filling, pistachio cream, and then other unique chocolate delicacies from the middle eastern region. We liked everything except for the walnut chocolates. For a small bag full of chocolates, we paid around $11 though it's about $25 per pound. We would come back here during the winter to buy some of these chocolates for friends and family. We were very happy with our visit and will definitely return!

    Mandy D.

    I've been here a couple times. It's a quaint place. It's a hidden gem for Hayward and I'm so glad they opened. The owners are down to earth and welcoming. They have two small tables for seating to have a quick bite of your desserts or drink Turkish coffee. They have a variety of selection of gummies, sweets, chocolates, Dubai chocolates, olives, nuts, Turkish delights. I've gotten their Dubai chocolate as well as the chocolate, strawberry Dubai cup (very tasty). Friends have gotten Turkish delights here and I do enjoy it with tea. I have yet to try their Turkish coffee, but hope to try it one day. I love how they make bouquets out of chocolate. Great place for gifts and treats.

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    Jenny J.

    The service was amazing, such friendly vibes and all the chocolate to indulge from with a huge variety! 10/10

    Preet P.

    Came here specifically to try the viral Dubai chocolate. This Palestinian-owned store is a hidden gem tucked right next to Susie Q Pizza in Hayward. They carry an impressive selection of sweet treats, Turkish delights, chocolate strawberries, Turkish coffee, and a wide variety of chocolates that make it almost impossible to choose just one. The Dubai chocolate, especially the pistachio and kanafe , was absolutely delicious. One large bar cost $25 which was perfect for sharing. I also tried their Turkish coffee--bold and very aromatic . A must-visit for anyone with a sweet tooth or a love for Middle Eastern treats! They also roast their own nuts. Family owned store where they provide best service and make sure you leave happy.

    Geena B.

    Everything we've gotten here has been delicious! We came here on a weekend and it was heart warming to see that they had folks supporting this small business. We got a couple different kinds of Turkish delight as well as some mixed snacks. Additionally, it's super cute to see the kids helping out the family business. They were super helpful and gave us honest answers when we asked which flavors they liked best.

    Neleh H.

    Been meaning to check out this local gem for awhile & came in when I saw their 1 year celebration & fundraiser via Instagram. Really lovely & tidy inside, street parking was plentiful, was offered help quickly but also given space to browse. I bought some Turkish delight, several dark chocolates to try & 2 Palestine colas ( had these at a friends' party & liked it) Too bad I was already caffeinated as I'd like try the Turkish coffee. Will be back.

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    Rosa V.

    Let me start by saying : We need more shops like this !!! In the meantime this one gets all my attention ! I originally came for the Dubai chocolate and left with so much more !!! Clean, friendly and full of amazing beautiful surprises! Chocolate, Turkish delights, nuts, tea, olives even pomegranate molasses! It was so hard to peel Myself away from the treats and restrict myself ! Even my husband the picky one started pointing things out to grab. I am in love with this little shop that feels like walking in into someone's pantry of love ! Please check it out leave with a smile and a full heart !

    Sylvia K.

    Came here since my friend raved about their Dubai chocolate . She told me the man there let you samples anything you want in the store. When I got there on a Saturday afternoon, I saw a man in the front and a lady in the back. The lady asked me what I was looking for and I said Dubai chocolate. She told me where the bars are. And I asked if I could sample it. She first said no! She didn't sound too welcoming. Then she said "you can try the individually wrapped ones." So we tried out the dark and milk Dubai chocolate. The dark was very good. Not bitter. Ratio of chocolate and fillings was good. The milk one was a bit too sweet for my taste. So I got a bar of dark Dubai chocolate. They actually ran out of the milk one. I didn't sample other chocolate like my friend did since the lady didn't offer. For $25 a bar, it's pricey but this is viral now so that's why they increased the price so quickly . It was $14 5 months ago!

    Michael Z.

    This cute new Turkish delight spot is a new hidden gem in Hayward. It fits right into the neighborhood! The store is super clean and filled with all kind of goodies! I love their Dubai chocolate as well as their mixed nuts they sell. It near downtown Hayward and is a great go to for unique sweets and they have an amazing chocolate strawberry Dubai cup that I'm addicted to!

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    Ask the Community - The Old City Roastery

    My family has an allergy to gluten... Does this shop have items available? I would love to come visit but need to know about gluten free items.

    Hello, unfortunately most of our items have gluten. The only thing I can recommend that is gluten free is our roasted nuts… 

    Can we order ahead the chocolate bars?

    Hii! We do have a good amount.. you can come and purchase when possible :) or give us a call and we can hold it for you for a certain time ;)

    We LOVE your baklawa!!! What would be the cost of buying a whole tray?

    Hi Lisa, I think we can get the whole tray for you.. please give us a call tomorrow to discuss 🤗 have a great evening

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    Love this place so much!! It's owned by a local family who are always there running the shop…read morewhenever I stop by, and that really comes through in both the service and overall feel of the place. Both the sweet and savory pies are delicious, and I like that they rotate their menu with a mix of classic and more unique flavors. It makes it fun to keep coming back and trying something new. Some of my favorites over time have been the chocolate chess, cheeseburger, and berry custard pies. All very different, but all really good in their own way. Would recommend this spot to anyone looking for pie!! There are honestly not a lot of places around that you can get crafted pies from, so I think they fill a niche market here - a market that I am certainly a part of.

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