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Just celebrated our 9 year anniversary and wow!! Food,

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Jess B. on 07/20/2024

Just celebrated our 9 year anniversary and wow!! Food, service, drinks and atmosphere were all 5 star. Food: Radicchio salad was our favorite! But the sesame mousse was so good my husband who doesn't like dessert ate most of it! We were SO FULL because everything was so tasty we couldn't stop eating. Service: our server Cookie was so kind and knowledgeable. Great menu recommendations and the entire staff ensured we had what we needed and wanted. Drinks: Cookie recommended the exact wine I was craving. Hubby said the old fashioned was delicious also! Atmosphere: lively, busy but not rushed, and every staff member we encountered were so kind and attentive. They all wished us a happy anniversary and genuinely cared about our experience. This was honestly one of the best dining experiences we've had in a long time. Couldn't recommend them enough and can't wait to come back!! Incredible.

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We sat on the patio and it was a lovely summer evening.

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Christine D. on 07/19/2024

The waiter talked through the menu and offered vegan options. The hummus and mushrooms were delicious. The pita was warm and amazing. It was our anniversary and gave us dessert. The chocolate ice cream was INCREDIBLE.

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Love their happy hour except now it ends at 5pm, which is

4/5 by πŸ‘» @Debbie B. on 07/19/2024

Love their happy hour except now it ends at 5pm, which is unfortunate. There radicchio salad is super yummy

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Wow wow wow.

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Eddie N. on 07/08/2024

We ordered five plates for two people. Fennel salad, so earthy. Octopus for my friend who is not vegetarian, where as I am. Artichokes, with a nice tahini and citrus flavor. Mushrooms with nice lentils underneath. All great! 100% recommend.

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Absolutely delicious Mediterranean food! Based on my

4/5 by πŸ‘» @Raisa S. on 07/06/2024

Absolutely delicious Mediterranean food! Based on my experience, the vegetarian dishes are the forte here. We ordered: 1. Fennel Salad - crisp and refreshing, and the fennel gives that different anise-flavor. I also enjoyed the oranges and candied almonds for extra flavor and texture. 2. Roasted Eggplant Dip - if you're a babaganoush fan, this is for you! 3. Fasolakia Hummus - this is a *MUST*. Even the pickiest eater in our party wanted to lick the plate clean! 4. Spiced Maitake Mushrooms - another *MUST ORDER*! The mushrooms were prepared perfectly with a slight crispy char and the black garlic sauce was out of this world!! I wish I could have bought a jar of it! 5. Grilled Octopus - this was good, but I expected more from the dish than just two pieces of octopus, one of which was a bit overcooked and rubbery. 6. Adana Lamb Kebab - Pretty good and definitely not game-y I also enjoyed the Arak and a Hard Place cocktail and the Turkish coffee for dessert was very authentic and delicious. The rhubarb dessert we ordered was good too! Sit outside on a warm evening and enjoy!

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This is the best Mediterranean food I ever had.

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Rae S. on 07/05/2024

Everything is so delicious and flavorful. Lamb chop is the best I ever tasted. These comments are coming from a well traveled person who loves lamb. I hope I get the message across. Service is nice and the ambiance is great too. I would visit again next time I am in Portland.

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"Exploring" is going somewhere unfamiliar.

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Lisa R. on 07/04/2024

It doesn't usually include the urge to lick the plates, but maybe it should, especially if you are going to eat here. The flavors were a surprisingly rich combination of the unexpected, but in a delightful way. They had a lot of vegetarian options , and we decided to nibble our way across the menu, family style. My suggestions? Try the salt roasted beets -perfectly roasted and lounging on a pool of tahina with herbs, Fennel salad- with a slightly citrusy vinagarette and sweet almonds for crunch, Labneh -topped with crispy artichokes and a sauce that perfectly balanced spicy with flavorful fruit over the base of tangy yogurt. Other top picks: spiced mushrooms on garlic spiced lentils, or the spinach & cheese Boureka. Any negatives?: our whole meal came with one single small piece of pita bread for three people to share, and a single small extra piece of bread is $3 each. For our $150 bucks, they could have provided extra bread. Would I go back? Oh yes!

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Loved the food, flavors and ambience! Definitely a must

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Harsha R. on 06/27/2024

Loved the food, flavors and ambience! Definitely a must visit if you're in Portland. Service was prompt and the serverexplained the dishes well.

