Damascena - Harborne delivery from Harborne

About Damascena - Harborne
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
£8.25
Damascena Chicken Shawarma Arabiya
£16.95
Lamb & Beef Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
£8.45
Falafel Platter (Make it Gluten Free) (S)
£9.25
Batata Hara (Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
£6.85
Grilled Halloumi Wrap (V)
£7.75
Fried Halloumi Platter (V) (Make it Gluten Free)
£9.85
Hummus Shawarma (S)
£9.25
Fattuush Salad (V) (Make it Vegan) (Make it Gluten Free)
£7.75
Classic Hummus (Ve) (Make it Gluten free) (S)
£6.65

Breakfast

Falafel (Ve) (GF)
8 falafels crammed with chickpeas, garlic, and parsley. V. GF.
£5.95
Vegan
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
Original Juz-Muz Scrambled (Gluten Free)
Scrambled Eggs, cooked with tomatoes, fresh cillies and onions. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£8.85
Vegetarian
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
Ijjah Omelette (Contains Gluten)
Oven-baked parsley ijjah omelette.
£7.45
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
Cheese Toastie (V) (S)
Fragrant za’atar coated bread toasted with a cheese filling.
£5.95
Egg on Avocado
Tangy avocado mashed on toasted bread and topped with a fried egg, chilli flakes, and sumac.
£7.65

Wraps and Sandwiches

Eat your heart out.

Chicken Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
Marinated strips of chicken, home-made garlic dressing and gherkins.
£8.25
Popular
Lamb & Beef Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
Marinated strips of lamb & beef, home-made garlic dressing and gherkins.
£8.45
Popular
Grilled Halloumi Wrap (V)
Grilled halloumi, fresh mint, sweet bell pepper and a pomegranate molasses dressing
£7.75
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
Makali Flatbread Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Garlic dressing lavished over aubergine, potato courgette and cauliflower, topped with cheese, tomato and pickled gherkins
£7.75
Damascena Falafel Flatbread Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Flatbread packed with falafels, parsley, tomatoes, red onion, rocket, pickled turnips and tahini yoghurt sauce
£7.95
Salmon and soft cheese bagel
Salmon, rocket, and soft cheese.
£6.65
Classic Falafel Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Fresh falafels, tahini yoghurt sauce, parsley, pickled turnips and tomatoes.
£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
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.

Falafel Platter (Make it Gluten Free) (S)
Fresh crispy falafels FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£9.25
Popular
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 DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£18.45
Halal
Fried Halloumi Platter (V) (Make it Gluten Free)
Fried halloumi, batata hara potatoes and rocket salad. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£9.85
Vegetarian
Batata Hara (Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
Chilli potatoes with a hint of paprika. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£6.85
Popular
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
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 DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£15.95
Halal
Vine Leaves (Ve) (GF)
Delicate vine leaves stuffed with herbaceous rice
£5.25
Vegan
Tahina Kofta (Make it Gluten Free) (S)
Currently sold out
£9.95
Halal
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 DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£9.45
Halal
Grilled Halloumi (V) (Make it Gluten Free)
Grilled halloumi with a garnish of rocket salad. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)
£9.85
Vegetarian
Vegan Mushroom Kibbeh (N)
Bulgur wheat croquettes stuffed with a special mushroom mix, chilli flakes, walnuts, and herbs.
£8.45

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
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.
£17.85
Halal
Hummus Shawarma (S)
Classic hummus topped with "lamb & beef" or "chicken" shawarma. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-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 DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options) . VG.
£7.75
Vegan
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
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

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
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
Tabbouleh Salad (Ve)
Loaded with parsley, bulgur wheat, fresh cucumbers and tomatoes; complimented by a tangy herb dressing. VE.
£6.95
Vegan
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 DISH Flat-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 DISH Flat-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 DISH Served with two flatbreads.
£6.65

