My husband and I are so pleased to have a great Mediterranean Restaurant in Pacifica. It is a small comfortable place with a steady and able staff and great employers. The Chicken Kabab dinner plate is great. It comes with a good portion of rice and cabbage salad. Also good, is the Pomegranate Salad - with greens, nuts, and cheese along with pomegranate seeds. We go there regularly because we enjoy it so much. By the way, the Chicken Lemon Soup is delicious!!! read more

We stopped by after a long hike and were excited to try this place because of all the great reviews. It was packed at 5:00 p.m., which seemed like a great sign, and it has the feel of a solid casual Mediterranean restaurant. We ordered the beef kebab dinner and the falafel dinner. We requested the beef be cooked medium rare, but when we got home, it was closer to well done. Unfortunately, the beef was quite tough and difficult to eat. We were hungry after our hike, so we ate it anyway, but it was disappointing. The falafel dinner was a little better, though nothing particularly memorable. I was surprised given the high ratings, but after reading more reviews afterward, I noticed others had also mentioned that the meat can be overcooked. Since we usually order takeout, I probably wouldn't return because it's too much of a gamble if the meat isn't cooked as requested. It's unfortunate, as the restaurant was busy and seemed well-liked, but this visit didn't live up to our expectations. read more

We were on a search for middle eastern food, but all the spots we frequent were closed on a Monday evening. So I went through my Yelp bookmarks and found Zaza Grill in Pacifica. Easy parking in a large open lot, so no problems with finding a space. When we arrived, there was only one table available right at the door. We sat down, but it was pretty chilly. We couldn't shut the door because the waiter needed to serve a table outside. We were hoping for a table to open up before getting our entrees. Luckily, a table left and we could sit away from the wind. So much better! I think they should have smaller tables for 2, so it could either be for 2 or put 2 tables together to accommodate 4. Just a suggestion for those occasions when a couple takes up a table that seats 4 and there is another couple waiting for a table. That could easily solve this issue. ***OUR PICKS*** COLD MEZZE PLATE ~ * tzatziki - cucumber garlic yogurt dip with dry mint. * baba ghanoush - grilled smoked eggplant with tahini, yogurt, garlic and olive oil * hummus - puréed garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil * dolmas - stuffed grape leaves (rice) * kitzartma - eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, with tomato garlic sauce and topped with garlic and yogurt * kalamatiano - savory Kalamata olives The kitzartma dip was my favorite out of all of them. The least favorite would be the kalamatiano because it was salty, bitter, and tasted like pungent olives. I like olives, but this was a bit too much for me and my partner. When you mix it with the other dips, it was palatable, but harsh on its own. The rest were delicious and mouth watering and great eating with our meal. Warmed pita bread was served with the dips. 4/5 ZAZA MIX GRILL ~ kofte, chicken gyro, lamb and beef gyro, chicken kebab, lamb kebab. Comes with rice, salad, and hummus. The kebab meats were tender and juicy, while the gyro meats were on the drier side. Their chicken broth Jasmine rice was perfectly cooked and one of the best we've had! You can taste every grain and it was neither mushy nor dry. And so flavorful and delicious! The salad had a tangy dressing and hummus was smooth and tasty. 4/5 We were served by Yakov, who was pleasant and friendly. He even gave us hot Turkish tea while we sat at the doorway. He knew it was a cold evening and offered to move us as soon as a table was free. We even chatted about our travels as he's a big traveler and is multi-lingual! We had a fascinating conversation and enjoyed the food. Glad we stopped by to try Zaza Grill! read more

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We were craving Mediterranean food and saw there was one in Pacifica so we decided to come and try them. Their service here was remarkable, they offered us some Turkish tea and Turkish delight. We ordered the chicken gyro wrap and the chicken gyro plate and both dishes were delicious. Their ambiance is very bright and only offers minimal seating. Overall I would come visit them again! read more

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Stumbled upon this place after visiting Pacifica. This place is better than any Mediterranean place I've tried in the Bay Area and I live in Berkeley! Will definitely be coming back just for that combo plate alone. read more

Zaza Grill is scrumptiously delicious! From the front of the house to the waiter the service was by one person who did a phenomenal job tonight 7/29/25. He was so friendly and his hospitality was the most considerate I have experienced in the restaurant business. We ordered Gyro Salad, Lamb Kebab and Dolma appetizer. The salad, rice and hummus on the lamb kebab plate was delicious, best I have had. Gyros on the salad were very salty. It's only preference. If you like more salt, this would be perfect. Ambiance was homey and comforting. read more

