We had the absolute pleasure of having Gorgeous George's cater our baby shower for 35 people, and…read morethey did an absolutely wonderful job! The food was AMAZING! Everything was delicious, fresh, and beautifully prepared. Our guests couldn't stop talking about how good the food was! They really went above and beyond by generously provided enough food for 50 people. That was such an incredibly thoughtful gesture and made our special day even more stress-free. From the quality and amount of food to their generosity, we couldn't have asked for a better catering experience. Thank you, Gorgeous George's, for helping make our baby shower so special! We will absolutely be recommending you to our friends, family, and community. We can not recommend them enough!

Every dish was delicious. We kept feeling happier and happier! I've traveled all over the Middle…read moreEast... Gorgeous George's is some of the best food I've ever tasted. George and his wife were warm and gracious, making us feel like family in minutes. We were melted by their hospitality. This was my first visit to Seattle... I will return to Gorgeous George's every time I'm in town.

The best food ever. Amazing Customer Service…read more Ten thumbs up. Thank you for everything.

Very delicious, simple, and authentic. I just wish they were…read morea little more generous with the portion sizes. The place is small, but honestly worth waiting for a spot. We got the rice pudding to go, and it was the best little treat to end our trip. Highly recommend for breakfast or brunch.

We came here around 8pm, and were greeted by a lovely host. Our server recommended a couple dishes…read moreto start off with, and we ordered a few drinks. The drinks were great and the ambiance was lovely, our party was sat at a large round table which really emphasized the family-style approach of this spot. My favourites of the night were the chicken, the cauliflower, and the dips! Unfortunately we were not informed that the kitchen was going to close about 20 minutes after we sat down. This meant that we weren't able to add more dishes, as what we had ordered wasn't enough for all of us to feel completely full. It was a solid spot with good vibes, but for the price point, I would hope that the service and communication would be more attentive.

I love Mamnoon's new Happy Hour! From 5:00 - 6:30 every evening you can pick from a smaller happy…read morehour menu at steep discounts. As always, they have excellent vegetarian and vegan options. The cocktails are unique. I recently enjoyed a cocktail with vodka, pineapple, passion fruit, and cinnamon simple syrup, with some kind of interesting dried leaves or seeds on the rim. Delicious!

We stopped in thinking we'd be grabbing a quick kabob, and it was certainly quick but WOW. I don't…read moreknow when I've had such good food. The meat was so tender you barely need a knife. The pitas may have been the best I've ever had - when you walk in, you can see the balls of dough resting by the oven, and they are so fresh when they come to the table that they're still fully inflated. Even the drinks are incredible- the kids ordered pineapple juice that tasted so fresh and even had pulp, and my husband ordered mint lemonade that was made with fresh ground mint and was so incredibly refreshing. I don't think there's a bad order here but be aware that the portions are huge. The prices are quite high - much more than we had expected when we walked in - but the quality absolutely matched the price so we didn't even mind. The decor is lovely, with lots of attention to detail, and huge windows with light streaming in. Finally, the service was fast and friendly. Our waitress knew the menu backwards and forwards and knew a lot about how the different items are made and what combinations taste good. So good. We'll be coming back!

Food here is amazing, I like how the entrees come with a side option making it more filling. The…read moredecor is nice, I like the pita & zaatar. Service was a bit on the slower side, but it was a busy night. I recommend the cheese fatayir and the knefeh dessert.

I have followed Yalla on Instagram for awhile. I love how the Owner Taylor often donates part of…read moreproceeds to a cause in need most recently to those struggling in Nepal. Which was part of the reason I visited a few weeks ago. I actually have been wanting to try Yalla for awhile, and just recently figured where it was located. A bit out of my way from work and home, but the day I decided to go was perfect. I was meeting friends at Sake Nomi which doesn't serve food so you're allowed to bring some in. I had two hours to waste so it gave me plenty of time to get up to Capitol Hill and back to Pioneer Square. Yalla is a walk up window with a bench outside to sit but I imagine most people take the food to go. I was sharing the food with five other people so the three mezze dips was the perfect option, I also added the special dip of the day that had 100% proceeds going to help those in Nepal. I also added one of the pressed Saj, the grilled Kefta a lot easier to share. One of my friends wanted the Lamb wrap so that was included in the order as well. Love how fresh the ingredients were. Each dip had distinctively different flavors and textures. Saj was included two different ways to enjoy with the mezze in its soft flatbread form and as a cracker perfect for dipping. My favorites were the Muhummara and the Nuraniye (Zuchinni Dip). I liked the tanginess of the Muhummara and the fresh lemon forward of the Nuraniye. The Kefta was delicious, I need to carry a knife for situations like this when sharing food we ended up ripping off pieces this came with Labneh. I definitely want to try a wrap next time and well their toum sauce. Service was friendly and helpful when I was explaining there was a group of us sharing the items.

