Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Zaytinya

    4.0 (548 reviews)
    Open 6:30 am - 10:30 pm

    Zaytinya Photos

    Business Info

    ZAYTINYA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Trendy
    Romantic

    More like Zaytinya

    Recommended Reviews - Zaytinya

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Falafel
    Taylor K.

    I enjoyed the food here but the ambiance feels a bit sterile and the service was slow. I came for my birthday dinner and the whole dinner took over 2 hours. The falafel was delicious, and so was the meat platter, but just know the platter is really only enough food for 2 people. You will need to order multiple dishes here but with the prices it adds up quickly.

    Chicken wrap with complimentary side salad
    Kunyan X.

    The food here is like a slightly refined Mediterranean cuisine inspired by Turkish and Lebanese flavors. I like it better than a regular Greek restaurant because it has more flavors. I deducted one star because portion for a lot of dishes are too small for the price. Like each small plate of mezze is $12; the entrée octopus, is a small plate that you'd think it's an appetizer dish. Service is impeccable: Our server was patience and understanding. The spacious has a huge, spacious dining area that can easily accommodate large groups. The ambiance is warm and welcoming with higher ceilings. Downsides: Small portion. Only one bathroom for a huge space like this. Side note: I like there's an option to pay digitally by scanning a QR code. Tips are automatically added for a large party (I imagine 5+)

    half chicken
    Nina H.

    Had a great dinner with Zaytinya in NYC. I've been to the DC location before, had a chance to eat at their NYC location. Food is under the same quality. And we also ordered couple new items we did not tried before - the half chicken. All food is light, well-balanced, tasty, healthy. And I like the vibe of this restaurant, great service, great drinks, and they did not put main entree and light dishes together. We had a chance to enjoy the fresh from oven pita mixing with hummus, and other sauces combo. Their chocolate cake is also delicious, not too sweet and having Greek yoghurt ice cream with it. Super balanced! Had a great dinner with my sister, we talked and enjoyed full 2 hrs dinner experience. They did not rush everything and tell us to leave in certain timeframe. Super chill and relaxed that night. Will definitely come back again

    Stephanie D.

    I loved this restaurant when I first tried it in DC, so I was excited to visit the New York location. For some reason it did not hit the same for me. The bread came out cold and the dishes were not as flavorful or exciting as what I remembered from my first visit. The lamb was recommended by the staff, but the texture was a bit chewier than what I had in DC. It was still decent, just not as tender as I expected. The inside of the restaurant is very nice and they were able to accommodate a large group with no issues. The only con is that there is just one bathroom, so be prepared for a wait. Service was great and everyone was very friendly. Reservations were also really easy to make which I appreciated. Overall it was fine, but the DC location was definitely the standout for me.

    Lamb Burger
    Blake H.

    We had an amazing experience at Zaytinya! It was date night in the city so we chose Zaytinya for dinner and drinks. We had a reservation but didn't seem to need it as we got there at 5pm. We were immediately welcomed by the server and offered bread and we order a side of hummus! The bread was fabulous and we were continually served bread when we ran out with our hummus. I had the shrimp tapas plate which was very good but I'd suggest ordering it as an appetizer or a shared dish as it is quite small. The lamb burger was great and came with a side of fries. I'd definitely suggest this place for a date night as the prices are quite high. Quality for food is amazing!

    Starters Menu
    Shana T.

    Found this spot by random and loved it so much we had to come back a 2nd time and were not disappointed. We had reservations and ran late, but were able to get a table eventually. It's located in the Ritz-Carlton on the corner. The inside is very nice; however, it's a bit cramped with the seating. Everything we had was delicious, from the food to the drinks. The portions are a bit on the smaller side for some dishes, given the price, but still worth it. Eventually, I will try the whole menu at this rate, lol. Definitely one of my favorite Mediterranean restaurants to visit.

    Pide
    Jay G.

    Wonderful lunch for our first time at Zaytinya. Had many dishes, including the Labeneh, the Eggplant Pide, the lamb meatballs, Cauliflower and Brussel Sprouts and Lamb Pita. the best were the Eggplant Pide, and Brussell Sprouts. The service was very good, attentive and suggesting many dishes. Thoroughly enjoyed and will be back soon.

    Alex D.

