My first time at this cozy place and I was impressed. We came for an early lunch and the food was excellent. They started us out with fresh pita with a small sampler plate with Lemon Kavush, Tahini, Matbuha, and Shug (on the house). All were excellent. We ordered "Hummus the Works" which included caramelized onions, parsley, Grilled Beef and Lamb. The flavor of the hummus and the beef were great. Highly recommended with the fresh pita bread. I think I licked the plate clean with the remaining pita bread. I also ordered the Baba Ghanoush and it tasted like the eggplant was smoked on a grille, an extra touch. We also ordered the "Wine Short Rib Cigars" and that was a table favorite as well. My son ordered the kids Pita Bread Pizza and he seemed to eat the entire thing including the crust. Generally he only eats the cheesy parts of the pizza and avoids the edge crust. I will try to go back during dinner time to try their dinner Menu. read more

Cafe Dimona describes itself as Mediterranean (3 mentions on the www site, including "heart of Mediterranean cuisine"), but it is better described as "Israeli." The menu is limited, which could be a good thing since it indicates that they're cooking from scratch, but it's also unnecessarily limited. For example, the schnitzel, which is apparently very good, is not available for dinner - only lunch. Because it's a small place, they can easily run out of items. We (usually) like lamb, and the kebab with couscous looked like a good choice. However, the couscous was very bland and we wished the same for the lamb. Rolled into 3 turd-like pieces, it had an odd flavor and a strong latent heat that took away from the rest of the dish. The eggplant baladi was a whole eggplant cooked to mush, swimming in oil and covered with a ton of cilantro (like almost everything else - moderation would have helped). The hummus with the works apparently had lamb and beef, but the cooked-to-dryness pile of meat made it impossible to distinguish and the cilantro was excessive. The hummus itself was great and the bread was very good. Overall, aside from the service and the hummus, the experience was (hopefully) forgettable. read more

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We were in town for the day and came across this spot. We liked that they have a patio area because we had our dog, and that was nice. The inside is so cozy; it feels like you're at your grandma's house having food. Loved that. Ordered the midnight pomegranate drink, and that was delicious. They brought the sample dip plate along with the bread. Our favorite was the spicy green dip. Ordered the schnitzel along with their zatar fries. The chicken was perfect and crispy, and the side salad was really well paired. We also ordered the lamb kabob. This dish has a lot of Moroccan/Indian curry flavors. We are Middle Eastern, and this has more Indian flavor than Middle Eastern flavor but was still yummy. Our food did take a bit longer to come, so the chef did send us complimentary hummus, which was good along with olives, which were AMAZING. Overall, it's a really good spot to stop by if you are in the area. read more

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Very delicious and authentic menu. Our group shared various apps and entrees and all left comforted and satisfied. Service was attentive and ambience was cozy and relaxing. Convenient to the main areas and it was a nice walk from our rental for a girls weekend. read more

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Great mideastern food and friendly service! We shared a couple of salads and that was perfect for a light lunch.

Fan-freaking-tastic!!! What a great little spot with deliciously creative bites. The place itself is super cute but it is a little noisy inside. Our server was awesome; super helpful and very attentive. My favorite was definitely the cabbage. Charred and cooked to perfection. The hummus and goat was a very close second. The absolute standout though was the baklava. OMG! It was light, flakey and perfectly sweetened. I wish I would've added the lemony sauce to the cauliflower because that would've been perfect. The orange knot dessert was a miss for me but the sauce was outstanding. I'm definitely coming back here to try more of the dishes. It's the perfect little somewhat upscale date spot with affordable creations. read more

