I went to Dallas for a conference, a friend of mine came to pick me up from the hotel to hang out and she said a lot of good things about this restaurant. Restaurant is big, they have hookah since it's a Mediterranean cafe/ restaurant. Our servant was very nice,she suggested some drinks and also food to me I got Lebanese Mule as my drink, they serve it in a bronze pineapple which was nice. They have arabic music. read more

Zatar - Lebanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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In town for the weekend and decided to give this place a try. Overall it was a very good experience. The food was amazing we all ordered the Pan Seared Salmon and it was very good. Only problem is I literally only had three pieces of Brussel sprouts on my plate. I was very disappointed with that. The hookah was good too. They made sure to come around and keep the coals hot. The reason I'm giving this place a 4-star is because the automatically added 20% gratuity to our bill. Now our server was great but not the amount we had to pay great. I feel bad if someone didn't receive great service and had to pay that. Let people know ahead of time that you are added that so they can decide for themselves if that's okay or not. And at one point almost every table was full so you were not 6 feet apart from strangers. read more

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Its a jewel in the Deep Ellum area that we were fortunate to check out! Ambience: It has a classy interior that makes you feel intimate. Very well decorated for the holiday season. There is a full stocked bar as well. You should be able to find parking nearby at the paid parking lots. Service: The staff is very friendly and is always polite and courteous. They ensure that you get settled soon and you start enjoying your food at the earliest. Food: Be sure to check-in on Yelp to get their signature Humus starter for free. Their pita bread is fresh from the oven and is super tasty! For the main course, we had the egg-plant moussaka that was cooked to perfection (along with tomatoes and onions). The dessert choice of brownie + pistachio ice cream beats it all! You just cant miss it. We thoroughly enjoyed it and will visit them for sure! They truly deserve 5 stars! read more

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Great food and lively atmosphere. I had heard such great things about this place so I was excited to finally try it out considering it was a busy Saturday night and we'd have to drive/find parking in Deep Ellum. Well it was definitely worth it! Right off the back the dish Coq Au Vin piqued my interest. I asked the waiter what he thought of it, his face instantly lit up and he claimed it was his favorite...and I have to agree! It was so delicious! It came out piping hot in a ceramic bowl: potatoes mixed with white wine sauce and succulent chicken. I do have to note that I wasn't a big fan of the mixed cocktails, kind of expensive and taste wise a little watered down. I'd probably get drinks elsewhere next time. I DEFINITELY need to come back and try the desserts. I was with some skinny girls who don't eat that much and wanted to party instead! read more

I made dinner reservations for my anniversary on 12/31/22 for 8:45PM. On arrival I was greeted at the host stand with the most genuine & warm welcome & congratulations! we were given the option of hookah or non-smoking dining, of course we smoked hookah. I ended up ordering rose & peach hookah... it was AMAZING! I ordered 2 cocktails, lavendar lemon drop 1000/10 & beirut ol'fashioned VERY POTENT, very well served. I also ordered the lamb chops medium with a side of rice & it was so tender, just overall a very pleasant experience! I will definitely be back this' definitely a Deep Ellum gem!!! I don't have pics, I only took videos from the night, just trust me. read more

One of the best places to try out authentic Lebanese cuisine. Whether you are a visitor or a Dallas local Zatar is a MUST!!! Love the interior, people are super awesome + flavorful food at reasonable price!!! If you are vegan or vegetarian there are many items to choose from. I recommend the baba ghanoush, falafel, cauliflower and cheese cigars. Also, try the Lebanese coffee (super strong & fresh). We celebrated New Year's 2018 at Zatar which was super fun! Our ticket included a 3-course meal and full bar! One of the most memorable events with great entertainment. Zatar is one of the hot restaurants in Deep Ellum (hip & happening place in Dallas) start your evening tapas at Zatar & try some experimental cocktails (Ask server for recommendation) I highly recommend Zatar to anyone who loves tapas or if you are a group and need a nice place to entertain its a place to go! Tip: ask your waiter for the demonstration of pita bread! They cook fresh pita on the spot!!! (Our pita was cooked right in front of us it was hot hot and tasssssty yum yum yum ) read more

