My friend and I met at Zazzy for a casual weeknight dinner. At Zazzy, you can either order at the counter or use the QR code on the table. The service was quick, and the restaurant/cafe was pretty empty on a Wednesday night. We over-ordered and ended up with a ton of food! We got the dip sampler, the halloumi platter, the halloumi fattoush salad and the beef shawarma bowl. I also got a house lemonade. The food was excellent. I loved the salad and grilled halloumi. The dips and pita chips were great. We had a lot of leftovers, which we ate the next day. Great little spot! Cute and clean cafe. I recommend checking it out. read more

Zazzy - Halloumi Fattoush - Lebanese Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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I feel like I went on a magic carpet ride, took a wrong turn somewhere over the Mediterranean, and landed at Zazzy. And honestly, I am not mad about it. Let me start with the good because there is a lot of it. The place is spotless. Like, noticeably clean. The atmosphere is warm, modern, and inviting, the kind of place you actually want to sit and enjoy your food instead of rushing out. The guy who took our order was genuinely kind, patient, and welcoming, which always sets the tone for the whole experience. Now the food. This is where things get a little adventurous. My son ordered the chicken pita and it came with ketchup on it. Ketchup. On a Lebanese pita. That was a first for me. I have eaten a lot of Lebanese food and ketchup has never once made an appearance on the menu, let alone on the sandwich. It was not bad, just unexpected and a little confusing. I had the chicken shawarma bowl, which was solid, but the garlic paste on the side was different than what I am used to. Again, not terrible, just not traditional. I found myself wishing there were more classic Lebanese sauce options available. A little toum variety or something more familiar would have really elevated it. That said, everything tasted fresh, the portions were good, and nothing felt careless. It just felt like a modern remix rather than an authentic throwback. And now, the wildcard. The giant chocolate chip cookie. Absolutely amazing. Warm, gooey, and worth every bite. Honestly, that cookie almost pushed me to a 4.5, but the app would not let me live my truth. Overall, this is a strong 4-star experience. Clean, friendly, great vibe, and good food with a creative twist, even if it strays from traditional Lebanese flavors. If you are looking for comfort, atmosphere, and a killer cookie, this place delivers. If you are a Lebanese food purist, just know you are boarding a slightly re-routed magic carpet. read more

Zazzy reminded me a lot Z & Z, but they offer a lot more than monushe. I ordered the chicken salad and cheese flatbread. The salad was refreshing, but the chicken was a little tough and dry. The flat bread was also okay~~, but I wouldn't order it again. In regard to service, there was only one person at the front. She was kind but it could be difficult getting her attention bc she was managing all tables inside and outside and all the online orders. This could be because I dawned on a Tuesday, but my experience was more casual than sit down with full service. read more

Zazzy - Chicken Shawarma Salad - Lebanese Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

The most overrated Lebanese wanna be cafe, decor is nice, modern and simple and the facility is clean, but the service is way too slow it took 10 minutes for a cup of coffee. The food is way too overpriced and didn't taste that great. I wouldn't have marked that place as Lebanese or even Mediterranean, nice try though read more

Zazzy - Lebanese Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Tucked away in a residential stretch of Arlington's charming Clarendon neighborhood, Zazzy is a fast-casual Lebanese-style café serving flavorful, health-conscious fare in a bright, welcoming space. My mom and I stopped by for a late lunch around 1:30 p.m. on a sunny Saturday and found it surprisingly quiet for the time. Guests can order at the counter or opt for full table service, making the experience flexible and relaxed. The menu is impressively broad -- spanning flatbreads, dips, salads, shawarmas, bowls, and sandwiches -- with a strong beverage lineup that includes coffee, tea, and even alcohol. The baked goods also caught my eye, especially the Dark Chocolate Pistachio Lazy Cake and Tahini Chocolate Cookie, both of which looked incredibly decadent. The café itself is charming and well-designed, with expansive windows perfect for people-watching and cheerful potted succulents brightening up nearly every corner. Outdoor seating is available too, ideal for enjoying warm-weather days. We both ordered the Chicken Quinoa Salad ($16), which was outstanding -- easily one of the best salads I've ever had. The portion was generous, featuring tender, seared chicken breast over perfectly cooked quinoa, crisp cabbage, cucumber, red onion, fresh herbs, roasted almonds, and sweet raisins. The vinaigrette (served on the side by request) added a subtle, earthy richness, likely from olive oil and other well-balanced ingredients I couldn't quite identify. My mom couldn't finish hers -- it was that filling -- and we both agreed it was well worth the price. Service was warm and efficient, with our meals arriving in under 10 minutes. Zazzy is a hidden gem in the area, but probably not for long -- we'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. read more

