The UK and Europe have a heavy Middle Eastern influence, and this adds to the diversity and regional flavors. We were walking around Swords and needed a place for a late dinner. We came across Zaytoon and wanted to give them a try. The ambiance was nice. It had a nice cafe feel. Plenty of booths, tables and spots to plug in and charge a phone. What blew me away was the hospitality! The staff were all extremely friendly! They wanted to give us a sample of everything! After the meal, we checked out the dessert menu. When we mentioned liking the ice cream they offered a sample, then a full portion! The meal was perfect too! We both got the chicken kabobs and accompaniments. It was so fresh and delicious! The freshness of the produce and meats here is next level! The mango ice cream at the end was a wonderful way to end the meal. I'm not sure if this is a chain or a mom and pop, but it definitely gave the feel of a stand alone restaurant. read more

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For a quickie meal or takeaway, this was top notch and had fantastic and ample food. Walk up, order, they will bring it to the table. I loved the stuffed aubergine- so, yes, vegetarians have good choices here. Hubby had chicken and also loved it. read more

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Tourist from the US (San Francisco) leaving a review but Persian so I think I can be an honest reviewer here having only tried the food once visiting AND knowing I will be back to Dublin many more times! That said, we ordered Zaytoon on the tail end of our trip because we had indulged on many local favorites and my little ones were wiped from all the adventures. Zaytoon seemed to be just what we wanted to try and it truly hit the spot. They do have some creative approaches to some comfort classics and it did not disappoint for us. Thoroughly enjoyed the lentil rice and the piilaf, the beef and chicken kabobs were delicious, juicy and nicely seasoned. Thank you, Zaytoon! Also it was awesome to have it available for delivery to the Conrad Hotel! We certainly "noosh"ed! read more

Really delicious kubideh in a relaxed environment. Fast, friendly service. There is nothing to not like about this place.

Great place for a quick bite to eat in the Temple Bar area! Pretty low key but packed full of deliciousness. This was our first stop when we got to Dublin- we wanted something pretty quick but different than your typical English or Irish food. Ordering was easy and the food came out fast. We both ordered a lamb doner and they were huge! We didn't think we could finish the whole thing, but it was so amazing that we both had clean plates before we left. The lamb was super fresh and there was plenty of cabbage, lettuce, and sauce to go around. You could also see the spit in the kitchen, which was pretty cool. We also ordered a side of fries which was a great addition. It's a pretty casual restaurant for a quick stop to eat so you can get back to enjoying your time in Dublin! read more

Zaytoon - Lamb doner - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dublin, D

My friend and I fell in love with the other Zaytoon location so we couldn't wait to make a trip back to their sister location on Parliament street. Everything was great, but this location lost a star for not putting the grilled tomatoes on my dish as advertised in their description. Their other location seemed to pay a little more attention to detail, but the food is still fantastic none the less. read more

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excellent flavorful food. very quick friendly service. The vegan lentil soup (with plentiful amount of bread/pita) should not be missed. Very nice that all of the packaging & flatware are fully biodegradable. read more

Vegan options and very generous portions. We didn't know what expect when we walked in, but it turned out to be a beautiful meal. It was our first real meal in Dublin since we arrived and we couldn't have chosen better. The vegan items we got were a falafel wrap, bread, salad, stuffed aubergine, all with a garlic sauce. Servers were really accommodating and even funny. read more

My fiancé studied abroad in Dublin about a decade ago, and if there was ONE thing we had to do when we visited, it was eat here. And it happened, 3 times. He was so happy. And apparently, it was exactly how he remembered it. We ran into a local guy one of the nights who mentioned it was the best doner in the city, and I have to agree with him even though I didn't try anywhere else! Haha! They have some great options, including vegan/vegetarian. The bread they make right in front of you and it's so buttery and delicious, I would take huge a huge package of it if I could. They load their plates up with tons of toppings, and their fries are crispy and delicious. No complaints about this spot, perfect for a late night meal or for dinner in general. Highly recommend!! read more

The stuffed eggplant and lamb was so delicious and very flavorful. The apple, orange, ginger juice was also delicious and super fresh! read more

Zaytoon - The stuffed eggplant and lamb was so good! As was the apple, orange, ginger juice. Super fresh. - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dublin, D

Food was okay but I have been made fun of by one of the team members because of my accent

Zaytoon's seasoning was delightfully simple, which suited my taste perfectly. I relished every dish I ordered, appreciating the prompt and professional service. While the ambiance wasn't a factor for takeaway, the overall experience was a positive one. read more

