Zaffi Sydney in Sydney

Little Hunter St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

★★★★☆
(359 reviews)
Categories: Lebanese restaurant Bar

About

Late-night Lebanese restaurant Zaffi opens on Little Hunter St in Sydney's CBD

Website
zaffisydney.com.au
Address
Little Hunter St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Plus Code
46M5+W4 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney

Business Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
12 PM–4 AM
Saturday
5 PM–4 AM
Sunday
Closed

Services

Service options
Takeaway Dine-in Delivery
Highlights
Live music
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet Assistive hearing loop Wheelchair-accessible car park
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Halal food Late-night food Small plates Spirits Vegan options Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Dessert
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Parking
Paid parking lot Paid street parking

Photos

Reviews

4.2
★★★★☆
359 reviews

Most Mentioned

cocktails (16) birthday (16) entertainment (13) banquet (13) set menu (8) mario (7) drums (7) club (6) halloumi (6) felt (6)
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★★
December 21, 2024

While the food at this restaurant was enjoyable, our anniversary dinner was unfortunately marred by a few significant issues. Firstly, a large group of guests were seated very close to our table, making it difficult to move and enjoy our meal comfortably. Secondly, we experienced some inconsiderate service, with the waiter bumping into us twice while we were waiting at the bathroom. This created a rather unpleasant and unrefined atmosphere, especially considering we were expecting a more refined dining experience

★★★
December 20, 2024

Fun spot to go for a meal with friends - you are just not really going to be able to chat to them. The food is tasty, the service is friendly and prompt. But it is loud. We were there on a Friday and the DJ played great music but too loud to have a conversation with my friends. If you are there to have a fun night, with abundant tasty food, with a bit of dancing and no chatting then this place is for you.

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

Went there for my birthday over the weekend and had an absolutely amazing time! The hospitality was amazing from when I called to make a booking to when we all left. A big thank you to Anes who looked after my friends and I and made sure we had an amazing night! The food was great value for the set menu options and there was a great upbeat energy that you could feel as soon as you walked into the room. The music was such a vibe with a Lebanese/RnB twist that got everyone up on their feet! The drums came out at about 10:30pm which was one of the highlights of the night. If you’re looking for a great place to celebrate your next event or even for a fun night out Zaffi is definitely the place to be🥳

★★★★
November 11, 2024

We went on a weeknight which had a reduced footprint. On the weekend they have entertainment and music so the atmosphere amplifies. The food did not disappoint. With good flavours and excellent cocktails. It’s a little elevated Lebanese cuisine to a typical place. Excellent service. All in all a great place in a good location.

★★★★★
October 3, 2024

Their Express Menu is excellent value as it includes 7 dishes so you can try a bit of everything. I really enjoyed every bite of it, especially the oven baked bread & Tuna Fatteh. Love the pink vibe here.

★★★★★
August 12, 2024

I came here on a Saturday to celebrate my birthday and had a great time. Amie from bookings was very kind accomodating my friends and I on a last minute request. I felt like the service was a bit slow because it took some time for them to come to our table to bring menus and later to take our order. But the food was amazing! We had the hummus (not too acidic, which I loved), burrata, fried pita and manoush bread. The halloumi with honey was delicious and definitely my favourite! The DJ arrived around 8:30pm and the vibes were 🤌🏻🤌🏻 great music, it got everyone dancing. Would 100% be back here 😁

★★★★★
August 10, 2024

Awesome vibey Lebanese restaurant in the cbd. Everything you’d expect from a middle eastern experience - loud music, great vibes, fun service and delicious food! The assortment of breads was amazing but my favourites were kibbeh which went so good with the bread. The steak was so delicious and one of the best I’ve had this year, the prawn and scallops were plump and packed with great flavours too! Apparently this turns into a dance floor later in the evening but unfortunately we didn’t stay long enough to experience it, maybe next time!

★★★★★
July 27, 2024

Nice music and ambiance, the staff are friendly and approachable. Food was good. Represents good flavors, fresh ingredients and serve size was good.

★★★★★
December 22, 2024

One of the best little hotspots in Sydney. 100% should check it out

December 21, 2024

Dj on Friday is not good.

★★
Local Guide
December 20, 2024

Overpriced and average food. This place is like a mediocre nightclub. The prices are high and the service is poor. The staff are sarcastic and aggressive.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 16, 2024

What can I say best place to go in Sydney! It offers an exceptional dining experience that seamlessly blends authentic Lebanese flavors with a vibrant atmosphere. The menu, crafted by Executive Chef Graeme Hunt, features standout dishes like grilled halloumi drizzled with Blue Mountains honey and Lebanese thyme za atar, as well as slow-cooked short ribs complemented by pomegranate dressing. The restaurant s interior exudes industrial chic, with exposed brick walls and plush seating, creating an inviting space for various occasions. The ground-floor dining area provides a relaxed setting, while the downstairs section transforms into a lively late-night venue, complete with neon lighting and communal tables, encouraging patrons to dance and celebrate into the early hours. Open until 4 am on weekends, Zaffi stands out as a premier late-night destination. The staff s warm hospitality enhances the overall experience, making every visit memorable. For those seeking a unique fusion of delectable Lebanese cuisine and dynamic nightlife, Zaffi is the place to be.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 2, 2024

Food here was decent, could have been a better quality spread for the banquet. Service was attentive and they kept drinks flowing. Music was WAY too loud though so we could barely have a conversation at the dinner table. If you want to charge up before a night out, probably the best to go.

