Holy Land Deli

Heading out of Minneapolis for spring break and due to a flight delay, we had a little longer than anticipated which let us to be on the search for dinner. Was excited to see that there was a holy land option just over in the next set of gates. Walked over and saw a cute set up where the window looked like a food truck.Quick look at the menu was that they had the basics. Gyro Sandwich, Gyro plate, Shawarma plate, beef plate, and combo plate. I ordered the combo plate but was told they were out of beef so went with just the chicken. We also got a Gyro plate. Serving sizes were extremely large and two plates enough for our family of four. There is a ton of rice so it's easy to fill up on that. The food was fresh, although it wasn't as good as directly from the restaurant. I would say one downside was that the person working the counter was definitely lacking in customer service. Not necessarily rude, but just seemed annoyed at the fact that they had customers.Overall, I'm glad that the Minneapolis airport has a wide variety of offerings beyond the chains and I can see myself headed to Holy Land again if I'm in need of a meal before a flight.

This was my first trip to Holy Land's restaurant, although I've previously shopped in the store.It's a bit confusing how to order, but there are menus and you order at the counter (and pay). You are then issued a number and they bring the food to your table. The ambiance of Holy Land is "basic" to be polite. However, in my travels to the Middle East, this is actually how all of the restaurants looked. So although very plain, it is authentic.More importantly, the food was excellent. My wife had the appetizer plate as an entrée. Although all of the included food was good, and more than enough quantity, she thought the overall food was a bit bland and wished she had ordered a regular entree. However, she said it would be great for a group. It does include Holy Land's famous hummus which is the best I've tasted in the Twin Cities (except, perhaps, Emily's Lebanese Deli, whose hummus is very, very garlicy which I like). You can also pick up a container of hummus in the grocery store.My chicken kababs came with a side Greek Salad that was surprisingly fresh, crispy, and tasty. Also included was several pieces of pita bread (fresh takes it to a higher level) and a sauce of my choosing (cucumber, which was a great dip for the chicken and for the hummus).The chicken kabobs were excellent and included onion and peppers. The chicken was not overcooked (easy to do) and very well seasoned. Along with the chicken was a huge serving of yellow rice. This also was flavored to perfection and not just white rice with turmeric. This rice was also very authentic (in flavor and quantity) to what I have had in the Middle East.Holy Land has a lunch menu with very reasonable prices. I recommend checking them out. Then go next door and wonder through the amazing grocery store full of specialty Middle Eastern products. I was able to buy fresh lamb, which is almost impossible in the Twin Cities. The prices were very reasonable and if you like lamb, a trip to Holy Land is well worth the travel.I also bought a box of excellent Baklava for about five dollars, which is not that much more than you would pay for one piece in a regular restaurant.

Stopped here again during a morning layover just to eat a falafel wrap at 9am. This place is a gem.

Decided to give this place a try before my flight back home. I ordered the Chicken Shawarma plate. Which consisted of rice and very small amount of chicken and a pickle ( the pickle was a first). The food wasn't bad it was just bland. I mean nothing had any flavor whatsoever. The only thing that had flavor was the garlic sauce. After ordering my food I noticed that this place was actually featured on Diners Drive-Ins and Dives. Which really doesn't say much because I've eaten at a few of the places that have been featured on this program and none of them were as good as the host made it seem. The people working were okay not very friendly but nor were they unfriendly or mean. To me it seems like they are there to do their job and that's it.

Yum yum! I got the falafel wrap and make it a meal for an extra $5. So I got a side of fries and a drink too. Super pleased with the wrap it was really tasty and full of flavor. While the falafel is fried, it didn't feel greasy. I got the wrap with some hot sauce for an extra kick. The cucumbers were crispy which added to the texture of the wrap. The fries were the true star. I love when the fries are slightly breaded and extra crispy. Got some hummus too and excited to try it on my flight. **the only downside is the fountain drink dispenser is also used by the restaurant next to it and it's super awkward because the servers are pouring drinks and you're just awkwardly waiting to get your drink.

Cool little food truck exterior. Quick and easy service. Prices are lower than what you'd expect at an airport so two thumbs up here from me.Ordered the vegetable samosas for $10 and was served freshly made in 10 minutes of wait time. The 8 mini samosas had peas and potatoes as expected. Not overly greasy. Enough to tie me over for a few hours. The to-go container included pickled cauliflower and other vegetables below.

Great gyros and sandwiches. This is our go to place for gyros. Friendly staff and fabulous grocery store!

Place is horrible! Two slices of thin gyro meat if that's what you call it! The gyro sandwich was just full of lettuce and I asked for garlic.

Food: 3.5/5Service: 4/5Ambiance: n/aOverall: A good food option for the airport when you want something different than the usual chain food. The extended review... Food: Gyro Plate - A very hearty meal just before a flight. The gyro was very tasty though not quite as plentiful in portion, the rice and pita were there to complete the meal and fill me up before my flight. Service: Friendly host and cashier. Ambiance: Not much of one since it's more of a grab and go place. There is some seating in the common food area.

Very good restaurant it was the best restaurant I have ever been halal and has a small halal mini market the food is so good meditarian food I really appreciate it if you go here you'l enjoy your food before your flight Thank you