Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant – Middle Eastern
The air at Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant is thick with the intoxicating aroma of toasted spices and succulent meats slow-roasting to golden perfection on glowing rotisseries. Guests are invited into a world of bold, sun-drenched flavors where tender, flame-kissed kebabs and juice-soaked shawarma are served alongside crisp, herb-flecked falafel and warm, pillowy breads. It is a vibrant culinary sanctuary that celebrates the timeless art of the grill, transforming traditional recipes into a soulful and deeply satisfying feast.
230 North 17th Street, Lincoln NE 68508 https://safaarestaurants.com/Rating: 5/5 (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, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant
Dairy-Free at Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant
Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant in Lincoln has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bean Soup, Tabbouleh Salad and Baba Ganoush. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant
Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant in Lincoln has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Spinach Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant
Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant in Lincoln has 16 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bean Soup, Falafel Sandwich and Tabbouleh Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant
Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant in Lincoln has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Kebab Plate, Chicken Tikka Sandwich and Chicken Kebab Plate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant
Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant in Lincoln has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Canned Coke Products. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant
Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant in Lincoln has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Canned Coke Products and Extra Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant
Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant in Lincoln has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant
Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant in Lincoln has 12 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bean Soup, Tabbouleh Salad and Baba Ganoush. 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 Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Combo for 6 (Family Platter) | 83.3 g | 101.2 g |
| Combo for 3 | 86.1 g | 72 g |
| Chicken Tikka Sandwich | 5.2 g | 58.3 g |
| Lamb Tikka Sandwich | 36.1 g | 36.8 g |
| Dolma Plate 8 Pcs | 23.5 g | 30.7 g |
| Lentil Soup | 53.8 g | 29.1 g |
| Beef Kebab Plate | 3.9 g | 28.3 g |
| Greek Salad | 5.7 g | 24.2 g |
| Chicken Shawarma Sandwich | 40.3 g | 23.9 g |
| Shawarma SAJ Plate | 70.5 g | 21.4 g |
| Hummus | 30.9 g | 20.5 g |
| Baba Ganoush | 39.9 g | 20 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its perfectly cooked entrees and ideal portion sizes, Safaa is a favorite for guests who appreciate a consistently high-quality dining experience. Diners rave about the cozy atmosphere that sets the
Menu
Plates
All plates come with hummus and a sauce of your choice!
- Chicken Shawarma Plate - $16.99: Tender chicken shawarma, salad, hummus, choice of sauce, optional pita bread or rice Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Shawarma Plate - $16.99: Beef shawarma, salad, homemade hummus, choice of sauce, optional pita bread or rice Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyro Plate - $14.99: Iraqi-style gyro, salad, feta cheese, tzatziki sauce, crispy fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Kebab Plate - $16.99: Three beef kebabs, salad, grilled tomato, hummus, choice of garlic or tzatziki sauce, pita bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kebab Plate - $16.99: Three chicken kebabs, salad, grilled tomato, hummus, choice of garlic or tzatziki sauce, pita bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Plate - $13.99: Six crispy falafels, hummus, baba ghanoush, salad, pita bread, choice of sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shawarma SAJ Plate - $13.99: Chicken or beef shawarma, cheese, fries, choice of sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka Plate - $16.99: Grilled chicken tikka skewers, grilled tomatoes, hummus, choice of sauce Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Tikka Plate - $20.99: Grilled lamb tikka skewers, grilled tomatoes, hummus, choice of sauce Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
All of our sandwiches are wrapped in a tortilla bread and machined pressed for that crispy taste!
