Padria: Where Old Family Recipes Meet Modern Kirkland At Padria in Juanita Village, every dish is a taste of legacy. This family-run restaurant is built on a foundation of old family recipes, passed down through generations and now shared with the Pacific Northwest. They honor this heritage by masterfully blending Mediterranean influences with authentic Iranian culinary traditions, using refined techniques to elevate time-tested favorites. The Food: A Taste of Tradition For a perfect light dinner that bridges both worlds, order the Chicken Kabob (marinated the Persian way with saffron) served over their bright Greek Salad instead of rice. It's heritage on a plate. For the classics that taste of history, don't miss the fall-apart Lamb Shank or the deeply aromatic Ghormeh Sabzi stew--a recipe that defines Persian home cooking. The comforting Red Lentil Soup, savory Turkish Koofteh, and homestyle Chicken Loobia each tell their own delicious story. Why It Stands Out Here, cooking is an act of preservation. The owners work alongside their chefs, applying care and modern precision to those old family recipes. They use premium ingredients and authentic spices--saffron, turmeric, foraged herbs--not just for flavor, but as a tribute to their roots. For a meal that connects you to generations of culinary history, served with genuine warmth in a cozy, music-filled space, Padria is more than a restaurant--it's a family table you're invited to share. Highest praise for keeping tradition alive, bite after unforgettable bite. read more

Koftah wrap and they included some hummus. I believe the hummus has zatar blended in. The wrap has a nice amount of lettuce, tomato, and cukes. On another visit, I had a gyro which I personally prefer more. The Koftah seasoning doesn't hit all the notes I'm looking for but that's me. It's still very tasty. read more

Padria Mediterranean Cafe - Tzatziki and hummus - Mediterranean Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

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We were set on Greek food for dinner. We walked into Bella Balducci and were immediately concerned with the atmosphere. We noticed Padria was close by, so we walked in. Order at the counter and food is brought to your table. Modern, clean, dining area, with about 10 tables for seating. Sadly the food was underwhelming. The lamb was bland and soft with no seasoning. The tzatziki sauce was similar. The best thing was the Mediterranean dressing and pita bread. The lentil soup was also bland, needing some spicing up. Overall, it was edible. Acropolis in Kirkland and Kafe Neo in Mill Creek are more our choice. read more

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I really enjoyed this place. The owner is a lovely lady. She is Turkish. She really cares about her food. She took the time to describe the seller to me where the ingredients came from all the things that you don't always get from a lot of places highly recommend the food taste really good. read more

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Service is great. The atmosphere is welcoming and the food is amazing. When we saw the menu, we fell in love.

Super friendly service. Nice environment. The lamb gyro was okay, unfortunately the meat seemed like it was something from a package rather than fresh. Might just be the style it was cooked. Lentil soup was good and I would recommend it. I will likely come back and try something different and see how it tastes. read more

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We love the food at Padria, and have loved it for years now. At our recent visit we had the Chicken Gyro sandwich and Chicken Kabob plate. I loved the Chicken Gyro sandwich, the chicken was flavorful, the sandwich a good size for me for lunch. The Chicken Kabob plate was great, the Chicken Kabob was delicious. We loved the grilled tomato that comes with it. read more

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I love the portion of the food. The lamb is soft and tender. The salad is fresh and quite tangy. Great portion for the price. The lamb shank is good too, but it's not very flavorful compared to the gyro. The rice for the lamb shank is more flavorful though. The lady who took the order is also really sweet and accommodating. read more

Padria Mediterranean Cafe - Lamb Gyro Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

The food was really good and delicious compared to some other Meddatrainn restaurants in the area. The woman who took my order was super friendly and kind. She told me the best gyro to choose from was the lamp one and I am glad I chose it. The meat was very tender and tasty. Plus the veggies were nice and crunchy. The ambiance was nothing too special but it did have a good chilled vibe. Overall great place to eat and I plan to take my family there. Enjoy! read more

