Karam Restaurant and Bar Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Karam Restaurant and Bar, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Portland, Oregon. Here, traditional Lebanese cuisine meets modern flair, creating a vibrant dining experience. The menu features a delightful array of dishes, from the satisfying Falafel Burger to the aromatic Chicken Tawook Wrap. Each dish is designed to showcase bold flavors and fresh ingredients.
Don't miss the Meat Mezza, a delicious selection of perfectly balanced meats, complemented by creamy hummus and fragrant basmati rice. For those seeking lighter options, the refreshing Beirut Salad is a must-try. Pair your meal with one of their signature cocktails like the Arabian Breeze for a truly immersive experience.
With its chic atmosphere and attentive service, Karam is a perfect spot for gatherings or a romantic date night. Enjoy a memorable meal that invites you back for more!
Standard Online Ordering Schedule - Sides
Extra Pita Bread
Side Beef Kafta Kabob
Side Chicken Kabob
Side Chicken Shawarma
Side GF Pita
Side Lamb Shawarma
Side Rice
Seasoned steamed grains, perfect as a side.
Side Tahini Sauce
Toum
Veggie Kabob Side
Baba Ghanouj
Creamy roasted eggplant spread mixed with garlic, lemon juice, salt and extra virgin olive oil. Served with Pita bread.
Dip Sampler
Original hummus, baba ghanouj & labneh, served with pita chips, pickles, cucumbers & olives
Eggplant Rolls
Eggplants stuffed with feta cheese, parsley, extra virgin olive oil and served with tahini sauce.
Falafel App
Garbanzo beans, cilantro, parsley, traditional spices all mixed together and fried to perfection. Served with tahini sauce and pita bread.
Fried Beef Kibbe Balls
Wheat bulgar stuffed with seasoned ground beef & sauteed onions. Served with tzatziki sauce.
Fried Cauliflower
Fried cauliflower seasoned with sea salt and herbs. Served with tahini sauce.
Labne
Homemade creamy yogurt cheese, olive oil, tomatoes, cucumbers, mint and olives. Served with pita bread.
Mdardara Appetizer
Basmati rice and lentils topped with caramelized onions. Served with tahini sauce.
Original Hummus
Garbanzo beans, lemon juice, garlic, salt and tahini. Served with pita bread.
Pita Chips
Crispy, Golden Pita Chips Perfect for Dipping
Seasoned French Fries
Shawarma Rolls
Chicken shawarma, hummus, garlic sauce, fries, pickles wrapped in tortilla bread
Tzatziki
Creamy Greek yogurt dip with cucumber, and garlic
Veggie Grape Leaves
(Dolmas) hand rolled and filled with bell peppers, rice and pomegranate molasses. Served with tahini sauce.
Standard Online Ordering Schedule - Mezza Starters
Standard Online Ordering Schedule - Soup & Salads
Beirut Salad (V, GF)
Mixed greens, beets, parsley, roasted pistachios, feta cheese, tomatoes & cucumbers drizzled with our house lemon dressing.
Fatoush (V)
Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, sumac herbs, pita chips tossed with our house tangy pomegranate molasses dressing.
Feta Salad (GF)
Lettuce topped with bulgarian creamy feta cheese mixed with olives, tomatoes, cucumber, mint & extra virgin olive oil
Green Salad
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free. fresh romaine lettuce with tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, and homemade lemon garlic dressing.
Lentil Soup (V, GF)
Creamy lentil soup garnished with fresh herbs. (v, gf)
Tabouli (Veg)
Greek Salad
Gluten-free. crispy romaine lettuce with tomatoes, parsley, cucumbers, bulgarian feta cheese, kalamata olives and lemon garlic dressing.
Grand Meat Mezza
Marinated chicken shawarma & Beef kabobs, basmati rice, grape leaves, falafels, hummus and tabouli. Served with pita bread.
Grand Veggie Mezza (Veg)
Hummus, tabouli, falafels, veggie grape leaves, fried cauliflower, feta cheese eggplant rolls with parsley and olive oil and rice with lentils and sauteed onions. Served with pita bread.
Meat Mezza
Sliced and marinated chicken & lamb shawarma, basmati rice, tabouli and hummus. Served with pita bread.
Veggie Mezza (V)
Hummus, falafels, tabouli, veggie grape leaves and tahini sauce. Served with pita bread.
