I have followed Yalla on Instagram for awhile. I love how the Owner Taylor often donates part of proceeds to a cause in need most recently to those struggling in Nepal. Which was part of the reason I visited a few weeks ago. I actually have been wanting to try Yalla for awhile, and just recently figured where it was located. A bit out of my way from work and home, but the day I decided to go was perfect. I was meeting friends at Sake Nomi which doesn't serve food so you're allowed to bring some in. I had two hours to waste so it gave me plenty of time to get up to Capitol Hill and back to Pioneer Square. Yalla is a walk up window with a bench outside to sit but I imagine most people take the food to go. I was sharing the food with five other people so the three mezze dips was the perfect option, I also added the special dip of the day that had 100% proceeds going to help those in Nepal. I also added one of the pressed Saj, the grilled Kefta a lot easier to share. One of my friends wanted the Lamb wrap so that was included in the order as well. Love how fresh the ingredients were. Each dip had distinctively different flavors and textures. Saj was included two different ways to enjoy with the mezze in its soft flatbread form and as a cracker perfect for dipping. My favorites were the Muhummara and the Nuraniye (Zuchinni Dip). I liked the tanginess of the Muhummara and the fresh lemon forward of the Nuraniye. The Kefta was delicious, I need to carry a knife for situations like this when sharing food we ended up ripping off pieces this came with Labneh. I definitely want to try a wrap next time and well their toum sauce. Service was friendly and helpful when I was explaining there was a group of us sharing the items. read more

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Yalla is a walk up window slinging unbelievably delicious Palestinian food. I went on a gorgeous Saturday just after 12PM and there was no line, but it looked like they were packing some take out orders. The signature saj bread is cooked fresh on a hot stone and is almost like a Middle Eastern flour tortilla with the way it's super thin and satisfyingly chewy bite. The only seating options are a few large benches on the sidewalk, but there's a poster saying you're welcome to sit at the neighboring bar which opens in the late afternoon provided you purchase a drink as well. Ended up sampling 3 of their wrap options and the Zaatar Wrap was deliciously nutty and fragrant, but texturally there was so many herbs that the center ate a little dry. The Lahme Khuruf (Lamb) was my favorite by far with super juicy ground meat with some tang from the labneh, sweetness, freshness from the tomato, and texture from the pine nuts. Absolute home run on this one! The Awarma and Cheese was a close second, but personally, the flavor profile was just a little less interesting than the lamb. Tip: grab some extra napkins as the wraps can fall apart a bit at the end! read more

Yalla Seattle - Lahme Khuruf - Arabic Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Update: I left a comment on the Square receipt about never getting the hot sauce and the business owner responded within minutes and refunded. Great service and fast response! I got a build-my-own saj wrap with the mushroom base saj $6, sumac chicken $7, tomato $1.5, cucumber $1.5, pickled turnip $1, and a side of hot sauce $2. The saj bread itself tasted good, but got soaked through by the juice of the chicken and became very soggy. We walked to a park 10 minutes away to eat the wraps and the wraps were bending. The ingredients are fresh but nothing particularly stood out. I didn't quite taste the mushroom on the wrap, and on top of that, I got charged $2 for the hot sauce, but never tasted it in the wrap or found it on the side. My partner got the falafel saj wrap which was overall ddcent, but he also found the saj bread quite soggy, yet the falafels were on the dry side. read more

Ordered takeout for the family, the experience was disappointing from the start. Phone call frustrating due to repeated misunderstandings over a simple request, call ending by a request that we preferably pay in cash. When we opened the bag, the food was packed in bendy undurable containers - my food nearly fell out. For an almost $70 order, the portion sizes were cheap and the quality of containers unacceptable. I don't know how this place has a 4-star rating. read more

