Bibi Kirkland

The food here was pretty underwhelming. The rice was mushy and disappointing, especially for a Mediterranean place where you’d expect it to be fluffy and flavorful. The chocolate cake was supposed to come with pistachio and rose on top, but it didn’t — and without that, it just ended up being bland and flavorless. The beef kabob was way too heavy and turned out dry, making it tough to enjoy. Overall, not the worst meal I’ve had, but definitely not one I’d come back for.

I came here after having some unsatisfying (not fresh) food at the Metropolitan market. I ordered the eggplant meerza and roasted cauliflower with tahini. The eggplant meerza was fresh and vibrant, and tasted like real food. The cauliflower with tahini sauce was seasoned just right too. Their prices are reasonable. The seating area was open and quiet, with only me dining here at this time. A great experience, great environment, and great food.

I had gone to Bibis years ago and enjoyed their food. When we needed a last minute catering for a group of 60, I reached out to Bibi. She was able to accommodate my last minute request and work within our budget which I really appreciated. There is such a great range of food for people with a wide range of dietary restrictions. Vegetarians, vegan, pescatarian, gluten free or paleo- there was something for everyone which is great! We would definitely recommend them for a catering job. Arrived hot and on time

We recently dined at this establishment and had the opportunity to try the Koobideh. The dish was well-prepared and flavorful, accompanied by rice, grilled tomatoes, pickles, and a small side salad—a combination that worked beautifully together. While it may not be the absolute best koobideh you'll ever taste, it certainly ranks as a solid and satisfying option. The pricing is very reasonable, providing good value for the quality of food served. One added convenience is the free parking lot, which is always appreciated. Additionally, they offer alcoholic beverages such as beer and wine, which enhances the overall dining experience. The entrance and cashier area are tastefully and professionally decorated, creating a welcoming first impression. However, the dining space itself lacks a cohesive ambiance. Unfortunately, it feels more like a fast-food joint or burger shop rather than a Persian or Mediterranean restaurant. A touch more effort in the decor could significantly elevate the overall dining atmosphere. Overall, the food and service make this place worth visiting, though the ambiance in the dining area could use some refinement to match the quality of the cuisine.

Been dying to try this place out! Finally had a chance to eat lunch with my dad here. Let’s start off with the service ! Terrible service, waitress was having lunch kept getting up to take our order then continued eating. No was checking up on us or giving us any attention to our needs. We ordered two Persian teas which were cold… we had to wait 15 min for someone to come to our table and change it. We were craving some Ghormeh Sabzi which they did have on the menu. More we looked we found this place to be pretty Americanized Persian food as lots of dishes were altered to American taste. Ended up getting koobideh and nothing else looked appealed to us. The kabob was nice and juicy lots of flavor, the rice was buttery and delicious but we found it interesting that it didn’t come with a whole cooked tomato which is pretty standard for any Persian rice dish. FYI we eat a lot of Persian food and this place online looked amazing! But didn’t really offer the same dishes. It’s a very casual place, help yourself with utensils, salt, pepper,sumac, napkins. Few picnic like tables. Very bright and earth decor. I think Kirkland has many tastier Persian restaurants I would suggest explore those options for authentic real taste. This would be good for vegans or people who are sensitive to strong spices and taste.

The absolute best Mediterranean food in town. If you miss your mom’s cooking, this is the place to go. If you long for deep conversations with some of the kindest people on earth, this is the place to be. And if you enjoy dining out not just for the food, but for the whole experience—this is your spot. Try their Persian dishes—you won’t be disappointed!

We were party of ten for early dinner on Saturday. I ordered beef kabab with rice as main dish and a olives and Hummus as appetizers. I was happy with my order. Meat was fresh and was cooked just right. We all shared our appetizers. I tried Mirza-Ghasemi which was scrumptious. The lovely manager checked on us to make sure We were happy with our order. She gave us two bowls of Rice pudding at the end. Everyone loved those and we finished it. The service was also great. The environment of the restaurant was peacefully and looked spacious with big windows. A very calm and lovely music was playing. Overall, we had a lovely gathering and dinner at the BiBi restaurant. I definitely recommend this restaurant.

