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    Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe

    4.3 (75 reviews)
    InexpensiveItalian
    Closed 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Z'MARIKS NOODLE CAFE ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Stephanie D.

    okay believe it not the z'asian was very good. sweet and JUICY. the combo was quite economic and proportional for the price. good deal. very nice mac and cheese size and cheese pull. the z beer cheese soup was way too cheesy i really don't know what i was expecting but fr it was not that good. the pasta was solid tho! and i dipped my mac and cheese in the cheese soup so it was fine. good vibes and lights, and nice staff.

    Nothing to knock on quality, food tastes great, and pick up order ready on time. But this is what they deem $3 worth of chicken.

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    Kristyn M.

    Came in at about 11:20 for a quick lunch. I wasn't really feeling the noodles today, so I decided on the Caesar salad. The order was placed to a very cheerful lady behind the register. She gave us our number and we grabbed what we needed and took a seat. Since we both got salads they come out rather quickly. Everything was accurate and we both got half sizes everything was perfect for our quick lunch. The restaurant was clean and well lit. They were slow when we had arrived but by the time we got done with our lunch there was a waiting line to order. I think I might have to come back and try the jalapeno bacon mac that was on the sign. Looked like it was not a permanent item, so we shall see.

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    John H.

    Very good, fresh, and tasty food at reasonable prices. We met our daughter and granddaughter there for lunch as it is very kid and adult friendly. Order at the counter and stop on the way to your table to fill your drink and your food arrives at your table a few minutes later. The daughter and granddaughter got the big penne, which is a more basic pasta tossed with butter and topped with cheese. An adult and kid favorite for them! I went for the chicken fajita bowl and substituted brown rice (at no additional charge). It was a nice combination of veggies and flavor, and the chicken was moist and tender. For my taste it needed a bit of spicing up, and while I prefer Tabasco, they had a zingy hot sauce on the table that accompanied the flavors quite well. My wife got the Veggie Tuscana, which is a nice mix of fresh veggies and a sprinkling of cheese. She enjoyed it but thought she maybe should have opted for some chicken or other protein which is available for an additional charge. The only other thing she wished for was that they had a whole grain option for the pasta. Otherwise, it was exactly what she expected and very tasty! Busy place, so you may wait a few minutes at lunchtime, but they were quick to get the food out and the staff was friendly and helpful.

    Andrea T.

    I have been to Z'mariks a handful of times now, both for lunch and dinner. My verdict is always the same. Is the food good, sure. Is it great, no. Lunch time always seems to be very busy and then dinner is much slower. I find myself struggling to find something I really want when I go. Half the time, I fall back on the Mac n cheese. Sure they are quick and editable, just not my favorite.

    Half and Half with the Lemon Sauté and the Greek Salad!

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    My mom and I ordered 2 pestos. I am sad to say we received terrible, no good and smelly vegetables. Unfortunately we will not be returning.

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    Great food with exceptionally highly qualified owners. My definition of how to achieve a powerhouse business model

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    Always a five star meal. Quick, always friendly and healthy option for busy families. We love Zmariks!

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    Love this place, I come here all the time for dinner and have never had a bad experience.

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    Love this local spot! Haleigh M has great customer service and made our experience great from the start!

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    Love the home cooked pasta dishes. Especially the Mac & cheese. Friendly servers and fast service makes for a great family experience.

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    Absolutely brilliant food, my favorite is the pesto, with red pepper tomato soup. Would definitely recommend.

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