Zuzu in Islington - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Went here on a Friday evening, it wasn’t busy but was still quite early. It had recently changed management, staff were very welcoming, service was attentive. I went for the mixed grill, portion size was good, and the food tasted very good. Grilled chicken, lamb and kofte. Came with rice, salad, chargrilled pepper, and extremely tasty chilli and garlic sauces. We were sat near the door and several people came in to get a takeaway, and the door kept being left open, which was very annoying as it was a cold day. I felt they were trying to be a restaurant and a takeaway and not hitting the mark at either, a shame as the food was very tasty.

My partner and I had lunch at Zuzu on a Saturday afternoon. First thing I noticed was that the selection on the menu had decreased since they first opened. We were there for meze dishes and I ordered three cold and three hot. The service was pleasant but slow. There were several problems with the food - the tabbouleh had sand/grit in it suggesting something hadn't been washed. The falafels appeared to have a concrete coating they were so hard. The behruti hummus was bland and, with the exception of the salt and pepper squid which was nicely cooked, the rest of the food was only OK. We sent back the tabbouleh which was taken off the bill. We were offered a mint tea on the house and were given two baklava each when we requested the bill. We had to request the bill a second time and when I went to pay I was asked to give cash instead of using my card... I wasn't in the mood for an argument so we paid cash. The waiter took our money but didn't return my change which I had to ask for. It was only eighty pence but I had paid the service charge and felt the meal wasn't really value for money. Very disappointed as we had enjoyed great hospitality and great food in the opening months of this restaurant

The owner of this restaurant is very friendly. When I first came to Zuzu they weren't accepting card (they do now, don't worry!) and I forgot to bring cash, so I had no way of paying. He said I could come back and pay the next day, and I did! Incredibly kind of him. They offer complimentary nibbles with every meal, and it's one of my favorite things about the place. The mixed grill is particularly tasty, and the portion size is generous. I can never finish the whole thing! Reasonable prices as well for the food.

Met my brother on Holloway Road for a quick dinner and ended up going to Zuzu. This restaurant is just up from Tollington Road and should be alot busier than it was. Friendly greeting when we walked in that should be the norm but hardly ever happens. Anyway the 2 of us sat down and quickly went through the menu. Full of classic Middle Eastern - Lebanese dishes for both meat lovers and vegetarians. Went for the hummus to start which was a generous bowl of tasty hummus, warm pitta and a few dips. Just right to start. I went for the chargrilled lamb cutlets and rice and salad - another generous plate with 3 good sized cutlets well cooked with the fat crispy and flavored by the coals and the meat tender. My brother went for the Mansaf chicken which was half a grilled chicken with a sweet sauce and a mound of saffron rice (I think that was what the rice was cooked in). Both meals very good. Went for the Sangiovese wine which was ok and a reasonable price. When I come here next, think I'll go with the Lebanese wine that was on the short list. That's the only thing I would change as be very happy to eat the same meal. Finished with an espresso and some baklava.

Very warm welcome couple with attentive services the whole night during our dinner. Food was delicious and arrived fast. We had the lamb shank slow cooked and the lamb skewered. Staff was friendly and topped up our bread and dips without asking. Would recommend this place and for its food and great service.

Went here last night for our works Xmas meal. The food was great and really tasty. A lot to choose from. The hot and cold memes were lovely. Only letdown was the lack of choice of wine, but other than that it was great. Recommend giving it a go.

A friend who lives locally treated me to birthday lunch here recently - and it was great. They are now well over a few teething problems when it opened and I'll certainly be going back there. Not too busy on a weekday lunchtime, so no problem getting a table - although they deserve to be far busier, so don't assume this will stay the same! Very friendly and helpful service, starting with our freshly made fruit juices: the waiter was very apologetic that he couldn't provide the freshly squeezed melon juice - the melon wasn't good enough, so it was temporarily off the menu. I take this as a very encouraging indicator of their commitment to good, fresh food. So we both had the carrot, apple, orange ginger drink: generous serving and delicious - fresh fruit, and each flavour discernible. Go for it! My friend's vegetarian and we had an excellent mixture of the hot and cold mezze - hummus beiruty, batata harra (sort of middle Eastern patatas bravas), halloumi meshwi and foul moudamas (tasty broad bean dish - despite the name!). Portions were generous and very well made. Sharing these four filled us up, so no room for dessert, unfortunately - I was sorely tempted by the baklawa and mohallableh (creamy pudding), but good sense prevailed. Overall, a delightful experience - and an excellent birthday treat. Very highly recommended!!

