Mawadda Cafe

First time coming here and it was so good. The service was good and quick. You wouldn't think when…read moreyou walk in that it is spacious but there is ample seating to the left of where you order. The food was so good. I got a gyro and the hubby got a shawarma. Such good flavor.

Snack Gyro in Burien was a really solid spot when I was craving Mediterranean food. It's right up…read morethe street from where my husband works, so I had him grab me a gyro plate for lunch. Overall, I really enjoyed my meal. The rice was great, the gyro meat was flavorful, and the tzatziki was really good. I got the lunch portion, which was good, but I do wish I had gone with the dinner size--definitely doing that next time since I want to try their hummus. The salad was the only part that was a little off for me. It seemed like the veggies hadn't been dried very well, so there was quite a bit of water sitting at the bottom. It also had pickles in it, which was interesting--but I actually didn't mind that part since I like pickles anyway. The reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 is because my husband's order wasn't made correctly. He ordered a similar plate with chicken and specifically asked for no salad and no tzatziki, and it was even confirmed when he ordered. But when he got home, both were still on his plate, which was frustrating for him. Aside from that, the food itself was really good. I'd definitely order from here again--and next time, I'm going for the Dinner Plate

Inside the store

Gyro Salad Worth it! Fulfilling. Didn't even eat it all.

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Turkish coffee!

Jafra

4.3(88 reviews)

6.0 mi

Amazing place ! I ordered the chicken shawarma and the FLAVOR of the meat was out of this world !…read morePerfect amount of food! The rice was perfectly cooked and fluffy and the hummus with pita bread gave it a nice touch ! I would order from here again! Didn't get a pic sorry I was hungry!

We had a nice meal at Jafra. You can tell that the owners have put effort into their restaurant to…read moremake sure their guests have a good experience. Those who served the meals seemed like kind and gracious people. The plastic utensils were sturdy and gold and the napkins that came with the meal were the thickest ones I've ever seen in a restaurant. We had the chicken and beef kabob. It was served over saffron rice and was good tasting and satisfying comfort food. The meal came with some flat bread and a good hummus. The salad was fresh.

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Olive Tree Mediterranean Restaurant

4.2(656 reviews)

11.2 mi

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.

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Apollo Mediterranean Greek Food

4.4(116 reviews)

25.3 mi

Chicken plate was fantastic. Everything top notch. Super succulent. Highly recommended.read more

Guy in the front is super accommodating to vegans, the food is absolutely amazing, and the sitting…read moreis great. clean, not noisy, perfect.

GREEK CHICKEN AND BEEF SLOUVAKI

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Giorgio's Greek Cafe & Pizzeria

4.2(477 reviews)

20.0 mi

Friendly, fast service and superb Greek fare! We were seated quickly, choosing the outdoor patio…read morefor the nice breeze and canopy cover. For a downtown Puyallup outdoor location, it was nicely shielded from traffic noises by the brick buildings on two sides and the park on the other. Two of us shared the Tsatziki Plate appetizer and we each enjoyed Gyro Sandwich with Greek fries. Neither of us could finish the generous portions and lamented about that because it was so very flavorful, the veges so fresh, and fries crisp and hot! Jorgia, our server, was attentive and helpful with menu suggestions. Pita bread slices with the tsatziki plate were hot and soft, veges fresh cut, crisp, and flavorful. Thank you for feeding us so well and in the lovely garden environment of the patio!

This is my family's go to. The pizzas are so good. As are the saganaki the calamari and the clam…read morechowder. We have legit never had bad service or bad food here. Service is always prompt and friendly. We especially love the patio when it is open. My only complaint is that they are so popular that they get busy and have a wait sometimes.

Just a little wall art statement

Gyro plate

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Hummus plate

Ikonos Real Greek Souvlaki

4.3(394 reviews)

16.7 mi

We've only had takeout from here but it's always good…read more I like the chicken shawarma. There's a place where I used to live where the garlic sauce was AMAZING so this one leaves something to be desired.

Traveling through and was hungry. Asked Google to find me something fresh, inexpensive and…read moredelicious. Google delivered up Ikonos and they very much delivered! I had the lunch specials which included a yummy gyro, fries and drink. If I lived closer, I would explore the entire menu. So yummy!

Kids meal with a Gyro

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Kafka kabab

The Greek Connextion

4.6(67 reviews)

16.2 mi

The man who runs this is a national treasure, you can only get a gyro like this in Greece. The meat…read morewas tender and the sauce was bright. The shop is small and you definitely take it out to eat. He runs service and makes everything himself. Truly wonderful. I was sad to finish the food since I wouldn't have more. GO HERE!

