Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 10:00 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Allentown: 6:25 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ.
Location & directions
449 North 2nd StreetAllentown, PA 18109
About Damascus
Damascus is a Mediterranean restaurant you'll find at 449 North 2nd Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. It is one of 278 places to eat and drink we list in Allentown.
Damascus is open 5 days a week, usually 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday).
Available service options are dine-in. Offerings include vegetarian options.
Quick facts
- Category
- Mediterranean Restaurant
- Address
- 449 North 2nd Street, Allentown, PA 18109
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Mediterranean restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Damascus’s weekday schedule with 40 other Mediterranean restaurants in Pennsylvania. On a typical weekday it opens at 10:00 AM, earlier than 85% of them (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 7:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 47 hours a week, 16 hours fewer than the local median of 63. 65% of Mediterranean restaurants in Pennsylvania open on Sundays; Damascus does not.
Compared with 40 other Mediterranean restaurants in Pennsylvania that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Mediterranean restaurants in Pennsylvania
Based on 11 menus with 691 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants in Pennsylvania, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.25 and $16.50.
We don’t have Damascus’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Mediterranean restaurants in Pennsylvania typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hummus | 45% | $8.49 |
| Baklava | 45% | $4.19 |
| Greek Salad | 36% | $13.99 |
| Falafel Wrap | 36% | $10.99 |
| Falafel | 27% | $5.50 |
| Falafel Platter | 27% | $15.00 |
| Grape Leaves | 27% | $12.00 |
| Hot Chocolate | 27% | $4.50 |
Calculated from 11 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
Offerings
- Vegetarian options
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Damascus there are 7 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 42 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Mexican & Tex-Mex (5), Chinese (5), Latin American & Caribbean (5), and Bars & Pubs (4).
Damascus is the only Mediterranean restaurant within a mile (2 within three miles). The next closest is Breeze Mediterranean, 1.4 mi away.
6 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- PizzaJack's Pizza0.2 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsEgypt Star Bakery0.2 mi
- VietnameseCafe Phuong0.4 mi
- ChineseWun Wu0.5 mi
- Latin American & CaribbeanSarandonga0.5 mi
What to expect at a Mediterranean restaurant
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants serve the cooking of Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Israel, Persia, Morocco and their neighbors. Expect grilled meats and kebabs, falafel, hummus and other dips, fresh salads, rice dishes and plenty of bread – often baked in house.
What to order
- Gyro or shawarma – spit-roasted meat in a pita or on a plate
- Falafel – a crisp chickpea fritter and a vegetarian staple
- Hummus and baba ghanoush – classic dips for the table
- Kebabs – chicken, lamb or kofta from the grill
Good to know
- Mezze platters are an economical way for groups to try many dishes.
- Much of the menu is naturally vegetarian or easy to adapt.
- Ask whether the pita is baked in house – it makes a difference.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Damascus's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Damascus open on Sunday?
No, Damascus is closed on Sundays.
Where is Damascus located?
Damascus is located at 449 North 2nd Street, Allentown, PA 18109.
Does Damascus offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Damascus. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Damascus open late?
No, Damascus usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Damascus?
There are 42 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Damascus. Nearby options include Jack's Pizza (0.2 mi), Egypt Star Bakery (0.2 mi), and Cafe Phuong (0.4 mi).
Are there other Mediterranean restaurants near Damascus?
None within a mile. The closest is Breeze Mediterranean, 1.4 mi away.
How much do Mediterranean restaurants in Pennsylvania cost?
Based on 11 menus with 691 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants in Pennsylvania, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.25 and $16.50.
Nearby places
All in Allentown
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