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Mediterranean café & gourmet market known for fresh breads, diverse vegetarian options and quick service in North Raleigh.

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Sassool café in North Raleigh serves fresh Mediterranean dishes with vegan & vegetarian options plus a gourmet market. Quick service and fresh breads daily.

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Sassool offers fresh, flavorful Lebanese and Mediterranean dishes with a robust marketplace for gourmet ingredients and breads. Guests enjoy a fast, friendly counter-service experience with diverse vegan, vegetarian, and halal options, plus a lively indoor and outdoor dining setting.

What to Expect:

    🍽️ Wide vegetarian and vegan selections
    🥙 Freshly baked pita and breads daily
    ☕ Excellent coffee and specialty teas
    🛒 Gourmet marketplace attached

Important Information:

    – No reservations; walk-in counter service
    – Located in Harvest Plaza Shopping Center, North Raleigh
    – Free parking available in lot and on street
    – Wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, restroom, and parking
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📍 Local Insights

🥙 Grab the Pick 4 Combo: Regulars love the customizable Pick 4, noting great value but be aware identical sides are halved in portion for the same price.

🕒 Visit Outside Peak Hours: To avoid wait times, plan visits before noon or after 2 PM on weekdays when lunch crowds subside.

🛒 Explore the Gourmet Market: Don’t miss the market’s hard-to-find Middle Eastern pantry staples and fresh bakery items alongside your meal.

☕ Coffee and Dessert Standouts: The café’s coffee and dessert selections, especially chocolate baklava and cheesecake, are highly recommended and perfect for finishing your meal.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 10 AM to 9 PM

Tuesday: 10 AM to 9 PM

Wednesday: 10 AM to 9 PM

Thursday: 10 AM to 9 PM

Friday: 10 AM to 9 PM

Saturday: 10 AM to 9 PM

Sunday: 10 AM to 9 PM

👉 Best For

Lunch, dinner, vegan and vegetarian meals, quick bites, family dining
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Sassool

9650 Strickland Rd
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Raleigh
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NC
27615

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Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Sassool consistently earns praise for its authentic, fresh Mediterranean fare and generous portions with standout vegetarian and vegan choices. Reviewers highlight the friendly, attentive staff and the convenient marketplace setup. Some critiques mention occasional service speed issues and inconsistent order accuracy, but overall, guests deem it a top choice for flavorful, healthy meals in North Raleigh.
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December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Falafel; Two Kebab Platter; Hummus (Jalapeño Cilantro Recommended); Vegetable Lasagna; Mediterranean Chicken Salad; Chocolate Baklava; Fresh Breads; Coffee; Tea; Small Plates; Vegan Options; Vegetarian Options; Halal Food; Quick Bite

📆 Best Times to Visit

Visit before noon or after 2 PM weekdays to avoid lunch rush; Fridays 5–7 PM are peak times; weekends busiest noon to 6 PM.
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