Zait & Za'atar: Mediterranean Dhaba

4.5
1167 reviews

About

Middle Eastern Restaurant

Details

  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Curbside pickupAvailable

Location

Zait & Za'atar: Mediterranean Dhaba
1626 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN
55104, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.5
1,167 reviews
5 stars
895
4 stars
127
3 stars
44
2 stars
33
1 star
68

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers consistently praised the deliciousness and authenticity of the food, particularly the chicken shawarma and tamarind lemonade.

Service

The staff received high marks for being friendly, attentive, and providing personalized service.

Atmosphere

The restaurant is noted for its pleasant and cozy atmosphere, with games and books available for guests.

Value

Many reviews highlighted the generous portion sizes and reasonable pricing, making it a great value for the quality of food.

Inconsistencies

A few customers reported issues with food quality and cleanliness, indicating some inconsistency in experiences.
  • EE
    Eden
    Jan 4, 2026
    5.0
    If it was possible to give a restaurant ten stars, this restaurant would have them all. My boyfriend and I went to this restaurant because I was craving tabouli and this was the only place open on a Sunday night at 10:00. And thank goodness I listened to my craving because we now have our new favorite restaurant in the cities. We were greeted warmly by the restaurant owner, he helped us through the ordering process with recommendations and explanations of dishes, truly above and beyond. The restaurant itself was adorably decorated and we got our food super fast. And it was the best food either of us have had. Ever. No exaggeration. Will be dreaming of this food tonight and we’re planning our next trip to this amazing establishment already 🤍
  • CT
    Chicago TL
    Jan 2, 2026
    4.0
    We were looking for a quick bite and ended up here. Restaurant is owned by a Hyderabadi couple and their nephew works as the server/front desk. We ordered a cheese burger and a Mediterranean chicken sandwich. Burger didn't have much taste and pita on the chicken sandwich was not warm. Service was good. Prices are reasonable. Restaurant serves zabihah Halal. Confirmed by the server.
  • LH
    Lisa H
    Dec 29, 2025
    5.0
    Take out and dine in are great. Zatar fries and sauce cannot be beat. Falafel plate is my go-to with amazing rice, salad and tahini. The Baba Ganoush and Hummus are made here to order and delicious. I buy them nearly weekly to eat at home. Excellent service and amazing food made quickly. A neighborhood staple 💕
  • UM
    Ujwal Mandali
    Dec 29, 2025
    1.0
    I ordered the chicken shawarma with yellow rice, and it was very disappointing. The chicken was cold and completely lacked flavor. Honestly, there was no taste at all. The portion of salad was almost nonexistent, and overall the plate felt poorly prepared. For the price, this was not worth it—Chipotle offers better quality and taste for less money, which says a lot. This was my first visit and will definitely be my last. I won’t be coming back.
  • NV
    Nou Vang
    Dec 21, 2025
    5.0
    Ordered the chicken shawarma, beef shwarma, tabouleh, grape leaves and hummus, the food was delicious! They make their own tabouleh in house. It's refreshing and zesty in flavor. Will go again to try their sandwiches.