Sitti

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4.4

3136 reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

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Located in heart of downtown Raleigh, Sitti offers authentic Lebanese cuisine made fresh in house daily. We have all ABC permits and specialize in hand crafted beers as well as Lebanese and French wines. Our restaurant is capable of accommodating everyone from a single diner to large parties of up to 150. We also have an outdoor courtyard that is perfect for a sit down meal or just to enjoy a cocktail or two on a nice afternoon. Sitti is the perfect place to host company events, bridal receptions, or just a get together with friends and family. Please come join us for a great meal served with a smile, in an urban and exciting downtown area, at casual dining prices.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

1 Oct 2023

19:00

Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Lebanese
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(919) 239-4070
Website
http://www.sitti-raleigh.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Catering
Catering is available. Please email amy@empireeats.com
Private party facilities
Sitti accommodates a wide range of parties, from the private room downstairs to our open air courtyard, and the communal Sitti Table at the heart of the dining room. Large parties will enjoy the Family Style menu for seated dinners- or lunch- which easily translates to buffet service.
Private party contact
Reservation Specialist: (919) 239-4070

Location
137 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601
Area
Raleigh
Cross Street
Hargett
Parking Details
Street parking is available as well as two parking decks located within a block of the restaurant.
Public Transit
R-Line stop # R-19 (free bus line)
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

Mouhamra**US$7.99
Roasted red pepper and walnut purée mixed with spices and pomegranate molasses, finished with extra virgin olive oil
Hummus**US$6.99
Purée of chickpeas whipped with tahini, garlic, and lemon juice, finished with extra virgin olive oil
Baba Ghanouj**US$7.99
Roasted eggplant mixed with tahini, yogurt, garlic, and lemon juice, finished with extra virgin olive oil
Laban Bi Khiar**US$7.49
Yogurt blended with finely diced cucumbers, garlic paste, lemon juice, and mint
Feta Cheese Dip***US$7.99
Blended with basil, lemon juice, olive oil, and spicy roasted red peppers, served with crispy pita triangles
Labneh**US$6.99
Lebanese strained yogurt drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and za'atar

Hot Mezze

Kibbee MikliUS$7.99
Fried dumplings of ground beef and lamb mixed with cracked wheat and onions, then stuffed with sautéed minced beef and lamb, onion, pine nuts, and spices, served with labneh, and extra virgin olive oil
Cheese RollsUS$7.99
A mix of Gruyère, feta, mint, and spices rolled in paper thin pancakes then fried till crispy
Falafel**US$6.99
Crushed chickpea patties, seasoned and fried, served with tahini sauce and cucumber relish
Bacon Wrapped Dates**US$7.99
Stuffed with thyme-whipped goat cheese, served with spring mix and finished with pomegranate-balsamic reduction

Soup

Soup of the DayUS$4.49
Chef's daily creation
- CupUS$4.49
- BowlUS$5.99

Entrees

Chicken Shawarma***US$13.49
Thinly sliced marinated chicken thigh served with Sitti rice, grilled tomato, sumac onion, pickled wild cucumber, and garlic whip
Beef & Lamb Shawarma***US$14.99
Thinly sliced marinated tender beef and lamb served with basmati rice, grilled tomato, sumac onion, and tahini sauce
Falafel with Vegetables**US$15.99
Crushed chickpea patties, seasoned and fried, served with a mix of seasonal roasted vegetables and tahini sauce
Chicken Artichoke***US$16.48
Lightly breaded chicken breast, sautéed and served over basmati rice topped with sautéed artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, and capers, finished with lemon butter
Samkeh Harra* ***US$21.99
Pan-seared salmon, topped with tahini sauce, cilantro, mint, onions, and a hint of jalapeño, served with sautéed kale and Sitti rice
Vegan Samkeh Harra***US$14.00
Pan-seared marinated tofu, served with basmati rice, sautéed kale, spicy tahini sauce and topped with cilantro, onions and a hint of jalapeño
Fassoulia**US$14.99
Lima bean stew, garlic, tomato, onions, leeks, mushrooms, cilantro, tomato paste, served with basmati rice