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Always a great experience at Zaffi!! From the delicious food, drinks and fun atmosphere... Killer entertainment. I will DEFINITELY be back again. ANDDDD the staff are always so friendly and welcoming tooo x love it

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Amazing staff 10/10

Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Very disappointed we came for a 30th and they literally gave our table away and kicked us out after 2 hrs when we were promised the table for the night.

★★★★
November 23, 2024

Great food, fun vibes, attentive staff. Just can get a little tight for space when the dancefloor part opens up which does make it feel a little cluttered at times. But recommend for big groups.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

We had the amazing carmen tonight for our 1st time here and she didnt disappointed 10/10 Food

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Zaffi is an amazing and fun restaurant! We celebrated my husband Danny s birthday and everything was fantastic. Ricki and Anes went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time, they were so friendly and accommodating. The food was absolutely delicious, and the music added to the lively atmosphere, making the whole experience unforgettable. Highly recommend Zaffi for a top night out with great food, service, and vibes!

★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Went for an event, the space is quite nice but can be a bit small for larger events. The booths are nice place to sit and the staff are really nice. Entrance is down a little alley, but overall a good place to be and hang out

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Always the best atmosphere and friendliest team!

★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Unfortunately if your an early seating, youre rushed out! Food was good but definitely not enough for the cost. You also lose your table and seating when the music and dancing begin. Definitely not for the older and less mobile people.

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

Best experience amazing stuff ! Great food

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

Amazing atmosphere and service was incredible. Special thanks to Julia for a great night!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

I have been there on Saturday night and good atmosphere, great food and very professional staff specially ABODE . He was great. Highly recommend.

October 23, 2024

Abysmal to deal with. Rude, awful communication skills, and absolutely no integrity. Booking dinner almost two months in advance was apparently too difficult so we had to book elsewhere. We were informed that they wouldnt honour their agreement to have no time limit on our booking, after agreeing to get the most expensive banquet for almost 15 people.

October 23, 2024

Zaffi Sydney had the worst customer service. I had called to cancel a reservation as unexpected plans came up. They were not understanding at all, the person on the phone proceeded to scream at me over the phone for canceling my booking. Had I known the workers treated customers like this I would have never come and will spread the word for this horrible experience.

October 23, 2024

If I could rate Zaffi a zero I would. The restaurant is not a restaurant or a bar, it s a club apparently. No where on their website does it advertise as a club. Due to this reason, we had issues that we had one 17 year old with us, even though she was with responsible adults. Nonetheless, the staff are rude and abrupt, I have never felt more disrespected by restaurant owners in my life. The inability to communicate is ridiculous. I am aware of multiple people, including myself, who have attending Zaffi underage, and there has never been an issue. They claim they are a licensed small bar downstairs, although in government acts, it sets out legislation that a minor can be present in a small bar with a responsible adult. Although, apparently the law doesn t matter at Zaffi, they make their own rules depending on how they feel that day. We were then seated upstairs, which I was never aware of in my booking also, where the speakers barely work and the entertainment is nonexistent, despite claiming they re known for entertainment. The only entertainment I recieved was a grown man, yelling and screaming at me despite my calm approach to the situation. Aside from the horrible staff, the service is awful. They cleared out entrees after 15 minutes, and mains after 20. We never recieved dessert, even though we paid for the banquet, which also was apparently never recorded in my booking? Despite multiple text messages, stating my requests. None of my family members, friends or myself will ever attend Zaffi again, despite being multiple times before. If you want your night to be ruined, as my sisters hens night was, come to Zaffi Sydney!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Nice place!! Better to go earlier that later is too bussy. For food go early, for party late is fine.

Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Where do I begin. Last night my sister in law specifically booked a booth weeks in advance for her birthday. We arrive and they seat us on a makeshift table under the aircon duct which was not a fun experience- do they want us to get sick? When we approached the useless manager he was pretty much like too bad we don t have any booths free . What kind of response is that? We were obligated to order the set menu because we were a group of 8. For $89 per person you can expect to have your entrees on the table for exactly 10 minutes before they take them off even while you re still eating them - what the hell??? Also for 8 people you would think they would bring out more than 2 plates of one fish fillet and 2 plates of beef for a main? Quite stingy I believe. Adding insult to injury the venue was most definitely over its capacity and I believe my video evidence will support this when submitted to the liquor and gaming department. Also what is the point of having security when intoxicated patrons can grind up on young vulnerable women trying to enjoy their meal and not do anything about it? I am very disappointed and will not be coming back. P.s. the dj plays the same cycle of songs every 2 hours so I suggest you find some songs other than the ones on tik tok to add to your playlist. Not going to lie the drums were pretty good though. There are plenty of other places where you can get the authentic Lebanese night club experience that are actually worth your money and time. Don t bother with this place.