    This is an absolute gem. Went to dinner here on Valentines day and I have to say, this place is precisely stellar at combing creativity, understanding of the cuisine, ambience and impeccable service. The food is delightful, small plates, expertly done, plated with care. How can hummus be amazing, when the whole city is filled with places where you can get hummus? Well, they do it better, season it better, take the time for the consistency to be perfect. I also liked prtakal salatasi, brocolini and octopus. Seared Salmon was like none other. I cannot forget their amazing drink menu with 3pm in istanbul and Ankara Rye Club being my favorite. Lastly but definitely not least, Jessica our waiter was instrumental in ensuring a higher level dining experience. She was friendly, guided us through the menu and made my son smile.

    Kataifi Roll,  tatai, rose water custard, pistachios, spiced cherry sauce
    Holly R.

    This review is for lunch Excellent iced tea, made from Tiryaki Çay black tea. Includes refills. First impression from the watermelon salad - skimpy portions, but delicious. Then the sandwich and cauliflower came out - much better portion size and also delicious. Service was very good; the servers worked as a team. From perfect seasoning, mouthwatering flavors to bright contemporary decor, I recommend this restaurant. Jose Andres seems to own Tin Pan Alley (NW corner of Broadway and W 28th St), at least the bottom of The Ritz hotel.

    Kseniya K.

    Came for summer 2025 restaurant week $30 lunch and was happy with the experience. Beautiful decor. Perfect for any kind of gathering, from business lunch to a romantic date. Gets loud during peak hours, so lunch and dinner times will get you to strain your voice a bit. Staff were courteous. My only complaint is feeling rushed. The plates were not even empty, as staff tried to whisk them away. Not a fan of such "efficiency" above guests' pace. Had one of the best cocktails of our lives: $22 "3pm in Istanbul" was superb. Perfectly balanced. Strong, refreshing, tasty, slightly tart & gently sweet. Definitely get this. I do not drink, but I would return just for this "3pm" at any pm of the day. From 2025 restaurant week $30 lunch, we had the brussels sprouts [substitution for asparagus], which was a perfect dish and my favorite of the entire experience. Big portion and soooo satisfying. That fennel really elevated the taste. Perfect crunch. Would return for this again. Watermelon feta salad was simple, tasty, not a standout, light and refreshing. For main, the chicken skewer had only three tiny pieces of chicken, which felt very underwhelming for an entre. The falafel wrap was big, but mostly wrap and cherry tomatoes, very little falafel. Came with a small fattoush salad. Chocolate sesame chip cookies to go were tasty.

    Pancakes
    Lauren P.

    Visited the Zaytinya for breakfast in NyC. Nice spot , great atmosphere. Service was attentive , clean restaurant. This is off the Ritz Carlton hotel. Food was solid. We were waiting for an appointment and stopped in on a Sunday morning.

    Sol G.

    The restaurant is very pretty and has a luxurious upscale ambiance. I personally did not like the flavors of the food, they were a bit too intense in flavor and boldness for my taste and leaned heavily on the vinegar and tangy side. Overall I felt the flavors of the food were not well balanced. We did the Christmas prefix menu. The lamb was slightly dry, and the dessert didn't stand out. The pita bread is really delicious. The highlight of the evening was the wine pairing -- the selections were excellent, and the sommelier was friendly, knowledgeable, and engaging. Our server also provided great service.

    Summer 2025 Restaurant Week Menu
    Zuobin T.

    When it's summer time, I find myself craving refreshing dishes of Mediterranean cuisines. Zaytinya fits the bill and offers a more refined experience than some cozy family-style restaurants you will find in other parts of the city. Despite being housed inside a Ritz Carlton, the dishes here are thankfully not outrageously priced. Our server was friendly and took time to explain the regular menu to us. We opted for the summer restaurant week menu and added an order of baba ghannouge. What I found interesting was that the baba ghannouge was served first, then the first course and second course dishes were served all at once. I enjoyed the spread a lot as it had a texture that's smooth and not too thick. The bread they served were more like airy crisps than your regular chewy pita bread, which contrasted nicely with the spread. For our first course dishes, we ordered the Brussels sprouts (they ran out of the roasted asparagus) and the watermelon salad. The salad, although refreshing, lacked presentation that I was expecting. The Brussels sprouts were either fried or baked at a high temperature that the leaves became as crispy as chips; which tasted awesome against the crema on top. For our second course, we ordered the chicken skewer (shish taouk) and the soujouk pide. The chicken tasted good but I was underwhelmed by the fact there were only four small pieces. The soujouk pide was like a pizza with sausage and runny egg. I loved how flaky the dough was; it almost reminded me of a croissant. At the end of the meal, we asked to take our tahini chocolate chip cookies to go as we were quite full already.

