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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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Chicken Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
4.5(87)
£9.25
Damascena Chicken Shawarma Arabiya
£18.75
Lamb & Beef Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
£9.75
Damascena Lamb & Beef Shawarma Arabiya
£19.75
Grilled Halloumi Wrap (V)
£8.75
Batata Hara (Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
£7.65
Damascena Falafel Flatbread Wrap (Make it Vegan)
4.8(18)
£8.95
Classic Falafel Wrap (Make it Vegan)
£8.75
Lemon Zest Chicken Baguette
£9.75
Falafel Platter (Make it Gluten Free) (S)
£10.65

Breakfast

Falafel (Ve) (GF)
8 falafels crammed with chickpeas, garlic, and parsley. V. GF.
Vegan
£6.45
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 separately 25p each (see options)
Vegetarian
£20.95
Smoked Salami and Cheese Manageesh
Smoked beef salami and cheese on top of freshly baked manageesh.
Halal
£6.95
Ijjah Omelette (Contains Gluten)
Oven-baked parsley ijjah omelette.
Vegetarian
£8.25
Baked Egg Manageesh
Eggs, cheese and herbs served on top of freshly baked manageesh. V.
Vegetarian
£8.25
Original Juz-Muz Scrambled (Gluten Free)
Scrambled Eggs, cooked with tomatoes, fresh cillies and onions.Flatbread not included with dishFlat-bread sold separately 25p each (see options)
Vegetarian
£8.95
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 separately 25p each (see options)
Vegetarian
£8.95
Avocado Sourdough Smash
Creamy, tangy mashed avocado spread over crispy sourdough toast.
£8.65
Zatar Cheese Toastie (V) (S)
Fragrant za’atar coated bread toasted with a cheese filling.
£6.45

Wraps and Sandwiches

Eat your heart out.

Chicken Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
Marinated strips of chicken, home-made garlic dressing and gherkins.
4.5(87)
£9.25
Popular
Lamb & Beef Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
Marinated strips of lamb & beef, home-made garlic dressing and gherkins.
£9.75
Popular
Lemon Zest Chicken Baguette
Tangy chicken dressed in paprika, chilli flakes and lemon zest, accompanied by red cabbage, red onion, pickles, and garlic dressing.
£9.75
Grilled Halloumi Wrap (V)
Grilled halloumi, fresh mint, sweet bell pepper and a pomegranate molasses dressing
£8.75
Classic Falafel Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Fresh falafels, tahini yoghurt sauce, parsley, pickled turnips and tomatoes.
£8.75
Damascena Falafel Flatbread Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Flatbread packed with falafels, parsley, tomatoes, red onion, rocket, pickled turnips and tahini yoghurt sauce
4.8(18)
£8.95
Tuna Ciabatta
Tuna mayonnaise, sweet bell pepper, red onion, and olives.
£6.75
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.
£8.25
Makali Flatbread Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Garlic dressing lavished over aubergine, potato courgette and cauliflower, topped with cheese, tomato and pickled gherkins
£8.75
Turkish Shawarma wrap
Choose from Turkish-style chicken or lamb & beef shawarma, filled with garlic sauce, caramelised onions, coriander, and sweet peppers. Grilled in a mildly spicy special sauce for a rich red finish and bold flavour.
4.9(10)
£0.00

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.
Halal
£19.45
Extra Flatbread
Contains gluten
Halal
£0.25

Individuals and meze dishes

Individual and Meze Dishes - Share, taste, feast.

Falafel Platter (Make it Gluten Free) (S)
Fresh crispy falafels Flatbread not included with dishFlat-bread sold separately 25p each (see options)
Vegan
£10.65
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)
Vegetarian
£10.95
Batata Hara (Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
Chilli potatoes with a hint of paprika. Flatbread not included with dishFlat-bread sold separately 25p each (see options)
£7.65
Popular
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)
Halal
£17.95
Vine Leaves (Ve) (GF)
Delicate vine leaves stuffed with herbaceous rice
Vegan
£5.85
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.
Halal
£9.95
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 separately 25p each (see options)
Halal
£19.75
Grilled Halloumi (V) (Make it Gluten Free)
Grilled halloumi with a garnish of rocket salad. Flatbread not included with dishFlat-bread sold separately 25p each (see options)
Vegetarian
£10.95
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)
Halal
£9.95
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.
£8.95
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 separately 25p each (see options)
Halal
£11.25
Vegan Mushroom Kibbeh (N)
Bulgur wheat croquettes stuffed with a special mushroom mix, chilli flakes, walnuts, and herbs.
£9.95

