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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
£10.70
Damascena Chicken Shawarma Arabiya
£21.90
Lamb & Beef Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
£11.55
Fattuush Salad (V) (Make it Vegan) (Make it Gluten Free)
£9.80
Grilled Halloumi Wrap (V)
£10.00
Damascena Lamb & Beef Shawarma Arabiya
£23.80
Batata Hara (Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
£7.65
Lentil Soup (Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
£7.60
Mixed Meza (V) (Make it Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
£23.60
Fried Halloumi Platter (V) (Make it Gluten Free)
£13.15

Breakfast

Falafel (Ve) (GF)
8 falafels crammed with chickpeas, garlic, and parsley. V. GF.
£7.50
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 separately 25p each (see options)
£24.10
Vegetarian
Baked Egg Manageesh
Eggs, cheese and herbs served on top of freshly baked manageesh. V.
£9.50
Vegetarian
Smoked Salami and Cheese Manageesh
Smoked beef salami and cheese on top of freshly baked manageesh.
£7.85
Halal
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)
£10.60
Vegetarian
Zatar Cheese Toastie (V) (S)
Fragrant za’atar coated bread toasted with a cheese filling.
£7.60
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)
£10.60
Vegetarian
Ijjah Omelette (Contains Gluten)
Oven-baked parsley ijjah omelette.
£9.50
Vegetarian
Avocado Sourdough Smash
Creamy, tangy mashed avocado spread over crispy sourdough toast.
£7.40

Wraps and Sandwiches

Eat your heart out.

Chicken Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
Highly rated
· Marinated strips of chicken, home-made garlic dressing and gherkins.
£10.70
Lamb & Beef Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
Marinated strips of lamb & beef, home-made garlic dressing and gherkins.
£11.55
Grilled Halloumi Wrap (V)
Grilled halloumi, fresh mint, sweet bell pepper and a pomegranate molasses dressing
£10.00
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.
£11.50
Makali Flatbread Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Garlic dressing lavished over aubergine, potato courgette and cauliflower, topped with cheese, tomato and pickled gherkins
£10.20
Classic Falafel Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Fresh falafels, tahini yoghurt sauce, parsley, pickled turnips and tomatoes.
£10.00
Damascena Falafel Flatbread Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Flatbread packed with falafels, parsley, tomatoes, red onion, rocket, pickled turnips and tahini yoghurt sauce
£10.40
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.
£9.85
Tuna Ciabatta
Tuna mayonnaise, sweet bell pepper, red onion, and olives.
£7.85
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.
£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.
£21.90
Halal
Extra Flatbread
Contains gluten
£0.25
Halal

Individuals and meze dishes

Individual and Meze Dishes - Share, taste, feast.

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)
£23.60
Halal
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)
£13.15
Vegetarian
Falafel Platter (Make it Gluten Free) (S)
Highly rated
· Fresh crispy falafels Flatbread not included with dishFlat-bread sold separately 25p each (see options)
£12.60
Vegan
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 separately 25p each (see options)
£21.15
Halal
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
Vine Leaves (Ve) (GF)
Delicate vine leaves stuffed with herbaceous rice
£7.10
Vegan
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.
£11.50
Halal
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.
£10.15
Grilled Halloumi (V) (Make it Gluten Free)
Highly rated
· Grilled halloumi with a garnish of rocket salad. Flatbread not included with dishFlat-bread sold separately 25p each (see options)
£13.15
Vegetarian
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)
£11.50
Halal
Vegan Mushroom Kibbeh (N)
Bulgur wheat croquettes stuffed with a special mushroom mix, chilli flakes, walnuts, and herbs.
£10.95
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)
£13.15
Halal

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.
£21.90
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.
£23.80
Halal
Hummus Shawarma (S)
Classic hummus topped with "lamb & beef" or "chicken" shawarma. Flatbread not included with dishFlat-bread sold seperately 25p each (see options)
£11.70
Halal

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.
£9.85
Vegetarian
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.
£9.85
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
£7.60
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
£9.00
Halal

Straight Out of the Oven

Comfort your soul.

