My wife and I wanted to try out something different here in Salem, so we stopped here at the Syrian Kitchen. It is a food court, but it is a pleasant atmosphere here. We ordered Dolmas, Falafel and hummus with fresh pita bread. Nothing fancy, just a simple order. They have the best falafel and Dolmas I have tasted. The hummus and pita bread was very good too. Excellent food. We will be back. read more

Pros Great location (fork 40) Friendly people Perfect to go with kids Quick cooking Delicious food - dolmas, Aleppo salad, shawarma rice, baklava You can mix and match food with other mini food stores Cons Hummus was not the best but it wasn't bad read more

Syrian Kitchen - Aleppo salad - Syrian Near Me - Salem, Oregon

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We ordered the stuffed grape leaves, hummus, and chicken swarma which comes with a green salad. And, baklava, of course! Everything was delicious! Portions were great, pricing is on the high side but worth it. Service is efficient and very hardworking, not overly-friendly but I think this is a cultural thing. It is inside Fork Forty - I suggest avoiding it during peak times because Fork Forty is a bit chaotic and seating is limited. read more

GF and I had a wonderful experience here. Of note the Baklava are beyond description with wicked depth of flavor such that both my GF and I found ourselves giggling while eating them. We got an assortment of different dishes so that we could try several culinary offerings. The dolmas were soooo good. The hummus was creamy and very delicious. I got the chicken shwarma and it was very nicely prepared and I would definitely order it again. The falafel were some of the best I've ever experienced. If I am ever in the area again, I will definitely eat here again and I have found myself going on a slight detour to get their baklava. My fave is the pistachio baklava. I love the sensation of my teeth cutting through the multitude of flavor layers. Please do yourself a favor and eat here if but for the baklava alone which is worth the drive. The prices are also quite fair. read more

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This is quite literally the best food I've ever had!! I got the rice plate, dolmas, and baklava. Incredibly delicious and I suggest to try it!! So much amazing flavor and texture. read more

Syrian Kitchen - Rice plate, Dolmas, and Baklava - Syrian Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Stopped by for a great lunch today! The food was delicious and full of Mediterranean flavors! I had the beef in a delicious pita along with some falafel and mouth watering baklava! The service was great as well! read more

It used to be my favorite place I think they changed cooks and my favorite item on the menu.. what a bummer. The beef dosent taste the same :/ they aren't so bad but don't expect the best read more

Fair prices, fair quality, fair menu, great people. Salem is, unfortunately, somewhat starved for good middle eastern food, so Syrian Kitchen scores a bit higher for that -- but it's not without its own merits! The food is consistent, authentic-yet-approachable, mostly fairly-priced, and relatively quick. I'd be happy to eat anything on the menu -- and I HAVE had it all. The portions are on the small side, but the flavors are big and bold. Specifically, they definitely go light on the meat compared to most middle eastern options in Portland/Beaverton/Hillsboro. The menu is rather limited, but in fairness, the kitchen is tiny due to being within a food hall. Despite the relatively small portions, the prices are on-par with other similar restaurants in other towns. All in all, as the only convenient option for middle eastern cuisine in the area, we are lucky to have someone with as much skill as Mariam running the kitchen. I've come here a dozen times and will do so a dozen more. Larger portions (especially of proteins, or else lower prices) and a more diverse menu would easily bump Syrian Kitchen into any best-of-Salem list. read more

We've never tried this place before and the food was great! I got the Kefta with rice and my husband got the beef Shawerma and rice plate. Both were delicious. It's inside Fork Fourty and what a cute place. They have Asian, Italian, Syrian food and an ice cream shop. They also have a nice friendly full service bar in the back. We loved this place and will definitely go back! read more

They might seem unobtrusive at the Fork Forty Food Food Hall, but their food is mighty good. You can sit inside or outside. I enjoyed the Aleppo Salad and the Falafel. You will get great food for a good value. Give it a try. read more

