Zaitoon Kitchen

Restaurants in Bronx, New York

4.6 (189)

Category	Restaurants
Address	2064 McGraw Ave, Bronx, NY 10462
Street	McGraw Avenue
Area	Bronx, New York
Phone	(347) 293-5576
Google rating	4.6 (189)

Hours

Wednesday	12–10 PM
Thursday	12–10 PM

About Zaitoon Kitchen

Zaitoon Kitchen is the Bronx’s first Afghan restaurant, bringing the rich flavors and warm hospitality of Afghanistan to New York City. Rooted in family tradition, the restaurant offers authentic halal dishes inspired by generations of home cooked recipes, blending classic Afghan cuisine with a modern, casual dining experience. Guests are welcomed like family, enjoying freshly prepared meals in a space that reflects the culture’s deep emphasis on generosity, community, and comfort

Zaitoon Kitchen is one of the restaurants listed in Bronx, New York. The business is registered at 2064 McGraw Ave, Bronx, NY 10462; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip.

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The business lists hours on 2 days of the week. The most common schedule is 12–10 PM. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. You can reach Zaitoon Kitchen at (347) 293-5576; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. More information is available on its website, zaitoonkitchennyc.com.

Customers rate it 4.6 out of 5 on Google across 189 reviews, placing it among the better-regarded restaurants in Bronx.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Jafor Ahmed a month ago

We had a great experience overall. The restaurant itself is beautiful everything felt brand new, spotless, and well maintained. The decor was unique and a nice change from what’s typically found in the area, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The service was excellent from start to finish, and the staff was attentive and friendly. For our meal, I ordered the chicken breast kabab with grilled vegetables, and my wife had the lamb shank. The food was flavorful, well seasoned, and cooked nicely. The standout dish, though, was the Afghan dumplings they were absolutely superb and easily the highlight of the meal. My only criticism is the value. While the food was good, the portions felt a bit small for the price we paid, so we left feeling like the meal didn’t quite justify the cost. That said, we really enjoyed our visit and would definitely come back especially for those incredible Afghan dumplings. If the portion sizes were a little more generous, this would easily be a 5-star experience.

Samina Chowdhury 3 months ago

Zaitoon is bringing the rich flavors of Afghanistan to the Bronx with homemade dishes, traditional recipes and a beautiful atmosphere that transports you straight to Central Asia. The crispy bolani and mantoos are an absolute must order. For the perfect introduction to Afghan cuisine, order the mixed platter featuring chicken tikka, lamb tikka, and beef kofta. The juicy lamb chops are another standout dish you won’t want to skip. They also offer refreshing mocktails and even a matcha bar with three unique matcha options to choose from. Such a great addition to the neighborhood!

Maryam Haque 5 months ago

Wonderful Afghan meal, will definitely be back! We visited Zaitoon Kitchen yesterday with the family and had a fantastic experience. The staff was incredibly sweet and welcoming. They even gave us a complimentary mocktail on the house – such a nice touch! The food was delicious and portions were generous. We tried the kofta and the grilled tikka, both served with perfectly cooked brown rice, caramelised carrots, and raisins– absolutely delicious. The salad was refreshing, and the baklava was a perfect ending (great texture and sweetness). Highly recommend this spot for authentic Afghan flavors and a family-friendly atmosphere. Can’t wait to go back!

Farhana Moumi 5 months ago

The food was really good. The atmosphere was very warm and welcoming. I really liked their small traditional Afghani corner—it gave an authentic Afghani feel. I had the mantoo with ground chicken (10/10), chicken chapli kebab (9/10), beef kofta kebab (9/10), and qabuli rice (9/10).

Muhtasim Alam 5 months ago

I went there again, and honestly, it was just as amazing as before. The food is so good—everything tastes fresh and full of flavor. I also really loved their mocktails; I tried almost all of them, and each one was unique and delicious. The service is excellent—staff are friendly, quick, and very attentive. The decoration is beautiful too, with a really nice vibe that makes you enjoy your time even more. I’ll definitely keep coming back!

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