Kabobs

Served with Sitti rice, sumac onion, grilled roma tomato, and garlic whip

Chicken Kabob***US$16.48
Grilled tender pieces of chicken marinated in yogurt, garlic, and lemon juice
Beef Kabob* ***US$20.49
Grilled marinated petite tender
Kafta KabobUS$17.98
Ground beef and lamb, seasoned and grilled
Shrimp Kabob**US$20.99
Grilled marinated coastal shrimp, sweet peppers, and onions served with basmati rice and spicy garlic whip
Mixed Grill Kabob*US$23.99
Grilled assortment of chicken, kafta, and beef kabobs

Large Salads

Sitti Salad**US$7.49
Our house salad of spring mix, tomatoes, and cucumbers tossed in a blend of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and dried mint, topped with red onion and pita chips
Goat Cheese & Orange Salad^US$8.49
Mixed greens, freekah, sliced orange, goat cheese, dates, and walnuts in a lemon vinaigrette
Village Salad** ^US$8.99
Diced feta, cucumber, kale, tomato, Kalamata olives, and red onion, with sumac vinaigrette

Salad Add Ons

FalafelUS$2.49
ChickenUS$3.99
Salmon Filet*US$5.49
Shrimp KabobUS$5.99
Beef Kabob*US$6.99
TofuUS$2.50

Pizzettes

Chicken ArtichokeUS$11.59
Fresh mozzarella, pesto, artichoke hearts, and chicken shawarma
SfihaUS$11.59
Ground lamb mixed with spices, za'atar, olive oil, pine nuts, diced tomato, and parsley
Sun-Dried TomatoUS$11.59
Pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella and Manchego cheeses, grilled onions, and balsamic drizzle

Sides

Add a side to your meal for $2.99. Sitti rice contains vermicelli noodles and is topped with roasted almonds

Sitti Rice
Roasted Seasonal Vegetables**
French Fries**
Basmati Rice**

Drinks

Sweet or Unsweetened TeaUS$3.50
- Half GallonUS$3.50
Pink LemonadeUS$4.00
- Half GallonUS$4.00

What 3,136 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Healthy
Raleigh
Healthy

