Reviews - Nicholas Lebanese Mediterranean Cuisine

Phenomenal! We went during a packed lunch rush and despite the busy day the servers were polite, helpful, and made the experience wonderful! And my goodness the... read more Phenomenal! We went during a packed lunch rush and despite the busy day the servers were polite, helpful, and made the experience wonderful! And my goodness the food, everything came out fast and was delicious. The kabob pizza is one of the best things I've had in a hot second. Easily a new favorite I'll be coming back to a lot. Zero complaints, a perfect lunch! Meal type: Lunch Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

I can't believe I haven't been here sooner! Everything was amazing! Nicest staff, great food and reasonable pricing! Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $10–20... read more I can't believe I haven't been here sooner! Everything was amazing! Nicest staff, great food and reasonable pricing! Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

The food is very good. We had fried cauliflower for an app, I had the Swarma plate and my girl friend had the lamb kabobs salad. They were both very good, my sw... read more The food is very good. We had fried cauliflower for an app, I had the Swarma plate and my girl friend had the lamb kabobs salad. They were both very good, my swarma was excellent. The lamb was a little over cooked (I know lamb is sometimes naturally a little more hearty than beef). I would go with chicken as my protein, they prepare it perfectly. We also got Turkish coffee and Knafeh Cheesecake that our table went nuts over. Its a little loud at times which would be my only critique, but for a plave that size it wasnt bad. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $10–20

Great food with huge portions! Also, a sidenote, it's great to find a Middle Eastern restaurant with feta made with goat's milk considering the majority of Midd... read more Great food with huge portions! Also, a sidenote, it's great to find a Middle Eastern restaurant with feta made with goat's milk considering the majority of Middle Eastern people are lactose intolerant. Thank you to the restaurant for that. The pita wasperfect, the hummus fresh, the baklava flaky and the salad crisp. I'll be visiting again and I recommend checking it out if youhaven't yet.

We have been going to Nicholas in Gresham since it opened this location (there?s another in Portland) in 2010. The team who runs this are friendly and welcoming... read more We have been going to Nicholas in Gresham since it opened this location (there?s another in Portland) in 2010. The team who runs this are friendly and welcoming. The food is amazing and is part of a renaissance of new and diverse restaurants coming toGresham in the past several years. Authentically Lebanese, we love everything on the menu. The pineapple daiquiris were themost popular cocktails for our group. We love the rice pudding for dessert. This location was just remodeled and we werefortunate enough to be invited to the re-opening party. It looks even more fabulous and inviting!

Wow first time we visited but definitely won't be the last.. Delicious food... Great menu Friendly service... We sat inside but there is outside seating.. The k... read more Wow first time we visited but definitely won't be the last.. Delicious food... Great menu Friendly service... We sat inside but there is outside seating.. The kabobs I had were amazing and my husband had the pizza ???? ???? 10/10 ?

Everything was fresh and phenomenal. The texture of the hummus and muhamra was silky smooth, the falafel was perfectly moist, and the toum was all kinds of fant... read more Everything was fresh and phenomenal. The texture of the hummus and muhamra was silky smooth, the falafel was perfectly moist, and the toum was all kinds of fantastic garlic goodness. I was hoping this place would be good, and it exceeded all of myexpectations. I overate and had zero room left for dessert (and still brought home leftovers! . I will definitely be back!

I had a wonderful birthday. I decided to come and eat at this restaurant for my birthday, and the food was superb. It was absolutely delicious. No other word to... read more I had a wonderful birthday. I decided to come and eat at this restaurant for my birthday, and the food was superb. It was absolutely delicious. No other word to describe it. The coffee off course was amazing. I?m not sure what spice was added to thecoffee, but it was delightful. Thank you.

We enjoyed the Arabian Breeze Mezza, the Veggie Kabob plate, baklava and a whole lot of fresh pita bread. We were in awe of the flavors of everything. Nicholas... read more We enjoyed the Arabian Breeze Mezza, the Veggie Kabob plate, baklava and a whole lot of fresh pita bread. We were in awe of the flavors of everything. Nicholas was one of our favorite spots and actually catered our wedding before we were vegan but I can honestly say the meal we had most recently was our favorite of all time.

I ordered Lebanese Lentil Soup and Arabian Breeze Mezza. The delicious soup is served with pita chips. The Arabian Breeze Mezza includes hummus, muhamra, carame... read more I ordered Lebanese Lentil Soup and Arabian Breeze Mezza. The delicious soup is served with pita chips. The Arabian Breeze Mezza includes hummus, muhamra, caramelized onions mixed with tahini, majadra, fried cauliflower, and falafel. It's a great way to try multiple items. Everything was flavorful, but not spicy. Tip: Don't order too much because they serve fresh, hot pita bread for free!