Zazzy - Restaurant Interior - Lebanese Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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No reservations needed, and there's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Street parking is available, which is convenient. I needed WiFi, and luckily, it was available at the counter since my cell service was pretty bad. You order using the Toast QR, which is easy enough. The background music was nice, and the staff was super friendly. The place looks new and clean, but there weren't many people dining in. The house lemonade comes in a bottle was not a big deal, but worth mentioning. We tried the Spinach Pomegranate Ousheh, but it was way too bitter. The Freekeh Dates Salad was excellent, and the oven roasted Chicken Batata with garlic paste was terrific. The overall vibe was pretty casual, given the ordering system and the low crowd, so probably not the best spot for a romantic dinner. read more

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This is a small Mediterranean restaurant but very good. It's not a full-service order you order at the counter and then they bring you your food. It doesn't have a lot of choices but what they have is good and fresh. I had a date, walnut, and arugula salad with cheese and Zata pita bread it was very good! I took home a beef dish with rice, pickled onions other items, and hummus overall it was good except the hummus was not the best... read more

Zazzy - Date salad - Lebanese Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I was heading toward Bakeshop for a coffee when I suddenly sensed a wonderful aroma of beef and spices. The scent stopped me in my tracks, and, before I realized what I was doing, I had to follow that wonderful smell. A couple doors down I arrived at Zazzy, a Mediterranean Cafe. I looked at the menu from outside and zeroed in on the Lahme biajine, a ground beef and mixed spice flatbread. Roomy and modern looking, I peeked into the restaurant. Spotless and nicely designed inside interior, I approached the counter and ordered the food for here. I did not even know that I was hungry until I went inside. I told the counter person of my first time there. He was quite helpful with my questions. I took a seat and, in just a few minutes, the flatbread dish appeared hot and smelling wonderful. It looked quite nice reminding me of an extra thin individual thin pizza or a quesadilla. Delish! Enough spice and portioned nicely, not overly filling. Next time, I may suggest something like a chopped green or red veggie on top of it for some texture. A nice surprise for a Sunday afternoon, and I still got my coffee at Bakeshop a couple doors down from Zazzy. read more

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This is like a Lebanese version of Tatte, although most things in the menu here are meant for sharing, other than the sandwiches, and the menu isn't vast (no kibbeh, for example). It would be nice to see more items in the menu that are for individual ordering, such as more individual plates with multiple sides other than a dip sampler. As for the food, the flavors are very much on-point - very traditional even though I had to take a double look at the English names for the Lebanese dishes. For some reason I thought I was going to get a ful mudamas when I picked a fave bean dip - but it was literally a mashed dip - and I'll admit it was tasty! It would be great to have more pita to go with it - but I wasn't sure if they're complimentary with the dip. The beef and egg breakfast was tasty too - and is their take on the Lebanese qawarma dish. The flavors were very Lebanese - and tasty - and I enjoyed this one a lot. I asked for it without potatoes - and it seems like potatoes are in many other dishes here. I tend to go for side salads, but this is not yet an option. The desserts were good, such as the kunafe baked in dough, topped with pistachio and traditional syrup, which is somewhat a similar take on the Lebanese kunafe stuffed in kaak bread. I thought the pistachio was a nice touch as it added another flavor to what would be overwhelmingly be a lot of cheese and bread (I didn't taste much of the traditional kataifi or shredded phyllo dough (or semolina) - and can't even recall if there was any in it at this time. Overall, I enjoyed it, and the vibe is pretty chill and relaxing, and modern. But I should be planning on coming back with a group to take the most advantage of what this place has to offer. I do plan to come back to try their oushes/manoushes/flatbreads since their pita is really tasty. read more

Zazzy - Pita (two types) served with fava bean dip. - Lebanese Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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My friend and I came here for a late lunch around 2:30ish. It was completely empty which was nice because the place we tried going to was completely packed. I got the chicken batata and my friend got one of the bowls. Mine was pretty good, the chicken was delicious. The potatoes were good, the ones that were super oily thought tasted a little weird. I like the crispy crunchy ones better. It's a cute little restaurant, aesthetically pleasing. read more

