(Parts from original review 10/13/2022) * OMGOODNESS! We soooo enjoyed our meal here. This restaurant serves up huge portions and extremely delicious Mediterranean fare. I'm always taking food home. The fresh vegetables they served in our salads were positively the freshest we've enjoyed outside of our home. The Lamb was magnificent! Also the falafel and the hummus were the best we've ever had. Smooth and savory, without being too acidic and overpowering with lemon. The entire meal was unforgettable in a great way! We'll be loyal patrons for life! So glad they opened this location so close to our home. They also serve up the best fresh squeezed lemonade ice ever had... I ordered the mint flavored lemonade. However, they have cherry, strawberry, and blueberry as well.. all fresh made to order. Only one size... about 32 ounces... also enough to share! We highly recommend at "any hour", always hot, and always fresh to order! A must try! read more

Jerusalem Cafe -Independence - Mediterranean Near Me - Independence, Missouri

Due to the rainy day, I found myself in Independence, MO for my kids to play indoor pickleball vs. outdoors. Using Yelp to find a healthy lunch for myself and some fellow pickleball moms, I came across Jerusalem Cafe. It was super close to the venue, I could order online, and it had some delicious looking options. Plus in addition to the great reviews, I saw a local family enjoying their Jerusalem Cafe order which cemented my decision. I went with a Greek Salad + Chicken Gyro for myself and ordered a "Build a Bowl" for one friend and another Greek Salad another friend. I also ordered a hummus with veggies for us to share. Everything was ready for pick-up when I arrived. Service was friendly and I found the pricing to be fair - especially for the large portions. It was around $45 total for all of the above. We enjoyed everything we ordered as well as the pita it came with. Was it the best I've ever had? No. Was it perfect for the occasion. Absolutely. I would definitely consider ordering from here again or even dining in as the restaurant is fast casual, offers plenty of parking, and appeared clean. Thanks Jerusalem Cafe! read more

Jerusalem Cafe -Independence - Mediterranean Near Me - Independence, Missouri

Solid food, great to finally have good Mediterranean food in eastern Jackson County. Lentil soup, great, falafel 2nd best in KC after AlHabishi in city market. Hummus, great, Baba Ganoush, good, salad, good. Plenty of good feta, and portions are good. Pita is little dry and small. Hear that gyro and shawarma (parents review is good as gold) is good but haven't had it. Great pita down at city market or south KC, don't know why they serve older dry pita bread. read more

This location is in a shared plaza with lots of parking. We ordered online and picked up our food. The online ordering was pretty easy and they sent texts from order receipt to notification that that the food was ready. It is has a cool open area with some cool decor. Lots of seating, I was able to pick up our food quickly. I enjoyed my food, the lentil soup was really good. I wouldn't get the fries again (they got cold fast) and the gyros was good. read more

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Food and service was excellent and very fresh. Ambiance was also very neat Lots of choices and the food was prepared properly! We love this restaurant! read more

I have been to Jerusalem cafe plenty of times and every time the food has been great! If you get a plate you get MASSIVE portions at a great price! Theres so many different items to choose from and everything I have tried has been delicious. The food comes out very fast and the people who work there are very friendly. I would most definitely recommend trying it out! read more

Jerusalem Cafe -Independence - Gyros Sandwich - Mediterranean Near Me - Independence, Missouri

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I dine at Jerusalem Cafe in Independence, MO, about once per weekend. Their "hot plate" food is served "piping hot", and very authentic Mediterranean choices of cuisine. The atmosphere is quaint, with open spaces. Obviously, my "repeat business" is a "tell" about my "5-STAR" rating. read more

I came here for the first time and ordered Togo food. I told the person at the counter I had never been here, and he was very helpful. He not only explained what things were but also recommended things. I ended up getting a Gyro and a chicken shawarma bowl. I got it loaded with salad as my base. The tzatziki and the garlic sauce-so good! Loved the bowl and would get it again. My husband got the lamb Gyro, and he gave it a solid seven out of 10. It was spotless inside, bright, and decorated with pictures of Greece, so dining in feels more restaurant-like for being counter service. This will definitely be something. I am adding it to my rotation when I don't feel like cooking, and it's just around the corner from my house. read more

