At first I wasn't sure what to expect but wanted to give it a try. We tried the rice and chicken…read morequarters and both were juicy and flavored well without being too greasy. The owner was so very sweet and kind. I'd like to try more dishes The restaurant was simply decorated and very roomy.

I've been coming to Caffe Yemen for quite a while, and my visit on June 20, 2026 was probably my…read morebest experience yet. I was watching FIFA soccer world cup match there between Germany and Cote d'Ivoire I originally went there hoping to have the Lamb Shank Mandi, but it wasn't ready at the time. The owner personally prepared a regular Lamb Mandi for me, and I can honestly say it was one of the best dishes I've had. The lamb was incredibly tender, warm, and practically melted in my mouth. The rice was fresh, fragrant, and tasted like it had just come out of the pot. Just look at the picture! Over the years, I've tried many Yemeni dishes, including Mandi, Kabsa, and Haneeth, and this place is definitely one of the best spots for Mandi in the area. The flavors are authentic, the portions are generous, and the hospitality is outstanding. My family and I first visited after reading positive reviews, and we've kept coming back ever since. We especially enjoyed both the Lamb Shank Mandi and the Lamb Mandi. Everything was delicious. I would love to see more traditional options such as Lamb Kabsa and Lamb Haneeth added to the menu in the future. If you're in the Renton area and enjoy Yemeni cuisine, I highly recommend giving this place a try. Great food, friendly service, and a wonderful dining experience every time.

Amazing lamb chops and manti (Turkish beef-filled dumplings). Definitely try the homemade baklava!read more

I'm Turkish, and I know what authentic Turkish food is supposed to taste like. I kept my…read moreexpectations very low when I ate at this place, but the Adana kebab was the worst thing I've ever eaten. There was absolutely no salt, seasoning, or spice in the meat. It was basically cheap minced beef wrapped around kebab skewers. I couldn't finish it, and my stomach isn't feeling great tonight. The service was awful. They basically dropped the food at our table, and no one checked on us to see if we needed anything until it was time to pay. The ladies' restroom was flooded with toilet water, which tells me a lot about their hygiene standards. I had a good experience here a couple of years ago, but I would never eat here again or recommend this place to my friends.

My wife and I came to try this place out for dinner finally!…read more This place is FIRE!!! Flavors are on point, everything tasted fresh, service was on point, and the ambiance was great. We got the lamb shank, chicken kebab, and chai latte. I'm definitely coming back. This place is bomb. I'm always looking for new places to try lamb and they nailed it over here.

Was traveling and visited from out of state. Plenty of space and nice staff. Menu was interesting,…read moresurprisingly no combination kabobs option, you omly get to pick a single platter option. What was nice was that they had a ground chicken or beef option which isnt available in my area (fremont, Ca) for afghan restaurants. The seasoned rice was ok, could have been better. Would recommend staff serve milaf cola instead of pepsi etc. otherwise not bad

The service was friendly and quick, and everything we ordered was delicious. We enjoyed lamb and…read morebeef gyro, chicken gyro plate, a vegan cauliflower wrap, falafel, and hummus. Great prices and large portions with good options for kids meals too. They also brought us each a slice of cake after our meal, no charge. Multiple clearly labeled vegan options was a big plus for me. If you are vegetarian or vegan this is a great place to go. Catering by the tray was also advertised with great prices.

So so good, the lamb/beef shawarma plate is so tender and flavor…read more The juices is freshly squeezed on the spot, which gives a burst of citrusy orangy deliciousness. Staff gave a really good serve. One of the only rare places that truly deserves a 5/5 stars.

While searching for East European, Russian food, we found this place. It's Romanian…read more The food was excellent. If there were a six-star rating, I would rate it six stars based on their food. We tried the following items Main dishes: Cabbage Rolls (Sarmale) - GREAT! Oven Roasted Lamb - PERFECT! Chicken and pork schnitzel, yes, we tried both, yes, FANTASTIC!! Soup: Meatball soup; very good! Dessert: Pancakes with chocolate; made fresh, to die for!! Chocolate cake; good; but would rather eat more pancakes with strawberry and apricot! The menu is clear and it has photos on it. Very nice. Food was made fast and everything felt very fresh. We will come back and we would recommend this place to anybody enjoying these types of cuisines.

The food was fresh and a very good value. We had Shwarma sandwiches and they came out fresh- the…read moresauce was especially good. Tiramisu is home made must try it

Finally some amazing Mediterranean food!…read more We moved to the PNW from SoCal about 4 years ago and it has been so hard to find good Mediterranean food! There was a spot in Cap Hill that we used to love to order takeout from, but we live in White Center now and that is just too far. We decided to give this place a shot and we were so glad we were. The ambiance is great! Quaint, nice and colorful, and the service was so great! Our server (forgot her name but I think it started with a Z?) was super attentive, made some great recommendations and was so friendly. I always say I go to a place for good food, I go back because of the service. We had the sampler appetizer which was delicious and everything tasted so fresh. For entrees we each ordered the Mesopotamian lamb and beef with the basmati rice. Everything was excellent! The entree tasted so comforting like a grandma made it. And the simple side salad that came with it, that dressing I could eat just straight! Note, this is Turkish style Mediterranean food so you won't see the same style as say a Greek or a Lebanese style restaurant, but it was still fantastic! Note, the wine list was so different! Nothing from the US (which I'm okay with). I had the Portuguese vinho verde and it was nice and crisp and everything that I want in a vinho verde. I can't wait to come back to this place.