Zazzy - chicken batata - Lebanese Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Zazzy is a snazzy new (ish) Lebanese fast-casual restaurant that opened up in Clarendon. My friend looked up restaurants in the area and found Zazzy. Our group of four most definitely enjoyed the food here this past Tuesday. The interior is spacious with a Instagram-able design and detail. The ordering system is pretty casual -- you can order at the counter or using a QR code. We got a bunch to share and thought everything was wonderful! HALLOUMI FATTOUSH - 14.50 A very refreshing salad that was lightly sweetened by tomatoes and pomegranate molasses. All the ingredients were fresh and juicy, making it the perfect salad to eat on a hot evening. The toasted pita added a lovely crunchy texture that I kept wanting more of. So refreshing and I would order this again for myself. ZAATAR - 8 Flatbread with a generous seasoning of zaatar, sumac, sesame, salt. This is my first time trying zaatar and I liked it. The texture is definitely more on the gritty side, but the flavors were good and I enjoyed the soft and chewiness of the flatbread. LAHME BIAJINE - 11 This flatbread was topped with ground beef, tomato, red pepper & onions. It was flavorful and one of my friends really liked this one. Good amount of ground beef and sweetened lightly by the tomato. I enjoyed it, too, CHICKEN BATATA - 14 This has to be my favorite of all the food we ordered. The chicken and potatoes come in a small cast iron pan (I think) and there was a side of pita with a super garlicky sauce. The chicken was pretty juicy and fresh, even the white meat pieces. These potatoes have to be the best potatoes I've had as they were seasoned very well and pretty cheesy. I could probably eat a whole bowl of these potatoes. They were so, so good. The pita bread was nice and the sauce was so good because it was so garlicky. Super tasty all around, yum. DIPS SAMPLER - 16 The dips sampler come with some pita crisps (?) that were already quite seasoned and enjoyable on their own along with a generous plate of pita. The sampler allowed us to enjoy all four of their available dips. Our favorite was definitely the mhamara walnuts. The eggplant tahini and fava dips were good, too, as it's not flavors I enjoy too often. The labne was very smooth but the chips kept breaking every time we would try to dip it in (same with the fava dip). Overall, solid option and would recommend this if you want to try all the dips! Zazzy blew us away with how good it was. I would definitely recommend and hope to come back soon! read more

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I really enjoyed my first trip to Zazzy and hoping to try it many more times! I got food to go and it's a large portion for a fair price. The space was very cute, trendy but airy. Staff was super friendly and the wait wasn't too long for freshly made food. I tried the halloumi salad and the chickpea fattoush. The salad was great but my two wants was 1) for the halloumi to maybe be grilled? I think grilling or adding a flavored halloumi would give the cheese a saltier taste which would then offset the sweet dressing and 2) to lower the sugar level in the pomegranate molasses. The taste was unique and tasty but it was hard to use the whole dressing because it was a bit overpowering at moments and needed some salt balance within the salad The chickpea fattoush was filling and tasty, loved the side garlic sauce. I also got a house lemonade which was fantastic. I definitely need to come back and try some breads, dips, and some meat items to give them the full 5 star they deserve! read more

Zazzy - Chickpeas Fatteh - Lebanese Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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VERY disappointing. encouraged by the reviews, my Middle Eastern cousin and I ordered the sampler platter and the Hummus trio, and I ordered many dishes to go. We have never eaten more tasteless and mediocre food, which is shocking as Arabic food is uniquely flavorful. As an Arab, I hesitated about writing a critical review, but it needs to be said. You can get a more flavorful humus in pretty much any supermarket let alone in a restaurant. The only tasty dish was labneh, which probably came out of a container. They have a great setup, but it's a pity that the food is so lacking in taste. if I were the owner, I'd immediately hire new chefs. read more

They were SO friendly and warm, and the food was excellent! The lemonade was so lovely with just a hint of orange flower, and the tabouleh salad was so flavorful with a surprising small hint of cinnamon! Will be back! read more

