Whenever I discover a Turkish restaurant around here I get so excited because I feel like there's not enough Turkish restaurants and Turkish food is pretty AMAZING. This gem was such a good discovery and will be one of my go-to spots for delicious Turkish food. The restaurant has plenty of seating and space inside with a extensive variety of Turkish dishes to choose from. What we ordered: Lahmacun, Beyti, Chopped Meat Pide. Everything was made fresh to order and took me back to my last trip to Turkey. Fresh and crispy, the Lahmacun is a must-order and the Pide was one of my favorite. The Beyti was very flavorful but be warned that it is a bit on the spicy side. I'll definitely be back for more! This restaurant seems like the perfect place to dine on any occasion. If you're looking for a delightful Turkish spot, this one is it! read more

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We enjoyed several dishes from the menu and couldn't be happier with our experience. The food was delicious. The service was over the top helpful, and it was really a treat to meet the owners today. The entrance and spacious dining area have a warm and beautiful appearance with a fireplace and colorful lanterns. We really love mediterranean and Middle Eastern food so there were several dishes that were familiar to us. Hummus with meat, fasulye & rice, menemen (loved!), and lahmajoun- meat pie. Cafe Sabah restaurant in Renton, WA will definitely be on our "return soon" list. read more

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As soon as I walked in, I knew that the owners know what they are doing. One can see into the kitchen was busy but appeared to be running smoothly. Our server was exceptional, friendly, but professional. I wasn't super hunger, but that did not keep me from ordering humus with meat, fasolia (white beans), meat pie, and a breakfast dish call Menemen which is eggs and tomatoes among other things. Everything was so good. We were lucky enough to talk to the owners. They act like we are friends from years ago... They have their own large private parking lot. It is definitely worth the drive from Portland. The menu is extensive, so will drive there soon to try few more things... Go there now. I think you'll make it if you are driving from Portland right now, as they are open until 10:00 PM. read more

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Came into this restaurant to try Turkish food for the first time. I came in and was greeted and seated right away. I waited for about 5-10 minutes before I got a menu BUT there were a lot of people in the dining area and she was the only one taking all the tables so I understand. Ended up ordered manti to go. It came out in about 15 minutes. Couldn't even wait so I tried it in the car. It's meat wrapped in a pasta smothered in yogurt sauce and paprika butter which next time I will add extra. It tasted delicious. The meat was flavorful, the pasta was well cooked, the tanginess from the yogurt was interesting, rounded out by the flavorful paprika butter at the end. I definitely will come back here to try everything else! They do have a parking lot which is nice as well! read more

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Authentic Turkish food and a true hidden gem in Renton! We loved everything, from the hummus and baba ghanoush to the shared family platter and dessert. Every dish was well made, and there wasn't a single thing we didn't enjoy. Highly recommend! read more

I'm so glad this restaurant is in the Renton Highlands neighborhood! I don't have much experience with "Turkish" cuisine, but the Mix Grill Kebab platter was huge and so delicious! I loved the presentation of the platter, too! Very friendly service and the chef/cooks were all nice and hospitable, too. There's plenty of seating inside the restaurant and there are cool lights hanging from the ceiling that gives that Mediterranean vibe. Definitely a must try restaurant! read more

Cafe Sabah - Mix Grill Kebab (IG: @206foodie) - Mediterranean Near Me - Renton, Washington

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ACTUAL RATING: 3.5 Stumbled across this place when searching for a halal restaurants on yelp! Overall had a pretty good experience, when we had entered the restaurant it was slow so we were immediately seated and given menus. As we placed our orders the place started to get busy. I believe there was one server/waitress so service was slow and not very attentive as we had been waiting for our waters for a good 15-20 minutes after initially asking and finally got them after asking for a second time - I would suggested probably providing water as customers are seated to their tables. As for food it was fairly good, the meats were cooked perfectly, however the side salads weren't fresh and seemed like a day or two old - almost had a brown look to them. The hummus was one of my favorite it was light and flavorful with a smooth texture, the bread to go with it was a perfect combo. I personally found the pepperoni pide and isekander kebab to be salty but not too overpowering. The cigar rolls were also good I like to think of them as their version of mozzarella sticks. The knafeh was OK not much of a cheese pull and was a bit cold. There is room for improvements, but if you're looking for a halal restaurant I'd recommend trying this place out Drinks: Turkish soda fruit punch Turkish soda orange Turkish tea Apps: Hummus Cigar rolls Main: Chicken gyro plate Chicken shish kebab plate Isekander kebab Pepperoni pide Dessert: Knafeh read more

