Samir&#x27;s Mediterranean Grill

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Samir is friendly and the portions were generous. We enjoyed the outdoor seating and watching the local activity. Food was average. Had the schwarma plate and the hummus plate. I make a good hummus so maybe more particular than most. read more

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Samir himself is a charming man from Lebanon and his food is delicious. Not your average Shawarma! Delicious creamy hommus, very fresh veggies, and yummy stuffed grape leaves. read more

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Food is always good. Had the gyro/fries combo. Samir is always friendly, talkative, and loves a bit of back and forth....which is an added bonus for me. read more

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Nathan M.

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Tried the falafel plate at Samir's and was pleasantly surprised. The lettuce was crisp and fresh, which made a perfect bed for everything else. The falafel leaned soft and salty--not super crispy--but it tasted freshly made, which I appreciated. I asked for plenty of the spicy sauce, and I'm very glad I did. It had a great kick and tied everything together. What really caught me off guard (in a good way) was the sharp, sour note--probably from the dressing. It had that mouth-puckering tang, like salt and vinegar chips--totally addictive. I kept going back for more. Only downside: the pita was a bit firm and not warm, so it didn't feel as fresh as the rest of the plate. Still, overall a solid meal with bold, memorable flavors. read more

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I got the chicken special and it was microwaved rice with a whole 1 inch long 2 inch wide cut of a giant cucumber in the salad. I took one bite and couldn't eat anymore. The guy is so nice but I 100% heard a microwave and this rice is definitely microwaved... read more

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Linda L.

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Got the lamb and beef gyro. Fresh veggies and fluffy pita. The sauce was very liquidy. Kind of dissapointed that the lamb and beef was a sausage (that I presume is made of lamb and beef) rather than actual pieces of meat. I have had lamb gyros that were chunks of lamb before so this was interesting. The sausage itself wasn't very meaty/lacked meat flavor too. Owner was super sweet though, this may be better for someone else or could be worth trying something else. It costed just under $10 read more

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Alexandria M.

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Food and service was excellent. I got the shawarma plate and it was delicious. I liked that they included broccoli and cauliflower. Will go back when in the area. read more

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Maia J.

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so glad I came! The lamb was flavorful and fries were hot and fresh--friendly service and i will recommend this place to everyone i know. insanely delicious read more

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Fresh, flavorful, delicious -- and cheap food. It's no wonder that Samir's one-man-show has been successful for 46 years. But on top of that, Samir himself is humble, gracious, and just a lovely person, welcoming everyone. What a treat to have his hummus plate drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with sumac. And the gyros plate is full of flavor, served on rice and vermicelli, with pita bread and a salad with dressing like tzatziki sauce. The ambience is humble, but adorned with hand painted quotations like "Dear food, either stop being so delicious or stop making me fat!" read more

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The food here is fabulous! It is very tasty and very good! Great atmosphere and close to UW campus. This is the perfect spot for lunch between classes. The service is excellent and it exudes the hospitality of a family home. This is a family owned restaurant where food is made from scratch. The ingredients are fresh. I want to try everything on the menu, so I will be back for more of Samir's creations! read more

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Stumbled upon this place when wandering down the Ave. I ordered the kafta kabob beef sandwich. I thought that it had good flavor. My husband ordered the spicy chicken sandwich and it tasted good. Overall, we liked our meals and they were a good price. read more

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What an absolute surprise! Looks are deceiving as it is small in size. The menu has many offerings, including several vegan options. Every item I ate was excellent - dolmas, baba ghannoj, hummus, falafel and salad.The grapes leaves (dolmas) were the best I have ever tasted! The flavors seemed to blend and melt in my mouth. The falafel was unique ( haven't figured out what the secret ingredient was). Try the garlic fries just for the fun of it. I ate them all! I was welcomed as if I was a long time customer. My meal came promptly. I left very satisfied and with an upbeat feeling. read more

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Braden W.

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Samir is truly one of a kind, and provides exemplary service at an amazing price point. One of the best Gyros I've had in Seattle, and will absolutely come again! read more

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Anne M.

