The best baklava I have ever had! It is a little hidden gem in Pike's Place, not far from the crowded line by Starbucks. The owner was so sweet and welcoming. read more

My Mom and I were in town (from Dallas, TX) for an Alaskan Cruise last month. We were staying at the Marriott Waterfront. It was beautiful and sunny outside and we decided to eat our way through Pike Place Market. A hopeful search for a traditional Turkish Tea ensued, and this place had it! It was perfectly packaged for freshness, and I could just imagine a kettle of freshly boiled water and the exotic, spicy, and enticing aroma hitting me in the face as soon as I poured it over the tea bag. The enticing aroma is also what drew me to her cute little store. The owner, Sabra, was a delightful lady who assisted us with our shopping with the best Baklava I have ever had! The owner, Sabra, was a delightful lady who assisted us as soon as we entered her store. She also makes the best Baklava I have ever had! Will definitely visit again when we are in town! read more

Jumped in here to grab a gift for my girlfriend and found a perfect elephant hanging decoration and a key chain, all really nicely priced.

Stopped by after having my eye on a beautiful bracelet during my visit to Pike Place and was greeted by such a kind woman! I wish I had more time to explore but I just had to stop by for this beautiful jewelry. Wishing all the best for her! read more

I saw a photo from a couple months ago stating this business was closed and wanted to update-- I just walked in earlier today and they're open! Such a fun place and the store keeper was really kind :) read more

Great spot for purchasing hard to find spices and ingredients. They have a very good selection of chutneys.

This place is cute Turkish store in pike place market full of cute stuff, souvenirs and food, the owner is super nice and friendly. She gave me good discount without me asking. read more

By far the best BAKALAVA I have ever had. So glad I found this place. When ever your in the Starbucks Reserve line, trust me it will not disappoint. read more

There are a lot of south, Asian/Indian groceries scattered around the greater Seattle area, but the closest is the seok at Pike Place market. It is slightly larger than a hole in the wall, but clearly an intimate and inviting place to learn about, and buy numerous kinds of spices, I had a long chat with the proprietor, who is a charming woman and she guided me on spices that I needed for a particular dish that I wanted to make. I have no idea how her prices compared to other south Asian spice stores, but the easy location without having to go down to Renton or over to Redmond to find an Indian grocery, coupled with the informative and charming store owner makes it my go to place! read more

As others have said this place is a real neighborhood gem. After searching high and low for individual ingredients to make curry at home and striking out at most of the larger grocery stores, I stumbled onto this place. Not only did they have every single ingredient I needed - the lady (owner?) actually took my list and gathered them all for me in seconds. I was honestly stunned. This type of customer service is getting more and more rare these days. I will return here and recommend it to others. read more

This place is amazing. You can find hard to find Eastern and Middle Eastern food and home supplies in this biz. I went in today for "chickpea powder" (recipe called for it). Within 30 seconds, I was walked directly to the product by the friendly clerk. I wanted some fresh mint (which is so much more expensive at the grocery store) and was offered free mint with my purchase as their mint was a few days old and starting to turn colors. FREE FRESH MINT!!! Unbelievable. I've bought other goods here in the past: homemade chutney, pretty window hangings (brass) and some bells for my door (my cheap "alarm system"). I've liked everything that I've bought so far and the staff has always been helpful and nice. I'll definitely be going back for more supplies. They have some of the greatest prices in town for legumes, spices (hard to find in regular stores), canned goods, fresh pastries, gift items, and you get to SHOP SMALL in the market and support a local biz. Which is good for you, good for the family that owns the business and good for the economy. I'll always return to this place and thanks so much to the nice clerk / manager / owner who offered me such a great deal on mint! I really appreciate that, it made my day! read more

Awesome to find the Turkish sahlab and apple tea I have been missing and craving since visiting Turkey at this grocery store at pike market, located right next to the original Starbucks. 2 items perfect for this cold rainy day in Seattle. They also have so many interesting Turkish groceries. Also saw an interesting mint potato fries to try. Very helpful friendly owner helped me to quickly find the item I was seeking. read more

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Variety of spices and herbs. Cute little shop with a little bit of everything. I was really happy I didn't have to drive 25 minutes east just to get a few Indian spices and curry leaves read more

Found the best loose leaf tea here for such an affordable price, I wish I had gotten more. They also have a bunch of other great products. Definitely coming back here when I visit Seattle again! read more

