Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine
Harvey
Restaurant in Harvey, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine is a practical Harvey pick when the group wants Mediterranean food without a difficult booking. Go for convenience and cuisine fit, especially for lunch or an easy dinner; choose another nearby venue if the priority is a documented wine program, awards, or a more occasion-driven room.
About Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine
Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine is a Harvey venue with a casual dress code and a simple planning profile: it is closed Monday, opens at 11 AM Tuesday through Sunday, and stays open later on Friday and Saturday than on Sunday. Plan around its hours and casual setting.
A low-friction Harvey pick
Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine makes the clearest case as a casual Harvey option when the priority is direct scheduling. The hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 11 AM to 9 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM to 8:30 PM; Monday is closed.
For decision-making details such as price range, named chef, seating count, formal awards, bar setup, takeout or delivery details, allergy accommodations, or beverage program, check directly with the venue. Ground the choice in the basics: Harvey location, casual dress, and the operating hours.
Who should choose it over other options
Choose Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine when its Harvey location and hours fit the plan. If the group is comparing other named options, Legacy Kitchen's Steak + Chop, 9 Roses Restaurant, Thanh Thanh, Chicken's Kitchen, and Brown Butter Depot are natural points of comparison depending on what kind of meal the table has in mind.
The practical planning note is timing: Friday and Saturday have the latest closing time at 10 PM, while Sunday ends at 8:30 PM and Monday is closed. For any details beyond hours and casual dress, confirm directly with the venue before making plans.
Quick reference: choose Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine for a casual Harvey venue with Tuesday-to-Sunday hours; ask the restaurant directly about awards, chef details, seating, or a beverage program if those matter.
Planning details
- Location
- 2701 Manhattan Blvd #24, Harvey, LA 70058
- Website
- cleocuisine.com
- Phone
- (504) 361-1113
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine presents a thoughtful, sophisticated take on familiar Mediterranean flavors transplanted into Gulf Country. Olive oil, legumes, preserved citrus and sun-loving herbs shape the restaurant’s pantry, alongside Harvey’s Creole-Cajun and seafood traditions. That tension between Old World pantry staples and a very local larder gives the place a quietly charming, intellectual energy: it feels like a neighborhood discovery where culinary choices are deliberate and ingredients are read against the rhythms of the Gulf Coast.
Best For
This is an attractive spot for evening meals and gatherings where the menu’s heft and thoughtfulness matter. Families and groups will appreciate shareable Mediterranean mains like lamb shank and gyro, while couples find the considered sourcing and flavor profiles well suited to a relaxed date-night dinner. The piece frames Cleopatra as a Harvey restaurant that reads like a culinary conversation between Mediterranean technique and Gulf ingredients, so it fits occasions that favor thoughtful food and convivial company rather than quick, grab-and-go dining.
Ordering Tips
Start with items that showcase the Mediterranean pantry and the kitchen’s approach to sourcing: Lentil Soup and kibbeh point to classic flavors, while Chicken Shawarma and lamb shank reveal how the restaurant handles richer, main-course proteins. Ask servers whether any local seafood or Gulf produce is in rotation; that can reveal departures from a strictly imported pantry. The menu’s mix of grilled and braised items makes it easy to build a shareable meal for two or a small group.
Venue details
Ambiance
Comfortable neighborhood atmosphere with tasteful fusion of African and Mediterranean decor, white tablecloths, and warm hospitality creating a romantic yet casual dining experience.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Family style
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Halal
- Private Dining
- Available
Signature Dishes
- Chicken Shawarma
- Lentil Soup
- Lamb Shank
- Gyro
- Kibbeh
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 2701 Manhattan Blvd #24, Harvey, LA 70058
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Legacy Kitchen's Steak + Chop, Notable alternative
- 9 Roses Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Chicken's Kitchen, Notable alternative
- Brown Butter Depot, Notable alternative
- Thanh Thanh, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Harvey
Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine is the easier, lower-friction choice when Mediterranean food is the deciding factor and the group does not want a steakhouse or Vietnamese meal. Legacy Kitchen's Steak + Chop is the better fit for a heavier, more occasion-leaning dinner, while Cleopatra is more useful for a casual lunch or flexible weeknight plan.
For value-minded diners, compare it against Chicken's Kitchen and Thanh Thanh. Chicken's Kitchen makes more sense when Southern comfort food is the goal; Thanh Thanh and 9 Roses Restaurant are stronger alternatives when the group wants Vietnamese flavors. Cleopatra wins only if the table specifically wants the Mediterranean lane.
Brown Butter Depot is the cross-shop for diners who want a more composed meal and a different ambiance. Cleopatra is the easier call for a simple Harvey stop; Brown Butter Depot is the one to consider when the meal itself needs to carry more of the night.
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Compare Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine | Harvey | No published awards |
| Legacy Kitchen's Steak + Chop | Gretna | No published awards |
| 9 Roses Restaurant | Gretna | No published awards |
| Chicken's Kitchen | Gretna | No published awards |
| Brown Butter Depot | New Orleans | No published awards |
| Thanh Thanh | Gretna | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine?
Use the current menu from the venue as the guide. Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine is a casual option in Harvey, with a casual dress code and Tuesday-to-Sunday operating hours.
What are alternatives to Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine?
For a different kind of meal, compare Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine with Legacy Kitchen's Steak + Chop, 9 Roses Restaurant, Chicken's Kitchen, Brown Butter Depot, and Thanh Thanh. Use each venue's current details to decide which one fits the occasion best.
Is Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine good for a special occasion?
The dress code is casual, so it is a relaxed Harvey option rather than a formal venue.
Is lunch or dinner better at Cleopatra Mediterranean Cuisine?
The hours begin at 11 AM Tuesday through Sunday, with closing at 9 PM Tuesday through Thursday, 10 PM Friday and Saturday, and 8:30 PM Sunday.