STRONG BLACK ARABIAN COFFEE
£4.10Traditional slow-brewed coffee infused with aromatic cardamom, capturing a rich and earthy depth.
Portman House, 5-7 Temple Row W, Birmingham B2 5NY, United Kingdom
+44 121 233 1803
Traditional slow-brewed coffee infused with aromatic cardamom, capturing a rich and earthy depth.
A finely ground, rich coffee, traditionally brewed and accompanied by a piece of sweet Turkish delight.
A delicately spiced, lightly roasted golden coffee served in a traditional dallah pot, accompanied by premium Sukari dates and smooth tahini dip.
An espresso-based coffee perfectly balanced with sweetened condensed milk. Enjoy it hot for warmth or iced for a refreshing twist.
A robust double shot of premium espresso with a thick, velvety crema.
A rich double shot of espresso crowned with a delicate dollop of foamed milk.
A long black coffee crafted from freshly pulled espresso and hot water.
Traditional rich espresso combined with textured, frothed milk and a touch of froth.
Smooth espresso blended harmoniously with velvety steamed milk.
Rich velvety espresso poured with delicate microfoam for a smooth finish.
Equal parts of robust espresso and warm steamed milk.
A decadent scoop of vanilla ice cream crowned with a hot, freshly pulled double shot of espresso.
Rich espresso combined with 70% cocoa chocolate drops, allowing you to stir and customize your chocolate intensity.
A rich chocolate stick melted into hot milk, available in hazelnut, caramel, or milk chocolate flavours.
Our specialty hot chocolate made with premium 70% cocoa drops for a deep and adjustable chocolate experience.
A fragrant and warming blend of spiced tea and steamed milk, with dairy-free and vanilla options available.
Our famous Karak tea, slow-brewed with aromatic spices and milk for an exceptionally rich, creamy flavor.
A fragrant blend of green tea, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves, cooked traditionally with a touch of condensed milk.
A smooth, energizing blend of finely ground premium matcha and steamed milk.
Warm steamed milk with a touch of chocolate and a frothy top, specially prepared for little ones.
A soothing, caffeine-free infusion of fresh sliced ginger, lemon, and honey, with a vegan option using sugar.
Authentic saffron threads brewed to golden perfection, served with sugar sticks.
A fragrant black tea infused with aromatic cardamom pods, served with sugar sticks.
A warming black tea infused with aromatic cinnamon, served with sugar sticks.
Traditional slow-steamed Turkish black tea served with sugar sticks.
Caffeine-free fresh mint leaves steeped in hot water for a deeply refreshing infusion.
A refreshing and revitalizing blend of fresh mint leaves and premium green tea.
A bold, invigorating blend of fresh mint leaves and black tea, brewed to perfection.
A selection of premium loose leaf teas. Please ask for available flavours.
Classic, comforting English breakfast tea served with a touch of tradition.
Traditional aromatic Earl Grey tea with notes of bergamot.
Soothing, caffeine-free chamomile herbal infusion.
Classic, light, and antioxidant-rich green tea.
Refreshing caffeine-free peppermint herbal tea.
Sweet and golden caramel flavoring syrup to enhance your coffee or beverage.
Nutty and aromatic hazelnut syrup.
Sweet blueberry muffin flavored syrup.
Classic sweet vanilla flavoring syrup.
Warm and spiced cinnamon flavored syrup.
Rich and molasses-kissed brown sugar syrup.
Autumnal spiced pumpkin syrup.
Delicately floral rosewater syrup.
A smooth, nourishing blend of fresh avocado and dried fruits, traditionally sweetened with honey (vegan option available).
A creamy, naturally sweet blend of fresh dates, ripe banana, and crunchy walnuts.
A creamy and energizing blend of ripe banana, vibrant matcha, and fresh milk.
A smooth, classic vanilla ice cream shake blended to creamy perfection.
A vibrant mango shake crafted with rich mango pulp and bits of dried mango for exceptional texture.
A decadent chocolate milkshake made with rich 70% cocoa chocolate drops.
A creamy milkshake featuring fresh strawberries and crushed roasted almonds for a nutty twist.
