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Got the sabish because it was recommended as one of the authentic dishes for lunch. The eggplant and fingerling potatoes were well cooked. Really liked the mango dipping sauce and the tahini based sauce. Came with about 2 to 3 hard boiled eggs with sliced cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes. Service was friendly and quick. Ambiance was open and light. Had many seats. Only street parking.
I was in Olympia for a work training and was browsing Yelp for the best spots. Nineveh was highly rated by many and immediately intrigued me. My husband and I went on a Thursday evening around 6pm and it was already packed! The host was still able to seat us right away. We wanted to try everything but settled for the roasted carrots and Za'atar & cheese flatbread for appetizers. The carrots were absolutely incredible. For entrees I ordered the Duck confit biryani on recommendation from our waiter, and my husband who is vegetarian ordered the Ful medammes. We both really enjoyed the flavors of the meal and were very full after. Nineveh is definitely a place we will be coming back to and will recommend to family and friends!
We went here around 5pm on a Saturday and we didn't need to wait for a table, but we took one of the last few tables as the wait can be 30-40+ minutes if you go after 5:30pm. There are not many restaurants that stood out when we were searching around Olympia, but this was one of the few, so it made sense. We got the Tlokheh, pomegranate chicken wings, duck confit biryani, and tahini pie slice. For cocktail, I tried the Tooyta D'Ishtar which has arak, so it was a fairly herbal drink with a bit of strawberry touch. Tlokheh is a red lentil soup with flatbread which has a bit of extra flavoring with onions and other add-ons, so it was not one dimensional. The flatbread was soft and chewy. Pomegranate chicken wings were well recommended. It is a bit on the cooked side but the chicken is still juicy and flavorful. I love the sauce as it had a bit of sweet and sour to it. Duck confit biryani is decent but a bit pricy. The duck is fall off the bone texture while the rice can be a bit more flavorful and of larger quantity Tahini pie was very rich and a bit nutty, with just the right amount of sweetness. Service is good as the server checked up on us a few times and fulfilled requests in a timely manner. I wished we were seated a bit further from the entrance as the cold breeze can make it quite chilly, but otherwise the dining experience is solid.
We have been looking forward to trying Ninevah Assyrian for quite a while. Between the great reviews and some coworkers who fawn over it. Maybe this just made the expectations a little high. We were a walk-in on a Saturday night around 6:00. We were told it would be about a 25 minute wait, and we put our name on the list. We didn't really pay a lot of attention to the time as we popped into the few shops in the area that are open at that time. An amount of time I would deem "reasonably close" to the predicted 25-minute wait time passed and we received a text at 6:26. By then we had already returned to the restaurant, so we popped right in when the text arrived. So far, so good. We were seated at the table second-closest to the door. This is unfortunate; it was around freezing outside, so we were blasted every time the door opened. We knew that was a possibility when we saw the layout. So unpleasant, but not a surprise and no one's fault. Just something to be aware of if you go. So we were seated right after that 6:26 text. A minute or two later, a couple was seated at the table next to us. They were greeted and served first. Normally I wouldn't complain about that at all since they were seated relatively soon after us, but in this case it was a sign of things to come. When we were greeted, the server took our drink order (my wife got a glass of wine, I stuck with water). The couple got their drink order. We waited. Finally, half an hour after being seated and twenty minutes after ordering, the glass of wine arrived. (Those table ready texts are helpful so I can really, really tell how slow service is instead of going by vibes.) When the wine finally arrived, the server mumbled an apology about the wait and took our appetizer order. The wine glass, for its part, had water and wine drops and dribbles on the outside, enough that my wife had to wipe down the glass with the napkin. Ew. Our halloumi appetizer came out and while the flavor was okay, it was just a hair over room temp and the texture had firmed up quite a bit. To be fair, maybe this is how it's supposed to be, but when I've had grilled halloumi in the past, it was right off the grill and still had that very soft but not melty texture. This was that squeaky-teeth texture that I don't love. Again, maybe I've been spoiled with hot halloumi, but I much preferred it that way. The fried arugula and the butternut puree that came with the halloumi were okay but we found them a little boring and they didn't add much to the dish. We ordered entrees, she the duck biriyani, I the 8oz beef tenderloin skewers. The skewers were cooked perfectly and well seasoned, and the meat was melt-in-your-mouth tender. It was served with an arugula and herb salad and some fresh pickled vegetables, both of which were light and fresh and tasty. The duck in the biriyani was rich and unctuous, like duck should be, but we both thought the pomegranate glaze was overpowered by the meat, and ended up a little too subtle. The rice was okay, but JUST okay. I'm used to biriyani that explodes in flavor, and this was aromatic and nutty, but again, we found it a little subtle. That all said, though, the main criticism, the loss of stars was the service. Just not there. Besides the very delayed/messy wine, our server was inattentive and unhelpful (on her), and seemed overloaded with tables (on the business). Waiting for wine, waiting to order, waiting for food, waiting to get checked on. When the water for the table ran out (it's all I was drinking), our server took the bottle but didn't return with another one. I did notice the table next to us got theirs replaced. Again, not in itself a huge deal, but it just added to our feeling forgotten. "How are you doing this evening? Have you dined with us before? Do you have any questions about the menu? How is everything tasting? I completely forgot to grab your wine, I am so sorry, that's on me. Any plans for the rest of the evening?" Just some cordiality would have made a positive difference. We'll be trying the food truck in the future, but between the so-so food (on average) and less than so-so service, we do not feel compelled to return to the brick-and-mortar.
