Cafe Delphi Will Fill in Gap in Central’s Dining Options

CENTRAL — Central’s first restaurant specializing in Greek, Lebanese, and classic Mediterranean cuisine opened for business Wednesday in the City Market, corner Greenwell Springs and Magnolia Bridge roads.

Cafe Delphi, 18654 Magno-

lia Bridge Rd., is owned by Mir Hassan who

also owns Arzi’s Restaurant at 5219 Government Street.

Hassan said he is opening in Central because he thinks there is a market in the community for authentic Greek. Lebanese, and Mediterranean food.

The restaurant was named after the Greek city of Delphi where the Oracle of Delphi reputedly made pronouncements in ancient times.

“We want to create a new brand,” Hassan said.

He said the restaurant will strive to provide authentic cuisine with fast, efficient service, and a friendly atmosphere.

The restaurant’s hours will be 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 12 noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday.

A grand opening is planned for 10 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 10.

Menu items include the following:

• Feta Salad with chicken shawarma, gyros, or shrimp.

• Mediterranean salad

• Fattosh salad

• Tabouleh

• Delphi pasta

• Chicken shawarma

• Gyros

• Lamb shank

• Kabob

• Mediterranean sampler

• Vegetarian plate

• Louis’ eggplant special

• Delphi’s fish

• Pita wraps

• Kids meals

• Appetizers include hummus, bab ghanoushe, grecian dip, meat grape leaves, cabbage rolls, falafel, fried kibbi, musaka, and mujadarah

• Desserts such as tiramisu, baklava, and cheesecake.

The phone number is 663-6649 or fax 663-6089.  Their website is www.cafedelphi.com, and their Facebook page is Cafe Delphi.