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Zaitooni Deli

4.7 (79 reviews)

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Good for kids
Good for groups

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Flat beans
Jason M.

Came in for lunch for the first time wanting some local Greek food and was very pleased with the experience. Easy takeout, friendly and helpful staff and delicious fresh food. Got a traditional gyro which was a great portion, spanakopita that was very fresh, baklava which was super sweet and flaky, and flat beans that was very unique and tasty. Never had most of these dishes but would absolutely come back and order again as well as other dishes.

kibee & falafel platters with pita
Holly W.

We were in town to visit Jay & Silent Bob's Secret Stash and happened to walked by this deli on a side street between the parking garage and Broad St. I'm glad we did, because we really enjoyed our lunch here. I got a platter with kibee with yogurt, tabouli, grape leaves, and string beans. The kibee was moist with a mild flavor. The tabouli was good, but I'm not generally crazy for tabouli, so I can't speak much to that. I was given the choice between meat or veg grape leaves; I went with meat, which were yummy umami comfort food. But, the star for me were the string beans. Such a simple recipe - string beans, sauteed onions, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil - created the first string bean dish I've ever been excited about. I plan to recreate it at home, and I bet it would taste just as good as a cold, picnic dish. Husband got the falafel platter with humous, tahini, and tabouli. He liked the tabouli and the hot sauce that was offered with it. He also enjoyed the falafel. He doesn't like yogurt, but didn't think to ask them to hold the yogurt; even so, he actually liked the way the yogurt soaked into the falafel. This is a small deli with a refrigerated case full of sodas, Gatorade, etc. It's a small store with a few tables, but comfortable enough. The lady behind the counter was friendly. Portions are generous. We ate too much to even get to try the desserts! Overall, we're glad we found this quiet little spot.

Kibbeh platter :)
Gabbie S.

As good as it gets. Authentic, made by proud hands that really care about crafting honest and delicious meals. This little deli sits tucked off Broad street, unpretentiously achieving some of the best Mediterranean food this Mediterranean-food-loving-girl has ever enjoyed. Order the platters so you can taste everything, because you shouldn't come here and not taste everything. I ordered a Kibbeh platter which came with kibbeh (warm and crumbly, seasoned perfectly with speckles of cinnamon), velvety fresh hummus and baba ganoush, tabbouleh, creamy cold yogurt sauce and a side of pita. I only wish they were closer to me. They'll never be far from my heart!

Cynthia G.

I found you tucked away in NJ Mediterranean restaurants can not hide from me. I have to find my falafel and if your good I will tell the world! This is a really nice little gem hidden here and I am not even sure where I am. I was traveling with my cousin who lives on the Jersey shore so I know we are close to Seabright NJ. Red Bank is where Zaitooni is located and they have some great authentic Mediterranean dishes here. The baklava was sooo gooey and delicious as it should be. I really enjoyed the hummus and tabouli because you can tell they made this fresh. I will seek this place out again when I come back soon.

Jazz F.

Unlike Italian delis where much of the fare is made weeks or months earlier, everything at Zaitooni is made fresh on site. They have fantastic gyros as well as a number of other middle eastern foods and desserts.

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Best place I've eaten in red bank. Clean easy service and food was amazing. The husband and wife are very sweet.

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I'm so glad to have a middle eastern restaurant locally. Delicious food and friendly service. Highly recommend

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Fantastic! The hummus and babaganoush are so phenomenal. Great falafel tahini sauce too. Can't wait to go back.

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My favorite Med spot in NJ! Love their hummus. I cant wait to be back in Red Bank to enjoy again!!!

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