Zad Albasha Mediterranean Grill & Hookah Lounge

The food was good, but not great. Service was quite slow even though we were the only customers. Also, the ambiance is in my opinion too intense for a restaurant, makes you feel like youre eating in a mosque. But thats just my taste.

I like Mediterranean food. So I was keep searching in google nearby good Mediterranean food and I found your store near me. So I went there and ordered lamb chops with rice. I got my food and came back to my working place, opened the box and I got extremely burnt food. I called the store and they started to fight me.

A taste of the middle-east right in Doylestown! The friendly host brought me back to my cherished memories in Lebanon 🇱🇧 with the authentic shawarma, Turkish 🇹🇷 coffee, and the memorable mixed shwarma. You always know when people put effort into the food and it’s made from the heart. Count me in when I am home in Doylestown to order from here again and again. Special thank you Ahmed - people never forget how you made them feel 😊😍🍽️🧆

My husband and I took a day trip to Doylestown, PA and wanted to eat here. When we walked in we were taken by the beautiful decor all around. We stepped into the Middle East for sure! Our host, who is the owner and our server welcomed us warmly.She treated us like we came into her home.We ordered hummus for an appetizer and I then got the shawarma and hummus as my husband got the falafel platter.It was scrumptious!We were filled both with our appetites and d joy!Give them a visit!

The food was exceptional & the owner’s hospitality was unmatched. From a warm welcome with dates & coffee to great conversations to extra tastes of off-menu items, this will be a meal to remember.Order the large mezze platter!! So fun to try that many apps. Everything was flavorful & fresh. We felt nourished on many levels!Palestinian warmth, hospitality, & food is truly incredible. We can’t wait to come back 💚

Incredible food and service! I dined here with some friends and were very pleased with our experience. They were very warm and welcoming. I also loved the presentation. We got some Moroccan tea and they brought it on a platter with beautiful tea pot. The food was wonderful and delicious. With fresh vegetables and very good flavor! It was one of the most pleasant and relaxing dining experiences. The food was a nice portion as well and we were able to share the grilled platter for 2-3 people with another dish. The Moroccan tea was pleasant and clearly made with fresh mint which was delightful!

I felt extremely welcomed and cared for when I went here. Food is delicious, I had the lemonade mint slush and the lamb shawarma wrap, and I couldnt stop thinking about it the rest of my day. Will definitely be back when Im craving Mediterranean and middle eastern food.

Food is AMAZING!!!! If you like hummus... OMG!!! And the babagunash (sp) OMG! There is a cool and pretty large hookah bar downstairs. Service great!

We are so glad we happened on this special Moroccan/Middle Eastern restaurant. The food was out of this world! Grilled calamari over hummus with onions and mushrooms was the most spectacular concoction and best calamari I’ve ever eaten!

My mom took me here to celebrate a big achievement in my life. Id give a lower score if I could. Service was not good. Food was horrible. I could have made it better at home. There was no flavor in anything. Iv been eating ethnic foods my whole life. We have made better hummus, and tabbouleh at home...My mom got the special was supposed to be mixed veggies. She got Asian mixed frozen vegetables. There was a water chestnut and sugar snap peas and celery in her Mediterranean vegetables...along with a slice of tomato and raw onion also there was a bug in the container they brought our check in. My special had more hummus then meat. They had the audacity to char $25 per specialWorst food iv ever had out.Very disappointing.The atmosphere was horrible. Im an energy person and as soon as I walked in a felt heavy and un welcome.We will never go back here nor send people there way. 💯The best part of the meal was getting Ritas on the way home.EDIT:all these good reviews are probably forced onto the person by the owner. As soon as I started taking pictures of the food the owner was very pushy wanting me to post them a good review on social media....these good reviews also show that people dont know good food. You want great Mediterranean food? Try Blue Olive! 🫒🫒🫒

بركات لك ولعائلتك الرائعة Soraya 🦋💜🇵🇸☮️had such a wonderful experience for a late lunch right after a long day of training at work , such a warm greeting environment lots of amazing artwork & Bedouin Woven pieces as well. Everything has its place but definitely come on enjoy delicious dishes & meet Soraya who is one of the sweetest gems ever:)💫

So amazing !! Fresh food, good quality, peaceful atmosphere, and very authentic🩷. One of the best mediterranean places i have ever been.

Would get back for hookah. The place is amazing. Its quite a drive from the place i live. But i think its been a while that i had a good experience with the flavor, so i might go back.

We stopped here for a quick lunch with our six year old daughter on a Saturday. The restaurant was lovely!Food was great — fresh, delicious, delivered right as it was ready. Service was even better! Our server (maybe the owner?) was incredibly attentive and helpful without being at all pushy. It felt very welcoming.Highly recommend!

So glad something like this has finally opened up around the area! Was tired of going to find places like this in center city and it always being crowded and impossible to find any parking. This place was so clean, had great vibes, and the owners are so kind and friendly! The food portion sizes are very generous. They even have belly dancers on weekend. Lots of variety on the menu! Music was popping too. Definitely check it out if you’re looking for a good time with good vibes!

We just ate here. The 1 star review prior to us going made us almost not go. The food was amazing. We got the mixed grill and the lamb flatbread.The customer service was so great. Everyone was so kind and the atmosphere was so clean and peaceful.

Stopped in for some vegetarian appetizers and found the food to be very good. Service and atmosphere relaxing. Very interesting coffee.

An amazing experience! Food was unique, precisely prepared, and full of flavor. The atmosphere boast the pride of their Palestinian homeland. The service was loving and authentic. A hidden gem with more to come! Be sure to ask about the downstairs gelato bar and hookah lounge.

Worth the drive. Just do it. Go! This is exactly what I look for when I want to smoke real Arabic SHISHA. Arabic style, made to a perfection. I don’t want to smoke in a club in the dark. If you want to smoke, enjoy conversation and have AUTHENTIC Arabic food this is the place to go. Get the mixed grill, the meat was well marinated and delicious. Lamb chops with meat falling off the bone. Even the Moroccan tea was perfect (I’m Moroccan, I would know!) The kunafa was the real deal, the color, the floral syrupy, cheesy goodness. On top of that you experience real Arab hospitality! A real gem.

