Damascena - Birmingham City Centre delivery from Birmingham City Centre

About Damascena - Birmingham City Centre
Loved by critics and locals alike, Damascena's award-winning Syrian cuisine and coffee has built it a reputation as one of Birmingham's best spots. Regulars recommend their fragrant house speciality Kibbeh Makliya and their Turkish Coffee! This Site is Halal. حلال
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Damascena Chicken Shawarma Arabiya
£16.95
Chicken Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
£8.25
Lamb & Beef Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
£8.45
Harrira Soup (Not Gluten Free)
£7.45
Batata Hara (Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
£6.85
Lemon Zest Chicken Baguette
£8.50
Damascena Lamb & Beef Shawarma Arabiya
£17.85
Musakhan Rolls (N)
£7.95
Damascena Fuul (Ve) (Make it Gluten free)
£7.75
Kibbeh Makliya (N)
£8.45

Breakfast

Damascena Breakfast Meze (Make it Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
Crisp falafel balls, choice of dip (see dips), choice of fuul (see fuuls), juz-muz Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£19.95
Vegetarian
Falafel (Ve) (GF)
8 falafels crammed with chickpeas, garlic, and parsley. V. GF.
£5.95
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Baked Egg Manageesh
Eggs, cheese and herbs served on top of freshly baked manageesh. V.
£6.95
Vegetarian
Smoked Salami and Cheese Manageesh
Smoked beef salami and cheese on top of freshly baked manageesh.
£6.45
Halal
Cheese Toastie (V) (S)
Fragrant za’atar coated bread toasted with a cheese filling.
£5.95
Ijjah Omelette (Contains Gluten)
Oven-baked parsley ijjah omelette.
£7.45
Vegetarian
Egg on Avocado
Tangy avocado mashed on toasted bread and topped with a fried egg, chilli flakes, and sumac.
£7.65
Original Juz-Muz Scrambled (Gluten Free)
Scrambled Eggs, cooked with tomatoes, fresh cillies and onions.FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISHFlat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£8.85
Vegetarian
Sausage or Salami Juz-Muz (Make it Gluten Free)
Baked Eggs, cooked with tomatoes, fresh cillies and onions.FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£8.85
Vegetarian

Wraps and Sandwiches

Eat your heart out.

Chicken Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
Marinated strips of chicken, home-made garlic dressing and gherkins.
£8.25
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Lamb & Beef Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
Marinated strips of lamb & beef, home-made garlic dressing and gherkins.
£8.45
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Lemon Zest Chicken Baguette
Tangy chicken dressed in paprika, chilli flakes and lemon zest, accompanied by red cabbage, red onion, pickles, and garlic dressing.
£8.50
Damascena Falafel Flatbread Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Flatbread packed with falafels, parsley, tomatoes, red onion, rocket, pickled turnips and tahini yoghurt sauce
£7.95
Makali Flatbread Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Garlic dressing lavished over aubergine, potato courgette and cauliflower, topped with cheese, tomato and pickled gherkins
£7.75
Lahm Bi'Ajeen Flatbread Wrap
Freshly baked flatbread wrapped over spiced lamb mince, fresh parsley and red onion; dressed with mixed herbs and pomegranate molasses.
£7.25
Grilled Halloumi Wrap (V)
Grilled halloumi, fresh mint, sweet bell pepper and a pomegranate molasses dressing
£7.75
Classic Falafel Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Fresh falafels, tahini yoghurt sauce, parsley, pickled turnips and tomatoes.
£7.75
Salmon and soft cheese bagel
Salmon, rocket, and soft cheese.
£6.65
Tuna Ciabatta
Tuna mayonnaise, sweet bell pepper, red onion, and olives.
£5.95

Straight out of the oven and meze

Straight Out of the Oven Meze - Prepare to fall in love.

Lahm Bi’ajeen Platter
Two lahm bi’ajeen with fattuush salad, pickles and olives and a choice of hummus or baba ghanuuj.
£18.95
Halal
Extra Flatbread
Contains gluten
£0.20
Halal

Individuals and meze dishes

Individual and Meze Dishes - Share, taste, feast.