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Was visiting pdx.

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Dusty B. on 06/25/2024

Wish this was in my town. All the delicious med dishes with unusual twists and platings. Interesting wine list and beautiful location. Would eat here often if I lived in Portlandia.

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I was not expecting the food to be this good - this place

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Rima Z. on 06/23/2024

I was not expecting the food to be this good - this place nails Mediterranean nibbles! Service was warm, friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. Interior and exterior are clean and modern. But it's all about the food. We kept ordering because it was so good... Drinks - my Turkish delight was terrific. But the white Negroni? Perfect for a hot summery day. Food - you wouldn't think olives would be much to write about. But these were so plump and juicy, well marinated, and since the were warm, so flavorful. The hummus was creamy with just the right amount of tahini and crispy lamb bits. The pita was warm and pillowy (we ordered another one to sop up all of the sauces). The falafel was crisp with a tender crumb, not dry like so many are. And the zhug was full of bright flavor. We had to order another one. Octopus was perfectly cooked and the oil needed to be stopped up with pita; it would have been a shame to waste it. The chicken meatballs were also crisp with a tender interior. The eggplant relish with slivered almonds was served cold/room temp, but did not deteriorate from the meatballs whatsoever. . I'll be back... you should go too!

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Amazing!

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Deborah Jen W on 06/14/2024

The foods are amazing and the staff are accommodating. My family enjoyed the food and aside from it the ambiance is wonderful.

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Wonderful Dinner Sitting at the Bar by the Grill

5/5 by πŸ‘» @LonestarSpartan on 06/09/2024

We made an early reservation and when we arrived they asked where would like to be seated. Some corner counter seats were available right by the grill which is our favorite place to sit when given the opportunity at a restaurant. We love watching the cooks! We sat next to 2 gentlemen who were regulars and their food looked great. We inquired into what they were eating (they were still on appetizers) and they said the Raddichio Salad and the Crispy Lamb Hummus. We ordered both and both were outstanding. Unlike our neighbors, those 2 dishes were enough food for the 2 of us, so we failed to order an entree. We had a nice bottle of Vermentino from Italy which was also great. Our server was Matthew and when my wife told him that she was allergic to bell peppers, he looked at all the items on the menu and made notes on what other ingredients, not listed, were in each dish. Outstanding and beyond the call of duty. Other members of the staff also visited with us and gave us recommendations. Overall, a delightful experience! Would highly recommend a visit. Should make a reservation as the place quickly filled up after we were seated.

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Soggy fennel salad & incredibly salty crisp lamb

3/5 by πŸ‘» @L Callahan on 05/27/2024

Was referred to this place by three different people, so had high expectations. Busy on Memorial weekend, but they found me a seat at their high top tables at the back of the restaurant. Ordered the fennel & orange & almond salad to start, which was really overdressed (and drowning in liquid), which resulted in limp fennel, but the flavors were good. The crispy lamb atop their hummus was incredibly oversalted(!) and I really tried to get past that, but after three bites I asked to substitute their plain hummus dish, and I’m really glad that I did. Server was very pleasant, and even brought me a new warm pita to accompany my second hummus dish. The presentation of their hummus is really beautiful, and the flavor combinations of the tahini, olive oil, and spices work beautifully. The thick β€œIsraeli style” pita is superb, and their portions are generous (though expensive). Given the many options for Mediterranean food in Portland, I don’t feel compelled to return.

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lots of greatness but doesnt quite bring it home

3/5 by πŸ‘» @rosaPDX13 on 04/26/2024

At first we were so impressed yet all of the dishes seemed the same and too rich. all were creamy with lots of oils. and the flavors did not stand out. shrimp dish was okay (not flavorful enough), the snap peas was too creamy. Interior is great, cocktails may have been the best part.

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Amazing dinner

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Therese S on 04/12/2024

We went as a family group of 6 and must have tried 1/2 the menu. We loved everything from the initial Chai Mocktail. Do not miss the asparagus, the radicchio salad, the chicken meatballs, the lamb chops, the hanger steak... Maybe just order one of everything! Our service was friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. I'll be back on my next trip to PDX.

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Hubby and I came on a whim one Saturday night.