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

Had the best experience, the staff was very sweet, got the food and drinks very quickly. The music was everything. 100% would come back.

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

Amazing food, drinks and vibe.

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

Delicious food, great atmosphere, highly recommend!

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

Had my bday here and everything was fantastic. Hostess and staff were amazing. Great night!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Zaffi Sydney delivers a standout Lebanese dining experience. The set menu impresses with a refreshing Lebanese beer, flavorful Tuna Fatteh, crispy Fired Cauliflower, smooth Hummus, creamy Burrata, and perfectly baked Manoush Bread. Every dish is a delight, making Zaffi a must-visit for lovers of authentic Lebanese food. Highly recommended!

September 23, 2024

Food is nice, but to spicy. However there service is very dispointing and needs to be improved. I dont recommend this place for a function as they had a hard time catering for 15. The place is only a cash grab

September 23, 2024

Don t go here if you want to leave hungry. Despite ordering the $89-per-person banquet for 11 people, we only received food meant for 4, yet we were charged for 11. The menu indicates the servings are for 2 people minumum, but they clearly dont accommodate the number of guests they claim to. This felt like a blatant attempt to maximise profit. Communication was poor, and the managers demeanor was less than professional. In a reputable establishment, its understood that dishes are shared between 2 people, not 4, especially when portions are minimal. AND they tried to charge us for the $120 pp banquet first try when they brought out our bill, even tho we did not ask for that menu.

September 23, 2024

From the start of the booking we weren t told that the express menu meant that we had to be out within the hour. This was brought to our attention via email hours before our booking. So we called the venue to confirm what s happening. We accepted that we had a limited time and all was fine. We arrived early and the lady at the door was lovely. Shown our seats and ordered drinks while we waited for our guests arrived. On a number of occasions the head waiter was telling us that we needed to start to bring the food out. Mind you there are 4 of us out of the 9 attending. The guests arrived minutes later and food was arriving to the table. From that moment onwards we were reminded that the time is limited and I was almost choking on my food with anxiety! The head waiter was rude and made our evening unenjoyable and rushed. The booking shouldn t have been taken if you can t offer good service and great customer service. Contact me if you need any further information about our experience. Reply - I asked to pay extra on the evening and it was declined due to a booking after us. We never asked for 2 hrs it was a 1 hr package. I am not sure what your talking about regarding blackmail but you are very aggressive .

September 23, 2024

Never ever go here! Terrible customer service. It was a birthday party for my daughter and was booked for 9 people. From the start we were told we only have 1hr to eat and leave. Nothing about this was mentioned on booking, apparently its an express menu We were more then happy to order outside this menu but was told on the night the table is already booked in an hr . Staff dont know the menu nor the drinks Super crowded Aggressive waiter contently reminding us we have an hour to eat, the waiter told us at least 6 times. Small venue with over priced food and drinks. Not much to no walking pace in venue and very loud environment. Definitely never recommend this venue to anyone. To your reply.. Yes we knew about it on the actual day that is why I called you to confirm. You were happy to honor it . Its not about budget constraints it was about honoring your booking. You had a choice to provide great customer service which would have been memorable. You had a choice to decline the booking it doesnt give you the right to be aggressive and rude. Please dont make assumptions on people when you have no right. Also we arrived early, our party was not late and the hour is for us to use . Thankyou for all your advise on places to go and definitely will try Groupon because I can guarantee a much better service and definitely professional business management. Thankyou again for great advise Definitely will send my money at venues that regardless of price value customer service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Love this place! So much fun! Great environment, great food! I highly recommend going with a group of your friends for a good time!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Amazing food, great vibes and sick music. Love it when they brought out the drums, such a great vibe. It is a great venue to take out your friends on a Friday or Saturday night. But again the food WAS BANGINGGG

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

Best Lebanese place in Sydney City and the food is exceptional for what you pay. See you next week Zaffi !!

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

Amazing vibe, definitely worth a visit

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Food and service was superb!!

August 23, 2024

Absolutely horrified by my experience at Zaffi Restaurant. Upon booking this restaurant online it specifically says you have no control over where you re seated. When we arrived the crammed us into a tiny space right next to a rowdy birthday party, where people were literally standing over us as we tried to eat. When we complained they told us you have to book months in advance to sit downstairs or specify your seat which is not clear when you book online. The unbearable stench of body odour was with us the whole night thanks to guests standing over us during dinner time instead of sitting down and eating like you re supposed to at a restaurant. We told the manager multiple times that we were uncomfortable and he pretty much said deal with it. The whole situation was revolting. To top it all off, a crawling bug emerged from my cauliflower! The waiter casually picked it out with his fingers and whisked the plate away, as if that was an acceptable solution. Disgusted beyond words. Avoid this place at all costs.

