Welcome to Turkish Delight
At Turkish Delight, nestled in Seattle's Pike Place Market, we celebrate an authentic taste of Turkey with a family-owned charm. Our story begins with a passion for culinary heritage, blending tradition and flavor in every dish. From our cherished vegetarian pita sandwich to the melt-in-your-mouth lamb stew, we take pride in crafting meals that nourish and delight. A highlight of our menu is the Turkish Delight candies, soft and vegan-friendly, perfect for a sweet treat. With heartfelt service from our dedicated mother-daughter team, we strive to create an inviting atmosphere where every guest feels like family. Discover comfort and joy with each bite!
- 1930 Pike Pl, Seattle, WA 98101 Hotline: (206) 443-1387
Welcome to Turkish Delight, a vibrant gem nestled in the bustling heart of Pike Place Market, Seattle. This charming eatery, located at 1930 Pike Pl, serves a delectable array of Turkish cuisine, creating a haven for local food lovers and visitors alike. With a dedicated mother-daughter team stewarding the kitchen and counter, the heartwarming spirit of hospitality is palpable in every dish and interaction.
The essence of Turkish Delight lies in its commitment to authentic flavors. The menu features signature items that satisfy both your savory cravings and sweet indulgences:
- Baklava: This homemade marvel is an irresistible blend of flaky filo pastry, rich butter, honey, and nuts—truly a must-try at just $3.50.
- Vegetarian Sandwich: A fresh mix of pita, hummus, and zesty tabbouleh, perfect for those seeking vibrant vegetarian options for only $8.95.
- Doner Kebab Sandwich: Halal and beautifully spiced rotisserie chicken melded with fresh veggies, served with a tangy yogurt sauce—a fulfilling choice at $10.75.
- Chicken and Lamb Combo Platters: These are hearty servings that bask in perfectly seasoned basmati rice, accompanied by fresh greens and their renowned yogurt dressing, priced between $14.95 and $16.95.
- Lentil Soup: This bestselling red lentil soup is a customer favorite, boasting a nutrient-rich blend of vegetables and spices—a warm and comforting option at $5.75.
- Turkish Delight (the candy): Soft, fruity confections that are vegan-friendly and gluten-free, reminiscent of its literary namesake, for $4.25.
The reviews say it all! Patrons rave about the superb lentil soup that feels like a warm hug on rainy Seattle days, while the Baklava has been described as "sticky, gooey, and not too sweet," striking the perfect balance for a dessert. Customers share stories of the incredible service, with many likening staff interactions to those with old friends—a testament to the familial atmosphere cultivated here.
In a city filled with unforgettable culinary options, Turkish Delight stands out not just for its food but for the warmth and joy shared with each plate served. It’s more than a meal; it’s a delightful experience steeped in tradition and crafted with care. Whether you're a local or just passing through, make sure to include this delightful spot on your culinary journey through Seattle. Your taste buds will thank you!

I've been coming to this place since I was a kid. While I miss their chicken and mushroom borek to this day, I can't fault anything I've ordered. And the service! This is a true family run business, with a mother and daughter team running the counter. They always greet repeat customers with genuine pleasure, and are deeply invested both the food and service. I usually get the chicken gyro, which is delicious, but the lentil soup and lamb stew are both excellent as well. If I were to give one critique, it would be to bring back the borek, though I've been assured that if I were to do a mass order, they'd make it for me again.

2 Wonderful, warm, women served us Lentil soup, Baklava, and Turkish coffee. All were SUPERB. Lentil soup was like straight from a farm feeling, the Baklava was sticky, gooey, and not too sweet. Turkish coffee with a tad added sugar was perfect. AND, even if none of the dishes were good, the 2 women working would make us go back to give them business. Just wonderful. We went 30 minutes before closing and next time we will go early enough to try the Lamb stew which sells out fast. I've past by this place a million times, I apologize for not coming in earlier. It will be a 98% stop in whenever walking Pike Place Market again.

Food was delicious. They offered us (4 people) free lentil soup. It was soooo good! It was a typical October rainy day and felt warming. Their welcoming was worm. Our visitors from France said that they thought we are close friends. They met us as a friends. We got free Turkish delight, too! I definitely would recommend this place and return. The place is a little cozy but wasn't crowded.

The most delicious food, so yummy, flavorful, and healthy at a reasonable price! The people who own this shop are wonderful, kind and thoughtful and this food is a weekly comfort for us locals! We often bring it home too for the days the shop is closed. Patience and kindness are needed as slow cooked food and this level of service take some time--it soooo worth it! Try it!

This local spot in Pike Place Market has amazing food and is family owned. So good, so local, so go! I suggest the lentil soup!

After seeing this restaurant on my first full day in Seattle, I knew I had to try something from them. I ended up getting there the next day for a late lunch. The line moved relatively quickly and those with more complicated orders moved off to the side to wait while their orders were filled to make room for the next customer. There was an older and younger woman working and when I got up to the counter I was helped by the older of the two. Both of them seemed very friendly and I know that I received excellent service when ordering. I ordered a small cup of the lamb stew, as I do love lamb and hadn't had any in a while, and it wasn't long between placing my order, paying in cash (they take card as well but I try my best to use cash when supporting local/small businesses), and then receiving my order to go. The restaurant was clean and fairly quiet with those dining in and those getting orders to go, but it was such a lovely day I wanted to go find a good spot outside they do have seating inside and roll up windows, great for how sunny it was at the time, but I wanted to be completely outside). I ended up at a public bench not too far away and finally dug into the stew. It was fresh, flavorful, hearty, and hot! One of my favorite things I had in Seattle. Very meaty, with each morsel of lamb being nice and tender. I highly recommend stopping here for some flavorful food.

We love this place. The main reason we come to Seattle. So delicious! It is a simple "mom & pop" type shop with the BEST food. It is a hidden gem. Right near the end of Pike Market area across the street from the park. A MUST STOP!!!

Just like in its name this place was such a delight! Definitely recommend adding this place to your list if ever visiting pike place! The service was so nice and friendly. Semra is so heartwarming and welcoming as she makes conversation with every person while taking their order. I got the doner kabeb sandwich and it was full of flavor and super filling! Bonus points for being HALAL. It's so hard finding halal eats in pike place - this place will not disappoint! Seating is limited most people were standing and eating in the shop but great for a grab and go situation.

This was a little Turkish shop along the streets of pike place and it was absolutely delightful. We went to go get some Turkish delights which were little soft fruit desserts. The lychee and rose were delicious. The ladies who work there were super friendly and nice. They also had a bunch of delicious lunch items too!