Zaytouna — Restaurant in Ontario

We ended up finally stopping in for a very late lunch. We found the renovations to be well lit, comfortable, clean, and inviting. The set up made me think of somewhere where I would really enjoy studying, working on something, or having a good chat. Very comfortable seating. There is one smaller washroom and one ♿ washroom that I quickly peeked into with reviewing in mind. Both were extremely clean, done up in inoffensive colours, and were neutral in odour.

The food itself was very good. Nice, fresh, well-balanced flavours with an ideal amount of protein and vegetable. The salads all looked delicious and we enjoyed what we had. The latte was delicious, although one employee was still being trained as a barista at the time of our visit and needed assistance in fulfilling our order. Very nice espresso machine, decent offering of other beverages, it's all very nice.

It could be said that things were a bit costly. 2 paninis, one salad, a San Pelligrino, large latte, and a slice of cheesecake totalled around $45. However, with the current economy, the fact that they renovated and opened a restaurant during lockdown, and that they have a comparable price-point to other local restaurants that I would compare them to-it really is just something to be accepted. I think my biggest complaint is that there would be very few options were I to bring my friend with celiac here. Also, an iced coffee option and house-made lemonade would be appreciated as we move into warmer weather.

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This is by far my favourite place to eat in town. Used to order it once a week for staff lunches. I can't say I've ever been unhappy with a meal from zaytuna. The food is healthy and delicious, made with love. The owner has always been very sweet and personable, and really cares about his customers. One of the workers, Sasha, has been an absolute delight every time I've stopped in. I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant!

My go to order in any of the paninis and the barley or quinoa salad, with a cappuccino or ice mochaccino 10/10, 5 stars,...

We went in before the Christmas parade in Pembroke, we bought 3 coffees and asked to use the bathroom. They told us the bathroom was out of service. Two minutes later a woman who obviously knew them came in and asked to use it, they talked to each other in another language and she was told to wait until the customers left. Once we left they let her use the bathroom. The coffee was good, service very slow, and because of this incident where they lied to paying customers, I will absolutely not be going back. Do not recommend if...