Mamnoon in Capitol Hill makes the best Middle Eastern food in Seattle, and also works for just about any dining situation.

For a quick lunch in South Lake Union, try Mamnoon Street. It’s a counter-service version of the original with a similar Middle Eastern menu.

Head to Ciudad, a Middle Eastern spot in Georgetown, for a solid mezze and grilled meat dinner that won’t be too expensive.

Urban Gyro is a Middle Eastern restaurant in South Lake Union that works well for a quick lunch or takeout.

Cherry Street Coffee is an all-day cafe that serves Persian food and sandwiches.

Aladdin Gyro-Cery is a Mediterranean spot in the University District that serves delicious falafel and gyros.

Cafe Munir is a great Lebanese restaurant in Ballard.

Miri’s Snack Shack is a Mediterranean concession stand at Golden Gardens in Ballard.

Aviv Hummus Bar is a casual Middle Eastern spot in Capitol Hill specializing in homemade hummus and falafel.

Bananas Grill is a Mediterranean fast casual restaurant in Columbia City with excellent gyros.

Bar Ciudad in Georgetown is a good bet for cocktails and Middle Eastern fusion rotisserie chicken.

For a Middle Eastern diner experience in South Lake Union, head to Eggs and Plants - and make sure you order the fries.

There aren’t many places you can drink froze while sitting on a swing in a rooftop bar, but M Bar in South Lake Union is one of them.