Byzantion

Name: Byzantion
Address: 601 Broadway East, 98102, WA, 98102
Telephone: (206) 325-7580

Greek and Mediterranian Restaurant on Capitol Hill

601 Broadway East, Seattle, WA 98102, US

• Monday: 5:00PM-10:00PM •Tuesday: 5:00PM-10:00PM •Wednesday: 5:00PM-10:00PM •Thursday: 5:00PM-10:00PM •Friday: 4:00PM-11:00PM •Saturday: 4:00PM-11:00PM •

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Details

Cuisine: Greek
Parking: Street (free), Street (metered), Garage
Alcohol Type: full bar
Takeout Available: Yes

Delivery Available: No
Catering Available: No
Reservations: suggested
Smoking Allowed: No

Dress Code: casual
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Seating: Indoor, Patio
Music Type: pre-recorded

ala carte

Available all day

Served All Day

GYROS $9.99

Your choice of a traditional mixture of lamb and beef or chicken, cooked on a gyros broiler, served over pita and topped off with our homemade tzaziki and gyro salsa made up of chopped tomatoes, onions, parsley and olive oil.

SPANAKOPITA $9.99

A light and fluffy spinach and feta cheese pie with the fresh dill, wrapped in phyllo pastry. Served with potatoes and vegetables.

TIROPITA $8.99

For the cheese lovers! Feta cheese and egg filling wrapped in phyllo pastry and baked to perfection. Served with potatoes and vegetables.

KEFTETHES $8.99

Light and mouthwatering meatballs simmered in tomato sauce sprinkled with fresh basil and spices. Topped with feta cheese. Served with pita.

(Must specify ala carte only when ordering)

Dinner

Appetizers, Soups, Salads, and Entrees - Substitute potatoes and vegetables for a Greek salad for any entrée: 4.95

Appetizers

HOUMOS & PITA $6.95

A healthy mixture of chick peas, tahini, fresh-squeezed lemon and plenty of garlic.

MELITZANOSALATA & PITA $6.95

A garlic lovers delight! Eggplant drizzled with olive oil, tahini sauce and herbs.

TZATZIKI & PITA $6.95

Cool and creamy homemade yogurt with fresh garlic, olive oil and cucumber.

PIKILIA $12.75

Our combination appetizer plate. Houmos, Tzatziki, Melitzanosalata, feta, olives, pepperoncinis and dolmathes. Served with two pitas.

DOLMATHES $9.95

A Greek delicacy! Tender grape leaves stuffed with rice, beef, tomato, fresh dill and cinnamon. Baked in avgolemono, topped with fresh lemon and a splash of white wine. Homemade, never from a can.

SAGANAKI $9.95

OPA! This dish is a must! Pan-fried kaseri cheese with garlic, white wine, and fresh lemon. Get ready for some heat! This cheesy appetizer is lit right in front of your eyes.

KALAMARAKIA $11.95

Pan-fried baby squid seasoned with garlic, white wine, onions and lemon. Served with tzatziki.

SKORDO WITH GOAT CHEESE $9.95

Luscious oven-baked garlic mixed with rosemary, drizzled with olive oil, placed over soft goat cheese. Served with pita.

AGINARES $9.95

Pan-fried artichokes splashed with lemon. Served with tzatziki.

STEAMED CLAMS & PITA $12.75

Steamed clams bathed in white wine, olive oil, tomatoes, mushrooms and fresh basil.

FETA, KALAMATA OLIVES, PEPPERONCINIs & PITA $7.95

Soups

Cup 3.00, Bowl 4.50

AVGOLEMONO

Traditional soup of egg, lemon, rice, champagne and fresh ground pepper in a chicken base. Can you say DELICIOUS?! 3.00 cup/4.50 bowl

Cup - $4.00Bowl - $5.50

FAKI $3.00

A healthy mixture of lentils, garlic and fresh herbs. 3.00 cup /4.50 bowl

Cup - $4.00Bowl - $5.50

FASOLADA

Tomato based vegetable soup with white beans (vegan). Served with lemon and fresh herbs. Top it with feta for 1.50.

Cup - $4.00Bowl - $5.50

Salads

GREEK SALAD

Wild greens, romaine, tomatoes, kalamata olives, pepperoncinis topped with feta.

Small - $9.50Large - $11.50

HORIATIKI SALAD

A traditional village salad. Tomatoes, cucumbers, green peppers, olives, onions, pepperoncinis, topped with feta & oregano.

Small - $9.50Large - $11.50

CAESAR SALAD

Romaine lettuce, anchovies and parmesan tossed with our homemade Caesar dressing.

