This relatively new and unassuming family-owned and operated restaurant and market is known for its authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. Located in the Cave Spring area of Roanoke, Virginia, I decided one day to going with a friend to try it out and see for ourselves if it offered an authentic Mediterranean dining experience. While we were driving in search of the restaurant we couldn't miss it. It small size with a cute and unique architectural design structure immediately caught our attention. It's prominent triangular roof and black square sign stood out from the normal restaurant designs. The front of the restaurant was one large window with a red framed glass door. It had a covered front porch with a dining table for 4 on each side for the convenience of customers who enjoyed dining outdoor during nice weather. We parked in their small parking lot and walked in. To our surprise, it had a simple minimalist interior design decor with white tile floors surrounded by black grout, white painted walls with poster size photographs of places from the Mediterranean hanging from the walls, and simple tables with different colored chairs. One ordered from the cashiers counter located in the middle of the restaurant / market with a display case next to it with the desserts in individual plastic containers. The menu with photographs of the main dishes was high above as well as one posted on the large window outside, and small size regular menus as well. Both my friend and I ordered a Kufta Kabob Sandwich and bottled drinks. My friend ordered a Freez Pineapple Coconut and I ordered a Mango Peach one. We were asked if we wanted fries with the sandwich and we both said yes. I also asked them to include a Falafel appetizer, that oddly enough the price charged for it was $7.22 before taxes. At the end they told us what the total price was and I paid, since I was inviting today. And then was given the receipt. Later on at home I saw that we were charged a Make It Combo fee of $8.22 just for including the fries, because the drinks were charged separate a $5.18 charge. After the order we went and sat down at one of the tables in the restaurant side of the business while they prepared our order. The fact that the Market was on the other side of the small interior of the business detracted from dining ambiance of fine dining, especially with having unopened and some partially opened boxes all around. After we finished dining, we walked around the Market to take a look at the different products they carried for sale. Now as to the food, the 6 Falafels were good but a bit towards the dark side meaning overcooked. The sauce that came with it was very good however. The Kufta Kabob Sandwich was amazingly fresh and delicious and the accompanied fries were well seasoned and nicely fried. And the sauce that came with them was also one of a kind. Judging from the friendly and welcoming attitude from the owner and another employee we met, from the variety of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern items on the menu, and the amazing flavor of the food we had, this is definitely the place to go if you're in the area for Mediterranean cuisine. read more

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Ambiance lends itself to taking your food out; part grocery store, part seating area. Service was good. I would not eat here again: food was not delicious. Lamb shawarma was dry and plain. Greek salad had no dressing. Tabouleh was bleh. Food was fine, just I regretted going here and paying money for it is all. read more

Petra was ok, but given the area it may be the best Roanoke has to offer for Mediterranean food. The service was good and the wait for the food wasn't long. However, the food itself was just ok. The falafel was tasty, but the rice had peas and carrots in it, which I never seen at a mediterranean spot. So much of the food left a lot to the imagination. Again, compared to other local spots, this may be top notch, but it was just ok to me. read more

Excellent food and great atmosphere. Love the selection of middle eastern foods and cultural favorites. Service is unparalleled and food is fresh, flavorful and delicious. You have to give them a try. read more

Don't let the humble appearance fool you this is an absolute treasure. Extremely friendly staff plus clientel plus music makes a delightful atmosphere. The food was unbelievable. I don't remember lamb having that much flavor anywhere else. The wraps are completely satisfying and filling and they don't skimp on the meat! They are perfectly grilled - soft on the inside crispy on the outside. Rakan was such an amazing human. He was so friendly and helpful when searching the menu for something to eat. What a lovely restaurant! read more

Petra Mediterranean Grill - Order counter - Mediterranean Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

My friends and I stopped by Petra for lunch on a Sunday. Right when we walked in, we were met with an authentic and unique setup. Half of the space is a market filled with Mediterranean goods, and the other half is a cozy dine-in area with tables and seating. I ordered the Gyro Platter. As we checked out, we noticed a sign that said something like, "We are not a fast food restaurants. Please be patient." It caught us off guard a little bit, but it made sense once we realized how fresh everything is. While we waited, we browsed the market. It was fun to look through all the products you wouldn't typically find at a regular grocery store. The food did take a while to come out, but when it did, it was totally worth it. My platter was fresh, colorful, full of flavor, and generously portioned without being too much. If you're looking for authentic Mediterranean food made with care, Petra is a great spot. Just be ready to wait a bit, it's not fast, but it's worth it. read more

Excellent Lamb Shawarma and Samosas. Lamb was crisp and flavorful. Greek salad was delicious with lots of feta and veggies. Cant wait to try more things on the menu. You can tell this place is authentic and Family run. We will definitely be back. read more

The shawarma was outstanding! This is a great spot to stop in for delicious and authentic food! read more

Petra Mediterranean Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

First visit had a Gyro. It was disappointing. Served as a wrap on a tortilla. The meat was lukewarm warm.