Went on a Sunday afternoon and ordered the Bibi bowl with chicken and koobideh. Both were fantastic, well seasoned, meat was cooked perfectly. Rice and salad were also good and went well with the dishes. Attentive staff and quick service = big bonus. Highly recommend this place for Persian food, will definitely be coming back!

Ordered Bibi's for an office catering event and they impressed all 70 hungry employees! She whipped up a custom menu that fit our budget perfectly, with options for vegetarians, pescatarians, and omnivores. Communication? Lightning fast. Service? Above and beyond. The food was a hit--delicious, beautifully presented, and neatly packaged. Her team even helped set up, serve, and clean up. The spread had something for everyone: beef, chicken, whole salmon, kebabs, rice, salads, hummus, grilled veggies, pita, and more. No one left hungry, and we had plenty of leftovers. People couldn't stop raving about it (many had second plates and many also took some food home). If you're looking for top-notch catering, Bibi's offers a variety of menu options and she will work with whatever budget that you give her. The kebobs were probably the favorites amongst the group and the whole salmon was impressive! Everyone was amazed at the presentation and the flavor.

EVERYTHING HERE IS GLUTEN-FREE, except for the pita bread, but as always, double check just in case. (and yes, a DELICIOUS, you-would-never-know it is GF) Since my first time here about a month ago, I have gone WEEKLY since it is so delicious that I just crave it! So I think I have been there a total of 5 times at this point :) Every time, I take a new friend(s) since when I find something I LOVE, I want everyone else to also enjoy it as well. Portions are always generous and the food reheats really well. It is always very clean and regardless of the weather, has amazing natural lighting making it a nice space to be in. Each person I have taken has ordered something different and each person LOVED their food. Here is what people have had: - Bibi bowl with beef (comes on a platter, not in a bowl) - Grilled chicken kabob (light lemon flavor, amazing chicken quality) - Fesen-joon stew (kind of sweet) - Bibi's pasta (with tomato sauce and chicken) - Roasted cauliflower (perfectly cooked - not mushy and not even close to raw) - Roasted beet salad (served cold - my hubby assumed it would be warm for some reason) The rice that comes with most of these is delicious. It is long, perfectly cooked and reheats really well. And the small salads that come with most has a good amount of veggies in it and always has the perfect amount of dressing, that is also amazing. I am so excited to have a new favorite and it is always fun for me to take my favorite people to places that also become their new favorites :) Enjoy!

I have been wanting to try this fairy new restaurant for some time now and I am very much glad I did. I was greeted by a young waiter and who told me I could sit wherever I like. The restaurant was very pleasant and clean. They use modern and very nice looking funiture. I noticed the waiter was being sure to make everything cleaned and sanitized after the customers have left, very good. I started with their BiBi Ganoosh and it was very delicious. I liked the fact that they did not additional salt which made it more enjoyable. However, you have the option to add addition salt, pepper and other spices to your dish. They have a separate table specifically for you to add spices, I love that and how convenient is that! I have to admit, since I am more of a savory person, I needed to add more salt to my Ganoosh, it really stepped it up, at least for my taste. ;) The main course I ordered the Oregon Beef Tenderloin Kabob. This was a game changer, the beef was seasoned with some wonderful spices and it was so delicious. The grilled tomatos, red onions and orange pepper was full of flavor as well. Everything just tasted really fresh and homemade as it should be. The waiter was super polite and gave me these dish suggestions. Even though he told me that his a big lamb fan, he helped me to go with the beef tenderloin kabob since I love beef. I definitely plan to come back here and to bring my family, so we can explore all their other wonderful dishes. Head over there and check them out! Enjoy!

We came here for a quick lunch bite and it was so good! The Labneh starter was refreshing and so tasty with hot pita. The Bibi bowl was filling, full of protein and delish with the roasted vegetables.

I used Bibi's catering service for a work event for the first time, and I was very impressed with flexibility of options, quality of food, and the flavors! I ordered a combination of Mediterranean and Persian food, which included vegetarian and some vegan dishes. The variety and quality of dishes exceeded expectations and everyone found something they loved! My only suggestion is to label the containers or simply write down what's inside with a sharpie so it's easier to know what's inside and which ones to open. I received so many complements from the guests who attended the event. Highly recommend using Bibi for catering your next event!

