It's not everyday I get to try a new dish I love but I was lucky enough to do that today at Hummus Cafe. Firstly, the staff are incredibly sweet and welcoming. The menu has a selection of middle eastern cafe standards plus a few unusual choices. You'll find gyros,falafel fries and more. There are lots of vegetarian choices as well as dishes to please the carnivore crowd. I went with something I've never seen offered anywhere else a falafel and eggplant sandwich. It was an absolute delight in every way. It came on a pita with tahini, fresh lettuce and tomato plus some pickles. I'm sure I'll have to come back at some point bc I'll be craving it. The space was very clean, spacious and bright. We were the only ones in there today and it was pleasantly quiet aside from some soft music. Prices seemed appropriate for what we got. Affordable but not super cheap. I can't wait to go back! read more

Hummus Cafe catered a large birthday party for us and did a fantastic job. The food was very good -- fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented for a crowd. The logistics were seamless from start to finish; they handled everything professionally and we didn't have to worry about a thing. Everyone at the party loved the food. If you are looking for a caterer who can handle a large event with ease and deliver delicious food, look no further than Hummus Cafe. I highly recommended. read more

Ordered takeout from Hummus Cafe and was very impressed! The service was excellent and it was ready fast. We ordered grape leaves, spanakopita, a falafel sandwich and an eggplant sandwich. All of them were really great! My favorite was the eggplant sandwich and I loved their tzatziki. Reasonably priced and I like that there are vegetarian options. Parking was a bit tough in that area, especially during rush hour. read more

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My family has enjoyed take out gyros from here for years. Before it was a dive and after remodel nice and warm. Lately my grandson and I have been coming in quickly for French fries before karate class. I left yesterday feeling like she "owner" doesn't care or acknowledge us as we only spend -10 dollars. We were told to sit last night in a small space because they have reservations in the 2 long booths. Well, only one of the booths was used while we sat next to the door that was cold the windy... Seattle has Too many restaurants to not feel welcomed when we've frequented your establishment enough to not feel like a bother! read more

Ohmagosh this restaurant has delicious FRESH flavorful middle eastern food. We ordered a LOT of food, some we knew and some recommended by one of the delightful owners. Lentil soup and seafood soup were outstanding. Chicken shawarma and lamb kebab tender and tasty! Mint limeade and baklava were perfect treats. Even though falafel isn't my favorite, we ordered it just to give it a try and I'm so glad we did! A signature dish, the Egyptian rice pudding with pistachios, ... well ... we basically fought over it. Uniquely yummy! Chatting with the owner about food, about the old country, and about the variety of Arabic cooking styles and the ways her friends near and far cook each dish a bit differently, truly enhanced this beautiful meal. read more

Took my mom here recently and the food was SO good. We are both vegetarian and there were many options. We got the salad, hummus and pita, Greek fries and falafel. Everything was fresh, the service was great and I like their new (?) blue murals on the white walls! read more

The food here is super tasty. Full of flavor, hummus was so so smooth. I have been here twice and would keep coming back. The owners were super nice, very attentive. The space is open and welcoming. read more

Hummus Cafe - Lamb shawarma sandwich, Hummus and Pita, Gyro Salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Wow I loved this place. The owners are Egyptian and its family operated! The amount of food you get and the quality for the price is unbeatable. I really enjoy the remodel, it's a nice and clean place to be. The gyro was sooooo good, my photo isn't great because I got my food to go but it shows just how much volume you get in the pita. read more

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Delicious falafel, so fresh and seasoned perfectly. The owners are such lovely humans who provide great food and a clean space and are so friendly. Eat here! It's amazing. Also the hibiscus tea is perfect read more

Falafel and Eggplant sandwich was spicy and really good. Lentil soup was also good. We'll be back!

