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Athena Cafe

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1021 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste B, Metairie, Louisiana 70005
ClosedVegetarian/Vegan, Mediterranean, Pakistani, Indian$$

About Athena Cafe

Athena Cafe offers a warm, inviting spot in Metairie to enjoy authentic Mediterranean cuisine. With a menu rich in falafel, hummus, grilled specialties, and vegetarian-friendly options, it's perfect for casual dining or takeout. Outdoor seating adds to the relaxed atmosphere.

Popular Dishes

1. Athena's Sampler

1. Athena's Sampler

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3. Baba Ghannouj

3. Baba Ghannouj

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4. Fried Kibbeh

4. Fried Kibbeh

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2. Falafel

2. Falafel

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6. Dolmas

6. Dolmas

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11. French fries

11. French fries

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Menu

Appetizers & Sides

3. Baba Ghannouj

3. Baba Ghannouj

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$10.99

Roasted eggplant, lemon juice, garlic, sesame paste, and olive oil served with pita bread

Energy: 90
Ingredients:eggplant, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, parsley
Allergens:sesame
VegVeganGFDFHalal
4. Fried Kibbeh

4. Fried Kibbeh

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$8.99

5. 2 wheat dough stuffed with onion, traditionally seasoned ground beef ,and nuts

Energy: 300
Ingredients:bulgur, ground beef, onion, pine nuts, cinnamon, allspice, salt
Allergens:gluten, nuts
Spicy
DFHalal
2. Falafel

2. Falafel

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$10.99

6 Fried mashed chickpeas, parsley, garlic and spices served with pita bread

Energy: 350
Ingredients:chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, flour
Allergens:gluten, sesame
Spicy
VegVeganDFHalal
6. Dolmas

6. Dolmas

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$6.49

6 Rice stuffed grape leaves

Energy: 80
Ingredients:grape leaves, rice, parsley, dill, mint, lemon juice, olive oil
VegVeganGFDFHalal
11. French fries

11. French fries

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$4.99

Crispy golden potato fries lightly salted.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:potatoes, vegetable oil, salt
VegVeganGFDFHalal
8. Mini Meat Pies

8. Mini Meat Pies

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$7.99

2 large Thin dough stuffed with italian seasoned ground beef

Energy: 400
Ingredients:pastry dough, ground beef, onion, pine nuts, cinnamon, salt, pepper
Allergens:gluten
Spicy
DFHalal
9. Spinach Pies

9. Spinach Pies

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$7.99

Flaky pastry filled with savory spinach and feta cheese.

Energy: 220
Ingredients:phyllo dough, spinach, feta cheese, onions, olive oil
Allergens:dairy, gluten
VegHalal
5. Hummus

5. Hummus

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$6.49

Mashed chickpeas with tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, served with pita bread

Energy: 100
Ingredients:chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, paprika
Allergens:sesame
VegVeganGFDFHalal
7. Hot Wings

7. Hot Wings

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$7.99

6 Fried spicy seasoned chicken wings, served with sauce

Energy: 400
Ingredients:chicken wings, hot sauce, butter, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper
Allergens:dairy
Spicy
GFHalal
10. Mozzarella Sticks

10. Mozzarella Sticks

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$6.49

6 fresh fried mozzarella sticks

Energy: 280
Ingredients:mozzarella cheese, flour, eggs, breadcrumbs, marinara sauce
Allergens:dairy, gluten, eggs
VegHalal
Sides

Sides

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$4

Hummus, Spicy potatoes, Salad, Rice, Baba ghannouj, veggies, or French fries.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:potatoes, vegetable oil, salt
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Fried Kibbeh

Fried Kibbeh

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$7

Crispy fried bulgur shells filled with spiced ground meat and pine nuts.

Energy: 300
Ingredients:bulgur wheat, ground beef, onions, pine nuts, spices
Allergens:gluten, nuts
Spicy
DFHalal
Mini Meat Pies

Mini Meat Pies

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$6

Flaky pastry pockets filled with seasoned ground meat and onions.

Energy: 200
Ingredients:puff pastry, ground beef, onions, spices
Allergens:gluten, dairy
Spicy
Halal
Spicy Potato

Spicy Potato

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$5

Crispy potatoes tossed with hot spices and herbs.

