Got the PDX Mac delivered to my hotel late and was so happy with it. It was delicious and the…read moresausage was amazing. My only gripe was that the serving was small and I got probably one link, if that, of sausage total. $25 dollars, before adding tax and tip, is steep for what I received.

to be very clear: this place is take out ONLY! there are covered picnic tables where you can eat. i…read morewould go ahead and call the order in ahead of time or place it online, there's no counter to order from - you'll need to call in your order anyways when you get there so might as well call/online order ahead even if you plan to eat at the picnic tables! OK onto the service and food. Food: awesome! I haven't been to Egypt in 20 years where I experienced the great and original Koshari in Cairo. I remember it being cheap good and greasy. This was not cheap (but it is a good value!!), it was very good, and not as greasy as I remember. But that's probably a good thing! Putting the extra lime vinegar sauce on it really helps and helps me dig into that flavor that I miss- of and the crispy friend onion!!. i've only had Koshari one other time in the United States and it was in NYC, so I really love being able to have this here. I brought a large group and our food took a little while because I didn't understand the ordering or I would've ordered in advance. once our long wait was over ( we had nine people) we devoured the food! Everybody loved it whether they had Koshari or the Mac. I will also note that the impossible Koshari was an especially good deal - only$2 to add a vegan burger to the top of the koshari! they ran out of some of the drinks that we ordered and replaced them with nicer drinks. The folks were excellent, kind, and really took care of us! glad i'm not too far away- i'll be back! also, i'm not a night owl but if you are ... this is your spot!

Elmasry Egyptian Halal Food is one of the best food spots I've tried. The menu has a great variety…read moreof options, from gyros and shawarma-style wraps to falafel, lamb, chicken, burgers, and plates. Everything is made fresh, portions are generous, and the prices are very reasonable for the amount of food you get. The meat was flavorful and well-seasoned, the ingredients tasted fresh, and the sauces brought everything together perfectly. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and helped answer questions about the menu. If you're looking for authentic halal food with great taste, big portions, and excellent value, this place is definitely worth a visit. I'll be coming back to try more of the menu. Highly recommended! Favorite recommendation: The lamb gyro and chicken saj are must-tries. Elmasry Egyptian Halal Food waa mid ka mid ah meelaha ugu fiican ee aan cunto ka cunay. Menu-gu wuxuu leeyahay noocyo badan oo kala duwan sida gyro, saj, falafel, hilib wan, digaag, burgers, iyo cuntooyin saxan ah. Cuntadu waa cusub tahay, qaybaha la bixiyana waa waaweyn yihiin, qiimuhuna waa mid macquul ah marka loo eego inta cunto ee aad hesho. Hilibku wuxuu ahaa mid aad u dhadhan fiican oo si wanaagsan loo kariyey, khudaarta iyo waxyaabaha kale ee la isticmaalayna waxay ahaayeen kuwo cusub. Suugada ay isticmaalaan ayaa cuntada si gaar ah u dhammaystirtay. Shaqaaluhuna waxay ahaayeen kuwo saaxiibtinimo leh, soo dhoweyn wanaagsan sameeya, isla markaana diyaar u ah inay kaa caawiyaan fahamka menu-ga. Haddii aad raadineyso cunto xalaal ah oo dhadhan fiican leh, qaybo badan leh, isla markaana qiimo wanaagsan ku fadhida, meeshan waa inaad booqataa. Waxaan hubaa inaan mar kale soo laaban doono si aan uga tijaabiyo cuntooyin kale oo menu-ga ku jira. Waxaan si gaar ah u kugula talinayaa: Lamb Gyro iyo Chicken Saj.

The food is amazing plus this man he's so awesome and kind, keeping you safe and making gooodddd…read morefooddd, i recommend to come here we're definitely coming back again and it's a good price for what you are getting

The falafel is so crispy and good! $5 for two. Got the beef kofta plate which was great as well…read more Plenty of outdoor seating with tents. Street parking only

We got the shawarma wraps it was okish. Service was slow and understaffed. Forgot to take a picture…read morebefore taking a bite.

Gyro Place is an awesome food cart near Portland State that serves a great chicken shawarma over…read morerice platter. The prices are reasonable and the portions are generous, making it a great value. It's a little on the oily side, but that's my only real complaint. Plus, they're open late, which makes it a perfect spot for a late-night meal. Definitely worth checking out!

I stumbled across this Egyptian halal food truck and couldn't resist grabbing a sausage hot…read moredog--and wow, it did not disappoint! This wasn't your average hot dog. It was loaded to the max with flavorful toppings, including crispy fries and even some fresh sliced cucumber, which added a refreshing crunch to every bite. The sausage itself had a smoky, slightly spiced flavor that paired perfectly with all the fixings. Every bite felt indulgent but balanced. You can really tell they put thought into their combinations--it's street food done right. Quick service, friendly staff, and halal-certified. If you're craving something bold, satisfying, and a little different, definitely give this spot a try!