That is absolutely the worst shawarma I've ever had. No spices, no flavor, wh'te girl heat levels after asking hot, paper literally tucked into the wrap. Environment itself as cold and bare as the food. Garlic & tzaziki sauces as bland as reeser's. And waited ~1/2 hr for it. I only ate one quarter of it because i was that hungry. Honestly I want a refund - or better yet treat me to a meal at another local that puts care into their food. There are reasons 80% of restaurants shutter their doors within the first year or two, and everything about this is why. read more

I've been very slowly and unintentionally chewing my way through The Stranger's 15 Best Restaurants in Seattle (https://www.thestranger.com/food-and-drink/2023/07/19/79083469/the-15-best-restaurants-in-the-seattle-area-2023). Slowly: it's August and I've been to 5 of the 15 (2 of which I'd been to prior to seeing this list); unintentionally: mostly I go to one of these places when I'm already planning to be in the neighborhood (meaning I probably won't ever make it to a few). Now, I love the irreverent writing style on display at The Stranger, and really enjoyed the author's turn of phrase. Her Top 15, though, I've found wanting - until I came to Hummus Cafe. Wife and I went to the salmon run at the Ballard Locks. As we were getting ready to go, she said she was hungry. I've wanted to try the Hummus Cafe since seeing it on this list, and Greenwood was on our way. She ordered a falafel & eggplant sandwich; I ordered lamb shawerma plate. My wife summed it up, "I'd come back here again." I was pleasantly surprised that they served actual lamb rather than the highly-processed solidified meat-like slurry found at so many Mediterranean places (they offer that here, too, but it wasn't on my plate). We shared a baklava at the end. It was drier than I'm used to which is normally a death sentence for me. It wasn't slathered with syrup the way I like it (I have a terrible sweet tooth); it was very buttery and flavorful - I'm also a major fan of "buttery". Different, tasty. The author of the Top 15 list seeks to balance delicious food at reasonable prices. This food is good; "reasonable" is up to the diner. 1 item and a drink each (plus 1 baklava), our bill was $50. Hummus Cafe is a gem hidden in plain sight - smack on the corner of 85th and Greenwood. We'll be back. read more

Falafel sandwich was fantastic and the cafe is really cute. I came in around dinner time and was served quickly.

Placed an order for a gyro plate which came with two sides - I chose rice and fries. The total ended up being around $18. The order took about 15 minutes to prep and when I got it, it was a good portion. The gyms were covered in a yogurt cucumber sauce which I didn't know came on it. The rice was a little oily - not sure if it was from the rice or the gyros. I think my favorite item from Hummus cafe were the fries - they were perfectly salty and crispy. Overall Hummus cafe food was probably a 3.5/5. Service was nothing special and overall just an okay shop considering everything. read more

Hummus Cafe - Gyro plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Our first time here. The chicken kabob with fresh salad and hummus was wonderful and the grilled salmon, also with fresh salad and hummus was equally excellent. The quartered pita slices were warm and tender. The cuisine was a mix of Egyptian and Greek with a smattering of other middle eastern flavors. No wine or drinks but we enjoyed iced tea and Turkish coffee. Located at the heart of Greenwood, the cafe is attractive and super clean as was the restroom. We found parking on the curb in the neighborhood easily. This is a family friendly cafe, informal but quiet enough to have a conversation easily even if the table next to you is filled as was ours. Service was attentive and friendly. We will be back. read more

I haven't lived in Seattle long, but I'm noticing there are a lot of places that serve gyros here, and being a former Chicagoan that makes my heart so happy! The lamb & beef gyros combo plate: EXCELLENT!!! Wow, I usually expect gyros to be a bit dry and I don't mind, but these were actually a bit juicy, which made them so much more delicious! And the sauce! Oh yeah, that's the cucumber sauce I know and love! Fries were decent, baba ghanoush was wonderful, pita was soft and warm. Chicken shwarma combo plate: This was ok. The chicken shwarma didn't seem like others I've had, kinda bland little bits with no char. It was, I don't know... ok I hate to say it, but it was boring. Same with the rice. Hummus was good but it needed a bit of salt so I just added some in and boom, it was better (I don't normally add salt to anything). Falafel was very unique. I can't decide if I like it or not. There's a flavor I can't pinpoint that hit me at first bite, and I didn't like it, but as I chewed, it got better and I could enjoy the parsley & other usual delicious flavors of falafel. The falafel is bigger and more moist than others I've had as well. I'm definitely coming back for more gyros, baba ghanoush, and hummus! And I might want to try their Turkish coffee and desserts as well. read more