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We went there on the good YELP review, and it's not too far from where we're staying for the night. The ordering was easy. They have large photos on the board, they didn't have prices though. The food, we ordered the Combo Kebab of Beef & Lamb kebab, lentil soup and rice as two side dishes. Also there's tzatziki sauce (hubby love that), and pita bread. I thought, our pita came with their famous hummus, but it didn't. The staff came back to tell us that. And he also gave us a bonus of warm pita bread with hummus, as complimentary. (Thank you!) We finished our plate. It was just what we're craving for tonight. The restaurant decor was beautiful inside, specially when you walk to the restroom. It's dusty, though. The prices were reasonable. The decor was so appealing, it brought us back to our visits in the Mediterranean! read more

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Love the falafels, hummus, Greek salad, grilled veggies and gyro meat! Mostly ordering al la carte. read more

Turkish Coffee is the best I have had outside of the Middle East. Also, the best Hummus in the Kansas City area. read more

Jerusalem Cafe -Independence - Mediterranean Near Me - Independence, Missouri

Excellent Food it doesn't matter what you order Great friendly people. I'm in a wheelchair nd they all helped me out as many as possible. read more

It was okay. We got a bulk order of takeout and half of it was ready 20 minutes before the rest which ended up in some people eating cold food (me included) which definitely contributed to the overall judgement. We also didn't get some of the things we ordered like extra pita, however, the side pita in general was really disappointing and people who have eaten here before said that is not what it normally is, but it was basically like a tortilla. The gyro meat was good but nothing special, but I found the tzatziki sauce to be too runny. read more

Delicious! The Shawarma Sandwich Jerusalem style was 10/10 and the fries were great too, especially dipped in the hummus. I ordered delivery and the fries were still warm and crisp when they arrived. I will definitely be ordering again read more

Jerusalem Cafe -Independence - Shawarma Sandwich Hummus - Mediterranean Near Me - Independence, Missouri

I had chicken dharma, fries and a salad. It was tasty, the salad was small and dressing was not as tasty as the sandwich. Maybe it would have been better to marinate a little longer. The portion was good too. We took it out so I can not comment on service or ambiance. read more

The first time we came here it was phenomenal. The second time was just as good. The falafel, although I'm not an expert In tasting it or eating it. I can say this. It had a crispy exterior with the inside being tender, moist, and flavorful. The fresh hummus, inside the pita and the Tzatziki sauce. Thinking about it right now is making me hungry at 6:39 am of writing this lol My wife had the gyro. Which I had a bite of. The pita bread was fluffy and had mw begging my wife for another bite...I take big bites so she had to say no lol The French fries were fresh and crispy but we went there for the falafel lol The staff is friendly and they always seem to have your best interest at heart. The restrooms are clean. There always seems to be a nice friendly ambience here with people casually gathering for food. It feels like a nice family dining place. Even though it's not a sit down restaurant. It has electrical sockets to charge your phones inside. Cool luxury. I will come back again and again. Thank you chef and the Staff! read more

Jerusalem Cafe -Independence - Mediterranean Near Me - Independence, Missouri

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The food was fast and fresh and tasted amazing. I had the original gyros with lentil soup and rice. The staff was super nice and the restaurant was very clean read more

Jerusalem Cafe -Independence - Original Gyros Platter (Beef & Lamb), lentil soup, Side Rice - Mediterranean Near Me - Independence, Missouri

Food is huge portions. Kids menu is kid approved. Lemonade is huge and awesome. Casual atmosphere and very family friendly. read more

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Absolutely delicious lunch time menu. The falafel was crisp and light while the build a bowls give you a lot of food for not a lot of money. Clean colorful decor and polite service. read more

Very disrespectful and disappointing cus service, they guy on casher was very disrespectful, we asked for two shawerma plates and he acting we know each part of the menu, asking, acting and behaving with gestures in very annoying and disrespecting way. read more

Great food and great service. Restaurant is very clean. Hummus is outstanding but you may want to order extra pita bread. Give it a try!

We ordered our "food to go" and everything we ordered was prepared, delicious and ready to takeaway as promised. Sadly, Google Maps sent us inaccurate directions - so that's on them, not the wonderful restaurant. Since we ate our dinner at my son's house, I cannot comment on the interior of the restaurant. But it was darned good food and plenty of it. As a former CA governor once said - - sort of - - "Veal Be Back!!" read more

We're weekly visitors because of your tremendous food and amazing dedicated staff. Jude at the counter spends his days explaining the selections available and helping guests find the perfect meal. The very best falafels I've ever tasted. We'll hit the gym and power up with your "build a bowl". It's exactly what we need to replenish and refresh! read more

