Zeina's Cafe and Catering

If you are in Utica you must dine here. If you are not in Utica, go there just to dine here. Talk about feeling like you are home! This family makes you so welcome, and the food is outrageously delicious. Be sure to try the Turkish coffee that they offer. I said no, initially then thankfully changed my mind! We were a party of five and every one of us loved our respective dishes. My brother has Celiac disease and they were wonderful with him. He did mourn over not being able to have the lush pita! The lamb was tender. The salads were crisp. The hungry sailor boys with us were stuffed when we left. Seriously. One of the best places to eat in the greater Utica area.

What a beautiful place! The food is excellent, as is the service. The team there is so warm and friendly, you truly feel like family. We had a group of five adults who were all equally as pleased with their choices as the next. One, is a vegetarian and he was absolutely transported by the deliciousness of his choice (falafel wrap, with veggies) and loaded fries. I had the lamb skewers with pilaf and salad. The lamb was tender and seasoned beautifullly. Another of us has Celiac disease and was easily accommodated. The pita was fresh and plentiful. The tzatziki was perfect. The grape leaves were savory and delicious... I wish I'd had enough sense to take photos, but we just started eating and didn't stop. Get the Turkish coffee! I'm serious. It's the best I've ever had. Not bitter, not muddy. Just wonderful! We intended to return before we left, but time was not on our side. However, we will return when next anywhere in the vicinity of this restaurant! Oh! I bought some of the coffee they used for their Turkish Coffee. It's from Utica Coffee. I'm looking forward to trying it soon. Be sure to try one of the little candies present at the checkout. They are delicious, too! Should have bought some when I was there. Mistake not to have! Be sure to visit. You will be so happy you did.