Place is clean. Service was great…read more Everything was good! Will definitely come back and highly recommended!

Our favorite place in town for Mediterranean food. Nicely prepared meat platters. Delicious creamy…read morehummus and great big pita breads. We always order extra pita bread since the food is deliciously tasty. Service is always fast, friendly and efficient.

The place is pretty and service was great. Plenty of parking spots at the front…read more I got the Kafta shish kabob and it was juicy and filling. My only complaint that there were barely any onions? The beef shawarma plate was completely disappointing. My partner ended up getting it with the mango rice. The beef was dry and mango rice didn't even have a hint of mango at all. For the kabob, they give you a whole roasted tomato but for the shawarma plate, they give you a slice of tomato lol. We also got the kunafeh, which was good and completely balanced.

For sure the best Lebanese food in Hillsboro, maybe the best in all of Oregon!…read more I've had Falafel in many restaurants surrounding Portland and this is the best by far. Very moist, tender and loads of flavor, unlike most places that serve it drier than a week old biscuit. Their Hummus is creamy and delicious. The best I've had anywhere and it comes with a huge piece of flatbread. The rice was light and fluffy, steamed to perfection. Atmosphere is warm, cozy Mediteranian; service was fast and attentive; food was abundant and delicious; prices are fair and very reasonable. Seriously nothing not to love about this amazing restaurant! My only complaint is their takeout boxes are made of single-use plastic.

This was a amazing restaurant!!! The food and people were amazing, I got the cedar salmon and it…read morewas cooked perfectly. My friend got the lamb kabob and she loved it we shared the hummus and that was a great way to start the staff was so nice and welcoming

My cousin and I heard about this restaurant via Instagram, and we decided to go there for brunch…read more We ordered some food to share. We ate almost everything and omfg, they tasted sooo good. They kept us full for hours. --Food-- Rise & Shine Hummus: 10/10 Schmaltz Cornbread: 10/10 Drop Biscuit: 10/10 Shakshuka: 10/10 -- Drinks -- Exotic Stranger: 10/10 Blood Mary: 10/10 You won't regret it. It's a worth!

Amazing service, food was so savory and delicious! Don't neglect an order of baklava for dessert,…read moreit went great with their Turkish tea!

They're now located inside the new Hollywood Q food hall…read more Opted for one of their more popular items, the Doner Wrap. A little gamey for my liking, but that's probably the way it's supposed to taste. Yummy side sauce. I'll opt for the traditional Gyro next time. Eclectic menu, maybe the highest average price points at the the Q. Looks like they have a loyal following. The owner/counter guy was very nice.

The service and food here is amazing. It is owned by a Persian family. All their recipes are 1000…read moreyears old Or more, Im a histor buff and my husband has a degree in world history.. The decor and menu are being updated. But it's the food you want! Healthy menu. Try some Persian desert handcrafted. They just introduced saffron Ice cream! I was told new and exciting decor and food specials.

I came here on a Friday night and it was pretty empty, but that didn't mean anything when it came…read moreto the food! The mixed plate I got had chicken and beef and the chicken by far was the best grilled chicken I've ever eaten! The sauce complimented it well and the rice was immaculate! I highly recommend anyone coming here to get the chicken! The area is decently easy to find parking and the workers were helpful throughout our entire dinner! I highly recommend coming here!

Tried Nicholas Restaurant in Portland and went with the gyro and babaganoush…read more The gyro was really solid--tender, well-seasoned meat with that classic savory flavor, wrapped up with fresh toppings and sauce that tied it all together. The babaganoush was smooth, smoky, and super flavorful without being too heavy. Portions were generous and everything came out fresh. It's one of those spots that feels consistently reliable when you're craving good Mediterranean food done right. Definitely a place I'd go back to for a casual but satisfying meal.

While visiting family in Portland, we came here for dinner and I can immediately see why my family…read morelove it! Nicholas Restaurant has a really cute, welcoming vibe, with outdoor tables and plenty of seating inside. They have a great selection of drinks, and I decided to try the house Arnold Palmer--made with fresh lemonade and cinnamon mint iced tea. It was unique and really refreshing. We started with a few appetizers for the table: hummus, tzatziki, and falafel balls. Everything came out quickly and was a hit. The hummus tasted incredibly fresh, the tzatziki had a nice tangy kick, and the falafel balls were perfectly crispy and flavorful. For my main, I ordered the chicken breast kabob plate, which came with two skewers, rice, tzatziki, and garlic sauce. The chicken was incredibly tender and cooked just right. Overall, a great meal with fresh, flavorful food and a relaxed atmosphere. I can definitely see why my family keeps coming back--this spot is well worth a visit.

We celebrated a birthday at Mediterranean Exploration Company with their set menu, and it was one…read moreof the best dining experiences we've had in Portland. We were able to try a wide variety of dishes, and every single one was exceptional. I have dietary restrictions (no onions or garlic), and the kitchen and staff were incredibly accommodating. They prepared separate versions of several dishes for me without hesitation, and I never felt like I was getting a lesser experience. It's rare to find a restaurant that can accommodate food sensitivities so thoughtfully while still delivering incredible flavor. The food was absolutely delicious from start to finish, and the service was impeccable. The staff was warm, attentive, and made our birthday celebration feel special without ever being overbearing. Everyone in our group left talking about how amazing the food was. We couldn't have asked for a better meal or a better overall experience. Mediterranean Exploration Company has definitely earned a spot on our list of favorite Portland restaurants, and we can't wait to come back.

This place is only a few blocks from my home…read more I randomly came here on a date and didn't have a reservation, so we were told we could sit at the bar, so we grabbed the back corner. It ended up being a great spot. The ambiance is great and the bartender was pleasant. They have a seasonal menu, which assures me that we're going to get the freshest produce possible. We started with the Labneh & Confit Butternut Squash. It was fine, but not my favorite dish of the night. The labneh was more like Greek yogurt than cheese, which isn't a bad thing, but I would have liked a little more saltiness. The Harissa Spice Shrimp, on the other hand, was fantastic. Definitely the standout item we actually ordered. The Baked Eggplant was good too, although it didn't quite wow me. I think there was some mix up, as we were first served the Roasted Eggplant Dip. We flagged the server down to say it wasn't what we ordered, but they let us keep it. Boy were we happy about this! It was the best dish of the night (and a must reorder). The pita to go with the Labneh and the Dip was excellent too. Piping hot and just right.

Lamb gyro is amazing. Hot sauce has a little heat so get that on the side if you're sensitive. The…read morepita is flavorful, soft and tasty. I've had much better hummus. Other than that, this place is great!

It doesn't matter that this small restaurant is in a grocery store. Johnson's Creek Market…read more We shared a falafel wrap with extra crispy falafels. It was toasted on the outside perfectly. Inside, it had lettuce, tomato, pickles, tzatziki sauce and it was amazing. I really loved the garlic sauce on the side too. We ended up using all of it. There are at least four large booths to sit in. The service was fast and friendly. While we waited, we enjoyed walking through the grocery store. We'll definitely be back. Give it a try!