Za Za Slice — Restaurant in Dubai

Visited Za Za Slice based on multiple reviews online and posts on Instagram. I had ordered 4 slices of 4 different pizzas, which were Pepp, The Red, Alabama Smoke, and Tartufo. Now, all the pizzas had a lovely crust with no flop, which they definitely get points on. But the only pizza that truly stood out was Alabama Smoke. It was reminiscent of eating a delicious flavourful brisket! The other pizzas seemed average. The house hot honey was too sweet and definitely not hot at all.

I also ordered their Cacio E Pepe fries, which was recommended by the staff. It had to be the most bland fries I have ever tasted despite being slightly covered in sauce and cheese, and they were cold! I requested the chef to heat up the fries, and the reply I received was "we can't do that," which was so bizarre. I did not request new fries by the way, I just asked them to microwave it or something to make it hot. I couldn't help but notice that other people's order of the same item contained more of sauce and parmesan cheese, so I asked if I could get more sauce. To which they gave me 1, and guess what? It was very cold! Perfect to pair with my cold fries!

Now they have a good atmosphere, the fact that you are facing the kitchen and see the pizzas being sliced and whatnot. The staff wasn't great. They were a lot of them at the place, and once they take your order, they don't actually check on you at all, not even once.

All in all, the place is just way overhyped,...

A Slice of Disappointment: When Hype Fizzles Out

The anticipation of a well-crafted slice is one of life’s simplest yet greatest pleasures. And so, with measured excitement, we stepped into this much-lauded establishment, placing a takeaway order for two pepperoni slices—intended for immediate consumption in the car, where true judgment is often passed in silence, bite by bite.

When the box arrived—larger than necessary for its modest contents—we lifted the lid to find slices of unremarkable stature, their 25-dirham price tag demanding more than mere adequacy. The crust, while palatable, bore the telltale signs of a past life in the oven—reheated, rather than freshly blistered. The cheese? Dry, devoid of the indulgent elasticity that defines a truly great slice. And the tomato sauce? Lacking the vibrancy and tang that should serve as the very heartbeat of a pizza. It sat there, uninspired and uninspiring.

The one saving grace? The beef pepperoni—robust, well-seasoned, and the only element that hinted at a more ambitious intent. Yet, even this couldn’t salvage the whole.

In a city where pizza offerings are abundant and varied, this was, at best, a passable effort, but by no means deserving of the fervent praise it seems to enjoy. For the price, the quality, and the experience? Hardly...

Visited Zaza Slice with a group of friends and while the 40-minute wait for a table was a bit long, the overall experience made up for it. The location is fantastic — beautiful views of the city and a lively vibe that makes it a great hangout spot.

What We Tried: • Alabama Smoke Pizza: Easily the highlight of the night! Packed with rich, smoky flavors and topped with a delicious Alabama BBQ drizzle — an absolute must-try. • Pepp Pizza: A solid, classic pepperoni with tomato sauce and a cheese blend. Tasty, but nothing out of the ordinary. • The Red: A flavorful combo of tomato sauce, creamy stracciatella cheese, and a unique touch of house hot honey. Interesting flavor profile that worked well. • Tri Color Pizza: Visually appealing and flavorful — a blend of cheeses, pink and tomato sauces, with a pesto swirl. Light and tasty.

Doughballs were soft and fluffy, served with three dips: truffle with burrata, pesto, and red sauce. Nice, but didn’t stand out much beyond the dips.

Fries (Truffle & Cacio e Pepe): Honestly, a bit underwhelming. Would have preferred simple seasoned fries instead.

Despite the wait and average sides, the Alabama Smoke pizza alone is worth coming back for. Zaza Slice is definitely a one-time must-visit, and we’d gladly return for another slice (or two) of that...