PETRA MIDDLE EASTERN CUISINE
MENU
At Petra Middle Eastern Cuisine, our menu is a celebration of time-honored Middle Eastern and Eastern Mediterranean recipes, prepared fresh daily with bold spices, quality ingredients, and care in every detail. From slow-cooked meats and grilled specialties to fresh salads, flavorful sides, and warm, house-made breads, each dish reflects generations of tradition and a passion for real, honest food. Whether you’re joining us for a casual meal, ordering takeout, or planning food for a group, our menu is designed to offer something memorable for every table.
APPETIZERS
Our appetizers are the perfect way to begin your meal, featuring classic Middle Eastern favorites made fresh and full of flavor. From crispy, golden bites and warm breads to creamy house-made dips and vibrant small plates, each appetizer is crafted to be shared and enjoyed together. Whether you’re starting a meal, building a spread for the table, or ordering for a group, our appetizers offer a delicious introduction to the flavors of Petra.
Falafel, 6 pc
4.50
Crispy chickpea patties, golden brown on the outside and tender on the inside. Paired with tahini sauce.
Baba Ghanoush
8
Roasted eggplant dip, mixed with tahini, garlic, lemon, and drizzled with olive oil.
Grape Leaves
12
Tender grape leaves, stuffed with seasoned rice and topped with pomegranate molasses.
Hummus
7
Creamy chickpea puree blended with tahini, garlic, lemon and drizzled with olive oil.
Foule'
8
A blend of spiced fava beans, topped with tahini, diced tomatoes, and drizzled with olive oil.
Kubbeh 6pc
12
Crispy dumplings filled with a blend of ground beef and spices.
Sampler Platter
15
A variety platter featuring falafel, hummus, baba ghanoush, and foule'.
SOUPS
Our soups are made fresh with time-honored Middle Eastern recipes that bring comfort in every spoonful. Slowly simmered with aromatic spices, fresh herbs, and wholesome ingredients, each bowl is rich in flavor and deeply satisfying. Whether you’re starting your meal or enjoying a lighter option, our soups offer a taste of tradition that’s both nourishing and full of heart—perfect for warming up on any day.
Lentil Soup
6
A warm, comforting blend of lentils, onions and spices.
Freekeh
6
Warm cracked green wheat soup cooked with aromatic spices
ENTREES
Our entrées showcase the heart of Middle Eastern cooking, featuring traditional recipes prepared with bold spices, fresh ingredients, and time-honored techniques. From slow-cooked meats and grilled specialties to fragrant rice dishes and comforting classics, each entrée is crafted to be satisfying, flavorful, and memorable. Generous portions and carefully balanced flavors make every plate perfect for both everyday meals and special occasions, offering an authentic taste of Petra in every bite.
Mansaf Lamb
22
Tender Lamb cooked in a yogurt sauce, served on a bed of yellow rice sitting atop a thin layer of bread.
Comes with a hot yogurt sauce.
Mansaf Chicken
17
Tender chicken cooked in a yogurt sauce, served on a bed of yellow rice sitting atop a thin layer of bread.
Comes with a hot yogurt sauce.
Maqlooba
Lamb 22 Chicken 17
A bed of seasoned rice, topped with eggplant, cauliflower, and potato, and topped with tender and juicy chicken.
Comes with either an Arabian salad OR cucumber salad.
(Substitute for lamb +$5)
Kabob Plate
22
Juicy chicken and beef kabob skewers, underneath a bed of flavorful rice. Served with your choice of Arabian salad or cucumber yogurt.
Msakhan
Lamb 22 Chicken 17
Two flatbreads, smothered with sumac infused caramelized onions, and topped with tender baked chicken.
(Substitute for lamb +$5)
Kabsa
Lamb 22 Chicken 17
Aromatic and seasoned spicy red rice, served with delicious and tender chicken
Comes with either an Arabian salad OR cucumber salad.
(Substitute for lamb +$5)
Mendi
Lamb 22 Chicken 17
A Yemeni dish - rice with tender chicken infused with a blend of spices.
