Gyro Cafe
107 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA, 98112
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Address :
107 15th Ave E
Seattle, WA, 98112 - Phone (206) 324-6435
- Website https://www.gyrocafeseattle.com/home
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 8:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Caters : Yes
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Jason T.
EXCELLENT GYROS!!!! Had the lamb and beef gyro with a side of basmati rice. BEST gyro I've ever had! The meat is very well seasoned and makes all the difference! Couldn't have been better!!!!
(5)Jason G.
Not that great of a place at all. I ordered a gyro and fries. The gyro meat seemed kind of stale and not juicy and fresh like other places. Also, they don't give you very much meat and try to cover it up with extra veggies. Also, the guy seemed kind of insulted when I asked for 2 sides of chile sauce. Awkward. Finally, the tables were dirty and the floors were uncleaned. Finally finally, I went in here a couple days ago asking politely to use the restroom. They had 2 customers. The girl at the counter said no despite me obviously not being scruffy and despite me asking twice. Rude.
(2)ShmoHaw K.
The falafel is really unique, unlike others I have had. The balls are bigger and the flavor is almost a little Indian because of what looks and tastes like a turmeric addition to the spice mixture. One of my favorite things about this place is being able to substitute hummus for tzatziki. That makes the wrap completely vegan, and provides far more substance to the meal. The spicy addition is just sriracha, which is a little boring, but it works ok. The vegetables are always fresh and crisp inside the wrap. The pita holding it all together is large and fluffy. The price (about $8 after tax) is a little more than typical for just a falafel sandwich, but based on the flavor, freshness, and hummus, it is justified and worth it.
(4)Ajax a.
Best baklava I have had in years. Not cloying sweet, or soggy, but a nice balance of nuts, honey, and crispy filo. We love the falafel gyros so much that we rarely order anything else. Big and messy, with crispy fried falafel and soft pillowy pita (which doesn't have much flavor, but I love the texture contrast). Very friendly service.
(4)David T.
Excellent food. I always get the lamb and beef gyro and it's always good!
(4)Jasper R.
Great food. The cook adds a lot of flavor to the dishes. Exceptional value for the price of the food and the location.
(5)Greg L.
Delicious Middle Eastern food at very reasonable prices. The owner and staff are friendly and take pride in ensuring that you enjoy your meal.
(4)Natalie M.
Went for the first time today and had the chicken gyro. It was amazing! If you are in a hurry and want chicken, call in and order ahead of time, because they cook the chicken fresh when you order and takes 15-20 min. Definitely worth the wait though! Oh and if you like spicy, definitely add on the hot sauce!
(5)Hanna G.
The lamb and beef plate is to die for, the gyro is really really good very well seasoned just melts in your mouth!!!
(5)Joop V.
I have walked pass Gyro Cafe many times but never had a chance to stop by until last week when I had a sudden craving for Gyro. I ended up stopping by this placed as it was the closest gyro place that I could get to during lunch. I initially thought this place was just another place that was dying, waiting to be replaced by another vendor. However, I was pleasantly surprised as it was actually quite frequented during lunch time by people nearby. I ordered a gyro to go and the lady at the cashier was really nice and pleasant. My gyro tasted good and yummy and definitely hit the spot for what I was craving...so, this place definitely works for me. I would definitely stop by this place again in the future now that I found out how tasty their food is. P.S. they don't accept AMEX here (Visa/MasterCard are fine though).
(4)Justine F.
BEST GYRO MEAT EVER. There is absolutely no other gyro place in Seattle that is as good as this place. The falafel is great too, but I always order the lamb and beef shwarma because it is just too good to pass up. Only downside is they sometimes close early or sometimes for a whole week when Hassan (the owner) is out of town... There's been two times that I've been super excited to eat there and it's been closed, but alas, you can't be too mad at the hardworking owner for taking a much needed vacation.
(5)Carolyn J.
I have been here a few times and we have had various items on the menu. Good fresh and and fairly quick. The gyro is our go to. Greek fries are yummy. Chicken shwarma is great. The customer service is always on point. Very friendly. And it's clean!
(5)Eleni K.
Amazing and delicious. The owner is very friendly and the food is a great price. I come here all the time since it's so good!
(5)Ashley K.
