Our flight had been delayed so by the time we got into Seattle it was close to 9:30PM. This spot was open and smelled delicious. We stopped on in and get the gyro plate, Greek fries, and the beef plate. All of it was incredible. The fresh hummus was divine on the pita and the yellow rice was perfect. 10/10 would order everything again. read more

Al Basha - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The chicken kebab was juicy and flavorful, and the falafel was really good too. The rice was delicious and paired well with everything. The babaganoush was especially well-seasoned and refreshing. The lamb was a tiny bit dry to our liking, but it tasted much better with the yogurt sauce that came with it. Just a heads up -- they only serve the mandi chicken on Mondays. read more

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Good spot that opens late even during holidays. Service is nice and fast. The food is good can't go fully wrong. The meat sticks felt a bit more dry and dense from other similar places. read more

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This spot was a life-saver on a Christmas Eve late evening, as we landed late and needed a snack. It was not bus at all so we got our food fairly quick! We got a takeout. The restaurant pretty clean and felt welcoming inside. Overall, the food was pretty good. I really like their hummus, actually. I noticed that they don't give you any spicy sauce (probably unless you ask). read more

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The smell outside lured me in. The food was delicious, and Samir was helpful and polite. It is not a 5 star restaurant. It is a quaint little place that sells some of the best Mediterranean and middle eastern food you can find. It's a must try and not far from pikes place. read more

I got the lamb and beef shawarma ($11) and it was made in about 8 minutes. The meat was very savory and seasoned quite well. The sauce was quite good. My only suggestion would to have a bit more filler vegetable to help balance it out a bit. Still quite good and worth coming back. Overall very good value food that taste amazing and great staff! Food(50%): 7.5 Staff/service(25%): 8.0 Value(25%): 8.0 Overall: 7.8/10 read more

Al Basha - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was very happy with the falafel sandwich I ordered from Al Basha. The service was very friendly. Great stop for a quick meal in Belltown!

fast service and delicious food! I eat the falafel plate with hummus and babaganoush at least once a week!

The Worst shawerma we have EVER had. The meat is chewy and disgusting. The bread is thick and not fresh. The falafel sandwich had tons of lettuce and only 2 dry falafel. read more

Pretty solid restaurant. The Kafta kabob was good and the lamb fries were amazing. The chicken was a bit overcooked and the grape leaves were not our favorite. It was comfortable and the service was friendly. The best part of the whole meal was the pistachio baklava! read more

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My husband and I ordered the gyros sandwich with fries and drink on a Tuesday evening. We were promptly served and easily found a place to sit as there was ample seating available in the restaurant. Despite being a little nervous due to the lack of customers at 6 pm, we were pleasantly surprised by the fresh gyros sandwich and soft pita. The fries were well-seasoned and fresh as well. Al Basha seems to be a great place to drop by for a quick meal! read more

10/10, best shawarma and hummus I have ever had. We were there after a World Cup game, took a while to get our food because it was busy, but well worth the wait. I'll def be back our next time in Seattle. read more

Everything about this place is fantastic--the restaurant itself, the décor, the friendly staff, and the welcoming owner. The vibe is warm and inviting, and the food is on another level! We ordered a couple of mixed grill plates, chicken shawarma, and baba ghanouj--everything was incredibly flavorful and fresh. We actually ended up here after a disappointing experience at Miss Cafe, and someone outside recommended this spot just down the street. So glad they did! Seriously, wow. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and give this place a try--you won't regret it! read more

Al Basha - Baba Ghanouj - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

After seeing all the great reviews, I decided to try this place even though I usually go to my all time favorite restaurant in Redmond. I came all the way from Bellevue and even paid for parking, so I was really looking forward to it. But I felt disappointed. The food did not taste fresh, it was cold, bland, and the quantity was also less. It just did not meet my expectations. read more

Al Basha - Auzi Lamb - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I went here to use up my monthly Grubhub credit - placed an order for pickup for a beef/lamb gyro sandwich. In person it is $10.99, on the app it is $11.49, no biggie, either way the sandwich is of good value and you cannot really get a decent sized lunch of good quality at this price point these days. Food came out quickly, about 10 minutes after I ordered, and placed in a bag. The sandwich has good amount of meat and lots of lettuce. There is a mixture of tzatziki sauce and hummus, and the overall taste of the sandwich is good. My complaint is the sandwich is purely wrapped, and the sauce is fairly watery so it breaks down the paper wrap easily and it was super messy to eat. It would be great if they have a small plate or container for the wrap to make it less messy, but this is just a suggestion as they may only be able to make the sandwiches here more affordable by doing the bare minimum packaging. Either way, a good lunch stop at fairly affordable prices - a convenient option if you are in the area. read more

