Still the best falafel in Portland: slightly crunchy golden-brown exterior, bright green when you…read morebite into it, fluffy and moist and so delicious. If you're craving falafel in the city, THIS is going to be the place you want to get it from (why are all the other places serving up such dry options?)! I like the Falafel Salad (which is both plant-based and gluten-free): it comes with four or five falafel balls, a generous dollop of hummus, local greens mixed with radish and cucumbers and mint, and two small plastic containers of tahini sauce and lime vinaigrette. It's not a very big salad; I usually end up supplementing it with additional greens at home. The french fries are a miss for me: from here, they always seem quite soggy even after only a few minutes. The shawarma flavor is amazing, but there's just something unappetizing (for me, anyway) about a limp fry. At lunch it seems they prioritize their online orders more than their in person orders, so expect a wait (or have the forethought to order ahead of time online).

First thing's first: Get. The. Fries. It's like a fresh batch of McDonald's fries dusted generously…read morewith shawarma seasoning. I could have just eaten a bag of those and been completely content. Second: a falafel sandwich will fill you right up. I opted for the Nura Falafel Pocket, and it was a mighty fine choice. I loved the pillowy pita; the falafel reminded me of NYC; and I appreciated Nura's twists with the pickled beets, garlic yogurt, and cucumber dill salad. After the fact I saw that I could have added spicy harissa for an additional charge, and I wish I had seen that when I placed my order. This pocket would have benefited from some heat, as it did have a sweet note from the beets. My only gripe was that I didn't get any hummus until the very end. That was too long to wait! Nura was 2/2 overall, so I'm giving them 5/5 stars. Come here for lunch, Yelpers, and you'll be pleased!

I ordered a sausage, egg and cheese in an English muffin and shared the cinnamon roll. Food was…read morereally good. The cinnamon roll was great, lots of glazing. The sandwich great also! All of the staff was very friendly. Lots of inside seating. Ample parking.

Was a pretty cool place, we missed the breakfast but got bagels to go...which were great.read more

This was my first time trying Mediterranean food and it did not disappoint!!…read more I love the meat mazza bowl, and the baklava. The staff was so friendly and the inside was very clean and inviting. I'm happy I finally got to check this place out!

For mall food this was the best option here I think. My chicken Shawarmabowl was tastey. Lots of…read moresauce ans flavor. People here were super nice too. The place was clean. Lots of seating. I might again.

Great little hole in the wall! I read about Mazzat a while ago and finally made my way there. This…read moretiny Middle Eastern eatery is a hidden gem located in Portland's busy Forest Ave neighborhood. My falafel wrap may be one of the best meals I've gotten in Portland, solely based on food-to-price ratio. The falafel was perfectly cooked, and the wrap was quite yummy. It came with these deep-fried "chips" (I'm sure they are something else) and a side of delicious hummus. I paid about $10 for the whole thing, including a soda. You just can't beat that. The menu was extensive and included a mix of sandwiches, salads, and plates. Would I go back to Mazzat? If I'm in the area, yes, but I probably wouldn't go out of my way to make it there! In my opinion, this is more of a takeout spot. I did dine in, but the vibe is pretty much nonexistent -- a mix of about eight tables inside without much going on. All in all, I'm glad I tried it!

A hidden gem, I'd had cookies around the corner before and hadn't realized this was here. My…read morehusband brought home takeout items to snack on once and we realized we needed to make a point to come back and give it a proper try. Service was very polite and patient, and the food was awesome. They've got two vertical spits going for shawarma. The kebabs are displayed in the fridge and then cooked, so flavorful and interesting. There are several tables to sit and dine in if that's your vibe. It was torture driving home with the delicious smells. Don't skip eating the pickled veggies, they're unique and delicious! The portions pack a punch for the price. Next time I'll dine in and enjoy everything hot and fresh without the wait. The desserts also looked really good, next time!

I wish Falafel Mafia had a brick & mortar location so I wouldn't have to drag myself to stand in…read morethe cold in the winter months for a falafel. Falafel Mafia touts itself as Maine's best falafel and it's certainly Portland's best/most accessible falafel, that's for sure. The Godfather is my staple and a must if I ever find myself on the Eastern Prom. The shawarma dusted fries are deliciously seasoned and can confirm they reheat well in an airfryer. Service is quick (hello, it's a food truck) but of course, with lots of visitors at the prom, it's expected on weekends to be very busy. Lunch during the week is very reasonable. I love to grab my Godfather pita pocket and post up on the hill to watch the boats - it's the best view and the perfect way to relax and enjoy your food. I highly recommend napkins though, that pita pocket can get messy!

