Marlaina’s Mediterranean Kitchen Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Marlaina’s Mediterranean Kitchen, a culinary gem nestled in Burien, WA, where the enchanting flavors of the Mediterranean come alive. This vibrant eatery specializes in mouthwatering kebabs, fulfilling both casual diners and families alike with its diverse menu. From delectable vegan options to scrumptious desserts, each dish is crafted with fresh ingredients that reflect Mediterranean heritage.
Highlights of the menu include perfectly grilled kebabs, aromatic spices, and a variety of healthy sides. The atmosphere is inviting, featuring outdoor seating and a casual vibe, making it a great spot for lunches and dinners with friends or family. Don't miss their happy hour specials that add to the dining experience.
Marlaina’s commitment to accessibility and community is evident with offerings like takeout, delivery, and accommodating services such as gender-neutral restrooms and ASL proficiency. Come indulge in an immersive experience where every bite tells a story.
Salads
Beet Salad
Vegan, vegetarian. Roasted beets tossed with, garlic, ginger, orange, lemon and extra virgin olive oil available seasonally.
Mediterranean Salad
Fresh spinach greens tossed with tomato, red onion, feta cheese, cucumber, piyaz and sumac spice tossed with pomegranate molasses and extra virgin olive oil.
Piyaz
Vegan, vegetarian. Chilled salad of white beans prepared with ginger root, onions, tomato, extra virgin olive oil and garlic.
Traditional Kadaif
Shredded pastry filled with pistachios.
Marlainas Baklava
Layered pastry filled with pistachios or walnuts.
Desserts
Entrees
Gyro Plate
Grilled seasoned lamb and beef served on our homemade pita bread, topped with fresh tzatziki and accompanied by our fresh spinach salad.
Grilled Salmon
Salmon marinated in ginger, garlic and smokey sauce and grilled to perfection, served with Mesopotamian potatoes and fresh spinach salad.
Roasted Lamb Shank
Oven roasted lamb shank with onion, tomato, coriander, cumin, Saffron, black pepper and pomegranate. Served with Mesopotamian potatoes or basmati rice.
Lamb Beef
Slow braised lamb and beef cooked in flavorful herbs and spices.
Plaki
Northern beans, olive oil, tomato sauce, garlic oregano.
Vegan
Vegan. Eggplant, potatoes, mushrooms and peppers cooked in rich spice and herbal sauce.
Chicken
Chicken sauteed with onions, herbs and spices including cumin, coriander, turmeric and fenugreek.
Vegetarian
Vegetarian. Chick peas cooked in curry sauce.
Mesopotamian Stews
Kebabs
Lamb Kebab
Australian lamb, marinated and grilled. Meat cooked rare, medium rare or pink in the middle, may be undercooked and is served only upon request. Consumption of raw beef may result in foodborne illness.
Chicken Pirzola
Grilled chicken thighs marinated with garlic, lemon and nutmeg. Meat cooked rare, medium rare or pink in the middle, may be undercooked and is served only upon request. Consumption of raw beef may result in foodborne illness.
Lamb Pirzola
Grilled lamb chop marinated with garlic and rosemary. Meat cooked rare, medium rare or pink in the middle, may be undercooked and is served only upon request. Consumption of raw beef may result in foodborne illness.
Adana Kebab
Ground lamb and beef, marinated with spices and grilled. Meat cooked rare, medium rare or pink in the middle, may be undercooked and is served only upon request. Consumption of raw beef may result in foodborne illness.
Hummus
Vegan, vegetarian. Chickpeas blended with sesame tahini, extra virgin olive oil, lemon, and garlic.
Dolma
Vegan, vegetarian. Grape leaves stuffed with rice and rich spices.
Baba Ganoush
A creamy, smokey puree of roasted eggplant with tahini, lemon and garlic.
Mediterranean Cheese Platter
Chefs selection of European cheeses such as comte, aged cheddar, camembert, French brie, parmigiano reggiano and Danish blue available seasonally.
Tzatziki
Fresh house made yogurt with cucumber, fresh mint, dill and garlic.
Mezze Platter
A generous sampler of piyaz, hummus, tzatziki, baba ganoush, dolma and tabouli.
Tabouli
Vegan, vegetarian. A traditional vegan dish made of couscous, finely chopped parsley and red onions seasoned with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic.