Retsina. Retsina! One of the only places in town where you can buy retail bottles of Resina without anybody laughing at you and telling you that that's not fancy enough wine. For those of us who love Retsina, this is a wonderful refuge! Besides that, they have great appetizer items in their deli cooler and many other interesting Mediterranean wines. Definitely recommend the place. read more

We met up here with some friends before a show at a comedy club and had a great dinner. The shop has a little grocery area (think olive oils, baklava, honey, and sweet treats) and a great little selection of wines. There are a few tables outside under a Greek-flag-blue awning and a couple of little tables inside. The wine our friends selected (Nemea Agiorgitiko) was lovely and all of the small dishes I tasted were great, but the White Gigantes salad with big white beans was my clear favorite. They also have a wine club and free wine tastings for members. If I lived in the neighborhood, trust that I'd be camped out here drinking wine. read more

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I love coming here for drinks and dinner. Even did some Christmas shopping here too their store is stocked with items from all over Europe. And everyone is so sweet that's working there. Will definitely be back! read more

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I think their patio is closed in winter, so keep that in mind, but they have indoor seating in the shop. I wish they were dog friendly but they are not (at least not inside). They have lots of different traditional Greek and Mediterranean food options on the menu. Portion sizes are also quite generous. The wine list was extensive, but if you're looking for by the glass it's a bit smaller. They do have a corkage fee for any bottles. The service was helpful as we asked about which wines by the glass might pair well with our snacks. This shop seems to function uniquely well as small and cozy bar and as a depot for dropping in to grab wine and accompaniments. We would come back again! read more

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Very chill and chic. We had the pita and the orange wine. Pita had a lot of seasoning on it, which might be a give or take for some. Orange was good! $$ read more

Didn't eat here but they have a great wine selection and the person working was very friendly. Went on a Saturday and was in and out as it wasn't very busy. read more

Excellent service and unique Greek dishes with authentic wines to match. One of the few places to enjoy a drink outside in cafe style read more

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I love this place! Wonderful Greek snacks, wine, and dishes! I came on valentine's day and got to be a part of a free wine tasting which was awesome. Had some delicious halloumi and rosé, and took some home made pita and spicy feta dip. 10/10 will go everytime I'm in capitol hill! read more

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This shop is a hidden gem in Seattle! We came here for a casual dinner but were taken away by the awesome range of snack foods and trinkets available to buy. The spread sampler was our favorite thing on the menu, though the lamb was a close second! read more

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My husband and I were heading to the Comedy Club and stumbled across this gem. It at first looks like maybe a Greek store with groceries and wine. Then I spotted a small (but perfect) menu on the window. We risked it as we had only 30 minutes until our show started and opened the door. The smell of Greece instantly surrounded us and I knew we had to make it work! We sat at the small bar with a couple of locals who seem to call this place their second home. We ordered all of dour favorite Greek foods (my husband is Greek)... chicken souvlaki with tzatziki, red giant beans, and a gyro salad. Everything was fresh and ready within 10 minutes! The food is out of this World delicious. Absolute perfection. Giant beans are my favorite dish when visiting Greece and these didn't disappoint! They were served with pita and I enjoyed every bite. We were introduced to Nicos, the owner, and we're delighted by his hospitality. It is a small, intimate, adorable, charming place with the best food (and Greek groceries!) and I can't wait to visit again! read more

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I was hoping for so much more. The avgolemono lacked lemon, the tzatziki had NO garlic and very little lemon (again) and my main dish pastitsio was barely up to medium standards. The seating here is lacking. Not so much a restaurant as a standup bar that happens to have 'some' outside seating. They did have my favorite retsina though. It's like the other reviewers have never tasted a true Greek dish. read more

Agora is or little Greek and Italian stop every time I finish dining on 15th street. This whole street is a gem of Capitol Hill with dining joints that aren't always over crowded. Agora has a lot of dried pastas, artful vinegars, unique oils, and tasty snacks - but what is most alluring is their rotating wine selection. Chilled whites and Italian reds at an affordable price this place has kept my desire for fancy wines satiated read more

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The food, beverage and friendly family-type service is second to none. I've lived 2 blocks away for 17 years and there's no place like this, especially in today's Capitol Hill. Going on a date, want to show your visiting friends what the neighborhood is really about, just want a nice casual night out? This is the place. And if you're a wine person, their selection is outstanding for both dining in and taking out. read more

One of my favorite lunch spots. The menu items are shockingly flavorful. Immaculate selection of imported wines and cheeses. The staff become friendly once they've seen you a few times. Love the outdoor seating options. read more