I ordered a meal for 12 people to be delivered and set up at a specific time. Ahmed assisted me with the order and was so detail oriented.Delivery and set up was right on time. The recipient called me to say how nice everything was and that the food was exceptional.I appreciated Ahmeds attention to detail since this was for a special family going through a very tragic time.I would highly recommend this resturant!! Thanks again Ahmed.Lisa

Had lunch there with my husband and daughter for our 10 year mariage anniversary. We had a blast, the staff was friendly and the food was delicious fresh and flavorful. Our Waitress went above and beyond to make sure we’re enjoying our first experience in this restaurant. And big Shoutout to the Chef Who Came to our table to present the menu and who Surprises Us With a Cake and candles to Celebrate. We definitely recommend this place

AMAZING place with amazing food! Palestinian and family owned - and best food weve had! We got the appetizers and the mixed grill, everything was DELICIOUS

My wife wanted to try this restaurant, and like a good husband I let her treat me to an amazing dinner. Lol I honestly cannot remember the names of all the food we sampled but they were delicious. The flavors were just exploding in my mouth. From the appetizer to main course to dessert, everything was scrumptious. The service was so friendly and accommodating. This is a great new addition to the restaurants of Doylestown. Stop in, taste some deliciousness and enjoy in a relaxing atmosphere.

My family and I went to Zad Albasha for dinner celebrating my mom’s birthday. The owner and her daughters provided an EXCEPTIONAL service! The food was absolutely delicious and everything came out fast especially my baby’s meal. We asked them to put a candle in the dessert and they went all out, lights off, birthday music on, candle on Kunafa, birthday crown and they sang with us! It was truly a spectacular experience and we had a blast! The family is super kind, attentive and made us feel at home. Not to mention the fabulous decor and atmosphere of the place!10/10!!! Highly recommend!!!

My husband and I finally got a date night after years of not getting out sans kids so the pressure was on for a really good meal… and this restaurant did not disappoint. The food was flavorful and unique, and generously portioned. The owner was super sweet, sharing details on meals we weren’t familiar with, and making recommendations based on our preferences. The desserts are to die for. She even threw in a delicious mint lemonade on the house, which couldn’t have been fresher. The decor is very beautiful and authentic, and they don’t rush you out when your meal is over. We were so glad we took a chance on this date night restaurant and highly recommend this place. FYI - it’s BYO, so be sure to stop and grab some wine on your way!

Easily the best night out we have had in a while. Food was fantastic, service was out of this world. Truly a place that makes you feel like family. We enjoyed hookah and the belly dancing performance, and had a blast getting up to dance! I recommend this to anyone who is looking for an experience that will put a smile on your face the whole night.

I absolutely love the atmosphere of the restaurant. truly a pleasing experience, surrounded by ethnic pride and good energy. the food is a 10/10, especially the breakfast options! the staff are excellent and always helpful and kind. the decorations are also very pleasing to the eye and you can tell it took them time and effort into setting up everything from a-z. don’t hesitate to come to this restaurant and experience the wonderful culture of Palestinians and what they have to offer.

Such an amazing restaurant. The server was so amazing, friendly and helpful! She led us in the right direction for what we wanted. The coffee served was absolutely to die for and the lamb fatteh was seasoned so so well! We had homemade traditional pistachio ice cream that paired so well with the coffee. We absolutely will be back many times for sure!

The worst restaurant in PhiladelphiaIf you want to pay a lot of money and leave the restaurant still starving please don’t waste an opportunity and go to this restaurant. The price of the food doesn’t match the quality or the portion of the food. The food came cold and doesn’t have any of the mediterranean flavour that they should have. I paid 27$+ for one skewer of kofta. We were there to celebrate my daughter white coat ceremony and this experience ruined it all. I should have figured that this is awful restaurant since there wasn’t any customer at all the

My family and I had the most wonderful dinner at Zad Albasha tonight. Delicious authentic Middle Eastern food in the heart of Doylestown. I cant say enough great things about it. The food, service and price are on point. The owners are there every day and make you feel like you are eating lunch or dinner in their home. Such awesome people. Do yourself a favor and make this a regular on your rotation!!! Absolutely love it❤️

What a fantastic experience ! We tried the mezze of 3 cold apps and hot for an inexpensive $24.99-hummus,dolma, falafel. Very authentic and delicious! Got a little coconut desert and turkish coffee. Excellent service- our waitress made us feel as though we were in the mediterranean and she was so friendly. Complimentary fried pita too!! They will be hosting hookah and dance on weekends check it out !! You will not be disappointed.

I went to [zad-albasha Mediterranean ] and paid $190 for 5 people, but it was not good. The service was very slow, and the staff did not help much. And the lady was smoking too. The food was not hot and tasted bad. They served us with small pieces of everything and I eat nothing my family was very disappointed . For the high price, I thought it would be much better. I am very disappointed and will never come back.

Saw the reviews and decided to try. The food is amazing. So much flavor and aroma but it wasn’t salty, just full of flavor. The entire experience was great.

Good food. Good service. Our dinner was delicious, affordable, and full of flavors. It is a very traditional place, and the decoration is beautiful. I definitely recommend it!!

The falafel was terribly overcooked, burned and hard. The sauce it came with didnt taste good, very bitter. The veggies were ok. My friend got lamb chops with rice, they were ok. Service could have been better, asked for a check three times but had to wait around 20 mins. The atmosphere is nice, but the food and the service are disappointing.

We went there yesterday and it was very slow. The owner came over and was very nice and treated us good but we asked for a gyro to eat but he said we should have a spceial mix grill. It was our fault not asking for the price but we got it and it wasnt much meat on it at all. The bill was $91 for this. Absolutely ridiculous. Will never go bsck if you cant be honest and tell us this is most expensive item and it was missing shrimp and other meats.

