Harissa

This is by far our favorite restaurant in Seattle. The food is always always always so incredibly good.

Great neighborhood restaurant. Excellent food and large servings.

It’s a lovely upscale atmosphere great inside, while still feeling family run and intimate. All our food was very fresh... It’s a lovely upscale atmosphere great inside, while still feeling family run and intimate. All our food was very fresh with a beautiful presentation. Drinks were thoughtfully prepared, the food was delicious, with nice portions and the timing of the meal was fluid without feeling rushed. In addition, the live music was delightful. Read more Read less

Hot dishes were piping hot. Cold yogurt drink was refreshingly cold. Seafood was fresh and not over cooked. The pita br... Hot dishes were piping hot. Cold yogurt drink was refreshingly cold. Seafood was fresh and not over cooked. The pita bread was excellent. Salad was also very fresh and crispy. Dressing was light and delicious. Read more Read less

Host was very friendly. Salad and appetizer were excelleant. Seafood stew had a great sauce. Seafood was done just right... Host was very friendly. Salad and appetizer were excelleant. Seafood stew had a great sauce. Seafood was done just right, retaining the texture and flavors of each seafood. The only problem was the mix meat kebab which was over done. Read more Read less

Wonderful service and delicious food!

food was more authentic to us, having dined in Turkey and in Montreal. portions were nice. be adventurous! try the eggpl... food was more authentic to us, having dined in Turkey and in Montreal. portions were nice. be adventurous! try the eggplant salad, the lamb meatball stew, the seafood kabobs, and more! Read more Read less

Great food but restaurant is kind of cluttered and run down

Nice atmosphere (music) Good food. Very able waitstaff

The only negative aspect was two of us ordered pop. The cannister needed to be replaced. The staff was too busy prepping... The only negative aspect was two of us ordered pop. The cannister needed to be replaced. The staff was too busy prepping for another party that they didn't accommodate us. Not good service. Read more Read less

The food was great and the portions substantial. Our server was super nice and appeared at just the right time every tim... The food was great and the portions substantial. Our server was super nice and appeared at just the right time every time. Glad to have finally made it in - will return! Read more Read less

delicious herbed bread...yummy baba ghanouj

Very flavorful food, good service, nice dining room. Space is very tight. One or two loud diners would be a real problem... Very flavorful food, good service, nice dining room. Space is very tight. One or two loud diners would be a real problem. Read more Read less

The kebabs took a long time to arrive.

The appetizers were great, and the rest of the food was good. The ambience was lacking a bit.

The restaurant is quiet. Food is good. Their pita bread that comes with the appetizer is excellent.

The restaurant is very nice, the employees were very friendly and pleasant. The service was excellent. The salad and the... The restaurant is very nice, the employees were very friendly and pleasant. The service was excellent. The salad and the nan were very good but disappointed in the shrimp soup. Will go back to have the salad and the nan. Read more Read less

it took a very long time to be served and to even get our water.there was a misunderstanding about our bill and the wait... it took a very long time to be served and to even get our water.there was a misunderstanding about our bill and the waitress seem to get frustrated. We did not receive what we had ordered another misunderstanding however the waitress did get it cleared up and finally we got our food.it seemed very expensive for the amount of food we got. Read more Read less

Server was attentive but service was on the slow side

very very good food, service and ambiance

Quiet. Food was good.

The Walid's combo plate had delicious dips/spreads. However, it had only one piece of pita... not enough to soak up the... The Walid's combo plate had delicious dips/spreads. However, it had only one piece of pita... not enough to soak up the dips. We had to order two more, making the appetizer of dips and bread about $22. Meh. Also, the menu lists bulgar as the first ingredient of the tabbouleh- which signifies that it is the main ingredient. We got a pile of parsley and onions. Fine if that is what they want to serve, just don't lie about it on the menu. The server didn't offer to return it when we mentioned it, stating that the menu had an error on it. If we didn't have a coupon, I would have refused to pay for it, as it was not what I ordered. This place has great flavors (dips), and a fine atmosphere. Lacking in execution and value. It was not a terrible experience, but I would not return. Read more Read less

The chef is awesome, staff and service is excellent. The food is very tasty.

