If I could give this place more than five stars I would! The market section has an incredible range of... read moreIf I could give this place more than five stars I would! The market section has an incredible range of middle eastern goods from candies to halal meat and a frozen section. The restaurant is straight up amazing! It's not much to look at but the food is to die for and the people who work there are always so nice! I go here at least once a week to shop and pick up lamb curry with paneer and fresh naan. You have to try this place! read less

This place is a GEM! Food is great and the portions are huge! Owner is super nice and really appreciates... read moreThis place is a GEM! Food is great and the portions are huge! Owner is super nice and really appreciates all of his customers. My boyfriend loves the tandoori chicken and says it's incredibly authentic to what he gets back home in India! I love the chicken shawarma salad and can get three filling meals out of it. Definitely a great place! read less

This place is amazing. I can't believe that I somehow went to the market and missed the entire restaurant and... read moreThis place is amazing. I can't believe that I somehow went to the market and missed the entire restaurant and HUGE dining area just next door.
The market has everything you need--- produce, frozen foods, canned and dry goods, and a great selection of fresh meats. I got the marinated lamb and chicken skewers that we grilled up and they were absolutely delicious.
Just next door, there is a huge cafeteria-style restaurant that I can't wait to try again. Fast service with a very friendly staff. A huge group of us went so I was able to try a little bit of everything and it was all delicious. Gyros, kebabs, wraps, curry dishes and more. Great hummus and baklava! The food is high quality, generous portions and at a great price! read less

OMG I feel so missed out for waiting so long to try the restaurant out. I've been hearing so many... read moreOMG I feel so missed out for waiting so long to try the restaurant out. I've been hearing so many good things about this place and I finally get to try it out. It is AMAZING! I love it. The best fish is the chili chicken, of course who doesn't love it, I think that is everybody's favorite. I always get the mix plate, you will 2 choice of meat and 1 vege of your choice of rice. The portion is huge, defiantly enough to share. I always get the chili chicken and change the other meat choice, I've got the lamb, curry, the pink chicken(I forgot the name), chili chicken is still my favorite. Maybe next time I will just get 2 chili chicken instead? Haha
The other thing we usually get is the shawarma, it is kinda like gyro, also taste great and huge portion.
The line is always long and try to order on the iPad to avoid the line. Defiantly recommend anyone to go!! read less

Just go for the hamburger. Everything here is amazing but this hamburger will change your life!
Great food always. Even is... read moreJust go for the hamburger. Everything here is amazing but this hamburger will change your life!
Great food always. Even is the line is long - you'll be served quickly. Every single thing I have gotten is great.
I wish they served pickles with the falafel- but when everything else is really good - I guess you can't have it all? read less

Salem's in the Strip District serves up authentic Middle Eastern fare, cafeteria style. The cafeteria has long tables to enjoy... read moreSalem's in the Strip District serves up authentic Middle Eastern fare, cafeteria style. The cafeteria has long tables to enjoy your food at and you order from the line in the back. They have a pretty large menu of those Middle Eastern staples you'd expect to see, including shawarma, tikka masala, curry, gyros and tandoori, and a bunch of sweets. The market adjacent to the cafeteria has fresh butchered meats which are undoubtably used in the cafeteria, so rest assured that you're getting authentic and fresh meals no matter your choice.Goat Curry- 4.3/5I don't think i've ever had goat so i wanted to give it a shot. Not a huge fan of the meat in general. The flavor of the curry was spot-on, though.Chicken Tikka Masala- 4.5/5This stuff is really good. The sauce is near perfect, but the chicken was a tad overcooked. I typically avoid getting chicken from restaurants because it's never cooked like i like it (obviously cooked to temperature but i always feel like it's dry), but it could just be this particular batch. This is their staple dish and if you're looking for a great meal, I recommend. Spinach paneer- 4.8/5Okay. So you get a side with your meal and if you do not get this spinach, you better get back in line and redo the whole order. You can basically see the butter incorporated throughout, and what isn't good with that much butter, but wow. Just get it and agree with me, you'll see. Our total was only $21 for the goat curry and tikka masala meal, a gyro and fries, and two drinks. And the portions are immense. I can eat and I will be having this for lunch tomorrow as well. Go to Salem's and enjoy something different, or go outside of your comfort zone and try this amazing cultural cuisine. I'll be back! read less

I absolutely love coming here. The food is always fresh and full of flavor. Lamb Chops super affordable. The portions... read moreI absolutely love coming here. The food is always fresh and full of flavor. Lamb Chops super affordable. The portions are huge and even when the line is long tour not waiting long. Best Goat Biryani I have had in a Long time. Coming here your guaranteed to have a over full belly at half the price. read less

the food here is AMAZING! the portions are incredible. I paid around $10 for a huge platter that could probably... read morethe food here is AMAZING! the portions are incredible. I paid around $10 for a huge platter that could probably last a few days if I wanted to. there's a nice market next door with a huge selection as well! the food options are numerous, but what I ordered was the chili chicken, chicken tikka masala, naan, spinach paneer, and rice. the chili chicken was by far my favorite and definitely recommend getting that. the naan was HUGE, fluffy, and perfectly buttery. there are mediterranean and south asian options.
on top of having perfect food, the staff is so friendly. it's a super fast paced food joint and they're really nice when you're ordering, which is ideal. this will definitely be my regular spot whenever I am in Pittsburgh read less

Salem's is my all time favorite halal place in Pittsburgh. I have been coming here since I was seven... read moreSalem's is my all time favorite halal place in Pittsburgh. I have been coming here since I was seven and ever since they expanded and opened the grill, they have always provided me with quality food. An absolute must is the halal bacon cheeseburger and the chicken shawarma with the chipotle mayo sauce. The hot food bar is also good if the grill is closed and they have really great spinach and chicken options. read less