Middle Eastern feast spread with baklava, spices, bread and Turkish delights
Welcome to Our Family Store

A Little Taste of Home

Step in and feel at home. Fresh breads, handcrafted sweets, premium spices, imported chocolates, and everyday groceries — all made with love and tradition.

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Come visit us — 3526 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60657📞(224) 322-6082
Our Collection

Browse by Category

Turkish Delights

Turkish Delights

Dips & Spreads

Dips & Spreads

Middle Eastern Pies

Middle Eastern Pies

Baklava

Baklava

Dubai Chocolate

Dubai Chocolate

Fresh Pastries

Fresh Pastries

Fresh Bread

Fresh Bread

Premium Spices

Premium Spices

Nuts & Mixed Nuts

Nuts & Mixed Nuts

Dry Fruits

Dry Fruits

Imported Chocolates

Imported Chocolates

Everyday Groceries

Everyday Groceries

Artisan Selection

Featured Products

BaklavaSale

Sweets

Baklava

$18.99$24.99
Dubai Chocolate Bar

Chocolate

Dubai Chocolate Bar

$12.99
Turkish Delight BoxSale

Sweets

Turkish Delight Box

$15.99$19.99
Fresh Pita Bread

Bread

Fresh Pita Bread

$4.99
Middle Eastern Spices

Spices

Middle Eastern Spices

$7.99
Mixed Premium Nuts

Nuts

Mixed Premium Nuts

$22.99
Dried Mango & Kiwi Mix

Dry Fruits

Dried Mango & Kiwi Mix

$9.99
Middle Eastern Hummus

Dips

Middle Eastern Hummus

$6.49
Viral Fruit Pastry

Sweets

Viral Fruit Pastry

$8.99
Traditional Middle Eastern marketplace with spices and lanterns
Our Story

A Taste of Home,
Generations in the Making

Heart of Middle East brings authentic Middle Eastern flavors and traditions to your home. From handcrafted pastries and fresh bread to imported chocolates and premium spices, we offer carefully selected products inspired by generations of culture and hospitality.

Every item on our shelves tells a story — of artisans, of family recipes passed down through time, and of a deep commitment to quality that we share with every customer who walks through our doors.

Family-Owned

Rooted in tradition and love

Premium Quality

Only the finest ingredients

Fresh Daily

Baked and prepared every morning

Community First

Serving families since day one

What Makes Us Special

The Heart Difference

Fresh Daily Bread

Baked every morning — pita, manakish, ka'ak and more. Arrive early for the warmest picks.

Imported Weekly Specials

New arrivals from Lebanon, Turkey, and Iran every week. Exclusive items you won't find elsewhere.

Handmade Desserts

Baklava, kunafa, maamoul — crafted by hand using traditional recipes and the finest ingredients.

Organic & Premium

Curated selection of organic spices, cold-pressed oils, and premium nuts sourced ethically.

Testimonials

Loved by Our Community

Google

"Love this spot. They have delicious homemade desserts and dips, and the olive oil they sell is a staple for salads and spreads. If you're in need of any spice or herb, no matter how rare, I guarantee they have it. It's g…"

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Marie Mikhail

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"Ahmed was really sweet, very clean store with a really nice variety of grocery and pantry items. I picked up the hummus and babaganoush, as well as a couple of the pies. All delicious and tasty, will definitely be coming…"

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Sarah Hartigan

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"Was so fun looking around the shelves. I came to try the baklava and got a little sampler - it was top notch! And I'm usually picky about my baklava! Can't wait to come back and try some other flavors. I also grabbed som…"

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Ashleigh Mavros

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"This neighborhood Middle Eastern market is a true gem, with fresh hummus, baba ghanoush, feta, Turkish delights, and fresh-baked desserts that are always excellent. They carry a wonderful selection of authentic Middle Ea…"

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Harry Schaefer

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"Everything I tried is delicious and super fresh, from the spices to the hummus to the Turkish delight. The za'atar and za'atar pastries were some of the best I've ever had. The owner is lovely and welcoming and makes you…"

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Julia Grantaire

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"I just moved to Chicago from Phoenix and I am so glad I found this gem. Back home, I had a spot where I would get Dubai chocolate and I can confidently say that the homemade Dubai chocolate here is THE spot to get it in…"

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Visit Us

Come See Us In Store

Fresh bread from the oven, hand-made sweets, and shelves full of authentic Middle Eastern flavors — the best way to experience Heart of Middle East is in person.

Store Hours

  • Monday – Thursday9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
  • Friday – Saturday9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
  • Sunday9:30 AM – 8:00 PM