Najar's Place
17a St Giles', Oxford OX1 3LU, United Kingdom
4.6
584 reviews
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QP4R+7C Oxford, United Kingdom
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Cannot fault their food at all!
It’s a real pity that there isn’t a seating area so you have to do takeaway.
They do so much from that little place, it’s actually amazing!
Will definitely be back.
There are other items available on the menu, including the salad box which looked equally fab. Can't wait to go back to try more of the menu.
The lengthy and parsimonious menu can be a deterrent for some, but fear not, there’s a way around it: if you can’t decide what to get or simply don’t have the time to read through all the menu options (and are feeling very hungry) your best bet is going for the “everything wrap”. For just £5 you can get anything and everything you like from the stall to the point where you start wondering how all of that can fit into one wrap.
The staff are usually super patient and they will explain what the different ingredients are and even encourage you to try more stuff. Of course if you are not extremely hungry and want a cheaper option you can ask for just a few of the fillings that loom good without having to get the “everything wrap”. Some of the fillings that are a must-try according to me are their super crunchy falafel, the homemade hummus, their lamb mufarakeh (absolutely phenomenal), baba ghanoush, tabbouleh (different type of salad, I like it even more than baba ghanoush), and their roasted pepper mix. The only filling I am not particularly crazy about is their halloumi which has an odd rubbery texture. If you like your wraps on the saltier side I’d add something like greek olives or feta as the rest of the fillings can be quite salt-neutral.
Some things to keep in mind: they are CASH ONLY, but there is an ATM next to the Sainsbury’s across the street. They don’t take names and once your wrap is ready just shout out the contents of the wrap so if there is a large crowd you have to remember what you ordered and watch out for it to avoid someone else taking your wrap by mistake. You will probably be best off going in off-peak hours (normally peak times are 11am-1pm and 5pm-7pm) as this way you can get your wrap quickly and efficiently (the staff is also way less rushed so you can take your time choosing your meal)
Overall, Najar’s place deserves a plaque on the Oxford lunch hall of fame for its quality, variety, and prices. A definite must-try!
Ordered a mixed Mezze platter. £8!! WOW!!
What a mixture of flavours. You have to taste it to believe it! There was spicy, sweet, chilli, grilled veg and so much more! Vegetarians: this is your heaven!! All on one plate!
A proper plastic plate that you get to keep too. Can’t describe it enough. Just look at the photos and you’ll see what I mean!
Sat down just on the other side of the wall and ate it while watching the world go by and the sun on our faces. Quite big portion for two so had to take the rest home!!
Will be going there again soon!!