I have always loved this place. I found it about 15 years ago and used to go frequently. The gyros…read morewere so good. And the husband and wife owners were lovely people. I hadn't been since the Covid-19 pandemic, but I stopped by the other day. The husband is running it by himself. I understand his wife is enjoying time with the grands. I went in for a regular gyro. He had some very fresh chicken that he seasoned up and made me a pita stuffed with the chicken and all the gyro fillings. So, I took both home. Both were delicious. I have no idea how long he will keep going, but I will stop by as much as I can when I'm in the neighborhood.

Front of shop

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Don't forget to stop by the cash machine before you get here!

Nikos Gyros

4.4(120 reviews)

7.1 mi•Beacon Hill

Ordered takeout today. Falafel wrap and beef/lamb wrap…read more Substantial and delicious. The falafels looked like giant meatballs. :D Tasty tahini too. Looking forward to trying the shawarmas and other items on the menu. That little corner of Beacon and McClellan has got some real gems.

Came here for a small bite with my family…read more The employee was pretty quick and patient with us as my sister and I were trying to introduce my mom to gyros. We got the beef/lamb gyros + pork belly, just a basic set up. The food came out quick and great. I do notice that this place doesn't have much veggies in the gyro but that's my preference.

Interior

Gyro for Frank

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Pithos Gyros

4.0(15 reviews)

39.7 mi

It was not opened when the yelp website said it was.. I…read morewalked all the way down. There only have to turn back and get my car because the place was not open when the yelp hours said it was open.

The 4 star review is outdated. The classic now only has two thin slices of meat and very little…read moresauce. $11 (+$1.25 if you want a bag) is outrageous for salad on a pita.

Classic gyro

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Their menu as of July 2nd, 2022

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Shoja R.

3 years ago

The best food I ever had was absolutely amazing, and I highly recommend it to everyone. Every bite was a burst of flavors that left me wanting more. From the perfectly cooked meat to the fresh and vibrant vegetables, every ingredient was of the highest quality. The restaurant itself had a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. The service was exceptional, with attentive waitstaff who made sure all our needs were met. Overall, it was a truly memorable dining experience that I will surely treasure. read more

Bugs M.

10 years ago

This place is wonderfully I've been here many times and the food is the best I've had in Washington. the plates are plenty full everything's fresh and the food tastes amazing! My favorite plate is the #9 for what the price is you get alot of food and it's delicious. The service is delightfull and the owner is extremely nice and seems to care about how you're doing. The only problem I had was that the lines where a bit long otherwise... It deserves theese 5 stars. read more

Eduard S.

8 years ago

Ah-mazing place! The best food ever ! Hot , full of flavor , and big portions . It's hard to find a good shish kabob place that is local , just by chance stumbled on this place , so thankful I did . Will be back ! Owner is awesome and very friendly read more

Adam K.

5 years ago

gyro hut was delicious, we got the lamb shwarma, tatziki, fries, and falafel. everything tasted clean, well seasoned, and was flavorful. we went for spicy and it did not disappoint, looks like a family owned/run restaurant, we will be back! read more

Peggy G.

10 years ago

We found this place by accident a year ago and have been regulars ever since. Outstanding food and prices. The chicken salad is THE tastiest you will ever find. The chai tea is the best. Treat yourself to a meal you will never forget! read more

Ann G.

14 years ago

If it looks empty, venture in anyway. It's terrific. They must never leave Burien!

aprille t.

14 years ago

Super friendly. Great Falafel.

Mawadda Cafe - mediterranean - Updated September 2026

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Everything went well. The service was friendly and brought our food promptly. The restaurant is…read moreclean and so thoughtfully decorated with beautiful glass lighting fixtures from Turkey and tim ceiling from Iran. But it's Ahmad, the restaurant's owner and the food tha blew me away. We got the Greek Fries and the Eggplant Salad. The crinkle fries were crisp and the garlic sauce was out of this world - pungent, sharp, and flavorful. There was also a delicious sweet and savory dressing on the salad which was topped with red pepper, pepperoncini, and melt in your mouth eggplant. On top of that, I then ate the best baclava of my life, along with a glass of chai that Ahmad recommended. This was a PERFECT light Saturday afternoon lunch and I'm so glad I stopped in. Mawadda is a GEM.

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