Za'atar Bake in Oxford

The food is very nice and the service is beyond excellent. I thank the employees Mohamed, Abdo and Majd for their good treatment

The food is delicious, especially the chicken Kabsa The restaurant atmosphere is nice and the staff are polite and respectful.

A lovely experience. Superb food, warm friendly staff and comfortable setting. Thank you for a great time! 😊

Absolutely fabulous food. So fresh and full of flavour. Staff were attentive, friendly and helpful. They spotted we'd brought our own wine and brought over glasses without having to ask. No corkage charge either. Excellent value. Would definitely eat here again.

What a fabulous place to eat! Friendly service and lovely food. The vegetarian Moussaka was very tasty, the Baba Ganoush had that lovely smokey flavour and the spinach flatbread was definately worth having. The portions are generous, so bring a friend and a good appetite!

We ordered two vegetarian meals and both were delivered with meat. The restaurant refused to have the right food delivered and they would not refund it either. As I am a vegetarian I have to go to bed hungry.

The music is very cheerful, but the sound is a bit loud (be careful when chatting); the food is pretty good (shrimp; sheep), you can give it a try

Fantastic experience celebrating last night 3 birthday parties of 3 friends with 10 friends. Food is delicious , well cooked , good portions, middle east cuisine, ambient exotic and vibrant...I truly recommend this restaurant .Thanks to the owner and to our waiter Abdul for making it an special night...!

Had a family birthday here, it was a really nice experience! Amazing food and great atmosphere! The staff really took care of us all. Tried pretty much everything on the menu (as there were 22 of us!) and the food was honestly so good, my personal favourites being the chicken maqloubah, chicken tagine and of course the spicy baba ganoush! The zaatar manakeesh is also very nice. I have also been in in the mornings before work and the coffees are really good! They use quality beans and great value for money, defo recommend having with the fresh baklava if you’re on the go!

The food was delicious and very reasonable

Zaatar bake offers an unforgettable experience of authentic Arabic cuisine. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and rich with Middle Eastern charm. The food is exceptional starting with the perfectly crafted mezze options, featuring velvety hummus and smoky baba ghanoush, to the succulent mixed grill, each dish is a celebration of flavor. The lamb Tagine was incredibly tender, and the baklava, with its flaky layers and sweet filling, was the perfect finale. The attentive, knowledgeable staff made the meal even more enjoyable. Zaatar Bake is a must-visit for anyone seeking genuine, delicious Arabic dishes and an exceptional dining experience.

The food was fantastic, the atmosphere was great and the service was brilliant. Not to forget the seating was very comfortable.

Great meal and service. Will definitely return

Great main meals, coffee, baclava. Very friendly staff and atmosphere. Just a really nice place. We keep going back here.

Up Cowley Rd to work. Bingo! Coffee. Bakery. Looks like I have to go in as it's so inviting. Cosy looking in a big way and once inside IT IS. Greeted with a smile and served excellent coffee at only £2.50. No fill it up with water. No oldy taste. Fresh, real coffee at amazing price. I'm going back to eat . The menu looks great. Super clean. I'm not rating the food so I have to return. The pasty was delicious and fresh. It's a tented camp in the Sahara feel. To Me.

This is an absolute gem of a place to eat on Cowley road. Using fresh ingredients, the choice of dishes are timely cooked to perfection 👌🏿 The service is warm, welcoming and friendly. The staff will always talk you through the menu if unsure and will will take time to talk however busy. Frequented by locals, visitors and passers by. The background music is just that, soft entertaing and in the background enabling you to hear yourself think. Take aways are available and sealed containers for your surplus generous portions. Highly recommended 👌🏿

Foods are great, so is the service and atmosphere. Not very large space for sitting in but otherwise highly recommend.

Amazing food and service. Well worth the hour travel!

Great place to eat. Food freshly cooked to order, so a bit of wait is needed. Service very friendly and warm. A great range of sweets as well. If I stayed longer at Oxford, I’d be a regular here. Prices are reasonable. Most importantly, very yummy!!

The service and the food were amazing, our daughter had a fantastic birthday meal celebrated at the end with complimentary baklava and drum solo.

Warm atmosphere, prompt service and good value for money.

Delicious food and nice stuff good for family 👪 Every time I visit this restaurant I enjoy a new meal on thier menu 😋 they are really creative man can test different burgers in special way baked in oven and they have the most delicious Mediterranean Arabic manakeesh specially the meat and chicken. Starting dishes I can give it five stars 🌟 and I advise you to try baklava it's amazing and tasty. It famous for his special occasion like birthday party or anniversary party the staff are clever and the atmosphere in the restaurant can change in one second all people will enjoy thier show between singing and dancing and let everyone sitting share that special moments which will be unforgettable. Every time of the day has special music and character so if you visit them in morning you will enjoy different music than night and it all cheerful and can change your mood directly so you can feel yourself in another world. I recommend it hardly if you haven't already been there give it a visit and wouldn't regret it 😉.

