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Oren's Hummus
Israeli Restaurant$$$$
Downtown North, Palo Alto
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)
"Recommending the beets, sweet potato fries and obviously the hummus!"(129 Tips)
"The beef hummus is amazing and the falafel is delicious as well."(21 Tips)
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Shrikanth ShettySeptember 3, 2014Second 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!
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.Upvoted Jan 17
Tiago FerreiraNovember 17, 2015I'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.
Montana FlemingJuly 5, 2013Chicken 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😃- 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.
Kul WadhwaApril 2, 2015Great food. Share the hummus b/c just getting that will completely fill your stomach. The place also gets very crowded so get there early.
Nathalie StraversMarch 15, 2015We 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
Burcu DoganDecember 25, 2012Try 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.
Ally KazmuchaJuly 2, 2016Amazing hummus. Get a few things to share tapas style. Falafel is some of the best I've ever had.
Donovan DasherSeptember 5, 2016The 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.
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.
- 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.
- Vy NguyenJuly 6, 2015In addition to hummus, shakshuka and rice bowl are good, cheap and filling. Gluten free veggie basket to dip in hummus available on request.
Nicholas ScottMay 18, 2013Grab 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.- Travis BloomJuly 29, 2015The 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, 2018Very good and authentic Israeli cuisine... have a Good Star beer (imported from Israel) to help wash it all down!
Ashley YueAugust 28, 2014Mashed eggplants for side fish, hummus+chicken skewers for main course. Food comes fast and it's packed during lunch hours.
James MiaoNovember 16, 2015Everything is the best. My regular is the chicken skewers with hummus and the Israeli chopped salad. Sweet potato fries are excellent, too.
Benjy WeinbergerFebruary 2, 2016Fun fact: the wifi password, "abuhassan", is the name of a famous Tel Aviv hummus restaurant.
Ayse DibekFebruary 9, 2018Amazing selection of humus and generous portions as well. Also try the labheh
Rahim HashimOctober 24, 2016Lamb hummus, lebane, and especially the beef skewer are some of the best in the Bay Area. Wholly recommend!
Ro JDecember 30, 2013Chicken skewers and mozy's rice bowl. And hummus of course. Can't go wrong with this place. Doesn't get more authentic than this.- 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.
Mayank MahajanJuly 10, 2016Get the pita sandwiches! I like the Orens. If you're in a group definitely get a hummus platter to share.
Edward GonzalesAugust 16, 2014The hummus of course was outstanding. The portions were generous. The chicken skewers pair up well with the hummus.
Andrew SandlerJanuary 20, 2016Amazing 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.
Ole BMay 20, 2022I 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
- Tom MaxwellSeptember 18, 2015Delicious falafel pita sandwich, great mint tea. The courteous staff here cares about customer satisfaction but wasn't too pushy.
Their wifi password is named after one of the best hummus shops in Israel: Abu Hasan
The best humus in the Bay Area . Worth the wait or better - take away to eat in the park near by.- FrederikOctober 29, 2012Hummus 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.
Katie YamadaJune 24, 2015Hummus and unlimited pita are a must, as well as the schnitzel and everything else on the menu!
DanielNovember 18, 2016The chicken skewer is super juicy and tasty! Great hummus and middle Eastern appetizers
Heidi McIntoshFebruary 8, 2015I love there rice and there pita bread is great. I also love there chicken and cooked vegetables.
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 :)
Madhusmita PaloJanuary 25, 2015Insanely good hummus!!! Must try. Falafel is decent & pita is warm & soft. Also, the hot sauce is to die for.
Garry TanSeptember 5, 2016The chicken skewers are top notch. Get it with a double order of hummus and you're set.- Rem KoningJune 11, 2015Appetizers/small plates are super flavorful. Great eggplant. Labane. Sauces. And weirdly, sweet potato fries.
Karine HsuJune 14, 2016love this place. there are usually super long lines but it's definitely worth the wait.
Ash SethiJuly 15, 2012Get 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, 2016Hummus here is wicked. Never had this good hummus in western hemisphere when you take Istanbul as origin.
Adelle CharlesNovember 2, 2022Great happy hour from 3-5, half price wines and a ton of hummus and sampler platters.
Get the counter in the front for some of the best people watching in Palo Alto.
Ben RussoDecember 25, 2014Grab their hummus or other delicious sides to go. And some of their fresh pita bread!- best hummus I've ever had outside of Israel. the meat hummus and mushroom hummus are ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY AMAZING!
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Oren's Hummus
261 University Ave (btwn Ramona & Bryant)
Palo Alto, CA 94301
United States
Palo Alto, CA 94301
United States
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
(650) 752-6492
View menu on https://orenshummus.com/lunch-dinner-menu
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Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
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