I ordered takeout, and it was hot and ready when I arrived. I ordered chicken shawarma sandwiches,…read morea beef & lamb shawarma sandwich, dolmas, and hummus. My daughter is Middle Eastern, so I was excited to see what she thought of one of my favorite local restaurants. She said everything was really tasty. She said the dolmas were probably made by hand on site, the meats were seasoned well, and the pita was warm and soft. The prices are reasonable, and I love supporting this family-owned business. They are friendly and welcoming. I can't wait for another excuse to drive across town for another meal.

I've been to Safura's several times as it's conveniently located near my wife's place of employment…read moreand we both love mediterranean food. Ambience - Kinda a cafeteria vibe to me. But tidy and orderly and functional. Service - very courteous, friendly, and attentive. Food prepared in a timely fashion. Food - modest homemade tasting food. At this juncture, we've tried just about everything on the menu. I personally find the food a little bland and think some improvements could be made in this regard. It reminds me of a home cooked meal in which you are having a large number of friends over and want to have the broadest appeal... but not really cooking for your family nucleus and going all out.. it's safe...but not really interesting win any regard...utilitarian....if that makes sense. It's a solid OK establishment all around. But I'm glad it's here in Lacey and we will definitely return again... at some point, I'm sure.

Tanoor is one of the more pleasant surprises in my time in Seattle. I've always thought about the…read moreWestlake / SLU area as a food dessert. Filled with corporate slop bowls to fuel up tech bros, you won't find a decent meal anywhere on this side of the lake. But Tanoor is kind of like that special someone who has been there your whole life but you've always looked past for greener pastures. This restaurant was staring me right in the eyes for years, and I didn't realize how magnificent it was until today. When you walk in you are greeted by warm, fresh and fluffy pita. Guess what, IT COMES WITH THE MEAL! Everyone knows I'm a sucker for some free bread. But don't let these Lebanese pillows fill you up, the dip marathon has just begun. The menu here is unlike anything I've ever seen. You can get lost trying to figure out what to order for lunch, so I would advise consulting the waitstaff for guidance through this delightful maze. I just looked on their menu to figure out what the fries that I ate were called, and I can't find them for the life of me. But they had their own incredible dip completely covering them. At one point we had 4 different dips on the table, and I'm not sure how they got there. 1) The dip on the fries 2) Spicy hummus (not that spicy, incredibly tasty) 3) Za'tar that comes with the pita 4) Yogurt sauce that came with the Kabob combo Everything comes with something else here. And since I was having an electric conversation with my good friend, I sort of lost track of everything that we ordered. But if you love dipping things in other things as much as I do, you will love Tanoor!

The food here is pretty good. The fresh bread that is served at the table is the highlight. This…read morerestaurant has a modern vibe and is a nice dine in option in the area. I highly recommend the combo for two to three people as you get a variety of different appetizers and all of the main kabobs. However, a couple of things that really made this experience mediocre. First, the meat was overcooked even though I asked for medium rare. Most of the meat came out medium well. The rice was undercooked and hard when you bit into it. The server could have been more attentive.. didn't come back to check on us, even though the restaurant wasn't super busy. The biggest disappointment is that this establishment passes on a 5% fee to help pay for their staff's benefits. They stay it's optional and they can take it off but it's very distasteful. The owner should reconsider this and build this expense into the pricing of their menu. Otherwise their wait staff is going to feel slighted when customers leave less tip because of this additional fee. Overall, this is a solid place, but the experience was just average considering all aspects, and therefore the three star rating.

One of my favorite experiences in Seattle from July 2025 was getting food to go from Damoori…read moreKitchen and then hiking to the beach in Discovery Park to have lunch. Everything about this place seemed to have the mark of greatness, from the incredible food and customer service to the quaint neighborhood location. So, I'm sad to discover that it's now listed as permanently closed on Yelp.

This is a little gem of a place. It is not the standard shawarma/falafel shop. There is nothing…read morewrong with those, but a little variety is nice. This place has a small but eclectic menu. Lebanese food in the form of pita wraps and bowls. Some signature dishes. It is also a little market with specialty food items. We really enjoyed the flavor of the dishes. Among the four of us, we ordered the eggplant signature, the chicken signature dish (chicken and rice), one of the bowls, and the chicken pita wrap. Everything was delicious. I wish this place was closer, but it is quite a drive for us to get out here. Too bad.

Came here for dinner this past Tuesday to celebrate a couple of friend's birthdays. One of my…read morefriends called a head for a reservation since there were five of us just in case for 6pm. Service was friendly and patient as we tried to make decisions and asked questions. I have a friend that kind handle chile spice due to medical condition they were very accommodating when it was needed by having certain sauces on the side. We shared a number of dishes and two bottles of wine. We started with the Hummus bil Lahm ou Snobar, my favorite dish of the evening a hummus with bubbling spiced lamb. Baba Ghanouj, Bisara Munir, Arnabeet, Alhalaioun and the chicken and beef Shish Taouk. Everything was delicious. Flavorful, the proteins were cooked perfectly nice and tender. One of our friends likes meat a lot and hadn't cause he thought it was a vegetarian restaurant. We had to have the green chile sauce on the side of the asparagus dish cause of my friend but that was ok we were putting it in other items we loved it so much. Also the whipped garlic that came with the chicken and beef was a big hit! We had never had Lebanese wine and enjoyed our selections. Love that it felt like a healthier meal with the vegetables and spreads. Didn't feel stuffed after but definitely satisfied. They even comped dessert for my friends birthday which I believe was an orange rose water pudding. Welcoming warm space. Parking is fairly easy on a Tuesday night. Looking forward to visiting again

Great intimate family-friendly restaurant with authentic Lebanese food. Street parking…read more My favorites ares the lamb hummus with pine nuts and the squash grounded dip. Both were very flavorful and well balanced. Love the different textures. The roasted broccoli was OK, it was on the less cooked side The entree skewers were pretty good too. Shoutout to the kind service that let me combine and do half beef and half chicken because at the point I was too full from all the appetizers I ordered but still wanted to try both. One thing I really loved about the skewer is the sauces that came on the side: one tahini, one garlic, and one tomato. Such delicious sauces! Entrees were a little pricey though. Last but not least my party enjoyed the special Lebanese wine.

