So, a friend and I stumbled upon what I would definitely call a little gem of a restaurant! When you walk in, it's light, bright, clean, and tidy. There's a large mural on the wall with the restaurant's name, and the menu is beautifully handwritten and displayed on the left side of the wall. You order at the counter and, depending on how busy they are, you may be given a number to take to your table. You'll need to grab your own silverware, and yes, you bus your own table. Nothing fancy or pretentious here -- just good food and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. The staff was friendly and clearly proud of their food and their space, which I always appreciate. I ordered the chicken shawarma plate, and it came with all the fixings, plus a freshly made pita -- definitely a plus! The hummus was tasty, and the garlic sauce was delicious and perfect with the chicken and rice. I only wished the rice had been a little hotter, but hey, nobody's perfect. The plate also came with a salad and pickled vegetables, and overall everything was really tasty. My friend ordered a pita -- I honestly don't remember exactly what she got -- but she said it was delicious, and she definitely seemed happy with her choice! We were there during weekday lunch, and it was getting busy, which is always a good sign. I'm already thinking about coming back soon. A couple of things to know: It's located in a small, oddly shaped strip mall. Parking is on an angle, and the lot fills up pretty quickly, so keep that in mind. Depending on which direction you're coming from, you could easily miss it. It's either before or after the Taco Bell, and I believe there's a car garage nearby as well. Good food, friendly people, casual atmosphere, and definitely worth checking out. I'll be back! read more

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Excellent food, we really enjoyed the falafel and sumac salads. The workers, maybe owners I'm not certain, were very friendly and helpful even though they were very busy. I enjoyed it so much I returned over the weekend and received the same excellent service and food quality. Tried the Baba Ghanoush with pita bread, loved it! read more

Schwarma wrap! I wish I could quit you! Hot, fresh, cheap. What's not to love? Hibiscus lemonade is tart and quenching. I might go back tomorrow! read more

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Appetizers tasted good and fresh. Serving sizes were small. Prices are high - was charged more than what the menu stated. Service was good. Ambiance was OK - it was very busy on a very hot humid day so it felt stuffy. read more

Jasmine Restaurant and Cafe - My digital receipt for 3 appetizers cost more than menu board stated. - Mediterranean Near Me - Rochester, New York

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i have never tried the better mediterranean food in my whole wntire life. what a gem! freshly fried meat Not pregeqted chicken like other places, freshly baked pita! wooow just wooowp read more

Jasmine Restaurant and Cafe - Mediterranean Near Me - Rochester, New York

Located in a small plaza next to the Taco Bell on Mt. Hope, you might just miss it if you aren't paying attention. Met two of my girlfriends there for lunch and I was pleasantly surprised by how good the food was and the staff were so welcoming and kind. Parking lot has limited spaces and it can be tight getting in and out of- but well worth the effort! We started with the hummus and pita bread- the pitas (2) are huge and come out fluffy and pipping hot!! They are delicious. I love hummus so maybe I'm just picky, but I thought it was pretty flavorous. Drinks are limited and if you are trying to watch your sugar intake your best bet will be with only bottled water (unfortunately). My one friend ordered a hot tea ($3) and was thinking it might be a specialty drink but she was given only hot water and a tea packet. For lunch: One friend bought the falafels and said they were good. My other friend got a small Mediterranean salad with chicken and she ate the whole thing (small salad was a great size). I also bought the small Mediterranean salad but I had them take off both types of peppers and onions- I also had them add extra feta and added chicken and the ground beef kabobs as well. The dressing was lite and just the right amount, the chicken was tender and delicious! I probably would skip on the beef next time (and I'm a fan of beef). Overall, great lunch and would highly recommend giving it a try for a casual lunch while you are out and about. read more

First time here and the service was great. The employees were helpful. The place was clean and had some decorations. The food was ok. I got grape leaves and the chicken kebab platter. My favorite was the grape leaves, salad and pita bread. The chicken, hummus and tzatziki lacked flavor. I was disappointed. Not sure if I will be back. read more

Jasmine Restaurant and Cafe - Grape leaves and Chicken Kabob Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Rochester, New York

Serving sizes are large. Prices are reasonable. We opted for takeout. Food was good. We enjoyed falafel, gyro pita combo. Both were great. Rice option is white rice which I was underwhelmed by but it was still good. Juice is included which was delicious. Spanakopita is overpriced for what was received and tasted average. Would venture back when craving Mediterranean in the area. read more

Great spot for authentic Syrian food- although they also have a lot of options here geared to the American palate . The owner spent a lot of time talking to us as I had brought a couple of Syrian students to the restaurant. He was super friendly and so welcoming- Explained the menu in Arabic to my students, sent a small order of shrimp to the table on the house as the girls had never had shrimp and were curious. The food was delicious. We will definitely be back for more. read more

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My friends picked up food for us so I didn't get to experience the actual restaurant but the food was very good! We both got a pita combo and comes with a side and drink. I got the gyro pita and lentil soup. Both very delicious and filling. Some comments said the pitas were small but I sure didn't think so! Very good, would go back again and try it in person read more

