Stopped in Salem's after reading the reviews and were so glad we did! The small market was great and seemed... read moreStopped in Salem's after reading the reviews and were so glad we did! The small market was great and seemed very well stocked with a range of Middle Eastern and Indian items. We also got meat samosas and a tandoor chicken plate (sides: saag and chickpeas), and it was all excellent! read less

Had an amazing beef kabob with rice and spinach! Portions are huge and everyone is super friendly! Loved the baklava too

I attended the yelp elite event at Salems and it has become my favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh. I recently moved... read moreI attended the yelp elite event at Salems and it has become my favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh. I recently moved here from Virginia so I have been eating out often while getting settled in. Salems was a breath of fresh air. The owner came and gave us a history of this local family owned business that has been a part of this community for decades. With this time they have perfected their service, recipes, and ambiance. The first thing you notice when you arrive is the diverse artwork painted across the building and the market next door. As soon as you enter the restaurant there is a large dining area with multiple tables so finding a place to eat is easy. Everything tasted soo fresh because they get their meats from the butcher and it's all halal.
Some of my favorite dishes included the chicken tikka, chicken samosas, spinach paneer, white rice or Biryani. If you like spicy then the chili chicken is the best option for you. After we ate our delicious meals we went next door the market. You can find anything you need there and you can even buy meats to grill out for yourself.
I highly recommend Salems to anyone and I will be coming back here regularly 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

Three years later and still my favorite spot! We come here a few times a month. I dream about... read moreThree years later and still my favorite spot! We come here a few times a month. I dream about the Tikka Masala and cant wait to eat it read less

Huge lines, fair prices, exceptional food. This is a must try! Lines move pretty fast.

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

This place is getting less confusing. Signs posted showing cost of entree, rice, one side and pita is $9. This... read moreThis place is getting less confusing. Signs posted showing cost of entree, rice, one side and pita is $9. This time I did my research from yelp reviews and had a list of 4 things in rank order. I was only buying two meals but just in case what I wanted wasn't available. Yelpers love the burgers and I can see why, uncooked patties were thick and looked great. If I lived here I would have tried it. But this was going to Columbus. On my list was goat curry (or lamb curry). Chille chicken ( or the tandoori). Side of creamed spinach for both and one regular pita and one fired pita. Huge portion sizes. We go out of our way and brave the crazy Pittsburgh streets to come here, this last time waiting 4 hours for them to open when we really had to return to Columbus. Yes it is that good. Free parking. Watch the hours Friday. They close for prayers. I LOVE THIS PLACE read less

This place is outstanding. The variety and freshness of the food is incredible and the staff was incredibly friendly.... read moreThis place is outstanding. The variety and freshness of the food is incredible and the staff was incredibly friendly. They have everything from goat curry to red snapper grilled to order. It's a cafeteria type look but the vibe is super cool- suits, police, students, families. I will absolutely go back. In my view It's the best lunch place in the Strip District hands down read less