Consistently good food, friendly staff, big portions and a great lunch place when midtown or casual dinner. We love the shawarma and salads, lentil soup and mint tea. They also serve beer I think and wine. read more

I really love the fried cauliflower with tahini at Zayna and the baba ganouch. It feels that they use fresh quality ingredientes in general. The falafel here was not my favorite in terms of spicing (bland for me) but I only tried it once here and I am a little picky about middle eastern food since it's something I often cook at home with my exact preferences in mind. I do like that they do the Syrian falafel with the hole in the middle :) The grape leaves are also a little on the dry side for me here. But that fried cauliflower with tahini sauce and fresh salad definitely make me smile! I wish they had outdoor tables for patio seating since they have the space outside. Service and atmosphere seems nice here though I mostly got my food to go here and sat outside. My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite! read more

Zayna Mediterranean - Mediterranean Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Limited menu (basically a food truck menu), however, the food tastes good. This is a long standing Tucson restaurant and I have visited this for several years now (almost over a decade, when they were in the old location). I tried the Arabic coffee for this first time though. It was very well prepared and served. This place is spacious and has ample parking too. Casual place, good with kids, is a good lunch option. Also, they have polite servers. read more

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I recently ate dinner here with two friends. I ordered a Gyro Plate ($19) and a slice of Orange Cake ($6.50). The gyro meat was too salty and heavily spiced for my taste. But I highly recommend the Orange Cake. Service was good and the ambiance is pleasant. read more

Everything is delicious The garlic sauce is a must and the chicken shwarma is scrumptious read more

My family visited Zayna in December and I forgot to take photos and leave my thoughts. So while I was out doing errands I decided to order some take out for lunch. The person seating guests took my order at the entrance area. The area is large, clean and very nicely decorated. I placed my order and it took about 15 minutes to receive my order. She also said I was ordering the lunch special so a drink was included. I ordered their green iced tea. It was delicious. I love their chicken shawarma. The spices are amazing and the chicken cooked perfectly. I ordered a salad instead of fries. The salad was so fresh and crisp! Loved it! Their hummus is so creamy and delightful. It came with some pita cut up. I enjoyed it with my cut up cucumber in my salad. I look forward to visiting Zayna again! read more

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Oh. My. God. How am I just now stumbling into Zayna Mediterranean like it hasn't been a whole neighborhood secret this entire time? I swear, the locals really gatekept this one -- and honestly, I get it. This cozy, tucked-away gem was absolutely buzzing when I walked in, and now I know why. The falafel? Crispy perfection. The hummus? Silky, bright, and wildly addicting. Their lentil soup was this comforting, aromatic bowl of "where-have-you-been-all-my-life." And the fact that they not only have a large vegetarian lineup but can easily make dishes vegan? Bless them. Oh -- and VEGAN BAKLAVA . A rarity, but they pulled it off beautifully. I'm officially obsessed. Consider me converted... and mildly annoyed no one told me sooner. read more

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Love this place for gyro with fries and falafel gyro with salad... washed down with mint iced tea! Great service, nice seating in various rooms so conversation is easy. Friendly staff. read more

Zayna Mediterranean - Beef gyro and fries - Mediterranean Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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The chicken shawarma sandwich is so tasty. I go back and forth between side of fries and a salad but enjoy every time. The customer service has always been good! read more

Amazing food! Baba ghanouj & hummus are amazing. House salad dressing is so tasty. Lentil soup is delicious. Husband loved the lamb kifta. Falafel and grape leaves soooooo good. Cannot believe this is our first time here, are so excited to come back read more

Zayna Mediterranean - Lamb Kifta Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Great lunch specials! Includes a sandwich, side and drink! The gyro is my favorite! Friendly staff and delicious food! Will be back! *closed mondays Was super packed at lunch and parking is hard is my only complaint :) read more

