Spice Walaa is a cute little spot in Columbia City. There isn't any parking so you'll have to find it on the street but I was able to find some easy behind the restaurant on the street. It's a small window you can order or place an order online and some covered seating. Definitely somewhere I would go on a sunny day. Staff: (4/5) Sanitation: (3/5) Lychee Soft Serve (3/5) The lychee flavor in this was stronger than I thought it would be but also a lot sweeter than I thought it would be. It was still creamy and kinda tasted like they combined milk with the syrup that the canned lychees soak in. You get a decent amount for 1 order and I think the sweetness is enough to cover 2 people. read more

Spice Waala - Lychee soft serve may 26' - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Very tasty! I got the paneer roll and the aloo tikki roll. I'd definitely recommend getting two if you're hungry because a singular one is definitely on the small side. But the flavors were great and I'm excited to come back and try the items on the snack menu too. There's no indoor seating - just a couple outdoor picnic tables. So keep in mind if you come here looking to sit down at eat at the location. Also, a quick turnaround for ordering at the window. read more

The food here is yummy and the people who work here are super friendly. The soft serves are always a fun treat, but they change monthly so don't sleep on it! My favorite is the lamb kathi roll. The fries are good as well though a bit on the saltier side. Their mint chutney is amazing and I believe they might sell it by the bottle. They also run specials every now and again that tend to sell out quickly - there are some really unique items so keep an eye out for those One thing to watch out for is they are only open certain hours and days, so look that up before you go. read more

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Tucked away in the vibrant Columbia City neighborhood of Seattle, this gem offers an unforgettable dining experience. The ambience is warm and inviting, with a cozy decor that perfectly complements the lively atmosphere of the area. It's a great place to relax and enjoy a meal, whether you're with friends or on a casual date. The food is a true highlight, featuring a diverse menu that caters to various tastes. Each dish is crafted with care and bursting with flavor. One standout item is the mango lassi, which is a must-try! It's refreshingly sweet and creamy, making it the perfect complement to the spicy dishes. Service here is top-notch as well. The staff is friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu, ensuring that your dining experience is enjoyable from start to finish. Overall, this spot in Columbia City is definitely worth a visit for anyone looking to enjoy delicious food in a welcoming setting! read more

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Small but mighty: what Spice Waala lack in size, they make up in flavor and deliciousness. Their restaurant's recommendation is to order 1 Kathi Roll + 1 Snack or 2 Kathi Rolls per hungry adult. Here's what we've tried: * Kathi Roll Lamb Kebab - my favorite dish here. It's super delish, perfectly spiced and seasoned, and juicy. * Kathi Roll Chicken Tikka - Hubby's fav and a close second for me too * Kathi Roll Paneer Bhurji - interesting and flavorful * Soft serve ice cream - flavors seem to rotate monthly, and they always showcase unique flavors. The fennel soft serve was creamy and delicious. * Snack Masala Aloo: The fries are pretty good and nicely spiced but if you had to choose between dishes, I think this is skippable unless you really love fries (a little biased here as I'm not a fries person). This is served street food style and there's a small window to order and pick up your food. We first visited on a typical Seattle cold and rainy day, and they were really busy, so just keep that in mind as the waiting and small dining area are outdoors. Best bet is to go right when they open for dinner at 5 PM or order ahead online to avoid a long wait. Staff is always friendly even when they're slammed. read more

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Cheap, fast and delicious Indian street food. It's a take out spot with outdoor seating. I had the lamb roll and my friend had the chicken tikka. The chai was way better than Starbucks. Definitely recommend! read more

Spice Waala - Lamb Kebab Kathi Roll - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The price is right. The food was good. More of a to go type place. They do have a few tables but they are next to dumpsters so the smell is overpowering. I liked the lamb wrap, but it was a bit too spicy for me. To be fair my spice tolerance is low. My wife loved the fries. The mango beverage and soft serve were great! read more

Decided to try Spice Waala tonight, via uber eats app. I admit I was scared and underwhelmed when I opened my delivery package. I ordered Papdi Chaat described as Indian Nachos. They have to separate the toppings for transit so your chips don't arrive soggy. It did not look like the photo. But boy when I put all those ingredients together in one bite, it was the PERFECT bite. Such flavorful punch from the brown and green chutney! Hardly any (only 3) teeny pomegranate pieces but it's ok. It was delicious and I will order more in the future. read more

Spice Waala - Papdi Chaat as shown on uber eats - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Update: Spice level: As I said in my initial review at first it was spicier than I expected (still delicious just spicier than expected). After a couple weeks it seemed to swing in the opposite direction and was more bland than expected. For the last bit it has been just right. I've eaten twice in last week. Additional items I've tried: Masala Aloo: Like description says fries with a twist. VERY tasty. Chutney is amazing. Aloo Tikki Chaat: Let me start off by saying that just in terms in final product/taste I think I liked it more than the Masala Aloo. However just know that it comes with assembly required. You'll get the fried potato and then all the individual toppings but you put them together yourself. Which no big deal but I just wasn't expecting it and said *na, I'm too high for this, I'll eat my roll and come back to you later*. Even cold it was delicious. Holi Special: After this I will be trying any special meal but will definitely have a friend over. Full box (see photo) which gave me about three meals. read more

