Where to Try Authentic Palestinian Kunafa in the Middle East
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Omar Haddad
- . September 18, 2025
- . Update: September 19, 2025 5:08 am
Kunafa goes beyond dessert; it represents a cultural legacy in Palestine and the whole Middle East region. With its layers of crunchy pastry, gooey melted cheese, and sticky sugar syrup, it has a broad cultural appeal among locals and tourists to the region. Still, in 2025, where is the best place to find the most traditional kunafa?
Best Cities for Palestinian Kunafa
- Nablus, Palestine: The city of origin of Kunafa, still using the same ingredients and method as before.
- Amman, Jordan: The global name in Kunafa is Habibah Sweets.
- Beirut, Lebanon: Renowned for producing softer Kunafa variants.
- Dubai, UAE: Feras Sweets and Qwaider Al Nabulsi are among the places serving Palestinian Kunafa.
For travelers who are interested in Middle Eastern cuisine, check out our comprehensive blog on “best Middle Eastern desserts to try when traveling for food”, with Kunafa, Baklava, and Basbousa.
What Makes Palestinian Kunafa Different
Homestyle Palestinian Kunafa from Nablus has the perfect balance of crunchy pastry and stretchy cheese. It is also richer and crisper than the Lebanese or Jordanian recipes.
Table: Best Places for Authentic Kunafa in the Middle East
| City | Famous Spots | Specialty |
| Nablus | Al-Aqsa Sweets | Original Kunafa |
| Amman | Habibah Sweets | Cheese-filled Kunafa |
| Beirut | Al Hallab | Soft-style Kunafa |
| Dubai | Feras Sweets, Qwaider | Authentic Palestinian |
FAQs
Q1: Where did Kunafa come from?
Ans: Kunafa comes from Nablus, Palestine.
Q2: What is the most well-known Kunafa shop in Amman?
Ans: Habibah Sweets is the most well-known.
Q3: Is Kunafa the same in Lebanon and Palestine?
Ans: No, Palestinian Kunafa is crunchier, and Lebanese Kunafa is softer.
Q4: Where can I try authentic Kunafa in Dubai?
Ans: Feras Sweets and Qwaider Al Nabulsi are the best places.
