We celebrated a birthday at Mediterranean Exploration Company with their set menu, and it was one…read moreof the best dining experiences we've had in Portland. We were able to try a wide variety of dishes, and every single one was exceptional. I have dietary restrictions (no onions or garlic), and the kitchen and staff were incredibly accommodating. They prepared separate versions of several dishes for me without hesitation, and I never felt like I was getting a lesser experience. It's rare to find a restaurant that can accommodate food sensitivities so thoughtfully while still delivering incredible flavor. The food was absolutely delicious from start to finish, and the service was impeccable. The staff was warm, attentive, and made our birthday celebration feel special without ever being overbearing. Everyone in our group left talking about how amazing the food was. We couldn't have asked for a better meal or a better overall experience. Mediterranean Exploration Company has definitely earned a spot on our list of favorite Portland restaurants, and we can't wait to come back.

Stopped by for an early dinner bite around 5p on a weekday without reservation and were seated…read moreimmediately. We weren't too hungry and ordered 3 dishes to share - the hamachi crudo, baked feta with Blackberries, and braised Greek greens. The service was pretty fast, we received our food within 15 mins. The hamachi crudo was tasty with fresh fish that balanced well with the yummy smoked eggplant, tamarind soy, black harissa mayo, and crispy ginger. The baked feta was the heartiest dish, it came out with piping hot pitas to dip into the creamy savory/sweet feta and blackberries. The braised Greek greens felt like the most basic dish out of the 3, collard greens cooked with a lemon/olive oil finish, which tasted as described but not exciting enough to order again. Just as the name implies, this restaurant is a nice way to try Mediterranean dishes for those who don't eat it often. Admittedly, the cuisine isn't in our top favorites, but all the dishes were executed well, true to their description, and made for some fun bites.

Amazing food. Alani is a top 3, if not #1, Mediterranean spot in all of the PORT LAND. Their…read morechicken shawarma is fantastic & their garlic hot sauce is majestic. If you're in the Oregon City hood or imbibing at Oregon City Brewing then be sure to enjoy Alani. You will thank me.

After a very good experience at their other location in Canby, I decided to check out their food…read morecart at Oregon City Brewing. I was sure not disappointed! To be as fair as possible in my evaluation of the two carts, I decided to order the exact same thing to eat - except for the sauce. The giant falafel suj was super tasty and the spicy garlic sauce was the perfect complement to all the falafels that were wrapped up in a gigantic flour tortilla. Also filled with lettuce, tomatoes, tzatziki, onions and that oh-so-delicious spicy garlic sauce, the falafel suj hit the spot. Very filling! I just can't believe all that goodness stuffed into that huge tortilla. Oregon City Brewing offers indoor seating with public restrooms and a nice adjacent parking lot as well as a covered outdoor seating area. A full range of beers and ciders are also available. I've been to other Mediterranean food carts but Alani's two locations were top notch with freshly fried falafels and fresh veggies, making Alani my new go-to for Mediterranean food. Next time, I'll be ordering something different, especially after reading the reviews of other things on their menu. With a wide variety of choices on the menu, there's more than enough to bring me back again and again. Thanks, Alani!

It's hard to find but worth looking for! They have a parking lot too!!!!…read moreI had the gyro and kid had the skewer plate. Baklava and th spinach thing was amazing! Glad we stopped! Order at the counter. They have drinks Super nice staff Outside covered seating. Nice little cozy spot.

Wonderful food, helpful servers and an overall great location! The smash potato's are incredible!!!!read more

I loved everything about Osp. The ambiance is great. The service impeccable and the food was…read moreperfect. The shrimp and chorizo appetizer was incredible; perfectly cooked and great flavor. I had the special lamb kabob plate and the lamb was perfectly cooked. I'd make the trip to Silverton just to eat here! Bravo!

I ordered the turkey and bean soup and got a bowl of broth with some onions. I don't understand the…read morehigh reviews for this place. My margarita was tasty. This is the second time we've tried food at this place and it will be the last :( In response to the business owner, the picture is the replacement soup.

We popped in to grab some dinner, we were greeted by a cheery young lady. Our food was made hot…read morewhile we waited. They hit it outa the ballpark with the food!!!!! So fresh and yummy . We all enjoyed our meals . Service was excellent and friendly!! We will be back. Peace be with you all Sherri

I've gotten takeout from The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill about 3-4 times now and it's been…read moreconsistently good every time. If you're looking for Mediterranean food that's healthy, flavorful, and reliable, this is a solid spot. A few things I've tried: * Chicken Souvlaki Plate - My favorite. The chicken is grilled, juicy, and flavorful, and the rice pilaf is sooo good. It also comes with pita bread and tzatziki, which is creamy and delicious. * Dolmades - Flavorful, lemony, and really good. * Greek Salad - Fresh and a great lighter side. * Feta Fries - Because sometimes we need to balance out the healthy stuff. * Eggplant Dip - Tasty and flavorful, just a little salty, and that's coming from someone who actually likes salty food. Everything has tasted fresh and the quality has been consistent each time I've ordered. Definitely recommend and will continue coming back!

beautiful atmosphere, delicious coffee, and delicious food. the employees are speedy and sweet. you…read morewould have to be stupid to hate this place.

I took my mother here to enjoy coffee since she hadn't been since it added coffee to menu! We loved…read moreour experience. It was very cozy and the new pastries were very good.

For sure the best Lebanese food in Hillsboro, maybe the best in all of Oregon!…read more I've had Falafel in many restaurants surrounding Portland and this is the best by far. Very moist, tender and loads of flavor, unlike most places that serve it drier than a week old biscuit. Their Hummus is creamy and delicious. The best I've had anywhere and it comes with a huge piece of flatbread. The rice was light and fluffy, steamed to perfection. Atmosphere is warm, cozy Mediteranian; service was fast and attentive; food was abundant and delicious; prices are fair and very reasonable. Seriously nothing not to love about this amazing restaurant! My only complaint is their takeout boxes are made of single-use plastic.

The place is pretty and service was great. Plenty of parking spots at the front…read more I got the Kafta shish kabob and it was juicy and filling. My only complaint that there were barely any onions? The beef shawarma plate was completely disappointing. My partner ended up getting it with the mango rice. The beef was dry and mango rice didn't even have a hint of mango at all. For the kabob, they give you a whole roasted tomato but for the shawarma plate, they give you a slice of tomato lol. We also got the kunafeh, which was good and completely balanced.

We received a friendly greeting on entrance and given information on menu items. As others…read morementioned in ther reviews food portions are large! We had chicken kabobs, rice, falafel and baba. Everything was delicious and freshly made. Staff was very friendly and we enjoyed learning about their backgrounds as well as the restaurant decor history.

We were the only people in the restaurant at the time- so service was quick and friendly. The owner…read moreseemed very happy to have us and gave all sorts of information about the food. There were also lots of pastries here as well which I'd love to come back and try sometime. The food was excellent and hot. Ginormous portions even if you order a half size. The place is a bit old and could probably use some updating- especially the restroom. Butttt the food and the service really make up for it!