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    Lemon and Olive

    4.6 (74 reviews)
    ModerateMediterranean, Greek
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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Quirky entrance from gravel corner parking area.
    Michael I.

    I really liked this place. It has that Speakeasy vibe in that it's sort of hidden away. It feels like you're in a special place that is on a need to know basis. I had the salad that was excellent and flavorful. The presentation was very nice. The smash potatoes were so tasty and crispy with the feta. I missed getting a picture of the Fig Hazelnut Baklava but it was delicious. The service was great. I liked their casual friendliness and helpful recommendations.

    A M.

    I enjoyed a great work lunch at Lemon & Olive in downtown Newberg with a few coworkers, and I'm so glad we decided to try it. This little spot is truly a hidden gem--tucked behind Valley Wine Merchants on College Street. It took us a minute to find, and for a second we thought we were in the wrong place, but once you step inside you're met with a quaint, cozy eatery serving up delicious Greek food. I ordered the Gyro Salad Bowl with chicken skewers, and I was very impressed. The portion was generous, the ingredients were incredibly fresh, and everything was seasoned perfectly. You could tell it was made right there on the spot. Someone in my group ordered the baba ghanoush, and it looked amazing--I'll definitely be getting that next time I'm in town. The menu is on the smaller side, but what they do offer is clearly well thought-out and very well executed. Prices were reasonable, and the staff was friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. The only downside is that it can be a little tricky to find, and the space is quite small--so it's not ideal for large groups. But for a tasty, fresh, well-prepared meal in a charming setting, Lemon & Olive is absolutely worth a visit. I'd definitely return and try more of their menu!

    Brian L.

    Beyond grateful that we were able to come upon this place. We live in the town next to Newberg and we're looking for Mediterranean food. Realize that this place was exactly where one of our favorite pizza places used to be. The staff was phenomenal and the food was even better. A lot of variety in flavors were overwhelmingly delicious. Because this place is located in an alley off of one of the main streets it's a little tricky to find, but the converted garage/ open kitchen space was amply heated and even had blankets set out.

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    Todd H.

    Just keeps getting better and better. I think they have made it through all the pitfalls of a restaurant going from food cart to brick and mortar. They are am starting to expand the menu a little bit and often have specials of the day which allows the cook to expand on the offerings normally available. All of the food seems to have stepped up a level as they continue to grow into their space. There is indoor and out door covered seating. Both are good options. Inside can get full if you are a party of two or more. Not bad as there seems to always be the outside option in a warmed or airy open environment. They can close the gate when weather demands it and fire up the heaters. They also provide blankets for those feeling under dressed. It's a order at the counter and pick up when your pager beeps restaurant. You pick up your own silverware and water. They also ask you to bus the table. Makes me wonder what I am tipping for. Very friendly and knowledgeable at the counter. A definite good date night spot. Keep the large family at home or another destination. Four is really the enjoyable max. Great food. Good prices Keeps getting better

    Michelle B.

    The first thing you need to know about Lemon and Olive is how to find it: it's tucked way at the back of a building with no obvious signage. You get there through the alley on the north side or through a parking lot on the south side. No parking in the alley or the lot, so street parking only. This is not at all clear on Yelp, which offers no map at all for this restaurant, or on L&O website. Okay, now for the good stuff: adorable "fast casual" setting (used to be a food truck and still maintains that vibe), enthusiastic staff and truly great food! Old style gyros sliced from the spit-roast, yummy smashed potatoes, Babaganoush is smooth and smokey, veggies are fresh and the lamb special was a hit. We will be back soon, and I hope this place thrives in spite of being a bit hard to find.

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    I loved the salads and their attention to details is great. Staff are nice and welcoming.

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    Soooo good!!!! Loved the gyros, spanikopita and lemonades!!!! Will go back for sure when in the area!

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    Had the lamb&beef gyro and it was fantastic! I cannot wait to go again. It's got a great atmosphere, friendly, and delicious!

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    Lemon and Olive is always delicious and you can tell the food is made with lots of love!

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    The food is so good! The space is so cute!! You gotta try then. I promise you won't be disappointed.

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    Delicious food and super nice folks. Highly recommend! Nice outdoor patio for fresh air dining. Good dogs allowed!

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    Just had them cater our party. Delicious! Everything is so fresh and flavorful. Even pleased our picky Seattle friends ;)

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    Ask the Community - Lemon and Olive

    Do they serve wine?

    Yes they do

    Is it wheelchair accessible?

    Yes. They have a gate access a back gate and a garage door that opens up

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    Cypress - Lamb Kebab

    Cypress

    4.4(82 reviews)
    12.4 mi

    Wow, wow, wow. First…read morelet me say that I love all Mediterranean food, even bad med, but this was not an amazing meal with great service start to finish! Everything from the mezze to the Greek salad to the kebabs to the hummus were on point. We weren't even hungry going into this and ended up ordering way too much food because it all looked so dang yummy! The only minor complaint is that they don't serve baba ghanoush. Our waitress mentioned that they get asked for it a lot and said that it is too much work. I didn't love this response but I will say everything that cypress does is made with great care and high quality. Not sure why they don't serve anything with eggplant on their menu but this is a very small complaint!

