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    The Shop Agora

    4.6 (90 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Diana C.

    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!

    halloumi
    Lilith F.

    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!

    White Gigantes!!!!
    Rich L.

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

    Dolmades
    Brooke A.

    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!

    Incredible presentation.  Simple, perfect, delicious dishes made with love.
    Christy T.

    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!

    Wine half of the store
    Raymond T.

    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

    Homeade tzatziki was amazing! Olive tapenade was great. Wasn't crazy about the hummus. It didn't have enough garlic.
    Lee A.

    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.

    sweet wine served with baklava
    Patrick D.

    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

    Katlynn - Manager
    Juanita M.

    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!

    Burrata  Literally to die for... melt-in-your-mouth kind of snack. I'm drooling thinking about it.
    Roya H.

    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.

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

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

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