Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Venice
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Baba Mediterranean
Customizable bowls and wraps with classic shawarma-and-falafel flavors.
Notable Picks
8.1
Counter-service spot just off Windward Circle serving build-your-own bowls, wraps, and plates with classic Middle Eastern proteins and toppings. Locals use it for quick, customizable lunches and late-day takeout near the beach.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken shawarma bowl, Falafel wrap, Fried cauliflower plate
What Makes it Special: Customizable bowls and wraps with classic shawarma-and-falafel flavors.
Worthy Picks
7.7
Boardwalk-side halal counter turning out shawarma, doner, and falafel with ocean-breeze seating steps from the sand. It’s a practical pre- or post-beach stop with fast ticket times and fair pricing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken shawarma wrap, Beef doner plate, Falafel sandwich
What Makes it Special: Halal-friendly Middle Eastern staples right on the Venice boardwalk.