Old-school, family-owned, neighborhood nook with sizable portions of traditional Lebanese standards. Based on 579 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.9 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
607 Varick St, Utica, NY 13502
Phone: (315) 738-0297
Website: http://www.zeinascafeutica.com/
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Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–2 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–8 PM |
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Reviews
Carmen Kocovic
Wanted some Lebanese food while staying in Utica for the night. This place had good reviews so decided to give it a try. Construction going on outside and wasn’t even sure if it was open. When we walked in we thought ok maybe it’s just take out. But we were greeted with dine in or take out? We rounded the corner and there was s a dining room. Seems like a cute family place. Waitress was friendly and attentive. They had the usual items at a Lebanese restaurant. I really liked third pita. It was the thinner kind. It was kind of chilled and I wished it was just a little warmed. We ordered the appetizer sampler platter. You can choose 4 items. We got hummus, babaganoush, grape leaves and had to substitute a 4th item with falafel. Everything was delicious up to this point. My husband ordered Zeina platter with rice and salad and side of fries. I had the mixed chicken and beef gyro. The portions were large. Food was tasty. I had to take 1/2 the gyro to go after all the appetizers. I was completely satisfied with the meal and will definitely return. The gentleman that was behind the counter was very welcoming and friendly as well, striking up conversation. I was disappointed they must have run out of Baklava which is my favorite. Will have to try next time! Recommend to anyone with a healthy appetite looking for something in the area other than chain restaurants and typical American fair.
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Mike Kohli
The epitome of a mom and pop shop. I walked in for the first time and was greeted by one of the owners who introduced herself to me and invited me to sit down. I told her it was my first time and she asked my name then explained what their business was about and told me about the other restaurant run by other family members.
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Rosa Bonnell
Stopped here on our way to Cape Cod. Some of the best Lebanese food we have ever had. The grape leaves were so flavorful, eggplant fries were so tasty, and the owners made you feel like family. Highly recommend!
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Jean Mattingly
Oh my!!! Read the reviews and hoped it would be as good as they said ..trust me I was not disappointed! Everything authentically delicious. Leila so charming, loving and generous with her food! Sarkis made me feel like family..we will back!
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chloe a
stopped here with my family for a quick lunch on our road trip and we’re so happy we found it!! we all got gyros but everything on the menu looked so delicious. the staff were incredibly sweet and nice, it felt like a family. we were even given some cherries for the road and a sample of turkish coffee!! id definitely recommend checking this place out- not only is the food delicious but the staff are so friendly and you can tell how much love & care they put into this restaurant
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Steve Flint
I ordered the lamb and beef gyro and Wow!!! That is one of the best gyro that I have ever had. The service was above and beyond. The owner treated us like we were family. The portions were above normal for a great price. I can not wait to go back!! Thank you Zeina and staff!
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Shayne “Swavy” Hughes
Very homey and affordable. My fiance raved about the eggplant fries. When paired with the sauce it comes with its a homerun in your mouth. We both had the same gyro with chicken and beef. NOW my favorite thing were the Minnie minced garlic fries! The fries with a soda and some ketchup if you chose. The hummus is a must have for the start of your sit down. And if you’re lucky enough you’ll get some Turkish coffee from the owner to wash it all down.
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Magda Szemiot
Very good food! Turkish coffee and baklava – to die for
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Mike Coomber
Place seems sketchy from the outside. Garlic fries were delicious. Lamb is not “fresh” cut but seemed to be frozen lamb strips cooked up. Would have been better with lamb from a spit. Staff was pleasent.
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Michael Sturdevant
This place is all around a perfect stop. Staff are extremely kind and welcoming. Atmosphere is friendly and clean. And the food is great!
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