DarSalam – Middle Eastern
DarSalam invites diners into a vibrant sanctuary where the air is perfumed with toasted spices and the warmth of Middle Eastern hospitality. Velvety swirls of hummus and beet-infused laban share the table with zesty pickled mango and herb-flecked salads, celebrating the bold, sun-drenched flavors of Iraq. Every meal feels like a soulful communal feast, offering a journey through traditional recipes that balance earthy grains and cooling yogurts in a space that feels both timeless and inviting.
320, Southwest Alder Street, Portland, OR, 97204 +15034447813 https://darsalamrestaurant.com/0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, low-carb, high-protein, keto, halal, mediterranean, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, diabetic, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, low-sodium, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, raw-food, renal, carnivore, aip, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, macrobiotic, pegan, candida, lectin-free, sirtfood
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
- Hummus - $13: Chickpeas blended with tahini, lemon, and garlic, garnished with paprika. 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, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Tahziki - $13: Rich yogurt mixed with garlic, cucumber, lemon, and garnished with parsley. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic
- Baba Ghanoush - $14.5: Roasted eggplant ground with tahini, garlic, and lemon juice, garnished with parsley. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Chickpea Pickled Mango - $14.5: Chickpeas mixed with pickled mangos, fresh tomatoes, and parsley. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Beet Laban - $14.5: Tender beets mixed with yogurt and lemon, garnished with parsley. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free
- Adis Soup - $10.5: Slow-cooked red lentils blended with rich curry and turmeric spices into a creamy soup. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Mediterranean Salad - $16: Crisp romaine lettuce tossed with cucumber, tomato, olives, feta cheese, and our house dressing. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Tabouli - $14.5: Finely chopped parsley mixed with onions, tomatoes, quinoa, fresh lemon juice, and olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Sirtfood
- Iraqi Salad - $14.5: Fresh cucumber, tomato, onion, and parsley tossed in olive oil, and topped with lemon juice.
- Ishtar Salad - $14.5: Falafel pieces and lettuce topped with tomato and onion, drizzled with olive oil and hummus. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Mixed Grill - $29.75: Chicken kabob and Iraqi sheesh beef kabob served with grilled onions and tomatoes with choice of pita or veggie sticks. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Iraqi Shish Kabob Plate - $29.75: Two grilled ground beef shish kabobs, served with grilled onions and tomatoes with choice of pita or veggies. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Lamb Shank - $37: Slow-cooked lamb shank served with basmati rice and a side of eggplant stew. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- Golden Pompano Zubede Fish - $37.5: Whole Golden Pompano fish grilled in a salted curry paste. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- Lamb Stew Khema - $27.5: Chickpea stew mixed with lamb served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber
- Shredded Lamb Rice Plate - $28: Bed of basmati rice served with a side of slow-cooked chickpea stew with shredded lamb. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Kabob Rice Plate - $27.5: Grilled chicken kabob served over basmati rice with a side of slow-cooked chickpea stew. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Shawarma Rice Plate - $26.5: A bed of basmati rice served with a side of slow-cooked chickpea stew with chicken shawarma. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, High-Fiber
- Mixed Dolma - $26.5: Two grape leaf dolma and two Iraqi-style onion dolma stuffed with rice, diced vegetables, and spices. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Falafel Rice Plate - $25.5: 3 falafels served over basmati rice with a side of slow-cooked chickpea stew. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Eggplant Stew Rice Plate - $23.5: Eggplant, diced potato, onion, tomato, bell pepper, and pomegranate juice served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Chickpea Stew Rice Plate - $22.5: Chickpeas, tomatoes, sautéed onions, and a hint of cardamom served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Falafel Wrap - $16: Flat bread wrapped around lettuce, tomato, onion, with a tahini sauce and falafel. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Beef Wrap - $17.5: Flat bread wrapped around lettuce, tomato, onion, with a tahini sauce and beef. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Falafel Mezza Platter - $25.5: Three falafels served with hummus, baba ghanoush, tahziki, and choice of pita or veggies. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Vegan Falafel Mezza Platter - $26.5: 3 falafels, hummus, baba ghanoush, chickpea pickled mango salad, and choice of pita or veggie sticks. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Kabob Mezza Platter - $28.5: Chicken Kabob, hummus, baba ghanoush, tahziki, and choice of pita or veggie sticks. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Date Roll - $4.5: Tender dates wrapped around walnuts, rolled in coconut flakes and drizzled with date syrup. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Baklava - $7.5: Roasted pistachios layered in golden, flaky phyllo dough, drizzled with date syrup. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Kunafah - $10.5: Warm pastry of shredded wheat noodles soaked in sweet rose syrup with Middle Eastern cheese and pistachios. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Dibs w’ Rashi - $7.5: Creamy tahini blended with rich date syrup, served with warm pita bread. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Gluten-Free IPA - $7.5
- Break Side IPA - $6.5
- Non-Alcoholic Beer - $6
- Red Wine by Glass - $9.5
- White Wine by Glass - $9.5
- Champagne by Glass - $9
- Iraqi Beer - $7.5: Iraqi pilsner infused with rose water and cardamom.
- Ksara Le Prieure Bottle - $40: Red Blend of Grenache, Carignan, Mourvèdre, and Cabernet Sauvignon.
- Ksara Blanc De Blancs Bottle - $40: Blending of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon.
- Cardamom Gimlet - $13.5: House-infused cardamom gin.
- Beet Margarita - $14.5: House-made beet juice and tequila.
- Arak - $12.5: Traditional drink made from grapes and anise seeds.
- Mint Vodka Sour - $13.5: House-infused mint vodka and fresh lemon juice.
- Old Fashioned Thyme - $12.5: Classic old-fashioned with house-infused whiskey.
- La Vie En Rose - $13.5: Pomegranate liquor, rose water, bitters, and champagne.
- Arab Coffee - $3.75: Rich, thick dark coffee with a hint of cardamom.
- Hot Tea - $3.75: Black Ceylon Tea with a hint of cardamom.
- Iced Tea - $3.5
- Mint Lemonade - $4.5: Lemon with mint and rose water.
- Mango Nectar - $4.5: Mango and rose water.
- Soda - $3.5: Coke, Diet Coke, & Sprite
- Extra Bread - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- Extra Veggie Sticks - $2 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Add Three Falafel - $8.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb
- Add Chicken Shawarma - $10.25
- Add Shredded Lamb - $12.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free