Papyrus – Middle Eastern
Papyrus transports diners to the sun-drenched streets of Cairo, where the air is thick with the inviting scent of toasted spices and simmering lentils. Guests gather over vibrant platters of zesty salata baladi and creamy, herb-infused bissara, eventually diving into bowls of hearty koshari that masterfully balance savory grains with the satisfying crunch of fried onions and a bold, tangy kick.
Danforth Avenue +16473523878 https://papyrusfood.caRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Papyrus
Dairy-Free at Papyrus
Papyrus in Jersey City has 15 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dokka, Salata Baladi and Bissara. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Papyrus
Papyrus in Jersey City has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Crunchy Cucumber Pickles. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Papyrus
Papyrus in Jersey City has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dokka, Salata Baladi and Bissara. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Papyrus
Papyrus in Jersey City has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including San Pellegrino Sparkling Water (250ml). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Papyrus
Papyrus in Jersey City has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including San Pellegrino Sparkling Water (250ml). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Papyrus
Papyrus in Jersey City has 18 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dokka, Salata Baladi and Bissara. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Papyrus
Papyrus in Jersey City has 21 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dokka, Salata Baladi and Bissara. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Papyrus
Papyrus in Jersey City has 8 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dokka, Salata Baladi and Bissara. 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 Papyrus
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Koshari Plate | 163.3 g | 40.5 g |
| Extra Caramelized Onions or Pine Nuts | 50.1 g | 32.9 g |
| Sharing Meal (per person) | 29.7 g | 28 g |
| Mixed Appetizer Platter | 46.9 g | 23.3 g |
| Ful Platter | 95.2 g | 16.6 g |
| Cheese Konafa | 46.2 g | 16.2 g |
| Tameya Platter | 22.9 g | 15.9 g |
| Dokka | 38.8 g | 9.9 g |
| Garlic or Regular Fries | 28.8 g | 3.2 g |
| Lentil Hummus | 1.6 g | 2.7 g |
| Coke | 1.2 g | 1.7 g |
| Stella Artois Lager | 0 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Praised for its friendly service and welcoming staff, guests at Papyrus appreciate the reliable food quality and adequate portion sizes. Reviewers highlight the comfortable atmosphere, noting that the relaxed pace makes it a suitable choice for those seeking a casual and approachable dining experience.
Menu
Appetizers
- Egyptian Lentil Soup - $10: Hearty home-style soup made with all natural ingredients. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dokka - $7: Sesame base mix with dried herbs, served with olive oil and side bread. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salata Baladi - $13: Traditional Egyptian vegetable salad tossed with a citrus-based dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Hummus - $8: Middle Eastern classic with pine nuts, served with side bread. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bissara - $14: Chilled bean and herb puree garnished with caramelized onions, served with side bread, lime wedges, and olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Missaka - $15: Eggplant in a tangy garlic tomato sauce, served with side bread and arugula. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Appetizer Platter - $21: Dokka, Bissara, Lentil Hummus and Cucumber Pickles, served with side bread. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Classic Koshari Plate - $18: Rice, lentils, pasta, bold tomato sauce, caramelized onions, and garnish. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Koshari Poutine - $18: Goat cheese, koshari sauce, caramelized onions, and side dakka garlic dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ful Platter - $18: Fava beans seasoned with lemons, limes, olive oil, and spices. Served with balsamic tehina, salata baladi, lentil hummus, and bread. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Tameya Platter - $17: Shelled fava beans ground with herbs and fried with sesame seeds. Served with balsamic tehina, salata baladi, lentil hummus, and bread. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Hawawshi - $17.5: Seasoned lean ground beef pressed and cooked inside baladi bread with arugula, pickles, spicy sauce, and balsamic tehina. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken and Goat Cheese Hawawshi - $17.5: Chicken and goat cheese seasoned with 15-ingredient mix, pressed and cooked inside baladi bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sharing Meal (per person) - $40: Selection of favorites: Dokka, Hummus, Pickles, Bissara, Salata Baladi, Bread, Ful, Tameya, and Koshari. Dietary tags: Halal, Mediterranean, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Garlic or Regular Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Extra Caramelized Onions or Pine Nuts - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Crunchy Cucumber Pickles - $4.99: Home-style crunchy cucumber pickles with a hint of garlic. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Cheese Konafa - $8: Vermicelli-like pastry stuffed with cheese, orange blossom, vanilla, and lemon. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Bird Nest Konafa - $7: Vermicelli-like pastry filled with whole pistachios. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Konafa Canadiana - $7: Canoe-shaped pastry layered with blueberries and hazelnuts. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Mastic Ice Cream with Pistachios - $7.5: Premium ice cream with mastic flavor and texture. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Saffron Rosewater Ice Cream - $7.5: Classic Persian flavor combination. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Bassbousa - $5: Classic Egyptian semolina moist cake. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Beverages
- Stella Artois Lager - $8: 330 ml
- Cleopatra’s Dream Cocktail - $12: Wine & Hibiscus Flower Iced Tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Karkade Iced Tea - $6: Hibiscus Flower Iced-Tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- San Pellegrino Sparkling Water (250ml) - $3.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Coke - $3
Frequently Asked Questions about Papyrus
- Is Papyrus dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Papyrus has 15 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dokka, Salata Baladi and Bissara.
- What can I eat at Papyrus on a dairy-free diet?
- Dokka, Salata Baladi and Bissara carry the dairy-free tag, out of 15 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Papyrus have vegan options?
- Yes. 18 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Dokka and Salata Baladi.
- Is Papyrus 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 Papyrus?
- Classic Koshari Plate, at roughly 40.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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