Karam Lebanese & Syrian Cuisine

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515 SW 4th Ave
Portland, OR 97204

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(503) 223-0830
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Karam Lebanese & Syrian Cuisine - Portland, OR
Karam Lebanese & Syrian Cuisine - Portland, OR
Karam Lebanese & Syrian Cuisine - Portland, OR
Karam Lebanese & Syrian Cuisine - Portland, OR
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Great Lebanese, love the garlic, lemon, and other flavors. Staff is friendly and my daughter likes the humus plate.

Worst

I went for a birthday dinner, portions were not enough for what you pay, and the flavors were nothing to make me go back again. Well, and the best part, after I left I wasn't feel...

New favorite restaurant 10/5/2011

It's always a promising sign when you're entering a restaurant for the first time as the people exiting are compelled to give you rave reviews about the place. That was the case with our first visit to Karam a couple of weeks ago. And both the food and the experience lived up to the praise. Our group ordered a pretty wide selection of items from the menu and everything was delicious. And the service was top-notch. The family who owns and runs the restaurant are welcoming, fun, generous, and just seem to be very, very nice folks. Karam will be a regular destination for us from now on. more
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A real Surprise! 11/21/2010

What a nice surprise! Last nite after the movies, we went to Karam. We are from Phoenix and are spending some time here in Portland. Someone suggested Karam, and we were delighted with their recommendation. It's not fancy. That's not important to us. We are far more impressed with the quality of the food than the ambience. Starting with the appetizers..taboule, mezza, including falafel, hummus, stuffed grape leaves and more, and onto the mezza meats or the lamb kebabs, we were all 4 very pleased with everything. We have decided to return next week with another group of friends. We did not have dessert, but am sure it would be good also. Very moderately, well priced. I highly recommend Karam. more
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A real Surprise! 11/20/2010

What a nice surprise! Last nite after the movies, we went to Karam. We are from Phoenix and are spending some time here in Portland. Someone suggested Karam, and we were delighted with their recommendation. It's not fancy. That's not important to us. We are far more impressed with the quality of the food than the ambience. Starting with the appetizers..taboule, mezza, including falafel, hummus, stuffed grape leaves and more, and onto the mezza meats or the lamb kebabs, we were all 4 very pleased with everything. We have decided to return next week with another group of friends. We did not have dessert, but am sure it would be good also. Very moderately, well priced. I highly recommend Karam. more
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Awful,got food poisoning!!! 10/2/2010

I went for a birthday dinner, portions were not enough for what you pay, and the flavors were nothing to make me go back again. Well, and the best part, after I left I wasn't feeling that great already and sure enough,ended up throwing up all night long! Awful ! they are so many great lebanese restaurants in town, choose another one, no this one!!! more
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Awful,got food poisoning!!! 10/1/2010

I went for a birthday dinner, portions were not enough for what you pay, and the flavors were nothing to make me go back again. Well, and the best part, after I left I wasn't feeling that great already and sure enough,ended up throwing up all night long! Awful ! they are so many great lebanese restaurants in town, choose another one, no this one!!! more
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Absolutely Fabulous! 8/27/2010

I love this place! The service is great, fast and friendly. The menu is extensive and the food is fresh and always tastes very good. Whenever we have guest to take out to dinner, we choose Karam's because we know the evening will be wonderful - good food, great service, warm and friendly staff - you can't go wrong when you choose Karams. Family and group friendly too! All this and you won't empty your pocketbook! more
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Absolutely Fabulous! 8/26/2010

I love this place! The service is great, fast and friendly. The menu is extensive and the food is fresh and always tastes very good. Whenever we have guest to take out to dinner, we choose Karam's because we know the evening will be wonderful - good food, great service, warm and friendly staff - you can't go wrong when you choose Karams. Family and group friendly too! All this and you won't empty your pocketbook! more
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At the top of my Portland restaurant list 7/26/2010

When we walked in about 1/4 of the tables were filled with middle-eastern patrons--good sign. I'm no expert on Lebanese food, but all we had was great. Clearly a family run establishment which cares about each table. Pros: Friendly service, great food, very resonable prices Cons: None more
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At the top of my Portland restaurant list 7/25/2010

When we walked in about 1/4 of the tables were filled with middle-eastern patrons--good sign. I'm no expert on Lebanese food, but all we had was great. Clearly a family run establishment which cares about each table. Pros: Friendly service, great food, very resonable prices Cons: None more
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Delicious Lebanese Food - Vegan Friendly, Too! 7/22/2010

A pretty place, with a family feeling to it; the owner was very welcoming and made recommendations when we asked; portions are generous. I had an okra stew, my friend had kibbeh, a traditional meet and grain entree. We shared an order of baba ganoush and a bottle of Lebanese Cabernet. Everything was flavorful and perfectly seasoned. The wine was marvelous. I have already made plans to go back. Check it out. Pros: Lots of menu choices, excellent wine, friendly service Cons: none more
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Delicious Lebanese Food - Vegan Friendly, Too! 7/21/2010

A pretty place, with a family feeling to it; the owner was very welcoming and made recommendations when we asked; portions are generous. I had an okra stew, my friend had kibbeh, a traditional meet and grain entree. We shared an order of baba ganoush and a bottle of Lebanese Cabernet. Everything was flavorful and perfectly seasoned. The wine was marvelous. I have already made plans to go back. Check it out. Pros: Lots of menu choices, excellent wine, friendly service Cons: none more
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Loved everything 7/19/2010

Love the food, the service, the atmosphere. One of my favorite places to dine. Pros: all Cons: none more
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Loved everything 7/19/2010

Love the food, the service, the atmosphere. One of my favorite places to dine. Pros: all Cons: none more
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Outstanding food and service 4/9/2010

Overall, a great place for lunch or dinner Pros: Great food, reasonable prices, super service Cons: Small venue, can have a wait sometimes more
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Outstanding food and service 4/8/2010

Overall, a great place for lunch or dinner Pros: Great food, reasonable prices, super service Cons: Small venue, can have a wait sometimes more
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Good Lebanese Food! 2/21/2010

makkim Provided by Partner
This is another good spot for Lebanese food. I’ve been here a few times and found the atmosphere quiet and serene. Although not my personal favorit... more
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Absolutely Amazing 12/7/2009

We live in Seattle and every time we come to Portland we eat at Karam. The food is absolutely delicious, the service is warm and attentive and the ambiance is inviting. The prices are amazingly reasonable. We can't recommend this restaurant highly enough! more
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Absolutely Amazing 12/6/2009

We live in Seattle and every time we come to Portland we eat at Karam. The food is absolutely delicious, the service is warm and attentive and the ambiance is inviting. The prices are amazingly reasonable. We can't recommend this restaurant highly enough! more
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best in town 10/21/2009

best middle eastern menu, great prices, and the most cheerful friendly staff more
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best in town 10/20/2009

best middle eastern menu, great prices, and the most cheerful friendly staff more
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Serving Authentic Lebanese Cuisine In Portland For Over 20 Years!

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  • Upscale restaurant serves Middle Eastern favorites like skewered beef, chicken and lamb; tabbouleh, hummus, grape leaves available as sides.

  • 3/13/2005 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: 11am-9pm Mon-Sat Happy Hour 2pm-6pm Mon-Fri
  • Neighborhoods: Downtown, Neighbors West - Northwest
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