Delicious food, generous portions and warm hospitality. We are so glad we stopped in.
Sarah P.
Wonderful food and even nicer people. Spent a weekend in the Utica area and decided to stop here for lunch. We felt like we were having lunch with family. Everyone was so kind and friendly. Ended up ordering the lamb gyro and the salad with chicken shawarma. Both dishes were delicious and very fresh. The owner, Layla, offered us coffee that was rich and tasty. It is very difficult to replicate the kind of service you find here. We would not hesitate to come back again if we were in the area.
Dnrothx
Do not be deceived by its unassuming entrance and location. Once you enter, you are warmly welcomed by the staff and they guide you through your meal as to how they'll bring out appetizers and then the main dishes and so forth.We gorged ourselves on hummus, a gyro and kebabs. Everything was quite good.When in Utica, I'd highly recommend this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rene A.
A small group of us were in town for work and it also happened to be one of my coworkers birthday. We found Zeina's cafe on Yelp and it came with high recommendations, and we sure found out why! The owner and staff were amazing, friendly, loving people who make you feel at home just stepping in. The food is INCREDIBLE, fresh, delicious and huge portions! The owner, Layla, is a ray of sunshine and brightens the room! Layla made us complementary Turkish coffee and baklava...even giving us covers for the adorable little cups! Anytime we return to Utica, we will be lunching here!
Jennifer Delnero
I have dined in and also ordered to go from here before. Delicious food, large portion sizes, and reasonable prices. The staff are so friendly and helpful! This is my 3rd time within the past couple of months and the quality of the food is consistent. I came in on a cold and snowy day and the lady offered me soup to try for free to warm me up and it warmed my heart as well as my body. Will definitely be a regular here for sure and am recommending to all my friends and family! Really kind people work here and family run so I definitely want to support as much as possible!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alyce Basil
Excellent food. Enjoyed everything we ate and will definitely be going back to try more stuff. Love that they label for allergies.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steven O'Neill
I usually do not make comments. However, we have been coming here for about three years and are in LOVE with this place! They are kind and happy to see you. They are very welcoming. The food is ridiculously fabulous. Fresh, fast, and tasty, large portions for a great value. We are so thankful for your amazing food, service, and amazing coffee. Thank you so much! We look forward to our next time. On another note, the owner was so aware that we were ordering a ton of food for leftovers for the next few days. She is a very smart woman!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gyros
Meg L.
Great locally owned Lebanese food. Great service. Get the garlic fries - you won't regret it
American girl
Been going to Zeina's Cafe since Albert opened ,He also came to my workplace weekly at The polish community club where I bartended & honestly his food deserves more than 5 ? ⭐ ? ? ? ✨ STARS...So fresh,So good,So reasonably priced...Everyone loves Albert & his staff GREAT PERSONAL SERVICE....Also been to his Son's place in New Hartford, We love this family & their food....All sent with love....Kid-friendliness: We love Zeina's &family &staff....Always great food,with a loving atmosphere
Food is always delicious. Staff is very friendly and quick
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gyros, Salad
Gina Beck
This place is an absolute gem! The owner and his family are so warm and inviting that we felt like family too. The food was absolutely delicious. Can't recommend enough! 10 stars ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Kafta and Chicken Shawarma Mixed Gyro, Gyros, Kafta with Salad, Falafel Gyro, Shawarma, Shawarma over Rice, Baklava
Jack O'Brien
Great food, even better service and atmosphere from the whole family. My friends and I came in August on a bike tour and the whole team wanted to hear about our trip, even going so far as to load us up with candy pita, tabouli, and hummus for the road. Highlight of the tour for sure! Can't wait to go next time I'm in Utica.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Janice B.
Zenia's cafe always had the best food ever! The owners are the nicest people ever and always have fresh meals: well prepared that come out quickly. We loved our meals and will be back!
John S.
Amazing food and wonderful staff. Very friendly and always happy with the meal. The location is convenient and lots of parking
Delicious food, generous portions and warm hospitality. We are so glad we stopped in.
