We stopped here after our bike ride. What a great find! We had the chicken and lamb/beef pitas. The…read moreadded avocado was great. My husband got a blueberry lemonade that was not too sweet as most are. There were blueberries and lemons on top. Truly delicious!

Food was delicious. Staff was very kind. Restruant was clean. They have an out door patio both…read morecovered and uncovered. Bikes can park inside the restruant..

okay, i can be generous with the five stars but this place GENUINELY deserves every ounce of the…read more5/5. the food was unlike anything my boyfriend and i ever had before. we started off w the bruschetta, prosciutto, fig, grape, and grilled bread, and that was phenomenal. the bread was warm and crunchy on the outside, but fluffy and soft on the inside. that paired with the soft creamy bruschetta, topped with thin slices of salty prosciutto and sweet warm grilled figs hit every taste bud in my mouth. for entrees, we got the seafood etouffee, which was so packed with plump scallops, jumbo shrimps, sweet crab meat, and smoky sausage. so robust and flavorful. to increase variety, we also got this tropical chicken breast dish. the breast was so moist and soaked in the tastiest red curry, paired with sweet mango salsa and perfectly grilled veggies. this restaurant was such a treat. if we are ever in the state (native californian here) we will certainly be back!

Food was amazing, portions were healthy, seafood percentage in our dishes were both very generous…read more Wine was great, service was perfect! Couldn't have been any better!!! And to top it all off someone very generously bought our dinner anonymously!! We were BLOWN AWAY!! And the waiter says it happens often. What a great place to foster such generosity. We will be back to enjoy such wonderful food and to pay it forward. Thank you to the great staff including chef Josh!

Great vibe and thoughtful service, though the iced tea missed the mark…read more ​We stopped by this beautiful café during a day trip to Astoria, and it completely won us over with its cozy atmosphere and kind hospitality. ​We ordered the Tempeh Reuben: grilled tempeh, house-made sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese with house-made Reuben sauce on their signature scorcher rye. It was absolutely outstanding! Every ingredient felt incredibly fresh and vibrant. The rich flavors of the grilled tempeh and the perfect tang of the sauerkraut paired beautifully with the hearty, fresh-baked rye. ​The service was also wonderful and incredibly thoughtful--they noticed we were sharing and kindly split the sandwich into two separate plates for us before bringing it out, which we truly appreciated. ​The only downside was the iced tea, which unfortunately tasted quite watered down and lacked flavor. Aside from that, it's a fantastic spot. If you're exploring the historic streets of Astoria and looking for high-quality, conscious food, this place is definitely worth a visit!

Love this place. Went here every morning for breakfast. The cardamom muffin is quite a revelation…read more Pricey, but we were on vacation and we like that this place is employee-owned. One complaint - I ordered the breakfast sandwich two days in a row. They looked completely different - on different breads and with different accompaniments. One came with a nice tomato slice and a small fruit salad. The second morning, no tomato slice, no fruit salad. Same price. It didn't feel right in the least.

We celebrated a birthday at Mediterranean Exploration Company with their set menu, and it was one…read moreof the best dining experiences we've had in Portland. We were able to try a wide variety of dishes, and every single one was exceptional. I have dietary restrictions (no onions or garlic), and the kitchen and staff were incredibly accommodating. They prepared separate versions of several dishes for me without hesitation, and I never felt like I was getting a lesser experience. It's rare to find a restaurant that can accommodate food sensitivities so thoughtfully while still delivering incredible flavor. The food was absolutely delicious from start to finish, and the service was impeccable. The staff was warm, attentive, and made our birthday celebration feel special without ever being overbearing. Everyone in our group left talking about how amazing the food was. We couldn't have asked for a better meal or a better overall experience. Mediterranean Exploration Company has definitely earned a spot on our list of favorite Portland restaurants, and we can't wait to come back.

4.4/5. 1st place - baked feta (delicious only complaint is…read morethat the feta stuck to the bottom of the pan) 2nd- lamb chops 3rd place - radicchio salad (crunchy bits were delicious) 4th - hamachi crudo (the sauce with this was amazing to dip the pita in) 5th - cauliflower (the fact that they brought this last should be illegal) Overall, really enjoyed but wish everything was brought out together so it could be eaten together.

What a hidden gem!! The food was amazing, it's an eclectic feel in a cool environment. If you want…read moregreat food, good prices and to support small business-Athena's is for you. It's a Pier 39, which is super cool! Lots of unique things happening there. Jonah is the owner and provides he was food and service. We had the Greek bowl with Gyro meat-delicious and the chicken Shawarma!! Fresh and tasty. The hummus was excellent and I'm a hummus snob. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

*Amazing* food! Wonderful service! They even had a bounce house up for my wild child to go nuts in…read morewhile we waited for our food - tucked away inside towards the end of the pier, without much of a view but out of the weather!

