Best falafel in Seattle! They are perfectly crisp yet moist inside, and not greasy at all. Their babaganoush has the ideal amount of smokiness and the pita is always fresh and pillowy. A must try, go there now!! read more

Hummus Cafe - Falafel salad - yum!!! - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The. Best. Falafel. My husband and I each got the combo plate with different sides so we could share. I got the Falafel with rice and hummus, he got his with salad and babaganoush. Both were fantastic! The rice was flavorful, tender, and fluffy. The hummus was rich and creamy. His salad was tangy and the perfect side to all the rich flavors. This was my first experience with babaganoush, and it was DELICIOUS! We will definitely be going back and trying more wonderful offerings. read more

The food was delicious and the service fast and friendly, I definitely recommend for anyone to come and stop by when on this side of town.

Overcooked, oversalted lamb, everything else under seasoned and without flavor which isn't typical of this type of food. Hubby agreed nothing had much flavor and was very disappointed. Service was prompt, accurate, and friendly. These are people you would enjoy supporting. Lemon mint drink is amazing. I will come back for this and this alone. Grateful to not have to cook, and to be able to support a small business. I hope tonight was an off night because the only thing I would have again is that mint drink. read more

Service with a smile and a whole lotta delicous food. We came for the kousari and are leaving very happy and full of eggplant, hummus, and fava beans. read more

This is the best Gyro restaurant I've ever had the pleasure of eating at. I specifically get the spicy gyro. One day I forgot my debit card, and the owner said don't worry about it, and pay her when I can. An extremely kind gesture! This is a family owned restaurant, and everyone that works there is super kind, and polite. The price is fair, and the portion sizes are adequate. I strongly recommend a visit if in the area. read more

Since I've moved from Seattle there are a few restaurants that I crave, and this is the one that I crave the most, Hummus Cafe! I visit twice a year and I'm always STUNNED that the owner remembers me, my family and my daughter. She's absolutely amazing! I've been coming for years but only about twice a year because we live in California. Outside of the fantastic service, the Koshari is what keeps me coming back again and again. I always order it with a little extra sauce and onions. It's AMAZING, the ultimate in comfort food, and the type of comfort food that doesn't leave you with a belly ache afterward, you feel full, and ready to take on the rest of the day! If I was ever on the show, "The Best Thing I Ever Ate," this would be up there. I've had koshari from other restaurants, and it's NEVER as good as Hummus Cafe! PLUS the chicken is also phenomenal, this restaurant is a gem, it's a warm hug of deliciousness that never disappoints! Hummus Cafe is close to my in-law's home so it feels like a homecoming meal whenever I get a chance to order it, and I can't wait to do so on my next trip! read more

After looking at several other Greek places in the area, we chose this one because of good reviews, vegan menu options, and prices that were much lower than some other more pretentious looking options. We were very pleased at how great the food was - rather delicious and great portions. We shared the dolmithas and both had variations of the falafel plate. Additionally, it felt like a family business and the service was wonderful. They were fast and very friendly. I don't even want to try the other, more pricey places nearby. This was a great meal and we'll be back. read more

Discovered this place a month ago by chance and am I glad to have found it !. Its typical middle eastern comfort food and its delicious !. We had the chicken shawarma and the vegetarian plate (the falafel is the best I have ever had). The falafel is so fresh and tasty with the hummus being so creamy and the pitas soft as ever. My husband says the shawarma is very well done and spiced evenly and loves eating that flavor. Everything is fresh made to order. The service is courteous and warm, the couple are really friendly. The place is decorated with plants with seating for 4-5 groups. It is moderately priced and not hard on the wallet, definitely a usher-in for comfort food anyday. read more

Sweet mom and pop spot. Always delicious, fast service! We love the chicken sandwich, the gyro and the falafel!

When I paid my bill she charged our group for one entree we didn't order. Then the bill had service charged 3.5% probably for credit card and 20% dine in service charge. read more

Food was very good, well seasoned and authentic. Chicken shawarma was very flavorful and well seasoned. The falafel was some of the best I've ever had. I was visiting from out of town, and stopped by out of convenience not expecting much, but one of the best meals I had on my trip up here. Highly recommend. read more

I've driven past this place probably 50+ times and keep meaning to try it out. Well I finally did and my only regret is I didn't get in sooner. Service was very friendly. We were given plenty of recommendations as neither of us had been there. We ordered two different shawarma dishes and they were both great. The hummus is top notch. Reasonably priced. The only thing to be aware of is the space is very small. Like 4 tables small. Which is pretty common place in Seattle, but just be prepared to either wait or be OK getting it to go. read more