Fried Halloumi Platter (V) (Make it Gluten Free)
Fried halloumi, batata hara potatoes and rocket salad. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISHFlat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£9.85
Vegetarian
Kibbeh Makliya (N)
Bulgur wheat croquettes stuffed with lamb mince, pomegranate molasses, sumac, walnuts and a delicious herb mix. Served with mint yoghurt. Allergen: N.
£8.45
Halal
Appetiser Meze (Ve) (Make it Gluten Free) (S)
Classic hummus, avocado hummus, baba ghanuuj, batata hara and vine leaves. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISHFlat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£15.95
Halal
Batata Hara (Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
Chilli potatoes with a hint of paprika. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISHFlat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£6.85
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Mixed Meza (V) (Make it Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
Crunchy falafels, choice of fuul (see fuuls), choice of dip, and a fattuush salad. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISHFlat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£18.45
Halal
Falafel Platter (Make it Gluten Free) (S)
Fresh crispy falafels FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISHFlat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£9.25
Vegan
Musakhan Rolls (N)
Three mini grilled tortilla wraps filled in a traditional musakhan mix of onions, chicken and roasted almonds, served with Damascena pink sauce.
£7.95
Vine Leaves (Ve) (GF)
Delicate vine leaves stuffed with herbaceous rice
£5.25
Vegan
Fatt'eh (S) (N) (Make it Nut Free) (Make it Gluten free)
Lamb mince and pine nuts piled on top of crispy flatbread, croutons, chickpeas, tahina yoghurt sauce, garlic, ghee and lemon. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISHFlat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£9.45
Halal
Vegan Mushroom Kibbeh (N)
Bulgur wheat croquettes stuffed with a special mushroom mix, chilli flakes, walnuts, and herbs.
£8.45
Grilled Halloumi (V) (Make it Gluten Free)
Grilled halloumi with a garnish of rocket salad. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISHFlat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£9.85
Vegetarian
Tahina Kofta (Make it Gluten Free) (S)
(Option to serve without tahini yoghurt sauce). Minced Lamb, fresh parsley and mixed herbs topped with tahina yoghurt sauceFLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISHFlat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£9.95
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House Specialities

The best of the best.

Damascena Chicken Shawarma Arabiya
Shawarma seasoned chicken, crunchy salad, home-made garlic dressing and pickles all wrapped up in a flatbread. Served with a side of batata hara potatoes and salad.
£16.95
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Damascena Lamb & Beef Shawarma Arabiya
Shawarma seasoned lamb & beef, crunchy salad, home-made garlic dressing and pickles wrapped up in a flatbread. Served with a side of batata hara potatoes and salad. Allergens: Eggs and gluten.
£17.85
Halal
Hummus Shawarma (S)
Classic hummus topped with "lamb & beef" or "chicken" shawarma. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISHFlat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£9.25
Halal

Warming Fuul

Ever fuul thing.

Damascena Fuul (Ve) (Make it Gluten free)
Slow-cooked fava beans with tomatoes, onions, garlic and fresh chillies. Topped with extra-virgin olive oi. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISHFlat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options). VG.
£7.75
Vegan
Fuul Medames (Make it Gluten Free) (S)
Fava beans, chickpeas, tomato, parsley, tahina yoghurt sauce, garlic, lemon and extra-virgin olive oil.FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options). Allergens: S. V.
£7.75
Vegetarian
Fuul Mahroos (Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
Fava beans with sweet bell peppers, fresh chillies, tomatoes and garlic, topped with extra-virgin olive oil.FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options) VG.
£7.75
Vegan

Hearty Soups

Lift your spirit.

Lentil Soup (Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
Lovely lentil soup served with home-made crispy flatbread croutons and a lemon slice. VE.FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH
£6.45
Vegan
Harrira Soup (Not Gluten Free)
Mildly spicy lamb soup, with tomatoes, chick peas, parsley and mixed herbs. Contains: Dairy and Gluten.FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH
£7.45
Halal

Straight Out of the Oven

Comfort your soul.

Manakish
Zatar is a fragrant blend of sesame, thyme and sumac.
£4.75
Vegetarian
Lahm Bi'Ajeen (Flatbread)
Freshly baked flatbread topped with spiced lamb mince, pomegranate molasses and herbs.
£6.65
Halal
Gluten-Free Flatbread
Fresh gluten-free bread baked to order. Contains: Dairy, Eggs. V. GF.
£0.75
Vegetarian

Salads

Punchy.

Fattuush Salad (V) (Make it Vegan) (Make it Gluten Free)
Syrian salad dressed with pomegranate molasses, feta cheese, crunchy croutons and extra-virgin olive oil
£7.75
Vegetarian
Tabbouleh Salad (Ve)
Loaded with parsley, bulgur wheat, fresh cucumbers and tomatoes; complimented by a tangy herb dressing. VE.
£6.95
Vegan
Makali Salad (V) (Make it Vegan) (Make it Gluten Free)
Crispy aubergine, courgette, potato and chickpeas on a bed of lettuce with croutons, fresh cucumber and onions; dressed with sumac and a home-made garlic dressing
£8.45
Vegetarian
Pickles and Olives
Middle Eastern flavoursome olives and salty pickles
£3.95
Vegan
Zingy Turkish Salad (Ve) (N)
Walnut, garlic, tomato, green pepper, parsley, pomegranate, and spring onion. Served with a paprika, lemon, and garlic dressing.
£7.25

Dips

Feast on these.

