
500 East Davie Street, Raleigh, NC
Urban Olive Mediterranean operates within Transfer Food Hall in downtown Raleigh and serves Mediterranean cuisine including shawarma, falafel, hummus, and grape leaves. The establishment offers both dine-in and takeout service in a shared food hall space with seating available.
Staff has given verbal assurance of halal status. Featured by Instagram channel @halallaboutit.
Score reflects admin-confirmed halal status; no additional evidence on file yet.
I don’t normally make things five stars but this place deserves it. Urban Olive absolutely blew us away. It’s tucked inside a really cool food hall, but even with all the tempting options around, this place still stands out. The energy is welcoming from the minute you walk up. The staff is friendly, patient, and genuinely happy to help. Alex took our order and was incredibly kind and helpful, and the owners themselves were just as sweet and attentive. You can tell they care about their food and the people eating it. Our group of five all ordered different things, and every single person loved their meal. One friend even said it was the best Mediterranean food he’s ever had, and he’s not dramatic, so that says something. I built my own bowl with rice, salad, grilled chicken, and their spicy green sauce, and I’m still thinking about it. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and carefully made. The chicken was juicy, the greens were crisp, and that sauce… honestly addictive in the best way. We were all already talking about what we’d order next time before we even left. If you love Mediterranean food or just want something fresh and delicious, this spot is a must-visit. Friendly staff, great owners, amazing food, and a fun atmosphere. Can’t wait to go back.