Nuba Cafe Mount Pleasant Vancouver
⭐ Nuba Cafe in Mount Pleasant is known for Najib's Special and Chicken Shish Tawook.
💡 Good to Know
- Inspired by 1970s World Cafés
- Colourful décor and vintage music create a retro atmosphere.
- Nuba's 20th Anniversary Celebration
- Hosted a Lebanese street festival and block party in July 2023.
- Available for Private Buyouts
- The entire Mount Pleasant restaurant can be booked for private events.
❤️ Top Favourites
🍽️ Nuba Cafe in Mount Pleasant Menu
🍽️ For the Table
Shareable Middle Eastern starters, from fresh flatbread and marinated olives to savoury dips and seasoned beef.
Housemade Flatbread
Freshly prepared flatbread seasoned with za'atar and olive oil.
Marinated Olives
A selection of olives marinated in seasonal spices. Vegan, GF.
Garlic Labneh
Thick, creamy pressed yogurt drizzled with olive oil and za'atar. Vegetarian, GF.
Beef Hushwie
Sautéed beef seasoned with spices and pine nuts, served with classic hummus, pickled cabbage and herb tahini. GF.
House Pickles
Assorted vegetables pickled in vinegar and house spices. Vegan, GF.
🥙 Cold Mezze
Traditional chilled dips and spreads prepared with fresh ingredients and Middle Eastern seasonings.
Classic Hummus
Smooth chickpeas blended with garlic, lemon and tahini. Vegan, GF.
Jalapeño & Herb Hummus
Creamy chickpea hummus with jalapeño shatta, tahini, lemon and garlic. Vegan, GF.
Pomegranate & Sumac Hummus
Classic hummus enhanced with tangy pomegranate molasses and sumac. Vegan, GF.
Baba Ghanouj
Charred eggplant blended with garlic, lemon and aromatic spices. Vegan, GF.
Muhammara
Roasted red peppers blended with pomegranate molasses and chilies, topped with walnuts. Vegan, GF.
🥗 Soups & Salads
Fresh vegetables, fragrant herbs and bright Mediterranean dressings.
Red Lentil Soup
Comforting soup made with slow-cooked red lentils. Vegan, GF.
Tabbouleh Salad
Finely chopped parsley, red onion, tomato and bulgur dressed with lemon and mint. Vegan.
Fattoush Salad
Organic greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes and green onions tossed with lemon-sumac dressing and topped with toasted pita chips. Vegan.
Halloumi Salad
Arugula, halloumi cheese, red onion, mango, cucumber, tomato and dried figs. Vegetarian, GF.
🔥 Hot Mezze
Warm small plates featuring crispy cauliflower, traditional falafel, grilled proteins and savoury cheeses.
Najib’s Special
Crispy cauliflower tossed with lemon and sea salt, served with tahini. Vegan, GF.
Garden Falafel
Victor's signature chickpea, fava bean, vegetable and spice falafel, served with classic hummus and avocado. Vegan, GF.
Mjadra
Green lentils stewed with brown rice and jalapeño, accompanied by avocado and caramelized onions. Vegan, GF.
Chicken Shish Tawook
Paprika and garlic-marinated chicken breast skewers served with classic hummus and avocado. GF.
Tiger Prawns
Six marinated tiger prawns sautéed with fragrant chermoula. GF.
Lamb Kafta
Ground lamb seasoned with baharat, parsley, onion and red pepper, served with tzatziki and sumac onions. GF.
Merguez Sausage
Grilled housemade lamb sausage served in a pomegranate sauce with pine nuts. GF.
Halloumi
Pan-seared halloumi with fresh tomato and dukkah, drizzled with pomegranate molasses and finished with fresh mint. Vegetarian, GF.
🍽️ Sampling Platters
Generous sharing platters featuring Nuba's signature dips, vegetarian favourites and grilled specialties. Minimum two people.
Feast of Dips
Five housemade dips featuring classic hummus, jalapeño hummus, pomegranate and sumac hummus, muhammara and baba ghanouj. Add olives or feta cheese. Vegan, GF.