Yalla Seattle - Arabic Near Me - Seattle, Washington

From looking at the menu, I haven't seen too many of the items listed offered here in Seattle. This was exciting to me as I enjoy food from the Middle Eastern part of the world, and the entrees do look very enticing! We went on a Saturday around 2pm and it wasn't too busy at the takeout window. The restaurant is only takeout - there are benches right next to the takeout window, but there are only enough spots for 8 - 12 people (2-3 people per bench). The only other seating is at the nearby street seating offered by the neighboring bars, which I can see being restricted during peak hours. Parking can be very difficult if you plan on driving, there is only street side parking that is usually full, and nearby paid parking in lots. Service is fast, after we got our order, we only waited 5-8 minutes for our food. We got their recommended Soujouk (Beef) and Cheese Wrap for $16. The wrap is long, I would say about 13 - 14 inches long, and I can definitely seeing most people getting full after enjoying one of these. The flavors are nice and you can taste the spices from the sausage - I could taste cinnamon front and center with other earthy spices lingering in an aftertaste. The wrap is very decadent, the cheese is hearty and indulgent and that with the spiced sausage and textural difference with the cucumbers is pleasing. Do note with how indulgent this wrap is, you will accumulate a ton of oil in your wrapper as you enjoy it - a nap afterwards is in your future if you eat a whole wrap! I think that Yalla Seattle is a good stop to try these cuisines in a casual manner and the price is reasonable. There are some other items on the menu that kept my attention and I would totally revisit to try the other items offered by this restaurant. read more

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My wife and I visited on our way to the Elysian Brewery, getting some food before sampling beers. The staff were very friendly to us and other patrons while ordering and waiting for food to be prepared. There are a few small benches just outside the restaurant to sit on if dining there. I ordered the falafel saj, my wife got the halloumi grilled cheese, and we shared a side of the Egyptian hot sauce and fermented chili paste. The halloumi grilled cheese was nice and salty, but a little pricey for the portion. The falafel wrap, on the other hand, was fantastic and a great value. The food was excellent, and I would definitely recommend it. read more

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For a quintessential Capitol Hill lunch, walk up to the Yalla stand for a Saj roll. You're all but guaranteed to take away an arm-length-long wrap stuffed with a blend of flavorful ingredients. I like the simplicity of the veggie wraps, which feature different combinations of greens and tomatoes with zataar, labneh, and olive oil. Most recently, I got the fityr and labneh with an added chicken thigh that soaked up the flavor of the roasted mushroom and yogurt spreads. On a sunny day, there's something just right about carrying a Yalla roll over to Cal Andersen park and enjoying the view while peeling back a wrap. read more

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The batinjan (eggplant) and labneh wrap here has now taken its place in my pantheon of best eggplant bites I've ever had. Yalla is a walk up window, and there are just a couple of benches right outside where you can eat, and according to other reviews you can also go to Montana Bar next door with your food. The menu is posted in a couple places right next to the ordering window, and it's pretty easy to parse. Almost everything there is what I'd consider a "portable food", meaning something you don't need a plate, fork, and knife to eat, which makes sense given that it's not a sit down restaurant. They have veggie saj, meaty saj, mezze, a few sides, and a dessert. I really like their concise menu. We tried the baba ghanoush ($9.5), which comes with saj on the side, a batinjan and labneh saj wrap ($12), and a halloumi grilled cheese (halloumi grilled inside saj, $13). As you can tell, the saj underpins everything at Yalla, and their saj is excellent. Warm, soft, flaky, and tearable, it is perfect for both dipping and wrapping and grilling. The batinjan and labneh wrap is bursting (literally) with tender grilled eggplant, a rich sauce, and tangy, creamy labneh. It is truly one of the most delicious eggplant dishes I've ever had. The halloumi grilled cheese definitely hits the spot, and is more filling than you think by looking at it. Baba ghanoush is so smooth and flavorful, and I love the pomegranate seeds on top! The folks who work there are super nice, very friendly, and food comes out quickly. Prices are very reasonable, and I will definitely be back to try some of their meaty saj! This place is going into my regular rotation, for sure. read more

I have been here a couple of times and very pleased. This is kind of a small place where they serve outside the door, but they create really delicious food. This time I had the hummus and the Haloumi grilled cheese. No surprise the hummus is really great. I think it may be thinner that what most are used to, but has great flavor. Then it can be hard to elevate grilled cheese, but that fresh saj bread does this. Very simple and delicious. Definitely worth a visit, from past visits chicken is great also. read more

