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    Zait Bistro

    4.2 (1k reviews)
    ModerateMediterranean, Vegan
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    ZAIT BISTRO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Dogs allowed

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    I've been coming to this place on and off for 5-6 years, and it used to be really good. Clearly something has changed--new management or ownership--because the quality has dropped badly. On 3/29, my wife and I ordered a chicken shawarma platter and a beef kebab plate. Her chicken was great. My kebab, however, was completely inedible--full of fat, gristle, and tendon, and so tough I couldn't chew it. I called, and to their credit, the staff member was polite and offered to replace the meal. I came back on 3/30 to pick up the same order... and it was just as bad. Same tough, low-quality meat. I couldn't get through a single bite. At that point, it's not a one-off mistake--it's the product they're serving. Customer service was good, but the food quality is unacceptable. I won't be coming back.

    Juan R.

    The owner Mike and cook Noura are super nice always having the best Middle East cuisine.. I enjoyed their lunch specials and great prices. Highly recommend them.. the Vakalava amazing

    Me and my pals love this place

    This place is the absolute best!!! I come here all the time when I want a well portioned healthy meal. Mike and Noura are also very pleasant employees.

    I love the great food and the service. I've been dining here for years and it's consistently delicious. My favorite is the chicken shawarma combo! Mike is awesome.

    Chicken kabob plate

    This place is amazing they make delicious food. I recommend 10/10 come check it out. The food is fresh. The portions can be share shared. Mike is an amazing cook and Nora is a great chef. Thank you

    Chicken Kabab Combo

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    23 days ago

    I've tried many Mediterranean restaurants but this IS the BEST! They pack a lot and it tastes so delicious!

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    3 months ago

    Amazing Service & Amazing Food - Favorite Place in Rancho ‍ Thanks to Mike & the Zait Bistro Family!

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    4 months ago

    Best Mediterranean Food in Rancho! Been our family's favorite for many many years. Great food, great people, Mike is so kind always!

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    4 months ago

    Zait bistro was fantastic. Mike and the staff are very friendly and give great portions. the feed is fresh and authentic. Highly recommend!

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    5 months ago

    The beef Kabab was very delicious and the service was great & prompt. Highly recommend this place to go eat.

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    Samples were offered, Mike was very pleasant and helpful. The food was prepared as requested and very tasty.

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    Great and tasty neighborhood spot with affordable prices. Solid go to spot when I'm craving Mediterranean.

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    Ask the Community - Zait Bistro

    Why is the food different today? The last time i had Zait Bistro was 3-4 months ago and today the rice and pita taste different. Not bad, just different.

    Hello Johnny as for the pita we have a new pita supplier as our old supplier did not survive the pandemic and is now out of service. As far as the rice we are still using the same supplier we have been using for the last 5 years. We appreciate… Read more

    Is the meat halal?

    No it's not

    Does it have lunch buffet or any type of buffet at all?

    Our sincere apologies we do not offer a lunch buffet at the moment but we have excellent perks and discounts on our website. www.zaitbistroca.com we also have free sides and buy 10 get 1 free.

    What kind of oil do they use for frying?

    It is a high performance 0 trans fat canola oil

    Is this restaurant fully Vegetarian and Vegan or Homnivore?

    Last time I was there it was omnivore, but there are plenty of vegetarian options.

    Is the falafel Vegan? Fried in separate oil?

    Yes Michelle it is Vegan and fried alone in fryer

    Which options are halaal and what is kosher?

    Lamb Kabab and Lamb Chops are Halal. We do not offer Kosher options.

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    As expected place always clean , staff friendly . Been coming here for years food is amazing "

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    FOOD ALLERGIES IS NOT SOMETHING TO TAKE LIGHTLY IN THE FOOD INDUSTRY. it COULD HAVE KILLED…read moreSOMEBODY. I have to post this as shellfish allergy is common and i just want people to be aware of potential cross contamination, considering each individual may have different reactions. Came here for the first time time w my friend. Ambience was great, music was good, service felt good, great food and drinks were good.. he ordered a fish burrito and i ordered a shrimp burrito but we told the server that my friend had a shellfish allergy just in case they'd be cooked together. she acknowledged it and said she would tell the cook. we were REALLY enjoying the food and talking about how this was a cool spot, we talked about coming back because it was so good. he said he was feeling a little bit off but thought maybe we were getting a buzz from the alcohol.. but at the very end of his burrito was almost a whole shrimp.. the server said she doesn't know how it happened and that she told the manager and couldn't talk to the chef because she left.. that's fine. we still paid our full bill. it just made me feel like they just don't understand how serious that mistake could have been. Good thing we had benadryl in the car however now he's dealing with really bad stomach pain and having a grand time in the bathroom. Gratefully, his reaction isn't as severe as others.. Please just be careful.

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