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*** 3.5 stars *** Visited over the 4th of July weekend and I'm going to have to agree with Cherylynn N's review from 9 months ago. Doesn't seem much has changed as far as salt level and under seasoned hummus. Party of 9 and staff very welcoming but otherwise, very basic service. Food was decent but living in the East Bay, there's a plethora of Middle Eastern food that I prefer as items are seasoned better and delivered hot. :: Lamb/beef gyro wrap - most the table said they enjoyed with no leftovers :: Chicken Kebab Plate - 3.5 stars - dry pieces and sister said the rice was salty :: Kofte Kebab - 4pcs - 3 stars - salty, room temperature food. Hummus was eh and not flavorful with the highlight of the dish being the salad. I basically ate 1 kofte and boxed the rest. :: Combo gyro plate - cousin devoured but it didn't look appetizing and looked dry. :: Complimentary Turkish pide bread - cut into 2 inch pieces - fresh and fluffy :: Complimentary dessert: Kazandibi - caramelized milk with pistachio had a great flavor but texture was very firm. I was expecting more custard-like texture but it was more dense. Zaza Grill is a small spot with traditional music playing. Overall, seems like the gyro wraps are the way to go as everyone enjoyed them. Appreciate the complimentary dessert! "Pacifica Cousin" footed the bill - nice surprise and treat. Average price/person with t/t: $24 without drinks Located in a strip mall with plenty of lot parking. read more

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Been meaning to try Zaza. Every time we went to the Green Enchilada, we would walk by the restaurant. So we decided to try it today. We ordered to share: French Fries. Hubby ordered Chicken Pita meal and I ordered Beef kebab meal. To drink, we each ordered, Turkish coffee (strong and bitter), Turkish Tea (light) and coke. My favorite part was the rice and salad, well aside from the beef. Beef was tasty. Honey's chicken was ok. Not too dry. But it would be less dry if they had some sauce. Like me, he loved the rice. We would definitely go back especially since the service was awesome. read more

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Small little place that my husband & I discovered quite by accident on a weekday evening out. We intended to go to Puerto 27 in Pacifica but found it closed so looked for other options on yelp & came across Zaza Grill. The food was outstanding! The service even better! Friendly family oriented folks who are proud to share the delectable delicacies from their beautiful country, Turkey, among other Mediterranean dishes. We tried the grilled octopus which was to die for, the Beyti kebab was like none other I've tried (& that happens to be one of my favorites) & the chicken kebabs were moist & tender. The added touches of complimentary Turkish tea & Turkish delight did not go unnoticed & helped enhance our experience. We ended the fabulous meal with one of their warm, melt in the mouth desserts ...kunefe ...definitely a must try. Please go to this wonderful restaurant & patronize this local establishment. You will not be disappointed I can assure you. read more

Delightful lunch. Had the kofte plate and enjoyed the kunefe and kazandibi and the Turkish coffee. The proprietor is warm and friendly and put up with my folks awkward jokes. Would come again! read more

I ordered the ZaZa Mixed Grill for pickup and overall, it was pretty good! The meats (chicken, beef, and lamb) were all nicely seasoned and really tender; no complaints there. The rice was hot, flavorful, and paired well with everything. I liked the pickled vegetables too, but I do wish they weren't placed on top of the salad. The strong pickled flavor kind of overwhelmed the salad a bit, which made it less enjoyable on its own. Still, when eaten together with the rest of the plate, it worked out fine. read more

Pacifica is a cute little city south of San Francisco on the ocean. It has quaint shops and stores. We found a Mediterranean restaurant that had good reviews and tried the Greek salad with added lamb and beef kabob. The portions were ample. The flavors were terrific! The staff was friendly, professional and proficient. I will visit this place again on my next visit. read more

The perfect amount of smokiness , not too much. And if you don't want it too spicy, they can customize it for you. The food is high quality and made with care and you can tell that it is made very well and cleanly. The presentation of the food is excellent and very neat. We had a great time eating here. If you are in the area or give them a try, you will be very glad you had it, and we'll definitely return. read more

Friendly, fast service. Lamb and beef kebab and falafel were delicious. After dinner tea was delightful.