Yalla Seattle - Yalla - Arabic Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Nice take out window to grab a quick wrap. It's basically $20 after tax and tip for a wrap but i guess 1) it is a pretty hefty wrap and 2) it's seattle. So I think it's rational enough that they have to charge that. For the wrap itself it was piping warm when we got them and that first bite into it was so satisfying. I got the lahme khuruf (lamb) and labneh wrap and I love how if was spiced and flavored. Super juicy, super flavorful. read more

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Finally tried Yalla after hearing so many rave reviews--and it absolutely lived up to the hype! The setup here is simple and efficient: you order at a walk-up window, then enjoy your meal outside or take it to-go if you'd rather explore the neighborhood. Pro tip: The staff suggested grabbing a drink at Montana, the bar next door, where you can also sit and savor your Yalla meal. I tried the Chicken Saj Wrap and the lahme khuruf (lamb) & labneh wrap. Both were delicious. It was my first time trying a Saj, and for the uninitiated it is like a burrito. The chicken one had minty flavor whereas the lamb one had a texture like that of ground beef with some sweetness from the pomegranate molasses. Also tried the Egyptian chili paste - very oily but so good for dipping the saj if you dare to have spicy food. Yalla, what are you waiting for?! read more

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Best falafel I've had in 2025! Made to order and with spice and crunch! I love the thin wrap so not too heavy and the falafel wrap is very generous and filling without too greasy or heavy. Others will have to live upto this one, sorry. read more

Yalla Seattle - Arabic Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The garlic whip sauce is amazing!!!! You will eat this up so quick! Perfect for lunch time! read more

Yalla Seattle - Window front - Arabic Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Yalla is a great place for quick, late night Mediterranean eats. It's a window you order at and sit outside to eat, so just putting the knowledge out there. I went a little late so being on the street was a bit scary and dark. I would recommend taking your order to go. I think if you order ahead while walking there that is the best way to order. I waited like 10 minutes for the food and it was well worth it. There is ALOT on the menu, so I asked the waiter what was good for pescatarians and he said the falafel wrap. The waiter was very hospitable which is something we love to see! Now for the food, the wrap I got had so much flavor. Everything complimented everything else and the falafel itself was top notch. The only reason why I'm docking stars is because I got a bit of a tummy ache after eating it. I'm thinking it's because I'm really sensitive to meat cross contamination. If you are a vegetarian, consider asking them to be extra careful. read more

Yalla Seattle - Falafel Saj - Arabic Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This take out Palestinian restraunt hit the spot and is definitely worth stopping by. The bread is chewy and crispy at the same time. It works well with both fillings without covering up any of the flavors. The mix of the beets falafel and veggies played nicely together and the eggplant was well seasoned. The cost was very reasonable for what your getting. She was really nice and the food came within 5 minutes or so which is really fast. We were expecting to wait for a while but ended up being way early to our next appointment instead. Overall a great place! read more

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Yalla is a solid spot for saj sandwiches and wraps. What stood out to me the most was the level of customization they offer. There are plenty of vegetables, toppings, spreads, and add-ons to choose from, so you can build your wrap exactly the way you like it. It's nice to see a place that gives customers so many options instead of limiting them to a few preset combinations. The saj bread was fresh, the ingredients tasted fresh, and the portions were generous. Overall, the food quality was good and the experience was enjoyable. The reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because I think there are a couple of areas that could be improved. The cheese option used in some of the sandwiches was a little sweeter than I expected. A more traditional salty cheese would pair much better with the other ingredients and create a more balanced flavor. I also wasn't a big fan of the zaatar and sujouk. Both left an aftertaste that lingered longer than expected. It's difficult to pinpoint exactly what caused it, but it wasn't the clean flavor profile I usually expect from those items. Another small suggestion would be to add a few outdoor tables. I understand the concept is more geared toward grab-and-go, which is completely fine, but having even two or three small tables outside would make it more convenient for customers who want to enjoy their food right away. Overall, Yalla offers fresh ingredients, excellent customization options, and tasty saj wraps. Despite a few minor areas for improvement, I'd definitely come back and would recommend it to anyone looking for a good, customizable Middle Eastern-style wrap. read more