Some fantastic vegan options! Really wholesome and high quality ingredients, unique and very flavorful dishes. The red pepper hummus was fantastic so smooth and... read more Some fantastic vegan options! Really wholesome and high quality ingredients, unique and very flavorful dishes. The red pepper hummus was fantastic so smooth and packed with flavor. We also loved the vegan mezza and the veggie kebabs! So many delightful flavors and everything was prepared to perfection! However I would love to see a separate menu for vegans, just because it makes ordering easier for us. I am a Vegan Hospitality Consultant trained in High Impact Vegan Hospitality so if you'd like to become a  vegan friendly establishment, please contact me about a free strategy session! Plant based is the fastest culinary trend of our time and I help restaurants be prepared for this demand and thrive in the process. Thank you for reading and I hope I can be of help!

The vegan options are wonderful but that freshly baked pita bread is amazing! read more The vegan options are wonderful but that freshly baked pita bread is amazing!

Went there tonight. The vegan VGN choices are clearer on the online menu but still listed on the menu in the restaurant as well. Asked if the free bread is vega... read more Went there tonight. The vegan VGN choices are clearer on the online menu but still listed on the menu in the restaurant as well. Asked if the free bread is vegan and they said yes. I ordered tabbuli, baba ganoush, and m 'jadara and all were excellent very fresh tasting. Great, quick service. I wasn 't super hungry and had enough left overs for lunch tomorrow. Not very many choices in Gresham, will definitely be back! Updated from previous review on 2020-01-15

My absolute favorite restaurant! The food is always so fresh and delicious. It is a pretty busy restaurant but the staff is incredibly efficient and... read more My absolute favorite restaurant! The food is always so fresh and delicious. It is a pretty busy restaurant but the staff is incredibly efficient and...

Took a road trip from Seattle to Bend and was craving a mediterranean bowl and found this gem. I lived in Middle East for 10 years and this was the closest... read more Took a road trip from Seattle to Bend and was craving a mediterranean bowl and found this gem. I lived in Middle East for 10 years and this was the closest...

Great food, the portions are great, our server met all our needs. We went here on Valentine's Day waited 20 minutes at 6 pm. They have something for... read more Great food, the portions are great, our server met all our needs. We went here on Valentine's Day waited 20 minutes at 6 pm. They have something for...

I prefer to believe in incompetence over ill intent, and considering that this restaurant seems to be managed entirely by teenagers, I’ll stick with that assump... read more I prefer to believe in incompetence over ill intent, and considering that this restaurant seems to be managed entirely by teenagers, I’ll stick with that assumption. However, I was surprised by the lack of accountability from the staff and how quickly the “new girl” was blamed for the situation. Ultimately, we decided that we wouldn’t be returning to this location. It's disappointing to witness a business that seems to prioritize one group over another.

The food was incredible, with everything made by hand and absolutely delicious! The restaurant itself is beautiful, and the servers are wonderful. I can't wait... read more The food was incredible, with everything made by hand and absolutely delicious! The restaurant itself is beautiful, and the servers are wonderful. I can't wait for our next visit!

Most of the time, my sister would order a couple of entrées, taste a bit of everything and I would finish up her food (in addition to my order). But our Nichola... read more Most of the time, my sister would order a couple of entrées, taste a bit of everything and I would finish up her food (in addition to my order). But our Nicholas Restaurant experience is an exception she finished her big plate, and as she puts it 'Mmmmmmm.... this is exceptionally delectable. ' So last December we had our Nicholas Lebanese experience for lunch with family friends. We had to place our reservations a day before the actual day, as we were told the resto only accepts reservations a day before. Parking was easy, interiors and overall feel was homey, and the customer service was topnotch. Covid 10 precautions were also implemented, so we felt safe. Now to the best part the FOOD. We are visitors here in Gresham, but prior to our arrival, our host already sent us a loist places to go to, activities to experience, and restaurants to try. Nicholas is on the list. Every. Dish. On. The. Menu. Was. De licious. Fusion of flavors felt like a feast for my taste buds, and I am pretty sure I closed my eyes, saod Mhmmmmmm, and slowly chewed on on my beef shawarma dish. Tender meat, perfect blend of spices and herbs, and rice that is perfectly steamed and complementing. We all ordered different dishes, all in generous servings, and most of us left with clean plates and happy tummies. Desserts and coffee were just to good to say the least. Oh I am craving as I write this review. 5 stars for the total dining experience.

I had a wonderful birthday. I decided to come and eat at this restaurant for my birthday, and the food was superb. It was absolutely delicious. No other word to... read more I had a wonderful birthday. I decided to come and eat at this restaurant for my birthday, and the food was superb. It was absolutely delicious. No other word to describe it. The coffee off course was amazing. I’m not sure what spice was added to the coffee, but it was delightful. Thank you.