Incredible restaurant with super delicious healthy food, great service and affordable prices. Definitely a place to come back to. Cute interior. Super delicious tea. read more

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Zara Grill serves delicious Mediterranean food. I have never been disappointed. The service is friendly & attentive. Try the appetizer sampler! It is delicious. read more

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Such a lovely place with delicious food and even better service! Everything was yummy, and you can definitely tell they care about their plating. Our server (maybe the owner) was so friendly and kind to us, and even offered us Turkish tea on the house! Very nice interior and music. We enjoyed the experience eating here and would definitely come back! read more

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Picked up lunch here today. Cute very clean restaurant polite employees. I ordered the beef lamb gyros and the falafel wrap. Tasty beautifully prepared I will be back! read more

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3.5 STARS When it's hot AF in the bay, where do you find reprieve? Daly City or Pacifica. After coming from 100+ weather in the South Bay, feeling the cool breeze while exiting the car was the best feeling ever. It's like flinging your bra off at the end of the day. Ladies, you know what's up! Zaza Grill opened in January 2024 taking over Redeye Grill (Turkish). Open for takeout, delivery, indoor dining, and dog-friendly outdoor dining. Fast-casual - order, pay, and seat yourself. I saw staff take orders from some seated diners so that was confusing. M E N U Mediterranean and Turkish fare. Halal meats. No alkie. F O O D * Complimentary Pide Dry and stale. I wish they had warmed it up to give it a second life. But, hey it was free. * Adana Kebab Wrap ($14.95) // 3 Stars: https://tinyurl.com/bdz5869t I really enjoyed the adana kebab from Redeye Grill so wanted to give this a try for comparison. The adana kebab (ground lamb?) was on the drier side and very salty. I think pickles and onions would have made the wrap less plain. The accompanying tzatziki/cacik (yogurt sauce) was watery so the house chili sauce really help give a boost of flavor and kick. * Zaza Mix Grill: Beef+lamb gyro, beef kebab, chicken gyro, chicken kebab, kofte, hummus, salad, rice ($28.95) // 3.5 Stars: https://tinyurl.com/46deakmc Not my order but I sampled a bit from it. - Beef + Lamb Gyro: Tender and moist with some fatty pieces - Beef Kebab (requested medium rare): Well done and tough - Chicken gyro, chicken kebab, kofte: Didn't try - Hummus: IMO, needed more tahini, lemon, and garlic to mellow the overpowering beany flavor - Rice: Dry and tepid * Fries ($6.95) // 4 Stars I'm used to Mediterranean/Turkish places serving thicker fries and/or fresh hand cut fries but can't miss with hot and crunchy shoestring fries. A M B I A N C E Interesting vibe for a casual Turkish resto with a neon IG sign, faux grass walls, and pink-purple-ivory wisteria flowers. Tight indoor dining area with 7-8 tables and 4 tables outside. S E R V I C E Polite service. They were busy so food took awhile (30+ minutes). P A R K I N G Plentiful parking in the plaza. Overall, ok Turkish fare (off day?) but I would give Zaza Grill another try if I'm in Pacifica again. 3.5 Stars rounded up for a local small business. read more

Zaza Grill - Zaza Mix Grill: Beef+lamb gyro, beef kebab, chicken gyro, chicken kebab, kofte, hummus, salad, rice | $28.95 - Mediterranean Near Me - Pacifica, California

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Super fresh and delicious food. The prices are great, never had a bad experience. Healthy tasty food. The workers are super cool too!

Ordered the Chicken kabab plate. It was very tasty and perfect amount. My friend has the lamb wrap, she said was very good and took half to-go. The service was excellent, he was very friendly. read more

Generous serving sizes and delicious food. Inside is cute and comfortable. The staff were nice and very attentive to our needs

The lamb kebab was awesome! The people and experience was great!! I will be coming here more often. read more

Zaza Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Pacifica, California

Great tasting beef kabobs. The Turkish Bread was amazing crunchy and kinda hard but it is good.. This guy Batuhan is very friendly and nice. He even gave me a special treat. The place is very clean and nice. The hummus was very delicious . It is a must to visit this place when your in Pacifica read more

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A good restaurant in Turkish style. The service was good and the food was delicious. Try the Baklava and Turkish tea. read more

Zaza Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Pacifica, California

Super friendly staff and very tasty food - Mediterranean is not really an option in Pacifica, so this was a great find. Been here a few times, and really consistent. read more

I ordered the Zaza Mix Grill and it was absolutely inedible. The meat smelled rotten -- like it was completely spoiled and not fresh at all. I could not eat a single bite. This was a disgusting experience and a total waste of $27. I strongly warn everyone: do NOT order from this restaurant. If I had known about the food quality before, I would have never placed this order. read more

