Elaine's

208 Queen St, Alexandria, VA

Menu (As of 10/29)

Salads

• Tabouleh $50.00Parsley, mint, onion, tomato, burghul, olive oil, lemon vinaigrette
• Tabouleh $50 - $70Parsley, mint, onion, tomato, burghul, olive oil, lemon vinaigrette
• Marinated Beets $50 - $70Scallions, parsley, lemon vinaigrette
• Mediterranean $50 - $70Roasted bell peppers, tomato, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, lemon cumin vinaigrette
• Fattoush $50 - $70Tomato, cucumber, onion, radish, bell pepper, romaine lettuce, lemon vinaigrette, pita chips

Mezza Appetizers

• Hummus $14.00Chickpeas, Garlic, Lemon, Tahini, Grilled Pita
• Hummus $14.00Chickpeas, Garlic, Lemon, Tahini, Grilled Pita
• Baba Ghanoush $13.00Roasted Eggplant, Garlic, Lemon, Tahini, Grilled Pita
• Fried Cauliflower $15.00Muhammara Roasted Pepper Sauce, Fresh Herbs

The Happy Hors-d'œuvre

• Fried Chicken Shawarma Bites $12.00Fried Marinaded Shawarma

Brunch with an Egyptian Flair

• Cardamom Butter Pancake $12.00Maple Syrup, Cardamon Butter

Mezza Appetizers & Salads

• Hummus $14.00Chickpeas, Garlic, Lemon, Tahini, Grilled Pita
• Hummus $14.00Chickpeas, Garlic, Lemon, Tahini, Grilled Pita
• Baba Ghanoush $13.00Roasted Eggplant, Garlic, Lemon, Tahini, Grilled Pita

Appetizers

• Hummus $50 - $70chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil
• Baba Ghanoush $50 - $70Roasted eggplant, tahini, garlic, lemon juice
• Fresh Fava Bean Dip $50 - $70Fava beans, garlic, lemon juice, fresh herbs
• Fried Cauliflower $50 - $70Muhammara roasted bell pepper and walnut sauce, fresh herbs, lime juice

Finger Food

• Falafel / Dozen $25.00fava beans, tahini sauce
• Spinach Pie Bites / Dozen $28.00Puff parsley, spinach and leaks, feta
• Beef Pie Bites / Dozen $28.00
• Greek Salad Mini Skewer / Dozen $42.00Feta, cumbers, cherry tomatoes, olives, lemon vinaigrette
• Fried Potato and Beef Kofta Balls / Dozen $43.00Purred potatoes, Middle Eastern spiced beef, scallions
• Mini Grilled Chicken Shawerma Skewers / Dozen $72.00Marinated Grilled Chicken, Tzatziki dipping sauce
• Mini Grilled Steak Kabob Skewers / Dozen $186.00Marinated beef tenderloin, onions, and bell Peppers

Main Course

• Middle Eastern Rice Tray $35.00Middle Eastern rice with toasted vermicelli
• Zucchini & Squash Mousakka Tray $60.00Middle Eastern spiced beef tomato sauce, topped with creamy béchamel sauce
• Grilled Steak Skewers / 10 SkewersMarinated and grilled beef tenderloin skewer, onions, and bell Peppers
• Grilled Chicken Sewers / 10 SkewersMarinated grilled chicken, grilled scallions
• Lamb and Beef Kafta Kebabs / 10 SkewersGround lamb & beef, onion, parsley, Tahini Sauce
• Vegetraina Moussaka Tray $60.00Eggplants, Potatoes, Zucchini, Squash, Garlic Tomato Sauce
• Grilled Pita / 10 Pitas $30.00

Sandwitches

• Falafel / 5 Sandwitches $80.00Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, Tahini, Wrapped in Grilled Pita
• Grilled Chicken Shawerma / 5 Sandwitches $85.00Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, Tzatziki, Wrapped in Grilled Pita
• Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, Tzatziki $85.00
• Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, Tahini $100.00
• Grilled Steak Kabob / 5 Sandwitches $100.00Marinated Grilled Tenderloin Steak, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, Harissa-Tahini, Wrapped in Grilled Pita