Yalla is a walk up window slinging unbelievably delicious Palestinian food. I went on a gorgeous…read moreSaturday just after 12PM and there was no line, but it looked like they were packing some take out orders. The signature saj bread is cooked fresh on a hot stone and is almost like a Middle Eastern flour tortilla with the way it's super thin and satisfyingly chewy bite. The only seating options are a few large benches on the sidewalk, but there's a poster saying you're welcome to sit at the neighboring bar which opens in the late afternoon provided you purchase a drink as well. Ended up sampling 3 of their wrap options and the Zaatar Wrap was deliciously nutty and fragrant, but texturally there was so many herbs that the center ate a little dry. The Lahme Khuruf (Lamb) was my favorite by far with super juicy ground meat with some tang from the labneh, sweetness, freshness from the tomato, and texture from the pine nuts. Absolute home run on this one! The Awarma and Cheese was a close second, but personally, the flavor profile was just a little less interesting than the lamb. Tip: grab some extra napkins as the wraps can fall apart a bit at the end!

Pike Place Market is already a dangerous place to visit hungry, and Piroshky Piroshky makes that…read moreproblem considerably worse. I've been wanting to make a proper stop here, and we ended up walking away with three different piroshkies. The salmon and beef were easily the standouts. The smoked salmon was fantastic. Rich, savory, and exactly the sort of filling that makes sense wrapped in freshly baked pastry. The beef was equally satisfying, with plenty of flavor and that hearty, comforting quality you want from something like this. Both were worth the stop. We also tried one of the limited time dessert offerings, which was pretty forgettable by comparison. Not terrible, just decidedly mid, especially after how good the savory options were. Sometimes the classics are classics for a reason. There's something about grabbing freshly baked food from a place like this and eating it while wandering around Pike Place that makes the whole experience better. It's busy, a little chaotic, and very much part of the Seattle experience. Five stars for the salmon and beef alone. I'd happily come back and work my way through more of the savory menu, although I'll probably leave the dessert experiments to someone else next time.

A Russian bakery that's been around since 1992. It's a small shop and even with a long line its…read morevery efficient and the crowd moves quickly. I can't think of another place to get something like their Easter European turnovers. Fluffy and stuffed with different savory ingredients, the heavy use of butter often soaking the paper bag it comes in. You can watch the process from the windows on the side, the good thing is they are so popular your order is often freshly made because of the quick turnaround. Beef and Onion: Deliciously Seasoned Ground Beef Flavored with Onion, in a Flaky Puff Pastry Dough. Simplicity is the key to this traditional Piroshky. I wanted to go traditional and one bite of this reminded me of living in Seattle. Soft onion blended with steaming beef, delicious. Chicken Curry: Chicken, Curry & Rice Piroshky with a Subtle Yellow Curry Chicken with Rice, a hint of Cilantro & Red Pepper, wrapped in Puff Pastry. My wife wanted to try this since she loves curry pan and enjoyed this rendition. BBQ pork: Hickory smoked pork belly, tossed in a thick and flavorful BBQ sauce and wrapped dough, then baked to perfection. For the kids, they liked this since there were no onions.

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 Golden Olive is, so far, my favorite restaurant in Seattle. I am a home cook, it's hard to…read moreenjoy food in this city because I can usually make better at home, for less $. The Golden Olive (or what we affectionately call The G.O) is our most frequented restaurant. They have great hours, they have amazingly flavored and tender food, priced reasonably. Our go-to order is always a Gyro each and we share the Greek fries. The gyros are the perfect comfort food if you are someone who feels a little guilty eating something greasy. The Greek fries are just delicious and always served with plenty of sauce. If I made them at home I'd put maybe a bit more feta, but that is the only mark I'll make. The G.O. is fast and the service is helpful. Our favorite quick, comfort meal. Thanks G.O.!

I regularly visit this place for lunch and absolutely love the food. It has an authentic taste, and…read moreeverything I've tried has been delicious. Out of all the Mediterranean cuisine I've tried in Seattle, this one is my favorite. Recommend!

Traveling through and was hungry. Asked Google to find me something fresh, inexpensive and…read moredelicious. Google delivered up Ikonos and they very much delivered! I had the lunch specials which included a yummy gyro, fries and drink. If I lived closer, I would explore the entire menu. So yummy!

Wow, I should have eaten here sooner! I placed an order online to-go, it was hot and ready for when…read moreI picked it up. There is outside patio seating available, and some indoor seating but it is a pretty small building. The staff were friendly and quick with my order. The portions are solid here! My husband and I ordered the super gyro sandwich, one each, and shared a side of rice and a Greek salad. We both ate half our sandwich and saved the rest for lunch the next day. Everything was delicious and cooked well. I was impressed with the Greek salad to-go size, too! So many restaurants give a lame small portion for salad, but Ikonos hooked it up and it was definitely shareable. If we weren't already stuffed enough, we finished off dinner with baklava for dessert. One order comes with two pieces, just a perfect light sweet treat to end a meal. Make it a point to stop by if you're shopping in the grocery plaza, you won't be disappointed!

Delicious with big portions. We split a chicken schwarma salad and Greek garlic fries with fetaread more

Came here little past 8 to get a meal. Ordered the chicken shawarma bowl after looking at the menu…read more It's kinda confusing because what's the difference between the plate and the bowl? Anyways got home and was really happy with the portion size of the meal, but given how hungry I was, I would have thought the meal would have tasted better. I wouldn't say it was completely lacking in flavor, but dunno if I just got a bad bowl? I will say the price is really fair, but not sure it was really worth it from a taste perspective