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We stopped by for the first time today, great customer service, the food was decliciious. We will definitely be back to visit soon. The place is incredibly clean, lots of seating, and booths can accommodate lots of people. We had the beef shawarma wrap and a chicken shawarma wrap, a side of fries and hummus, they offer a variety of drinks, we tried the crispiest cola, delicious ! 10/10
10/10. We started with the grape leaf yalanji, by far the best grape leaves I've had. They had so much flavor! I got the cube chicken kabab, very good. I also got an Iraqi tea, it was pleasant. My husband got the KMG combo and an extra lamb chop on the side; he said the lamb was amazing. Service was great. There is a lot of seating, it was nice to feel like the tables weren't right on top of each other. We will definitely be back.
Hands down best Iraq food in IE. It seemed like half of it had some ingredients on the side for customers to buy and a full restaurant with a diverse menu. I got a combo plate with chicken and beef. Most flavorful meat I've had in a long time and everything seemed like I was eating at a friends house. Very fresh and made to order. Prices are a little bit high but the quality speaks for itself the vibe seemed very chill and mostly people were quietly eating. That's how you know it's good when people are focused on eating and not talking as much.
Randomly found this place and it did not miss. Got the mixed kabob plate to try the different cuts and each one was pretty good. I liked the beef a little more than the chicken but both did not disappoint. The employees are very friendly and nice. They also sell middle eastern sweets as well. The ambiance inside was nice and I already could tell the food would hit. Definitely worth checking out.
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.
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
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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I came here with my dining group. It's not a fancy place but they put tables together for my reservation. There were 12 people, we each placed our orders at the counter, and the food came out hot, quickly, beautifully presented and everyone loved their meals. Their falafel were lovely and crispy on the outside and steamy and tasty inside. Their dips were amazing and the lentil soup was delicious. I saw the non-vegetarian meals were great too and my group members raved about the good flavours, juicy and tender beef, lamb, and chicken. I know I will be returning here soon. read more
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Food was amazing. I got the beef chicken ground beef kabos with rice salad and humus included. Very good. Service was friendly and quick and they seemed concerned that we were happy. I was with a group of 12 and everyone enjoyed it. Place was clean not fancy but not down scale. Recommended read more
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Food was hot to order. Fresh crispy salad. Service was excellent. Lots of space & air conditioning. We had a wonderful experience with my mother sisters & daughter. read more
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Me and my family enjoyed lunch today here for the first time. It was delicious and fresh. Everything was cooked perfect and had a lot of flavor. The waitresses were very kind as well. We will be back soon ! read more
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Wow Wow Wow... this is the best Middle Eastern food ever !!! Iraqi food is the best hands down. this is a mom and son business, so please support. Customer service a solid 10 food a solid 10. what can I say? Everything is perfect. the potato salad is to die for. the chicken kabob is truly something special. hummus is out of this world... everything was perfect. I highly recommend for a great dining experience. this is my new spot... WOW !!! and the baklava is to die for - read more
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The food was amazing! I went with a big group and everyone had a great experience. Very friendly staff and food came quickly. They even offered us tea after that was wonderful. The lovely woman who took our order checked on us and made sure we felt at home. read more
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Good place for Mediterranean food. The kebabs are juicy and the carb portion is not too much. Garlic spread and hummus taste great with the chicken, beef or lamb kebabs. Lamb shanks are nicely done. Mildly spicy, no blandness. The hosts were of Iraqi origin and their hospitality was great. We were a large group with a lot of different orders. They took care of all the orders even though they seemed a little short staffed. Food was so good that we got some to go too! read more
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365 Iowa Ave
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Riverside, CA 92507
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