Jafra

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Sophia B.

I've been searching for a place in the SeaTac area with delicious hummus, and I finally found one! Right off of I-5 and SR 516, this is a wonderful hidden gem that's a perfect place to stop while passing through, after leaving the airport, or a special trip for a delicious Mediterranean meal with generous portions. The menu is huge, with plenty of Greek, Jordanian, Turkish, Yemeni, and other classic Mediterranean entrees, sides, desserts, and drinks. I got the hummus mix, a chicken shawarma plate, and Karak tea. Everything was fantastic! The portions were huge so I have plenty of leftovers for future meals and snacks. The hummus was absolutely a standout, with delicious ratios of creamy chickpeas and tangy tahini, garlic, and fresh veggies on top. The Karak tea was a perfect balance of sweet and spiced flavors, absolutely a must try if you like chai or similar spiced coffees/teas. The shawarma plate had fresh veggies, even more hummus, and tons of chicken and rice. Everything was well cooked and delicious. The service was very fast, and the employee I talked to was so friendly! He gave me a free maple donut to snack on while I waited for my to-go order. It paired very nicely with the delicious Karak tea. Inside, the restaurant is very clean and home-y with nice decorations and lots of tables. I will 100% be back here! The menu is large with plenty of vegetarian options alongside the typical meat shawarma plates, gyros, and sandwiches. They also have a wide selection of donuts, sweets, and American food if someone in your group isn't a huge fan of Mediterranean. The parking lot is small and it can be easy to drive past the turn in, but don't skip it! I will be back!

Sandra S.

Very delicious! Nice quiet spot to enjoy a quick lunch. There were lots of options for gyros and drinks. Also had an assortment of donuts. Service was quick as well.

Great food and great service! My favorite is the Arabic-style shawarma, and the Mixed Grill Plate is also amazing. Everything was fresh and full of flavor. Highly recommend!

Jill E.

It's a little tricky to get to, right on the corner and with construction its problematic but don't be deterred, its worth the effort. Interesting combination of Mediterranean, breakfast and donuts so something for everyone. We stopped by on a Saturday afternoon about 1:30 and there were customers in and out the entire time we were there. Both my friend and I opted for the Gyro which came with a lot of meat, lettuce, onion, tomato and sauce on a really fresh pita. It was large enough that we didn't need any sides and be sure to take note if you don't like food with heat this might be too much. We quite enjoyed it but not for everyone. Will absolutely go back and try something else.

Kai C.

Been wanting to try this spot so we opted for delivery for breakfast today. The restaurant is an unusual combo of halal preparation, western-ish foods, and also donuts. Which seems like a great combo! They had an offer for two breakfast sandwiches for the price of one. The ordering menu was a bit confusing. No description as to what is on the breakfast sandwich - just went for it. And under "muffins" it said a bunch of flavors including "coffee" so I thought, oh, how cool, a coffee donut. No, ya'll, I was delivered a cup of coffee lol. That's fine. They breakfast sandwiches are generous so they get smooshed in the packaging. The bun is fantastic and the egg is very flavorful. They also strive to make things a bit different by adding fruit and potato as sides. The hashbrowns are kind of like "those other" hashbrowns but maybe made with a different oil. Everything was tasty and filling.

Ratish K.

First Mediterranean restaurant that I know is open 24x7 with a drive thru. What I liked - Chicken Shawarma was good. The chicken was juicy and liked the veggies - hummus mix was good, liked the creaminess of the hummus and pita - mixed grill plate - like the lamb, beef and chicken kababs, the rice and salad. - fries - nothing can go wrong with fries! What I did not like - ordered more than 30 mins online so that I could pickup when I reach but still had to wait another 15 mins. It feels like they give preference to the drive thru orders! - Mediterranean Chicken shawarma - cut into small roll pieces was very dry and bland. - falafel & cauliflower sandwich was ok. Should have added more sauce to make it juicer -Kanafeh was not good, just a lump of semiya in a sugar syrup. If this was not meant for take out, they should remove the item from the takeout. Lastly, no free baklava! When I ordered online, it says there is free baklava but I never found it. Does this always happen or was I unlucky to not get it!