The lamb gyro is amazing, I like the spicy and the regular... Depending on what mood I'm in. The fries are always cooked fresh and crispy. My husband really enjoys the falafel gyro. Once they were out of falafel they made him a veggie gyro with hummus which he really liked as well. The staff is always super friendly and nice as well.
(5)Logan D.
Homeboy was crazy nice thought he was about to offer to do my taxes food was and oasis of lamb and tzatziki super rad place
(5)G E.
I came in on a walk with my son, despite mediocre reviews. As a result, I have to distrust 90% of reviewers as most of you rubes don't know what you're talking about. For walk-up counter Mediterranean cuisine in Seattle, this place has the best falafel I've tried so far (comparing to Aladdin, Shawarma King, and Mediterranean Express-and a couple of joints in near Pioneer square that I forgot the name of). I've only been there once, but the flavor profile on the falafel sandwich was excellent. The falafel itself was crispy on the outside and very moist on the inside. It's not my ideal texture, as what I was used to before moving to Seattle was a similar taste, but dryer batter inside. Also, unlike most east coast falafels, which tend to use tahini, Gyro cafe uses tadziki. It is not a bad mix--quote the contrary--a bit messy (but a good falafel always is...if you're trying to walk and feed a toddler bites at the same time). Either way the sandwich was very good, served on a soft warm Greek-style pita (no internal pocket like big grocery store pita bread). I also tried their lamb-beef plate (most similar restaurants typical call a "gyro plate"). The plate was good, with gyro meat being of a predictable style and consistency. Unlike most restaurants the balance of salad/humus to meat rice was a little different. Far smaller meat portion, with a very flavorful tadziki with fresh spicy garlic. The salad was delicious as well. Rice was filled with more flavor than yellow coloring (no coloring, lots of butter and garnished with parsely) - simple and flavorful. For the cost, some people may complain about the smaller meat portion, but in terms of a healthy meal with good flavor, this place has it--I prefer quality to quantity ALWAYS. I was very very disappointed while waiting and looking, hungrily, at a chicken skewer someone else had ordered, lamenting that I did not purchase any tasty-looking-meat-on-a-stick, for myself. Other notes: Toddler approved. Downside, he ate half my sandwich.
(5)Oooh M.
If you haven't been here then go! Go now! The owner is a funny guy and he serves authentic food. Best gyro I've had in a long long time. The falafels are also yummy. Clean, quiet, quick.
(5)Amanda G.
If you're in the area and looking for a loaded and delicious falafel, look no further. I love their beef/lamb gyros and their falafel gyros. So good! Also you can get it "spicy" by adding their chili sauce, YUM! The girl that I usually see working here is adorable, sweet and recognizes regulars. I would have given 5 stars, except that on a few occasions I went here and they had closed early. Granted it was 20-30 minutes before close, but because the food only takes 10 minutes (tops) to prepare, I find this pretty unprofessional. If I was able to stop here for lunch after work it'd be perfect, but looks like I gotta leave work early to ensure I can catch my fix...
(4)Ian G.
--I've added a star to reflect a very thoughtful response I received from the owner but leaving the original review up for now. I have been invited back and want to give them another shot. Leaving the old review up until then-- I simply can't believe the
(3)R C.
Gyro- a bit of a unique take on this. Not entirely sure I like it. It's very heavy on the tzatziki and little light on the meat. The gyro meat was excellent, however. They grill the meat after shaving it off the rotisserie. Nice touch, that. Would very much like a bit more meat and a lot less sauce. Falafel- I lived in the Middle East for two years. This is unlike any falafel I ever had overseas. It has an odd flavour that I did not care for. It was honestly among the most unappetizing falafel I've had in the western world. Staff was friendly and easy to deal with. Not sure about returning. The gyro was at best mediocre. They have the ability to make it great but they need to change a couple details first. Would definitely not recommend the falafel.
(2)Deborah S.
The gyros here are amazing. The meat is cooked traditionally on the vertical broiler but then onions and other spices are added to take it to the next level. The portions are big, and the prices reasonable. The cook, who I believe is the owner also, is incredibly friendly and kind and always goes above and beyond what is expected to make your experience here perfect. Coming here is a real treat that never fails to brighten my day.
(5)Sarah P.