Zaytoon - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dublin, D

Super quick service! Perfect to grab to take to the airport. I ordered a chicken kebab meal which includes a drink and fries for 16 euros. The order took 10 minutes and I had my dinner ready to go! A must to absorb all the Guinness and whiskey! The wrap/pita was made fresh to order! The salad in the wrap paired really well with the sauce. The chicken was fresh and well done. Solid 9.5/10. I wish I had asked for some hot sauce or chili, it would have taken it to the next level. Highly recommend! Great meal and real close to the Dublin Express stop. read more

Ke-bad :( Didn't enjoy the food but enjoyed the vibe of the restaurant. No issues with service but appreciated it was open late! read more

The lure of a fresh, fast, relatively cheap dinner brought us in. Going in, I wasn't exactly hungry. In fact, I was pretty much just accompanying my husband, to kill some time before the start of our tour. But, once inside, I figured I should try to eat something light, since I'd only had one meal that day (the donuts don't count.) After browsing the menu, I ordered the small Vegetable Shish. My husband got the regular chicken shish, and we added an order of hummus to share. The restaurant, it should be noted, was incredibly crowded when we walked in. There were no tables open when we placed our order, so we had to hover near the entrance, keeping an eye on the parties in the dining room down below, ready to break and swoop in on any open space we could find. We stood like that for several minutes before one group of 3 got up and left the long bench seating. As mentioned, they were busy, so we expected to have a bit of wait before our buzzer went off, alerting us to a ready meal. Thing is, it took a bit of time, yes, but they also weren't using the buzzers that were handed out after people ordered. Instead, one guy with the quietest voice in the universe was calling out numbers over the din of sizzling food, banging pots and the general din of the assembled masses. Our buzzer never actually went off. I told my husband that they seemed to be yelling out numbers, and made to go stand by the counter to make sure we heard when our food was ready, but he went up, instead. Maybe 3 minutes later he came back with two trays laden down with our shish meals, and went back to grab our hummus. If I have nothing good to say about this place, at least I can say that they will fill you up on a budget. My "small shish" was just as big as my husband's "regular". It's just unfortunate that the vegetables themselves weren't good. I love roasted vegetables, and these should have been perfect. But they somehow found a way to make roasted vegetables bland, even after they'd been unevenly drenched in a dill sauce. I picked at as much as I could, but it was no use. I was put off by the red sauce - almost like a marinara, though I know that's not what it was supposed to be - and by the unevenly cooked vegetables. If they'd all been raw, that would have been fine. Had they all been roasted, that would have been perfect. But half of it was raw, half of it was roasted, and there was nothing cohesive about the shish. I ended up barely touching that. Thank goodness the hummus was good, otherwise I would have walked out having not eaten anything (and I would have wasted 9 euro.) The hummus had a smooth texture, and a noticeable tart from what I think was lemon juice. I made a meal out of the hummus and pita, which worked for my husband, who was filling up fast on his own chicken shish. He did say it had good flavor, but that it was a mess to eat. All in all, I wish we had stopped elsewhere, or that I had ordered something different. They get the 3 stars for the hummus, budget-friendly menu and large portions, but we would not go back. read more

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Adequate for 1 person large appetite! Good food for a no meat option. Large clean area for seating. read more

Zaytoon - Stuffed aubergine small plate - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dublin, D

Was looking top 50 food list to try dublin and this place came up. It's like a fresh Persian eats but made fresh to order in the house. . I loved how fast the workers are working to bring out the orders, but it does take a while because it takes time to cook. . I got one lamb kabob with rice, salad and all the garnish which comes with fries and a drink. For 15 pounds. . The lamb kabob was juicy and flavorful. Definitely you can taste the char in the meat. The basmati rice was fluffy and hot in temperature. The salad and the garnish was refreshing and Paris well with the dish. The fries were hot and crispy. . Basically you order and pay and wait for your order. Then find a place to sit. It's like a fast food kind of place but more healthy. Overall it was good and I recommend to try if your wanting some comfort Persian food. Thanks for reading and have a yelptastic day! Cheers! read more

Zaytoon - Lamb kebab to sober up and watching the couple across kissing ;) - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dublin, D

Late night take away food in Dublin after having a great night out at different pubs. Very quick turn around from ordering and getting our food. I ordered a chicken shish with rice. We got it in under 10 minutes. Super impressed with the quickness and also very nice representatives there. Would go again! read more