We haven’t visited for a long time but the menu is much the same and the food quality just as good…. I believe there is a new owner but the chef is the same… We had the kofta and the lamb tagine with the lovely fresh flatbreads… all just so tasty and the meat was well cooked and tender. We will be back on our next visit to Oxford.

Amazing food. Good value. Lovely staff. What an asset for Oxford!

This is our second time coming and we were equally impressed by the absolutely delicious food. The staff are very friendly and helpful.

amazing Shish and flat bread. Best mint lemonade

This is constantly a great place to take friends. Is probably my favourite eatery.

Lovely Restaurant I stumbled across whilst in Oxford, the food was delightful, customer service was great. Lovely decor in the place - well thought out.

We feel a lovely family time with great food and attention and In addition to the lovely music. Thank you!

Fantastic food, many choices, good service. I would like to eat here every week if that was possible.

We will never go anywhere else when we’re in Oxford again! This place is absolutely amazing - the staff are great and the food is absolutely delicious! Don’t miss it!

Outstanding food and great value for money

The food was excellent, fresh, tasty and authentic. Service was brilliant, it was a real treat. One of our favourite places to eat.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Zater Bake Restaurant, and it was an outstanding experience. The shawarma wraps and pie were absolutely delicious—truly some of the best I’ve ever had. The flavours were exceptional, making for a super delightful meal. The restaurant's decor added to the overall experience, with a warm and inviting atmosphere that made me feel right at home. A special thanks to the staff for their warm welcome, particularly Mr. Abdul, who went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit and will definitely be recommending Zater Bake to friends and family. I look forward to coming back again soon!

Homemade, warm künefe is a wonder 😋 So are the other specialties they bake, and the mezzes and mains. Hugely recommended!

ordered food to take out. lamb sheesh was a small portion size and it was tough and so hard to chew. it’s such a shame as i’ve eaten in before and it’s one of my favourite places in oxford .

One of the best restaurants in Britain, especially for breakfast. Various options for manakish and other dishes. Very delicious and I highly recommend it.

It is very good and the food is delicious

Exquisite North African food. The lamb was very tender and very tasty. The spices were perfect. It's worth a visit

Excellent food, super filling and tasty. Lovely atmosphere and family friendly restaurant! Waitress was very attentive and welcoming.

Food was absolutely delishous, prices are very reasonable and overall, it was a very satisfying experience 😃

Location: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Very recommended- as a round traveler I have stopped to have a very great bunch Adding: Great Labneh to the list Comfortable place, food, service and price are very excellent 👌 Thyme, labneh, shakshuka, baba ghanoush and oven bread

Delicious food, good value and the staff are SO nice. They were really kind to our 18 month old daughter, and we all had a lovely time.

A restaurant serving Arabic and Eastern cuisine in Oxford It is worth the experience

Absolutely wonderful ..beautiful ambiance ..scrumptious food and amazing service..highly recommended

Quality and quantity of the dishes were on point. And the service from the team was smooth. Freshly baked bread went well with other accompaniments! Would definitely go again! Thank you again for a wonderful experience. Wish you opened one in London 💪🏻 Keep it up!!

Went for breakfast here amazing, Muhammed was very friendly and recommended a fantastic dish, had to come back for dinner and even more amazing Ola was brilliant 11/10 for service, 12/10 for the food 13/10 for the atmosphere.. I have a feeling this is going to become a favorite of mine .. will definitely be going back .. probably tomorrow lol

Za’atar is such a unique place. The decor is beautiful and really gives you a middle east vibe and the food is absolutely delicious. Ive always been a big fan of baba ganoush, but this is the best baba ganoush ive ever had. The chicken shawarma is HUGE, I recommend one for 2 people if ordered with an appetizer.

Nice place, their food is very delicious..their service is great.. I strongly recommend it

The best Lebanese and Palestinian bakery and restaurant in Oxford! Mouthwatering Middle Eastern cusine with a decor and atmosphere to match it! Highly recommendable.

Food was good but they largely sold coke and coke-related beverages, so this must change, particularly for a restaurant that's lean on Arab/Islamic culture.

