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    The Palm Tree

    4.7 (117 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    You have to try this place! The lamb chops are phenomenal. I usually prefer mild flavors and I'm not a big fan of overly saucy dishes, so this was exactly my kind of food. Everything was flavorful, balanced, and really satisfying. The owner and their family were also incredibly kind and welcoming, which made the experience even better. It is a great place to bring your Muslim friends and enjoy delicious halal food together. I will definitely be coming back!

    Lamb Chops pleats
    Celeste M.

    Me living in the inland empire I do not have very much access to better quality food so I always try to be on the lookout for new places that are healthy and serve warm loving healthy meals. I stumbled upon the palm tree cafe while scrolling on DoorDash trying to decide what to order for food since I didn't feel like cooking and I was craving meat but buying the ingredients to make this stuff costs more than just ordering. I went ahead and picked the lamb plate that came with hummus, rice and a salad/pita bread. It was I believe the best lamb I have had in a very long time it was cooked to perfection, flavorful not being overly seasoned and also I have ordered lamb from other high end restaurants and it's always a half portion and 40-50$. My plate was only $27.99 with tax and it was delicious. This place is a gem and they care about what they're feeding people without greedily gouging prices.

    Falafel appetizer
    Mario F.

    I recently discovered this spot, even though I've lived on this side of Riverside for over a year--it's easy to miss since it's tucked into a small strip mall. I ordered takeout because I wanted to sample a variety of items. I tried the lamb, beef kebab, falafel, and a side of baba ganoush. My fiancé ordered the pinto stew and a fattoush salad. Their staff was very friendly and courteous upon arriving. The quality of the food was solid overall, but both my kebab and lamb were noticeably overcooked. Everything was also surprisingly bland--I actually added garlic salt to my leftovers the next day. The salads didn't have much flavor either, and my fiancé didn't finish hers. I was disappointed, but I'm keeping in mind that I ordered takeout and I only live five minutes away, so the experience might be better when dining in. I'm open to giving them another try, but after eating at many Middle Eastern restaurants across Southern California, I've never run into this level of under-seasoning. So while I'm not writing them off, I'm also not in a hurry to go back.

    Arely R.

    So yummy! Got a pickup during my lunch break~~did not disappoint. I'd previously been there a few years ago when it was a different restaurant. I got the falafel wrap and the spicy potatoes... both delicious. The ambiance was peaceful and bright, I saw some desserts from the corner of my eye. The cashier greeted me with the kindest smile. I'll definitely be back for more lunch breaks

    Spacious dining room
    Glenn J.

    I was craving an authentic shawarma wrap and decided to give The Palm Tree a try. Although I was ordered take out, the dining room was nicely decorated, spacious and comfortable. I was greeted warmly by the hostess. I sat at the nearest table to wait for my order. Another staff member came to me to ask if I have been helped. I liked how attentive they are, it makes one feel like a welcomed guest. I ordered the chicken shawarma wrap and it did not disappoint. Tasty, well-seasoned chunks of chicken with a slight char, I believe the wrap was lavash which was fresh and light, not doughy and nicely seared. The pickles in the wrap was the perfect complement of flavors and crunch. This would definitely be my go to for shawarma and I look forward to trying many of the menu items.

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    Paul S.

    Over the years this restaurant has changed names and ownership, but it has always been Middle Eastern and Mediterranean, albeit with regional aspects such as Syrian, Lebanese, Egyptian or Iraqi. I popped in recently to try a kabob on the lunch menu, something I scouted in advance here on Yelp. The price seemed good and the portion was commiserate as well. To my delight. Beef Koubideh (aka Kafta et al.) is essentially ground beef that's grilled with various seasoning and parsley. Served over Pilaf with hummus and side salad, there's a pita included for dipping, wrapping, or filling. My preferred method is tearing in two and stuffing. The hostess seems to do it all: Serve, prepare, and cashier, all with charm and grace. I enjoyed the meal and would definitely return to try other things, and sides, too. Nicely balanced flavors make this a solid choice for someone unfamiliar with Middle Eastern cuisine, and excellent prices help with the exploration. Plenty of parking out front makes it accessible.

    Ground chicken & ground beef & lamb kabobs. So tasty & flavorful!
    Amy K.

    Great family run restaurant with authentic middle eastern food. What a fantastic gem! I got the ground chicken & ground beef & lamb kabobs with babaganoush & salad. So flavorful & fresh. It also came with pita bread. Will definitely stop by whenever I'm in the area.

    Maxwell L.

    Food: I got the 3 meat plate and a side order of lamb chops. The chops were tender and flavorful. Each meat was fresh, moist, and delectably charred. I definitely want to come back and have the full experience dining in. Service: Got pickup so non-applicable. Ambiance: Glimpse inside and it was super packed at dinner time. Looked nice, clean, and quaint. Nothing special.

    Hummus and Baba Ghanoush
    Andrea G.

    Excellent midwestern food. The restaurant is warm, welcoming with simple decor. It is family run and everything is fresh. The chicken kabob is phenomenal. The chicken has the perfect char and is moist inside. The best gyro meat I have had. The steak kabob is nicely spiced, but I liked the chicken better. The hummus, baba ganoush and spicy potato appetizers are amazing. The pita good for dipping. The portions are big.

    Gyro lunch special plate
    Gabriela V.

    Got this for lunch and had to try their lunch specials. Ordered the gyro plate comes with pita bread, tzatziki, salad, and rice. So much flavor absolutely delicious and I love that it's not a heavy meal. The pita was a little hard on the outer part but it was still good! Saw that they also offer hummus so might try it next time :)

    Beef Shawarma combo plate
    Carmen R.

    I love mediterranean food so I thought I would try this local restaurant. I must say it did not disappoint. The food here is amazing. I had the beef Shawarma combo plate and it was absolutely delicious Will be coming back for sure

    I love this place,  Service is quick The food is soooo fire   Definitely recommend!
    Johnny F.

    Love this place, they're so quick and really friendly! I been living around this area for years and i regret not coming here earlier ! Lots of tables to sit and very clean The food is obviously delicious! Love the rice

    Falafel
    Sung J.

    Falafels are on point! This is my fav from my visit today. The mixed kabab plate is good in general. It could be better. The beef is a lil bit overcooked hence hard to chew (it will be better if it were cooked medium), chicken is a lil hard to chew as well but it is flavorful, and ground beef is the better protein option out of the three. My husband got the lamb shank. This was his fav. Must have slow cooked the meat cuz it just falls off the bone smoothly. Friendly lady server. But she disappears in the kitchen for some time while there are customers dining or in line, waiting to be seen. Been sitting and waiting around for the server to come out from the kitchen for 15 mins wanting to ask for a check lol and only to find out you need to pay up in the front. Haha In my opinion they should hire more servers.

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    Great place, it will not disappoint. Halal quality meats. Fresh ingredients. No bad oils or meats used. Everything was delicious!

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