Petra Restaurant — Restaurant in Pacific Grove

For our group of 6, the sandwiches were just okay: the chicken was dry and the lamb was tough, the pita was different. They gave a large helping; full plate piled high for $18. More unfortunately the $29.99 combo platter was questionable on flavor and price. I gasp when I saw the smal platter of food arrive. There was only one skewer of chicken, skimpy on everything else also. The grape leaves were hard, tabouli was old and tasted like something had gone rotten, rice was also not fresh. The bread was the pita pocket from the grocery store. The flavor of the chicken was wonderful though they brought the wrong meat at first and it took a long time to bring the chicken. The tzatziki sauce was simply not. I was very disappointed. Rare for me to write a sour review, but crazy to me that Petra has such high ⭐. Additionally, one server for everyone, service...

I frequent both Petra Restaurant and Petra Cafe. Recently, we took a party of 12 friends to the restaurant and all of our friends thanked us! The Gyro is hands down the BEST I’ve ever eaten and my absolute favorite. Whether you order the kafta or a steak, both are flavorful and so tender. Some kafta can be dry, not this one! Their falafel is the best too, really. Our friends loved the lamb shank and said it was so tender and delicious. Be sure to have tea or a Turkish coffee with the baclava! From the first bite of the baclava you’ll find your tongue floating in a sea of honey. The tea service is beautiful. From writing this review I’m ordering for take out right now! I encourage you to dine in as the experience is really like dining in the chef’s home. I...

This is our favorite restaurant in Pacific Grove. I forgot to take pictures because it smelled so good. The food is made with fresh ingredients using time-tested recipes and authentic Mediterranean seasoning. Our party of 3 started with a Turkish coffee and the falafel appetizer. Then we had the Combination Platter, the Gryos Platter, and the Half Roasted Chicken seasoned with sumac and nutmeg. Delicious!! Our entrees came with a Greek salad with tasty feta and amazing olives, and warm pita. We finished with the halva. Try this place, and you're sure to become a regular. Very...