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Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill

A no-nonsense atmosphere and delicious Middle Eastern fare. You won't find better tabbouleh or falafel.

Best of Big D: Best Mediterranean 2014 View the List

Past Awards

  • Best Neighborhood Restaurants: 2008

Multiple Locations

Lakewood
1901 Abrams Rd.
Dallas, TX 75214
Irving-Las Colinas
5910 N. MacArthur Blvd.
Ste. 121
Irving, TX 75039
Richardson
2103 N. Central Expwy.
Richardson, TX 75080
Website alibabamedgrill.com
This location has closed.

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