Energy: 250
Ingredients:potatoes, vegetable oil, paprika, cayenne, garlic, herbs
Spicy
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Spinach Pies

Spinach Pies

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$8

Flaky phyllo pastry filled with spinach, feta, and onions, baked until golden.

Energy: 300
Ingredients:spinach, feta cheese, onion, phyllo dough, olive oil, egg
Allergens:dairy, gluten, eggs
VegHalal
Dolmas

Dolmas

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$7

Grape leaves stuffed with herbed rice and lemon, served cold.

Energy: 120
Ingredients:grape leaves, rice, onion, dill, mint, lemon juice, olive oil
Spicy
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Meat Pies 2

Meat Pies 2

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$9

Savory pastry filled with spiced ground meat and onions, baked golden.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:pastry dough, ground beef, onion, spices, olive oil
Allergens:dairy, gluten, eggs
Spicy
Halal
Vegetable Side

Vegetable Side

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$6

Seasonal mixed vegetables lightly sautéed with herbs and olive oil.

Energy: 120
Ingredients:carrots, broccoli, zucchini, olive oil, garlic, herbs
VegVeganGFDFHalal

Platters & Combos

1. Athena's Sampler

1. Athena's Sampler

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$15.99

Hummus, baba ghannouj, falafel, dolmas, tzatziki served with pita bread

Energy: 600
Ingredients:falafel, hummus, baba ghannouj, dolmas, pita bread
Allergens:gluten, sesame
Spicy
VegVeganDFHalal
2. Beef shawarma platter

2. Beef shawarma platter

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$19.99

Sliced marinated beef shawarma with rice, salad, and pita bread.

Energy: 680
Ingredients:beef, shawarma spices, rice, lettuce, tomato, pita bread, tahini sauce
Allergens:gluten, sesame
Spicy
DFHalal
1. Chicken Shawarma Platter

1. Chicken Shawarma Platter

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$18.99

Sliced marinated chicken shawarma with rice, salad, and pita bread.

Energy: 650
Ingredients:chicken, shawarma spices, rice, lettuce, tomato, pita bread, tahini sauce
Allergens:gluten, sesame
Spicy
DFHalal
3. Gyro Platter

3. Gyro Platter

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$18.99

Gyro meat with pita, tzatziki, tomatoes, onions, and fries.

Energy: 720
Ingredients:gyro meat (lamb/beef), pita bread, tzatziki sauce, tomato, onion, fries
Allergens:dairy, gluten
Spicy
Halal
5. Combination platter

5. Combination platter

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$23

2 meats of your choice ( gyro, chicken or beef )

Energy: 900
Ingredients:grilled meat mixture, pita bread, tzatziki, rice, salad
Allergens:dairy, gluten
Spicy
Halal
4. Vegetarian Plate

4. Vegetarian Plate

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$15.99

hummus, falafel, baba ghannouj, spicy potatoes, and a salad

Energy: 550
Ingredients:falafel, hummus, tabbouleh, grilled vegetables, pita bread, olive oil
Allergens:gluten, sesame
VegVeganDFHalal
All PLATTERS come with 3 sides of choice

All PLATTERS come with 3 sides of choice

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$15

Hummus, Spicy potatoes, Salad, Rice, Baba ghannouj, veggies

Energy: 700
Ingredients:chicken shawarma, rice, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, pita, tzatziki
Allergens:gluten, dairy
Spicy
Halal
1. chicken shawarma Wrap meal

1. chicken shawarma Wrap meal

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$16.99

Pita filled with chicken shawarma, pickles, and Athena's garlic sauce. Comes with 1 side and a soft drink

Energy: 800
Ingredients:chicken shawarma, pita, lettuce, tomato, onion, tahini sauce, fries
Allergens:gluten, sesame
Spicy
DFHalal
2. Beef and Lamb Shawarma Wrap Meal

2. Beef and Lamb Shawarma Wrap Meal

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$17.99

Pita filled with Mediterranean seasoned beef and lamb shawarma, parsley and, onions. comes with a side and a soft drink

Energy: 850
Ingredients:beef shawarma, lamb shawarma, pita, lettuce, tomato, onion, fries
Allergens:gluten
Spicy
DFHalal
3. Gyro Wrap Meal