Brianna J.

I got some Greek fries and a chicken shawarma (forgot to capture since I was hungry) and the were hot and fresh. Ngl the menu is pricey but it was nice to go somewhere at 3am for hot and tasty food. I would definitely come back and I still am shocked by the variety and amount of stuff in their menu

Mixed grilled plate and shrimp corn chowder

Hong P.

I came across this and my sister recommended that I go there not for their breakfast but their standard Mediterranean meals as they are so much better and she wasn't wrong. I went in early for breakfast and ordered the Mixed Grill Plate which has a little bit of every kind of meat, rice, hummus, salad, and pita which I requested no to. I also order the shrimp corn chowder as well. It took a while but I was the only person in this clean lobby area and the food did not disappoint. The soup was delicious and creamy. And the mixed grilled plate was a lot for just one person but I can't complain because every bite was good and I was able to try a little bit of everything. Highly recommended as they are open 24/7.

Best fries EVER!!! We've been looking for good Mediterranean food. Fount it! I am pescatarian - so a yummy falafel is always a treat. I will ask for extra sauce next time. And there WILL be many more next times. My husband had the gyro and loved it. Great, friendly service! So happy we found this place!

QueenLo M.

A bit disappointed when I got my food- fish was almost as the size of a nugget. And not only that , 2 ketchups and a ranch was thrown in there together with my food- who wanna eat that after. Smh

I ordered a Greek salad and got something that looks nothing like what they showed on their menu. Who uses white onions for Greek salad??? It's gross. I'm bummed

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J A.

10 months ago

A real sweet place we stopped during I5 construction. Nice staff and great Greek fries.

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Hy L.

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2 years ago

Delicious! Good portion. Friendly service. Casual interior. Come here and try their food! We always get the gyro/shwarma main dish that comes with hummus, pita, salad, and a bed of rice! Yum!! read more

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Diana H.

11 months ago

Ordered from Jafra for the first time through their website for pickup. The order was completed on time, neatly packaged. We were amazed at how delicious everything was, particularly for an affordable place with a drive through and open 24 hours a day. The Super Gyro was our favorite. Fries (both Greek and regular) were nice and crispy, satisfying. Would definitely not hesitate to come back if we were in the area and it's an excellent option for late night cravings. read more

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Carol C.

9 months ago

Good food. Donuts fresh & tasty. Friendly staff.i had never had a Chicken Shawrama Sandwich, hot with great flavored chicken.

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Reshad K.

1 year ago

We stopped by this place for a quick bite on our way home to Portland and the service was amazing. Mahmoud made us feel like family and always had a smile on his face. The food was good and came out quickly. They had a diverse selection of options which is great for a family who all want to eat different things. read more

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Karoline M.

9 months ago

We loved Jafra! it was delicious, perfectly spiced& felt so good in my belly. kind staff. highly recommend

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Kenneth F.

2 years ago

I came in at midnight for a plate and gyro fries. Portions are perfect and good display is very aesthetically pleasing . Although I paid a little more for using the self serve computer, (next time I will order at cashier ) was well worth it . Will be coming back read more

Jafra - Gyro fries and beef and lamb gyro plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Des Moines, Washington

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Phamela C.

1 year ago

We came in around 11 a.m, there were just a few other customers at the time. We ordered beef and lamb gyro plates with two sides of falafel, which was surprisingly fantastic, and the hummus was 10/10. Side note: as we were eating, one of the owners approached us and handed us TWO free gyro fries for us to try.. Employees are extremely polite and humble people. I definitely recommend this place to anyone looking to try Mediterranean cuisine! read more

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Ula M.

2 years ago

Food and smoothies are good. Friendly staff. Second time trying. We would try again soon.

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Muhammad A.

11 months ago

Food was great. I think jafra has best kebabs in seatac area. Not too expensive and definitely going to try again.

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Jeannie G.

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2 years ago

Food is really good, some over priced, some better priced. Service is hit or miss but it's run by a couple people and there are a lot of options so I'm sure they're busy. Ambiance is standard, feels like an old Dunkin' Donuts and quite a bit of road noise but fine if you're taking to go. read more

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Mike P.

