Yemen Grill

2353 S Havana St UnitD#15A, Aurora, CO 80014, United States
+1 303-369-1998
$$$ Mediterranean restaurant , Middle Eastern restaurant
(1304 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

Yemen Grill is a modest, full-service Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurant on South Havana Street in Aurora that feels like a little culinary window into Yemen and its surrounding regions. The space is small and cozy—nothing flashy—but it suits the style of meals here, which are hearty, thoughtfully prepared, and served with clear pride in tradition.

For anyone looking to dig into authentic Yemeni flavors beyond the usual Mediterranean fare, this spot is especially rewarding. Meat dishes such as lamb haneeth and fahsa (a rich lamb stew served piping hot in a wooden bowl) stand out for their tenderness and depth of seasoning. The restaurant also offers a variety of grilled items—the mixed chicken and lamb kabob or chicken shawarma plates attract diners craving well-seasoned, juicy proteins paired with rice or fresh pita.

Vegetarians and those who prefer lighter options will also find satisfaction. Classic sides and appetizers like hummus paired with meat, grape leaves, and falafel are prepared with care and offer satisfying textures and spice balances. The atmosphere is calm and unpretentious—expect efficient service where you can watch your meal being freshly assembled rather than a high-touch dining experience.

Locals visiting often mention the generous portion sizes, and the intimacy of the restaurant makes it a good choice for casual lunches or low-key dinners with friends and family. The staff’s friendly and familial approach helps create a welcoming vibe, making it a spot where regulars feel comfortable and newcomers are patiently guided through the menu’s more unique offerings.

Alongside savory dishes, Yemen Grill offers desserts like basbousa and pistachio milk cake, as well as traditional beverages such as Arabic tea, Turkish coffee, and refreshing lemon mint. These touches make the dining experience feel complete and provide a taste profile that is distinctively authentic.

Visiting Yemen Grill during early evenings or weekends is a good bet for enjoying freshly cooked meals without rush. Whether you want a fulfilling plate of mixed kabobs or a slow-cooked lamb dish steeped in Yemeni flavors, this spot delivers a locally grounded, culturally rich experience worth exploring for anyone curious about Middle Eastern culinary traditions beyond the usual.

Highlights
Good for watching sports
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves halal food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Has counter service
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair accessible entrance
Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
Has wheelchair accessible restroom
Has wheelchair accessible seating
Parking
Free parking lot
Free street parking
Usually plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

1304 Reviews
Gabrielle Leilo

28 Dec 2025

I am so impressed with Yemeni Grill! We ordered the chicken shawarma wrap, shish tawook with rice, lamb haneeth, grape leaves, and a jug of mango juice, everything was absolutely delicious. All the meats were incredibly tender and full of flavor, and the food came out fresh and perfectly seasoned. The stuffed grape leaves were honestly the best I’ve ever had in a restaurant. Truly outstanding! The service is just as amazing as the food. Aqeel is the bes. He greets you like family the moment you walk in, always with a big smile. The hospitality here makes you feel welcomed and appreciated. If you want incredible Middle Eastern food with warm, genuine service, Yemeni Grill is a must try. Highly recommended! - Lebanese customer

source universe

13 Dec 2025

Every time we visit, the staff is incredibly kind and welcoming—they truly make us feel like family. The food tastes divine, as if crafted by the gods and goddesses themselves. The falafel, hummus, baba ghanouj, and rice are all extraordinary. I don’t eat meat, and I really appreciate that they offer so many delicious vegetarian options. Alhamdulillah

Katrina Karczewski

22 Nov 2025

Aqeel was wonderful as he took care of us at Yemen grill on south Havana street in aurora. He was very kind and patient while we tried to decide what to get for our first visit to this restaurant. And did not steer us wrong! We ended up with the most delicious lamb stew (Fahsa) that was plenty of food for the both of us with pita. Served boiling hot in an traditional wooden bowl and was just perfect. Since we like to try many things we also went with the Lamb kebab sandwich and it was super flavorful. I am writing this the next day because my left overs even made me do the happy dance while I was eating them. Aqeel made sure to make us feel welcomed and continued to check on us to make sure we were doing great. We were! Thank you Aqeel and the Yemen Grill I look forward to coming again. We had the 51. Fahsa فحسة $24.99 14. Lamb Kabab Sandwich كباب لحم $9.99

Dawn Sena

09 Nov 2025

Small cozy little restaurant. Food was not only delicious, it was beautifully presented and a lot of it. I ordered Mandi chicken and it was so good. Chicken was juicy and well seasoned. Everything we ate was delicious. Service was not overly friendly but they were efficient and everything is cooked to order. You can watch them put your food together while you wait. Enjoyed this and will be back.

Hassan Moharrem

05 Nov 2025

Went with friends here and got the Adani tea with Baklava and Basboosa, absolute chef’s kiss, everything tastes amazing. Aqeel was so nice and was fun striking up a good chat with them. I’ll definitely be coming back with more friends and family, as well as adding this place to my map!

Alex Gandomcar

20 Oct 2025

This place was very good and I will definitely return. The cucumber yogurt dip was so good we forced ourselves to stop eating before the food came out. I would recommend saving some as it paired so well with the meat. We ordered the grilled plates one lamb and the 1/2 lamb & 1/2 chicken. Everything was super flavorful, only thing left on our plates was rice

Jackie Uchiyama

04 Oct 2025

Such friendly and welcoming staff, especially Aqeel! He explained anything we had a question on and was very friendly. The food was amazing, fresh, and beautifully presented. We had the Chicken Shawarma Plate, Baba Ghanoush and Lentil Soup. Mint tea is a great flavor and end to the meal. We will definitely be coming back!

Dalal Jad

02 Oct 2025

Wow wow wow! This is definitely a hidden gem In Aurora. The food was absolutely delicious and the serving sizes were huge! We ordered one mix grill plate, one shrimp platter and a side of fries. There was so much food that we couldn’t finish it all, it’s enough for 2 more full meals! It was all cooked to perfection and brought out quickly. I will definitely be back!

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