Hummus Cafe - Lamb and Beef Gyro Combo Plate with fries and baba ghanoush. (Side order of falafel in back, you get three) - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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My family and I enjoyed a delicious meal at Hummus Cafe right before a show at Taproot Theatre. Everything was so good! The hummus is smooth and delicious, the babaganoush is so flavorful and you must try their fresh mint limeaid! The service is great and they are very familiar with people needing to rush to get to a show at Taproot, which was nice because we made it just in time for our show :). Highly recommend Hummus Cafe and I can't wait to go back! read more

The sandwiches were great! You honestly can't go wrong with anything you order. The people were friendly. And the food was delivered quickly! We will be back read more

Hummus Cafe - Chicken Shawerma Combo Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Egyptian and Arabic food are amazing. Hummus particularly is Levantine (Palestinian, Syrian, lebanese). Koshari famous Egyptian dish!!!

I had high hopes for this place, but they were dashed. It's a sweet little shop that appears to be run by a husband and wife team in a great location. I know they've been there for a long time - I wonder if the food used to be really good? Their food seemed like a 40% version of what it could be. Rather than the delicate combination of flavors for which Middle Eastern food is known, they bash you over the head with an uninspired, thrown-together version you might expect from a young person just learning to cook. It seems their ingredients are the least expensive version of barely passable. We ordered a few things. First was the lamb schwarma salad. The lamb was oily, fatty and devoid of much flavor other than overpowering garlic and the gaminess that lamb naturally brings. Perhaps the intense garlic was from the sauce, I'm not sure. It also is schwarma-like rather than actual schwarma. While they have 2 of the traditional upright schwarma grilling machines, one was out of use and the other had gyro meat sitting on it, but it wasn't on (made me suspicious of the gyro too) The side of Hummus and Pita we ordered looked OK. It came with about a 1/4" puddle of unpleasant and strong tasting olive oil on top. I was glad to get a full olive in the middle and 2 thin slices of cucumber. Not sure how the hummus itself tasted because the oil on top was overpowering and unpleasant. The pita that came with the hummus and on which the chicken sandwich were served was fine. Again, it was the passable sort that comes from large scale food distribution companies. The chicken was the best protein. It had nice flavor and good texture, but was very dry - I wanted to improve it by adding hummus to the sandwich, but was put off by the olive oil. The chicken tasted like it was cooked much earlier in the day and just reheated as needed - perhaps this batch had been reheated multiple times already. The best part of the meal were the french fries, which were delightfully crisp on the outside and not overdone. Find another place for your Middle Eastern food fix unless this one is just too convenient and you have no idea how delicious this type of food can be. You certainly shouldn't go there thinking you'll be getting good service, good value or reasonable prices. read more

Their shawarma sandwiches are easily the best I've ever had. I could literally eat it every day for the rest of my life. I love the lamb schwarma and my wife loves the chicken schwarma. We've also had the schwarma salads which are delicious. read more

Since this covid thing started, our family has tried to dedicate one night to take out, in support of local businesses. We have our favorites, our rotation, but new to our set is this joint. It's good food, and we should have had this in our catalogue of places a long time ago. That being said, it's now on our rotation. So what makes this place, one of our regular takeout places? it's all about the quality of the food, and the value. Let's just say, the food is fresh, it tastes like someone who cared made it, from scratch. I got a gyro salad, and the vegetables were fresh, and lush. The meat tasted like it was just taken off the spit, and the dressing was just right. I mean, really tasty. We have a long way to go, to taste everything, but for now, this place is now on our to-go list, and we will be making an effort to come here more often. read more

