Safier Mediterranean Deli

This place is forever where I will be going prior to any concert at the Mercury Ballroom or the Brown Theater. We had a great experience here. We ordered all sorts of food because we wanted to bring some back to our husbands who didn't come with us. Everything we tried was delicious, and the portions were generous where they more than held us over the whole evening. The atmosphere is pretty basic, but in the best way. This place doesn't pretend to be more than it is: it is simply perfect. The staff is super friendly and helpful. And the location could not be more convenient! Just a few steps away from some awesome concert venues. Can't wait to be back!

MAY20242.5 I'd say for what I had. We had gotten food to go since it's easy to hold and travel with. Service was helpful with any questions.I had gotten the falafel wrap. While it was light pricing, the wrap itself left a lot to be desired. Falafel was decent, easy to bite through but not crispy at all. Aside from the falafel there wasn't really anything else in it vegetable wise leaving a lot to be desired in this case.

Nice place for quick Mediterranean food. I had the combo beef and chicken with a side of stuffed grape leaves. The portions were huge! Meats were seasoned perfectly. Grape leaves were ok, not great. Service quick and friendly and the price was right. Good find.

Despite high praise in reviews, the chicken was dry and only moderately flavorful. It also didn't seem fresh, nor did the stiff pita bread. However, the garlic sauce was wonderfully fluffy and rich. I did appreciate the option to order a side of meat. Service was quick, with indoor seating available, and paid on-street parking nearby. Reasonable prices.

I just really love the great taste and even better price of this spot. If I lived closer to downtown I would be a frequent flier. Where else can you go and get a delicious meal that will stuff you to the brim for under $10?!

This is a place where you order at the counter and sit if you'd like or take it to go. I ordered the Beef Shawarma sandwich to go and also a piece of baklava. The service was polite and they were very efficient, I only waited I think two or three minutes for my sandwich. The sandwich is big as you can see, and it was pretty heavy, there's a good amount of meat in it. The sandwich was very tasty, and very enjoyable. It was very filling also, I could not eat it all.The baklava was delicious, I'm glad I ordered it. The phyllo dough was very crispy, and the dessert had just the right amount of sweetness.

Very cute space in downtown Louisville. Not a big space (very standard deli size), but there is seating in the back. Service was super nice, and the food came out fast. I got the falafel platter and it was delicious. Huge fan of their pickles! Their toum and hummus is definitely worth getting more pita for. Also, the baklava is so good, I ate it all before I could stop myself.Standard disclaimer about the downtown parking situation being crowded!

fire, food was delicious. I got the beef schwarma plate. I'll definitely go back very soon.

Safier -- it's a downtown mainstay and should not be taken for granted.I found myself on S. Fourth Street at lunch time recently, and a smile spread across my face when I realized Safier was nearby.Just like old times, you wait in a line leading to the counter to order. And if you're lucky you can snag a table indoors or out on the sidewalk.I got my favorite, the chicken shawarma plate. Their chicken shawarma is the best shawarma I've found in Louisville. It's perfectly seasoned and tender. This also came with tzatziki sauce, salad and pita bread. I opted for a mango lassi too.My lunch was fast and delicious -- can't ask for more.

The mujadara I had was dry, lacked flavor, and was honestly probably the worst mujadara I've had in my life. The baba ghanouj was delicious, smoky, and made just right. The hummus was okay. The bread was dry and coarse. The spinach pie lacked flavor and spices. I was honestly disappointed with my meal. My partner had a Greek salad and she loved it.