Karam Restaurant and Bar

1111 SW Jefferson St, Portland
(503) 626-5272

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Customers' Favorites

Grand Veggie Mezza Platter
Chicken Kabob Platter GF
Chicken Shawarma Wrap
Sampler Mezza Platter
Meat Combo Shawarma
Veggie Grape Leaves
Hummus with Pita
Baba Ghanouj V GF
Shawarma Platter
Gluten Free Pita

Menu

Karam's Specials
Nacho Fries
Fries, chicken shawarma, sautéed onions, mozzarella cheese with chipotle aioli sauce & tahini
Beef kafta burger
seasoned ground beef, onions, sumac, parsley, grilled tomatoes, chipotle aioli sauce & creamy mozzarella cheese on a brioche bun. served with seasoned french fries
Falafel burger (veg)
falafel patty topped with tomatoes, pickles, lebanese coleslaw, hummus, homemade tahini aioli sauced served on a brioche bun, served with seasoned french fries.
Specialty pizza
homemade pita dough with creamy pesto sauce topped with mozzarella, feta cheese, veggies & chipotle aioli sauce
Shawarma fajita
chicken shawarma, grilled veggies, tatziki and homemade chipotle aioli sauce served with basmati rice and tortilla bread.

From The Grill
Chicken kabob skewer(gf)
char-broiled chicken breast with onions & bell peppers
Beef kafta a (gf)
ground beef mixed with garlic & onions
Shawarma skillet (gf)
Meat trio (gf)
chicken & beef kabob skewers with lamb shawarma
Veggie skewer (veg,gf)
eggplant, zucchini, onion, bell pepper & tomatoes marinated with pesto sauce

Mezza Platters
Meat mezza
sliced & marinated chicken & lamb shawarma, basmaƟ rice, tabouli & hummus
Grand meat mezza
marinated chicken shawarma & kafta kabob,basmati rice, grape leaves, falafel , hummus & tabouli
Grand veggie mezza (veg)
hummus, tabouli, falafels, veggie grape leaves, fried caulifl ower, feta cheese eggplant roll with parsley & olive oil, plus mdardara with sautéed onions
Veggie mezza (v)
hummus, tabouli, crispy falafels, veggie grape leaves

Panini Wraps
Shawarma
Chicken tawook
seasoned chicken breast, crispy fries, hummus, pickles, cabbage and garlic sauce pressed panini-style
Beef kafta
seasoned beef mixed with parsley, onions & hummus, topped with letuce, tomatoes, tahini & garlic sauce
Falafel (v)
hummus & falafel, topped with letuce, tomatoes, pickles, parsley & tahini sauce

Lebanese Dishes
Beef awarma (gf)
minced ground beef on a bed of hummus, with veggies drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and pesto sauce
Lamb shank (gf)
tender whole lamb shank served with tomato sauce & basmaƟ rice
Mdardara plater (v,gf)
rice, lentil ls & caramelized onions, veggies & a side of caulifl ower & tahini sauce
Falafel plater (v,gf)
homemade crispy falafels, hummus & a side salad served with tahini sauce

From The Oven
Beef pie
homemade dough stuff ed with ground beef, onions, diced tomatoes, salt & our special allspice mix
Spinach pie (veg)
homemade dough stuff ed with fresh spinach, onions, lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper
Spanakopita (veg)
flakey organic philo dough stuff ed with feta cheese, spinach and onions
Zaatar (veg)
homemade dough topped with ground thyme, sesame seeds & olive oil

Soup & Salads
Lentil soup (v,gf)
traditional soup with red lentil ls, green peas, rice, & potato's steamed with veggie broth. served with pita bread
Feta salad (gf)
bulgarian creamy feta cheese mixed with olives, tomatoes, cucumber, mint & extra virgin olive oil
Fatoush (v)
romaine letuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, sumac, pita chips with a tangy pomegranate molasses dressings.
Beirut salad (v,gf)
mixed greens. beets, parsley, roasted pistachios, feta, tomatoes & cucumbers, drizzled with our house lemon garlic dressing.
Tabouli (veg)
curly parsley, tomatoes, & onions mixed with salt, pepper, lemon juice & extra virgin olive oil
Green salad
omaine letuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, & homemade lemon garlic dressing

Mezza Starters
Original hummus (v,gf)
garbanzo beans, lemon juice, garlic, salt, tahini, served with pita bread
Shawarma rolls
chicken shawarma, hummus, garlic sauce, fries, pickles wrapped in torƟ lla bread
Baba ghanouj (v,gf)
creamy roasted eggplant spread mixed with garlic, lemon juice, salt & virgin olive oil served with pita
Veggie grape leaves (v,gf)
(dolmas) hand rolled and fi lled with bell peppers, rice, & pomegranate molasses, served with tahini sauce
Dip Sampler
original hummus, baba ghanouj & labneh, served with pita chips, pickles, cucumbers & olives
Falafel (v,gf)
garbanzo, cilantro, parsley, tradiƟ onal spices all mixed together & fried to perfecƟ on served with tahini sauce & pita bread
Mdardara (v,gf)
basmaƟ rice & lenƟ ls topped with caramelized onions, served with tahini sauce
Labne (gf)
homemade creamy yogurt cheese, olive oil, tomatoes, cucumbers, mint & olives served with pita bread
Fried beef kibbe balls
wheat bulgur stuff ed with seasoned ground beef & sauteed onions, served with tahini sauce
Seasoned French fries (v,gf)
Pita chips
fried pita chips seasoned with sumac
Fried caulifl ower (v,gf)
aka arnabeet lightly salted with a side of tahini sauce
Tzatziki (veg)
creamy yogurt, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, drizlled with olive oil & mint
Eggplant rolls (veg)
batenjen stuff ed with feta cheese, parsley, extra virgin olive oil, served with tahini sauce

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Recent Reviews

The chairs were a little uncomfortable but we found that to be a staple in Portland. The food though was absolutely amazing and our server who seemed to also be a stakeholder was sweet and super helpful when handling our large party with multiple demands. We would definitely go back!
June 2026
We had three people in our group and ordered a variety of dishes. Beverages, appetizers, main courses, and desserts were all amazing. High quality food at a very reasonable price. Excellent service, great seating, and a good location to sit and visit with friends.
June 2026
Went here based on recommendations, and I recommend this place for you in return. Scrumptious meal served in sensible portions with reasonable prices. I felt nourished when I left. The food really is delicious and well executed.

In addition to enjoying the meal I had a great conversation with the owner. His Lebanese roots shine through in the food. A nod to his parents for the environment they created running the first iteration of this business that gave him...
March 2026

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Karam Restaurant and Bar

1111 SW Jefferson St, Portland, OR 97205
(503) 626-5272