3. Gyro Wrap Meal

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$17.99

Slices of Gyro meat served on a greek pita with lettuce, tomatoes, onions and, tzatziki sauce. Comes with a side and a soft

Energy: 800
Ingredients:gyro meat, pita, lettuce, tomato, onion, tzatziki, fries
Allergens:gluten, dairy
Spicy
Halal
4. Falafel Wrap Meal

4. Falafel Wrap Meal

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$15.99

Pita bread filled with falafel Mediterranean salad, pickles and tahini sauce. Comes with a side and a soft drink

Energy: 700
Ingredients:falafel, pita wrap, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, tahini sauce, fries, Greek salad
Allergens:gluten, sesame, dairy
Spicy
VegHalal
Gyro Platter

Gyro Platter

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$13

Savory sliced meat with pita, tomatoes, onions, and tzatziki sauce.

Energy: 800
Ingredients:lamb or chicken, pita bread, tomatoes, onions, tzatziki, lettuce
Allergens:gluten, dairy
Spicy
Halal
Beef Shawarma Platter

Beef Shawarma Platter

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$14

Thinly sliced marinated beef with pita, veggies, and garlic sauce.

Energy: 900
Ingredients:beef, pita bread, lettuce, tomato, onion, garlic sauce
Allergens:gluten
Spicy
DFHalal
Chef's Family Platter.

Chef's Family Platter.

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$120

12 skewers of kebab served with hummus, fries, falafel, baba ghannouj and pita bread

Energy: 800
Ingredients:grilled chicken, lamb, rice, pita bread, hummus, lettuce, tomato, tzatziki
Allergens:dairy, gluten, sesame
Spicy
Halal
Chicken Shawarma Platter

Chicken Shawarma Platter

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$14

Tender chicken shawarma with rice, salad, pita, and tahini sauce.

Energy: 700
Ingredients:chicken, pita bread, rice, lettuce, tomato, onion, tahini sauce
Allergens:dairy, gluten, sesame
Spicy
Halal

Burgers & Fried Chicken

12. Chicken Fingers

12. Chicken Fingers

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$8.99

4 crispy fried chicken tenders

Energy: 420
Ingredients:chicken breast, flour, eggs, breadcrumbs, honey mustard
Allergens:dairy, gluten, eggs
Halal

Main Course

6. Moussaka

6. Moussaka

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$18.99

A layer of fried eggplants and potatoes topped with seasoned ground beef and cheesy bechamel sauce

Energy: 550
Ingredients:eggplant, ground beef, tomato sauce, onions, béchamel
Allergens:dairy, gluten
Halal
Moussaka Spicy Potatoes Dolmades

Moussaka Spicy Potatoes Dolmades

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$16

Layered eggplant moussaka with spicy potatoes and grape leaf dolmades.

Energy: 550
Ingredients:eggplant, ground beef, potatoes, tomatoes, onion, grape leaves, rice, herbs
Allergens:gluten, dairy
Spicy
Halal

Noodles & Pasta

7. Pastitio

7. Pastitio

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$18.99

Baked pasta topped with seasoned ground beef and cheesy bechamel sauce

Energy: 620
Ingredients:pasta, ground beef, tomato sauce, onions, béchamel
Allergens:dairy, gluten
Halal

Kebabs & Grills

9. Kofta Kebab Platter

9. Kofta Kebab Platter

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$19

Grilled traditional Mediterranean seasoned ground beef and lamb

Energy: 650
Ingredients:beef kofta, pita bread, tzatziki, rice, cucumber, tomato
Allergens:dairy, gluten
Spicy
Halal
11. Chicken kebab platter

11. Chicken kebab platter

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$19

Grilled home marinated chicken breast chunks

Energy: 600
Ingredients:chicken kebab, pita bread, tzatziki, rice, lettuce, tomato
Allergens:dairy, gluten
Halal
10. Beef Kebab Platter

10. Beef Kebab Platter

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$19

Grilled seasoned beef chunks

Energy: 650
Ingredients:beef kebab, pita bread, tzatziki, rice, lettuce, tomato
Allergens:dairy, gluten
Halal
13. Lamb Chops

13. Lamb Chops

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$29

5 pieces of seasoned lamb chops served with 2 sides

Energy: 350
Ingredients:lamb, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, lemon, salt, pepper
GFDFHalal
8. Souvlaki Platter

8. Souvlaki Platter

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$25

Grilled home marinated chicken, kofta, and beef chunks

Energy: 620
Ingredients:pork or chicken, pita bread, tzatziki, lettuce, tomato, onion
Allergens:dairy, gluten
Halal
Mixed Grill

Mixed Grill

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$18

Assorted grilled meats and vegetables, seasoned with herbs and lemon.

