Zhug - Cleveland Heights

The staff was extremely friendly at this restaurant and the food was both healthy and not overly salty. The waitress even let us try different spices with the hummus. The Zhung Sangria was delicious and the tahini ice cream was incredibly creamy. The cod cake was soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. I was so absorbed in the amazing food and atmosphere that I forgot to take pictures of all the dishes, but I highly recommend this place!

Zhug offers the ultimate Middle Eastern dining experience in Cleveland. Their small plate, tapas-style sharing concept allows you to taste all of the amazing flavors they have to offer. The menu is diverse and caters to all dietary needs, with an extensive cocktail and drink selection. The modern atmosphere features candlelit tables, music playing overhead, and minimalist decor. Most items are gluten-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

This was my third visit to the restaurant and I do not plan on returning anytime soon. The service was slow, we missed out on one course, and the bill seemed incorrect, so I will be disputing it with my credit card company. However, I appreciate that the management at Zhug reached out to address my concerns and are making an effort to improve in the future.

Fairly pricy and a bit noisy on Friday night (both the music and patrons). Fantastic food and service, though!

Zhug isn’t just dinner it’s an event! Went again last weekend with my friend and we spent a while here indulging in a drink and several small plates. Zhug does a great job pacing. We ordered all our food at once, but they brought it out as each was ready, giving us time to enjoy each one a bit before the next arrived. Zhug has plenty of vegetarian options and some vegan ones a lot of their vegetarian options can be made vegan though. Very accommodating. Can’t wait to go back!!!