August 23, 2024

This has got to be the most unprofessional restaurant/bar I have EVER had to deal with!!! I booked at table at 7:15pm for a set menu dinner, confirmed using the link they sent me AND confirmed again when they called, only for them to change my booking the day before my birthday dinner without my approval to 10pm. I attempted multiple times to call and discuss the matter of my booking only to not receive any response back. So I spent all night stressing, having to finding a restaurant who can take last minute bookings. The next day, after I ve booked for a dinner at another place at a REASONABLE time, theyve changed my booking back to 7:15pm. I ve messaged, asking them to change it back to 10pm without a set menu as I ve already accommodated my night to suit the new booking that I ve never consent to, to which they ve agreed. We rock up to the place at 10pm for our table that we ve BOOKED only for them to say they have NO TABLE and are only prioritising those who booked for set menus. Long story short, I never got my table that they ve promised. This place is an absolute joke - thank you zaffis for causing me so much stress. I will never recommend this place to anyone. An absolute waste of my time!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Joh and the team at Zaffi Sydney provides exceptional customer service! Their attention to detail and friendly demeanor made my experience truly enjoyable. Joh went above and beyond to ensure I found exactly what I needed and made helpful recommendations along the way. Johs professionalism and knowledge made me feel confident in my choices. I highly recommend visiting Zaffi Sydney.

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Joh at Zaffi Sydney is a gem! Her customer service skills are outstanding - she greeted me with a warm smile and took the time to understand my needs. Johs patience and expertise made my shopping experience effortless and enjoyable. She was incredibly helpful in guiding me through their selection and offered valuable insights that helped me make the right decision. If youre looking for top-notch service and a pleasant shopping experience, Joh at Zaffi Sydney is the person to see!

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Visiting Zaffi Sydney was a delight, largely thanks to Johs exceptional customer service. She greeted me warmly and took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for. Johs product knowledge is impressive; she guided me through the options with patience and enthusiasm, ensuring I found the perfect choice. Her friendly demeanor and helpful attitude made my shopping experience truly enjoyable. I highly recommend Joh at Zaffi Sydney for anyone seeking outstanding service and a pleasant shopping atmosphere!

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Such a good night. Loved the food and drinks. Special thanks to Jo for her service, unreal! Can t wait to return.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

A great experience on a Saturday night with friends. The food and drinks were absolutely delicious and well presented! Service and atmosphere was great too! We got the $120pp banquet and my god it was amazing!!

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

We loved the vibes so much and Julia the amazing waiter

★★★★
August 23, 2024

Julia is lovely and the perfect person to serve us for a birthday

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Amazing vibe !. delicious food!!

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

The food was amazing, staff were so friendly and the manager (Thomas) was very accommodating too. Overall amazing night! Definitely will come back again! 11/10. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Great food. Would be back soon for sure

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Chanced upon this gem! I had a delightful experience. The service was great, knowledgeable and attentive without being intrusive. The food impressed from start to finish and cocktails were great too:)

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

AMAZING EXPERIENCE AT THIS RESTAURANT!!! Only thing better than the food was the service!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

I love coming here! The food is always amazing and the staff are always incredibly nice and welcoming.

August 23, 2024

I recently dined at zaffi with a group of eight, and unfortunately, it was a disappointing experience. The hospitality was lackluster, and it felt like a real rip-off for what we received. To start, we were surprised to find that for our group of eight, we were only provided with two desserts, which were quite frankly, subpar. The food overall was nothing to write home about; it lacked creativity and flavor, leaving us all underwhelmed. Furthermore, it was so crowded that you couldn t even walk around comfortably, which made the atmosphere quite unpleasant. The prices for alcohol were exorbitant, and we felt they were taking advantage of us. To add insult to injury, we were charged for water, despite being in a package deal. It s hard to believe that in this day and age, a restaurant would impose such charges on basic necessities. Additionally, we faced an unexpected $100 cancellation fee for two people who couldn t make it. We had informed the restaurant earlier that morning, not just 15 minutes before our arrival, which made this fee all the more frustrating. Overall, I would not recommend this place based on this experience. The combination of poor hospitality, mediocre food, high prices, and an overcrowded environment left a sour taste. There are plenty of other dining options that offer better value and service.

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Amazing food and perfect service! Cant wait to come back

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Great food and atmosphere. Looking forward to coming back next time!

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Food is so yummm and the staff are all so welcoming and friendly:)) The venue is also such a vibe, pretty and well organised! Male manager is super helpful as well, he definitely knows what he s doing Already craving the prawns and cocktails so looks like I ll be back asap

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Excellent! Yummy food, worth visiting!

★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Great selection of dishes, with some non-alcoholic cocktail options available. Food was tasty and the portion sizes generous. Might have been that specific evening, but the atmosphere was a bit quiet.

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

An incredible experience for my husbands birthday. Ticks all the boxes for food, vibe and an all round great night! Special mention to Jo, a great hostess

August 23, 2024

After waiting in the cold outside for some time we were seated in the corner where the dance floor is supposed to be. The owner later had the Audacity to call and abuse one of us for posting a honest review

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

What a place

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Amazing food and service! Jo amazing serving

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Jo is amazing !!!