Energy: 600
Ingredients:lamb, chicken, beef, bell pepper, onion, olive oil, lemon
Spicy
GFDFHalal
Beef Kebab Platter

Beef Kebab Platter

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$14

Grilled beef skewers served with pita, rice, and fresh salad.

Energy: 650
Ingredients:beef, pita, rice, lettuce, tomato, onion, tzatziki
Allergens:gluten, dairy
Spicy
Halal

Seafood

12. Shrimp Platter

12. Shrimp Platter

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$23

Grilled shrimp brushed with a garlic and butter sauce

Energy: 600
Ingredients:grilled shrimp, lemon, garlic, rice, pita bread, mixed greens
Allergens:shellfish, gluten
DFHalal
Shrimp Salad

Shrimp Salad

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$12

Chilled shrimp atop mixed greens with vegetables, lemon-olive oil dressing.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:shrimp, mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, olive oil, lemon, feta cheese
Allergens:dairy, shellfish
GFHalal

Wraps & Sandwiches

1. Chicken shawarma wrap

1. Chicken shawarma wrap

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$10.99

Pita filled with chicken shawarma, pickles, and Athena's garlic sauce

Energy: 500
Ingredients:chicken shawarma, pita, lettuce, tomato, onion, tahini sauce
Allergens:gluten, sesame
Spicy
DFHalal
2. Beef shawarma Wrap

2. Beef shawarma Wrap

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$11.99

Pita filled with Mediterranean seasoned beef and lamb shawarma, parsley and, onions

Energy: 520
Ingredients:beef shawarma, pita, lettuce, tomato, onion, garlic sauce
Allergens:gluten
Spicy
DFHalal
3. Gyro Wrap

3. Gyro Wrap

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$11.99

Slices of Gyro meat served on a greek pita with lettuce, tomatoes, onions and, tzatziki sauce.

Energy: 540
Ingredients:gyro meat, pita, lettuce, tomato, onion, tzatziki
Allergens:gluten, dairy
Spicy
Halal
4. Falafel Wrap

4. Falafel Wrap

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$9.99

Pita bread filled with falafel Mediterranean salad, pickles and tahini sauce

Energy: 450
Ingredients:falafel, pita wrap, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, tahini sauce
Allergens:gluten, sesame
Spicy
VegVeganDFHalal
Falafel Wrap

Falafel Wrap

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$10

Crispy falafel with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and tahini sauce in a pita wrap.

Energy: 450
Ingredients:falafel (chickpeas, herbs), pita, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, tahini
Allergens:gluten, sesame
Spicy
VegVeganDFHalal

Soups & Salads

1. Tabbouleh L

1. Tabbouleh L

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$10.99

chopped parsley, bulgur, green onion topped with olive oil, and lemon juice dressing

Energy: 300
Ingredients:bulgur wheat, parsley, tomato, mint, lemon juice, olive oil
Allergens:gluten
VegVeganDFHalal
2. Greek Salad S

2. Greek Salad S

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$6.99

Fresh lettuce, bell pepper, tomato, onion, cucumber , Feta, Kalamata, olives & vinegar dressing

Energy: 200
Ingredients:cucumber, tomato, red onion, olives, feta cheese, oregano, olive oil
Allergens:dairy
VegGFHalal
3. Mediterranean Salad S

3. Mediterranean Salad S

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$6.99

Lettuce, tomatoes, green onion, cucumber, lemon, parsley, mint, olive oil and garlic paste dressing

Energy: 250
Ingredients:mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, red onion, olives, feta cheese, lemon-herb vinaigrette
Allergens:dairy
VegGFHalal
2. Greek Salad L