Ok, it's been a hot minute since I've been here, I can't even remember the last time. To be honest I forget about it because it's not on my regular route of life. A friend told me that their falafel was really good it reminded me to go back. It is really good!!! There are only a couple of places I've found for good falafel and this is one. The place is dark and moody but not in a bad way, it's big so the parking lot can be deceiving, it looked packed but it was easy to get seated. Now I'm going to be coming back soon!!! read more

Zayna Mediterranean - Falafel Sandwich. Special - Mediterranean Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Had dinner on a Wednesday night. We were seated right away. Service was a little slow but friendly. I ordered the gyro sandwich with fries. It was delicious. It was hot and had plenty of grilled meat, onions, tomatoes, lettuce and garlic yogurt sauce. The fries were good, crispy and hot. We were seated in the room by the entrance. Not much atmosphere, just some tables and a big window covered in vines to block the traffic. read more

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After searching around midtown for a mediterranean food place my boyfriend and I settled on Zayna. Neither of us has been here before but the reviews looked promising. And they were definitely not wrong. The outside looks smaller than the inside. Inside there's a ton of seating room in different parts of the restaurant. The atmosphere is definitely laid back, and they have traditional music playing in the background. The service is prompt and very friendly and they constantly come by to check on you. We shared a plate of Zayna Fries, and I got the gyro platter and my boyfriend got the chicken schwarma. We both loved our food. The portions are large so I ended up taking about half home with me for a second meal. If we're ever in the mood for Greek food again we will be back! read more

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Love that they have lunch specials! Got the gyro sandwich & pistachio baklava. Sandwich was so good & fresh!

We love eating here! The atmosphere is lovely and you can't help but to feel at home. Their dishes are consistent and staff is always friendly, knowledgeable & accommodating! We have not found a Mediterranean restaurant in Tucson or the Phoenix area that compares! They have a vegetarian section on their menu and we always leave happy and full! read more

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Always great food and service. I wish they could update their interiors since my mother in law notice that is very outdated and too dark in there. But she loved the food! read more

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Hands down one of the best Mediterranean meals I've ever had. I ordered the chicken shawarma gyro with a side of potatoes and small salad. To begin, the potatoes are so flavorful and perfectly cooked. They're zest and topped with deep seasonings. The gyro was served hot and the chicken was well seasoned and moist. Tons of flavor all pulled together for a simple lunch meal. I will definitely be back here and recommend others check it out! read more

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Super fast service for our party of five. We ordered LOTS from the menu and it all came out quickly. There's a couple of beers to choose from on the menu. My first choice wasn't available so I went with the Fix instead. Grape leaves were outstanding. Not overpowering, seasoned just right. I had the grill sampler plate: excellent across the board and enough to bring home for lunch the next day. The beef and chicken were both cooked to perfection without being overdone, and seasoned nicely. The side salad was your standard fair, with all the vegetables quite fresh. The ambiance is quiet and slightly dated enough to be kitschy. It was better than I thought it would be and I look forward to another visit. read more

Solid food, I had the beef combo plate, my husband had the lamb. Nice way to sample the hummus and grape leaves as well. Zayna fries were different and tasty- more like thick cut potato chips. The best thing was their orange cake dessert! I'd get that every time! Limited wine menu but the red Greek and Lebanese wines were lovely. Good service , friendly staff. read more

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I'm visiting from Las Vegas, and wow--Zayna is seriously amazing. The fries were next-level good, probably the best I've ever had. I got the chicken shawarma sandwich, and the chicken was seasoned perfectly. I was surprised how much I loved the pickles on it--they were so good! Renaye was my server, and she was fantastic--super friendly, helpful, and gave great recommendations. You can tell this is a family-owned place that really cares. It was a little chilly inside, but it's been rainy and cooler than usual, so no big deal. The vibes are great, the prices are fair, and everything tasted better than most places back home in Vegas. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Tucson! read more

Zayna Mediterranean - Cute neon sign - Mediterranean Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Busy Friday night..way understaffed for the crowd. Food was excellent always. We all tried different things and all very tasty. read more