I was starting to lose hope that I'd find a reasonably priced, good restaurant in Greenwood, so I'm so glad that I stumbled upon Hummus Cafe. I came on a Friday night and was planning to get to-go, but when I arrived there were no other customers, and it seemed so cozy that I figured, hey, why not just stay here and eat. I ordered the chicken shwarma with a side of baba, rice and pita. The portions were generous and I left stuffed. The chicken was tender and the baba and rice were the perfect complements to the dish. Staff was friendly and efficient. I'm under the impression this a mom and pop shop, and I look forward to coming back. read more

Hummus Cafe - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

You know when you walk into a place, and you just know it's super authentic? Yeah, that's this place. There are photos on the wall of (what I assume to be) the owners -- a cute couple who look like they've been doing what they're doing, preparing your food, for many decades. Service was super kind. I got takeout of a ton of different things, all of which were great, but some better than others. The two items I wouldn't get again: the fried pickled eggplant and fava bean bowl appetizers. The eggplant was such a small portion. I love eggplant, too. But would skip this next time. The fava beans... Just didn't translate well to takeout. ALso, it was just a dud overall. Kind of like hummus but made with fava beans. Less flavor... Meh. Now onto the winners... I'd never even heard of the first thing on the menu, kushari, so I figured I had to try it. After some nerdy Googling, I learned that it's the national dish of Egypt. A delicious blend of Italian influence and Middle Eastern, it was the ultimate comfort food. Would highly recommend on a cold evening with a glass of red wine. We also got the baba ghanoush, dolmathes, spanakopita, fried pickled eggplant, fava bean bowl, an eggplant sandwich/gyro and the baklava (which I can never turn down). Besides the items I called out that I wouldn't get again, this place was beyond delicious. I'll definitely be coming back. The stuffed grape leaves were filled with flavor (as was the sauce), the eggplant gyro was moist and filled to the brim, the spanakopita was perfect... baklava definitely made with love. Ordering over the phone was super easy, as was pickup. Sad about all the styrofoam though :( read more

Service was really really bad! The women was very rude! Not only was she rude but she ripped us off charging a custom item fee, a service fee as well as taking a tip! What does this place think they are doing?! read more

I visited Hummus Cafe for a late lunch and was immediately greeted by the owner to sit anywhere. Hummus Cafe is a quaint, small space along Greenwood Avenue, which feel as though you're stepping into the home of the owners. They interact with you, get to know you, and befriend you. Soon I learned that they had regulars like the other woman in the cafe that I made friends with. All she said to the owner was that "she was ready" and the owner knew exactly what meal to get the frequent customer. Wouldn't that be nice if we all had a place where we walked in and were served our favorite meal without asking? The menu had a lot of different plate combinations of Mediterranean favorites, like shawarma, kebabs, tabouli, gyros, and yes, even Greek fries. As the owner and the other customer in the cafe recommended, I ordered the chicken kebabs plate with rice and hummus as my two sides, as you get a choice of two sides with the plate combinations. I also ordered a Turkish coffee for a drink. Food was made fresh and it certainly tasted as so. Once I bit into the kebabs I could tell they were marinaded with lemon, which made all the difference. Because of so, the chicken kebabs were delicious. They also use white meat, so pieces were thick and succulent. Hummus was good, but wished the pita had been warmed up or more soft to go with. Rice was average; therefore, I most likely would choose two other sides to try. I will say that if you haven't had it before, try Turkish coffee, especially from here! It was so aromatic, bold and flavorful. For any coffee connoisseurs, you will enjoy a cup here. I really enjoyed my time here at Hummus Cafe. After my meal I ended up reading my book here for an hour or so, as the cafe really has that kind of welcoming atmosphere to it. Do what the regulars do here - eat and stay awhile. read more

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We went to the Hummus Cafe for dinner 2 weeks ago on Friday. Our family group of 6 were celebrating my brother-in-law's birthday. He had originally wanted to go to a specific fancy restaurant nearby, but that place was crowded, loud, dark, and doesn't take reservations and there was a longish wait. .... So, we all decided to walk 1/2 block and check out the Hummus Cafe. We were so glad we wound up there. The environment isn't fancy, but it is professional and clean and was a wonderful experience overall - it was a great choice for us. All of the food was absolutely delicious, the staff were very friendly and helpful. Our family thoroughly enjoyed the place. I look forward to going back. read more

