Philadelphia, PA
- Baklava is a layered pastry dessert made of filo pastry, filled with chopped nuts and sweetened with syrup or honey. And, in Philadelphia, baklava has become a popular dessert at many of the city's Middle Eastern restaurants and bakeries.
Where to Find Baklava in Philadelphia
Cafe Bakery & Grill
Simple Lebanese eatery whipping up flatbreads, baklava & other traditional sweet & savory fare. Located on the corner of 45th and Walnut streets, Manakeesh Cafe Bakery Grill has established itself as the premier destination for Middle Eastern Cuisine in Philadelphia. 4420 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Bitar's
Middle Eastern food store and restaurant offering specialty foods and Mediterranean menu classics like falafel & hummus. Known for their various layers of flaky filo dough stuffed baklava with nuts topped with a sweet syrup. 947 Federal St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Zorba's Tavern
This Greek tavern serves traditional cuisine in a homey space decorated with old-country paintings. Tasty well priced authentic Greek food, pleasant staff, clean restaurant and the baklava is perfectly made. 2230 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Talia's Bagels & Mediterranean Deli
This place offers food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Our bagels are hand-rolled New York water-style bagels. And, of course, one of the cities best homemade baklava. 122 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Pita Chip
Family-owned stop for Middle Eastern-inspired food with an American twist plus delivery & take-out. This place serves up what can only be described as Modern Middle Eastern fare and is one of the best baklavas in town. Located in: Temple University at 1600 N Broad St Unit 7, Philadelphia, PA 19121
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