Zood

Best Falafel in Town - A Must-Try!We've tried falafel at plenty of places, but this one is by far our favorite! Zood truly knows how to do it right.First off, the falafel itself is perfect--crispy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside, with just the right balance of spices. You can really taste the fresh herbs, and the texture is spot on. I went with the rice bowl with falafel. The pita was soft and warm, and everything felt so fresh.I also love that they offer a variety of toppings and sauces--aside from Persian eggplant dip , the perfect hummus, and more.It adds just the right amount of kick without overpowering the falafel.The atmosphere here is casual and cozy. It's a great spot to grab a quick bite, though there's usually a bit of a wait during lunch rushes, but it's totally worth it. The staff is friendly, and you can tell they care about the food they serve.Prices are very good for the quality, and the portion sizes are very generous. We walked out feeling completely satisfied!If you're a falafel fan (or even if you're new to it), I highly recommend giving Zood a try--you won't be disappointed!

Ordered takeout and was really happy with the freshness and flavors within the items I picked up. Got the pickled beet and barberry salad with Saffron chicken and the Saffron chicken plate. Really enjoyed both but the only thing is the rice plate was small for the price paid. Could have easily eaten two.I will continue to come back as I can tell they actually care about the quality of their food, just need to order more next time to feel satiated.

A solid fast-casual restaurant where you can grab Persian food. The person in the front turned out to be the owner who was very kind and offered everyone in my group a slice of a falafel. I was shocked because I'm usually not a falafel fan but that one was by far the best I've ever had.However, I ended up ordering a plate with Blam!, Persian marinated beef and lamb, as my protein option. It was very flavorful and not chewy at all so I definitely recommend trying it out. They were unfortunately out of hummus when I went so we missed out on that. I tried some of the chicken sandwich too but that one was just alright. If you're someone who loves sweets, they have a unique selection of desserts such as saffron and baklava soft serve so that was fun to try.Zood is located in a food court so there's plenty of seating available.

Great flavorful dressings. Loved the falafel .portions are good hit the spot. Felt light after eating.

My wife and I ordered a light meal at Zood and loved it! We ordered the Mazzeh plate which was hummus, borani, eggplant dip, falafel and borani. We also ordered extra Persian bread to go with the dips. The food was delicious, especially the falafel balls which were crispy on the outside. The dips were creamy and we used the bread to scoop and scrape them up. The amount of food we were served for the $15 we spent on the plate was a lot --- so much so that my wife and I felt full afterwards. The guy who served us at the counter was super friendly. The ambiance --- well, it's a food court but a nice one. For a delicous, healthy (I think) meal at Fashion Island this will be my go-to place.

Savory falafel and dips at Zood! And portion I had was big enough to share with. The Mazzeh Plate was a great choice for a nice sumptuous lunch. The Mazzeh plate consisted of hummus, borani, eggplant dip, falafel and barbari. Will definitely come back again for their yummy falafel!

Zood, a halal casual Persian eatery nestled within the Fashion Island food court, offers a concise menu of rice, salad, and sandwich-based meals, complemented by a modest selection of sides and sweets. With protein options limited to falafel, chicken, or the intriguing "blam!"--a beef and lamb amalgamation--the culinary choices are straightforward.Opting for the Zood salad featuring the blam! mixture, priced at a somewhat exorbitant $17, I anticipated a symphony of flavors. The salad foundation, composed of greens, apricot, walnut, feta, cucumber, tomato, onion, and parsley, held promise. Unfortunately, the individual components were muted, their distinct tastes lost within the ensemble. The blam! itself, while reminiscent of koobideh kabob, lacked the robust character I had hoped for. The accompanying roast pepper and feta dressing, as well as the olive oil, lemon, and mint vinaigrette, offered little in the way of enhancement.While the salad undoubtedly presented a healthy option, the dearth of flavor and the steep price point render a return unlikely.

When the weather's perfect, treat yourself to fresh, flavorful Persian cuisine! Sip on a refreshing sour cherry or ginger mint soda, and finish with a decadent baklava sundae. A must-try while shopping at @fashionisland!

Mandana and her husband the owners make you feel right at home with their kind hospitality The food is amazing and they guide you so professionally through the menus. Excellent customer service and fabulous food.

Outstanding! the food was delicious, vibrant fresh and colorful ! The humus was the best one I had yet and I traveled all over the world ! The falafel were so tasty. The service was friendly and warm ! I highly recommend to try that spot, it is located in the food court of Fashion island and it is worth the trip. Go support a small and local business guys !