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The 10 best Levantine restaurants in Zurich

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The cuisine of the Middle East seduces with a variety of aromatic delicacies, whose strong spices and fresh herbs take the palate on an enjoyable journey to the Orient. Whether Israeli, Syrian or Lebanese, discover in this Falstaff best list which Zurich restaurants celebrate Levantine cuisine in the most authentic way.

Zizi Hattab combines Spanish-Moroccan roots for her purely plant-based dishes. Crispy oyster mushrooms, aromatic spices and baklava with yoghurt ice cream meet a modern, cosy ambience that invites you to share and linger.

Weststraße 20, 8003 Zurich, Switzerland

The restaurant, run by cult chef Elif Oskan, serves aromatic and colourful dishes to share. Here, authentic Turkish cuisine is combined with a metropolitan flair. Thanks to the hospitality, you will not only be full, but also happy.

Tellstrasse 22, 8004 Zurich, Switzerland

Sharing moments of pleasure is part of the programme at NENI. Oriental cuisine is realised with an international twist. The late riser breakfast with cheese and oriental shakshuka à discrétion is a great idea. Excellent brunch offer at the weekend.

Langstrasse 150, 8004 Zurich, Switzerland

Those who love Lebanese cuisine will be spoilt for choice here. The tables bend under all the delicacies from the Middle East, which will delight meat eaters and vegetarians alike. Warm hospitality and a sumptuous selection of wines make the experience perfect.

Badenerstrasse 78, 8004 Zurich, Switzerland

Fresh, savoury and unforgettable - mezze is the heart of the cuisine at Sham. The delicacies transform every table into a sea of colours and flavours. The dishes are based on Syrian recipes and instantly satisfy any wanderlust for the Middle East.

Konradstrasse 6, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland

Damas in Zurich smells of wanderlust: creamy hummus, spicy muhammara and grilled kebabs fresh from the lava stone. Syrian cuisine full of life, colour and flavour, served in a warm atmosphere - Damas takes you on a journey to Damascus.

Josefstrasse 151, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland

Délices de l'Orient is a small takeaway snack bar with a few seats. It serves excellent Syrian and Lebanese mezze, fine falafel, and a shawarma sandwich that is often described as one of the best in the city.

Aemtlerstrasse 18, 8003 Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich's Musti Grill is known for its ocakbasi charcoal grill. Here you can enjoy freshly prepared specialities such as Adana Sis, Pide or Lahmacun in a modern, cosy atmosphere. The lamb and veal kebabs are prepared by hand.

Saumackerstrasse 48, 8048 Zurich, Switzerland