Food was amazing. Everything tasted so good. You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu! Would highly reccomend the shwarma, it was pur favorite! The woman who served us was very kind and informative about the menu. I mentioned I chose to get lunch at their restaurant because its my birthday and the woman gave me a little cookie!! It was such a nice gesture and totally unexpected! Would highly recommend. We will be back!

Amazing food and excellent service!! The shakshuka was delicious! I loved it soo mch I came back for it 2 days in a row. The service was really fast and the owner and waiters were very pleasant and kind. I love this place and will definitely be back!

Absolutely phenomenal dinner. Service was top notch. Portion sizes were excellent.The owner came out and explained every dish and answered any question we had. Even offered us a traditional coffee to start the meal.

We had lunch today at Zad Albasha. Ahmed and his wife, the owners, are the best. I much prefer to support a family owned establishment. The food is incredible. I love everything they make. The downstairs hookah bar is separate and a good time too if you’re looking for some something different.

No wonder the place was empty. Overpriced below average food and terrible customer service. The cook came out to pick a fight because I said the fries were not cooked. I didn’t even ask to adjust the bill or anything. Yet he was rude and cursed me as he walked away.Clearly they were made in the oven with fresh potatoes, but undercooked. Not at all what anyone would expect when they think of fries.

Was here with a group of 8 friends. Staff was completely amazing. We wanted to “try” a lot of different things that night, so the chef prepared a FANTASTIC platter for us to share. It was delicious! They were so friendly and very accommodating. Will certainly return!

Loved this Palestinian spot 🇵🇸 we went for my moms bday & the service was impeccable. the mom & daughter duo are extremely friendly, fast, and kind. The Arab hospitality was on point with the complimentary Turkish coffee & dates and their falafel is incredible - hot, crispy on the outside and super flavorful. Highly recommend!

My husband and I love this place, and every time we want Mediterranean, we think of here. We always get the dolmas and hummus appetizers, and they are so good! They always have something special as well, we just tried their mint lemonade, and now I have to find a recipe to try it out at home. Cant wait to go back again soon

Food and service was tremendous. I had the grilled lamb chops and girlfriend had the chicken kebab. Rice was nicely seasoned and side of veggies was moist enough you didn’t need to drink anything with your meal!

Good Mediterranean food. Very welcoming waitperson. Was very quiet atmosphere when I went at 4:00 on a Sunday. Close to the County movie theatre. Parking in this area is metered and hard to find.

Really great middle eastern food. Recommend the falafel and the mint and lemon slush.

Such a wonderful dinner with amazing food and even better company. We had a large party that we kept adding to after a dance recital and they were more than accommodating and truly joyful that we decided to celebrate there. We can’t wait to go back.

The food tasted very delicious! Especially the beef kofta over rice. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. I can’t wait to try other items they have on the menu!

Just had lunch today for the first time at this wonderful new-to-Doylestown Mediterranean restaurant. My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience! The food was fantastic and we appreciated the owners suggestions. Thought the hummus was particularly outstanding! Service was excellent 🙂.

I had a wonderful time with my friends and family in this beautiful restaurant. The owner Ms. Sureyya and Mr. A were also great with the customer. I had a chance to taste some vegetarian options. It was so delicious!

Good: Nice decor and general ambience.Service: water was served in small glasses no more than 2 total times through our 30-45 min long lunch. Would have welcomed more but there was no one. The server was the owner and the cook as well perhaps.Food: Price:Food quantity for this cuisine is steep. Try mamouns at Princeton or Good Gyro at New Hope instead of this place. My chicken was dry. A small cup of Rice, hard in texture. What I ordered was Chicken shawarma and what I got was grilled chicken pieces a little burnt and dry.Hummus was Spot on. Perfection. Perhaps best I hv had. Credit where it is due.

I’ve only been here once, but I really really loved it! Very good portions and well seasoned food. and very sweet staff. I highly recommend.

Awesome place with great food, atmosphere, and friendly service. Zad Albasha is a refreshing departure from the regular offerings in Doylestown. I tried the lamb fatteh (a dish I was unfamiliar with), and it was delicious. The iced mint lemonade drink was perfect for a hot day and paired well with the dish. The hummus and dolmas were very good as well. All of this was reasonably priced to boot. Will be going again

Amazing experience! Service, food, and atmosphere were outstanding ! Definitely going back. Perfect presentation of Middle Eastern food, culture, hospitality!

The best food and atmosphere i’ve experienced in this town! everyone there is so kind and welcoming, the falafel is so rich, the zaatar manakeesh is full of flavor, and the chicken shawarma in the traditional style is delicious! thank you for your kindness and amazing food, we’ll be back regularly 😊

My family and I had a really nice time here on mothers day. The food was great and its super cute inside. Cant wait to try the hookah bar next time!

It was so disappointing that we did a birthday party over there the food wasn’t enough for everybody. some ppl ate and some didn’t and plates was coming gradually, the appetizers wasn’t fresh plus they charged each person $75.It was my 40th birthday, so all the good memory ruined because all the guests was complaining. The deal was $40 per person but after party they charge extra, ended up to 75$ per personWe drove 1 hour to this place and expected to have fun and each good food and have good service with reasonable price but unfortunately I’m so embarrassed from my friends and had to try to pay them to be fair.There shouldn’t be any extra charges when there is a deal this is not right.We was planning on doing our graduation party in this place but after this bad experience, we will never reach this place again

This place may have been good at some point..but I went there last Friday night hoping to get a healthy and tasty shawarma platter and baba ghanoush for dinner and sadly I was BEYOND disappointed. The entire experience, from walking into music BLASTING AND BLARING so loud that you cant hear anyones voice to the lack luster food... And terribly overwhelmed by hookah and teenage drinking. To the outstandingly bad service... Nobody greeted me initially, I was standing around for about 10-15 minutes just waiting for one of the waitresses/hostesses to acknowledge my presence. 2 of them were openly eating on the bar counter and spitting seeds into a plate. I got approached by a SoundCloud rapper selling his mixtape before any of the staff did. Long story Short- I got my food and luckily the environment I walked into really helped me lower my expectations..the food was all under spiced and overpriced and the meat smelled rotten I don’t think chicken should have a gamey smell.I did not eat the food, mainly finished a quarter of the bland baba ghanoush and fed a few pieces of the shawarma platter to my dog. The next morning my dog had an upset stomach and did not eat for a whole day.

