From the moment we walked in, the service was absolutely exceptional. Ali the owner was warm,…read moreattentive, and genuinely cared about making sure we had a great dining experience and every recommendation was spot on. The food was even better than the service. The chicken kabob was incredibly juicy, tender, and perfectly seasoned, while the lamb kabob was flavorful, cooked to perfection, and melted in your mouth. Every bite was fresh and delicious. It's not often you find a restaurant that excels in both outstanding hospitality and amazing food, but this place absolutely does. If you're looking for delicious kabobs and top-notch customer service, I can't recommend this restaurant enough. We'll definitely be coming back. I'll miss you Ali but we'll be back!

This is a great restaurant. Subtle decorations....very nice service from a small staff. Food is…read moreexcellent....i loved my lamb....the rice was great. My wife loved her kofta dish. They include a service charge which eliminates the need to do math.

Delicious little food truck in a really cool food truck pod! The pod had plenty of covered seating…read moreand misters to cool you down in the summer. There is also plenty of street parking, and a free parking garage across the street. The lamb kebab was very good, and I already want to come back and try some other items on the menu. Staff were friendly and the prices were reasonable. Highly recommended!

I'm married to a German. Döners are hard to come by in the U.S. when we saw a food truck here in…read morePDX metro, we had to try it. First time there, we ate every morsel. When we went back (last weekend), it was not as good. The bread was dry like it had been cut open and left on the counter all day. I get the chicken, and the hubs gets the beef & lamb mix. We are sad that the quality (which was ok level before but now is missing), it does not taste authentic and we won't be back unless desperate. The shared restrooms in that food truck lot are disgrossting, and inspired me to ride with a full bladder nearly an hour to get back to Beaverton rather than use their facilities. Parking is terrible.

Amazing service by Server Mitzy She was amazing and…read moredefinitely would stop by and try out the Jujeh Dish and FRIES Definitely would stop by again!

The service and food here is amazing. It is owned by a Persian family. All their recipes are 1000…read moreyears old Or more, Im a histor buff and my husband has a degree in world history.. The decor and menu are being updated. But it's the food you want! Healthy menu. Try some Persian desert handcrafted. They just introduced saffron Ice cream! I was told new and exciting decor and food specials.

Their move from congested downtown Beaverton to this tranquil spot was a good one. The woodsy…read moreatmosphere - including "parakeets" (?) and calming music - provides for a pleasant dining experience. The complimentary lavash, onion, and mint (?) is a nice way to start your meal. Pro tip: cut bite sized pieces of the onion and enjoy with your entree. Zereshk Polow is a definite recommend. Usually, chicken breast is somewhat unexciting, but it's delightfully moist and popping with flavor here. And of course, the barberry saffron rice is an experience not to be missed. Owner is pleasant and obviously cares about his business. No healthcare fee or automatic 20%+ BS which is trending in Portland. A somewhat hidden gem especially if you're new to Persian cuisine, not to be confused with Mediterranean or pan-Middle Eastern.

I've been meaning to try Persian food and was happy to find a place close by that offers it! Sadly…read morethey moved from their original location on Beaverton Hillsdale Highway to a different location. The new location looked like they were still on the middle of renovating but we were still able to dine in. Parking was easy as well. I came in on a Saturday evening at 6:30pm and was shocked to find they were sold out of tahdig, which was the one thing I was looking forward to. I found it odd that they didn't prepare extra for a weekend dinner but that's okay. Our party loved the lamb shanks and kebabs! The lamb shank was so tender and not gamey at all. And the kebabs was one the best kebabs I've had! There weren't too many customers when we came so hopefully it'll ramp up more once they are more settled into their new place.

Scrumptious food, quick service and cozy bench or bar seating…read more I tried almost everything vegetarian from the menu. The entire ordered was fingerpicking good including those fries. We thought we ordered so much and then we went back for more. One may find portion sizes are little for their price but their flavors are top-notch. I would say it's a great spot to get flavorful Mediterranean food. Though I wish they had more seating area. However, the food is extremely good and is worth it. If you haven't already, head there to try them and you wouldn't be disappointed.

Having been to one of the sister restaurants, I knew what to expect! The food was good, although…read morethe place was TINY. I love their hummus, especially the one with burnt ends! The chicken kebab was delicious, although the rice wasn't my fave... But that was just personal preference because I didn't love the lentils mixed in. I'll definitely be back!

My second time here and it did not disappoint. The service was excellently coordinated with 2 other…read moreservers by our waitress. The food was delicious and the warm flatbread with hummus was a favorite. As a party of 8 we were ushered upstairs which was much quieter for making conversation.