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Samir's Mediterranean Grill was delightful to go to! This place is a low-key restaurant in U District that was affordable and delicious! The service was extremely kind and welcoming and the ambiance was comfortable with the outside benches. As for the food, we're a vegetarian and non vegetarian couple we here are our takes. Chicken Plate 9.5/10 - I loved the sauce, the chicken, and the salad. The whole place was a well balanced meal that felt homemade and yummy! Veggie Plate 8.5/10 - Vegetarian approved! - The falafel was really good, soft, and made to order - The salad was yummy and the pita bread was also great Falafel Sandwich 8.5/10 - Vegetarian approved! - Simple but tasty - Similar to the veggie plate above, just a sandwich version Note to vegetarians!! The oil they fry the falafel with is separate from the meat, so there's no cross contamination! Overall, the dishes were delicious and tasteful! You can tell they're very intentional and truly want to deliver to their customers a yummy but homey experience. Would go again! read more

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Mary N.

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Samir's probably has the best Gyro Plate I have ever eaten in my life. I have never tasted lamb and beef that tender and it's so well seasoned. My only issue is that is just isn't a good bang for your buck. A majority of my plate was the salad and rice. The serving size for the meat was pitiful and that was the best part. I also wish they gave me hummus like a lot of Mediterranean places do on the Ave. The food is absolutely divine but just not worth the price for what you're getting. read more

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Sharece B.

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Hit and a miss. Samir is a nice guy. The ambiance and facade is nice for a lunch, but the food wasn't great. We went to experience Samir's Special Fries for a Greek fry tour of the U-District. We were sorely disappointed. The plate of fries lacked flavor and personality, something we were hoping to experience. I also ordered the falafel which, unfortunately, lacked the character one hopes for when eating Mediterranean grub. The one item that was pretty good was the hummus we got. I would definitely order it again. But the rest, I will respectfully avoid. read more

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Abigail C.

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Samir's was definitely an interesting experience. We came in, looking to order a few falafel and chicken shawarma wraps, but were quickly wooed into ordering Samir's Family Feast Special. It was a very different ordering experience because we didn't even know what we were getting. He just sat us at a table and told us that he would do the rest. About 20 minutes later, he brought us a big platter of food. I definitely looked impressive, and everything tasted delicious! The Family Feast included a selection of all the different meats (chicken shawarma, gyro, falafel, etc), grilled vegetables, a selection of Mediterranean dips (including hummus and baba ghanoush), all atop a bed of rice and lentils. It was very fun to eat family style, and the waiter/owner was very friendly... that is, until we received the bill. I guess it was on us for not asking the price before we ordered the platter, but after we finished, he charged $115 for the platter, which was definitely WAY up-charged. To put it in perspective, we could have ordered 5 separate plates, which would have bought us more food and cost us about $40 less. Despite the sticker shock at the end of our meal, I would still recommend Samir's, as it was easily the best Mediterranean food we had in Seattle, and the owner was very nice. He's been in business for over 40 years, and his food speaks for itself. His small shop is a great place to stop and have a casual lunch--just be sure to double check the prices. read more

Samir's Mediterranean Grill - Family Feast - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Mahealani S.

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Omg i ordered this to go on Uber eats , It was AWFUL !! The seasoning was weird, I ate the hummus but even that was sour. The chicken so cold and dry dry DRY ! The meat was soft but very weird tasting . The pita 2 DRY Med sized triangle shaped . I paid alot for this ? And .... I tipped before I got food , it was for driver !! Never eating here again .. so gross read more

Samir's Mediterranean Grill - Kings platter or plate? Dry fry chicken , gross meat seasoning dry pita sour hummus!! - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Edmel R.

