I love this restaurant! I come here any time I'm in the area.The food is excellent and comes out quickly. The staff are friendly and the bartender makes great cocktails!Dietary restrictions: Great Gluten Free options and some of the best GF pita I've ever had!
Having grown up in the area with the highest population of Arabs outside of Arabia on top of having Lebanese and Iraqi family, I was born and raised on this food. I had high hopes for this place but I would have been fine with just satisfactory. I did not even get that.I ordered the lamb shawarma and fattoush. It was an absolute waste of $28 as-even though I was starving the food was inedible. I’ve seen more authentic “pita” at American franchises and it just tasted like grease. My sandwich was filled with lamb that only tasted old (couldn’t even call it mutton; it was just past,) and there wasn’t even any “garlic tahini” sauce nor toum. One and a half bites and it made my stomach turn-and I live in a 3rd World Country, always possessing an “iron stomach”!The fattoush was so vinegary that there was no other discernible flavor save for the pita on the salad that had the same greasy taste as the sandwich.Asked for a hot sauce like harissa or shatta and was given Frank’s…at least it wasn’t Tabasco!Contacted the restaurant immediately after getting home and trying to eat and have received no response.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 3
Eric McGill
Best falafel I’ve has in the US. Feta salad and lentil soup are excellent. The shawarma fajita was incredible. I had plenty to take home as well. Only complaint was the limited NA selection. Iced Tea only for low sugar drinks. Such a small nitpick for how great the food and service was.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
chris caldwell
This Lebanese restaurant has some of the best cocktails in Portland. Service was very kind, informative and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Cross
Falafel so succulent, perfect lentil soup, and soft, warm pita. Would definitely come here again.
Catherine Olson
Delicious, varied menu in a chic, modern atmosphere. Everything we had really delivered in perfectly balanced flavor. The Meat Mezza feature amaaazing chicken and lamb and included the creamy hummus and my favorite, their basmati rice. Beirut Salad was very refreshing and the beef pies and dolmas were very tasty. We didn't have room for dessert so we'll have to return! Their homemade ice cream pies looked very tempting...Dietary restrictions: I was glad to find that Gluten Free pita bread was available for an additional $3.
amazing food! the lamb shawarma and chicken shawarma were to die for! everything was seasoned to perfection. the presentation was beautiful too. lots of gluten free options! the gluten free pita was very good. the service staff was so friendly and welcoming :). while we were eating, a kind old man named gene, who is obviously a regular there, stopped and said to us “isn’t this this place the best?? I love it here” before leaving. as he was leaving all of the staff said things along the lines of “bye gene, thanks for coming by again!” :). they live gene, and so did we :)all in all, this place has got a very charming, small town feel here in the big city. My partner and I will definitely be coming back next time we’re in portland :)Dietary restrictions: lots of amazing gluten free options!
Great food with a decent variety of dishes, pretty cheap price, service was quick, what else could you ask
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Shawarma
Zeinab Afzali
The food was good but the man in front didn’t wear gloves and was preparing the food.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Kupo L
Nice restaurant, clean, very yummy food, pleasant staff, roomy, good value for food. Had both good variety of vegetarian and meat options. Vegan friendly as well.
We live right across the street and wandered in for happy hour one night. Excellent food, the people that work there are wonderful, and service was perfect. A shame that more people aren't going there as the food is quite awesome. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sara Shannon
Everything was delicious! We had a mezza plate appetizer, shwarma, awarma and salad. Fresh, delicious, fast and friendly service. Don't be afraid to go to downtown Portland--restaurants need us!Dietary restrictions: Lots of gluten free options.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Original Hummus, Shawarma, Tabouli, Gluten Free Pita
Amanda Trent
Always great! Highly recommend the veggie mezza or the falafel wrap. I think the mezza holds up a bit better for takeout but they are both fantastic. Have had both takeout and dine-in service and the staff is always super nice and food is ready quick. The falafel never disappoints and the cocktails are creative and super tasty. It’s wonderful that there are so many vegan options as well! Definitely a go-to spot downtown.Vegetarian options: Large vegan and vegetarian selection, staff is knowledgeable about what goes into every dish.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bruce LeBlanc
A great SW Downtown Portland Happy Hour! Their prices were fantastic, and the food was delicious. We shared the Sampler Mezza Platter, Hummus, Falafel, and Greek Salad. We each also ordered a Chicken Wrap. We had so much food we each took part of our wrap home for lunch the next day. We had the house red cabernet, which was very pleasant. While we live across the street and have been here since August, we just learned that they had a Happy Hour. We will be going back. Start with their Happy Hour [M-R 3 pm - 6 pm] and then try their full menu! Dr. B
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nolan Rumble
Great spot for some good food! The staff are friendly and helpful!
