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    Mediterranean Exploration Company (M.E.C.)

    333 Northwest 13th Avenue

    Portland, OR 97209


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    Food Menu

    Salatim

    • Pita

      $4.00
    • Raddichio Salad

      cherries. yogurt dressing. breadcrumbs
      $16.00
    • Gem Salad

      $16.00

    Mezze

    • Castelvetrano Olives

      olive oil. bay leaf
      $9.00
    • Falafel

      6 pieces falafel. tahina. green s’hug
      $14.00
    • Chicken Meatballs

      jalapeño. pistachio. frisée. toasted paprika aioli
      $19.00

    Mezze with Pita

    • Labneh & Marinated Squash

      tunisian harissa. fried sage. sumac-salt. pita
      $17.00
    • Roasted Eggplant Dip

      tahina. mint. smoked olive oil
      $16.00
    • Hummus Abu Hassan

      tahina. chickpeas. parsley
      $16.00
    • Braised Chard Hummus

      green chickpeas. leek. lemon oil. pine nut. pita
      $18.00
    • Side Cucumbers

      $3.00
    • Pita

      $4.00

    Piato

    • Greek Potatoes

      oregano. garlic. lemon
      $14.00
    • Greek Greens

      olive oil. chili flake. lemon juice
      $14.00
    • Mejadara

      rice. lentils. fried onion
      $15.00

    Roasted/Grilled

    • Adana Lamb Kebab

      grilled sweet pepper. wheat berry salad. urfa yogurt
      $24.00
    • Braised Lamb Boureka

      puff pastry. fava. mint. feta. red shatta
      $20.00
    • HALF Greek Lamb Chops*

      2 greek lamb chops. greek vinaigrette *The consumption of raw or undercooked meat, eggs & seafood may increase your risk of food-borne illness.
      $28.00
    • FULL Greek Lamb Chops*

      4 greek lamb chops. greek vinaigrette *The consumption of raw or undercooked meat, eggs & seafood may increase your risk of food-borne illness.
      $56.00

    Dessert

    • Baklava-3

      3 pieces
      $9.00
    • Chocolate Chip Tahini Cookie

      finished with sea salt
      $6.00

    Drink Menu

    Wines To Go

    • Anna Maria Abonna 'Netta' Piedmont, IT '24

      This Italian sparkling has a creamier structure with larger-bubbled mousse and lovely acidic tension. Notes of green apple and pear with a slight floral note of chamomile and bergamot. Delizioso!
      $48.00
    • Feudo Montoni 'Rose di Adele' '25

      Sicilian rosato! Pleasantly nervy, has a solid structure, and provides a fresh, persistent, and savory experience. Hints of pink rose petals and lychee, balance of black pepper and wild strawberries. Acidity comes through on the entire palate, keeping this a friendly rosato to enjoy.
      $50.40
    • Johan Vineyards 'Drueskall' '22

      This orange wine is absolutely stellar - mid weight, moderate acidity, and a touch of silky tannins. The palate shows a slightly leaner, blended citrus-stone fruit profile, with notes of black tea and crushed flowers.
      $50.40
    • Pra 'Otto' Soave Classico, Veneto, IT '24

      Crispy, clean white wine alert. Wet stones, followed by fresh acidity, green apple, juicy lemon, and lime flavors.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $45.00
    • Clos des Rocs 'Les Barres' Chardonnay, Burgundy, FR '23

      This is a medium plus bodied with no perception of oak just a lovely creaminess and a great mineral finish with some good length. Notes of fresh apple, butterscotch, honey, and yellow stone fruit.
      $59.50
    • Cowhorn 'Spiral White' Applegate Valley, OR ‘24

      A New-World Rhône white blend and a crowd favorite. The freshest example of bright aromatics and a lively, refreshing acid-driven mouthfeel. Butterscotch and lemon curd aromas, along with notes of sage. Flavors of kiwi and lime, but the tiny bits of strawberry and wet stones are a joy!
      $48.00
    • Quinta da Muradella 'Candea' Monterrei, SP '22

      From NE Spain, the classic spanish blend shows a light body with notes of pink peppercorn, black fruit and refreshing acidity. Yum!
      $48.00
    • Arnot-Roberts Gamay, El Dorado, CA '24

      This wine is elegant, dense, but shows light on its feet. Notes of rainier cherry fruit inflected with cinnamon and blood orange zest.
      $50.40
    • Rodica, Refosk, Trustee, Istria, SI '24

      Spicy black berries, forest floor, a little hay and of course, velvety tannins.
      $48.00
    • Chateau Mazeris, Canon Fronsac, Bordeaux, FR ‘16

      Black cherry, blackberry, red currant and wild flower on the nose - the palate is more dark in nature with dark berry forest fruit and an inky finish
      $54.00

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    Feudo Montoni 'Rose di Adele' '25

    $50.40

    Sicilian rosato! Pleasantly nervy, has a solid structure, and provides a fresh, persistent, and savory experience. Hints of pink rose petals and lychee, balance of black pepper and wild strawberries. Acidity comes through on the entire palate,...

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    All hours
    Sunday4:00 pm - 9:30 pm
    Monday4:00 pm - 9:30 pm
    Tuesday4:00 pm - 9:30 pm
    Wednesday4:00 pm - 9:30 pm
    Thursday4:00 pm - 9:30 pm
    Friday4:00 pm - 9:30 pm
    Saturday4:00 pm - 9:30 pm
    Restaurant info

    Mediterranean Exploration Company (MEC) is Sesame Collective’s flagship restaurant in Portland, Oregon. Serving cuisine from the Mediterranean and beyond, MEC draws from extensive research and global travels. Located in the heart of Portland’s industrial Pearl District, MEC is a vibrant, energetic restaurant with an open hearth kitchen, and a playful beverage program.

    Location

    333 Northwest 13th Avenue, Portland, OR 97209

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