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I love me some Mediterranean food. This place was delicious. After viewing a venue for work, I decided to take a little trip to the Ave and see where I could travel to for lunch. (My taste buds get to travel more than I physically get to). Samir's was a spot I have never been to - but I was craving so I decided to check it out. I'm so glad I did! I got the vegetarian combo plate for $15 (not including tip). The camera did not get to eat this time because I was hungry and honestly it was worth not taking a photo. Have you ever had a meal light, refreshing, and filling? That's exactly how this plate made me feel! My favorite of the little dishes was this grape leaf wrapped thing (gosh that sounds horrible that I don't remember it despite it making a memory in my taste buds). It was so good! If you've ever had hawaiian food and had lau lau, wrapped in taro leaves, that's how it tasted. Something about wrapping food in leaves just does wonders to a food!! Other than that, the place was not busy! I assume because it was headed into finals, or students just walking by because it's not exactly on the Ave. I am sure to return and recommend this place! The service was great and space is big enough to have a lunch date with some friends :-) read more

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Antoinette P.

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Fast service, good food, and the owner is full of personality and always gives good service'! It's right next to the light rail station entrance, so it's easy to grab a bite before heading out for the evening! Moderate prices with indoor/outdoor dining space. read more

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Nathan W.

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Samir is so happy, nice, and welcoming. He makes you feel like you are a valuable customer and will definitely take care of all your food needs. Hummus & Pita Bread ($6.75): Hummus is very well made and goes with everything that I ordered. Pita bread felt a little dry? Also was hoping to get more than 1 pita bread but it's ok. Samir's Special Fries with cheese ($9.95): Can't go wrong with this if you're looking for a side or a late night snack. Fries, cheese, meat. Perfect combination. Gyros Plate ($9.95): Great portion size. The rice is different type then what I've had at other Mediterranean places, but I love it! Also the meat cuts are more cube/bite sized instead of thin strips, still tasty though. Salad was nice to cut through the savory meat. Good portion sizes, quality food, and the owner is awesome. Would recommend coming for a quick, yummy, well-priced meal. Will definitely be here again! read more

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Richard J.

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Samir is so friendly and welcoming! He truly prepares the food with care and is such a kind person. Food is fresh and delicious and comes out fast! Lots of vegetables and the falafel and baba ganoush are amazing. Would definitely recommend :) Perfect for a college student meal! read more

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Jenna N.

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I have been a fan of Samir's ever since I was a student at UW, fifteen years ago. Back then, my go-to was the made-to-order $4 chicken gyro and fries, it was delicious and AFFORDABLE for a college student working a part time job. I have rediscovered Samir's Mediterranean Grill since going vegan in my 30s and the non-meat options are also excellent. My favorite is the dolmas plate with hummus and salad. The food is filling and satisfying (very important for vegans), and it's a true joy to see Mr. Samir again. He is such a pleasant, calm gentleman. I cannot recommend this place enough. read more

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Jackie R.

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I come here ever since I moved to Seattle. It's an iconic location right outside of the link at the UDistric stop. Samir, the owner is among the kindest people I've encountered working in the food industry. He is passionate about bringing people in, is deeper than the food he peepers but he's an amazing example of everyday life and the beauty of it. The restaurant's menu is so welcoming and affordable. Has great variety for people of all types of diets. Personally, my vegan lifestyle forces me to avoid great part of the menu yet his entrees as to die for and my personal favorite is the "Falafel Plate". Truly a must if visiting Seattle read more

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We love this place and Samir is an amazing person who just likes to make people happy with good food. He is always pleased to see you and willing to accommodate. The food is made with love and a lot of other wonderful ingredients. read more

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Claire D.

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This spot serves good Gyro plates. The server was nice and asked questions of how we wanted the meal like if I wanted onions ect. The food was good the rice has a lot of flavors if you never had smoked rice basmati before go there it was delicious. I had the chicken plate and the chicken tasted good I m not sure if it is because it's imported but I never knew chicken could tastes so good in a different it could have been because it was smoked first then grill but it doesn't matter it was good. It also came with salad on top well seasoned and the flat bread read more

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Ashton S.

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Incredible speedy and very friendly service, I ordered the Special Fries w/ Lamb, absolutely delicious. Hefty portion too! Literally! The box had some weight to it. Will be going back again! read more

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Jen R.

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Very good food, prepare to take it to go. Tables were dirty outside, and we were encouraged to take the food away.

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Sara P.

