Yalda Europaallee — Restaurant in Zurich

We had Yalda on our radar and unplanned tried it out yesterday. Buffet and the place looked really nice and we were excited to finally try the food. What a disappointment! I will not comment the food since some people might like it, but for us it was less authentic than expected. The problem was the bill since we payed for the weight of a very heavy plate together with the food on it- not cool at all! After complaining about the weight listed on the bill (it was over 700g for one spoon of salad, one spoon of some kind of chickpeas dish, one puff-pastry triangle and a spoon of baked pumpkin- unfortunately, we have no photos to share), we were told that even though Yalda also serves meet, it is cheaper than similar (popular) restaurants in Zürich?!?! The thing is, we often eat in these “more expensive” restaurants and we were never ever over charged like this! I don’t remember last time we felt as cheated...

I recently visited with a friend Yalda on Europaallee in Zurich and had a pleasant experience. Overall, I would recommend this place. Yalda offers an open buffet which has lots of food options. I loved the Lebanese starter dishes (baba ganoush) and the moussaka. I wasn't excited by the hummus types and found them tasteless. The location, as everything in this area, was great too - easy to find because close to the train station. It's a place to go if you have children, as the furniture is modern and comfortable. The service was polite and friendly, although it was self-service. The only downside was the price, in my opinion, is expensive for...

We just had dinner there tonight and I absolutely loved it! The food was so good! everything was fresh and full of flavor, and the hummus was especially delicious. 😋

The interior is beautiful and cozy, with super comfy chairs that make you want to stay a little longer. It’s such a nice spot to unwind, and the location right near Zürich Main Station makes it super convenient too. The staff were friendly and welcoming, which made the whole evening even better. Honestly, what I loved most (aside from the hummus!) was the vibe of the place.. stylish, warm, and just the right mix of modern and comfy.

Definitely a spot I’ll be...