When I was visiting Olympia, my friends introduced me to this incredible, cute gem -- and I'm so glad they did! We arrived just before they opened at 10 AM on a Saturday, and soon after, the restaurant was absolutely packed. It's easy to see why. The menu offers a unique and exciting Mediterranean / New American fusion concept that truly makes you want to try everything. The dishes we ordered were so flavorful and delicious. The interior is just as charming: it has a cute, teal-color-themed atmosphere that feels welcoming and modern. The staff was also very friendly and helpful. This place is absolutely a must-visit destination if you are in the area!
We went bc it had a 4.9 Yelp review. The food and service were great! Super friendly staff. Restaurant is pretty small, not a huge amount of seating.
Nineveh Assyrian is sooooo yummy!!! My husband and I ate here for the first time and were not disappointed. We had their trio of dips, with pita, beet feta, a bowl of lentil soup and shared a cauliflower wrap, we walked out stuffed and didn't finish the wrap. We will definitely be back to try some new things. We drove 40 minutes to eat here, so you know if I'm loving it, it was delicious. Do yourself a favor and give Nineveh Assyrian a try.
We went in Sunday, and were offered seats in the back for a Jazz brunch! The store front is unassuming, but it's much bigger in there and you could bring a group. Loved the music and the decor. We had very nice cocktails and the food was outstanding. Service was excellent. I'm hoping to go back soon, and often.
There is not anything about Nineveh Assyrian that merits less than 5 stars! We came for the food & drink - and it did not disappoint! We started with some delicious cocktails off of their extensive menu of cocktails, beer, cider, wine, and Araks (distilled spirits made from anise). Hubby had the Sumac Goldrush (yummy ginger aftertaste) and I had the Saz-Arak, a perfect whiskey cocktail. We decided to share our food orders - the amazing wings in a sticky pomegranate molasses glaze. The 4 wings are served whole and they are huge. The drummette section was the size of a leg! These were addicting! Our entree was the evening's special braised lamb shank. It was large, meaty, and tender on a bed of rice with fava beans and pickled veggies. Although we enjoyed it very much, the lamb could have used more seasoning. There are so many wonderful items on the menu, we will have to sample our way through them all! We had to share an order of the unique and tasty tahini pie - it was like nothing I've ever tasted and we enjoyed it! We arrived at the peak of the dinner hours and were quickly seated at the last open two-top in the dining room. They also have seating in the lounge. The vibe was energetic and the first thing we noticed was the amazing aroma. Service was friendly and efficient. Our server answered our questions and explained some of the menu items we were not familiar with. The wait time was very reasonable - especially for a busy Saturday night. We just found what may be the best Middle Eastern restaurant in Oly!
Went to this lovely Assyrian restaurant tonight. Nineveh has had a food truck and catering for a long time, but their brick and mortar restaurant is pretty new. There is a dining room and a lounge in the back. If you are in Olympia you should definitely check it out. All of the food and cocktails were delicious. Can't wait to go back and try more things. We shared the seared scallops, shrimp schwarma, lakhma and dip, and bademjan. I had the MT Ararat cocktail. We finished with the tahini and lemon pie slices. The service was very good as well. The one thing I wish they would do is add some acoustic panels to the ceiling and walls to absorb some of noise. It was very hard to hear the person across from in the Lounge.