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I LOVE this place. It's one of the very few places on the ave I can actually eat at! (I have celiac) He's been there for about 50 years apparently and I can see why! Apparently the recipe hasn't changed and he said he's the only one who touches the food. I ordered a gyro plate and it was delicious! When I got my plate I saw a piece of bread on my plate and I was like BUT he said that he had gf bread in the back 'for the gf people'. I asked what bread it was and immediately recognized it was canyon bakehouse multigrain. I thought that was so thoughtful and nice of him. He really is here for the gluten free community. I felt great after my meal. I wish he had a more accurate menu that listed all the gf options bc I don't think he realizes how much of a selling point it is! But I think most things are gf including the halva dessert. Also $15 for a plate and I had enough for leftovers later that day-- how it should be done. Thank you Samir, you're a real one Support this mans and try out his food! read more

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The food is excellent here, but where Samir's shines brightest is amazing service and hospitality. Samir is always an excellent conversation, truly nice guy, and you can really see the passion he puts into every dish he makes. Each time that I've gone I've let him decide what to make for me. Each time the food is excellent. My favorite thing is this gigantic tray of food that Samir makes, decorates, and presents! It is intended to feed 2 or 3 people, so I wouldn't get it alone, but it is delicious, filling, and well-worth the price! I'm also a huge fan of Turkish coffee and baklava, which Samir also carries. I love going to Samir's. Samir has remembered me from literally my first time ever dining in. He always puts a smile on my face! All-in-all I highly suggest taking to trip to Samir's! read more

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Jacinda L.

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Really nice guy who runs the place, always is polite and happy to be here. Great food, the most memorable Mediterranean place out of all of them in the u district read more

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Jackson K.

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Samir is an amazing kind person, always full of energy and great hospitality. I ordered the garlic fries and they were delicious! I would definitely come back again and order more. read more

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Lizzy Z.

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Unauthorized charges, food tasted like detergent, why it was 4.6/5 on Google map? The host was friendly, doesn't adjust the deliciousness issue. I saw the google map rating and decided to go for a try. Won't ever come back. read more

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B T.

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The owner is super friendly and the place has good vibes. The gyro has fresh, crunchy veggies and well-seasoned meat. Nothing to complain about! read more

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I don't normally leave reviews- but I came across Samir's in my travels and had to give a shout-out! If you're in town and looking for middle eastern/ Mediterranean food you should give Samir's a try. I got the Samir's special fries with beef/lamb - he added some extra spice and onions for me. Delicious! The owner and chef (Samir) is a super nice guy. I would definitely come back! Thanks Samir! read more

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Kenneth J.

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If you're in town visiting and looking for consistent, delicious, and really friendly food, the eat Samir's shawarma!

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Amazing food hands down!!! Great hospitality! I got the chicken plate and everything tasted sooo good. The rice was extremely flavorful and different than other places, the fries were so delicious too. You can tell he puts a lot of care and love cooking this food just by looking at the extra ingredients he adds! Even the hot sauce is made from scratch and tastes fantastic! read more

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1316 NE 43rd St
Seattle, WA 98105
University District
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(206) 633-1778
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What time does Samir's Mediterranean Grill open?

Samir's Mediterranean Grill opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Samir's Mediterranean Grill close?

Samir's Mediterranean Grill closes at 7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Samir's Mediterranean Grill is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 11:00 AM - 7:00 PMSun Closed

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Does Samir's Mediterranean Grill take credit cards?

Yes, Samir's Mediterranean Grill takes credit cards.

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Does Samir's Mediterranean Grill have catering options?

Yes, Samir's Mediterranean Grill does have catering options.

Does Samir's Mediterranean Grill serve alcohol?

No, Samir's Mediterranean Grill does not serve alcohol.

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Does Samir's Mediterranean Grill have TVs?

Yes, Samir's Mediterranean Grill has TVs.

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Does Samir's Mediterranean Grill have bike parking?

Yes, Samir's Mediterranean Grill has bike parking.

Does Samir's Mediterranean Grill have outdoor seating?

Yes, Samir's Mediterranean Grill has outdoor seating options.

