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Voted Best Chicken Shawarma in Tampa Bay (2024), Petra Restaurant on Kennedy Blvd in south Tampa Florida, is known for its authentic Mediterranean flavors and homestyle cooking. Located across from the University of Tampa, we serve up bold, satisfying dishes like our award-winning chicken shawarma wrap, paired with fragrant turmeric basmati rice. Whether you’re dining inside or enjoying our cozy covered patio, you’ll experience warm hospitality and halal-certified meals made with care. Join us for a true taste of Arabic tradition in the heart of Tampa.
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Address: 1118 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606
Phone: (813) 513-3000
Website: https://petratampa.com/
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Nazanin T.
I recently visited this Mediterranean restaurant and overall had a great experience. Their in house dishes like hummus, baba ghanoush, falafel, and fresh Arabic salad were absolutely delicious easily 5 stars!
You can really taste the freshness and quality in every bite.
The tabouli salad was also very good, definitely a solid 4.5 stars with fresh ingredients and great texture.
The only dish that disappointed me was the Fattoush salad. It was missing salt and sumac, and coming from a Lebanese restaurant, you really expect that classic flavor to shine. I would give it 1 star based on this visit, but hoping they improve it because the potential is there.
The hookah was around a 4-star experience. It was nice, but again, from a Lebanese place I expected a better setup and stronger overall presentation.
The outdoor seating was relaxing and enjoyable, making the whole atmosphere really pleasant.
Overall, it’s a nice place with great potential. If they fine tune a few things, especially the Fattoush and hookah setup, this could easily be a 5-star spot. I’d still recommend giving it a try for the food and vibes definitely worth the visit!
… moreYou can really taste the freshness and quality in every bite.
The tabouli salad was also very good, definitely a solid 4.5 stars with fresh ingredients and great texture.
The only dish that disappointed me was the Fattoush salad. It was missing salt and sumac, and coming from a Lebanese restaurant, you really expect that classic flavor to shine. I would give it 1 star based on this visit, but hoping they improve it because the potential is there.
The hookah was around a 4-star experience. It was nice, but again, from a Lebanese place I expected a better setup and stronger overall presentation.
The outdoor seating was relaxing and enjoyable, making the whole atmosphere really pleasant.
Overall, it’s a nice place with great potential. If they fine tune a few things, especially the Fattoush and hookah setup, this could easily be a 5-star spot. I’d still recommend giving it a try for the food and vibes definitely worth the visit!
Peter Chiarelli
Definitely great food! Really enjoyed this restaurant and would come back. Raya, our server, was wonderful. Got the humus and chicken kabobs! Garlic sauce was amazing.
… moreIBrandMedia Tony (Ibrand.Media)
This was my first time here. Food, service and ambiance were good. Would love to come back and try something new from the menu.
… moreMrkamraman Photography
Gourmet dining on fast food budget! Homemade clean food made freshly superb service. If you have not tried this place yet go do it and you will add to your rotation for sure. Friendly staff and a huge outdoor space on the back see the video.
… moredalton spivey
I went here for the first time with high hopes today, and honestly it’s been a very disappointing experience. I paid 15 dollars to wait 20 minutes for my food and this was my “shawarma sandwich” and Greek salad. I’ve eaten Mediterranean food weekly for the last 6 years and this just wasn’t it. My lamb sandwich had 4 small pieces of lamb in it and the salad tasted like leaves off a tree. I was hoping for a much better experience but from the food, to the pricing of the food, as well as the difficulty to find the front door from the parking lot, I will not be returning.
… moreBruce Young
Very causual atimohere. Good meditrain food. Server very friendy.
… moreKunwal Sehr
Mixed platter was fine but the chicken shawarma missed the mark…It wasnt grilled like it should be on a shawarma rotisserie.
… moreJedi
WOW! What a hidden gem!
In my opinion, you don’t come across places like this often. We stumbled upon it on a Saturday night, with only an hour left before closing, and decided to take a chance.
Atmosphere & Location:
The restaurant is charmingly tucked away behind a storefront, under a canopy adorned with warm, inviting lights. It has a hidden, almost secret feel, and you’ll need to park on the side of the building to find it. But once you see the cozy setup, you’ll feel like you’ve discovered something special.
Greeting & Service:
From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm hello, a friendly smile, and a welcoming tone. I asked if it was too late to dine in, and the hostess assured us it was perfectly fine. She was so attentive, regularly checking on us even as she managed other tasks for closing. It was clear they truly cared about their guests and wanted us to enjoy our evening without feeling rushed.
