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    Noura Cafe

    4.6 (216 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    John M.

    Noura Cafe is located in a shopping plaza and i stopped in tonight and was overall pleased with the gyro and French fries. The service here was friendly and my food was made pretty quickly. The ambiance is laid back and pleasant, but I got my meal to go and enjoyed my gyro and French fries in a nearby park. I would recommend here.

    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.

    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.

    Menu 2026

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

    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!

    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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    Amazing Mediterranean food. I love this place. It is in a nondescript shopping center, but the food is absolutely delicious.

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    Food is amazing and the staff is always so kind! The portions are quite large, so you get really good value for the food

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    3 years ago

    Very clean , great fresh food fast service they always have a line !! Best tuna best yellow rice !!

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    2 years ago

    Best tabouli I have EVER had! I am glad Native Sun also carries their food so we don't have to leave the beach to get it.

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    Excellent Mediterranean/ middle eastern home cooking. One of my favorite all time restaurants.

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    3 years ago

    We love this place for good homemade middle eastern food. The hummus, tabouli, and many other items are homemade and delicious.

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    4 years ago

    Best falafel in jacksonville. Well worth the trip from the beach A friendly atmosphere and a great little grocery section

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    5 years ago

    We love Noura Cafe! I think I could live on their baba ganoush. And baklava, of course!

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    4 years ago

    We live down the street from Noura's and always get take out here - never disappoints!! Amazing proportions and delicious!!

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    3 years ago

    Excellent quality food. Good variety with quality salad options. Kibbeh is very flavorful. Owner is always very pleasant.

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    2 years ago

    absolutely delicious - our food was amazing and the staff was very friendly and accommodating

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    6 years ago

    Great Middle Eastern food in my neighborhood. Fresh, tasty and delicious. Love Noura!

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