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Yalla

4.8
4.8
150 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 37 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Healthy
Yalla is a neighborhood Mediterranean smokehouse from the Sesame Collective restaurant group. Opened in summer of 2020, Yalla brings a Mediterranean smokehouse to the heart of the Multnomah Village neighborhood in Portland, Oregon. With a menu of smoked meats, seasonal vegetables, and comfort dishes, Yalla is currently open for delivery, take out, and full service dining. Yalla is helmed by Chef/Owner Kasey Mills and Chef de Cuisine Daniel Valley.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Regional American (Northwest), Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (503) 206-4007
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    SW Portland
  • Cross Street
    Located on SW Capitol Highway and SW 36th Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 150 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Portland / Oregon

    Healthy

  • Portland / Oregon

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Portland

    Best Food

  • Portland

    Healthy

  • Portland

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Yalla in Portland is a culinary gem featuring "amazing flavors" and exceptional service. With a diverse menu that caters to all dietary preferences, including vegan and gluten-free, it's a "must-visit." The cozy ambiance is perfect for any occasion, while standout dishes like fried chicken and cornbread keep diners coming back.

150 Reviews
  1. Sarah

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always love the food and atmosphere. Never disappoints.

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  2. Merilee

    Portland

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious place for a dinner meeting. I had the Bulgarian kebab, my friend had the sugo. (I think mine was tastier.) I also had an insanely good mocktail, with Wilderton aperitivo. The outdoor patio (really more of a cave on stilts) was colder than usual. On this very cold night the heaters were challenged to keep up. But it was great to be there!

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  3. Barbara

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal, we followed our servers suggestions as it was our first time at Yalla. She steered us well! Hummus with burnt ends was a delight, fennel salad lemony, cedar planked salmon was outstanding (and I am not too fond of fish), and the tamari fried Brussels sprouts a perfect complement to the fish. In celebration of a milestone birthday the cheesecake was a dense and tasty dessert. We will definitely be back to try the rest of the menu.

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  4. Sarah

    VIP

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was excellent. We had to wait for our reservation due to other patrons continuing to occupy our table and the staff was very kind and appreciative. They even comp’d our drinks. The wait staff was excellent. The hummus was amazing, as always. We tried the fried chicken and we wouldn’t recommend. There was far more fried batter than chicken. We also tried the rib eye and 1/3 of the sliced pieces were total fat, something we wouldn’t eat. Overall, like most restaurants, the food prices have risen so much that what we got didn’t seem worth the costs.

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  5. Diane

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb service and excellent fare. There was not one item that we ordered that was not stellar. Well done, Yalla!

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  6. chance

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible little spot! Service was amazing and the burnt end hummus is *chefs kiss*

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  7. Bill

    Portland

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 14 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yalla has wonderful food and drinks - such great flavors. We love the minor to the menu items that appear each time we visit. Service and environment are lovely and arm feeling. Be aware the noise level in the main dining area with music and when full of diners can make it tough for folks with slight hearing loss.

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  8. Christopher

    VIP

    Seattle

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We waited way too long to experience every aspect of Yalla's greatness until enjoying Sunday brunch. Elevated hospitality, expertly choreographed service as a team, and the Mediterranean flavors, textures, and sharing plate culture leading to a perfect 5-star occasion. Three plates, two sides, perfect for sharing alongside some cocktails. Not an anomaly. Everyone at Yalla on Sunday was experiencing innovation and joy! We are planning our return with enthusiasm.

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  9. treva

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolute perfection from start to finish. Incredible cheese bread, donuts, crumb cake, chicken & waffles. Amazing staff.

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  10. Sarah

    VIP

    Portland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yalla has the most delicious food. We love the ambience, service and all the yummy dishes!

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FAQs

Yalla offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (503) 206-4007.

Yalla is rated 4.8 stars by 150 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 37 times today

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Google Map for Yalla

7850 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR 97219-2494

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located on SW Capitol Highway and SW 36th Ave
  • Area
    SW Portland
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Regional American (Northwest), Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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