Detroit · Dearborn

Al-Ameer

Name: Al-Ameer
Address: Detroit, MI, US
Price range: $$

#11 in DetroitLebanese$$

Awards

4.3

James Beard Regional

What People Are Saying

“In town on a work trip and did my homework before picking a spot, and this place absolutely delivered. Al Ameer isn’t just another Middle Eastern restaurant, it’s a cornerstone of Dearborn’s food scene and a James Beard America’s Classics Award winn...”

New Buzz

Readers pick Al Ameer as winner in 2026 Free Press Shawarma Showdown

Detroit Free Press · 2 months ago

We have our final two matchups in the 2026 Free Press Shawarma Showdown as No. 1 My Big Fat Shawarma competes with Al Ameer Restaurant.

facebook.com · 3 months ago

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What to Order

Hummus and Falafel

Start with the hummus and crispy falafel. Both are consistently praised, and the warm housemade pita makes them the table anchors.

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