We happened here for a fresh and delicious medi meal and were delighted to find some new flavor blends and large portion plates. We ordered from the menu stuck on the table and had all of our food in what seemed like 5 minutes! The falafel were at least as good as my once fave place and the cauliflower is baked, not fried, so the meal feels generally healthier. The tahini sauce is well balanced between the garlic and sesame flavor and thankfully offers some flavor for the rice. The eggplant tomato dip is very smoked paprika-tasting, I do wonder if it's possible to have it not blended--I love roasted eggplant and tomatoes so much! The rice is tender and the roasted vegetables were chef's kiss perfection, namely the baby peppers!! The staff was very friendly, full of smiles and help navigating the space. The only strange thing was we ordered the cardamom pistachio cake and they gave us a cellophane-wrapped chocolate pound (looking) cake that didn't have much flavor or moisture, nor the cardamom or pistachios. I didn't address it because we didn't eat it until we got home to learn the flavors were missing. The space feels like half pantry, half kitchen extension in someone's home. It's very well lit and clean and we will be back for sure!

My wife and I wanted to find a new restaurant and stumbled upon Bibi. We were attended to by its owner, who happens to have the same name. She was attentive and kind. The restaurant isn't in the nicest location, but the interior is gorgeous, with a very clean European look and warm vibes. The food was divine. We really couldn't believe it. The Eggplant Meerza was mind blowing. The Chicken Kebob was flavorful, but the chicken itself a bit overcooked. The House-made Falafel Plate is to-die-for delicious, and that might even be an understatement. We left feeling joyful and stuffed to the gills, with enough food from those three dishes to feed us our dinner this evening. Many thanks to you, Bibi. We'll definitely be back!

We went to BiBi after thanksgiving with my elderly father and my daughter visiting from NY, missing Persian comfort food. We were welcomed and greeted by the owner, who's the most loving Persian lady you would ever meet. The owner spent time getting to know us, treated us to a special eggplant appetizer. We then feasted on the BiBi bowel with hummus, salad, grilled chicken kebab and rice; the most tender grilled chicken and barberry rice; the koobideh and beef kebab; falafel, more rice, and roasted veggies. Everything was outstanding. At the end of our meal, we enjoyed Turkish coffee served in a traditional vessel and the most decadent chocolate cake covered with pistachios in addition to a bowl of saffron/rosewater rice pudding. We were treated like family and reminded of how special BiBi is...like home. If you're looking for healthy, delicious comfort Persian food, BiBi is your place. BTW, the owner offers AMAZING catering for big events. She's incredible. Merci

Mediocre food although nicely presented, not too many choices, and the owners are rude and not friendly. Not recommended

Got takeout for a group Food: Overall, I thought the food was good. Pretty straightforward but of very good value. The portions were absolutely huge. Dips below: all were quite big--about a pound portion size i would say? Hummus and baba ganoush: creamy, delish Labneh: this was very thick! Wished it was a little lighter/creamier. Still tasted good, but not my favorite because it was not easy spread, etc. Eggplant meerza: I like this one for something different. *Very smokey flavor so it wasn't to husband's taste so be aware of strong flavors. Falafels: we got a lot because hosted vegetarians. good/ok. A little dense. Came with rice, vegetables, hummus, a little cucumber salad, pita. The plate comes with 5 falafels Grilled vegetables. Large portion and comes in a huge bed of rice. They were all flavorful, well seasoned. Roasted cauliflower: a favorite. Again, large portion Roasted beets: very flavorful. Another favorite. Shirazi salad was fine. Standard cucumber tomato and red onion Mediterranean salad. smaller than expected esp for the size of everything else. A little bland. And similar to the salad that comes with the falafel plate. Would skip next time. The rice that accompanied most of the dishes was very fluffy and tasty However, pita was terrible! Very surprised. It was burnt brown and very hard. Losing one star for this because it feels like you need to get pita right if you are a Mediterranean restaurant.... They gave us some olives on the house Overall: will probably order again if hosting large group because overall food is good, large portions, good value. Will buy my own pita from a regular grocery store though.