True rating would be 2.5 but I decided to round up. I wanted so much to love this place. But I was honestly so unhappy with my wrap. I got a zaatar and cheese wrap (should've taken photos but I was probably just too shocked!). It was extremely oily which I'm hoping is just a one off. I literally feel bloated and nauseous till now because of how oily the Saj was. It killed all flavors. The saj bread itself is delicious though. So many friends recommended this place, so I'm assuming someone accidentally added way too much oil in my saj? Like it was soggy, and my wrap was leaking of oil...husband got the eggplant with labneh wrap which was OK. I'm not sure I'd come back though honestly. read more

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Yalla, you are loved. So incredibly flavorful and fresh. I love the lamb saj (swap labne for tahina- because i'm dairy free) add turnip pickles. MUAH It's a super convenient stop if you're heading downtown from cap hill- hop on the 8 bus! read more

So flavorful, so fresh. This is one of those tiny spots that you will revisit again and again to sample everything on the menu because everything is so delicious. I ordered the chicken sarg, the flieh flieh, and the zaatar and labneh. The hot sauce and cheese on the flieh flieh was just the right amount of savory with a nice little acidic kick. Amazing, will be going back. read more

It was pretty good and the guy loved the specials. I went with my friends who don't usually have ME food and they liked it.

I tried this place for the first time tonight. Amazing and delicious food. Clean place. Nice menu. They wrap all sandwiches professionally. I will be back again. read more

Amazingly delicious Mediterranean fare, of the Palestinian variety. We got assorted mezze and flatbread to eat it with - there were a couple of special dip/spread/mezze options in the mix that day, and the flavors were amazing, with key ingredients eggplant, pomegranate pips, olives, and something with a nice spicy kick! I've had their meaty wraps on previous visits and they're always delicious. I'm not much of a falafel buff, my vegetarian spouse is - we both agreed that Yalla's was excellent though. An excellent take-out institution, purchase from walk-up window on sidewalk. If only this same food were available in a comfy dine-in establishment!! A girl can dream, habibi! Yalla! read more

I am such a sucker for good saj bread. I loved seeing so many vegan and vegetarian options, we decided to order the Falafel with saj and it exceeded my expectations. The only thing is the ordering system is a little confusing, I paid extra for hot sauce and then saw that the wrap already comes with hot sauce. This place also supports Palestine and I will continue to support them! read more

The food is always so good here! Taylor is so wonderful, she does so much for this community.

The best. Full stop. Quite a cute quirky place where the menu limitation completely works. Focus on a few things you do well and do them phenomenally. The Saj with chicken was amazing. Flavor rich. Enough sauce but not overwhelming. Not so stuffed full that it was a challenge to eat while walking. Enough to fill you up but not overeat. I could go on. Cooked fresh. The bread was wonderfully done - with great flavor and texture. The meat was super yummy with spices that tasted pretty unique. The whole combo of fresh veggies with the outstanding Noum garlic sauce and pickles - chef kiss. A burst of flavors. I walked a ways to get here and I plan on going at least one more time while in Seattle. I told everyone at my conference. When I'm willing to send all my friends and people I've met - you know the food is top notch. Highest recommendation. 5/5 read more

THE BEST FOOD IN SEATTLE HANDS DOWN. Let's talk about the lahme Khufu with the pomegranate molasses absolutely to die for. Their labneh is a DREAM their fermented hot sauce is my favorite hot sauces TOP TEIR. Can't recommend this place enough. If you like good food it's an absolute must. read more

A good place for a quick bite of middle eastern flavors. The saj bread tastes like a mix of pita and naan, soft and chewy. The filling for the sausage + cheese wrap was decent. There were some fresh veggies in there plus mint. On the heavy, salty side. read more

Yalla Seattle - Sausage and cheese saj - Arabic Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Simple and to the point. I haven't had anything I didn't like here. Good luck finding parking. It's worth the hassle. Their menu isn't large, they make what they make. Don't expect to dine in either. This is street food. When you order, you will be waiting outside. I recommend putting in an online order and walking up when it's ready. If you add lebneh to your order, understand the bottom will be full of juice so be careful when eating. One day I made the mistake of eating all the way down and unwrapping the bottom while I was still in my car. Mess everywhere. read more