I really really wanted to like this place - the staff is so nice and friendly and always chats me up whenever I stop by - but it just isn't great authentic Mediterranean food. The tzatziki and hummous are home made, yes, as is the baklava but the lamb I have always experienced is dry, and the schawarma is bland. "Spicy" schawarma which is just added sriracha (who really ever heard of such a thing, schawarma is not meant to be spicy much less doused with sriracha - schawarma is about the marinated juicy meat and little else) which makes no sense in Med food, and the lamb gyro is dressed up with all sorts of random extras (olives, cucumber etc) to disguise the fact that the lamb is dry. Very off the mark. The chicken items are a little bit better as the chicken is made to order and isn't a spinning slab of meat being kept warm by a warm red light, so it is juicier and spiced pretty well. But still is basically chicken in a pita with yogurt sauce. Also, the rice is just basmati rice with a little parsley in it, and is super sweet. Maybe some people will like it, but again this is just not proper med food. If you are from the Midwest or the East Coast and are looking for the kind of Arabic/Mediterranean/Middle Eastern food that you are accustomed to, this is not the place. Three stars instead of two since the staff is so friendly and the menu prices are relatively cheap and in accordance with what you are getting.
(3)Alexandra K.
The Gyros Cafe is a diamond in the rough in the Capitol Hill Neighborhood. Family owned and operated, all of the food is painstakingly handmade with only the finest and freshest materials, and if you ever have the pleasure of passing through, I highly recommend that you stop by. I had the pleasure of working here for two months when I needed a temporary job and the owner, Hassan, needed a temporary worker, and it remains the best job I have ever had. The owner, Hassan, is a family man with a lovely and equally hard working wife, supporting a young daughter and son. Born in Morocco and raised among the culinary arts of traditional Moroccan cuisine by his parents, the humus, tzatziki sauce, the babaganoush, even the baklava (which takes him no less than two hours to make), all of it, is painstakingly handcrafted by the one and only owner and chef. I time and time again came into work to groans of how he had to stay up until 2 or sometimes even 4 in the morning just preparing food (and by the circles under his eyes I had no doubt). And all of it is prepared in a strictly pristine environment. I will never forget the fateful night when, while taking out the trash and exchanging gloves, I, at the end of a long and tiring day, mistakenly reached for the gloves box before washing my hands. This simply would not fly with Hassan, and I sat for another twenty minutes listening to how detrimental that could've been. Never again did I go anywhere near anything that looked like a trashcan without washing my hands afterward. Hassan is an overworked and extremely honest businessman, and his all hand made and natural food is nothing short of amazing. Check it out.
(5)Nathan R.
So, I'm a huge fan of Mr. Gyros. I had an office nearby for years- and went there often. Therefore, my bar for top quality gyros is up there. That said, Gyro Cafe is a great little gem to find on 15th. Great lamb/beef gyro plate- loaded with meat and everything else is fresh and tasty! Great find on 15th!
(4)Ashraf H.
Lamb gyro sandwich was good but it could have been on a larger pita to hold the meat and tomatoes. Should also come with a side item for the price. Would also be nice if there were fountain drinks.
(3)N J.
I always get the lamb and beef plate and it is fantastic. I get it about once/week. This is probably my favorite place on 15th.
(5)Larissa K.
Hassan, the owner is super friendly and will remember your name. Everything I've had has been great, though I usually get the gyro salad, (a very healthy, as well as yummy meal). It's not "fast food," but rather good food that's pretty fast. While there's nothing special about the decor, but there is is a big front window if you like people watching.
(4)Miki M.
Lamb/beef gyro with a little sriracha for me. Lamb/beef salad for boyfriend. Yum for both!
(5)Stephen S.
I ordered the lamb plate. The lamb was very flavorful and tender, the rice was season nicely, the salad was fresh and the bread was warm. Overall I felt that the quality was very good. I'll definitely be returning here.
(5)Jill A.
I was hoping that this place would be my new goto for greek take out, but the dinner I had this evening was unsatisfactory. It was expensive, the meat was greasy, dry and tasteless, even though I didn't get that much to begin with. The rice side it came with was bland and something, frankly I could've done myself at home. The service was pleasant, but for value or taste, I won't be returning.
(1)Liz L.
