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Santa Monica - Z Garden restaurant
7.5

Z Garden

  • Santa Monica
  • $$
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Feast for taste-buds

At Z Garden, the Chicken Shawarma Plate rules the roost. Consistently described as flavorful, it epitomizes the creativity and freshness of Mediterranean cuisine. The Baba Gannoush, often declared divine, is a testament to Z Garden's ingenuity. The Chicken Pita Sandwich, juicy with creamy hummus, demonstrates generosity with portions and fluidity with flavor. The expansive variety and the outstanding value it offers, makes Z Garden's food a gastronomical delight.

  • Great Value

    Frequent mentions of outstanding value for delicious food and service.

Top 3 dishes at Z Garden

  1. 1

    Chicken Shawarma Plate 🏆

    Exceptionally flavorful and always garners very positive feedback.

    Chicken Shawarma Plate dish
  2. 2

    Baba Gannoush

    Smokey flavor extremely well-received; often described as divine or amazing.

    Baba Gannoush dish
  3. 3

    Chicken Pita Sandwich

    Most reviews highlight the flavorful, juicy chicken and creamy hummus.

    Chicken Pita Sandwich dish

Vibe: Homely vibe, humble place

While some might find the casual ambiance inviting and clean, it's not for everyone. The lack of alcoholic drinks and charming entertainment might make Z Garden fall short for perfect date nights and social media buzz. However, its authenticity and Mediterranean feel do resonate with many.

  • Okay Ambiance

    Some find the ambiance casual, inviting, and clean, with varied opinions.

  • Bad Buzz

    Restaurant was relatively empty, lacking vibrancy and social media appeal.

Perks: Service woes mar experience

Parking can be unpredictable and the music is often too loud for a comfortable conversation. The outdoor seating has attracted negative impressions due to ant problems. The service too can be improved; inattentiveness and long waits have been noted. Despite this, Z Garden spans all diets and is family and pet-friendly, contrasting against its service vices.

  • Great For Diets

    Excellent vegetarian and vegan options, very accommodating for dietary needs.

  • Okay To Park

    Mixed experiences with parking, varying from easy to challenging availability.

  • Bad Service

    Complaints about very slow service, long waits and inattentive staff.