    See all

    20 days ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of J. A. G. Marketing

    J. A. G. Marketing

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    27 days ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    29 days ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew O.

    Matthew O.

    Helpful 22
    Thanks 9
    Love this 20
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Alyssa C.

    Alyssa C.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    17 days ago

    This place is beautiful and the service was amazing. However the food was just so basic and a flavor you can find at the grocery store.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Alyssa C.

    Alyssa C.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Alyssa C.

    Alyssa C.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Alyssa C.

    Alyssa C.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Alyssa C.

    Alyssa C.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 2
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 12
    Thanks 2
    Love this 9
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Alyssa C.

    Alyssa C.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 14

    Zaytinya Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Zaytinya

    Is this place Halal?

    they offer some halal meat, not sure if every item is halal though

    Do You have vegan options?

    Yes many

    View All 5 Questions

    Çka Ka Qëllue

    Çka Ka Qëllue

    4.5
    (296 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    Family-owned & operated
    Fine dining

    Food/drinks: Everything we ordered was really delicious! Want to come back to try other items on…read morethe menu, this was my first time having Albanian food Thought the bread that came with the dips was just okay cause it was dry but I'm not sure if that is how it's supposed to be Atmosphere: really cute and cozy inside, there is an outdoor back section that is also cute! Service: friendly! Servers explained menu and provided recommendations Price: as expected in NY

    I had a feeling that @ckakaqellue was gonna be good and it was! The aesthetic/ambience was really…read morenice and it was very rustic/medieval themed. It felt like you were transported to a cabin in the country side of Albania. The food was delicious and really good as well! I got the pepper dip which was phenomenal and the stuffed pepper rice dish. It tasted very authentic and I put the pepper dip onto the stuffed pepper rice dish and the combo was really tasty and flavorful. The food also came out really quickly and the service was fast, the workers were friendly and very accommodating. They constantly refilled our waters and I liked the shirts that the wait staff were wearing. When I went in, it wasn't crowded, but when I left the restaurant it started to get really crowded and lines started to form and there were big groups coming in. The price is moderate/kind of pricey, but it's worth it! Price: $36 Rating: 9/10

    Photos
    Çka Ka Qëllue
    Çka Ka Qëllue
    Çka Ka Qëllue

    See all

    ilili NoMad

    ilili NoMad

    4.1
    (2.9k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$$

    Gorgeous upscale dinner spot in midtown! We came as a group of 7 and were seated comfortably, lots…read moreof room within the restaurant. Great place to share several food items with a group. It was a little hard to hear and converse at times as it gets crowded, but the food was delicious and there are really unique items on the menu. Food: The duck shawarma was one of our favorites! The lamb and scallops were also flavorful and tender. The dips were delicious with the pita, but I wish the serving size for the dips were bigger. The fries were great - well seasoned! Also recommend the milky pudding, it was a nice refreshing way to end the dinner. Service: Our server was super helpful in letting us know what items are more shareable and his suggestions for cocktails. Definitely try some of the arak based cocktails. Vibe: Gorgeous interior, the mirrors and lighting really elevates the space and makes it a lovely spot for group dinners or dates.

    We went for Mother's Day brunch. When we arrived a few minutes early we did have to wait a bit. The…read morerestaurant had two floors, nicely decorated and cozy. We were lead upstairs to a table. There were 7 of us The seating was cozy but not cramped. We started with 7 family style small dishes: Hummus with Falafel Pops (chickpea purée, tahini, falafel, olive oil), Spring Burrata (roasted cherry tomatoes, toast, basil oil), Hamachi Crudo (passionfruit vinaigrette, citrus zest, cucumber, mint, sesame tuile), Scallops (carrot puree, serrano pepper, brown butter sauce), Tenderloin Skewer (zaatar chimichurri, fresh herb salad), and Shiitake Stuffed Grape Leaves (tomato coulis, yogurt foam, herbs). Everything was delicious. The hummus was well seasoned the falafel had a nice crunch. It went well with the warm puffy gyro bread that came to the table. The burrata was wasm and creamy. I love the vinaigrette on the fish. I ended up eating most of it. The scallops were the sweetest, most tender ones I have ever had. The tenderloin skewers were tender and well seasoned. I liked the grape leaves but the rice consistency was very soft almost mushy and you can barely tell there were mushrooms. There was barely any mushrooms flavor. Next we all chose an entree. I got the duck breast, my husband and daughter each had the beef tenderloin. The duck breast was smaller than i expected. The skin was nicely seared and very crispy but boy did it give my jaw a workout. It was done medium rare. It was juicy but tough. The small beef tenderloin was tender and smoky. The waiter poured the sauce over the tenderloin for added flavor. Finally dessert was a fruit plate with ice cream and pudding. The fruit was fresh and the flavors of the ice cream and pudding unique. It was a nice end to a good brunch. The price was a little expensive at $85 a person.

