A DC institution for authentic Greek, Turkish, and Lebanese mezze, with an extensive menu that pleases vegetarians and carnivores alike. The airy, whitewashed Aegean-blue dining room is as memorable as the small plates.
“A menu that is focused on Greek and Lebanese cuisines, this is a much better option than another boring, overcooked filet. ”
– The Infatuation
Frommer's
"How popular is Zaytinya? Well, the restaurant serves, on average, 750 people per night during the week and 1,000 per night on weekends." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Voted the best Mediterranean eatery inside the Beltway for three years running, this Penn Quarter restaurant and bar is a downtown destination for locals on Friday nights." Full review
BlackBook
"Small plates are meant for sharing, but - like the countries represented here - you'll want to hoard your own and plunder your neighbor's."
Gayot
14.0
"Whatever the noise level and however long a wait for a table, it's hard not to be won over by the garides me anitho, shrimp flavored with dill, shallots, mustard and lemon juice." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This romantic restaurant with a striking modern decor offers a superb variety of authentic Greek, Turkish, and Lebanese mezze with excellent vegetarian selections."
Michelin Guide
Bib Gourmand
"This very popular restaurant near the National Portrait Museum draws DC-ites to its large, whitewashed dining levels, accented with Aegean blues." Full review
Time Out
"With a stunning white and blue interior, this place finds inspiration in Greece, Turkey and Lebanon." Full review
Rough Guide
"Stylish mid-priced Turkish and Middle Eastern eatery that serves a range of inventive meze plates, ranging from Lebanese beef tartare to pork-and-orange-rind sausage and veal cheeks."
Afar Magazine
"Zaytinya serves up a variety of Mediterranean tapas inspired by traditional dishes from Greece, Lebanon, and Turkey." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Tasty mezze menu offered by award-winning chef. Fabulous interior."
Experts' Choice Award 
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
BlackBook
Gayot
DK Eyewitness
Michelin Guide
Time Out
Rough Guide
Afar Magazine
Not For Tourists
