Our Rich History

The Neomonde Spirit

Since 1977

Founded almost 50 years ago by four brothers who came to America from the mountainous region of northern Lebanon, Neomonde has a spirit all its own. That’s because the Saleh brothers decided that anything they sell must be good enough to serve their own family. We consider it our responsibility as ambassadors of our country and our culture to provide nothing less than the best! Our dedication to excellence and authenticity began while the brothers were growing up in Lebanon. They tended the family’s wheat fields, harvesting grain and taking it to be ground at the town mill. They watched their mother, Cecilia, mix dough and bake bread in the communal kiln. In the evening, when the family gathered together to eat, the texture and delicious taste of bread was satisfying as well as symbolic. In a village that could remember times of famine, bread meant celebration and a passion for life.

Mediterranean Cuisine For The Community

In 1989, the brothers expanded the business in another promising direction when they opened a deli. Everything in the deli case was prepared from family recipes using only authentic ingredients, most of which Cecilia herself prepared. At first, food was only available for take-out, but over the years, the brothers added a dining area and patio seating to keep up with their ever-expanding popularity.

Also, by popular demand, they launched a small Mediterranean grocery so that fans of the restaurant could purchase all the exotic staples and spices to prepare Middle Eastern cuisine at home.

vintage photo of cecilia baking pita

A Legacy That Continues To Thrive

Quite literally, infants who teethed on Neomonde pita have grown up and now visit with their own children in tow. In the years from then to now, Neomonde has changed in so many ways, but its friendliness and family-run spirit continue to thrive. And the devotion to freshness and quality that the brothers learned in the “old world”? Every delicious bite testifies that the only-the-best commitment is still very much alive at Neomonde. Come on by for a meal soon - we’ll save you a seat!

neomonde homemade pitas in packaging on shelf

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