I really wanted to enjoy this food experience. The reviews were great and I love to find places that serve lamb. I ordered a Lamb Kabob Combo with rice and a Greek salad. I also ordered a strawberry lemonade which was refreshing and delicious. I was not blown away by my meal, though the portions were awesome. The lamb was tough and I probably should have ordered the chicken which most people mentioned in the reviews. I just like lamb and wanted to give it a try here. The staff were efficient and friendly so I plan to try this place again. I think I will try the chicken next time. This place is affordable and has lots of space for diners but also seems adapt at takeout as well. read more

Wow so glad we decided to stop. The food was so good. Had the Meza plate. The portions are large more than enough for another meal. The employees are very friendly and enjoyed the entire experience. Wish we lived closer to come back. read more

This is a fun vegetarian friendly stop in Independence with one of the largest lemonades I have ever had- and it was SOOOOO GOOD. The merch is cheeky and funny! The food was amazing! I got the vegetarian platter with spinach pie, falafel, grape leaves, hummus and the lentil soup and saffron rice! I also ordered rice pudding for dessert too. Not only were the portions more than generous, the staff was so accommodating answering my questions and making sure all the food was vegetarian friendly that I ordered! It's a great stop for fresh and healthy mediterranean flavorful food. read more

Jerusalem Cafe -Independence - Vegetarian platter - Mediterranean Near Me - Independence, Missouri

We had tried the Westport location and thought it was good but not great - but the Yelp reviews convinced us to give the Independence location a go. So glad we did ! Really great hummus / babba appetizer plate with hot, soft pita to start things out. Had a variety of options and all were delicious. The gyros, the kabobs, the sides - all totally great. The hot tea was nice, the Turkish coffee a bit stronger than we'd normally like but still enjoyable. If you're in Independence, it's definitely worth a visit to Jerusalem Cafe ! read more

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Back home our local Greek place went out of business because the owners retired. So I've been craving a gyro and happened to be working nearby so I stopped in for lunch. Got the gyro with Cajun fries and Greek salad. Fries were the only ok portion of the meal. The gyro and Greek salad were great. The gyro meat was so flavorful, veggies were crispy, the sauce was just right amount of creamy and just a touch of tart. Pita was fluffy and soft. Enjoyed it very much and the staff was friendly and helpful. Next time I'll go for rice instead of fries. Definitely will be back read more

## English Review: Wow! Jerusalem Cafe in Independence, KS, completely blew my mind (and taste buds!) last night. We had a group of 11, with several people who were new to Israeli food and culture. The staff, especially Manny, was absolutely incredible. They treated us like family, patiently explaining menu items, recommending dishes, and sharing stories about Israeli traditions. Their warmth and hospitality made the whole experience even more special. Speaking of the food...oh my goodness, the food! The hummus was the best I've ever had - creamy, flavorful, and served with fresh-baked pita bread that was pillowy soft on the inside and perfectly crisp on the outside. For my entree, I had the lamb shawarma plate, and it was pure heaven. The lamb was incredibly tender and juicy, seasoned to perfection, and piled high on a bed of fluffy rice. The accompanying veggies were roasted to perfection, and the whole dish was just bursting with flavor. But the real showstopper was the dessert: sweet potato and honey. It was like a warm, gooey hug for my soul. The sweet potato was perfectly caramelized, and the honey added the perfect touch of sweetness. It was the perfect way to end a perfect meal. If you're looking for an authentic Israeli dining experience with amazing food and top-notch service, Jerusalem Cafe is the place to go. And be sure to ask for Manny - he'll make your night even more special! ## Spanish Review: ¡Guau! Jerusalem Cafe en Independence, KS, me dejó completamente impresionado (¡y las papilas gustativas!) anoche. Éramos un grupo de 11 personas, con varias que no conocían la comida y la cultura israelí. El personal, especialmente Manny, fue absolutamente increíble. Nos trataron como familia, explicándonos pacientemente los elementos del menú, recomendándonos platos y compartiendo historias sobre las tradiciones israelíes. Su calidez y hospitalidad hicieron que toda la experiencia fuera aún más especial. Y hablando de la comida... ¡oh, Dios mío, la comida! El hummus fue el mejor que he probado en mi vida: cremoso, sabroso y servido con pan de pita recién horneado que era suave como una almohada por dentro y perfectamente crujiente por fuera. Para mi plato principal, pedí el plato de shawarma de cordero, y fue puro cielo. El cordero estaba increíblemente tierno y jugoso, sazonado a la perfección y apilado sobre una cama de arroz esponjoso. Las verduras que lo acompañaban estaban asadas a la perfección, y todo el plato rebosaba de sabor. Pero el verdadero protagonista fue el postre: batata dulce y miel. Era como un abrazo cálido y pegajoso para mi alma. La batata dulce estaba perfectamente caramelizada, y la miel le dio el toque perfecto de dulzura. Fue la manera perfecta de terminar una comida perfecta. Si buscas una auténtica experiencia gastronómica israelí con comida increíble y un servicio de primera categoría, Jerusalem Cafe es el lugar para ir. ¡Y asegúrate de preguntar por Manny, él hará que tu noche sea aún más especial! I hope this is helpful! Minus one star because the seats were not comfortable. read more