Zazzy - Not Your Typical Tabouleh - Lebanese Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Food: 5 Service: 5 Value: 5 Ambiance: 5 What a cute spot tucked away in Clarendon! Cafe vibes with good enough seating for larger groups too (was not too busy around Sunday lunch) You can order at the front or at your table via QR code. The food was so fresh and big portion sizes (we both got salads). Definitely get the dip sampler (comes with pita bread and chips)- everything was great but my favorite was the muhammara! The salads were flavorful and had just the right amount of dressing. I will definitely be going back to try their bowls and more flatbreads. Price point was very good for Arlington and portion size for the price was great. (~$14 for big salad, ~$17 if you add chicken) read more

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Amazing food. Can't go wrong with anything. Very authentic. I try to come here atleast once a month, haha

Zazzy is a new fast casual Lebanese restaurant in Clarendon. They're still in the soft opening phase, so they may adjust some things by the grand opening. It's already very good. I got their chicken pita. It was solid. Importantly, the chicken was very juicy. While I usually ignore pickles, the pickles they used were notably good. The "garlic paste" they provide as a dip on the side was good, too... just the right amount garlicky to be most enjoyable. Their pitch is that they're bringing together aspects of Lebanese street food with Lebanese home cooking. The "home cooking" aspect really shined through. The food had a nice homey comfort sense to it... It wasn't over complicated, but each element was done with care. The service was friendly. You have to wait a few minutes while they make your food in the kitchen, but the wait wasn't too long. The staff (and I'm not sure if one was the owner) seem to care about the place and about people having a good experience there. I definitely expect that I'll to go back to try more of the menu! read more

Zazzy - Sign in front - Lebanese Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Bright & airy but casual Mediterranean restaurant where you can either order at the counter or through a QR-code at your table. Menu is kind of strange, as they have a lot of meats, veggies, and carb dishes that are all mutually exclusive. This being said, my GF and my food was all solid, very fresh, and came out extremely quickly. read more

Really beautiful space, great service, and good value for a delicious meal! I'm looking forward to trying more of the menu in future visits! read more

Zazzy - Roasted Eggplant and Raisin Sandwich - Lebanese Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I'm so grateful Zazzy opened up in Arlington. There are very few spots in Arlington that are actually tasty and healthy (and not a chain). We have made Zazzy our backup option for when we're too lazy to cook and need to continue eating healthy. The absolute best thing on the menu is the freekeh date salad. Needless to mention their fatteh, mhammara, flatbreads, and even their cookies! Such a little gem! Best of luck to the Zazzy family! read more

Zazzy - Freekeh salad - Lebanese Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Ambiance and service was good. But the food is not as good as hoped. The eggplant sandwich was not great

Zazzy was really good! I didn't realize it was fast casual but the food was really delicious. We got the dips as an appetizer (eggplant was best) and the cheese and Zataar flatbread and the chicken pita and steak sandwich. Really liked our food! Fast service too. I recommend! read more

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Excellent food. Nice and quiet. Order at counter and get served at table. Good service. It's in an office building - and you need to leave the restaurant to get to restroom (yes, unisex). read more

Very homemade feel. Delicious. Toum is good. Fresh baked bread. Steak sandwich and chicken batata is recommended. read more

I met a friend here for a dinner date, expecting a more formal dining atmosphere, but it turned out to be a casual spot. Based on Yelp recommendations, I ordered the Halloumi Fattoush, and it definitely lived up to the hype. The staff was friendly, the restaurant had a simple but charming vibe, and the portions were generous. Parking was easy--I found a metered spot right in front, and there's even a wine bar and bakery on the same block, which is super convenient. Just a heads-up: part of the road became a one-way street, which caught me off guard. Overall, I'd recommend this spot! read more

Round up your friends or enjoy an intimate date night at Zazzy for a taste of Lebanese delights right in Clarendon! As soon as we saw this spot opened in our neighborhood we couldn't wait to give it a try. Zazzy boasts a stunning and chic interior with plenty of natural light. It was our first time trying Lebanese and Zazzy's friendly and helpful staff made us feel right at home offering the perfect suggestions. Every dish we tried was exceptional and the homemade lemonade was a refreshing addition to every bite. It was hard to pick our favorites, but standouts were the steak sandwich, halloumi fattoush salata, chickpea fatteh, spinach pomegranate flatbread, and mhamara walnut dip. We also tried the zaatar, chicken batata, lentil mjadra, and the labne dip. The commitment to quality and authenticity is impressive. Everything is made fresh in-house including the desserts (which we need to save room for next time) AND they have eco-friendly to-go containers. Supporting Zazzy means supporting a sustainable woman-owned business. With tons of vegetarian options, and select Smith tea selection and coffee bar, Zazzy is shaping up to be our go-to hangout spot! read more

