# Healthy Food in Houston — Aladdin Mediterranean Cuisine

Healthy Mediterranean food in Houston since 2006. Grilled lean proteins, fresh salads, 100% extra-virgin olive oil (never seed oils), and halal-certified meats. Family-owned, two Houston locations: Montrose and Garden Oaks. 4,300+ Google reviews at 4.6 stars.

## Why it is healthy
- Real extra-virgin olive oil, never seed oils
- Grilled over open flame
- Whole foods, no shortcuts

## Signature healthy dishes
- **Saffron Chicken Kabob** (Grilled Protein) — Marinated overnight in saffron and fresh lemon, grilled over open flame. Lean, clean, and loaded with flavor.
- **Classic Chicken Kabob** (Grilled Protein) — Simple charcoal-grilled chicken breast. No shortcuts. No extras. The way it should be.
- **Filet Lamb Kabob** (Grilled Protein) — Hand-cut lamb fillet, minimally seasoned, flame-grilled. Rich in iron and zinc.
- **Tabouli Salad** (Fresh Salad) — Hand-chopped fresh parsley, bulgur wheat, tomato, lemon. The classic Levantine salad.
- **Quinoa Salad** (Fresh Salad) — Ancient grain, fresh vegetables, lemon-olive oil dressing. High-protein and gluten-free.
- **Lentil Salad** (Fresh Salad) — Slow-cooked lentils with cumin, fresh lemon, and herbs. Plant-based protein at its best.
- **Char-Grilled Vegetables** (Grilled Veg) — Seasonal vegetables grilled over open flame. No butter, no oil pool — just smoke and fire.
- **Garlic Broccoli** (Grilled Veg) — Steamed to crisp-tender, tossed in extra-virgin olive oil and fresh garlic. That is it.
- **Roasted Cauliflower** (Grilled Veg) — Whole florets roasted until the edges caramelize. Sumac, olive oil, sea salt.

## Locations
### Montrose — Aladdin Mediterranean Cuisine
- Address: 912 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006
- Phone: (713) 942-2321
- Rating: 4.6 stars (2,886 Google reviews)
- Hours: Sun 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Mon 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Tue 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Wed 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Thu 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Fri 10:30 AM – 9:30 PM; Sat 10:30 AM – 9:30 PM
- Page: https://staging.aladdinshouston.com/aladdin-montrose/
- Directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=18312079790651910494

### Garden Oaks — Aladdin Mediterranean Grill
- Address: 1737 W 34th St, Houston, TX 77018
- Phone: (713) 681-6257
- Rating: 4.6 stars (1,445 Google reviews)
- Hours: Sun 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Mon 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tue 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wed 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thu 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Fri 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM; Sat 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
- Page: https://staging.aladdinshouston.com/aladdin-mediterranean-grill-garden-oaks/
- Directions: https://maps.google.com/?q=Aladdin+Mediterranean+Grill+Garden+Oaks+Houston

## Frequently asked questions
### Is Mediterranean food really healthy?
Yes. The Mediterranean diet has been named the #1 healthiest diet in the U.S. News & World Report rankings for 8 consecutive years (2018–2025). The 2013 PREDIMED study from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health found that a Mediterranean diet rich in extra-virgin olive oil reduces cardiovascular disease risk by approximately 30%. At Aladdin, every dish is built on the core Mediterranean principles: extra-virgin olive oil, fresh vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and lean grilled proteins.

### What is the healthiest thing on Aladdin's menu in Houston?
Our Saffron Chicken Kebab served with Quinoa Salad and Grilled Vegetables is our most nutritionally complete healthy meal — approximately 620 calories with 48g of lean protein, 32g of complex carbohydrates, and 22g of fat (mostly from extra-virgin olive oil). It delivers a complete amino acid profile, anti-inflammatory fats, and a full serving of vegetables in one plate.

### Is the food at Aladdin halal?
Yes. Every meat dish at both Aladdin Houston locations — Montrose and Garden Oaks — is halal-certified. We source from trusted halal butchers in Houston. The full chicken, lamb, beef, and kafta menu is halal.

### Does Aladdin offer vegan and plant-based options?
Yes — dozens. A fully vegan meal at Aladdin includes Falafel, Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Tabouli, Fattoush, Lentil Salad, Chickpea Salad, Grilled Vegetables, and Roasted Cauliflower. The entire dip, salad, and vegetable menu is plant-based. We can build a 100% vegan catering menu on request.

### Do you cater healthy events in Houston?
Yes. Aladdin caters corporate lunches, weddings, hospital events, and family gatherings across Houston and the surrounding metro area. We can build a fully vegan, gluten-free, heart-healthy, or keto-friendly menu on request. Call (713) 942-2321 for a custom catering quote or visit our catering page.

### Do you deliver healthy food in Houston?
Yes. Both Aladdin locations deliver through Toast Delivery and DoorDash across most of Houston — including Montrose, Heights, Midtown, Museum District, River Oaks, Rice Village, Downtown, and the Galleria. Order online directly from aladdinshouston.com for the fastest turnaround.

### Where are the Aladdin Mediterranean locations in Houston?
Aladdin Mediterranean Cuisine has two Houston locations. The Montrose location is at 912 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006 (phone 713-942-2321), open daily. The Garden Oaks location is at 1737 W 34th St, Houston, TX 77018 (phone 713-681-6257), open daily.

### What is the difference between Mediterranean food and Middle Eastern food?
Mediterranean cuisine refers to the cooking traditions of countries around the Mediterranean Sea — including Greek, Italian, Spanish, Lebanese, Syrian, Turkish, and North African. Middle Eastern is a subset focused on the Levant (Lebanon, Syria, Palestine, Jordan). Lebanese food — which is what Aladdin serves — belongs to both traditions. That is why it shows up in both "Mediterranean" and "Middle Eastern" Houston searches.

## Order and catering
- Order online: https://staging.aladdinshouston.com/to-go-menu-order-line/
- Catering: https://staging.aladdinshouston.com/catering-online-order/
- Full menu: https://staging.aladdinshouston.com/menu/