Zahav is an Israeli restaurant in Old City/Society Hill that’s become a Philly institution.

Spice Finch is a Mediterranean spot in Rittenhouse that’s great for everything from a client dinner to drinks at the bar.

Kamal’s in Reading Terminal Market has great falafel sandwiches and smoothies.

Goldie is a falafel shop in Franklin’s Table from the people behind Zahav.

K’Far is an all-day Israeli cafe from the people who run Zahav. They have great pastries, Jerusalem bagels, kubaneh toasts, and a full bar.

Hadramout is a small Yemeni restaurant near Penn that’s good for a quick lunch or group dinner.

Manakeesh is a Lebanese bakery in West Philly that’s good for a quick coffee or a flatbread with some friends.

Goldie is a fast casual falafel shop in Rittenhouse that’s good for a healthy lunch or casual dinner.

Head to Marrakesh is a cash-only Moroccan spot in Society Hill with belly dancers and tables you recline at.

Manakeesh in West Philly makes super affordable Lebanese food that’s some of the best in the city.

Irwin’s is an indoor/outdoor bar in the Bok Building in South Philly that serves Mediterranean food along with solid cocktails.