Zaytinya - Culver City

Zaytinya - Culver City reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Sharika

   Chicago / Illinois8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a great time at Zaytinya! This is my third visit in 3 months.
   

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   Hayk

   Los Angeles4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 17, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great restaurant, delicious food, beautiful interior design. I was excited to see flavors from Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines executed so beautifully. Everything was nicely seasoned. Cudos to the culinary and the restaurant teams. Will go back definitely to try more dishes.
   

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   Joe

   Los Angeles3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Incomparable food and service love this restaurant
   

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   Meryl VIP

   Los Angeles113 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on May 16, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Was anxious to dine at Zaytinya but was sadly underwhelmed by the food. We ate all vegetarian items each had the same garnish of pomegranate seeds and herbs with little flavor. Our menu consisted of babaganoush(good and flavorful) be sure to order the vegan bread or crudites to go with it; hallouomi cheese (overcooked); spanakopita (acceptable but little flavor); brussel sprouts (overcooked, underdressed; dressing on the plate was tasteless); beet salad(no taste.) I was expecting flavors of zatar, mediterranean spices, lemon, creamy yogurt or labneh, salt, none of which came through in the mezzes. We did enjoy the house margarita with a little zatar flavor and the pear and apple sorbet. Thinking maybe we will try again, hoping this was an off night for the chef, and next time order a fish dish for an entree. I might add the restaurant was at capacity apparently a winner for the palate of the other diners!
   

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   Jorn

   Orlando / Central Florida East1 review

   4.0

   Dined on May 15, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Delicious food paired with friendly, attentive service makes for a delightful dining experience!
   

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   Andy VIP

   Atlanta16 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great decor, food and service! Highly recommend! 
   

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   Nicole VIP

   Philadelphia1 review

   3.0

   Dined on May 12, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   The food was delicious but the service was awful. My one glass of wine arrived 1 hour after I sat down, and 20 minutes after my food was served…
   

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   Ken VIP

   Los Angeles16 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Outstanding effort by the Zaytinya staff on Mothers Day to create an atmosphere of professionalism and creativity with an eclectic Mediterranean menu full of flavor. This our 3rd time here and does not disappoint with scallops, lamb chops, falafel, and others. Fine cocktails including “best marguerita ever. All interface with class and intelligence - just like the owner and leader. Recommend highly. Casey
   

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   Emily VIP

   San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on May 10, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 1

   Hands down one of the worst experiences lol I’d argue the food is pretty bad and bland. My taste preference is bland compare to most al just imagine. The pita bread/ wrap(?) was so thin I truly think so many other mom and pop shops’ pita is better. The lighting was so bright and it was just very…depressing. I made the reservation bc it was the only few places with opening for a party of 6 on a Friday night, and now I know why lol. We will never be back - sad to see the great memory from Etta days replaced with this experience!!
   

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    Victor

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Our server Gina was great, friendly and attentive. She made our anniversary dinner date special. Thank you Gina.
    

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