Bakalava Tray

• Phyllo-Dough, Pistachios, Walnuts, Honey $40.00

Grandma’s Rice Pudding Tray

• Spiced Cream, Rice $40.00

Crispy Brussels

• Harissa Honey, Lemon, Tahini $15.00
• Fried Cauliflower $15.00Muhammara Roasted Pepper Sauce, Fresh Herbs
• Salty Feta $16.00Tomato, Chives, Oregano, Chives, Urfa Pepper, Grilled Pita
• Fava Bean Dip $15.00Crispy Chickpeas, Caramelized Onions, Spinach, Pita
• Harissa Honey, Lemon Tahini $15.00
• Baked Chickpeas $15.00Chickpeas, Spinach, Tahini, Lemon, Garlic

Salad

• Sanaa Fattoush $14.00Radishes, Cucumbers, Bell Peppers, Tomatoes, Pita Chips, Sumac Vinaigrette
• Mediterranean $16.00Roasted Red Bell Peppers, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Artichokes, Kalamata Olives, Lemon Vinaigrette
• Marinated Beets $12.00Beets, Parsley, Scallions, Lemon Vinaigrette

Falafel Sandwich

• Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, Tahina $18.00
• Zataar Spiced Fries $4.00

Grilled Chicken Shish Kebab

• Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, Tzatziki $19.00
• Zataar Spiced Fries $4.00
• Fried Chicken Shawarma Sandwitch $19.00Fried Marinated Chicken Shawarma, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, Tzatziki
• Middle Eastern Burger $24.00Grilled Lamb & Beef, Middle Eastern Spices, Onions, Tomatoes, Lettuce, Hummus, Tahini-Harissa Sauce, House String Fries
• Lamb and Beef Skewer $24.00Ground beef and Lamb, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, Tahini Sauce
• Grilled Steak Shish Kebab $26.00Marinated Grilled Steak Tenderloin Cubes, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, Harissa-Tahini Sauce

Entrée Salad

• MEDITERRANEAN SALAD + Grilled Branzino $37.00Roasted Pepper, Cucumber, Tomato, Artichoke, Kalamata olives, Lemon Vinaigrette, Grilled Branzino
• MEDITERRANEAN SALAD + Chicken $30.00Roasted Pepper, Cucumber, Tomato, Artichoke, Kalamata olives, Lemon Vinaigrette, Chicken Shish Kabob
• MEDITERRANEAN ENTRÉE SALAD + Grilled Steak Shish Kebab $34.00Roasted Pepper, Cucumber, Tomato, Artichoke, Kalamata olives, Lemon Vinaigrette, Grilled Steak Shish Kebab
• MEDITERRANEAN SALAD + Grilled Salmon $37.00Grilled Salmon, Roasted Bell Peppers, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Lettuce, Artichokes, Kalamata Olives, Lemon Vinaigrette

Mediterranean Bowls

• Falafel Bowl $23.00Falafel, Egyptian Rice, Red Onions, Tomatoes, Tahini Garlic Sauce, Grilled Pita
• Grilled Chicken Shawrma Bowl $25.00Marinaded Chicken, Egyptian Rice, Red Onions, Roasted Bell Peppers, Tzatziki Sauce, Grilled Pita
• Grilled Steak Shish Bowl $32.00Marinated Tenderloin Steak Skewer, Egyptian Rice, Red Onions, Roasted Bell Peppers, Spicy Harissa-Tahini Sauce or Tahini Garlic Sauce, Grilled Pita
• Grilled Lamb & Beef Shish Bowl $28.00Grilled Lamb & Beef Skewer, Middle Eastern Spices, Red Onions, Roasted Bell Peppers, Spicy Harissa-Tahini Sauce or Tahini Garlic Sauce, Grilled Pita
• Grilled Salmon Bowl $34.00Grilled Salmon, Turmeric Rice, Sumac Onions, Pita, House Garlic-Tahini Sauce
• Fried Chicken Shawarma Bowl $26.00Fried Marinated Chicken, Egyptian Rice, Red Onions, Roasted Bell Peppers, Tzatziki Sauce, Grilled Pita

