Al-Amir – Middle Eastern
Step into a vibrant sanctuary of Levantine hospitality where the air is thick with the savory aroma of spit-roasted shawarma and the earthy scent of toasted cumin. Guests gather around tables laden with silken hummus and smoky baba ghannooj, tearing warm pita to scoop up vibrant salads and hand-rolled grape leaves bursting with herb-infused rice. From the satisfying crunch of golden falafel to the charred perfection of kafta arayes, every dish celebrates the rich, time-honored flavors of the Middle East in a space that feels both timeless and welcoming.
223, Southwest Harvey Milk Street, Portland, 97204 +15032740010 https://www.alamirportland.com/0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Al-Amir
Dairy-Free at Al-Amir
Al-Amir in Portland has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baklawa and Vegetarian Maza Al-Amir. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Al-Amir
Al-Amir in Portland has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mohallabiyé. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Al-Amir
Al-Amir in Portland has 23 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetarian Maza Al-Amir, Knafé and Baba Ghannooj. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Al-Amir
Al-Amir in Portland has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baklawa, Shish Tawook and Knafé. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Al-Amir
Al-Amir in Portland has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Lebanese Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Al-Amir
Al-Amir in Portland has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lebanese Coffee and Shish Tawook. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Al-Amir
Al-Amir in Portland has 16 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Knafé, Baba Ghannooj and Tabooli. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Al-Amir
Al-Amir in Portland has 21 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetarian Maza Al-Amir, Knafé and Baba Ghannooj. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Al-Amir
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Kafta Kabob | 0 g | 32.9 g |
| Fattoush | 137.5 g | 29.1 g |
| Tabooli | 98.6 g | 28.2 g |
| Falafel | 36.4 g | 23.7 g |
| Baba Ghannooj | 21.3 g | 21.8 g |
| Baklawa | 50.3 g | 21.4 g |
| Hummus | 30.9 g | 20.5 g |
| Shish Tawook | 1.5 g | 20.5 g |
| Lebanese Tea | 15.8 g | 16.9 g |
| Veggie Warak Enab | 43.4 g | 15.6 g |
| Salata - Krydis | 51.3 g | 11.3 g |
| Salata - Jibne | 73.4 g | 11.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM - 11:30 PM
- Saturday
- 4:30 PM - 11:30 PM
- Sunday
- 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Starters
- Hummus - $9: Garbanzo beans blended with garlic, tahini, and lemon juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse
- Baba Ghannooj - $10: Charbroiled eggplant, smokey flavor, blended with garlic tahini, and lemon juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Juice-Cleanse
- Falafel - $10: Vegetable patties of garbanzo, fava beans, and a blend of Lebanese spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Khudar - $15: Sautéed cauliflowers, zucchinis, and carrots topped with garlic and tahini sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Shawarma with Hummus - $19: Platter of hummus topped with your choice of lamb or chicken shawarma Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kafta Arayes - $18: Seasoned ground beef mixed with parsley, onions, stuffed in pocket bread and grilled Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal
- Meat Warak Enab - $18: Grape leaves filled with seasoned ground beef, basmati rice, and chickpeas simmered with lemon, olive oil, garlic, and herbs
- Veggie Warak Enab - $16: Grape leaves filled with tomato, parsley, basmati rice, and chickpeas simmered with lemon, olive oil, garlic, and herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Al-Amir Sampler - $22: Platter of Hummus, Baba Ghannooj, Tabooli, Grape Leaves, and Falafel Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Salads
- Salata Al-Amir - $7: Lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, and parsley mixed with special garlic dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Fattoush - $12: Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, sumac, garlic, and toasted Lebanese bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Juice-Cleanse
- Tabooli - $10: Chopped parsley, dry mint, bulgur wheat, tomato, lemon juice, and olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Juice-Cleanse
- Salata - Dajaj - $19: Mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, and parsley with garlic dressing topped with grilled filet of chicken Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Salata - Krydis - $21: Mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, and parsley with garlic dressing topped with seasoned grilled shrimp Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Salata - Jibne - $12: Mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, and parsley with feta cheese and garlic dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
Dinner Entrées
All Entrées are served with Basmati Rice and Al Amir's special tomato sauce.
- Al-Amir's Special - $28: Roasted lamb shank on the bone and grilled fillet of chicken Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Shish Kabob - $21: Grilled cubes of lamb or beef marinated in special spices Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Shish Tawook - $20: Grilled cubes of tender chicken breast marinated in garlic, oil, and lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Kafta Kabob - $20: Grilled ground lean beef mixed with parsley, onions, and seasonings
- Krydis - $22: Grilled prawns marinated in lemon, herbs, and garlic Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Kharouf Mohammar - $24: Lamb seasoned and roasted over low fire, served with cucumber yogurt sauce
- Maza Al-Amir Lebanese Tour - $36: Hummus, Baba Ghannooj, Grape Leaves, Tabooli, and Falafel with choice of Chicken, Beef, Lamb, Kafta Kabob, or Kharouf
- Vegetable Shish Kabob - $18: Skewer of grilled cauliflower, zucchini, onion, pepper, and tomato Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline
- Khudar-Wa-Riz - $18: Sautéed cauliflower, zucchini, and carrots topped with garlic and tahini sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Vegetarian Maza Al-Amir - $32: Hummus, Baba Ghannooj, Warak Enab, Tabooli, and Falafel with choice of Vegetable Shish Kabob, Warak Enab, Khudar-Wa-Riz, or Batinjan Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium
Desserts
- Baklawa - $8: Phyllo pastry filled with walnuts and pistachio, moistened with syrup and orange blossom Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Soy Free
- Mohallabiyé - $7: Traditional Lebanese pudding flavored with syrup and orange blossom Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Soy Free
- Knafé - $10: Pastry layered with ricotta and mozzarella cheese, topped with syrup and orange blossom Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Juices - $4: Assorted selections
- Soft Drinks - $4: Assorted selections
- Standard Coffee - $4: Regular or Decaffeinated Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Lebanese Style Lemonade - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Lebanese Coffee - $4: Thick, dark, and brewed in a traditional brass pot Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Lebanese Tea - $4: Black tea, mint, anise and cardamom. Hot or iced Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Al-Amir
- Is Al-Amir dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Al-Amir has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baklawa and Vegetarian Maza Al-Amir.
- What can I eat at Al-Amir on a dairy-free diet?
- Baklawa and Vegetarian Maza Al-Amir carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Al-Amir have vegan options?
- Yes. 16 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Knafé and Baba Ghannooj.
- Is Al-Amir gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Al-Amir?
- Kafta Kabob, at roughly 32.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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