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Orange County - Zait & Zaatar restaurant
7.8

Zait & Zaatar

  • Orange County
  • $$
  • Medi
  • Quick
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Delectable feast for senses

A dining experience at Zait & Zaatar is akin to an exhibition of culinary art. Every dish brims with creativity and taste, prancing on your palate like a ballet dancer. Fresh ingredients elevate the overall experience, creating a symphony of flavours in every bite. Portions are hearty, you'll certainly not leave hungry. The cherry on top? Fair prices for such gastronomic wonder. And for the choosy eater, the extensive menu promises to surprise and delight.

  • Great Variety

    Diverse menu with extensive selection caters to all preferences, including vegan.

Top 3 dishes at Zait & Zaatar

  1. 1

    Chicken Shawerma Sandwich 🏆

    Most say it's the best shawarma with perfect spices and crunch.

    Chicken Shawerma Sandwich dish
  2. 2

    Pastries

    Pastries consistently praised for being authentic, delicious, and freshly baked.

    Pastries dish
  3. 3

    Falafel Sphere

    Perfectly cooked, seasoned; crisp exterior with soft, herby interior.

    Falafel Sphere dish

Vibe: Off-putting dating space

The restaurant's vibe, sadly, falls short of the food's divine standard. If you're planning a date night here, reconsider. The space is small and crowded, and the loud music doesn't help. The drinks menu seems like a hurried afterthought and the charm of the quaint decor gets lost in the cramped space.

  • Okay Ambiance

    Some find the decor quaint and inviting, others see it as cramped.

  • Bad Drinks

    Limited drink selection detracted from the restaurant's dining experience.

Perks: Anty outdoor, loud music

At Zait & Zaatar, the perks appear as a bit of a mixed bag. On the downside, the outdoor seating arena has an unwelcoming ant situation. The loud music drowns out conversations, and accommodating large groups is a concerning issue here. However, it scores on the dietary front with a plethora of vegan and vegetarian options, and the kids seem to cherish their time here.

  • Great For Diets

    Accommodating diverse diets; vegan and vegetarian options aplenty.

  • Okay For Kids

    Place is casual and family-oriented but can be too laid-back for some.

  • Bad Service

    Staff often rude, unprofessional, causing slow service and negative experiences.