I never can say no to a gyro, but this was a little different than normal. I will explain below. Atmosphere/Ambiance - 3/5 - Set up to just order and eat outside. Staff - 4/5 - Friendly, but charged me for every little thing haha. Food/Drink - Ordered the following: - Beef Shawarma - 3/5 - This was $18. It is in a tortilla, and NOT a pita. I would not recommend this. - Chicken Shawarma - 4/5 - Better, but again, $18 and a tortilla. To try and save money using tortillas and charging almost $20 feels like a robbery. Overall, if it is not in a pita, I do not want it haha. The fact that the prices are extra high and you are not getting what you think you are getting, I unfortunately would not recommend the spot and suggest trying another place. read more

Insanely good. Get the hummous with a side of turmeric rice & whatever yogurt sauce they put on top - so good. The pita is fantastic too. We're veg, so only tried the baba ghanuje & grape leaves (in addition to those mentioned above), but it was so good we came back twice within an hour for more. read more

Falafel King - Entrance on 1st Ave between Pike & Pine. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Checked out this place in Pike Place market for some Middle Eastern food. Falafel King has falafel of course, along with gyros. It looks like a pretty small place to eat, with no room inside, but with an outside patio. Has the usual types of things on the menu. There's hummus, fries, and shawarma. At lunch it was already busy. It's a small place with no room to eat inside. There's few tables that are just outside. Most people seem to get carryout. That helps keep the place clear, but there's still lots of people here it seems. It's about $8 for the Falafel Sandwich, which is filling. This ones with cucumbers, lettuce, sauce, and tomatoes. For sure it's one of the market's best places at lunch. It's located on First Avenue at Pike. There's some choices for vegans and vegetarians. read more

Falafel King - Mango Lemonade And Falafel Sandwich - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Quick hole in the wall place for my Mediterranean fix. It's right behind Pike Place Market, and it isn't hard to miss. Ordered Falafel Sandwich and it was so good. No place to sit inside the Cafe, there are outdoor chairs if one wants to eat at the restaurant. read more

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My wife and I asked a local for the best Shawarma in town and were directed to this place which did not disappoint. Hands down it was the best. We ordered a Chicken Shawarma plate and extra pita breads. The portion size was generous and the flavors were off the chain good. Would recommend to anyone wanting a good plate. Lots of food, Can split a plate and be full. Service was fast as well. Limited seating as it's a small place. But don't let that stop you. 10/10 Would go back for sure! read more

Falafel King - Chicken Shawarma Plate , Ordered a side of Pita . - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I just tried the "gyro sandwich". This is not a traditional gyro sandwich, not even close. Instead of a pita they used a tortilla. Instead of the usual slabs of lamb carved from the spit the meat was more like ground beef consistency. I love spicy food but this was WAY too hot, especially for a gyro. This was not a good experience. If you want authentic Greek gyros go somewhere else. read more

I really liked the food. All the food places in Pike's Market were packed since it was a Saturday and this food hit the spot. Some of it on the spicey side but we loved it. read more

Falafel King - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Maybe the best chicken shawarma I've ever had! It's a tiny (seriously, there's barely room to move!) walk up spot at Pike Place, and the food was incredibly flavorful and well-spiced! read more

Falafel King - Chicken Shawarma Sandwich - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

What I Ordered: Falafel Sandwich * falafel seasoning was very strong * only outdoor seating 5/10 read more

Falafel King - a hand holding a sandwich - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Falafel spot in Pike Place! It's a tiny restaurant without much seating. The service is friendly and everything is made to order in front of you. The price is a bit steeper than other Mediterranean places because of its location, and the chicken shawarma falafel sandwich I got was good and well seasoned, but didn't blow me away. read more

Falafel King - Menu as of February 2024 - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Good service, good food will recommend looking for bite to eat while around pike place. Limited outdoor seating. We took sandwiches that were filling read more

Delicious food!! I got the gyro sandwich and devoured it so quick, it was so yum. And very kind service, too!! I really appreciated my visit and will definitely be back to try more menu items :) read more

OMG, the gyro sandwich/wrap is so good! Tender meat, grilled that added some crispy bits (my favorite flavor...lol) The owner was so nice, brought my food out and picked up my garbage after too. I love that their menu has several great choices shwarmas, gyros, and falafel, of course, but not too many so they can do them all well. I would have taken a picture, but I ate it all so fast. I can barely wait to go back for another gyro. read more