Padria Mediterranean Cafe - Lamb Pita Gyro - Mediterranean Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Read some great reviews for this place. I was there at really and awkward time. They just opened for dinner and their chef is scrambling to get started. They are yet to be ready for dine-in I was planning to pick up couple of Sandwiches as takeout, so it was perfect for me. The owner was there (I assumed) - we had a nice chat until the chef was ready to get started. Ordered Chicken Souvlaki and Chicken gyro. Around 10 mins for the chef to prepare the sandwiches. The gentleman at the counter throw in an additional fries along with as a nice gesture. I appreciated that. Coming to the food - sandwiches were really good. More like a Persian food than a typical Mediterranean place. Really enjoyed the sandwiches. They have a great place there. well decorated and arranged. Clean and well maintained. Service was top! Would love to go back for a proper dinner! read more

We stopped in here for later dinner and had a lovely experience! The woman at the front took her time to answer our questions and gave great recommendations. We ended up ordering falafel sandwiches, gyro sandwich, and loobia polo. Food was excellent and portion sizes were good. We'll have to go back to try their Ghormeh Sabzi! read more

Padria Mediterranean Cafe - Loobia Polo Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

3.5 Stars Casual locally owned spot in plaza with Meditteranean fare - order at counter, sit down. Lamb Shawarma Sandwich ($9.95) Special (Lamb and Chicken on Rice and Salad, $14.95) GREAT portions for the price. Both had a good amount of protein. Lamb was soft and tender. Not too flavorful. The hummus was a bit strange - chunky and watery versus the smooth and rich kind I am used to. read more

Padria Mediterranean Cafe - Lamb shawarma ($9.95), Special Plate ($14.95) - Mediterranean Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

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This little gem has delicious food and lovely service. It's casual with a few sidewalk tables and a cozy interior. Wonderful.

It was my first time at this restaurant, and we didn't realize that we had to order up at the counter. The owner gently approached us to let us know how the restaurant worked, understanding that we were probably new. I asked for the house favorite, which was the Gormah-sabzi with lamb shank. And goodness! This was by far one of my most favorite meals I have ever had. The lamb shank was juicy and tender, and it fell off the bone easily. The stew was herby and flavorful. Portion sizes were very generous as well. The owner was very kind and sweet, and she was also one of my favorite parts about this restaurant! read more

Padria Mediterranean Cafe - Gormah-Ghormeh Sabzi Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Delicious soft meats with very polite and professional service. The owner lady was very welcoming and let us know this place has been around for 16 years I ordered the Lamb Gyro Salad. Soft meat! The lamb shank plate is a good deal! read more

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Lamb shank was tasty: pieces of lamb on rice; no dairy on rice or salad as requested! Combo plate was enjoyed. Hummus was bland, tzidziki was generous and enjoyed by my husband. Had leftovers of everything! For some reason, grub hub listed my takeout at a much later time, but the cashier worked diligently on my order to get it to me while I waited. read more

Small Mediterranean/Persian restaurant in Juanita. Has a few tables outdoors, but mostly indoor seating. Order at the counter. Menu has a selection of kabobs, souvlaki, gyros and salads. I got the chicken soltani kabob plate, which is chicken kabob and a beef koobideh (ground beef) kabob, on a bed or rice and served with yogurt sauce and a grilled tomato. Takeout order, took 10 minutes. Walked home with a pretty big box of food. Kabobs were decent in taste and size. There is a lot of rice with some saffron and other seasoning, and the grilled tomato is pretty good too. Wish there were some more veggies. Couldn't finish the food in one sitting. Prices are reasonable. read more

Padria Mediterranean Cafe - chicken soltani take out - Mediterranean Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

This place is so amazing. I come all the way from Lake Stevens to enjoy the amazing food and the hospitality of the owners. They make you feel like family. read more

Padria Mediterranean Cafe - Mediterranean Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Padria is my absolute favorite Mediterranean food anywhere in the Kirkland area - the gyro-style lamb is SO tender. The portions are generous, the tzatziki is creamy and dill forward, which is my preference, the pita is always fresh and soft and the prices are extremely reasonable. The couple who own and run the restaurant are just lovely as well. The lentil soup is a must-have - it's so complex and savory and light years away from what I thought lentil soup was growing up (gloppy and boring). read more

If you don't love this quaint little restaurant then you probably don't like puppies or babies either. I've been in twice now, adorable young couple (tongue in cheek) own and run the place, and they are both delightful. I had the gyro on visit one, and the gyro salad on visit two. I really want to try the lamb shank, but I'm saving that for date night. On visit one they were experiencing internet problems, so the wife told me to just take my meal and if the credit card charge didn't go through in a couple of days please call them and pay over the phone (it went through). On visit number two I had a glass of wine while I waited for my to go order, and I enjoyed the wine so much that I asked to purchase the remainder in the bottle (about half). They insisted that I just take it with me, which I did after dropping a $20 in their tip jar. The food is solid, the service is delightful, and if you are tired of some bored 25 year old who acts like your presence is disturbing their quality alone time, you will love this spot. If you don't love your experience here do the world a favor, keep it to yourself. read more

