Aladdin Imported Foods
5050 Sunbeam Rd, Jacksonville, FL
Crema's Take
“This Syrian-owned international grocery store in Jacksonville doubles as a cozy coffee spot where you can grab traditional drinks and fresh-baked pastries while chatting with genuinely warm owners who clearly take pride in their community space. The homemade treats like Turkish delight and pastries are delicate and delicious when you catch them fresh, making it a worthwhile destination for anyone craving authentic Middle Eastern flavors with a personal touch. Just browse thoughtfully and chat with the owners about what's been freshly made that day—their passion for the shop and the goods they've sourced makes all the difference.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
This store was great. Will be visiting the new location!
It's a nice addition to this area! I love International grocery stores. The owner is from Syria and they are very nice. I buy fresh-baked items and they are delicious. You will find so many goodies from this store.
MAKE SURE TO CHECK THE EXPIRATION DATE ON EVERY ITEM. SOME ITEMS ON THE SHELF AND IN THE FREZER ARE EXPIRED!! I was going to give this place the benefit of the doubt on the issue I had with their merchandise, but after seeing the previous reviews it is clear that the owner is…
More expensive than other middle eastern stores, baked goods, stale old, not fresh most of the times, old merchandise all over. I guess because of the low sales. I expect the buisness will fail, matter of time. Careful about buying frozen food there, could be bad. The store is…
Got some home made turkish delight and another pastry and they were really tasty and delicate. Amazingly clean and well set up store! Reasonable prices! Had a wonderful chat with the owners and realized how our cultures were connected through a popular drink: the mate! Thanks!
Crema Reviews
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