Delicious food, very friendly service. Love coming here for their burgers and Middle Eastern fare. Staff is super nice as well!

Typically, aesthetics play a huge part in deciding how much I like a restaurant.
I'm looking for the full package:... read moreTypically, aesthetics play a huge part in deciding how much I like a restaurant.
I'm looking for the full package: is it unique, does it look cool, does it taste good, is there good service, was the wait long, is the staff helpful, how is the price?
But genuinely, when it comes to Salem's, the food is just so stinking good that it gets a 5 stars just for that! The rest is just a blip on the radar (though I WOULD like to highlight that it's very affordable and the staff is SO friendly and helpful). You will never find a chicken tikka masala that tastes as good as Salem's. I've actually tried and nothing compares. So much so that I can no longer order chicken tikka masala anyway because I will just be disappointed.
Is it aesthetically pleasing inside? Not really, it looks like a cafeteria. On top of that, at peak hours it can be really difficult to find parking. But I don't even mind.
The perfect lunch spot. And an instant win when bringing friends and introducing them to a new cuisine. read less

We have been to Salem's a few times and everything is good or great. The portions are huge, and the... read moreWe have been to Salem's a few times and everything is good or great. The portions are huge, and the value is incredible.The Bacon cheese burger, Lamb Curry, Grilled Tandoori chicken, Kufta, Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Tikka, Spinach Paneer, Baba Ghanoush, Hummus, Tabbouleh. All of these are great choices. The only thing I wouldn't praise is the Chicken Shawarma salad, as the chicken was grizzly. 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

Everything is fantastic here!! My mouth waters when I come in here...everything looks and tastes amazing! They give you huge... read moreEverything is fantastic here!! My mouth waters when I come in here...everything looks and tastes amazing! They give you huge portions, so come when you're hungry. The restaurant is cafeteria style- you stand in line to order, then you pick from a wide variety of dishes what you want to eat. It's crowded around 1:00-3:00, so come as early as you can. They also have a market next door so you can shop while waiting for your food. I recommend trying the chicken schwarma or get a little bit of everything. The saag paneer is one of my favorite veggie dishes they serve. The chicken biryani and lamb curry are good, too. Besides the food, the staff is great too. When you're shopping in the Strip and need a quick lunch, stop at Salem's! You won't be disappointed! read less

Man, I always both love and hate it when I find a place like this. I love it because...well, it's... read moreMan, I always both love and hate it when I find a place like this. I love it because...well, it's amazing. But I hate it because it makes me feel sad that I have been missing out all this time. Seriously, WHY had I never been here before?! I have a lot of eatin' to do to make up for lost time! Salem's is a no-frills, cafeteria-esque kinda place with some of the most delicious Mediterranean and Indian food around. The line was long when we went for late lunch on a weekend afternoon, but it moved quickly. You order at the counter and then the give you a number and will find your table and bring your food when it's ready. On our inaugural visit I got chicken tikka masla with naan and spinach (my chosen side), while my husband partook in a chicken shawarma sandwich. The first thing noteworthy about the food were the portions.....absolutely HEAPING amounts, easily enough for two or three meals. So right away, the value is there. Of course, heaping amounts of food are way better when the food is actually delicious, and luckily, this food delivers! The chicken tikka masala was tender and perfectly spiced, with just a touch of heat. The spinach was creamy and flavorful. My husband's schwarma sandwich was perfection. Honestly, I have no complaints (other than the fact that I haven't been going to this place for years!) On our way out, we grabbed a variety pack of sweets, and those were to die for as well (baklava, yummmm). So the moral of this story is....don't be like me and wait a zillion years to go here. Go now and thank me later. read less

Walked by here a few weeks ago, but didn't have the time stop in. Today was the perfect day to... read moreWalked by here a few weeks ago, but didn't have the time stop in. Today was the perfect day to come in and explore further. The market side of the establishment was really interesting and well-stocked with lots of different meats, drinks, treats etc... and the restaurant side had so much seating, was clean, and the food portions were plentiful. We opted to try the shawarma sandwich and the beef, chicken and vegetable samosas with mango lassis as well. Food was fresh, flavorful, and abounding! Would love to come back and try some more. read less

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

Pick up if you can so restaurant can keep as much money as they can during Covid The restaurant... read morePick up if you can so restaurant can keep as much money as they can during Covid The restaurant is only open for pick up and delivery. We ordered the lamb and chili chicken meals both with a generous side of my favorite, spinach. Pita bread came with the meal and was warm. We picked up and meal was ready at the time requested. Every time we are in Pittsburgh we stop here. Generous servings. Cant miss the building between 30th and 29th. It is colorful. read less