Aladdin's Taste of the East brings authentic Middle Eastern cuisine to Milwaukee's vibrant food scene at the Milwaukee Public Market on North Water Street.
Established in 1996 by owner Azmi Alaeddin, a Palestinian-born baker turned restaurateur, Aladdin's has become a Milwaukee institution known for its exceptional falafel and hummus. The restaurant's journey reflects the city's evolving food culture, beginning with fine dining on Plankton Avenue in the 1990s before relocating to the Milwaukee Public Market in 2006, where it expanded with PitaWorks in 2010 to offer bowls and pita options alongside traditional Middle Eastern favorites.
Today, Aladdin's operates primarily from the Milwaukee Public Market location, offering both dine-in and online ordering for pickup. The restaurant continues to build community connections through its catering services and seasonal specials like their new Dubai Chocolate creation made with homemade knafeh and pistachio cream, making it an accessible and welcoming destination for those seeking quality Middle Eastern food in a casual, modern marketplace setting.