I have used Bibi catering service few times and I must say they are the best. The food was absolutely delicious and the presentation was top-notch. The attention to detail and the overall experience exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend this catering business for any event.

Vegan review - we got the bibi bowl, veggie kabob bowl and fried cauliflower. Bibi bowl was really good with hummus, rice, falafels, roasted veggies (squash and peppers) , salad and pita. The pita was pillowy and soft. My 4 year old was blown away with the pita, he was like "what is it called? Why don't you make this at home?" Fried cauliflower was excellent with creamy tahini on top. The tahini had no bitterness whatsoever. May be that's how good tahini is supposed to be? I would skip the veggie kabob next time, it was a repetition of what was already in the bibi bowl. Nothing extraordinary. I was going to order fesenjoon but they recommended against it if I hadn't had before since it will be very sweet. It seems to be a family run business with limited seating and homely atmosphere. Not many vegan options but the couple they had tasted really good. I appreciate the effort put into making quality vegan dishes, so I'd definitely return!

The food is great and the service is sufficient. The tables weren't picked up and cleaned but maybe because they didn't have enough people to help out.

I wish I could give zero. We ordered lamb kabob, which was chewy and tasted like unmarinated meat. We also got Eggplant Mirza, which did not taste bad but missed the egg. Their beet salad tasted good. I ordered fesenjoon stew, and it came with no meat. I asked them if it should have had chicken on it, and they said, "You should have added chicken!!!" It is like ordering butter chicken and then adding the chicken!! Fesenjoon's main ingredient is chicken. I asked to return it, and they told me we could fix it. After ten minutes, when the rice and stew were cold, they brought an unmarinated semi-raw chicken kabob!! I asked to talk to the owner, and this is the worst part of the story. They tried to justify and convince me I was wrong, but the woman was loud and rude!! She said "it is what it is!! I won't charge you for the fesenjoon", and I said it isn't a matter of money, and she said "yes, it is!!!" overall this is the worst experience I ever had in a Persian restaurant.

Mehhhh... Bland, underseasoned, overpriced food makes for a disappointing experience. The baba(bibi) ganoush had a fantastic flavor of smoked eggplant but it was pretty one dimensional. It was not well balanced our rounded. A little richness, a little acid form some lemon to brighten it up, a little oompf would have been nice. The Chicken Kabob was just underwhelming. Grilled chicken breast chunks served on a plate with arugula and some sumac sprinkled on top and a side of plain white flavorless rice. I've had this dish in tons of Persian and Mediterranean restaurants and also in those countries themselves and they are usually so packed with big bold flavors. This was so drab that we had to finally ask for some of their sweet pepper sauce on the side to finish it. Some fragrant spices and fresh herbs on on the chicken, some lemon squeezed over the top for freshness, some kind of seasoning or sauce with the rice; these are just fundamental to the cuisine which was lacking here. Even something simple like serving the chicken on the rice would have helped some of the juices soak into it rather than pooling up on a different plate. Overall quite disappointed by the food here and won't be going back. FWIW, a friend got the falafel plate here and he seemed to really like it.

This place has a very homely vibe and good portions. We got the chicken bibi bowl and found everything to be fresh. The rice was moist, chicken perfectly charred, peppers were roasted and the hummus was great. The arugula salad was a lot to finish. I plan to go back to try the chicken skewers!

excellent good, and a great deal for the price! the olives, hummus and pita are amazing.

The best Persian food I've ever had in the US! We tried most of kabobs and they were all great, but Lamb Chop was just amazing!

Really delicious food which was so flavorful but not laden with oils and some Middle Eastern take out can be. It was easy to order online and they were sweet for curbside pick up (my husband mentioned they were very friendly). We really enjoyed the koobideh kabob, cauliflower, chicken kabob, falafel plate, hummus, dolmeh, and beets. The meats were so moist and the rice the perfect accompaniment. I loved the presence of vegetables in the dishes and honestly felt like home cooked food at the end of the night. The dish we would most probably skip next time is the shiraz salad (good salad but not as good as the other dishes we had). Quite looking forward to heading back soon!

Fantastic and high quality food. The decor has gotten better and the grocery item choices are top notch. The Persian specialties are great and we did not find a dish we did not like after multiple visits. Even the baba ganoish takes it to another level.