Entrée

• Braised & Roasted Lamb Shank $42.00Middle Eastern Rice, Toasted Vermicelli, Squash & Date Puree, Lamb Jus
• Marinated Branzino $38.00Branzino Fillet, Cauliflower Puree, White Wine Sauce, Roasted Cauliflower, Marinated Olives, Fennel
• Salmon with White Wine Sauce $36.00Salmon Fillet, White Wine, Garlic, Marinated Olives, Artichoke, Roasted Bell Peppers, Egyptian Rice
• Koshari $23.00Vermicelli, Lentils, Chickpeas, Crispy Shallots, Garlic Tomato Sauce
• Blackened Cod $36.00Roasted Garlic & Cauliflower Puree, Herbed Israeli Couscous, Sun-dried Tomatoes
• Baked Cauliflower Steak $23.00Lentils, Roasted Red Bell Peppers & Walnut Sauce
• Pan-Seared Scallops $38.00Fava Bean Puree, Squash, Cherry Tomatoes, Lentils, Scallions
• Egyptian Roasted Chicken $28.00Sun-dried Tomato Jus, Potatoes, Parsley
• Moussaka $26.00Beef, Zucchini, Squash, Béchamel, Grilled Pita
• Moussaka $27.00Beef, Zucchini, Squash, Béchamel, Grilled Pita

Dessert

• Pistashio Baklava Cheescake $14.00Phyllo-Dough, Pistachios, Walnuts, Honey, Rose Petals
• Poached Pear $14.00Spiced White Wine, Pistachio Crumble, Mascarpone Whipped Cream
• Grandma's Creme Caramel $12.00Baked Custard, Strawberries, Caramel Sauce

Fried Chicken Shawarma Bites

• Fried Marinaded Shawarma $12.00
• Crispy Cauliflower $12.00Muhammara Roasted Bell Pepper Walnut Sauce

Egyptian Meatballs

• Slow Cooked Tomato Sauce $14.00
• Beef Pie Bites $14.00

Libations

• Shakespeare’s Spritz $13.00Saint Germaine liquor, mint leaves, club soda, champagne

Hemingway’s Espresso Martini

• Vodka, Kahlua, Expresso $13.00

Scriblerus Club Pistachio Martini

• Pistachio Milk, Vodka $13.00

Agatha’s Egyptian Sobia

• Coconut, Cream, Rum, Vanilla $12.00
• London’s Olive Oil Martini $13.00Olive & herb-infused gin, olive oil, vermouth

Wine

• Chardonnay $10.00
• Sauvignon Blanc $10.00
• Pinot Grigio $10.00
• Cabernet Sauvignon $10.00
• Pinot Noir $10.00

Draft Beer

• Yuengling $6.00
• Coors Light $6.00
• Miller Lite $6.00
• Guinness $8.00
• Fat Tire $8.00
• Sam Adams Boston Lager $8.00
• Blue Moon Belgian White $7.00
• Founders Porter $7.00
• Angry Orchard $6.00
• New Belgium Voodoo Ranger IPA $7.00

Cardamom Butter Pancake

• Maple Syrup, Cardamon Butter $12.00

French Toast

• Egyptian Limonana, Strawberry Mint $15.00
• Three Eggs Any Style $15.00Three eggs served with fried potatoes and sausage
• Steak and Egg $32.00Steak Shish, Toasted Phyllo, Poached Egg, Harissa-Tahini
• Eggplant Moussaka $19.00Garlic Tomato Sauce, Potatoes, Eggplant. Served with Grilled Pita.
• Eggah Egyptian Omelet $19.00Mushrooms, Roasted Peppers, Spinach, Chives, Labneh
• Mediterranean Omelet $19.00Roasted Bell Peppers, Tomatoes, Olives, Feta, Shallots. Served with Grilled Pita.
• Lamb & Beef Shakshuka $19.00Baked Egg, Garlic Tomato Sauce. Served with Grilled Pita
• The Full Egyptian $26.00Fava Bean Stew with Tomatoes, Cucumber, Onions, Parsley, Garlic Tahini Sauce, Egyptian Boiled Egg, Fava Bean Falafel, Picked Vegetables, Grilled Pita

