Mamnoon - Middle Eastern restaurant in Seattle - 1508 Melrose Ave, USA

I didn't expect the level of flavor I discovered at Mamnoon. I stopped in for some shawarma--that was my idea at least, and ended up ordering the tasting menu for $65/seat for me and my dad. Couldn't have picked a better item. It was new, flavorful, inventive, and the portions were great. I wish I photographed everything that came our way, but I was just enamored as the plates kept coming with wonderful creations. The portions were exactly perfect to satisfy two hungry diners. Our service was attentive, waitstaff knowledgeable, not pushy, very kind, and knew what plates to take and when and which libations to recommend. I wish the atmosphere had the same energy as the food. The food is not collar-and-tie (not a dig), but its respectful and serious. The interior design sort of dazed me, the lighting was strange, and the music was slightly unsavory. The atmosphere said 'dance club', and the food was reciting poetry, so to speak.

I found out this place is selling halal meat and chicken and I just couldn't stop my self from ordering. The food and staff services was really good and friendly. The prices are not too bad considering they are in the capital hill. Give them a try when you are nearby.

Pros: - Food was great! One of the best Mediterranean in Seattle. Definitely try the Muhammara and the veggie mix. Many options for vegetarians. Also the falafel was one of the great ones I have ever had! - The ambience is very nice. Great interiors! Fine dining experience. - The servers were hospitable and welcoming. Cons: - Difficult to find parking nearby. Hard to find free spots to park. Might have to try nearby paid parkings.

Was a bit disappointed with this place. Thought to impress my father in law (who is from Middle East) with the middle eastern food here and show him how diverse the Seattle food scene is. The main disappointment about this place is the quantity of food. We ordered the Meza plate, the fried cauliflower, and fattoush salad. The hummus came with the Mezze plate was three tiny portion (they look great on picture but not enough for eating). The basket of bread was 5-6 small pieces. The whole spirit of middle eastern food, as I was told, was the abundance of food. While I am not advocating wasting food and I recognize inflation has been crazy of late, but the portion this restaurant serves is anything but… and given the price I am not impressed by one bit. Not to mention the Lebanese Pilsner was not available. The Diet Coke we ordered came with a full glass of ice. Way to cut corners on cost… My recommendation is to avoid this place if you have been to a more authentic middle eastern restaurant, otherwise this place is nothing but a chic bar under the banner of middle eastern cuisine.

Everything was cooked perfectly and so flavorful! Service was so friendly, and everyone was lovely. I also loved the selection of Lebanese wines, and the sparkling wine we chose was delicious.

I am writing to express my deep disappointment with my recent dining experience at your Restaurant. As a valued customer, I had high expectations for a pleasant evening, but unfortunately, my visit left much to be desired. First and foremost, the pricing at your restaurant is significantly higher than expected. It is not for sure a 2 dollar restaurant. Furthermore, the service I received was subpar and far from satisfactory. The lack of attentiveness from your staff was evident, as they failed to inform me that the kitchen was about to close. Consequently, I was unable to order any additional items or make any adjustments to my meal. It is essential for your team to communicate such information clearly and promptly to avoid any inconvenience to customers. One of the most disappointing aspects of my experience was the quality of the food. The meat (lamb) I ordered was undercooked and far from the desired level of doneness. Also the fried cauliflower is over brunt. The dinning menu is very small and they have very limited options. The menu you see online is different from the menu inside you get. This is very misleading, so don't fall for the online.

This may be one of the best places I’ve been to in Seattle. The food? Incredible. The service? Impeccable. The atmosphere? So cool! This is my new go to for all special occasions.

The pita bread and dips—babba and hummus were really good. I especially loved the neediness of the pita. Usually the pitas you get can be dry but theirs are moist and delicious! I got the grilled chicken and I think at first it was undercooked as it looked pinker and tasted chewier then I usually like my chicken. But after telling my waiter they offered to put it back on the grill and after that it was all good. The cauliflower was crispy and soaked in the sauces.