Drop by any of these places to truly appreciate the vast scope of delicious foods the region is known for.
Whether its succulent shawarma slowly turning on a rotisserie or a big bowl of hummus loaded with chickpeas, there's something about Middle Eastern cuisine that truly ignites the appetite. Foods from the region are increasingly growing in popularity with falafel and doner kebabs now staples here. Rice dishes such as lamb and chicken mandy have also become popular. There's something in the combination of dry flatbreads, tender meat chunks and zesty spices that creates a kind of culinary magic.
Here are six places around the Klang Valley that serve delicious Middle Eastern meals, from baba ghanoush to baklava.
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1. Halab KL
Syrian flavours take centre stage at this cheery, modern restaurant; 'Halab' is the Arabic name for Aleppo, Syria. Piped-in music and photos of famous Middle Eastern locations create a warm and inviting atmosphere but it's dishes like the Chicken Maklouba, a tantalising mix of chicken, rice and eggplant, that make us stay longer.
Halab KL | 35, Jalan Berangan, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur | +603-2110 4146 | Order via SmartBite
