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    Mandi Xpress Yemeni Restaurant And Coffee 3940 University Ave

    3940 University Ave

    Riverside, CA 92501


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    Featured Items

    • Chicken Mandi

      Roasted chicken to perfection, sitting on a bed of aromatic Basmati Rice with the option of fried onions, almonds, and raisins on top.
      $17.99+
    • Fresh Yemeni Bread

      Experience authentic Yemeni bread, traditionally baked in tandoor ovens.
      $3.99
    • Hummus

      (Fava beans served with olive oil, cumin, and optionally with chopped parsley, garlic, onion, lemon juice, chili pepper, and other vegetables, herbs, and spices)
      $6.99

    Xpress Mandi

    Xpress Breakfast

    • Xpress Breakfast Plate

      Served with (three types of cheese, fresh olives, cucumber, tomatoes, greens, strawberry, orange jam, butter, and poached egg or foul) All are served with fresh Yemeni bread and red tea.
      $36.99

    Xpress Soup

    • Lamb Soup

      Delicious Lamb Soup – A magical blend of the finest ingredients to warm your soul and brighten your day. Perfect for cozy evenings or a quick meal.
      $3.99
    • Lentil Soup

      Our vegetarian Lentil Soup is a comforting bowl of goodness. Tender lentils in a rich broth with seasonal vegetables and savory herbs. A soul-satisfying experience.
      $5.99

    Xpress Qolaba

    • Shakshouka

      Eggs cooked with freshly cut onions, green onions, and tomatoes.
      $16.99
    • Foul Xpress

      Mashed fava beans with seasoned tomato sauce.
      $16.99
    • Kibdda Qolaba

      Lamb liver sauteed with onions, green onions, and tomatoes.
      $20.99

    Xpress Appetizer

    • Cheese Sambousa (2 apices)

      Crispy, golden pastry pockets filled with a warm, melty blend of delicious cheeses. A perfect savory snack or appetizer.
      $5.99
    • Beef Sambousa(2 apices)

      3 Ground beef, fresh onions, fresh garlic, green onions, fresh parsley, a mix of spices wrapped with a phyllo sheet and then fried.
      $5.99
    • Mutabbal / Baba ganoush

      Chargrilled eggplants are mashed with garlic, yogurt, and tahini sauce.
      $6.99
    • Hummus

      (Fava beans served with olive oil, cumin, and optionally with chopped parsley, garlic, onion, lemon juice, chili pepper, and other vegetables, herbs, and spices)
      $6.99
    • Spicy Potato

      Fresh potatoes cut into cubes with a homemade Yemeni spice.
      $9.99
    • Xpress Kibbeh (3 pieces)

      Spiced meat and bulgur wheat, fried crispy. Served with your choice of tangy yogurt sauce or a side of fresh salad, it's a quick and satisfying bite of authentic flavor.
      $10.99

    Xpress Authntic Dishes

    • Fahsah

      A shredded lamb and beef whipped fenugreek served bubbling hot, cooked on the traditional Yemeni plate made of a carved stone. (Comes with one big Yemeni bread).
      $22.99

    Xpress Salad

    • Green Salad

      Freshly cut salad with Italian dressing
      $6.99

    Xpress Lunch- Dinner

    • Lamb Burma

      Fresh lamb meat and soup cooked with stewed vegetables until fall- cooked in the traditional Yemeni dish made in a carved stone. Served with rice and two sauces.
      $26.99
    • Chicken Mandi

      Roasted chicken to perfection, sitting on a bed of aromatic Basmati Rice with the option of fried onions, almonds, and raisins on top.
      $17.99+
    • Fish Mova

      A traditional dish from Aden city in Yemen. A Fish topped with Yemeni spices cooked underneath the oven.
      $24.99
    • Lamb Mandi- Single

      Lamb Mandi Roasted lamb to perfection sitting on a bed of aromatic Basmati Rice with fried onions, almonds, and raisins on top.
      $27.99
    • Lamb Mandi and Lamb Haneeth