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Shoutout to Mario and Tiana for the best night and food ever!

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Amazing night out! Food was OMG. Lamb was the highlight

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Zaffi and the one and only Rick are one of a kind you can t find a better place in Sydney !!

July 23, 2024

Absolutely dreadful experience. Despite having a reservation, we were asked to stand in a long line. The management is completely disorganised and clearly has no respect for their customers time. I would strongly advise avoiding this restaurant at all costs.

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

We had such a great girls night at Zaffi! The service from the staff, the food and the entertainment was amazing. A special thank you to Johannah and Rikki for looking after us all night and checking up on us to make sure everything was all good. We will definitely be back!!

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

I recently hosted a company event at Zaffi, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. The team at Zaffi was incredibly helpful and accommodating throughout the entire process. They catered to our every need with ease and professionalism. The food, service, and atmosphere all contributed to making the event truly memorable. Special thanks to Chady, Thomas, and Abuddie for going above and beyond to ensure the event was spectacular. I highly recommend Zaffi for both corporate and private events.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Very friendly service . Great atmosphere

July 23, 2024

Front reception is so rude and not welcoming Not worth the money Bad service Seating so cheap Food is bad Never again

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Man it was such a nice vibe I would definitely be going again! And can I just say Chady is a hunky dory.

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

I had the pleasure of dining at Zafi last night, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was warm and inviting, setting the perfect mood for an evening out. The attention to detail in both the food and the overall dining experience was impressive. Chady made our experience very personal. We will be excited to come back very soon.

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Favourite place to go out in Sydney, the food is also amazing! On a Friday or Saturday night, the vibes are electric! 10/10 experience, could not recommend more!

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Great vibes, great people and the greatest service by Thomas! Highly recommend!

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Thomas is the best!!! Most amazing service, definitely recommend

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Awsome place . Great food . Great atmosphere jo was so awsome

★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

I had special girls night out and we were given small table barely fits 3 people and we were 5. There was not enough space to move or order more than 3 plates. Very squishy place. Also, we had to wait 45min from our reservation time to get our table ready. The Ambience nice & the food we ordered is good too.

July 23, 2024

Bad management they made us wait 45 mins and then gave us small table and promised us to move us to Another table at 10pm and again waited 30 mins to move us it was my 4th time at zaffi and will be last time

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Highly recommended

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Food was too good

July 23, 2024

Ok where shall I start with this restaurant! The service was ordinary and quite rude, we made a reservation for 5 ppl for a hens party and they gave us a table which would only fit 2 people at most, and on top of that we had to wait about 40 minutes to be seated. Eventually they found a bigger table for us, though this was after we had already finished eating. We had ordered two bottles of wine which were left on our old table and thrown away. As an apology we were given a glass of pretty ordinary house wine each. We didn t drink much but we all felt pretty terrible the next day. The food was also fairly overpriced. So needless to say, I would not recommend this place.

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

We had a very beautiful experience in Zaffi this week. We had dinner with my siblings and husband and everything was amazing. The food, service, atmosphere were perfect!!! We were all happy and we couldn t wait to dine in again soon.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Thankyou so much for a fantastic evening. Special shoutout to the bartender Julia who was just such a delight serving us:)

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Super friendly atmosphere and loads of fun! People are dancing on the tables hahaha. Love it!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Everything was amazing, food, drink, vibes and our waitress Julia

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

We had the best time at Zaffi!! The food and vibes were perfect for a girls night and our server Julia was amazing! Will definitely be coming back

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

I have great night best service with Jo best

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

All thanks to Jo, she made the night

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Jo is very nice she made the night

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Amazing and plentiful food - friendly and very efficient staff!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Good food Good service Awesome atmosphere Food : 5/5

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

My girl fiends and I decided to take our mums out for a girls night at zaffi and honestly had the best time ever food and services 10/10. Shout out to our waiter Mario who was looking after us and made our experience the best. Food

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Staff, atmosphere and hospitality was amazing Thank you for a unforgettable experience Food

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

The food is what got me attracted to this place the rest is a bonus. I will leave it to your imagination

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Yesterday, my friends and I had the pleasure of dining at ZAffI, and it was an absolute delight! The food was simply incredible, with standout dishes like the hummus and manosh bread stealing the spotlight. But what truly set this restaurant apart was the impeccable service provided by our waiter, Mario and the entire staff for making our evening truly special. Our experience, was nothing short of amazing We cant wait to return!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Zaffi was great, the service was amazing. The food was beautiful. However the crowd was a little too young and it was really squashy.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Group of 5 at 630 seemed a little quiet but the service was great. Little quiet but respected our quintet and chatting (group of 5 girls). Mario was our waiter for the night and his service and communication was impeccable. Always checked in with us to see if we needed anything and if the food was ok. If you re loookign for 90s party vibe but want to sit down and chill and party reccomend this place. Mario is a wonderful asset to the team. Thanks for making our night out memorable.

