Aladdin Pita

4.7 ( 1780 reviews )
Checking... 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
3750 W 80th Ln, Merrillville, IN 46410, United States
+1 219-736-5204

Aladdin Pita, nestled in Merrillville, IN, is quickly becoming a favorite among those seeking authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. Diners rave about the freshness and homemade touch of every dish, with standout items including the delicious lentil soup, warm pita, and flavorful hummus. Customers like Yesenia Rybarski and Fareed Mohammed highlight the friendly service and delightful beverages, especially the hand-squeezed orange juice.

One of the major attractions is their weekend buffet, which offers a diverse array of dishes, as noted by Nabil Ibtehaz. With options like tender lamb and flavorful rice, each bite is bursting with authentic seasonings. Although some observed the limited variety in meat dishes, the overall dining experience exceeds expectations, especially for just $30—a fair price for such quality.

The ambiance at Aladdin Pita is inviting and roomy, making it a pleasant spot for a cozy lunch or a gathering with friends. Every visit promises not just a meal, but an experience filled with genuine flavors and welcoming hospitality. This hidden gem is definitely worth repeated visits!

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Offers delivery
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Has all you can eat
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves halal food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves organic dishes
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Quiet
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Accepts SNAP/EBT
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Aladdin Pita

Yesenia Rybarski
Jun 28,2025
The service was fast and the wait staff were very friendly. The food was delicious! Everything was fresh and homemade. Definitely authentic and you can taste the seasonings in every bite. The coffee was delicious but so was the hand squeezed orange juice. Can’t wait to come back again soon, can’t believe I’ve waited this long to try this hidden gem!
Seth Halstead
May 14,2025
This place has great food at reasonable prices with good service. They have great lentil soup, and they give you warm pita and hummus, both of which are delicious. It's a bit unassuming, and they have a small grocery store right when you walk in, but the restaurant is nice and a very pleasant place for a nice lunch. I also tried the rice pudding, and I'm a harsh citric of rice puddings, but this one was excellent. This review is based on 3 experiences about 6 months apart.
Nabil Ibtehaz
May 2,2025
We tried their weekend buffet, Sunday 1-9, (reservation recommended), which was phenomenal. The buffet had like 10 dishes, but all were equally delicious and beyond expectations. The lambs were tender, the rices were flavorful, the pastas were scrumptious. They provided pita breads on the tables which is really nice to eat with the soup, particularly the lentil soup. Only downside is the lack of beef dishes (there was only one with okra). The dessert section was a bit limited but they were amazing. 30 for this halal buffet may seem much, but it’s totally worth it.
Mehmet Ali Akgün
Apr 17,2025
Halal food. Delicious. Nice and roomy atmosphere.
Fareed Mohammed
Apr 3,2025
The wait staff was polite and the service was prompt. The cuisine was excellent! Everything was created by hand and fresh. You can taste the flavors in every bite, making it real. Both the coffee and the freshly squeezed orange juice were excellent. I can't believe I've waited this long to try this hidden gem—I can't wait to return soon!
Carrie Snyder
Apr 2,2025
Food was great called and placed order to go. Was ready fast and service was great. Always friendly staff. Love going there to eat for dine in. I can't wait to try their buffet on Sundays! 4-9
John Fletcher
Mar 7,2025
Just stopped here yesterday, my first visit. Middle eastern grocery where you enter and a rather large restaurant to the left. Friendly employees, I had the beef Shawarma it was really good. Nice rice on the side. It came with soup, a nice small dish of both humus and baba ganoush. With a couple of pieces of pita. Of course I asked for sumac and hot sauce. Great meal, I'll be back soon.
Irithylle Nichole
Mar 6,2025
Been about 10 years since I been here, food is still cooked very well, and tasty. Some items are a little pricey, but overall good deals still. Had a meal for around 14 and I enjoy the dark ambience inside.

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