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Heart of Middle East Grocery & Bakery

Middle Eastern, Vegan Pastries

Worth ordering: Hummusnamed in 5 reviews

Try the vegan lentil pastry and the hummus or garlic dip.

$

Top tips

  • Browse the shelves for Middle Eastern spices, olive oil, and snacks.
  • Ask which spreads and baked goods are vegan, since the shop also carries dairy-containing items.

People mention

Lentil pastry and falafel.

Good for

Praised for friendly service, affordable and attentive service.

Good to know

  • Dessert, takeout, quick bites

About

This neighborhood Middle Eastern market pairs shelves of spices, olive oil, and pantry staples with homemade dips and baked goods; reviewers specifically praise the hummus, baba ghanoush, and vegan lentil pastry. It’s a casual stop for takeout and groceries, with homemade Dubai chocolate and baklava drawing dessert fans and reviewers noting reasonable prices and friendly service.

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3526 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60657

Opening hours

Monday
09:30–22:00
Tuesday
09:30–22:00
Wednesday
09:30–22:00
Thursday
09:30–22:00
Friday
09:00–01:00
Saturday
09:00–01:00
Sunday
09:30–20:30

the food

4.7 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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eating vegan

Limited vegan options

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
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