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

So much fun,Food tasted amazing. Mario was just amazing

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

First time at zaffi sydney but deffinatly not the last. Food was great, entertainment was just as good and couldnt fault the service.was a night to remember enjoyed by all and a must repeat. Thankyou you Zaffi Food

June 23, 2024

If I could rate this place 0 stars I would!!! So many problems starting off with squished seating 2nd of all we called up prior to attending the place and told them if we have someone who s 17.5 yrs old with a legal guardian would we still be able to attend, they clarified yes as long as the parent was also attending. We went there checked all of our ID including the 17.5 year old they sat us down brought out the food and heaps of rounds of drinks and then decided to kick us out because we had an under 18 there???? And also did not notify us that there could not be under 18s after 10pm when to start off with they knew our reservation was at 10:30pm To me it looks like they just wanted the money. After kicking us out and making us all look like a joke he told us we could go back in if he saw the ID Terrible place will never be attending ever again EDIT in response to your response because I m somehow blocked from telling the truth I did have 2 legal guardians with us there actually and we proved that before entering the premises so quit the lies Yous don t deserve us to pay almost 2k on not even an hour of us being there

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Great food, experience and night life. Highly recommended

★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Was here last night Food - was quite good , for $95 per head there wasn t much more than a few salads and dips and the lamb was quite fatty I personally wouldn t come here just for dinner , but you come for the experience as a whole The service - was good The vibe of the place is really fun though ! However I was disappointed as for a Lebanese venue I was expecting more Arabic music but it was predominantly English . Dj was ok but random music at times , he would play Britney Spears and then half way through it would change to some hip hop track that just didn t mix well But all in all if you want a fun night out this place won t disappoint

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

The best restaurant me and the boys ate at.. very nice food and staff, friendly people and the very fun night. I highly recommend this restaurant to everyone who wants to have a good night and good fun. Special thanks to Chad for helping us with organising the night for me and my friends. He was very helpful and respectful to us. Thanks again Chad

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

The lady at the door, her name is Joe she is so wonderful. The service is incredible. Will be back ! 5 stars !

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Such a great place! The food and cocktails were amazing! We shared a bunch of appetizers between the four of us and that provided us with plenty of food! The manoosh khabaz was a definite hit, followed by the cauliflower and the eggplant. Honestly, every dish was delectable. Would highly recommend.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Best atmosphere in Sydney. Special shout out to Ricky who served us!

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Mario is amazing! Great service

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Incredible venue! Special thanks to Ricky and Mario!

★★★★
April 23, 2024

Its a very beautiful place, the only thing is that its too loud due to the small space and it became too hot became they keep accepting access even though it was full house

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

The service was amazing, all staff were friendly and accommodating especially Jo! She attended to all our needs. Will definitely be going back!

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

We stumbled across this venue and had a wonderful time dancing to authentic music! The vibe was so friendly and welcoming. Thanks to Johanna for showing us to the dance floor with live Lebanese music and drumming. We didn t eat but had fun dancing!

★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Felt like I was at a middle eastern wedding! Loved it. Such a unique experience, excellent service, entertainment and food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Zaffi is by far one of the best spots in Sydney right now! The food is amazing, the atmosphere and vibe will make your night out one to remember! Highly recommend! Thanks to the Zaffi team for their service and accommodating our group s every need and request, we will definitely be back soon!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

First time here and it was a raining evening with all table taken at the street level of the restaurant. This was manned by one staff member who never missed a beat. Service with a smile, efficient and just delivered everything with a smile. Deddy kudos to you. Food was good. Represents good flavours, fresh ingredients and serve size was generous. Really enjoyed our evening and it shall soon become a regular. Thank you Vegetarian options: Plenty of vegetarian options

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Great ambience food and great service will return!

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

10.++ From the door service girl who was so beautifully nice and helpful to the table service - accommodating, friendly and helpful - I have to say, all staff member were so friendly and helpful - no request , was difficult for them. , the food was SOOOOO good - and I m picky - it was fresh, the food had flavor - making everything they bought out that we ordered , delicious - Accompanying the ambiance and drink, mixing - which we had a special request for the cocktail -again it was not a choir for the staff NOTHING , nothing was too hard for the team, this created a beautiful experience - Thank you bringing back service with a smile and the meaning of hospitality Great job guys Thank you

April 23, 2024

We made a booking for our cousins bucks night. The reservation was booked for 10:30. Then they changed it to 10:45 we got there by 10:40 and they still wasnt ready. We stayed there till 11:10 waiting outside all 12 of us. They tried to give us shoots as an apology, which was appreciated. But the way they approached this and told us 5 more mins every time we asked was not good. Highly not recommended, I dont know about the service inside. But we waited outside for 30mins and still didnt get our tables. We ended going somewhere else and had a good night. Update.. the venue sent us an email the next morning. Saying we canceled our reservation ourselves.. what a joke

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

One Of the Most Iconic Mediterranean clubs in the city which has Tasty food and drinks and a chillin vibe

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

This was the best venue I ve ever been to in Sydney. Everything was 10/10 and it was the best night I ve had out in Sydney is so long.. highly recommend !!! The food was so yummy and the music was so good