We got the chicken kabob with lentil rice and dill rice. Both dishes were spectacular! Aunty Shay who is the owner and cooks and serves all at the same time, was very kind and thoughtful. The food was fresh and the chicken was moist. Loved our meal! Edit: Went back again today and tried their salads and baklava. Again super fresh and cooked to perfection. Had a great time talking to uncle Moussad and aunty Shay. This place feels like home! read more

They are the best! Sweetest owner and staff! Always kind, generous and delicious menu items. Been a regular for over 5 years now! Sometimes twice a week! read more

I have been meaning to come check out this place and when my daughter was in the mood for Shawarma, we headed to Kirkland. Only a block from this place, there is another Mediterranean place which we also enjoyed but wanted to explore a new place as a dedicated Yelper. Most Mediterranean restaurants here are set up for a fast food type similar to Subway but I do prefer a sit down type with a proper table even if not fancy. I like my food to be served on real places instead of Styrofoam . One thing you immediately notice as you walk in is how clean this place is. Not surprisingly, it has an excellent health record as well. Anyways, we ordered Lamb gyro plate, Chicken Shawarma and one more chicken dish that I forgot the name. My quick thoughts are: - Fresh ingredients including produces - Good quality meat - Perfectly prepared rice - Lamb gyro plate is awesome and highly recommended. - The other chicken dishes are good but nothing above and beyond. If you like gyro, you are going to be pleased for sure. This is a clean restaurant with an excellent service. I'd totally come back to get the gyro plate. read more

Padria Mediterranean Cafe - Lamb Gyro Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Really great neighborhood restaurant. We decided to come here for dinner one day given the good reviews. Tried the kabab koobideh, lentil soup and falafel salad, and all three hit the spot. The salad was particularly fresh and came with the most delicious falafel we've ever tasted (very tender and moist, not dry at all). The kabab was also great. We'll be back. read more

Marinades were nice but that's about it. Chicken kebab was painfully dry. Pita was old and dry. Rice was plain. Never had plain Greek rice. Missed the mark for me. read more

Fancier Mediterranean place in the Juanita area. Very cute older couple that work here, but we found the food just OK and a bit expensive when there are several other options close by. read more

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Stopped by for a quick lunch and the lamb gyro is just phenomenal! The biggest and dare I say most delicious gyro I have ever had. The hummus and pita bread it came with was just to die for. Lamb cooked perfectly and they were very generous with it. Could not eat this without getting sauce all over my face and I say that with the utmost praise. The owner (I believe) was helping me at the counter and was just the sweetest man. Food came out quickly too! A 30 minute drive from my area but I'd come back in a heartbeat. read more

Padria Mediterranean Cafe - Lamb Gyro Sandwich - Mediterranean Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Good service and the couple who owns the place is very sweet. The ambiance of the restaurant is pretty chill. However, the food is below average, very flavorless. We tried their chicken gyro, lamb shank and hummus. All three didn't taste good. Would not recommend. read more

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We had the combination which comes with steak and koubideh and the lamp shank. Overall we liked the food, the only issue was that the koobideh was a bit chewy. I believe it's made with beef meat only and normally is a mix of beef and lamb. The salad was good too. The restaurant has a family atmosphere. read more

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The food is absolutely delicious! And the people that work there have the sweetest hearts and you can tell they love what they do.

Good food good service on a early Sunday morning. Rode my bike in for a breakfast snack.

