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Part grocery, part deli, fully Tempe. Generations have come for shawarma, hummus, and house-baked pita. Recognized on Eater Phoenix’s 38 Best Restaurants; a 2025 local news feature spotlighted its 40-year community impact.
Kebabs, shawarma, gyros, hummus, baba ghanoush & baklava
1513 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ 85281 Get directions
$10–20
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