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
£7.50Damascena Chicken Shawarma Arabiya
£14.95Lamb & Beef Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
£7.95Batata Hara (Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
£6.25Fattuush Salad (V) (Make it Vegan) (Make it Gluten Free)
£6.95Lentil Soup (Ve) (Make it Gluten Free)
£5.95Falafel Platter (Make it Gluten Free) (S)
£8.25Damascena Lamb & Beef Shawarma Arabiya
£15.65Lemon Zest Chicken Baguette
£7.50Classic Hummus (Ve) (Make it Gluten free) (S)
£5.95
Breakfast
Falafel (Ve) (GF)
8 falafels crammed with chickpeas, garlic, and parsley. V. GF.£5.25VeganDamascena 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)£17.65VegetarianJuz-Muz (Make it Gluten Free)
Eggs, tomatoes, fresh chillies and onions. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)£7.45VegetarianIjjah Omelette (Contains Gluten)
Oven-baked parsley ijjah omelette.£6.95VegetarianBaked Egg Manageesh
Eggs, cheese and herbs served on top of freshly baked manageesh. V.£6.95VegetarianSmoked Salami and Cheese Manageesh
Smoked beef salami and cheese on top of freshly baked manageesh.£5.95HalalCheese Toastie (V) (S)
Fragrant za’atar coated bread toasted with a cheese filling.£5.99Egg on Avocado
Tangy avocado mashed on toasted bread and topped with a fried egg, chilli flakes, and sumac.£7.65Tahini and Date Honey (Ve) (S) (Make it Gluten Free)
Tahini and date honey dip. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)£5.25Vegan
Wraps and Sandwiches
Eat your heart out.
Chicken Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
Marinated strips of chicken, home-made garlic dressing and gherkins.£7.50PopularLamb & Beef Shawarma Flatbread Wrap
Marinated strips of lamb & beef, home-made garlic dressing and gherkins.£7.95PopularLemon Zest Chicken Baguette
Tangy chicken dressed in paprika, chilli flakes and lemon zest, accompanied by red cabbage, red onion, pickles, and garlic dressing.£7.50Makali Flatbread Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Garlic dressing lavished over aubergine, potato courgette and cauliflower, topped with cheese, tomato and pickled gherkins£6.95Grilled Halloumi Wrap (V)
Grilled halloumi, fresh mint, sweet bell pepper and a pomegranate molasses dressing£6.50Classic Falafel Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Fresh falafels, tahini yoghurt sauce, parsley, pickled turnips and tomatoes.£6.95Damascena Falafel Flatbread Wrap (Make it Vegan)
Flatbread packed with falafels, parsley, tomatoes, red onion, rocket, pickled turnips and tahini yoghurt sauce£7.25Lahm Bi'Ajeen Flatbread Wrap
Freshly baked flatbread wrapped over spiced lamb mince, fresh parsley and red onion; dressed with mixed herbs and pomegranate molasses.£6.25Tuna Ciabatta
Tuna mayonnaise, sweet bell pepper, red onion, and olives.£5.65Salmon and soft cheese bagel
Salmon, rocket, and soft cheese.£5.95
Straight out of the oven and meze
Straight Out of the Oven Meze - Prepare to fall in love.
