Holy Land

Love this place! They have so much authentic Mid Eastern food and more. When I get hungry for my family's traditional food but don't have time to make it l head here. I have my favorites of course, the Flatbreads, Lebanese Garlic Dip, French Feta, Cheese Pita... I tried some spinach pies, they were fantastic! Spicy! There's always someone from the store walking around ready to assist you. I usually get some gyro meat from the cafe but didn't this time. They also have freshly butchered meats too. The Garlic Dip is very close to our homemade recipe 😋 I took the cheese pita, topped it with Garlic Sauce and olives. Was great! Of course I had to also put some on the spinach pies 😋

I recently visited HL, and the experience was noticeably different from my visit in 2019. Although the store offers a comprehensive selection of Arab food and grocery items, the use of plastic plates and utensils significantly detracts from the overall dining experience.

Holy Land Restaurant is truly a gem — a piece of the Middle East right in the heart of Minneapolis! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with warm hospitality that makes you feel like family. The atmosphere is welcoming, clean, and filled with authentic Arabic charm. The food? Absolutely incredible. Every bite tastes like home. The grilled meats are tender and perfectly seasoned, the falafel is crispy and flavorful, and the hummus is silky smooth and rich. Even the fresh Arabic bread takes the experience to another level. What makes it even better is the attached Middle Eastern supermarket — fully stocked with everything from dates, spices, olive oil, Arabic cheeses, and fresh baked goods to hard-to-find pantry items from back home. Great service, amazing food, fair prices, and a

I visited this restaurant about 2 hours and a half before closing time, but unfortunately, my experience was very disappointing. The rice they served was clumped together in hard lumps, as if it had been sitting out for a long time. They also added an excessive amount of butter, which completely overpowered the flavor of the food. To make matters worse, I noticed that while the employee was flipping the chicken kabob, he was holding a towel in the same hand as the metal tongs. Part of the towel came into contact with the food. Seeing fabric from the towel touch my chicken kabob was very concerning and unsanitary. Overall, it was a terrible experience, and I would not recommend this place.

We had a fantastic experience at Holy Land! We visited both the market and the deli, and both were excellent. The market had a great selection (huge bread and spice section!). The food at the deli was absolutely amazing. The rotisserie chicken and beef kebab were incredible, so flavorful. Do not skip the chicken!!! The hummus and dips were fresh and delicious, and we loved the variety of breads that come with the meals. The hospitality truly stood out: the staff were attentive, friendly, and even surprised us with a complimentary dessert, which was such a lovely touch. The entire place was very clean and welcoming. I have eaten Middle Eastern food my whole life and without a doubt, Holy Land is the best in Minnesota!