I ordered the chicken swarma platter to go with one baked bread and two garlic sauces. The chicken…read moreand rice were tasty. The salad and hummus were good but portions were very small. But the platter was economical and gave a taste of everything. Next time I'll try the meat pie, fattosh salad and side of hummous. Bread is not included so you have to order separately but one piece is large. Will return when I'm in Lansing.

Food is exemplary. I like the way they take recipes that you think you know and add a different…read moretwist. It's amazing

Great service and even better food. Favorite Mediterranean place, food has never disappointed.read more

Last time I was here was in early 2018. The food and service is still WONDERFUL! I got a Non-Halal…read moreChicken Kabob wrap ($8.49 before tax) with a few toppings and it was DEEEELICIOUS. Dining area and bathroom was clean.

This is a small family owned deli type place. Great prices. Amazing food! The service is…read moreoutstanding! Everything we ordered was bursting with flavor! The veggie samosa's are so tasty, they are spicy though, which they didn't really tell ya. The thyme pita is outstanding! The garlic paste is SOOO GOOD! Not too garlicky, I still fluffy and made with egg whites, it's dairy free. The garlic hummus is amazing. The flavors are so much better than any other Mediterranean restaurant I've ever been too. I've been to California, New York, Oregon, Arizona. Never tasted such good Mediterranean food. Don't let the location or outside discourage you: this place is outstanding. Vegan and vegetarian options available. Dairy free available.

I walked in and the owners greeted me immediately. I took my time looking at the things for sale in…read morethe shop and decided with my mother to order 2 chicken shawarma meals. The wife and husband duo got our food ready in no time, and we had a very lovely and meaningful conversation about Palestine. She was so welcoming and friendly and it meant so much to me that she is a wonderful part of the Lansing community. The ambiance was full of life and love. I will be a steadfast supporter of this restaurant for life! 10/10

Wanted to try a different Mediterranean restaurant. This is in a shopping plaza in Frandor. Food…read morewas good but not as good as other Mediterranean we had had in the area. They do offer a great deal on a lunch buffet though if you are in the area. Service was very good, friendly and fast.

Plenty of parking and the owner was so friendly!!…read more When you first walk in, you will notice the beautiful mural on the wall. It's of Jerusalem and Beirut (I asked the owner). It's hand painted and very detailed!! We ordered the Chicken Schwarma wrap (about $7) and the Falafel wrap with fries. Both were delicious!! I loved the garlic sauce in the Chicken Schwarma, mmm mm!! The fries were so flavorful and not too salty. And before we left, we got the pistachio baklava and it was very good and the owner was so generous!! We definitely will come back when we are in the area next.

One of my favorite restaurants!…read more I love coming to Zaytoon for their chicken shawarma platter and falafel! Their food is always super fresh and delicious and never disappoints! I've never actually dined in here but I've picked up my orders many times and the atmosphere is very inviting! The staff is also very efficient and friendly! If you're in the mood for great Mediterranean food at a great price, make this your next stop!

I got the Shish Kafta combo and was very happy!! The pita was nice and the hummus had a little bit…read moreof oil which was a nice addition. The food was grilled fresh and the rice was the perfect consistency! The waitress even gave me a garlic sauce on the side for free! How tasty! If my experience could be improved on, all the tables were dirty for some reason, I ended up just picking the best looking one. I was wearing a nice shirt with long sleeves so I had to be careful. Don't let this distract from your going there! A great dining experience at Zaytoon!

I love shawarma and this was nothing less! I loved the interior and environment of the store. The…read morestaff were kind and fast, they were attentive even during the lunch rush. The food itself was delicious and at a great price point!

Fantastic Mediterranean restaurant with great options to choose from…read more The line was getting longer and longer and glad that I got there before the lunch rush. Ordered a mix n match combo to try the more popular items, and it was refreshing to watch them prepare everything fresh and right in front of the customers. They took great care in being sanitary and guest focused and what a treat! Place was amazing and so happy to have found it. They had a dipping sauce or was more like a garlic balsamic salad dressing I used to dip my freshly made pita bread in. For sure will be back to this place when in town.

We stopped in at Noosh Afghan Cuisine on a recent trip to Lansing and we're glad for the chance to…read moretry it out. A family member of mine spent time in Afghanistan, so I couldn't wait to try some of the cuisine myself. The staff greeted us warmly on arrival, and we took some time to peruse the menu before ordering at the counter. We chose an assortment of Beef and Lamb Shami and Beef Chaplee. I recognized the buzkashi picture on the wall and mentioned to the employee working the cash register that I knew a bit about it. He pulled up a video of a match on YouTube, pointing out that one of the horses in the match is famous. Our food took some time to arrive, but we were not disappointed - fresh and flavorful, plus very generous portions that allowed us to take a box home to enjoy later. If you want to try something a little new and different in the Lansing area, Noosh will fit the bill. Check it out the next time you're in the area!

This place is incredible. The food is wonderful and a great value for the price. Staff is helpful…read moreto customers new to Afghan food and patiently answered all our questions. I've been here a number of times and get their larger trays for events because they are always a hit! Strongly recommend.

Middle Eats came to my gym as a catering event, and I have never had a tastier bowl in my life. The…read morebest healthy treat after my workout, served by the kindest staff. The chicken tasted high quality, and good meat is a such a core part of restaurants. They workers encouraged me to try their favorites- I would have never put hummus, garlic, pickles, or sauces in my bowl, but they ended up making for the best bowl ever. Happy to say I have clearly found a new favorite spot in East Lansing.

