I would say it's ok, 3.5 stars. The food is good, but not great. I enjoyed my dinner, but it wasn't anything to call home about. I think what it comes down to is that you're mostly paying for the location here, so set expectations accordingly. The day I went, it was pretty busy because a big work group showed up without a reservation. The wait staff did a great job managing everything despite the unanticipated chaos. I also appreciated the small patio dining area, which is somewhat uncommon in this part of town. read more

Made an appt to check this famous breakfast spot in Seattle- thankfully it was not too busy and we were seated right away. We got coffee (bottomless) and got 3 different breakfast menus to share (see photos). My favorite was eggs benedict but pancakes were fluffy/tasty as well. The potatos on the side was great. Server was very attentive to our party and ensured that everything is meeting our needs. Overall, solid breakfast spot to consider when you are in downtown! read more

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Went in on a weekend with a bunch of friends and tried a variety of different things on their menu. We got the mezze platter, chicken kebab, salmon kebab, roast chicken, mashed potatoes and summer squash. Also tried their stranger than figtion bourbon cocktail and their famous made to order doughnuts. My favorites were the dips that came with the mezze platter and the salmon kebab. I wish they would add a side of rice to their mains. The pita bread was a bit hard but was a welcome addition to the meal. Service was great and the ambiance was nice too, although a bit noisy. read more

Despite the high reviews and blog posts raving about this restaurant, my friends and I thought our meal here was average. the good: - service was fine as was the ambiance - Dolmades were very tasty as was the fresh pita - enjoyed the roasted mushrooms and duroc pork kebabs the meh: (both entrees) - disappointed with the hangar steak. thought it was rather bland. - the seafood tagine had perfectly cooked scallops but I had to spit out the un-fresh / bad mussel which were so bad I couldn't eat anymore And then water from the AC dripped on my husband. read more

Top notch service from our waiter, who (according to the hot goss) was snatched from another restaurant down the way. We sat at the front of the bar in the window seat with no reservation. Saw some families and kids in the main seating area -acceptable for all! Brutalists like us, Sesame Street viewers like them. Food was delicious and drinks yummy, although the price point is indeed high. Maybe not your nightly spot, but a fun treat downtown - and walking distance from the SIFF Cinema. read more

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The lamb kebabs are an absolute must have. Always consistent with their top notch quality. Tom Douglas strikes again with another winner. Downtown Seattle staple. read more

Lola - What a delight! - Greek Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I don't like giving out bad reviews but wasn't a huge fan of this place, would not go back or recommend. To preface however: my friends and I went for dinner and it looks like their brunch is more popular. I love greek food and don't mind paying more for nicer meals but I felt like the prices were inconsistent and inflated here. The lamb burger is around $25 and they ask what cheese you want - both people in my party chose one of the options which was a $2 upgrade which they didn't inform them of. The burger was standard, but at least it was decently sized and the best thing with it was the fries and tzatziki. The kebabs start at around $21 and they don't indicate that they are so small - 3 little sticks for the chicken skewer. My friend got an appetizer that was very small of the grape leaves which was tasty but not worth $16. This is definitely a pricey place that didn't make our party feel like we got our money's worth or justify spending more to try more dishes. Service was average, it was nice that they had lots of options for splitting checks. It was loud the whole time we were in there, pretty crowded and a little hard to hear each other, plus pretty dark. Overall would just go to Tanoor for good kebabs (even though slightly different cuisine) or Sahara Mediterranean for value and taste. read more

Amazing food and great service. We went for breakfast before our show at the Paramount. The staff were awesome and the tastes amazing. read more

Lola - French Toast - Greek Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Grand Greek spot near downtown Seattle. It's a very popular place for brunch on the weekends, but during the week, there was no wait at all or breakfast. You can set reservations on their website though through Open Table. We had to get the Octopus Hash which was so good! The rustic toast with homemade blueberry jam was a perfect light, yet flavorful meal. I would totally buy a jar of that jam! read more

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Such an incredible Mediterranean brunch spot! We were obsessed with the fluffy cinnamon sugar donuts and the flavorful and spicy sweet pepper shakshuka. Also enjoyed the elaborate morning espresso martini and grapefruit mimosa. Very busy on a Sunday morning but we called ahead to get a table. read more

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Delicious Greek food! We ordered the Lola spread for apps - highly recommend! An amazing mezza spread. We also got the fried squid and the batter was perfection. I ordered the seafood tagine and it was very flavorful. Plenty of clams and mussels and 2 scallops. Service was very attentive and helpful. The space is busy but it was a fun ambiance. Parking can be tricky. read more

