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Oren's Hummus

Israeli Restaurant$$$$

Downtown North, Palo Alto

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Oren's Hummus

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The hummus at Oren's Hummus is a can't miss
"Don't forget to get the chicken skewers - they're amazing."(21 Tips)
"Delicious falafel pita sandwich, great mint tea."(7 Tips)
"Best hummus in the Bay area, tastes exactly like in the Middle East."(129 Tips)
"The beef hummus is amazing and the falafel is delicious as well."(21 Tips)

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Shrikanth ShettySeptember 3, 2014
Second best hummus outside Israel, delicious soft white pita breads, best sweet potato fries I ever had. You cant go wrong with the chicken skewers - they are cooked to the perfect taste, amazing!
Ari FriedlandFebruary 4, 2012
Been here 25+ times
order the chicken skewers. they are ah-mazing! best item on the menu. perfectly cooked and super duper delicious. if you're really hungry (or sharing), make it a double order. you'll be happy you did.
Tiago FerreiraNovember 17, 2015
I'm vegetarian and I've been in the Bay Area for a couple of weeks. I can easily say that this was the best food I've had so far.
Upvoted Feb 27
Montana FlemingJuly 5, 2013
Chicken skewers- always juicy - try it with quinoa & sweet potatoes fries - 5 Stars hummus Great service, this guys R always in a good move. May B is the brazilian chillout music. I simply ❤ bon app😃
Kul WadhwaApril 2, 2015
Great food. Share the hummus b/c just getting that will completely fill your stomach. The place also gets very crowded so get there early.
Nicholas ScottMay 18, 2013
Grab some to go! Breeze past the line and head to the back of the shop to select your pre-made hummus (and other spreads). They will ring you up at the register in the back near the kitchen.
ElisaAugust 1, 2022
Been here 5+ times
Babaganoush and hummus. Outdoor seating is beautiful! It’s nice that you no longer have to cram in the indoor area. They have a quick to-go area if it’s too busy.
Alex PakJuly 24, 2013
Been here 10+ times
This is life changing hummus. The beef hummus is amazing and the falafel is delicious as well. The pita isn't all that great though and I'd give the nod to the white pita over the wheat.
Donovan DasherSeptember 5, 2016
The chicken pita sandwich is great for lunch, just be sure to grab extra napkins! This place is crazy busy for lunch, and there's not much room to wait for a to-go order.
Burcu DoganDecember 25, 2012
Try Israeli salad as a sider. They probably import most of their ingredients, it was absolutely the most authentic Israeli food experience I've ever had in California.
Nathalie StraversMarch 15, 2015
We tried Hummus for dinner here and they were really very good. I am no expert in Hummus but I could say that their hummus were not dry as we tried at other place
Ariana FaustiniJuly 16, 2013
Been here 10+ times
By far the best hummus this side of the globe. Try the sides. Hummus, felafel, Moroccan carrots, marinated beets and of course the fresh hot pitas. Do it.
Vy NguyenJuly 6, 2015
In addition to hummus, shakshuka and rice bowl are good, cheap and filling. Gluten free veggie basket to dip in hummus available on request.
Ashley YueAugust 28, 2014
Mashed eggplants for side fish, hummus+chicken skewers for main course. Food comes fast and it's packed during lunch hours.
James MiaoNovember 16, 2015
Everything is the best. My regular is the chicken skewers with hummus and the Israeli chopped salad. Sweet potato fries are excellent, too.
Ally KazmuchaJuly 2, 2016
Amazing hummus. Get a few things to share tapas style. Falafel is some of the best I've ever had.
Travis BloomJuly 29, 2015
The BEST Israeli food I've had in the US. Everything is amazing so don't worry about getting the wrong thing. Get a Goldstar 🍺
Jason SigalJuly 22, 2018
Very good and authentic Israeli cuisine... have a Good Star beer (imported from Israel) to help wash it all down!
Ole BMay 20, 2022
I had their hummus in different location and for some reason it taste differently. Tell the DJ at the kitchen to stop messing with the mix. Otherwise, it aight
Andrew SandlerJanuary 20, 2016
Amazing food. Always busy. Wait times aren't too long. if you can't stand it you can always place a to go order in the back.
