Update: I left a comment on the Square receipt about never getting the hot sauce and the business…read moreowner responded within minutes and refunded. Great service and fast response! I got a build-my-own saj wrap with the mushroom base saj $6, sumac chicken $7, tomato $1.5, cucumber $1.5, pickled turnip $1, and a side of hot sauce $2. The saj bread itself tasted good, but got soaked through by the juice of the chicken and became very soggy. We walked to a park 10 minutes away to eat the wraps and the wraps were bending. The ingredients are fresh but nothing particularly stood out. I didn't quite taste the mushroom on the wrap, and on top of that, I got charged $2 for the hot sauce, but never tasted it in the wrap or found it on the side. My partner got the falafel saj wrap which was overall ddcent, but he also found the saj bread quite soggy, yet the falafels were on the dry side.

Yalla is a walk up window slinging unbelievably delicious Palestinian food. I went on a gorgeous…read moreSaturday just after 12PM and there was no line, but it looked like they were packing some take out orders. The signature saj bread is cooked fresh on a hot stone and is almost like a Middle Eastern flour tortilla with the way it's super thin and satisfyingly chewy bite. The only seating options are a few large benches on the sidewalk, but there's a poster saying you're welcome to sit at the neighboring bar which opens in the late afternoon provided you purchase a drink as well. Ended up sampling 3 of their wrap options and the Zaatar Wrap was deliciously nutty and fragrant, but texturally there was so many herbs that the center ate a little dry. The Lahme Khuruf (Lamb) was my favorite by far with super juicy ground meat with some tang from the labneh, sweetness, freshness from the tomato, and texture from the pine nuts. Absolute home run on this one! The Awarma and Cheese was a close second, but personally, the flavor profile was just a little less interesting than the lamb. Tip: grab some extra napkins as the wraps can fall apart a bit at the end!

I was visiting Seattle over a holiday weekend, and we stopped by Lola for brunch. Most restaurants…read morein the area were closed for the holiday, so we didn't have any high expectations, but we were very pleasantly surprised that this ended up being one of our favorite meals on our trip. I made a brunch reservation the night before and there were plenty of open time slots. It was a little busy but there were a couple of tables open. The service was very fast despite the holiday. We ordered the Lola breakfast and the eggs Benedict. The crispy potatoes that came with both meals were really good. The eggs were very fluffy and the sauce on the benedict was flavorful and lemony. I'd definitely come back here for brunch next time I'm in Seattle.

Visited with a friend who made a brief trip to Seattle. We came for brunch on a weekend and made a…read morereservation, so there was no wait but it was definitely crowded. I would definitely suggest making a reservation ahead of time if you can! For the food, I really liked the hash brown/falafel hybrid--super unique and really delicious! Their beignets were also nice and fluffy and the toast was decent as well. However, I wasn't a big fan of their scrambled eggs. Overall it was a solid choice for brunch, I'd order something different for my main dish though!

Yum, while visiting the market I stopped in to Turkish Delight for a little lunch…read more The lentil soup was unbelievably yummy. Thick and rich with spice (not spicy). I didn't even think I liked lentils until I tried this - I am now! Lunch was finished off with some unique variations on Turkish Delight (peach and dragon fruit) which hit the spot. Highly recommend!

Came here for the Turkish delights since they were so delicious the last time I came here…read more The experience was a little disappointing this time as there were a few of us who came into the shop and there was no designated line up to know who was next in queue. I understand that as a lunch rush, you want to focus on the Donair sandwiches but just have separate queues so different staff can serve different menu needs. I also didn't love that the Donair spit wasn't rotating so only one section of meat was heated until someone ordered. Seems a bit improper?

Fantastic Persian food and quick! The good--excellent…read morechicken kebab, Gormeh Sabzi, and PERFECT rice. Did not wait long for 5 people's orders. The not so good--it's only open til 4pm. Only 2 tiny tables and some counter seats.

Great food and flavors. We love Persian cuisine and this was really good. We shared a kotlet and it…read morehit the spot. So flavorful. We saw two cute aunties preparing food with love. Do not miss this!

I had the good fortune to have take away dinner from this food truck last night at a pop up soccer…read morewatch party in bellevue. Wow, what a wonderful surprise. I ordered the chicken plate for myself and the gyro plate for my husband. The portions were generous and the taste was fantastic! The chicken was so tender and there was plenty of it. The rice had a nice cumin (?) kick to it. The baba ganoush was slightly smoky and creamy. Loved the pickles on top. The wait was minimal and the service was pleasant. All in all it was the best street food I've had in years. I'll search out this truck again for sure!

Absolutely fantastic food! I stopped by not really knowing what to expect, but this place blew me…read moreaway. Every bite was packed with flavor -- rich, perfectly seasoned, and fresh. You can tell everything is made with care and attention to detail. I ordered a platter that came with tender meat, fresh salad, warm pita, and creamy sauces that tied everything together beautifully. The balance of flavors was spot on -- nothing too heavy, just pure, delicious Mediterranean comfort food.Even though there was a short wait, it was completely worth it once I took the first bite. The food came out hot and beautifully put together. You can really taste the quality and passion behind it. If you love bold flavors and generous portions, do yourself a favor and check this place out. Easily one of the best meals I've had in a long time. I'll definitely be coming back -- next time, I'm bringing friends so they can see what all the fuss is about!

Our flight had been delayed so by the time we got into Seattle it was close to 9:30PM. This spot…read morewas 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.

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

This is a veryyy tiny place near the exit of the train station. A lot of places electricity was…read moreout, but Al Bacha was still open. The prices were very reasonable and meat was good quality. It took a little long to get our food, but we took it to go after since it was warm inside. Not sure if that's because of the electricity or if it gets warm normally

On Broadway so parking is as terrible as it gets! Right next to anapurnina on the corner. Menu is…read moreextensive, food is plentiful, flavor is on point! Order lamb shawarma wrap and Greek fries. The hot sauce in the table gives a nice kick but doesnt linger. Service was quick and efficient. Space is clean and open! Wrap comes with pickles, olives, tomato, cucumber. Garlic aioli n the sudd for the fries was chef's kiss! Green fries were crunchy and tons of cheese and aioli.

For good food in a cozy environment, pop into Cafe Sulliman. Visiting Seattle for a quick weekend…read morefor a best friend's memorial service, I walked into this tiny restaurant inside Melrose Market, a small food hall inside old automobile buildings. On a Friday around 5:30pm, I was one of three people there before all the tables filled up 30-45 minutes later. Sitting at the bar, I got to watch the open kitchen create each dish with detail. To eat, I ordered the red pepper dip with molasses and walnuts. It comes with several thin pita straight from the oven. There's a slight kick to the dip making it perfect. I could eat just that as a meal. For my main, I got an entire roasted cauliflower with charred shallots, labneh, apricot, and more. The apricot added a sweetness to the savory. With a perfectly cooked cauliflower, it was divine. To drink, I ordered a glass of French white wine. The entire experience is among the best I've had in Seattle. (I come here twice a year.) Impeccable service seals the deal.

4.5 Stars This is a…read moresmall area located in a food court that's outfitted like a sophisticated bar. The menu has a well curated mix of drinks, appetizers, entrees, and desserts. We split the lamb hummus ($27) and the Halloumi ($18). Both were surprisingly filling. The lamb was fork-tender and wonderfully cooked - my only qualm was this dish was extremely salty. The Halloumi was crispy and layered in flavor - sweet from the honey, acidity from the kumquat, and spicy from the red paste. The plating is beautiful. I love how the tiny kitchen is open so you can watch your dishes being prepped if you sit at the bar. Staff are polite and efficient.