Very authentic Mediterranean food! Homemade baklava, falafel and many other foods I've never seen before...they also have a small grocery store inside. Takeout or eat in. The people are nice and accommodating-. took my food to go but it was a good experience. read more

Beef kebobs were not on skewers; just chunks of beef that were not marinated, dry, and flavorless and cooked on the flat top grill - no grill. Kebobs are supposed to be grilled over a fire, not sauted on a the flat top. Side salad looked to have old cucumbers in it - they were breaking down. The rice with vegetables were very good. The kebabs on their website look like nothing the service. Lamb shawarma was the same. No flavor, no grilled lamb. Apps we got were good. Buyer beware. Owners are using deceiving photos. First and last visit. I give it 2 stars for the appetizers and rice. First and last time there. Good is just not that good. read more

What a cute place!! It's clean and has a market. Yup I bought some things to eat at home too. Olives and spices for my future salads. They were all to nice and helpful. If we lived closer I'd be regular. They seriously are very kind and friendly. Thank you fellas. read more

Petra Mediterranean Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

The owner was so helpful in helping us try new things. Everything looked and smelled amazing. Highly suggest for true authentic Mediterranean cuisine. They also have delicious packaged options to go and a small store with hard to find items. We are traveling but still plan to come back and try more. read more

Petra Mediterranean Grill - Coffee with a cup fit for a queen. - Mediterranean Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

Horrible. Boiled meat reheated. Couldn't even eat it. This was a recommendation to us to try. I can't imagine anyone would think this is food. 35$ of uneditable food waste. read more

Passing through and decided to try the food based on pictures and was definitely worth it. Great portion size and flavor. We got lamb and chicken (not pictured bc I was too busy eating it) shawarma platters. They are served with either soup or salad and we both opted for soup. The service and ambiance from was great as well as expected from what looks to be a family owned place. Update: told the servers we enjoyed the food and they said to follow them on tiktok @petra_grill read more

Petra Mediterranean Grill - two plates of food on a table - Mediterranean Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

amazing.these guys know there food and dishes.affordable option for healthier choice.cozy seating.i recommend you go. u

Great service, awesome food. We enjoyed it . Loved the market as well. Kindnesses goes a long way.

We stopped by here for dinner after our day on the lake. The man who took our order was so attentive and kind! He'd happily get me extra tzatziki and helped me put my leftovers in a takeout box. I had ordered the lamb shawarma platter. It was filling, but not too heavy, and absolutely delicious. Roanoke is lucky to have this place! read more

Petra Mediterranean Grill - Lamb shawarma platter - Mediterranean Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

We've looked for authentic Mediterranean food and Petra is the place. The servers were friendly and food preparation was prompt. We got the samosas, Mediterranean mixed platter and Mediterranean mixed frill with chicken and kufta kabobs and the food was fresh and delicious. They also had mint lemonade which was just as good as it was in Qatar. We will definitely go back. Top notch! read more

How have I been living five minutes from this place and not know about it? The prices are fair, the food is delicious and the owners are very nice. The place is very well maintained. Everything was very fresh! I got the Petra platter but was accidentally wrung up for the sandwich. So I actually underpaid, but he gladly made it for me anyway. The falafel were so outstanding I ended up ordering an extra order of them to go. They also have a small selection of grocery items. I got some Turkish delights which really tickled me. I haven't had these in ages. read more

Hours are wrong. Place is dark at 820 on a Saturday Very difficult to find. Obviously can't speak to the food.

I ordered 2 Gyros! I was given Gyro Meat in 2 flour tortillas. In all my years of living and loving Gyros, I have never been so disgusted, disappointed, and disrespected in my life! This doesn't even remotely look like a Gyro! The other Gyro restaurants in town would have never done this atrocity. read more

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The family platter is the best! Always have left overs. Good stop for halal meat also. read more

Fast polite service. Food was good. There is a small seating area in front of the building, or you can eat inside read more

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Excellent food. We've never had anything here we didn't LOVE; especially the humus. The facility could be cleaner along with the restroom but the food really is that good that I wouldn't take away a star for it! read more

We are from out of town and every time we visit Roanoke, we pop in here. Some of the best, most flavorful Mediterranean food we have eaten. Particularly like their hummus, Lentil soup, tabbouli! Friendly staff as well! read more

Yelp was spot on for this restaurant. Delicious, authentic and prices were very reasonable. We ordered hummus, 2 orders of chicken kabobs, shwarma pita. Everyone was very happy ANDwe had left overs to take home read more

We ordered take out while on a road trip. The restaurant was perfectly situated and the reviews good. The food was ready exactly on time when we picked it up and we enjoyed it very much we had the chicken and lamb kabobs with side salads. Absolutely delicious and we could not finish it all. Highly recommend! read more

We like to have culinary adventures, especially when traveling. Recently when I. The Roanoke area we decided to try Petra. What a wonderful experience. Some truly fantastic Mediterranean fare to be enjoyed here. The Staff is very kind and helpful in explaining the authentic Jordanian menu items. This is not a fancy showplace, it's a small location with a Mediterranean market inside as well. Almost like a place in the city. I wasn't expecting a dress code required experience and was 100% satisfied with the aesthetics, given the type of restaurant this is. read more

Just had lunch there today. The grape leaves were great! I ordered the lamb kebabs, and my friend had the chicken shawarma platter. Both dishes came with a nice salad with a delicious dressing. Both meals were large, with plenty of rice and vegetables (a big plus as far as I'm concerned) and ample quantities of meat. The seasonings on the meats were delicious. The restaurant has only a few tables, so the staff can pay attention to every customer. I will return! read more

Probably the best hummus we have ever had. The service was prompt and courteous. Don't pass it up! Totally worth it! read more

Petra Mediterranean Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

Ah, a sigh of relief. This is one of those places that looks like nothing and then you talk to the people and ya taste the food and....aaaah...you're in your happy place. I absolutely adore places like this...dedicated to authentic and delectable, flavorful food. I would talk about the restaurant's atmosphere or whatever, but it doesn't matter. Nothing matters about a place when the food is legit. It could be a palace on a gorgeous mountainside or a dump in the mud...if the food makes ya wanna smack your Mama, atmosphere melts away. There is one other thing I do want to mention: the people I encountered at this restaurant were absolutely delightful. Their smiles warmed my heart. This will be a regular spot for me. read more

From the first time we ate here we have been hooked. The food and the service have been top notch every time! My family and I love this place and we have been telling everyone about it. Do yourself a favor, and go here now read more

Petra Mediterranean Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

Second time visiting, family super nice, I got chicken shawarma platter which was a large serving, but different than what I was used to, as "shawarma", still flavorful, but different, also the petra salad, not what I was expecting either, it did say "salad" in heading, but description was more like tomato, cucumber mix, and also I got the hummus which was very good and fresh, and last but not least the falafels, well, have kinda have to say least, because they either seems dry-ish, or maybe had sat around or something, I'm not sure, but I've had better, sorry guys! But I will support this family again! I did post pics also read more

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We had a wonderful experience at Petra! We dined in and really enjoyed interacting with the owner of the restaurant. Each of us got different plates, the shrimp won over the table!! Other highlights-- the grape leaves and baklava. We will definitely be back to try other menu items read more

Good mediterranean food. Keep going back. Good prices. Quick service.

Very tasty and good portions. Personalized service and quaint ! Good selection and the falafel is a must do!

Locally owned, fresh food, and friendly owners. Falafel sandwich with hummus and tahini is my favorite in Roanoke. Side salad was definitely worth the combo price. Half the restaurant is a food store. read more

Petra Mediterranean Grill - Chicken shawarma with fries and falafel sandwich with side salad. - Mediterranean Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

More of a take out, but they do have inside and outside tables. First time here. Ordered the hummus appetizer with an extra pita, not required. Gyro, chicken shwarma plate with the lentil soup, and baklava. Deeeeeelicious! Will definitely be back. Quick service and tasty! read more

If Petra were closer to our home we'd be dining here once or twice a week at least. Loved the Hummus Fatta appetizer, Schwarma and Kabob entrees. Don't forget to try the lentil soup. We truly hope the seating is upgraded to make dining more comfortable. read more

Petra Mediterranean Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

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