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We were driving by and unexpectedly stumbles on this place. Food was great! Pros: Lamb is delicious Fries excellent Must order bread Fried cheese scrumptious Definitely coming back! Service was a bit slower than what I am used to, but perhaps so we could enjoy the meal longer? :) read more

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Came up to WA from San Diego to visit some family with my wife over the weekend. looking for a place to eat dinner and we found Sabah. came in and were right away greeted joyfully by staff which was nice. I wasn't feeling 100% so I ordered the lentil soup and my wife went for the egg planted stewed with meat. Both dishes were delicious and since my wife doesnt eat much, I decided to help myself to her order as well. Gotta say, flavors were on point! after we left to head back to our family's home were we were staying, we told them were we had dinner and they were actually kind of jealous and wished they could of joined us. I guess it's one of their go to spots. I'm definitely making sure to go with them next time we are in town. read more

Cafe Sabah - Mediterranean Near Me - Renton, Washington

Hubby picked up take out and the food was GREAT. For about $40, it fed the two of us and our littles with leftovers to boot! I gobbled up the meat, so I'm not sure what was my favorite, but it was overall tender. We did order the homemade bread that was unfortunately not really our favorite, and we'd likely skip again. There was some sort of flatbread (?) under the meat that soaked up the juices and that was great. I definitely would be back and eager to try other items on the menu as well! read more

Cafe Sabah - Mixed Mix Grill Kebob Plate & Homemade Bread - Mediterranean Near Me - Renton, Washington

Lovely place!! The portions were a little smaller than I had expected but everything was delicious! It's a little expensive but I would definitely come back again and try different dishes! The service was great too. read more

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Absolutely delicious food! The yoghurt added to the dish by bringing out the flavour of the grilled meats which were perfectly seasoned. The appetiser and desserts were totally yummy as well! Must try!! read more

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Service was poor and food was warm..... Not a warm welcoming restaurant! Learn from this!!

As a Turkish individual residing in the US for almost two decades, Cafe Sabah stands out as an exceptional representation of original and unique Turkish cuisine. Having visited numerous times over the past two years, my family and I consistently leave with a positive experience. The staff at Cafe Sabah is exceptionally friendly, respectful, and caring. The quality of the food is consistently high, and the pricing is fair. The extensive menu offers a wide variety of dishes suitable for any meal of the day--whether it's breakfast/brunch, lunch, or dinner. The restaurant's spacious layout makes it an ideal venue for large gatherings. However, it's advisable to check with the owners for assistance with accommodating larger groups. Furthermore, for those with food restrictions like myself, Cafe Sabah exclusively serves 100% halal meat across all selections. In summary, Cafe Sabah not only delivers an authentic taste of Turkish cuisine but also provides a warm and inviting atmosphere with its friendly staff and spacious setting. The diverse menu ensures there's something for everyone, making it a go-to spot for any occasion. Attached are some pictures I've taken for your reference. read more

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A very non- descript place in a strip mall like area. The food is exceptionally good. There were four of us and we sampled a lot of different things and all of them were quite good. We had no expectations going in, but came away very impressed with the quality of the food and flavors. They have a menu item of an appetizer where you can select four different items on the menu. All four of ours were spectacular. The fun part is you get to choose the four out of eight or so on the menu that you want. Again, a fairly pedestrian setting, but well worth the visit. The best lamb kebab I've had in years . . . read more

Cafe Sabah is a hidden gem in Renton. We usually get take out, but this time decided to dine in. We got the Chicken Shish Kebab, Mediterranean Salad, and Hummus - everything was delicious! The chicken shish is so tender and flavorful, definitely recommend that. It's especially great if you're trying to get that lean protein! The service was quick and to the point. The ambiance is amusing, it still has the bones of an American diner, but the music and lamps are authentic. Keep doing your thing Cafe Sabah! read more

Cafe Sabah - Chicken Shish Kebab - Mediterranean Near Me - Renton, Washington

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Decided to try take out again, and it was such a different experience! Again, the people working were pleasant but the food exceeded my expectations this time. Delicious!!! Can't wait to go back and try more tasty things! read more

Mashallah nice good clean good customer service kind people working checkout this place

This is a nice place to have dinner. Baghlava is really delicious. May need improve shawarma to be more closer to what we have in Middle East. To have better customer service, needs more communication with customers specially when it's first time coming to the cafe. read more

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"Great food and ambiance at a reasonable price. Service was good and staff was very courteous. Nice variety of entrées for both adults and kids -- the chicken wrap was especially good. read more

Chicken kabob was great. Plate included half a piece of pita. Ordered it take out and forgot to ask for chili sauce but it did come with garlic sauce. read more