Hummus Cafe - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My rating system, -5 is the lowest, 0= neutral, +5 is the highest. Safety: +5, Cleanliness: +5, Food Quality: +3, Taste: +3.5, Decor: +5 live plants and art!, Selection: +5, Emotional Maturity: +5 Sound: +5 Egyptian TV with old movies!, Temperature: +3.5, Employees: +5, Bathrooms: +4 The owners were gracious, the server was very nice and it had a homey feel about the place. The falafel was excellent, best I have had. Hummus was very good, pita bread was warm and much better than average places, Turkish coffee was fun, my first. Rice was very tasty. The fries were very good and crispy. Chicken shawarma was lacking succulence and was dried out. Om Ali bread pudding desert was over the top fun, and very, very filling (miss this and you miss out on the most excitement). Strawberry drink was nice also. Salmon was excellent, which surprised me, however frozen salmon fares better than shawarma if the customers are few. TV has old Egyptian shows which is very ethic and interesting. People were mostly taking out food, and we were the only ones there late on a weekday afternoon. If you are on a budget or simply want to check them out, get a side order: $4 for 3 falafel balls is a filling meal. Spent $85, reduced with Groupon to $57, for 3 people. Overall, I would do this again, it was fun, different, the owner husband and wife were delightful, the server was quiet and gracious, and overall the food very good. I would do this again. read more

Worst customer service ever! Walked in to check out a menu and the lady behind the counter was so condescending when I asked a question. Is your food good enough to be rude to potential customers? I'll just stick with Turkish Delight in the Pike Place Market I guess. read more

Some of the worst food I have ever eaten. No flavor and items not as described on their website. The Dolmathes (6 pcs) were good and the fries weren't bad. The four other items I purchased were thrown away since, in my opinion, they were not edible. I tried calling them to let them know and the conversation, although they tried to help, was a trainwreck. I tried explaining that the eggplant, in the fried pickled eggplant sandwich, wasn't fried or pickled. Unfortunately, the lady I spoke with could not understand that statement and kept talking over me. Please don't waste your time and money. read more

I do not remember when I first walked in but I have been a regular customer ever since, Like many others. First the vibe from the owners which is vital to all restaurants: it is all about integrity, passion, dedication, community. The food is healthy and excellent. I stop by , stay for lunch or dinner, meet friends, order to go whenever I or my children yearn for a gyro. It has become a second home. Remember to support valuable and engaged businesses in your neighborhood. read more

I didn't get a picture of my food, but this is a very solid Greek place for a quick bite. They offer to-go and dine in options. On the back of the menu they have some combo plates, so my sister and I both got the chicken Gyro. It came with fries and a drink. I was pleasantly surprised that they seated us and actually came to our table to take our order. I thought we'd have to order at the counter & get up to grab our order but they brought it to the table. The food was very good, the pita was very soft and fluffy and the chicken had good seasoning. It was the perfect Greek place to pop in for a quick lunch. read more

The Hummus Cafe is such a Greenwood gem! My favorite order is their falafel combo. The pita is tender, the falafel is crisp and flavorful, and they include pickles that boost the flavor even more. Even in December the tomatoes are tasty, which is some kind of magic! Their fries are excellent and I crave them at least 3x week (crisp, but still taste like potato). This combo also comes with a drink - they have a refrigerated case where you can choose. read more

Meal: Dinner, eat in All Ratings out of 10: Quality of food: 9 Food to Spend Value: 9 Quality of Service: 8 Overall Rating: 9 I love trying new places, particularly when they are in a part of town I don't typically frequent for dinner. I was in the mood for something different and saw that Hummus Café had fabulous reviews. Mediterranean food sounded great, and the Egyptian label also was intriguing (and surprisingly a cuisine I had not yet tried), so a friend and I had to check it out. We started with the dolmathes, which for me is always a great litmus test for this type of cuisine. It came with 6 pieces and was served warm. They were quite delicious, with a great flavor and texture, and were on par with Caravan Kebab in Edmonds. I didn't want anything too heavy, so chose not to go for a kebab platter (though it was really hard not to!), but I also wanted to try something different than just a gyro (though that is what my friend got). I went with the Lamb Shawerma Sandwich and got it spicy. The sandwich was mouthwatering good! The lamb was so tender and juicy, and the array of veggies, fries, and sauce inside, combined with the spiciness, made for one delicious sandwich that didn't last very long. This was in no part due to its size, as it was a very good portion. The espousal of my hunger and its amazing flavor caused it to disappear quite quickly! I also got to taste the gyro, and it was quite scrumptious itself. The restaurant is quite small inside, but it has a nice cozy family atmosphere. It is run by a very sweet couple that were very nice and answered all my questions. The food came out very quickly and was hot and fresh, and the portion sizes were quite good. The sandwiches (and really most menu items) were not very expensive at all, which is amazing considering the quality and portion size. A bit of circumstantial chance led me to Hummus Café, but I can guarantee I will be returning! read more

