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Zaytinya - Culver City, Culver City, CA

Zaytinya - Culver City

4.5
4.5
146 Reviews
$30 and under
Greek

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2 people
19:00
Booked 102 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Zaytinya brings the vibrant flavors of Turkey, Greece, and Lebanon to life with a menu crafted by José Andrés Group. From mezze spreads like hommus and baba ghannouge to wood-fired kebabs and whole grilled fish, every dish celebrates the rich culinary traditions of the Eastern Mediterranean. Complemented by a curated wine list of regional icons and modern favorites, each bite and sip offers a taste of this historic region.

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What 146 people are saying

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Westside

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zaytinya in Culver City offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent food," "outstanding service," and a "lovely ambiance." The menu features inventive Mediterranean cuisine, highlighted by the "unlimited fresh pita bread" and "delicious dips." While some reviews mention service issues, many diners express a desire to return for the "amazing flavors."

147 Reviews
  1. Cindi

    Los Angeles12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were so pleasantly surprised with everything about our lunch. I had seen so-so reviews and was a bit apprehensive, however it did not disappoint. The food was exceptional, as was the service. Can’t wait to come back.

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  2. Julia VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was so slow. We were given wrong orders multiple times throughout the dinner. Food ended up being cold when it was dropped at our table.

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  3. Amber

    Chicago356 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great vibe for LA and really nice flavorful food as well, at fair prices. The dry aged whole fish is excellent and there are plenty of delicious veggie options for anyone who doesn’t eat meat.

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  4. Katelyn

    St. Louis1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    This was my second time at Zaytinya. The first time we waited, despite having a reservation, for 30 minutes for a table. But the food and drinks were excellent, so I booked another reservation for my mom’s birthday. This time we waited an hour for a table, on a Monday, even though we again had a reservation. I noted it was my mom’s birthday to both the front desk and server, and received a well-meant apology, but no offer to comp a portion of the meal or even offer a dessert despite the extraordinarily long wait. Great food, but won’t be coming back.
    Zaytinya - Culver CityResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback and for giving us another chance to serve you. We sincerely apologize for the extended wait times you experienced during both visits, especially as a guest celebrating a special occasion. As a newer restaurant, we are actively working through growing pains to streamline our processes and improve guest experiences. We take your concerns seriously, and your input helps us make important adjustments. While we're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, we deeply regret that the service did not meet expectations. We hope you'll reconsider and allow us another opportunity to make it right in the future.

    1 person found this helpful

  5. LucilaM VIP

    Los Angeles9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and outstanding service. The never ending delicious pita bread was different and sooo good. We will be back.

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  6. Felicia

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 experience! Everything Was amazing; the food, the service, and the vibe/atmosphere. I will definitely be coming back.

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  7. David

    Los Angeles8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Great room. Service was spotty. At the bar, I wanted Arak and the bartender didn’t know what I was talking about until I showed him on the website. Table service friendly, but disjointed. Our server was late taking our order because of a “miscommunication” between him and another server. We got tzatziki when we ordered flatbread and our table was cleared by mistake before we could box up the left over dip. I will definitely come back because I support Chef Jose and WCK and I want to try other dishes. I’m sure service will be ironed out.

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  8. Sunil

    San Diego8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful cuisine, ambience & equally remarkable service

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  9. Laura VIP

    Los Angeles10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent but the service was Poor. We had to get our own water a few times. The dishes that were used were not routinely cleared. No serving spoons were brought with shared plates. Also the food was not paced well nor brought out hot. The restaurant had a lot of promise but it needs to get a better staff to live up to the hype!

    1 person found this helpful

  10. eric

    Los Angeles29 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Average food at high prices. Lamb shoulder was very dry

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Zaytinya - Culver City is rated 4.5 stars by 146 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 102 times today
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8801 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232

Additional information

  • Area
    Culver City
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–23:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Turkish, Lebanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
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