Add Baba Ghannouj
Add Tzaziki
Standard Online Ordering Schedule - Mezza Platters
Standard Online Ordering Schedule - From The Oven
Beef Pie
Homemade dough stuff ed with ground beef, onions, diced tomatoes, salt & our special allspice mix
Spanakopita (Veg)
Flakey organic philo dough stuff ed with feta cheese, spinach and onions
Spinach Pie (Veg)
Homemade dough stuff ed with fresh spinach, onions, lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper
Zaatar (Veg)
Blend of middle eastern herbs, toasted sesame seeds and olive oil. spread over our housemade dough and baked in our wood stone oven.
Beef Kafta (GF)
Ground beed mixed with garlic, onions, sauteed tomatoes and tahini sauce. Served with pita bread and basmati rice.
Chicken Kabob (GF)
Char-broiled chicken breast with sauteed onions, bell peppers and zucchini. Served with pita bread, tahini sauce and basmati rice.
Meat Trio (GF)
Chicken kabob pieces, beef kabob skewer with lamb shawarma, served with basmati rice, tahini sauce and pita bread
Shawarma Skillet (GF)
Your choice of chicken or lamb. Served with basmati rice, tahini sauce and pita bread.
Veggie Kabob (Veg, GF)
Zucchini, bell peppers, tomatoes and onions fried and seasoned with garlic pesto and lemon dressing. Served with pita bread, tahini sauce and pita bread.
Standard Online Ordering Schedule - From The Grill
Standard Online Ordering Schedule - Karam's Specials
Beef Kafta Burger
Seasoned ground beef, onions, sumac, parsley, grilled tomatoes, chipotle aioli sauce & creamy mozzarella cheese on a brioche bun. served with seasoned french fries
Falafel Burger (Veg)
Falafel patty topped with tomatoes, pickles, lebanese coleslaw, hummus, homemade tahini aioli sauced served on a brioche bun, served with seasoned french fries.
Nacho Fries
Fries, chicken shawarma, bell peppers, sauteed onions, mozzarella cheese with chipotle aioli sauce
Shawarma Fajita
Chicken shawarma, grilled veggies, tatziki, homemade chipotle aioli sauce served with basmati rice & tortilla bread our new favorite
Specialty Pizza
Homemade pita dough with creamy pesto sauce topped with mozzarella, feta cheese, veggies & chipotle aioli sauce
Beef Awarma (GF)
Minced ground beef on a bed of hummus with veggies drizzled with olive oil and pesto sauce. Served with pita bread.
Falafel Platter (V, GF)
Cripsy falafels, hummus, green salad with lemon dressing and tahini sauce. Served with pita bread.
Lamb Shank (GF)
Tender whole lamb shank served with tomato sauce, steamed veggies & basmati rice and pita bread
Mdardara Platter (V, GF)
Rice, lentils and caramelized onions with a side of cauliflower and tahini sauce. Served with pita bread.
Standard Online Ordering Schedule - Lebanese Dishes
Standard Online Ordering Schedule - Panini Wraps
Beef Kafta Wrap
Seasoned beef mixed with parsley, onions, and hummus topped with lettuce, tomatoes, parsley and tahini sauce. Served panini style.
Chicken Tawook Wrap
Seasoned chicken breast, crispy fries, hummus, pickles, lettuce and garlic sauce. Pressed panini style
Falafel Wrap
Hummus, falafels, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and parsley and tahini sauce. Pressed panini style.
Shawarma Panini
Chicken or lamb shawarma with lettuce, hummus, tomatoes, parsley and tahini sauce. Served panini style.
Coke
Classic, refreshing carbonated beverage.
Diet Coke
Drip Coffee
Fresh Brewed Iced Tea (Free Refills)
Ginger Beer
Refreshing, Sparkling Beverage with a Zesty Ginger Kick
Homemade Strawberry Lemonade (Soft Refills)
Hot Tea
Steaming, aromatic blend of finely selected tea leaves. Perfectly soothing.
Iced Mint Tea
Orange Juice
Classic citrus refreshment.
Soda Water
Effervescent, chilled sparkling beverage.
Sprite
Crisp, Refreshing Lemon-Lime Carbonated Drink
Tamarind Soda
Turkish Coffee
Rich, aromatic finely ground coffee, traditionally served with foam on top.
Arnold Palmer
Refreshing blend of iced tea and lemonade, a classic thirst quencher.
Jallab Soda
Rose Soda
Shirley Temple
Sparkling and refreshing mocktail with a delightful mix of soda and grenadine.
Standard Online Ordering Schedule - Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Standard Online Ordering Schedule - Desserts
Baklava
Flaky organic filo dough layered with sweetened walnuts and rosewater, topped with pistachios.
Halva
Lebanese deserts made with toasted sesame, tahini and rosewater. your choice of vanilla, almond or marbled.
Knafeh
A mixture of semolina flower soaked in rose water syrup, filled with mozzarella and ricotta cheese and pistachios.