All the dishes we tried had just the right amount of flavor and the meats were very tender. The portions are generous, so you won't be leaving hungry! They also have homemade desserts that are a must try. My favorites were the mix grill kebab and tres leches cake. The mix grill kebab comes with a variety of popular meats, so you can try a little bit of everything! And the tres leches cake was just pure deliciousness and not too sweet! If you're looking for a unique spot to try or are craving Turkish food, come stop by! read more

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Came for the experience. Was let down by the price and taste, despite coming in with an open-mind for Turkish cuisine. (appetizers) Cigar Rolls (4/5)- Cheesy and crispy cigars. Hummus sauce was delightful. Falafel plate (4.5/5) - Flavorbomb. Strong spice, but complimented the dip. (main course) Beef Gyro plate (3.5/5) - Bland & slightly tough meat, but goes well with the veggies and spices. Dip was pretty necessary. Manti (2/5) - Dumplings with barely any meat, drenched in yogurt. Wasn't bad, but could've been more meaty and flavorful. Quite creamy. Iskender Kebab (3.5/5) - Like spaghetti without the pasta. Was actually quite pleasant. (desserts) Tiramisu (4/5) - Fluffy and generous portion. Baklava (4/5) - Two servings. Sweet and delicious way to end the meal off. Overall, I would recommend having a Turkish person recommend you on better meals/location if you're interested in their cuisine. read more

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Looooved the food here, it tasted just like home! We ordered so many things from the menu to try for the whole table. Other than the manti lacking some flavor, I could recommend everything. The place is huge with lots of seating. We came for brunch on a weekend and it wasn't crowded at all. The staff were nice too. Can't wait to come back! read more

Cafe Sabah is a jewel. Charming restaurant with friendly service featuring authentic and delicious Turkish food. We were so excited to be able to order some of our favorites from our time in Turkey including baba ganoush, ezme, Iskender kebab, manti, and Kunefe for dessert. Everything was perfection. Already hungering to return. read more

I'm in town for a family vacation, and we wanted to try this place out. Ordered the chicken shish kebab, lamb shish kebab, hummus, and soujouk pepperoni pide. Taste-wise, everything tasted fine. The rice was actually really good, and I liked the chicken! But the salad had minimal dressing, we were given the cheese pide instead of the pepperoni, and the hummus only came with 1 piece of bread for the entire container. Despite the mess-ups, they were very pleasant and gave us a free water bottle. Food took about 35 minutes, which I would consider middle of the road for time prepared. If I was a local, I'd probably come back. read more

We we're looking for a Turkish restaurant and discovered Cafe Sabah. My husband is from Turkey and we visit often. Cafe Sabah would be a very successful restaurant if it were anywhere in Turkey, it's that authentic. Turkish food is known for its intense flavors and they nailed it here. The pide was spot on. The iskender kebab, çok güzel. Mantı . Don't forget dessert. The künefe is excellent and a must try for a true authentic Turkish experience. Go to this place. We'll be back often. It's worth our 45 minute drive read more

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Popped in for dinner tonight and it while it wasn't busy when we came in, a slow stream of people came in making it pretty busy when we left. Service is friendly and pretty quick! Interior is nice and very clean. Food LOOKS like the pictures. Portions aren't bad, I think for the price you would expect more but everything tasted good and worked well together. I got the chicken gyro plate and really enjoyed the chicken a lot. My partner got the chicken donar wrap and really enjoyed it. Overall a really nice experience and we can't wait to come back and try more. read more

Cafe Sabah - Chicken Doner Wrap- Gyro Chicken Gyro Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Renton, Washington

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Delicious! We had the following items: - Kelle Paca: Soup with garlic and beef tongue - savory, slightly beefy, yummy - Moutabbal: Roasted eggplant with tahini, lemon, yogurt, garlic, olive oil, and parsley - hummus or baba ganoush-like, but chunkier with soft pita-like bread - Iskender Kebab: Beef gyro over roasted bread chunks, smothered with tomato sauce, and served with thick yogurt - Hearty and quite filling, though I would've preferred rice rather than bread - Lahmajoun: Flatbread topped with ground beef and lamb with a side of tomato, onion, parsley, and lemon So many menu options that we haven't had anywhere else, so we'll be back! read more

I have been to this restaurant with my friends more than 20 times, but after today, I will never go again. As soon as we walked in, we were met with rudeness. When we asked if we could sit at a particular table, we were simply told 'No' in a harsh tone. We ordered five soups, and it was obvious they were from the previous day. On top of that, there was a hair in the bread that came with the soup! When we pointed it out, the only response we got was that they could replace the bread--no apology, no attempt to make things right. The staff were incredibly rude and indifferent. I don't know if the management has changed, but the drop in service and hygiene standards is shocking. I had never experienced anything like this before. I definitely do not recommend this place! read more

The lamb chops are amazing. Never had Turkish food before, but this place is amazing. Service is quick, building is clean.