They had lentil soup. It was smooth, little trace of solid lentils in it. That was just what I…read morewanted, and it was delicious. Made my day. Dolmas (cold) also good.

Tahrir square is a food cart that is located in Cartopia that sells gyros and wraps. I saw that…read morethere was an orange chicken shawarma wrap on the menu and was intrigued so decided to order it. I'm not sure what I was given, but I'm pretty confident that it was not the orange chicken shawarma wrap because there was absolutely no similarities to the flavor of orange chicken in what I got. This in itself was pretty disappointing. The wrap that I did get was enjoyable, however, I'd say the meat to veggies ratio was pretty bad and that I felt like they skimped out on meat a lot here. For $11, I think it was overpriced for what it was. This store is just a stand where you order your food and pick it up, so there's not much service. The employee who gave me my food wasn't the most friendly because he ignored me when I thanked him for my food and just seemed really unhappy about being there overall. I'm not sure if this restaurant was having an off day when I went, but based off of my experience, I would not recommend coming here.

Highly recommend Tōv Coffee for its one of a kind selection of drinks, excellent service, and…read moreunique ambiance. Went on a Friday morning at around 10:30. No wait at all. Great service from friendly barista. I ordered the Chocolate Jesus and my kid had the Arabic People's Latte. Both drinks were unique and superbly delicious with cardamom accents. I would have ordered another round but I didn't want to be a jittery maniac for the rest of the day. I'm not a Portland resident, but I do live in the PNW. Tōv will always be my first stop when passing through the Rose City.

I'm stupid and made a huge mistake. They, on the other hand, are so nice, kind, wonderful... All I…read morecan say now is... customer for life. I've been here quite a few times and have really enjoyed the Aribic People's latte with its strong cardamon overtones, the Chocolate Jesus and today, the Mucho Calliente, which promises a chili infusion, and cinnamon infused espresso with dark chocolate! But wait..., oh no, I forgot to ask for oat... this is probably (certainly) dairy. Argh! Sorry, I have no Viking blood and can not digest cow milk. I would rather battle the aforementioned Viking before I'd endure the results of ... dairy! So, I brought my drink up fully prepared to pay for another and everyone there, EVERYONE, in almost unison, refused to take my payment. They kindly and quickly made another and... oh... spicy indeed, but chocolatey and balanced! One of the best spicy mochas I've had anywhere ... and I am an absolute Spella snob and proud of it! Inside secret: Don't miss out on the great selection of truly authentic Egyptian foods and pastries, as well as some really nice necklaces and earrings. If you need that piece to pull your whole Nefertiti look together before going out for a Saturday of dancing and fun... this is your hidden gem!

SO FLAVORFUL. Even the rice had flavor-- so many restaurants skimp out on the rice but this place…read morehad delicious yellow rice that you can tell was made with love! The lamp shank was fall off the bone tender and juicy. The flatbread was freshly made and was so soft with a good chew. It was definitely made from scratch or at least tasted like it. The shawarma was SO tender and flavorful. The hummus and baba ganoush were also excellent. Even the French fries were so good!! The owners were so hospitable and made us feel like we were in their home kitchen. You can tell they take their food seriously and cook with love! Oh yeah and the Iraqi tea! It was so good with fresh cardamom and was served in this beautiful brass and glass tea set. Rehana will definitely be my go to Mediterranean spot.

Rating 3.8 becuase the plate was solid and had plenty of meat and rice. The food was great overall…read moreand the service was good but aside from the people getting a to-go plate it was only me. That said the food was pretty quick, cooked fresh, and came out steaming. You can see it in the picture. Owner was friendly, it was nice talking with him. I will be back to try more food! I dropped it one star (from a 4.8) because as others mentioned, the cleanliness of the floor. The tables, seats, and all that were fine but it was clear the floors need some attention. Not "tacky" as others mentioned but the corners need a good deep clean. I only noticed because I dropped silverware while dumping my plate so got a closer look when I picked it up. To be fair it was only next to the trash can. Otherwise nothing stood out as anything of concern.

My cousin used to live in Portland and highly recommended Kasbah, so I knew I had to check it out…read morewhen I was visiting the area. My husband and I ordered the merguez (lamb sausage) tagine and a shakshouka. Even before tasting the food, the smell of it was so mouthwatering. This was my first time ever having Moroccan food and I was very impressed--both of these dishes were so well flavored and amazing! While both dishes were great, my favorite was definitely the merguez tagine and I'd highly recommend ordering it. The ambiance here is so colorful and cozy with Moroccan music playing in the background. The service here is also friendly but it is not full service as you get your own utensils and water.

OMG, this place is amazing. The flavors are complex and savory. Every mouthful is a sensory…read moredelight. We had the roasted eggplant appetizer combined with a roasted red pepper/tomato appetizer and Moroccan bread. Wow! Smokey and delicious. Main dish was 7 vegetable and chickpea stew over couscous. We added roasted chicken. Again, explosions of flavor. All this overfed 2 people for $40, including a tip. I asked the owner/chef to adopt me, even though I am older than he is. He seemed amenable!