Zaaki, an Egyptian gem located at 1147 Commonwealth Ave in Allston, MA, has quickly captivated local food enthusiasts with its rich flavors and warm hospitality. Customers rave about the koshari, described as absolutely delicious and generously portioned, showcasing the restaurant's commitment to fresh ingredients and made-to-order meals. Reviewers like Susie Nimitpattana express enthusiasm for the friendly service, while Andrew Rosato highlights the tantalizing falafel and crisped onions that elevate the dining experience. The ambiance at Zaaki invites you to savor each bite, whether you're enjoying a hearty shawarma—a favorite among patrons—or the must-try french fries with zaatar. Victoria P praises the perfectly cooked dishes, noting the baklava as an essential dessert to complement your meal. Rose Tehrani echoes this sentiment, applauding the flawless texture of the falafel that strikes the perfect balance between crunch and moisture. Zaaki not only delivers on taste but also creates a welcoming environment, making it a delightful spot for both sit-down meals and takeout. With heartfelt recommendations from satisfied customers and a dedicated owner behind the grill, Zaaki is poised to become a beloved staple for anyone in search of authentic Egyptian cuisine. Don’t miss the chance to indulge in this culinary haven!
Amenities and More
Service options
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Offerings
Serves comfort food
Serves halal food
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Payments
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
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Reviews For Zaaki
Susie Nimitpattana
May 31,2025
Run, don’t walk to check out this place. Absolutely delicious koshari plates. Generous portions and everything was fresh. Really friendly service too. I wish this place existed sooner, we will definitely be back!
Andrew Rosato
May 24,2025
Delicious! All the food was super fresh and made to order. The falafel and the crisped onions were especially tasty. Great spot for a sit down meal, I would be prepared to wait a bit for takeout tho as it seems like it's just the owner cooking and he makes everything to order. Looking forward to my next visit!
Victoria P
May 3,2025
Sooo tasty and they are so friendly!!! The food was made fresh and flavored/cooked perfectly. The portion size is also perfect, if on the generous side. The baklava is not pictured but also a must-try. They are re-opening after having closed temporarily during Covid so definitely stop by!
Omar Alolayan
Apr 30,2025
Shawarma here is really good. The staff are very friendly and hospitable. The french fries with zaatar is a must try dish.
Rose Tehrani
Apr 17,2025
The food was super tasty and satisfying, and the staff was helpful and personable. The texture of the falafel was perfect (crunchy but not dry)! My friend and I had a lovely time here and we look forward to going back.
Neal Howland
Apr 3,2025
What a great place to stumble upon! We've been craving some yummy koshari since returning from Cairo earlier in the year, and we finally found it near home! They prepared it right on the spot. Friendly owner, nice location and amazing food. Brought back some wonderful travel memories, thanks!
Sheau Ng
Mar 26,2025
Fantastic middle eastern food, very friendly host and staff, small menu but what they have, they made it really really good, full-flavor, and exactly the reason you came in this small, but sunny and homey restaurant. Young owner/chef Ibrahim couldn’t be more welcoming and warm hearted. I had the beef kofta with rice; my wife had a falafel wrap. Both were exceedingly tasty and the portion generous. We bought some baklava to take home for dessert. I definitely would come back.
Melanie Ribeiro
Mar 21,2025
Chicken shawarma so good huge healthy ! The men are so sweet an fast will be back my job got them for an event so I do not know prices but it would be worth it !
Reviews For Zaaki