Traditional spiced green tea, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves blended with creamy vanilla ice cream and condensed milk.
A rich, nutty masterpiece made with natural dates, walnuts, pistachios, and 100% pure tahini.
An indulgent chocolate bar milkshake topped with whipped cream and chocolate syrup.
Tall glass of refreshing iced peach tea garnished with a fresh peach slice and mint.
Crisp iced tea infused with fresh cucumber ribbons and mint leaves.
Crystal-clear iced jasmine tea featuring a fresh floating lime wheel.
Vibrant iced passion fruit and lemon tea with real passion fruit seeds and a lemon wedge.
Bright pink iced watermelon tea garnished with a fresh wedge of watermelon.
Classic cold iced lemon tea with floating ice and lemon slices.
Golden-yellow iced mango tea served in a tall glass with crushed ice.
Ruby-red iced raspberry tea filled with fresh whole raspberries and ice.
Blended iced spiced chai frappe topped with whipped cream and cinnamon dust.
Creamy blended iced coffee frappe topped with whipped cream and espresso syrup.
Vibrant green blended matcha frappe topped with fluffy whipped cream.
Creamy white vanilla blended frappe topped with whipped cream and vanilla specks.
Cookies and cream frappe garnished with crushed chocolate cookies and whipped cream.
Chocolate and coffee blended mocha frappe topped with whipped cream and chocolate drizzle.
Rich sticky toffee frappe topped with whipped cream and caramel sauce.
Rich blended chocolate frappe topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Traditional Turkish chilled yoghurt drink made with yoghurt, water, and a pinch of salt.
Our best-seller! A refreshing mix of fresh mint, oranges, and limes naturally sweetened with honey (vegan option available with sugar).
A vibrant blend of fresh oranges, lemon, and ginger with honey (vegan option available with sugar).
A bold and refreshing blend of fresh oranges and sharp ginger zing.
Freshly squeezed oranges delicately infused with fragrant rose water.
Freshly squeezed carrot juice, with an optional splash of orange for extra sweetness.
An energizing blend of fresh carrot, orange, and ginger with an optional touch of honey.
Pure freshly squeezed orange juice bursting with natural citrus flavor.
A tropical fruit blend of passion fruit, papaya, peach, pineapple, guava, and soothing aloe vera.
A rich fruity smoothie crafted from raspberry, blueberry, mango, and crisp apple.
A delicious, wholesome mix of cherries, strawberries, blackcurrants, and banana.
A sweet cheese and vermicelli dessert served hot, finished with sugar syrup, pistachio topping, and optional vanilla ice cream. Vegetarian.
A delightful selection of 6 pieces of authentic Syrian baklava offering flaky, sweet pastry and nuts.
A generous assortment of 12 pieces of premium Syrian baklava pastries.
Traditional Middle Eastern semolina cake soaked in aromatic sweet syrup.
A luxurious fusion dessert combining creamy cheesecake filling with traditional knafeh pastry and pistachios.
Traditional triangle-shaped Turkish baklava served warm with an optional side of ice cream.
Explore our wide variety of daily house cakes and fresh pastries available at the counter.
A hearty, nourishing blend of fava beans, yoghurt, chickpeas, tomatoes, parsley, tahina sauce, garlic, lemon, and extra-virgin olive oil.
Slow-cooked fava beans with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and fresh chilli for a rich, hearty flavor.
Made fresh in-house daily, this smooth and creamy classic chickpea hummus is simply delicious.
Our classic chickpea hummus with a spicy, smoky twist blended with bold harissa paste.
A delightful selection of three dips of your choice, served in smaller portions for the ultimate tasting experience.
A rich and creamy blend of roasted aubergine and fermented yoghurt infused with aromatic Middle Eastern spices.
Smoky roasted aubergine dip delicately blended with lemon, garlic, and extra-virgin olive oil.
A hearty and mildly spicy Moroccan lamb soup with tender meat, chickpeas, tomatoes, and coriander, served with fresh dates.
A comforting house favorite lentil soup served with homemade crunchy croutons, lemon, and fresh dates.