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)
£9.85
Lahm Bi'Ajeen (Flatbread)
Freshly baked flatbread topped with spiced lamb mince, pomegranate molasses and herbs.
£9.85
Halal
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
£16.45
Manakish
Zatar is a fragrant blend of sesame, thyme and sumac.
£6.20
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free Flatbread
Fresh gluten-free bread baked to order. Contains: Dairy, Eggs. V. GF.
£1.00
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
£9.80
Vegetarian
Tabbouleh Salad (Ve)
Loaded with parsley, bulgur wheat, fresh cucumbers and tomatoes; complimented by a tangy herb dressing. VE.
£8.75
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
£10.90
Vegetarian
Pickles and Olives
Middle Eastern flavoursome olives and salty pickles
£4.35
Vegan
Zingy Turkish Salad (Ve) (N)
Walnut, garlic, tomato, green pepper, parsley, pomegranate, and spring onion. Served with a paprika, lemon, and garlic dressing.
£9.00

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)
£8.70
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 separately 25p each (see options). Allergens: SE. VE.
£9.00
Popular
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
£8.70
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.
£9.00
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)
£13.15

Damascena Desserts

Damascena Baklava Selection (V)(N)
An indulgent selection of 6 pieces of Syrian baklava. Allergen: N.
£5.35
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.
£9.45
Halal
Vegan Pistachio Baklava
Delicate filo pastry layered with pistachios and sweet syrup, fully vegan.
£0.70
Vegan Walnut Baklava
Layers of crisp filo pastry filled with walnuts and sweet syrup, completely plant based.
£0.70
Halal

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.

Spanish Latte
Espresso based coffee with milk, sweetened using condensed milk.
£4.95
Affogato
Espresso poured over vanilla ice cream.
£5.35
Halal
Mocha
Espresso with chocolate drops stirred through hot milk.
£4.95
Halal
Turkish Coffee (N)
A strong rich brew made with finely ground coffee beans. Please ask if you would like to add cardamom.
£5.95
Halal
Caffe Latte
Shot of espresso topped with steamed milk.
£4.25
Halal
Flat White (5oz)
Double ristretto (a sweeter, shorter shot than espresso) with milk.
£4.25
Halal
Arabian Spiced Coffee Dalllah (V)
Served in a dallah (traditional Arabic coffee pot) accompanied by dates and a tahini dip.
£7.25
Halal
Caffé Americano/Long Black
Hot water topped with espresso.
£3.95
Halal
Cappuccino
Espresso with frothed milk.
£4.25
Halal
Strong Black Arabian Coffee (6oz)
Slow brewed coffee with ground cardamom.
£4.45
Halal
Espresso
A rich, full bodied shot of coffee with deep flavour and a smooth, intense finish.
£3.20
Halal
Espresso Macchiato
Espresso topped with a small amount of milk.
£3.95
Halal
Cortado (5oz)
Double espresso with milk.
£4.25
Halal

Hot Chocolate and Chai Latte

Spiced Chai Latte
Dairy-free option available.
£4.80
Halal
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.
£4.95
Hot Chocolate
70% cocoa stirred to strength.
£4.80
Halal
Choc-o-lait (V)
Chocolate on a stick melted into hot milk.
£5.10
Halal
Babyccino
Warm, frothy milk topped with a light dusting of chocolate, perfect for little ones.
£2.35
Halal
Vanilla Chai Latte
A creamy chai latte infused with warming spices and a hint of smooth vanilla.
£4.80
Halal
Matcha Latte
Finely ground matcha whisked with steamed milk for a smooth, earthy and creamy drink.
£4.95

