Al Dar Bistro Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Al Dar Bistro, a vibrant culinary gem nestled at 281 Montgomery Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA, where Middle Eastern flavors shine. Their menu is a delightful journey, featuring fresh ingredients and authentic recipes. Start your experience with the Ful Mudammas, a hearty blend of fava beans, or indulge in the rich Awarma, hummus topped with minced beef and pine nuts.
For sandwich lovers, the Lamb Gyro is a must-try, marrying marinated lamb with refreshing vegetables and yogurt sauce. Seafood enthusiasts will delight in dishes like Chilled Moussaka and the top-rated Arctic Char—although sometimes popular items may run out due to high demand.
With its welcoming ambiance and attentive service, Al Dar Bistro is perfect for both special gatherings and casual dinners. Experience the warmth of Middle Eastern hospitality, where each dish feels like a cherished family recipe.
Dinner Appetizers and Small Plates
Grilled Vegetables
Onion, zucchini, squash, bell pepper, feta. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Calamari
Fried, tomato sauce or grilled over greens, lemon, garlic.
Steamed Mussels
Garlic-white wine or light tomato basil sauce. Gluten-free.
Dolmades Avgolemono
Stuffed grape leaves, tomato, chickpeas. Gluten-free. Vegetarian
Awarma
Hummus, minced beef, pine nuts, pepper. Gluten-free.
Wings
Choice of spicy Buffalo or grilled BBQ, garlic dip or blue cheese.
Classic Mazza
Hummus, baba, tabouleh. Vegetarian.
Falafel
Chickpeas, fava beans, garlic, onion, tahini, lettuce, tomato. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Ful Mudammas
One pint. Fava beans, onion, garlic, tomato, lemon, olive oil. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Hummus
One pint. Chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Baba
One pint. Eggplant, tahini, garlic, lemon. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Tabouleh
One pint. Parsley, tomato, mint, lemon, olive oil. Vegetarian.
Tzatziki
One pint. House-made yogurt, mint, cucumber, garlic. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Feta Cheese
Tomato, cucumber, olive, oregano. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Chilled Moussaka
One pint. Eggplant, chickpeas, onions, tomato, pepper. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Mixed Beans
One pint. Olives oil, lemon, garlic, basil. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Kibbeh Ball
Priced per piece. Minced lamb, bulgur wheat, onion.
Mujadara
Lentils, rice, olive oil, caramelized onion. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Arnabeet Salad
Cauliflower, cucumber, tomato, tomato, lemon, olive oil. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Arnabeet Tahini
Cauliflower, tahini, tomato. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Caprese
sliced tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil and balsamic vinaigrette.
Avocado Salad
Served with fresh mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, and Dijon mustard.
Arugula Salad
Served with goat cheese, and walnuts in a lemon olive oil dressing.
Beet Salad
Served with onions over greens in a lemon olive oil dressing.
Sauteed Mussel
Served with meat over greens in a lemon olive oil dressing.
Soup of the Day
Gazpacho
Caesar Salad
Romaine, Caesar dressing, crouton. Vegetarian.
Greek Country Salad
Mixed greens, feta, olives, bell pepper, balsamic. Gluten-free. Vegetarian
Mixed Greens Salad
Tomato, pepper, radish, cucumber, balsamic. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Fattoush Salad
Mixed greens, pita, sumac, lemon, olive oil. Vegetarian.
Israeli Salad
Romaine, mixed greens, tomato, onion, cucumber, lemon, olive oil. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Dinner Salad Ballads
Dinner Sandwiches and Gyros
Turkey Burger
Tomato, lettuce, grilled onion.
Kobe Burger
Tomato, lettuce, grilled onion.
Chicken Gyro
Marinated chicken, lettuce, tomato, yoghurt.
Lamb Gyro
Marinated lamb, lettuce, tomato, yoghurt.
Veggie Gyro
Mixed vegetables, lettuce, tomato, hummus. Vegetarian.
Falafel Gyro
House falafel, lettuce, tomato, tahini. Vegetarian.
Hamburger
Tomato, lettuce, grilled onion.
Moussaka
Minced beef, eggplant, carrot, celery, peas, bechamel, tomato. Gluten-free.
Vegetable Moussaka
Eggplant, carrot, celery, peas, bechamel, tomato. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Chicken Riganati
Chicken breast, potato, olive oil, lemon, oregano. Gluten-free.
Kibbeh Bsanniye
Minced sirloin, bulgur wheat, onions, pepper, yoghurt.
Chicken and Vegetables
Apple, raisin, sweet curry, couscous.
Portobello Penne
Spinach, tomato, garlic, wine, olive oil. Vegetarian.
Chicken Kebab
Peppers, onions, mixed vegetables, rice. Gluten-free.
Kafta Kebab
Minced sirloin, hummus, peppers, onions, mixed vegetables, rice. Gluten-free.
Lamb Kebab
Marinated prime lamb, peppers, onions, mixed vegetables, rice. Gluten-free.
Filet Mignon Kebab
Peppers, onions, mixed vegetables, rice. Gluten-free.
Stuffed Cabbage
Rice, tomato, mint, chickpeas, mixed vegetables. Gluten-free.
Shrimp Fra Diavolo
Lemon, fennel, chili, tomato, Parmegiana cream, rice. Gluten-free.
Spanakopita
Filo pastry, spinach, feta, scallions, dill. Vegetarian.
Roz Bi Djaj
Cinnamon braised chicken, spinach rice, pine nuts. Gluten-free.
