We did the chef tasting menu at Mediterranean Exploration and it was a memorable dining experience…read more The tasting menu was about $230 for two people, and it felt like a great way to experience the variety and creativity of the restaurant. Each course was thoughtfully prepared with fresh ingredients and unique Mediterranean flavors. The dishes were beautifully presented, and it was fun to see the chef's creativity come through with each plate. The pacing of the meal was relaxed, allowing us to enjoy every course and appreciate the different flavors and textures. The service was attentive and welcoming, and the staff did a great job explaining the dishes throughout the experience. The atmosphere was comfortable and made it feel like a special night out rather than just another dinner. If you enjoy trying a restaurant through a curated tasting experience, Mediterranean Exploration is worth considering. It was a great date night experience and a chance to explore Mediterranean cuisine in a more elevated way.

Stopped by for an early dinner bite around 5p on a weekday without reservation and were seated…read moreimmediately. We weren't too hungry and ordered 3 dishes to share - the hamachi crudo, baked feta with Blackberries, and braised Greek greens. The service was pretty fast, we received our food within 15 mins. The hamachi crudo was tasty with fresh fish that balanced well with the yummy smoked eggplant, tamarind soy, black harissa mayo, and crispy ginger. The baked feta was the heartiest dish, it came out with piping hot pitas to dip into the creamy savory/sweet feta and Blackberries. The braised Greek greens felt like the most basic dish out of the 3, collard greens cooked with a lemon/olive oil finish, which tasted as described but not exciting enough to order again. Just as the name implies, this restaurant is a nice way to try Mediterranean dishes for those who don't eat it often. Admittedly, the cuisine isn't in our top favorites, but all the dishes were executed well, true to their description, and made for some fun bites.

Amazing food. Alani is a top 3, if not #1, Mediterranean spot in all of the PORT LAND. Their…read morechicken shawarma is fantastic & their garlic hot sauce is majestic. If you're in the Oregon City hood or imbibing at Oregon City Brewing then be sure to enjoy Alani. You will thank me.

After a very good experience at their other location in Canby, I decided to check out their food…read morecart at Oregon City Brewing. I was sure not disappointed! To be as fair as possible in my evaluation of the two carts, I decided to order the exact same thing to eat - except for the sauce. The giant falafel suj was super tasty and the spicy garlic sauce was the perfect complement to all the falafels that were wrapped up in a gigantic flour tortilla. Also filled with lettuce, tomatoes, tzatziki, onions and that oh-so-delicious spicy garlic sauce, the falafel suj hit the spot. Very filling! I just can't believe all that goodness stuffed into that huge tortilla. Oregon City Brewing offers indoor seating with public restrooms and a nice adjacent parking lot as well as a covered outdoor seating area. A full range of beers and ciders are also available. I've been to other Mediterranean food carts but Alani's two locations were top notch with freshly fried falafels and fresh veggies, making Alani my new go-to for Mediterranean food. Next time, I'll be ordering something different, especially after reading the reviews of other things on their menu. With a wide variety of choices on the menu, there's more than enough to bring me back again and again. Thanks, Alani!

It's hard to find but worth looking for! They have a parking lot too!!!!…read moreI had the gyro and kid had the skewer plate. Baklava and th spinach thing was amazing! Glad we stopped! Order at the counter. They have drinks Super nice staff Outside covered seating. Nice little cozy spot.

Hard to find, off an alley and used public parking abut a block away…read more Order at the counter and find a table. Tried the Gyro - too large to fold up and eat so used a fork and knife. The beef/lamb was cut off the spit was very dry. The spanakopita was okay. Had a nice ambiance if you sit inside but cold on the patio during winter. Buss your own table. Bottom line: Okay but no rushing back.

Nice location. Not too busy. My tacos were good but my wife's Salmon was very disappointing. Very…read more"fishy" taste. No way it was fresh. Wait staff were a little overwhelmed as well and the place was 60% full.