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We ordered a bunch of takeout for dinner and the food was pretty good, but not amazing, and you definitely have to order a lot to be full. For two people, we ordered: -lahme bijane, which was the best dish of the night. It's very thin and not filling. -halloumi fettosh. I love halloumi but this was baked and not grilled, so it wasn't as good. -chickpeas fatteh. Pretty good with the yogurt sauce. -eggplant tahini. Not very good or worth getting (other than for the pita chips) This was the right amount of food for one person who eats quite a bit and a second who doesn't. read more

Cozy environment with good food. I like the interior design and the plants in the restaurant. The food taste good and the wait time wasn't long at all on a busy Friday night. read more

Zazzy - Steak Sandwich - Lebanese Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Delivery came promptly and at the right temperature. The sauces were generous. The beef pita was meaty and the pickles a nice contrast, but the pita bread wrap was oddly dried out, perhaps stale -- half was soft but the other half was crunchy and really hard to chew. The "not typical" tabbouleh was a large salad, light and fresh. Truth in advertising, they are not kidding listing cabbage first -- it was the predominant flavor, but nicely balanced. read more

Delicious! Stopped into Zazzy for lunch with friends. Warm, inviting setting with very gracious service. Lots of places to sit comfortably. Menu isn't huge but items offered are very tasty and customizable- our party shared lots of appetizers/dips, flatbreads and salads. Service was very fast, food was very fresh. Halloumi cheese on salad/fattoush was tasty and filling. Pitas are fresh and fluffy. House made lemonade very refreshing on warm summer day. Parked in underground, free parking next door, so very convenient. Will be back soon! read more

I ADORE Zazzy. I regularly order it to-go after my workouts. Less expensive than (or comparable to) a sweetgreen salad and infinitely more satisfying. Love the staff too! Wonderful ambiance. read more

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The food is so fresh and flavorful. Staff is helpful, and the ambiance is very nice for an order at the counter place.

This place is soooo good! The food is so delicious! The ingredients are fresh and tasty and light. I have eaten here so many times in just a week. The place is very cute and inviting and the people working there are so nice. I highly recommend going here! read more

Delicious homemade tasting Lebanese food that is health conscious with lots of satisfying flavor (taste the fresh ingredients with perfect seasoning and nothing is fried). Very clean space, friendly service, and adorable presentation of food on a cozy. Tried the Chicken Batata (awesome), some kind of Pistachio Cake which was the only dessert option left and not made in-house (okay would not order again), and Lemonade. Plan to visit lots and also try out more items on their menu as well as the in-house desserts. read more

It's The food is delicious the best Lebanese Food Everybody friendly Very kind Give a chance you like it

I really wanted something light and refreshing for lunch, and my husband wanted anything that was hearty with meat. I loved my Halloumi Fattoush Salad, and he loved his Spicy Chicken & Cheese wrap. This checked ALL of the boxes and more! I can't express enough how obsessed we are after only a few visits!!!! Love this new fast casual addition to the neighborhood. Super friendly staff as well. Have recommended to everyone I know already read more

Zazzy - Lebanese Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Second time at Zazzy and it does not disappoint. The food is delicious especially the Labna and the staff are accommodating and helpful. Our group enjoyed the relaxed ambiance, comfortable seating and noisy atmosphere. read more

As a Lebanese we love ordering from this place, food is very authentic and clean. We usually order breakfast (zaatar, lahme etc)

I love this place. It's quite unique and delicious. If you're a foodie like me, and want something different--I would totally suggest stopping here. The atmosphere is semi homestead-y-like, if you know what I mean. read more

Tried Zazzy for the first time today on my break, had a great experience. Got the falafel because that was something I know, but the menu was by no means overwhelming for someone that doesn't know Lebanese food very well. It's set up like a fast casual restaurant and the service was certainly fast, as well as friendly. The atmosphere was relaxed and open, which I appreciate. Definitely recommend and will be back soon. read more