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4/5 Good Lebanese restaurant in Deep Ellum. Nice, welcoming decor and friendly staff. Decent prices for quality food. Dishes- Falafel:DELICIOUS. Some of the best falafel that I've had. Just your good old classic falafel that's incredibly tasty. You need to order this here! Hummus: garlicky and quite tasty. Above average hummus. Good portion size too. Zatar special flatbread: great vegetarian appetizer. Flavorful and refreshing. Biscuits and beef shawarma dish: good but not great, not a lot to be said here. Chicken shawarma dish: this was a yogurt based dish with chicken shawarma and chickpeas. I didn't expect it to be so heavy on the yogurt but my boyfriend really enjoyed this dish. He found it tasty and hearty. If you're in the mood for Lebanese food in Dallas or also a good ethnic restaurant in Deep Ellum, I would recommend this place! read more

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I had my bday dinner here tonight - the experience was amazing! We were tended to by Oz - thank you Oz for taking care of us from the customized drinks to the food recommendations :) Amazing food , drinks, and service!! read more

Zatar - Lebanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I loved this place. We just went to do the Lebanese tapas and not the hookah area. Our server was amazing and attentive! I believe his name was Marcus and he did a good job helping us narrow down our choices. We never had Lebanese food, so we needed a lot of help. Granted I'm not sure if I'd say I've had Lebanese food cause the ingredients and ultimate dishes seemed quite American, but no big deal because it tasted so good!! We also got the falafel, and I was never a big fan of them, but these were pretty good! So, I think they know how to cook well for an affordable price :) My favorite was the roasted cauliflower. I know... it's just cauliflower but oh my god what the heck. It was so crunchy and flavorful! Don't put too much lemon juice on it though, cause mine got a bit too salty. We also got this chicken dish, with a fancy name, but the white wine sauce was so goooood. Plus they give free naan so always a plus! Overall, id say this was such a random but good find and I'd bring my date here again and again! read more

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Not even enough store bought pita bread for the Horrible hummus, and the waiter wouldn't stop hitting on me and my girlfriend. The arak drink reminds me of a really watered down bad absinthe once. 1 star. read more

Zatar - Lebanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Place was empty on a a Friday evening..( some of which due to Covid). Decor was subpar. Patio looked run down, and the table we picked was wobbly. Waitstaff was nice. Portion sizes were not as they advertised. Long wait time for starter. We shared a mixed grill ($24).. asked for no rice and substitute for Brussels sprouts. Menu states serves 1-2 people. As you can clearly see from the picture it is portioned for one. Would not return here. Food was average. read more

Zatar - Lebanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Why do people keep rating mediocre places so highly? It's ok, but I've had a better food at lower prices.

This newcomer to the Deep Ellum neighborhood is showing off with its intense flavors, sharable plates and authentic entrees. If you're a fan of Lebanese food and don't want to drive to Richardson this place is filling the void and doing it well. A wonderful time to come is on Tuesdays during happy hour. (Tapas Tuesday). All of their hot and cold mezze is half off and you can reap the benefits of the drinks being on special, too. The plates are for sharing but they don't skimp on the portions. We got 5-6 mezze and were totally stuffed by the time we rolled out of there. We were delighted by the hummus duo (spicy and beet) and the muhammara served alongside fresh pita and a complimentary sesame sumac/za'atar dip. Next up was the fatayer, triangular spinach-filled pastries, moujadara croquettes, which are like lentil fritters alongside a mint sauce, and sambousek, most likened to a beef empanada. Finally we were served these shwarma filled tacos, the most fusion thing on the menu. The croquettes were heavy and dense. The fatayer was delicate on the outside and creamy on the inside, really tasty. Of course the sambousek were delicious, it's a little meat pocket. I had one bite of the tacos and thought they were really good, but had a lot of a garlicy aioli-type sauce which was a pretty overpowering flavor. All in all it was a wonderful experience. The server was also really wonderful, she did a great job. There was a guy busser who only ever filled up my husbands glass of water and only ever asked if he was okay. It was strange and felt very purposefully done. read more

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We went on a Tuesday night around 6:30 and it was nearly empty, though people started trickling in closer to 8. It was serendipitously "tapas Tuesday", and all of the hot and cold appetizers were half off. Some favorites included the hummus, warm pita, falafel, and Zatar fries. I thought the meat on the beef shawarma flatbread and the Kafka sliders was a little dry, and the grape leaves could have been filled more, but everything was such a good value so I'm not complaining too much! We shared 10 small plates amongst 4 people and were stuffed! The restaurant was really spacious, with an outdoor section for hookah and a fancier indoor section. Will definitely be coming back on the weekend when they have ~live DJs ~~ read more

Zatar - half of the menu-- hot and cold mezas half off on Tuesdays! - Lebanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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We came in to dine on a Saturday night. We had no trouble getting seated right away and the place was pretty quiet in general. Decor was minimal and sophisticated. Our waitress, Weave, was incredible friendly and helpful. The food was good but not particularly unique or special in any way. read more