We came here after hiking the Trail of Ten Falls at Silver Falls... I swear there is not a better…read moreplace to treat yourself after a long hike. Everything was AMAZING from the drinks, to the trio appetizer (we got the whipped feta, hummus, and chorizo), and we shared the Lemon pepper aleppo chicken... omg so delicious. My fiancé said "This is the kind of meal that will have your eyes rolling in the back of your head with each bite"... and he's normally a chicken tendies kind of guy. Our waitress was so helpful and kind! And the atmosphere was beautiful... and we didn't feel judged for walking in with our hiking fit on! We will be back!

We popped in to grab some dinner, we were greeted by a cheery young lady. Our food was made hot…read morewhile we waited. They hit it outa the ballpark with the food!!!!! So fresh and yummy . We all enjoyed our meals . Service was excellent and friendly!! We will be back. Peace be with you all Sherri

Food was very good; we ordered hummus, rice salad with lamb and a gyro…read more Everything else was unacceptable. The young lady at the counter gave possibly the worst service I have experienced in a long time. She gave no acknowledgment, no recommendation, seemed bothered that we were there, no response when we said thank you multiple times. ZERO ENGAGEMENT! The place is also dirty and appears unkept. The outside seating area has trash and debris from the previous day...we were there right after open... needs to be swept. Doesn't appear like it has been pressure washed in a while either. Planters are smeared with dirt, concrete stained with food buildup and tables need a bath. The inside is just as bad, which starts at the front door. Front glass looks awful...smears, dirt, grime, and streaks galore. There are also signs peeling and tape residue left from signage that used to be present. Soda machine and bathrooms were also beneath expectations. You can't have a "thank you for supporting small business" sign if you aren't doing your part. I would love to support you in the future, BUT service and cleanliness must improve.

I took my mother here to enjoy coffee since she hadn't been since it added coffee to menu! We loved…read moreour experience. It was very cozy and the new pastries were very good.

Was actually looking for a food truck when we stumbled upon this place..... and was also a little…read moreconfused when we walked in.... It is in fact a coffee bar that serves food! i was craving mediterranean and Habebah did not disappoint!! we ordered two bowls - both chicken - a hummus plate and an extra pita. Enough food for three..... but i wasn't sharing and we only had a little left over! My ONLY complaint was the use of black olives vs. kalamara olives, but this is minor and will not keep me from returning! The highlight of the bowl was the yogurt sauce on top! i could drink that...... after i swim in it of course!! haha if you like food with a middle eastern flair, this place does a-ok!!! thumbs up!!

The place is pretty and service was great. Plenty of parking spots at the front…read more I got the Kafta shish kabob and it was juicy and filling. My only complaint that there were barely any onions? The beef shawarma plate was completely disappointing. My partner ended up getting it with the mango rice. The beef was dry and mango rice didn't even have a hint of mango at all. For the kabob, they give you a whole roasted tomato but for the shawarma plate, they give you a slice of tomato lol. We also got the kunafeh, which was good and completely balanced.

For sure the best Lebanese food in Hillsboro, maybe the best in all of Oregon!…read more I've had Falafel in many restaurants surrounding Portland and this is the best by far. Very moist, tender and loads of flavor, unlike most places that serve it drier than a week old biscuit. Their Hummus is creamy and delicious. The best I've had anywhere and it comes with a huge piece of flatbread. The rice was light and fluffy, steamed to perfection. Atmosphere is warm, cozy Mediteranian; service was fast and attentive; food was abundant and delicious; prices are fair and very reasonable. Seriously nothing not to love about this amazing restaurant! My only complaint is their takeout boxes are made of single-use plastic.

We received a friendly greeting on entrance and given information on menu items. As others…read morementioned in ther reviews food portions are large! We had chicken kabobs, rice, falafel and baba. Everything was delicious and freshly made. Staff was very friendly and we enjoyed learning about their backgrounds as well as the restaurant decor history.

Service was very slow, food was just okay. There were no other customers in the restaurant and it…read moreappeared to more geared toward providing donuts and pastry. I went with high expectations as I love good Mediterranean food but this was a totally disappointing experience.