Lola - Greek Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I can't forget how great this place is definitely a long standing business in Seattle while everybody else is dropping off. Came here for dinner with Hubby for birthday celebration The portions can be a little bit on the bigger side, but that's what to go boxed are forI recommend if you were in Seattle or local stop by and give your patronage to them. You won't be disappointed read more

We were glad we made reservations as nearly all the tables were full when we arrived. Our server was kind and the food was delivered to our table fairly quickly despite the crowds. The food was served hot and the roasted potatoes were so crunchy. The eggs Benedict were delicious and larger portioned than a lot of restaurants in the area which was refreshing. Tea and coffee were both served in pots which they left at our table and were also generous with. The whole space is lit up by the big windows and the tall ceilings help the space feel bigger. Not a great spot if you have a wheelchair, walker or other assistance device because there's not a lot of additional space and the walk ways between the tables is quite narrow. read more

Lola - Eggs Benedict - Greek Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Came in for lunch on a weekday. The bartender was really friendly and when I ordered an espresso martini, offered to make me one from scratch or serve me one they had premade from a tap. I had the one that was premade and it was actually really good! I also had a lamb burger which was cooked perfectly. To start, I had one of the dips with pita. It was a feta mixed dip and it was DELICIOUS. I highly recommend ordering it. The restaurant is a decent size and I sat at the bar. The vibe was pretty chill but with some good energy with people coming in and out. read more

We had a great experience. I believe our waiter was named Jason. The food was great and located adjacent to our hotel Ayres. What's great on a Friday night was putting our names down and going back in our room upstairs to wait the 20-30 minutes until our table was ready. My daughter didn't like the lamb burger because she was probably thinking it would taste the same as a cow. My other child thought the smashed potatoes would taste like the ones she had in Paris and wasn't obviously the same. My wife enjoyed Jackie's Greek Salad and Chicken kabobs. I thought the salad was better than in Greece. I loved the flavor of the tomatoes. My seafood Tangine was great. read more

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This spot really checked all the boxes for me. The cocktails were not only well-balanced, but crafted with just the right mix of creativity and flavor. We tried the West of Eden and the Stranger Than Fig-tion and both had that wow-factor taste. The food held its own right alongside the drinks. The hanger steak was a standout for me, with a smoky flavor that elevated it to more than just being another cut of beef on a plate. The halibut was equally good, and what sealed it for me was the hollandaise. It wasn't your standard butter-heavy version. This one had a lighter, more unique twist using egg whites. Ambience wise, it's casual but in that intentional, comfortable way that works whether you're planning a date night or catching up with a group of friends. Nothing feels stuffy here. You can settle in, enjoy yourself, and still feel like you're treating yourself to something a little special. Service tied everything together. The staff were attentive without hovering and friendly without being scripted and our server was very knowledgeable of the menu to help answer our questions. All in all, it's the kind of place that makes you want to stay and enjoy the atmosphere. read more

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Food was very yummy. I came for breakfast, and the octopus hash was refreshing with the fresh herbs. And the donuts were great with the blueberry compote and marscapone. I went to this place by recommendation, and I'm glad I did. A very memorable breakfast. read more

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Brunch is amazing here! Thought everything we had was delicious, friendly staff and overall great experience here. Will be coming back for sure! read more

Got here around 11:30am on a Thursday without a reservation. Tables were full, but there were open seats in the bar area. Service was good and attentive. The breakfast menu is available until 1:00pm, which wasn't clear on the menu. I got the Lola Breakfast - two eggs, smashed potatoes, choice of sausage or bacon. Eggs were cooked over-easy as ordered. Bacon was thick and chewy - taste is decent but I prefer crispy. The smashed potatoes were burnt / over-baked. Unfortunately, this meal was underwhelming and not worth the $25. read more

Lola - Lola Breakfast with bacon - Greek Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Lola is a staple - a restaurant that typically makes list after list of "must dine" restaurants as it should. Lola is great - I came here with my mother and cousin as they were visiting and they loved it here. The restaurant became a bit loud to easily hear my mother across the table and our waitress spoke very quietly, but those were the only two downsides. I ordered the shakshuka. I never had this dish before which is basically eggs poached in a tomato sauce with a bunch of other fresh ingredients such as sweet peppers. It looks like it wouldn't be filling, but found that it seemed endless. I swear I ate it with relish but found myself full before a sizable dent could be made. Everything was very good, very tasty. I am very happy I was able to bring my family here because they were able to experience something new and definitely tasty! read more