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Hands down, THE BEST Restaurant in Fredericksburg! Our first experience dining here is like going to all high end restaurant... service is impeccable, food comes out hot and fresh, staff is attentive and kind. I love that when you seated our waitress ask if this is our first time dining here or returning. We said first. She gave us the history of the restaurant which was open in 2023 and how the owner came to open Cafe Dimona with his family recipes. You get complimentary pita bread with 4 different dips. Preserve lemon, tahini, tomato salsa, and leafy green. All is good but Our favorite is the preserve lemon! refreshing and so lemon forward! The pita bread is so good! We ordered: 4/5: Humus comes with pita bread! The humus is good but I felt it was a bit under seasoned or needed acid. I added the preserve lemon with the humus and it was Devine! 5/5: lamb kebab and couscous was fire !! I am not a fan of lamb because of the gamey taste but this lamb was juicy, well seasoned, not gamey, and the best lamb kebab I've ever had! This dish was simply executed so well! The cherry tomatoes was roasted perfectly! Freshness of the cucumber salad helped balance the dish. Simple but excellent dish! Best Mediterranean food I've ever had! It comes with a lentil soup too. I wasn't a fan of the soup but my spouse devoured mine and his lol . Love that the meal is light and you weren't in a food coma after! Do I recommend this place? 100000 yes! I cannot wait to come back to try the branzino which they were out of when we visited. Order extra pit bread! The guest dining next to us was highly raving about Their roasted cauliflower so I can't wait to order that too! Lamb kebab is a must try. Super cozy place for date night, treat yourself, or if you simply want an excellent meal! This is a must try in Fredericksburg! Thank you to the Chef for amazing Mediterranean food in Fredericksburg! A hidden gem! read more

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We had lunch here early on Saturday afternoon. When we arrived there was only one other occupied table in the dining room. The restaurant is located inside of a very charming house and the interior is light and bright and very cozy. The service throughout was fine but a little bit off. When I said I was between the salad, the omelette and the shakshuka the waiter told me to get the shakshuka if I was in the mood for something "watery". Oof. We started with the fresh market veggie platter "for dipping" which ended up being just cucumber, radish, bell pepper and olives that were positively swimming in oil. It was also served without dip so I guess they were for dipping into the 4 sauces that they bring you to try when you sit down. For lunch I ordered the Laurie's Salad with a poached egg and my husband ordered the lamb kebabs. I completely agree with other reviews here that the portions you get for what you are paying is kind of crazy. My husband's $27 lamb kebab plate had three small lamb kebabs with a side of cucumber salad and that's it. My salad was missing it's avocado which they brought when I asked but they first questioned whether it wasn't really in there as if I may be fibbing. The taste of the food was generally fresh and healthy, I just didn't feel like it was worth the menu prices. read more

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Cafe Dimona was a best option for our party when we were looking for a break from pretzels and sauerkraut. A healthier option but the best part was the ambiance of how they had converted a house into a cozy restaurant. The staff were friendly and didn't have a much of a wait time. The decor was stellar , including the utensils and tableware. My order: Spicy shakshuka Falafel Charred cauliflower Mint tea Orange cake Turkish coffee Pita Sauce platter Challah Loved the spicy Shakshuka. It had a good balance of spices and the spice level wasn't too high and was definitely manageable . Falafel plate was an excellent order. It had the perfect crispiness and the interior was well cooked, not too hard nor moist. Loved the MINT tea. So refreshing!! Best sauces were - Tahini, Amba Mango , Kavush and Matbuha! Will definitely return for the complete package!! read more

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Overall great experience and dinner at this home style Mediterranean Moroccan fusion restaurant. The sauces were the best part of the experience. Lemon Kavush so yum! We loved their wine tea and coffee. Overall our dinner and shareable were cooked well and tasted delicious. Their fries were good yet interesting texture. Missing one star because our dessert choices were unavailable. read more

A place that will hold a special place in my Fiancé and I's heart. Post engagement we came here to a dinner with our family. The place was quiet and perfect to spill all the happenings. The waitresses were so cute and after we sat down immediately offered a dessert on the house as the reservation made by family told the staff why we were there- they said word traveled fast and wanted to give it a gift Mediterranean being my favorite kind of food we were in heaven. The red we drank stood out and I so wish I had taken a photo of the bottle. The charm the building had added a cozy ambiance to the restaurant. The pita went so hard I can't tell you if I've had any better. We left heart and belly's full. We even returned the next morning because we had to have shakshuka Note: there is parking! It's a small lot but was so convenient. read more

This is a gem located in Fredericksburg, Texas. We came here on a Saturday evening. It was a cute little looking Cafe with a cozy interior. Definitely an intimate setting. Service was great. They were able to get us our food relatively quickly after we placed our orders. They start you off with a nice little sauce plate with their complimentary homemade pita bread and four different types of sauce. Their tomato based sauce was definitely our favorite. For our appetizer we got Laurie's salad. They make their own lemon tahini based vinaigrette that complements the salad very nicely. It was light, refreshing, and savory. Hummus the Works was excellent. It was spiced really well and topped with meat. It was a Mediterranean version of stuffed nachos. The lamb kebab was not actually a kebab. It was blended with wagyu but still very soft, tender, and tasty. Overall, this was delicious and we left full and satisfied. You should definitely check this place out if you happen to be in town! read more