I love this restaurant! I come here any time I'm in the area.The food is excellent and comes out quickly. The staff are friendly and the bartender makes great cocktails!Dietary restrictions: Great Gluten Free options and some of the best GF pita I've ever had!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tahini Sauce, Shawarma, Lamb Shawarma, Chicken Shawarma, Gluten Free Pita
Having grown up in the area with the highest population of Arabs outside of Arabia on top of having Lebanese and Iraqi family, I was born and raised on this food. I had high hopes for this place but I would have been fine with just satisfactory. I did not even get that.I ordered the lamb shawarma and fattoush. It was an absolute waste of $28 as-even though I was starving the food was inedible. I’ve seen more authentic “pita” at American franchises and it just tasted like grease. My sandwich was filled with lamb that only tasted old (couldn’t even call it mutton; it was just past,) and there wasn’t even any “garlic tahini” sauce nor toum. One and a half bites and it made my stomach turn-and I live in a 3rd World Country, always possessing an “iron stomach”!The fattoush was so vinegary that there was no other discernible flavor save for the pita on the salad that had the same greasy taste as the sandwich.Asked for a hot sauce like harissa or shatta and was given Frank’s…at least it wasn’t Tabasco!Contacted the restaurant immediately after getting home and trying to eat and have received no response.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 3
Best falafel I’ve has in the US. Feta salad and lentil soup are excellent. The shawarma fajita was incredible. I had plenty to take home as well. Only complaint was the limited NA selection. Iced Tea only for low sugar drinks. Such a small nitpick for how great the food and service was.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This Lebanese restaurant has some of the best cocktails in Portland. Service was very kind, informative and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Falafel so succulent, perfect lentil soup, and soft, warm pita. Would definitely come here again.
Delicious, varied menu in a chic, modern atmosphere. Everything we had really delivered in perfectly balanced flavor. The Meat Mezza feature amaaazing chicken and lamb and included the creamy hummus and my favorite, their basmati rice. Beirut Salad was very refreshing and the beef pies and dolmas were very tasty. We didn't have room for dessert so we'll have to return! Their homemade ice cream pies looked very tempting...Dietary restrictions: I was glad to find that Gluten Free pita bread was available for an additional $3.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Original Hummus, Chicken Shawarma Wrap, Tabouli, Lamb Shawarma, Chicken Shawarma, Meat Mezza
amazing food! the lamb shawarma and chicken shawarma were to die for! everything was seasoned to perfection. the presentation was beautiful too. lots of gluten free options! the gluten free pita was very good. the service staff was so friendly and welcoming :). while we were eating, a kind old man named gene, who is obviously a regular there, stopped and said to us “isn’t this this place the best?? I love it here” before leaving. as he was leaving all of the staff said things along the lines of “bye gene, thanks for coming by again!” :). they live gene, and so did we :)all in all, this place has got a very charming, small town feel here in the big city. My partner and I will definitely be coming back next time we’re in portland :)Dietary restrictions: lots of amazing gluten free options!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shawarma Platter, Shawarma, Chicken Shawarma, Gluten Free Pita
Great food with a decent variety of dishes, pretty cheap price, service was quick, what else could you ask
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Shawarma
The food was good but the man in front didn’t wear gloves and was preparing the food.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Nice restaurant, clean, very yummy food, pleasant staff, roomy, good value for food. Had both good variety of vegetarian and meat options. Vegan friendly as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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We live right across the street and wandered in for happy hour one night. Excellent food, the people that work there are wonderful, and service was perfect. A shame that more people aren't going there as the food is quite awesome. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything was delicious! We had a mezza plate appetizer, shwarma, awarma and salad. Fresh, delicious, fast and friendly service. Don't be afraid to go to downtown Portland--restaurants need us!Dietary restrictions: Lots of gluten free options.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Original Hummus, Shawarma, Tabouli, Gluten Free Pita
Always great! Highly recommend the veggie mezza or the falafel wrap. I think the mezza holds up a bit better for takeout but they are both fantastic. Have had both takeout and dine-in service and the staff is always super nice and food is ready quick. The falafel never disappoints and the cocktails are creative and super tasty. It’s wonderful that there are so many vegan options as well! Definitely a go-to spot downtown.Vegetarian options: Large vegan and vegetarian selection, staff is knowledgeable about what goes into every dish.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A great SW Downtown Portland Happy Hour! Their prices were fantastic, and the food was delicious. We shared the Sampler Mezza Platter, Hummus, Falafel, and Greek Salad. We each also ordered a Chicken Wrap. We had so much food we each took part of our wrap home for lunch the next day. We had the house red cabernet, which was very pleasant. While we live across the street and have been here since August, we just learned that they had a Happy Hour. We will be going back. Start with their Happy Hour [M-R 3 pm - 6 pm] and then try their full menu! Dr. B
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great spot for some good food! The staff are friendly and helpful!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4