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Bab Al-Yemen

Best Middle Eastern Food in Oakland

Authentic Yemeni Cuisine in California
A Taste of Yemen

A Taste of Yemen

Yemeni cuisine is a blend of vibrant flavors, reflecting the country's rich history and diverse cultural influences. Staple ingredients like lamb, chicken, rice, and lentils are used to create signature dishes like mandi (slow-cooked meat and rice), and there is no better place than Bab Al-Yemen to get a real taste of the cuisine.
Rich Flavors & Succulent Meats

Rich Flavors & Succulent Meats

Let us take you on a mouthwatering journey through Yemen's hearty and most loved dishes. We serve up tender, spiced lamb and juicy chicken in a variety of ways, from traditional Mendi to Mufaa and Haneeth. Each bite brings bold flavors, from the warmth of cardamom to the earthiness of cumin. We promise to transport you to the heart of the Middle East and give you a feast you won't soon forget.
Join Us for Dine-In, Takeout, or Delivery

Join Us for Dine-In, Takeout, or Delivery

Get your hands on some Bab Al-Yemen any time of day, any way. Open from 8am-9pm (10pm on weekends) and available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery for your convenience, we look forward to serving you!
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Welcome to Bab Al-Yemen

Welcome to Bab Al-Yemen

Our mission is to serve fresh and delicious Yemeni cuisine from all over Yemen and to always achieve a high level of customer satisfaction. We specialize in traditional cuisine, such as Haneeth (Lamb), Aqda (Chicken), Mendi, and more, cooked by authentic Yemeni chefs.

What our guests are saying

Second visit to this restaurant; the Chicken Mandi was great and the Lamb Haneeth was perfectly cooked! The food is really delicious and tasty! Service is great; they have different options of seating and a big parking lot! Highly recommended!

Tareq M.

Tareq M.

Honestly 10/10 for everything! The food is amazing, my go to is the Lamb Haneeth or Chicken Mendi. The service is very nice; the waiter always greets you with a smile and is extremely kind. The atmosphere is one of my favorite parts. Each table has its own booth with a tent-like cloth for privacy. It's a great place for family and friend gatherings. Highly recommend!

Anieka N.

Anieka N.

This restaurant was so incredibly beautiful. The staff was extremely friendly and professional. The food was absolutely delightful. It felt like we were on vacation overseas. My family and I had a great experience!

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Pescatarian Options

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