Official Little Arabia Food Walking Tour in Anaheim
Rafiki Tours
Experience the authentic flavors and culture of Anaheim’s Little Arabia on this guided food walking tour. Stroll through the heart of this vibrant district as you taste your way across the Middle East — from Lebanese Manakish (the original “Middle Eastern pizza”) at a family bakery to Yemeni Mandi and Haneeth, slow-cooked to perfection. Sample fresh roasted nuts and Turkish delights, then savor Egyptian Molokhia soup and enjoy Arabic tea while learning to write your name in Arabic. Finish with modern Middle Eastern desserts like mango Kunafeh and pistachio custard. A delicious and cultural adventure through one of Anaheim’s hidden gems!
Departure Point
- We’ll meet in front of our first restaurant, located at:
512 S Brookhurst St #5, Anaheim, CA 92804
Your local Guide will be there 10 minutes before the tour starts
Free parking is available nearby, and the area is also accessible by rideshare or taxi.
Return Details
- We’ll meet in front of our first restaurant, located at:
512 S Brookhurst St #5, Anaheim, CA 92804
Your local Guide will be there 10 minutes before the tour starts
Free parking is available nearby, and the area is also accessible by rideshare or taxi.
Duration
3 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - Arabic
- Human tour guide - Portuguese
- Human tour guide - English
- Human tour guide - Spanish
Points of Interest
Stop At: Little Arabia District
791 S Brookhurst St, Anaheim, California
Stop 1 – Forn El Hara Lebanese Bakery (Approx. 30 minutes) Our culinary journey begins at Forn El Hara, a Lebanese bakery and restaurant that has been a cornerstone of Anaheim’s Little Arabia since 1998. Here, we’ll enjoy the famous Manakish, often called the Middle Eastern pizza. This traditional dish originated in the ancient Levant, with roots reaching back to Phoenician times, and was even recorded in a 10th-century Arabic cookbook. You’ll get to taste versions topped with thyme (za’atar), cheese, spinach, and spiced ground meat—all freshly baked in a traditional oven.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Little Arabia District
791 S Brookhurst St, Anaheim, California
Stop 2 – House of Mandi (Approx. 45 minutes) Next, we visit House of Mandi, one of the most authentic restaurants in Anaheim’s Little Arabia district. Here, you’ll savor Mandi and Haneeth, signature dishes from Yemen that have become beloved across Dubai, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. Mandi’s roots trace back to Bedouin tribes who developed this slow-cooked method to prepare meat and rice in the desert. Cooked for nearly four hours, the result is tender, aromatic, and deeply flavorful—an unforgettable taste of traditional Arabian hospitality.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Little Arabia District
791 S Brookhurst St, Anaheim, California
Stop 3 – Fresh Nuts Roastery (Approx. 15 minutes) We’ll then take a short walk to Fresh Nuts Roastery, a neighborhood favorite known for its wide selection of freshly roasted Middle Eastern nuts and Turkish delights. You’ll sample these sweet and savory bites while learning how such snacks play a role in everyday Middle Eastern gatherings.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Little Arabia District
791 S Brookhurst St, Anaheim, California
Stop 4 – Al Mahrousa Egyptian Restaurant (Approx. 45 minutes) Our next stop brings us to Al Mahrousa, a cozy Egyptian restaurant where we’ll try one of Egypt’s most beloved comfort foods — Molokhia (Mulukheya). This traditional green soup is made by simmering minced jute mallow leaves in a flavorful broth and finishing it with a sizzling garlic and coriander topping known as tasha. The result is rich, aromatic, and truly unique. While enjoying your meal, you’ll also sip a cup of Arabic tea and take part in a fun mini cultural activity — learning to write your name in Arabic! In about 30 minutes, you’ll master a few letters and take home a personalized souvenir of your visit
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Little Arabia District
791 S Brookhurst St, Anaheim, California
Stop 5 – Dessert & Stroll Through the Market (Approx. 20 minutes) We’ll take a 10-minute walk through the neighborhood, passing a local Arabic market where you’ll have a few minutes to browse. Our final stop is a modern Middle Eastern dessert café that blends traditional Egyptian flavors with creative presentation. You’ll indulge in Kunafeh with mango, Dubai chocolate custard, and pistachio-topped delights—a perfect sweet ending to your flavorful journey through Little Arabia.