1 year ago

Classic gyro was not classic. Spice was Indian, not Mediterranean. Would not recommend.

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Travis B.

2 years ago

Fantastic EVERYTHING!!! FOOD, SERVICE, PEOPLE. We live in Lake Stevens. Happend to be staying in the area of this lovely place. Checked it out and instantly fell in love with it! read more

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Niko C.

2 years ago

Really good place to grab something quick yet nutritious, the lamb gyro is my favorite must try it. read more

Jafra - Really good Gyros , I got me a lamb and chicken and they gave me a free pastry!! - Mediterranean Near Me - Des Moines, Washington

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Scott B.

2 years ago

Unique flavor gyros. Bought twice on our trip! Skip the shakes, they're not made with ice cream.

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Kurt H.

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2 years ago

Ok so I've been searching for the perfect Greek restaurant. The super gyros and homemade tzatziki along with the meat platter are delicious. We've ordered once a week since we discovered it. It's a very unassuming place that sells donuts too. Don't pass this up and let's keep it a secret. Ps. The prices for the quality are unparalleled. read more

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Tal Z.

2 years ago

As someone from the middle east I can really say that the food here is on another level! The service is great and welcoming. Highly recommend the mix grill plate read more

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Leesha K.

2 years ago

Totally amazing authentic Mediterranean dishes. I had ordered the Philly Steak & Falafel combo- most delicious sandwiches I have had by far. Philly steak the bread was amazing and soft, the meat was tender and flavorful- customer service was beyond inviting and amazing. Recommend most definitely. read more

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Chris W.

2 years ago

Items missing, food was bland or even hard and inedible. It's stupid that their items don't have ingredients or sides listed. Pictures are deceiving. I ordered on DoorDash. I called beforehand to ask if my meal came with a salad and they said yes. When it arrived the pita was rock HARD, food was bland or inedible. The only thing that tasted good was their fries. We ordered $60 worth and are sooo disappointed. It's going in the trash. To makes things worse..We called and they said they would call back but haven't. read more

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Karla M.

1 year ago

I ordered food from here through DoorDash. It was so good would definitely recommend and visit soon

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DaeJaniece V.

2 years ago

Their food is sooooo good! I use to come here with my sister and my nephew when it was just a donut shop. And then they remodeled it into a full menu drive thru. Exceeded my expectations forsure. I ordered the falafel sandwich, chicken Shawarma sandwich, feta sandwich, kids chicken nuggets and cheeseburger. When I tell you, everything, and I mean everything was so dang good!!! It's so nice to have fresh food around in my area , because there are so many fast food restaurants. Service was great as well! Thank you! read more

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Amin H.

2 years ago

Great people Mukhtar, Mahmud and Mohammed they are respectful with excellent service, my family and I love it and loooooove the food we enjoyed it I recommend for people to come and try it I'm planning In trying their breakfas. thank you Mukhtar Amin read more

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Richard S.

2 years ago

Went in just trying to get a shake and a snack got 2 milk shakes and a cheese cake order took 25 minutes to make by the time my order came out my shake was room temperature and I received a frozen cheese cake they also charge u for a service fee and add a tip on to your order which i think is really unfair noticing they crappy service and not good food the area seemed like a pretty good spot considering they say it on the big huge sign it will be and experience to remember or something like that for sure never stepping foot inside that place again read more

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Kristel g.

2 years ago

They were not lying when the wrapping said a taste you'll remember. My partner gets off work late so typically we have a limited options past 10 PM for good food other than fast food places. We have kept an eye on this place for quite a few months now and we're happy to say that we finally were able to drive by and it was open. I'm very happy this place is open 24/7 because it just is nice to have an option of delicious food late at night when we walked in the cashier greeted us. It was very kind and welcoming and patient. The restaurant appeared very, very spotless and clean, and we observed the other people were also devouring, the restaurants food we took our order and when we got home, it was delicious. The lamb was exquisite. They were very generous with the meat and very light on the sauce. Typically other places don't give you a lot of meat and are heavy on the sauce. I really enjoyed my take out order from here and I'm very satisfied with the service that I received from Jafra . I hope other people are able to try this place! read more

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Maurice M.

