Petra Cafe – Middle Eastern
This sun-drenched neighborhood gem invites guests into a space filled with the nourishing steam of slow-simmered soups and the inviting scent of toasted Mediterranean spices. The kitchen celebrates a rhythmic tradition of daily pairings, where vibrant platters of hand-rolled grape leaves and velvety hummus meet comforting bowls of split pea or lentil soup to create a soulful, restorative escape.
East Center Street, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701 https://thepetracafe.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, 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, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Petra Cafe
Dairy-Free at Petra Cafe
Petra Cafe in Fayetteville has 36 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Side Salad, Baba Ghanoush (8 oz) and Tabbouleh Side. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Petra Cafe
Petra Cafe in Fayetteville has 14 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Side Salad, Grape Leaves (9x12) and Kalamata Olives Side. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Petra Cafe
Petra Cafe in Fayetteville has 45 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Side Salad, Baba Ghanoush (8 oz) and Baklava. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Petra Cafe
Petra Cafe in Fayetteville has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Extra Feta Cheese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Petra Cafe
Petra Cafe in Fayetteville has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Extra Feta Cheese, Perrier and Soup (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Petra Cafe
Petra Cafe in Fayetteville has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Extra Feta Cheese, Extra Sauce and Perrier. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Petra Cafe
Petra Cafe in Fayetteville has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Soup (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Petra Cafe
Petra Cafe in Fayetteville has 27 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baba Ghanoush (8 oz), Tabbouleh Side and Baba Ghanoush (9x9). 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 Petra Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Foule Combo | 42.2 g | 38.1 g |
| Petra Platter | 27.9 g | 37.5 g |
| Super Sandwich | 40.2 g | 32.1 g |
| Falafil Sandwich | 71.2 g | 28.9 g |
| Extra Gyros Meat | 1.7 g | 27.1 g |
| Greek Salad | 5.7 g | 24.2 g |
| Extra Feta Cheese | 4.6 g | 22.3 g |
| Hummus (16 oz) | 0 g | 20.1 g |
| Grape Leaves Platter | 74.6 g | 19.9 g |
| Green Side Salad | 129 g | 17.6 g |
| Falafil Salad | 41.1 g | 16.6 g |
| Lunch Combo | 33 g | 12.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the savory dishes and perfectly sized portions, with many highlighting the consistently high quality of the flavors. Reviewers frequently praise the courteous and knowledgeable service, noting that the staff’s expertise makes for a seamless and well-informed dining experience. The pleasant environment and memorable atmosphere leave diners feeling thoroughly satisfied and impressed.
Menu
Daily Specials
Served with cup of soup (no substitutions)
- Monday Special: Petra Platter + Tomato Soup - $14.59: Petra Platter served with a cup of tomato soup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuesday Special: Foule Combo + Potato Soup - $14.59: Foule Combo served with a cup of potato soup Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wednesday Special: Mayo Platter + Split Pea Soup - $14.59: Mayo Platter served with a cup of split pea soup Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thursday Special: Hummus Plus + Many Bean Soup - $14.59: Hummus Plus served with a cup of many bean soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Friday Special: Grape Leaves Platter + Lentil Soup - $14.59: Grape Leaves Platter served with a cup of lentil soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Soup (Cup) - $5.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup (Bowl) - $7.39 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Platters
Served with Toasted Pita
- Petra Platter - $12.79: hummus, 3 falafil with tahini, baba banoush, and tabbouleh, served with toasted pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mayo Platter - $12.79: beef/lamb gyros or chicken gyros topped with taziki sauce, served with toasted pita and choice of two side items Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grape Leaves Platter - $12.79: six rice and herb stuffed grape leaves in tomato sauce, served with toasted pita and choice of side item Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus Plus - $12.79: large portion of hummus, 3 falafil with tahini, and a side of tabbouleh, served with toasted pita 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
- Foule Combo - $12.79: warm foule modammas paired with hummus, 3 falafil, tahini, and garlic sauce, served with toasted pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
Full sandwiches are made in a pita wrap and served with lettuce, red cabbage, cucumber, tomato, and onions
