Golden Beetle has good food at reasonable price, particularly during the happy hour time. The food is eclectic, but we enjoyed the mini burgers, the hummus and the fries. We have been several times with different friends and always everybody like it.

Thought I was going to a middle eastern restaurant as I wanted creamy hummus and falafel. they had this but also hamburgers and fries. Kinda like going to a chinese restaurant and they have a merican food (beware). The hummus was pretty good and the service was fine but I still need to find a great middle eastern restuarant when... More

The flavors of the food at Golden Beetle are always interesting, amazing, different. The servers are generally friendly and efficient. The cocktails are sassy.

I did read the other reviews of this restaurant and unfortunately those reviews which were quite negative, rated the restaurant against others in the area. As I am not a native to Seattle, I cannot compare the Golden Beetle to other places in Seattle. I rate it entirely on this one experience which was very good. First of all, my... More

What a unique menu with a fantastic variety of food. I had the clam pasta with an salad/potato combo. Donut balls for desert. The flavors were spectacular. Highly recommended.

Over three visits I've been very happy with the food, service, and cocktails. I don't normally drink cocktails, but the bartending here really is on another level. You owe it to yourself to try. Food has been consistently good: varied, inventive, fresh, and vegetarian-friendly. Good service.

Warm and friendly atmosphere and delicious food. We shared a few small plates and ordered our own main meal. I really enjoyed the chicken with yogurt. Another at our table enjoyed the tangine, and another said the ribs were a 7 out of 10. It was plenty of food, and we all went home satisfied.

If you're craving something a little different try the Golden Beetle in Ballard. The food is always wonderful, and not your standard fare, always served with the chef's personal touch.

I had the pleasure of visiting the Golden Beetle shortly after it opened. I'll admit I wasn't expecting much when my date said we were going out for Middle Eastern food. I love falafel as much as the next gal, but I associate it with street vendors or a fast-food vibe under flourescent lights. Nothing could be further from the... More