Zaza Grill - Zaza Mix Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Pacifica, California

What a lovely Mediterranean place! Slightly hidden within the Pacific Manor plaza is this beautifully designed Mediterranean restaurant. It has a very intimate, casual setting. I absolutely love the beautiful purple, pink, and white floral designs all over. I especially love the super cute "Food, I think about you all the time" sign, it's sooo trendy, cute, and unexpected! lol. I told the owner how much we loved their interior design and he said thank you that his wife had designed it. I made sure to let her know that I love her design, both he and his wife were so friendly and nice. Everything looked new and so clean inside which was so refreshing! We also loved the artistic pieces they had on the wall and the how they showcase calming aerial scenery on the televisions. We were pleasantly surprised with how much we enjoyed this restaurant. The quality of the food is immaculate. Everything we ordered was delicious and tasted so fresh! They also have a decent price point so it isn't too expensive or pricey at all. I ordered the Lamb Kabob plate and my bf got the Lamb and Beef gyro plate. We also opted for the Hummus starter prior to our meal that is accompanied by bread. Everything was great! My lamb was cooked to perfection, soooo juicy, and so flavorful. The rice was soft, fluffy, and buttery. The salad tasted so fresh. My bfs gyro plate was just as yummy! Sheeeesh the cook their meat perfectly! The only thing I think we were missing was pita for the hummus but this restaurant gives bread for the hummus instead which was still good. Highly recommend if you try if you're in the area. When arrived on Tuesday around 2ish and the restaurant was empty so we had the whole place to ourselves. The food came out so fresh and so fast. Friendly staff, delicious food, and affordable pricing. Only tip! It's a little hard to find because they don't have a large sign but it's right next to the Enchilada place. read more

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I didn't get everything I ordered. They forgot to include my vegetables, pita and tahini sauce. The chicken was dry. I wasn't impressed.

Zaza Grill has been open for 2 months to rave reviews and the hype is real. I find more Turkish restaurants in the Bay than I do in LA and at Zaza, I was able to relive some of the flavors I experienced in Istanbul. [RED LENTIL SOUP]: A warm, comforting soup that has a buttery richness and nourishing taste for the cold nights here. The squeeze of lemon is a must for a more homemade taste. [IMAM BIYALDI PLATE]: Among the many variations of this roasted eggplant dish, this was pretty solid with a homemade taste as well. [COMBO GYRO PLATE]: The lamb and beef taste was very authentic, but the chicken was as bit dry. Bread was warmed, toasted, soft and fluffy, which is a welcome relief since it's not always the case for restaurants. The salad had the best olive oil I've tasted, which means Zaza places a premium on quality. Hummus was also excellent with a smooth texture with the full nutty flavor of the chickpeas. The staff is very friendly and I saw some regulars and family friends supporting the business, so it felt very homey. I can't wait to go back and try their other dishes next time, and maybe some Turkish coffee in the daytime! read more

Zaza Grill - Combo Gyro Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Pacifica, California

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Ordered delivery and the food was all excellent. They had a sampler appetizer with multiple dips (hummus, baba, etc.) that were all different and creamy. Their pita was excellent. Feta fries were very garlicky (could have used more cheese, but still awesome). We also got a dinner that had all of the skewers (chicken, kofta, lamb, gyro meat) that also came with rice, salad and hummus. Everything was excellent, fresh, and quick to get delivered. I highly recommend. read more

Such an amazing healthy option in Pacifica area! Their turkish tea is incredible and the ingredients in each dish are wonderfully fresh. Service is so warm and welcoming, they clearly are hoping to create a staple option for Pacifica. Everything is reasonably priced, especially the lunch specials! Chicken skewer plate was perfectly cooked and filling, tons of leftovers with the addition of the spread combo. Love it! read more

This small mom and pop restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating. There's plenty of parking. They share a large parking lot with Safeway, Grand Hotpot, Rosalind Bakery, and a taqueria. We were greeted and seated by the friendly owner upon entering the restaurant. We order the Chicken Gyro plate and the Beef & Lamb plate. The food came out within 10 minutes after we placed our order. Our entrees came with side salad, rice, hummus, and pita bread. The meats were flavorful and tender. They were generous with the portions. The food is light and healthy, which we really liked. The owner was our waiter, and he checked on us couple of times. They used fresh ingredients. They also take pride in their cooking. We will definitely be back to try their other entrees and falafel. read more