Very much enjoyed dinner at Syrian Kitchen this evening. All of our meals were well prepared and so tasty. Will be back. Right now, the restaurant has a fast food feel. With a few more tables and a little dressing up, Syrian Kitchen would be even better. read more

I'm a big fan of food halls. It works well for groups and picky eaters. While we were walking around, we found the Syrian Kitchen and I'm glad we did. We ordered the grape leaves as an appetizer. Nothing really amazing or unusual about them, but they were solid. My colleague got the shish tawouk skewer while I got the shawarma and rice plate. The meat on both plates were very moist and tender. The falafel was seasoned very well and went AMAZING with the yogurt garlic sauce. We took our food back to the bar and ordered a couple of beers. The meal was awesome. This was probably one of the better meals I ate in Salem in my recent trips there. I'd head to this place for a quick and easy dinner anytime I'm in town. read more

Delicious food Great baklava Simply wonderful place for a quick nice meal Hope they'll expand and have more Syrian meals read more

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This is inside Fork Forty a food Hall. So don't wander around outside for 10 minutes like I did. Lol. Great food, casual atmosphere w good music. I'll be back! read more

I ordered a Falafel Pita Sandwich. The falafel was cake like and lightly cooked. It was not the traditional deep brown color. The sandwich was missing tomato's and had too much lettuce. I was other dishes that looked like they would of been a better choice. read more

I love Syrian Kitchen their food is so yummy but wish the portions were bigger, and made flatbread.

I don't know if they changed cooks or ran low on ingrediants. The Baba Ganoush was exceptionally bad the last time I ate there. It was a real letdown because the baba ganoush is normally great there. For some odd reason it was prepared differently and looked more like eggplant sauce from Trader Joes. read more

Amazing place! The food is delicious and the service is 10/10! So happy that I found this place. A hidden gem.

I ordered online from Syrian Kitchen and requested a 6:15pm pickup. The food was ready for pickup at 6:15pm. We ordered the lamb shawerma rice plates, the hummus and the baba ghanoush, and pita bread. Everything was delicious. The lamb was very flavorful and tender. I would definitely order from Syrian Kitchen again. read more

Located in the Fork Forty Food Hall, Syrian Kitchen has delicious Syrian food and friendly staff.

Falafel was not edible. I couldn't even pick it up. Too much sauce, falling apart, falafel was not hot and fresh, wayyy too much lettuce. I had to get a plate because it was falling apart, and then I couldn't eat it because it wasn't fresh and so sloppy. Yuck! I won't eat here again it wasn't worth the 25$ for mine and my husbands "food". The baklava was good. Edit: The restaurant seems to think I tried eating this an hour after ordering it, firstly how would they know, secondly, we were very hungry and live in west salem, it took us 10 or less to get home. Still one of the worst food experiences I've had in salem and even more so with the restaurants statement below. They clearly have a lack of understanding for good service. read more

Syrian Kitchen - What happened to my falafel.. - Syrian Near Me - Salem, Oregon

I love Mediterranean food and wish immigrants to my country to succeed, but man, these young women have been cold as ice with me. Perhaps it is a cultural/language barrier issue. This cafe is in the Fork Forty food hall, a postmodern, hip, noisy venue appropriate for the under-40 crowd that is trying to keep downtown Salem vibrant, and more power to them, but it's unwelcoming for this senior. In a takeout tray, the large compartment will be the main course, one 1/4 compartment a good salad with a salty tang reminiscent of Nordic wilted cabbage salads, and the last 1/4 compartment filled with what I presume is tzatziki, but which is very bland. Included is a small tub of sriracha of nuclear heat. I've been in twice but won't come again. My favorite Mediterranean restaurant was Gyro Stop, in Keizer, but they folded. When I get a yen for this intriguing cuisine again, I'll go up the street to Al Aqsa. read more

Food- The Kafta Skewers were A-Plus. The Baklava was okay. A little dry, a little on the bland side. Service- The girl that took my order was a broody little teenager that looked as though she were being forced to work there. The cook was very nice and got our food prepared very quickly and delivered it with a smile. Ambiance- The restaurant is located in a food court. It's loud and the chairs are all metal stools and not very comfortable. Recommend getting it to go. read more

The pictures of the food they don't look like that they fell way short of what they were good at this warm and looked at beautiful but when I got it look like crap the meat is over cook dried out on the meat and the steak I took it back didn't ask for no money I just don't wanna deal with them no more read more

This was my first time eating here. The food and service were fantastic! I'll be back.

