Zakia Deli

"Zakia Deli dishes up fresh Lebanese and Greek fare in Northeast Minneapolis, just off Stinson Boulevard. Hot falafel sandwiches, gyros, kebabs, baba ghanoush, and spinach pie are all staples here — but the best move is to take advantage of Zakia’s daily specials, which feature entrees like lamb shank, bazella (a pea stew), and cabbage rolls. Call in to place orders for free delivery or pickup." - Eli Radtke

"Stop by Zakia for some of the Cities’ best Greek and Lebanese food. This is a great spot for a quick gyro or kibbi to go, but if you have more time, don’t hesitate to dine in on the bright little patio. Specials rotate daily at $12.99 (think lamb shank, bazella and rice, and savory loubieh, a green bean stew); sandwiches and kebabs hit the $10 mark. A piece of baklava or honey cake is a must." - Justine Jones, Alex Lodner

"Though a deli might not be the most traditional setting for Lebanese cuisine, Zakia Deli has been delighting diners with its unique approach since 2007. Offering traditional Lebanese dishes in familiar American-style deli digs, it serves cold deli sides and rotating hot daily specials. From the deli, try the fasoolya, a refreshing dish of kidney beans in a light dressing, or visit on a Friday for the loubieh special, a savory Lebanese stew of green beans, onions, garlic, and red bell peppers in a rich tomato sauce. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a variety of desserts like baklava, honey cake, coconut cake, turmeric cake, molasses cake, and many more." - Matthew Awad, Stacy Brooks

"To keep the bill small, stick to the specialty sandwiches and salads. The mjadra sandwich, naturally stuffed with Zakia’s signature mjadra, is a go-to vegan option. Omnivores should check out the kafta meatball kabob – meatballs, veggies, and parsley with hummus, and spicy giardiniera." - Eater Staff, Will Simons