Staff was passable. Not inviting, nor unfriendly. Weird how this had any good reviews on the food itself. You really have to not know anything about food to not taste the painfully obvious. Dad had the Lamb Shish kabob: - Sodium bomb - Doused with copious amounts of sauce that did not have any ingredient flavors of tzatziki (no cucumber, lemon or yogurt) - Lamb was dry - Can't comment on the flavor I had the Beef Shwarma: - Again, same sodium bomb - Again, doused with copious amounts of Italian dressing - Flavor was nowhere reminiscent of anything mediterranean (sauteed in a ton of sauce - mainly worchestershire sauce and some tomato sauce). Worchestershire sauce doesn't exist in any mediterranean food (let alone as the main ingredient). - Rice was overcooked and had the texture of instant rice - Salad was like the "shwarma" (doused with copious amounts of sauce) - Just sloppy, salty, saucy, non-Mediterranean mash of something Appears to be a shop that is just in business to sell stuff to eat to tourist (but not in the business of the actual craft of cooking and authenticity, by any stretch of any imagination). 100% steer clear and go elsewhere. read more

Ended up in this area past dinner time, and this place smelled amazing so we went in and ordered food to go. We ordered a chicken shawarma plate and a lamb shish kabob plate. I didn't notice that there wasn't a big spinning gyro cone to cut meat off of, and the cook actually cooked our order on the grill. Maybe they couldn't do it with fewer tourists visiting during the pandemic? Anyway it was totally fine, just not what I expected. The portion was MASSIVE. We had 2 meals each out of these plates and they were large meals. Definitely hit the spot for some flavorful meat and overall hearty meal! read more

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We were looking for a quick bite to eat around Pikes Place and the we passed by Falafel King. The aroma was very inviting so we decided to give this place a try. Orders were placed and the wait time was approximate ~10 minutes. I got the Combo plate with Beef Shawarma and Falafels, as I wanted to try the options. The portion sizes were a bit uneven, as in we got a lot of rice. The quality of the rice wasn't very good, as it reminded me of the type of rice you would get in a high school cafeteria. I was hoping for something of a basmati rice as it is a Mediterranean restaurant, but it was more short grain. The Beef Shawarma was tasty and the Falafel was decent. There was a good drizzle of tzatziki sauce over the beef and the pickled red onions were a complement in terms of flavor. The Falafel was packed tightly, but its flavor was a bit dull. Just FYI - Pita bread isn't included in the meal, it is extra. The price was alright ($15) with the food, but I personally would have preferred some more falafel. read more

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Had a quick stop at this place . They have good varieties of Mediterranean Food . They also have other beverages / beer etc. few tables outside to sit and eat . Service was quick . Had felafel and it tasted good .. also ordered baklava and it was awesome .. was expensive though. Being in city , we expect it to be expensive.. parking is tough . Overall a good experience... read more

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Great outdoor seating, friendly service, and delicious fries! I overheard another customer say "this is the best shawarma I've ever had." Definitely stop in to try it! read more

Falafel King - Mediterranean Fries - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Worse food ever and expensive for nothing to appreciate.. falafel nothing to do with real falafel and the services is bad and his Shanda are dirty read more

Falafel King - Falafel king in Seattle wa - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place saved us! Pike's Place area can get very busy and most the food spots nearby can have long wait times... wifey and I were not the patient. This place was right around the corner from where we were and we decided to give it a go. It was different than your typical falafel, (we both had the falafel wraps), different spices, but it was great! Hit the spot! read more

Good food at decent prices. Everything else is over priced. Try the chicken shawarma sandwiches. They are bursting with flavor with a good amount of spice to wake up your taste buds. read more

A tiny stall in Pike Place market a few stores down from the corner flower shop is this halal food stall that is popular with the locals. Their menu ranges from hummus, babaganoush, falafel, swarma, at varying prices - some of them being rather high for a smaller hole in the wall type place. Like for example a platter for lunch could cost you upward of $15 and fries $5 dollars. There aren't many options to get smaller sides so if you want fries with your gyro or falafel sandwich, expect to spend around $20 for a lunch. I ordered the falafel sandwich after waiting around 20 minutes to order. If you come around the lunch rush, you'll be surprised to see only one person working the line. I waited around 20 more minutes to just my falafel sandwich which was kind of disappointing. While the flavors of the sauce and falafel were good - they were kind of meager. There were only 3 small pieces of greasy falafel and the way the onion and tomatoes were cut up made the sandwich hard to eat. This place definitely isn't the best falafel restaurant I've ever been to but if you're craving falafel it can hit the spot! read more

Falafel King - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We ended up ordering food from here after going to the aquarium and realizing that all of the restaurants around pike place were much more crowded than we could have anticipated. Although the meat was a bit dry, the portions were massive, the flavor was amazing and the combo platter easily fed 2 people on its own. Seating is very sparse, although we were lucky and able to secure a few seats. Definitely worth the try if you're looking for more bang for your buck - the falafel (as should be expected) was stellar, as well! read more

