Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.6 out of 5
Outstanding | 4215 reviews

What Sean O'Leary likes about Babani's:
Wasn't sure what to expect; I've had Mediterranean and Indian cuisine before, and the menu seemed to suggest a little of both. The Kurdish tea was very good, the sauce for the feta-covered bread appetizer was wonderfully spicy and savory, but not overpowering. The Dowjic soup was sublime, a chicken and lemon broth with basil and rice. The chicken over rice was a journey through a beautiful place; I only wish I could... View all feedback. What Bob E doesn't like about Babani's:
Even though the hummus and the lentil soup were good the Chicken Tawa, their weekend signature dish, or its broth, was WAY too salty to the point of being inedible! Portions are small. For almost $30 for the hummus and Chicken Tawa (which comes with a side, I chose the soup) I find it overpriced. Disappointing considering the soup and hummus were spot on. Not sure if I can believe these other reviews are real conside... View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
5.0 ★ from 50 reviews
Salwa
24.09.2024 - 13:38

Came across this restaurant at random and ordered to go. The staff were so kind, warm, and welcoming. The food was phenomenal!!! Hands down some of the best chi...

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Michael
24.09.2024 - 13:38

Amazing as always! Get the bread, lemonade, dowjic, and Tawa.

Tyler
24.09.2024 - 13:38

Everything we had was amazing and I’ll be back to try everything I didn’t. Was especially pleased with the atmosphere and I wouldn’t pass on the baklava which w...

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Casey
24.09.2024 - 13:38

First time and can’t say anything bad about it! The feta was fresh and melted in my mouth, the tabuli was crisp and fresh, and my entree was hot and fried perfe...

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Heidi
24.09.2024 - 13:38

My friend and I set out for food with no particular destination in mind but were quite pleased in finding this restaurant. The food was delicious- incredibly fl...

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Menu
4.8 ★ from 17 reviews
Anthony
20.07.2022 - 08:57

I should never have waited so long to try babanis, but I'm so glad I finally made it. absolutely incredible aromen in everything. the Kurdish brot is from this...

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Լոռիս
20.07.2022 - 08:57

Babani's was great. Went to this place for my birthday and the food and service were excellent. The beef and chicken kabobs are my favorite. The ambiance is gre...

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Demario
20.07.2022 - 08:57

Babani's is one of St Paul's best kept secrets! It is America's first Kurdish restaurant, is family owned, and the food is Spectacular. If that isn't enough, th...

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Audrey
20.07.2022 - 08:57

Wow! An affordable place that is actually really tasty and offers worthwhile options for meat eaters and non meat eaters? What? Yes, this place is affordable an...

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Gerhard
20.07.2022 - 08:57

We were staying nearby in the area and ordered take out right before closing time 7:30. They were able to take our 3 orders and had them all ready within 10 min...

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Int Restaurants
4.6 ★ from 887 reviews
Tony
15.08.2023 - 04:40

Wonderful place. There are so many positive reviews I'd simply be repeating something someone else has said. I've been to Kurdistan three times and stay with fr...

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Tim
15.08.2023 - 04:40

Food was wonderful. Service was even better. Portions are ample. I have visited several cities during my 9 trips to Kurdistan. Babani’s is equally as good or be...

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Sean
15.08.2023 - 04:40

Wasn't sure what to expect; I've had Mediterranean and Indian cuisine before, and the menu seemed to suggest a little of both. The Kurdish tea was very good, th...

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Dawn
15.08.2023 - 04:40

We hadn’t been to Babani’s for a very long time but I suddenly got my tastebuds set on their stuffed eggplant so we visited last night. (After a detour to their...

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Shanna
15.08.2023 - 04:40

Great food, very much like comfort food. Meat, rice, some gravy and salad. Add in tea and friendly service and it's a great place!

Google
4.8 ★ from 776 reviews
Waseem
18.11.2023 - 19:09

The chicken dowjic soup at this restaurant is absolutely delicious and I will definitely be returning for more. The flavors are strong and bold with a noticeabl...

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Sue
18.11.2023 - 19:09

I went to this restaurant with an Afghan family and the service was exceptional. The food was amazing. We dined in for lunch and the price per person was $20-$3...

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Meer
18.11.2023 - 19:09

The Kurdish cuisine here was fantastic. I was craving food from my homeland and this restaurant was just what I needed.

Natalia
18.11.2023 - 19:09

I discovered this place today and I can’t wait to return! It looked very unassuming but the food was delicious! Loved their Beef kabobs that came with Lentil so...

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Andrew
18.11.2023 - 19:09

One of my favorite restaurants of all time; unique and fantastic. Everything on the menu is great. Family owned. Wheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp for w...

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Yelp
4.5 ★ from 2 reviews
David
18.11.2023 - 19:09

I have always enjoyed this restaurant, for at least 15 years now. That's quite a feat in the restaurant industry. I used to love their old location, but the new...

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Gref
18.11.2023 - 19:09

We were visiting for the weekend and decided to stop for lunch. The food was amazing and we had a great experience. I definitely recommend this place.

Sirved
5.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Lovely
28.12.2023 - 04:24

This restaurant has an incredible atmosphere. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and dedicated to providing excellent service to all diners. The food is exceptio...

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Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 102 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.6 ★ from 1132 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.6 ★ from 786 reviews

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