Such an amazing place to eat and just have a great time! I know there’s been a lot of 1 star reviews by frankly very r-cist people but this location is so beautiful, delicious and welcoming. 💕💕

Fantastic, hearty food! We ordered the Lamb Shank, Hummus, and Falafel and it was delicious.

Im from New York! Absolutely horrible food!! Ive had Lebanese food and Greek food all my life. Bland tasteless food!! The tabouli smelled like nail polish remover. We are not able to eat it!! What a waste of money!!

Had delicious food, hospitality in a neat and modern environment at Zad AlBasha.Tried chicken shish tawaook and chicken shawarma platter, love that they come with a side of hummus and salad, which makes for a well rounded platter. Mint smoothie was just what I needed on this hot day and complemented the food well.Will certainly be back here with family as it’s in a pleasant part of town and walking around the area is a treat in itself. Heard good things about the mixed grill but will have to check it out next time.

All-around pleasant place. Tasty, wholesome middle eastern food. Owner-proprietor is attentive and eager to please. Cardamom-scented coffee is authentic, special. Good for vegetarians and vegans.

Our family went to celebrate at Zad Al Basha and they were absolutely amazing. The service was outstanding and food was so delicious 😋 will definitely come back again. You have a regular- thanks guys.

I happened to stop by during lunch and was surprised at how nice it was inside. The view from the street doesnt do it justice. The food was great and not ridiculously overpriced like many places in the borough. Ill be coming back for sure!

Awesome place. I stopped here for lunch and was captivated by the Arabian Nights incredible set up. I have to plan to come Saturday night here with family and friends.The owner extremely kind, and food sooo good.

Excellent food and kind hospitality! Will definitely be coming back. We enjoyed the grilled chicken, the lamb kabobs, the humus, and the ful (fava bean soup).

This place is a GEM!!! We found this place on our visit to Fonthill castle from Philly. The host was so kind and hospitable. Great food and great environment. It felt like being home.

AMAZING food, so incredibly tasty. foul mudammas is a must try, service is amazing everyone was so kind, I live 1.5 hours away but will certainly be coming back again!

This is the best restaurant I have been to also the lemonade is 100% a 10/10 you need to try this restaurant highly recommend😋

We went to Zad Albasha last night for dinner and hookah and had a great time. The food was absolutely spectacular. Cannot recommend this place enough!

Ahmed is the man. His food is very authentic and tasty, and he’s a very kind guy. Would definitely recommend this spot!

Amazing food and service! It was 5 of us and we all had a lively experience. Will definitely eat here again. 🕊

This is literally the best restaurant I have ever been to!! The owners are so kind, the food is delicious, their attitude towards customers is just phenomenal, and the condition of the restaurant is perfect. 💕💕💕 If you ever need to go to any restaurant, go to this restaurant!!!!!!!

Lamb was delicious, came with a healthy portion of rice and the mashed potatoes were stellar. Lamb fell apart and everything tasted great. Planning my next visit.

An amazing experience! Food was unique, precisely prepared, and full of flavor. The service was loving and authentic. Be sure to ask about the downstairs hookah lounge

Food was great, the place is very clean everything was homemade. As Jordanians this place was authentic. The downstairs was a vibe definitely recommend the place check them out!!

Best food in town and Zabiha compliant I love my muslim brothers that work here. Cozy spot to eat and talk to the brothers here about life best people to talk to ever they love the jewish friends I brought with me because the workers are muslims and as muslims we love our Jewish Brothers and Sisters ❤️

Excellent! Brought my parents and they loved it. Great mix of Mediterranean and Arabic. Seems to be very authentic, with traditional greetings.

The food is absolutely amazing, the octopus over hummus was my favorite. Incredibly nice people. Can not wait to eat here again!

Had a wonderful meal. Owner was very friendly and attentive.

The server was smoking in the restaurant, really small food portions for a 27 dollar plate. Dont waste your money.

Absolutely fantastic and authentic food. Family-run atmosphere and super friendly people. The food was fantastic and we were offered tea and other snacks. Cant say enough good things about this place. Well be back soon to check out the Hookah!

Recommended! Quiet and relaxing place, I loved the menu simple but enough variety!We tried the mix of hot and cold appetizer and each one was great! The baklava completed with sweet treat!The servers were very nice and I felt welcomed!Will definitely go back to try the rest of the menu!

Great atmosphere, friendly staff, great food. A must try!

Authentic mediterranean food in Philadelphia area. Lamb Shanks in the mixed grill platter was juicy and perfectly cooked. Owner is super friendly. His recommendations were spot on. We will visit regularly going forward! Awesome middle eastern food with superior service!!

All the food there is delicious and clean you should trust them 💯

My friends invited me out to this fantastic place last night. The service was warm, funny, and inviting. The meal started with a nice splash of coffee, followed by the appetizers. The meat of my main meal was cooked to perfection and very flavorful. Then, another splash of coffee, the baklava, and some strawberry ice cream. I was stuffed and look forward to seeing them again. Thanks!

A Disheartening Experience at a Place That Should Promote UnityI am deeply saddened to share my recent experience at this restaurant, a place that ostensibly serves up community alongside its cuisine. Instead, it served us an unsavory dish of discrimination, rudeness, and undercooked food.From the moment we entered, there was an unmistakable disparity in the level of service and respect provided. The staff seemed to go out of their way to cater to white patrons, providing them with prompt and courteous service. I left feeling unwelcome and uncomfortable. A restaurant is a place where all customers should be treated with equal kindness and respect - a fundamental aspect this establishment seems to have overlooked.To add insult to injury, the food served to us was undercooked. This not only showcased a lack of care for customer satisfaction but also hinted at a disregard for basic food safety standards.Its truly disheartening that this restaurant, which should be a beacon of our local Muslim community, instead chose to become a symbol of inequality and prejudice. As someone well-integrated within the local Muslim community, I find this deeply unsettling. Our faith teaches us to value unity, respect, and equality for all, values this restaurant has chosen to ignore.In conclusion, this restaurant failed to provide not only quality food but also the basic courtesy and respect that all customers deserve. I strongly urge those looking for an inclusive, welcoming dining experience to seek out other establishments.

