Sanabel Middle East Bakery

While visiting the area for work, I wanted to get something I liked instead of the normal catering by chains. I love Middle Eastern Food so wanted to check this out since it was only a 10min drive.3* is probably being kind since the service was so awful. The lady is a 1 person shop so she'll take one person's order then go back to cook it then bring that person their food. Then take next order. So there were only three people in front of us but we were inside 20min before we had our order even taken. The food was good but pricey for what you get. Let alone how long it takes to get it. Very strong garlic taste, which for me was a positive. Definitely won't be coming back since when I am in the area, I have limited time for lunch. Not the type of place if you only have 30min for lunch.I got the Spinach & Feta Hand Pie plus the Chicken & Garlic Sándwich. All tasty but for $17 you would expect more filling.

It is just as the owner has gone on record saying, "Nothing fancy, but everything is fresh" (my paraphrase). I ordered a falafel sandwich from the menu. I didn't count the number of falafel in the wrap but there were maybe 3 inside the wrap. It wasn't fancy, but it was fresh. The freshness and how perfect the falafel were cooked is what stood out to me a made the visit a worthwhile visit. It also transported me back for just a moment to eating falafel in the Middle East a half a year ago. The baked goods and grocery food items looked interesting and delicious. I wasn't sure of most of what I was looking at but I recognized some food items. It all looked like very good homemade food. The store was very well maintained and clean.The owner was very nice to me and went out of her way to be hospitable. From her interaction with others it seems like she has a very strong and loyal customer base.

I'll start out by saying that the food could not be better. I've lived in areas around Detroit with endless middle eastern food options and she still has the best hummus and lentil soup I've ever had. That said, the prices have gotten ridiculous. She charges almost $20 for a quart of lentil soup! Lentil soup is so cheap to make as there are no expensive ingredients. Obviously I could just not get it, which is what I've done for a couple of years now. She also doesn't put the price of the quart of soup on the menu. This seems deliberate to me as she has to know how egregious the pricing is. Oh well, people from the suburbs will continue to come in and buy hundreds of dollars worth of food at a time without blinking an eye. This is how she gets away with the pricing on some of her stuff.

Don't underestimate this local favorite. The Wednesday and Friday special is Lentils and Rice. Don't forget to pick up some of their fresh made hummus and a bag of soft pita!

Have returned to this place and yet again blown away by all of the delicious food. Basically tried everything on the menu and the zatar bread and rice pudding was delicious. The woman who runs this place is always a delight. We sat and stayed for a while and it was nice not being rushed. Definitely will try and return soon.

This hidden Akron gem may not be in the most aestetically pleasing neighborhood, but don't let that stop you from savoring fresh authentic Lebanese fare! I found this place by chance as I was looking a healthy option for lunch. I parked in the rear of the building and walked inside. I was greeted by the owner, a friendly lady who was very helpful in making suggestions as to the items on the menu (e.g., spinach pie, meat pie, hummus, baba gannouj).Seating is limited to a few tables however the store has ample space with a variety of imported products such as olive oil, cheese, beans, seasoning, and even bottles of soda! After viewing the menu posted on the wall behind the counter, I saw that red lentil soup was available and quickly made up my mind!The soup came out hot in a styrofoam cup and was a balanced savory cascade of flavor - not too thick while not watery. After finishing it not only was I satisfied, but more importantly I was spared the guilt of eating lousy. If you like Middle Eastern food and live in Akron, stop over to Sanabel Bakery and be amazed!

I've been going to this place since my grandma was still around. Authentic middle eastern. So fresh and delicious. Anytime I'm in town I have to go here abs stock up on my cheese bread and pita. LOVE LOVE LOVE!!

Stopped in for a shawarma sandwich. Left with meat pies. Spinach pies, taboli and cheese bread.Delicious,!!!!

This place is amazing--who knew we'd find it in Akron. We ordered falafel pitas and then went back in to order hummus, pitas, and Zataar to bring home.

BEST LEBANESE FOOD AROUND !!!! I would order from her every time I can . The pita bread and hummus is so fresh