Mediterranean Exploration Company
Mediterranean Restaurant$$$$
Portland
"Get the grilled octopus salad"(9 Tips)
"... i tried the hummus, shalosh, lamb chops, baked eggplant, octopus, and..."(3 Tips)
"Great falafel plate with delish dips, lamb chops were also great."(6 Tips)
"my first time trying lamb tartare!"(2 Tips)
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- Maram AlRashedNovember 25, 2016Every thing was amazing, i tried the hummus, shalosh, lamb chops, baked eggplant, octopus, and finally the olive oil date cake it was perfectly balanced dessert❤️
Cusp25September 24, 2014Start with the shalosh- a trip of Mediterranean spreads and pita. The pumpkin carrot and housemade labneh are terrific. And a Turkish delight
Anthony GomezJanuary 4, 2019Some of the best hummus I've ever had. Baked eggplant is ridiculous. Octopus is world class and the baklava is a cardomom explosion. Good wines, everything is fantastic!
Stewart McMannMarch 10, 2017Order everything..food is excellent and they have some fun cocktails too. Great place though a bit pretentious at times..they open at 5, so if you have early reservations..all food is put in at once
Andrew CNovember 29, 2015I highly recommend lamb or beef tartare, grilled octopus, lamb chops, and cardamom affogato. You can skip the brown butter cake, and Moroccan baked eggs.
ShayNovember 23, 2017Octopus, Meatballs, Labneh, Challah Bread... Mediterranean heaven for some foodie like me 🙏🏽 A must-try if you’re in Portland!
Christopher BuckleyJune 1, 2015Bacon-wrapped dates, Lebneh, skirt steak souvlaki with panna cotta & chocolate baklava for dessert... all with a couple glasses of retsina. 👌
- Robin SinghviSeptember 28, 2015Great falafel plate with delish dips, lamb chops were also great. Menu is rotating, so always fresh and interesting!
- Ingrid BorlandJuly 27, 2017Best hummus with mushrooms (I could bathe in this stuff) and my first time trying lamb tartare!
Amazing food. Chefs were fantastic. Ox tail was incredible. Can't speak highly enough of this place.
Melissa LimSeptember 3, 2015Get the chef's tasting menu. Easiest way to try a bunch of stuff at a reasonable price.
Mark MunroJuly 11, 2017Trendy spot with delicious, steamy pita bread. The labnah with fried cauliflower and grilled octopus are winners.
Don NunnMay 4, 2018Dishes are sized for sharing, so order several for the table and enjoy all the different flavors.
Steve HelmOctober 1, 2014Salmon carpaccio, melon salad, grilled octopus. All delicious and perfectly prepared.
- Cusp25September 24, 2014The cardamom ice cream affogato tastes like ras malai as it melts into the coffee- so good
Tom WolfsteinMarch 11, 2015Portions are fairly small, but the El Baboor is highly recommended, as is the lamb tartar.
Stephanie Anne McCarthy3 weeks agoClose your eyes & point: that thing will be an A+. Point again: another top-rated thing🕺🏻
Strongest pita game in Oregon. Order a bunch. Watch out. They're hot!
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A restaurant serving innovative cuisine from the eastern Mediterranean and beyond. Drawing from extensive research and travels to Israel and surrounding areas, the menu features exceptional plates that are culturally diverse yet cohesive.
Closed until 4:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 4:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 4:00 PM–11:00 PM
(503) 222-0906
View menu on http://mediterraneanexplorationcompany.com/menu
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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