Got around to trying the (not as) new (at this point) Zaytoona restaurant in South Burlington…read more Don't let the hidden shopping plaza location fool you, Zaytoona is a real gem. Everything we had was delicious and even the picky eaters (grandpa/kids) found something they like. The owners/chefs at Zaytoona come from Jordan and Yemen I believe and the cuisine is an eclectic and unique mix of middle eastern food with some of the classics like kebabs, shawarma, falafel, lentil soup, and Kafta. My kids actually loved the lentil soup, but our fav. pre-main was the Muhammara although I wish they had given more pita bread to match the amount of sauce that comes with it. We tried the fatoush and rocca salads and while both were good, we preferred the latter. For mains we shared the mixed lamb and beef shawarma, lamb shish kabab (we had wanted to try the special slow cooked lamb shank but they were all out and the waiter said the shish kebab was just as good), and the fries. Everything was tasty and fairly priced. For deserts we shared the saffron cake, mango coconut like pudding, and my fav, the kunafa. The latter reminded me of a very crispy, perfect blend of salt and sweet mozzarella stick and was so so good. The pomegranate lemonade helped wash it down and I liked the tangy sourness of it. Our kids enjoyed the special mango drink. Service was prompt here and staff were friendly. The ambiance was great here and seating area is more upscale than I expected. Glad that this place exists in the Burlington area and I would love to come back.

I was stayed st a hotel nearby and walked over to Zaytoona for dinner. I arrived at 730pm and was…read moredisappointed that all the mixed grills were no longer being served. I ordered a beef and lamb shawarma bowl with a side of falafel. Portion was decent but the beef lamb blend was a bit chewy. The highlight for me were the falafel. They were crispy on the outside and tender inside with lots of fresh parsley. Overall good meal after a long flight but I wish I had a chance to try their mixed grill.

best food EVER !!! all the dishes were fantastic, appetizers and entrees and were so full we didn't…read morehave room for dessert. highly recommend anytime for anyone. flavors were delicious, momo was amazing, lamb was super flavorful. wow I can't wait to go back!!!!

Food was great! Our server was very helpful and inviting…read more Everything felt very clean!

Isabelle & Mom visited for takeout…read more Isabelle (8 yo)a: "Very flavorful. It has a sweetish and spicyish kick to it. It's very yummy. Other people should go here." Mom: Delightful hole in the wall. We were craving dumplings and this place delivered. The store itself is an interesting assortment of Nepali food and random home decor. We ordered takeout - soup dumplings and chow mein. The lady had it ready in about 15 minutes. Quality and flavor were excellent.

Food was incredible! We're visiting from Chicago and wanted a comforting meal from a week on the…read moreroad & so happy with our choice. This small grocery store and takeout only restaurant hit the spot. The flavor was amazing we asked for our dumplings to be spicy and they delivered ! Service was fast!

What a hidden gem! Looks assuming from the outside and granted, the menu is not extensive but oh my…read moregosh is the food excellent and fresh! Highly recommend for light but satisfying lunch. Everything is hand crafted so be patient with your order - it's worth it l! We had the pesto and sliced tomatoes on ciabatta but added aged prosciutto which was hand sliced tomatoes order. Fantastic! The kind of thing you'll crave for again. I kinda wish there was a bit more offerings but Just go, you'll be happy trying its food.

Food was amazing. Prices very reasonable! Friendly staff. What a great addition to the downtown…read morelunch scene! I'm so excited to go back. Seating is minimal inside, but outside there are a few tables. I highly recommend giving them a try!

Absolutely delightful experience. The owner/manager was so friendly and the food was great…read more We got a mango lassi, paneer butter masala, onion pakora, and garlic naan. Everything was delicious, especially the onion pakora. I wish I lived nearby so I could go here all the time!

What an amazing restaurant and owners/ workers! My friends and I came in after a night of skiing…read moreand were welcomed with love and incredible food. We were seated and were given some crisps for the tables (not sure the name) and they even brought me some gluten free ones! This was my first time ever having Indian and the staff were incredibly helpful. I had Paneer Tikka Masala and WOW, it was delicious. The taste, texture and spice level was the best. Everyone was very happy with their meal. After the meal we sat and chatted with the staff and we discussed their food and culture. It was a beautiful experience. Yum!

Rating: 3.8/5 We…read morestopped by on a late Friday night and the place was empty. I ordered the Mix Wrap ($14.45), which came with chicken and beef shawarma. The wrap itself was different from what I expected. It was thin, long, and fried, giving it a nice crispy texture. Inside, it had potatoes, onions, and a yogurt-based sauce. While the flavors were good, it didn't really feel like Mediterranean food, and I missed the fresh veggies like lettuce and tomatoes that I was hoping for when I chose Mediterranean in the first place.

Food was delicious and the people were so friendly. The garlic sauce was amazing. Big portion, you…read moredefinitely get your moneys worth. Will absolutely be going back

As per their website we got there on a Thursday just after 5PM when Burlington, and practically the…read moreentire East Coast to the United States, was under a heat advisory. The actual temperature was 90°F and the feels like was hotter than that... The split AC unit inside the restaurant could barely keep up.Kudos to the staff for working in these UNBEARABLE condition - especially folks in the kitchen! I got the Northender (gin, mint simple syrup) and a margarita sans salt. Both were pricy ($13) given the small size but refreshing nevertheless. The hummus was small and bread tasty but served cold. I would not recommend the fattouch as it was a small mixed greens and red onion with toasted pita ($9) not worth it by any stretch of the imagination. The kofta and teensy tiny "salad" also not a value. Very tasty but not worth it. I will say the bartender was ON IT and attentive without being 'too much' - deserves h We ordered the deal for 2 people at $32 which includes two proteins and the fixings. We also ordered a fattouche salad as well as a chopped salad that comes with kofta. Overall a solid B for quality ingredients, but not at all authentic (not halal by the way). It scratched an itch but missed the mark on both authenticity/small portion size for price ratio. Nice folks and local vibe.

Went for $2 peroni Tuesdays!! Got the 2 person family platter with chicken and beef. It was…read moreincredible!! So flavorful and a good amount of food. Everything from the rice to the tahini to the actual meat was great. We got the hummus with it and my only con was that it was a very small amount of hummus and only one piece of bread for two people. Other than that, it was so yummy!

Love the food Nana bread fresh, all served in traditional dishes vs plastic…read more One issue when open they dont answer phones to confirm they are first open vs website data or to order food. But still one off the best in are when it comes to Himalayan, Indian, Afghan, Pakistan foods.

Absolutely delicious. My partner has enjoyed the butter chicken and chicken tikka masala, and I…read morehave tried daal makhani and paneer kadai. All super flavorful and great portions. The mango lassi is also a must try.