Department of FoodieDepartment of FoodieMediterranean. Turkish spot known for its kebabs, salads and mixed grills as well as lamb and chicken dishes.
What to order: ZaRa Mixed Grill · balon bread · Iskender kebab · Shepherd's SaladFrom Google Maps reviews.
I had an amazing experience at this Turkish restaurant. The food was absolutely spectacular — every dish was rich in flavor, beautifully presented, and clearly made with care. You can really taste the authenticity in every bite. The service was just as impressive. The staff was incredibly attentive, friendly, and welcoming, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. Overall, everything from the food to the service exceeded my expectations. I would definitely come back and highly recommen
I recently dined at Zara, and overall, it was a fantastic experience. The food is absolutely delicious—every dish was full of flavor. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, creating a really nice vibe. The staff is plentiful, and the place is nicely clean. My only critique is that they lack attention to detail in following up at the table—things like bringing napkins, delivering the receipt, or checking if you'd like dessert took longer than expected. With a bit more follow-through, this would ea
Tried Zara Forest Grill in Staten Island for the first time and honestly had a really good experience. We ordered the mix grill chicken platter, chicken gyro wrap, fried liver, and their balloon bread with olives. Everything came out fresh, hot, and full of flavor. The chicken was juicy and well seasoned, the gyro wrap was packed and tasty, and the fried liver was cooked perfectly. The balloon bread with olives was awesome. Turkish tea was very flavorful and fresh. The service was also great.
From the Apr 28, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Cold food was held above 41°F, warm enough for bacteria to grow.
Hot food was held below 140°F, cool enough for bacteria to grow.
Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.