The best Mediterranean restaurant in town

Wonderful choice of food from Turkey, Greece, Syria, Afghanistan and more. Great quality food and lovely staff 😋👌🏻🫶🏻

Not used to leaving reviews, but this one deserves it! Excellent food and nice atmosphere & music. For sure the most tender lamb I’ve ever had!

The service is really terrible if you’re sitted outside, they don’t come out at all, you have to go in time and again to order, if you want something, etc! You’ll be waiting forever for the bill as well! If you ask for an extra something that would come quite unsatisfactory as well! Not really recommended when there are pretty good options to opts for in Oxford

I wouldn’t recommend the food, the food wasn’t that tasty for the price we paid. But it is okay for a one time experience.

the table was a bit uncomfortable as it was very low

Great food. Too loud music. Poor service.

Wholesome food, excellent portions, great Palestinian hospitality

An absolutely fabulous restaurant with the most delicious food I've eaten in Oxford. The atmosphere was great and reflects the wonderful and vibrant community of Cowley Road. 10 out of 10. Can't wait to go again!

Delicious, hot food delivered right on time

Spinach fatayer was very delicious Shish tawok is delicious Hummus, baba ganoush (served with bread) and fatoush salad are good too. The only thing that wasn’t a favorite was the sujuk and eggs fatayer. Friendly service and atmosphere.

The food was amazing, everyone loved their dish. Took baklava home and enjoyed the next day. Wish I lived closer and could go back.

Fresh, authentic and filling Middle-Eastern food. My friend and I were also looking for somewhere that doesn't serve alcohol and this place doesn't.

Lunch for 21 people, food was served hot and tasty. Service was also good.

This post specially to share how delicious their new English breakfast. We had different breakfast experience. Highly recommended! The portion was enough for my husband and I. The price include a cup of tea too.

The food was very tasty and great service, I can definitely recommend it. Anyway:)

Great place to meet with, or take friends.

Had a wonderful time with work colleagues..tried chicken maqloubah..very tasty, also hummus was great too!!

Would have been 5 stars but did not serve Alcohol. For us, this all part of the food experience when we eat out. Good menu choices and good food.

This is just the best restaurant ! We absolutely love it- the food is always fresh, feels healthy and is soo delicious. It is excellent value- I don’t know many places where you get such an incredible spread at very affordable prices. The restaurant has a very nice, informal and lively atmosphere. The staff are always friendly, warm and helpful, the service is swift. The music is sometimes a little loud, but staff always turn it down if asked. We try to make ourselves explore other Oxford places but always end up coming back to za’atar - our absolute favourite.

It was a good experience and good service. The food was okay, the tagine was more of a stew. Big sized portion.

Ordered 2 Raps one was Falafel and the other was supposed to be shish taouk. He gave me something that was I think beef / lamb meet it tasted funkie . No nice at all . Do you think I don’t know what is a shish taouk? I have been having it for years . What you gave me was not it ! Near again ! The food was not nice !

Stunning food, friendly service and genuine atmosphere. The mint lemonade was lush and we shared our mains - lamb Maqloubah and lemon chicken Tagine. We bought extra Baklava to take home! Can't rate highly enough and will certainly visit again next time we're in Oxford.

One of the best restaurants I've been to. Excellent service from the team, and we loved the Kofta meal, and the pie burger.

Arrived for our booking for 7pm with the restaurant about 40% full. We were asked for our booking and then attempted to be seated at one of those “table-come not tables” at the front of the restaurant. I asked if we can be seated at an actual table further in the restaurant however was told that the tables are booked. Bit puzzled, as i had also booked, did’nt realise you were able to book specific tables?! After putting up a bit of a fuss they seated us in the restaurant at a proper table. Nevertheless, the table next to us was vacant throughout our dinner. Go figure. Drinks arrived promptly, with the lemonades and milkshake nice. I had a 7Up- avoiding brands linked with a certain company, which was well stocked. For starters we ordered the trio hummus, which has presence, however lacks the promise of a tasty starter when eaten. The flatbreads served with them are hot and freshly cooked. Falafel was good as was the sweet potato fries. I ordered the chicken maqloobah whilst my wife ordered a chicken tagine. For the kids , however it was quite difficult with no defined kids menu. We settled on a chicken fateyah for the boys without sauce and not spiced which they were ok with. The separate rice for my rice-mad son never arrived. The food was tasty and with no complaints. With the subtle spicing of the chicken, and the flavours bold and vibrant. Wiuld have expected the chicken tagine, served in a tagine but perhaps they only do that in Morroco itself. The service was good, except for seating. Overall, food good, drinks limited, service good, hospitality open to question. A good restaurant but wouldn’t stretch to say the best or as sometimes described on TripAdvisor reviews.

