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Ali Baba's Tunisian Cuisine
Berber Rice Meal
One of the most frequently praised dishes; reviewers repeatedly called it delicious, creamy, richly flavored, and well-balanced, with perfectly cooked rice, tender lamb, and generous portions.
Lamb Berber
Highly recommended for its tender lamb, rich and satisfying flavor, and perfectly cooked rice; multiple reviews mention it as incredible, awesome, and a dish they would order again.
Kascrute
Strongly recommended for its packed flavor and spices, delicious toasted Lebanese bread wrap, and great presentation; several reviewers said it was incredible or absolutely delicious.
Falafel
Recommended for being crispy outside, fresh and green inside, and not dry; reviewers also praised it as great and a standout side or main.
Traditional Pasta
Mentioned as one of the best pasta dishes by reviewers who said it was surprisingly delicious and the best pasta they’d had, making it a standout recommendation.
Kebab Wrap
Praised as very satisfying and enjoyable, with reviewers specifically highlighting the tasty wrap and flavorful kebab filling.
Garlic Fries
Recommended for the garlic sauce, which reviewers described as a nice new flavor and a tasty addition to the meal.
Lamb Shawarma Platter
Called out for its beautifully marinated, tender, juicy lamb and fluffy rice; reviewers described it as a must-try and a star of the meal.
Arayes
Recommended for its rich, hearty flavor, crispy grilled pita, and juicy meat filling; reviewers described it as savory and memorable.
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
About Ali Baba's Tunisian Cuisine
Ali Baba's Tunisian Cuisine is a Tunisian restaurant in Rotorua, New Zealand. The menu draws frequent praise for kebabs, falafel, rice dishes, kascrute, and Tunisian-style pasta, with reviewers often calling out the Berber rice meals, lamb dishes, and traditional noodles with lamb. It is described as casual and cozy, with dine-in, takeout, and outdoor seating available. Reviewers consistently praise the flavorful food, generous portions, and friendly service, even when the shop is busy or staffed by only a few people.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Ali Baba's Tunisian Cuisine known for?
It is best known for kebabs and Berber rice meals, especially the lamb Berber and lamb shawarma-style plates. Reviewers also repeatedly praise the kascrute, falafel, and Tunisian pasta for being flavorful, well spiced, and filling.
What dishes are most recommended at Ali Baba's Tunisian Cuisine?
The most frequently recommended items are the lamb Berber, Berber chicken rice meal, kascrute, falafel, and mixed or chicken lamb kebabs. Reviewers also highlight the traditional noodles with lamb, Ali Baba pasta meal, and arayes for their rich flavor and generous portions.
What is the atmosphere like at Ali Baba's Tunisian Cuisine?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and small, with a setup that works well for dine-in or takeout. Reviewers say it suits solo diners, couples, and small groups, but large groups may find the space tight.
Is Ali Baba's Tunisian Cuisine good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is NZ$10–20, and reviewers often say the portions are generous for the cost. Dishes like the Berber rice meal and lamb plates are described as filling, with leftovers sometimes taken home.
How fast is service at Ali Baba's Tunisian Cuisine?
Several reviews mention that food can come out quickly, with one lamb Berber order ready in about 10 minutes. At busy lunch times, service may slow a bit because the shop is small and sometimes appears to be run by only one or two staff members.
Is parking available at Ali Baba's Tunisian Cuisine?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Ali Baba's Tunisian Cuisine have vegetarian options?
Yes, Ali Baba's Tunisian Cuisine offers vegan options.
Is Ali Baba's Tunisian Cuisine kid-friendly?
Yes, Ali Baba's Tunisian Cuisine is good for kids.
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