2 years ago

The mediterranean Food here is awesome. The prices are kind of dicey. But still worth it. I think evening magazine should visit this place

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Joey W.

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2 years ago

Food is absolutely delicious. Options for everyone including espresso coffee. Clean store that's open 24 hours. Check out the breakfast in the morning, you won't be disappointed. Adding a picture of the mixed plate I had the other day. It was absolutely delicious and so fresh! read more

Jafra - Mixed plate, salad, hummus with pita. - Mediterranean Near Me - Des Moines, Washington

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Becca D.

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Incredible post-hike spot on the way back to Seattle ! Open 24/7 and with vegetarian and vegan options. This place is a must try for the midnight experience. Super nice staff. What a menu selection. read more

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Hamze H.

2 years ago

This breakfast was amazing and I'm coming back, every morning and also the surprise thing is It's open 24 hours read more

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Jocelyn E.

2 years ago

We came to try Mediterranean food. The restaurant has large windows which make it very bright. The tv plays food shows. There is breakfast, lunch and dinner. Portions are large. The rice was very yummy! I love that you can get donuts here too. The staff is super friendly. We will be back read more

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Tripp L.

2 years ago

Food wasn't appealing customer service lacked the inside felt cheap wouldn't go back and wouldn't recommend.

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Sameer T.

2 years ago

There is no place like home and Jaffer prove it to be the best food you can have tender lamb delicious chicken, and don't forget the baklava all together. It is the best. Good luck for you people. read more

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Aaliya O.

2 years ago

Incredible service and absolutely delicious food. Mahmoud is very kind and the restaurant is very very clean. 100% recommend them for both breakfast and lunch bites!! read more

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Namshit A.

2 years ago

Great service by khattar thankyou for the fast and efficient service would love to visit again

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Saleh Z.

2 years ago

The best food ever I have had in united state of America the food was amazing many options the menu is huge

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Vonja A.

2 years ago

We ordered chicken gyros, spanakopita, and stuffed grape leaves. All were excellent, though I ordered the gyros without tomatoes and they missed the request (it was delivery). No big because it was just a preference not an allergy issue, but something to be aware of. The containers of tzatziki that came with the sides were very small, so you may want to order extra. The gyros had hummus on them, which isn't a style I've ever tried but was delicious. read more

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Mike P.

2 years ago

Food is fresh and very flavorful, staff is very nice and the store looks very clean, really like the 24hr aspect of them also

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Anthony D.

2 years ago

Very good Super Gyros. Great deserts and donuts. Finally a excellent place to eat in Des Moines.

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Ldmlocal S.

2 years ago

the food, service and hours is out of this world super amazing!!!!!!! thank you guys you rock read more

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Rich L.

2 years ago

Have been at Jafra twice now and am so glad they are here. Great food ---super tasty Gyro -- and the hospitality is genuine. Their menu is very diverse, and I'm looking forward to future dates sampling both breakfast items, and most certainly a donut now and then. read more

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Medhat S.

2 years ago

I m new in the city and I love Greek food. It was amazing and also Yes, I understand can find many and many donut . Highly recommended

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23100 Pacific Hwy S
Ste 101
Des Moines, WA 98198
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(206) 824-8417
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What time does Jafra open?

Jafra is open 24 hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Jafra is open 24 hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Yes, Jafra serves alcohol.

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Yes, Jafra allows dogs.

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Yes, Jafra has parking options. Private Lot Parking

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All breading, no pickle. Disappointing.

Ram Restaurant & Brewery

Another visit to this American restaurant! Got some alcholic beverages, sodas, appetizers and…read moreentrees for our party of 6. Good times! Ordered some Lemon Drop shots, Margaritas and a few other drinks. Food got delivered in a timely manner and service was great! Really enjoyed our dining experience.

