After living in the Middle East for decades, this restaurant is the closest in authenticity and the flavors I would expect in Lebanon/Palestine. It's delicious! The staff also offers the same personable service one would experience in the Middle East. They offer suggestions to the novice and indulge the connoisseur. Plus, I've used them for catering, for a more exotic flair, at an event. The guests raved about the taste. Jafra's location is hidden, making it feel like you've found a secret indulgence. It's a quiet location perfect for a tete a tete or a family gathering, where you feel wrapped in the experience. My husband will tell you, the only draw back is the price. It's not crazy expensive, but not cheap. But no matter what my husband says... it's worth every penny for delicious, exotic flavors that leave me satisfied, everytime. My husband too. LOL read more

Best Falafel we have ever had. Chicken Shawarma, Tzatziki Basmati Rice were all fantastic! Great atmosphere. Kind Staff. Outstanding Food. Thanks for a great first experience! read more

Jafra Mediterranean Restaurant - Falafel, basmati, rice, chicken, Shawarma, tzatziki - Mediterranean Near Me - St. Peters, Missouri

You can smell the deliciousness from the parking lot. The best chicken schwarma wrap I've had in this area and I've tried 3 spots now. The wrap is huge with this delicious savory sauce on it. I'm obsessed with the pickles & will be getting an extra side order of them next time. Hummus was excellent and the portion size was large as well. read more

Jaffra is absolutely amazing! You can tell the owners put their heart and soul into creating the wonderful dishes they serve. Hummus, baba ganoush, tabbouleh, and the Turkish Salad are amazing. If you haven't had turkish salad, just try it! The flavors will blow your mind! Can't go wrong with a single entree either. Amazing lamb, beef, etc. Was also very impressed with the lentil/rice dish. And of course try the Baklava. It is not your typical baklava and delightfully full of cinnamon. And the Turkish coffee, YUM! read more

Jafra Mediterranean Restaurant - Mediterranean Near Me - St. Peters, Missouri

As a Mediterranean food aficionado, I would definitely recommend you try out Jafra. It truly is a hidden gem that's worth visiting. The restaurant gives cozy vibes with the tables and chairs that you may find at a nice home dinner parties and decor around the restaurant with the subtle pink/white flowers gives it just enough pop of color. Staff are very attentive and friendly as well. The food is where they truly shine though. Although everything was really good from the flavors to presentation, for me, The Turkish Salad, Musakhan, and the baklava stood out. Turkish salad was very flavorful and was a nice pair for the bread. Musakhan looked very familiar like a typical flatbread/pizza, but with amazingly rich caramelized onion flavor paired with almonds and sumac grilled chicken. Finally, they served the best baklava that I've had which was not overpoweringly sweet where you could actually taste the cinnamon and nut filling. read more

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Had an amazing experience at Jafra's. The food was fantastic, I don't think I had a single bite I didn't enjoy. Plates are large and great for sharing and for leftovers. Service was prompts and attentive and the restaurant was very clean and tidy. I loved the cute flower decor they had! Highly recommend, can't wait to bring people here and watch them light up at the first bite read more

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What can I say! This was my first time visiting Jafra Mediterranean Restaurant and I was OVERLY satisfied. The restaurant is located in a nice location and is very ADA compliant. Plenty of family styled seating and the staff was extremely kind and welcoming. I'm pretty sure we tried everything on the menu. I felt like royalty the way the plates kept coming to the table lol My favorite things to eat were the eggplant hummus and the Ouzi! If you are a fan of tender protein go with the lamb! Everything was so flavor-filled and made with love. AND the Baklava was THE BEST I had ever had! Highly Recommend! read more

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Tried a little bit of everything, and everything was amazing. The tzatziki sauce was so amazingly balanced between the lemon and cucumber. The pickled turnips were an unexpected delight! The falafel was so flavorful and crunchy on the outside. Best I've ever had! The owner introduced himself to us, and welcomed us into their space. The ambiance and decor was light and comfortable. Beautiful Turkish lamps and cherry blossoms everywhere. Very pretty! Will return! Everything was delicious! read more

