Almandi Restaurant, a hidden gem located at 797 Broadway in Buffalo, NY, has captured the hearts of its patrons with authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. Since its inception in 2019, it has built a solid reputation for consistently delivering delicious food and generous portions. Customers rave about the Lamb Haneeth, Chicken Mandi, and the succulent grilled fish, all expertly seasoned to perfection. The Chicken Agdaah, a flavorful curry, also garners high praise. The restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere complemented by friendly service, making it a welcoming spot for families and individuals alike. With private booths and prayer areas, Almandi accommodates a diverse clientele, enhancing the dining experience. Guests appreciate the complimentary tea, often described as extraordinary, which adds a unique touch to their meals. Parking is ample, and the convenience of a fresh juice and dessert stall enhances the overall culinary experience. Reviewers like Shazbo and Azizuddin Ali Mir confirm that the quality remains high even after years, making it a reliable choice for Arabic food lovers. With its commitment to excellent food and hospitality, Almandi Restaurant rightly earns its place as a recommended destination for anyone seeking authentic Halal dining in Buffalo.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves comfort food
Serves halal food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Has changing table(s)
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Almandi Restaurant
Shazbo
May 21,2025
We have been going to Al Mandi since 2019 and can safely say the food has never disappointed. The taste, quality and portion size has been exceptional and consistent. The staff are very nice especially the chef. The free tea is so delicious and I don’t think we will taste anything like it. They have a family room with booths for privacy and also another section for non families. There are 2 prayer areas and 2 separate bathrooms. A fresh juice and dessert stall is within the restaurant. The Lamb Haneeth, Chicken Mandi, Foul Moudamas, Lamb Broth are delicious as well as other dishes. Too many to mention really. There is ample parking available with the entrance through to the family room.
Shaan
May 16,2025
The Chicken is tender and flavorful, the lamb with bread is succulent, and the grilled fish is perfectly seasoned. The cozy atmosphere and friendly staff enhance the dining experience. Highly recommended for authentic Middle Eastern cuisine!
Azizuddin Ali Mir
Apr 28,2025
Excellent authentic Arabic food reasonably priced. Must try for Arabic food lovers! Update:We came here almost after 5 years. The taste is the same. We enjoyed a hearty and healthy lunch. The fresh fruit juices are also a must try. Definitely recommend!
Aileen Farrell
Mar 29,2025
Amazing food and service! Great Sambusa and chicken curry!
William Medina
Mar 2,2025
I come here several times a month and I enjoy the atmosphere, the food and the customer service is amazing.
Michelle Wong
Feb 18,2025
Very friendly service. We ate in the family section, and it was nice and quiet. There were booths for privacy, very nice. Food: - Broth: Delicious and only 1 (10/10) - Lamb Haneeth: The most tender lamb I have ever had. Fall off the bone. (8.4/10) - Grilled fish: Moist and well cooked (8.3/10) - Chicken Curry: Good flavor and tender chicken, I just prefer more sauce (7.3/10) - Rice: Very good and flavorful (9.2/10) - Bread Tames: Large size, crispy but still soft. (8.9/10) - Fakh Fakhina Juice (smoothies): Fresh fruit and freshly made to order. Many delicious flavors. Everyone who had one, ended up getting a second because they were so good. (10/10) 5/5 definitely recommend this place. They accept Apple Pay & Google pay. They will also allow you to split the bill amongst your party. You can order ahead and dine in.
M Farah
Feb 11,2025
"An excellent dining experience! The food is outstanding, and the service is quick and efficient. The atmosphere is wonderful, and the aroma of the food draws you in from the moment you step inside. Highly recommended!"
Ibrahim Khatib
Feb 9,2025
When I become a millionaire, might just donate my fridge and stove, convert my kitchen into a man cave, and just eat Almandy every day. This is some real, visceral, gutteral Yemeni food. Get the classic lamb stuff ie. haneedh, or better yet the mandy which I discovered is like the same thing but with even MORE flavor, and make sure you tell them to put the khudar over it which is just seasoned grilled veggies they use for some other recipes but they really should be putting on the lamb stuff by default. I only know about it cuz one of their guys just threw it on one day for me, I guess that was just his thing? But if you're a Real G that understands game, then forget all that just order the kibda, ask for extra gravy. Don't worry about what it is, just eat that. I thought my dad's kibda was good (Palestinian) til I had it in Egypt, but somehow this Yemeni kibda got them both beat. If you eat in, they'll bring you some spiced maraq, just a simple broth soup made from the drippings of the meats they cook. On a cold winter day forget hot cocoa just give me that stuff. They also have other iconic Yemeni soups like salta or fahsa which are all wild good, and nothing like other soups you know. Also their baked chicken is super popular though not my thing, I mean dude they got lamb, who is out here missing that for some ordinary baked chicken with red stuff on it? And ABSOLUTELY try their smoothie kiosk, This is important. Trust me this ain't Jamba juice. He has real fruit and nuts and all kinds of things and he makes juices and smoothies that you never thought could be a thing. They're not evenreally smoothies, it's just the closest word English has for the miracles of the juice kiosk dude (real good dude too). Araisi is my wife's favorite one, it's like mango yogurt loaded up with a whole world of fruits and nuts and other stuff I don't know what.
Reviews For Almandi Restaurant