Zaytoon

Name: Zaytoon
Address: 1133 Solano Ave, Albany, CA, United States, 94706-1636
Telephone: (510) 898-1316
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

628 Reviews

$30 and under

Middle Eastern

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Zaytoon Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar offers Mediterranean comfort foods with a modern American twist. Located at the corner of Solano and Kains, Zaytoon embraces the everyday Mediterranean kitchen, making it the focus of your casual fine dining experience. With hummus inspired by the flavors of Jerusalem and humanely raised meats, Zaytoon is much more than your average shawarma joint! Come try Zaytoon’s craft cocktails, created by the Jessica Maria, the owner of Albany's craft cocktail bar, the Hotsy Totsy Club. Meet up with your coworkers or friends for Zaytoon's full bar and Happy Hour! Reserve a table for your romantic night out.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, International
Hours of operation
Lunch Sun 10:00 am–4:45 pm
Phone number
(510) 898-1316
Website
http://zaytoon510.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1133 Solano Ave, Albany, CA 94706-1636
Neighborhood
Albany
Cross street
Kains
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Zaytoon$5.00
our marinated warm olives in house spices
Mazza Platter$8.00
hummus, baba ghannouj, tabouli, eggplant salad, falafel
Fried Halloumi$5.00
battered and deep fried, tomato sauce
Schnitzel$5.00
breaded chicken with garlic toum
Harissa & Honey Wings$5.00
North African chili sauce, honey, garlic
Fattoush Salad$7.00
hearts of romaine, crispy pita, mint, radishes, lemon vinaigrette
Filfil Fries$5.00
sweet peppers, onions, smoked paprika

Wine

$1 Off Select Wines

Sparkling

NV Brut California Champagne, Wycliff Champagne Cellars$5.00

Beer on Draft

Racer 5 IPA$4.00
Drakes 1500 Pale Ale$4.00
Scrimshaw Pilsner$4.00
Rotating Tap$4.00

Beer by the Bottle

Budweiser$4.00
Bud Light$4.00
Pacifico$5.00
The Hatchet Apple Cider$6.00
Eye of the Hawk Imperial Ale$5.00
Blanch de Chambly Belgian White$6.00
Black Butte Porter$5.00

Cocktails

Stay Tuned$8.00
Aylesbury Duck vodka, arak, house-made mint lemonade
Sultan's Iced Tea$9.00
Bulleit bourbon, black tea, allspice dram, honey, house-made mint lemonade
See You in Sousse ("soo-suh")$8.00
Absolut mango vodka, pineapple juice, lassi, honey
Midnight on Solano$8.00
Ford's gin, chamomile syrup, Persian cucumber, lime juice
A Second Date$8.00
Caña Brava rum, date syrup, flower water, walnut bitters, orange oil
Habibi$8.00
Four Roses bourbon, amaretto, allspice dram, tahini, honey
Rock The Casbah$8.00
Tequila Cabeza, pama liqueur, orange bitters, bubbles

Non-Alcoholic

Fresh-Squeezed Mint Lemonade$3.50

What 628 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

628 Reviews

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DonnaD
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my first time at Zaytoon and I was not disappointed. The restaurant is lovely and the food I ordered, the moussaka, was the best I had ever eaten.
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RobertJ
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best dining experiences I’ve had. Food, service, ambiance and value for great quality!
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AnnieB
San Francisco
44 reviews
vip
4.0
44 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall4food3service3ambience4
Second visit to Zaytoon, and my friend and I had an enjoyable meal. The spanokopita were especially tasty; the brussels sprouts not quite as good as I remember from the first time I was there. I very much enjoyed the beet salad, though.
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letty
San Francisco
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We enjoyed the food and the hospitality. We will return
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MelinaA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food at Zaytoon was absolutely delicious! The staff was friendly, and the atmosphere was cozy and inviting. I can't wait to come back. Melina
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GracieS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious Mediterranean food! I never really like Mediterranean food in the past but slowly started to really enjoy it after tasting the amazing appetizers and main courses from Zaytoon!
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ColinC
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was, as always, great.
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NinaC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
The food was delicious. After a stressful day, it was the perfect meal. My friend and I shared 3 starters which was perfect for us.
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SteveW
San Francisco
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Stylish eastern Mediterranean dishes. Well beyond conventional preparation - they are enhance with creative recipes that are a taste treats. The portion are very ample. We keep going back for more.
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LisaLisa
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food was great as usual! Seemed like everyone was out last night, as it was very busy!
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SonofSid7of9
San Francisco
31 reviews
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Great food, it got very noisy as it got later in the evening.
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JohannaR
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I feel like Zaytoon has gotten even better over the years. Food is absolutely delicious! It’s higher priced but you leave stuffed so it’s well worth it! There’s always a crowd so the noise level can make conversations a little challenging.
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SHug
San Francisco
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience4
Great food, seemed like the staff was new...hummus was amazing
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BarbaraW
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food every time with friendly staff- highly recommend
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Barbara
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Mediterranean restaurant I have ever been to! Every dish was perfection….. beet salad, Mazza platter, lamb chops with Couscous. This is now my GoTo for Mediterranean food! Everything was on point.
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MelissaH
San Francisco
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Very zen interior, romantic low light and natural light streaming in from skylights, roomy table spacing and was quiet despite being quite busy. Wait staff very attentive almost overly so. I had the Fattoush salad and added falafel. Ample portion was tasty with plenty of veg and dressing and price point on this dish was good. My friends chose the grilled lamb and grilled shrimp and they both rated their food excellent albeit at a higher price. Wine list limited. I love reds and noticed their offerings to be sourced from Chile, Argentina and the Middle East. Overall a pleasant meal in lovely surroundings. I will return.
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RebeccaS
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a fabulous meal and great service. Love this place!
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KayS
San Francisco
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience4
Servers were pressuring us to order and move to next dish When we told the first server we were not ready to order he got upset left and sent another server
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KPeats
San Francisco
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Zaytoon is a favorite. Interesting cocktails, generous portions of flavorful food, welcoming staff. I order the Shish Taouk almost every visit— the chicken is always cooked beautifully, the veggies are nicely seasoned and grilled, and I can’t get enough of the toum! We’ve been enough times that I’ve tasted almost everything on the menu, and it’s all delicious. They use great produce and cook everything nicely, with great seasoning. The only miss for me is the halloumi salad, which is a bit too salty for me, but I think it’s normal for halloumi to be salty. Don’t miss their take on baklava— trust me!
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LadyBee
San Francisco
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
I wish for entrees under $20, otherwise this place is wonderful. The food is so good! Staff is good, not super kind or attentive but decent.
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MichaelB
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food, we will come back. Loud environment, so be prepared, though outdoor seating is available.
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LinB
San Francisco
60 reviews
5.0
60 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Service was a bit chaotic as we had about 4 different people waiting on us. Otherwise food was great @ ambiance celebratory for our birthday dinner!
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BrianH
Dallas
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our first time at Zaytoon, but definitely not our last! Outstanding food. I especially enjoyed the Lamb Maklouba and the Warak Inab. Outstanding experience, highly recommended.
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ChristinaG
Los Angeles
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a very nice experience. We have a party of 5. Everyone enjoyed their choices.
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Bison
San Francisco
26 reviews
4.0
26 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
We particularly enjoyed the mezzo platter, the brussel sprouts and the beet salad.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food, friendly waiter. Sat outside & there was a lot of street traffic & noise but not too bad
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DakeW
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service were outstanding. Great location. Highly recommend.
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Jeff
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place! The food was wonderful and and the portions were very generous. The servers were attentive but not too obtrusive, and the place was filled up, a place to be. One of the best places I've been to in many years!
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BarbaraS
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We loved Zaytoon, food was fresh, flavorful, nicely displayed and a pleasure to enjoy. The ambience was clean and modern. I prefer a bit more of a vintage atmosphere personally however it was very tasteful. Service was very good altho the waiter was busy. It was a bit too loud however if I lived in the area I would definately come again. Very yummy.
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outandabout
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
I requested a quiet table and since we came early, for most of our dinner we were the only ones seated in the back area. The service was excellent and the food was very good. Friends who were with us but had never been to the restaurant said they would be returning.
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pastis
San Francisco
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience3
Some dishes lacked completion (like degree to which it was cooked, or undercooked like with the Brussels sprouts) or identifiable flavor profiles like for the moussaka (missing flavor profiles and greasy texture). The lamb kebab dish was good, but for the price could have been more creative or dynamic. Cocktails were tasty and the servers were very nice and knowledgeable. Dessert was tasty.
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CJBL
San Francisco
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My favorite, their hummus with Shawarma chicken, i would lick the plate if no one was around and if it was appropriate . ;)
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MELANIEJ
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great neighborhood restaurant. Good food, has energy but it not overwhelming. It's a regular stop for us.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love the interior design and the food is always really flavorful
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EC2travelers
New York Area
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The restaurant accommodated our request for a quiet table due to hearing loss. We had the perfect spot, table for 4 by the front window inside. The waiter recommended a wine for our diverse menu choices that fit perfectly, a great Greek red.
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Julie
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 7, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience2
We made reservations for 6 for outside seating as noted on the reservation. When we arrived, the host told us that we couldn’t reserve outdoor tables. She also refused to seat us without everyone present. Service was slow. Food was average. Ordered lamb shank, but got lamb chops. The server was very nice about taking the lamb chops back and bringing the lamb shank. The lamb shank was cold in the middle. It was replaced with freshly made lamb chops which were well prepared.
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winifredr
San Francisco
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Great food and excellent service Ate outside Music was loud and really unpleasant. Between that and people talking it was not a relaxing experience. Would keep me away— will order takeout.
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Michelle
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We love Zaytoon! We are so lucky to live in the neighborhood and whenever we have friends in town or someone asks for a suggestion of where to go we say, "Zaytoon!" Our favorites are the Hummus Plate, Salata Arabi, Shish Taouk, and Samakeh.
ZaytoonResponded on July 13, 2023
HI Michelle, glad to hear you enjoy many of our staples. We'll see you soon.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 12, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Lovely! We enjoyed the place. Our table was cold being near the door, so we moved and the accommodated a move.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 7, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great food, and very nice ambiance! Has a bar inside as well.
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FAQs