4 months ago
Tahini pie was really tasty Service is attentive Ambiance is comfortable Maybe over priced read more
13 days ago
We had dinner at Nineveh recently and loved it. We got Chicken wings, Qarnabeet and Lakhma with 2 dips - cucumber yogurt a d hummus. We loved the Chicken wings, delicious and unique, very different from the usual wings. Our first time trying Lakhma, we liked it a lot. Both the dips were good, we loved the cucumber yogurt the best. The Qarnabeet was good. read more
Had some great Persian food and could not shake my hankering for the lamb chops I didn't order there. I'm so glad I found this place. I was able to satisfy my craving for those, but started a new one for kebabs. Lol This is a cozy restaurant that is clean with a great staff. Everyone was friendly with us and they were very attentive as well. I got a few things that I enjoyed, and what other diners had on their plates looked good as well. The pomegranate glazed wings were great, the dolmas were much different than the cold mushy ones I've had before. These dolmas were filled with fresh and warm rice that wasn't soggy, and my favorite part was, they weren't cold. My lamb chops were delish, although I prob could do without the purée. The chicken and rice dish was good, and the tahini cheesecake took me a couple bites to figure it out, but I did decide that I liked it! My only regret during this visit was not getting any kebabs. Next time I'll have to skip dessert and replace the dessert calories for kebab calories. read more
Got the sabish because it was recommended as one of the authentic dishes for lunch. The eggplant and fingerling potatoes were well cooked. Really liked the mango dipping sauce and the tahini based sauce. Came with about 2 to 3 hard boiled eggs with sliced cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes. Service was friendly and quick. Ambiance was open and light. Had many seats. Only street parking. read more
I was in Olympia for a work training and was browsing Yelp for the best spots. Nineveh was highly rated by many and immediately intrigued me. My husband and I went on a Thursday evening around 6pm and it was already packed! The host was still able to seat us right away. We wanted to try everything but settled for the roasted carrots and Za'atar & cheese flatbread for appetizers. The carrots were absolutely incredible. For entrees I ordered the Duck confit biryani on recommendation from our waiter, and my husband who is vegetarian ordered the Ful medammes. We both really enjoyed the flavors of the meal and were very full after. Nineveh is definitely a place we will be coming back to and will recommend to family and friends! read more
We went here around 5pm on a Saturday and we didn't need to wait for a table, but we took one of the last few tables as the wait can be 30-40+ minutes if you go after 5:30pm. There are not many restaurants that stood out when we were searching around Olympia, but this was one of the few, so it made sense. We got the Tlokheh, pomegranate chicken wings, duck confit biryani, and tahini pie slice. For cocktail, I tried the Tooyta D'Ishtar which has arak, so it was a fairly herbal drink with a bit of strawberry touch. Tlokheh is a red lentil soup with flatbread which has a bit of extra flavoring with onions and other add-ons, so it was not one dimensional. The flatbread was soft and chewy. Pomegranate chicken wings were well recommended. It is a bit on the cooked side but the chicken is still juicy and flavorful. I love the sauce as it had a bit of sweet and sour to it. Duck confit biryani is decent but a bit pricy. The duck is fall off the bone texture while the rice can be a bit more flavorful and of larger quantity Tahini pie was very rich and a bit nutty, with just the right amount of sweetness. Service is good as the server checked up on us a few times and fulfilled requests in a timely manner. I wished we were seated a bit further from the entrance as the cold breeze can make it quite chilly, but otherwise the dining experience is solid. read more
We have been looking forward to trying Ninevah Assyrian for quite a while. Between the great reviews and some coworkers who fawn over it. Maybe this just made the expectations a little high. We were a walk-in on a Saturday night around 6:00. We were told it would be about a 25 minute wait, and we put our name on the list. We didn't really pay a lot of attention to the time as we popped into the few shops in the area that are open at that time. An amount of time I would deem "reasonably close" to the predicted 25-minute wait time passed and we received a text at 6:26. By then we had already returned to the restaurant, so we popped right in when the text arrived. So far, so good. We were seated at the table second-closest to the door. This is unfortunate; it was around freezing outside, so we were blasted every time the door opened. We knew that was a possibility when we saw the layout. So unpleasant, but not a surprise and no one's fault. Just something to be aware of if you go. So we were seated right after that 6:26 text. A minute or two later, a couple was seated at the table next to us. They were greeted and served first. Normally I wouldn't complain about that at all since they were seated relatively soon after us, but in this case it was a sign of things to come. When we were greeted, the server took our drink order (my wife got a glass of wine, I stuck with water). The couple got their drink order. We waited. Finally, half an