About Us
Food that lifts you up!
Bringing Heart, Health & Humanity to Food
At Jaffa Mediterranean Grill, we believe that food is more than just sustenance—it’s a way to connect, to nourish, and to celebrate culture. Our mission is simple: to serve food that tastes amazing while helping people eat well and live well. From our fresh, high-quality ingredients to our warm hospitality, everything we do is rooted in care—for our customers, our community, and the people who make it all possible.
Our Story: A Taste of Home
Our story began with a serendipitous meeting between Mohammad Asrawi and Tareq Zayed, two Palestinians who found themselves far from home in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. A conversation sparked over their shared heritage and language, and soon, a friendship grew—one rooted in culture, ambition, and a deep love for authentic Palestinian and Mediterranean flavors.
Living in Maine, we missed the vibrant, fresh dishes of our homeland. The local options never quite captured the true essence of the food we cherished. So when an opportunity arose—a small space in the local mall’s food court—we made a determined decision. With passion, hard work, and a shared vision, we set out to create something great: a place where every hungry person could experience the rich, comforting flavors of home.
This is more than just a restaurant to us—it’s a taste of tradition, a celebration of heritage, and an invitation to share in the warmth of Palestinian hospitality.
Our Food: Where Flavor Meets Freshness
At Jaffa Mediterranean Grill, we believe that deliciousness and health go hand in hand. Our food is made with simple, high-quality ingredients, prepared fresh daily to ensure bold flavors and wholesome goodness in every bite.
- Authentic & Homemade – Inspired by traditional Mediterranean recipes, crafted with love.
- Fresh & Wholesome – We use high-quality ingredients that nourish the body and soul.
- 100% Halal – We ensure that our food meets the highest ethical and quality standards.