I had the falafel plate because I was excited to try the falafel, pita, hummus and the greek salad and couldn't pick just one. Absolutely delicious flavors which I am sure I will crave again soon. The falafel and pita were the perfect texture. The woman working the counter was super nice and welcoming The falafel, rice and lettuce were abundant. Sadly, everything else was in short supply on the plate; just a bit of hummus and tzatziki sauce, two greek olives and a small amount of popcorn seed sized feta (not enough to even know what the feta tastes like). I will come back but order each of the plate items a la carte so I can actually try them without having to carefully ration out bites!
(4)Sean C.
After finishing a 5k on Capitol Hill on Saturday, I was starving and told my partner I wanted Greek food. Right as we pulled out of the 17th Ave E neighborhood, we came across this little Greek place right next to the Salal CU on Capitol Hill. This Greek place had a black awning and just said "Gyro Cafe." We smiled and thought about how delicious Greek food is. So Raven and I mosey on into this shoppe. And there is a hand written sign that says "fresh food not fast food." I was STARVING, but we were dedicated to waiting so I ordered a lamb/beef gyro and Raven ordered a falafel gyro. We both ordered Greek fries and bakalava as well. Mmmm the gyro was delicious. It was so flavorful. We opted for spicy gyros and it definitely didn't disappoint me. I literally want to go back right now and eat another one. The Greek fries were very well seasoned. I was simply all around impressed by the DELICIOUSNESS of the food. I absolutely recommend! This is just such a fantastic find for Greek food in Seattle.
(5)Katrina M.
This is my second review of this place which opened a few years ago. I'm a really big fan of this spot. The owner is really nice and the girls/guy that work there are super great also! But the most impressive is the quality/quantity and flavor of the food. Simply and fabulously fantastic lunch or dinner stop for something delicious.
(5)Tim C.
I ordered the gyros (lamb and beef) plate "with spicy" (which just means with Sriracha), and it wasn't bad. The meat was pretty tasty, but the rest of the plate was just ok. The service was friendly, and the place is pretty clean. It's a pretty filling meal, and a decent place for a quick lunch. Although I haven't tried the other things on the menu, I think anything with lamb and beef is a safe bet.
(3)Daniel T.
Huge Spicy Lamb & Beef Gyro is top notch. Friendly folks will return when nearby!! Plus the fresh batch of Hummus with hot pita was equally great!
(5)Eppy T.
Had the hankering for some meat, taco style, but nuzzled softly in gooey flatbread and slathered with tangy sauce and crunchy veggies. The gyro cafe offered pretty close to that. I ordered a gyro plate that comes with white rice and a small greek salad. The waiter recommended the chicken kabob as the meat choice as it's the best they have, but there is a 10 minute wait as it's cooked from the raw form. We opted for the wait to try their best. I ordered my kabob spicy which really just constituted an line of sriracha sauce squirted across the top of the meat post cooking. Come on guys, I can take the heat, load me up...or better yet put sriracha out for us maniacs to destroy our stomachs with. This is why I carry a reserve bottle in my bag! They messed up my partner's order which was supposed to be a salad, but instead she got a plate as well. No compalints however. Pros: the price is decent, bout 10$ a person, should have been around 8 if you ask me 2 weeks after payday. The pita bread was delicious, though I imagine it was store bought. They tout their lemonade....which I may try if I wander back.
(2)Robert B.
Only had time for a quick gyro, but it was very good. Particularly notable was the fact the meat in the gyro was very nicely seasoned and moist! The staff is very nice and friendly, and they have a really nice variety of imported soft drinks in the cooler. Only reason I'm not giving them 4 or more stars is that I haven't tried enough of their offerings to be fair. But the gyro is quite good, possibly the best I've had in Seattle so far (sorry, Mawadda Cafe!). Check them out!
(3)Gee B.
This place is an incredible well kept secret. People can rave all they want about Mr. Gyros and other joints but I've been to both and continue to return to this place because it is exceptional with great service. The greek salad is excellent and comes with terrific homemade hummus. The gyro itself (ask for spicy) is exceptional with an extra generous portion of meat and a terrific kick. Its very reasonably priced and the service is terrific. Call ahead and enjoy! The only downside (if there is any) is that its not open enough!
(5)Julian D.
Great place if you want Mediterranean food. Excellent falafel gyro. I will come back here soon. Also, the environment is great.
(5)Emelia H.