hour after being seated and twenty minutes after ordering, the glass of wine arrived. (Those table ready texts are helpful so I can really, really tell how slow service is instead of going by vibes.) When the wine finally arrived, the server mumbled an apology about the wait and took our appetizer order. The wine glass, for its part, had water and wine drops and dribbles on the outside, enough that my wife had to wipe down the glass with the napkin. Ew. Our halloumi appetizer came out and while the flavor was okay, it was just a hair over room temp and the texture had firmed up quite a bit. To be fair, maybe this is how it's supposed to be, but when I've had grilled halloumi in the past, it was right off the grill and still had that very soft but not melty texture. This was that squeaky-teeth texture that I don't love. Again, maybe I've been spoiled with hot halloumi, but I much preferred it that way. The fried arugula and the butternut puree that came with the halloumi were okay but we found them a little boring and they didn't add much to the dish. We ordered entrees, she the duck biriyani, I the 8oz beef tenderloin skewers. The skewers were cooked perfectly and well seasoned, and the meat was melt-in-your-mouth tender. It was served with an arugula and herb salad and some fresh pickled vegetables, both of which were light and fresh and tasty. The duck in the biriyani was rich and unctuous, like duck should be, but we both thought the pomegranate glaze was overpowered by the meat, and ended up a little too subtle. The rice was okay, but JUST okay. I'm used to biriyani that explodes in flavor, and this was aromatic and nutty, but again, we found it a little subtle. That all said, though, the main criticism, the loss of stars was the service. Just not there. Besides the very delayed/messy wine, our server was inattentive and unhelpful (on her), and seemed overloaded with tables (on the business). Waiting for wine, waiting to order, waiting for food, waiting to get checked on. When the water for the table ran out (it's all I was drinking), our server took the bottle but didn't return with another one. I did notice the table next to us got theirs replaced. Again, not in itself a huge deal, but it just added to our feeling forgotten. "How are you doing this evening? Have you dined with us before? Do you have any questions about the menu? How is everything tasting? I completely forgot to grab your wine, I am so sorry, that's on me. Any plans for the rest of the evening?" Just some cordiality would have made a positive difference. We'll be trying the food truck in the future, but between the so-so food (on average) and less than so-so service, we do not feel compelled to return to the brick-and-mortar. read more
3 months ago
When I was visiting Olympia, my friends introduced me to this incredible, cute gem -- and I'm so glad they did! We arrived just before they opened at 10 AM on a Saturday, and soon after, the restaurant was absolutely packed. It's easy to see why. The menu offers a unique and exciting Mediterranean / New American fusion concept that truly makes you want to try everything. The dishes we ordered were so flavorful and delicious. The interior is just as charming: it has a cute, teal-color-themed atmosphere that feels welcoming and modern. The staff was also very friendly and helpful. This place is absolutely a must-visit destination if you are in the area! read more
9 months ago
We went bc it had a 4.9 Yelp review. The food and service were great! Super friendly staff. Restaurant is pretty small, not a huge amount of seating. read more
9 months ago
Nineveh Assyrian is sooooo yummy!!! My husband and I ate here for the first time and were not disappointed. We had their trio of dips, with pita, beet feta, a bowl of lentil soup and shared a cauliflower wrap, we walked out stuffed and didn't finish the wrap. We will definitely be back to try some new things. We drove 40 minutes to eat here, so you know if I'm loving it, it was delicious. Do yourself a favor and give Nineveh Assyrian a try. read more
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We went in Sunday, and were offered seats in the back for a Jazz brunch! The store front is unassuming, but it's much bigger in there and you could bring a group. Loved the music and the decor. We had very nice cocktails and the food was outstanding. Service was excellent. I'm hoping to go back soon, and often. read more
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There is not anything about Nineveh Assyrian that merits less than 5 stars! We came for the food & drink - and it did not disappoint! We started with some delicious cocktails off of their extensive menu of cocktails, beer, cider, wine, and Araks (distilled spirits made from anise). Hubby had the Sumac Goldrush (yummy ginger aftertaste) and I had the Saz-Arak, a perfect whiskey cocktail. We decided to share our food orders - the amazing wings in a sticky pomegranate molasses glaze. The 4 wings are served whole and they are huge. The drummette section was the size of a leg! These were addicting! Our entree was the evening's special braised lamb shank. It was large, meaty, and tender on a bed of rice with fava beans and pickled veggies. Although we enjoyed it very much, the lamb could have used more seasoning. There are so many wonderful items on the menu, we will have to sample our way through them all! We had to share an order of the unique and tasty tahini pie - it was like nothing I've ever tasted and we enjoyed it! We arrived at the peak of the dinner hours and were quickly seated at the last open two-top in the dining room. They also have seating in the lounge. The vibe was energetic and the first thing we noticed was the amazing aroma. Service was friendly and efficient. Our server answered our questions and explained some of the menu items we were not familiar with. The wait time was very reasonable - especially for a busy Saturday night. We just found what may be the best Middle Eastern restaurant in Oly! read more