Vegetarian Mezze Sampler
Falafel, mjadra, Najib’s Special, batata harra and za'atar vegetables, served with pickled cabbage and avocado. Vegetarian, vegan options, GF.
Grilled Mezze Sampler
Tiger prawns, lamb kafta, chicken shish tawook and Najib’s Special, accompanied by basmati rice and batata harra. GF.
🍽️ Dinner Mains
Hearty Middle Eastern-inspired entrées featuring slow-cooked lamb, roasted vegetables and seasoned chicken.
BBQ Lamb Ribs
A slow-cooked rack of lamb served with toum potatoes and house pickles. GF.
Piyaz Salad Eggplant
Roasted eggplant stuffed with creamy white beans, red onion, tomato, garlic and fresh herbs, tossed in lemon-tahini dressing. Vegan, GF.
Stuffed Chicken
Chicken breast stuffed with caramelized onions, pine nuts and spinach, served with garlic labneh, basmati rice and vegetables. GF.
➕ Add-Ons
Complete your meal with extra proteins, cheese or traditional Lebanese sides.
Prawns
Additional prawns, minimum three.
Chicken Skewer
An additional marinated chicken skewer.
Lamb Kafta
An additional serving of seasoned lamb kafta.
Batata Harra & Toum
Spiced potatoes accompanied by garlic sauce.
Half Halloumi
Two pieces of halloumi cheese.
🍰 Desserts
Middle Eastern-inspired sweets featuring chocolate, pistachio, fragrant spices and traditional pastries.
Dubai Cheesecake
Creamy cheesecake covered in chocolate ganache, set on a crunchy kanafeh and pistachio crust.
Turkish Coffee Pudding
Coffee-inspired pudding served with an espresso shot and raspberry compote. Vegan, GF.
Mango Crème Brûlée
Creamy coconut dessert infused with mango purée. Vegan, GF.
Baklava
An assortment of traditional Lebanese pastries with delicate, sweet layers. Vegan.
☕ Tea & Coffee
A selection of traditional Turkish coffee, espresso drinks and soothing teas.
Turkish Coffee
Traditional Turkish-style coffee.
Espresso
A concentrated shot of espresso.
Americano
Espresso topped with hot water.
Cappuccino
Espresso with steamed milk and foam.
Latte
Espresso blended with steamed milk.
Organic Tea
A selection of organic teas.
Hot Water with Lemon
Hot water served with fresh lemon.
🥂 White Wine
A curated selection of white wines from British Columbia. Available by the glass or bottle, subject to location and availability.
Foolish Sauvignon Blanc
Okanagan Valley, BC. Bright citrus and tropical fruit flavours with refreshing acidity.
Nichol Pinot Gris
Naramata, BC. A dry, medium-bodied white with stone fruit notes and lemon zest.
🍷 Red Wine
Carefully selected British Columbia reds featuring fresh fruit, balanced acidity and distinctive regional character.
Synchromesh Pinot Noir
Okanagan Falls, BC. Light to medium-bodied with fresh acidity, dark fruit and subtle spice.
Three Sisters Cabernet Franc
Naramata Bench, BC. A medium-light red featuring ripe dark fruit flavours.
🌸 Rosé & Orange Wine
Refreshing rosé and distinctive skin-contact wines from British Columbia and Lebanon.
A Sunday in August Orange
Okanagan Valley, BC. Bright citrus, floral notes and stone fruit.
River Stone Malbec Rosé
Oliver, BC. Refreshing tart rhubarb and strawberry notes.
Mersel Phoenix Orange Merweh
Qannboubine Valley, Lebanon. Ripe peach flavours complemented by warm spices.
🍸 Cocktails
Creative cocktails combining Middle Eastern spices, fragrant botanicals and fresh fruit.
El Shisha
Black cardamom whisky, mezcal, amaro and Angostura bitters. A smoky, rich and spirit-forward cocktail.
Hibiscus Tequila Sour
Hibiscus-infused tequila with lemon, lime, agave and vegan foam. Tart, citrusy and refreshing.