2. Greek Salad L

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$10.99

Fresh lettuce, bell pepper, tomato, onion, cucumber , Feta, Kalamata, olives & vinegar dressing

Energy: 350
Ingredients:cucumber, tomato, red onion, olives, feta cheese, oregano, olive oil
Allergens:dairy
VegGFHalal
1. Tabbouleh S

1. Tabbouleh S

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$6.99

chopped parsley, bulgur, green onion topped with olive oil, and lemon juice dressing

Energy: 150
Ingredients:bulgur wheat, parsley, tomato, mint, lemon juice, olive oil
Allergens:gluten
VegVeganDFHalal
6. Avgolemono Soup

6. Avgolemono Soup

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$5.99

chicken, rice, eggs, veggies,and lemon juice

Energy: 250
Ingredients:chicken broth, chicken, rice, eggs, lemon juice, salt, pepper
Allergens:eggs
GFDFHalal
4. Chicken Salad

4. Chicken Salad

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$17.99

Shawarma chicken over fresh lettuce, tomato, onion, cucumber, bell peppers topped with olive oil and lemon juice dressing

Energy: 400
Ingredients:grilled chicken, mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, carrot, red onion, olive oil, lemon
GFDFHalal
7. Lentil Soup

7. Lentil Soup

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$5.99

Red lentil, onion, garlic, cilantro served with crispy bread

Energy: 200
Ingredients:lentils, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, tomato, olive oil, herbs
VegVeganGFDFHalal
5. Shrimp Salad

5. Shrimp Salad

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$18.99

Grilled shrimp over fresh lettuce, tomato, onion, cucumber, bell peppers topped with olive oil and lemon juice dressing

Energy: 380
Ingredients:shrimp, mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, avocado, olive oil, lemon
Allergens:shellfish
GFDFHalal
Avgolemono Soup

Avgolemono Soup

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$6

Silky chicken rice soup enriched with egg and lemon.

Energy: 200
Ingredients:chicken broth, rice, eggs, lemon juice, shredded chicken
Allergens:eggs
GFDFHalal
3. Mediterranean Salad L

3. Mediterranean Salad L

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$10.99

Lettuce, tomatoes, green onion, cucumber, lemon, parsley, mint, olive oil and garlic paste dressing

Energy: 350
Ingredients:mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, olives, feta cheese, red onion, olive oil, lemon
Allergens:dairy
VegGFHalal
Spice

Spice

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$9

Hearty red lentil soup infused with aromatic spices and a hint of chili.

Energy: 200
Ingredients:red lentils, onion, garlic, tomato, cumin, coriander, chili, vegetable broth
Spicy
VegVeganGFDFHalal

Beverages

S 16oz 5.99 / L 20oz 6.99

S 16oz 5.99 / L 20oz 6.99

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$6.5

Refreshing soft drink available in 16oz or 20oz sizes.

Energy: 180
Ingredients:carbonated water, sugar, natural flavors
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Soft Drink

Soft Drink

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$1.99

Refreshing carbonated beverage available in cola, lemon-lime, or orange flavors.

Energy: 150
Ingredients:carbonated water, sugar, natural flavors, caramel color, phosphoric acid, caffeine
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Athena Classic Juice

Athena Classic Juice

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$5

Freshly squeezed orange juice blended with carrot and apple for natural sweetness.

Energy: 120
Ingredients:orange, carrot, apple, ginger
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Cleansing Juice Pineapple Fresh Juice

Cleansing Juice Pineapple Fresh Juice

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$5

Refreshing pineapple juice blend, naturally sweet and vitamin-rich.

Energy: 130
Ingredients:pineapple, water, lemon
VegVeganGFDFHalal

Desserts

Baklava

Baklava

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$3.99

Flaky phyllo layers filled with spiced walnuts, sweet honey syrup, and cinnamon.

Energy: 300
Ingredients:phyllo dough, walnuts, honey, sugar, butter, cinnamon, cloves
Allergens:dairy, gluten, nuts
VegHalal
Homemade Baklava

Homemade Baklava

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$6

Layers of crisp phyllo, nuts, and honey syrup, spiced with cinnamon.

Energy: 300
Ingredients:phyllo dough, walnuts, pistachios, honey, butter, sugar, cinnamon
Allergens:dairy, gluten, nuts
VegHalal

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