Came here for an celebration after a graduation at Seattle University…read more The food and service were great! Everyone was friendly. They do not serve any alcohol. We ordered some appetizers for the table to share. Hummus, Salads, etc. I ordered the chicken shawarma as my main. My friend ordered the lamb and beef shawarma.

I honestly can't believe this came out to nearly $80. We ordered the fattoush salad and the kabob…read morecombo for takeout, and unfortunately the value just wasn't there. The biggest disappointment was the kabob plate. It was mostly rice with very little meat, and the beef was fully well done even though we ordered it medium-rare. The fries were also soggy and tasted like they had been sitting for a while before being packed. The fattoush was fresh enough, but for around $20 it felt like a very basic salad. I had also heard that dine-in guests receive unlimited pita refills, so opening our takeout order to find just a single pita felt super disappointing . Maybe this restaurant shines more as a dine-in experience, but based on our takeout order, I left pretty disappointed. Between the portion sizes, quality, and overall value, it just didn't live up to the price.

Very good food great service , mixed American and Middle Eastern taste recommend this restaurant…read moreto every body

I'm someone who is vegetarian (no eggs) I tried their Pita…read moreWrap with Falafel. The wrap was good, but they put the pita down first and put everything on top. So it's basically an open wrap, I wasn't a huge fan of it but taste was good. Service was good too. And the ambiance was good as well

The cashier made an error when I last went here. The owners promptly called me the next day,…read moreextremely apologetic and kind. They corrected the error and gifted me a box of very delicious treats. This made my day and was humbled by the honesty of the owners.

Upon reading reviews about being takeout only, we went last night, ordered take out and decided to…read moretake it to the beach. Best date night! The portions are generous and Rula and George were unbelievably kind. You can truly taste the love in their food! Rula provided fantastic knowledge about the food, dietary restrictions, and details about how it's made. We definitely have a new go-to spot for take out! All the food was incredible, the kafta kabab was fresh and juicy! Rula explained that all gyro comes frozen and all restaurants in the area have the same source that they get it from but they season their specially--the seasoning on it was outstanding. The rice, hummus, and Babaghanouje was delicious. The surprise stand out was the salad dressing! I would buy bottles of it to put on everything if I could! It was SO good!!

We had an unpleasant experience with the host today. When my boyfriend and I arrived, we asked for…read morea table for 2 and were told it would be ~ 10 minute wait. The host asked us to wait outside and said she would come get us when our table was ready. A family who was already waiting outside was called in shortly after, and we continued waiting. We saw several parties leave and many people come in and get seated right away, so we assumed they had reservations. After waiting about 25 minutes, we went back inside to check on our table. The host told us that we "didn't leave a phone number," even though we were never asked for one and were told to wait outside until she comes get us. Instead of acknowledging the mistake, she complimented my shirt mid-conversation, which felt like she was trying to brush it off. The entire time we were outside, we were the only people waiting, and we even saw her setting up the outside seating as the restaurant got busier. She never once checked in with us or said anything. The food was good, and our service once we were seated was great. Unfortunately, our first interaction with the host left a bad first impression and took away from the overall experience. That's why we're taking off two stars.

Me and my friends were in search of a good brunch place in Seattle for one of our friend's birthday…read moreand came across Lola thru OpenTable. As we looked at the menu, we thought that the food choices were interesting and that it wasn't a typical american brunch offering. Upon our arrival the host was very accommodating as we wanted to bring in balloons and cake. They were very friendly and the food was amazing that we weren't able to take photos before devouring the meal. The place had a very cozy feel. 10/10 would recommend and would come back to try more. Must try: Lamb Kebab

Three of us shared four dishes and one soft serve was the perfect amount of food…read more Everything was super yummy and fresh. Highly recommend the three dip (current seasons is beet and it's my fav) with the flat bread. The flat bread comes out steaming. Trumpet mushroom is Smokey and juicy. Lamb comes in braised form and kebab both really good The soft serve swirl has the perfect texture and flavor. Would come back again!

