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Sitti, Raleigh, NC

Sitti

4.7
4.7
3324 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
  • Neighborhood 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
  • 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 3,324 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sitti shines with "incredible food" and a vibrant downtown vibe, making it a go-to spot for Lebanese cuisine lovers. Diners rave about the fresh pita and flavorful dishes like shrimp kabobs. While service can be hit or miss, the atmosphere and "delicious food" ensure guests plan their return visits.

3,324 Reviews
  1. Marisa

    Raleigh10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated right away and the service was very good! Food was fantastic!

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  2. Howard

    Unspecified2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow, this was my wife, and I first experience with Lebanese cuisine. Sitti was amazing. Tonight ambiance was just right for late dinner for 2. We started out with the vegan tasting hummus, fattoush, and I my wifey fall in love with the robust tasty warak anab wrapped with grape leaves. To keep it safe, I ordered the Samkeh Harra it was pan-seared with the flaky bottom on kale. What a peacasterian delight for a great night at Sitti. The servicer was friendly and quick and efficient with our plates. If you are a vegan and vegetarian, I recommend Sitti 5 stars for date night in the heart of downtown Raleigh! It was overall 5 stars experience for the Bishop's!
    SittiResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much Howard for your kind words! The Samkeh Harra is a personal favorite of mine, glad you also enjoyed it. I will pass along the kind remarks to the server as well!

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  3. Kirsten

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, cocktails, and service were excellent! Only bad thing about Sitti is having to decide what to eat - it’s ALL so good.
    SittiResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Kristen! We also as staff have difficulty deciding what to eat from time to time

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, delicious food, and excellent service! A perfect spot for a great meal. Highly recommend!
    SittiResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you! Glad you enjoyed your time with us, let's do it again some time!

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  5. Naudain

    Raleigh18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoy dining at Sitti. It is one of the two places I consistently take out of town guests. Fresh pita bread is delicious and nice cocktail list.
    SittiResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you Naudain for your kind words!

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  6. ncfriend

    Raleigh4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was reading someone & that seemed to slow him down - it might have been better if he had fewer tables with the added responsibility.
    SittiResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for the feedback! While we do have some new staff training going on, we're glad you enjoyed your visit with us and will share your notes as not to take away from guest experience, the crucial part of what we do!

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  7. Emily

    Washington DC1 review

    3.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent! The service was the complete opposite on a quiet Sunday afternoon. Seemed our server left in the middle of our meal. When asking another server politely for help, she was quite hostile. A bit surprising as there were only 2 other tables in the restaurant. Will probably wait until I forget how bad the service was and am desperately craving the food to go back.
    SittiResponded on March 4, 2025
    Emily, Apologies on a lunch experience that fell short of expectations. While we're glad to hear everything at the table was enjoyed, we missed in service & hospitality. I feel that's what really adds to a restaurant experience. I have brought this up in discussion to the staff working on Sunday, and the team sends an apology as well. As we continue to fine tune, do know we look forward an opportunity to redeem in our shortcomings last go around. And thank you for sharing your feedback, as the good and the bad are equally important to us in our relationships with you and our other patrons.

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  8. Billy VIP

    Raleigh43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great lunch spot in downtown Raleigh. Excellent service and food.
    SittiResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you Billy! Happy to be your lunch spot

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  9. Lynda

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food! Awesome service! Perfect atmosphere!
    SittiResponded on February 25, 2025
    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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  10. Dashea

    Raleigh2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    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 on February 23, 2025
    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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FAQs

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

Sitti is rated 4.7 stars by 3324 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 28 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
    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
    (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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