Kharouf Mohammar
Lamb seasoned in Al-Amir's special spices and roasted over low fire, served with cucumber yogurt sauce.
Est. 1988 · Downtown Portland, Oregon
Authentic Lebanese cuisine in the heart of Portland
For nearly four decades, Al-Amir has served Lebanese food made from scratch inside the historic Bishop's House — hummus, kabobs, mezze and warm hospitality, the way it's done in Lebanon.
Our Story
If these brick walls could speak…
Oh, the stories they could tell. The happy chatter of family and friends gathering. The rhythm and flourish of Lebanese music and dance. The laughter of once-in-a-lifetime celebrations, and the quiet, loving gazes across a table for two.
Since 1988, Al-Amir has made these moments possible for guests just like you. We create our dishes from scratch using the finest ingredients, carefully spending hours each day to prepare our cuisine — from the smoothest hummus in Portland to lamb roasted slowly over low fire.
Find us inside the historic Bishop's House on SW Harvey Milk Street, blocks from Pioneer Courthouse Square and an easy walk from Portland State University and the Waterfront Park.
From the Kitchen
Lebanese classics, made from scratch daily
Every plate starts the same way it has since 1988 — fresh ingredients, family recipes, and no shortcuts.
The Mezze Table
Silky hummus, smoky baba ghannooj and bright tabooli — the way every Lebanese meal should begin.
Khudar
Sautéed cauliflower, zucchini and carrots topped with Al-Amir's magic garlic and tahini sauce.
Catering & Private Events
From intimate dinners to weddings of every size
Al-Amir offers flexible, full-service catering for weddings, corporate parties, holiday gatherings and large off-site events — food, beverages, servers, rentals and entertainment, from A to Z.
Our historic Bishop's House dining room hosts private parties of up to 100 guests.
Word of Mouth
Guests who became family
“Excellent Lebanese food at affordable prices! Al-Amir is our go-to place for large family gatherings and catered events. The Maza Al-Amir sampler platter is a must have.”— Janice
“The hummus is the best in town by far, and the atmosphere and wait staff are warm and friendly. An authentic restaurant and a memorable experience each time!”— Anna B.
“Our decision to have Al-Amir cater our wedding was the best one we could have made! Moe and Lydia handled all the details of our big day gorgeously, and with such ease.”— Lisa W.
Good to Know
Frequently asked questions
What kind of food does Al-Amir serve?
Authentic Lebanese and Middle Eastern cuisine — hummus, falafel, shawarma, shish kabob, mezze platters and traditional Lebanese desserts, all made from scratch daily in our kitchen.
Where is Al-Amir located?
We're inside the historic Bishop's House at 223 SW Harvey Milk St in downtown Portland, steps from Pioneer Courthouse Square and a short walk from Portland State University and Tom McCall Waterfront Park.
What are your hours?
We're open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday, 5:00–9:00 pm. Closed Sunday through Tuesday.
Do you take reservations?
Yes — reserve a table on OpenTable or call us at (503) 274-0010.
Do you offer takeout or delivery?
Yes. Curbside pick-up is available, and we deliver through DoorDash, Uber Eats, Postmates and Grubhub.
Do you have vegetarian or gluten-free options?
Many of our dishes are vegetarian or gluten-free, including hummus, baba ghannooj, falafel, tabooli and several of our salads and entrées — look for the tags on our menu.
Do you cater private events?
Yes. Al-Amir offers full-service catering for weddings, corporate events and private parties, with space for up to 100 guests in our historic dining room.
Visit Us
Dinner in downtown Portland
Hours
- Wednesday – Saturday5:00 – 9:00 pm
- Sunday – TuesdayClosed
Location
The Historic Bishop's House
223 SW Harvey Milk St
Portland, OR 97204
Reserve or Order
Book a table on OpenTable →
or call (503) 274-0010
Curbside pick-up available