Been to this food truck many times before and went here at Thompsons point while at a concert. This…read moreplate is always very good and the falafel is always great! Got the falafel pita pocket and the fries. The pockets are packed and the flavors all work so well. Falafel is perfectly crisp and the sauce is always amazing. The fries are some of my favorite. The seasoning they put on it is addicting and I could eat a bucket of them. Highly recommend giving them a shot. It's delicious and quick and you will not be disappointed. Can't get much better falafel than this.

Pauly's is exactly what you need for a quick yummy meal after a tough day. Extremely nice and happy…read morechef that cooks your food in a clean kitchen. I always get the falafel wrap with everything and a side of jedra. The jedra is VERY good.

Incredible felafel pita wrap. Best ever. and very friendly people behind the counter. Don't miss…read morethis. I'll be back.

Very intimate, small lunch spot that I went to with two coworkers. Outdoor seating is available,…read morewith minimal front parking space. And it seems I wasn't the only one who discovered this hidden gem. When we got here, the spot was packed inside. Despite this we ordered three different items for a sit-down experience, and still received everything within 25 minutes. I ordered the lamb shawarma wrap on one occasion, and it was love at first bite. The wrap itself was toasted to a perfect brown crisp on the outside, yet retaining softness underneath, where it encapsulated the ranch-like sauce where it mixed with the sliced lettuce, carrots, onions and tomatoes to give it a well rounded, mixed, creamy flavor of the vegetables. The lamb meat itself was the primary vehicle of salt and spice (with emphasis on the garlic), yet never being dry. All this being considered, the wrap never fell apart, and held together the entire journey. I made the mistake of ordering the lamp wrap my first go here, because the next occasion I came here, I got the chicken shawarma bowl. Although the rice, sauce, chicken and vegetables all inherited the same flavor profile as the wrap, the bowl fell wildly below my expectations as it was impossible to get a truly full bite of every single thing utilizing a small fork. Nonetheless, this is truly the spot for a reliable bite that emulates a small taste of the Middle East.

Not enough people talk about how good the food is at Little Lebanon To Go. I ordered the chicken…read moreshawarma rice bowl and it was super yummy. Very nice staff and excellent service. I'm happy they're in Dover

This place is fantastic. Went here with some friends and didn't know what to expect. Our server was…read moreawesome! And super friendly and helpful. He was in such good spirit. The place is nice and open and we were one of the o lay few tables. We got the pita chips to start which were great. Then we all got the chicken and the beef gyro and I got the chicken shawarma. Everything was so great! Some of the best shawarma I've had in Portland! And everything else was packed with authentic flavors. The fried and sweet potatoe fries are also some of my favorite in all of Portland. We finished off the dinner with the pistachio ice cream and Dubai chocolate which was recommended by our server which was a good end to the meal. Definitely check this place out as soon as possible. It's fantastic and you will not be disappointed in any way.

Had a nice casual lunch at Olive Cafe a few days ago…read more We ordered a salad, shwarma, and a few sides. My husband said the brussels sprouts were the best he'd ever had. My salad was pretty good too. Prices are reasonable and location is great. Service is friendly and excellent. I'd definitely return.

My wife and I had an event in Yarmouth and this was where we decided to grab a bite and drink…read morebeforehand. Parking on the street nearby was easy enough and thankfully had no wait for a table. The space is small yet inviting with lots of decorative owls all around as well. The staff were all friendly and our server was very attentive and described the specials expertly. They offered beers, wines, signature cocktails, as well as a few mocktails. Also appeared to have a full bar so should you have a preferred drink I am sure they'll make it. I enjoyed their Ramona Park cocktail that had a touch of spice, while my wife got their Follow You Down mocktail. Drink prices appeared to be quite standard. Food wise my wife got their Not Your Average BLT and I got their Good Ol' Chicken Basket. The BLT was phenomenal with little tweaks/additions to it that make it a new favorite BLT! The chicken was very tasty, yet extremely thin so a few bites had no meat and just breading. Both came with fries and those were tasty and seasoned well! They could have been a touch more crispy though. Overall we both enjoyed our meals a lot and would love to return! Both food and drinks were brought to us in a quick time! I also thought in general prices were reasonable. This is a spot worth checking out for sure! Friendly staff with well made drinks and food.

3rd time- a literal charm! Sat at the bar today; Brady…read morestarted me with a margarita (salt) Espolon tequila. Moved onto butter board for our appetizer then to single patty Scullery (smash) burger with hand cut house fries for me and a double for the man of the house. Way too full for dessert!! Excellent -as always- for meal, beverage was perfect! Just as we were leaving the patrons started to come in "because it's 5:00 somewhere"! Indeed! See y'all again asap

Good food, a bit expensive and great service. We had it outside on the benches…read more Skip the fries, hummus and baba ganoush is great.

This place is amazing. The best bread the best sides and the best wraps…read more awesome employees