Went to this lovely Assyrian restaurant tonight. Nineveh has had a food truck and catering for a long time, but their brick and mortar restaurant is pretty new. There is a dining room and a lounge in the back. If you are in Olympia you should definitely check it out. All of the food and cocktails were delicious. Can't wait to go back and try more things. We shared the seared scallops, shrimp schwarma, lakhma and dip, and bademjan. I had the MT Ararat cocktail. We finished with the tahini and lemon pie slices. The service was very good as well. The one thing I wish they would do is add some acoustic panels to the ceiling and walls to absorb some of noise. It was very hard to hear the person across from in the Lounge. read more
1 year ago
Cozy and comfortable, great service and kind staff. We got started with some chickpea fritters, wings, and qarnabeet. All very delicious, the wings were the full wing and a real eating experience! The lahamajeen was very interesting, and the flatbread was the perfect chew. We also tried the noona smookta and the spinach & garbanzo stew. Both were perfectly flavourful, and a good portion to fill you up. Overall very enjoyable meal! read more
3 months ago
I had one of the best meals in Olympia at Nineveh. From the moment we entered we were treated very well, by I think may have been the owner. I had the Apricot Sangria, and it was refreshing and not sweet. We had the Halloumi and watermelon appetizer, so flavorful and beautiful. I had the Mahi Mahi and everything on the plate was seasoned well and very appetizing. My friend had the chicken davaneta and I will definitely have that on my next trip as it was moist and very flavorful. I wish we had room for desert but I will have to leave room next time as I am sure this will become one of my favorites in downtown Oly. read more
4 months ago
1 year ago
What an Olympia gem! 10 stars! We've enjoyed all of Nineveh's food from their downtown food truck for years. So cool that they finally opened a restaurant. Everything was fabulous! The waiter in the bar area was awesome and attentive. The appetizer Lakma & Dip was so delicious. The waiter recommended the full chicken wings, and that dish was our favorite! The pomegranate molasses sauce was so flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. From the grill, we had delicious skewers of salmon and beef tenderloin. It was too much food for us, but we wanted to try everything. We ordered the vegan Tahini pie to go...and the next day I savored each wonderful bite. You can tell that the servers, chefs, and management really care about their food and helping customers have a top notch experience. We will definitely be back on date night and can't wait to take friends there too. read more
6 months ago
This was my first time here. I had the Qarnabeet. It is fried cauliflower with the lemon garlic tahini sauce. So delicious!! A definite 5 out of 5. My friend had the Classic Breakfast. It was a basic breakfast, 4 out of 5. It's a small space with not much seating, a little loud, but it was still OK Overall, I really love this place and I can't wait to go back and have my cauliflower and try another dish read more
Where to even start. The ambiance is cool, funky, classy. Service great, friendly people. The food though is other worldly. Wanted to try something of a different cuisine and this place didn't disappoint. The spices are fantastic. Fresh. Aromatic. The roasted carrots with whipped feta app were incredible. I had fava bean entree and my companion had Mahi mahi. Both were excellent. The flavors burst in your mouth. This place lives up to 5 stars, I'll be back. read more
5 months ago
Nineveh is located right on Capital Way in downtown Olympia. Cute restaurant with adequate seating. We came down to Olympia to watch a show and we wanted to try something new and unique. Nineveh's menu sounded really interesting. They don't take reservations, but we had no issues getting in right at 5 PM on a Saturday. My group started with sharing the pomegranate wings. The wings are huge. The wings were difficult to eat. They were not my favorite, but they were tasty. We also shared the flatbread with baba ghanoush- amazing. The flatbread is clearly made in- house. It was delicious and the baba ghanoush was smoky and flavorful- couldn't stop eating it. My husband and I tried the duck biryani- really, really good. I also had a cocktail- I can't recall the name, but it had ginger in it and it was delicious. Our server was fantastic very attentive. Overall fantastic experience really amazing yummy food. Highly recommend. read more
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Wow! Such a fun experience with great food and friendly service. Everything on the menu is great with tons of unique options. For drinks, the tea service and cardamom cola were flavorful. Atmosphere is welcoming and a great place to go to with friends. read more
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