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)£16.65HalalAppetiser 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)£14.95HalalLahm Bi’ajeen Platter
Two lahm bi’ajeen with fattuush salad, pickles and olives and a choice of hummus, baba ghanuuj.£15.95HalalManageesh Platter (V) (S) (Make it Vegan)
Two manageesh of your choice, fattuush salad, pickles and olives and a choice of hummus or baba ghanuuj.£15.65Halal
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)£8.25PopularFried 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)£8.95VegetarianBatata 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)£6.25PopularKibbeh Makliya (N)
Bulgur wheat croquettes stuffed with lamb mince, pomegranate molasses, sumac, walnuts and a delicious herb mix. Served with mint yoghurt. Allergen: N.£7.95HalalGrilled 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)£8.95VegetarianVine Leaves (Ve) (GF)
Delicate vine leaves stuffed with herbaceous rice£4.95VeganFatt'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)£8.50HalalMushroom Kibbeh (N)
Bulgur wheat croquettes stuffed with a special mushroom mix, chilli flakes, walnuts, and herbs.£7.95Tahina Kofta (Make it Gluten Free) (S)
(Option to serve without tahini yoghurt sauce). Minced Lamb, fresh parsley and mixed herbs topped with tahina yoghurt sauce FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)£8.50Halal
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.£14.95PopularDamascena 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.£15.65HalalHummus Shawarma (S)
Classic hummus topped with "lamb & beef" or "chicken" shawarma. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)£8.95Halal
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.£7.25VeganFuul 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.£7.25VegetarianFuul 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.£7.25Vegan
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£5.95VeganHarrira 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£6.95Halal
Straight Out of the Oven
Comfort your soul.
Manakish
Zatar is a fragrant blend of sesame, thyme and sumac.£4.20VegetarianLahm Bi'Ajeen (Flatbread)
Freshly baked flatbread topped with spiced lamb mince, pomegranate molasses and herbs.£5.95HalalGluten-Free Flatbread
Fresh gluten-free bread baked to order. Contains: Dairy, Eggs. V. GF.£0.75Vegetarian
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£6.95VegetarianMakali 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£7.95VegetarianTabbouleh Salad (Ve)
Loaded with parsley, bulgur wheat, fresh cucumbers and tomatoes; complimented by a tangy herb dressing. VE.£6.25VeganPickles and Olives
Middle Eastern flavoursome olives and salty pickles£3.25VeganZingy Turkish Salad (Ve) (N)
Walnut, garlic, tomato, green pepper, parsley, pomegranate, and spring onion. Served with a paprika, lemon, and garlic dressing.£6.95Super Couscous (Ve)
Couscous, potatoes, sweetcorn, peas, beetroot, sweet pepper, olives, carrots, and onion. Served with a tangy side sauce.£7.95
Dips
Feast on these.
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.£5.95VeganClassic 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)£5.95VeganHummus 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)£5.95Avocado 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)£6.45VeganHarissa 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.£5.95Beetroot Hummus (Ve) (Make it Gluten Free) (S)
Our classic hummus flavoured with beetroot. FLATBREAD NOT INCLUDED WITH DISH Flat-bread sold seperately 20p each (see options)£5.95
Damascena Desserts
Damascena Baklava Selection (V)(N)
An indulgent selection of 6 pieces of Syrian baklava. Allergen: N.£5.25HalalKnafe (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.£8.50HalalRose and Pistachio Milk Cake