I stopped in for a quick lunch and ordered the chicken shawarma pita ($10.00). The sandwich was flavorful, and while I enjoyed it, it seemed a bit overpriced considering the small size of the sandwich. This is primarily a takeout / casual dining set up...order at the counter and take food to go or have a quick bite at the no frills tables. There are several Mediterranean quick service options in the area...based on the flavors, I'd certainly give them another try even if a bit expensive. read more

Jasmine Restaurant and Cafe - Chicken Shawarma Pita - Mediterranean Near Me - Rochester, New York

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We tried Jasmine the other day for takeout and unfortunately didn't have a good experience. We ordered an appetizer, 2 gyros, and a gyro bowl. The food wasn't ready when we arrived and it looked like they only had one employee working. The appetizer was so salty it was inedible. The traditional gyro was okay, but had about half an onion inside and the tzatziki sauce was chunky. The gyro bowl portion was so small for the amount of the bowl. The eggplant gyro was okay as well but nothing special. We will go elsewhere for dinner in the future while in the area. read more

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I was looking for some Friday night takeout, and Jasmine Restaurant had such excellent reviews that I had to try it! It definitely lived up to the hype. I ordered hummus, spanikopita, a Greek salad, and lentil soup. Everything was flavorful and fresh. The soup was made with golden lentils and blended - so good. Spanikopita was a steal at $7.00 for five good sized triangles. The Greek salad is more exciting than your typical restaurant salad. In addition to the normal cucumber and tomato, it also had seasoned cauliflower, banana peppers, artichokes, grilled zucchini, and Greek olives. You can choose spinach, spring mix, or both, and your choice of dressing (Greek, tahini, spicy tahini, garlic, or tzatziki). You can add protein for an extra charge too. Hummus was delicious and came with a nice big pita pocket. Everything was generously portioned and there was plenty to save for another meal. I can't comment on the indoor dining atmosphere, but I can't wait to eat their food again read more

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Me and my family stopped by for the food and needless to say we left so full and amazed with the flavor of the food, absolutely delicious, the server was so kind too, a very warm atmosphere when you walk and booming conversations happening all over. Absolutely loved every bite of our food, sauces were amazing and hummus was delicious. I had to leave a review because this is the kind of restaurant that deserves all the recognition, attention and love they get. read more

Jasmine Restaurant and Cafe - Mediterranean Near Me - Rochester, New York

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They are closed for the month of August. I made the trip for nothing. Too bad the Internet didn't have that information.

Kind of hidden away on Mt Hope Blvd not far from URMC this is a GREAT place for a lovely meal. There is not table service, so you simply order and pay at the counter - the staff did deliver food to us at the table. The staff was very helpful in explaining the wonderful items ion the menu. Nice comfortable tables, chairs and benches. Semi-casual and wonderful place with a wide mix of food items- from pita to pizza! Turkish coffee, tea and more. read more

Stopped by here on the way to Costco because we missed Mediterranean food and we were not disappointed. Both grape leaves and the shrimp appetizer were well-worth the price. I also got an orange and pomegranate juice and it tasted freshly squeezed and not like it was bottled at all! The pita was the best pita I have ever had. It was freshly baked after we ordered and was so soft and doughy. We had the chicken kabob bowl and the gyro bowl. Both were big portions and delicious. I ended up bringing home my leftovers along with some pita. Will definitely be frequenting this place whenever we are in the area. read more

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Jasmine Mediterranean Cuisine is wonderful. They are open until 9PM Monday - Thursday and until 2AM Friday & Saturday. I had Hibiscus, lemonade and the MIX GRILL PLATE: Hummus, greek salad, rice, chicken kabob, gyro, kofta kabob and garlic sauce. I enjoyed the food and service. I will be back again. Food: Flavorful and Delicious Service: Friendly and Professional Ambience: great tables, nice lighting and convenient location read more

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We've ordered shawarma takeout from Jasmine several times now and every time it's been consistently good. Delicious food, great portion size, and friendly service. One of our faves. read more

Visited for lunch and we were not disappointed. We ordered a Chicken kabob Bowl, Chicken Kabob Pita, And a Koftka Oita. Everything tasted fresh and good. The white Bean Soup was excellent. I loved the Tahini Sauce. Everything was seasoned just right. The price was very reasonable. The service was great. The staff was very friendly and nice. The cafe was very clean and inviting. We will be back. read more

The restaurant was very clean and staff was super friendly. We had the small Greek salad (not so small), mixed manakeesh (superb) and the absolute best falafel we've ever had! I highly recommend Jasmine Restaurant Cafe to anyone who loves great Mediterranean food! read more

I stopped into Jasmines Mediterranean Cafe on Mt. Hope Ave. in Rochester NY today, and was greeted immediately. I ordered the Rice Bowl with rice, beef kafta kabobs, green peppers, extra feta cheese, extra Kalamata olives, cucumbers with Tahiti sauce. It was delicious! The beef kaftan kabobs was definitely the star as it was so tender and seasoned wonderfully. I also ordered the Kibbeh appetizer. You get 4 bulgur croquettes deep fried stuffed with ground beef and chopped onions. It comes with a side of tzatzi sauce. They were quite tasty, well seasoned and deep fried to a golden brown with a nice light crunch. I ordered my husband the Salmon Plate. This was baked salmon served with hummus, rice, and a Greek salad. My husband enjoyed this plate very much. There is parking in front. The restaurant is open floor plan with plenty of seating. This will definitely be my go-to for Mediterranean food! read more

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Refreshing and filling. Would highly recommend. All of our food was delicious. Service was friendly.