Al Basha - Lamb and Beef Sandwich - IG @bougiefoodieboi - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was starving when I came here, and this meal totally hit the spot. The staff were friendly and the restaurant was clean and peaceful. Had a great time, would definitely come again. read more

Al Basha - Gyro Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Food is delicious and owner is amazing, I ordered chicken shawrma Combi it was 10/10z

We were staying at a vacation rental next door and needed some late night food. We love Mediterranean food and this was super convenient. Service want overly friendly but efficient. We waited a bit because I ordered the chicken kabob plate and they make that to order. Hubby got the falafel sandwich. Everything was delicious. Prices were normal for this kind of place. Good for a late night stop if you're in the area. read more

Al Basha - Chicken kabob plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

First timer and I ordered their chicken shawarma sandwich, with substitution of tzatziki sauce. I've tried at least 15 different gyro places in the Seattle/Tacoma region. This is absolutely the worst chicken shawarma sandwich I've had. It didn't taste anything like chicken shawarma - very thin sliced chicken that looked old with no spice at all. The sauce didn't taste like tzatziki sauce, instead just tasted watery with no flavor to it. The sandwich tasted so bad that it felt like it ruined my love for Mediterranean food (especially gyros). I was so disappointed. I will not be returning again. Service was good though, and the ambiance was casual. read more

Al Basha - Chicken shawarma sandwich - tasted so bad :( - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Got the gyro plate, but it wasn't anything to write home about. Literally, I was struggling to find any adjectives to say. The saffron rice was okay and gyro were okay and seasoned well. The hummus was fresh and tasted alright with pita bread. All in all nothing spectacular, good mediterranean if you're craving it. But chains like Halal guys are even better than this. read more

Al Basha - Gyro Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Food and service was great! Clean place, lots of seating, and kid friendly. Hubby and I shared a chicken plate with rice, hummus,pita, and salad. The flavors were on point. Kids had the chicken shawarma sandwiches with fries. They loved it and they are very picky, so it was nice that they ate most of it and we finished off what they didn't have. First picture was after taking a bite, second picture was before I picked the plate clean. Definitely recommend and its nice that its away from the chaos of Pike's Market and you don't have to wait in a crazy long line! read more

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Delicious, affordable, fast. Will definitely be eating here again. The Greek fries are so good!

Nothing scratches that late night drunchies itch like Greek food, and this place does it well! We got the gyro plate and Greek fries to split, and ended up having leftovers of both. The fries were so bomb, although I was surprised they used some other kind of sauce than just tzatziki. The plate was super filling and yummy as well. The lamb and beef was super juicy, but I wish it had a bit more flavor or char from the grill. My heart still belongs to Aladdin's on the Ave, but this is pretty good too! read more

Al Basha - Gyro Plate, Gyro Greek Fries - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

First of all, came with my 5 children, here on vacation. Frustrated, hungry, we've been walking all day, just wanted some good food before bed. I'm obviously overstimulated come up to order and the cashier was EXTREMELY welcoming. Told him it was my first time and he was so patient with me. And then the food came in! My GOSH! The kids, my husband, and I devoured it! If I lived here I'd absolutely eat here often! read more

Al Basha - Kofta kabab plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

If you are looking for late night food, definitely hit up Al Basha! Beaware if walking late at night around the area. The restaurant us quite busy. We called and tried to make a phone order, but no one answered. Ended up putting an order through Yelp. When we arrived, we could see they were busy and the phone just rang, lol. Ordered the mixed meat platter, lamb shank platter, and pistachio baklava. Had to wait about 45 minutes for our order. The restaurant was already full when we arrived and more people came in to order. The food is total worth the wait! The lamb shank was tender and loved the sauce it came with. The chicken had a great seasoning. The pistachio baklava was so tasty! Hit this place up if you want some good late night food! read more

Al Basha - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A filling plate of all the goodies. Yes the salad's a bit sad and the lamb a tad dry, but the pita is warm and the hummus has a satisfyingly tangy well of olive oil/lemon juice and there is a healthy sprinkle of herbs. read more