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It is not easy to balance delicate spiced flavors in a big way, but Jafra does it perfectly. Each dish had my full focus and appreciation. I loved the thoughtful presentations paired with a welcoming, friendly atmosphere. You can tell the owner loves this business and cares for the experience of his guests, and the folks he has staffing the kitchen pull off this mediterranean dream beautifully. I adore a good baba ghanouj and this one was heavy on the smokey flavor, I couldn't possibly choose between that and the garlicky smooth hummus. I've never had turkish salad before and it was out of this world, bursting with fresh flavor. The meats here are excellent quality, I especially appreciated the fork-tender lamb and the condiments paired with them. The flatbread-esque Musakhan was a new one for me and the toasted almonds really set off the chicken and sweet onions! The baklava was SO good it transported me back to my childhood friends house making giant sheets of the ultra-sweet dessert, it was just like I remembered. What an amazing event and a restaurant I cannot wait to take my family to. Highly recommended. read more

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The food was absolutely delicious! We ordered the za'atar manaqish as an appetizer and beef kafta and shish tawook as entrees and they were AMAZING!! The dishes were bursting with flavor. The service was prompt and helpful in describing the dishes. The ambiance was lovely. This is a 10 out of 10 experience and should not be missed! read more

Yummy Mediterranean restaurant tucked away in a not obvious space on the side road of I-70. The staff are all really friendly. The service is fast and the food is delicious, fresh and well seasoned! read more

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Excellent food and service! The Baba ghanoush had great smokey flavor and it's served with warm pita. I tried the grilled shrimp and definitely would order it again. The sauce is flavorful with a bit a spice. It was such a colorful plate! The rice was perfect and I loved the toasted almonds on top. The staff were very friendly and our server offered us a sample of coffee at the end of the meal. It was a nice touch. Next time I am going to order dessert to go! (Tip: you pay at the register) read more

Jafra Mediterranean Restaurant - Grilled Shrimp - Mediterranean Near Me - St. Peters, Missouri

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We were visiting the area and found Jafra online. Our server was courteous and attentive to our party of eight. I tried shwarma and baba ghanoush-both were tasty. The pistachio baklava was delicious! My family and I enjoyed the middle eastern music playing and the overall dining experience as a whole. read more

We love this place! The staff is so friendly, food is fresh, beautiful presentation and so flavorful. read more

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This was my first time at the restaurant. It has a nice and quaint atmosphere. The seating is pretty close to each other. Our waitstaff was nice and available. He answered all my questions regarding the entrees. I ordered the hummus which had a spicy meat on top, this was served with warm pita bread. The hummus was prepared the way I like, warm and delicious however, the meat on top was not edible at all. I ordered the lamb shish kebabs with rice and a tomato medley. The lamb was tender and pretty good. The rice had no flavor at all. The sauce with the lamb had no flavor either. The charges for the entrees were very expensive. I am glad I tried this place, however, they will need to step it up to compare with other Mediterranean restaurants. read more

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Jafra is rated in the top 10 Mediterranean restaurants in the country. This is definitely a well deserved honor. I was recently invited to a dinner party at Jafra. The restaurant is family owned and run from the host, servers, and chef. The welcome is warm and hospitable. The meal consisted of a variety of outstanding dishes. They serve a delicious falafel. Crispy outside and pillowy soft on the inside. Served with a creamy herb sauce. I especially enjoyed the Turkish salad. This dish is hard to describe but it's fresh with a very nice bit of heat. The hummus and baba ganoj were also very well made. The pita bread warm and crisp. Perfect for dipping and sopping. We tried several different entrees. My favorites were the beef shawarma and the Jafra mixed grill. Both plates had tender juicy proteins. The rice was fluffy and full of flavor. We closed the meal with a balaclava roll. This was a most satisfying end to the meal. *for the die hard STL people who insist good food only exists with in the City Limits, I promise this is totally worth the drive. Again, incredible hospitality and amazing service and food that is delicious and full of flavor make it worthwhile. read more

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What a great dining experience we had at Jafra! The staff treat you like family. They are hospitable and attentive. The food is amazing. It's fresh and the flavors divine. My favorite was the Hummus and the Jafra Mixed Grill. The ambiance is beautiful. We cannot wait to dine here again! 10/10 read more

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This restaurant is listed as one of Top 5 in The U.S. for Mediterranean cuisine. Service is always wonderful. You are welcomed in as if you are family, seated at a table decorated with lantern and flowers. Come join them for a wonderful meal. read more

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Located in an unassuming little strip mall, Jafra offers some of the tastiest Mediterranean food in St. Louis. The ingredients are fresh and the portions are nice. The atmosphere os very welcoming. read more