Small - $8.95Large - $10.95

WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD $13.50

Warm chicken breast over romaine wild greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, kalamata olives, chopped walnuts, feta and tossed in a raspberry vinaigrette.

SEAFOOD SALAD $23.95

Wild greens, romaine. Salmon, kalamari, mussels, sautéed garlic prawns, white wine, feta, fresh dill, mushrooms, tomatoes, and kalamata olives.

DINNER SALAD $7.50

Wild greens, romaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, kalamata olives, and pepperoncini. Choose one of our homemade dressings: tzatziki, or raspberry vinaigrette.

(Add chicken: small 4.95 large 5.95 Add gyro meat: 5.95)

Traditional Favorites

GYROS $15.95

Your choice of a traditional mixture of lamb and beef or chicken, cooked on a gyros broiler, served over pita and topped off with homemade tzaziki and gyro salsa made up of chopped tomatoes, onions, parsley and olive oil. Served with Greek salad and potatoes.

KEFTETHES $13.95

Light and mouthwatering meatballs smothered in tomato sauce sprinkled with fresh basil and spices. Topped with feta cheese. Served over your choice of pita or Spaghetti alla Ellinas.

DOLMATHES $15.95

A Greek delicacy! Tender grape leaves stuffed with rice, beef, tomato, fresh dill and cinnamon. Baked in avgolemono, topped with fresh lemon and a splash of white wine. Homemade, never from a can.

MOUSAKA $15.95

Traditional baked layers of eggplant and meat sauce with a rich creamy béchamel sauce and parmesan cheese. A delightful dish! Served with potatoes and vegetables

KOTOPITA $14.95

Chicken and vegetables lightly sautéed with dill, rosemary and feta, then wrapped in phyllo. Served with potatoes and vegetables.

LEMONATO $15.50

Tender pork medallions and mushrooms dipped in egg and parmesan cheese, pan-fried and tossed with pine nuts, with a touch of white wine and lemon. Served with potatoes and vegetables.

SOUVLAKI $17.50

Two skewers of tender broiled lamb or chicken, marinated in olive oil, wine, herbs, placed on top of warm pita , sprinkled with feta cheese, tomatoes, onions, and parsley served with potatoes and Greek salad. (with lamb add $3)

Lamb and Steak

ARNI PSITO $20.95

This specialty is from the Aegean islands, roast leg of lamb in olive oil, herbs, and wine. Served with potatoes and Greek salad.

PAIDAKIA $23.95

Lamb rack broiled with lemon, olive oil, wine, fresh garlic, oregano and fresh rosemary. Served with Horiatiki salad and potatoes.

Rib Eye Steak $21.95

Rubbed with rosemary, extra virgin olive oil, honey, & oregano. Served with Greek salad and potatoes.

Poultry

LEMONATI KOTA $15.95

Tender chicken medallions and mushrooms dipped in egg and parmesan cheese, pan-fried and tossed with pine nuts, with a touch of white wine and lemon. Served with potatoes and vegetables.

KOTA KOKINISTI $14.95

A tender breast of chicken sautéed with vegetables, wine, cloves and tomato sauce. Served with spaghetti and topped with feta.

KOTA DIJON $15.95

Chicken breast sautéed with fresh mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, and wine in a dijon sauce with feta and fresh dill. Served with rice and vegetables.

KOTA TAHINI $14.95

Chicken breast sautéed with vegetables, fresh orange juice and basil in tahini sauce. Served with rice and vegetables.

KOTA PSITI $15.95

Broiled whole half of chicken with olive oil, wine, herbs and lemon. Served with Horiatiki salad. Please allow at least 40 minutes

Pasta

Our sauces are made from scratch per order. All pasta is served with garlic pita.

FETTUCCINI ALFREDO $13.95

Fresh garlic, and parmesan in a rich cream Alfredo sauce.

FETTUCCINI ALA GRECO $14.95

Mushrooms, garlic, olives and onions in a light tomato sauce, topped with feta.

FETTUCCINI PRIMAVERA $14.95

Fresh market vegetables and artichokes in pesto sauce, topped with pine nuts.

FETTUCCINI CABONARA $14.95

Fettuccini in a cream sauce with parmesan, bacon, broiled pork loin, mushrooms, onions and tomatoes.

CHICKEN FETTUCCINI $15.95

Sliced chicken breast, mushrooms, tomatoes, artichokes mixed into a fresh dill and alfredo sauce.