Tried the Chicken Ranch pizza for the first time....it was outstanding!! JJ (our server) highly…read morerecommended it....he's a great source when your wanting to try something new, he knows his stuff :0) He also goes out of his way to make you feel at home...extremely professional . Sorry...no pic's..we were hungry ;0)

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13 Coins SeaTac

We had a very nice dinner at 13 Coins. The food was delicious and the dessert was perfection. It…read morewas a very classy and professional restaurant. The decor was also really nice and clean. It had nice leather booths and fancy leather barstools. Our server, Thomas, was really good! Personable and knowledgeable about the menu and gave great recommendations! Highly recommend dining here.

Whaddaya mean they're no longer open 24 hours?! Never mind…read morewhat the signs say... Got there around 2130 on a Sunday night, not too busy ...until 2230 when ppl started to pour in so plan accordingly. Faith, my server, was a trouper. She pivoted when the crowds came in but ensured I was always taken care of. My food was very good, thankfully. Had only bn in town 72 hours, hadn't managed a decent meal but that's more bc of all the events surrounding graduation and family get together. My drink, clams and calamari soothed the hungry beast, even if I wasn't in awe. Ambiance was soothing, restful, a nice quiet until the crowds came arrived and then went up exponentially Faith really made my dinner very nice

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Huge leather booths

Chocolate chip cookie skillet

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Chocolate chip cookie skillet

Alina’s Cafe

We saw this place on yelp and took the bus here after arriving on our flight to SeaTac. Honestly it…read morehas some random reviews about the food not being good and lack of service but I had the opposite experience. The staff was super friendly from when I walked in they welcomed us. I did know from here to just go grab a menu and then he asked if we could sit at this one table which was perfect because it gave us the space for our bags and dog. The food was superb! The potatoes were flavorful, biscuits were fluffy and their hot sauce add that kick if you want it. Highly recommend coming and giving them a try!

Some of the slowest service I've received in a very long time. Really disappointing…read more If you want something within 30 minutes go somewhere else.

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French toast.

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Vanilla latte - not good, incredibly sweet (and I have a sweet tooth)

Auntie Irene's Coffee Shop

I was so happy to discover this gem of a coffee shop while on a walking tour of Maury Island. It…read morehas fantastic vibes and everything you could possibly want: great coffee and ice cream! The service was wonderful--the barista was welcoming, helpful, and patient while taking our order. We both ordered Americanos, and the espresso was top-notch. It's also incredibly convenient that they have a drive-thru, a kid's area, and an ice cream bar. I also really appreciated that the restroom was clean and handicap accessible--such a thoughtful touch. I cannot recommend this place enough! I'll definitely be making this a regular stop whenever I'm in the area visiting the site of the famous Maury Island incident--the home of the alleged first 'Men in Black' encounter following the UFO sighting in June 1947.

It's very rare that you can find a chocolate malt anymore but anti Irene's always delivers. Plus,…read morethey are the only and I mean the only place that uses chocolate ice cream for their chocolate malts, instead of vanilla ice cream with chocolate syrup. Susie, the owner is so kind and always available to speak with. Sandwiches are great as well. If you haven't been, please go!

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The Quarterdeck

4.6

(112 reviews)

1.7 mi

A perfect place for listening to live music, seated in some lawn chairs sipping some wine, beer or…read moresparkle. We came by after happy hour at Anthony's and listened to a live set of great music. The place was packed, but everyone is friendly and was willing to share their table with us. We had a great time and I strongly recommend coming by the Quarterdeck to chill and listen to live music. Can't believe it took me 20 years of living in Seattle to find this place. So, don't repeat my mistake.

Quarterdeck is what I like to call a "come for the vibes, stay for the drinks, eat... somewhere…read moreelse" kind of place. I stopped by while visiting Seattle and while the food situation was a bit chaotic (they had rotating menus because they were out of a few items), I ended up ordering a kimchi-inspired sandwich that I wanted to love...but it just didn't do it for me. Not inedible, maybe a 2/5, but I'd definitely try something else next time. My friend ordered what I think was the Garden Harvest Wrap (a staple on the menu), and that was more of a 3/5. Both dishes were served cold (intentionally), which I think made a difference, I could totally see them being much better if they were warm. Now let's talk about what is worth it: the mimosa flight. SO good. Like dangerously easy to sit there, sip through all of them, and forget any minor food disappointments. But honestly, the real star here is the ambiance. You're right on the water with the most effortless, breezy, coastal energy. Boats drifting by, sun hitting just right, people lingering over drinks--it's giving main character energy in the best way. I found myself wanting to stay way longer than planned and even doing some work while there. This is absolutely a spot I'd come back to, just with a strategy: eat before or after, and come here to sip, sit by the water, and take a little walk on the dock. 5 stars for the vibes alone