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This is a little hole in the wall place at Pike's place market. We wanted a quick lunch and we came upon this place and it smelled amazing. The guy who owns it is a one man show and his food is quick, fresh, flavorful and abundant! I had a falafel sandwich which was delicious, y son had the Shawarma platter and it was amazing. Onions and tomatoes are caramel iced on the griddle and served on top of tender marinated beef, yellow rice, hummus and a green salad is also on the plate and then it is garnished with 3 sauces. We were in Seattle for 4 days and we ate there 3 of read more

Falafel King - Half eaten Shawarma platter and there is still so much food! - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Owner/ operator/ chef that takes pride in his food. Extremely fair prices for being in the market. Cute but small spot that is great on a sunny day. Always entertaining to watch people stare at dream girls. read more

Falafel King - Combo Plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A good petite eatery to satisfy your cravings for pita sandwiches. The place is quite small, but has a couple of outdoor tables, nothing fancy. It is run by one man, but he works quickly to get your food out . I originally ordered a pick up order on DoorDash. When I got there and asked about it, he didn't know that there was a DoorDash request. However, in 5 -7 minutes my food was ready. I got the falafel pita sandwich which comes with falafel, onion, tomatoes lettuce and a creamy white sauce. My bf got the gyro pita sandwich also which comes with the same toppings, - onion, tomatoes lettuce and sauce. Price was decent, falafel was $7 and the gyro was $10. Both of ours were filled with a good amount of falafel and gyro meat, respectively. I do wish there was a bit more falafel in mine, but it was well seasoned and flavorful. The sandwich is cut in half and wrapped to help keep it mess free. Unfortunately I don't eat meat, so I'm not sure how the gyro tasted but the bf said it was good, had a nice portion of meat and had a spicy flavor. I would come back again to try other dishes here. Pro tip: do not take off the wrapper completely or you'll make a huge mess. There will be sauce and vegetable toppings falling everywhere. Instead, rip small pieces of the wrapper as you eat. You're given an abundance of napkins if you make a mess though! Also I would grab this to go and eat by the water front area for a nice view. :) read more

So I think I got shortchanged here. The register said 14.99 plus tax so 15 something I think. I gave him a 20 and he gave me a couple coins ... and that was it. I was so surprised I didn't say anything. I would have likely put the bills in the the tip jar anyway. Just be aware I guess. The lamb kebab was solid. I don't eat a lot of middle eastern food so I was really, REALLY impressed with all the flavors. The platter came with lamb, yellow rice, salad (with dressing, white onion, and tomato), hummus, and a tzatziki style white sauce all over. Delish. There were all sorts of spices hitting my mouth and I couldn't help eating every last drop! I could have done for a little more hummus though. They don't skimp ya on the pita either. He gave me a whole basket. I couldn't finish all of it! read more

Falafel King - Lamb Kebab. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Ohmygosh, the chicken shawarma is AMAZING. They use onions and red cabbage in it and it is delicious. The shop is a tiny little space near Pike's Market, with a few chairs and tables out on the sidewalk. There is a three-stool bar inside as well. The cashier was also the chef, and he paid attention to what we wanted as we talked about it. Very nice. We also had the fries, and they were delish. read more

We live nearby and this place always smells amazing and has a few ppl waiting so decided to try it. Not sure why the overall rating is mediocre - think it rly depends what u order here. We got a bunch of stuff bc I had a doordash coupon- I would recommend ordering ahead to avoid the wait. When we arrived there were at least 3 other parties waiting and only one guy working. Overall- everything was pretty good but a lot spicier than we're used to for middle eastern street food. But definitely would come back! Good- Gyro sandwich Beef shawarma platter (rly big portion!) Meh/ wouldn't order again- Side of falafels (a bit dry) Baklava read more

Quick decent eats while sightseeing. Not the best gyro I've had but it was flavorful. A bit untidy.

Super delicious! We especially loved the Dajaj Mishwi plate. Also very satisfied with the salad, very flavorful especially for someone who loves tangy and savory food. Great service as well, kudos to the young woman who took our order. Also, for California/San Diego locals who want to get a Shawarma Guys experience in DT Seattle, I'd highly recommend this place! read more

Falafel King - Dajaj Mishwi Plate Falafel Plate Shish Tawook Plate Greek Salad Chicken Shawarma Plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Middle-Eastern for you. Ordered: - Chicken shawarma $12.99 Tina's Travel and Tabloid - I got the chickennnn! Boneless chicken thighs marinated in garlic and lemon herbs. Grilled with onions, tomatoes, and red cabbage topped with tahini sauce. - I didn't know the platter was going to be filled with onions, which I don't like... I guess it's a preference. - Nothing was open at the Pike Place Market at 8PM that was worth waiting for and I saw this place and decided to give it a try. Super vacant I must say around that time. - The chicken was pretty good, but there was wayyyyy too much sauce and it made everything seem too heavy for my taste. I liked the level of spiciness. The rice wasn't all cooked that well either so it didn't give me much appetite. I had to toss it outside since it was a very heavily seasoned dish so my hotel room wouldn't smell. - I don't know if I'd get the same thing if I came back... read more