Lola - Shakshuka - Greek Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Saw Giada de Laurentis ate their made to order Doughnuts in food network show. So I gotta try this. It's in downtown Seattle, Belltown, by Warwick Hotel. Parking: pay street parking, or you can pay park in hotel parking or any surrounding area. We ate fast, so we only pay $2 for street parking. We arrived at 10ish for breakfast. The place is half full. We seated right away. They have breakfast menu from 7am-1pm, lunch from 11am. We ordred: Octopus Hash Sweet pepper Shakshuka Made to order Doughnuts Coffee with oatmik They're deliciuos!! The octopus is soft. The taste is to perfection. I love it! Restroom requires code. It posted by the door. Our server is very nice. The place is good. read more

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Highlight 1 Checking in with my reservation... No one was at the stand. Host arrived but her mobile phone was ringing. She looked past me to picked up her mobile phone call. She finished her call and check me in. Really? TD's Customer service quality? Highlight 2 Ordered donut with coffee to start Donuts arrived but no coffee... I requested for my coffee. I waited and waited and had to follow up again... come on Highlight 3 Ordered brunch Finished donuts with small plates Waitress arrived with our orders in her hands... she paused and looked at our table... the used small plates are in front of us. She paused and signaled for us to moved the used plates for her to put down the entrees. After that, she came back once before billing. I mean... Lola may not be the fine dine of TD's but... what's up with this kind of customer service plus an automated 20% tipping. Food is good as usual. Please do your part to back up what you required the customers to paid additionally (not for service like above.) read more

Lola - Greek Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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It's not bad, but like dAMN that shitsexpensive. I liked the waitstaff a lot, they are all very uh like unique individuals yknow. The donuts are fun, they give u jam and it's like eating waffles. The lamb flatbread was really good but pricy and small. It's just too expensive for what it is but it's not bad food. read more

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Greek brunch? I have never had that before so of course I had to try on my Seattle trip! I had made reservations prior to save time and I was seated immediately when I arrived. The restaurant is really big and it was already half filled at 10:30 am. While more people kept coming in, the louder it got inside but it was still manageable where you could hear your own conversations at the table. I ordered their Shakshuka and it was magnificent omg my mouth melted as I took the first bite with their buttered toasted sourdough. The roasted tomatoes and spices in this dish was so addicting that I wanted to devour this entire plate. The portion was perfect for one person but honestly you can share it or do family style to try other things too. I was only able to finish half and togo the rest for a light snack later. Love this restaurant and I would recommend this to anyone visiting Seattle wanting a nice hearty breakfast! read more

Lola - Greek Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We went to LOLA last week and enjoyed it! It started off really well, with the salads (Greek salad for me, beet salad for my wife) and the six dips with pita. Those were all delicious!! We also shared the grilled octopus and I got the Greek spaghetti, which were both only okay in our opinion. The octopus (maybe it was squid - I don't absolutely recall) was a bit chewy and bland. The Greek spaghetti was drier than I would have liked and was mostly just feta, basil and cinnamon (maybe allspice) and if that's all it normally is, then that's great, it just wasn't my favorite. My wife had been about 15 years ago and remembered loving it, so she was happy to be able to take me there, and I'm happy to have experienced it with her. I would definitely get the pita and dips again & wspexialt loved the tzatziki, feta and bleu cheese, cauliflower and anchovy (and I don't like anchovy normally). I didn't love the red pepper one, as it just reminded me of salsa, or the Kalamata olive one, as there was just so much olive happening in most of the dishes we chose, but to be fair, my wife loved both. I'm not going to lie, I don't remember what the 6th one was but I did like it. We skipped dessert because we were too full (we definitely had leftovers to bring back to the hotel) but overall I would go again, even if just for the salad, dips, and a glass of wine. read more

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I love the dip combination but $34. The red pepper dip, tzatziki, tapenade and other white dip with perfect pitas are a must have. Dining room was stylish. Prices were a little bit on the high side. The donuts served with very compote and whipped cream were very delicious though. I like the coconut cream pie with the chewy roasted coconut.chicken skewers were ok. Noodles not good read more

