With soft, fluffy pitas, juicy skewered meat and fragrant fluffy rice, Middle Eastern cuisine is absolutely heavenly. Thanks to an influx of immigrants from numerous countries in the region, there are now Middle Eastern restaurants in all major U.S. cities — and many small towns.
It’s hard to mess up this cuisine, which includes shared elements like hummus, dolmas and baklavas, but which varies by country. Still, if you can’t get enough, it’s good to know what eateries around the country have truly mastered it.
These are the most delicious Middle Eastern restaurants in the U.S., ranked from delicious to absolutely must try sometime in your life.
Bottom Line: Leyla Fine Lebanese Cuisine
Leyla’s calls itself “Charleston’s premier Lebanese restaurant,” and reviewers seem to agree. The elegant decor sets the stage for plates that are impeccably presented and absolutely delicious.
The menu consists of traditional Lebanese dishes, including a variety of hot and cold mezze, shawarma and kebabs and moussaka.
The best thing to get here, however, is the whole fried fish, with flavors that will take you straight to the Mediterranean. Pair your meal with a glass of international or Lebanese wine.
Visit: Leyla Fine Lebanese Cuisine.