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.
£18.75
Popular
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.
Halal
£19.75
Hummus Shawarma (S)
Classic hummus topped with "lamb & beef" or "chicken" shawarma. Flatbread not included with dishFlat-bread sold seperately 25p each (see options)
Halal
£9.95

Warming Fuul

Ever fuul thing.

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.
Vegetarian
£8.45
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.
Vegan
£8.45

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
£6.95
Popular
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
Halal
£7.95

Straight Out of the Oven

Comfort your soul.

Manakish
Zatar is a fragrant blend of sesame, thyme and sumac.
Vegetarian
£5.25
Lahm Bi'Ajeen (Flatbread)
Freshly baked flatbread topped with spiced lamb mince, pomegranate molasses and herbs.
Halal
£7.65
Fatayer Platter
A satisfying feast featuring 3 Fatayer pastries of your choice, crispy Fattoush salad, pickles,olives, and your choice of dip.Dips: Baba Ghanuuj, Harissa Hummus or Classic Hummus
£14.95
Fatayer(Pastries)
A portion of 3 freshly baked pastry parcels, of your choice, filled with unique Middle Easternflavours.•Smoked salmon and soft cheese•Tahina lamb with pine nuts (S) (N)•Feta, mixed cheeses and mint (V)•M’hamara (spicy seasoned tomato and onions) (VGN)•Mushroom (VGN)•Kishk Aubergine (V)
£8.95
Gluten-Free Flatbread
Fresh gluten-free bread baked to order. Contains: Dairy, Eggs. V. GF.
Vegetarian
£0.95

Salads

Punchy.

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
Vegetarian
£9.75
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
Vegetarian
£8.75
Pickles and Olives
Middle Eastern flavoursome olives and salty pickles
Vegan
£3.95
Tabbouleh Salad (Ve)
Loaded with parsley, bulgur wheat, fresh cucumbers and tomatoes; complimented by a tangy herb dressing. VE.
Vegan
£7.75
Zingy Turkish Salad (Ve) (N)
Walnut, garlic, tomato, green pepper, parsley, pomegranate, and spring onion. Served with a paprika, lemon, and garlic dressing.
£7.95

Dips

Feast on these.

Classic Hummus (Ve) (Make it Gluten free) (S)
Rather delicious. Made fresh in-house every day. Flatbread not included with dishFlat-bread sold separately 25p each (see options)
Vegan
£7.45
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 separately 25p each (see options). Allergens: SE. VE.
Vegan
£7.45
Kishk Aubergine
(V)(GF)A rich and creamy blend of roasted aubergine and fermented yoghurt, infused with aromatic spices for a unique Middle Eastern flavour.
£7.45
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 separately 25p each (see options)
£11.25
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 dish
£7.45

Damascena Desserts

Premium Assorted Baklava Sharing Box 450g
A selection of Pistachio, and Cashew Baklava. Suitable for vegetarians 100% Handmade Best quality pistachios Made with organic ghee Made with 100% Natural Ingredients No Artificial Flavours / Colours No Preservatives No Additives
Vegetarian
£21.95
Damascena Baklava Selection (V)(N)
An indulgent selection of 6 pieces of Syrian baklava. Allergen: N.
Halal
£5.65
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.
Halal
£9.75
Vegan Pistachio Baklava
£0.95
Vegan Walnut Baklava
Halal
£0.95
Premium Pistachio Baklava 450g
A selection of 100% Pistachio.Suitable for vegetariansBest quality pistachiosMade with 100% Natural IngredientsNo Artificial Flavours / ColoursNo PreservativesNo Additives
Vegetarian
£24.95

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.