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

JO WAS THE BEST STAFF MEMBER EVER THAMK YOU QUEEN BEST NIGHT

★★★
March 23, 2024

We had Xmas party for 20 people nice place but a bit small we paid $95 per head for the food but most off the food was couple of dips and Fried bread with salad so I wouldnt recommend to eat there Food

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

The waitress Vicki gave the most amazing service I have ever come across. Me and all my friends will defiantly be coming back to Zaffi for that reason. Thank you so much Vicki, you are amazing Food

March 23, 2024

DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME AND MONEY! If you want to waste your money and birthday celebration, get served by waitresses that dont understand english or arabic, dont understand the menu, enjoy sweating with no air-conditioning, receive the wrong drink orders, received food inconsistently. Also we wanted to eat more of my birthday cake but the waitresses said the cake was finished when it was a cake that served over 10 people!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Thank you to all the staff at Zaffi for an incredible and memorable night. Celebrated my cousins hens party over thr weekend. Can not fault anything from the food, drinks, music and staff everything was fanominal! Thank you for an amazing night!!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

10/10 if I could rate this place more I would!! I celebrated my hens at Zaffi this weekend with 30 guests. The service , food , entertainment & energy of the place was UNBELIEVABLE! We all had so much fun we want to come back again!!! All the staff were so hospitable and kept asking if we needed anything all night long! Outstanding service. If you re looking for a place with amazing food and entertainment look no further Thankyou Zaffi & the team for an unforgettable night xxx Em x

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

We recently celebrated our marriage at Zaffi and it was without a doubt one of the most amazing experiences. We were able to book out the entire downstairs of the restaurant and sat comfortably 85 guests. The booking process was made easy by the events team and the team were efficient and extremely helpful during the bump in with the event stylist and set the room exactly how we envisioned. The food was absolutely outstanding and the service was immaculate with servers, bar tenders and floor manager all working together effortlessly to make the night as enjoyable as it was special. Big thank you to Zaffi for everything

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Morgane was an amazing host! This place is amazing!!! Food was a bomb!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

AMAZING ATMOSPHERE, AMAZING STAFF I LOVEEEE. JASMINE AND JOOO I LOVE UUU

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

For a recently established restaurant/party destination, this place was so impressive! We had a great night and it was very vibrant. From the owner, to the security guard and the staff, everyone was so lovely and polite. Special shout out to Haida and Jo, such friendly people! Food

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Love the vibes here, beautiful food & music! Will definitely be back in future

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Has great food and drinks, love the service and reputation!! You ll love coming here!! Definitely a unique experience with drums!

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

The most delicious food!! There was nothing that tasted bad at all. The lamb melted on your mouth, the sauces were amazing. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Best vibe and food! 10/10

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

I had a great evening thanks to Morgane.

February 23, 2024

My recent visit to this Lebanese restaurant left me disappointed. Despite requesting to be seated downstairs for the advertised entertainment, we were told that only upstairs seating was available even after booking it 1 month in advance. The service was slow, and for the first hour, all we got was an excessive amount of bread with no other offerings. Considering the high price of $90 per person, the overall experience wasnt worth it. I left feeling unsatisfied with the value for money and the overall dining experience.

February 23, 2024

Honestly the food isn t even lebanese food, my friends parents can make it so much better. If you want lebanese food go somewhere else because this place is not worth it $200 per person is a rip off and a half. The waiters have an accent and don t even understand what your saying to them. The music is way too loud absolutely ear piercing. Definitely will never be coming back and never be recommending it. Thank you for your immature response we can tell the owners cant take criticism like an adult. We understand now why the waitresses have no clue what they are doing because the people in charge dont have a clue themselves.

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Jenny and amie, we re great at the door

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Omg I had the best night at Zaffi with Cath and Julia!!! Best service and smiles I ve ever seen! I will be back

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

immaculate vibes

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

The best party & atmosphere!

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Cath and Julia looked after our group upstairs and let us party until dawn!!! Forever thankful and can t wait to come back!!

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Amazing experience from Cath and Julia! love love love

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Morgan the waitress was on the ball! Cath and Julia in the bar are the best! Drinks are delicious and they are very friendly!

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Such a great atmosphere, the night was made even better by our lovely waiter jo, she went above and beyond to meet our needs and was nothing but friendly and bubbly . I really recommend this place for the food, service and music ! Absolutely amazing

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

A fun and unique spot to check out in Sydney! The food and drinks were divine, lovely ambience and fantastic service from Julia and Cath, they made sure we had a wonderful night.