SALMON IN BRANDY $19.95

Northwest salmon with linguine in a red sauce with fresh dill, tomatoes, mushrooms and brandy

SEAFOOD FETTUCCINI $23.95

Prawns, Kalamari, clams and salmon with lemon in a red wine sauce with mushrooms, tomatoes, basil and rosemary.

PRAWNS ATHINA $19.95

With linguine, mushrooms, tomatoes, basil in a red sauce.

CRAB RAVIOLI $19.95

With fresh mushrooms, tomatoes, basil cooked in a rich red wine sauce.

PORTOBELO RAVIOLI $18.95

With artichokes, tomatoes in an Alfredo sauce.

Seafood

KALAMARAKIA $15.95

Tender pan-fried baby squid in a light egg batter, olive oil, white wine and lemon. Tossed with parsley and chopped onions. Served with tzatziki, rice and vegetables.

SALMON SAGANAKI $20.95

Baked in a red sauce, feta, mushroom, garlic, basil and white wine. Served with rice and vegetables.

PSAROSOUPA $24.95

Fresh clams, salmon, and kalamari. Seasoned with rosemary, basil and sweet paprika in a tomato vegetable base. Served with pita.

PSARI PSITO $18.95

Fresh whole rainbow trout marinated in olive oil and stuffed with pesto. Broiled with wine, lemon and herbs. A fish lovers delight! Served with Horiatiki salad.

SOLOMOS PLAKI $20.95

Fresh king salmon baked with vegetables, fresh dill, garlic and tomatoes. Served with potatoes and vegetables.

OYSTERS $19.95

Pan-fried with parmesan in light egg batter with fresh garlic and lemon. Served with Greek salad and potatoes.

GARIDES $20.95

Two Prawn skewers sautéed with vegetables, lemon, wine and herbs. Served with Horiatiki salad, rice and vegetables.

WILD GRILLED SALMON $20.95

The Northwest’s best! Broiled with pesto, white wine, oregano, herbs and lemon. Served with horiatiki salad.

GARLIC PRAWNS $19.95

Prawns sautéed with vegetables, lemon, wine and herbs. Served with rice and vegetables.

Vegetarian

VegetarianTIROPITA $13.95

For the cheese lovers! Feta cheese and egg filling wrapped in phyllo pastry and baked to perfection. Served with potatoes and vegetables.

VegetarianSPANAKOPITA $15.95

A light and fluffy spinach and feta cheese pie with the fresh dill, wrapped in phyllo pastry. Served with potatoes and vegetables.

VegetarianNTOMATES GEMISTES $14.95

Delicious spicy rice stuffed tomatoes, green peppers and eggplant topped with feta and pine nuts placed over a bed of spinach. Served with potatoes and vegetables.

VegetarianVEGETARIAN MOUSAKA $15.95

Traditional baked layers of eggplant, vegetable and pasta smothered with a layer of rich creamy béchamel sauce and parmesan cheese. Served with rice and vegetables.

VegetarianBAKED STUFFED EGGPLANT $14.95

Eggplant stuffed with Greek cheese, garlic, tomatoes, basil, red sauce and kalamata olives. Served with potatoes.

VegetarianGARLIC VEGETABLE SAUTEE $13.95

Mushroom, carrots, broccoli, onions, green peppers, zucchini and garlic sautéed in olive oil with white wine and lemon, then baked with Greek cheeses. Served with potatoes.

Combinations

Each served with potatoes and vegetables.

ATHENS PLATE $18.95

One souvlaki of lamb (add $1.50) or chicken. Keftethes, tiropita and dolmathes.

VILLAGE PLATE $18.95

One souvlaki lamb (add $1.50) or chicken, mousaka, spanakopita and dolmathes.

MEDITERRANEAN PLATE $24.95

Roast lamb, dolmathes, spanakopita and mousaka.

BYZANTION PLATE $24.95

Kalamarakia, gyros, mousaka and spanakopita.

(Substitute potatoes and vegetables for a Greek salad for any entree: 4.95 Pita 1.50)

Desserts

BAKLAVA $6.95

Full of walnuts, cloves and spice wrapped in fillo pastry and baked to a soft crisp. Served with drizzled honey and cinnamon.

GALAKTOBOUREKO $7.95

A healthy dessert made to order! Orange and lemon custard wrapped in phyllo pastry and baked. Served warm topped with syrup, candied lemon and cinnamon. Please allow ten minutes.