Wonderful food and even nicer people. Spent a weekend in the Utica area and decided to stop here for lunch. We felt like we were having lunch with family. Everyone was so kind and friendly. Ended up ordering the lamb gyro and the salad with chicken shawarma. Both dishes were delicious and very fresh. The owner, Layla, offered us coffee that was rich and tasty. It is very difficult to replicate the kind of service you find here. We would not hesitate to come back again if we were in the area.
Do not be deceived by its unassuming entrance and location. Once you enter, you are warmly welcomed by the staff and they guide you through your meal as to how they'll bring out appetizers and then the main dishes and so forth.We gorged ourselves on hummus, a gyro and kebabs. Everything was quite good.When in Utica, I'd highly recommend this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A small group of us were in town for work and it also happened to be one of my coworkers birthday. We found Zeina's cafe on Yelp and it came with high recommendations, and we sure found out why! The owner and staff were amazing, friendly, loving people who make you feel at home just stepping in. The food is INCREDIBLE, fresh, delicious and huge portions! The owner, Layla, is a ray of sunshine and brightens the room! Layla made us complementary Turkish coffee and baklava...even giving us covers for the adorable little cups! Anytime we return to Utica, we will be lunching here!
I have dined in and also ordered to go from here before. Delicious food, large portion sizes, and reasonable prices. The staff are so friendly and helpful! This is my 3rd time within the past couple of months and the quality of the food is consistent. I came in on a cold and snowy day and the lady offered me soup to try for free to warm me up and it warmed my heart as well as my body. Will definitely be a regular here for sure and am recommending to all my friends and family! Really kind people work here and family run so I definitely want to support as much as possible!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent food. Enjoyed everything we ate and will definitely be going back to try more stuff. Love that they label for allergies.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I usually do not make comments. However, we have been coming here for about three years and are in LOVE with this place! They are kind and happy to see you. They are very welcoming. The food is ridiculously fabulous. Fresh, fast, and tasty, large portions for a great value. We are so thankful for your amazing food, service, and amazing coffee. Thank you so much! We look forward to our next time. On another note, the owner was so aware that we were ordering a ton of food for leftovers for the next few days. She is a very smart woman!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gyros
Great locally owned Lebanese food. Great service. Get the garlic fries - you won't regret it
Been going to Zeina's Cafe since Albert opened ,He also came to my workplace weekly at The polish community club where I bartended & honestly his food deserves more than 5 ? ⭐ ? ? ? ✨ STARS...So fresh,So good,So reasonably priced...Everyone loves Albert & his staff GREAT PERSONAL SERVICE....Also been to his Son's place in New Hartford, We love this family & their food....All sent with love....Kid-friendliness: We love Zeina's &family &staff....Always great food,with a loving atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Falafel Gyro, Lamb Skewers, Shawarma, Tabouleh, Shawarma over Rice
great food and nice people to have a dinner with reasonable prices the best mediteranean food in the area. Utica resident
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Food is always delicious. Staff is very friendly and quick
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gyros, Salad
This place is an absolute gem! The owner and his family are so warm and inviting that we felt like family too. The food was absolutely delicious. Can't recommend enough! 10 stars ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Kafta and Chicken Shawarma Mixed Gyro, Gyros, Kafta with Salad, Falafel Gyro, Shawarma, Shawarma over Rice, Baklava
Great food, even better service and atmosphere from the whole family. My friends and I came in August on a bike tour and the whole team wanted to hear about our trip, even going so far as to load us up with candy pita, tabouli, and hummus for the road. Highlight of the tour for sure! Can't wait to go next time I'm in Utica.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zenia's cafe always had the best food ever! The owners are the nicest people ever and always have fresh meals: well prepared that come out quickly. We loved our meals and will be back!
Amazing food and wonderful staff. Very friendly and always happy with the meal. The location is convenient and lots of parking