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    4.8 (16 reviews)
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    lamb shawarma and hummus aka perfection!
    Yasmine E.

    Since moving to Portland, I've been on a quiet mission to find shawarma that actually tastes like something. I'm Arab, and a bit of a shawarma snob, so it's been... underwhelming. Until now. Classic Shawarma nailed it. The lamb was tender, well-seasoned, and wrapped in warm, slightly blistered flatbread that held it all together without getting soggy. Inside--bright, crunchy pickles that brought just the right amount of tang. It's a small detail, but when it's wrong, it throws the whole thing off. These were perfect. The hummus? Creamy, rich, and garlicky, with that little swirl of olive oil, a dusting of sumac, and fresh mint on top. No shortcuts, no filler--just real flavor. And then there's Allan. We got to chatting, and it's clear this isn't just food for him. He's in it. Every plate coming out of that kitchen feels personal, like he's cooking from memory, not a recipe. Made fresh, made with love, made with pride. If you've been wandering around Portland looking for flavor that lands--start here.

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    10 stars if possible. The best shawarma in the area. Was not expecting a food truck but don't let looks deceive you. This place is legit! So delicious fresh and authentic. Highly recommended

    Food was delicious , and very authentic had to try one of everything! Staff is very friendly

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    Hands down the BEST shawarma in town! I grew up in a place where there were tons of Lebanese people with amazing shawarmas and I've been on the hunt for shawarmas similar to it. Finally found it!! Don't walk, run!!! I get lamb or beef Shawarma and it's so so good!

    Alex J.

    Food was great! Not overly saucy like other places. Owned and operated by an actual middle eastern makes for better middle eastern food! Owner is very nice. Easy to access location with plenty of parking. Shaded area to wait. Highly recommend! Best shawarma I've had in Portland!

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    Literally the best chicken shawarma I've ever had! It's much larger than most. The owner also gave me some dipping sauces upon request.

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    It was payday, my Friday, and my plans to make spaghetti carbonara were foiled by frozen bacon (…read moreoops) and a mountain of dirty dishes ( not. my. job.) and my freakin' exhaustion. Teen wanted boba, and we decided to order Mediterranean from this place which also strangely sells boba. Yes, I rewarded the chore avoidance. Sue me. I worked four tens, all week my mental health clients were stressed and distressed, and I was honestly a lump. We both ordered a Moroccan stewed chicken that comes with saffron rice, salad, and three spicy sauces - one yogurt and maybe sumac? , one sriracha, and one yogurt mixed with sriracha maybe? We liked the rice, chicken, salad, and the yogurt sauce. Just ok though. Not omg good. I wish the two other sauces had been in separate containers and not on the rice. My mint and honey tea was fine. Kid's boba was not full. Not because it spilled either, because it was sealed with the boba seal lid thingy. For $6 that was disappointing. The hummus and dolmades plate came with one sad not good pita, ONE, and I think our Uber eats driver flung it out the window like kids used to deliver newspapers from their bikes because yogurt sauce was freaking everywhere. The hummus was not great. Teen ( the dolmades fan) said the grape leaves were good. Probably not a repeat in store. One and done.

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