This place is a Cultural experience! The market is connected to the dining hall. Market has authentic ingredients and it's... read moreThis place is a Cultural experience! The market is connected to the dining hall. Market has authentic ingredients and it's cool to explore. The dining hall is in cafeteria format with tons of seating and a very casual feel. I loved the variety of foods and drinks. You get a ton of food for a great price.
So bring your friends and bring your family and have a yummy meal together without breaking the bank! read less

Best lamb curry....this place is awesome... buffet style and delicious....every time we visit Pittsburgh we try and make a stop... read moreBest lamb curry....this place is awesome... buffet style and delicious....every time we visit Pittsburgh we try and make a stop in at Salem's and they have the market attached with the super delicious chocolate candy with pistachio. read less

Y'all. This place is standout - affordable and delicious food!!
Don't be fooled by the hole-in-the-wall cafeteria style interior, the styrofoam... read moreY'all. This place is standout - affordable and delicious food!!
Don't be fooled by the hole-in-the-wall cafeteria style interior, the styrofoam takeout boxes/plastic utensils and tucked away location - the food shines even brighter because it's the star of the show. I got a portion of goat curry for $8.99 and ate it for at least 4 solid meals. The guy behind the case suggested spinach as my side, claiming it was the best spinach I'd ever have and WOW, it was certainly tasty!!
It's a great place for friends with varied tastes and dietary needs - my vegetarian friend had plenty of options to choose from and her husband who was craving meat had his fill too! The fries are wonderful too. I've also had their catering and everything is just as delicious plus their baklava hits the spot!
Bonus, the parking lot is small but always a win in Pittsburgh and the Strip! 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- 4.3/5
I 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- 4.5/5
This 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- 4.8/5
Okay. 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

A must for anyone who loves food.Favorite place in the city to eat. Chicken and rice and everything nice.... read moreA must for anyone who loves food.Favorite place in the city to eat. Chicken and rice and everything nice. The spinach is next level. And i can almost guarantee you never had a hamburger this good before, then theres a chicken burger as well which is my favorite. dont get me started on the Ramadan buffet if your not even Muslim its worth fasting to go to. Their use of spices is top notch. And the turkish delights are phenomenal like truly phenomenal. They also have a market next door with fresh meats and all that. This place is the secret gem of the city. read less

Amazing. Arabic/middle eastern restaurant and store. TRY THE NA'AN , it's to die for.

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- 4.3/5
I 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- 4.5/5
This 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- 4.8/5
Okay. 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

So good! Love stopping here for lunch and dinner. Their cheeseburger is massive for the price. My favorites are probably... read moreSo good! Love stopping here for lunch and dinner. Their cheeseburger is massive for the price. My favorites are probably the chili chicken or chicken tika with rice and a side of spinach. This is a top 10 place in the city. read less

Been in Pittsburgh over 3 weeks and this is by far the best lunch I have had so far. ... read moreBeen in Pittsburgh over 3 weeks and this is by far the best lunch I have had so far. For 20 is bucks two adults and 3 kids were well fed. Not to mention, the food was Great. Had the lamb kaba read less