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Everything about this place is absolutely phenomenal. The music, the service, and of course the food. I'll definitely be back here soon. read more

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Amazing looking restaurant. Not very large but beautiful setting. Charming and courteous servers. I really love Mediterranean food. Jaffa sets the bar! The food choices we had were so delicious, presented with perfection. Jafra will lead the pack for cuisine of the Mediterranean for me! read more

Jafra Mediterranean Restaurant - Beef shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - St. Peters, Missouri

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Chicken shawarma all the way, very good service and ambient!!! Def recommend!!! The place looks clean and coffee is good

Food not only was wonderful, but also displayed beautifully! The owner created everyone, introduced his family to us, and was so happy to have everyone in his beautiful restaurant. You can really tell how much pride he takes in his food and business. The service was top notch and the atmosphere in the restaurant was decorated beautifully and very inviting. Everyone at our table really enjoyed everything, but I think everyone had their own favorite entre, which is nice to know there's such a great variety of good options. Everyone also raved over the baklava! read more

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I've eaten lunch here several times and am always pleasantly surprised at how good it is. I love the lean grilled meats, vegetables, and spices. The staff seems genuinely welcoming and it is a quiet, warm, family establishment. Do not pass up the complimentary Turkish coffee after your meal. It is enjoyable and unique with a hint (of what I think is) cardamom. No cream or sugar added by me. read more

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My husband and I spent time in Turkey many years ago and Jafra takes us right back. The service is excellent, the staff gracious and hospitable. The food is fresh and delicious. We love that we can share a pot of tea. Highly recommend! read more

Thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Jafra. I had the shish tawook plate and it was delicious. Very friendly staff and a nice atmosphere. Don't skip the Turkish coffee - so good! read more

First of all, a couple of disclaimers. I usually do not rate a restaurant based on one visit. I also only rate restaurants that I believe to be 5 stars. It was my first visit to Jafra and it was a 5-star meal. My youngest daughter and I are foodies with the motto "we travel for good food." Jafra was a bit of a trip but was totally worth it. We ordered grape leaves as an appetizer. At some restaurants, the actual leaves are fuzzy and bitter. Not fuzzy, not bitter, and with the best filling I have ever had. I ordered Ouzi which I have never had before. It was a rounded dome of filo containing beef, rice, carrots, peas, and nuts. It was a great mixture of favors. My daughter ordered Shish Tawook which she loved. I tried a bite of it, and while I rarely eat chicken, it would be a dish I would order. Jafra is a pretty little restaurant with a friendly atmosphere. Service was quick and very friendly. My daughter and I do not drink coffee, but we had to try the complementary Turkish coffee at the end of the meal. Warning: It will make you stand up and dance. We will definitely be returning. read more

Jafra Mediterranean Restaurant - Ouzi. Pink garnish is pickled turnips. - Mediterranean Near Me - St. Peters, Missouri

Wow, could they be more nice and detailed? They gave me a little sample of coffee while I waited for my take out. Answered all my questions about the menu. Added a little item they thought I'd enjoy. And the food was incredible. Will be back when I'm in the area, it's the only restaurant like it around! If you like the little extra attention and details, this is the place for you. read more

The place was an absolute gem. We got hummus, chicken shawarma sandwich, falafel, and the beef shawarma plate. Food was very fresh and flavorful. Service was excellent too. They gave us free samples of the Arabic coffee which was also delicious. Will absolutely come back again! read more

We came here for lunch on Friday. It's my first time at Jafra. The restaurant was quite small with few tables, but pretty cozy and clean. I liked the baba ganoush more than the Labneh. Wished I ordered the hummus instead of Labneh because it was too sour here. Both of our lamb dishes are decent. I liked the flavor, but the kabab was a tad dry. Their main dishes' price is kinda high compared to other places I've been to. Imo, I had better lamb chops/kabab elsewhere. Service was exceptional. I'd come back if I'm in the area. read more

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I feel horrible but possibly it was an off day or just not for me. I had a taste for hummus and good warm pita. I ordered the lamb sandwich and humus. It came quick with uber delivery. The lamb was very hard and dry, but it was overpowered by possibly the sauce. It was very tangy and I was just shocked that this item was overall not good. The hummus I first tried the pita and it was still warm but ok not flavorful. I tried the hummus and it was not very appealing to me. It may be ok for the area. I have to remind myself when I travel back from abroad for work everything won't be as good as where I'm at. I tried but I wasn't too pleased with the purchase read more

