Comments on: Bashas

By: Tom

Tom — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 22:29:02 +0000

Just had the hummus plate for $4.50 and I got a ladle full of decent hummus, a piece of flatbread, a slice of unripe tomato, a few slices of onion, maybe 2 slices of cucumber and some shredded iceberg.

Complete ripoff!

No olives even? no feta?

By: Socrates

Socrates — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 03:26:57 +0000

I must admit, being a resident of Lebanon, when I first came here, and looked for some traidtional Lebanese cuusine, my hopes were not high….until…I went and ate a Bashas resturant. Their falafel rivals even the best in Lebanon, and their Chicken Shawarma is to die for.
The owner there, I should say is freindly, kind, and at times slips in a few funny jokes and creates- though in a matter of minites- a great and freindly enviroment.

By: Joe

Joe — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 05:23:42 +0000

the falafel at bashas is awesome, they are actually known around campus for the falafel because they smell heavenly they are cooking them fresh. The shwarma is good, better as a plate than sandwich. The hummus very good, authentic lebanese flavor, not just some mashed garbanzo and garlic.

By: Jenna

Jenna — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 05:13:53 +0000

I tired for the first time today, even though I have been at PSU for almost a year now and I must say that it is delicious. I ordered the falafal sandwich and it is yumminess. And FYI its traditional to put pickles on the sandwich.

By: g

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 21:16:03 +0000

This is my favorite Falafel cart in town! The falafel here rivals Ya Hala and Nicholas’ both, although I don’t like comparing carts to restaurants, as it’s a different beast altogether. I’ve never experienced and off-day at Basha’s, and I eat there at least once a week. The falafel is crisp and flavorful. The tahini, hot sauce, and pickles (along with lettuce and tomatoes) complement it perfectly. Also excellent is the Chicken Shawarma (I like the sandwich better than the platter), with shredded chicken and hints of cinnamon- yum! I love their version of Lentil Soup, which at 3.50 with their delicious flat bread is a steal!

By: jd webb

jd webb — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 05:50:33 +0000

Hey, I just wanted to drop a note and say nice post!

By: Burt

Burt — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 07:18:24 +0000

No offense to Bashas, but this is close to the worst falafel ive ever had. The shawarmas are always mushy and soggy, the falafel lacks shape and turns immediately into mush, and above all they put sliced pickles on the sandwiches. nuff said. If you want good lebanese food in portland go to nicholas. Or if you just want a falafel go to fat kitty instead. I shan’t be going back, thats for sure

By: Zoe

Zoe — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 21:04:35 +0000

Disappointing! I had the garlic chicken (mediocre) one day so I thought I’d go back to try the falafel that’s so highly rated on this site. I can’t believe I paid $6 for 3 COLD falafel balls w/some hummus and salad. Everything tasty okay but it’s for overpriced such a tiny portion size that wasn’t even warm. I can make my own cold falafel for that price, thank you!

By: Liz

Liz — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 19:09:17 +0000

I have to say that I disagree. I think this Lebanese food is a step above the typical. Their falafel is some of the best I’ve had. And the lentil soup that comes with fresh made pita for $3.50 – amazing.

The vegetarian mezza is delightful.

By: Melissa

Melissa — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 06:46:43 +0000

Bashas has the best food available at PSU, and out of the many Lebanese options in Portland Bashas is the best hands down. I have tried many of the Lebanese restaurant in Portland area such as Abu Rasheeds, Alexandria, Nicholas, Habibi, and Cypress but they are nothing special. Bashas’ food is fresh and healthy and my personal favorites are their hummus,falafel, and shwarma.