I have nothing but good things to say about the Gyro Cafe. I have been there about once a week for lunch for the last 2-3 months or so, and I have yet to be unastisied with my meal. The gentleman who owns the establishment is very sweet and accomodates some of my dietary restrictions /requests when making my order. He and his staff work hard to ensure the food is just the way i like it, each and every time. I have tried their lamb gyros, gryo salad, chicken souvaki, chicken souvaki and gyro plateand they have all been yummy! I think sometimes the plates/salads would be better if there were a little more meat, but then afte eating them, I am always stuffed. Their pitas are damn tasty!!!
(4)Marisha S.
This was a very, very good gyro.
(5)Ani D.
Yummy, not too expensive and good customer service. Chicken takes 20 minutes but you can call ahead!
(4)Charlene I.
If you are in the Capitol Hill area around 15th Ave I definitely recommend stopping by this small restaurant. The gyro meat here is fresh and flavorful(some of the best I've tasted) and the staff are all really friendly. There's never a huge wait and a great option if you want some decent tasting greek food on the hill!
(4)Lyra K.
Delicious delicious delicious! I've tried just about everything. Once in a while, an order gets mucked up, but they're always happy to fix it and have even given me extra food for free. Everyone has been friendly, everything is clean and neat. My only complaint is no Sunday hours. ;)
(5)Kevin H.
Whenever I make it into Seattle and have time, I visit Gyro Cafe. The food is excellent and service is very good. My kids bug me to drive all the way from Kent to go there so you know it is a good. I've taken different friends and relatives there and they all have enjoyed the food. You get a great deal of food for the price and it is fresh. That is one of the biggest reasons I enjoy it so much. The owner/chef is dedicated to making sure the ingredients are fresh and you get an excellent meal for the money you are paying. Overall, the establishment is clean, the food excellent, and the price value is affordable. We'll be going there again and again for years to come.
(5)Tim R.
What a pleasant surprise! I popped in here not knowing what to expect and what I got was a tasty, moist gyro that left me wanting more. There is quite a large menu, so you are bound to see something you like. For me, lamb is that way to go. The restaurant itself is a decent size and allowed me to crack open a book with my meal without a problem. The staff was nice and willing to explain some of the stuff on the menu. The only issue I have here is that the price is a bit more on the expensive side for what is really not a large meal. Of coarse, the trade off is that what you do get is delicious. Oh, but whatever you do DON'T get the baklava; it tasted good, but it was a pathetically tiny piece for what I paid, so don't bother. Overall, it's worth a try.
(3)SJ P.
I must be averaging at least once a week on visits to this place. The food is dope (spicy chicken gyro with a side of rice FTW) and the service is good. The decor leaves a little to be desired, but the place is clean and if it keeps the delicious chicken gyros at a reasonable price, I can live with that. The ever-rotating cast of young, female cashiers is a little unusual, but they're all super friendly. Go team.
(5)Melissa D.
Second time coming here, this time for takeout. Just as tasty as the first time. Got dolmades and a yummy salad--delicious. My husband said he was waiting outside for them to open, and they opened early for him. Nice!
(4)Corinna K.
When I get off the bus at the end of the day, I'm generally daydreaming about what I'm going to eat for dinner. And on those days when I don't have anything in my fridge or pantry, and I really don't want to deal with Safeway madness, and teriyaki sounds unappealing, Gyro Cafe comes to my rescue. Conveniently located across the street from Group Health (and probably packed to the gills at lunch time), they're serving up the goods for good prices. I tend to go for the gyro plate instead of the regular gyro, although the regular gyro is massive and messy and everything it should be. Buuuuut I love rice, and the plate obliges, so that's just how I roll. The salad is always fresh - romaine, red cabbage, red onion, cucumber, green bell peper, tomato, kalamata olives, feta, oil & vinegar - and the pita bread is always grilled to warm it up. The rice is weirdly tasty and I love mixing in the not-too-garlicky tzatziki, although I know that's not exactly traditional. The hummus is yummy but the real star is the lamb & beef shawarma. It's grilled up with some caramelized onions and comes out all crispy and tender, in a plentiful heap, with the option of some Sriracha dumped on top (yes, always do that). The owner is super friendly too - when I walk by, even if I'm not stopping in, he always smiles and waves at me. It does take a little while to get your food, but who cares when it's fresh and tasty? Gyro Cafe saves my lazy tummy probably once a month or so and always, always makes me happy.
(4)Kristin W.