Great Lebanese spot in Deep Ellum. Music and vibe is really good, and each dish has some really unique flavors. We ordered the sliders, taco trio, and the cheese cigars, and we are not disappointed. On a Saturday night at 8pm, they were buzzing and the energy in there was great. While hookah/drinks are available, we didn't get any, this time around. read more

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We came here a little while back to celebrate a birthday and I have to say this place just blew my mind! For an appetiser, we ordered the Muhammara. If you haven't had it before, it's a hummus like dip made with walnuts and red bell peppers. Absolutely diving! In addition, they brought plenty of pita bread and Zatar to the table. I promise you won't be sorry! For the entrees, we ordered the chicken wraps. It's tender and extremely flavourful. For dessert, we had the chocolate halwaa cake. To be honest, this wasn't my cup of tea. The texture seemed a little off from what I was expecting. What can I say? I guess I really would rather have a more traditional halwaa or a plain chocolate cake. The highlight of the evening, however, was the hats. If you're having a birthday, they give everybody at the table gets a Fez hat. Great for pictures. All in all, I highly recommend this spot for special occasions and cannot wait to come back here. read more

I've come here twice now for dinner and hookah. The first time we got the chicken kebab which was delicious. The second time we got the lamb Mac and cheese. While both of them were delicious separately we weren't sure about them together. The hummus is excellent! Now for the hookah. The first time I just got blue mist and the second time got ocean water (mix of blue mist and pina colada). Both times really enjoyed the hookah and they were very good about getting new coal at a timely manner. The atmosphere is also great because you are pseudo inside. Will definitely be returning for dinner, drinks and hookah! read more

Zatar - Hummus! - Lebanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

No way should humus be this salty. Really disappointing. Threw most of it away. Chicken inside the dish was seasoned well.

This place is open not closed as Yelp noted. However, this place doesn't look fancy like the pictures make it seem. It felt a bit dirty and we stayed from the quite place. Besides baba Ghanoush and tabouleh that was good the rest was tasteless :/ we ordered the humus which lacked flavor , the chicken shawarma wrap where chicken tasted bad and the rose water margarita which didn't taste like margarita but more like sugar water. Pretty disappointed and the waiter didn't even check to see why we didn't even touch our plates but was happy to just get paid . I would not recommend unfortunately. read more

We had a dinner for 10 people at Zåtar. The food was excellent and authentic! The service was very good and the bill was very reasonable!

Located in Deep Ellum. Very busy on a Saturday. Parked a short ways away and walked. Walked in and was greeted like I owned the place. We were seated and treated so kind. Ordered the Hookah and a small dish which was delicious. The hot tea and honey...I'm officially hooked. Totally the best Hookah spot! Just our style. The music was popping. Met great people. I learned how to Hookah yall read more

Zatar - My daughter thoroughly enjoy this spot now it's our Saturday night chill spot down - Lebanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Came with friends on a Sunday night and were promptly seated. The place wasn't busy but it took the waiter a surprisingly long time to get to us. After asking for a few recommendations we ordered the fish chips, hummus duo, Sujuk pie, and the Lebanese double decker burger. When the food arrived we still hadn't received our drink order and had to flag down another waiter. Halfway through the meal we realized the burger still hadn't shown up. After asking the waiter it eventually showed up towards the end of the meal with no explanation for the delay. The food itself which sounded amazing on the menu in reality was just mediocre. For some reason a majority of the items were cold by the time they got to our table. The fried fish chips weren't crispy and the cheese on the Sujuk pie had solidified. The burger while looking impressive had an overpowering taste of seasoning. It supposedly contained chicken shawarma and hummus but you weren't able to taste it past the seasoning. While it's possible that we just came on an off night, after this experience I unfortunately can't recommend coming here. read more

Zatar - Lebanese double decker burger - Lebanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Underrated for brunch - came around 12p on a Sunday and the place was practically empty. Cute interior. There's not a bunch of options on the menu, but still makes you think about what to get. I got the lamb & sweet potato hash ($13). I rarely eat lamb, so maybe I'm not a good judge, but the meat was tender. It comes with two eggs; they never asked me how I liked them cooked, but it was overcooked for my liking. One of the yolks was barely runny and the other was solid. Dish would've been better if the yolks were more runny. Mimosas at $2 and I don't think they offer carafes, but that's a steal with mimosas usually running $3. Friend got the Lebanese breakfast and that looked good. Would come back and try something else on the menu! read more

