Yusra & Sabah Restaurant

Name: Yusra & Sabah Restaurant
Address: 7729 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, Washington, 98118, US
Telephone: (206) 723-3820
Price range: $
Rating: 4.5

$ • Halal, Mediterranean, Ethiopian

Hours:
7729 Rainier Ave S, Seattle
(206) 723-3820

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About Yusra & Sabah Restaurant

Yusra & Sabah Restaurant is a cozy Somali eatery that offers authentic East African flavors and a diverse menu of traditional Somali dishes, making it a popular spot in the south end community. The atmosphere is simple and welcoming, reflecting Somali hospitality. Guests often visit for dishes like the whole fish, goat and rice, chicken and rice with a green spicy side sauce, and breakfast options such as pancakes and lamb with bomb. Hearty plates of suqaar (seasoned beef or chicken stir-fry), bariis iskukaris (spiced rice), and freshly baked sabaayad (Somali flatbread) are also served. The restaurant is known for its comforting drinks, including shah (spiced Somali tea) and maraq basbaas (chili soup), which come with a side of lime to enhance the flavors.

Many visitors appreciate the quality ingredients and the family-like environment where they feel welcomed and appreciated. The restaurant is considered a treasured hole in the wall by locals and a staple in the community. Recent reviews highlight the best chicken suqaar and chapati with chicken suqaar, as well as the goat over rice. While the service may not be perfect and the place is not flashy, the food rarely disappoints. It is a community spot spread by word of mouth, not run by big signs or lights, making it a true taste of Somali culture and cuisine.