We can't say enough kind things about this place. We've been coming here since arriving in Seattle 2 years ago. Such a great place to grab a light meal and the market has a great selection of food and wine. Easily our favorite Greek spot in Seattle no matter the price point read more

I wanted to go out and have some light fare for my sunday. I saw this place had lentil soup which sounded perfect for my afternoon. And perfect it was! The lentils were tender and cooked to perfection, and the whole dish had this nice umami flavor which was complimented by the light feta cheese they put on top. I mixed it with the tzatziki for extra tartness and creaminess. For dessert I tried their baklava. It was somewhat thick to spoon into my mouth but it was still very flaky and delicious, I just think it could have used less oil. I was also served a Smith Wodehouse porto with the baklava, which had this really nice fruity flavor to it. The restaurant looks a bit like a convenience store with the amount of wine you can buy brazenly displayed on the shelves. The way the food is served you would have thought it a secret! A well kept secret. The waiters were all friendly and easy to talk to. I will be backz read more

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Really glad to have stumbled upon this little place. It's a restaurant, store, and bar all in one. They have a great menu, and if you like something you had you can then buy some to take home. The store also has wines, honey, spices and more. It's a pretty small place so not a lot of seating. This is a good place to come with colleagues or a couple of friends. read more

The Shop Agora - Homeade tzatziki was amazing! Olive tapenade was great. Wasn't crazy about the hummus. It didn't have enough garlic. - Wine Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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What a little gem of a place. While my partner enjoyed his pour, I ogled all of the delicious food emerging from the kitchen. They also have a great deli case filled with cheeses, olives, spreads and other goodness. They carry hard to find Mediterranean and Middle Eastern spices, pickled goodness, oils and pantry essentials. I loaded up! Katlynn, the Manager is incredibly knowledgeable, warm & friendly. This cozy little shop is perfect for date night. There is seating in or out on the patio. Highly recommended. Afkharistoh para poli Katlynn! read more

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Disappointed in you, Shop Agora...I had the falafel salad and it only had 3 falafels on it for $19!!! It should have been doubled. They were pretty bland, was that the reason for so few?? Also, it is the same price as the meat version which seems absurd! And this was lunch! It's so expensive to eat out & unfortunately it missed the mark. I do like other things in their to-go fridge.. but it's all around pretty expensive. So disappointing as I really support small businesses.. read more

I've lived in Capitol Hill for almost two years and I've never wandered into this little diamond in the rough until just the other day while in search for some spicy olive oil. They have wines, oils, and an amazing assortment of Greek goods, but more importantly they have a secret restaurant in the back that left us jumping for joy! The food was literally amazing.... see photos of their burrata attached. We had literally just eaten dinner and had only planned on one extra beverage before we ended our evening but we jumped down the rabbit hole and couldn't stop! Their host, Nikolai (?), was so charming and kind. He spoke of early Capitol Hill, talked changing real estate with my husband, and described some beautiful wine pairings. We even excitedly signed up to join their wine club! This is definitely a new addition to our favorite places in Seattle! We can't wait to go back. read more

The Shop Agora - Burrata Literally to die for... melt-in-your-mouth kind of snack. I'm drooling thinking about it. - Wine Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Love this place. We got a cute little booth with cozy vibes. The service is great here. The food came out fast too. Loved every bite of our dishes. Great rich flavors. Highly recommended. read more

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Second time here and again it didn't disappoint. Sat at outside table and enjoyed small plates and sparkling wine. Perfect people watching spot. Service is attentive and friendly. Great way to spend a sunny afternoon. read more

The food was ok (I liked my Kale Salad, but my friend's soup was not very flavorful and a weird texture.) However, the service was incredibly slow; it messed up the rest of my day because of how long we had to wait for the food to arrive. read more

I was just there yesterday in the pouring rain and was surprisingly cozy under their new awning! Their gyros are the best I've ever had! The beat part was the service. We weren't sure about which wines to order and after a little discussion with our server, we each got the perfect wine glass to our taste! Highly impressed by their food, wine and impeccable service. It was so great to be able to go inside after and buy some of the products we loved from our meal! Highly recommend this little gem on Capital Hill. read more

Little gem that has exploded in popularity lately, especially the tables outside. I like to buy Feta cheese (by far the best in the city) but I also enjoy to get food to go, they are a friendly neighborhood shop. Highly recommended. read more

This place is just so good. The staff is so kind and gracious and interested in getting to know you ( not in an annoying way at all). The food is so good. I love the lamb gyro. It's different than other gyros I've had but so so good. The pita is fluffy and toasted and the flavors are so delicious. The spanikopita is also super good and the avglolemono soup rad. The sampler plate is also so good. I highly recommend it. It's real small and quaint inside so it won't work for a big party. Lots of other fun things too like wines and gourmet foods. So great. read more

This place is a gem. Literally everything is good. I always get great wine recommemdations and they have a very well curated selection.