Hands down one of the best in DFW, food is delicious that you can't go wrong with anything on that menu. Can't wait to go back and try other things on the menu. read more

Lovely restaurant with cool decor, good food, friendly service, and a very authentic feel. My friend and I started our meal with the fish chips, which is basically fried sardines served with sauce. The fish was crispy and flavorful without tasting too fishy. I would totally get this again. We also ordered the falafels, but they were waaay too salty. We brought this to the attention of our server, and the owner (who seems super nice) came out to apologize and explain what likely happened. He then gave us a new order of falafels on the house, and they were just right. For dinner, my friend and I shared the aubergine salad (eggplant salad) and the upside-down lamb pilaf. Both were very good. And by the way, I loved the complimentary bread that came with our meal. Two thumbs up for Zatar. Will be returning here the next time I have a craving for Lebanese food. read more

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I'm not a fan of places that take 10 minutes just to find parking. I'd personally not choose Deep Ellum on a Saturday night but I was here for someone else's birthday. The food was good. Staff very good and friendly and attentive. Menu isn't huge, and the dishes are slightly "Americanized" but not super egregious. Pleasant dining experience, but personally out of my DFW radius. read more

Zatar - Lebanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Went for my wifes bday dinner and we were not impressed. The issues: 1. Gnats were flying around everywhere. On the walls. In our food. We told the waitress and she said she would tell someone, but never heard from her again. 2. The appetizers are small. Ordered some Hummus and they literally give 2 mini pitas to eat with it and they had black char all over it. 2. The lamb mac cheese was SWEET like a dessert!?? And had basically NO LAMB in it. Told our waiter and he didn't do anything about it. 3. Food is average and OVERPRICED. Fast food chain Halal Guys has MUCH better quality for cheaper. This place is a joke and the owners probably know they are swindling the misinformed public who for some reason rate this joke of a place so high. Stay away! Update: The owner private messaged me and basically called me a liar! read more

This restaurant was highly recommended to me by my friend from Syria, so I'll take his word that the food is authentic. My exposure to Mediterranean food has largely been limited to one particular restaurant over on Travis Walk, so I was happy to expand my repertoire by visiting this beautiful restaurant over in Deep Ellum! We started with the Hummus and the Baba ghannouj. They were served with warm pitas. Then we shared the chicken Shawarma plate. Everything was excellent! read more

Highly highly recommend this place. The owner is very nice and always tries to make sure that we are taken care of. The staff is representative of his spirit and have been nothing but kind, expedient and fun. The hookah is pleasant and they do a really great job of trying to ensure that quality is their hallmark. They do not mix hookah pipes so there is no residue of a different flavor in your smoke. They have a smaller selection than most but keep the essentials on hand all the time. The patio and interior are gorgeous, they have done a beautiful job of creating a relaxing environment where you can have conversations with your friends and not feel like you are being constricted. The furniture is new and fitting for their style. The bathrooms are clean and I do not hesitate to use them when the need arises. They have a fantastic selection of beverages ranging from alcohol to teas and coffees. Highly recommend trying out the Lebanese coffee. Normally you would think it's a regular product of the coffee bean but instead it's almost a tea blend with a light rose flavor and creamer. Surprising but delicious. Great place love the people, coming back again. Best place to get a hookah in Dallas. Close to uptown if you need to get there quickly from the bars. Parking is in the lots or on the streets! read more

Zatar - Lebanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

This place was amazing, the food, the drinks the service absolutely delicious. I really wanted to try the lamb and rice but they don't make that anymore. I didn't have time to try the hookah but saw plenty of people there smoking it. Will go back again for sure. read more

One of my favorite restaurants! I came here for dinner and then brunch the next day. Staff was friendly and the food was good. It's different than a lot of the food in Dallas and has so much flavor. I didn't know cauliflower could taste so good! And their brunch is so good! I got the lamb and sweet potato. The best combination of sweet and savory. Mimosas are really good and a decent portion. They fill most of the glass, I just drank most of it before I took a picture! read more

Zatar - Sweet potatoes and lamb and mimosa - Lebanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

A light airy space. Good selection. I had the Kibbet Karaz. Wonderful. And the Lebanese Cannoli which is similar to kunafa. Very good. Different cocktails from most other places and some good twists in familiars. Whatever it is they bring you to dip the outa in (zatar thyme cumin and some other things) is really really really good. Did I mention it was good? read more

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I ate here with the reviewer below, one "Annika B.", and I loved my meal. It was delicious. I would go back. 5 stars

