Lemón Zëst

9310 Reseda Blvd, Northridge, CA 91324, United States
+1 818-818-6164
$$$ Mediterranean restaurant
(140 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

Welcome to Lemón Zëst, a delightful Mediterranean restaurant nestled in the heart of Northridge, California. At 9310 Reseda Blvd, this culinary gem invites you to indulge in vibrant flavors, aromatic spices, and healthful ingredients, embodying the very essence of Mediterranean cuisine.

Step inside, and you’ll be greeted by a spacious and inviting atmosphere that feels more like a gathering at a friend’s beautifully decorated home than a typical chain restaurant. With a warm and welcoming decor, it's the perfect setting for a casual meal with family or an intimate dinner with friends.

At Lemón Zëst, you’ll discover a menu that highlights fresh, made-from-scratch dishes, crafted with care. Dive into their tantalizing Kabob Entrées, such as the Chicken Lule Kabob, which features tender ground chicken infused with herbs and grated onion, grilled to perfection on two skewers for just $24.00. If you're craving a spicy kick, the Chipotle Chicken Kabob will fire up your taste buds with marinated chunks of chicken breast accompanied by zesty chipotle sauce.

Vegetarian diners will revel in the Falafel Vegan Bowl, a hearty mix of rice, grilled vegetables, falafels, and rich hummus for $19.00. It’s colorful, satisfying, and packed with flavor to cater to any palate. And don’t miss their iconic Greek Baklava — two pieces of this flaky pastry brimming with walnut goodness, a must-try at only $7.00.

For dessert aficionados, Lemón Zëst unveils a new concoction that is simply irresistible. The Coppa Al Limóne Seranto is a delightful Italian cake soaked in zesty lemon juice, combined with vanilla cream and adorned with lemon sauce and chopped pistachios for just $8.00. Sweet, tangy, and nutty all at once, this dessert will make your taste buds dance with joy!

Customer feedback speaks volumes about the exceptional dining experience at Lemón Zëst. Joe Gunawan captures the spirit of the restaurant perfectly, calling it a hidden treasure where Mediterranean flair turns into memorable dining moments. Cynthia White Anderson praises the knowledgeable and friendly staff who contribute to the gorgeous ambiance, ensuring every meal is a celebration. Regulars and first-timers alike, including Ron Reyes and Denise Kim, echo their appreciation for the generous portions and attentive service that makes every visit a treat.

So whether you're embarking on a solo culinary adventure, gathering for a celebration, or enjoying a cozy meal with friends, Lemón Zëst promises a flavorful journey through the Mediterranean that you won't soon forget. Stop by or call them at +1 818-818-6164 to experience this oasis of flavor for yourself!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves halal food
Serves happy-hour food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Has private dining room
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Has counter service
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Openings Hours
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Monday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

140 Reviews
Joe Gunawan

16 Sep 2025

It's easy to dismiss Lemon Zest as merely a chain restaurant, with its seemingly innocuous name, but what we have here is Mediterranean cuisine done right and packing a lot of flavor! The restaurant is spacious and inviting, and is certainly not a vanilla corporate restaurant. It is more like you're a guest at someone's nicely-decorated home. All the food is freshly made daily, and you can taste that right away from the Babaganoush. Made from grilled eggplant mixed with tahini, lebne, extra virgin oil, and garlic, it is rich, buttery, and yet creamy and cool. It's a treat eating it with the slices of flat bread sprinkled with zaatar and olive oil. At first, it feels like there is not enough flatbread, but you can request more! Worth it! I wanted to try the beef kebab, but sadly they ran out (co-owner Mike said they order 50 lbs of beef and chicken daily and they do run out!), but the Lule kebab plate more than makes up for this. The beef kebob is bursting with flavor, is well seasoned, and is moist with hint of char. You get two large size kebabs, too. Most dishes are priced in the low to mid-$20s, but unlike many other similar restaurants, you get so much for your money. The portion is huge, with the delicious, buttery rice almost spilling over the edges of the serving dish-sized plate. There is enough in one plate to serve 2 people or 1 very hungry individual (like me!). Finally, I had the Baklava to go, but sampled a bite. It is a very nice way to finish quite a meal, a mildly sweet and nutty palate cleanser. Finally, even though it's busy on Saturday, the servers along with Mike are friendly. I'm looking forward to coming back here!

Cynthia White Anderson

23 Aug 2025

Service was excellent and very fresh food! We had a group of friends for a birthday and everyone enjoyed the variety of food and even vegetarian and vegan options for all kinds of diet. Knowledgeable and kind staff too! The atmosphere is welcoming and gorgeous

Ron Reyes

28 Jul 2025

We are regulars and the food, drinks, service especially Mike and his team were fantastic. Great location and ample free parking. We attended a birthday celebration and this place is fantastic! The food, drinks, service and ambiance were great. We had a wonderful time and highly recommended.

M. Dumlao

25 Jul 2025

Food was really good. I ordered the beef and chicken kabob with half rice and half salad. The chicken breast was juicy and every bite you can taste the marinade and juice coming out. The greek salad was good and so is their rice. My older son tried their lamb gyro place and he said it was good as well. My husband had the baby lamb chops and he said they are good. We also ordered their truffle fries for our youngest one and he loved them as well. All in all we are so satisfied with our orders. The service was great The servers are really nice. The ambiance is really good. Feels like you’re eating out in your garden. You have to wait for parking spot because parking is limited and there’s only a few spots you can use. Definitely found a go to Mediterranean place in the valley for my family.

Denise Kim

23 Jun 2025

Their portions are huuuge and the food really taste good! The staff who helped us were also really helpful and attentive. Will definitely come back soon!

J. D.

17 Jun 2025

Hidden gem in the valley. I went for the first time and was blown away by the quality and portions at this spot. Having grown up in the Middle East, I find I’m quite picky when it comes to mediterranean or Middle Eastern food. That being said this place hit the spot. I ordered the chicken kebab with side dips and my partner ordered the vegetarian meal. Both were exceptionally delicious. Would come back here in a heartbeat.

Peter Xaymountry

14 Jun 2025

I stopped by this Lemon Zest today to get my dinner. I heard about this place from another person who speaks highly about it so I was willing to give it a try. I like kabob so I was interested to see how this place is. I found parking easily in the small lot this place is in. When I walked inside, I was in their little dining area which isn't big but they have another space to the left where you can put in your to go order. I went with the Beef Lule Kabob plate with half rice and half Caesar salad. It took about 10 minutes or so to be ready and I went home to eat it. They give a lot of rice and the beef lule looks good. My plate also came with a pita bread but it was on the bottom of the rice and kabob so all the grease went on it. I thought he lule kabob was good and the rice. I only ate 1 stick of the lule kabob and was already full. I ate some of the pita bread but having all the grease on it didn't help. I was to come back, I would try their French fries and maybe gyro. The service was great when I was here while I was putting in my order and the lady walking over my order to me when it was ready.

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