Walk up.. falafel sandwich. win.. service is great, easy, quick, just do it already read more

Awarma is absolutely divine. The tart olives go so well with the savory Lebanese beef. I add labneh to add a creaminess to the wrap. Highly recommend for anyone looking to try something new. read more

Take it from an actual Lebanese person who moved to Seattle straight from Beirut; this is the ONLY AUTHENTIC SAJ in the entire Greater Seattle Area. Mamnoon, Goodies, and all the other places are either low quality or white-washed remakes and not traditional or authentic in the slightest. Yalla tastes amazing because it sticks to the true roots, flavors, and ingredients that make it so delicious. Chef Taylor has honed her skills all over the Middle East and I can happily vouch for how awesome her Lebanese cooking skills are! Saj sandwiches are made to be eaten on-the-go with one hand, an entire meal in your hand. They are designed to be pop-up windows all around Middle Eastern cities; Yalla sticks to that same design language. To those complaining about not having a place to sit; you're missing the entire point. Best Middle Eastern food in Seattle, hands down. read more

Literally my fave restaurant in Seattle. Food is unreal, haven't had a bad thing in many visits. Service is impeccable, convenience is also a big plus with the walk-up. Hankering to return. read more

I ate at Yalla for the first time and it was amazing! This will be a new local favorite stop. read more

Yalla Seattle - Social distance experience - Arabic Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great little take out spot. Got to try the cheese wraps really filling and tasty, I should try the other options they have the next time we visit! Service is quick and very friendly staff. See everything done in front of you behind the glass. Give it try! read more

Yalla Seattle - Arabic Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The Best Syrian food ever in Seattle, first time and i am coming back every weekend for sure the food is insanely delicious reminds me back home. I would gave you guys 8 stars if available read more

Easily my favorite place to eat on this block! I come here at least once or twice a week to get my fix. The employees are super kind and hard workers. Food comes out fast! Which is great for when I need to grab something healthy and fulfilling before a long shift of bartending. Taylor the owner is so passionate about her business and it shows. Her menu slaps! I recommend the falafel saj, eggplant saj, and the flieh flieh harra and cheese saj. read more

I love yalla!!!! Their batinjan and cheese wrap is my favorite. I've tried all of the other wraps and they do not compare. Either they are too salty or not flavorful enough. But this one is amazing!!!! Always super filling and yummy. It's literally so good. I'm not even vegetarian but at this place I eat vegetarian. read more

Got a pudding rose water pistachio topped dessert to share and everybody enjoyed it. As for my main meal.. i got the Zaatar.. at first it was really good but when I got to the middle of the wrap, it was way too salty because of thick spread. I'm sad but the food smelled really good and I would go back to try other stuff. read more

This food looks really great under a microscope!

When you open up a new walk-up window and you sell out in 4 hours on the first day, you know you're doing something right! Made to order Saj wraps and the best mezze around make this a no brainer. If you never made it to one of Yalla's many pop-ups over the last few years, here's your chance to see what you missed. read more

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Healthy and fast!!! This is a staple for me when I want a quick and yummy meal! First time trying Palestinian food too!

This was my first time stopping by to grab something here (after walking past it hundreds of times) and this place is legit delicious. I wish it had some space to sit and the wait wasn't great since I was in a bit of a rush (that's my own fault though). But totally happy with the service and the food. I was mainly floored by how FLAVORFUL the falafel sandwich was! I've had plenty of falafel, plenty of wraps, etc. but wow yes so. much. flavor. Bursting with flavor. (Flavortown™, if you will). Next time you're craving a good wrap, head on over. read more

To put it simply, Chef Taylor Cheney's 'Yalla' is a culinary marvel. Each plate is crafted to a perfection and the explosion of flavors will have you coming back for more. Taylor's unrelenting ambition paid off. You can't miss this. read more

Really delicious and authentic Middle Eastern food- reminiscent of my Lebanese roots! My favorites are the beet yogurt (shamandar), the hot pepper saj with labneh added (house-made and cheap), and the hummus! Best hummus I have had in the states. The saj bread for sandwiches is made fresh to order and so pillowy. This place is also waay cheaper than the other businesses that were there before. Awesome addition to the neighborhood. Their crew is rocking it. We will be back! read more

Yalla Seattle - Making my fresh saj bread - Arabic Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Ordered chicken saj with labneh and falafel. Delicious and filling. Order an extra saj and make it into two wraps.