Fantastic Food and even better service! Ran by a lovely family. They were so kind! Will be back!

Food is on the pricey side for what you get and the kitchen seemed a bit slow, but we enjoyed the experience.

The food was wonderful, and the service exceptional. The owner very friendly and fun to joke with. We will return!

Phenomenal food, great service. If you don’t eat here you are missing out. Will be back and often!

I really liked the falafel wrap! Will definitely be coming back to try more.

4 of us guys went here Sunday night, and we couldnt have had a better time, if we tried.The owner was the happiest person Ive ever met in the restaurant world.He explained and suggested the absolute best food Ive ever had.We will definitely be making Zad Alabasa our special night out stop regularly.

I never leave reviews but WOW! This food is so delicious and worth every penny. The moussaka is the best I’ve ever tried. Everything we got was devoured within minutes! Can’t wait to go back, thank you so much for such a delicious meal!!

After all the controversy about this place I decided to go there with my family, great choice the food is really nice and the staff are even nicer. Great place to bring family

I recently visited this exceptional hookah lounge with my boyfriend and we were simply amazed. It’s super cozy, with extremely attentive and friendly staff. It was truly outstanding. The hookah itself was rich and flavorful, and the lounges selection of beverages and snacks complemented the experience perfectly. Whether youre a seasoned hookah enthusiast or new to it, this place is a must-visit for a memorable and enjoyable time. Very excited to come back on Friday night to experience a belly dancing show! Highly recommended!

This family run establishment is a wonderful change of pace from the regular night of dining out. The food is very fresh and flavorful and the hospitality is warm and friendly. The new lounge is great for larger parties. Will definitely be back again.

This place is a GEM. The food is freshly prepared and as authentic as it gets. The falafel is superb: just the right amount of crunch on the outside and tender and full of flavor on the inside. I had the beet and feta salad with came with a dressing that was obviously homemade and so delicious. The beets were freshly cooked and the greens full of snap. Hubby had a combo platter which had a divine pickled cauliflower, and everything was packed with flavor. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. Our waitress/owner was attentive and knows this kind of food inside and out and obviously cares about what she serves.

Was so excited to finally try this place. The restaurant is beautifully set up and the food smelled so promising. However what we got was beyond disappointing. Falafel platter was not only a tiny portion but lacked any flavor. Falafel was a dense tasteless puck aside mushy bland rice and very acidic unappetizing hummus. I did not finish it after 3 bites. Felt like a chore to chew. My partner was not happy with his shawarma hummus. Needless to say we definitely dont recommend the food and wont be ordering again. I hope this was just an off night. I see so many good reviews and they were nice when I went to pick up but that food was just straight up off putting which is sad because I adore Mediterranean food. What a bummer. :(

Highly recommend middle east food restaurant, beautiful decorations and positive vibes! Thank you and well be back

VERY good vibes, delicious food, great hookah, and excellent staff. We enjoyed our time and will certainly be back.

Food was fresh and authentic, establishment is clean and well decorated. The owner was very friendly, but I feel he overstepped. He brought out two appetizers that we didnt order and hand-fed us immediately, ensuring we wouldnt be able to send them back. We couldve created a stink about it in that moment, but we were hoping he would cut us a deal on the bill (spoiler alert: he didnt). We came in, two college students, excited for $9 shawarma wraps and left crying on the inside after having spent $70 unwillingly for lunch (including a generous 20% tip). The food is reasonably priced for the area and its great to support a family business, but the place was packed for 2pm on a Tuesday. Getting the extra money out of us seemed hardly necessary.

Very pleased with our takeout order. The service was outstanding. The woman who took the order was friendly and organized, even though the restaurant was crowded and busy. It was prepared in a timely manner, and packaged very well. The food was delicious! Truly authentic feel and you can taste the time and effort put into each dish. We will definitely try to do a dine in experience very soon. Highly recommend this new gem in Doylestown!

Wonderful food, great ambiance. Friendly staff and quick service. Great addition to Doylestown.

I want to like this place so much, I love the idea of variety amongst the food scene coming into Doylestown but unfortunately, after three visits here Ive made up my mind. Its a pass for me. The service is always so strange, from a woman who wanders (almost on the verge of hovering) and only says I dont speak English when you try to make conversation. Or the waitress who needs to be asked several times for more water. Or plates being removed before youre finished eating. I was also shocked that we were charged for extra pita bread that we didnt request, the owner suggested we need another and we obliged, I would have been happy to pay if someone had just mentioned there is a fee. We were only given 1 pita to share despite ordering the large appetizer, which is a $30 course consisting of 6 appetizers, 1 pita is hardly enough. We were also charged the full price for the calamari appetizer although we ordered it as part of the large appetizer, now there is a chance the menu mentioned this charge somewhere but the waitress never mentioned it and if it was excluded then we only wound up ordering/receiving 5 appetizers of the 6 we paid for. Im sad to say I wont be returning.

Very dissatisfied Doylestown needs a better Middle Eastern restaurant. I’m surprised this even made it here. Most of these reviews are fake. Owner is pushy & disrespectful. He was giving us food we did not order then charging us for it…Slow service, dry/overcooked food, small portions, over priced & no delivery. Waste of money!! Try The Good Gyro in New Hope!

Amazing food!! Soraya is such a lovely and gracious host and person. This is now our go-to spot in Doylestown. We had the mixed grill, hummus, the lentil soup, fattoush salad and it was all fantastic! Everything was cooked and prepared to perfection. So flavorful! Highly highly recommend!