    My wife and I took an overnight trip to Mcminnville area and I searched for somewhere nice that we…read morecould eat. I came upon Cypress and although the menu seemed limited at first, their options were all intriguing. We set a reservation for 5:30 on a Saturday. When we walked in there was only one older gentleman in the whole place so we were greeted promptly and sat immediately. I was wondering that since no one was there, that I perhaps made a mistake. That was NOT the case. Plants lined the ceiling and the bar and made the space beautiful and inviting. Very nice ambiance! We started with a special appitizer, Halloumi cheese and sweet potatoes. Oh man, absolutely incredible flavor and texture. That season and sauce on these were spectacular. If they are offer this, get it! We then had their seasonal salad which also was fantastic! Light and flavorful and we ate every bite. She got the salmon and I got the short rib and a side of brussel sprouts to share. All were incredible. The flavor experience here is off the charts. We kept saying how amazing the meal was all throughout the evening. I had 2 old fashions and my beauty had 2 paper planes. Both cocktails were far above average. They were excellent! You can't have a great overall experience without a fantastic server. Harmony was amazing! She checked in on us regularly ensuring everything was good and filling our waters. By this time the place was filling up with guests but we still had the same level of service. Thank you, Harmony. The pricing is what you would expect for an amazing meal. It was just over $200 including top for 4 drinks, 2 entrees, 1 appetizer, 1 salad, 1 side. It was so worth it! This was an incredible meal that my wife and I really enjoyed! Thank you, Harmony and thank you Cypress. Don't you go anywhere. We will be back next time we are down this way.

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    Cypress - The bar

    The bar

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    Twisted Gyros - Greek Lamb Gyro

    Twisted Gyros

    4.9(255 reviews)
    16.0 mi
    $$

    While eating and several times after I thought to myself that this quite possibly could be the best…read moreGyro I've ever had. The most unique and flavorful gyro I've ever had. The staff was extremely friendly and courteous. Even though it was the lunch hour my lamb gyro came out within 5 minutes. I can't recommend this place enough. It was fantastic! The place was pretty full so plan accordingly but plan for sure.

    As a woman raised in Chicago, I KNOW a great gyro. Honestly, this one is twisted in the most…read morefabulous ways! Gyro included the highest quality (and variety) of ingredients -- prepared and presented in a "tasteful" and beyond delicious way. I'm typically a "purest" with Chicago's gryo being the standard. Shockingly, for me to admit, these gyros are simply amazing. Each bite is savory, tangy, crunchy, refreshing, filled with textures and hitting notes I wasn't expecting. I am swooning! Sadly, we live NE and don't get to the far west side of town often. However we ARE planning a return trip soon. I want to mention they offer bulgogi (which my husband loved) and options Sharma, too. Rather than a sandwich, any meat can be ordered as a salad or rice bowl. Seated patrons were eating ALL of the menu options. Fries are crispy and can be topped with any combination--or LOADED with all of it. Many canned and bottled beverages (and Coke a Cola on tap) are available: cider and sofa (pop for us Midwesterners). The staff was super helpful and retrieved every beverage from the frig for the patrons, delivered meals and provided extra napkins spontaneously. Thus is an amazing place for lunch or dinner. The shop is small but has adequate tables which handled the lunch crowd well. They close for couple hours at 1430-smart business sense. Naturally carry out is available. We'll be back in a few weeks!

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    Twisted Gyros - Indoor seating only

    Indoor seating only

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    They get busy!

    Gyro Guys Mediterranean Grill - Beef shawarma

    Gyro Guys Mediterranean Grill

    4.2(232 reviews)
    69.6 mi
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    More like 3.5 stars. Its a nice average middle eastern joint which is a great option if you are…read moretired of seafood on the coast and crave something different. We are vegetarian and so were glad to get falafel wraps here. While the place looks quite authentic with its beautiful lamps and interiors, the food tasted just ok. I was surprised they did not have any hot or spicy sauce option besides sriracha. What kind of a Mediterranean join has sriracha:) You order from their qr code because prices have increased and their menu or website is not updated with the new prices. We did takeout as eanted to eat by the beach but service is quite slow so be prepared for that. Reasonably priced.

    This is our 3rd time dining at Gyro Guys. The food is authentic & exceptional every time. In our…read moreopinion, it is not overly seasoned as suggested by another reviewer. The highlight of both, the Lamb Greek Gyro & the Greek salad was that they weren't overly seasoned or buried in sauces that covered up the amazing flavors. The Humus & Pita appetizer was equally as good. 5 stars for the food. 5 Stars for ambience; the interior is beautifully decorated & clean. My Hubby's Gyro was huge and stuffed to the max! I wasn't very hungry, so I ordered the Greek Salad off the appetizer menu. So glad I did! I forced myself to finish it bec it was so good! Gyro Guys will always be on our list when we're in the area!

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    Gyro Guys Mediterranean Grill - Beautiful interior!

    Beautiful interior!

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