Portland/ Food & Drinks
Published on May 11, 2020
Portland's 4 favorite spots to find cheap Mediterranean foodPhoto: Grill on the Go/Yelp

In search of a new favorite Mediterranean spot?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Mediterranean restaurants around Portland, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're on the hunt.

1. Grab A Gyro

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Topping the list is Grab A Gyro. Located at 9055 S.W. Barbur Blvd. in Multnomah, the Mediterranean and halal spot is the highest-rated inexpensive Mediterranean restaurant in Portland, boasting 4.5 stars out of 286 reviews on Yelp.

In terms of signature items, this spot serves up gyros, kebabs, grape leaves, samosas and hummus, as well as baklava.

2. Egyptian Bros

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Next up is Buckman's Egyptian Bros, situated at 113 S.E. 28th Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 137 reviews on Yelp, the Mediterranean and Egyptian spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option. 

The eatery offers chicken gyros, beef shawarma and fish sandwiches, in addition to lamb, chicken and kofta platters.

3. Riyadh's Lebanese Restaurant

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Hosford-Abernethy's Riyadh's Lebanese Restaurant, located at 1318 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the affordable Lebanese and Mediterranean spot four stars out of 362 reviews. 

"Riyadh's Lebanese Restaurant has a large variety of Middle Eastern dishes that have been created from traditional family recipes," it notes on Yelp. "Open for lunch and dinner, Riyadh's has great portions and a large variety of delicious vegetarian and vegan options. You can expect the freshest ingredients, select cuts of meat and freshly baked breads."

4. Grill on the Go

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Grill on the Go, a Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Greek spot in Hazelwood, is another much-loved, affordable go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 103 Yelp reviews. Head over to 10175 S.E. Stark St. to see for yourself. 

Stop by for falafel, baba ganoush, Greek salads and shawarmas.

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