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Welcome To Queen Mama's Kitchen
At Queen Mama's Kitchen, we celebrate the rich tapestry of Middle Eastern cuisine, offering an intimate dining experience steeped in warmth and authenticity. Founded by women with a passion for culinary excellence, our Portland establishment serves up a delightful array of desserts, salads, and hearty dishes, all crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Guests rave about our luscious Pistachio Cheesecake and savory Lamb Shank Mandi, each bite delivering a flavor-packed journey. Enjoy cozy outdoor seating or quick takeout, while being embraced by our friendly, attentive service. Join us at 406 SW Oak St, where every meal feels like a walk home to Mama's kitchen.
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About
Queen Mama's Kitchen
Welcome to Queen Mama's Kitchen, a delightful culinary haven nestled in the heart of Portland, Oregon. This charming eatery serves as a true embodiment of Middle Eastern flavors, offering a delectable array of desserts and salads that are sure to enchant your palate. The intimate location at 406 SW Oak St, combined with a warm and cozy ambiance, makes every visit feel like a special occasion.
As you step through the door, you’re greeted by beautifully curated decor, creating a welcoming atmosphere enhanced by the soothing sounds of soft jazz music. It's no wonder that many patrons describe Queen Mama's Kitchen as a gem—this spot invites you to relax and savor each moment, whether dining solo or among friends.
- Desserts that Delight: The menu showcases an enticing selection of sweets, including the rich Pistachio Cheesecake, the velvety Almond Cheesecake, and the indulgent Royal Cheesecake, each priced at $9.95. Don't miss the creamy Basboosa for $6.95 or the flavorful Date Cake for $9.95. And for those who can't get enough of their delights, a whole cheesecake offering 16 slices is just $44.95!
- Salad Sensations: The salads here are nothing short of a celebration of freshness. Options like Fattoush Salad, Tabbouli, and Arugula Salad, all priced at $14.89, highlight the vibrant ingredients that encapsulate Middle Eastern culinary traditions.
- Refreshingly Perfect Beverages: Complement your meal with cold drinks ranging from Coke and Sprite to more unique options like Saffron Tea and Mint Lime Juice. Each drink adds to the overall experience, refreshing your senses between bites.
Customer reviews sing praises of the food's quality and the attentive service. Slavena Pash found the Pistachio Cake delightful and praised the creamy hummus, while Yousef affirmed that Queen Mama's Kitchen is a true representation of authentic Arabic-Mediterranean cuisine. The essence of home-cooked meals is palpable here, with fresh ingredients that stand apart from mass-produced options available at other restaurants.
With an accessible price range and passionate dedication to quality, Queen Mama’s Kitchen is not just another restaurant—it's an experience. Whether you're indulging in the comforting Lamb Shank or finishing your meal with the unforgettable Cheesecake, every dish is crafted with care that ensures flavors burst with authenticity.
With each visit to Queen Mama's Kitchen, you're invited not just to eat, but to celebrate vibrant Middle Eastern cuisine in a warm, welcoming environment. Don't miss your chance to explore this culinary treasure, where food is made with love and shared joy. For the ultimate experience, gather your friends or family and share in the bountiful spreads and delectable desserts that await!
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Our Guestbook
“ What a gem of a restaurant!! Food was AMAZING, pistachio cake was delightful. Hummus was creamy and perfect, basboosa was also a favorite! Food came out quickly, service was fairly good. Intimate setting with beautiful decor everywhere you look even in the restrooms. Everything was reasonably priced. Had the platter, falafel, and lamb shank along with basboosa and pistachio cake. The karak was delicious as well. 1010 ”
“ While the location may be small, it has a warm cozy ambiance that makes this a hidden gem. From the beautiful decor, to the sound of soft jazz music, its a great space to dine alone or with others. I could tell the details from the plates, accents, and gold touches that everything was carefully selected. The service may be slow at times with only one or two people on the floorbehind the counter to help customers. Understandable given its family run, it was nice to be welcomed warmly and I wasnt in a rush. The food definitely overall didnt disappoint, as I went alone and limited myself to an entree and dessert. I love the small menu, which felt intimate. I went on a Friday and had the special that day. The lamb was tender and rice was fluffy. I loved the soup with it, it added additional warmth and aromatics to the meal. The mint lime juice was really refreshing but my favorite drink was definitely the saffron tea. Finished it off with my dessert pistachio cheesecake. The texture was great, small suggestion would be to amp up the pistachio flavor a bit more to balance the richness of the cheesecake. Overall, I definitely would come again but with friends so we could share in the experience and more of what the menu has to offer. ”
“ This place was fantastic! The food and service was perfect. My wife and I had the pleasure of trying a variety of foods and drinks, and nothing disappointed. Everything tasted so fresh and vibrant. The desserts were so delicious. To pick one as the best would be impossible. We wish we lived closer to this restaurant as we would be a frequent visitor. This is a musttry for anyone in Portland! ”
“ As a former Dearborn, Michigan resident and now a new Oregonian, I can confidently say this is the only restaurant in the Portland metro area that serves truly authentic ArabicMediterranean cuisine. The flavors took me right back home. They use fresh, highquality ingredientsnone of that massproduced stuff youll find at most socalled Arabic spots that rely on bulk supplies from Restaurant Depot. This place is the real deal! Beyond the food, the service is friendly and attentive. The staff clearly take pride in what they do, and it shows. The restaurant itself is clean, wellorganized, and has a warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes it great for both casual lunches and sitdown dinners. I genuinely hope they open a location in BeavertonHillsborotheyd absolutely thrive there! ”
“ Great Food and Service at Queen Mama I went to Queen Mama again, and the food was very good. I have been to this restaurant before, and my favorite dish is the Lamb Shank Mandi. It is soft, tasty, and full of flavor I really love it. This time, I ordered Mazza appetizers, Beef Samosa, Falafel, and Beef Shawarma with fries. Everything was fresh and delicious. They also gave me a free cheesecake. Suleiman told me, This cheesecake will make you love cheesecake. And he was right! It was so good. Now, every time I go there, I must order the cheesecake. They really know how to make it right! Suleiman helped me with my order. He was very kind, friendly, and helpful. If you go there, ask for Suleiman he is the best! This place has great food and amazing service. I will always come back. ”
“ The food was great and the staff and service was super friendly. The menu is small, but everything we had was really tasty. Unfortunately they were out of the lamb shank for our visit, but well come back again to try it. Definitely save room for desert. The cheesecakes were fantastic! ”
“ This is an absolute gem. Family run with the loveliest, friendly, engaging people. The food is unbelievable. I cannot imagine there is a better Mediterranean restaurant in Portlandwhich is saying a lot here. Oh and 100 have the cheesecake! Legitimately the best cheesecake on the planetorder the Royal. Incredible culinary experience start to finish. . ”
“ The Mezza Platter Sampler was amazing. Great selection of refreshing delicious sides served with warm flat bread. Hummus had the perfect consistency and flavor. Chicken Rice Bowl was delicious and filling. A stand out for me was actually a beverage we tried. The mint and lemon drink was divine! I was so wrapped up in the drink I forgot to take a picture but it served as the perfect pallet cleanser. ”