Zaytoon - Outside - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dublin, D

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"It was delicious before, but not anymore. At 11:20 PM, you get a pre-heated kebab that doesn't taste the same as a fresh one. Turkish Ayran, usually plain, had seasoning. Doogh is often seasoned with mint, and it just doesn't taste the same. At least someone should have mentioned it contains mint. Won't be back again, disappointed after many years read more

If you are a true vegan, this restaurant is a disaster. The person running the place doesn't know what is in the food. He served me yogurt and said it wasn't vegan. He was rude, yelling at me for asking so many questions. I explained that I'm severely allergic to any type of dairy and he was blatant in his disregard for my needs. There was no one else in that restaurant that day and he need not have been so rude. Just don't go. Try UMI instead. It's nearby and fantastic! read more

Possibly the best kebab in Dublin.... Quite expensive at €20 if you're sitting in but definitely worth it

In one of Europe's busiest nightlife districts is a Persian eatery called Zaytoon. Yes in Dublin's Temple Bar district - amid dozens of Irish drinking and eating spots - is a very popular Persian restaurant. I believe Zaytoon means olive in Farsi ... and it also has come to mean good food in Dublin. I stopped in for a Barg with everything on it the other evening and I was very pleased with my meal. It's plenty big and at a fair price. This Persian flatbread made for a tasty and filling meal. An added plus - the staff who work here are uniformly friendly. And now because of its popularity, the owners of Zaytoon have added a couple of branches in Dublin. I'll be back to try one of them out. read more

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The food is usually ok if they have anything left or bothered to cook some items in the first place. If you're after a donner they don't seem to bother cooking them in the week so that's half the menu gone from Sunday to Thursday The staff seem disinterested. Poor show. Especially as it wasn't busy or late. 10pm on a Monday evening in a place that can seat 60 there were 6 other people. Bread was fresh if a little burnt there was little or no conversation from staff as to what was on the meal. No banter poor service lack of options. Sorry but this place used to be good. Living on old overrated memories. Bye bye. Won't bother you anymore. read more

***visited March 2019 When you come to St Patty's day in Ireland, look no further than Zaytoon for any and all meals (that is if you ever leave Bad Bobs) Quick, cheap, easy, and DELICIOUS - Zaytoon kept me and my friends alive and moving the weekend we visited Dublin for St Patty's day. The hummus? Yum. The chicken? Yum. The FRIES? Yum. Long live Zaytoon and let me open a sister store in LA. read more

Zaytoon - Heaven. - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dublin, D

Delicious Persian/Mediterranean food in Dublin near Temple Bar. We shared a plate of kebab & rice, garlic & cheese fries (our first time having these & they didn't disappoint) & a salad. Incredibly flavorful & filling. Very casual dining inside & friendly service. read more

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Horror, Persian trying to sell sumac ( levantine product,) but they give you mixed herbs. Beyond disappointed, they think you are just a starving person with no taste, unfortunately for them I can literally show them how to cook. Just go back home and do a different job, embarrassing. If you know Syria you know sumac and had nothing to do with the Tesco bulls##t you are trying to sell. Beyond bad, shawarma or Reina in Dame Street are more real. Keep cooking your tikka masala read more

This place was amazing! Nicely priced, fast service and super delicious food. The portions are big so you might have leftovers. The staff was pretty quick about helping if need be but great casual spot! Vegetarian friendly with a few different options! read more

Zaytoon - Stuffed Eggplant - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dublin, D

Extremely authentic and quality Persian food in Dublin! It's was a treat. Service was amazing as was the food!

Fast service. Large space. And open late! Perfect for a late night snack, which is what we ended up doing. The kebabs are served in a deconstructed manner, though I believe you can request them to be wrapped as well. They have good options for vegetarians as well (veggie kebabs soups, and stuffed peppers) read more

Great spot in the busy Temple Bar area for a quick bite. We had to wait a bit - be warned it is cooked to order, but it was worth the wait. Nice friendly staff. Food portions were large! Really loved the Classic Kubideh platter - amazing fresh veggies, tasty meat and lots of sauce. Would have liked a more "Hot" hot sauce, but it was a good portion as I said. This would be one of my quick go tos in the area if I lived around here. Also - great for families - they had numerous high chairs for kids. read more

Zaytoon - Side of chips - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dublin, D

We waited 20 minutes for this "fast food" but it was DELICIOUS and the portion sizes were huge! The juice was fresh squeezed right in front of you! We'd recommend you do the sharing plate options, because you get more variety and food for your money. We'd recommend this place, just don't expect it to be fast. read more

Enjoyed my meal, many of the meat options were gone for the day although it was several hours before closing.

