Palmyra Authentic Mediterranean Cuisine ( مطعم أبو سمرة )

301South Hills Village Mall, Pittsburgh
(412) 478-4132

Recent Reviews

Jenna Duncan

I was looking for something like Madonnas downtown as it's one of my favorites. I think Palmyras topped it though. The food is amazing and very large portions!

Food: 5

Ahmed altrb

It's okay

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 5

Helen Palascak

Delicious meal! Falafel is the best I’ve had! Spinach pies are fantastic. Highly recommend. Definitely way above most mall good court places.

John Conley

After months of intending to try Palmyra Mediterranean Cuisine, I finally made it for a late lunch this afternoon. While I am a native Pittsburgher, I had resided in NYC for 15 years and experienced some damn good shawarma, and what I was served today is second to none. This is not a compressed mass of processed ground beef and lamb, but rather marinated, stacked, tender cuts of meat perfectly roasted on the spit. You may, if you're fortunate, find shawarma as good, but I am certain you won't find better. Also, the proprietors are genuinely good folks with a demonstrated - however, humble - pride in their in their food, and this is reflected from the first bite to the last. If South Hills Village is remotely convenient to you, make the trip. (Also pictured is the spicy hummus, baba ghanoush, and stuffed grape leaves.)

Food: 5

Service: 5

Salman Alquwayi

Delicious food, God willing, good chicken shawarma.

Curtis Grier

Randomly walking through the food court at south hills village and I stumbled across Palmyra. I must say this place is unbelievable. I couldn’t believe something like this could be found in a mall food court. I can honestly say I’ve never really had Mediterranean food shame on me. This was by far the best meal I’ve had dining out in years. So good that I ate lunch there and then went back a second time to take food home for dinner. First I had the chicken shawarma platter. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the flavor was great. It came with rice 3 different kind to choose from I had the saffron rice, who knew rice could taste so delicious. Also comes with a tomato and cucumber salad which was also delightful then finished off with a garlic sauce and pita. By the way that was lunch. For dinner I had the lamb wrap and it was also delicious. To top it off the price is very reasonable and the workers were very friendly. I’m saying all this to say give this place a try you will not be disappointed. Palmyra, job well done all!

Food: 5

Service: 5

Road Trips and Food “Road Trips & Food”

I was so shocked finding a high quality and delicious Mediterranean food in a mall’s food court. I got the Arabic style beef and lamb shawarma, and the lamb and beef shawarma wrap. They both were so delicious, and the garlic sauce was just perfect, this is how a garlic sauce supposed to be. Small note doesn’t affect how good the food is; the oil on the wraps was a little bit extra.

Recommended dishes: Arabic Style Shawarma

Brian Rankin

The best place to eat, period. The food is amazing, some of the best chicken I’ve ever had. They take pride in their food and I’ve always been greeted with a smile, and above and beyond service and hospitality. If I’m in the area, I make a point to stop and support them. 10/10 don’t miss out!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Shawarma Platter, Baklava, Arabic Style Shawarma, Lamb & Beef Shawarma Platter, Hummus, Chicken Shawarma Wrap

Matthew Krause

Amazing!!! The lamb is absolutely delicious and the shawarma is to-die-for!!! I can NOT believe they are in a mall food court! They should be in a brick and mortar!!!! 5-star no question!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

B Caughman

I have eaten there numerous times and it is always fresh and delicious! The servings are quite generous!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Anood Siddiqui

One of the best shawarmas in Pittsburgh! Hidden gem in the south hills! And such a sweet owner!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Lamb & Beef Shawarma Platter

Diane Bogut

Delicious tabbouli salad to

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tabbouli, Salad

Korey Edmonson

Food was excellent!! ?? Fresh with a generous amount! Will be coming back!?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kenneth Kreyling

Fresh food, great taste, and friendly staff!!

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tessa Anonymous

Every desire I want in a meal is satisfied EVERY SINGLE TIME I eat here. A fantastic family owned business. I highly recommend this food!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Shawarma Platter

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Palmyra Authentic Mediterranean Cuisine ( مطعم أبو سمرة )

301South Hills Village Mall, Pittsburgh, PA 15241
(412) 478-4132