Moroccan Chicken
Sweet curry, couscous.
Shrimp Linguine
Light tomato sauce.
Chicken Penne
Light cream sauce.
Pan Seared Kanpachi
Served over couscous with sauteed artichokes and scallions in a provencal sauce.
Crab Cakes
Baked served with rice and vegetable.
Dinner Entrees
Dinner Specials
Salmon
Served with a honey mustard coconut crust with mashed potatoes and broccoli rabe.
Grilled Whole Bronzino
Served with grilled vegetables with lemon, garlic, and olive oil.
Rack of Lamb
Roasted with Dijon mustard and herbs served with mashed potatoes and vegetables.
Striped Bass
Pan-seared served over couscous with artichokes, and scallions in Provencal sauce.
Half Chicken
Grilled marinated chicken, marinated with garlic and herbs, served with mashed potatoes and vegetables.
Catfish
Blackened over mashed potatoes and sauteed spinach
Sea Scallops
Pan seared over couscous and sauteed spinach with garlic, butter and white wine sauce
Family Dinner for 4 people
served with hummus and pita bread
Family Dinner with SALMON for 4 people
Honey mustard coconut crusted SALMON served with rice and vegetables served with hummus and pita bread
Salmon Cakes
Baked served with rice and vegetable.
NY Strip Steak
Grilled steak served with Au Poivre with mashed potatoes and vegetables.
Artic Char
Pistachio crusted served over sauteed bok choy and couscous
Swordfish
Grilled with tahini pine nut sauce served with rice and vegetables
Blue Fin Tuna
Pan seared over sauted spinach and couscous In ginger garlic sauce
Tuna
Sesame crusted Tuna over summer salad with olive oil and lemon dressing
Matzo ball soup
Gefilte fish
Served over greens with horseradish and egg
Brisket au jus
served with mashed potatoes and vegetables
Rosh Hashanah meal
includes: Matzo ball soup; Gefilte fish; choice of one entree Salmon w/ honey mustard coconut crust, Brisket au jus, or Chicken stuffed w/ Matzo bread all served mashed potatoes and vegetables; Apple cake.
Apple cake
Chicken stuffed w/ Matzo bread
served with mashed potatoes and vegetables
Halibut
Pan seared over Summer salad with olive oil lemon dressing
Classic Cheese Pita Pizza
Tomato, mozzarella.
Feta Cheese Pita Pizza
Roasted bell pepper, black olives, tomato.
Mediterranean Pita Pizza
Zucchini, squash, onions, roasted pepper, tomato, mozzarella.
Mushroom Pita Pizza
Tomato, spinach, mozzarella.
Margherita Pita Pizza
Fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil.
Dinner Pita Pizza Pies
Dinner Sides and More
Rice
Chicken Fingers
Veggies
Chickpeas
Cucumber
Spinach
Gorgonzola Cheese
Roasted Peppers
Broccoli Rabe
Peppers
Portabella Mushroom
Egg
Avocado
Couscous
Sauteed Onions
Goat Cheese
Mushrooms
Eggplant
Mashed Potatoes
French Fries
Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Sweet Potato Fries
Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Kids' Pasta
Vegetarian.
Cheese
Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Foul Moudamas
Fava beans, onion, garlic, tomato, lemon, olive oil. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Kibbeh Balls
Minced lamb, bulgur wheat, onion.
Tomato and Cheese
Served with basil and balsamic vinaigrette.
Lunch Appetizers and Small Plates
Lunch Salad Ballads
Tuscan Kale Salad
Port figs, apple, almonds, Parmigiana. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Marinated Chicken Salad
Mixed greens, honey, poppy seeds, balsamic. Gluten-free.
Gorgonzola Chicken Salad
Mixed greens, balsamic. Gluten-free.
Waldorf Salad
Mixed greens, apples, walnuts, chicken, honey mustard. Gluten-free.
Al Dar Burger
Tomato, lettuce, grilled onion.
Open Face Tuna Melt Sandwich
Pita, tomato, Swiss cheese, onions.
Crab Cake Sandwich
Lettuce, tomato, cocktail, or tartar sauce.
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Lettuce, tomato, grilled onion, honey mustard.
Lunch Sandwiches and Gyros
Lunch Pita Pizza Pies
Mushroom Kale Pita Pizza
Pesto, onion, wild mushroom, Tuscan kale, mozzarella.
Djaj Pita Pizza
Cinnamon braised chicken, port figs, mozzarella, arugula, balsamic, pine nuts.
Stuffed Calamari
Feta, roasted pepper, onion, mixed vegetables, rice. Gluten-free.
Al Dar Ratatouille
Eggplant, tomato, pepper, onion, basil, garlic. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Kofta Kebab
Minced sirloin, hummus, peppers, onions, mixed vegetables, rice. Gluten-free.
Shawarma Platter
Marinated lamb, Turkish salad, yoghurt. Gluten-free.
Lunch Entrees
Lunch Sides and More
Sauteed Onion
American Cheese
Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Salmon Cake
Served with rice and vegetables.
California Burger Bowl
Served with grilled tomato, onion, lettuce, and avocado in a vinaigrette glaze.
Chicken Stir Fry
Over rice.
Grilled Chicken Breast
Served with marsala mushroom, rice and vegetables.
Grilled Portabella Mushroom
Served with sauteed spinach, tomato, and mozzarella cheese on Brioche bread with a vinaigrette glaze.
Omelette
Served with a side of french fries.
Salad Nicoise
White tuna, lettuce, tomato, onion, egg, and potatoes in a citrus dressing.