Restaurant

Zaytinya

Mediterranean•Los Angeles•$$$$

Restaurant overview

Zaytinya landed in Culver City in December 2024 as the first West Coast outpost of José Andrés Group's beloved Eastern Mediterranean concept — and its arrival at The Shay hotel on Washington Blvd is not an accident of real estate.

4.7/5 · 439 Google reviews

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Zaytinya landed in Culver City in December 2024 as the first West Coast outpost of José Andrés Group's beloved Eastern Mediterranean concept — and its arrival at The Shay hotel on Washington Blvd is not an accident of real estate.

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Rating (Google) 4.7/5
439 reviews
Los Angeles
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4.7/5
Google rating
Based on 439 reviews
Best for
date night and cocktail
Price and pace
Splurge territory
Neighborhood
Los Angeles | 8801 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232, USA
Menu and ordering

Zaytinya menu: what to order

Start with the dishes below, drawn from the restaurant details and TastyPals notes available on this page. Zaytinya is listed in the Splurge territory price range. Menus, availability, and prices can change, so confirm current details before visiting.

Crispy Brussels Sprouts Afelia
Grilled Mediterranean octopus with marinated onions, capers, and yellow split pea purée
Garides Me Anitho (Buttery Shrimp with Dill)
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Why go

What makes Zaytinya worth the move

Zaytinya looks like a good night-out option in Los Angeles because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Crispy Brussels Sprouts Afelia and Grilled Mediterranean octopus with marinated onions, capers, and yellow split pea purée also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 4.7/5 Google rating across 439 Google reviews.

What to know fast

Public rating
4.7/5 from 439 Google reviews
Best for
date night and cocktail
Style
Mediterranean in Los Angeles
Spend
Splurge territory

Best for

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Google rating: 4.7/5 from 439 reviews
Popular dishes: Crispy Brussels Sprouts Afelia, Grilled Mediterranean octopus with marinated onions, capers, and yellow split pea purée, Garides Me Anitho (Buttery Shrimp with Dill)
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For now, Zaytinya holds a 4.7/5 rating across 439 Google reviews.

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Frequently asked questions

What cuisine does Zaytinya serve?

Zaytinya is a Mediterranean restaurant located in Los Angeles, Los Angeles. Zaytinya landed in Culver City in December 2024 as the first West Coast outpost of José Andrés Group's beloved Eastern Mediterranean concept — and its arrival at The Shay hotel on Washington Blvd is not an accident of real estate.

What is Zaytinya best for?

Zaytinya is best for cocktail, date night. Zaytinya looks like a good night-out option in Los Angeles because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Crispy Brussels Sprouts Afelia and Grilled Mediterranean octopus with marinated onions, capers, and yellow split pea purée also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 4.7/5 Google rating across 439 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Zaytinya?

Zaytinya is in the Splurge territory price range ($$$$). Google rating: 4.7/5 from 439 reviews

What should I order at Zaytinya?

Start with Crispy Brussels Sprouts Afelia, Grilled Mediterranean octopus with marinated onions, capers, and yellow split pea purée and Garides Me Anitho (Buttery Shrimp with Dill). These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Zaytinya worth visiting?

Zaytinya holds a 4.7/5 Google rating from 439 reviews. Zaytinya looks like a good night-out option in Los Angeles because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Crispy Brussels Sprouts Afelia and Grilled Mediterranean octopus with marinated onions, capers, and yellow split pea purée also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 4.7/5 Google rating across 439 Google reviews.

Where is Zaytinya located?

Zaytinya is located at 8801 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

Is Zaytinya good for a date night?

Yes — Zaytinya is tagged for date night dining. Zaytinya looks like a good night-out option in Los Angeles because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Crispy Brussels Sprouts Afelia and Grilled Mediterranean octopus with marinated onions, capers, and yellow split pea purée also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 4.7/5 Google rating across 439 Google reviews.

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