Pear & Bay Leaf Spritz
Pear purée, lime, Arbutus elderflower liqueur, bay leaf syrup, prosecco and soda. Light, crisp and lower in alcohol.
Saffron White Negroni
Saffron-infused gin with bianco vermouth and Lillet Blanc. Delicately floral and aromatic.
Baalbek Breeze
Basil-infused gin, vodka, lemon, ginger, muddled cucumber, agave and soda. Bright, smooth and refreshing.
Strawberry & Pomegranate Sangria
Strawberry purée, pomegranate molasses, Cointreau, lime, orange and wine. Fruity, zesty and lightly tart.
Za'atar Paloma
Thyme-infused tequila with grapefruit, sumac syrup and lime. Herbal, tangy and refreshing.
🍺 Beer & Cider
A rotating selection of craft beer and cider, including local British Columbia breweries. Draft beers are served in 16 oz pours.
Faculty x Nuba Turmeric & Ginger Wheat Ale
A turmeric and ginger wheat ale brewed in Vancouver, BC.
Four Winds Elementary Lager
A refreshing lager from Four Winds Brewing in British Columbia.
Twin Sails Dat Juice Pale Ale
A pale ale from Twin Sails Brewing in Vancouver, BC.
33 Acres of Sunshine
A French-style blanche from 33 Acres Brewing in Vancouver, BC.
Main Street Brewing Hazy IPA
A hazy India pale ale from Main Street Brewing in Vancouver, BC.
Banditry Cider
Rotating cider flavours from Banditry Cider in Gibsons, BC.
🍺 Non-Alcoholic Beer
Alcohol-free craft beer options from One For The Road Brewing in Calgary, Alberta.
One For The Road Got Hops? IPA
A non-alcoholic India pale ale.
One For The Road Proceed With Caution Amber
A non-alcoholic amber beer.
🥤 Fresh Juices & Zero-Proof Drinks
Freshly prepared juices, iced teas and refreshing alcohol-free drinks featuring fruit, herbs and aromatic spices.
Carrot Citrus
Fresh carrot, ginger, orange and lime juice.
Go Green
A refreshing blend of cucumber, lime, mint, pear and spinach.
Organic Black Iced Tea
Organic black tea with lemon and agave.
Berry Burlesque
A fruity blend of berries, pomegranate, mint, ginger, lemon, lime and agave.
Karkade
Traditional hibiscus tea with lemon and agave.
Ginger Beer
A refreshing combination of ginger, lime, agave and soda.
Hoochy Booch Kombucha
Kombucha on tap from Vancouver, BC.
Lemonade
Fresh lemon juice sweetened with agave and topped with soda.
Limonana
A refreshing blend of lemon, agave, mint, rose water and soda.
Sahlab
Steamed milk with rose water, cinnamon and agave. Available with whole milk or oat milk.
Sparkling Water
Refreshing sparkling water, available by the glass or bottle.
⭐ Nuba Cafe in Mount Pleasant Favourites
These selections are based on dishes commonly praised in Google reviews.
Najib's Special
The crispy cauliflower is one of the most consistently praised dishes at Nuba's Mount Pleasant location. Customers describe it as a favourite they return for, particularly enjoying its lemony seasoning and the combination of cauliflower, tahini and other accompaniments.
Chicken Shish Tawook
A popular choice among returning customers who enjoy Nuba's grilled chicken. Reviewers specifically recommend the chicken tawook for its flavour, with some describing it as a dependable favourite at this location.
Feast of Dips
Nuba's selection of Lebanese dips receives particularly enthusiastic feedback from customers ordering food for gatherings and catered events. Reviewers praise the variety and presentation, with one describing a catering dip platter as the highlight of a group celebration.
Garden Falafel
The falafel earns praise from customers who appreciate its chickpea and fava bean preparation. Diners particularly enjoy it alongside hummus and other vegetarian dishes, making it a popular option for a lighter Lebanese meal.
Red Lentil Soup
A memorable favourite among customers who enjoy Nuba's vegetable-based dishes. Reviewers describe the soup as thick, comforting and flavourful, particularly when paired with a salad or other small plates.