It's been a few weeks, and I'm finally getting around to saying I had the best meal of my life…read morethere! There was enough food left over to have a complete dinner the next night. My son treated me to flavors I've never experienced before. I didn't take pictures but it looks like there are plenty here already. We ate: Lamb Kabobs-tender meat delicious flavor. Something wrapped in Grape Leaves served with a dipping sauce-so mouth watering pleasant to every taste bud I wanted more, more, more! They serve a large, tortilla style, bread, the name escapes me, which I was able to use a variety of dips on, one a garlic mixture for dipping, I must have more! Each dip had its own flavor, cannot tell you what they were but lemon was used here and there, as well as other exotic spices. Every single thing I ate there opened with one completely satisfying flavor, and often changed to a secondary flavor that was equal too, or better than the first. Yum. The waitress was very informative and the service was efficient. The restaurant is decorated in a Middle Eastern style and it was lovely. I had their coffee. Now that was eye opening. The service they used was fancy and I truly developed an appreciation for that style-less is more, and perfect for the drive ahead. Oh! The Baklava- yes please. We had that later in the evening as there was no way to eat more at the end of the meal. Over all, I will say this: It is a restaurant I will go back too. My son treated me to a delicious meal with a man I love dearly.

Got the Borani Banjan and it's exquisite. Incredibly rich for a vegetarian dish, with perfectly…read morebalanced and delicious spices. The chef made me fresh naan to go with it, still hot enough to burn my fingers as I stuffed my face in the car. My only sadness was that I like my food a bit spicy, so I'm glad I didn't finish it in the car. When I got home I found the red pepper sauce in the bottom of the bag. It brought the perfect heat without overpowering the flavors. Next time I'll pay for extra sauce because this stuff is all-purpose spicy. Complaint: Ate twice as much as I should have because I couldn't stop. We'll be trying everything on the menu!

Food and services 10/10. I am Afghan kebab lover. I feel like they make the best kebab ever. Great…read morejob the owner Auntie.

The tasting menu at Mediterranean Exploration company was one of my favorite dining experiences in…read morePortland I've ever had. The atmosphere was lively and I loved the industrial, modern decor. I went on a busy Friday night and was sat right at my reservation time. Our server was personable and friendly. They had a small mocktail selection with creative options. I went with the "worth a chai", which was spicy, sweet, and tangy. The tasting menu was $75 each for two people and we got a total of 9 dishes and left full and with leftovers. Not one dish wasn't delicious and I enjoyed how each dish had an unexpected flavor or textural element to keep things interesting. All the ingredients felt fresh and the dishes were bright in color and taste. Despite the larger quantity of food, the meal overall felt well- balanced, healthy, and not too heavy or decadent. I keep thinking about the hamachi crudo that came with this amazing smoky eggplant that complemented the vinaigrette on the fish perfectly. The radicchio salad was addictingly good with the fruity burst of sweetness from the cherries. The hummus is insanely rich and pairs well with the thick, fluffy pita. I could keep going on about each dish, but these were my absolute standouts. I especially appreciated the timing of the dishes. New dishes came out right as we were finishing the last. I will be coming back here to try more of the menu.

4.4/5. 1st place - baked feta (delicious only complaint is…read morethat the feta stuck to the bottom of the pan) 2nd- lamb chops 3rd place - radicchio salad (crunchy bits were delicious) 4th - hamachi crudo (the sauce with this was amazing to dip the pita in) 5th - cauliflower (the fact that they brought this last should be illegal) Overall, really enjoyed but wish everything was brought out together so it could be eaten together.

If you're looking to try something new in Portland- GO HERE!…read more Homemade pita bread with grilled meats are amazing, everything was seasoned well and tasty. I don't have much experience with Balkan food, but I can tell everything here is made with care and attention. Service was prompt and kind. Will be gladly adding this place to my regular meal rotation is in Portland

2 words - Cheese Burek!!!…read more You don't wanna miss out on the cheese Burek. It's of course cheesy, buttery, and flaky. It's great enjoyed any time of day. *Very Limited* They also have meat and cheese/spinach. Enjoy it at the restaurant, or take it home and pop it in the air fryer for 15 minutes, melt a little butter on top and sprinkle a little salt and you are in Balkan in heaven.

Very cozy atmosphere with such beautiful interior design and attention to detail in every way…read more Amazing and friendly service with delicious food. Can't wait to go back! الخدمة والأكل كانت لزيزة جدا

What a beautiful decorated place! Once you walk inside you transport into another realm with all…read morethe decorations and accessories everywhere! There were 5 of us so we got sat in the corner near the restrooms. We came in on a Saturday around lunch time and it was nearly empty with maybe another 1 or 2 tables. We opened the menu and realized it was kind of pricey for all the items so we decided to get two platters to share for an appetizer. Nonetheless the falafels and chicken kabobs were really good. The platters came with hummus,tzatziki, and baba ganoush. Each of them were really good and tasty. My favorite was probably the tzatziki because it was so fresh and had a good coolness to it. The chicken was were tender and the falafels had a good crunch and taste to them. So dipping them both into these sauces was really good. The order came with 2 pita breads to dip as well. The employee came to check on us a few times. We ordered another pita bread to finish off the rest of the dips. Really good food but really high in price point.