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Is Emily's Lebanese Deli Still Open? Update (Minneapolis, MN)

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As of September 2026, Emily's Lebanese Deli is listed open on Yelp, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

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Secondary source
emilyslebanesedeli.com ·

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What the source shows: Yelp's listing for Emily's Lebanese Deli was updated in August 2026 and includes a June 2026 review, while the business's own website was reachable on 2026-09-08 but its visible content and copyright notice are dated to 2023.

  • Season / episode Season 21, Episode 16
  • Original air date
  • Address 641 Northeast University Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55413

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What happened after Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives?

Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives' 'Memorable Moms' clip episode, aired 2014-12-24, returned to Emily's Lebanese Delicatessen on Northeast University Avenue in Minneapolis. According to Yelp reviewers, the deli's lamb shish kebab is a standout alongside tabbouli, stuffed grape leaves, hummus, and spinach pies. Emily's describes itself on its own website as a family-owned business that has served the Twin Cities since 1973. According to Yelp, the business's page was updated in August 2026 and carries a June 2026 review describing friendly staff, strong food, and a cozy atmosphere. The restaurant's website, emilyslebanesedeli.com, was still live and listing the same University Avenue address and phone number on 2026-09-08, though its copyright notice and most recent page content date to 2023.

Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

Season / episode
Season 21, Episode 16
Original air date
Episode title
Memorable Moms
What was featured
Lamb shish kebab, tabbouli, stuffed grape leaves, hummus, and spinach pies at a Lebanese deli
Role
Featured restaurant
Name on the broadcast
Emily's Lebanese Deli

Frequently asked questions

Is Emily's Lebanese Deli still open in 2026?

As of September 2026, Emily's Lebanese Deli is listed open on Yelp, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

What happened to Emily's Lebanese Deli after Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives?

Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives' 'Memorable Moms' clip episode, aired 2014-12-24, returned to Emily's Lebanese Delicatessen on Northeast University Avenue in Minneapolis. As of September 2026, Emily's Lebanese Deli is listed open on Yelp, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

Where is Emily's Lebanese Deli located?

641 Northeast University Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55413. That is the address on the record as of September 7, 2026.

What season and episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives featured Emily's Lebanese Deli?

Season 21, Episode 16 of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, first aired December 24, 2014. The episode is titled “Memorable Moms”.

What do reviews say since Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives?

According to Yelp reviewers, the deli's lamb shish kebab is a standout alongside tabbouli, stuffed grape leaves, hummus, and spinach pies. We summarise what dated sources report; we do not publish our own rating.

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Visit info

Address
641 Northeast University Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Venue type
deli
Official website
emilyslebanesedeli.com

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