Food Quality was very good and wait staff was extremely attentive

The server was wonderful.Offered recommendations and was able to explain the various flavors of spices that we could tas... The server was wonderful.Offered recommendations and was able to explain the various flavors of spices that we could taste in our food. Read more Read less

Nice place to relax and dine. Waitstaff are always helpful and give the right amount of attention to their customers

Servers were attentive and friendly without being intrusive.

This restaurant is consistently superb. Only one customer service comment: We asked for a recommendation for a good, dry... This restaurant is consistently superb. Only one customer service comment: We asked for a recommendation for a good, dry, white wine and were pitched a Lebanese wine that was excellent. We went into shock when we got the bill, because the wine was $15 per glass. (I have never, ever spent $15 on one glass of wine.) We mentioned to the server that he needed to let customers know the price per glass of wines that he recommends. He mentioned that the price per glass was in the wine menu and I reminded him that we asked him for a recommendation and took him at his word. He removed the price of one glass from our bill and we tipped generously -- $10 on a $43 pre-tax, pre-coupon discount bill. We will go back again but will be wary of the wine prices. Read more Read less

Great food, good service.

Good and fast service, good food

Food is great, but pricey. Service was good. Location is kind of far from downtown Seattle or Bellevue.

had to wait for over an hour for our meal because there was only 1 waiter.He mixed up orders and the food was bland.

The hummus and pita is one of our favorite dishes. We also love the seafood stew. I don't think we've ever ordered anyth... The hummus and pita is one of our favorite dishes. We also love the seafood stew. I don't think we've ever ordered anything we didn't love. My husband had a Scuttlebutt ale and I had the Villa Rojo red wine...wonderful! ...and it's always nice to see Denzel. Read more Read less

We truly enjoyed our meal. The lamb special, was the best lamb we've ever had, and we were able to share it.

Musicians are a nice touch. On Friday, 10/12, the sound systems was a little loud for conversations at the table though.

Excellent experience, food, friendly stuff and owner.

The live band/music was great!

Music a bit loud on a Friday night.

Our meal was wonderful! We really enjoyed it. I'll definitely return.

Every meal I have ever had at Harissa has been excellent. I love it! Thank you.

This is my third visit, and I'm just as delighted with the food, service, and ambiance as I was the first time!

Love it!

Excellent authentic cuisine! Exceptional service. Chef Walid knows what he's doing! This is our new favorite restauran... Excellent authentic cuisine! Exceptional service. Chef Walid knows what he's doing! This is our new favorite restaurant. Read more Read less

Unusual menu, delicious stew! We are planning to return.

way overpriced compared to golden beetle or med kitchen

Love Harissa!

I expected good, and it was even better.

The food, lamb kabob and lamb kofta were outstanding, as was the lebnah appetizer. The only slightly negative thing was... The food, lamb kabob and lamb kofta were outstanding, as was the lebnah appetizer. The only slightly negative thing was that you seem to be somewhat stingy with the wine portions. I've had as much at wine tastings. Read more Read less

DELICIOUS FOOD and FABULOUS SERVICE. HAVE POSTED YOUR NAME ON OUR COMPANY BULLETIN BOARD!!!!!

I think having a hostess would help for more efficient seating/service, etc, rather than having the waiters/waitresses l... I think having a hostess would help for more efficient seating/service, etc, rather than having the waiters/waitresses leave their tables to seat people. Read more Read less

Wonderful food, service, and ambience. Highly recommend!!! A+++

Food,service excellent. Very friendly staff. Close to home!

Delicious, beautifully presented food. On Saturday night, live Middle Eastern music and bellydancing are another plus.