The first time I went to Yalla I was originally passing by on my way to Crumble and Flake at the end of the block, was immediately drawn in by the music and the smell of spices. I got the Batinjan and added labneh, which was the perfect addition to cool the savory heat from the fermented hot sauce. The fried eggplant was rich from absorbing the other flavors and seasoning and balanced well with the fresh greens and tomato, and with the tang of the olives. Whole olives! My girlfriend got the Jibneh and added labneh to hers as well because how could you not? Or as she said, "How could you labnot?" She thought the sesame was the dominant flavor and was pleasantly surprised by the way it tied everything together. We also got their Roz bi Haleeb (rice pudding with rose water and pistachios) and holy moly I can honestly say it's the best dessert I've ever had--the pistachios add a perfect crunch to the soft rice and it's perfectly sweet. I've thought about it everyday since! I also think it's great that they donate proceeds from their sales to support various organizations and causes like the PCRF and most recently the Lebanese Red Cross! read more

WOW. Everything we tried here, from the falafel saj to the rice pudding, was absolutely delicious. Will definitely be coming back.

Capitol Hill - welcome to your new favorite walk up Middle Eastern place. Open from late afternoon to late night, Yalla offers a wonderful array of cuisine featuring dishes from Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, and Egypt - all to go! From Saj Wraps (Zaatar, Jibneh and Hot Pepper) to standbys like hummus, the flavors are amazing and ingredients are incredibly fresh. They have incredibly flavorful messe (the Foul Medames is personal favorite; very savory and hearty dish of fava and garbonzos) and Raheb (charred eggplant salad), and the Muhummara are wonderful. (Did I also mention that the hummus is truly the best and has the consistency of velvet? Get some extra sag for that for sure!) The owner is very well travelled and she clearly knows the breadth of Middle Eastern cuisine and her talented staff is also highly knowledgeable, committed and skilled in crafting each of these dishes by hand (you can clearly see the hard work and prep that goes into each dish they are preparing for you). The prices are incredibly reasonable for the amount of food you get (*and as a plus, nearby bars like Montana happily accommodate your to go order, so you can eat an entire Middle Eastern feast with friends while enjoying a few 'Moscow Mules). You can do a lot worse! read more

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Stopped by Yalla on my way home after a few weeks of telling myself I should try it out, and I was quite pleased. I ordered a Za'atar wrap on their wonderfully soft Saj bread (which I'd describe as a pita flattened into a tortilla) and opted to add chicken, which was so delicious that I feel sympathy for the vegans who come here. It was fork-tender and braised in an herbal blend, then kept moist in a big cooking pot. The Saj is kept dry in large plastic bins lined with paper, so contrary to what other reviewers have said it was still fresh at 6pm. Each wrap is topped with cucumber thinly-sliced lengthwise, skinny tomato quarters, brined green olives, and fresh mint leaves. So no Subway bulge--this is not a burrito. The Saj was strong enough that it held together well despite the olive oil. Yes, the wraps are just under $10 without adding protein, but if you consume chicken I would very much recommend spending the extra for it. And if you're expecting to pay Panera price for a wrap here, you're missing the point. The balance of flavor and preparation makes it worth the cash, I think. I'll definitely be back! read more

Love this place so much. They have great food, great hours, and I have never been disappointed with anything I've gotten here. My go-to is the Flieh-Flieh with Harissa, but if I'm not in the mood for spicy, their Jibneh is bomb. Speaking of spicy, sometimes they'll sell their fermented hot sauce to take home and it is absolutely amazing. Their rice pudding is one of the best I've ever had, but I'm admittedly a sucker for rose water. read more

Extraordinary food! The best middle eastern food in the country. It will blow your mind!

I am fortunate enough to live around the corner from this place and I have been here 3 times since I discovered it. Holy cow, the saj wraps are so good. My boyfriend and I have tried 4 or 5 different menu items and everything has been incredible. My personal favorite is the lamb wrap, but the falafel and the beef kefta are amazing as well. The ladies running the shop are super sweet and you get a lot of food for the price. read more

When my husband picks up food from here I just tell him to pick something for me at random because all of it is that good. Seriously. All of it. FYI- the fermented red pepper paste is HOT (but also really good!). Occasionally the wait time is a little long, but there are about a hundred places to grab a beer while you wait. If you haven't been here yet, you need to go! read more

Love their Muhammara dip, it's absolutely delish! We also tried the Falafel Wrap and Flieh Flieh Harra saj, they were both huge portions for one person each and were flavorful and filling! Pretty good option for a takeout meal! read more