Yummiest gyros in this area. I always ask for NO tomatoes, but they always add them. However, the tastiness makes up for that small little oversight. Must try. MMM.
(4)Quazie Q.
Not really gyros, kinda a crummy looking hole in the wall, but tasty food filled pitas none the less. You will get worse service the closer to closing time it is. It seems like the people that work here are genuinely friendly - they just want to close early and seemed a bit frustrated when you come in within a half hour of close. I've eaten here a couple times, and will do so again, just don't expect a traditional gyro, do get it spicy (covered in sriracha sauce) , and do get the Greek fries, they are quite yummy. All in all a tasty place, just not the best gyros I've ever had.
(3)Kelley W.
Super good lamb and beef gyro. Its a great place for a filling lunch. Will be back again soon!
(5)Jesy F.
My boyfriend and I live a couple of blocks from Gyro Cafe. We love the food there so much. It is fresh and tasty. I recommend the plates. They come with a delicious salad that is a refreshing contrast to the lamb or falafel. The Dolmades are especially good too.. actually everything is good.. oh and if they have the babaganosh (not sure of the spelling..) I recommend that as well. We live in an area that has a lot of places to eat but we end up eating at Gyro Cafe the most because it is fresh and inexpensive.
(5)Pat Y.
Come here a lot for lunch cause I work in the area. I usually get the spicy lamb-beef plate. Comes with some tasty rice, hummus, lettuce, tzatziki sauce and a pita. It's a winner every time! Workers are friendly too.
(4)Kerry S.
I stumbled across Gyro Cafe at lunch time yesterday and was pleasantly surprised by how good it was! I ordered a spicy (Sriracha in the sauce) lamb gyro, and it was delicious. The pita was fresh, as was the lettuce. The meat was cooked really well. It was one of the best gyros I've had.
(4)Kelsey T.
Oh, how I wanted this place to be tasty. It instead was disgusting, still frozen and in clear violation of the health code. Was it the total of eight different occasions that I saw bare hands touching ready-to-eat food, when they had just wiped a nose, counted back cash, or come from pockets? Or was it the frozen falafel that I received? Or was it the deserts that were still in the Trader Joe's packaging that they claimed to the woman in front of me to be "homemade''? Was it the staff yelling at each other in front of customers? Let's just say hands touched lettuce should not count back change and go back to the lettuce. Ick. Needless to say, it was a regrettable experience. Avoid!
(1)Frank Z.
Been there twice, really hoping to get a tasty Gyro; however, both times the meat was pretty bland and dry. The overpriced miniature baklava was dry and tasted pretty bad. Save the trip.
(2)A P.
This is the best gyro we've had in Seattle! The guy who owns it is also very nice and seems to remember us though we only go once every couple of weeks. We generally get gyros only, but I've never been disappointed.
(5)Jenn H.
fabulous!! ordered ten gyros for a meeting and they were great! called us to ensure we were happy and I appreciate the effort!
(5)Lindsay R.
I was quite happy with my experience here. I had the classic gyro sandwich with a side of fries. It wasn't the best gyro I've ever had but the tzatziki was super fresh and the meat was tasty. The fries were perfectly fried, right on the edge of fried and over-fried, my favorite. It's clear they have some kinks to work out, but they've only been open for four days. I'm very happy to have a reasonably priced gyro shop around the corner.
(4)Corey G.
The falafel hits the spot every time. It's perfection and spiced just right. The owner is super nice and really passionate about providing delicious and authentic food. This place is a bit of a hidden gem. If you can't find parking, you can probably get away with parking at the Safeway just a block or two away ;)
(5)Stephen D.
Before going to the cafe some of the reviews scared me a little bit but I tried the place out anyways for lunch on a Friday. The cafe was very busy and the meal was ready very quickly. The store was clean, everyone was using gloves, and service was very friendly. This was the first time trying a gyro and I am looking forward to going back with my wife in the near future.
(5)Amelia C.
I tried this place once right when they opened, but withheld judgement until I gave them some time and tried it again. These guys better make some big changes if they hope to stay in business. The guy cooking (I think he's the owner) was nice, but the other staff...oh my. The lady who works the register is incredibly nice and mostly incompetent. I repeated parts of my order multiple times only to watch her write it wrong. I corrected her, and the two things I ordered still both ended up wrong. The other lady working was just straight up rude. I ordered a chicken shwarma and she turned around saying it would take 6 minutes to cook- like it was my fault for ordering chicken and wanted me to just order falafel like she was already cooking. She also told another customer she had no idea where her order was then just went along with her business. The food solidly meh. And mediocre food is not worth leaving in a bad mood for.