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

love jenny

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Loved the experience and the staff are amazing especially Jenny

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Jenny is an amazing hostess. Great service

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Amazing service from Jenny at Zaffi tonight

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

This place is amazing! Food is delicious and the best waitress Cath goes above and beyond! Thank you for a great experience

Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Please trust me, I am really sorry for trusting this restaurant I booked a table online for 5 people and planned a special night with my friends But unfortunately, they took the meter to the upper floor, which was the bar place, and said that this is where you sitThe dance floor was low and we didnt enjoy it at all, when we were very upset, they only offered us a free cocktail. I was very embarrassed in front of my friends because I had invited them to this restaurant Our table was in such a way that we were only watching the wall And finally, instead of apologizing, charging with the highest price Only the appetizer was great and the main course was two types of fish and meat for 5 people and none of us were full. It was really the worst experience I had in Australia. Dietary restrictions: Rubish Parking: No parking hard to find the car park Kid-friendliness: Rubish Wheelchair accessibility: Do not trust it

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Great atmosphere, impeccable service and attentive waitress throughout the meal. A garnished banquet perfect for discovering Lebanese food with friends or family. Thank you French girl

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Such a great spot food and music was epic had the best time definitely recommend great service too

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Hands down best night out. Music is 10/10 and staff service is unbeatable!

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Such a vibe with a group of girlfriends. Service was amazing the staff were very attentive. Great atmosphere, it s small but it allows everyone to party together and it makes you get up and enjoy yourself. Wish the drummer stayed out for longer intervals because that was fun. Food was nice but we wouldn t do a banquet just order individually what we all feel like. Will defiantly be back!

★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Be careful,when u are reserving,because there is 2 spot,downstairs and upstairs, the upstairs has no entertainment section,and they are not mentioning that the reservation gonna be which level and if u are upstairs u will just have dinner and enough.

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Excellent food and dining experience. Would highly recommend.

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Our waitress Morgane made us feel very welcome. She knew her menu very well and gave us good advice!

★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Food - Came here for a group birthday and had the set menu. Unfortunately all of the food was pretty subpar. Aside from the Haloumi, everything seemed to be lathered in some type of sour sauce, it was all extremely sour. The lamb was very small and a lot of bones. The warm bread was delicious and probably the highlight of the meals. Not many substantial options for vegans. Service - Very nice waiter, only her second week and was left alone (Not even a manager there to assist, she had to phone call him?). Atmosphere - Amazing, great lighting and music. Only downfall was that there seemed to be no AirCon, it was very stuffy and warm The aesthetic and vibe of the venue is awesome, a lot of potential, just the food that unfortunately let it down.

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Love coming to Zaffi food and drinks are great, good music and atmosphere and staff! Thank you

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Love the food and the music

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Excellent vibe

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Really loved the food and the service, especially the french girl called Morgane was amazing

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

best food and best atmosphere highly recommend

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

This Middle Eastern spot is not just a place to eat; its an all-in-one experience. Picture this: youre enjoying tasty dishes in a chill setting, and as the night unfolds, live Lebanese drummer and dj starts playing. The bar serves up some awesome cocktails, so you can sip and savor. When the vibe gets just right, the dance floor opens up, making it a laid-back spot for a fun night out. Whether youre there for the food, tunes, or a little dance, this place nails the casual Middle Eastern vibe with a side of good times.

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Highly recommended, great time, party of 35 and the service was amazing. The generosity with the meals and drinks was outstanding.

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Amazing place! Food was divine, service was impeccable, music was great and the vibe and atmosphere was lovely and awesome. Will definitely be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Great vibe, food is amazing, service is great. Highly recommended for groups and couples. Food

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

If youre looking for a place to have a fun night out look no further than Zaffi. Music, open late, great food and fun vibe !

January 23, 2024

Paid $200 for yoghurt and pomegranate. Literally pomegranate in all 6 dishes we ordered and none were of any substance whatsoever. There is zero knowledge or passion in the kitchen and that makes sense when you see the staff in there, and the prices are unbelievable. Worst meal Ive ever had out and I feel completely robbed.

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Great food, great atmosphere - would highly recommend. Jenny was lovely!!!

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Had the most amazing night here!! Carmen was the most helpful waitress and the team at the door are the best!

★★★
January 23, 2024

Zaffi has to be the weirdest place I have ever been to for a meal. I don t think poor Zaffi knows what it wants to be. A restaurant, a club or just your cousins hangout. Food is ok, ambiance is weird, The staff are all really nice and all but they don t have a clue how to do service. It really is truly terrible on that front.. I actually had my waitress bring a bottle of wine, poor a taster and walk off, never to be seen again, completely oblivious. I can t really be mad at the staff as they are all really really nice. But just really clueless too. Bless. Keep trying Zaffi. I won t be back.

January 23, 2024

Huge party celebration at this place and we paid $89 per head for the banquet. Our food was sent to another group so we had to wait for them to remake our order. Servings were tiny - sizes for two people to share yet supposed to serve to five. Outrageous!!! We had no alcohol and were charged $11 per soft drink and $30 per bottle of water. Food was average. We left hungry. Absolutely disgusting experience. Service was rubbish and atmosphere was a big fat zero. Highway robbery at this rip off so called dining establishment. What a poor excuse for a restaurant!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Desert was really good to end the meal in Zaffi. Quite good place to hang around with friends and colleagues. Staff is friendly. Food

Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Unfortunately not a good experience. The only decent food was the za atar bread, the rest of the set menu was very limited and unexciting. The upstairs seating seemed to be covered picnic tables and placed under an air conditioner which was leaking water. The waitress service was good.