A fresh and crisp mix of finely chopped parsley, bulgur wheat, cucumbers, and tomatoes in a tangy herb dressing.
Our best-selling vibrant Syrian salad with pomegranate molasses, feta cheese, crunchy croutons, and olive oil.
Crispy aubergines, courgettes, potatoes, and chickpeas on a bed of fresh greens with croutons, sumac, and garlic dressing.
Crunchy walnuts, fresh garlic, tomatoes, green peppers, parsley, pomegranate, and spring onions with lemon and paprika dressing.
Fresh crispy falafel, tahini, bright parsley, pickled turnips, and tomatoes wrapped to perfection (vegan option replaces yoghurt with hummus).
Flatbread packed with falafels, parsley, tomatoes, red onion, rocket, pickled turnips, and tahini yoghurt sauce.
Freshly baked flatbread wrapped over spiced lamb mince, fresh parsley, and red onions with pomegranate molasses.
Garlic dressing lavished over aubergine, potato, courgette, and cauliflower with cheese, tomato, and pickles.
Marinated strips of tender lamb and beef with homemade garlic dressing and gherkins in a warm flatbread.
Marinated strips of chicken with homemade garlic dressing and crisp gherkins wrapped in flatbread.
Toasted bagel layered with premium smoked salmon, crisp rocket, and smooth soft cheese.
Crusty ciabatta sandwich filled with creamy tuna mayonnaise, sweet bell pepper, red onion, and olives.
Warm flatbread filled with grilled halloumi cheese, fresh mint, sweet bell pepper, and pomegranate glaze.
Crusty baguette filled with zesty lemon chicken dressed in paprika, chilli, red cabbage, pickles, and garlic sauce.
Shawarma seasoned lamb and beef, garlic sauce, and gherkins folded in flatbread, served with batata harra and salad.
Shawarma seasoned chicken, garlic sauce, and gherkins folded in flatbread, served with batata harra and salad.
Classic creamy hummus topped with savory lamb, beef, or chicken shawarma.
Large sharing platter of succulent shawarma wrapped in flatbread with garlic dressing and gherkins, served with batata harra and salads.
Classic gluten-free hummus topped with your choice of chicken, lamb & beef, or mixed shawarma.
Fresh crispy falafels served with your choice of delicious house dip.
Delicious Middle Eastern layered dish with crispy croutons, chickpeas, seasoned lamb mince, pine nuts, and tahina yoghurt sauce.
Crispy bulgur wheat croquettes stuffed with spiced lamb mince, walnuts, pomegranate molasses, and mint yoghurt.
Crispy bulgur wheat croquettes filled with a savory mushroom mix, chilli flakes, and aromatic herbs. Vegan delight.
Minced lamb, fresh parsley, and mixed herbs stone-baked with a pastry lid, topped with tahini yoghurt sauce and salad.
Freshly baked flatbread topped with spiced lamb mince, pomegranate molasses, and herbs.
Zatar is a fragrant blend of sesame, thyme, and sumac drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil on flatbread.
Delicious blend of feta, mixed cheeses, and fresh mint baked on our traditional flatbread.
Zatar-spiced flatbread topped with feta, mixed cheeses, and fresh mint.
Savoury zatar spread combined with rich and creamy halloumi cheese on baked flatbread.
Baked flatbread with tender aubergine slices, mixed cheeses, and a sprinkle of sumac.
Spicy red spread made from roasted red peppers and tomato mix on a crispy flatbread.
Spicy seasoned tomato and onion spread topped with bubbling halloumi cheese.
Fresh pastry parcel filled with premium smoked salmon and soft cheese.
Two freshly baked Lahm Bi'ajeen flatbreads served with crisp Fattuush salad, pickles, olives, and your choice of dip.
A portion of 3 freshly baked pastry parcels filled with unique Middle Eastern flavours.
A satisfying feast featuring 3 Fatayer pastries, crispy Fattuush salad, pickles, olives, and your choice of dip.
Damascena freshly baked plain gluten-free flatbread.
Delicate vine leaves stuffed with flavorful herbaceous rice.
Three mini grilled tortilla wraps filled with traditional musakhan chicken, onions, and almonds with pink sauce.
Fresh crispy falafels served with your choice of signature dip.
Lamb mince and pine nuts piled on crispy flatbread croutons, chickpeas, tahini yoghurt sauce, garlic, and butter.
Bulgur wheat croquettes stuffed with lamb mince, pomegranate molasses, sumac, walnuts, and herbs with mint yoghurt.
Bulgur wheat croquettes stuffed with a special mushroom mix, chilli flakes, walnuts, and aromatic herbs.
Minced lamb and herbs stone-baked with a pastry lid and topped with rich tahini yoghurt sauce.
Crispy spiced chilli potatoes tossed with garlic, coriander, and paprika.
Fried halloumi cheese slices served alongside batata harra potatoes and fresh rocket salad.
Grilled halloumi cheese pieces served with spicy batata harra potatoes and rocket salad.
Lavish meze spread featuring any three dips, batata harra potatoes, and stuffed vine leaves.
Grand mixed meze featuring crunchy falafels, choice of fuul, choice of dip, and fattuush salad.
Fresh Damascena flatbread for dipping (sold separately to help reduce food waste).
Gluten-free flatbread or gluten-free tortilla option.
Vibrant red, house-made spicy chilli dipping sauce.
Creamy, rich garlic toum sauce.
Small portion of golden pan-fried halloumi cheese.
Nestled in the heart of Birmingham City Centre on Temple Row West, Damascena Coffee House transports diners straight into the vibrant, aromatic ambience of a traditional Arab coffee house. Renowned for its warm hospitality, exquisite Ottoman-inspired decor, and rich culinary heritage, this beloved establishment has captured the hearts and palates of locals and visitors alike. Whether you are stepping in out of the bustling city streets for a soothing pot of spiced tea or settling down for an indulgent Middle Eastern feast, Damascena delivers an unforgettable dining experience.
The menu at Damascena is a masterclass in breadth, depth, and unwavering authenticity. Patrons frequently rave about the vibrant spread of meze, house specialities, and freshly baked flatbreads. Standout favourites mentioned by diners include the generous Chicken Shawarma Arabiya and the rich, comforting Fuul Medames. Reviewers consistently highlight the exceptional freshness of ingredients, noting that dishes like the best-selling Fattuush Salad and the spiced Harissa Hummus strike the perfect balance between traditional robust flavors and modern culinary finesse.
No visit to Damascena is complete without exploring their legendary beverage selection. From the slow-brewed Strong Black Arabian Coffee infused with cardamom to whimsical milkshakes like the famous Tahini & Date Shake, the drink menu is as adventurous as it is comforting. Diners searching for refreshing notes often gravitate toward the bestselling Calm Tonic or an invigorating cup of fresh mint tea served with traditional dates.
The interior design weaves traditional brass lighting, intricately patterned tiles, and relaxed seating to cultivate an oasis of calm. Diners frequently praise the attentive, smiling staff who maintain impeccable service even during peak rush hours. While minor notes on menu pricing and portion customs—such as ordering flatbread separately to combat food waste—spark lively culinary debates, the consensus remains overwhelmingly positive. Damascena is more than just a coffee house; it is a vibrant cultural hub celebrating the finest traditions of Middle Eastern hospitality.
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Yes, Damascena offers a fantastic selection of vegetarian and vegan options, ranging from classic chickpea hummus and falafel platters to vegan-friendly wraps and refreshing plant-based smoothies.
Yes, gluten-free flatbreads and tortillas are available to accommodate guests with gluten sensitivities, ensuring everyone can enjoy our dips and wraps.
While traditional flatbreads are ordered separately for a nominal charge of 20p to actively minimize food waste, our signature wraps and platters come fully loaded with fresh ingredients and house-made sauces.
Absolutely! Signature favorites loved by our guests include the Fattuush Salad, the Damascena Shawarma Arabiya platter, and our famous Tahini & Date Milkshake.
Yes, you can easily reserve a table online through our official website to secure your spot, especially during peak weekend brunch hours.
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