We had a lovely dinner at Harissa. Wait staff was attentive and flexible. Service was well timed -- nice lag times betwe... We had a lovely dinner at Harissa. Wait staff was attentive and flexible. Service was well timed -- nice lag times between courses. It was nice not to be rushed. Read more Read less

We love this restaurant!

We live nearby and this was our first visit, as the prices always seem high. With the coupon we were able to visit and... We live nearby and this was our first visit, as the prices always seem high. With the coupon we were able to visit and loved the food. Read more Read less

We love it here! Great food and great service.

The food was fantastic, the service excellent.

THe food was very high quality and well prepared. The lamb texture, taste and doneness were mouth watering. Thanks so mu... THe food was very high quality and well prepared. The lamb texture, taste and doneness were mouth watering. Thanks so much. Read more Read less

Great food, nice people, slow service. Chilly on a cold night.

Harrisa's is becoming a favorite --But dining area is cold this time of year. Had to eat with our coats on. We were sea... Harrisa's is becoming a favorite --But dining area is cold this time of year. Had to eat with our coats on. We were seated near the door and every time it opened we cringed. Read more Read less

We love the kabobs and rice! The food is consistently good. It's one of our favorite places to eat.

The special was $26. The server should have mentioned the price because it was way more expensive than we would have exp... The special was $26. The server should have mentioned the price because it was way more expensive than we would have expected for that type of dish. In general, all the prices are too high. We may not be coming back soon. Read more Read less

while we were served promptly, the place filled up and i overheard a table near us griping about it taking a long time.... while we were served promptly, the place filled up and i overheard a table near us griping about it taking a long time. the price for the dinner entrees seemed a bit high. Read more Read less

Absolutely delightful food and service! Walid's combo plate has four wonderful dips/salads served with a huge, perfectly... Absolutely delightful food and service! Walid's combo plate has four wonderful dips/salads served with a huge, perfectly chewy/crisp flatbread. The Lebanese hot tea was a delicious new experience for me, and the server was great about keeping my tiny glass full of the piping hot, refreshing tea blend that had just a hint of cardamom. Yum! Read more Read less

The eggplant and kabobs are wonderful, so is the rice. Great and friendly service. We love this place! Thank you!

enjoyed the live music (guitarist). Will be back.

Everything was fantastic- I've recommemded Harissa to several people since dining there 3 days ago.

With the coupon the price was ok but otherwise it was too expensive for what you got.

Surprisingly good! Wonderful pita bread.

This is now my favorite restaurant in Seattle. I took my parents there tonight and we were all blown away by the quality... This is now my favorite restaurant in Seattle. I took my parents there tonight and we were all blown away by the quality of the food. Delighted to see the restaurant was crowded. Read more Read less

Superbe, exquisite food. Very highly recommended.

Service was very slow. We were there on a Friday night, not too crowded, but took nearly one hour for our appetizer/meal... Service was very slow. We were there on a Friday night, not too crowded, but took nearly one hour for our appetizer/meal to arrive. Read more Read less

Food was awesome and servers were very nice, but it took 45 minutes just to get our apetizer. We did not recieve our foo... Food was awesome and servers were very nice, but it took 45 minutes just to get our apetizer. We did not recieve our food for over an hour and twenty minutes. There really needs to be more help in the kitchen and at least one more server. Again, I really enjoyed the food and it was top notch, but the service needs to be improved dramatically. Read more Read less

Walid was welcoming, kind & generous with his time in explaining ingredients in detail. He prepares daily specials for d... Walid was welcoming, kind & generous with his time in explaining ingredients in detail. He prepares daily specials for dinner; great find! Read more Read less

service seemed slow; luckily we were having a good time chatting

Belly dancer was great, too!

Great food and service. The new outdoor area needs some work, but I know this is a new restaurant.

The kabobs, rice and eggplant salad are great!

Excellent food and service; very nice decor.

Excellent food!!!

Food is good, but price ia a bit high and portion is small.

Once again, our dining experience was excellent. Thank you!