More than 5 stars for this store. The owner (I assume) is very friendly. He is always eager to answer ANY questions - with genuine smile. I'm very particular about my curry so I only buy it here. Same thing with other spices. The smell of the store is so good. Exotic spices... Pike Place gem. read more

The Souk - Pike Place Gem... - Grocery Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The Souk is a family run, postage-stamp sized specialty grocery store in the Pike Place Market (well, technically across the cobblestone street from the Market). Beautiful Middle Eastern and East Asian jewelry hangs in its window, giant glass jars of spices line its walls, and near the register, bags of the world's best dates. I head in to pick up Pita, Sheep's Milk Feta, my favorite dates, Paprika, Dried Mint, Henna, Kohl for my eyes, and anything else that strikes my fancy. And, I just love the smell of The Souk. Sometimes I go just to take in the bouquet of the spices, but I never leave empty handed. I guess that's sayin' something. read more

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If not the only 'full coverage' Middle Eastern grocery store in Seattle, then certainly one of the very few, and also a great place to shop. The gentleman at the counter was very helpful and welcoming. I had a few questions about what to do with this or that and he had helpful answers in each case. Though I was only 'scouting' and had no plans to buy anything, I walked away with a jar of a very delicious House Made mango chutney and a couple of boxes of Turkish Delights (Rose) for holiday hostess gifts. I'll be back this week to replenish my supply. I am very happy to have discovered The Souk and love that it is 'next door' to so many other great Seattle food resources. I am sure they will do well. read more

LOVE this hidden gem I have recently discovered! Lovely couple that own it, they have a great Persian food collection. I was looking for Cardamon and white pepper, and they had both available by weight, as well as the most delicious dried figs from Turkey and fresh made baklava. So so good! read more

Stopped by this little shop while exploring pike place over the weekend and we really enjoyed how quaint it feels, they have lots to offer. We highly recommend! read more

Whenever I need to give my senses a jot and to clear my sinuses I walk into the Souk for a few minutes and just inhal deeply. Between all the incenses and aromatic herbs and spices I can feel my sinues clear and my senses go into overload. If you ever want to venture into some authentic Indian cooking you'll find everything you need here. read more

I can't believe I haven't reviewed the Souk yet. I have been coming here for years and am always happy with what I walk away with. I get cumin, cardamom pods, cinnamon, red chili powder, coconut flakes, and other spices and staples at The Souk. Prices are great. Buying spices here is very cost-effective and they last a long time.This is a great stop for someone who cooks with a lot of spices. The man at the counter is always kind and helpful when I've been in and gives advice if I ask. I go every time I'm at the Market! read more

Seems like everyone that came in here was looking for some spices while I was checking out the random goods! I had been walking by when some miniature statues caught my eye. I didn't realize until I walked in that it was primarily a food store. This place is small and the gift section is even smaller but I liked what they had. I even bought something for a friend. I know I know, it says made in India but I wasn't about to get them Space Needle pasta (which I.. well let's just say my mind was in the gutter when I first saw that...). Plus everything seems to be reasonably priced and the man working (who I saw a few times) was very friendly. read more

I recently wanted to try cooking North African food. There are a couple spices that come up in a lot of the recipes that I couldn't find anywhere. I happened to be at the market for something else, saw this place and went in. Five minutes and 7 bucks later I had a 6 month supply of each. Simple as that. Before you spend a ton of money ordering a specialty ingredient from the internet, check this guy out. He probably has it. read more

I have no idea what drew me into the store but I'm really happy I went. Although it is smaller than most Indian grocery stores, it has everything from spices to rice and incense (hehe). The man (owner?) behind the counter was incredibly friendly. He even allowed me to try the candy fennel before buying it. They have the type I love and I ended up buying a pound. It was only $6. Elsewhere it's $4 for a little tiny bag. It is one of the most authentic places in tourist-ville! read more

Homemade Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine seems very exquisite and expensive, but believe it or not..... many people are fond of the flavorful seasonings. The Souk is not just for the aristocratic strangers. More and more people are starting to enjoy an ethnic twist on the traditional flank steak, grilled chicken and/or firm tofu. Partly because spices give food zeal. And I'm sure there are some phenomenal health benefits too. You don't always have to make world cuisine to enjoy the health benefits. Just be yourself and relish the fact that it's not hard to become gourmet. Make a cake with besan (chickpeas) flour instead of the well-known white. Or keep some mint chutney around for grill sandwiches. And how long has it been since you've relished the taste of dates or figs? The Souk is small specialty store in Pike Marketplace. So the selection is limited. But without question, there's something for everyone. read more

