When you are looking for something flavorful, savory and gratifying to your foodie soul, check out Al Madina in Brandon!

I’ve been there about a half dozen times now and have never been disappointed in their food, grocery store or super personable employees! I usually head over there for a take away lunch to bring home. I get there a little earlier that the hot food is ready, as an excuse to browse around this unique middle eastern specialty grocery.

I have several favorites at All Medina but usually stick with the (2) Chicken kabab lunch with rice, chopped salad and hummus. I sometime buy extra hummus, garlic sauce and their bakery fresh packaged pita. They always serve up a satisfying lunch! And they pack it well, still warm when I get home to eat and unbelievably flavorful! 

This store is SPOTLESS! You can eat off their floor! I’ve never written that about a place I’ve purchased food from, ever! They have every spice you could ever need (including sumac and Za’taar!), Turkish delight, fresh hot pita & pickled grape leaves…. Such a treasure right here in Brandon! They are the only place I’ve seen, locally, that carries my favorite childhood treat… Joray Fruit Rolls! And they have Halavah, my mom & dad’s favorite (talk about bring back happy childhood memories!)!

My entire family fights over that warm fresh pita! There is usually nothing left in the plastic pita bag by the next day!

If you haven’t tried it yet, run don’t walk!!! They’re located at 662 Oakfield Dr, Brandon, FL 33511

Bon Appetit

Rachel