Restaurant is SO clean and the owners and staff are very friendly !!…read more All the food was SO good, even my dad loved it and he's a picky eater Everything is 100% halal too :)

One of our more interesting stops on the West coast. Led here by band leader Justin S, here's an…read moreopportunity to feast on both traditional Pakistani food and a juicy Ribeye Steak. Which is just what we did. No community dinner this time but we did the reach across the table which would have drove my mother crazy. In doing so, Ronnie (Justin's drummer) decided he didn't like his first bites of Lamb Steak. Rather than send it back, he and I just swapped; he loved the ribeye and I was blown away by the Lamb. Win-win. The rice was just right as were the roasted potatoes. They also serve an outstanding garlic naan. I tried the Lahori Tandoori fish and it tasted wonderful; were it not for the fact that it was deep fried, I would order that next time. About the decor. It's a comfortable, good sized place and quiet, too. I'm not sure about the two-tone green walls, but then again I'm here to eat. The chandeliers are beautiful and the booths are comfortable. The service here rocked. Glasses stayed full and a couple well check visits were appreciated. 05/25

Love this place. Foods good, service good, clean. 3x here always good!! Great excuse to come to…read moreBellevue. 3 hours free parking in building.

If you're looking for authentic Lebanese food, this is by far not even close…read more Been hesitant to give this place a try but the options are limited in the Seattle area. Walking in, you don't get the Lebanese food aroma or feel. Already I was considering to turn back and leave but I had to commit and not judge by looks. I ordered the shish tawook and tabouli and was very disappointed. As someone familiar with Lebanese food, this was nowhere close to authentic. The flavors were bland, rice is not how it's done in Lebanon (yellow basmati?), the tabouli was underwhelming and dry (Lebanese do not add quinoa either to it), and the portions were surprisingly small for the high prices. Also, no toum but instead something similar to tzaiki? Odd. Unfortunately, the quality and value just weren't there.

I love Mamnoon's new Happy Hour! From 5:00 - 6:30 every evening you can pick from a smaller happy…read morehour menu at steep discounts. As always, they have excellent vegetarian and vegan options. The cocktails are unique. I recently enjoyed a cocktail with vodka, pineapple, passion fruit, and cinnamon simple syrup, with some kind of interesting dried leaves or seeds on the rim. Delicious!

We came here around 8pm, and were greeted by a lovely host. Our server recommended a couple dishes…read moreto start off with, and we ordered a few drinks. The drinks were great and the ambiance was lovely, our party was sat at a large round table which really emphasized the family-style approach of this spot. My favourites of the night were the chicken, the cauliflower, and the dips! Unfortunately we were not informed that the kitchen was going to close about 20 minutes after we sat down. This meant that we weren't able to add more dishes, as what we had ordered wasn't enough for all of us to feel completely full. It was a solid spot with good vibes, but for the price point, I would hope that the service and communication would be more attentive.

It has been a while since I've been here. Had to order take out which was fast and convenient!…read more Everything done online. When I came in to pick up my order the interior still looked the same as before. No updates in the restaurant. The customers looked like they were all enjoying their time with the chill vibe or energy that Olive Tree gives. The cashier/clerk is very nice! She greeted me with a warm smile and my food was ready to go. As for my order, I ordered something different from before, which was the shawarma chicken platter. I really enjoyed this dish and I would order this again. Lots of chicken!

Had an okay experience at Olive Tree in Kent. The food had some highlights, but the service could…read moredefinitely use improvement. The cashier seemed to have difficulty understanding the order from the beginning, which made the process a little frustrating. When I mentioned that the chicken kebab was too dry and asked if I could switch to the lamb kebab instead, the response from the cook/owner felt defensive, and I was made to feel like I was only asking for lamb rather than sharing genuine feedback about the food. I paid the difference, no problem. The Olive Tree fries were delicious, and once I received the lamb kebabs, they were excellent juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. I enjoyed the food itself, but the customer service experience made the visit less enjoyable. Hopefully, they can improve communication and how they handle customer feedback because the food has potential.

Nice ambiance, wonderful staff. I'm always treated with care and lovely service when I dine in or…read moreorder takeout. The food is fresh and so delicious. Pictured is my recent to-go lunch order. Sooo yummy! We dug in before I could snap a pic.

Tanoor is hands down one of our favorite spots, and it was the perfect place to spend Valentine's…read moredinner. The ambiance is warm, intimate, and beautifully set up. Our go-to order every time is the meat platter for two, and it never disappoints. It comes with three veggie sides, which balance everything perfectly. The meat is incredibly juicy, flavorful, and cooked just right, tender with that perfect char. You can really taste the quality and seasoning in every bite. The portions are generous, the presentation is great, and the overall vibe makes you want to stay and enjoy your time. Whether it's a date night or just a nice dinner out, Tanoor always delivers. Service was excellent as well, our server was fast and polite. Already looking forward to our next visit!

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.