1 large bag of yellow lentils 1 large bag of couscous 1 medium bag of dried chickpeas 2oz of zatar blend Grand total: $14 The man who is behind the counter here has been serving costumers for as long as I can remember - my parents have been shopping here since they came to Seattle - and he is always helpful and kind. This is a good place to come if you are looking for some new cooking inspiration, or for middle-eastern staples at a low price. read more

I was stoked when I stumbled upon this place. Took my sister to the market and she wanted to check it out because the the Indian jewelry on display. I on the other hand was stoked when I discovered that the owner carried Pomegranate Molasses, something that I love to cook with. I haven't found any since I moved up from Olympia a couple years ago. I also snagged a bag each of ground coriander and ground cumin. I go through these spices pretty quick, and he had them for a great price. Oh and also a bag of dates. I think my total came to $13. I was happy. Now I have a go-to spot for my Pomegranate Molasses, yay! read more

Just moved back to Seattle and was surprised by the lack of Indian grocery stores in the area. Looked through the yelp reviews and saw some bad reviews about the other places in Seattle so decided to check out The Souk. I was pleasantly surprised by the selection available here! They had everything I was looking for and more - spices, chappatis, rice. Definitely recommend for those who don't want to go all the way to Bellevue! read more

Nice small place for all the essential stuff. Owner is friendly. The place could use little ventilation. read more

Surprisingly good selection. I was looking especially for barberries but couldn't find them out anywhere, so I finally asked for help. They were behind the counter, so no amount of searching would've turned them up. Glad that I asked (when help was offered)! They were quite expensive -- 3 oz for $8.49 -- but they were exactly what I needed. Also picked up some pomegranate molasses (10 oz bottle for $5.99) and a jar of tahini (16 oz for $5.99). I'm cooking my way through the amazing Jerusalem cookbook, so between this place, Market Spice, and Frank's Produce, Pike Place Market is my one-stop-shop. read more

The Souk is essential to me because the guy has Lipton's Yellow Label tea there, and Yellow Label I do without only with the utmost of reluctance. But not only is the Yellow Label there (most of the time--two Saturdays ago there wasn't any), it is often tantalizingly unreachable. (Elusively Oriental, you might say.) Once I got there just as the guy was adjusting the movable clock hands on the "I'll be back" sign, locking the door, and slipping away. More often, when I arrive he's already gone, and I look wistfully past the clock sign and through the glass door at the shelf across the way, where the Yellow Label sits podgily in its big fat yellow box, maddeningly indifferent to my desiring gaze. Just occasionally, I get to the Souk and the door is open and there is my Yellow Label there, and it is amazingly gratifying. And I can buy cardamom, too, to go with the tea. read more

You just can't make some dishes properly with average grocery store goods. I walked away from the Souk with a bag full of powders. Packets of hot curry, cumin, & masala waifed out of my bag, putting me in a very good mood. Well priced, exotic,and full of jewlery, food product, and culture. This tiny store right in the heart of touristy pike place is a must go. read more

Hidden gem. Indian grocery store basically. They have a bit of everything looks like. Very small store. Good customer service.

Was in need of some last minute Diwali snacks for a work event. Went to The Souk and got everything I needed. The man working the counter was extremely helpful even though it was clear my coworker and I had no idea what we needed. read more

Great Henna. My hat is off to him. I know he was not comfortable with the fact that I have a service dog. But, unlike many people who start off saying that she cannot come in the store, he now welcomes her. They have a great selection. It really does remind me of the places I loved in Morocco. read more

This place has quite a few things that are really hard to find other places. I stop in every couple of months to get new things to experiment with. I was beyond thrilled when I found out that they have fresh halva! A wonderful store full of suprises! read more

Lovely place for all your cooking and spice needs. They were very friendly and had everything from treats and snacks to meal prep. Definitely would recommend going here! read more

Every time we go down to the "market" we always stop in here to pick up a few things. He stocks a few blends of spices for some northwest African dishes that are not easy to find elsewhere. The shopkeeper is very knowledgeable and friendly, the spices are always pungent and fresh, lasting longer than anything that can be bought in a regular grocery store. The store also smells so wonderfully aromatic which makes the visit that much more pleasant. read more

neat store. handwritten signs and jars filled with bulk spices. prices were a little high, but it's right downtown, so i wasn't surprised. the shop in shoreline lacks the atmosphere, but makes up for it in prices (and i found fresh okra there). read more

Great place for spices, inexpensive pita bread and delicious sweet treats. Always as pleasure to shop there.