A Middle Eastern restaurant specializing in cold and hot mezzes (small plates to share), kefta brochettes (minced lamb, nuts, onions and spices), various meat and poultry dishes as well as vegetarian specialties. Weekend brunch.
Kazamaza is viewed as a bustling, welcoming spot for Lebanese and Middle Eastern flavors, offering generous portions, a wide mezze and main lineup, and solid value. The food is repeatedly praised for authenticity and bold spices, with standout dishes such as hummus, fattoush, baba ganoush, kafta, lamb shank, rekakat cheese rolls, and kebbeh; the cocktail list and Arak options also get mentions. The atmosphere is described as cozy and lively with warm decor, though it can be very noisy and seating tight when busy, and online reservations or table arrangements can be confusing. Service is often highlighted as fast, attentive and friendly, but a few experiences report slow or impersonal service and limited knowledge on dietary needs, plus occasional issues like cold pita or uneven portions and, in rare cases, hair in a glass. Despite these inconsistencies, the overall impression is a memorable, shareable dining experience with flavorful, well prepared food and good value that makes many diners eager to return.
We made reservations on a Friday night & still had to wait to be seated almost 30 mins later. There seemed to be only 1 waiter for the entire restaurant & he was busy so we didn't get served any water or asked to put in our orders. The food was great but service was too slow.
Aug 26, 2023
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Absolutely fabulous, reasonable price. They appeared to be short staffed but who isn't these days. Lovely to see the quality maintained after all these years. Chapeau!
The food was excellent! Every dish was well presented & delicious. Very authentic flavors. Can't go wrong with any plate ! If you can do something about the acoustics inside, it would be much appreciated!
Un excellent restaurant de quartier, à tous les égards. Service & nourriture constants de visite en visite, toujours alignés ou au-delà de nos attentes.
2nd visit there . The meat kebbeh are the best I have had. My friends had the same opinion. Your gin basil is really good.
We were however very disappointed in the shrimp. Over cooked & very dry. They seemed freezer burnt.
Nous sommes arrivés avec quelques minutes de retard (mais nous avons pris la peine d'en aviser le restaurant) & un convive en plus, & le préposé à l'accueil a modifié notre réservation sans souci. Excellent repas avec des découvertes libanaises appréciées de tous. Service courtois & efficace tout au long de la soirée. J'y retournerai.
Aug 3, 2023
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We always enjoy this restaurant. It's a casual & no frills place that is always bustling & ALWAYS delicious. We brought friends who had never been there before & they LOVED it. The garlic shrimp & lamb chops were a hit, but the real stars of the meal are the appetizers ordered to share. We are huge fans of the food & the laid back style of the restaurant. No pretence. No attitude. Just great food at very reasonable prices.
Nous avons tous adoré notre soirée. L'accueil, le service... tout le monde était attentionné. & les plats & saveurs étaient d'une grande qualité, très savoureux... & le jarret d'agneau, menoum, il fondait dans la bouche. Nous reviendrons !
We absolutely loved our entire experience! From the delicious food to the beautiful ambiance to the impeccable service. Our waitress was super helpful in helping us decide the dishes to order & it didn't disappoint! I will most definitely return!