Took a while for us to be able order although the restaurant was not very busy, then 1 main was delivered so we shared it until the other main was delivered (about 15 minutes). Food was very nice once it arrived, shame about the delay.

Authentic and delicious Lebanese food, highly recommend!! Everything was very fresh

Awesome food. Highly recommended. Their fresh breads are the best!

Everything about this place is magnificent. Caters for everyone and offers delicious and mouthwatering bites for both meat lovers and vegans

Sorry, going to buck the trend. As a middle Eastern family, we found the food average and expensive for what it was. The music direct from YouTube and loud so ads kept coming up which was distracting. Service generally good. Fresh bread. Otherwise, the Persian down the road felt more "authentic". And no, I'm not sponsored by them :)

Delicious food for vegans but noisy

Travelled from high Wycombe to have a family lunch here to celebrate a birthday as we heard great things from friends. It was a lovely meal with many options to suit children and varying appetites. The food was presented beautifully and the sweets were great. Would definitely come back again.

Great vibe, lovely food, and good service. We enjoyed the atmosphere in this place on a Saturday evening, the flatbreads were tasty and fresh from the oven. Quick service and friendly staff.

It was an amazing experience having such delicious food with excellent service and hospitality. Everything there was perfect, including the bakery items such as manaqeesh and fatayer, as well as the traditional Levantine dish of Maklouba (upside down). My family and I loved all the food.

Everything cooked fresh. Amazingly food at exceptionally reasonable prices. Not posh, but good honest friendly place to have a great time. And if you order too much, you can get a doggy bag. Baklava are amazing - tasty, crisp, and sweet.

Definitely will go back! Great hummus, flat breads, falafel and mint tea. Really friendly atmosphere and authentic food. Baklava looked so good that I bought some to take away!

We've had a poor experience during Ramadan on Iftar. Very limited variety and basic food offered. They were very slow replacing the empty plates in the buffet. The quality wasn't great either. I am not even going to comment on the poor service. Will never come back.

I have been to Zaatar Bake several times and every visit has been an excellent experience. The food is amazing and has a variety of Levantine/Middle Eastern flavours and mezzas. The service is fantastic, and the chef is very welcoming and nice. I especially enjoyed the buffet, which was very delicious and had many options to choose from. Everything is amazing and I highly recommend it to all to have this experience.

Unfortunately, left feeling much to be desired. The waiting staff have no idea how to serve customers. They are uninterested in their jobs and too busy not paying attention, (not sure they understood the job brief). I think age may be a factor as they all seem to be appear below in their teens. There was one waitress who kept noticing us constantly waving and coming over but the other teens werent interested. When teh food did come, it came with no tableware (no fork etc) and we had to then spend however long to wave them down. They seem to huddle around the cashier and definitely not pay attention to customers! The place is built on the premise of 'Arabian' style food, but they dont know how to even serve the food. This businesses key clientele seem to be people who dont know middle-eastern food and drink. The Kunefeh was 'ok' but definitely not fresh made as the name may suggest. Music was overly loud. This is what you get when you put teenagers in charge of running a business built on kitsch ideas of middle-easterness evoked by an oriental theme but miss the main point of what food and drink industry is. As you guessed will not again and will advise others not to.

I ordered maqluba, I have had it from many places, this one was the worst in terms of value for money, the quantity was too less. taste was average.

Great food, brilliant service - absolutely faultless - will definitely be returning

We were recommended by a person who lives in Oxford, we arrived and were greeted with a smile. The place is nice, it's clean, they have music. The dishes are well served, they have good seasoning, you serve yourself the water you want to drink. The girl who helped us was friendly. Fair prices for the portions and quality of the food.

Only wanted a light bite as we'd not long had some brunch. Ordered a selection of things to share and took leftovers home in containers they provided. Was lovely fresh food, great atmosphere and vibe and friendly staff. The mint lemonade at £4.99 might seem pricey but is totally worth it. One of the best drinks I've had in ages. Can't wait to return.

Delicious food, lively and welcoming atmosphere. Would recommend the maqlouba 100%, as well as the hummus and za’atar manakeesh. Looking forward to returning soon!

Great staff and deliciouse food I would recommend the homemade mint lemonade. Didn’t expect it to be as good as it was, they do takeout too.

We used to go there every week But not any more after last time , the food was totally changed is getting worse not as should be as manakesh or bake ……

Great food, vibe, service and prices!

What an absolute gem of a restaurant. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was so friendly and welcoming.

The food arrived much later than announced and was mostly cold upon arrival. The taste was okay but I don’t think I’ll order from here again.