10/10 recommend! Best Middle Eastern/Mediterranean food in St. Charles county. There is a nice variety of food, and the falafel sandwich and hummus is as authentic as it gets. If you have ever been to Jordan or Palestine, you will know what I mean. There were a few dessert options such as layali lebnan and warbat (definitely will get next time) but of course we went for the knafeh which I highly recommend! Zain was our server and he was so polite and went above and beyond. Clean, relaxed, family friendly and locally owned restaurant. Will be back to bring the family next time! read more

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What an absolute treat. The freshest tabbouleh, excellent chicken shawarma. I wish I had a larger appetite. Thank you for a respite from all the fast food places that surround you. We will be back! read more

Nice vibe, Excellent service and amazing food. We selected this place on a whim and I'm glad we did. Try anything on the menu. I doubt you can go wrong. My hubby won't stop raving about the Kabob! Delic!! read more

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I had been introduced to this place From yelp! To say that it lived up to all of its hype it is now going to be in my local rotations! I love Mediterranean food, and this is some of the very best I've ever had. You feel welcome from the moment you walk in and the service is amazing. It's a cozy spot very unassuming, and the food speaks for itself. they have clearly marked vegetarian options so when I wanted to know what would fit for my diet, it was clearly easy to identify and order. I was able to take our dear friends with us last night and her husband had never had Mediterranean food. He was a huge fan! Well, it's tempting to fill up on all of the amazing appetizers, salads and main dishes. Please save room for their desserts. The baklava alone is heavenly, but that rice pudding and their cake were an amazing treat. Next time I need to get the Knafeh! read more

This is best hidden GEM! The restaurant itself is small & intimate, lovely decor. The staff (I mean the Family) went over & above making us feel welcome, offered us Turkish coffee - which we had to turn down but will try in the future. The food - AMAZING! We did a large order for a family party - the chicken kebabs, beef kababs, rice, falafel, hummus were all TOP tier. The falafel & hummus combination is something I take seriously, and I honestly consider these too 3. The chicken was seasoned so good, moist & yummy. We will go back for a full dine in experience! Give this place a try!!! read more

Jafra Mediterranean Restaurant Saint Charles, MO Discover Jafra, a beloved family-owned Palestinian restaurant in Saint Charles! Enjoy a warm atmosphere perfect for gatherings with family and friends. The menu includes the special Jafra mixed grill, falafel, traditional mediterranean breakfast, and desserts like baklava and kunafa, all made with fresh ingredients. They also offer vegan options and provide a welcoming atmosphere along with exceptional service. It's a great choice for those seeking local dining and authentic flavors. . . . . . . . . . . . #Stleats #FamilyOwned #stlFoodie #Vegan #stlfoodporn #phoneeatsfirst #SupportLocal #stlbucketlist #stldinner #instagood #stlhalalfoodie #watermelon #ubereats #grubhub #doordash #stlhalal #stlculture #stlhalalfoodie https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEc2_g_uAK2/?igsh=MWg3aWVsczFyMWMybA== read more

Driving home in the rain, snow, and sleet, we stopped here for a late lunch/early dinner around 3 pm. We were immediately and pleasantly greeted and shown to a table. Not surprisingly given the time and weather, it was not crowded. The menu had an extensive variety of dishes, many familiar, but a few new (to me) offerings as well. There were many vegetarian options. I settled on the lentil soup and the Za'atar manaqish (flatbread dough with olive oil and za'atar seasonings). It wasn't quite what I expected (softer than anticipated) but it was delicious and went well with the soup. Husband had the lamb kebab sandwich and it was very good. He had a pot of black tea served in a traditional pot and glass. I opted for the baklava with mixed nuts and syrup. Not square like I've had in the past but rolled and warm. Delicious way to end the meal. Traditional Middle Eastern music added to the authentic feel to this family owned restaurant. Happy we could eat in a non-chain restaurant on Small Business Saturday! read more

We discovered Jafra last year and feel so blessed to know about this little place. Absolutely the best falafel I have ever had, and service is beyond compare. We especially love the Mediterranean breakfast. It's enough for two! read more

I love this place, the hummus and felafel is the best. It's never crowded, and the food is reasonably priced. I wanted to go here for book club but they don't serve alcohol so my friends wanted to go elsewhere. read more