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    Lemon Zest Cafe

    4.3 (899 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    LEMON ZEST CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Tina C.

    Literally disgusting. What did I just experience?! I spent $80 and they couldn't even give me a proper lemon. The shrimp was so fishy I had to spit it out.. No way I'm getting food poisoning this week. They're clearly not using fresh ingredients. Do yourself a favor and go anywhere else. The meat was ridiculously chewy. The only thing that was somewhat decent was the rice.. Never going back.

    VEGAN BEEF LULE KABOB
    J L.

    Wow this vegan kabob plate was so good and the portion is large. The protein is beyond meat and the way it's flavored (tastes different than the usual beyond) fits well with the dish. I will definitely come back for it.

    Combo 3 (Chicken & Steak Kebab)
    Misa O.

    Very cute lemon aesthetic and semi-secluded seating. I got the chicken and steak combo and similar to many mediterranean spots around the area, the chicken was tender and juicy but the steak was a bit dry. Solid spot if you're around the area!

    Disgusting
    Nanar A.

    Sure you can afford cleaner trash cans in the center of your cafe. I couldn't eat food after seeing this. Also your girl working here has an attitude and loud music she didn't care it's her own club not a cafe I had to ask her to lower the music so we can hear each other. Seriously you are closing your quality.

    Rodrigo C.

    Oh my, this was amazing! I hadn't been at Lemon Zest Cafe in about 7 years! Since my last review, I must say that the flavor, the service and quality of food preparation is phenomenal! They truly remain a treasured place of Mediterranean Food along the outskirts of Glendale. AreMen, who is the owner and manager has also opened 4 other locations which are spread around the LA County. (Northridge, Sherman Oaks, Azusa, Glendale and Sierra Madre). Ambiances here in GDL is chill and is a relatively small location, but they have a larger location in Azusa with a full bar and live music every Friday from 7 to 10 pm.

    Truffle fries

    The service was good. The food was delicious and generous. The place is also really cute.

    Salmon wrap
    Priscilla W.

    If you drive too fast,you will miss one of the best Mediterranean restaurants in Glendale. This restaurant has a really fresh take on good traditional food. I came in and ordered the chicken Chipotle wrap. My order was cooked as I requested.all of the toppings that you could ever want were at your quest. I was even given a bottle of their pomegranate hot sauce, which was pretty sweet but spicy. My order came with fries, but I could have ordered a salad. My sister ordered the salmon salad, which was well appointed. The proportions for the food are incredible.we were able to take the food on the plane. For drinks,they had many different flavored waters as well as traditional drinks. I definitely would be back and found that this understated restaurant had great service.

    Andre S.

    Had an incredible gyro and Greek salad at this cozy Mediterranean spot. The flavors were spot-on, with tender, juicy meat and a fresh, tangy salad. Pure bliss in every bite!

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    Fast, easy, healthy meal on the go. Love that this option exists. The meals are flavorful and the service is pleasant.

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