Palmyra Authentic Mediterranean Cuisine ( مطعم أبو سمرة )

Love the food, the girl works there is so nice.
Highly recommend ❤️

Food: 5

Service: 5

Highly recommend for catering!

Food: 5

Very good / very tasty/ very fresh/very refreshing

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Exceptional food and even better hospitality!
Palmyra Mediterranean Cuisine is hands down one of the best places I’ve visited. The food is fresh, flavorful, and truly authentic — from the juicy kebabs to the velvety hummus and perfectly seasoned rice. What really made the experience special was Rawah, the wonderful manager. She welcomed us so warmly and made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. Her kindness and attention to detail truly reflect the heart of the restaurant. If you're looking for amazing Mediterranean food and genuine hospitality, this is the place to be!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I just witnessed a person CLIMB over the food counter to get to the back of the restaurant. They are serving customers food that some nasty dirty shoes have been walking around the mall in. Im sure theres a better entrance instead of climbing over the counter in dirty shoes.

I had a problem but they reached me out and took care of my problem. I get almost every weekend food from here, they were caring and helpful about customer service.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Good halal food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

How anyone would pass up this place for any other option in the food court is a mystery. This place is good enough to be a stand alone restaurant.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Not what I expected. Food was greasy and the meat was very fatty. The best thing was the garlic sauce served with the cold French fries. Not a good experience for me.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 4

5 Stars – An Exceptional Culinary Gem in an Unexpected Place!

Palmyra Authentic Mediterranean Cuisine is hands down one of the best discoveries I’ve made in a long time, and believe it or not, it’s tucked away in the South Hills Village Mall Food Court! This hidden gem is delivering fresh, authentic, and absolutely delicious Mediterranean food that rivals (or even surpasses) many standalone restaurants.

From the moment we approached the counter, we were warmly welcomed by the incredibly kind and passionate owners. As we spoke with them, it quickly became clear why the food here tastes so fresh and vibrant, every single dish is prepared on-site using only fresh ingredients. They proudly shared their freezer is empty, which says everything you need to know about their commitment to quality. No shortcuts, no processed or frozen items, just real, homemade, family style cooking made with care.

Palmyra is not a chain, but a local, family owned and operated restaurant, and that love and authenticity is evident in every bite. We had various dishes including the Lamb and Beef Combo Platter, Lamb & Beef Shawarma Wrap, Falafel Platter, Hummus, Pita Bread and a variety of homemade sauces, and every single item and bite was bursting with flavor. The portions were incredibly generous, and we ended up taking home enough food for another meal or two, making it not just delicious, but also a great value.

One of the highlights was their homemade baklava. Rich, flaky, perfectly sweetened, and made with a touch of love, it was honestly some of the best we’ve ever had.

What’s even more exciting is that Palmyra won’t be staying in the food court much longer. The owners shared their plans to relocate to a standalone location in the Bethel Park, which is absolutely the right move. This level of quality and care deserves its own space, and I have no doubt the new location will thrive once word gets out.

In a world full of fast food and cookie cutter chains, Palmyra is a refreshing reminder of what truly great food is all about, authenticity, family, freshness, and heart. Do yourself a favor and give this amazing local business a try. Whether you’re a fan of Mediterranean cuisine or simply love discovering high quality food made with integrity, Palmyra is a must-visit.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Variety and tasty

Might be the best Falafel I've ever had. What a great find. Family business in a mall food court, stands out from all the chains and others with high quality, fresh ingredients and you can tell the care in everything.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Soooooo gooooood! The best place to eat in the mall and one of the best in Pittsburgh! Love it! Always fresh and tasty. Thank you!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food. Easily one of the best in the area.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

1st time trying Arabic food all I can say is wow the chicken shawarma is off the charts

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Shawarma