Menu & Food Quality:
The menu was packed with tempting options. My date chose the combination platter, perfect for sampling multiple dishes, while I ordered the lamb. We both couldn’t resist trying the Turkish coffee, and WOW—the flavors were outstanding! Every dish was an experience in itself, and each one exceeded our expectations. If you’re looking for an exceptional meal and warm environment, this is the spot.
Final Touches:
We ended up staying past their official closing time, but no one rushed us. They continued to check on us and let us enjoy our meal in peace. This level of hospitality is so rare and really left an impression on us.
Overall:
This place truly deserves 5 stars—a rare rating from me! I can’t recommend it highly enough for anyone, whether you’re dining solo, with family, or on a date. A truly memorable experience. 5 Stars!
… moreIn my opinion, you don’t come across places like this often. We stumbled upon it on a Saturday night, with only an hour left before closing, and decided to take a chance.
Atmosphere & Location:
The restaurant is charmingly tucked away behind a storefront, under a canopy adorned with warm, inviting lights. It has a hidden, almost secret feel, and you’ll need to park on the side of the building to find it. But once you see the cozy setup, you’ll feel like you’ve discovered something special.
Greeting & Service:
From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm hello, a friendly smile, and a welcoming tone. I asked if it was too late to dine in, and the hostess assured us it was perfectly fine. She was so attentive, regularly checking on us even as she managed other tasks for closing. It was clear they truly cared about their guests and wanted us to enjoy our evening without feeling rushed.
Menu & Food Quality:
The menu was packed with tempting options. My date chose the combination platter, perfect for sampling multiple dishes, while I ordered the lamb. We both couldn’t resist trying the Turkish coffee, and WOW—the flavors were outstanding! Every dish was an experience in itself, and each one exceeded our expectations. If you’re looking for an exceptional meal and warm environment, this is the spot.
Final Touches:
We ended up staying past their official closing time, but no one rushed us. They continued to check on us and let us enjoy our meal in peace. This level of hospitality is so rare and really left an impression on us.
Overall:
This place truly deserves 5 stars—a rare rating from me! I can’t recommend it highly enough for anyone, whether you’re dining solo, with family, or on a date. A truly memorable experience. 5 Stars!
Umar Abdullah
This used to be one of our favorite Mediterranean restaurants—until today! We love the outdoor seating, especially during winter. We always order the chicken tawook platter with rice and hummus, as well as the chicken shawarma. We choose the platter with rice because our 2-year-old enjoys it.
However, when we ordered the same platter today, the rice that came with it was severely undercooked and hard and very small in quantity compared to our last ordering experiences. It felt like they scraped the bottom of the pot to serve us that rice! I immediately notified the waiter (the short-haired guy) about the issue, but to my surprise, he defended it by claiming their rice is always like that.
I explained that we’ve ordered this platter many times before and never had this problem. He then asked for a spoon, moved a few grains of rice around, inspected them, and shrugged, saying, “They’re very good rice!” I couldn’t believe what had just happened.
I would give negative stars for today’s service. Usually, we love their food, service, and atmosphere. Last time, on Dec 8, we had a female waitress who was very cordial. That visit would have been 5 stars, but today’s experience deserves negative 5.
I hope the owners see my review and take corrective actions.
Note: The photos are from our Dec 8 visit, not from today.
… moreHowever, when we ordered the same platter today, the rice that came with it was severely undercooked and hard and very small in quantity compared to our last ordering experiences. It felt like they scraped the bottom of the pot to serve us that rice! I immediately notified the waiter (the short-haired guy) about the issue, but to my surprise, he defended it by claiming their rice is always like that.
I explained that we’ve ordered this platter many times before and never had this problem. He then asked for a spoon, moved a few grains of rice around, inspected them, and shrugged, saying, “They’re very good rice!” I couldn’t believe what had just happened.
I would give negative stars for today’s service. Usually, we love their food, service, and atmosphere. Last time, on Dec 8, we had a female waitress who was very cordial. That visit would have been 5 stars, but today’s experience deserves negative 5.
I hope the owners see my review and take corrective actions.
Note: The photos are from our Dec 8 visit, not from today.
Shanna White
Honestly, the level of service was unexpected and so refreshing. Everything was fresh and delicious. The Turkish coffee actually had a nice taste to it and paired amazingly with homemade baklava.
Parking lot to the side of the building and entrance thru the back or front. Plenty of vegetarian options.
10/10
… moreParking lot to the side of the building and entrance thru the back or front. Plenty of vegetarian options.
10/10