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Jenny R. on 03/16/2024

No reservation but was able to get a table at the bar. Ordered the labnah, octopus, chicken meatballs and a slice of pistachio cake. Everything was on point. Service was friendly enough. Would come back and try more for sure.

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One of my absolute favorite dinners on this trip! Skipped

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Terry K. on 03/15/2024

One of my absolute favorite dinners on this trip! Skipped the drinks and just opted for water. For food we shared the following items: Beef-Bacon Wrapped Date: This was the most underwhelming item of the night, the combination of flavors and textures were too one-dimensional. I think an added element would have really elevated this dish but somethings is missing... Crispy Lamb Hummus: WOW this was so good, the flavors, the textures, wow I just wish they gave two pitas or some cucumbers with this cause one pita is not enough. Fried Brussel Sprouts: So addicting to eat, the spices and sauce used paired so well together Moroccan Brick Chicken: Moist flavorful chicken with a delicious arugula salad, so simple but so necessary for the table Grilled Octopus: Cooked to perfection and seasoned nicely, if I see octopus on the menu I order it Warm Pistachio Cake: a simple cake but could do with less white chocolate Service was okay, we barely saw our server after we ordered but other staff was friendly. We sat at the counter so we could see them preparing the food which was a cool experience. The ambiance is dark and cozy, would be great for a date night.

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Their consistent good food, atmosphere and service doesn't

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Nancy N. on 03/13/2024

Their consistent good food, atmosphere and service doesn't go unnoticed. The menu selection is excellent and there's always something new to try.

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Excellent, high quality food and prompt service.

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Lauren W. on 03/11/2024

My only complaint is that the table was too small for all of our plates. But the food is so flavorful and memorable and well worth the visit.

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If a restaurant can get me to eat lamb and actually ENJOY

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Jessica W. on 03/10/2024

If a restaurant can get me to eat lamb and actually ENJOY it?! Then you really got somethin good. Came here for the first time on a Friday night and it was worth all the hype. The dishes are small plates - which I love - so keep in mind that you'll need to order quite a few depending on how hungry you are. I came for dinner with a friend and we started with the Hummus abu Hassan and their fresh baked pita... omg... I'm not even a hummus fan yall, but this one was amazing. Then we ordered the Pan Roasted Salmon and the Hawaij Spiced Carrots - both were perfect. And last but not least, the Lamb Chops. INSANE. I don't like lamb and will never go out of my way to order it or even try a bite when my husband orders it anywhere. But their lamb chops here, I will come back for. I usually will take pictures of my food to post on here, but I was truly enjoying my meal so much that I didn't take a single photo. Maybe next time! LOL

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Highlights 1) Amazing Food 2) Cool Vibe 3) Shareable

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Ally S. on 02/24/2024

Highlights 1) Amazing Food 2) Cool Vibe 3) Shareable Plates Made a reservation here recently for a small group of co-workers. It happened to be Valentine's Day so we definitely needed the reservation. We arrived about 30 minutes early but the restaurant was able to seat us right away at a high top. The vibe here is super cool and open. It's fairly loud but that made it feel exciting! The menu is fairly large and features a ton of Mediterranean small plates of various sizes. Everything we had was amazing and bursting with flavor! Highly recommend the harissa carrots, salmon and Greek potatoes. Will absolutely seek this out on my next visit!

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This place is so good! Make a reservation in advance if you

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Sara L. on 02/20/2024

This place is so good! Make a reservation in advance if you are going on a weekend. Was very impressed when I went here for the first time, I brought a large group and they handled it great! Definitely on the nicer side! A go to date spot!

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Great food, great service and great location.

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Douglas C on 02/14/2024

The food at this Mediterranean restaurant was unbelievable. Fresh and well prepared, I would rate the meal as one of the best meals I have ever had in Portland.

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Okay let me just say, everything I had to eat here way

4/5 by πŸ‘» @Steph K. on 02/12/2024

Okay let me just say, everything I had to eat here way delicioussss!! I really would recommend the lamb and usually I don't prefer lamb. They know what they're doing here when it comes to food, but also ambiance! This is such a cute place, we went at night and there was low lighting, modern decor, so makes a great spot to go with friends or family, but a great date spot as well! The service was great as well, knowledgeable on the whole menu, and attentive! One downside, is be ready to spend a bit of money. I would come back much more often if prices were a little lower, but for the quality of the food I'd still say it's worth it

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One of my favorite spots in the pearl.