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The food was very tasty and served at just the right temperature. There was a salad served with the meal it was so good it was gone before the camera came out. The service was quick and timely with check ins and bill. The restaurant is decorated well and comfortable for an intimate setting. Although voices carry well in the place so conversations are not private by any means. We ate early dinner 3:30 ish and by the time we left at 4:30 there was a crowd. Definitely worth the visit. read more

I've had dinner at Zayna twice now and both times have been excellent! We got the baba ganoush appetizer and I got the lamb sandwich with salad instead of fries. It's a good portion and is very fresh and tasty! They have a large selection of vegetarian dishes too. Our server was great; she refilled our waters immediately. The archways and decor really add to the Mediterranean ambiance. read more

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Since my last review I have been back to Zayna a few more times. Every time my brother is in town he always wants to go to come here. He recently said it is his favorite restaurant in Tucson! He always gets the Chicken Shawarma Sandwich and I get the the Chicken Shawarma Plate. The Plate comes in a large portion and I typically get two meals out of it, which is great because the leftovers always get me excited. My brother also loves the potatoes that come with the sandwich. They are seasoned perfectly, making no need for ketchup. The service is always friendly, and we typically do not have a problem getting seated. The restaurant is a place where you could get dressed up or not be and you will fit in just fine. I always love the mix of Arizona and Mediterranean decor. Overall, Zayna has become a staple Tucson restaurant for me and definitely recommend it to anyone who wants a good meal! read more

This place is very good. The food was delicious and the service was efficient and friendly. Love their appetizers!!

The service is very friendly and quick here. I can't really pin the vibe honestly but that's not a bad thing. I got the hummus to start with followed by the chicken pilaf and ended with the pistachio baklava. The food came out quickly and was good. I feel like it could have been better which is the only reason I have 4 stars instead of 5. read more

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5/5 stars the food was delicious once again!! This is my second time there and it was excellent . And the pistacho baklava to die for. The service is superb. Quiet ambience that lets you enjoy conversations. read more

I've eaten there many times, and tried many of their dishes. I keep returning, and also introducing new people to this restaurant. I love their appetizers, their lentil soup, their lamb dishes. There is usually enough food to take home. read more

went there for a birthday a couple weeks ago, was absolutely wonderful. They gave us plenty of delicious naan and were very accommodating. Its hard to go wrong with their menu, but the food that makes me want to go back is the Garlic Yogurt and the Lentil Soup! It was a little dark but it fit the aesthetic. read more

This is my local Mediterranean restaurant. It is spacious and everybody is super sweet. That works there. The food is fantastic. The prices are fair. The service is very good. Tons of parking. If you haven't tried Zayna's Mediterranean, be sure to put it on your list. read more

This place has delicious food. Plenty of vegetarian options, cauliflower sandwich is delicious. Always have to get extra Zayna fries with a side of garlic sauce. Plenty of space in the restaurant and they do a lot of to go food as well. Our server was very friendly but obviously had too many tables so we did have to wait for drink refills etc. Couldn't blame her she was running all over the place and it was busier than I had ever seen. Been here plenty of times and will definitely return. Food is five stars! read more

SOOOOO good! Food is delicious and portions are generous. Fast, friendly service. We went during lunch time and were a little worried that it would be busy but we were seated quickly. Healthy options and good for vegetarians as well. read more