      Juicy lamb mandi and tender slow-cooked lamb haneeth served over fragrant mandi rice with homemade sauces.
      $49.99
    • Lamb Haneeth & Chicken Mandi

      Slow-cooked lamb haneeth and roasted chicken served over fragrant mandi rice with homemade sauces.
      $43.99
    • Lamb Haneeth- Single

      Tender slow-cooked lamb haneeth served over fragrant mandi rice with homemade sauces.
      $27.99
    • Lamb Head

      Tender, slow-cooked lamb head served over fragrant basmati rice, delicately spiced and topped with golden raisins. A traditional delicacy known for its rich flavor and soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture—perfect for those seeking an authentic Middle Eastern experience.
      $14.99

    Xpress Grilled

    • Beef Koobideh

      Beef Kebab: premium beef in a blend of traditional spices and grilled over an open flame to achieve a smoky, charred exterior and a tender interior.
      $17.99
    • Chicken Shish Kabob

      Chicken Kebab: Tender, marinated chicken pieces grilled to perfection.
      $17.99

    Xpress Side Orders

    • Sahaweq

      Tomatoes, cilantro, garlic, green chilis, and our mix of spices are all crushed and mixed.
      $3.99
    • Sahaweq Jubn

      Tomatoes, cilantro, garlic, green chilis, feta cheese, and our mix of spices are all crushed and mixed.
      $4.99
    • Fresh Yemeni Bread

      Experience authentic Yemeni bread, traditionally baked in tandoor ovens.
      $3.99
    • Cucumber Yogurt

      The cucumbers provide a refreshing crunch, while the yogurt adds a creamy richness. The addition of fresh herbs like mint or dill, along with a touch of garlic and lemon juice, creates a vibrant and flavorful combination.
      $5.99
    • Xpress Rice

      Plain aromatic XPRESS Basmati rice.
      $6.99
    • French Fries

      French fries can be served plain, seasoned with salt and pepper, or dressed up with a variety of toppings, from ketchup and mustard to aioli, cheese, and even chili.
      $6.99
    • Chicken Nuggets (4 apices with Fries )

      Crispy, golden-brown nuggets of pure chicken goodness.
      $9.99
    • Smoked Yogurt Sauce

      Smoked Yogurt Sauce: Experience a Yemeni twist on a classic. Our creamy yogurt is carefully smoked, creating a distinctive and irresistible sauce.
      $4.49

    Family-style menu

    • Lamb & Chicken Mandi

      Serves 2-3 people. Enjoy our tender Half Chicken Mandi paired with a fragrant Single Mandi, perfect for sharing.
      $43.99
    • 3 Chicken Halves Mandi

      Perfect for 3-4 people. Enjoy three perfectly seasoned half-chicken portions, ideal for family dinners and gatherings.
      $58.99
    • Lamb Mandi, Beef Kabodeih

      Perfect for 2-3 people, enjoy our flavorful Single Mandi alongside four succulent skewers of grilled Beef Koobideh.
      $53.99
    • Chicken Mandi, Shish Kebab

      Serves 2-3 people. A delicious combo of tender half chicken and two savory chicken kabob skewers.
      $48.99
    • Mixed Mandi & Mixed Grill

      Serves 6-8 people. This feast includes a Single Mandi, Half Chicken Mandi, two skewers of Chicken Kabob, and four skewers of succulent Beef Koobideh.
      $99.99
    • Family Fish Mova Feast

      Two tender, spiced Fish Mova, served with aromatic rice, sahawiq, and bread. Serves 2-3 people.
      $44.99

    Xpress Cafe

    Xpress Hot Bev

    • Turkish coffee

      Authentic Turkish coffee: bold, flavorful, and unfiltered.
      $4.99+
    • Yemeni Coffee