Delicious food and wine forgot to take pictures of everything we got but so so yummy. read more

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Love their wine selection, olive oils and Mezzes. The seating is limited so taking things to go is always a great option! Best neighborhood spot in Capitol Hill for sure. read more

Absolutely fabulous authentic Greek restaurant, wine shop and store. Fantastic family recipes. Excellent wine recommendations with reasonable prices. Deli case with quick to go meals. Damn yummy desserts. read more

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In a neighborhood full of charming shops and restaurants, The Shop Agora stands out as one of the most genuine local joints. The delicious food and well selected wine are upstaged only by the friendly owner and staff. The Shop Agora is a great choice for dinner when you crave a mild atmosphere, a chat with a stranger, or a break from the trendy, loud, crowded bar/restaurant you usually hit up. Recommend you order the spread sampler and ask Niko what wine to drink. read more

The Shop Agora - Spread sampler - Wine Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Greek wine! Yay! Try the gigantes bean salad and some assyrtiko as well. They have a good selection of retail Greek wine which is hard to come by on the west coast. read more

Great selection of readymade and Mediterranean foods. Just visiting Seattle, but will be back!

Stopped in after a brunch at Smiths. There was an inviting sign on the sidewalk that offered a free wine tasting. Upon entering, we were immediately greeted with a welcome and an invite to taste wine. So we did! They had 6 wines that we tasted as we browsed the shop. Lots of ethnic foods, a cheese case and lots of of great choices of wine that you won't see at the grocery store. And best of all, they were very reasonably priced! We brought home a $12 bottle and can't wait to try it. There was also a small seating area in the back of the shop. Although we had just eaten, looking at the menu, it looks like sandwiches and cheese plates for the most part. We decided we definitely need to come back and have a try! read more

The food is delicious and authentic. LOVE the deli items offered for sale. Nothing but great service EVERY time! If you want to make your meal pop just a little more, ask for a wine recommendation! read more

Constantly lovely yummy fresh food served by a friendly staff! One of my Capitol Hill faves!!! read more

Hummus and rosé. Yes please ! This hummus (along with everything else) is so amazing ! Pop in this cute shop 15th street ! It's a great hidden gem to hide away with a gal pal, date, or frequent like a real local. Sitting at the small bar in the back is my favorite, ordering rosé, hummus, spanakopita, dolmades.. these are a few of my favoriteee things. Prance around the store and pick out pasta noodles, sauces, wine, etc. for purchase. Great to pop in to purchase specialty goods for dinner. Or to take a seat and have dinner served to you :) read more

I had a Groupon so decided to pop into this place and see what I could find. I love Mediterranean/Italian anything, so it seemed I should have no difficulty spending my Groupon and more. The terms of the Groupon itself, however, were pretty limiting and that made it harder to shop than I would normally expect. I did, however, succeed in buying some delicious balsamic vinegar, some pretty tasty truffle butter, and a not-so-impressive piece of baklava (on the plus side, it was really big). The shop is cute and well-arranged, and it's a fun place to poke around and see what's available. I'm not much of a wine drinker but their selection seemed decent. There's a little bar/eating area in the back which I'd like to try sometime. The gal who rang me up was nice and handled the Groupon without any issues. Prices are high enough that I wouldn't make this place a regular stop, but it's definitely worth checking out, especially with the holidays approaching! read more

I have been a frequent customer of Agora's Phinney Ridge location, and I was so excited about the opening of the 15th Ave shop. I was thrilled to be there for opening on Friday night. We were immediately met at the door with the smell of the delicious French Onion soup, an array of sample hummus, truffle popcorn and pita, and above all, a roomy, beautiful and cozy bar where we could take a load off and enjoy ourselves. Hannah and I each tried a couple of the red wines offered by the glass, and we each went home with a bottle of the St. George. I love the larger array of specialty cheeses and deli items at this store. I am also excited to have more freshly made food options. Even though I live across the street from the Phinney store, I have already started making dates with friends to meet up at the 15th Avenue location. Above all, what makes Agora special is the personal touch that Nikos and Alexis bring to the shop. They are knowledgeable owners who are passionate for the products they offer and the neighborhoods they serve. Do yourself a favor, and stop into my new favorite "spot" on the hill! read more

So so disappointed in the Shop Agora. Recently - I picked up some soup, 10 pack of pita, za'tar, sumac and cookies - and the spices turned out to have gone bad, and pita had fungus. Boxed cookies were incredibly stale. The owner is friendly and on occasion I get a fancy bottle or olive oil or vinegar as a gift, but stay away form most other things. read more