(1)Akshay B.
I had the chicken gyro. It was spicy..just the way I like it. I really liked the sauce that was dripping from the gyro. The chicken itself was well done..not too dry. Will be back for sure.
(4)Lala S.
I like this place! The lamb gyros are super yummy, especially as a "plate" with hummus and salad. Soft pita and flavorful lamb. Yuuummmmm!! I must admit I haven't tried anything else here since I always cave to the lamb gyros as soon as I walk in the door. Not super pricey and big enough to take home for a second meal.
(4)Leah W.
Reading these other reviews I obviously need to try the meat. The falafel plate I ordered was so-so. And I find it odd that they add spice using Sriracha. The apples in the Greek salad are also a misstep. To me that either says "we gotta use these apples before they get TOO rotten" or "I think I am really creative." Nope, its just weird. Also the salad was watery. The bread was really good, though, and tzatzki is always dank, obviously. I can see how those two items plus greasy meat could be a home run.
(2)K K.
Pros: Delicious gyros, friendly cashier. Cons, though very minor: Called ahead for take-out but the food was not ready (only took 3 or so minutes to make). Also, cook-guy was grumpy. Smile, dude. This is a SALE. :)
(4)Dannie P.
My neighborhood gyro cafe is my number one choice for a delicious affordable meal. I particularly like the lamb & beef gyro, but the falafel is also excellent.
(5)Calvin G.
Excellent food, super friendly, and three blocks from my house. It's never crowded and filling enough you can stretch a plate to two meals.
(5)Larry M.
Good gyros, owner is there and very friendly. Been there 4 times or so, will keep going. Good stuff! Only tried the gyros and fries, happy with both. Not so keen on the Sriracha sauce, would like to see something more "local" to where the gyros come from (wherever that is, I'm just pretty sure it's not Thailand).
(4)Christian B.
I do love their gyro meal. I got plenty of lamb and the salad that comes with it is seriously delicious-the apple is a very nice touch. I do not like the rice but will ask for fries next time. I think it's a little pricey but as someone else said, it is Capitol Hill. It's not the best place on earth however I am very happy they are here and want them to do well. Has anyone had the baklava? I really want to try it but not if it comes from CostCo as another reviewer stated. I wish they were open now!
(4)laura t.
i totally like this place. there are so many reasons why: 1. the owner is super nice. 2. they write orders on the papers they wrap the orders in. i don't know why, but i find this charming. 3. the gyros meat is totally delicious. 4. i think its reasonably priced, given how much food you get. 5. the sign is this orange, d-i-y number, complete with hand-drawn camels. 6. food is made to order. i love it here. i pray they stay in business. we try and go once a week, but i'm afraid we look like stalkers. oh well. i just can't get enough of that gyro.
(5)Christopher S.
Checking foursquare.com it says I have checked in 5 times .. I know i have been here at least 5 additional times. The owner after the 3rd time.. knows my name and says hello as a I walk in the door. I usually get the Lamb Gyro with no lettuce, extra meat and Extra tzatziki sauce. It melts in your mouth.
(4)dallas w.
Best hamburger EVER! He does not serve them every day, but when he does!! Perfect. I often have the Greek salad and it has never had apples in it or been watery. It is always very fresh and great. The meat slowly roasting smells like heaven. He gets a lot of regulars in and he has never been rude to me or the other workers. He is very friendly and nice.
(5)Adam V.
Most amazing falafel plate! Plus the staff is constantly welcoming and friendly. My husband and I eat here about once a week. I only wish it could be more. If your looking for great falafel and an amazing atmosphere look no further than the Gyro Cafe!
(5)Whitney k.
So reading the reviews some of it is true i think as they get there shit together there "shit" is getting much better. I always get the lamb beef gyro with some rooster sauce. The pita is always so fresh and yummy i freaking love it. The sauce they use is really good and the lettuce is always fresh. I really like the staff there and i think he gets stressed out when everyone from GHC comes over for lunch. I love that we have a different place besides teriyaki over here it was much needed. I have been happy with this place and they are very consistent which i like. Talking to more people who visit the place all the time they really like it too, they just don't write reviews. I know they were thinking about opening for breakfast too just have to work some stuff out. I will continue to get my gyros here for lunch YUM!
