1620 N Lake Shore Dr
310 Washington St
218 N Throop St
250 S Eastwood Dr
4411 W Elm St
2433 N Richmond Rd
Falafel Wrap or Plate
Our Falafel are zesty fava bean fritters. 3 Falafel are rolled into a Lebanese Pita (or for a plate, Pita or GF crackers on the side) along with creamy Hummus and Jerusalem Salad dressed with Tahina. Add a hot sauce, and you have a great mix of flavors & textures.
$7.00 |
Inde-Wrap or Plate
Brought in from our old menu, this popular item features 3 Falafel rolled into a Lebanese Pita (or for a plate, Pita or GF crackers on the side) along with Hummus, Matboukha (Moroccan Salsa) and Feta Cheese.
$7.00 |
Salad Wrap or Plate
Enjoy up to 3 Salads rolled into a Lebanese Pita (or for a plate, Pita or GF crackers on the side). Popular sample combinations: Hummus, Moroccan Eggplant and Cucumber Salad; or Hummus & Spicy Olives.
$7.00 |
Sabich Wrap or Plate
Our version of an Israeli favorite, the Sabich Wrap includes Hummus, Hard Boiled Egg, Moroccan Eggplant Salad and Jerusalem Salad. We add two Falafel as well.
$7.00 |
Pita Pizza
Another Expressly Leslie exclusive created in the Cafe, our Pita Pizzas and Pizza Bagels feature Matboukha (Moroccan "salsa"), Moroccan Eggplant, Middle Eastern sliced green olives, red bell pepper, Feta cheese and Mozarella cheese -- an amazing and much-loved combination! Vegan Pizzas substitute Hummus for Feta and Mozarella cheeses.
$8.00 |
Bagel Pizza
Our exclusive Pita Pizza toppings on a New York Bagels & Bialys Whole Wheat Bagel half.
$4.00 |
Twisted Omelet
A dish we created right here at Expressly Leslie's, the Twisted Omelet has become a favorite! Like our Wraps, it is an easy-to-carry-and-eat satisfying meal. A three-egg Spinach, Mushroom and Feta Cheese Omelet is rolled up with Matboukha (Moroccan Salsa) in a Lebanese Pita. Mmm..mmm...good.
$8.00 |
Add two Falafel for $1.00.
Expressly Leslie Plate: "The Plate"
Our Expressly Leslie Plate offers generous samples of our Seven Daily Salads plus two additional Salads, nine in all! Our Seven Daily Salads include: Cucumber Salad (not vegan), Ful, Hummus, Jerusalem Salad, Matboukha, Moroccan Eggplant and Spicy Olive Salad. Our two additional Salads will change daily and include many favorites you first tasted here as well as new items. At the end of the day, any of these rotating salads that remain will be moved into the Chik Chak Chow Refrigerator and will be available as long as they last for $4.00 / half pint.
$9.00 |
Fatoush - Salad of Mixed Greens & Pita
Fatoush is derived from the Arabic fatt "crush" and a suffix of Turkic origin -ush. It refers to Pita croutons that are a prominent feature of this salad. Mixed greens and seasonal vegetables along with croutons make up a beautiful and delicious salad dressed with lemon, extra virgin olive oil, sumac and a hint of mint. Salad may vary seasonally.
$7.00 |
Hummus / Salsa Snack
1/2 Pint of Hummus or Matboukha (Moroccan Salsa) or a combo with Pita, GF crackers or veggie stix.
$5.00 |
Falafel Snack
Five Falafel with Tahina for dipping. Easy if you're "on the go."
$5.00 |
We offer three soups: Red Lentil and Veggie Chili every day and a Soup of the Day. All soups are served with warm, whole wheat Pita.
Red Lentil Soup
Small (12 Oz.) | $5.00 |
Large (16 Oz.) | $6.00 |
Veggie Chili
Small (12 Oz.) | $5.00 |
Large (16 Oz.) | $6.00 |
Soup Of The Day
We have an ever-growing variety of soups for our Soup of the Day. These are usually gluten-free and often vegan. Ask us!
Small (12 Oz.) | $5.00 |
Large (16 Oz.) | $6.00 |
Salads may vary seasonally.
Carry-out Salads
Single (1/2 pint) | $4.00 |
Double (1 pint) | $8.00 |
All Salads are gluten free except Tabouleh. All Salads are vegan except Babaganousz, Cucumber Salad, Dill Potato Salad, Labne and Red Cabbage Slaw. We offer 7 Daily Salads and 2 Rotating Salads, all made fresh daily on site. You can order Salads in any combination on a plate or in a pocket, with or without Falafel, to eat in or to carry out.
Babaganousz (Smoked Eggplant Dip)
Beet Salad
Cucumber Salad With Labneh
Thinly sliced, crispy cucumbers in Labne/Yoghurt.