Cardamom in rice!?! My mind is blown!…read more Literally, the best chicken shawarma plate I've ever had! Their food is delicious and has such depth. The hummus was smooth and absolutely delicious! Cannot wait to have again and share with others. And everything is halal!

The perfect way to start this tired teacher's summer break. Absolutely delicious. Shukran!…read more The flavors are wonderful. There's a little something extra in the baklava that gives it a unique taste. Their tea is also delicious, but what makes it all even better is the hospitality, especially from the sister of the Falahi bros. The only drawback for me is that it's a little spendy. Otherwise I'd eat here much more frequently. Perfect for a nice treat though!

Yum Yum Yum When our family wants to celebrate this is our…read morego to restaurant. Everything is so fresh and delicious and staff is very kind and attentive.

Ordered the gyro wrap with French fries and we ordered a side order of spicy fries. We walked in…read moreand were seated promptly. The ambiance was really authentic and felt cool!! Our order was placed and the food came out quickly. All the food was really hot and the gyro was excellent!!

What a sweet quaint little restaurant. My daughter and I went there yesterday for Mother's Day. It…read morewas a beautiful day and while they have outdoor seating we elected to eat inside. Reviewing the menu, there were lots of yummy things to choose from but ultimately we both could not resist the Lamb shank. I'm sad I didn't take a picture of it. It was so tender and delicious. It came with perfect Basmati rice and a side of eggplant stew that was exquisite! I've never had eggplant stew and it was luscious. I dream to about it all night long. It was quiet, comfortable, music was great; songs we all know but with native instruments and flare. We had house red wine - not a big selection of alcohol, which is fine the food is and should be the star. Our sever (Sorry my old lady brain forgot his name) but the good looking bald guy(LOL) was nice and personable. It was such a great low key dining experience that just made the day even better. I highly recommend this cute place and we will be back- there are a lot more wonderful food to try!

I need 1 more Halah type restaurant, the one I picked last week, did looked awful from the First…read moreImpression, and it adds up, as we got closer to the front door. My first impression as we entered here was: the AC was on, and I'm not ready for AC (yet), and the inside was too elegant, and empty. We waited awhile, when a staff appeared. We picked a seat outside, where the weather was pleasant and shady. I needed badly, to use the restroom, so I went back inside, only to be told it's outside. The mural on the walls, obscured the door to the restroom. But, there was no TP, no paper towel, and the trash was full. I had to use a toilet seat cover paper, for my TP, and went back to my seat, not happy with what I just did! I told my husband, who then told the staff, because HE need to use the restroom, too. (We've been gone all morning, this is now lunch hour). The staff gave water, menu and we ordered: The Lamb Shank. I love the eggplant stew! There's also a small salad with the Basmati rice. Also Chicken Kabob Mezza Platter with Pita bread. It was not until we're done eating, and ready to get up, did I notice there was cubed cucumber in the thaziki. But, it's got a very strong vinegar flavor, but I did like the hummus and the ghanoush. (When we eat at these places, we always pick the lamb shanks, btw). I had the other half, for my dinner tonight. The server was friendly, helpful and responsive. The atmosphere, was pleasant, and the photo taken of me, hubby thought I could pass as an Iraqi woman! LOL Thanks for the bag. We picked some crabapples, from down the street, there were 4-5 large trees ready for the pickin' from the sidewalk.

Came back this week to try the lamb kabobs. Just outstanding!!! Friendly greeting and great…read moreservice. Food was just the best.

We have dined here a few times. The dining room is large with plenty of seating, however while…read morethere on a hot summer day, they did not have their AC on which made the restaurant very stuffy and uncomfortable to sit in. The food here is fantastic - I get the Gyro or Shawarma every time I go and it never disappoints. I will say that the guy who usually works the counter is nice enough until you tell him you don't want any baklava - because at that point, it almost turns unfriendly. All-in-all, I would recommend - maybe not on the hottest day of the summer.

Rating 3.8 becuase the plate was solid and had plenty of meat and rice. The food was great overall…read moreand the service was good but aside from the people getting a to-go plate it was only me. That said the food was pretty quick, cooked fresh, and came out steaming. You can see it in the picture. Owner was friendly, it was nice talking with him. I will be back to try more food! I dropped it one star (from a 4.8) because as others mentioned, the cleanliness of the floor. The tables, seats, and all that were fine but it was clear the floors need some attention. Not "tacky" as others mentioned but the corners need a good deep clean. I only noticed because I dropped silverware while dumping my plate so got a closer look when I picked it up. To be fair it was only next to the trash can. Otherwise nothing stood out as anything of concern.

Authentic, family-owned hole-in-the-wall. This is exactly the kind of spot downtown Beaverton…read moreneeds. With all the sleek, posh, mega-restaurants opening up downtown, it's really nice to find a chill, authentic place right downtown. The sauce on the Egyptian lamb shank was amazing, I'm obsessed, and the mousaka was super flavorful.