I organized a reunion for our group, the first time we'd all been together in over 10 years. We've…read moreall been through life experiences none of us expected, so this dinner meant a lot. I arrived 20 minutes before opening and was first in line. One friend joined me 10 minutes later. At 5pm it was just the two of us, so I asked for a table for 4 and explained that I'd happily order food and drinks for everyone immediately, even though the rest of the group was still fighting the weekday traffic. The hostess refused, so we stepped aside. 2 minutes later our 3rd friend arrived. I asked the group behind us if they minded us getting back in line. They laughed and said it was no problem because they had just had their 3rd person arrive as well. When I got back in line, the hostess deliberately skipped over me and called the next group instead. After seating them, I stopped her and asked for a table for 3. She asked if it would "really" be just 3. At that point I honestly didn't know. Our 4th friend was driving from Everett and had texted that she was stuck in standstill traffic. I said yes, seat the 3 of us. The hostess told us to wait while she seated yet another group, taking the last indoor table. We were then placed outside on a hot day. Despite how the evening started, I did exactly what I'd said I would. We ordered dinner for the entire group, including 2 bottles of wine to avoid inconveniencing them with making drinks. Then, incredibly, the hostess came back to our table and removed the 4th chair to make absolutely sure our last friend couldn't join us if she arrived. It felt petty, unnecessary, and frankly embarrassing. What should have been a joyful reunion became a stressful experience because of one person's rigid and unwelcoming attitude. The food was equally inconsistent. The labneh was extremely sour and came with cold, slightly stale pita. The squid & lamb were overly salty. The kohlrabi with peaches was so aggressively smoky that we left almost the entire dish untouched. The mushrooms were fine. The grilled pork was excellent and easily the highlight of the meal. The cod was just okay, and the desserts were average. We spent ~$500 for the meal. People don't spend this kind of money just for the food. The price reflects the entire experience, and that's where this restaurant failed. The service felt cold, impersonal, and overly focused on rules instead of hospitality. Rather than making guests feel welcome, the hostess made us feel like a problem she had to manage. I've had warmer, friendlier service at fast food restaurants. I won't be returning, and I took the time to write this review because no meal, especially one marking such a meaningful reunion, should be overshadowed by such an unnecessarily unpleasant welcome.

Ordered two shawarmas, one beef one chicken…read more Both marinated beautifully to bring out the unique flavors of each meat and the pita was made fresh in their fire oven. Definitely coming back!

********CLOSED************…read more They recently closed and reopened under a different name. It's now called THE BOSPHORUS PALACE. We originally went because we had seen good reviews for Almanqal Mediterranean Grill. When we got there, the server mentioned it's basically the same place but with a different menu, so we decided to give it a try. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing. The food took quite a while to come out and when it finally arrived, it wasn't even hot. The bread honestly tasted like something bought from a grocery store. The rice was very bland, and although the salad was actually really good, the chicken was extremely dry, chewy, and lacked flavor. The presentation looked nice, but the taste just didn't match. The portions were also quite small, and the prices felt very high for what you get. The service was just okay overall. Maybe they are still new and working things out, but for the price and portion size it just didn't feel worth it. Overall, it felt like a waste of time and money considering the quality and quantity of the food.

Listen, this place is the spot for all things good when it comes to gyros.Their fries are perfectly…read morecrispy and seasoned , the gyro meat is tender and delicious. The owner is a very kind gentlemsn and the staff are always polite. Tables are kept clean, as is the store. It can get busy during peak times so I usually order online. Gyro Sababa is great before a movie at Northgate , as a mid day snack, or any other time you want delicious food. Don't sleep on their home made garlic sauce or their baklava either!

This place is GOOD. I work at nearby North Seattle College, and this is my go-to place for lunch…read morein a pinch. The food is delicious! Even the salad is really flavorful! When I'm feeling like something hearty, I absolutely love the Arabic Shawarma wrap -- so good. And, the garlic sauce is awesome. The service is friendly and you can tell that they are working hard. Pro tip - order ahead and be patient, they are popular and during peak lunch time they are busy!!

Sureyya greeted us at the door, and the rest of the staff made us feel comfortable from the start!…read moreThe atmosphere and decor give much to feast on for the eyes while you wait for your dish. You can feel the weight of culture and sense the pride from the displays of artifacts and color! Every morsel of food and sip of drink carries intentionality and care. We continued to converse long after our food was finished, and it felt perfect because of the welcoming environment!

Love this little hidden Turkish delight. Excellent for any Vegans in your crew as well. Charming…read moredecor, plenty of indoor space, with some outdoor cafe tables when the weather cooperates. Broad menu selection from weekend brunch, pizza, soups, to classics like hummus, lamb, beef, and chicken dishes. Service is always friendly and helpful and the prices are moderate for Seattle. Our favorites are the rainbow hummus (beet, chickpea, basil, yam) and the lamb kebabs. The muhammara is delicious too, but a little sweeter than we like. Don't sleep on the bite sized to-go Turkish delight (vegan, multiple flavors!) on the way out.