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Sitti, Raleigh, NC

Sitti

4.5 (3348)
$30 and under
Mediterranean
137 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
Honoring Lebanese tradition through authentic cuisine. Sitti is a heartfelt tribute to the grandmothers, or sittis, the revered guardians of Lebanese culture, faith, and culinary heritage. Nestled in the heart of downtown Raleigh, Sitti breathes life into the rich traditions of Lebanon, honoring our ancestors by offering guests an unforgettable experience filled with mouthwatering dishes and exceptional hospitality.

If you seek an outdoor escape, we offer seating in our courtyard. This space is also available for Private Dining experiences.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Lebanese
  • Hours of operation
    Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 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 devan@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
    Private Dining Manager: (919) 239-4070
  • Location
    137 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Sitti's menu was last updated on 6/20/2025.

Main

Kids are always welcome at Sitti's house!

  • Mini Tasting$7.00

    Hummus, Baba Ghanouj, Labneh

    • Cheese Pizzette$6.00

      House-made mozzarella

      • Chicken Kabob$8.00

        Grilled marinated chicken breast with basmati rice

        Last updated: June 13, 2024

        What 3,348 people are saying

        Sitti reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

        Overall ratings and reviews

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

        4.5
        4.5 based on recent ratings
        • 4.5Food
        • 4.5Service
        • 4.4Ambience
        • 4.4Value

        Noise • Moderate

        Review summary

        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
        Sitti in downtown Raleigh is a beloved spot for authentic Lebanese cuisine. Guests rave about the "wonderful atmosphere," "excellent service," and "amazing food." Signature dishes like the shawarma, kibbeh, and hummus are crowd favorites. The restaurant's vibrant ambiance makes it perfect for various occasions, from brunch to dinner dates.
        3,348 Reviews

        1. RobJ

          Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill2 reviews

          5.0

          Dined 4 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Wonderful anniversary dinner at the chef’s table! Thank you!

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        2. Lara

          Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill14 reviews

          5.0

          Dined 7 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          This is a "go to" for a group of ladies who have been meeting at Sitti since it opened. It's where we reconnect and get nostalgic. It's also nostalgic for me, because i get kibbeh Nnayeh - I grew up eating it and although it's made a little differently, it's still a taste of home. My friends LOVE the artichoke chicken. You can't go without having the hummus (the pine nuts are a great addition!), labneh and kibbeh mikli. Have never had a bad dish here and the environment is warm and friendly. Brian offered us excellent service on this latest visit.

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        3. Karen

          San Diego19 reviews

          5.0

          Dined on July 13, 2025

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Great service from our waiter! Food arrived quickly. Very flavorful and filling. Would highly recommend a visit.
          SittiResponded on July 16, 2025
          Hi Karen, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Sitti! It's fantastic to know that our service and food met your expectations. We always strive to provide our guests with a memorable dining experience and your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more flavorful and satisfying meals. Best regards, The Management Team

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        4. Adrienne VIP

          Washington, D.C. Area17 reviews

          5.0

          Dined on July 9, 2025

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Excellent experience, fast service, entire meal was delicious!

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        5. Quinn

          Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill17 reviews

          3.0

          Dined on July 3, 2025

          1. Overall 3
          2. Food 3
          3. Service 2
          4. Ambience 3
          The food was decent, but under-flavored for my taste. Our server was good, but he was either too early asking if we're ready or too late. I know that's hard to judge but it's a skill that the best have. Also, he didn't take away empty plates unless we motioned for them to be removed. Overall, it was an OK experience, but being that this was my second time there, I wasn't blown away by the food or service.
          SittiResponded on July 16, 2025
          Please anytime. Thank you again.

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        6. Susan

          Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill6 reviews

          3.0

          Dined on June 28, 2025

          1. Overall 3
          2. Food 4
          3. Service 4
          4. Ambience 1
          Ordered a martini and the glass was only half full and not cold. Sent it back. I thought it was a little over priced. It was noisy. However, the food was very good I won't be going back.
          SittiResponded on June 30, 2025
          Thanks for the feedback, Susan. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the food at Sitti. However, we're sorry to hear that the martini and glass weren't up to your expectations. We strive to provide a comfortable dining experience for all our guests, and we appreciate your feedback on the noise level and pricing. We'll certainly take your comments into consideration as we continuously work to improve our customers' experiences. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best regards, The Management Team

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        7. Dr. David

          Atlanta10 reviews

          5.0

          Dined on June 28, 2025

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Outstanding food, service, and atmosphere. Highly recommend.
          SittiResponded on June 30, 2025
          Thanks for the feedback, Dr. David! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food, service, and atmosphere at Sitti. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We're committed to providing outstanding dining experiences and your review reaffirms our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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        8. Larissa Elaine VIP

          Coastal North Carolina21 reviews

          5.0

          Dined on June 22, 2025

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 4
          The food is amazing here; so flavorful and delicious! I got the vegetarian Lebanese sampler because I wanted to try all the things. I had to basically roll out of there. I didn’t want to waste a bite 😀
          SittiResponded on June 26, 2025
          Thanks for visiting us, Larissa Elaine! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found it to be flavorful and delicious. We appreciate your feedback about the vegetarian Lebanese sampler and understand that you had to leave us. We strive to provide a memorable dining experience and your comments will help us do just that. We hope to see you again soon at Sitti!

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        9. Rich VIP

          South Carolina2 reviews

          5.0

          Dined on June 19, 2025

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Great experience! The food is great! Whenever I try something new, I have never been disappointed.
          SittiResponded on June 26, 2025
          Thanks for visiting us, Rich! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Sitti and that our food met your expectations. It's always a pleasure to know that our new dishes have you excited to try them out. We appreciate your high ratings and your continued support. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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        10. Brian

          Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill77 reviews

          5.0

          Dined on June 15, 2025

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 4
          We had a great Father's Day brunch. Wonderful waiter, table was ready when we arrived and the food and libations were fantastic.
          SittiResponded on June 17, 2025
          Thanks for the review, Brian! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great Father's Day brunch with us at Sitti. It's wonderful to know that our service and food met your expectations. We always aim to provide a wonderful dining experience for our guests. Your feedback is valuable to us and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Sitti Management Team

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        FAQs

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

        Sitti is rated 4.5 stars by 3348 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.

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        2 people
        7:00 PM
        Booked 22 times today
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        137 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601

        Additional information

        • Cross street
          Hargett
        • Neighborhood
          Raleigh
        • Hours of operation
          Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
        • Price
          $30 and under
        • 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
          Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
        • Website
          http://www.sitti-raleigh.com/
        • Phone number
          (919) 239-4070
        • Catering
          Catering is available. Please email devan@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
          Private Dining Manager: (919) 239-4070

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