Tabbouleh Salad
A refreshing Lebanese salad that receives positive mentions for its generous serving and balanced flavours. Customers enjoy its combination of parsley and vegetables, particularly alongside grilled dishes and dips.
🍽️ Dining Experience
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
Colourful Retro Interior
Soft pastel colours, geometric accents and vintage-inspired décor create a bright, distinctive dining room with a relaxed atmosphere.
Lebanese Sharing Plates
Guests can combine hummus, falafel, grilled meats, vegetables and other mezze dishes to create a shared meal for the table.
Comfortable Group Dining
The open dining room accommodates families, friends and larger celebrations, with several reviews praising the restaurant's group hospitality.
Outdoor Patio Seating
A small outdoor dining area provides an alternative to the indoor restaurant during Vancouver's warmer months.
Lunch & Dinner Menus
Separate daytime and evening menus offer different selections, with lunch plates especially popular for their variety and portions.
🅿️ Parking & Accessibility
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
East 3rd Avenue Parking
Street parking is available near the restaurant, although customers report that finding a space can be difficult during busy periods.
Nearby Residential Streets
Additional street parking may be available on surrounding Mount Pleasant blocks, subject to posted restrictions and residential parking rules.
Main Street Transit
The restaurant is a short walk from Main Street, where frequent bus service connects Mount Pleasant with downtown and South Vancouver.
Wheelchair Accessibility
A customer review identifies the restaurant as wheelchair accessible. Guests with specific mobility requirements should confirm current facilities directly.
📍 Landmarks & Location
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
Mount Pleasant
Located in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood, known for its independent restaurants, creative businesses and former industrial buildings.
Main Street
Situated just east of Main Street, one of Vancouver's busiest neighbourhood corridors for shopping, restaurants and cafés.
Olympic Village
A short walk from Olympic Village, with its waterfront paths, residential neighbourhood and popular False Creek gathering spaces.
Science World
Within walking distance of Vancouver's distinctive geodesic science centre, located at the eastern end of False Creek.
False Creek Seawall
Close to the waterfront walking and cycling paths connecting Olympic Village, Science World and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
📱 Ordering Options
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
Dine-In
Full-service Lebanese dining is available in the bright Mount Pleasant restaurant, with seating for individuals, families and larger groups.
Takeout & Pickup
Customers regularly order Lebanese lunch plates, mezze and sharing platters for pickup, including meals for home and office gatherings.
Delivery
Delivery has been used by customers for individual meals and larger orders, including catered workplace events.
Catering Services
Nuba caters office lunches, private celebrations and larger events, with reviews describing successful orders for groups of 20 to 50 people.
Group Reservations
The restaurant accommodates larger dining parties, with customers reporting successful bookings for birthdays, graduations and work celebrations.
Private Events
Groups can arrange private restaurant gatherings, with reviews highlighting corporate parties and celebrations for approximately 25 guests.
💬 Customer Feedback
This section summarizes recurring themes in customer reviews.
Fresh, Flavourful Lebanese Food
Many diners praise the bright seasonings, fresh ingredients and satisfying variety of Lebanese dishes, particularly Najib's Special and the grilled meats.
Excellent Vegetarian & Vegan Options
Plant-based diners appreciate the falafel, cauliflower, hummus and vegetable platters, while mixed groups enjoy having plenty of choices.
Welcoming, Knowledgeable Staff
Numerous reviews highlight friendly servers who explain unfamiliar dishes, recommend combinations and help guests plan meals for larger groups.
Popular for Celebrations & Catering
Customers frequently compliment the restaurant's handling of birthdays, graduations, office parties and catered events, including advance menu planning.
Mixed Opinions on Portions & Value
Some guests describe generous lunch plates and sharing platters, while others find individual dishes or takeout portions expensive for their size.
Occasional Food & Service Inconsistency
Although most experiences are positive, some reviewers report dry meats, disappointing takeout dishes, slow service or long waits before ordering.
Sources
Links used to compile this restaurant’s menu and dining information.
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