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BEYOND delicious. I wish I lived closer. The baba ganoush is probably the best I've ever had, and the saj sandwiches are so satisfying, especially after drinking at Montana or Revolver! My favorite is the lamb and labneh sandwich with added eggplant. They're also wonderful people who do a lot of important outreach and good work. So glad we have Yalla in Seattle! read more

Delicious! And the pickled vegetables make a great snack. Had the falafel yalla and it had great flavor. There's nowhere to sit inside so bundle up and people watch on Olive. The food is messy to eat so grab lots of napkins. read more

Good falafel wrap, although I felt like it was too wet and difficult to eat because of the volume of the tahini in the wrap. I'll be back again to try the beef (which the cashier recommended) and the lamb. There's no inside seating, but enough room for two people on the green bench out front, and it was dry in the drizzle (although we would have been wet if it had been a real rainstorm). read more

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My husband is Egyptian and has some high standards for wraps like this, and his standards are rarely met in Sab Francisco. We stopped here on the way through Seattle and ordered two saj- one chicken and one eggplant and lebneh. We were blown away! The ingredients are fresh and we'll prepared. My husband couldn't stop raving about how they did the chicken just right (save for the absence of pickled cucumber). We also ordered a side of falafel and loved that they were freshly fried to order. Probably some of the best falafel we've had. Lastly, we loved Yalla Seattle for it's anti apartheid and anti genocide stance! We love supporting businesses that are against genocide read more

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**vegetarian review** I am amazed I never knew about this place until recently. It's a small location in cap hill open till late and only does takeout. I have tried few different things on their menu and so far all have been incredible! They are very quick, very reasonably priced and delicious!! My go to late night meal place now b read more

Yalla Seattle - Labneh Saj and Fityr Saj - Arabic Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Lahme khuruf (lamb) & labneh wrap is DELICIOUS. Hummus is good with their freah unleavened bread, but a bit a bit on the thick side since they make it and refrigerate it ahead of time. While there, buy Palestine mug for your non-bux coffee! read more

Loved their home made bread they used to make the sandwiches. I loved the fleih fleih harra saj and how cheesy it was! I wish the hot sauce was a bit hotter but still had a great taste. The lady working the window was sweet and made sure the food was served in a reasonable amount of time! read more

Yalla Seattle - Arabic Near Me - Seattle, Washington

After a long drive up to Seattle, my friend recommended going to this place. I never had Arabic food before, so I wasn't sure what to expect but I wasn't disappointed. Not only was their service super quick but it was a really cool experience to see how they make it while waiting for the food! My friend and I sat outside and it was really fun to chat over enjoying the food. The tahini sauce was amazing and complimented the wrap well, which was also very filling and delicious. This would be a great place to stop by for a quick bite or for lunch if you're in the area! read more

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The beef wrap is seasoned very well. I recommend eating it when it's scorching hot so you get that fresh juicy taste. I ordered mine without onions or tomatoes since I don't typically eat those and it was perfect with the Tahini sauce. read more

Yalla Seattle - Beef wrap - Arabic Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Amazing food and friendliest staff! The saj sandwiches are delicious and the desserts are unreal - my favorites are the milk pudding and atayef. Highly recommend! read more

This place hit the SPOT. My friend and I were debating whether to cook or grab food in cap hill since it was so late and we chose the latter. HOWEVER, of course cap hill is popping off on a Friday night ..duh! So finding any sort of restaurant with a decent wait time at later hours is pretty difficult. Also, parking is always a menace. We got super lucky to find a spot directly outside of Yalla and we're looking for something that was quick service but tasty. The reviews looked promising! The place looks like it's run by one woman - Kudos to her! She was super kind and helpful with recommendations. We got the Batinjan Eggplant Saj extra spicy with tahini. It was bussin'. The saj is so tasty and the filling itself was so yum. I will say there's a fair amount of oil but it's sooo good and reasonably priced. I would definitely go again. It's pretty filling, and easy to eat if you unwrap the foil slowly. Definitely try it. Oh, and it's to go only! read more

I really wanna like this place, but don't wanna go there anymore. The owner was super rude last time I was there and I walked by just now to get a wrap and the cook was outside sucking down a stinky cigarette. I'm giving up on this spot, $18 for a falafel is too much to pay for a grumpy jerk of an owner and stanky cigarette fingers making it :( read more