A light and fluffy vanilla sponge soaked in dessert milk, delicately hand finished with a luxurious cream, nibbed pistachios and rose petals.£5.85VegetarianSweet 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.£6.50HalalWalnut Katayif (V)(N)
Hot dumplings filled with chopped walnuts, dipped in syrup. Served with vanilla ice cream.£6.50HalalTurkish Classic Baklava
£2.25HalalVegan Walnut Baklava
£0.95Halal
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.£3.95HalalCaffe Latte
Shot of espresso topped with steamed milk.£3.75HalalFlat White (5oz)
Double ristretto (a sweeter, shorter shot than espresso) with milk.£3.65HalalTurkish Coffee (N)
A strong rich brew made with finely ground coffee beans. Please ask if you would like to add cardamom.£4.45HalalCappuccino
Espresso with frothed milk.£3.65HalalEspresso
£2.85HalalCaffé Americano/Long Black
Hot water topped with espresso.£3.35HalalStrong Black Arabian Coffee (6oz)
Slow brewed coffee with ground cardamom.£3.65HalalArabian Spiced Coffee Dalllah (V)
Served in a dallah (traditional Arabic coffee pot) accompanied by dates and a tahini dip.£5.95HalalEspresso Macchiato
Espresso topped with a small amount of milk.£3.45HalalAffogato
Espresso poured over vanilla ice cream.£4.85HalalCortado (5oz)
Double espresso with milk.£3.65HalalSpeciality Brewed Coffee
Pour over coffee 300ml jug, 2 servings.£3.50Halal
Hot Chocolate and Chai Latte
Hot Chocolate
70% cocoa stirred to strength.£3.95HalalSpiced Chai Latte
Dairy-free option available.£3.95HalalVanilla Chai Latte
£3.95HalalChoc-o-lait (V)
Chocolate on a stick melted into hot milk.£4.20HalalBabyccino
£2.10Halal
Damascena Tea
Karak Milky Tea (Large)
Spiced slow brewed milky tea.£4.10HalalFresh Ginger, Lemon and Honey (Large)
Caffeine free.£4.65HalalSamovar Tea
Slow steamed Turkish black tea.£2.60HalalDamascena Cinnamon Tea
£2.65HalalFresh Mint – Caffeine Free (Large)
Fresh mint leaves brewed in hot water.£3.65HalalFresh Mint Green Tea (Regular)
Fresh mint leaves and green tea brewed in hot water.£3.95HalalDamascena Cardamom Tea
£2.65HalalFresh Mint Black Tea (Large) (Decaffeinated available)
Fresh mint leaves and black tea brewed in hot water.£3.95Halal
CLASSIC TEA
English Breakfast
£2.80HalalEarl Grey
£2.80HalalGreen Tea
£2.80HalalChamomile
Caffeine free.£2.80Halal
Freshly Squeezed Juice/Specialities
Reboot
Fresh carrot, honey, ginger and orange juice.£4.95Calm Tonic
Fresh mint, oranges, limes and honey.£5.45Sweet Dynamo
Fresh oranges, lemons, ginger and honey.£5.45Immunity Booster
Freshly squeezed oranges with rose water.£4.10Orange Zinger
Freshly squeezed oranges with ginger.£4.45Pure and Simple
Freshly squeezed orange juice.£4.10Bye-Bye Stress
Fresh carrot juice; please ask if your would like to add orange.£4.10Balance and Calm
Iced rose water and tamarind juice.£4.45SMOOTH CITRUS CLOUD
£5.45
Milkshake (Vegan Options)
Banana Whip
Fresh dates, banana and walnut. Allergen: N.£5.45HalalChocolate Bar Milkshake
£5.45HalalChocolate Decadence
Made with 70% cocoa chocolate drops.£5.25HalalSunshine Shake
Luxurious mango shake made with pulp and dried mango.£5.95HalalVanilla Dream
Vanilla ice cream shake.£5.10HalalDelightfullly Delicate
Fresh strawberry and almond. Allergen: N.£5.95HalalCreamy Craze
Fresh avocado and dried fruits. Allergen: N.£6.25HalalHaveej Bastani
Rose water, pistachio and carrot juice ice cream float. Allergen: N.£5.45Halal
Frappe
Caffe Frappe (Make it Vegan)
£4.25HalalSpiced Chai Frappe(Make it Vegan)
£4.25HalalVanilla Chai Frappe
£4.25HalalMocha Frappe
£4.25HalalChocolate Frappe
£4.25HalalCookies and Cream Frappe (Not GF)
£4.25HalalSticky Toffee Frappe
£4.25HalalVanilla Frappe (Make it Vegan)
£4.25Halal
Ice Tea and Ice Blend
FRESH FRUIT SMOOTHIE
£4.95Ice Tea
£2.95
Soft Drink
Regular Coke
£2.65HalalDiet Coke
£2.65HalalRose Lemonade
£2.65HalalStill Water (Bottle)
£2.25HalalAppletizzer Drink
£2.65HalalVictorian Lemonade
£2.65HalalSparkling Water (Bottle)
£2.25Halal
Yoghurt Drink
Ayran
Fresh salted yoghurt drink served ice-cold.£2.85HalalFIZZY AYRAN
£2.95