Absolutely fantastic! Smells delicious, tastes delicious, and great vegan options!! Definitely stop here for a nutritious refuel!

Zaytoon is a reliable Mediterranean chain that serves a variety of kubideh, chichan kebab, and Donner. The spot here has a decent amount of seating with worn wooden tables and a nice view of Temple bar. At midnight through ppacr cab slowly begin to fill up, buy they have a good number of people fixing up the good food that you can get your order within 10 minutes. We ordered the zaytoon platter for 2, which included a variety of protein. Overall, tasty and juicy (chicken fairly lemony), but definitely needs a lot of the spicy sauce they have to punch up the flavor. Would definitely ask for extra hot sauce, and it's not very hot at all! The hummus and white sauce came exceptionally chilled, which was unexpected. Overall, decent but ask for hot sauce! read more

Absolutely lovely food, service and a cery communal atmosphere. Generous portions and tasty skewers make up for the perfect meal! This came recommended to us and now we recommend it to others. read more

It's a great experience. The ambiance is very welcoming and charming. Amazing food and service. Staff are extremely knowledgeable and make great recommendations. I highly recommend the falafel. read more

Says open till 4 am, casually decide to close at 12:50 am, very unprofessional. Would not reccomend

It's odd that in my 4 days spent in Ireland, the best thing I ate was not Irish at all...? In any case, Zaytoon is a definite must try when you're around. Yeah it's not what you'd expect to be on a tourist-y must-try list, but this stuff this seriously good. If you're not already drawn in by the display of them kneading dough and popping out fresh pita into their oven, then take my word for it. I got the mixed (chicken and lamb) small donner, and it was a heap of food--not small at all. Great--a nice bang for your buck already! I liked the lamb a bit more than the chicken--it's so tender, moist and full of flavor. But both choices of protein here were wonderful. The chili sauce is out of this world. So much that the next time, I plan on asking for extra of it. You could really put that sauce on anything, and it would be amazing. After eating so much meat and potatoes in Ireland, this place was a fresh and delicious alternative. Definitely give it a try! read more

I literally came to this place 3x out of the 5 days i was in Ireland....and that says a lot. What can i say about this place? And in no way am I offending the good people of Ireland, but this place had the best dish i had throughout my whole trip (aside from this sausage roll at a rando convenience store...) So I read this place up on Buzzfeed...or somewhat...pretty sure it was Buzzfeed. So i figure if i needed a late night eat, i had an option. That time came and i was hungry so why not. I ordered the small mixed donner to go, which has lamb and chicken and on the counter, it listed all the toppings so if you dont want anything specific, just let them know when you pay. They do take card FYI! THEY DO TAKE CARD! It was pretty quick and they call your number out. Grab my food and decided to take a bite before walking out. LITERALLY...MIND BLOWN...IT WAS DELICIOUS (i kinda just drooled a bit thinking back) . The lamb and the chicken, omg it was so flavorful, all the spices came through, the lamb thinly sliced, the shredded chicken..LET THE JUICES FLOW. The crunch from the cabbages and lettuce and mann....that sauces...The chili and garlic sauce (2 different type of sauce) is what made it even better. On top of that...the bread is FRESH...like its fluffy and doughy and lightly crisp. I couldnt get enough and i let my friend take a bite and she was WHOA. essentially...we went back everyday for dinner or lunch. On my last day, i got the regular size with the meal and the fries were lightly tossed with paprika? or some kind of pepper but they were damn good ass chips, crispy and soft on the inside. A better McDonald's version lol. I ended up getting just the chicken doner this time and i have to say...the mixed one is better of the 2. I think the lamb has spices that blend really well with the chicken's flavor. Overall, cheap eats , filling and super delicious. Between 7-11 euro, how can you say no!! read more

Zaytoon - Chicken doner meal with chips - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dublin, D

Good food, but staff could improve greatly! The male employee that was working on the till and taking orders had very bad English and could not understand the customer ahead of me or me when it was my turn to place my order. The wait was way too long for the style of food we had ordered. One of the members of staff working directly with the food was using her hair net to "keep" her hair up, rather than having her hair tied back and a hair net, and later there was the same colour hair in my partner's food. Will not go back. read more

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