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First time eating here for lunch. Quite disappointed. I asked for an order of eggplant that wasn't fried. I'm not a fan of fried food and the server stated there was a dish of baked eggplant that I could order. It turned out to be eggplant dip. Huh? Ok, if that's the only non fried eggplant so be it....but then the tabouli dish appeared and it was so salty it was utterly unappetizing. When I took it back to the owner and stated how salty it was....her return comment was "it's the lemon". I don't think so. And rather than offer to redo the dish...she was simply unpleasant. We walked out...still hungry we searched for a more accommodating place. read more

The gyro plate - with a side of tzatziki - is my go-to. Hummus Cafe is my favorite takeout in Seattle. Owner Nani is so nice when she answers the phone and almost always knows who we are just based on the order! read more

I went there ones, the owners are nice, the place was very hot and was not comfortable setting there and eating in the heat. The food was good. I had Lamb Kabob, there were very few pieces of meat only...... I think that there were around 5 small pieces so I did not worth ti to spend the money on such a dish. The Shawarma was good but there was very little amount of meat in the sandwich. I think that most people there were eating Gyro Sandwiches. I will stop by there if I was in the area but I will not go out of my way to eat there. read more

Hummus Cafe - Lamb Kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place was okay. I've driven past this restaurant all the time but never stopped by. I finally decided to come with a friend to try their food. I didn't come here with very high expectations because I didn't want to expect too much so I would be disappointed. However, while looking over the menu, the owner or staff came by to welcome and give some recommendations. He seriously pumped up his food so much that it set our expectations too high. He said that their eggplant and chicken was the best in the state of Washington and was really mouthwatering. According to him, the rice and fries are the best and that nothing beats their food. He also said that people drive from Tacoma (or somewhere far away) just to get their food. He said that you won't find Mediterranean food as good as you'll find here. With all that was said, the bar was set pretty high. I wouldn't say the food was the best that I ever had. The beef gyro meat was really good. It was very tasty. I got the chicken shwarma plate and the meat was a little on the dry side. I did like the spices mixed into the meat though. It made it taste really unique. The fries were okay but not very seasoned. The rice tasted like rice - nothing really that special that made the food memorable. After our meal, he asked if there were other restaurants in the city that could beat their's and in my head, I thought... "Mr. Gyros" but I didn't have the heart to pop his balloon that his food was the greatest ever. Instead, I said that their food was pretty good and smiled. Their food was pretty good but not the best that I've ever had. I appreciated his confidence and pride though. Just wished he kept all the to himself so he doesn't set the expectations of their food too high. read more

Go to this place and EAT LIKE AN EGYPTIAN. The food is just perfect, fresh and 100% egyptian! I ordered koshary! OMG it tasted like heaven. Loved every bite. My husband ordered the mix grill dish, he liked it so much! I ordered molokhia "green soup" it's a soup that's packed with vitamins and it's very nutritious, with white rice and grilled chicken for my 3 yr picky eater and guess what! he finished all his plate, YAAAY I am a happy mama now! Top that off with the very nice owners! They offered us complementary goodies! I am definitely going to Hummus Cafe again. read more

Hummus Cafe - Yummy koshary, the most famous egyptian dish, if you are vegetarian then this is the right meal for you! Love it! - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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This is place is amazing!!! Super nice people and their food is beyond great. I am speechless of how good it is. They have vegetarian options for non meat eaters. read more

Hummus Cafe - So good! One of my favorites! - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Delicious little cafe for Mediterranean food! I was really in the mood for a gyro and since it is not something I often get when a craving comes on for one it is pretty vicious! The place is pretty small and from the looks of it very popular. We got in and saw one little table that was empty and squeezed in. Steve and I each got gyros. I got fries and Steve got some appetizers. Everything was fantastic! The gyros were delicious as well as the appetizers. Everything was fresh and had a wonderful flavor to it. The staff was friendly and were really moving to keep up with all of the customers but we got served in a very reasonable amount of time. I am really looking forward to going back here! read more

Absolutely delicious! We had intended to go to a place across the street, but alas, they were not open. So, we poked around the area for a bit and settled on this stop. Glad we did! It as very yummy! The owners appeared to be who was working. I think that makes a huge difference in an experience. They obviously take pride in what they have and the care in which they serve you. The prices were reasonable, the atmosphere could have used a bit more love, but the flavors of the food made up for it. If I were a local, this place would be in my regular rotation. read more