When we arrived we was early for our booking but they was able to seat us, as it was a lovely cool evening we sat outside. The waiter was very quick and efficient, we didn’t have to wait long before we ordered our food and drinks. There was a belly dancer inside the restaurant, which we could also see from outside. When our food arrived we wasn’t disappointed, the starters and the mains was delicious. We both had the lamb cubes with rice and salad, it was so tasty. We loved visiting this restaurant and would recommend booking as we did (online) as it is very popular and busy. Staff was lovely and friendly, facilities was very clean. Overall a lovely place.

Fantastic Lebanese... so good I visited twice in a week. Fantastic service. Fresh and aromatic food (get the mixed grill)! I’ll be back v soon.

This is my second time going to this restraunt, both experiences was awful. First time my food arrives 1h 30min late and it was the wrong order. Me and my sister ended up leaving.They also tried to charge us £25 for for 2 drink and a small starter which arrivee roughly 40 minz later. All the customers that came after got served before us. The second time at this restaraunt my sister ordered fresh apple juice which tasted so bad and off definatly was not apple juice. My food i spat right back out as it tasted off. Chips were overly salty. Never again. They just can't cook. Paid for rubbish food by far the worst restaraunt ever

Welcome addition to Holloway - kind and friendly service, fantastic tastes in the starters, wraps and kebabs, all freshly prepared and with fruit and alcoholic drinks and cocktails to match. You can watch the chefs prepare and cook on the glass screened brasa without being smoked out. And proper prices too! Finished off with delicious complimentary mint and Chinese spiced tea - so good it almost makes you feel you’re sitting alongside a French Boulevard and not the Holloway Road!

Had two fantastic meals in Zuzu during my time in London. Fresh, authentic food; really tasy and such friendly staff. Can't wait to return :)

I just came back from a long day trip in brighton and finally managed to try zuzu Lebanese restaurant. Food is fresh and very tasty. The decoration is spot on and the staff friendly and child friendly. Got take out this time but will be back to eat in. The hot sauce side dip is super tasty even if you dont like heat you will be tempted. Portion size is good.. although im a rice fiend so may order extra.

Popped in on whim after football and was greeted warmly . I was impressed by the decor and layout This has clearly been an expensive project. There were two other tables occupied and many empty The three of us ordered almost immediately one lamb kebab and two chicken kebabs the bread and chilli sauce arrived quickly and was very well presented The restaurant became busier but not fully occupied. Our food then took a long time to arrive and when it did the lamb was burnt on the outside and over cooked my two other family members were unimpressed with their chicken When asked how the food was I gave an honest appraisal and to the owners credit he offered to give me a replacement meal which I declined . He supplied some complimentary drinks and gave me a card promising me a free meal should I return and he was very gracious I have seen previous reviews and it would seem that I have been unlucky Would I return? Probably not as this area is awash with similar restaurants including Gem in upper street (lamb cooked pink) I wish zu zu well as it is clearly a hit with other reviewers

The food here tastes like it does in the middle east. It's really very good! The chicken kebabs are amazing!

Came here on a whim after a game of squash in search of something delicious to eat and a refreshing cold beer. Everything which came to us was lovely, but the star of the show has to be the chicken livers! They were one of...

We were very impressed with this new Lebanese restaurant from the minute we arrived. The service from all the staff was incredibly warm and friendly, the decor/ambience was wonderful and the food was delicious. Nothing was too much trouble. Our young children especially loved the...

I really wanted this to be good as I love Lebanese food. We ordered 2 shawarma sandwiches along with some fries and an aubergine dish. Firstly everything bar the aubergine dish was ice cold, I know it’s takeaway and I did expect it to have...

Went here with my girlfriend last night, the food was amazing and the staff were incredibly warm and friendly. The atmosphere inside the place is great, nice simple decor, good lights and the smell of coals set the mood nicely.

My wife and I and friends had dinner at Zuzu. Zuzu is a new Lebanese Restaurant on the busy Holloway Road. The decor within the restaurant is very warm and inviting just like the staff. We all really enjoyed our food. The service was very...

This food is delicious. Would highly recommend. Love love love. Can’t wait to return. I had the falafel wrap.

Great little addition to Holloway Road...the food is really delicious and the juices are great and there is a decent selection of alcoholic beverages...I was there with my baby nephew and the staff were lovely to him and us.

We are local and just got around to trying this relatively new place. Clean, comfortable and inviting, the staff were very welcoming. Service was fast and the food is great and reasonably priced too. We will be returning soon.

A new and very welcome addition to the restaurant scene in Holloway. Visited on a Friday night without booking. Very lively atmosphere, delicious food and attentive and friendly staff. Shame we don’t live there, we would be visiting constantly. Would be excellent for lunches too...