(5)Kathy S.
They must have figured out their work flow issues before I got there today, because I had a very pleasant experience. The staff was nice and speedy, and my gyro salad was great. Loads of veggies in light vinegrette with a good amount of gyro meat on top. It's a healthier alternative to most of the quick lunch options around GHC, and I was quite full afterwards. I'll probably eat here once a week from now on.
(3)Erin R.
Absolutely the best mediterranean/greek place in town. The food is fresh and absolutely delicious - try the housemade hot sauce! And the foul...and the falafel gyro...and the dolmades. It takes a while but is totally worth it.
(5)Jen T.
yummy food. some of the 1-2 stars reviews, are from when they first opened. they wear gloves when handing food. foods never been frozen or taken out of the packaging that I've witnesses I've had sandwiches, dinner plates, falafel they are all great and homemade. Owner friendly maybe a little overpriced but its capital hill never tried a dessert, so cannot asses that
(4)guine v.
If I could I'd be giving 3.5 stars - I'll round up because this is their first week in business. I went yesterday and ordered the Falafel gyro plate. As mentioned in another review, the plate comes with (meat or falafel), salad, hummus, tzatziki, rice (or fries) and pita cut into strips. Unlike the other reviewer, I definitely got an entire pita - I saw the guy cut it in front of me. Yes, the place still has some kinks to iron out - there were 2 guys in front of me and it took quite a while to get 3 orders out. A lot of the wait seemed to involve deciding how to assemble the food in the to-go containers. They certainly seem very new still - but I'm confident they'll be able to get a flow going once they've got a few more days under their belts. The food - the salad with apples was fantastic! Really added to the meal. I was worried about the falafel - the outside did not look like it had been in the fryer long enough - but they were plenty warm on the inside. A little dry, but very good. The tzatziki was great, and the baba ganoush (I got instead of hummus) was delicious. It was a TON of food for $7 - the rice was completely unnecessary, I'd rather have added some hummus. I'm thrilled for another cheap/good food option on the Hill, will definitely be back. I hope they expand their hours, because I tried to go on Sunday and right now they're only open Mon-Fri during the day.
(4)Ryan P.
I absolutely love this place and have been going regularly for about half a year now. Their lamb gyros are amazing, if you get it "spicy" they'll add sriracha sauce to it as well, which is highly recommended.
(5)Kara B.
Just ate here for lunch and the place was pretty empty but after just reading the other reviews I can see why. My meal consisted of the falafel salad. It wasn't anything stellar and the falafels tasted store bought. Thankfully the salad was pretty cheap but I seriously doubt I will be back.
(2)Mitch A.
Great falafel--as good as it gets. I've been twice and will be back often.
(5)Es C.
I usually walk right into Teriyaki Madness and never think about going into Gyro Cafe next door. But, without a kitchen for a whole week now doing a remodel and as much as I love the BiBimBop, I couldn't have another plate of Teriyaki anything. Decided to give the GYRO CAFE a try and I'm hooked! It's amazingly good. We even look forward to our lunches now, knowing we're going there for a quick bite. Great prices, very fresh and super authentically tasty!
(4)flower j.
Worst gyro I've ever had in my life. The meat was tough and not seasoned well. The feta was given to me as a big chunk on the side rather than in it. And the pita was cold and hard as a rock. The cashier was nice, but the cook was completely rude to her in front of me (and the rest of the cafe) and kept berating her about stuff. We didn't even eat our meal it was so bad. It was my son's first gyro, so I'm hoping it didn't completely ruin gyros for him and he will be willing to try another one sometime!
(1)Graham H.
Most importantly- really good gyros. Good price, friendly staff. Not a place to go for a nice sit down experience but perfect for pick up.
(4)Rob G.
I've been trying all their different sandwich variants, and each one has been a knockout. Very fresh and compares favorably to East Coast gyros.
(4)t m.
Yay, went back and am still a fan. Do yourself a favor and have the lamb shawarma (spelled it wrong previously--but it still tastes great!) Tried the felafel plate. It was good (came w/ hummus, salad, tzadziki) and was pretty tasty, but the shawarma is where it's at!
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