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I have been here twice and will predict I will come way more. I really like the gyros here and think it will give Mr. Gyros a run for its money. Always fresh, delicious, flavorful, and large portions. These gyros are big! I came on a Friday and wanted the lentil soup. The lady who worked there said I needed to try the green soup instead. Well, she is the boss. It was really good and they only offer it on Fridays. Zipzap Zubidy Bop! read more

Hummus Cafe - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Hands down the best Egyptian and Middle Eastern food in town without a doubt. The service is always great, especially during COVID and the difficult times everyone is dealing with. Friendly family service and I have got to say, I am pretty impressed with their cleanliness and awareness when it comes to the whole staff wearing masks & keeping distance between customers. Also Nani is awesome and quite the character, so I enjoy chatting with her every time I go in. Falafels are on a different level and the moist, juicy Kofta always hits the spot especially with their hummus. Two Egyptian dishes that are a must is the savory Kushari, and the dessert that is Om Ali which is a joy to look forward to during winter. I go there at least once every fortnight and I am never disappointed. Highly recommend!!!!! read more

Tried this place and was not at all disappointed. The workers where friendly and quick plus the food was very good. Definitely going back!

Hummus Cafe is a lovely little cafe on the busy corner of 85th and Greenwood. I stopped in for dinner for the first time today and got a falafel combo. The food was hot and fresh and quite good. I found the staff very kind, and patient with the very rude couple who came in behind me. I will definitely be back. read more

Hummus Cafe - The falafel combo. - Mediterranean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The absolute best hummus and baba ganoush I have ever had. Amazing food, really sweet staff, I can not possibly recommend this place enough!

This is my third time at the Hummus Cafe. I came to leave a review because I've been impressed with their food every time. Granted, I've always gotten the same thing - the beef and lamb gyro plate with hummus and salad, but the fact that I keep coming back for that counts for something too. What I'm impressed with is how tasty and fresh this food has been every time and also the portion size. For me, I get a little over two meals out of their plate, for $16. The hummus is creamy and delicious. Plenty of pita. And the salad feels like a salad actually prepared, not from a bag. With shredded carrots (like from a actual shredder, not pre-bought thin slices), and the tomatoes actually have flavor. I got it to go, I waited less than 10 minutes. Customer service wise, it's been fine. If you're the type that's looking for super ultra friendly faces, might not be the place for you. They just seem straight forward and are approachable enough, which is just fine with me, esp since the food quality delivers! read more

Great spot for takeout! I always get the chicken kabob combo plate with rice or fries and hummus. Yum!

What a nice surprise from the Hummus Cafe! I was very skeptical on the Hummus Cafe to begin with! How can a small Mediterranean cafe received an average of 4.5 stars on yelp? But now I know why.... because they have THE BEST FALAFEL ever! I ordered the falafel plate dinner and I fell in lover with the falafel after my first bite. The deep fried ground chickpeas yummy balls were fried perfectly, it's very crispy outside but the inside is soft and full of favors. I believe they put extra parsley in the mixture and a sprinkle of sesame seeds on top also added a nice touch. The rest of the items were ok. I also tried the hummus, fries, rice, lamb kabobs, and salad. The fries were a little soggy and the salad was lack of dressing. However, this is a solid 4 star joint because of their falafels... this is a must stop and you won't regret it!!!! read more

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Ordered the kofta and it was dry and crumbly. Another disappointing thing about it was they use tortillas rather than a flatbread for their sandwiches. The owner thought I was stealing a drink even though I told him I paid for it and made me wait until he snapped at his wife to confirm if I had in fact bought a drink. She confirmed and he let me grab a drink. Overall bad service and bad food. Pretty disappointed too, given I'd heard good things from friends who ate here years ago. I'd be up to try it again if the service were better. read more

Best falafel in town! I won't even bother going anywhere else since this is at the intersection my life revolves around. Family owned, quick pick up/ service and friendly conversation every visit. read more

I tried liking this place. I love egyptian food and i had legit ones. Thats one of the perks i have of having an egyptian friend. It was her birthday and I decided to surprise her with egyptian food. The taste was really meh. Entire food was really dry. I had koushary, shawarma, falafel, and kofta. Nothing was really that good. I was super disappointed that this is only egyptian restaurant in seattle. I dont think i will be back. Plus, its family operated and they were not wearing masks throughout my stay there except when i was paying for the meals. read more

They are slightly pricier than competitors, but their falafels are worth it. Well seasoned and properly cooked.