Lamb & Beef Crêpe

• Smoked Gouda, Poached Egg, Hollandaise $24.00
• Mushroom Crêpe $19.00Smoked Gouda, Poached Egg, Onion, Bell Pepper, Hollandaise

Strawberry & Pistachio

• Pistachio Whipped Cream, Mint $19.00

Sides

• Pancake $6.00
• Lamb and Beef Sausage $8.00
• Fried Potatoes & Bell Peppers $8.00
• 2 Egg Any Style $8.00

Falafel

• Toasted Sesame, Tahina, Fresh Herbs $14.00
• Fava Bean Dip $15.00Crispy Chickpeas, Caramelized Onions, Pita
• Baked Chickpeas & Spinach $14.00Chickpeas, Spinach, Garlic, Lemon, Tahini
• Halloumi Wrapped Phyllo $17.00Phyllo-Wrapped Halloumi, Blueberries, Banana-Tehina, Fennel
• Salty Feta $16.00Tomato, Chives, Oregano, Chives, Urfa Pepper, Grilled Pita

Crispy Calamari

• Harissa Yogurt, Zaatar $18.00
• Soup of the Day $12.00
• Cherry Peppers, Harissa Yogurt, Za'atar $20.00
• Spinach Pie $15.00Puff Pastry, leaks, Feta

The Grille

• Alexandrian Shrimp $33.00Tomatoes, Chermoula Sauce, Parsley, Grilled Pita
• Marinated Branzino $38.00Branzino Fillet, Cauliflower Puree, White Wine Sauce, Roasted Cauliflower, Marinated Olives, Fennel
• Salmon with White Wine Sauce $36.00Salmon Fillet, White Wine, Garlic, Marinated Olives, Artichoke, Roasted Bell Peppers, Egyptian Rice
• Steak Shish Kebab $39.00Marinated Grilled Tenderloin, Grilled Sumac Onions & Bell Peppers, Potato Wedges, Tahini-Harissa
• Chicken Shish Kebab $32.00Marinated Grilled Chicken Skewers, Green Onions, Tzatziki Vinaigrette, Egyptian Rice
• Lamb Shish Kebab $34.00Grilled Lamb Skewer, Rice, Sumac Onions, Tahini, Honey-Harissa

Beef Pie Bites

• Puff Pastry, Beef, Tzatziki $17.00
• Fava Bean Dip $15.00Crispy Chickpeas, Caramelized Onions, Spinach, Pita
• Soup of the Day $12.00
• Sanaa Fattoush $14.00Radishes, Cucumbers, Bell Peppers, Tomatoes, Pita Chips, Sumac Vinaigrette
• Mediterranean $16.00Roasted Red Bell Peppers, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Artichokes, Kalamata Olives, Lemon Vinaigrette
• Marinated Beets $12.00Beets, Parsley, Scallions, Lemon Vinaigrette

Entrée Salads

• MEDITERRANEAN ENTRÉE SALAD + Grilled Steak Shish Kebab $34.00Roasted Pepper, Cucumber, Tomato, Artichoke, Kalamata olives, Lemon Vinaigrette, Grilled Steak Shish Kebab
• MEDITERRANEAN SALAD + Chicken $30.00Roasted Pepper, Cucumber, Tomato, Artichoke, Kalamata olives, Lemon Vinaigrette, Chicken Shish Kabob
• MEDITERRANEAN SALAD + Grilled Branzino $37.00Roasted Pepper, Cucumber, Tomato, Artichoke, Kalamata olives, Lemon Vinaigrette, Grilled Branzino

Elaine's: hours and how to order