      Yemeni coffee: Culture, ritual, flavor. Unique beans from Yemeni highlands.
      $4.99
    • Adeni Chai

      Black tea with Cardamom, Nutmeg, and Milk
      $4.99
    • Black Yemeni Tea

      Black Yemeni Tea, often referred to as "Shai," holds a special place in Yemeni culture.
      $4.99
    • Hot Chocolate

      Indulge in a warm, comforting cup of our rich, decadent hot chocolate.
      $4.99
    • Matcha Latte

      Smooth, finely ground green tea blended with steamed milk.
      $4.99

    Xpress Coffee

    • Espresso coffee

      Espresso coffee is a concentrated form of coffee made by forcing hot water under pressure through finely ground coffee beans.
      $3.99+
    • Latte

      A latte is made with espresso, steamed milk, and a layer of foam.
      $4.99
    • Mocha

      $4.99
    • Caramel Macchiato

      $4.99
    • Flat white

      A flat white is an espresso-based coffee drink made with steamed milk and a thin layer of microfoam.
      $4.99

    Xpress Cold Bev

    • Water Bottle

      A simple and essential choice to keep you feeling your best.
      $1.99
    • Fountain Drinks

      Quench your thirst with our refreshing selection of classic fountain favorites! Choose from a variety of ice-cold sodas and other bubbly beverages to perfectly complement your meal.
      $4.99
    • Soft Drinks Can

      $3.99
    • Sparkling Water

      $3.99
    • Apple juice

      $4.99
    • Ayran Drink

      $4.99
    • Fresh Orange Juice

      $7.99
    • Fresh Lemon Juice

      $7.99
    • Mango Lassi

      $8.99
    • Iced Matcha Latte

      Refreshing blend of vibrant matcha and cold milk, cool and creamy, distinctive matcha flavor with chilled milk and ice.
      $4.99

    Xpress Desserts

    • Xpress Cheesecake

      Enjoy a perfectly portioned slice of smooth, rich cheesecake. It's a quick and satisfying way to treat yourself to a burst of sweet, creamy goodness.
      $8.99
    • Chocolate Baklava(3 piece)

      Flaky layers with rich dark chocolate and nuts, baked crisp and drizzled with chocolate syrup—an indulgent chocolate twist.
      $8.99
    • Xpress Cheesecake Full

      Enjoy a perfectly portioned slice of smooth, rich cheesecake. It’s a quick and satisfying way to treat yourself to a burst of sweet, creamy goodness.
      $60.00
    • Pistachio Classic Baklava(3 Pieces)

      A rich, sweet pastry made of layers of thin, flaky dough filled with chopped nuts and sweetened with syrup or honey.
      $6.99
    • Qashtota

      An authentic Oriental delight combining velvety Geymar cream with the sweetness of pure natural honey, topped with aromatic black seeds. Served with complimentary fresh bread.
      $8.99

    Xpress Catering

    Xpress Lamb Catering

    • Lamb Mandi

      Served with Xpress Salad, Yemeni Sauce & Smoked Yogurt Sauce.
      $199.00+

    Xpress Chicken Catering

    • Chicken Mandi

      Served with Xpress Salad, Yemeni Sauce & Smoked Yogurt Sauce.
      $99.00+

    Xpress Grill Catering

    • Mixed Kabodeih Platters

      Served with Xpress Rice, Xpress Salad & Smoked Yogurt Sauce.
      $119.00+

    Xpress Desserts & Coffee

    • Desserts & Beverages

      Indulge your guests with our catering menu featuring a delightful fusion of sweet Mandi Xpress treats alongside a refreshing selection of traditional Yemeni coffee.
      $1.50+

    All hours
    Sunday10:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Monday10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Tuesday10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Wednesday10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Thursday10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Friday10:00 am - 12:00 am
    Saturday9:00 am - 12:00 am
    Restaurant info

    Come in and enjoy!

    Location

    3940 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92501

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