Damascena Desserts

Damascena Baklava Selection (V)(N)
An indulgent selection of 6 pieces of Syrian baklava. Allergen: N.
£5.65
Halal
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
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
£21.95
Vegetarian
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
Currently sold out
£0.80
Halal
Walnut Katayif (V)(N)
Hot dumplings filled with chopped walnuts, dipped in syrup. Served with vanilla ice cream.
£7.25
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
Vegan Pistachio Baklava
£0.80
Turkish Classic Baklava
£2.95
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
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
Halal
Turkish Delight 600 g
Our Turkish Delight, featuring four different types: Pistachio, chocolate, and Lotus Biscoff Pistachio, and chocolate Pistachio, and Oreo Pistachio, 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 vegetarians Best quality pistachios Made with 100% Natural Ingredients No Artificial Flavours / Colours No Preservatives No 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.

Caffe Latte
Shot of espresso topped with steamed milk.
£3.95
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
Strong Black Arabian Coffee (6oz)
Slow brewed coffee with ground cardamom.
£4.15
Halal
Flat White (5oz)
Double ristretto (a sweeter, shorter shot than espresso) with 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
Affogato
Espresso poured over vanilla ice cream.
£5.45
Halal
Caffé Americano/Long Black
Hot water topped with espresso.
£3.45
Halal
Cortado (5oz)
Double espresso with milk.
£3.95
Halal
Cappuccino
Espresso with frothed milk.
£3.95
Halal
Espresso
£2.95
Halal
Espresso Macchiato
Espresso topped with a small amount of milk.
£3.45
Halal

Hot Chocolate and Chai Latte

Spiced Chai Latte
Dairy-free option available.
£4.75
Halal
Vanilla Chai Latte
£4.75
Halal
Hot Chocolate
70% cocoa stirred to strength.
£4.45
Halal
Saffron Latte - Hot 8oz
Slow-cooked milk, infused with 100% natural Saffron petals. (HOT or COLD)
£3.95
Choc-o-lait (V)
Chocolate on a stick melted into hot milk.
£4.75
Halal
Babyccino
£2.20
Halal
Saffron Latte - Cold 8oz
Slow-cooked milk, infused with 100% natural Saffron petals. (HOT or COLD)
£3.95

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
Fresh Mint – Caffeine Free (Large)
Fresh mint leaves brewed in hot water.
£4.25
Halal
Fresh Mint Green Tea (Regular)
Fresh mint leaves and green tea brewed in hot water.
£4.65
Halal
Damascena Cardamom Tea
£2.95
Halal
Damascena Cinnamon Tea
£2.95
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
Damascena Saffron Tea 12oz
Authentic Saffron Spice Tea 12oz
£3.85

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
Reboot
Currently sold out
£5.45
Sweet Dynamo
Fresh oranges, lemons, ginger and honey.
£5.85
Orange Zinger
Freshly squeezed oranges with ginger.
£4.65
Immunity Booster
Freshly squeezed oranges with rose water.
£4.45
Bye-Bye Stress
Currently sold out
£4.45
Pure and Simple
Freshly squeezed orange juice.
£4.25
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
Balance and Calm
Iced rose water and tamarind juice.
£4.45

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
Delightfullly Delicate
Fresh strawberry and almond. Allergen: N.
£6.45
Halal
Creamy Craze
Fresh avocado and dried fruits. Allergen: N.
£6.85
Halal
Chocolate Bar Milkshake
£5.85
Halal
Sunshine Shake
Luxurious mango shake made with pulp and dried mango.
£6.65
Halal

Frappe

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

Ice Tea and Ice Smoothies

FRESH FRUIT SMOOTHIE
£5.45
Ice Tea
£3.25

Soft Drink

Rose Lemonade
£2.95
Halal
Appletizzer Drink
£2.95
Halal
Salaam Cola
£1.85
Salaam Diet Cola
£1.85
Still Water (Bottle)
£2.45
Halal
Sparkling Water (Bottle)
£2.45
Halal

Yoghurt Drink

Ayran
Fresh salted yoghurt drink served ice-cold.
£2.95
Halal