Dill Potato Salad
Ful
Fava beans richy seasoned with garlic, cumin, a little heat, lemon & cilantro.
Hummus
A creamy dip made of chickpeas seasoned with Tahina, garlic, lemon & cumin.
Jerusalem Salad
A small dice of tomatoes, cucumbers, red bell peppers, red onion and cilantro, dressed with Tahina.
Labneh (Yogurt Spread/Dip)
Matboukha (Moroccan Salsa)
A tomato based Moroccan "salsa."
Moroccan Carrot Salad
Moroccan Eggplant Salad
One of our most popular salads, Moroccan Eggplant blends fried eggplant, onion, a tomato based sauce & a rich seasoning blend.
Red Cabbage Slaw
Spicy Green Olive Salad
Green Middle Eastern olives in a delicious and zesty tomato based sauce.
Sweet Pepper Salad
Sweet Potato Salad
Tabouleh (Cracked Wheat Salad)
Soup & Salad Combo
Includes a small Soup of your choice and up to three Salad choices. Served with warm, whole wheat Pita.
$8.00 |
Bugs Bunny Smoothie
Our own blend of fresh seasonal Fruits and fresh frozen Berries, Pomegranate juice, Carrot and a bit of Spinach.
$5.00 |
Traditional Smoothie
Add Labneh (a thick, creamy Yogurt) to the Bugs Bunny Smoothie.
$5.00 |
Hot Tea
You may request fresh Mint - $1.00 extra.
$1.00 |
Hot Chocolate
Seasonal - whipped with real Milk & Sugar.
$3.00 |
All Other Drinks
Select from Chik Chak Chow cooler.
$1.00 |
Falafel Sandwich Tray
The Falafel sandwich tray comes complete with all the fixings for Falafel sandwiches for your guests: Falafel, Hummus, Jerusalem Salad, Tahina, Z'hug and whole wheat Pita.
Per Person | $9.00 |
MidEast Feast Trays
Feast on an assortment of Middle Eastern salads. Each tray offers freshly prepared, richly flavored delights.
Per Person | $9.00 |
Delicious before or with your meal.
Moroccan Eggplant & Hummus Bites
Per Person | $3.00 |
Moroccan Deviled Eggs
Min. 15
Per Person | $3.00 |
Falafel Snack
Per Person | $3.00 |
Red Lentil Kefta
Min. 15
Per Person | $3.00 |
Hummus, Matbouhkha, Labne or a Combo (Platter)
Veggie Stix, Pita or Gluten Free Chips accompany the platter.
Per Person | $3.00 |
Fresh Fruit Platter
Per Person | $3.00 |
Dishes we prepare and you warm for your guests.
Stuffed Peppers
Red or Yellow Peppers with couscous filling (vegetarian) or mushroom and brown rice filling (vegan).
Per Person | $9.00 |
Stuffed Zucchini
Zucchini filled with a mushroom and brown rice filling or a red lentil and cracked wheat filling completed with a tomato based sauce.
Per Person | $8.00 |
Spicy Moroccan Chickpeas with Quinoa
Per Person | $8.00 |
North African Veggie Stew with Quinoa
Per Peson | $8.00 |
Butternut Squash & Carrot Stew with Quinoa
Per Person | $8.00 |
All soups come with whole wheat Pita. Other Soups available with a min. order of 2 quarts: Potato & Cabbage, Brown Lentil with Spinach, Potato & Leek, Tabouleh, Veggie Matzah Ball, Mushroom Barley, Sweet Potato, Beet Soup, Gingery Carrot, Chorba and more. Ask us!
Red Lentil Soup
12 Oz | $5.00 |
1 Pint | $6.00 |
1 Quart | $12.00 |
Veggie Chili
12 Oz | $5.00 |
1 Pint | $6.00 |
1 Quart | $12.00 |
Beet Salad
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Cucumber Salad With Labneh
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Dill Potato Salad
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Ful
Zesty, saucy Fava beans.
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Hummus
Creamy chickpea dip.
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Jerusalem Salad
Diced tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, red bell peppers and cilantro.
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Labneh
Yogurt spread/dip.
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Matboukha
Moroccan salsa.
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Moroccan Carrot Salad
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Moroccan Eggplant Salad
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Red Cabbage Slaw
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Spicy Green Olive Salad
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Sweet Pepper Salad
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Sweet Potato Salad
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Tabouleh
Cracked wheat salad.
1/2 Pint | $4.00 |
1 Pint | $8.00 |
1 Quart | $16.00 |
Consultation & Items Not on This Menu
Please contact us to discuss your catering needs. We offer a number of items that are not listed on this menu and can customize a vegetarian or vegan feast for your event.