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Lola's Mediterranean nails the look--with a stunning bar setup and cocktails that hit the sweet spot. Their octopus breakfast still reigns supreme: perfectly poached egg, tender tentacles, and that dreamy Dahlia Bakery blueberry jam on buttery toast set the bar sky‑high. Dinner, though? The lamb burger was a letdown--dry patty, generic bun, and fries so soggy they might as well have melted. Mamnoon Street's old version was better (RIP), and today Toulouse Petit Kitchen or Nirmal's own the crown. The "artisan" dips barely register, and the hefty bill leaves you wondering why you didn't just grab a gyro. Moral of the story: come for the breakfast, maybe try the kabobs, but give the burger a hard pass. read more

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I came to Lola for the first time about five years ago. I remember the made to order donuts being the best thing that had ever reached my lips, but specifically the vanilla mascarpone cream that came with it. I was hyping it up to my best friend and I so did not want her to be disappointed. Spoiler, she wasn't. They were just as amazing as I remembered. My friend ordered the scramble and it was delicious. I ordered the shakshuka and was obsessed with the cilantro drizzle they put on there. I can't believe it has taken me so long to come back. Only a couple of small negatives. It took a while for someone to notice us standing at the front, and I ordered an Americano and it was very disappointingly burnt tasting. read more

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Lola produced the best tzatziki I've ever had. Fresh and bright and punchy in a way that's so rich you think you don't want another bite, before your tastebuds settle down and you go for another scoop. It was so good it made me write this review even though I knew I'd have to look up how to spell tzatziki. My one fine tune would be the fig and halloumi kebabs. I love halloumi and they provide so much fig the cheese itself felt overshadowed. But this won't stop me from returning and bringing friends. read more

This is a TOP NOTCH Seattle restaurant. Do yourself a favor and come here. Amazing service. The detail in every dish is unrivaled. You just gotta get the chicken on the bone. Seriously this is our favorite spot yet in the city. read more

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My dining experience at Lola has fallen short of expectations. Our server didn't check back on our table after food was served. Regarding food, we ordered the smoky eggplant spread, lamb kabob, chicken kabob, and citrus salad - but none delivered the exceptional quality that would justify the restaurant's reputation and price point. In my opinion, this place is overrated. read more

Lola - Inside - Greek Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I'm not used to Seattle restaurant prices, so I was hesitant to have lunch here with my wife and two kids when I saw the menu prices. Man, I'm so glad my wife encouraged going ahead and having lunch here. This was the best meal I've had in awhile. I had the lamb burger, medium well, and it was outstanding--much better than any beef burger I've had in a long time. The fries were also lovely--crispy and well-salted. We ordered the pita with all six spreads, and that was a great choice. I was amazed at the variety and quality of flavors, especially the olive and fig. The service was excellent, and I appreciated the wait staff's willingness to reseat us away from the front door. It was pleasantly busy at lunchtime, a sign that we're by far not the only ones who know what a great meal this place serves. read more

We had to stop by after seeing Lola on a food network show and try the donuts! We also had tzatziki and pita, which was amazing read more

Lola - Made To Order Doughnuts Tzatziki- Cucumber Yogurt - Greek Near Me - Seattle, Washington

**overall 4.5 stars** This place is great - came here on a Wednesday for an early lunch(?) -brunch or late breakfast and enjoyed the meal. Can't really tell if this is more of a cafe/breakfast/ dinner spot but nonetheless it had great food although a tad pricey . Would come back. Food 4.25 stars out of 5 Octopus hash: I requested an over easy egg instead of a poached egg but it ended up closer to a medium egg (slight jammy yolk but no runniness). Every part of this dish was great. The crunchy snap peas acted as a nice contrast to the chewy octopus. I loved the char on the octopus. The corn went really well with the greens and overall the combination of ingredients went great together. My only nitpick was the Dijon mustard(?) aioli was a bit too heavy handed. I think it was placed too heavily on 1 side of the plate so part of the meal felt like it had a little too much sauce. Shakshuka: My partner got it and said it better than the Shakshuka she got earlier in the week from a larger Seattle brunch spot. I tried it myself and can confirm this is a great dish that has a lot of spices and complex flavorings. The hidden poached eggs in the middle with runny egg yolks elevates the dish. The buttered/oiled sourdough bread acts as a great spoon to soak everything up. Service : 4/5 Standard cafe service, the waitress was nice and would check in on us every once in a while. Nothing outstanding but no issues. Venue: 4/5 The restaurant had standard booth seating and was clean. It's hard to describe but the place felt like an elevated cafe. read more