Comes with either an Arabian salad OR cucumber salad.
(Substitute for lamb +$5)
Kefta Tahini
17
Seasoned ground beef and minced onion patties simmered in a creamy tahini sauce with potatoes, and served with rice.
Kefta Tomato
17
Seasoned ground beef and minced onion patties simmered in a tangy tomato sauce with potatoes, and served with rice.
Tilapia
20
Fileted tilapia, seasoned, breaded and fried served on a bed of flavorful rice and tahini sauce.
Comes with either an Arabian salad OR cucumber salad.
Oozi
Lamb 22 Chicken 17
Seasoned rice, mixed with peas and carrots, and topped with tender chicken.
Comes with either an Arabian salad OR cucumber salad.
(Substitute for lamb +$5)
STEWS
Our stews are slow-cooked, comforting, and deeply rooted in Middle Eastern tradition. Each dish begins with carefully selected ingredients simmered gently with aromatic spices, fresh herbs, and house-made sauces to build rich, layered flavors. Tender meats and hearty vegetables are cooked until perfectly melt-in-your-mouth, then served over fragrant rice or alongside warm bread to soak up every last bite. These stews are true comfort food—warm, satisfying, and made the way they’ve been enjoyed for generations.
Molokhiya
17
Jute leaves minced and combined with garlic, coriander and fragrant broth. Served with rice and your choice of chicken or lamb.
Bamya
17
Fried okra, which is then simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce.
Served with rice and your choice of chicken or lamb.
Zahraa Bil Laban
15
Fried cauliflower florets added in a yogurt sauce.
Served with rice.
SANDWICHES
Our sandwiches are made fresh to order and packed with bold Middle Eastern flavor in every bite. Wrapped in warm, freshly baked bread and filled with perfectly seasoned meats or hearty vegetarian favorites, each sandwich is layered with crisp vegetables, fresh herbs, and our house-made sauces. Grilled, toasted, or served warm, these handheld favorites are both comforting and satisfying—perfect for a quick lunch or an easy, flavorful meal any time of day.
Beef Shawarma
12
Marinated beef, slow cooked with flavorful spices and wrapped with tahini sauce, garlic sauce, tomato, onion, parsley and pickles.
Chicken Shawarma
10
Marinated chicken, slow cooked with flavorful spices and wrapped with tahini sauce, garlic sauce, tomato, onion, parsley and pickles.
Falafel Pita
9
Crispy falafel wrapped in warm pita bread, with hummus, tomatoes, and tahini sauce.
Msakhan Roll, 4pc
11
A flatbread rolled with shredded chicken, and sumac infused caramelized onions.
SALADS
Our salads are fresh, vibrant, and full of authentic Middle Eastern flavor. Made with crisp vegetables, fragrant herbs, and bright citrus notes, each salad is carefully prepared to highlight natural ingredients and balanced seasoning. From classic favorites to hearty, satisfying options, our salads are light yet flavorful—perfect as a refreshing starter, a wholesome side, or a meal on their own.
Arabian salad
5
Crisp tomato, cucumber, parsley, and mint.Tossed with sumac, salt and lemon. A simple delicious classic.
Tahini salad
6
Crisp tomato, cucumber, parsley, and mint.Tossed with sumac, salt, tahini, and lemon. A simple delicious classic.
Cucumber yogurt
5
Fresh cucumber, yogurt, mint, parsley and garlic. Lightly seasoned for a refreshing taste.
Tabouli
7
Finley chopped parsley, with tomatoes, mint, onion, soaked cracked wheat, and seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.
Fattoush
7
A medley of chopped vegetables tossed with sumac, salt, mint, lemon juice, and olive oil topped with pita chips.
SIDES
Fries
4
Kubbeh 2 pc
4
Fried Cauliflower
4
Extra pita(1 PITA)
1
Fattayer
(upon availability)
2
DRINKS
Fountain Drink
2
Mint Limonada
4
Tea with Mint
2.50
Arabic Coffee
2.50