Beverages

Nonalcoholic

FRESH SQUEEZED ORANGE JUICE

Large - $4.50

FRESH SQUEEZED LEMONADE

Large - $4.50

ESPRESSO (SINGLE SHOT) $2.95

LATTE,CAPPUCCINO,BREVE $3.65

GREEK COFFEE $3.65

Traditional rich thick coffee from Greece, served in a demitasse cup sweetened with sugar

APPLE JUICE, CRANBERRY JUICE, GRAPE JUICE, GRAPEFRUIT JUICE $2.95

SPARKLING WATER $2.95

Bottle - $2.95

COKE, DIET COKE, SPRITE $2.95

ICED TEA Freshly brewed! $2.95

HOT TEA $2.95

COFFEE $2.95

Alcoholic

MIMOSA $6.95

with freshly squeezed orange juice

BLOODY MARY $6.95

Irish Coffee $7.95

Coffee Nudge $8.95

Martini $7.95

Grand Marnier $7.95

Well Drinks $6.95

Ouzo $6.95

“Milk of the Gods” A distinctive member of the METAXA family, Ouzo by METAXA offers an authentic taste of Greek tradition. Created according to a time-honoured recipe, it features a blend of Mediterranean spices including aniseed, fennel, coriander and the precious mastic coming from the island of Chios, which endow Ouzo by METAXA with a rich, complex bouquet and cool, crisp flavour. Best enjoyed with ice.

7-STAR METAXA $8.95

“Nectar of the Gods” The senior expression of the METAXA style featuring longer-aged Muscat wines from the Aegean Islands and fine wine distillates matured up to seven years in oak casks. Old gold in color, it reveals delicate aromas of Muscat and soft vanilla, followed by full, balanced flavors. Best enjoyed neat or with ice.

The “Byz” $11.95

This beautiful cocktail offers a nice texture and a delicious balance of fruit and spice, riffing perfectly off of the Metaxa. 7-Star Metaxa mixed with fresh orange juice, cinnamon bark, and topped with club soda. Served over ice with orange peel and cinnamon stick. A refreshing end to a hot summer day.

Wine and Beer

The Byzantion offers an extensive wine list, as well as domestic and Greek beers. Wines are selected personally by the owner and chef to ensure a quality selection.

Greek White

RETSINA

A traditional Greek wine with the distinct aroma of pine - an acquired taste!

Glass - $7.95Bottle - $29.00

LAC DES ROCHES, BOUTARI

This market leader of Greek wines is truly elegant, with the distinct aroma of lemon blossom

Glass - $8.95Bottle - $36.00

MOSCOFILERO RODITIS

Bright white yellow with scents of fresh flowers, orange and lemon zest with a bright finish

Glass - $9.95Bottle - $39.00

KRETIKOS

Crisp and refreshing, delicious balance of fruit and spice - full of flavor, versatile as it is enjoyable

Glass - $7.95Bottle - $32.00

MAKENDONIKOS

Clear, bright green-gold, sprightly aromas of apple and pear, well balanced with a crisp finish

Glass - $7.95Bottle - $29.00

ASSYRTIKO-ATHIRI, SIGALAS

A nose of ripe citrus fruit gives way to refreshing acidity for a bright and crisp finish

Glass - $9.95Bottle - $38.00

Greek Red

ZOE AGIORGITIKO-CABERNET SAVIGNON, SKOURAS

2011 Saint George (Aghiorgitiko) 90%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10% Pomegranate, cherry & pepper, tangy, fresh and fruity, round and bouncy. This red is medium bodied, easy to drink, but a little serious, since the Cabernet really adds backbone to this vintage.

Glass - $8.95Bottle - $36.00

NAOUSSA, BOUTARI

Brimming with ripe cherry and elegant earthy tones with a smooth finish. A class "vin de garde"

Glass - $9.95Bottle - $39.00

NEMEA, SKOURAS

A deep crimson color with aromas of blackberries, black raspberries and ripe strawberries with just a touch of anise, clove and cinnamon

Glass - $9.95Bottle - $40.00

XINOMAVRO-SYRAH, ALPHA ESTATE

Splendid, purple red color. Complex, typical bouquet of spices (vanilla, pepper, clove), with hints of ripe blackberry.

Bottle - $42.00

AGIORITIKOS

A dry red wine, expressing raspberry and fresh brambly fruit, which floats violet notes through a smooth finish.