The atmosphere immediately put me at ease, and the service and food ( the lamb shank special and the homemade zatar and divine and genius nonmessy sweetly designed homemade baklava) only added more and more peace to my soul. This is certainly a place of peace and good company. A newer establishment where I had loved the tapas place there, prior. A true jewel of Doylestown and Bucks County! Thank you, Soraya and staff for respite from a demanding day of legal work, and an enriching experience to prepare me for the next days morning conference. Unforgettable, and immediately a new go-to for a sanctuary of blessed communion of a days treasured meal. Perfect stop after a visit to the Mercer Museum and/or the Free Library of Doylestown, a short walk away even for my weary bones. Thank you.

The service was wonderful and the Falafel platter was delicious! The most flavorful meal! Definitely worth a visit!

This is my 2nd time dining at the restaurant. We celebrated our friend’s birthday, party of 12. We asked for a family style menu, and the owner made a great table full of different appetizers, grilled platters full of grilled meat, shrimp octopus, and vegetables.The pistachio desert was to die for.Friendly family atmosphere.Come over and enjoy this great place!

What a delightful find! The food is delicious. We tried the mixed mezze dishes and got a scrumptious assortment of felafel, labanah, sambousek, fried cauliflower, mouhammara, and an incredible dish of foul mudammas. Four of us split two different lamb platters. We brought our own wine as the place is BYOB. Couldnt have had a better meal. The host was delightful and helpful. We will definitely revisit.

Lovely family and amazing service! Rush over there for the tastiest food youve ever eaten!

The most traditional Mediterranean restaurant I’ve ever been to. I have been to many Mediterranean restaurants and this place is incredible. The decoration is stunning and the food is delicious. Me and my wife went on a Thursday night, there was a singer there and the atmosphere was amazing, most definitely coming back.

Service was great and food was quite authentic and healthier choices, we would like to visit again!!

Really, really great authentic food. Large portions so come hungry. Our server was also very attentive and guided us through ordering. Highly recommend. It’s BYOB, just fyi!

Absolutely fantastic atmosphere and delicious fresh food. Unique and wonderful flavors.

Absolutely Amazing Food! My family and I went here on Mother’s Day and this restaurant did not disappoint! It was absolutely amazing and the service was wonderful! The owners came and fed my parents by hand! It was such a wonderful cultural learning experience. The atmosphere was so welcoming. I am so grateful to the owners for opening such a lovely restaurant! If you want good food and good people, go here!!!

I visited the restaurant hoping for a delightful experience, but it fell short in every aspect. The ambiance was lackluster, the service was slow and unresponsive, and the food tasted bland and uninspired. Overall, a disappointing dining experience that I wouldnt recommend to anyone.

A beautiful restaurant with warm hospitality! Excellent cuisine with delightful Middle Eastern flavours!

Absolutely amazing restaurant with authentic, top quality Palestinian food. Besides the food, their Palestinian hospitality is enough to keep anyone coming back! I didn’t make it to the shisha lounge downstairs yet but plan to go back for thatoffering soon!Don’t forget to try the Knaffeh, the famous dessert from Nablus! 🍉

This restaurant has magnificent, healthy Middle Eastern food and a gorgeous, authentic atmosphere. It is owned by a couple who have perfected every detail, right from the start. Downstairs is a lounge which transports you to Palestine. We will be back, soon!

Good food and very good service. We really had a good time definitely recommend it.

A great family. Only advice is for you to have cameras that actively saves audio evidence of harassment to protect yourself.

This is my usual spot to hang out I love this place the food is great and the people are so nice 100% should come here again!!!!!

This is an outstanding restaurant run by wonderful people. They make you feel like you are in their home, welcoming you with Arabic coffee (a real treat) and dates, then pita chips and zaatar. The menu has much more than the usual Mediterranean choices. Today I had shakshuka and it was perfect. Another time I had the moussaka. The restaurant is clean and attractive and has a peaceful atmosphere. Downstairs they have a comfortable hookah lounge: not my thing but it is really cute.(BTW - I used to live in Dearborn Michigan where i had lots of restaurants as well as friends’ kitchens to compare with. I was not asked to write this review.)

My husband and I stopped in for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Our experience started off great and we really enjoyed how the restaurant is decorated and the Arabian coffee that is served with dates. A great start quickly turned into a poor experience. We waited an hour just for our appetizers to come out, as did everyone else who was seated. Our entrees came out almost an hour and a half after we had arrived. Our server told us that their cuisine takes longer to cook... we wouldve just appreciated the truth that they were really busy and probably understaffed. My husband did not receive the meal he ordered and both of our dishes were not warm and incomplete. No vegetables on the side like there should have been. We were frustrated and annoyed and ate as fast as possible so we could head out the door and leave. I dont think well come back.

Had a lovely lunch here today! Food delicious, waiter friendly, room bright and welcoming. The only problem was that there are too many great-looking choices on the menu to eat in one sitting! I predict I’ll be back to try them all. 😀

Was craving some authentic mediterranean cuisine, and stumbled upon this little gem in the maps. Walked in and ask for the Lamb and Beef Shawarma Sandwich... it was fantastic! Great quick service, delicious food, intriguing ambiance, and reasonable prices! Will be coming back regularly

Went in for an early lunch. Food took a bit longer as freshly prepared. Cauliflower soup was delicious. As a soft opening the menu is still bring developed. We opted for the appetizers plates. Amazing. Fresh and flavorful. There was more than enough for both of us. Pita bread was refilled numerous times . Coffee came with a dessert sampler. The extra prep time worth the few minutes more as fresh and hand made not processed foods. Will be back soon when the full menu available FYI waiting for the card machine for payment. There is a sign on the door

We had a wonderful experience today at zad albasha! We ordered a lot of appetizers, and we ate all of it because it was delicious. The Arabian coffee and traditional Mediterranean food was top notch 👌Service is what you expect from a 5-star restaurant. The owners are hard-working people, and they treat you with the utmost respect 🙏I cant wait for the club to open down stairs!Thank you for your service

The owners were very hospitable and made us feel very welcomed. Just off of that I would visit again. The food was delicious, I would highly recommend if you’re craving some Mediterranean food. Lamb shank with couscous was fall off the bone, baba ghanoush was one of the best I’ve had, and the baklava was on point.

