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    Noura Cafe

    4.6 (215 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 8:30 pm

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

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    Candice W.

    I wish I took food pics but my family ripped open the bag so fast I never had a chance. Clean!! Dining room, register, bathrooms -all so clean and nice. Owner is on site. Helpful, friendly, grateful All kinds of goodies the grocery section and food was not expired. The food was not just good; it was tasty and delicious. We had one beef schwarma platter with rice and veggies and one chicken along with a side of hummus and a kibbee appetizer!! We loved it all!! We ate it all. Will definitely be back.. soon!

    I love spinach pie!
    Rebecca N.

    I walked in and looked over the grocery items. I chose to buy some large pita bread for home. Then, to order: I wanted a beef shawarma and a salad for dinner tonight. I also ordered a spinach pie to take home. I also had half and half tea, a piece of baklava for after dinner. The food, tea and baklava were very fresh and good. I had half of my dinner boxed up because I was so full. I was able to relax and unwind after work. I look forward to my next visit. Pros:very good food! Plenty of parking. Cons:it was a wee bit pricier than I like, but I work hard and deserved a good hot meal. Recommend? yes! If you want to live a long life, this is the food for you! Mediterranean food.

    Menu 2026

    Still delicious food, clean cafe, and amazing service. Adding the recent menu. Must try

    Beef tenderloin Kabob Platter. So tender and delicious!
    Liz S.

    We love this Gem and come every time we visit JAX. Amazing fresh food with great flavor. I tried the Beef tenderloin Kabob Platter for the first time today (I usually get the chicken shawarma ) and it was amazing!! So ridiculously tender you don't even need a knife to cut it! And it was absolutely delicious! The vegetables and cucumber-tomato salad were also delicious. It's also family run by charming people. Definitely don't miss out on this if you're in the area.

    Mark R.

    My aunt and uncle and I went here for dinner tonight as they're always talking about how great the food is. Upon walking in the aroma of the spices is phenomenal! Truly makes your mouth water. They have a mini grocery store if you will where you can buy grape leaves and other ethnic type items. I did not look at the prices however it's something I will look at when I go back. The food was very good. I have to say the chicken was very flavorful and my uncle loved the red snapper he had. The rice has the perfect amount of turmeric in it to add flavor. The portions were a little bit on the small side. Overall, the atmosphere and ambience is very warm inviting and welcoming. This is somewhere I would go back. I do want to try their falafel.

    Shawarma Beef Kabob Sandwich Lunch
    Karen C.

    I tried the beef Schwarma sandwich and was not disappointed! The sandwich was stuffed full of meat and veggies. My friend ordered the stuffed grape leaves and let me try one. This was my first time trying a stuffed grape leaf. I honestly didn't think I'd like it but turns out it was delicious! The service was fast and everyone was very friendly!

    10/10 recommend
    Allie D.

    10/10 recommend. And they are so sweet with the toddler when she was having no her meltdowns

    Chicken Gyro Platter with 2 Sides-sides were black bean salad and regular salad.
    Linda V.

    1/5/23. Hadn't been here in a while but food is still good, fresh and tasty. It is Mediterranean with an emphasis on Lebanese in the Lakewood area off San Jose Blvd. You can tell it is a family operated business which we like to support local!

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    Wonderful place. You have to get the grape leaves they are a must! Owner is very kind and the food is very fresh and good

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    Great food, and prices are very reasonable. My go to place for great Mediterranean food.

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    The food here is always great! The owners and staff are very nice and the service is very quick when ordering for pick up

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    Best tenderloin Kabob I've ever had. I love that we have locations like this in Jacksonville. Customer service was also top notch.

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    Awesome food! I'm pretty picky about Mediterranean food, will definitely order again!

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    Excellent food, service, and ambience. I had the vegetarian platter. It was terrific would go back again.

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