Mocha
Espresso with chocolate drops stirred through hot milk.
Halal
£5.25
Spanish Latte
Espresso based coffee with milk, sweetened using condensed milk.
£5.25
Strong Black Arabian Coffee (6oz)
Slow brewed coffee with ground cardamom.
Halal
£4.65
Espresso
Halal
£3.25
Turkish Coffee (N)
A strong rich brew made with finely ground coffee beans. Please ask if you would like to add cardamom.
Halal
£5.95
Espresso Macchiato
Espresso topped with a small amount of milk.
Halal
£3.95
Affogato
Espresso poured over vanilla ice cream.
Halal
£5.75
Arabian Spiced Coffee Dalllah (V)
Served in a dallah (traditional Arabic coffee pot) accompanied by dates and a tahini dip.
Halal
£6.95
Caffé Americano/Long Black
Hot water topped with espresso.
Halal
£3.95
Cappuccino
Espresso with frothed milk.
Halal
£4.45
Caffe Latte
Shot of espresso topped with steamed milk.
Halal
£4.45
Flat White (5oz)
Double ristretto (a sweeter, shorter shot than espresso) with milk.
Halal
£4.45
Cortado (5oz)
Double espresso with milk.
Halal
£4.45

Hot Chocolate and Chai Latte

Vanilla Chai Latte
Halal
£4.75
Spiced Chai Latte
Dairy-free option available.
Halal
£5.45
Hot Chocolate
70% cocoa stirred to strength.
Halal
£4.95
Choc-o-lait (V)
Chocolate on a stick melted into hot milk.
Halal
£5.25
Babyccino
Halal
£2.45
Matcha Latte
£5.25
Pink Chai Tea
A fragrant blend of green tea, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves, cooked the tradition-al way with a touch of condensed milk for a rich, aromatic experience.
£5.25

Damascena Tea

Damascena Cardamom Tea
Halal
£3.25
Karak Milky Tea (Large)
Spiced slow brewed milky tea.
Halal
£4.95
Fresh Mint Black Tea (Large) (Decaffeinated available)
Fresh mint leaves and black tea brewed in hot water.
Halal
£5.25
Fresh Ginger, Lemon and Honey (Large)
Caffeine free.
Halal
£5.45
Damascena Cinnamon Tea
Halal
£3.25
Fresh Mint – Caffeine Free (Large)
Fresh mint leaves brewed in hot water.
Halal
£4.75
Samovar Tea
Slow steamed Turkish black tea.
Halal
£3.25
Fresh Mint Green Tea (Regular)
Fresh mint leaves and green tea brewed in hot water.
Halal
£5.25
Damascena Saffron Tea
Authentic Saffron Spice Tea
£4.45

Classic Tea

English Breakfast
Halal
£2.95
Earl Grey
Halal
£2.95
Green Tea
Halal
£2.95
Chamomile
Caffeine free.
Halal
£2.95

Freshly Squeezed Juice/Specialities

Calm Tonic
Fresh mint, oranges, limes and honey.
£6.45
Fresh Orange Juice
Freshly squeezed orange juice.
£4.75
Orange Zinger
Freshly squeezed oranges with ginger.
£5.25
Reboot
Recharge your system with our revitalising Reboot juice. Made from fresh carrot, zesty ginger, sweet honey (optional) , and invigorating orange juice, this wholesome blend is a perfect pick-me-up for any time of day.
£5.95
Immunity Booster
Freshly squeezed oranges with rose water.
£4.95
Bye-Bye Stress
Fresh carrot juice; please ask if your would like to add orange.
£4.95
Sweet Dynamo
Fresh oranges, lemons, ginger and honey.
£6.45

Milkshake (Vegan Options)