We went to the Syrian Kitchen during the summer last year, and thought the food was good, and the people making it were friendly. This time it was a weekday. The music was blaring and it was very noisy. The food was subpar. The tables were dirty and we had to ask her to clean it. She took a long time to do it. I've made Kofta balls, rice and salad that was much better than what we had this time. The rice was mushy, and the salad wasn't fresh. It seemed like it was reheated meat, rice, and a tiny salad that didn't taste fresh. Very disappointed and we are never going there again. They also had add a tip on the receipt. If they are going to do that, include it in the cost of the food upfront. We gave a tip, but the service and food certainly didn't warrant it. read more

Delicious food and great service. We have ordered several times and everything is always fresh, hot and so good. I always order an extra entree just to have more to snack on later. The chicken and beef are so flavorful and moist, the rice and sauces are amazing. Hummus is the best. read more

I absolutely love this place. Mariam is so nice. The food is amazing. Make sure you try the baklava!

I love coming here because there's many nearby places for everyone in the family, but with Syrian Kitchen I get a balanced healthy meal with flavorful meat, rich saffron rice, creamy cucumber or lettuce, and pita. I feel good after eating it which is more than can be said for a lot of restaurants! read more

9/10 food was done in only a few minutes and good portions for 13 dollars. I would recommend and come back. The place is clean and has a nice environment. read more

If they get your order wrong you'll be asked to pay for their mistake. It's dishonest. Also, in warning other consumers through a different platform, they responded assuming the review was for another customer they had scammed. It's a shame that as consumers who support local businesses would be treated contemptuously. I would hate for someone with little means had enough to treat themselves to one meal, encounter this thievery. read more

Wonderful food!! Had the shawarma and hummus plate. Tasty! Baklava tops a great meal.

Had the chicken schwarma arabi...so yummy! It was quick, came out hot, very filling and so much flavor! Even received additional toum that I could spread on before each bite. And the baklava was flakey and delicious! 10/10 would recommend! read more

Very delicious and authentic Mediterranean food I'm from Cali but when I'm out here I make sure to go!!

Looking to break out of the same old rut of tacos, burgers and pizza? Syrian Kitchen is a must stop. The food is fantastic! Great Flavor in every bite. Love the atmosphere and the service. Helpful and delicious. I couldn't get enough of the chicken shawarma or the yogurt and cucumber dip. The flavor was outstanding and prices were great. Check it out yourself -- you will be glad you did! read more

First time at this family run place at Fork Forty. All I can say is wonderful!! The food was delicious and had such a tasty array of flavors. The portions looked small, but it was totally filling and a great dinner. I will be back again and again for something a little different in Salem. read more

Had the delicious lamb shwarma and rice dish. Very Flavorful. Ample portion. Would love to try again.

Food was wonderful. Chicken was moist and flavorful and was complemented by great tasting hummus and pita. Also, came with a unique, spicy, red sauce that my wife and I loved. This small restaurant is a nice addition to the Salem food scene. read more

Food is heated up in the microwave. Being a couple who has traveled all over the country and tasted 1 million different dishes of the same style. This was below subpar. This for sure has to be the worst Mediterranean food ever had. We literally paid $24 for two plates and watch them heal up our food in the microwave after being possibly frozen. Gross. Wouldn't come again. read more

Super tasty falafel! My boyfriend got the beef shawarma and really liked it. Definitely recommend!