About
Tucked into a quiet corner of the neighborhood, this Palestinian restaurant offers more than just a meal—it offers a story. From the moment you step inside, the space feels layered with history: handwoven textiles, warm earth tones, and the subtle aroma of olive oil, spices, and slow-cooked stews drifting from the kitchen.
At the heart of Palestinian cooking is a deep respect for ingredients and tradition. Dishes are built around what's fresh, seasonal, and rooted in the land—fragrant herbs, sun-ripened vegetables, and grains that have nourished generations. Here, recipes are not just followed; they're remembered, passed down, and gently reinterpreted.
Our Team
Sameh Wadi
Chef / Owner
Sameh Wadi is a renowned chef, restaurateur, cookbook author, and spice connoisseur.
After opening Saffron—a fine dining Middle Eastern restaurant—in 2007, Sameh quickly became known throughout the Twin Cities and beyond for his playful and delicious take on global flavors, heavily influenced by his Palestinian roots.
Sameh is now Chef/Owner of Twin Cities mainstays World Street Kitchen (globally influenced street food), Milkjam Creamery (chef-driven ice cream), and Grand Catch (viet-cajun seafood boils). He feels strongly that if something doesn’t bring you happiness, it isn’t worth your time—which is why he spends many hours per week looking at dog videos on Instagram.
Sister Restaurants
World Street Kitchen
The bright and fun brainchild of brothers Sameh and Saed Wadi, World Street Kitchen is the year-round neighborhood restaurant built from the popularity of their WSK food truck. Featuring flavors from across the globe – from Asia to the Caribbean to the Mediterranean and everything in between — the restaurant serves popular staples, specials, sweets and cocktails in one friendly spot.