Zaza Grill - Chicken Gyro Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Pacifica, California

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Came across this spot as I was looking for something in Pacifica. Options are a bit limited in Pacifica if you ask me...so when I saw this on Yelp, and the fact that they are a newly opened restaurant (2 weeks old), I was thrilled! I love me some Middle Eastern food and so happy that this will be my go to when I'm in P-Town. It's super cute inside. The decor was inviting, loved the hanging flowers. Perfect touch with neon signage; and the contrast of the dark painted ceiling, grass walls, and arched mirror windows with hanging flowers... Food: sooo good. I got the Zaza mix grill plate and my son got the chicken kebab plate. The meat is so tender and flavorful. The rice pilaf was light and fluffy...perfectly seasoned. YUM. Hummus, nutty and buttery melting in my mouth! Fresh and warm pita bread. For dessert, we got the baklava. That was divine! Texture and sweetness, I wish I had it with their coffee or tea. Next time and def will be coming back. Service: 1000 stars. Customer service is second to none, friendly and always asked if we we needed anything and how we thought of the food. They were genuine and I felt a lot of love in that beautiful place. Definitely coming back! read more

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(23, Jan 2026, Friday) I hate giving bad reviews knowing how difficult it is for restaurants to stay alive. But, there again, we've never spent so much money for the worst meal we've had in over two decades. We both ordered gyro plates to go, his beef, mine chicken. They were both so overcooked, dry, and tasteless that we both actually stopped eating despite still quite hungry. The Falafels (5 in the order) were fine, but the Tzatziki sauce tasted like someone threw chunky sour cream cubes in a container. There was honestly no taste whatsoever. For their sake, I'm really hoping that this was a one-off horrible night for Zaza Grill and not reflective of their standard of quality. I can say the restaurant's host was very very nice! read more

Third time here. We shared the kizartma appetizer- a delicious eggplant dish with yogurt. My son had the kofte platter, my husband the beef& lamb gyro platter, and I had the lamb kebab. All came with rice, salad, hummus, and pita bread. All were delicious. I especially like the salad dressing. I got it on the side and so could dip my lamb in it. Very enjoyable meal read more

My family and I had a delicious meals from here and received kind, polite service. We ordered takeout. The Saksuka side dish is fantastic, tasty, and goes well with warm pita bread. I loved my beet salad with toasted almonds and goat cheese, creamy and fresh and tangy with slices of fig. I also ordered a chicken gyro plate, and the chicken was moist, rice fluffy, hummus delicious, with a green salad. This will also feed me for tomorrow. We will be happy to support this local business. read more

Zaza Grill - Beet Salad with Spinach, toasted almonds, creamy goat cheese and slices of fig - truly a meal as it is not a side salad. - Mediterranean Near Me - Pacifica, California

Edit: it is halal (called and confirmed!) We came in early afternoon. Very welcoming environment. Place is clean. We were seated promptly. There were other customers enjoying their meal. Music in the background. Service was wonderful. He came and took our order. We got lentils soup came with side of bread in a basket (my husband loved it), mixed grill (he enjoyed it a lot but couldn't finish it. Great portion!) and i got kofte kebab. 10/10 highly recommend. This has been added to our favorite spots! Used the toiled and it was very clean. They had lotion that you could use after washing your hands. They also have a bidet!!! 10/10 Thank you for the complimentary sweet dish and drinks! Do i recommend? Absolutely! Must visit! read more

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This place was so fantastic. We ordered a Turkish coffee, tea, cold sampler, and chicken kebab. All of the dishes came out quickly and were of high quality. The service was great, and the overall vibe felt very homey. I felt like a family member was just serving me a meal of something homemade. read more

Zaza Grill - Sampler - Mediterranean Near Me - Pacifica, California

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We were on the lookout for a Mediterranean spot around the peninsula and came across Zaza Grill. With plenty of parking and no reservation needed, it was an easy choice for our Saturday evening. We arrived around 5:30 and were immediately greeted and seated--great first impression! Ordering was quick and simple. We went with the Grilled Octopus and the Mixed Grill, which turned out to be perfect for the two of us. For dessert, we tried the Kunefe, and it did not disappoint--everything was delicious! It was a wonderful choice for our anniversary dinner. The service was friendly and attentive, and the parking situation was stress-free, which is always a plus. Ambiance was casual. We'll definitely be back! read more

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