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Za'atar

Middle Eastern Mezze, Vegan Plates

Worth ordering: Mezzenamed in 8 reviews

Add extra bread if you order the mezze plate; one reviewer suggests pairing it with the Habibi dish, too.

Vegetarian

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Top tips

  • Try the vegan sharing platter; several reviewers recommend it, and one says it can be a generous meal for two.
  • Good to know: Arrive early or be prepared to wait: the restaurant is small, has limited tables and may not take reservations for smaller parties.
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  • Try the aubergine pita or pita with hummus and mushrooms.
  • Try the house-made lemonade and fresh loose-leaf tea.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Pitanamed in 5 reviews

People also mention eggplant pita, cauliflower with tahini sauce and dolma.

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Also juice, lemonade, muhammara, bread and falafel.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for cozy atmosphere, friendly service and good value.

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Also praised for generous portions, attentive service, lively atmosphere and beautiful interior.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, coffee, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Za'atar serves Levantine mezze, falafel and pita in a small, homey room with counter ordering and self-serve drinks. Vegan sharing plates and a vegan lunch plate are recurring picks; a 2025 review puts lunch at about €15 per person before drinks, though some diners find the flavors mild.

Vegan menu

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Za'atar · dine-in · 1 dish

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Twijnstraat 75, 3511 ZJ Utrecht, Netherlands

Opening hours

Monday
17:00–21:00
Tuesday
17:00–21:00
Wednesday
17:00–21:00
Thursday
17:00–21:00
Friday
12:30–22:00
Saturday
12:00–22:00
Sunday
12:00–20:30

the food

4.4 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
  • Good atmosphere
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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
chickpeas
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