Absolutely amazing!! I had came to visit my sis at work and grab some food and drinks. The environment is super super chill and the food is amazing. My Server A... read more Absolutely amazing!! I had came to visit my sis at work and grab some food and drinks. The environment is super super chill and the food is amazing. My Server Ashley was super sweet! She always checked up on my table and gave me recommendations of different items on the menu. I had a few chicken skewers, and a couple beers. The Almaza beer is really really good. It's a Lebanon, Pilsner that sits at 4.2%. low-key a fancy restaurant, I will be back!

I'm not a typical diner here, my SO had the location picked for dinner, so I chose the Feta Mac and Cheese. Oh boy, what a mac cheese! The feta adds a little sa... read more I'm not a typical diner here, my SO had the location picked for dinner, so I chose the Feta Mac and Cheese. Oh boy, what a mac cheese! The feta adds a little salty, and changes a bit in the bake, and take on a wonderful texture, while keeping that sharp flavor all way through. Paired with perfectly cooked spiral pasta and a mild creamy sauce, quickly place it at the top of my PDX mac cheese list. Delicious! I should mention the hummus. If you only have one hummus in your lifetime, make it from this place.

Phenomenal food! Whether we're having date night, company, or any special occasion; 9 times out of 10, we drop by our favorite Mediterranean spot! The spices ar... read more Phenomenal food! Whether we're having date night, company, or any special occasion; 9 times out of 10, we drop by our favorite Mediterranean spot! The spices are always plentiful, the plates are generous, and the servers are talkative and wonderful. You owe it to yourself (and someone special in your life! , to stop by and have an amazing experience!

I ordered Lebanese lentil soup and Arab Breeze Mezza. The delicious soup is served with Pita chips. The Arabic Breeze Mezza includes hummus, muhamra, caramelize... read more I ordered Lebanese lentil soup and Arab Breeze Mezza. The delicious soup is served with Pita chips. The Arabic Breeze Mezza includes hummus, muhamra, caramelized onions mixed with tahini, majadra, fried cauliflower and falafel. It is a great way to try several articles. Everything was tasteful, but not spicy. Tip: Do not order too much because they serve fresh hot Pita bread for free!

Some fantastic vegan options! Really good looking and high quality ingredients, unique and very tasteful dishes. The red pepper hummus was fantastic so smooth a... read more Some fantastic vegan options! Really good looking and high quality ingredients, unique and very tasteful dishes. The red pepper hummus was fantastic so smooth and full of taste. We also loved the vegan mezzanine and the veggie kebabs! So many delightful aromas and everything was prepared for perfection! However, I would like to see a separate menu for vegans just because it makes the order easier for us. I am a Vegan Hospitality Consultant trained in High Impact Vegan Hospitality, so if you want to become a vegan friendly establishment, please contact me through a free strategy session! Plant-based is the fastest culinary trend of our time and I help prepare restaurants for this demand and thrive in this process. Thanks for reading and I hope I can help!

Tonight. The vegan VGN options are more clearly listed in the online menu, but also in the restaurant on the menu. Asked if the free bread is vegan and they sai... read more Tonight. The vegan VGN options are more clearly listed in the online menu, but also in the restaurant on the menu. Asked if the free bread is vegan and they said yes. I ordered tabbuli, baba ganoush, and m 'jadara and all were excellently fresh tasting. Great, quick service. I wasn't super hungry and had enough overtime for lunch tomorrow. Not very many decisions in Gresham, will definitely be back! Updated by previous review on 2020-01-15

Have only eaten here once, but look forward to going back again for sure. My friend and I ate every vegan option we could find, and there were many clearly labe... read more Have only eaten here once, but look forward to going back again for sure. My friend and I ate every vegan option we could find, and there were many clearly labeled on the menu. The food is rich, authentic and delicious and the setting and service really set the mood. The fare is pretty standard, but there is nothing standard about the depth of flavours, really excellent vegetarian food here.

We have been visiting Nicholas in Gresham since it opened in 2010 (there's another location in Portland). The team running the place is friendly and welcoming.... read more We have been visiting Nicholas in Gresham since it opened in 2010 (there's another location in Portland). The team running the place is friendly and welcoming. The food is exceptional and part of a renaissance of new, diverse restaurants that have recently come to Gresham. It's authentic Lebanese cuisine, and we enjoy everything on the menu. The pineapple daiquiris were the biggest hit among our group. For dessert, we absolutely love the rice pudding. The restaurant has been beautifully remodeled, and we were fortunate enough to be invited to the reopening party. It looks even more fabulous and inviting!