If you are looking for a meal where every single bite is worth it, you need to check out Marlaina's…read moreMediterranean Kitchen! The food here is absolutely delicious, incredibly tasty, and packed with authentic Mediterranean taste and flavor. It is the perfect balance of healthy and flavorful. The service was excellent, and the overall ambiance has a very homey, cozy Mediterranean vibe. It is located in a lovely, small downtown atmosphere. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, and street parking is available right nearby. Highly recommend if you want a healthy, delicious meal in a wonderful setting! Near SeaTac airport

The best palak paneer I've ever had! And this wonderful spot has introduced me to new favorites…read morelike haleem and achuri.

We finished a very gratifying visit to the Jimi Hendrix museum and left it to our colleagues to…read morechoose lunch. They ended up consulting yelp which led us to Naan -N- Curry, in Renton. The service here was terrific for us. They even educated us on some of the differences between Pakistani and Indian cuisine. It was a carry-out only for us. The food was hit or miss with me. The Biryani was alright but nothing I would ever order. What I sampled was way too spicy for me and just not my flavour. The kabob were some of the best I've tasted in this city, especially the lamb. Top notch. The Lamb Nihari was very tender, as was the Keema (with peas). The star of the show today was the Haleem. Call it a Pakistani porridge consisting of slow cooked spiced mutton, lentils and barley. A true delicacy! The place is quite pricey, even for the Seattle area. The portions are larger. Just know in advance you might want to share or count on leftovers for tomorrow's lunch! 06/25

My husband and I were looking for a healthier place to have lunch together and we found Olive Tree…read moreMediterranean restaurant. Being plant-based, I found several great options- hummus, falafel, tabbouleh, a hearty lentil soup on the menu. When we arrived, we realized this is more a fast casual style dining place rather than a sit-down restaurant. We walked to the back and placed our order with a kind young woman. She helped me navigate the menu as I asked what good plant-based options were available. I ended up ordering a hearty lentil rice soup (vegan), and zippy tabbouleh salad (vegan). SO GOOD! My husband ordered a falafel plate and enjoyed his meal. It's good to know Kent has some awesome healthy, delicious dishes I can enjoy! I look forward to my next visit.

Great food, ambiance, staff…read more Obnoxious vegetarian here- highly recommend the falafel on pita with a side of tzatziki. (Pro tip: you will need a roll of paper towels. You know the food is good when it looks like a hurricane hit you mid-meal) The staff- warm, friendly, helpful and genuine. I'm a newbie to Mediterranean food and these guys never make me feel bad over stumbling over words/pronunciation. Plus, they have great recommendations. Finally, people actually eat inside! Ever since Covid I've found it depressing to walk in to a beautiful restaurant, only to find the only folks inside are door dashers. I can eat inside and not feel like a weirdo loner (though half the time the dog insists we take it to go so he can get half the fries). Highly recommend!

Tl;dr: this is a hidden gem in Bellevue. You will fall in love. Bring friends. Or family. Or…read morestrangers, as long as they don't smell. Came here for a work dinner and was taken aback by the menu options. Its authentic as it gets. What makes it special: can't figure out what you want? Order the family platter, since it pretty much comes with everything. We enjoyed the coffee and knafeh afterwards and if you don't have room, take it to go or live with regret of never knowing true love. This place was so great that I'm convinced my Lebanese mother would approve of it.

If you're looking for authentic Lebanese food, this is by far not even close…read more Been hesitant to give this place a try but the options are limited in the Seattle area. Walking in, you don't get the Lebanese food aroma or feel. Already I was considering to turn back and leave but I had to commit and not judge by looks. I ordered the shish tawook and tabouli and was very disappointed. As someone familiar with Lebanese food, this was nowhere close to authentic. The flavors were bland, rice is not how it's done in Lebanon (yellow basmati?), the tabouli was underwhelming and dry (Lebanese do not add quinoa either to it), and the portions were surprisingly small for the high prices. Also, no toum but instead something similar to tzaiki? Odd. Unfortunately, the quality and value just weren't there.

Very very delicious ! The portion size of this can easily feed 2 people ! It's a huge portion!…read more The Gyro meat was flavorful and that drizzle of tzatziki sauce on top was really bomb. I really enjoyed the basmati rice as well it gave it a kick of extra flavor with every bite!

First time visit. Was looking for a hearty fresh meal and this didn't disappoint. Got the Gyro…read moreplate with a nut roll for dessert. Very generous portions-enough for two meals. Cashier was friendly and answered my questions about the nut roll. Nut roll was decadent and not too sweet. Tzatziki sauce was a burst of light freshness. I got it to go but there were about 6 small tables to dine in. Will definitely go back when in the area.