Great atmosphere, good service, pretty atmosphere. Food was excellent. Highly recommend to try them out for Persian food experience or to cater. The portion is good and the quality is excellent! Will definitely be back when craving Persian food!

The food at BiBi is truly outstanding, offering a blend of authentic Persian cuisine and Mediterranean specialties. The combination of modern and traditional styles results in unique and flavorful dishes. I was impressed by the use of fresh, local ingredients and the careful preparation of each item in-house from scratch. The flavors were rich, and the meat was incredibly tender and juicy. The portion sizes were generous, offering great value for the price. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking an authentic and memorable dining experience.

Amazing food, I love the tasty flavors of this lil gem 1000% present recommend this place!

This place is a gem! The food was amazing, completely made with love. BiBi, the owner was a delight! A must visit if you can, I will definitely go back! Awesome!

If you haven't eaten here, you are missing out! Bibi's menu is quite diverse and intense with flavor. I've not experienced anything like it. Thank you Bibi for such a great service. Very welcoming environment and friendly people. You are the best!!!!

I would recommend coming to Bibi if you're craving for one of the best Mediterranean dishes. Best people and great service and the restaurant itself gives the best ambiance to enjoy the food. Everything is fresh, everything is cooked from scratch. Definitely #1 on my list whenever I'm in kirkland!

Really impressed by the food. Been searching for a solid Mediterranean place in Kirkland. My husband and I got the chicken and beef bowls. They come with saffron rice, hummus, veggies, olives and pita! Filled us up a lot, we even had leftovers. The service was quick! The whole place looks really clean and welcoming!

Omg what an amazing and authentic find! Our Persian friend recommended this amazing place and I have nothing but amazing things to say about the food. We ordered Chicken Kabob and Koobideh and it blew us away!! We also got some cookies and Sholeh Zard as dessert and it's impressive. Highly recommend because if the food. And the service blew me out of the water as well. Bibi herself attended to us and our needs amazing person!

Food is good. Service is good. Decor is cold and bland. Warm up the wall color, put a candle or flower on the tables, use cloth napkins. Just the small changes would improve perception and perhaps increase business

You have to eat the food fresh. It was very flavorful. The beet salad stains (ofc) but I like the freshness and sweetness from it. I tried Fesenjoon and was surprised that it would be so sweet. It was pretty rich and a good portion so I'd recommend it if you have people to split with that have a sweet tooth. The Roasted Cauliflower were also TASTY! Overall, this place is pretty good. I did takeout and it was ~15 minute wait. They even have a little grocery store inside.

Great food, not the most inviting atmosphere, but the food is fantastic! Would definitely go back!

Excellent Service!!! Exceptional tasting Food!!! Even bigger portion sizes!!! Cravings fulfilled! A must to try.

This a great Persian restaurant. Amazing restaurant with great quality. Highly recommend this place if you want to experience authentic persian food.

AMAZING coming from an Iranian, this is the best Persian food in the area. Bibi is so kind and welcoming. We had cucumber yogurt and shirazi salad, chicken kabob and kabob koobideh, and delicious sholeh zard and Persian cookies. We will be back for sure!

Yuuum, this place is delicious with generous portion sizes! I couldn't pick one thing so we got falafel, roasted cauliflower, hummus, "bibi" ghanoush, and saffron rice pudding. $100 of food was more than enough for six people. (I would get two orders of the saffron rice pudding!) I love knowing a place has an excellent health rating. Definitely recommend them for takeout during quarantine!

Delicious as always and the service is always good. But the ambiance is the best thing. I love this place

Having never eaten here before I was looking for Persian/Middle Eastern food catered for a large group and came across great reviews for BiBi. I emailed and she was super responsive and flexible, and came through with delicious food. We ordered vegetarian food for 25 and it could have served 50! Every guest commented how great the food was - we get to enjoy so many leftovers and they are so fresh and flavorful. Especially enjoyed all the eggplant and cauliflower dishes! Highly recommend their food and catering.