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Rachel B. on 02/11/2024

The octopus is my favorite but you can't go wrong with anything really. Try the lamb hummus if that's your thing - so good!! And the staff are always so nice.

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Food was good though surprisingly bland.

3/5 by πŸ‘» @Patti M. on 02/09/2024

Service was fine. The noise level, between the thumping music and the crowd, made it impossible to enjoy or linger over dinner.

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Very average

3/5 by πŸ‘» @James B on 12/28/2023

We came to this restaurant with friends based on reviews. Pretentious and unimaginative pricey food. They couldn’t split the bill for some reason. There are other places with better ambiance and food in Portland.

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Interesting Cuisine

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Dick L on 12/08/2023

A very popular spot in the Pearl District of Portland. They serve small plates to be shared, lots of yogurt dishes and of course Mediterranean style foods. We had a lot of them, but the one outstanding dish (for me) was the octopus, a long grilled tenacle brought on a platter! We also had the chicken meatballs, salt roasted beets, eggplant dip and other dishes. The most difficult part of visiting this restaurant is the parking in the Pearl. We found a lot a few blocks away and squeezed our car into one of their small sized but large priced spaces. Then walked in the rain to the restaurant. Oh, well that is the Pearl for you. But it was worth the effort.

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Hands down one of the best restaurants around

5/5 by πŸ‘» @NM_RR on 11/29/2023

I have spent a lot of time in kitchens over the last forty years. I have come to have high expectations in uppity things like texture, harmony amid contrasts, the element of surprise, the exotic amid the familiar, presentation, and quality of ingredients. Normally, my expectations are disappointed. We cook at home more often than we go out. From that background, I offer my unqualified praise to Chef Burgess and his staff. This place is a gem. Everything they put on the table illustrates their excellence as a team. Each dish has a truly unique character. Each delights with surprises that come from dedication to the craft and a certain genius, not chance. Each is sumptuous. Each offers the unexpected. You can taste the thoughtfulness, the imagination, the vision. What a joy to eat at a place like this. On top of that, the place is unpretentious and warm and the service is lovely. MEC reminds us of what a restaurant can be. Put it on your list of top restaurants in Portland. It is now on mine.

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Can't wait to return!

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Marcia R on 10/10/2023

Lovely setting...great service...Fabulous food for whole family...vegan, vegetarian, omnivores. Loved every bite of creative dishes!

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Great dinner spot

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Carol J on 09/02/2023

Excellence food, knowledgeable waitstaff and prompt service. Gluten and dairy free options. Good energy, very enjoyable evening!

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Great dinner experience in Portland!!!

5/5 by πŸ‘» @ghotai on 08/01/2023

Excellent meal!!! I was there with my wife and daughter, and we started out with the crispy lamb hummus and the chicken meatballs for appetizers, both of which were great. My wife and daughter shared the chermoula rubbed shrimp and the hanger steak, with rave reviews from both, while I enjoyed the Adana lamb kebab. I had a cocktail--"When Doves Cry" -- which was spicy and perfect for me! Service was good but not over-attentive.

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Excellent!

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Rosemary L on 07/08/2023

All-round Fantastic - food, atmosphere and service! Ate here twice in the four days we were in Portland (and have been several times on previous visits!)

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Must try!

5/5 by πŸ‘» @christigray1 on 06/29/2023

The food was fresh and unbelievable. There was so much flavor with each dish. We had the artichoke hummus, beet salad, snap peas and chicken. Yummy yummy!

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One of the good options in the Pearl District.

4/5 by πŸ‘» @Serge L on 06/13/2023

The place was crowded, and we were given seats at the bar. The service and the food were both good. Definitly it worth going.

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Oh Em gee! Amaaaaazing food!! I'm visiting from out of town

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Mina H. on 03/14/2023

Oh Em gee! Amaaaaazing food!! I'm visiting from out of town with a few other folks and we came here for a work dinner. The food is so incredible. I literally wanna go back tomorrow and eat here again. There were five of us so we ordered the following: Fennel salad, chicken meatballs, falafel, hummus with lamb, carrots, sweet potatoes, fried chicken, and the baked feta. I highly recommend all of these plates, but if I had to pick my favorite, I would say the chicken meatballs were to die for. I've never had ground chicken taste so delicious before. I would say this place is casual, I could see it being a date spot, a friends hang out spot, and for us it was a perfect work dinner spot. But the overall ambience was cool and chill. And by the way, our waiter was awesome. He gave us great recommendations, and seem to be very passionate. Bravo, guys!!

