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Sitti, Raleigh, NC

Sitti

4.6
4.6
3318 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Healthy
  • Good for special occasions
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.

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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
  • 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
  • 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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What 3,318 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Healthy

  • Raleigh

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sitti in Raleigh delights with "excellent food" and "awesome service," offering a stellar Lebanese dining experience. Guests rave about the "spectacular food" and "great service," with consistent praise for their fresh pitas and unique cocktails. While some reviews note occasional service lapses, the flavorful dishes and warm atmosphere make Sitti a must-visit.

3,318 Reviews
  1. Lynda

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Excellent food! Awesome service! Perfect atmosphere!
    SittiResponded today
    Hi Lynda. Thank you so much for dining with us. Thank you for the compliments and happy to hear that you would recommend us. Would love to get more insight about your visit though, to get additional feedback on our 1 star review. What could we improve on to take the 1 star to 5 stars across the board?

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  2. Dashea

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was horrible from the entrance the host seemed as if he was bothered that I had a reservation. No greeting besides “Where would you like to sit”. After being seated we waited 12 mins before being acknowledged and given water. I literally thought I was being punked. I’ve frequented this establishment several times and never have I felt as if they just didn’t want me and my guest business. From the waiter not being friendly to the host not being kind I should have just left. I’ve always loved the food here but the displeasing personalities of the staff makes it hard to want to support the restaurant again.
    SittiResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Dashea, I am truly sorry to hear about the experience you encountered at Sitti. We want our guests to have exceptional service, amazing food and an overall great experience. I am sorry that we failed to provide that for you. Would love to get more insight and make it right. We value your feedback and appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Thank you again for your time and hope to hear from you soon!

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  3. SherriM

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spectacular food, reasonable prices, great service.
    SittiResponded 3 days ago
    Hi SherriM, so appreciative of your 5 star review! Happy to hear that your dining experience was enjoyable. What was the most memorable about your experience? Do you have a standard entree item or do you like to switch it up? Would love to hear more about your visit! We appreciate your time and feedback. Hope to see you soon !

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  4. Jaime

    Caribbean

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and good service. We to return here during future visits to downtown Raleigh.

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  5. Jessica

    Unspecified

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My bestie and I had our Galentine’s Day Dinner at Sitti and this was our second dining experience! Just like our first time back in 2022, we absolutely love Sitti!! We had delicious food. Our server was nice and attentive. And the restaurant was clean, warm and inviting. We’ll definitely be back again.

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  6. Jane

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yummy choices with lots of spice and taste. The staff was friendly and mostly informative with knowing this was several diners first time there. The chicken kabobs were tender and grilled perfectly and the rice with the almonds provided the right amount of texture and taste. We split the tasting appetizer and the kabob dinner and it was the right amount for our smaller appetites. I would highly recommend.

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  7. Jesslyn

    Rhode Island

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely love Sitti! The food and service are always incredible - we ordered the Chicken Shawarma and it was incredible, as always! The specialty cocktails for Valentine's Day were also wonderful. We will be back, thanks for such a great experience.

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  8. Lois

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Sitti continues to be our go-to restaurant in Raleigh before concerts at Meymandi, Memorial Hall, or Fletcher. Service was prompt, especially when we mentioned our need to get to a concert. Food was very good. Chicken and beef/lamb shawarma were both excellent served plated with rice and some veggies. Falafel and salad were very fresh and tasty. Complementary pita was a great accompaniment. Many gluten free and dairy free options are available. We’ll most definitely be back again soon.
    SittiResponded on 10 February 2025
    Hi Lois, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're happy to hear that your service and food were exceptional. Will share your feedback with our staff, i'm sure it will put a smile on their faces. Have you tried any of our desserts as yet? If you want a treat to save for after the concert, try the Baklava, it travels well and is absolutely delicious!

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  9. Mark

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Best Lebanese Middle Eastern food in Raleigh excellent service great quality restaurant is a little loud
    SittiResponded on 11 February 2025
    WOW Mark, we graciously accept your award to us for Best Lebanese Middle Eastern food in Raleigh! So appreciative of your review. Happy to hear that you enjoyed your service as well. Do you have a favorite dish? Hope to see you soon, we'll tone down the noise a little just for you ;).

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  10. benjamin

    VIP

    Kansas City

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great authentic Lebanese food ; pleasant surrounding and good service
    SittiResponded on 11 February 2025
    Hi Benjamin, thanks bunch for sharing your experience with us! What was the most memorable for you ? What entree did you try during your visit? Happy to hear that you would recommend us! Truly a pleasure to serve you ! Hope to see you soon. :)

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FAQs

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

Sitti is rated 4.6 stars by 3318 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
19:00
Booked 22 times today

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Google Map for Sitti

137 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Hargett
  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • 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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