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I loved this place and its homey vibes. I'm a huge fan of Mediterranean food and this place was so fresh and delicious! My friend and I visited for lunch and were greeted and sat without a wait or reservation. We were very quickly served a sample of the homemade sauces on a plate to taste before we chose our meals. I really liked the white one and the red one (can't remember their names), and our server was able to tell me which dishes had more of those sauces/were made around those flavors. I will say the menu felt limited! We had a hard time figuring out what to order, but ended up with the hummus plate and a salad to share and it was plenty for us! The beef and lamb were really savory. I'd like to go back for a dinner meal & try out another dish! Side note: the bathroom was so cute and had a great smelling candle lit which added to the ambiance of the place. read more

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Everything was wonderful! The food was delicious and authentic, and the service was great. I told my husband it was one of my favorite meals of the trip. Highly recommend! read more

We had reservations for lunch at Cafe Dimona to celebrate a friend's birthday. We decided to go with their shareables and one entree. We ordered the eggplant tahini chips (good but a bit too salty), fries, hummus, children tenders & fresh cut fries (they were out of the schnitzel) and the falafel entree. I really enjoyed everything we ordered with the exception of the eggplant chips. They were good but as mentioned, they were a bit too salty. Service was spot on. We were well attended and the owner/manager also made it a point to check on our group. The place itself is nice and cozy. It's an older house that was converted into a restaurant. The decor is well thought through. This place is well worth a visit. read more

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I travel about 60 miles to go he at this restaurant. It's absolutely delicious. A quiet quaint very personable. Staff in the atmosphere is very relaxing. I've only had the best service when coming here. read more

I need 6 stars to give! Get in your car!!! Chandra met us at the door and served us expertly through our meal. The cafe is a converted house... absolutely lovely inside! We enjoyed an early lunch that started with Turkish coffee which was luscious. Because it was our first time we received a sauce and pita sampler: lemon kavush, tahini, matbuha, and shug. I loved them all but especially the tahini and the matbuha which is tomato-based. The shug was really good too... think pesto. Together my sisters and I ordered the lamb and wagyu kebabs, the wine braised short rib cigars, hummus the works, Israeli salad, baba ganoush, falafel, and dessert (discussed below). Y'all, when I say good I mean amazingly good! All of it! Even though we were very full we succumbed to dessert, a chocolate babka which was a warm hazelnut chocolate challah pastry, 4 slices with vanilla ice cream, sweet lord! We also shared a brown butter walnut cookie, pure heaven. Such a special place. I asked if they had an empty bedroom, lol! read more

Cafe Dimona - Sauce sampler with warm pita. Complementary to new customers. I'll forever be "new"! - Mediterranean Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

Wow! Wow! Wow! This place truly lives up to the hype! My hubby and I were in Fredericksburg and were about to go to one of our regular spots but came across this treasure! We were seated and shortly after were given a basket of bread with a sample platter of four dips: 1. Lemon kavush-10/10 amazing 2. Tahini- 7/10 decent 3. Matbuha- 10/10 delicious 4. Shug- 10/10 need on everything! (The bread was good but it would've been better if it was warm.) We wanted to try as much as possible so we order a ton of different items! Hummus the works, absolutely a must. Creamy hummus with juicy lamb and beef, zesty lemon, perfect with the hot pita, though they only give you one pita and you clearly need more than that so order extra, OR we chose to order the market vegetables instead of more bread, which was the right move! We also ordered falafel, the yogurt with chives, lamb kabobs, and Israeli salad. We also got the mint iced tea which was so perfect to wash it all down. I wanted to order the orange blossom cake but they just sold out and I wanted to cry! So we ended up getting the pistachio white chocolate cookie. Everything was top notch! The food, the service, the decor! Perfect for date night or just no reason other than wanting amazing food! read more

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Stopped here for brunch on our way back from Fredericksburg and really enjoyed the experience overall. The Middle Eastern dishes like shakshuka and challah were flavorful, and the mint tea was incredibly refreshing! The atmosphere was cozy and service was generally good. One small disappointment: we were planning a surprise birthday celebration, but the server asked about it in front of the birthday girl, which took away from the surprise. Still, a lovely spot with great food and warm vibes! read more