Zaytoon is rated 4.6 stars by 628 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

1133 Solano Ave, Albany, CA 94706-1636

Additional information

Cross street
Kains
Neighborhood
Albany
Hours of operation
Lunch Sun 10:00 am–4:45 pm
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, International
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://zaytoon510.com/
Phone number
(510) 898-1316

Zaytoon

Make a reservation

Additional information

Beet Salad

Jarjeer Salad

Lamb

Eats

Zaytoon$5.00

Mazza Platter$8.00

Fried Halloumi$5.00

Schnitzel$5.00

Harissa & Honey Wings$5.00

Fattoush Salad$7.00

Filfil Fries$5.00

Wine

$1 Off Select Wines

Sparkling

NV Brut California Champagne, Wycliff Champagne Cellars$5.00

Beer on Draft

Racer 5 IPA$4.00

Drakes 1500 Pale Ale$4.00

Scrimshaw Pilsner$4.00

Rotating Tap$4.00

Beer by the Bottle

Budweiser$4.00

Bud Light$4.00

Pacifico$5.00

The Hatchet Apple Cider$6.00

Eye of the Hawk Imperial Ale$5.00

Blanch de Chambly Belgian White$6.00

Black Butte Porter$5.00

Cocktails

Stay Tuned$8.00

Sultan's Iced Tea$9.00

See You in Sousse ("soo-suh")$8.00

Midnight on Solano$8.00

A Second Date$8.00

Habibi$8.00

Rock The Casbah$8.00

Non-Alcoholic

Fresh-Squeezed Mint Lemonade$3.50

Overall ratings and reviews

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Is Zaytoon currently accepting reservations?

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