Damascena Tea

Karak Milky Tea (Large)
Spiced slow brewed milky tea.
£4.60
Halal
Fresh Ginger, Lemon and Honey (Large)
Caffeine free.
£5.30
Halal
Fresh Mint Green Tea (Regular)
Fresh mint leaves and green tea brewed in hot water.
£4.80
Halal
Damascena Saffron Tea
Authentic Saffron Spice Tea
£4.25
Damascena Cardamom Tea
Traditional black tea infused with aromatic cardamom for a warm, fragrant finish.
£3.25
Halal
Damascena Cinnamon Tea
Black tea blended with cinnamon for a gently spiced, comforting flavour.
£3.25
Halal
Fresh Mint – Caffeine Free (Large)
Fresh mint leaves brewed in hot water.
£4.45
Halal
Samovar Tea
Slow steamed Turkish black tea.
£3.25
Halal
Fresh Mint Black Tea (Large) (Decaffeinated available)
Fresh mint leaves and black tea brewed in hot water.
£4.80
Halal

Classic Tea

English Breakfast
Classic full bodied black tea, rich and refreshing.
£2.85
Halal
Earl Grey
Fragrant black tea infused with bergamot for a light citrus finish.
£2.85
Halal
Green Tea
Light and delicate green tea with a clean, refreshing taste.
£2.85
Halal
Chamomile
Caffeine free.
£2.85
Halal

Freshly Squeezed Juice/Specialities

Immunity Booster
Freshly squeezed oranges with rose water.
£4.80
Orange Zinger
Freshly squeezed oranges with ginger.
£4.95
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.
£5.70
Bye-Bye Stress
Fresh carrot juice; please ask if your would like to add orange.
£4.80
Sweet Dynamo
Fresh oranges, lemons, ginger and honey.
£6.45
Calm Tonic
Fresh mint, oranges, limes and honey.
£6.45
Fresh Orange Juice
Freshly squeezed orange juice.
£4.60

Milkshake (Vegan Options)

Banana Whip
Fresh dates, banana and walnut. Allergen: N.
£6.60
Halal
Vanilla Dream
Vanilla ice cream shake.
£5.90
Halal
Matcha Banana Milkshake
A creamy and indulgent blend of ripe banana and vibrant matcha, mixed with milk fora deliciously smooth and energising shake.
£7.30
Creamy Craze
Fresh avocado and dried fruits. Allergen: N.
£7.30
Halal
Chocolate Bar Milkshake
Thick and creamy milkshake blended with chocolate bar pieces for extra indulgence.
£6.45
Halal
Strawberry Almond Bliss
Fresh strawberry and almond. Allergen: N.
£7.30
Halal
Cocoa Dream
Made with 70% cocoa chocolate drops.
£6.45
Halal
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.
£7.30
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.
£7.30

Frappe

Spiced Chai Frappe(Make it Vegan)
Iced chai with warming spices, blended smooth and can be made vegan.
£5.35
Halal
Matcha Frappe
Iced matcha blended into a smooth, creamy drink with a light earthy flavour.
£5.35

Ice Tea and Ice Smoothies

Ice Tea
Chilled and refreshing tea served over ice with a light, crisp finish.
£3.50
Fresh Fruit Smoothie
A refreshing blend of fresh fruit, smooth, naturally sweet and full of flavour.
£5.65

Soft Drink

Diet Coke Glass Bottle
Light cola with the same great taste, sugar free and refreshing.
£2.75
Victorian Lemonade
Classic cloudy lemonade with a light sparkle and refreshing citrus finish.
£2.95
Halal
Appletizzer Drink
Sparkling apple juice with a crisp, refreshing taste.
£2.95
Halal
Sparkling Water (Bottle)
Lightly carbonated water with a clean, refreshing finish.
£2.45
Halal
Rose Lemonade
Floral rose infused lemonade with a delicate, refreshing sweetness.
£2.95
Halal
Still Water (Bottle)
Pure still water, crisp and refreshing.
£2.45
Halal
San Pelegrino (Can)
Sparkling Italian soft drink with a refreshing citrus flavour.
£2.65
Halal
Coca-Cola Glass Bottle
Classic cola with a smooth, refreshing finish.
£2.75

Yoghurt Drink

Ayran
Fresh salted yoghurt drink served ice-cold.
£3.15
Halal

Rice & Spice

Shawarma Bowl
aromatic rice, topped with caramelised onions, toasted nuts, andcrispy bread. The rice itself is vegetarian and vegan. Contains nuts
£13.15