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Service here was great. Seated for reservation quickly and checked on several times by waitress and the owner. Lamb meatballs, eggplant and baba ganoush were delish. However a couple items were so salty. One of the sauces in the complimentary sauce dip was salty and not our favorite. However, the dolmas in particular were SO salty, we couldn't eat them. It was a nice atmosphere and overall would return. read more

Delicious appetizers of Hummus and Babaganous. We then had the Kabab platter to share that was very tasty. The kabab was a little spicy for us. Service was excellent, too. read more

We have been exploring different restaurants of the same level of service around Fredericksburg. This week we decided to go off of the Main Strip to Cafe Dimona in a converted Craftsman style home. We were greeted and seated, and immediately served the pictured pita and sauces of graduated levels of spice. The server made several recommendations from the menu that did provide us with a new and refreshing experience for lunch. I had the charred cabbage and cauliflower. I recommend this place for a welcome change from the ordinary. read more

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The lamb kebabs were delicious. Also had the battered cauliflower and a special sauce which was amazing and ended lunch with baklava and vanilla ice cream which knocked our socks off. Our server Sachi was super attentive and knowledgeable. Oh the Turkish coffee was authentic. read more

Fresh, unique, delicious food that left us feeling full and energized! Such kind staff and the cutest little quaint building. 10/10! read more

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We took a weekend trip to Fredericksburg and had lunch at Cafe Dimona. The cafe is homey and cute! We ordered Zaatar fries, labaneh, falafel, lamb kebabs, and Turkish coffee served in a pot. Although the food took a while to arrive, it was well worth the wait. The Turkish coffee was strong and grainy--not something I'd order again. However, the hand-cut fries were a highlight--crispy and perfectly seasoned. The falafel, while a bit under-salted, was crunchy and paired nicely with the accompanying salad and sauces. The lamb kebabs were tender and flavorful. As for the pita, it was reminiscent of Indian Bhatura--dense and slightly thicker than I'd prefer. Overall, I'd highly recommend Cafe Dimona to anyone craving outstanding Mediterranean food! read more

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Wish I could give 0 stars. I have worked hospitality in many facets. The immediate vibe of walking into this establishment was RBF. Several staff members attempted to point out a service animal that my family member uses for a disability. This animal travels with a vest, a collar and multiple forms of identification to let you know she is a S/A. We are always more than happy to comply with requirements and regulations as this is not a new thing for us. Staff was not willing to accommodate us and blatantly complained in front of us when asked if we could seat indoors as it's 91° out. As paying customers, I could not believe the resistance and rudeness we were immediately met with. Leathery blonde host was immediately annoyed when we requested again to be seating inside. Leathery blonde continued to complain to worker in the back in front of me. The owner is a kind individual but unfortunately staff completely turned us off. read more

Cafe Dimona - Mediterranean Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

Great ambiance. The falafel was definitely one of the best things on the menu. Definitely more on the pricier side. read more

Cafe Dimona - Mediterranean Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

Cute spot for lunch! Great food and service! The hummus entree is my favorite! And we love sharing a pot of tea with baklava!!

My husband says he doesn't like Mediterranean food. But I managed to swindle him into trying this tasting healthy food. We were greater a little slow by hostess but it was later in the afternoon. It wasn't busy and we were sat in a cute nook of this house. I had a chicken dish and my husband had the cauliflower steak dish. We both left very full and happy. They also provided complimentary pita and various sauces to try. Super impressed. read more

Omg! We all loved this restaurant. It's slightly away from the Main Street but was on my list when I planned the trip. From the ambiance to the service to the friendliness, everything was spectacular about this place. The host was friendly and very welcome and honoured and answered all our questions. Now for food, we tried a lot of stuff - falafel, battered cauliflower, shakashuka, lebaneh, eggplant crisps. Everything tasted very well. The breads offered here are extremely soft, very different from my usual Mediterranean spots. I highly recommend this place if you are in Fredericksburg! *_* read more