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Ambience ~ crowd & loud.

3/5 by πŸ‘» @Ben C. on 03/13/2023

A get-together hangout spot over drinks.Service ~ what is now typical in a high volume environment. Add higher than average tipping.Food ~ what brought us in was a glance at the menu. Prices seemed reasonable. Upon serving, the portions are disappointingly teeny weeny. So in actuality it is very pricey for what you get. The server encourages you to share plates if you do not mind having a tasting course-like evening.More for the walking Pearl patrons ~ a central location to meet up after work with parking that is impossible to find at peak times.

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We happens to get in with no wait and no reservation but I

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Saba A. on 03/12/2023

We happens to get in with no wait and no reservation but I recommend having a reservation as we had to sit at the kitchen bar. Service was great. Very helpful with recommendations and explanations of each did we asked. The vibe is busy but not loud just lively. Every cocktail and did was a 10/10 and we would order again. Food (all amazing) but I noticed especially how fresh the herbs and seasoning were. Portions were great for sharing. Some dishes could be shared within 3 people. Crispy Lamb Hummus Bacon Wrapped DatesMoroccan Brick Chicken Mejadara Rice Fried Chicken Warm Chocolate BabkaDrinksTurkish Delight Turkish Coffee MartiniMonkey Island

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My experience eating here tonight was PHENOMENAL.

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Donna D. on 03/10/2023

I am big, huge, on MY TRIO....food, service and ambiance. I arrived in town from Pittsburgh, PA eating solo at the bar as my husband ate a few blocks over with his company after their convention today. I started my excursion with the Turkish Delight. I relish anything and everything lemon so when the bartender told me it was their version of a lemon drop, I excitedly agreed to give it a try. Moving into the Saladin offerings, I chose the salted beets. One taste of the beets, and I knew we were off to a wonderful exploration as the rightful name of the establishment implies. Next, Mezze, the Brussels sprout hummus with a nicely spiced harissa vinaigrette and the best pita I've ever tasted. Holy smokes, this blew my socks off! Nicely crisp, just perfectly seasoned and sauced placed over the most luxurious and silky hummus I have ever had the pleasure of tasting. Lastly, the twin lamb chops. Perfectly seasoned with oregano, oil and lemon (did I express how much I loooove lemon ?!?!) and so tender they cut like butter. I used my butter knife to cut into them! Ending this tasty wonderland, I ventured to get the Turkish coffee and their Turkish chocolate cookie. It was such a pleasure to end on a perfect note. Bartenders (I didn't catch their names, I'm awful at that ) one woman one man. Both equally engaging and super helpful with suggestions. Food was arriving in a nice speed, not rushed. We always make the decision when traveling to never try the same place in the same visit as there are too many places to try and not enough time BUT I may just make an exception this time, as my husband didn't get the same heavenly experience as I did tonight and who am I to keep this gem from him?? Enjoy my pictures and please don't hesitate to partake in this expedition. You don't want to miss it.

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consistency is key, but with MEC they've managed to nail it

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Danielle J. on 03/03/2023

consistency is key, but with MEC they've managed to nail it with a balance of bold and subtle flavors cooked to perfection. I love sharing, so the tapa styled menu items really matched my style of eating, their menu items are updated often and prepared daily. Big seafood girl over here, so for the table we got the grilled octopus, grilled shrimp, greek potatoes and the fried Brussel sprouts humus, and the fennel salad. I'm usually skeptical about octopus because it's really easy to overcook, but each time I've ordered it from this restaurant it's perfect. The Brussel sprout humus was my favorite, I could have ordered that alone and been completely satisfied, it complimented the grilled shrimp really well. Perfect ambiance for a cozy business meeting, or group dinner, or date! The servers are warm and friendly and had great wine recommendations to pair with your meal.

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Great for small plates

4/5 by πŸ‘» @S kaul on 02/27/2023

Great middle Eastern food in small plates. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Good atmosphere. Good liquor and wines.