Dined here last night. The food we ordered was really satisfying in all ways. We were only semi-hungry so my *woman and I (*I normally call her my, "wife", but I'm trying to get 'street cred" here)...anyways, so because we were not super-hungry we decided to split a Gyro plate--and also had a side of Tabbouleh. The shared dish was more than enough for the both of us. The gyro meat was so good! I know it's kinda pedestrian to order gyro meet when one dines Mediterranean...and perhaps we should have been more adventurous, but wouldn't that be like visiting Disneyland and not going to the Pirates of the Caribbean ride? If you love something why mess around? Anyways, the gyro meats are succulent and always "hits it out of the park" for my taste buds! I will say that I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked the side dish of tabbouleh. It was really refreshing, it had a slightly citrusy zing, and was quite quite flavorful. It's acidity pares nicely with the savory meats of the Mediterranean diet (I've had tabbouleh before, but only as a mini-side accompaniment.) When my wife suggested we get an order of it, the thought of chowing down on a whole salad made of parsley seemed like a bit much, but, as I already stated, it was actually more than good. Additionally, my wife pointed out that parsley is supposed to be good for one's digestion--so the dish has that got that going for it too. My son, who dines here with his wife and their 30-something friends fairly often (maybe 8 times a year), ordered his "go to" dish--which is the cauliflower sandwich. I forgot to ask him for a nibble of it this time, but I have sampled it before and it was really good--it is likely to still be quite tasty. He knew what he wanted before he even was handed a menu--so that is more evidence that it's a good choice. Our server was efficient and had a caring/friendly-but-not-overly-friendly energy. The decor is simple and acoustics of the rooms allow for conversations to take place without having to raise one's voice and look over at other tables with a, "Hey! You are not the only people in here...and by the way, we are not in a football stadium!" look on my face. Actually, I don't actually look over at tables of folks who are talking too loudly with a, "look of disapproval" on my face (that seems kinda rude and confrontational). I am more likely to just grin and bear the affront to our dining experience and wait until when the loud folks shovel some food into their mouths (or take a swig of their swill) before trying to converse with my fellow diners. Although the location is only a stone's throw from busy Speedway blvd., Zayna Mediterranean feels like it is off the beaten path. I always get the vibe that I have discovered a hidden gem-- that only the "hippest of locals" know about when I go there. I'm not the boss of you, but you are likely to really enjoy your visit here... so... (get ready for a Mediterranean-themed dad joke)... so, get yourself a 'Plato' of some yummy chow from the lands of extreme exotic beauty, amazing cultures, storied histories, and some of the best foods that humans can enjoy! Bonus! If you do go, and the conversation hits a lull, here's a joke that you can share: So, I heard that a guy got killed in this restaurant a few weeks ago... police are calling it a, 'hummus-side'. Be forwarded that if you tell that joke, it is likely to work as an anti-aphrodisiac with your date. Ha! read more

What a great Valentine's lunch. We ordered many of the appetizers which arrived quickly and very well plated. The falafel was the best we have had !! We also ordered the mixed grill plate to share, plenty of tasty food. Our server was Brenna who took time to stop and visit with not just us but the other tables. Friendly and comfortable feeling in the restaurant. We go every year we are in Tucson. !!! read more

This is my first time trying this place. I have family member they comes here often. I ended up getting the grilled lamb sampler platter. Which allows you can choose between a variety of different meat option. read more

Zayna Mediterranean - Mediterranean Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

We noticed the safety bars around the building. And we kinda question, the location of this restaurant. Is it safe here during the night? Inside is better, although they can still make some improvements to make the place more welcoming. Food is good, we like the grape leaves and the garlic yogurt . And they give you a lot. Too bad they don't offer the beef shish kebab, which is my favorite. They have Beef Kifta which is commonly known as beef luleh in some places. It is really good, served with rice, salad, green beans. So good, this place is a must for people who love Mediterranean food. read more

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The food and service at Zayna are both excellent. We have eaten there on several occasions, and enjoyed each of them. I would recommend it to anyone who asked. read more

Continues to be one of my favorite Middle Eastern restaurants in Tucson! Our go-to entrees (see pics) remain their falafel sandwich and their various kabobs (the lamb plate is my favorite) due to consistently good meats, vegetables, and rice. Parking is easy in their private lot. Table/chairs and decor are nothing fancy but appropriately themed. Staff is attentive and pleasant. read more

Zayna Mediterranean - Lamb Kifta Plate $20 (6/2024) - Mediterranean Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Amazing food and service every time! Great ambiance, nice to relax and eat a healthy meal.