Bottle - $39.00

XINOMAVRO-SYRAH-MERLOT, ALPHA ESTATE

Deep ruby color with a tinge of purple. Powerful, pungent aromas of sweet cherry, candied plum and toasted oak. A Super-Greek

Bottle - $58.00

Other Imported Wines

PINOT GRIGIO

Light and dry, tart apple essence, with a fresh and crisp finish

Glass - $7.95Bottle - $32.00

CHIANTI, BANFI, ITALY

Medium-bodied with round, well-balanced fruit and spice

Bottle - $39.00

BORDEAUX, CHATEAU BARREYRES, FRANCE

Rich and complex, with medium bodied texture - soft and supple

Bottle - $39.00

BAROLO, MASCARELLO, ITALY

Cherry and rose aromas with ripe plum flavors; fruity with a medium to full body

Bottle - $105.00

AMARONE, DOMINI VENETI, ITALY

Full and dry with raisin qualities, and a dense, rich flavor and bittersweet almond

Bottle - $120.00

Domestic Wines

WHITE ZINFANDEL

Semi-sweet raspberry flavors, medium body, with a crisp, clean finish

Glass - $6.95Bottle - $29.00

CHARDONNAY

Crisp apple, pear fruit and spice with a pleasant smoky finish

Glass - $7.95Bottle - $29.00

RIESLING, WASHINGTON

Washington's most plentiful white variety; fruity, off-dry and well-balanced

Glass - $6.95Bottle - $28.00

PINOT NOIR

Berry, black pepper and a hint of ripe fruit and a lingering, well-structured finish

Glass - $8.95Bottle - $36.00

PINOT NOIR, LANGE, OREGON

Candied cherry, crushed raspberry, and cola, ove a background of black licorice and refined tannis

Bottle - $45.00

MERLOT

Raspberry and blackberry notes with herbal and cassis nuances; medium-bodied

Glass - $7.95Bottle - $32.00

CABERNET - MERLOT BLEND, KIONA

This classic blend showcases smooth, refined tannins and a long finish. Selective blending from some of Washington’s finest vineyards along iwth 15 months of careful oak aging yields a balanced, intricate wine.

Glass - $8.95Bottle - $36.00

MERLOT, L’Ecole, COLUMBIA VALLEY

Rich with enticing aromas of plum, nutmeg, and clove this dark and brooding Merlot shows a robust core of black cherry and blackberry which features into the seamless finish of fine-grained tannin and spice.

Bottle - $60.00

CABERNET SAUVIGNON

Full dry red with black cherry and bell pepper flavors and aromas

Glass - $7.95Bottle - $32.00

CABERNET SAUVIGNON, L’Ecole, WALLA WALLA VALLEY

A blend of five prestigious vineyard sites representing three unique soil types in the Walla Walla Valley; its old world structure, dense dark fruit flavors and elegant tannins exemplify the best of Walla Walla.

Bottle - $60.00

CABERNET SAUVIGNON, KIONA

Showcases dark plum and clove on the palate, which are balanced nicely by aromas of black tea, smoke, and earth. A velvety mouthfeel and grippy tannins underpin the elegant flavor profile. Significant aging potential.

Bottle - $48.00

CABERNET SAUVIGNON, SEVEN HILLS, WASHINGTON

Ripe plum and raspberry, with sweet oak spice and vanilla

Bottle - $49.00

SYRAH

An elegant plum aroma with a spicy finish

Glass - $7.95Bottle - $32.00

SYRAH, GOOSE RIDGE, COLUMBIA VALLEY, WASHINGTON

Complex flavors of spice, red and black berries, orange rind and cocoa

Bottle - $60.00

SANGIOVESE, MARYHILL, WASHINGTON

Black cherry and white pepper aromas lead to truffle and smoke on the light and easy finish

Glass - $7.95Bottle - $34.00

CABERNET SAUVIGNON, KIONA Reserve $49.00

Exceptionally smooth crafted in the Bordeaux-style from some of Washington’s finest vineyards. 28 months of oak aging and a splash of Merlot and Cabernet Franc give this wine plenty of character. Nicely balanced by aromas and flavors of cassis, violets, plum, and smoke.

Bottle - $49.00

SYRAH, KIONA Reserve $48.00

Classic mineral and fruit aromas that reflect Syrahs heritage grace an uncommon intensity of flavor and structure. Earth, spice, and dark fruit are in ample supply

Sparkling Wines

CHEATEAU ST. MICHELLE

Glass - $7.95Bottle - $32.00

Beer Selection

DOMESTIC

Redhook ESB, Redhook IPA, Full Sail Amber, Full Sail Pale Ale, Pyramid Pale Ale, Fat Tire, Alaskan Amber, Widmer Hefeweizen

Bottle - $4.95

IMPORTED

Heineken, Becks, Becks Dark Bottle

Bottle - $4.95

NON-ALCOHOLIC

Haake Beck, O'Doul's, Thomas Kemper Root Beer

Bottle - $3.75