Classic Hummus (Ve) (Make it Gluten free) (S)
Rather delicious. Made fresh in-house every day. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£6.65
Vegan
Baba Ghanuj (Ve) (Make it Gluten free) (S)
Roasted aubergine dip delicately blended with lemon, extra-virgin olive oil and garlic. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISHFlat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options). Allergens: SE. VE.
£6.65
Vegan
Hummus trio (Ve) (Make it Gluten free) (S)
A Choice of any three mini taster hummus dips (see dips) FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISHFlat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£9.95
Avocado Hummus (Ve) (Make it Gluten free) (S)
A creamy twist on our classic hummus dish with avocado blended through. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£6.85
Vegan
Harissa Hummus (Ve) (Make it Gluten free) (S)
Our signature hummus with a hint of harissa for a subtle spicy taste. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISHServed with two flatbreads.
£6.65

Damascena Desserts

Knafe (V)(Make it Nut-Free)
Sweet cheese and vermicelli dessert served hot, topped with syrup and vanilla ice cream. A pistachio nut topping is available upon request. Allergen: N.
£8.95
Halal
Damascena Baklava Selection (V)(N)
An indulgent selection of 6 pieces of Syrian baklava. Allergen: N.
£5.65
Halal
Sweet Cheese Katayif (V)(Make it Nut-Free)
Hot dumplings filled with sweet cheese, dipped in syrup, served with vanilla ice cream. A pistachio nut topping is available upon request. Allergen: N.
£7.25
Halal
Walnut Katayif (V)(N)
Hot dumplings filled with chopped walnuts, dipped in syrup. Served with vanilla ice cream.
£7.25
Halal
Butter Biscuits 400g (Ghorayeba Box)
Indulge your taste buds with our delicious Butter Biscuits! Made with real butter, these biscuits with pistachio will melt in your mouth with every bite. Perfect for a light snack or to satisfy your sweet cravings. Treat yourself to some buttery goodness today!
£6.95
Halal
Turkish Classic Baklava
£2.95
Halal
Vegan Pistachio Baklava
£0.80
Date Filled Pastries 400g (Maamoul Date Box)
Indulge in a box of Date Filled Pastries - a delicious treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth. These Maamoul Date Pastries are filled with rich and flavourful dates with pistachio, providing a burst of sweetness in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, these pastries will leave your taste buds wanting more.
£6.95
Halal
Vegan Walnut Baklava
£0.80
Halal
Sesame Thins 400g (Brazek Box)
Satisfy your cravings with Sesame Thins! These thins are the perfect blend of sesame and pistachio biscuits, creating a crunchy and nutty combination. With 400g, you'll have plenty to share (or keep for yourself - we won't judge!).
£6.95
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Turkish Delight 600 g
Our Turkish Delight, featuring four different types:Pistachio, chocolate, and Lotus Biscoff Pistachio, and chocolatePistachio, and OreoPistachio, chocolate, and Kunefe.Satisfy your sweet tooth in a unique and delicious way!
£13.95
Halal
Premium Pistachio Baklava 450g
A selection of 100% Pistachio.Suitable for vegetariansBest quality pistachiosMade with 100% Natural IngredientsNo Artificial Flavours / ColoursNo PreservativesNo Additives
£24.95
Vegetarian

Coffee

Our milk-based coffees are best served with milk steamed 65c-75c so please let us know if your think this won't be hot enough for you. Alternative milks: coconut milk, almond milk, soya milk and oat milk.

Cappuccino
Espresso with frothed milk.
£3.95
Halal
Turkish Coffee (N)
A strong rich brew made with finely ground coffee beans. Please ask if you would like to add cardamom.
£5.45
Halal
Caffe Latte
Shot of espresso topped with steamed milk.
£3.95
Halal
Strong Black Arabian Coffee (6oz)
Slow brewed coffee with ground cardamom.
£4.15
Halal
Mocha
Espresso with chocolate drops stirred through hot milk.
£4.45
Halal
Spanish Latte
Espresso based coffee with milk, sweetened using condensed milk.
£4.65
Espresso
£2.95
Halal
Espresso Macchiato
Espresso topped with a small amount of milk.
£3.45
Halal
Affogato
Espresso poured over vanilla ice cream.
£5.45
Halal
Caffé Americano/Long Black
Hot water topped with espresso.
£3.45
Halal
Flat White (5oz)
Double ristretto (a sweeter, shorter shot than espresso) with milk.
£3.95
Halal
Cortado (5oz)
Double espresso with milk.
£3.95
Halal

