In-Focus Advertorial | Published August 15, 2025
ROCHESTER HILLS/AUBURN HILLS — Shish Palace brings the warmth of Mediterranean hospitality to Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills serving authentic Lebanese dishes made fresh to order, with signature garlic dip and hot, freshly baked bread that keeps guests coming back.
Co-founder Moe Gaber said the restaurant’s recipes are rooted in tradition and decades of experience. “Everything is made to order so it’s always healthy and fresh,” he said. “That’s what makes us different.”
The menu features classics like creamy hummus, chicken or lamb shawarma, tender shish tawook and kafta skewers. Popular combinations include the Shish Combo with kabob, tawook and kafta served with rice and salad. Vegetarian options like mjadra and falafel platters cater to every palate. “The bread is phenomenal,” Gaber said. “It comes out hot and soft, and people go crazy for it. The garlic dip is another favorite—people can’t get enough of it.”
Fresh tabbouli, rice almond salad and Greek salad pair perfectly with entrees. Made-to-order juices and smoothies offer light, health-focused choices, while main courses like lamb chops, salmon ghallaba, shrimp ghallaba or shish shrimp satisfy heartier appetites. “There is truly something for everybody,” Gaber said.
Consistency and customer service are pillars of Shish Palace’s success. Regulars describe the restaurant as warm and inviting, with staff who treat guests like family. Gaber said that’s intentional. “When I’m here, I feel like I’m home,” he said. “Our customers are like family. We take care of them, and they take care of us. That’s why we’ve been able to stay strong for more than a dozen years.”
Even as Shish Palace has expanded to several locations, Gaber said the focus remains on quality. “We’re not trying to get too big,” he said. “The priority is keeping the food and service at a high standard.”
Offering dine-in, carryout and catering services, Shish Palace continues to serve generations of guests who appreciate its authentic flavors and welcoming atmosphere. “It’s more than just running a restaurant,” Gaber said. “I enjoy being with my customers. This is our life.”
Shish Palace has two convenient locations: 165 S. Livernois Rd. in Rochester Hills. For more information, call (248) 453-5464 or 2751 University Dr, Auburn Hills, MI 48326. Call us today: 248-918-4453. Visit shishpalacerochester.com or shishpalaceauburnhills.com.