"Did we pass it?" The anxious question came from my wife as I struggled to both locate Cafe Dimona and drive. It wasn't easy. Washington Street, running perpendicular to Fredericksburg's main drag is high speed. I glanced at my map. "Yup," I replied, executing a high speed u-turn that had my wife screaming in terror as a pickup barreled down toward us. I pulled back into traffic smoothly and this time spotted the small sign leading to what looked like a small, Texas, family dwelling. "Here it is." Off of Main Street and not catering to the beer and bratwurst crowd, or the high society wine snobs, Cafe Dimona feels like stepping into the Eastern Med. We were greeted and seated immediately, then presented with a sample flight of their four signature sauces along with an amazing pita. My less refined palette didn't quite appreciate the lemon kavush, which was preserved lemon with salt, mint, and other spices. It was tangy, but sour, without any sweetness, so definitely an acquired taste. My wife also dug into the Shug and Matbuha, both of which were so spicy that only my wife's native Texan taste buds were able to withstand the bonfires! We ordered hummus and pita as an appetizer and were served one of the freshest, tastiest, delicious hummus I've ever had. My wife and I dug in gleefully as her Shakshuka and my Lamb Kebob were being prepared. Lunch arrived and my wife grinned as she continued to light fires on her tongue that even the Greek Yogurt couldn't truly quench. Still she clearly loved her dish. Mine was... well... I can't say that I enjoyed it. I'm a gyro guy, or shwarma, and I felt the lamb was seriously under seasoned. Even combined with the cucumber and beet salad and wrapped in pita, it needed help. Feta. or tsatiki sauce? I'm sure it was authentic, but I was not the right audience. Still, my wife loved the food and she is more worldly than I. We ended taking pita with us, tomorrow's travel snack. Too bad there wasn't any hummus left. I'm the Gourmet Goob. read more

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This was our first time here! We have been to fredricksburg multiple times and have been to almost every restaurant. I can say without a doubt that this will be one of our favorite places to go. We had an incredibly time here! The inside was cozy/modern. All the employees were friendly and took the time to explain their menu. The service was fast and quick. The food was amazing! By far the best hummus I have ever had. I highly recommend the challah bread. read more

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The service was sweet but honestly terrible. The steaks were well seasoned but not well cooked (eg tough, not cooked medium rare as requested). We were bummed by the experience read more

Café Dimona was such a gem! I've been to Fredericksburg a couple of times and had never heard of this place and will definitely want to come back for dinner on my next visit. My friend and I came in on a Sunday during lunchtime and shared the Hummus Plate and a Salad. The Hummus dish was an interesting one for me, I loved it, especially with the beef and lamb, but I don't know if I would have it as an entree but instead as an appetizer. The salad was pretty straight forward as well, refreshing and light! Those two plates were plenty for the both of us along with the generous amount of pita bread we had for the sauces/dip/spreads at the beginning and for the hummus. Left me wanting more! That pita bread though, 10/10 The space is cute and bright, the service was great - felt a bit rushed, I think because they needed to close early, but not a big deal. Reason why I would give this spot a 4 is because I wish they had more lunch entree options. The other options seemed like they were more fitting for an evening dinner. That's just me! Can't wait to come back though! read more

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What a lovely surprise to find top-quality Mediterranean food in Fredericksburg, Texas! We were looking for a lunch spot that wasn't on Main Street during spring break, and this small Cafe on Washington Street was the perfect fit. The service was excellent: the sauces were explained, the menu questions were answered, and the staff were very nice and appropriately attentive. The food was incredible! The Israeli salad is wonderfully fresh and crunchy, and the pita is divine. I had shakshouka, and it was wonderful and spicy. Mom had falafel, and she loved it. And the sauces - I have a new appreciation for really good tahini. The preserved lemon sauce was another favorite. The atmosphere is very calming, making the meal even more enjoyable. I can't wait to go back! read more

This cozy place has amazing food! The bread and kabob was delicious! The ambiance and service were excellent. read more

Cafe Dimona - Lamb kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

We wanted to try something different from the usual fare when we visit Fredericksburg. Based on Yelp reviews, we went to Cafe Dimona and were not disappointed. The food, starting with the pita bread and five dips followed by a stunningly delicious hummus and lamb kebabs for our main, was outstanding. The wine paired well with our meal. The service was attentive and top notch. Cheers to our server, Moriah, and her trainee for taking such good care of us. Kudos to Chef, who visited with us and gave us a special treat, and the back of the house for such a great meal, the favor and quality of which would easily hold its own in a major metropolitan area. read more

We are visiting from out of town on a girls week/weekend. We found this cozy little restaurant through yelp. The food was excellent. The service was excellent. The food is light, healthy, satiating, and delicious. This place did not disappoint. read more

We went for Sunday brunch!!! Food was amazing. Service was great. The only hard part was choosing which entrée to try first! We are local and we will be back again and again. read more

Excellent food and service Good and authentic food Reservations recommended Small restaurant read more