We really enjoyed the food and the atmosphere! Been wanting to visit the place since they opened, they totally had me at their quinoa taboule salad !!! It tastes exactly how I make it at home ! Yum I would love to see more authentic dishes on the menu like kabobs and variety of Lebanese pies maybe in the future!! Overall the food was very flavorful and the service was awesome. read more

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SUPER CUTE & TRENDY hookah spot in the heart of Deep Ellum! You get great service, good drinks, great music, decent food and nice crowd! Definitely a go to spot on nights out if you're looking for something chill to do. The only reason I'm giving it a 3 star review is because it is pricey! It adds up on you and I've been to several spots and just feel it's not worth that much. Foods not really that good but I probably need to try more things! Also the hookah prices are insane for the add one that is! Even clubs don't charge that much for hookah and I'm from Houston where we hookah EVERY WHERE! Dallas is limited so that's probably why. Overall not a bad spot and is a must try that's for sure. Music is always poppin and weekends are crazy busy! Favorite server this is Saleh so make sure to ask for him he is great and his hookah is the best!!! It is a higher end spot so prices are ax psi's for to that. read more

We are visiting from Phoenix and stumbled upon this gem. We started at the bar with some fun cocktails--you can tell that a lot of thought went into crafting unique twists on classic cocktails. We had great service from Diana at the bar, and the music was hip and fun. We moved over to a table after several cocktails, and enjoyed cold and hot meza. My favorite small plates were muhammara (roasted red peppers, walnuts, pomegranate molasses), moujadara croquettes (lentils, caramelized onions with a perfectly crispy outside), and kibbet karaz (meat shell, pitted sour cherry, walnut, scallions). These dishes are perfect for sharing, and there were no disappointments. If hummus and pita bread is all that you know as a Mediterranean appetizer, now is your chance to branch out, and I'm sure you won't be disappointed! After nearly filling up on the small plates, we moved on to main dishes. My dining companion and I shared the moghrabiyeh, which is tender roasted chicken on a bed of Lebanese couscous and pearl onions. The Lebanese couscous is bigger than traditional couscous, and it has a nice hearty bite to it. This dish--again, like all of their dishes--was full of unique flavors. We also shared the Lebanese double decker burger. Although I wouldn't normally order a burger at a Mediterranean restaurant, the Lebanese double decker burger really hit the spot. It's a kafta patty (beef, onion, parsley, spices) topped with chicken shawarma, gruyere, grilled tomato and onion. The flavorful kafta patty combined with chicken shawarma will satisfy your taste buds. And don't forget to dip those crispy fries in garlic sauce! We finished the night with a chocolate bundt cake topped with pistachio ice cream, and halawet el jeben, which is cheese dough with ashta. Both were a nice end to a terrific meal, but I was partial to the pistachio ice cream and oozy, chocolatey bundt cake. Zatar is a must visit. The atmosphere is trendy and fun. The service is on point. And the main attraction--the food and cocktails--were delicious and perfectly executed. I can't wait to visit again when in Dallas. read more

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Just got back from eating here for the first time and had a wonderful meal and experience! Our waiter Sal took such great care of us. He had great recommendations and you could tell he was excited about the food! Can't wait to come back for more! read more

This is a place I tried because we needed a seat in deep ellum at a time when few were available. Service was top knotch... We felt are business appreciated and that our opinions mattered....Ordered: two apps hummus n stuffed grape-leaves.... a small plate n 3 wraps .... Everything was good just not great.... read more

Zatar is by far my favorite Lebanese restaurant in DFW. The quality is second to none and I'd argue it is better than many of the longstanding establishments serving Mediterranean style cuisine in Dallas. The food is flavorful and the menu is diverse. I have tried most everything on the menu and have always been pleased. The pita bread comes out hot and the hummus is excellent. The upside-down lamb pilaf is full of flavor and is one of my favorite dishes. The pilaf is seasoned perfectly and you can taste the distinct flavors as well as the quality of the dish. The shish Taouk and Rosemary lamb chops will not disappoint either. I've taken many friends here and they have all enjoyed the food and attentive service. The hookah is excellent and it's nice to have two sides to the restaurant. The patio is for hookah and relaxing and the inside area is quiet and more formal. It's a great blend depending on what mood you are in. I saw a few reviews saying the food wasn't good, I couldn't disagree more. If you think the food here isn't 5 star then you haven't tried enough Mediterranean to understand the quality of this place. Give this place a try, I'm there 2x a week. read more