    Photos
    Ilili Restaurant NYC's outdoor dining
    Ilili Restaurant NYC's outdoor dining
    Brussels Sprouts
    Brussels Sprouts
    Glass of Chateau Ksara 'Blanc de Blancs' 2023 (~$17)

    See all

    Glass of Chateau Ksara 'Blanc de Blancs' 2023 (~$17)
    Sophra Grill

    Sophra Grill

    4.6
    (188 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    I ordered this on Postmates and I wasn't expecting a delivery with the best Turkish food in New…read moreYork City. I had ordered ala turka but its not authentic really. pI think that this might've been the best Turkish food in New York City. I've been to Turkey several times and this was one to one authentic and the lentil soup is the best I've had also, the rice pudding is wow. As far as the meal I ordered the lamb chops and it came with the rice with the rice was perfection. It was completely cooked better than any other rice I've had in a long time. I must say the lamb chops I would say was mediocre, but I mean the price is such a good price that it is kind of what it is. I mean one seemed to be overcooked. The other three was edible and tender. Sometimes there's just one bad item. I don't know, but I'm going to order again tonight and try it again. Let's give them one more chance of the lamb chops. It's probably the best lentil soup I've had since istanbul.

    Great Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern flavors in Murray Hill... perfect for take out or dining in…read moretheir restaurant where you can stare at their amazing desserts in the display case. Fast, friendly, yummy. From salads, apps (bababganush, hummus, muhammara, tabouli, etc.), gyros, pides and platters. Everything looks delicious. For take out I love their chicken gyro on home bread, with "white sauce" no hot sauce. $13.50 plus tax.

    Photos
    Lahmacun
    Lahmacun
    Hummus & Muhammara
    Hummus & Muhammara
    White Wine

    See all

    White Wine
    Turkish Kitchen

    Turkish Kitchen

    3.8
    (637 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$$

    Turkish Kitchen is my neighborhood mainstay, I can't even count how many times I've been over the…read moreyears. The birthday coupons are what had brought me in every year, but even though they stopped during Covid, I still enjoy visiting. My go-to dish is the Iskender Kebab - delicious slices of lamb with tomato sauce and yogurt over baked pita bread. I also enjoy the combination platter with dips - the baba ghanoush is delicious. The atmosphere is classy but down-to-earth. The cocktails are tasty. The service can be slow, but it means we are never rushed out. The prices are mid-high, but commensurate with the quality of food. I recently came with a large group, including kids. Service was welcoming despite the chaos. Our bread was frequently replenished and our bottles of wine poured. On top of that, we were given tastes of dessert & liqueur - such a nice treat at the end of a long meal. I especially appreciated that the head guy alerted us that gratuity was already added to the check. We had such a great time, that we opted to tip more! I was happy that my group had such a positive experience, and surely will continue to return.

    A group of my friends were in town, and we happened to pick this place just by walking down the…read morestreet in the area until we saw something that looked tasty. We could not have been happier with what we got for a place that we picked totally randomly. First of all, the place is popular and we did not have resos, but the staff were super nice and found us an open table that we could eat at as long as we put in our orders quick so they could get the table ready for a later reservation in an hour. Then the food itself arrived and was really delicious and well presented, just look at those kebab plates and dips! They also gave our group free baklava at the end I think just because they felt a little bad they had to rush us, which wasn't even their fault and was super appreciated. Also, the interior decoration is fantastic. The restaurant feels super classy and elegant. Great vibes for a date, a business dinner, or just a fancy dinner. Overall, easy 5 stars. Great food and amazing service. Oh and the wine was delicious too.

    Photos
    Turkish Kitchen
    Turkish Kitchen
    Turkish Kitchen

    See all

    Zaytinya - tapasmallplates - Updated June 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...