- Kebab Sandwich - $10.99: Beef or chicken kebab, tortilla bread, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, red cabbage salad, choice of sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Sandwich - $9.99: Falafel, tortilla bread, hummus, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, choice of sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyro Sandwich - $10.99: Roasted beef and lamb, pita, tomato, lettuce, onion, tzatziki sauce Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Shawarma Sandwich - $10.99: Beef shawarma, lettuce, onions, red cabbage salad, choice of sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Shawarma Sandwich - $10.99: Chicken shawarma, tortilla bread, garlic sauce, tomatoes, lettuce, onions, red cabbage salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Tikka Sandwich - $10.99: Grilled lamb tikka, lettuce, onions, red cabbage salad, tomatoes, tortilla bread, garlic sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka Sandwich - $10.99: Flame-grilled chicken tikka, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, red cabbage salad, tortilla bread, garlic spread Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Specials
Our special dishes
- Kebab Over Rice - $16.99: Grilled beef and chicken kebab, saffron rice, salad, hummus, choice of sauce Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo for 2 - $35.99: 1 beef kebab, 1 chicken kebab, chicken tikka skewer, chicken shawarma, hummus, gyro, pita bread, salad, Iraqi rice Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo for 3 - $52.99: 3 beef kebab, 3 chicken kebab, 3 chicken tikka, chicken shawarma, rice, gyro, salad Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo for 6 (Family Platter) - $70.99: 3 beef kebabs, 3 chicken kebabs, 3 chicken tikka, rice, gyro, chicken shawarma, beef shawarma, 4 falafels, salad Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Borek Plate - $13.99: Spring rolls with spiced ground beef, cheese, and parsley Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kubba Plate - $16.99: Three deep-fried minced meat and rice/wheat morsels, hummus, baba ghanoush, salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dolma Plate 8 Pcs - $13.99: 8 stuffed grape leaves with rice and vegetables, salad, hummus or baba ghanoush, garlic sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
Homemade Iraqi soups made fresh daily
- Bean Soup - $6.99 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
- Spinach Soup - $6.99 Dietary tags: 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, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Soup - $6.99 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, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Okra Soup - $6.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
Our delicious sides and extras
- Hummus - $9.99: Served with pita bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baba Ganoush - $9.99: Served with pita bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $9.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tabbouleh Salad - $7.99: Parsley, mint, green onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, olive oil, lemon juice, bulgur wheat 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pita Bread - $0.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Extra Sauce - $1.25: Choice of Garlic or Tzatziki Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Desserts
Mouthwatering Middle Eastern Desserts
- Small Turkish Baklava - $2.49: Phyllo dough, crushed walnuts, sweet syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly
- Kunafa - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
Refreshing drinks
- Canned Coke Products - $1.99: Coke, Diet Coke Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Bottle Coke Products - $2.99: Coke, Diet Coke Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The Dolma Plate and Rice both accommodate multiple diets, including gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, and heart-healthy options.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports diverse diets including vegan, vegetarian, halal, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, mediterranean, high-protein, heart-healthy, and low-carb options.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a high-quality meal in the cozy atmosphere while sharing the highly-rated family platter or perfectly cooked shawarma plates.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data for Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant does not specify the total number of reviews.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided restaurant data for Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant does not include a specific physical address or location information.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Safaa is a budget-friendly ($) casual dining spot featuring a cozy atmosphere and a menu focused on traditional Middle Eastern plates.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant is a budget-friendly ($) establishment offering high-quality dining at an affordable price point.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Safaa stands out with a perfect 5.0/5 rating, offering budget-friendly Middle Eastern cuisine celebrated for ideal portions and high-quality entrees.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant has an overall average rating of 5.0/5.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant specializes in authentic Middle Eastern cuisine, featuring traditional dishes like shawarma, kebabs, falafel, and tikka plates.
- Is Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bean Soup, Tabbouleh Salad and Baba Ganoush.
- What can I eat at Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant on a dairy-free diet?
- Bean Soup, Tabbouleh Salad and Baba Ganoush carry the dairy-free tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant have vegan options?
- Yes. 12 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Bean Soup and Tabbouleh Salad.
- Is Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant 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 Safaa Middle Eastern Restaurant?
- Combo for 6 (Family Platter), at roughly 101.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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