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Overall this place isn't bad. It's conveniently located by Pike market and the food is decent. There's a small outdoor patio and a couple chairs on the inside for seating however it is very small. Also, be prepared to wait several minutes for your food as there is generally only one person working inside so it can take a few minutes longer than expected. Reason for the lower rating however is the cost for what you get. The price is several dollars more than you would see at any other Mediterranean place and the food is eh, OK. PROS: Flavors are good overall Garlic sauce is BOSS Large portion sizes CONS Cost - 13.99 for a salad with some pre-frozen chicken and simply lettuce and onion. You are better off paying less for a chicken pita and just dumping it out. Some of the dishes do not come with the spit fired meat...this is probably my own miss understanding but when you get horribly cooked pre frozen chicken it is not a treat. read more

Delicious. I'm also here to cancel out the Karen that was there today who I'm sure left a terrible review because they were out of olives. My gyro was delicious and the staff was friendly read more

If you want shitty service and sub-par food, you've come to the right place. My boyfriend and I came around 7:30 for dinner. When we arrived, the cook was sitting drinking something while talking to someone (didn't appear to be an employee) and the server was sitting at a table with her face in her hands. When we approached to order, not one of them acknowledged us until I said hello. The cook ordered the server to get our order, and she looked extremely tired as if we were bothering her for our order. We got a falafel plate. She asked us if we wanted pita on the side, to which we both said audibly yes to. When our order came out, there was no pita. So then she said we said we didn't want pita, when we clearly said yes. We ignored it and continued with our meal. She came back and brought us our pita after charging us an additional dollar. The only thing edible on the plate was the rice. The falafels were tasteless; the salad was dirty with some lazy ass dressing on it; the pita tasted like it was bought from Trader Joe's and warmed up in a microwave. After she came back with the pita, she plopped down and started taking a nap. What in the actual hell? I don't want to come to a restaurant and see employees taking naps with their hands in their hair and their faces on the table. It's disgusting; it's rude; and it's extremely off-putting. My boyfriend and I will NEVER be returning to this place ever again. I work near pike place market and trust me, I tell as many people as I can to avoid this place at all costs. read more

So good! We stopped here for a quick lunch after walking around the market. The steak shawarma was amazing. The fries were really good too. Not a lot of seating and it's outdoor counter space mostly but a great little place with delicious food. read more

Falafel King - Steak shawarma salad. So good! - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Small eatery great for take out Has a small patio that serves the. Visitor group walking in the Pike Place area Food was great Food was hot off the grill Taste was very good aroma was very delicious read more

The food was amazing. So much flavor packed into a succulent package. Best street food I've had in years. It's a hole in the wall and you have to leave to change your mind. Don't worry though, you won't to. read more

We wanted something fast, cheap, without a wait in Pike's Place & went here. The worker did not listen to what we were saying & overcharged us! We tried to explain it to him but he was not having it. The food was junk. Combo Plate- Chicken Shawarma, Beef Shawarma (served with rice, hummous, & salad): My friend was emphasizing that he did not want salad. Instead of salad, he wanted more rice. The guy understood the no salad part but charged him extra for rice. Everything was dry & tasteless. Gyro Sandwich: Pita bread tastes stale & old. The meat was nasty. read more

Falafel King - Combo Plate- Chicken Shawarma, Beef Shawarma - Middle Eastern Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I REALLY, REALLY, REALLY wanted to like your food. You are such a hard-working owner and I respect you greatly for having a small business in a tough economy, especially in Seattle, where it's especially tough to earn enough money to survive here. My colleagues have been going here for months and have had nothing but great things to say, and I always balked at spending the money since you're pretty pricy, but was finally like, "let's do this! I'll spend $15 with tax + tip on a salad!" Then reality set in and I had supreme salad regret enveloped in a shroud of sadness since it was basically like I was eating shredded up dollar bills upon first look. I opened the box at the office, and, to my dismay, there was minimal lettuce and tomato, a few onions, a bunch of wetness (drained into the sink...water? oil? who knows...) and 3 small blackened falafel balls that I broke a plastic knife trying to cut...and a plastic fork trying to eat. It smelled so good (SO MUCH GARLIC!) but was such a disappointment I ended up making a microwaved veggie dog for lunch. While not for me, I appreciate what you're doing. read more