Does Samir's Mediterranean Grill have parking?

Yes, Samir's Mediterranean Grill has parking options. Street Parking

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Great spot for pho and banh mi in the Roosevelt neighborhood. Their broth is flavorful without…read morebeing too salty, and their brisket is very tender. My dinner buddy really enjoyed their vegetarian pho broth with tofu and vegetables. They're really generous with the vegetables and have a good variety! There is a pretty significant difference in size between the small and large size pho, and only a dollar difference, so if you're hungry it's worth getting the large. Veggie spring rolls are great, and tofu banh mi is excellent as well.

Take the time to check your food before leaving!!…read more The food is generally very good, and it's often a good option for takeout. However, today may have been an off day for the team and there were a few new faces. After a long day of work, I just wanted grab food and go home. I ordered takeout for my family's dinner tonight, and unfortunately, the portion sizes were inconsistent. The beef curry and chicken curry were only half-full containers, and the three large orders of rice were also barely half-full. Additionally, the spring rolls appeared fresh, but their quality was questionable. It may have been an off day, and certainly a couple of new staff. However, it was disappointing considering the usual quality of their food and price point. Before writing this review, I had already prepared the curries in a pan. Therefore, they are not pictured. My family noticed them before I reheated the dish, and subsequently, I reviewed the order and decided to share my thoughts.

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1.1 mi•Roosevelt

Burger was SO GOOOODDDD, I got the Huskies Burger. Fries were immaculate, my only complaint is the…read morebun was generic and seemed like it came from Sysco. Overall perfection!

I have been going here for 4 years. All of a sudden the…read moreportions and ingredients are not the same. The prices are though. I can only speak to what I ordered the last 3 times. Chkn, masala, and teri-chkn burgers. The usual is a full chkn breast in all of those items, they're now thin pounded slice of chkn brst. The bakery brioche bun now a Safeway brand buns. Veggies not same kind or quality or kind, pineapple out of a can. No dripping teriyaki sauce. Fries 3/4 full. The chkn masala was the worst one (broke my heart) dry, burnt, pounded out, not the same seasoning...I am laying this all out because I know they're new owners but this a neighborhood staple, a place people go out of their way to visit. The sauces aren't even the same. The description of all the menu items on the website aren't accurate. They're are award winning burgers on the menu, but now they're not the same ingredients. There are posters of the awards. If you're going to go cheap and practice shrinkflation, at the very least lower the prices and change the menu description. Really disappointed in Roosevelt

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1.5 mi•Greenlake

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Good banh mi! Got…read morethe tofu. It's nice if you're in the area. The have boba too. I got a banh mi with a friend egg and it was little over $10.

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0.9 mi•Wallingford

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I've gotten delivery once and take out once. The photos are from my delivery experience. I got a…read morechili cheese dog, jalapeño poppers, and chicken tender basket. Oh, and a vodka lemonade - you can get cocktails delivered via DoorDash! Everything was super good, especially the chili cheese dog. They were really generous with the chili (a full cup of it) and it was delicious. The lemonade is made from scratch and I really enjoyed that, as well - not too sweet. When we did takeout, we each got a sandwich, and we also got a Chicago dog, "chum bucket" w/ tots, and a handful of cocktails. I'd had kind of a bad week and was basically like, I don't even care, let's just get whatever we want even if it's an insane amount of stuff, haha. They do single serving craft cocktails for takeout in little cans, which is pretty cool. And they were SO GOOD (all with very clever nautical-themed names). I think our favorite was the "No Ship Sherlock" seasonal Moscow mule. The Chicago dog was amazing - based on this and my previous chili cheese dog, I can say without hesitation that their hotdogs are 100% 10/10. The "chum bucket" tots were also really good, and again came with a very generous full cup of chili. I hate to say it because everything else was so good, but the sandwiches were pretty disappointing for the price, we both thought. I had a tuna sandwich and my bf had a veggie sandwich. They used fresh, quality ingredients, but both sandwiches were kind of bland, and a lot smaller than we were expecting for $14 apiece. That's the only reason I dropped a star, but aside from that, they are 5 star all the way. So, we would not revisit the sandwiches, but hotdogs and cocktails HELL YES YES YES!! Anything involving the chili is also highly recommended. And although I didn't really go into detail about it, chicken tenders were good, too (there were more in there than what the photo shows) - crispy and well-seasoned, and more than what I was expecting.