Ayse DibekFebruary 9, 2018
Amazing selection of humus and generous portions as well. Also try the labheh
StephanyFebruary 7, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Get the rice bowl with chicken and a side of hummus!
Tom MaxwellSeptember 18, 2015
Delicious falafel pita sandwich, great mint tea. The courteous staff here cares about customer satisfaction but wasn't too pushy.
Mayank MahajanJuly 10, 2016
Get the pita sandwiches! I like the Orens. If you're in a group definitely get a hummus platter to share.
Rahim HashimOctober 24, 2016
Lamb hummus, lebane, and especially the beef skewer are some of the best in the Bay Area. Wholly recommend!
Benjy WeinbergerFebruary 2, 2016
Fun fact: the wifi password, "abuhassan", is the name of a famous Tel Aviv hummus restaurant.
Ari FriedlandFebruary 4, 2012
Been here 25+ times
chickpeas imported from Israel = best hummus in the valley. by a looooong shot. and the pita (both white and wheat) is warm, soft and a perfect complement.
Madhusmita PaloJanuary 25, 2015
Insanely good hummus!!! Must try. Falafel is decent & pita is warm & soft. Also, the hot sauce is to die for.
FrederikOctober 29, 2012
Hummus and grilled beef/lamb is awesome. Try out the great freshly made lemonade, did not like the mixed starters - they were too liquid and too similar.
Ro JDecember 30, 2013
Chicken skewers and mozy's rice bowl. And hummus of course. Can't go wrong with this place. Doesn't get more authentic than this.
Garry TanSeptember 5, 2016
The chicken skewers are top notch. Get it with a double order of hummus and you're set.
Caroline DengAugust 6, 2015
The sweet potato fries are so good!! So is the Oren's Pita Sandwich
DanielNovember 18, 2016
The chicken skewer is super juicy and tasty! Great hummus and middle Eastern appetizers
Hui SunOctober 23, 2016
We had eggplant hummus and beef skewer. Definitely amazing!
Chad BJune 9, 2018
Their rice bowl with grilled chicken was pretty yummy and under $15.
mistermediciAugust 2, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Get the whole wheat pita chicken sandwich. All the goodness of hummus + succulent chicken cubes + ever so little spicy garlic sauce(upon request) = one happy you :)
Katie YamadaJune 24, 2015
Hummus and unlimited pita are a must, as well as the schnitzel and everything else on the menu!
Heidi McIntoshFebruary 8, 2015
I love there rice and there pita bread is great. I also love there chicken and cooked vegetables.
Edward GonzalesAugust 16, 2014
The hummus of course was outstanding. The portions were generous. The chicken skewers pair up well with the hummus.
Rem KoningJune 11, 2015
Appetizers/small plates are super flavorful. Great eggplant. Labane. Sauces. And weirdly, sweet potato fries.
Omer ZachAugust 8, 2012
Been here 10+ times
The price on the chicken skewers is deceiving—you get to choose two sides to go along with the skewers. And one of those sides will be hummus.
Karine HsuJune 14, 2016
love this place. there are usually super long lines but it's definitely worth the wait.
Isaac OSeptember 4, 2013
Been here 10+ times
I had tn e fish Kabob and a cup of corn soup. Both were delicious, try that next time while you are there.
Joey GutierrezSeptember 3, 2012
Been here 25+ times
The hummus trio is great if you're as indecisive as I am...make sure you ask for the red chili and green harissa sauces too
Adam JacobsNovember 15, 2014
The pita in the Mountain View branch us better, two more coming to Los Gatos and Cupertino. Fingers crossed with Mountain View pita! :)
Sonia WongNovember 6, 2012
Love everything except the hummus. Be sure to try the daily specials! They are delicious, homey and well priced.
Ash SethiJuly 15, 2012
Get the sampler! That and a skewer omg you'll be in heaven. The carrots are a must try, best carrots I ever had
BediFebruary 9, 2016
Hummus here is wicked. Never had this good hummus in western hemisphere when you take Istanbul as origin.
Geoff ReinhardtSeptember 11, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Best restaurant in downtown Palo Alto. Get there early, the wait can be crazy!
The Taste SheriffApril 30, 2016
Good hummus joint. The service is kind of annoying but whatever, the place is borderline fast food anyway. Try the chicken kebab.

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