Mango Shake
Luxurious mango shake made with pulp and dried mango.
Halal
£7.45
Banana Whip
Fresh dates, banana and walnut. Allergen: N.
Halal
£6.75
Chocolate Bar Milkshake
Halal
£6.95
Tahini & Date Shake
Made with natural dates and walnuts, topped with pistachios. 100% pure tahini (S) isused in this shake for a rich and nutty flavor.
£7.45
Strawberry Almond Bliss
Fresh strawberry and almond. Allergen: N.
Halal
£7.45
Creamy Craze
Fresh avocado and dried fruits. Allergen: N.
Halal
£7.45
Vanilla Dream
Vanilla ice cream shake.
Halal
£5.95
Cocoa Dream
Made with 70% cocoa chocolate drops.
Halal
£6.75
Matcha Banana Milkshake
A creamy and indulgent blend of ripe banana and vibrant matcha, mixed with milk fora deliciously smooth and energising shake.
£7.45
Pink Chai Tea Milkshake
A fragrant blend of green tea, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves, cooked the traditionalway with a touch of condensed milk for a rich, aromatic experience, then blended withcreamy vanilla ice cream for a decadent twist.
£7.45

Frappe

Spiced Chai Frappe(Make it Vegan)
Halal
£5.45
Sticky Toffee Frappe
Halal
£5.45
Mocha Frappe
Halal
£5.45
Caffe Frappe (Make it Vegan)
Halal
£5.45
Chocolate Frappe
Halal
£5.45
Vanilla Frappe (Make it Vegan)
Halal
£5.45
Vanilla Chai Frappe
Halal
£5.45
Matcha Frappe
£5.45

Ice Tea and Ice Smoothies

Fresh Fruit Smoothie
£5.95
Ice Tea
£3.50

Soft Drink

Still Water (Bottle)
Halal
£2.45
Appletizzer Drink
Halal
£2.95
San Pelegrino (Can)
Halal
£2.65
Victorian Lemonade
Halal
£2.95
Rose Lemonade
Halal
£2.95
Sparkling Water (Bottle)
Halal
£2.45
Diet Coke
£2.75

Yoghurt Drink

Ayran
Fresh salted yoghurt drink served ice-cold.
Halal
£3.25

Rice & Spice

Shawarma Bowl
aromatic rice, topped with caramelised onions, toasted nuts, andcrispy bread. The rice itself is vegetarian and vegan. Contains nuts
£10.95

Ramadan Special Menu

Damascena Ouzi
Three flaky pastries filled with fragrant rice, peas, nuts, and minced meat, served with a yoghurt dip or Damascena pinksauce. Contains: gluten, nuts, dairy, eggs, and sesame.
£13.25
Manti with Red Sauce
Homemade dumplings filled with seasoned minced beef and onions, served in a rich tomato sauce. Contains: gluten.
£10.95
Fatet Arais
Tortilla rolls filled with seasoned minced meat, served on a bed of special tahini sauce, finished with fried nuts andpomegranate. Contains: sesame, nuts, gluten, and dairy.
£8.95
Damascena's Sultan Skewer
Grilled lamb mince layered between folded tortilla ribbons, brushed with harissa, tomato and pomegranate molasses,finished with paprika and chilli. Served warm with our signature sauce.Contains: gluten, egg.
£8.95
Freekeh
Fire-roasted green wheat (Freekeh) gently simmered with tender meat, offering a naturally smoky aroma.Garnished with fried nuts and served with cucumber Greek yoghurt salad. Contains: nuts, gluten, and dairy.
£16.95
Fried Cheese Qatayef
A popular Middle Eastern dessert. Homemade qatayef pancakes filled with creamy cheese, fried untilgolden, and soaked in orange blossom sugar syrup. Vegetarian, contains gluten, dairy and nuts.
£7.65
Fried Walnut Qatayef
Homemade qatayef pancakes filled with walnuts and coconut, fried until golden and soaked in orangeblossom sugar syrup. Vegan, contains gluten and nuts.
£7.45
Cheese Spring Rolls
3 Deep-fried crispy rolls filled with our special cheese blend and black seeds. Vegetarian - contains: dairy, gluten.
£5.45
Vegetable Samosa
3 Homemade samosas filled with a delicious mix of seasoned vegetables. Vegan, Vegetarian – contains gluten.
£5.45
Spiced Minced Samosa
3 Homemade samosas stuffed with spiced minced meat and fresh coriander. Contains: gluten.
£5.45
Tamarind juice
Sweetened tamarind juice, delicately flavoured with orange blossom water.
£3.95
Berry blend mocktail
A fruity, refreshing drink made with fresh mint and a splash of lemon.
£3.95