We could not recommend BiBi more highly for events/catering. We just had them do a 40-person outdoor reception on Queen Anne Hill in Seattle -- providing both appetizers and dinner. They were so communicative and responsive from the first time that we reached out in May, all the way through to the event in late August. They made great suggestions on the menu, even added in some items for free on the day-of, and delivered the food right on time an hour before the event with beautiful platters and other serving dishes. The food was spectacular -- breads, different types of hummus, kabobs, rices, some of the best roasted vegetable dishes we've ever had. We had at least 5 guests ask for their business card so that they could use them in the future. To top it off, the next day they even came into Seattle to meet us in a convenient location to exchange the serving platters, so that we didn't have to drive to Kirkland. Just amazingly nice and thoughtful people, and unbeatable food! We can't wait to use them again in the future.

Oh WOW I didn't know what to expect because the hours were a little different and the location seemed underwhelming from the outside however, this is THE BEST Mediterranean cuisine I have ever had and considering that's my favorite type of food that's saying a lot! We got the we got the baba ghanouj chicken bowl, spicy shrimp, a traditional Iranian dish that was very sweet, but yummy and they even gave us almond cookies on the house and everything was absolutely incredible! I will be coming back here soon. I would recommend anyone from any part of the Seattle area to drive here to taste this amazing food.

Yes. Some of the best Persian food I have eaten. The menu is a somewhat limited, but they have the main stuff, including the stuff I find less convenient to cook at home. Very delicious to the point were I am contemplating the 5 hour drive to go back... what else could I do over there? lol. Seriously good though.

I have no comments about the owner's response. But, I do want to draw everyone's attention to 2 obvious points in the reviews: 1. The image that was posted on their social media(available in my review): They posted it on their instagram. You can see the burnt Tahdig and rices. Again, they posted it themselves. That is their "good" picture that shows the quality of their food. 2. The owner's reply to all negative feedback is "No, you are wrong"(please do look at them all). Just go through all the not so 5-star reviews to observe and analyze the way they listen to feedback and respect their customers. Also, they did not simply delete my comment from instagram because it didn't make sense, they "blocked me".

I walked in this place without any expectation BUT this is THE REAL ONE. Bibi bowl with beef tenderoin I got was soso fresh and juicy and the portion was A LOT. The price was 18$ but it worth more than that I promise. The server a guy who wears glasses was so nice and kind, and I thought he was a owner but he is not. He gave me some desert (I guess it's healthy version of cookies) for free and it even takes SO GOOD as well as the bowl I got. I will defo come back this place again and recommend my folks to visit here

We were in the area and we found Bibi. We had a great meal. It was delicious and the restaurant is super cute. Parking is easy. Love this place! Everything was fresh.

Stumbled upon this place I would say it's lovely. And food is delicious!! Can't name what foods I got but It's all delicious and full of flavor. Best part is the Coffee. Hard for me to find Turkish Coffee that I love and they have just that. Will definitely be coming back for brunch. Oh and the little sweets they have are the cutest and delicious!

My new favorite Persian restaurant in the Seattle area! I'm a regular at the other Persian restaurants on the eastside and although I still love the others, I think Bibi tops them all. The meat is all organic and Bibi herself cooked for us. The chicken and beef were so tender and the roasted vegetables were so good. The eggplant and tadig were so good too. It looks like a lot of people do takeout but the interior is clean and modern with plenty of indoor seating.

Very nice new Persian place in town. Buffet style but not all you can eat. $15 for one hot plate and one cold plate. Excellent flavors, and a decent variety. Since they are very busy preparing for a catering event, what was out wasn't as much as they usually do, but uniformly good. Tasty, well charred and not oily. Excellent Persian tea too!

We have been coming here almost every weekend (for lunch), but recently we tried their dinner service. It was amazing! Food was great! High quality. Portions were a bit big, but can't complain. I definitely recommend their Fesenjoon.

Such a fantastic fresh foods they created daily. I tried Chicken,beef,rice, kale salad, potato salad( reminds me of Russian salad), Hummus and my ultimate five Baba Ganoush!!!!! Just divine. You can taste of clean fresh ingredients and spices she prepared and people are very kind and attentive. I buy more foods to go ever time I eat there What a fantastic addition to Kirkland area.

Amazing freshly made food. Everything here is fresh and delicious. Different buffet selections everyday. Great food and wonderful chef and staff.