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Sitti, Raleigh, NC

Sitti

4.7 (3336)
$30 and under
Mediterranean
137 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
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
  • 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
  • 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 3,336 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sitti offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service" consistently praised by patrons. The restaurant excels in providing "delicious Lebanese cuisine," with standout dishes like shawarma, grape leaves, and fresh pita. Convenient parking and "friendly staff" enhance the visit. Perfect for vegans and vegetarians, Sitti is a "highly recommended" choice in downtown Raleigh.
3,336 Reviews
  1. Beth

    Raleigh6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I chose Siti for my Mother's Day gift dinner because I had been there a couple of times before and enjoyed the delicious food. Yesterday the food was as tasty as usual, but the service and ambience were not at good as during my previous visits. We had a table in the center of the room near the door, so we felt a draft each time someone entered or left (it was a cool rainy day). The service was slower than usual, maybe because it was Mother's Day. I'll definitely return because the food is so good and reasonably priced. Also during this visit I learned that the adjacent parking deck has free parking on the weekends and for the first 2 hours during the weekdays. Convenient free parking is also a plus for downtown restaurants!
    SittiResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Beth! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and found our prices reasonable. We're sorry to hear that the service and ambience didn't meet your expectations on your recent visits. We're always aiming for a comfortable atmosphere and it's clear we missed the mark on this occasion. We're glad you appreciated our free parking on the adjacent parking deck and we'll continue to work on making your next experience even better. We look forward to welcoming you back to Sitti soon!

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  2. Hema VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Service was slow and inadequate. Food was not cooked properly.
    SittiResponded 7 days ago
    Hello Hema, We're sorry to hear about your recent experience at Sitti. It's disappointing to know that our service and food did not meet your expectations. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and we're sorry we fell short this time. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our service and food quality. We hope you'll give us another chance to serve you better in the future. Best regards, Sitti Management Team

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  3. Dawn

    Pinehurst22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Everything we ordered was excellent: Lamb and beef shawarma, chicken shawarma, and kibbee mikli. For dessert, we had ice cream that was basically vanilla bean with some pistachios served with 3 cookies. The ice cream was some of the best we have had. The server was attentive and observant. The restaurant was quite busy. Reservations could be important.

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  4. Antony

    Charleston11 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall an ok experience. Won’t go back for a while.
    SittiResponded 7 days ago
    Hey Antony, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Sitti. We're glad to hear that you found our food to be good, but we're sorry to hear that our service didn't quite meet your expectations. We always aim to provide a great experience, and we're gutted when we miss the mark. We appreciate your feedback and we'll certainly take it on board as we continually strive to improve our service. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide you with a better experience. Best wishes, The Management Team at Sitti

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  5. Olivia

    Raleigh4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I always love this place, but today was special because we celebrated Mother’s Day. I have a vegan dad and it’s always difficult to find a place that can suit everyone. The menu is clearly labeled with vegan options which is much appreciated. Everyone enjoyed the grape leaves and hummus appetizers. The entrees were also delicious. For dessert we had the chocolate torte which was very rich. My mother was very happy with the experience. We are grateful for the hospitality!
    SittiResponded on May 10, 2025
    Hey Olivia, We're overjoyed to hear that you chose Sitti for your Mother's Day celebration and that we could make your day special! We're glad that our vegan options were to your liking and that everyone enjoyed our appetizers, entrees, and desserts. It's our goal to cater to all dietary needs and we're glad we could do that for you. Your kind words about our hospitality truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back soon! Warm Regards, The Management Team

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  6. Alison

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were a party of six celebrating a graduation. The food was excellent, our server was attentive, and the staff was great. We ended up taking food home because we couldn’t stop ordering. The goat cheese peppers and trio dip are highly recommended.
    SittiResponded on May 5, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Alison! We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends had a wonderful graduation celebration at Sitti. It's great to know that you enjoyed our goat cheese peppers and trio dip. We always strive to provide excellent food and attentive service, so your feedback is much appreciated. We're glad that we could make a positive impression on your special occasion. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Joel

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wish we could have had a little more quiet because of the baby, but all in all we had a good time.
    SittiResponded on May 2, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Joel! We're thrilled to hear that you had a good time at Sitti. We're sorry to hear that the noise level was a bit high due to the baby. We appreciate your patience and understanding. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again soon. Best, The Management Team.

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  8. Charles

    Raleigh7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great pre concert meal. Good value, tasty and good service. Not crowded early on at 6.30 pm
    SittiResponded on April 26, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Charles! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your pre-concert meal at Sitti. We strive to provide good value and tasty food, and it's wonderful to know that we hit the mark for you. We're glad you appreciated our service as well. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  9. David VIP

    Greater Boston44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent with a friendly and helpful server. The food was fresh and flavorful! We shared a Sitti tasting platter as an appetizer with was enough for four to enjoy a sample of Lebanese tastes. The entrees were delicious! The noise level was a bit lively but didn’t interfere with our table conversation, and our overall experience was wonderful!
    SittiResponded on April 24, 2025
    Thanks for the review, David! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our fresh and flavorful food, and that our service was excellent. We're glad our Sitti tasting platter hit the spot! It's wonderful to hear that you appreciated the variety of our entrees. We strive to create a lively atmosphere, and we're glad it didn't interrupt your conversation. We look forward to welcoming you back to Sitti soon!

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  10. Cameron

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My new favorite restaurant, I don’t think I’ve ever left a review but it’s seriously so incredibly good. Atmosphere, service, food all of it has been perfect everytime I’ve been.

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FAQs

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

Sitti is rated 4.7 stars by 3336 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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Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 32 times today
Google Map for Sitti

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
  • Phone number
  • 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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