Great authentic Turkish food, soups (çorba) meze, entrees all good, highly recommended.

Everything I've eaten there was delicious and authentic, and the staff are very friendly and respectful.

Cafe Sabah is a large restaurant with the most authentic Turkish food you'll find in the Seattle area. It is unapologetic and undiluted about its authenticity (the sign says "Turkish Cafe Restaurant", no "Mediterranean"s or "Halal"s or "Greek"s about it to appeal to the American bowdlerized palate). The food variety is unmatched and that doesn't stop each dish from being exactly as you would find it in Turkey. The categories are: A) Breakfast dishes, B) Pides, C) Kebabs, D) Desserts. And of course drinks, and more. It may say "Cafe" in the name, but this is a full restaurant, run and operated and cooked by a family. The breakfast dishes are awesome and rare to find in Mediterranean restaurants here. The kebabs are delicious and freshly grilled per order. The pides are the stars of the menu. There is a fireplace with a fire in the center, and a mescit in the back. It's the little touches. read more

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I've been holding on reviewing for a little while, but when we decided to make a spontaneous trip recently, I felt like I was left with no choice but to finally review it. One thing that you should be aware of is that if you're getting an entree dessert and drink, it will cost you about $40 a person. If you add an appetizer to that, it's close to $50. A person. Decide to put that up front, just so you aren't surprised and are expecting to spend a little bit more here. It's worth it though for the price. Service was fast and friendly, and the server even offered to make recommendations, helped with pronunciation of the dish names and even translated a couple of them because we were curious. Food came out in a timely manner and I can definitely say that the ingredients are fresh. Our friend ordered a meat platter to sample all of the different kinds of meat and it was really beautifully plated. Recommendations: Appetizer: Cigar rolls (cheese stuffed filo dough) Entree: Mix grill kabob (meat platter. Good for table/sampling) Manti Lamb kabob Dessert: Sekerpare (made in-house! Mini Cake in syrup) Baklava Kunefe (sweet cheese) Drinks: Turkish tea Turkish coffee read more

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We've been coming to cafe sabah for the past few years, and the food has changed; not for the better. We went just after 8 so perhaps that's the reason. We ordered doner, and it was one of the worst I've ever had. I think it was coated with salt as if it was being cured to try and hide the old meat. The meat was obviously not fresh, and although they use to cut it by the order, they don't make it fresh anymore. I'm so bummed because it's the closest place, but honestly McDonald's has fresher meat. Sad and bummed the food quality has gone downhill. Service was warm and friendly, but my wife didn't even want to finish her meal and we ate elsewhere. read more

Was super excited that they opened a new restaurant in Renton...but was unfortunately pretty let down... Pide could us more toppings for the price. It also wasn't anything spectacular. I got the soujouk pide (Turkish pepperoni) and it legit came with one tiny slice per cut of pide (see picture for reference). It looked nothing like the picture in the menu! Ladies and gentlemen, please keep in mind this was over $20! The gyro plate was okay. The flavor was good, but the meat was on the dry side, for the price, again - not worth it. Finally DO NOT GET THE CIGAR ROLLS! It is nothing but a glorified mozzarella stick wrapped in Phyllo dough. Though crispy it lacked a lot of flavor! This should be less than $7! Overall from the atmosphere of the restaurant to the food to the pricing it definitely needs work...a lot of work! I unfortunately do not see myself returning. read more

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Great little Turkish cafe my cousin took us to in Renton. Food was delicious. Clean tasting and flavorful. The cafe is also cozy with a fireplace. Service was excellent and server was very helpful in helping us pick the dishes. Every plate was perfectly seasoned. Not heavy but satisfying. The desserts (baklavas) looked amazing. I wanted to get one of each type but was too full. The cappuccino with oatmilk was great as well. read more

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Food: Had the beef doner wrap $17 Beef gyro plate $22 Chicken gyro plate $21 Baklava $7 $74 I've had doner and gyro all over the world, and I have to be honest, I'm pretty disappointed with the food I ordered here. This stuff isn't hard to make - just requires fresh ingredients, good seasoning, and some prep. It's all pretty much street food. Pricing relative to the quality is way off, recommend finding a different spot. read more

The food here was really good. Tasted fresh and quick turn around. The restaurant wasn't to busy but I was there on a Wednesday after 1pm. I had the beef doner wrap. My one and only complaint is that the wonderful white sauce that it came with. I'd have preferred about 5 times the amount. With the sauce it was a perfect bite. Without the sauce it ate a little on the dry side. I'd for sure come back again and leave room to try some of the delicious looking deserts they have in the case as you walk in. read more