Absolutely delicious. Everything was authentic and fresh. The owner was super nice and helpful. We had the grape leaves (best ever), the falafel (light and moist and so tasty), the hummus (light and delicious) with homemade pita (puffed upon order), and the chicken shawarma. Highly recommended. read more

Really enjoyed my food. The Greek salad is a little different than what I am used to but I loved the cauliflower, pomegranate, and zucchini. It was filling and I had a side of chicken shawarma. Grape leaves were fresh and tasty. Overall I would order again. read more

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This is my favorite type of takeout when on work trips and this was a big flop. The chicken was so bland (and I like bland food). The rice was almost not even fresh. Pita bread was ok and the best part of the meal but I've had way better. Overall so disappointing. read more

Wonderful service and excellent fresh food! Fresh juices are a must. The salmon is fresh, and the baked potato was a surprise on the menu but very comforting! read more

This is the best tasting meal I have had in a long time. The food is fresh and perfectly cooked. The chicken is juicy and tender. The pita is soft and when I opened it a puff of steam billowed out. Hummus is the creamiest I've ever had, so good. Service was fast and friendly. Adorable decor. I definitely recommend. read more

Service was very friendly. They made bread fresh to dunk in the hummus. All the food was delish. read more

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Delicious fresh food. Quick and friendly service. Clean and cute interior. We will come back!

The bowls are incredible! I got the chicken shawarma bowl and it included a beautiful assortment of roasted veggies, pickled veggies, hummus and rice. The sauce was really good with everything! We also tried a fresh juice (pomegranate) which was amazing! Went well with our meal :) Service was great- the staff was very helpful and efficient with the pick up process. Will absolutely order from here again in the future!! read more

The food was some of the best I've ever had!! I ordered the grape leaves, baba ganoush, falafel rice bowl, and hibiscus iced tea. The staff were extremely friendly and kind. They offered me a complimentary baklava and brought dinner outside where I sat. Can't wait for my next visit! read more

This place is great! It tastes very delicious and balanced. The restaurant feels very clean and it's nice and bright inside. We came in as a party of nine with two small kids and the two guys working were very nice and accommodating. One of the guys moved some tables together and also helped us with the ordering to make it a smooth process. The prices seemed very reasonable for the quality and portions. Try the Turkish coffee! Our table had a wide variety of falafel, chicken gyro, kofte, dolmas, spanakopita, salmon plate, etc. Everybody loved their dishes. I'm not from the area but when I come back to visit family I will definitely try to come here again! read more

We were pleasantly surprised to see a new restaurant in the Upper Mount Hope neighborhood to try. This new restaurant offers a variety of toppings (cheese, meat, veggies & sauces) to top your choice of classic potato or sweet potato, baked, mashed or fried. If you don't want the starch, you can choose a salad. Besides their refreshing black teas, they have a variety of fresh juices too. I can't wait to try another entree soon. read more

Jasmine Restaurant and Cafe - Tasty black tea - Mediterranean Near Me - Rochester, New York

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Loved the chicken kebab rice bowl! Fresh ingredients & friendly service. Highly recommended if you enjoy good Mediterranean food. read more

This restaurant was brought to our attention recently when a friend suggested it for lunch. We were pleasantly surprised. The place itself is quite plain with no real ambiance, but the food and the staff make up for it. One of the owners is a young man who takes orders. He is very friendly and openly shares info about the restaurant, the recipes (many of them family), and is generally welcoming. The food is eastern mediterranean and very good. We at in at one of the tables. Orders are taken at the counter, the food is brought to the table, and at the end you bus your own table. We have been back a second time and found it much the same. We will frequent this restaurant more both for eating in and for takeout. It is a good addition to the neighborhood. read more

What a wonderful little gem. Just to keep it simple. This is the new place to be and be seen if your like middle eastern food. Fresh and delish is what the name should be: read more

The pita came out hot and delicious and the orange juice was fresh. I am super snobby about pizza... especially crust. The mushroom pizza was delicious and the crust was thin and crispy. It was so good heated up the next day. My step son had the lamb chops and it came with a delicious garlic sauce that I dipped the pita in. It made my tummy so happy that my husband went there one Saturday to pick up pita and sauce and we made breakfast sandwiches out of them. read more

Ordered for the first time tonight through grub hub, always a little skeptical of trying new places but I'm so glad I did!! The Greek dressing was sooo good, falafels were actually seasoned and delicious, the hummus does need a little lemon but still good and the pita came fresh and hot! I will definitely be ordering again!! Thanks! read more

Jasmine Restaurant and Cafe - Falafel Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Rochester, New York

Fantastic food - and I have to add as a side that the fries are excellent, great service. Easy online ordering. I will definitely be coming back regularly. read more