3,136 Reviews

MT
MelissaT
Western NC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 22 September 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Reliably delicious. Great starters and fresh baked pita FTW! Entrees are a good size - just a touch more than enough, no box required. Dining area is open and lively so not a great place if you are looking for a quiet dinner for two, but solid choice for a lovely meal every time.
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Danny
New York Area
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 19 September 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Place was fantastic. Great food and drinks. Excellent waiter.
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NoraG
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 17 September 2023
overall3food2service5ambience4
entrees were disappointing...beef and lamb with rice ..meat tough shrimp dish mostly rice
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ShaneP
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 16 September 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great food. Try the dips so good. Price is moderate.
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DeniseS
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on 16 September 2023
overall3food2service4ambience3
The server we had was great. The food wasn't that great. I ordered the shrimp kabob and it was beyond dried out, the shrimp were small too. And there must have been a teaspoon of the mango salsa on it. My dad ordered the beef kabob but ended up getting something else. We said it was fine, no biggie. He said it was alright. The baklava was very good, not drenched in honey.
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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 16 September 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Our first time at Sitti and we'll be back. Food was excellent--pitas were best we've had in the Triangle and the spreads and labneh were great. Kibbie Mikli was a first, and delicious. Daeira was a splendid server: ask for her if you go.
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AndyA
Wilmington
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 11 September 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, dinner at Sitti last evening was phenomenal. The staff there is always exceptional and the food is over the top.
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Luv2dine
Los Angeles
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on 6 September 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
Chicken kebob was dry. Baklava was excellent. Would try restaurant again and try a different dish as it was recommended by a friend.
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GerryC
Raleigh
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on 4 September 2023
overall3food2service4ambience3
Sadly, some of the food was not up to Sitti's usual standards. The blackened shrimp was also overcooked and dry as a bone, and the grilled salmon was an overcooked tail end of the filet. Very thin. Appetizers were good but expensive for the quantity.
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GFDS
Raleigh
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 2 September 2023
overall2food3service1ambience2
Food was ok though a bit dry. Service was poor - our guy was totally disinterested in being there. Walked over with hands in pocket. Just disappointing. This used to be a great place to go for a meal... not sure I would bother again.
SittiResponded on 4 September 2023
Our apologies on your lackluster experience. Our service and quality did not meet standards. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, our management will address this to staff.
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Nash
Raleigh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 29 August 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food. Staff was polite and courteous. Simple set-up. We’ll definitely come back!!!!
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SueM
Wilmington
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 27 August 2023
overall2food1service2ambience3
We have been to Sitti many times. This is our first time having a bad meal. I ordered the falafel appetizer, which was overcooked, very brown on the outside. My main course was the special, red snapper. This was severely overcooked and the portion size of the fish was a joke. My husband had the cauliflower appetizer, which he liked. His chicken kabob dinner was tasty, but the chicken was very dry. Even the pita bread had no flavor, and I recall the pita in the past being delicious. We were there for a late dinner, not sure if the late hour had anything to do with the kitchen being tired or not. It's sad to spend $95 on dinner and leave hungry.
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katayouns
Raleigh
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 27 August 2023
overall2food2service1ambience3
Not great food anymore. The service was poor matching the quality of the food.
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Tesoro
Washington DC
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on 26 August 2023
overall2food2service4ambience1
Would not recommend, especially if dining in the basement which is pretty dank without any windows. The food was marginal like they didn’t even try. Service was good.
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Bobbyt
Raleigh
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on 26 August 2023
overall2food3service1ambience2
Food was not bad. My beef and lamb shawarma was the better of other two meals ordered by my guests. All the staff were not really happy to be there. Except one young man, Pierre, who was maybe a busboy and brought the meals. He was smiling, attentive and very engaging. I shook his hand and thanked him for his efforts. The rest? They need to look for employment elsewhere. Noise levels were beyond “busy bistro” levels. The host wore tattered jeans and flannel, circa grunge scenes of the 80s. Not going back.
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Ncsutrainman
Raleigh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 26 August 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Wonderful early dinner before a performance at the Martin Marrietta PAC. Well crafted drinks, delicious starters and meal. Great service.
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BruceD
Raleigh
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 26 August 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been coming here for 8 years. Always look forward to the excellent authentic Mediteranean food, nice cocktails, and comfortable atmosphere.
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 26 August 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brought out of town family for a Saturday lunch and they completely loved their meal. The food is always consistent and the service is great.
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Aldo
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 August 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sitti is an excellent place to take a group of people for a communal type of dinner, cannot recommend it enough!
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MikeB
Charleston
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 18 August 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
I am Lebanese and grew up eating this food. It was delicious! My only complaint was the tabouleh was very mushy. Could tell the flavor was good but it was too mushy to eat. The kibbi was absolutely wonderful!,
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on 14 August 2023
overall3food3service3ambience5
The eggplant kebab entree was fine but not what I would expect from Sitti after eating here multiple times before. The entire dish needed more flavor and seasoning, the rice was over cooked, and the eggplant was very tough. Overall I like Sitti and would go back, but do not recommend the eggplant kebab. Our service was also quite slow, but that is normally not an issue there
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efall
Washington DC
20 reviews
vip
3.0
20 reviews
Dined on 13 August 2023
overall3food4service2ambience4
Loved the table at which we were seated. The booth had beautiful and comfortable pillows. The beer and wine menu had a nice selection and the menu had a wide variety of choices. We ordered several small plates and one entree to share amongst the three of us. The pita bread was fresh out of the oven and absolutely delicious.
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Sean
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 August 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience! Great food and atmosphere.
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ESBUSA
Richmond
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 11 August 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
4 people had very good to mostly good food. Dip trios & kabob wraps very good. Falafel was tough and overcooked; lentil-kale soup cold and acidic, unappetizing. Excellent waitress!
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margaret
Greensboro
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 9 August 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, the food and service were excellent. The lamb and beef are our favorites. Our vegetarian guest was pleased with the many available options.
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AleciaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 August 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and the wait staff was very helpful.
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JPDiner
Tampa
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on 6 August 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The ambiance was superb, service was friendly, effiecient, and all food came at once. The dishes were varied and DELICIOUS! First time and we will be back.
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TroyB
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 4 August 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time. Loved it! Pita was hot to the touch right out of the oven.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 4 August 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Our server was great! Kitchen messed up a special order but server made it right.
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M1SSC
Raleigh
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 31 July 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love Sitti! It was absolutely delicious. I will be back!
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Karen
Raleigh
40 reviews
vip
4.0
40 reviews
Dined on 30 July 2023
overall4food3service3ambience4
Never disappoints, there have been a few restaurants over the years that I have considered 'go to's, Sitti is always on that list for their consistency in food, service, atmosphere and vibe. Thanks!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 30 July 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Great option for us vegetarians who live downtown Raleigh. Their Pita bread is AMAZING.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 29 July 2023
overall3food2service2ambience5
Great ambiance and good drinks, but the food was quite bland and the service was poor.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 July 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always good food and service. Shrimp kabobs are the best!
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AndreaO
Raleigh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 17 July 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, delicious food and drinks. Love Sitti.
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FisherFamilyNC
Raleigh
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 17 July 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding environment and food. Great service. Wonderful place to meet up with friends.
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AdamR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 July 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Absolutely excellent food, not a bite of it was sub par. Highly recommend the salmon entree.
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 July 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
The food was lovely as was the environment and service. The entrees were incredibly expensive for what we got. The cost to make that food was certainly not $27 worth. I was expecting a lot more.
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JonB
Western NC
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 9 July 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Really delicious food and nice atmosphere! Was just a bit too cold inside!
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Laura
Raleigh
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 July 2023
overall3food2service4ambience3
I ordered the special, red snapper with mashed potatoes, string beans, and fresh fruit salsa (pineapple or mango). The food was below average and not worth the $32 I paid for it. The fish was dry and overcooked, the potatoes were cold. The beans were the most flavorful item on the plate. I would recommend sticking to the traditional Lebanese menu. Very disappointing.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Sitti offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 239-4070.

Sitti is rated 4.4 stars by 3136 OpenTable diners.

Sitti does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

1 Oct 2023

19:00

Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

137 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601

Additional information

Cross Street
Hargett
Area
Raleigh
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Lebanese
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Street parking is available as well as two parking decks located within a block of the restaurant.
Public Transit
R-Line stop # R-19 (free bus line)
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.sitti-raleigh.com/
Phone number
(919) 239-4070
Catering
Catering is available. Please email amy@empireeats.com
Private party facilities
Sitti accommodates a wide range of parties, from the private room downstairs to our open air courtyard, and the communal Sitti Table at the heart of the dining room. Large parties will enjoy the Family Style menu for seated dinners- or lunch- which easily translates to buffet service.
Private party contact
Reservation Specialist: (919) 239-4070

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Sitti

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

50 Raleigh Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

Gift card

Chicken Kabob

Kibbee Mikli

Shrimp Kabob

Cold Mezze

Dip Trio

Mouhamra**US$7.99

Hummus**US$6.99

Baba Ghanouj**US$7.99

Laban Bi Khiar**US$7.49

Feta Cheese Dip***US$7.99

Labneh**US$6.99

Hot Mezze

Kibbee MikliUS$7.99

Cheese RollsUS$7.99

Falafel**US$6.99

Bacon Wrapped Dates**US$7.99

Soup

Soup of the DayUS$4.49

Entrees

Chicken Shawarma***US$13.49

Beef & Lamb Shawarma***US$14.99

Falafel with Vegetables**US$15.99

Chicken Artichoke***US$16.48

Samkeh Harra* ***US$21.99

Vegan Samkeh Harra***US$14.00

Fassoulia**US$14.99

Kabobs

Chicken Kabob***US$16.48

Beef Kabob* ***US$20.49

Kafta KabobUS$17.98

Shrimp Kabob**US$20.99

Mixed Grill Kabob*US$23.99

Large Salads

Sitti Salad**US$7.49

Goat Cheese & Orange Salad^US$8.49

Village Salad** ^US$8.99

Salad Add Ons

FalafelUS$2.49

ChickenUS$3.99

Salmon Filet*US$5.49

Shrimp KabobUS$5.99

Beef Kabob*US$6.99

TofuUS$2.50

Pizzettes

Chicken ArtichokeUS$11.59

SfihaUS$11.59

Sun-Dried TomatoUS$11.59

Sides

Sitti Rice

Roasted Seasonal Vegetables**

French Fries**

Basmati Rice**

Drinks

Sweet or Unsweetened TeaUS$3.50

Pink LemonadeUS$4.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Cleaning & sanitising

Screening

FAQs

Does Sitti offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Sitti restaurant rated?

Does Sitti offer gift cards?

Is Sitti currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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