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Delicious food and even better service! I can't say enough

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Aryel G. on 02/26/2023

Delicious food and even better service! I can't say enough great things about the food here. Our server was so sweet her name was Brianna and she was extremely helpful in making sure we had ordered enough food that would be able to satisfy our party. I will definitely be back, especially for the fried chicken!

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4.6 stars for Mediterranean Exploration! I didn't expect to

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Jenny L. on 02/24/2023

4.6 stars for Mediterranean Exploration! I didn't expect to give it such good ratings, but it did exceed my expectations. It's more tapa style, small plates. So be prepared to order lots, server told us about 2-3 dishes per person. Depending how many people you have, can share also.We tried the lamb hummus $17 with extra pita $3, it was creamy and warm. The grilled octopus $19 was a tad small but tender and not too chewy, fried chicken $17 was unexpected, it had a sweet and salty taste to it, which reminded me of chicken and waffles flavors, Greek lamb chop full size 4 piece $48 was perfectly done, hanger steak $29 was by far the best looking meat/protein tender and slightly raw, beef and lamb kebab $23 was decent, spiced cauliflower $22, sweet potatoes $15 was my favorite side dish. We also tried the worth a Chai drink $9 and glass of red wine $14. The bill also charged us a wellness charge 3%, to compensate employees with Healthcare and pto etc. Interior was nice and dark but not too dark, romantic for date night, not really family friendly. We'll be back when we visit Portland again!

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You cannot go wrong with this place.

4/5 by πŸ‘» @Angelica Marie B. on 02/20/2023

Absolutely worth it. Everything was so good!!!! Meat portions were smaller than I expected but 4-5 plates is perfect for 2 people. My favorite was definitely the hummus that was topped with crunchy lamb bites, cilantro and onion paired with the fresh pita

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We went to dinner last night with a group of friends and it

5/5 by πŸ‘» @Bex R. on 02/19/2023

We went to dinner last night with a group of friends and it was phenomenal. The food had so many complex flavors paired with the most amazing wines recommended by our excellent server Matthew! The best hummus I have ever had in my life! The pitas were freshly baked! Perfect amount of food to share amongst friends to have a carnival of tastes all across the Mediterranean. The manager Sara Luna explained all the dishes and recommended a perfect spread for sharing. I can't wait to go back!

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WOWSA, the food here is excellent and unique.

4/5 by πŸ‘» @Georgie K. on 02/12/2023

I have been here about 3 times. The radicho salad is quite large and is a 10/10! It is so delicious and flavorful, not overdressed. Just the right amount. The grilled octopus and Maitake Mushrooms were sublime! The service was pretty good. Staff are friendly and pretty on it. Street parking that we found easily this time, but that is not always the case. It is family style of sharing smaller plates. It's pretty easy to spend a $100 plus dollars for 2 people depending on what you get and how many alcoholic beverages you order. The prices match the food quality and service. It is great place for date night or for a celebration.

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All around great experience

5/5 by πŸ‘» @KMB4766 on 01/14/2023

All around fantastic experience. Coils only get a table reso on the bar which turned out to be perfect. Great energy. Attentive staff. Fantastic cocktails and small plates. Everything we had was delicious. Absolutely would go back!

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Cool experience, okay food

3/5 by πŸ‘» @BC-Westcoaster on 11/30/2022

First time here. Food is served family style. We asked the server for recommendations on how many dishes to get for two people; he suggested 3-4, which worked out well. We got a hummus, rice, octopus and lamb kebab. The lamb ended up being minced, which we didn't love - should have got the lamb chops. Also, the food comes out as it is ready, and the kebabs came out long after the other food, which was a bit disappointing as we wanted to have it with the rice. Cool space in an old warehouse, and good service.

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This is some of the best food I've ever had

5/5 by πŸ‘» @RNA1958 on 10/04/2022

Had an incredible dining experience at MEC - the servers were amazing, very attentive and personable - they shared some of their recommendations which turned out to be very good. We had the hummus which was so creamy and delicious. We also had the grilled carrots with feta and pistachio sauce which is amazingly good. The lamb chops are a must have - fork tender and the marinade was really good and the spices were just spot on! I don't know who the chef is at MEC but he and his crew do an amazing job - it was crazy busy (Monday night) and we got our food timely and the servers gave us all the attention we desired. Going back soon - thanks MEC!

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