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Sitti, Raleigh, NC
Sitti, Raleigh, NC
Sitti, Raleigh, NC
Sitti, Raleigh, NC
Sitti, Raleigh, NC

Sitti

4.3
4.3
3153 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 26 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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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What 3,153 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Healthy

  • Raleigh

    Healthy

3,153 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Such a great and friendly staff! They made a special night even more special!

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  2. Oysterlover

    Raleigh

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    The food was delicious and the service outstanding, which is why we come back again and again.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Had a great experience! The food was amazing, the atmosphere is wonderful and the service was better than anywhere else we’ve been post-pandemic.

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  4. NYFoodie

    Raleigh

    119 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    119 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    Overall2Food2Service3Ambience3
    We have been visiting Sitti for years, almost always for dinner. This time we were a group of 9 for lunch. Service was very slow considering how empty the place was. All the appetizers were excellent but the wraps, pizzettes etc…. We’re all very dry. I’m use to a better experience with service and food.

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  5. NaomiL

    Warwickshire

    24 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service3Ambience4
    Love this place. Delicious food, good ambiance, and excellent value. Service was a little slow at the end.

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  6. JennR

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We have never had a bad meal at Sitti. Whenever we have family or friends visiting from Lebanon this is our go to restaurant. We also like to share the experience with our American and Canadian friends that are curious to experience the food. A little pricey when you are ordering some of pretty much everything but worth the experience of seeing the smiles on our guests faces!

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  7. MisterB

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    Great food, great menu, and the Lebanese wine was great. Nice date out

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  8. RobinS

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    Overall2Food3Service1Ambience3
    The absolute worst service I've ever had in a restaurant of this caliber. My meal was excellent but my friend's was a ridiculously small portion of salmon and severely overcooked. No one came back to check on meal and we waited another 45 minutes before we finally asked if we could pay out. It was a Friday night, and we were seated immediately (we had reservations) but ignored for the next 10 and then not even asked if we'd like to order for 30 more. So disappointing!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    Overall3Food2Service2Ambience4
    Service was slow and inconsistent both at the bar and the table. Waitress barely ever came by. 2 of our 4 diners food were lukewarm when brought to the table. Beef and Lamb shawarma seemed to be cubed and pan cooked steak, not from a rotisserie. Tasted strange. We have both lived in the middle east and generally enjoy the cuisine- not here.Even my husband who will literally eat ANYTHING didn't want to eat my beef/lamb. Beautiful ambience and good location. Over priced for the portions and quality of food and service.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Food is great! Service great! Love this place!!!!!

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  11. HeatherL

    Raleigh

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    Overall1Food2Service1Ambience2
    Won’t be back. I have already wrote a message to the restaurant last night after we got home. This place has completely gone downhill.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Excellent food and service! Lots of great choices on the menu for gluten free options also.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    Overall2Food2Service2Ambience2
    Not authentic or properly seasoned Lebanese food. Spotty service and lukewarm food. Heard original owner sold a few years ago. Drove an hour from Durham and regretting every minute. So disappointed from a half-Lebanese diner who sadly realizes no one will cook food half as delicious as hers

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    One of the best Lebanese restaurants I’ve been to recently

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  15. Drjane

    Richmond

    22 reviews

    2.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2023

    Overall2Food2Service5Ambience1
    I have been to other similar types of restaurants and I just didn’t feel the food had much taste.

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  16. RaleighRedSoxFan

    Raleigh

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service5Ambience4
    We’ve been dining here for 15 yrs. Still good, but not as good as it used to be. Far fewer vegan & vegetarian options. No fun fall themed dishes like Sitti used to serve up.

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  17. NYFoodie

    Raleigh

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great food, with very fresh flavorful ingredients.

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  18. SarahC

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    Overall2Food1Service1Ambience2
    We have been here several times but this trip was awful. They forgot to bring out our food….it took over an hour after we ordered and when we got our plates the waiter apologized and said they had made fresh rice for our plates but our meat was cold and over cooked. It had clearly been sitting for a long time. Steak was supposed to be medium and it was well done. Disappointed

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  19. Enzy

    Richmond

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    Overall2Food2Service3Ambience2
    I had high hopes for the Lebanese cuisine, given my love for this style of food. Unfortunately, the menu for restaurant week was quite disappointing, as it deviated from flavors and dishes i had anticipated. The food was surprisingly bland, lacking the bold Lebanese flavors i was craving. They failed at show casing the food that the restaurant offers. I will not be going back.

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  20. pattyc

    Raleigh

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Perfect as always. Over the years we’ve eaten here on numerous occasions and have never been disappointed. Keep up the great work

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  21. MelissaT

    Western NC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 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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  22. Danny

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    Place was fantastic. Great food and drinks. Excellent waiter.

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  23. NoraG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    Overall3Food2Service5Ambience4
    entrees were disappointing...beef and lamb with rice ..meat tough shrimp dish mostly rice

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  24. ShaneP

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service4Ambience4
    Great food. Try the dips so good. Price is moderate.

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  25. DeniseS

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 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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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 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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  27. AndyA

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 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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  28. Luv2dine

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 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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  29. GerryC

    Raleigh

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 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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  30. GFDS

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 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 September 4, 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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  31. Nash

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Good food. Staff was polite and courteous. Simple set-up. We’ll definitely come back!!!!

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  32. SueM

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 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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  33. katayouns

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    Overall2Food2Service1Ambience3
    Not great food anymore. The service was poor matching the quality of the food.

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  34. Tesoro

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 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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  35. Ncsutrainman

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 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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  36. Bobbyt

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 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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  37. BruceD

    Raleigh

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 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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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 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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  39. Aldo

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 23, 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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  40. MikeB

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 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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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer 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 4.3 stars by 3153 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 reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 26 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sitti

137 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hargett
  • Neighborhood
    Raleigh
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 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
  • 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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