I ordered the chicken shawarma combo plate with salad and hummus as my sides. It was ready in ten minutes and tasty! The only downside is that the pita was a bit dry. I would say this is a solid takeout spot if you're in the Greenwood neighborhood. read more

Hummus Cafe - Chicken Shawerma Combo Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A wonderful family run restaurant with exceptional food! The salad was fresh and delicious and the entrees were hearty and deliciously spiced. read more

My husband and I ate here while traveling, and it was pretty good! The hummus was OK, they give you a TON of it. But not enough pita for the amount of hummus. Shawarma was good and the falafel sandwich. Falafel was large and hard to eat! Not the best falafel I've had but it was okay. read more

Cozy immaculate cafe serving the best Mediterranean dishes in town. Nurturing homey atmosphere is tops. Give this place a try. You will be impressed! read more

There's a reason I have been eating at Hummus Cafe for over a decade. It is delicious! It's a true mom & pop as it's owned by a husband and wife duo. They always remember me, and have watched me grow up over the years from high school to college and now adulthood, always greeting me with a smile. My favorite food here is a shawarma sandwich with lamb, but everything on the menu is good. You can tell it's made with love! And make sure to try the housemade limeade and baklava! read more

Everything I've had here is fresh and tasty! I love the lamb shawarma entree w/salad and hummus, and the mint limeade is delicious. The renovations look great and it's always super clean! read more

Good little cafe with reasonable food in a pinch. Takes a while to prepare so its not a fast eat if you have a theatre show. The quality and food is good. Without mr gyros in greenwood anymore, this is the only spot nearby for middle eastern food in a pinch. Took off one star as we weren't allowed to dine there as we got our order to go even though it was empty . Would have expected better customer service from the owners especially as its a low key place and when dining in- you almost get the same packaging and plastic cutlery with a lil red plastic tray instead of a bag. Hope that improves in the future. read more

Hummus Cafe - tables and chairs in a restaurant - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Anything less than 5 stars is not enough. Hummus cafe is not only delicious, always fresh, and made to order food, BUT, the people who run it are absolute gems. I've come here for years and I hope to continue to do so! read more

Always smells amazing here and everything I've tried is super tasty. They literally have the best fries I've ever tried in Seattle, especially when dipped in hummus. read more

Hands down the best beef and lamb gyro I've ever had. I also love the Greek fries. The only thing I wish was different is if they could be open later because I often work until 8 and they are closed by the time I come home. Still, it's a five star restaurant and love coming here. read more

Came in on a Wednesday evening- it wasn't busy at all, got a to go order of combination plates and the rice covered in green leaves appetizer. Staff was friendly, and prices weren't bad. Around $25 each for 2 entrees and an app. Humans was very good, pita could have been better but still good. The chicken was cut up in little pieces which I don't expect but was good! Fries were delicious- I wish we got more. Overall- good experience, will be back. read more

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Hummus Cafe continues their tradition of outstanding food, attentive service and reasonable prices. Because of my two most recent encounters, I raise their stars to 5, huzzah! I recently brought newcomers who were very happy with their food. My friend, a fellow vegetarian, was so surprised and nearly hypnotized by the flavorful falafel and it's green interior. Perfectly crunchy on the outside, moist inside. I convinced the table to pick baba ghanouj as one of their sides, and I'm glad I did. It nearly brought the table to riot level, as everyone dutifully scraped their plates with the last of the pillowy pita. Nice job folks, you are the best. read more

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The best Egyptian food in Seattle. The spices and seasonings are delicate and enhancing, not overpowering. You won't get a better falafel anywhere in this city, and the hummus is perfection. Eggplant is prepared in a variety of ways, all incredibly delicious. Even the pita bread is served lightly toasted and a perfect accompaniment for scooping up your food, I don't think I ever use a fork. You will need a spoon, however, for the AMAZING Om Ali and Basbousa --truly wonderful and light, we're never too full to complete our meal without these heavenly desserts! read more

Hummus Cafe - Hummus Cafe Mixed Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington