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    Petra

    4.4 (2.2k reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Pranathi B.

    Looks like this place is popular with students in this university town. Ordering is through self service kiosks. They have a great self service sauce bar similar to Mexican restaurants as well. The variety of the sauces ranged from spicy to mild to zesty to creamy. They also had pickled radish and sumac onions. I got a chicken shawarma sandwich, priced at $12 it's a great value for the quality and quantity. It came with cucumbers, tomatoes, lots of chicken and a variety of sauces. Unfortunately my sandwich just broke apart after my first few bites. I didn't have any issue completing my meal with a fork but this is my reason for knocking off a star.

    Hummus, Baba Ganoush, falafel and Kefta Kabob
    Rod A.

    Stopped for a light lunch and went overboard. Tried three dips, hummus, baba ganoush, and tzidziki (spelling?). I'm usually a hummus person but the baba ganoush was by far the best. The falafel and great and moist. And the kebab was very flavorful. On top of the great food, the staff was amazing and very kind. We will be back. Great spot!

    Gyro pizza
    Mimi L.

    Holy moly, I just had one of the best pizzas here! This spot came highly recommended and ordered a gyro pizza and chicken shawarma off their easy-to-navigate self order kiosks. The spot quickly filled up around dinner time, but we got in just before the rush and had no problem snagging a table. The gyro pizza was layered with toppings and I'm regretting not eating another slice. The chicken shawarma plate tasted fairly standard, no complaints but also nothing too memorable. I'd come back immediately for the gyro pizza and to try out some of their other menu options. Definitely recommend!

    BBQ Cilantro Chicken pizza
    Syed M.

    Petra was recommended as one of the top halal spots in SLO, and I'm glad I listened. I wasn't too sure what to expect from the outside, but after walking in I was pleasantly surprised by how clean, organized & stylish the interior is. The service was fast & friendly, and after a short wait my BBQ Cilantro Chicken pizza arrived. It was fresh & delicious. The Rosewater Pudding was a sweet way to end the meal. The meal was pretty affordable too. Some notes for Muslim diners. Petra has a rather extensive bar, in case you're wary of alcohol. There is no pork on the menu, but the beef pepperoni & Canadian turkey bacon are not halal. Every other meat is halal though. Overall, I think Petra is a must for anyone (Muslim or not) visiting SLO.

    Lena K.

    Sadly I was disappointed with this highly Yelp rated restaurant. Today my chicken was burnt and the rice wasn't that good. Tastes greasy. The hummus and cucumber yogurt dish were tasty! I also didn't like the flies flying inside the restaurant.

    Tri tip
    Linda T.

    Came in for dinner and the place was very busy. You can either order at the counter or a self service screen. Then, take a number and grab a seat. They bring the food to you. Considering how packed it was, the ease of ordering and receiving our order went great. There's complimentary hot tea and a sauce bar full of options. Everything we had ordered came out delicious. The food was amazing and I can see why this place is a local favorite. I ate and watched the staff work hard and get orders. They have a good system with take out, uber eats, and dine in. I was pretty impressed how quick the food came out. I didn't try the pizza, but seeing it be brought out to all the tables near me tells me pizza is what I am eating on my next visit.

    Cheers to happy hour (Mon - Fri 3-6 pm and ALL day Sunday)
    Eric F.

    Came by for their happy hour (3 pm - 6 pm daily and ALL day Sunday) for beer ONLY I think. What a deal. I ordered a Space Dust IPA for less than $5 after tax.

    Half gyro, half tri-tip. Cider on-tap (don't recall exactly). Featuring the amazing sauce bar options.
    Denise N.

    This isn't your typical pizza joint, Petra does things with a Mediterranean twist. We got a large pizza and did half Gyro, half Tri-Tip. Gyro: Somehow this really does taste like a gyro but in the format of a pizza. The only thing that I'd prefer personally is to have it be a bit more saucy. Nothing the sauce bar couldn't help amplify - I feel the sauce bar was designed for this particular pizza to be honest. Significant cheese pull from the mozzarella with this, it almost overpowered the other toppings on this half of the pizza. The gyro is soft, tender, perfectly seasoned. Tri-Tip: I did prefer this side of the pizza though I could appreciate that a Gyro pizza isn't just a novelty menu item. I do prefer marinara sauce pizzas and this one didn't as many sauces from the sauce bar to help enhance the overall flavor. The tri tip was tender without being overcooked. Didn't make me miss pepperoni or sausage in the slightest. The sauce bar deserves its own mention and I'd argue it's what really makes Petra so good. It was hard to choose a favorite, they were all distinct enough and they all had their place at the bar. Lemon pepperoncini: Pretty sour and tangy while also bringing the heat, I kept coming back to this one to cut through the extreme cheesiness of the Gyro pizza. Chipotle: If I had to pick one that you could skip, it might be this one. Creaminess isn't really needed with the cheese pull the Gyro Pizza provides. This one might have paired better with another pizza but was the odd one out in my opinion. I would have liked a little more heat in this one. We finished it just so we wouldn't waste it. There is a "Take all you want, but eat all you take" sign which I think is great to discourage wasteful behavior. Shatta: I'd liken this to a karamiso-based spicy sauce that would accompany a rich bowl of tonkotsu ramen. This, of course, is its own thing and is just as tasty if not more so. There is an oiliness to it that isn't overwhelming because the heat of it comes through. I feel this would pair well with any pizza. Serrano: If I had to choose a favorite, it would be this one. It tastes very "green" which balances out "heavy" the pizzas are. Brings a brightness to any pizza - a must for anyone who feels like a salad or green component is missing from their meal. The presence of pickled turnips and sumac onions only make the sauce bar even better. The crispy sourness of these toppings cuts through the fattiness of the pizza. Petra also has some beers and ciders on tap. There couldn't be a better pairing with pizza. A must-go, Petra isn't one to miss. Everything is well-kept. Tables are regularly being cleaned as soon as a party leaves a table. You'd expect a place that sells pizza and beer to look somewhat unkempt but this isn't the case. The sauce bar also isn't a sloppy mess like you'd expect; it's well-maintained. The place is brightly lit and seems like sports is what's preferred to be playing on the TV.

    Chicken Shawarma Plate
    Trevor T.

    Class of 2025 Best of SLO County winner and my sister-in-law's favorite place. Super clean with lots of seating. Petra is a must stop if you are in SLO and not wanting BBQ (go to Firestone if you are). Line was going out the door, but they have very efficient line management so shrank in no time. Clean and Bright. Big drink fridge. The best is the food. Ordered the plate which has juicy meat resting of flavorful rice and paired with generous helpings of hummus. Can't wait to go back in February which is the next time we'll be visiting.

    Lexi M.

    Sooooo good! One of my favorite spots in SLO! Anytime we're out here visiting family we have to stop in and get Petra. I had a classic gyro sandwich today and the lamb was so flavorful and tender. Service was quick and friendly! I love all the drink/alcohol options they offer as well. I'll be back again before my trip is over!

    Falafel (2)
    Chrystine A.

    The 2nd time I've been. 2nd time was better. I think getting a parking spot made the experience easier.

    Sauce bar
    Sherica G.

    I remember enjoying their food so in this trip. I decided to come back. This is a casual restaurant. Pizza was still good I had a pescatarian company so I requested the gyro to be separated. Cheese was oozing. The kofta was not as juicy and tasty as before. The rice and salad that came with is was good. My other company ordered the chicken kabob and it was dry as well.

    My server
    Sophie N.

    I go to this place once or twice a year but tonight when my pizza was brought to my table by Christina she almost dropped it on me that I had to put my hand on it to prevent it from falling on my clothes; however, it did not appear to be accidental and the event was totally preventable. That's why I asked myself why I am keep going back to this place every time that I am in SLO?

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    Really pleasant quick meal. I appreciated the opportunity to order via a tablet. Food was tasty.

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    Thanks so much, Adam! We appreciate the kind words and feedback!

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    Thank you for offering halal chicken, beef, lamb, and gyro! That said, can you please confirm whether ALL of your meat is halal? Is the pepperoni and canadian bacon halal (eg, turkey bacon) or is the pepperoni and bacon from ham?

    Hi Ali! Yes, all of our meat is halal - we do not have any pork in our kitchen at all. Our Canadian bacon is made of turkey! We do sell alcohol on premises, I do know that some people like to know this information.

    Is the meat halal please?

    Hello Wen. We do offer halal meats. Our chicken, beef, lamb, and gyro are all halal certified.

    Are the dolmas vegan?

    You can request Vegan

    Does the baklava have dairy in it?

    Baklava shouldn't have dairy, however if you are vegan you should know that it does have honey.

    Is the lentil soup vegetarian?

    Yes! It is actually vegan.

    How far is this from the freeway?

    2-3 miles maybe less. Google maps will tell you exactly!

    Are you halal?

    Yes, we are! All of our meats are halal. See you soon :)

    Do they offer a vegan cheese?

    Perhap. ssssss

    Is it Dog friendly?

    Yes! I have brought my dog on the patio many times. It's really nice :)

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