Cafe Petra – Middle Eastern
Step into a sun-drenched sanctuary where the air is thick with the earthy fragrance of toasted zatar and the savory sizzle of golden fried cheese. Tables are adorned with vibrant spreads of velvet-smooth hummus and smoky baba ganoush, inviting guests to linger over hand-rolled grape leaves and crisp, herb-flecked falafel. Each bite offers a mosaic of Mediterranean textures, from the delicate crunch of a spinach pie to the hearty, spiced depth of traditional kibbi, creating a communal feast that feels both timeless and deeply comforting.
5712 Commerce Street, Saint Francisville LA 70775 https://stfrancisville.cafe-petra.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, pescatarian, mediterranean, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, sugar-free, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, tlc, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the incredible pizza and its beautiful presentation, frequently noting that the flavors leave them thoroughly satisfied. Guests love the cozy atmosphere that enhances the overall experience, while reviewers highlight the professional service and helpful menu recommendations provided by the attentive staff.
Menu
Appetizers
- Hummus - $14.95: Pureed chickpeas with tahini, lemon juice, and garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Fried Cheese - $14.95
- Mediterranean Hummus - $14.95: Hummus topped with tomatoes, sundried tomatoes, olives, pickled garlic, feta cheese and olive oil
- Vegetarian Grape Leaves - $14.95: 6 pieces
- Falafel - $14.95: 6 pieces
- Spinach Pie - $14.95: 2 pieces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Zatar - $14.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean
- Petra Pickles - $14.95
- Kibbi - $14.95
- Baba Ganoush - $14.95: Roasted eggplant dip
- Grecian Sauce - $14.95: Puréed cucumber, sour cream, and special sauce
- Eggplant Moussaka - $14.95: Baked eggplant with sautéed vegetables
Soups & Salads
- Adas-Lentils Soup - $14.95
- Cajun Shrimp Soup - $14.95: Tomato & cilantro based with vermicelli pasta and chick peas (Spicy)
- Fattoush Salad - $14.95
- Feta Cheese Salad - $14.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Sandwiches
- Chicken Shawarma Sandwich - $14.95: Chicken Shawarma wrapped inside pita bread dressed with Tzatziki sauce, lettuce, and tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean
- Gyro Sandwich - $14.95: Gyro meat wrapped inside pita bread dressed with Tzatziki sauce, onion, and tomato
- Combo Sandwich - $14.95: Chicken Shawarma and Gyro Sandwich
- Falafel Sandwich - $14.95: With tahini sauce, lettuce, and tomato
- Petra Sandwich - $14.95: Large thin pita stuffed with chicken shawarma, house dip, and homemade Arabic pickles. Served with salad, fries, and house dip
- Chicken Kebab Sandwich - $14.95
- Kafta Sandwich - $14.95
Burgers
- The Original Cheese Burger - $14.95: Served with fries
- Mushroom Swiss Burger - $14.95: Served with fries
Favorites
- Chicken Shawarma Plate - $16.95: Roasted chicken breast thinly sliced and marinated with garlic, olive oil & spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Gyro Plate - $16.95: A blend of lamb and beef thinly sliced Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean
- Combination Plate - $17.95: Chicken and Gyro
- Chicken or Gyro Feta Salad - $14.95
- Chicken/Gyro Feta Combo Salad - $15.95
- Chicken or Gyro Fattoush Salad - $14.95
- Chicken/Gyro Fattoush Combo Salad - $15.95
- Lamb Shank - $21.95: Bone in lamb shank served over rice
- Meza Sampler (1 Person) - $25.95: Sampler of chicken, gyro, grape leaves, hummus, falafel, baba ganoush and salad
- Meat Moussaka Plate - $18.95: Layered potatoes, eggplant and ground meat topped with bechamel cheese sauce
- Petra Chicken - $19.95: Chicken breast cooked with middle eastern spices, onions and bell peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Kabobs From the Grill
- Beef Kabob - $19.95: Served with hummus, rice, and salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean
- Chicken Kabob - $17.95: Served with hummus, rice, and salad
- Beef Kafta Kabob - $17.95: Served with hummus, rice, and salad
- Shrimp Kabob - $19.95: Served with hummus, rice, and salad
- Combo Kabob - $23.95: Combination of chicken, beef, and kafta kabobs
Seafood & Pasta
- Shrimp Pasta - $18.95: Alfredo sauce with sundried tomatoes
- Chicken or Gyro Shawarma Pasta - $17.95: Alfredo sauce with sundried tomatoes
- Combination Chicken Shawarma/Gyro Pasta - $18.95: Alfredo sauce with sundried tomatoes
- Petra Seafood - $29.95: Baked red fish or tilapia topped with roasted potato on a tomato medley with crabmeat and shrimp. Served with rice, hummus and salad
- Shrimp Scampi - $19.95: Jumbo Shrimp cooked with onions, garlic, bell pepper and mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Red Fish - $21.95: Topped with sautéed mushrooms with hummus, rice and salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean
- Southern Style Fish - $23.95: Red Fish topped with mushrooms, diced bell pepper and onion served with hummus, rice and salad (choice of cream sauce or lemon butter sauce)
- Petra Fish - $17.95
Vegetarian
- Vegetarian Plate - $17.95: Choose 5: Eggplant, Spinach Pie, Hummus, Grape Leaves, Falafel, Baba Ghanoush, Rice. Salad included.
Kids' Plates
- Kids Hamburger - $8.95: With French fries or rice
- Kids Chicken Shawarma - $8.95: With French fries or rice
- Kids Gyro - $8.95: With French fries or rice
- Kids Chicken Tenders - $8.95: With French fries
Side Orders
- Grecian Sauce Side - $1.95
- Pita Bread (1) - $0.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Wheat Pita - $0.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean
- Feta Cheese Side - $1.95
- Olives Side - $1.95
- Side Salad - $3.95
- French Fries - $3.95
- Rice - $3.95
Desserts
- Chocolate Cake Mousse - $6.95
- Tiramisu Coffee Cake - $6.95
- Baklava - $3.95: Flaky pastry with walnuts, simple syrup and pistachios
- Ashta - $5.95: Phyllo dough with sweet pudding center Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Turtle Cheesecake - $6.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean
Beverages
- Lebanese Tea - $14.95
- Sweet Tea - $14.95
- Unsweet Tea - $14.95
- Coke Products - $14.95
- Community Coffee - $14.95
- Arabic Coffee - $14.95
- Fresh Mango Juice - $14.95: No refills
- Mimosas - $14.95: 2 for 1 special (Sunday 11am-2pm)