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The Fleet * Chicken Strips Basket A basket of crispy chicken strips with tots, fries, or onion rings. Includes one free sauce of choice

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1.4 mi•Wallingford

After going to Japan earlier this year, I've been dying to try Daruma Sando to bring me back the…read morecrispy boi joy I had while boppin' around Tokyo and munchin' on everything in sight. Katsu is one of the finest fried items known to humankind, and even though eating fried food makes me feel like I've been punched in the stomach recently, I was willing to take a rocket to the gut for some stellar katsu and fries. Daruma has the set up of a no-frills establishment that knows they're going to be churning out orders. The kiosk order system isn't that common in the US because it seems ridiculously unfriendly, but Japan is about efficiency with a focus on the food. They only had two people working here so it was slow, but absolutely worth it. The spicy chicken katsu was incredible. Everything that was on this sandwich had a reason for being there. The cutlet itself was incredibly juicy and crispy. The right amount of sauce was applied so as to not make the sandwich itself soggy (critical on a sandwich with fried elements), and then the cabbage on top gives it a bit of freshness. I'm pretty sure the bread was fine, but that isn't why we're here. It's a vessel for fried food. The fries seem to need a bit of work. I think they may have gotten soggy because they came in a to-go box, but the seasoning was fantastic. They also come with whatever sauce you want, and there is a plethora to choose from. I thoroughly enjoyed the spicy mayo, which I then added to the katsu sando as well. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the Fremont area.

Can't believe it took me this long to write a review because I've been here multiple times…read more This is my go-to when I'm craving a katsu sando specifically. I've had both the regular and the spicy pork katsu sando -- both are really good, but the spicy one is no joke. It's genuinely numbing and by the halfway point everything kind of blends together haha. My one wish is that there was something in between -- the regular has zero kick and the spicy is full send. A medium heat option would be perfect. The fries deserve their own shoutout. Thin, crispy outside, fluffy inside, always fresh. Highly recommend dipping them in the mayo. Their egg salad is also solid if you want something lighter. Ordering is casual -- you order at the kiosk and grab it from counter when it's ready. No frills, but the staff are always friendly. If a katsu sando is what you're after, this is the place.

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الماس ا.

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3

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6 years ago

Samir is one of the most trustworthy and friendly Arab people that I've ever met and spoken with in my entire life he is not only a good employee and just good at his job but he's also kind and respectful unlike other places that I've been Samir talks to me with such respect and kindness that it makes me want to keep coming back to samir's restaurant over and over again and even recommend more friends and people to go there because of his respect and his kindness and because of his sweetness and you win more flies with honey than you do with vinegar and Samir is nothing but honey and sweetness and kindness and that's why I keep coming back to his restaurant because he's such a kind and sweet and respectful person and he talks to me with such kindness and sweetness and respect as a person. And the way he speaks to me he speaks to me with such respect and he helps me out at times when I'm hungry and I would always pay him back later if ever I'm in a situation where money is tight because of rent and bills. This person is from Lebanon and I am more than happy and proud to be talking with him in Arabic as I would any other person. Even though Arabic is not my native language my native language is English I am more than happy and proud to be talking with Samir in Arabic whenever I speak to him. He is the only person who I will talk Arabic with because he's the only one that understands me. Where is everybody else I feel is the stranger to me Samir is a very close friend of mine and he's very kind and his service is superb and I am blessed to have run into and to have met Samir. He is not only good in excellent service but he is also a dear friend of mine who I am more than happy to speak Arabic with and share my love of the Arabic language and culture with. read more

Larry S.