We have been looking for an actual Greek place after moving here from Chicago a few years ago, so glad we found it! Sumptuous food and great portions for a fair price. We have had the lamb gyros, lamb shank and chicken, all very homemade. It is a small neighborhoody place that seems pretty busy. We have been there a couple of times and will be back. read more

Padria is located in a new development type of mixed-use housing village. It's a rather pleasant surprise to find a solid eatery with some good eats, good portions, and reasonable prices. The lady owner is very nice. I called ahead and placed the order for a later pick-up. It was ready for pickup and ready to go when I arrived. I paid in person. The food: Ghormeh Sabzi - 5 stars This is a Persian herb stew with a seasoned lamb shank over a bed of basmati rice. It's supposed to include a side of salad, tzatziki, and pita bread, but I didn't get the side salad. This dish was identified as a House favorite on the menu. I've never had a dish like this before, and it was flavorful and generously portioned. Falafel Salad - 3.5 stars Falafel patties served on a bed of Romaine lettuce topped with tomatoes, cucumbers, and olives served with side of tzatziki and pita bread. Their website menu doesn't say it has cheese, but their website's photo gallery shows cheese. I requested no cheese. You might want to double check. The salad part is good; all the veggies were fresh. The falafel patties didn't stand out unfortunately. I ate them drowned in the tzatziski sauce to give it some flavor. The salad dressing is a house special. I can't tell what's in it, but it tasted good. FYI - No one was wearing a mask on the day I went. read more

Padria Mediterranean Cafe - Falafel Salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

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Solid spot for Mediterranean eats. We had planned to walk our dog at Juanita Beach Park, yet needed some fuel. Therefore, I visited Padria Mediterranean Cafe for a late lunch, which turned out to be delicious! Located in the Juanita neighborhood of Kirkland, Padria is in the main business area across from the Juanita Beach Park. Parking was easy to find, right in front of the shop. They do have tables for outdoor dining, as well as tons of seating inside. However, because of COVID-19, they are only doing takeout, which you can order through Yelp, if you want to plan ahead. I asked the friendly employee what he recommended and he said the lamb gyro plate, so I went with it. It sounded appetizing and am a fan of lamb. I was told to wait outside due to safety guidelines and the same employee delivered my food to me. The lamb plate came with pita rice, a side salad, pita and tzatziki. I was impressed with the packaging, as everything was neatly organized, with the side salad in a separate container. And the salad was very fresh with romaine, cucumbers, tomatoes and red onion in a light vinaigrette. Compared to many other places that give you a default side salad, I was impressed. The plate was a huge portion! There were lots of tender lamb gyro meat on a bed of rice with pita, which was cut into four slices. It was definitely two meals in one. I was pleased with the food, and would order this again or try something else, as they have a ton of yummy offerings, such as kabobs, a Persian stew, gyros, etc. I would recommend Padria if you're looking for a solid spot for Mediterranean food with fresh ingredients. It's also convenient for when you want to eat at the beach, which is what I usually do when I'm in the area. Glad to have checked it out. read more

Padria Mediterranean Cafe - Lamb Gyro Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Atmosphere? Incredible. Music? Perfect. Service? Spectacular. The woman at the front--I hope she forgives me for forgetting her name--is always so nice, and it's a pleasure to go in and talk to her. And finally, the food? DELIC. I got the Chicken Soltani plate, and the meat was cooked to perfection. I also highly recommend the Baba Ghanoush. Overall, completely deserving of five stars. If I could give more, I would. Enjoy! read more

Great food, and great customer service. The price is ok compared to others. The restaurant is in a great location. Menu has everything you are looking for as a Mediterranean stile food. read more

I love and miss this place so much. We got the koftah, beef souvlaki sandwich, and kids chicken and rice. Called for a pick up order and it was ready when they said it would be - 15 minutes. Still warm when we got home 25 min away. Fast and friendly service. The koftah are my favorite! The kids plate is such a generous portion of succulent flavorful chicken and lentil rice. My husband didn't share his beef souvlaki sandwich so im guessing that means it was good! But there were huge chunks of great steak. Very generous portion. However, the hummus that came with the sandwich was way too bitter for me. Not sure what makes it so bitter but none of us were able to eat it. Hence -1 star. read more

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Great for takeout and catering! Padria made food for our party of 13 and everyone raved, then took leftovers with them. Really wide variety of authentic food. read more

Kind of amongst a bunch of shops in Juanita Village is a small Mediterranean restaurant called Padria. I have been here many times before and during Covid. The quality selection of menu items has always been fantastic and the quality has always been top notch. And service has changed only due to limited services due to Covid. But even with limited service available the smiles and great care is always evident when you walk in the door. read more

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The food is always great, I have been eating here since they opened more than 13 years ago. The food is delicious, flavorful and consistently awesome My favorite is the Sultani plate and Chelo Kababmoreover service is always good read more