Hot Chocolate and Chai Latte

Vanilla Chai Latte
£4.75
Halal
Hot Chocolate
70% cocoa stirred to strength.
£4.45
Halal
Spiced Chai Latte
Dairy-free option available.
£4.75
Halal
Choc-o-lait (V)
Chocolate on a stick melted into hot milk.
£4.75
Halal
Babyccino
£2.20
Halal

Damascena Tea

Karak Milky Tea (Large)
Spiced slow brewed milky tea.
£4.65
Halal
Fresh Ginger, Lemon and Honey (Large)
Caffeine free.
£4.95
Halal
Damascena Cardamom Tea
£2.95
Halal
Fresh Mint Green Tea (Regular)
Fresh mint leaves and green tea brewed in hot water.
£4.65
Halal
Damascena Cinnamon Tea
£2.95
Halal
Fresh Mint – Caffeine Free (Large)
Fresh mint leaves brewed in hot water.
£4.25
Halal
Samovar Tea
Slow steamed Turkish black tea.
£2.95
Halal
Fresh Mint Black Tea (Large) (Decaffeinated available)
Fresh mint leaves and black tea brewed in hot water.
£4.65
Halal

CLASSIC TEA

English Breakfast
£2.80
Halal
Earl Grey
£2.80
Halal
Green Tea
£2.80
Halal
Chamomile
Caffeine free.
£2.80
Halal

Freshly Squeezed Juice/Specialities

Calm Tonic
Fresh mint, oranges, limes and honey.
£5.85
Pure and Simple
Freshly squeezed orange juice.
£4.25
Orange Zinger
Freshly squeezed oranges with ginger.
£4.65
Sweet Dynamo
Fresh oranges, lemons, ginger and honey.
£5.85
Immunity Booster
Freshly squeezed oranges with rose water.
£4.45
Balance and Calm
Iced rose water and tamarind juice.
£4.45
SMOOTH CITRUS CLOUD
Introducing our Smooth Citrus Cloud, an extraordinary blend of sweet condensed milk and zesty, full-bodied lime, all crushed with ice to create an unbelievably refreshing beverage.
£5.85

Milkshake (Vegan Options)

Banana Whip
Fresh dates, banana and walnut. Allergen: N.
£5.95
Halal
Vanilla Dream
Vanilla ice cream shake.
£5.45
Halal
Chocolate Decadence
Made with 70% cocoa chocolate drops.
£5.85
Halal
Chocolate Bar Milkshake
£5.85
Halal
Delightfullly Delicate
Fresh strawberry and almond. Allergen: N.
£6.45
Halal
Creamy Craze
Fresh avocado and dried fruits. Allergen: N.
£6.85
Halal
Sunshine Shake
Luxurious mango shake made with pulp and dried mango.
£6.65
Halal

Frappe

Vanilla Frappe (Make it Vegan)
£4.95
Halal
Spiced Chai Frappe(Make it Vegan)
£4.95
Halal
Mocha Frappe
£4.95
Halal
Caffe Frappe (Make it Vegan)
£4.95
Halal
Chocolate Frappe
£4.95
Halal
Sticky Toffee Frappe
£4.95
Halal
Cookies and Cream Frappe (Not GF)
£4.95
Halal
Vanilla Chai Frappe
£4.95
Halal

Ice Tea and Ice Smoothies

Ice Tea
£3.25
FRESH FRUIT SMOOTHIE
£5.45

Soft Drink

Regular Coke
£2.95
Halal
Diet Coke
£2.95
Halal
Appletizzer Drink
£2.95
Halal
Rose Lemonade
£2.95
Halal
Still Water (Bottle)
£2.45
Halal
San Pelegrino (Can)
£2.65
Halal
Victorian Lemonade
£2.95
Halal
Sparkling Water (Bottle)
£2.45
Halal

Yoghurt Drink

Ayran
Currently sold out
£2.95
Halal

Festive Pour

Date & Walnut Shake
A creamy milkshake blending dates, tahini and walnuts, topped with crushed pistachios
£7.45
Damascena Mulled Brew
Our signature non-alcoholic mulled drink with fragrant spices and citrus, served hot
£4.95

Holiday Specials

Winter Spice Kofta
Our Signature Kofta with roasted chestnuts, cranberries and tahini sauce
£9.95
Festive Rice Bowl
Marinated chicken on aromatic rice, topped with caramalised onions, toasted nuts and bread
£10.95

Sweet Treats

Spiced Date Cake
Warm Walnut and date cake with cinnamon, dusted with icing sugar
£5.45
Baklava Sandae
Fresh baklava served warm with vanilla ice cream
£6.45