Fall is a hectic time in the Beverly household. Hot on the heels of what felt like the fastest…read more summer of all time, the chaos that is melding work, school, sports, and community schedules is live and direct. With four girls all at different stages of life, my much better half and I are typically frenetic throughout the week and certainly don't slow down on the weekends. We also have an additional challenge of working on MSU's campus and living on the westside- which, I'm sure I don't have to tell any of our readers, has been so much fun with construction. Some days, I crisscross the city six different times with meetings, practices, games, school fun nights, and family obligations. All of this means, that time for cooking at home can be limited and the energy to do so is even less. Even when I have my act together enough to make multiple meals ahead on a Sunday, the luxury of even thirty additional minutes at home and not warming a meal for starving adolescents seems sublime. We are often guilty of choosing the quicker option of dining out/take out, which brings on transactional costs in health and quality. So where does one find quick, healthier food options? Enter Middle Eats, the Warren, MI- based food chain that specializes in Mediterranean food which opened in Frandor in August of 2024. A cousin of chicken hot spot, Wing Snob, the endeavor aims to be fast, fresh, and healthy with its combination of bowls, wraps, and salads. They also strive to be convenient by offering a drive-thru option and online ordering to expedite their service. The full menu is customizable much like national branded fast Mexican assembly line chains, but absent the ability to watch your food as its prepared. What's Good The Spicy Chicken Shawarma Wrap ($8.99) was stout. Packed with shredded chicken that was tender and flavorful, pita chips, lettuce, grilled onions (optional, $.99), pickles, garlic spread, and spicy Dillio sauce. Dillio sauce is a yogurt-based dressing with garlic, shallots, lemon juice, and dill. The sauce was yummy but not overpowering nor overly fiery. A reasonably priced handheld that is big on yum and fills the hunger pangs. Not as healthy, but also high on the tasty factor are the Loaded Shawarma Fries ($11.99). I ordered them with steak ($2.00) and I was not happy I did. Thick cut, carnival style fries are topped with meat, feta cheese, diced onions, jalapeños, tomato (none for me thanks), and spicy Dillio sauce. This dish was large enough to share amongst the family, and we had leftovers. The added bonus was the pita bread on the bottom that soaks up all the delicious drippings. What's Really Good Middle Eats will be a go-to at our house for years to come because of their bowls. Whether you choose rice or lettuce as a foundation, you can load up the rest of the bowl with plenty of protein and veggies from a wide variety. My wife ordered the Falafel Bowl ($12.99) which a strong choice for vegetarians. Crisp, lightly fried falafel (deep fried balls of ground chickpeas and herbs) are joined by your choice of hummus and/or garlic spread, regular or spicy Dillio sauce, and then lettuce, feta, onions, rice, pickles, and tomatoes. The falafel was satisfying in both the exterior crunch and the warm and fluffy interior. The herbaceous flavors melded well with the hummus and veggies. Additional upcharges include cucumber, eggplant, or grilled peppers. On a previous lunch visit with a colleague, I ran into a high school friend who was there with her daughter who didn't have school that day. She revealed that Middle Eats has become their restaurant of choice for Mediterranean fare because of the convenience and value. My teammate and I both ordered bowls, him the Chicken Shawarma ($12.99) and I the Surf & Turf ($21.33). Both of us were satisfied and with the heaping mounds of meat and veggies and the accompanying sauces. Best Bite A special nod this month goes to the Fire Grilled Shrimp ($6.99/Skewer). Plump and juicy with just a touch of kick, but a ton of flavor, these crustaceans rival many of the top seafood and steakhouses in the area. Added to a salad or bowl and they are incredible, but also divine on their own atop a bed of rice. I look forward to finding time to enjoy Middle Eats Fire Grilled Shrimp in new ways including in wraps or on loaded fries.

Two of us ordered takeout. The Iraqi lamb kebob was ok. The chicken schwarma was like shoe leather…read morewas inedible and had to be thrown away. There are much better middle Easter restaurants in Lansing. Skip.

Consistent, friendly service. Great hookah! Very authentic and they even had coconut charcolas…read morewhich are better than quick lites.

Aladdin's is a great, casual lunch spot in downtown Lansing, whether you want to eat in or take it…read moreto-go. It's a little dark inside, but that's offset by how warm the people are. My first time there, a woman was on the fence between two items so the friendly man working the counter said he could do half/half, all for the same price. I really appreciate that, and kind of wish I'd done that, since there are so many yummy-sounding things I want to try out. So far, I've had a lamb kabob over rice and the meat kibbee sandwich on two separate lunch occasions. I got hummus as my side, which is wonderful because they basically let you have unlimited pita. It's a little dangerous, since I definitely don't need that many carbs, but it's free and right there in a basket for the taking, individually plastic-wrapped. I love it. Their hummus is solid. The over rice options are definitely heavier than the sandwiches, but I think flavorwise, I liked the meat kibbee a little more. Kibbee is made of bulgur, minced onions, and finely ground meat with Middle Eastern spices. I think this was ground beef, but I can't remember. I'm definitely glad I added this to my lunch rotation, and will be back to try the rest of their menu. My coworkers also got their lunch here and were happy with what they got. They also have ample vegetarian options, if you want to avoid meat.

Aladdin's express location is a personal lunch time favorite. I typically call it in and they often…read moredeliver it to my office without hesitation! I often get the fattoush with chicken and what impressed me original was that I could request no tomatoes on my salad. This may sound odd however most middle eastern restaurants make fattoush salads by the sheet pan because it's a hot item and you can't make substitutions. The fact that I can, shows that each salad is freshly made!