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5

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17 years ago

Whenever we are in the University District, we make a point of stopping here. Not only is Samir one of the friendliest people I've met, I also appreciate that my order has never taken more than 10 minutes to make. The falafel is superb, and the baklava is wonderfully balanced between complexity and sweetness. The only negative I can think of is that parking is a pain. You will have the best of luck seeing if there is a spot besides Crossroads Trading as people don't seem to stay in there very long. read more

emery j.

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16

2

16 years ago

I really like the people here. The food is good, but dam, the people are so nice that it's a little overwhelming. You every meet anyone and then you're like, "why are you being so nice to me?" "Why are you working so hard to get me to like you, what's the motive?" This is like that. Except it actually feels genuine. I've been in a few times now and feel like I own the place. The food is very reasonably priced for what you're getting. I'm a huge fan. Stars for days. read more

Winfield H.

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11 years ago

This is THE best tasting food at VERY reasonable prices one can get in the "U"-District; perhaps in all of Seattle. And one can have brown rice and brown pita-bread with the meal at no extra charge, IF you ASK for them! And the best garlic sauce I've ever tasted!! Don't miss this experience!! Prof. Dr. Winfield Hutton Prof. of Management, Retired University of Maryland, European Division read more

Brooks R.

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6

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8 years ago

Pro tips: -Pay cash to avoid the credit/debit up charge. -Order the gyro for max value. -For those who love spicy, ask Samir for the house made "extra hot" sauce. It'll make you dance. The food is no frills but excellent, and the shopkeeper (Samir himself) couldn't be more hospitable. This place is a U District institution and absolutely deserves your patronage. read more

Cameron M.

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16

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13 years ago

First the owner of Samir's is a great guy. He is personable and knows how to treat his customers well. Second I would say that the food is pretty good. I'd recommend getting the plate though since the Falafal can sometimes be a bit dry. For any lover of Mediterranean food I would recommend Samir's. read more

R A.

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7

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9 years ago

This is probably my favorite restaurant in town! Very friendly staff, and always great food. Samir is an amazing chef, and never fails to surprise with the abundance and taste! My favorite is his in-house made falafel! Catering is available and at the best prices in town! Delicious. Fresh. Homemade. read more

Justin B.

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10

12 years ago

This place is family ran I'm assuming and it shows how much love and care they put in their product. Meal was delicious and at a great price. Super clean, especially when there's live music and thousands of people for the current street fair right outside. Highly impressed. Great job Samir's read more

Ruba A.

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7

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12 years ago

Gyros....excellent. Falafel...beautiful. ..and spicy sauce is seriously the best I have ever had! Owners are super friendly and service is quick. It's the perfect place for a sandwich on the go and if you have time....their main dishes are also tasty! read more

Jason A.

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9

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16 years ago

Very friendly folks at this establishment. I have certainly had better falafel, but Samir always greats you with a smile, and the food is reasonably priced, so I always eat here when I am in the area and wanting Middle Eastern food. read more

Ahmad A.

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10

2

6 years ago

The most amazing and vibrant Lamb Shank dish in Seattle!! Samir knows how to prepare and serve this dish with pure love, intelligence and flavor! Love it! I'll probably be back 3 or 4 more times this week for this delicacy! read more

T. D.

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1

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12 years ago

Excellent food, great service! We were warmly welcomed by the owner and had a fabulous lunch of falafel, baba ganoush, and dolmas. Thank you, Samir, we will be back! read more

Jim M.

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3

0

12 years ago

Awesome food. Amazing service. I'm from the Mediterranean and this food trumps the other gyro places in the area!

Lorinda A.

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1

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15 years ago

I'm a regular and I love their food. Great owner- always get's my food the way that I asked for it. Delicious!!!

Eytan H.

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117

1

14 years ago

Excellent food, excellent prices. The owner is a great guy and fun to talk with.

Carly O.

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18

0

12 years ago

Excellent food and super friendly service and atmosphere!

E N.

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19

0

15 years ago

So great! I love the Moussaka but it's all good!!

Derrin T.

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24

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16 years ago

Fantastic gyros. One of the best in the area.

Ryan L.

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5

17

14 years ago

Very light on meat and overdone fries.

Scott D.

9

16

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12 years ago

Samir makes excellent food.

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