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    International Pocket Cafe

    4.5 (313 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Gyro Salad
    Jeannette L.

    We ordered lunch from International Pocket Cafe while staying in Middletown. It was nearby the hotel on Main where we were staying. The menu offered a variety of options. My husband went with one of their wraps with falafel and ordered sweet potato fries on the side. I stole one of the fries - good sweet potato fries. I went with a gyro salad; the greens were fresh and the gyro meat was tasty. It hit the spot for me. You can order via Yelp/GrubHub/DoorDash, too. That's what we did - takeout orders for pick up. No frills. Just good food.

    Tim C.

    2nd stop on the first leg of the #RIFoodFights Sandwich Showdown is International Pocket Cafe: in Middletown, RI In the culinary badlands of strip mall America, finding a place that treats ingredients with respect rather than just commodities is what makes International Pocket Cafe in Middletown, RI an oasis - a place where Mediterranean traditions aren't just copied, but honored. The place itself doesn't scream high-end dining; it's unpretentious, with bright lime-green tables and menu boards that read like a tour through the eastern Mediterranean. But as any seasoned sandwich eater knows, sometimes the most surprising food experiences happen in the most unassuming spaces. What sets this place apart is its dedication to freshness - a word so overused in restaurant marketing that it's nearly lost all meaning. But here, "fresh" isn't just marketing speak; it's evident in every bite. The concept is simple - build your own Mediterranean masterpiece. You're the architect of your own meal, a refreshing departure from places where substitutions are treated like requests to donate a kidney. And they've got Blue Raspberry Minute Maid to drink - that's always a big plus in my book, a sweet, electric-blue counterpoint to all those savory Mediterranean flavors. Their wraps are engineering marvels - substantial tent poles of flavor that require two hands and your full attention. The pita bread deserves special mention - soft, pillowy, and clearly made by someone who understands that bread should never be an afterthought. The hummus is unquestionably homemade - none of that mass-produced, over-preserved supermarket garbage that tastes like chickpeas processed through a corporate algorithm. This is the real deal - silky, nutty, with that perfect balance of tahini, lemon, and garlic that makes you wonder why you ever settled for less. The tabouleh hits all the right notes - properly seasoned, with parsley that tastes like it was chopped minutes before serving, not hours before during morning prep. There's a brightness to it that only comes from respect for ingredients and tradition. Meats - whether it's the gyro, kebab, or shawarma - are handled with equal care. Not overcooked into submission or drowning in sauce to mask mediocrity. They're seasoned assertively but appropriately, allowing the protein to still speak for itself. The traditional Mediterranean music playing in the background adds to the authentic atmosphere, creating a genuine cultural experience rather than a watered-down approximation. The staff is patient, knowledgeable, and seems genuinely interested in ensuring your wrap or plate is exactly what you want. There's no culinary pretension here - no chef trying to deconstruct Mediterranean classics into unrecognizable, Instagram-worthy abominations. Just solid, honest food done right. In a world where "Mediterranean" often means a sad falafel and some bottled tzatziki, International Pocket Cafe stands apart as a place that understands that simplicity, when backed by quality ingredients and proper technique, is the highest form of quick culinary art, which is often exactly what you need. Just be prepared to use plenty of napkins; food this good tends to require them.

    Lauren A.

    Solid gyro spot across from the old Christmas Tree shop. The RI Food fights brought me here as a part of the Aquidneck Island leg. When you walk in, you're greeted with upbeat middle eastern music, really setting the vibe for your meal. The place is small but clean and bright. The guy behind the counter was super helpful answering our questions and soon he was making our wraps. With this place, you pick your base and they add the toppings of your choice, like Chipotle. I chose the classic gyro and my friend chose the hummus\tabouleh wrap. They were expertly put together and handed to us like the passing of the Olympic torch. You could tell everything was top notch. The pita was soft, so often they're stale but this place really takes care of their ingredients. All the vegetables looked great and at peak quality and the taste reflected that. I enjoyed my wrap so much that I'll be back to try some falafel soon. Another great find on the island.

    Chicken Shawarma wrap
    Michael P.

