Michael Pickard
Don’t miss this place! You will love the food!! ( It’s tucked into the Fork Forty Food Hall on State street.). All 3 of the plates we had were amazing – good portions – and soo so tasty!!! Had and highly recommend the Lamb Plate, Damascus Combo and Lamb Arabica with fries! Server was awesome/ great people skills – warm/friendly – great advice and always a smile (had braces on) and so kind! If in downtown Salem or visiting Willamette University- go check this out – you will be so glad you did!!!
… moreLarry Jacobsen
Lunch was fantastic! Damascus kitchen is inside the fork forty food court. Most lunch/dinner menu items are about $14-$20 per person. You will not walk away hungry as the portions are plentiful. Their version of Baklava is amazing! The food court is okay ish! The bathrooms are less than awesome. Toilet paper not in dispensers so everyone picks up the roll. The tables were not cleaned in the 1.5hrs we stayed. When we go back, we will order takeout instead. Overall, Damascus Kitchen is well worth going to!
… moreJoel Bourge
Sorry about the pic of the half eaten food. But this stuff was good enough for me to post after the fact.
Had the chicken shwarma wrap with fries. Was freakin bussin. Highly suggest this place. Their chicken was real flavorful, and had a good balance of tenderness and moistness. Fries were surprisingly crispy. And whatever the white sauce was, was freakin good. Hot sauce was good too
… moreJessica Culbertson
The food is fantastic, woth large portions. Definitely a value for your money. We got two Triple Meat Plates, and with the amount of food, we could have just shared one!
… moreHan Poonawala
Muhammad is an excellent host. Wraps came pretty quick. Tasted amazing. Good chat with the owner. Amazing customer service. Definite must when in Salem.❤️
… moreRoberto Castaneda
Honestly one of my new favorite spots. The beef is cooked perfectly how I like it, with a little charr. The portions are very decent, they dont skimp on the meat, and the food is absolutely delicious. Easily one of the best shawarma ive had. Something different yet familiar.
… moreMatt Berg
Since I was working in Monmouth over a year ago, I have been searching for a new place in Salem that provided Mediterranean cuisine.
While Damascus Kitchen was not a one-to-one comparison with the restaurant in Monmouth, what I found was excellent.
The staff was attentive and friendly. Despite giving me a beeper to come and get my food, they brought it directly to me instead after a very short wait.
After returning to my office I was pleased to find the clamshell with my lunch filled all the way to the lid with the Chicken Shwarma I ordered and a generous helping of fries. My only criticism would be that I wished they had used their Tzatiski sauce more liberally as I love the stuff.
In conclusion, not what I was looking for but also just what I wanted. Supurb.
… moreMegan Williamson
One of my favorite restaurants in Salem. My favorite is the falafel – never dry, always crispy and full of flavor. The hummus is some of the best I have ever had. Service is always prompt and friendly. Can’t recommend enough!
… moreShareef Hagag
Absolutely outstanding. Damascus Kitchen continues to deliver some of the best Middle Eastern food in Salem.
I ordered the beef wrap and lamb wrap combo with fries, and everything was on point. The wraps were generously filled, perfectly seasoned, and wrapped tight — tender, flavorful meat with fresh toppings and just the right balance of sauces. You can taste the quality and care in every bite.
The fries were a standout too — hot, crispy, and taken to the next level with the sauces drizzled on top. It’s the kind of combo that’s indulgent without being overwhelming, and incredibly satisfying.
Portion sizes are solid, flavors are authentic, and the food comes out fresh and fast. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or sitting down to enjoy it, Damascus Kitchen is consistently reliable and delicious.
… moreBassam
We travelled from Vancouver to Salem yesterday to try Damascus Kitchen. It surpassed my expectations, and I was thrilled with the authentic food and the original taste of everything. The cleanliness, the taste, the service, the atmosphere, the coziness of the place, all were 10/10. I recommend give them a try. They have just started two months ago. This is an amazing start up.
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