Lola - Roasted Sweet Red Pepper Shakshuka - Greek Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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This has been bookmarked for a while now and the timing was finally right. Spoiler alert - shouldn't have waited this long! Nice interior with cozy booths and bar side seating. Our server, Oz, greatly enhanced our dining experience. Friendly, professional, amusing, and very knowledgeable about the menu, ingredients, and the Tom Douglas restaurants and their culture. We were hungry and wanted to try a variety of items. Oz was a great guide. At his suggestion, we ordered the beef short ribs (Brizola) and the Manti (lamb filled dumplings). The breakdown... - Retsina (Greek wine). Not as resinous as I've had, but nicely chilled and good flavor. 3/5 - Fried squid. Light crunch due to chickpea flour and tender rings of squid. The accompanying chermoula (pesto) was fresh r a light kick. 4/5 - Halloumi and fig kebab. Good flavor combo, served on a bed of onions on a sizzling iron plate. The dish was a tad over cooked (esp the meat onions). 3/5 - Brussel sprouts. Nicely roasted with candied walnuts and sprinkle of Parmesan. None of to r ubiquitous balsamic drizzle here. Huge portion and tasty. 4/5 - Manti (lamb dumplings). Oz told us that everyone who ordered this dish just loved it. Absolutely- we would have licked the plate if we weren't in public. Delicious, delicate seasoned filling and great, chewy pasta. 6/5. No kidding. - Brizola (beef short ribs). The evening special; thé beef was well cut and well marinated. Tasty, just a tad overlooked. 3/5 Presentation of each dish was lovely, and it was certainly a sufficient amount of food. There are so many tempting dishes to try. The cocktails also look intriguing. I'll be back... read more

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We finally made it to brunch here, definitely need a reservation to get a table on Sunday for brunch. We were seated immediately and loved our table by the window. We got drinks and doughnuts to start. The doughnuts were amazing, loved the hot chocolate. We got a Lola breakfast, Como French Toast, Eggs Benedict, and Washington Chicken Kebab. We loved all the items we got, the Chicken kebabs were good, French Toast was great, these were some of the best Eggs Benedict I have had. read more

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So yummy!! Lola's was on my list of restaurants to try in Seattle. Donuts were bomb, as was the sweet pepper shakshuka and octopus hash. We were visiting from out of town, otherwise I'd be spending all my money here on weekend brunch! read more

loved the eggs beny - one of the best ive had in the area! lovely hollandaise and the egg was poached to perfection. have to get the donuts as well theyre made fresh and i love the jam and cream they give you. super cute inside and has upscale brunch vibes. we got seated quickly and they were super sweet. as a brunch connoisseur i would recommend this place for a belltown brunch spot!! read more

Lola - Eggs Benedict and Made To Order Doughnuts and Two eggs any style - Greek Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This is a Seattle classic, known for brunch with Greek flavors. We made reservations a few days ahead for Sunday brunch just in case, for 12:15pm, and were seated around that time. First issue is they seated us right near the entrance where there is a lot of foot traffic and people hanging around the table, which made the dining experience not as ideal. We shared the following dishes: made to order doughnuts, sweet pepper shakshuka, eggs benedict, and octopus hash. The donuts were served with their vanilla mascarpone which was fairly creamy, and a berry compote. The donuts are more like beignets, and $13 for 6 pieces is a bit steep, given that 3 of them were pretty tiny pieces (as compared to other pictures). That is the second issue. The shakshuka had a nice balance of sweet and tangy, to whet the appetite, and the eggs are perfectly runny. The toast was okay as it was a little hard and burnt. The eggs benedict is surprisingly mediocre, given that it is one of the most popular dishes here. The English muffin is a bit burnt, and the poached eggs were not even runny at all as they overcooked them. The ham felt like cold cut ham, which is a bit unacceptable for $24. That is the third issue. They do have the garlic smashed potatoes served alongside, but this is carbs upon carbs but the potatoes were good, could be more flavorful given the description. The octopus hash was really good. However, it is one of the most expensive items on the menu at $26, but they do give a good amount of octopus. The combination of bacon, potato, fennel, etc make this a very flavorful and substantial dish. I wished we didn't get the eggs benedict. Service was fine but could have been a bit better given it is a more American type of brunch. We had to ask for water refills, but they at least gave new plates for sharing, after we ate the donuts. This was honestly a pretty disappointing brunch, especially given it is a popular spot. read more

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Why are these tiny donuts so darn good?!?! But also why they gotta be $14?! Ugh, they are very addicting and the portion size makes you crave more. Ours came with blueberry compote (not too sweet) and mascarpone cream. So yums! Service was friendly and the environment was low lit and warm on a cold winter day in Seattle! read more

Lola - Quite addictive donuts - Greek Near Me - Seattle, Washington