Authentic Lebanese & Middle Eastern flavors w/ standout kebabs & shawarma. Great for groups, known for shareable plates & vibrant atmosphere.
Au Za'atar offers a vibrant Middle Eastern and Lebanese dining experience, drawing praise for its authentic flavors and diverse menu. Customers frequently highlight the delicious chicken kebabs, flavorful shawarma, and refreshing mint lemonade. The restaurant is also noted for its extensive mezze and shareable plates, making it a great spot for groups looking to enjoy a variety of tastes.
The restaurant specializes in Middle Eastern and Lebanese cuisine, with many patrons recommending dishes such as chicken kebabs and shawarma. Mezze and shareable plates are also popular choices, contributing to a communal dining experience. A specific recommendation for a 'Vitmo' drink was also noted.
"Customers frequently recommend the chicken kebabs and shawarma. The restaurant is also noted for its mezze, shareable plates, and a refreshing mint lemonade."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment towards the food, frequently recommending dishes like chicken kebab and shawarma. However, some feedback suggests service can be inconsistent, and one comment noted it might be perceived as a bit touristy.
Important Note
One user noted the restaurant can be a bit touristy. There are also conflicting reports on service quality, with some finding it good and others noting it as bad. Some downvotes on a post recommending it were attributed to its price point and upscale nature not matching the original request, rather than food quality.
"This user explained that Au Zaatar was downvoted because the price point and upscale nature did not match the original poster's request for a major celebration."
Neutral"This user noted that Au Zaatar was receiving downvotes due to its location, not its food quality."
Neutral"Au Zaatar in the East Village was recommended."
Negative"Au- Zataar in the East Village was mentioned as being a bit touristy but appreciated. The user found their shawarma and mint lemonade to be really good."
Positive"This user suggested Au Za'atar has a really good Vitmo drink."
Positive"Au Zaatar was recommended for Lebanese food."
Positive"Au Za'atar is suggested for groups due to its numerous small plates and shareable options, creating a lively dining experience. Reservations are advised for larger parties."
Positive"A user clarified that Au Za'atar is Lebanese cuisine, not Greek, suggesting that the original poster's dislike might specifically be for Greek food, not all Mediterranean cuisine."
Neutral"The original poster clarified their interest in Au Za'atar, stating that despite their general dislike for Greek food, the meat, rice, and fries on Au Za'atar's extensive menu looked appealing."
Positive"The user questioned the original poster's choice of Au Za'atar, a Mediterranean spot, given their stated dislike for Mediterranean food."
Neutral"The original poster considered Au Za'atar for their last night's dinner in the East Village, despite initially stating a dislike for Mediterranean food."
Neutral"The author advises against going to Au Za'atar for an anniversary."
Negative"The author loved the uptown Au Za'atar recently but found the service to be notably bad."
Neutral"The author likes the uptown Au Za'atar, finding its service much better and room prettier than the East Village location."
Positive"The author suggests Au Za'atar as an option for pita sandwiches."
Neutral"The author suggested Au Za'atar as a higher quality restaurant option when asked for chicken kebab recommendations."
Positive"The author recommended Au Za'atar in the East Village in response to a request for good chicken kebab takeout."
Positive"Lists Au Za’atar as a recommendation for Middle Eastern/Lebanese food."
Positive"Lebanese restaurant in East Village"
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