Spice Waala - Holi Special. - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Had the lamb, chicken and paneer kathi rolls. The lamb by far was the most flavorful and my favorite. The paneer one being the least favorite. I was hoping for chunks of paneer, like in palak paneer or saag paneer. instead It's minced and crumbled into little bits; not very mouth satisfying compared to the other two. The masala aloo, very well seasoned; and that chutney I want it on everything! The lassi, very good. I needed to grab a spoon to get every last drop, it was so good. If I had any real complaint, it's the cost. 8$ for a kathi roll, yet I can get some amazing burritos from alibertos or similar fan favorite taco truck like El Asadero in Columbia city, for $9, that are easily 2-3x in size and content. birria, asada, adobada, you name it. it's amazing to think i could get an "all-meat," birria burrito with a side Consomé, no rice or beans, 2X the size for $1 more. Yes I get it, not the same/equal comparison, not the same cuisine etc. Those other places probably have more buying power, move more product etc. but from a sheer value perspective, this is a higher cost product. It's amazingly tasty, and unlike anything you've had in the area. But for me, it's not something I could consider coming often as there are times, where value is more important, and this would be a splurge. read more

Been here twice and my favorite thing is their fries. Good flavors. As a person that would eat fries as an entree, I appreciate the healthy serving of it. Definitely a great street food place. Wish it were a full blown Indian restaurant because the neighborhood doesn't have that yet, but will take what we can get. Two stars knocked off because the last time I ordered fries, they were all tiny sized and full of crumbs. Some quality control needed there. I ordered one of each roll and the flavors were good but also a bit repetitive for me, no variety. Will probably try it again someday and see if my experience is improved, plus their menu seems to have changed. Will update my review accordingly. read more

Finally, Spice Waala has arrived in Columbia City! I'm also happy to report that it's just as good as the other locations. I'm also glad it's the opposite direction of the gym. Everything is fantastic, but my go-to is the chicken tikka kathi roll. The paneer burji kathi roll is tasty as well, and something I've otherwise not had before. The rolls are on the smaller side, so I recommend getting at least two. If you're with a friend, share an order of the masala aloo. I'm not as culturally knowledgable about it, but it's perfect for french fry lovers like myself. Heads up that this location is a walk-up window, with two picnic benches outside. I'm sure it'll be awesome in the summertime, but for now it's absolutely worth braving the cold. read more

We live in Columbia City, and this is my favorite restaurant in the neighborhood. It is also one of my top favorites in the Seattle area. It is so delicious. My husband says the cooks at Spice Waala are "flavor magicians"! I love the paneer roll and the fries. My husband loves the lamb roll and chana chaat. I'm so glad they returned to their original menu. The rotating soft serve is also amazing (all the flavors are yummy but the mango is the best when they have it!). We come here all the time and highly recommend it! read more

My husband and I love Spice Waala. Food is great, staff is friendly, and the new roof over tables outside protect from rain and sun. We especially love that we can purchase their amazing chutneys in a bottle to keep in the fridge and serve with things we make at home. The new menu items are good but we really miss the kathi rolls and papdi chaat and hope they will bring them back. read more

Great food!! Seriously delicious every time. There can be a bit of a wait, but it's usually not too long and it's worth it.

I came here with a dining partner and I'd say our experience overall was mixed. I got a vegetarian roll with potato and crumbled paneer which was very mild, and not that exciting. I also got the masala aloo fries which also not very flavorful. I was left unimpressed. My dining partner got a spiced chicken wrap that was much better, as well as a mango lassi. The lassi was small, but tasty. I realize inflation has been powerful as of late, but the amount of food for the price didn't seem worth it. Overall I'd say the experience was fine but not something that would make me anxious to return. read more

We live nearby and Spice Waala is always a yummy treat and so easy to pick up and eat outside or take home.

Simply delicious Indian street food. I refuse to wait in lines, but I did here, and it was worth it.

I'm surprised this doesn't have more reviews. Always people in there, always consistent, unique, and delicious. What more could you want. Big 5 stars. read more

I was really excited to try this place and then incredible disappointed. I placed an order online that said it would be ready in 15 minutes. An hour later it still was not ready and then after asking the cashier multiple times he finally handed me the bag that was sitting there the whole time. No customer service or acknowledgement of me standing there for an hour. Food was completely cold by the time I ate it. read more

Spice Waala - Don't waste your time and $! - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Got a fantastic potato kati roll with mint chutney and pickled veggies, it was ready fast and perfect for taking to go although they do have a nice covered lot read more

First timer. Ordered 2 chicken tikka wraps to go and they were delicious. Staff also seemed quite friendly. Sad I didn't try this place sooner, but I'll be back again soon! read more

Daughter and I just stopped by Spice Waala and found our new favorite neighborhood food! We got the masala aloo (fries with green sauce), Chana chaat (chickpea salad) and Aloo tikki roll with some chutney and yogurt sauces on side. Oh and mango lassi! All soooooo good! read more

Great street food! Would recommend to anyone on a budget and short on time. Gets busy but is always quick