Alyan's Middle Eastern & Mediterranean Restaurant

Alyan’s is a place I recommend to every vegetarian I meet in Philly. This unassuming storefront opens up to a cozy back patio and serves delicious middle eastern fare. The food is always fresh, tasty and prepared quickly. Best grape leaves I’ve ever had. It was a particularly frigid winter day, and as a thanks for our patronage the owner even sent us home with complementary baklava. Can’t recommend enough for an affordable, satisfying veggie-friendly meal off South St!

The restaurant was recommended to me and it is rated 4.7 stars. I was excited when the waiter said it was Palestinian food. It was NOT a pleasant experience, the atmosphere was dim and not welcoming at all. The restaurant wasn't clean, I had to clean my own table. I'm amazed that the health department didn't shut them down. The host and waiter were disrespectful and super rude, he fixed his act when I reprimanded him in Arabic. Talking about the food, I ordered: ● Hummus: unfortunately the organic one from ALDI or Costco is better. Came with stale pita bread, really sad and disappointing. ● Chicken shawerma but he brought us chicken kabab: was juicy, but flavorless. (We didn't realize till we reviewed the check, it was around a $10 difference) ● Rice with Lamb, served with mixed vegeta

A laid back, casual BYOB middle eastern restaurant where everything was amazing!! All the items we ordered (even down to the pita bread) were so flavorful and delicious. The staff was also extremely kind, making the entire experience enjoyable. I will 100% be back!!

I love this place. The guy that’s there cooking all the time makes the best bread. Need to ask his name next time we’re there. The food is great. Ever dish I’ve had is wonderful. Had a great conversation about his birds this last time. Everyone should eat heat all the time very healthy food. Love love love. ❤️

We stumbled upon Alyan's and were surprised to have one of the best meal's we've ever had in Philly. My wife was smitten by the lentil soup and my daughter loved the mixed veggies and cous cous. The grilled zucchini was so good we ordered another round of it! I also got the grilled tomatoes and jalapeños, which I know I'll be longing for until we return. As vegetarians, we were totally satisfied and highly recommend it for anyone.The service was also really friendly.