    Middletown for some Mediterranean fare? Why not. This is a popular spot for a reason, it's tasty, inexpensive and the portions are fantastic. The staff is very friendly and it's not just some employee slapping your wrap together to get you food and out the door, the gentleman behind the counter really took his time and care to lay everything out strategically and methodically so that every bite I got was packed with flavor from one end of the wrap to the other. I got the chicken shawarma wrap. I got it with the works. Some hot and some mild hot sauce was a good level of heat for me. It might be a little spicy for some, so be warned, if you don't like spicy then stick with the mild. Now, on the shwarma itself, I don't know if I was given the wrong thing or if it's just how they do their "shawarma", but it wasn't shawarma. They were just grilled chicken chunks in my wrap vs marinated and well seasoned pieces of chicken that were cut off a rotisserie after being thinly sliced, seasoned and stacked.. That said, it was still tasty. A little on the dry side for the chicken itself but all the sauces, hummus, and tzatziki made it hardly noticeable. All in all, a great, filling meal. Not exactly the type of place to hang out a while, more a quick bite and be on our way type of joint. They have a large menu, come, get some good food for around $12 and leave full. I almost forgot to mention, the food is all super fresh and all the proteins are grilled up to order.

    Leang L.

    Well deserving of a 5 star. As soon as I walked in I was greeted. Clean space and open kitchen so there's nothing to hide. I like the concept of build your own. Choose your protein then add what you want. The food is fresh, wraps are huge and prices aren't bad. I ordered the steak and lamb combo and the steak saw cooked fresh. It wasn't sitting in a warmer for hours like some places. Their habanero hot sauce is actually hot. Good food and awesome service. I'll be back for more. I was stuffed!

    Chicken Caesar Salad with a remix
    Jasmine J.

    One thing I missed about being home is getting a salad from International Pocket. I love home there food is always fresh! I usually get the chicken Caesar salad and then just add on whatever toppings. The service is always quick and the workers are friendly. The ambiance is okay nothing too crazy it's just a nice quick place to grab food expecially for lunch!

    Steak wrap w falafel
    Tina C.

    Great customer service. Wraps were fresh and flavorful. A lot of options. Some desserts and beverages. Plenty of indoor seating.

    Michael D.

    Are you haveing a craving for mediterranean food? This should be the next stop International pocket makes outstanding gyro's. The tzatziki sauce is so good. Adding falafel is my favorite. They have great wraps. The chicken Caesar wrap is very good. The proportions are big and the guys are great. If you are hungry they make an international plate that has a bit of everything. The tasty baklava for desert is great way to end a good meal.

    Abbie D.

    Good well priced spot for mediterranean food. Everything was fresh and flavorful. I got one of the platters which included sauces and two proteins, I got gyro and falafel. Also got a price of baklava, this version was less sweet than I am used to which I preferred.

    The super double wrap with chicken and beef

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    We've gone here for multiple years, they're so nice and the food is great! Would recommend.

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    Hands down! The food is sooooo good. The place is always clean and the staff are always friendly.

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    Lucky to have good Lebanese food on the island. They also carry the best baklava I have had!

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    4 years ago

    Awesome fresh wraps, I love this place. Super nice staff, efficient and fast. Love the Rewards program.

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    Amazing. Look forward to eating here every time I come through town. Service is always friendly.

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    Ask the Community - International Pocket Cafe

    Do you have any gluten free options?

    Yes! We have a large selection of salads as well as our Famous Falafel also is Gluten Free.

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    The hostess was polite and prompt…read more The waitress on the other hand took her time with us and then when we ordered didn't even take our drink order. Then they served our food, but forgot my youngest boys breakfast (which was only pancakes on the kids menu). Then in the middle of him eating his mail while we were waiting she just dropped the check and said no rush instead of just waiting for him to finish up. Lastly, we paid our bill and then the waitress said oh wait I forgot to add your drinks to the check. This was funny because she forgot our drink water, and I had to go up and order our drinks, but yet she did remember at the last second to add them on which was too funny. The food was nothing special, but overall satisfactory. What you really are paying for is the ambience and the view out to the ocean.

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