Do not eat at the restaurant upstairs. The food is disgusting and over priced. I got a “Shawarma” thick as a number two pencil. The falafel was the frozen kind you get at the supermarket. What a joke. This is primarily a hookah lounge, and maybe that part downstairs is a good experience. If you want to go out to a restaurant, save your money and go somewhere else.

First time eating here. Decor is interesting and charming. Ordered the large mezze, which is plenty for two. Ful, falafel, kibbeh, and capponata — all made very well and great flavor. The dolma were OK, but overall excellent food. Very kind and modest owners. Would come back any time! Big thumbs up 👍

One of the best Mediterranean restaurants I have ever been to! Amazing flavors, amazing spicing, wonderful choices, and an enthusiastic owner who took the time to walk us through everything and how his cooking, a blend of Palestinian, Tunisian and Lebanese cooking differed from other styles of cooking in this huge region of the world. And different it was.we had a huge appetizer of 6 dishes and loved them all. The muhamarra , caponata, hummus, felafel, grilled calimari are all amazing. Even the pita was warm, fresh and delectable. You absolutely cannot go wrong in this place. Mangia!!

Great restaurant in center of Doylestown. Atmosphere is beautiful. Food is excellent, service excellent, family owned and ran.Ahmed, owner is friendly and makes sure all customers are taken care of, will help pick out from menu, if needed! Music on some evenings.Great addition to Doylestown!

First of all, the atmosphere of this restaurant is amazing. Makes you feel so welcoming. The food is unique so delicious that the family and I always go back again. The vibes are so nice . The music 🎶 and the food is good . Thank you so much for hooking us up 🔝 every time …. 💕

The best food, the owner is very respectful and kind, The place is very clean too

This was 100% authentic Turkish cuisine. Food was fresh and very delicious Dessert and Turkish coffee is a must try.Loved it!

I definitely recommend this place. The owners are really warm, caring and take care of you as if youre a guest in their home. Food is delicious, especially lamb shank with couscous. We got large mezze, which includes 6 different appetizers. This included falafel, arancini, and baba-ghanoush, which were all exceptional. We ended up ordering Copponata several times because everyone at the table loved it. Leave some room for baklava and turkish coffee- you wont regret it.

My family and I had amazing and authentic middle eastern food!! Highly recommend coming here! If you want an authentic experience, make sure to request your food with onions, garlic and all other middle eastern ingredients/spices.

Great food excellent service 👌. Friendly staff would recommend 10/10.

Delicious food and wonderful family owned business with great service! Will be back

I ate here a few weeks ago and it was fantastic. Thank you so much!!!

Excellent service and wonderful family business. Will be back for sure. Now I can grab a great Turkish coffee locally. A more than adequate substitute for my taste for what I had hoped would have been a trip to Morocco this summer.

Sucks by all means. Service is very bad, the food is the worst I ever had and v. Expensive for bad quality, lousy place. Never again.

Went and waited 40 minutes for appetizers ALONE! Our food came out after about 50 minutes as well and they are so stingy with the amount of meat they put in the shawarma. At that point I was eating lettuce and pita bread. Not to mention they are criminally overpriced. The looks on google are deceiving as it is the opposite of what they serve in reality.

5 stars, quality..beautiful building 🇮🇷❤️🇵🇸❤️ will buy again

Food was delicious and a very big basement hookah lounge, great service

This was our first time here. The owners were very welcoming. The food was delicious. We were offered Arabic coffee to start; a traditional welcome drink. We had the Mouhamara and Copponata with pita as our appetizers and the falafel sandwich and chicken shawarma sandwich for our entrees. We saw several tables order the mixed grill which looked amazing. We will get that the next time. We finished our meal with a Swiss roll. It was a light sponge cake with Chocolate and pistachios. We also had the Turkish coffee. This is a great addition to the Doylestown Restaurant scene.

Where else can you get great Falafel in town? Great food and people are welcoming. Authentic middle eastern menu too!

I had really nice time at Zad Albasha. People are so friendly and the service was great. There hokkah was just how I like it.I am definitely coming back

I was so excited that there was a Middle Eastern restaurant in Doylestown. I took my daughter last night for a celebratory dinner. Thinking back...walking in, there was no aroma of all the spices that make the food what it is known for.We ordered the special appetizer...fried artichkokes (14.99)...what a disappointed! We also got the cold mezze appetizer plate...tabbouleh (strange flavorless mass mostly cucumber) They called it Hummus...what!It had absolutely no flavor...store bought sabra (which i do not like) tastes better. The third was copanata...had the best flavor out of the three...that is a gift!We also had to try the Fallafel...my favorite...ugh...over cooked ( I make a better vegan version my entire family raves over!!) The tahini sauce (served in a black plastic to go container) was runny...watered down? Really...for that price!We both got the specials. My daughter got Spicy chicken kofta...it was two very small pieces of meat on the plate(darkest chicken I ever saw)...with another cup of the flavorless stuff they called hummus...rice...and what seemed like costco frozen asain stir fried vegetables???I got the Veggie Grill...was literally one thick...very thick onion slice (that was raw ...no seasonings whatsoever ) and a piece of toamato on a skewer on top of not so good rice and a pile of those asian frozen veggies...I even got a water chestnut...since when is that medditeranian???I could say more...We usually give places a second chance...for a grand total of $93...we will not go back.

Amazing food and nice atmosphere. You will not be disappointed!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Food was great and host was the sweetest person!

Great atmosphere, but these are the smallest most expensive portions I have ever seen. My sandwich was light as a feather and 80 percent bread. You order meat, but there is no meat.I get in the short term charging more for less makes profit, but it will cost you when customers dont return.You could get away with these micro portions for a high cost if you were a fancy Michelin star restaurant or a fine-dining tapas place. I get people in Doylestown have money, but this is not a good pricing scheme.I want you guys to succeed, Doylestown needs more ethnic restaurants that arent Italian, please work on your pricing/portion ratios.