- Falafil Sandwich - $10.99: falafel crumbled into a bed of hummus, topped with lettuce, red cabbage, cucumber, tomato, onions, and tahini sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus Sandwich - $10.99: hummus topped with lettuce, red cabbage, cucumber, tomato, onions, tahini, and garlic sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Super Sandwich - $10.99: hummus, baba ganoush, tabbouleh, and falafel topped with lettuce, red cabbage, cucumber, tomato, onions, and tahini sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyros Sandwich - $10.99: sliced beef/lamb with taziki sauce, lettuce, red cabbage, cucumber, tomato, and onions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sandwich - $10.99: sliced chicken gyros with taziki sauce, lettuce, red cabbage, cucumber, tomato, and onions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lunch Combo - $12.59: includes a cup of soup, choice of full sandwich, and one side item Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: lunch
- Veggie Sandwich - $10.99: veggies and cheese with taziki on choice of white, wheat, or pita bread Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baba Ghanoush Sandwich - $10.99: baba ghanoush with veggies and tahini 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
- Grilled Cheese - $6.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Greek Salad - $12.99: greens topped with sliced cucumber, tomato, red cabbage, onion, house-marinated Kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Served with balsamic vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafil Salad - $12.99: hummus base, fresh greens, red cabbage, red onion, tomatoes, cucumber, more hummus, and falafel crumbles. Served with tahini and spiced garlic dressing. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides and Add-ons
- Foule Side - $5.59 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Tabbouleh Side - $5.59 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
- Baba Ghanoush Side - $5.59 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Side Salad - $5.59 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kalamata Olives Side - $5.59 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
- Grape Leaves (3) - $5.59 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
- Falafil (3) - $5.59 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Extra Gyros Meat - $4.59 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Extra Pita - $0.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Extra Feta Cheese - $0.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Atkins, South-Beach
- Extra Sauce - $0.99: green garlic, red garlic, home-made hot sauce, tahini, taziki, or balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
Desserts
- Baklava - $5.59 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Coffee - $2.99
- Coke Products - $2.99
- Juice - $2.99: orange and apple
- Hot Tea - $2.99
- Iced Tea - $2.99
- Perrier - $2.99 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Seasonal Lemonade - $3.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Turkish Coffee - $4.69
- Turkish Coffee and Baklava Combo - $7.79 Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium
Catering Options
- Hummus (8 oz) - $8.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus (16 oz) - $16.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus (9x9) - $39 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus (9x12) - $54 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tabbouleh (8 oz) - $8.99 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
- Tabbouleh (16 oz) - $16.99 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
- Tabbouleh (9x9) - $41 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tabbouleh (9x12) - $57 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baba Ghanoush (8 oz) - $9.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baba Ghanoush (16 oz) - $16.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baba Ghanoush (9x9) - $41 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baba Ghanoush (9x12) - $57 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Foule (8 oz) - $8.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Foule (16 oz) - $15.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Foule (9x9) - $41 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Foule (9x12) - $57 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Grape Leaves (9x9) - $47 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
- Grape Leaves (9x12) - $54 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
- Pita Bread (10 pack) - $11 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
Frequently Asked Questions about Petra Cafe
- Is Petra Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Petra Cafe has 36 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Side Salad, Baba Ghanoush (8 oz) and Tabbouleh Side.
- What can I eat at Petra Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Green Side Salad, Baba Ghanoush (8 oz) and Tabbouleh Side carry the dairy-free tag, out of 36 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Petra Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 27 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Baba Ghanoush (8 oz) and Tabbouleh Side.
- Is Petra Cafe gluten-free?
- 14 dishes are 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 Petra Cafe?
- Foule Combo, at roughly 38.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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