Milano Kabob

I highly recommend visiting this local family-owned business located on a side street of the Loop (near Ranoush), offering Iraqi cuisine, cold-pressed juice, and smoothies. Also note that everything here is fresh and made-to-order, in which you can definitely tell. For our drinks, we had the mint lemonade and green juice. Mint lemonade had a perfect balance of sweetness and freshness and green juice was very refreshing. For our appetizer, we had the hummus and Baba Ganoush with pita breads. Both were great appetizers, but I was very impressed by the Baba Ganoush, which was a very smooth, creamy, and flavorful dip with the pieces of pita bread. For the entree, we had the Mixed Kabob Platter, featuring 3 skewers of lamb, lamb kofta, and chicken served on top of rice with large variety of vegetables/salad. All of these kabobs were extremely flavorful and tender and were complimented very well by the rice, vegetables, and sauces. I was very impressed by the plating of the platter, despite being inside of a to-go container. Will definitely be back here again to try out other menu items!

Cute little place, so delicious I eat here almost every day honestly! Healthy and fresh and who could beat $6 fresh pressed juices. I love it here and hope they stay forever

Milano Kebab offers a delightful mix of flavors that truly captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. The menu features a variety of kebabs, sandwiches, and grilled dishes, all prepared with fresh ingredients and bold seasoning. highly recommended

Thinking about trying? DO IT! Absolutely delicious, 10/10, Simple ingredients done right. The people that make this place go round are lovely! Nothing like a good nourishing meal Call in your order 15-20 mins ahead of time and be patient, thank me later

It's small so not great for dining in, but the food is very good and you get a lot of it. The menu has similarities to Al Tarboush, the restaurant that formerly housed the space. I had a couple of bites of a very moist cake (offered free to my large party) and was told that the only nut on it was pistachio, but my food allergies let me know there was likely another nut ingredient. Approach the dessert selection with caution if you have nut allergies! Also, expect a wait. Don't go if you're in a hurry. Oh, and the juice is GREAT! I would go just for the juice alone!

Milano: A Bold Taste of Iraq on the Delmar Loop In a neighborhood teeming with culinary options, Milano stands out as a rare gem offering authentic Iraqi cuisine. This newcomer to the Delmar Loop brings flavors that are as bold as they are comforting. Fair warning: patience is a virtue here. Nearly everything is cooked to order, which might test your restraint during busy hours. But as any food lover knows, you can't rush perfection – and perfection is what Milano is aiming for. My culinary journey began with a trio of cold appetizers. The Jajeek (cucumber yogurt) offered a refreshing palate cleanser, though it didn't exactly rock my world. The hummus stepped up the game with its creamy texture and solid flavor profile. But the undisputed champion of cold starters? The baba ghannosh – a smoky, sultry eggplant masterpiece elevated to new heights with pomegranate and molasses. Vegetarians, rejoice! These three options alone are worth the visit. Moving to the hot side of things, I sampled the KUBBA – think of it as Iraq's answer to the Italian arancini. This rice-shelled pocket conceals perfectly seasoned meat inside, distinguishable from traditional kubba by its sunny yellow exterior rather than the typical brown. Plant-based eaters aren't relegated to cold appetizers either. The falafel sandwich brings the expected chickpea goodness, but it's the mshakkal ("mixed") sandwich that deserves your attention. This handheld feast combines falafel, fried eggplant, and fries with fresh veggies – a study in textural contrasts that somehow works beautifully. The fasoolia (white beans) transported me straight to someone's grandmother's kitchen – comfort food that feels deeply personal. Similarly, the white rice and kabob carry the unmistakable hallmarks of recipes passed down through generations, with an authenticity you can taste in every bite. Yes, Milano's physical footprint may be modest, but what they accomplish within those walls is anything but small. If you find yourself wandering the Loop with hunger pangs and a sense of adventure, Milano isn't just a good option – it's a necessary detour into Iraq's rich culinary landscape.

This has to be one of the top restaurants I have dined at in St Louis. The food was so amazing. I started to feel sad when I was full, but the generous portions only mean that there will be more for tomorrow. It was so flavorful and everything tasted so fresh! I cannot explain how delicious this food is and would absolutely recommend it. Guaranteed that we will be back! Additionally, I love the decor in the restaurant and all of the beautiful desserts sitting out front! My only regret is that I didn’t know about it sooner! Even the salad was beyond delicious