Went here for the first time and it is amazing! Friendly, outstanding service, and the food is perfection. Definitely try it out!

Delicious and awesome service! A little gem in Doylestown for sure. The food was super tasty and authentic. I think it’s a couple that runs it and they do an awesome job. The place is super clean. Will definitely be back.

Went here for dinner and it’s an absolute gem, they’ll take care of you and your belly. The portions are generous, I had the kofta, rice, hummus, coffee, and mahalabia (save room for this, you’ll thank me). Customer service is clutch and everything was freshly made!

We stopped in somewhat later on a Thursday night and the place was nearly full, but we still were well-taken care of by the staff, who were attentive to our needs. We split a large mezze plate and a platter of chicken shwarma. The mezze plate came with three cold and three hot apps - we chose muhammara, bab ghanoush, and houria for the cold apps and falafel, kibbeh and ful mudammas for the hot apps. All of the dips and apps were delicious, and the shwarma platter was beautifully presented, with tender strips of chicken and veggies on a bed of rice. A cute little saucer of zaatar was a nice touch. Complimentary Arabic coffee is also served at the beginning of the meal, and the price point makes it a great value. Definitely worth checking this place out!

Great Food and Service. Very welcoming and amazing taste of Mediterranean food. DJ and belly dancers on weekend with a smooth hookah, I highly recommend to check it out.

Wow! Excellent service, excellent food, and excellent atmosphere. A bit expensive but worth it. Only drawback is parking but that is always a problem in Doylestown borough.

Doylestown needs some more ethic food choices. Disappointed with this one. The Kibbeh App was good (but they only gave us 2 out of 3), the main course Grilled Kofta was over cooked to hardness, small portion and cost $24. The side of rice was very good.

I had the best meal ever I ordered the mix grill and it was amazing the chef made it perfect and I love it. So I would say this was the best Mediterranean food I have ever had in Doylestown Pa.

Service was amazing, good was incredible. Will be our go to for mediterranean.

I had a great time here. The food was delicious and the service was so friendly. The music and atmosphere makes you feel like you’re in the Mediterranean. Check it out.

Truly delicious food, lovely atmosphere, and stellar service . Upon arrival, we were offered complimentary Arabica coffee and dates.The babaganoush and hummus plates were packed with flavor. Falafel sandwiches were delicious! If you like spicy, the harissa adds a nice kick to the meal. If you’re in the area, Zad Albasha Mediterranean Grill is definitely worth checking out!

Fantastic food, simple, homemade style, great value. The service was great, the whole family chips in and provides a great experience. Great to see them thriving.

My husband and I are there this afternoon and it was amazing , the atmosphere and the food both are to be applauded . The wait staff was very attentive. I highly recommend this restaurant and we will be going back.

Amazing place. Great food run by beautiful owners.

I got a mix schwarma to go and it was absolutely wonderful! Highly recommend!!!

Traditional American type food is what we usually eat. Had the chicken platter with apps. This was a nice change. I enjoyed everything about the meal and service. I would go back.

This place was such a delight! The food was amazing but what made our experience better was the staff working. He was so kind treated us with such hospitality. 10/10 and definitely coming again!

Great service, real authentic mediterranean food!

What an incredible addition to Doylestown’s food scene! ZAD-ALBASHA MEDITERRANEA’s food is a mix of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern. The food is outstanding and the service impeccable. We tried so many dishes and enjoyed them all. It was like being welcomed into someone’s home in another country and being treated to their culinary delights and traditions. I can’t wait to go back.

Awesome taste.Perfect Mediterranean food.Easily shareable.Reasonable price.Nice and friendly staff.Family environment.I’ll definitely come back.

Great atmosphere, me and my friends love it here so much!!

Amazing place, family owned. Very clean and stylish environment. The food is amazing, and the place serves hookahs that can turn any night into a relaxing experience.

Amazing wonderful people. The workers are so friendly, kind and so caring.

Our staff ordered take out lunch today, it’s absolutely amazing. Their food is delicious and filling. The portions are amazing for the price.

Amazing food, atmosphere , and the owners are so sweet!

Hidden gem. Delicious food, prompt service, and friendly hosts

Delicious…such nice people. The food came out quickly and the cold mezze were delicious. I wish I had gotten some pita for the mezze, I’m not sure if they do that or not but I’ll remember for next time. My favorite was the baba ghanoush and eggplant. Can’t wait to try the sandwiches.

Did not dine in, but my pick up order was completely wrong and we had to go there again for the remainder of the order since they do not deliver. It took an hour... Overall food is good.

I have worked in restaurant and service industry for years. First time I was not greeted at all by anyone. Won’t be back even if the food is good. Good food and service go together so shade was cast on the business with who was working today.

Come for the hospitality first and then the food!! A delightful staff and the most delicious food. The best experience!

Food was amazingggggggg. me and my family came there for dinner and we will definitely be back again. the service and staff was super nice and made us feel so comfortable.

Everything was delicious, fresh and authentic! Best addition to the walking area in a long time! BYOB which is always a plus and excellent service with care about every detail! We will be regulars for sure.

Amazing food, authentic experience, excellent service. The octopus was so tender. Best baba ghanoush I have ever had- great smoky flavor!

Great service with the best food in town.

Amazing food, service!! A complete experience. Attentive, offered special dishes. AMAZING AUTHENTIC!! 100% SUCH A PLEASURE. I WILL DEFINITELY COME BACK!!!! THANK YOU!!!

Fantastic! Very tasty and authentic middle eastern and Mediterranean food! I liked the baba, tabouli, and REALLY good Capanota. (Sry for bad spelling)

Beautiful decor, authentic food, DJ and belly dancing on the weekends. Very attractive staff. Highly recommend.

Didnt have he food but the hookah lounge was amazing

Wonderful experience! Love the lamb shank and octopus over hummus. Nice live music Thursday night. Did I mention the lamb shank?

Amazing food And hospitality, loved the the place

Wonderful restaurant, wonderful people! We thoroughly enjoyed the delicious food, sharing conversation with the owners, and will be back! A lovely experience.