This location does not take phone orders. This location will not allow a simple phone in pick up order! I was taking lunch to a friend, would prefer to quickly pick up the order and keep on my journey. I ended up driving to Liberty to their location, they allow phone in orders! read more

I've watched Jerusalem Cafe signs for when they were open. I drove by there today and they are. Boy am I glad they are there. They are new, clean and friendly plus delicious! I couldn't figure out what I wanted on the menu. I ended up with the falafel sandwich with hummus, and Ofcourse, the baklava combination dessert. It was so good. It came with yellow saffron rice and a Greek salad. The falafel and hummus is delicious and it's totally worth ordering. The baklava was absolutely the best choice I made all day. Being in my area, I will eat and visit often. There's so many menu choices. Literally I could do this entire review on the falafel itself, not to mention the hummus. We are so lucky to have Jerusalem Cafe. read more

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Jerusalem Café is a true Mediterranean gem. The food is fresh, flavorful and authentic. The service was great, friendly and welcoming, and they went above and beyond to cater to my requests. I ordered the pita bread with hummus and asked for some fresh veggies, which they happily accommodated. I also had a Greek gyro that was warm and full of flavor. I cannot wait to go back and try more of their delicious Greek dishes. read more

Good food, cafeteria setting/self serve. Dining room is not bad, however the room temperature is cold, wear a coat.

Very good Mediterranean meal! Simple cafe but friendly service. Excellent quality, generous portion

We LOVED the food here! So fresh and SO flavorful and we felt the portions were really great for the price point! Don't miss the hummus or the falafel - I literally crave their falafel now! It is AMAZING! The only reason I docked a star is because I felt like the person taking our order wasn't overly knowledgeable about which items were made without gluten/flour. I feel I like if you're working in a restaurant & given it's pretty common these days for people to have food allergies that you should educate yourself on the food you're serving so that you can be helpful to your Customers. Or have common allergens clearly stated on your menus and refer to that. We will definitely go back. We thought the food was really, really tasty! This location was clean and attentive, too. read more

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We stopped here for lunch and enjoyed a delightful surprise in a tasty Dill chicken sandwich with Cajun fries, lentil soup and baklava for dessert. Great food, very clean place with plenty room and friendly service. Prices are very reasonable too. Definitely will go there again . read more

Jerusalem Cafe -Independence - Dill Chicken Sandwich, lentil soup, Cajun fries snd baklava dessert. - Mediterranean Near Me - Independence, Missouri

We stopped here after getting gas at Costco and so glad we did. Mezza combo was fantastic!! Best grape dolmas I've ever tasted. Served warm! 3 falafel balls that were crispy outside yet soft inside. Baba ghanoush and humus were creamy and plentiful. Came with small salad and pita - all great. Best thing though was my husband's side of lentil soup- creamy, not overly spiced, and full of yellow lentils. He ordered a chicken gyro - choice for sides we're the soup, Greek salad, yellow saffron rice, or potato wedges. He chose the salad . This is a local business that got its start in 1989 in downtown KC. So glad we stopped here! read more

Jerusalem Cafe -Independence - Entrance sign. - Mediterranean Near Me - Independence, Missouri

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most of their food was tasty. their lamb doesn't taste fresh. tastes like premade lamb i can get at costco

I'm visiting for a few days and had the pleasure to eat here. I'm happy to say the food was delicious, the vibe is great, and the prices are fair. The service was great as well since as soon as we ordered, our appetizer was delivered minutes later to enjoy while the rest was being prepared. The Keefta sandwich was great and so was any combo of meat and fries. I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone who wants to enjoy food and atmosphere! read more

Disappointed in the quality of the Gryo. Do you know how Mexican restaurants start out with great fajitas? The meat is always tender and cut in long strips. Then as the restaurant ages, the strips of meat turn more into little chunks of crispy ends of meat. That's what their Gryo sandwich reminds me of. Instead of having long slices of juicy lamb meat, it's a bunch of diced up crispy burnt ends of meat read more