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The tent

Garden harvest wrap & Kimchi inspired sandwich & Mimosa flight

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View from the Quarterdeck

PortoVino

4.6

(59 reviews)

1.5 mi

Porto Vino Italian Restaurant delivers a truly memorable dining experience from start to finish…read more From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm, inviting, and effortlessly elegant--perfect for a relaxed dinner, date night, or special occasion. The service stood out immediately. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming without ever feeling rushed. You can tell they take pride in making guests feel comfortable and cared for. We shared our meal and started out with a bottle of Amarone, complimentary bread, Steamers - Leeks, Mediterranean clams, garlic and herb white wine butter sauce, Portovino: Specialità Della Casa (their salad) Seasonal greens, tomatoes, sliced apples, Gorgonzola cheese, walnuts, raspberry vinaigrette lobster stuffed ravioli with a creamy mushroom sauce a prawns, a lemon tart for dessert and a coffee nudge to top off the evening.

The food was immaculate. All of it was prepared very well and tasted excellent. The ambience was…read morealso notable. Here are the major glaring issues. 1. When you make reservations a week or more in advance but then when you show up (party of 4) get sat in the bar, this is immediately a red flag and a big miss. 2. The guest of honor had to sit with no food because the waiter placed the wrong order for her food. 3. Waiter mentioned bread for the table, but it never came and we had to ask for it repeatedly. 4. Asked for the dessert menu twice and all other food came very quickly (NICE) but the dessert was the slowest. We will come back and try this place again. The food was sooo good. Hoping this info helps to relay the challenges we felt that caused this visit to fall short.

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Old fashioned for the husband

via Marina Wood Fired Pizza & Italian Cafe

This place was worth the drive. My friend recommended it, and we went down for an evening of…read moredelicious Italian cuisine. I learned that they were also the owners of one of my favorite Italian restaurants Vinces. This made perfect sense since I've been going there for years and love every bite of everything they make. The staff was so fun and helpful. I also loved the kitschy style of the restaurant.

After a hike on the Des Moines creek trail..we decided to grab a bite here. Place was…read moremoderately busy nothing crazy the hostess definitely seemed annoyed that we walked in and wanted to be seated. It was about a 30 second silent treatment before begrudgingly grabbed 2 menus and sat us at the very first table right next to the door. Which was also like like three steps from the hostess table. Thankfully, the waitress,was amazing and had recommendations.. I was very polite. My food came out super quick and was super hot.. to hot even to dig in . I ordered the lasagna my friend got a pizza. The food was absolutely delicious. If ever in the area we may come back. . What have been 5 stars If the awkward entrance wouldn't have been well so awkward

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Piyush K.

10 months ago

The food at Jafra is just okay -- not particularly good or bad. However, the biggest issue is the customer service. The lady at the front is quite rude, and overall the service is not great. I think they really need to work on improving how they treat their customers. read more

Jonathan F.

2 years ago

I was traveling for work and and I went here every morning for a "matcha latte" and just saying it's the best around is a understatement I'm from Texas and travel everywhere and probably the best matcha latte I have ever had. Great place and friendly people read more

Adel M.

2 years ago

Is the best Mediterranean restaurant the food is so delicious the service is so nice the coworkers have a nice attitude and Mahmoud have the best service and he is the best chef i recommend everyone to stop buy and try this amazing restaurant read more

Lance J.

2 years ago

My spouse and I visited this spot and ordered the baba ghanoush, lamb shawarma, pistachio baklava, and milkshake. They were all fantastic and were served quickly! The area is spotless and the employees are incredibly welcoming! read more

Kacey I.

2 years ago

They are very friendly and very fast! I love the customer service and they're always taking care of us when we come in! 10/10 best fresh food/service and donuts! read more

Tamim M.