I live in the Eastside and found myself in the area a couple of weeks ago just in time for lunch. I ordered the Lahme Khuruf, some turnip pickles and side of hot sauce. They were all delicious, especially the turnip pickles which are a childhood favorite. One thing I do wish is that there were an option to add hot sauce directly to the wrap because it was so awkward and messy to try add it as I ate. It's all very tasty though and I can't wait to go back and try more! read more

Absolutely delicious and amazing service by chef-owner, Taylor. A must visit for some amazing middle eastern-inspired street food.

not authentic at all...coming from a syrian lebanese person, this is not shawarma and the meat looked raw/had weird texture. if you want authentic food go somewhere else. suprised there are so many good reviews... read more

Great great food. Awesome service. The chef is very sweet and welcoming. She is passionate about Middle Eastern cuisines. Kafta sandwich was the best. I can't wait to be back. read more

Been meaning to try Yalla for ages! I picked up a Lahme Khuruf Saj (lamb and pomegranate wrap), and it was freaking amazing. Packed full of flavor, and I also have a love affair with arugula. It's also super juicy so it's a bit messy to eat. I would love to try the falafel, or the fityr (mushroom wrap).... actually, the whole menu looks very good. Pickup window is a breeze to order from - it's set up well and I'm happy to see that they seem to be doing well during these weird times. read more

I had the hot pepper saj wrap. It was good, flavorful and spicy. The saj bread was delicious, crisped up a little on the outside and soft in the middle. My only complaint is the price. $11 for a small wrap ($9 for the wrap + $2 for cheese) with no meat seems pretty outrageous. My buddy ordered the fatteh and had a similar sentiment ($13 for a small albeit delicious container of food). Based on other reviews, it looks like they've actually raised their prices a few times since opening two weeks ago. Coincidentally, they came out and increased the price of the hummus w/beef by $1 (was $8, now $9) on the chalkboard menu while we were sitting there waiting for our food lol. Anyways, I hope they stick around since the food was on point. But they need to figure out their prices and offer more value if they're going to keep dishes in the $10 to $15 range for street food. Even something cheap like a side of pita chips would probably have served to stifle this creeping suspicion that I've been bamboozled. read more

I had the lamb and cheese saj (wrap) and my husband had the zaatar chicken saj. We also got a side of baba ganuj. We RARELY eat out, but made the exception because the food here is so delicious and fresh. They had outdoor seating and they were so friendly. I will be back for more of that lebneh cheese and baba ganuj! Cheers, you all! And congrats on a fantastic restaurant! read more

Fantastic. Everything is fresh, spiced wonderfully, and packaged very nicely. You can tell that they really care about their food, and the hummus is out of this world. Neighborhood gem. And they're open for lunch!!! Get over here WFH crowd! read more

This stand is so cute and the food is delicious! I would totally recommend trying the batinjan with cheese. One of the employees recommended it and it did not disappoint read more

Yalla Seattle - Arabic Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Simply amazing! We need a quick but substantial bite before heading up to the mountains for my best friend's wedding. The wraps are a solid size and the flavors are super on point. Would go here again next time we're in town! read more

Great value spot hiding out in Cap Hill. Would recommend trying any of their wraps. They look a little small, but will definitely fill you up. Strong quality deep flavored meats gently wrapped up. What more do you want out of a sandwich place? read more

Excellent food , wonderful atmosphere. Walking distance from my home . A Young , talented woman chef who has been sharing her art for many years now and it shows . Everyone is approachable, passionate about their craft , community oriented . I will be back for sure , in fact this place is from here on , on my steady rotation of my go to favorites . read more

I had a slower weekend so I went to Yalla with a friend on Sunday. Our plan was to get everything to go, then eat it at a nearby park. I ordered Lahme Khuruf and a side of falafel. Both were amazing in flavor! The wrap itself, however, was soggy and fell apart as I was eating it. My friend ordered the Awarma. It wasn't nearly as tasty (it was kinda bland, so he ended up using the extra sauce from the falafel). It was also really greasy, and the grease leaked all over his shirt and shorts. read more

I love this place. Rivals top Saj eateries in the middle East. The Saj is high quality. The cheese mix is amazing, the labneh is awesome, the Zaatar is fresh and very tasty. It does not seem like they skim on quality, the simple things like their olive oil, the olives they use in the Saj, the mint, all tastes like it is super fresh. Can't wait to try the lamb Saj next and Fatteh. Keep up the good work. read more