Al Basha - Lamb Shank Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

If you're craving gyros, this may not be the place to go. I got their traditional gyro, which served lamb/beef. The meat flavor was very bland. I never had this issue before with gyros. In additional, there wasn't enough meat in the gyro. The Greek fries, however, were amazing. Fries were crispy and the sauce was delicious. I'd definitely would eat that again. The service was okay. Nothing spectacular. The food was made in a timely manner. The pricing was cheaper than other Greek restaurants, which is why I wanted to try this place out. The ambiance is okay as well. There are plenty of seatings which is good. Overall, I'd rate this place a 3.5/5 stars read more

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I have my share of lamb shank around Seattle area, When the lady behind a counter said it's good. I took her word for it.. Not only It was good. It was outstanding., it's the best as far as I'm concerned. read more

Al Basha - Lamb shank - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I really appreciate the fast service here. We came here on a weekday evening ordered 4 dishes and we got it within 10 minutes. They were also really attentive in making sure they got the order correctly and they gave the breakdown receipt upon request as well as an extra bag when we needed one. The food's also great. I don't usually like Mediterranean food, but I really like their rice bowls. I got the lamb kebab grill plate and it was delicious. I also like how they put the sauce on the side for the takeout order. The lamb is a little saltier than expected, but it balances out well with the plainer items like the rice, hummus, and the salad. If you get the shawarma just note that it's small (like smaller than a Chipotle burrito), so if you prefer a larger portion I would definitely order something else. The inside doesn't feel new, but they have some nice decorations that make it feel Mediterranean, which is nice. They also have plenty of seating on the inside. read more

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Food here is delicious! Very attentive staff. Food tastes light and fresh. The restaurant is clean and they offer complimentary water. read more

Al Basha - Kabab plate (beef & chicken), Greek Fries, Chicken Sandwich Combo - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Al Basha is now the Philly reason I visit Seattle! Now Seattle is GREAT but Al Basha takes the city to the next level. The chicken is always tender. They are consistent so you never have to wonder if it's going to be as good as the last time. They help your life be better because you just don't have to worry. Everything is as it should be. Flavorful, plentiful and good prices. Oh and open when you get the red eye into town. We love you! read more

Great value, good selection and delicious food. The salads are fresh and flavorful, the kebabs are pretty decent, and the Hamas is fresh and creamy. Also good, friendly service . read more

Mediocre food overall, lacking in taste and texture. Have eaten there twice, both times because it's the only place open around midnight, and regretted it both times. Would not be coming back unfortunately, although the service is usually quite friendly and the dining area is bright and clean. read more

Seattle has effectively killed small businesses with its 10.35% sales tax, $20.76 minimum wage, and the mandatory service charge. Ordered lunch plates (kofta kebab and shawarma salad) at under $17 and $16 and some beverages. The server gets tipped no matter what, so minimal service. She took our order and brought out the food that's it. Ghosted. After all charges, it's came in at a little more than $75.00. The food quality was decent. I don't blame the owner, he's just following the city tax rules and trying to survive, but I understood after that why all restaurants seem empty except for takeout orders. read more

Ordered the falafel plate to go and everything just tasted off. The flavors were not great. I was disappointed because it was right around the corner from my hotel and I was looking for a quick vegan friendly place to eat after getting into town late. read more

The food at this place was amazing and I would highly recommend! The food was quick to be served .

Used to eat here all the time but the quality has gone down hill. Last time I ordered they gave an old bloated yogurt sauce that smelled spoiled. The dolmas were spoiled as well. Will not be ordering from here again. read more

Pretty decent food with ample seating! I came by the day I moved to Seattle, and I was blown away by the many options this place had! I decided to try the Chicken Shawarma sandwich and split the Greek fries with my cousin. Let me tell you, this was such a great way to start the move. The chicken was so tender, juicy, and flavorful. It had just a bit of a spice to give it a kick without being overpowering. Plus, the portion was just the right size - I was quite full from the sandwich alone, but not to the point of overeating. The fries were very garlicky, crispy, and delicious. I highly recommend mixing them up with the yogurt and using a fork - it got quite messy! And yet, it was so good that I'd absolutely come back just for them. I had a great meal and will definitely be back! read more

Al Basha - Chicken shawarma sandwich and Greek Fries - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

They messed up the order and wouldn't make it right. Could have been an easy fix. Food was mediocre, though maybe if they'd given me the correct food it'd have been more enjoyable. read more

Location is great and we wanted to love this place, but that was not going to happen. They messed up our order. Felt very chaotic and a little too casual in the manner in which they managed the service. The food was just ok as there are better choices nearby. read more