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We’ll meet in front of our first restaurant, located at:
512 S Brookhurst St #5, Anaheim, CA 92804
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Rafiki Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Experience the authentic flavors and culture of Anaheim’s Little Arabia on this guided food walking tour. Stroll through the heart of this vibrant district as you taste your way across the Middle East — from Lebanese Manakish (the original “Middle Eastern pizza”) at a family bakery to Yemeni Mandi and Haneeth, slow-cooked to perfection. Sample fresh roasted nuts and Turkish delights, then savor Egyptian Molokhia soup and enjoy Arabic tea while learning to write your name in Arabic. Finish with modern Middle Eastern desserts like mango Kunafeh and pistachio custard. A delicious and cultural adventure through one of Anaheim’s hidden gems!
Departure Point
- We’ll meet in front of our first restaurant, located at:
512 S Brookhurst St #5, Anaheim, CA 92804
Your local Guide will be there 10 minutes before the tour starts
Free parking is available nearby, and the area is also accessible by rideshare or taxi.
Return Details
- We’ll meet in front of our first restaurant, located at:
512 S Brookhurst St #5, Anaheim, CA 92804
Your local Guide will be there 10 minutes before the tour starts
Free parking is available nearby, and the area is also accessible by rideshare or taxi.
Duration
3 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - Arabic
- Human tour guide - Portuguese
- Human tour guide - English
- Human tour guide - Spanish
Points of Interest
Stop At: Little Arabia District
791 S Brookhurst St, Anaheim, California
Stop 1 – Forn El Hara Lebanese Bakery (Approx. 30 minutes) Our culinary journey begins at Forn El Hara, a Lebanese bakery and restaurant that has been a cornerstone of Anaheim’s Little Arabia since 1998. Here, we’ll enjoy the famous Manakish, often called the Middle Eastern pizza. This traditional dish originated in the ancient Levant, with roots reaching back to Phoenician times, and was even recorded in a 10th-century Arabic cookbook. You’ll get to taste versions topped with thyme (za’atar), cheese, spinach, and spiced ground meat—all freshly baked in a traditional oven.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Little Arabia District
791 S Brookhurst St, Anaheim, California
Stop 2 – House of Mandi (Approx. 45 minutes) Next, we visit House of Mandi, one of the most authentic restaurants in Anaheim’s Little Arabia district. Here, you’ll savor Mandi and Haneeth, signature dishes from Yemen that have become beloved across Dubai, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. Mandi’s roots trace back to Bedouin tribes who developed this slow-cooked method to prepare meat and rice in the desert. Cooked for nearly four hours, the result is tender, aromatic, and deeply flavorful—an unforgettable taste of traditional Arabian hospitality.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Little Arabia District
791 S Brookhurst St, Anaheim, California
Stop 3 – Fresh Nuts Roastery (Approx. 15 minutes) We’ll then take a short walk to Fresh Nuts Roastery, a neighborhood favorite known for its wide selection of freshly roasted Middle Eastern nuts and Turkish delights. You’ll sample these sweet and savory bites while learning how such snacks play a role in everyday Middle Eastern gatherings.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Little Arabia District
791 S Brookhurst St, Anaheim, California
Stop 4 – Al Mahrousa Egyptian Restaurant (Approx. 45 minutes) Our next stop brings us to Al Mahrousa, a cozy Egyptian restaurant where we’ll try one of Egypt’s most beloved comfort foods — Molokhia (Mulukheya). This traditional green soup is made by simmering minced jute mallow leaves in a flavorful broth and finishing it with a sizzling garlic and coriander topping known as tasha. The result is rich, aromatic, and truly unique. While enjoying your meal, you’ll also sip a cup of Arabic tea and take part in a fun mini cultural activity — learning to write your name in Arabic! In about 30 minutes, you’ll master a few letters and take home a personalized souvenir of your visit
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Little Arabia District
791 S Brookhurst St, Anaheim, California
Stop 5 – Dessert & Stroll Through the Market (Approx. 20 minutes) We’ll take a 10-minute walk through the neighborhood, passing a local Arabic market where you’ll have a few minutes to browse. Our final stop is a modern Middle Eastern dessert café that blends traditional Egyptian flavors with creative presentation. You’ll indulge in Kunafeh with mango, Dubai chocolate custard, and pistachio-topped delights—a perfect sweet ending to your flavorful journey through Little Arabia.
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We’ll meet in front of our first restaurant, located at:
512 S Brookhurst St #5, Anaheim, CA 92804
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Rafiki Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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