MAZU

WOW. We tried to go across the street, but they did not have any vegan options and were pointed here. Before we got in, they were giving samples of their falafel and it was some of the best I have had.We got the nachos, falafel, dan dan noodles, and their eggplant plate. The dan dan noodles were amazing and I wish I took them away from my bf because they were so creamy and with the chili oil were next level.The people taking your order walked the food out to us and it is pretty self serve. You have to get your own utensils and water, but the service is fast and friendly. It is a small place that is a little tucked away, but everyone is so friendly. I would considering coming back here just for the food because it is that good. Everyone needs to come here and get the dan dan noodles.

Come. Here. For anyone who enjoys food, MAZU was just amazing. Everyone was super friendly and there was such a sense of community when we came. The owner greeted us and gave us a run down of the menu and while we were waiting for food she was making efforts to recall repeat customers. Everything about MAZU felt comfortable, warm, and inviting. It was just a great space to be in, before we even got the food.Food was just so flavorful and well cooked and balanced. I ordered way too much, per usual, but thought the food was definitely worth the price and was so fresh and delicious that I wish I ordered more. We started with the guabao and the masala poori chaat, the latter being one of my favorite dishes. It has such a mix of textures, flavors, and spices that was so warming on a chill fall day. We also got the special of the day which was the sabich and I cannot speak highly enough of it. Fried potato, eggplant in a pita with salad and an amazing mango chutney? Yes, please! The falafel platter was also just outstanding and some of the best falafel I've ever had, vibrant and green and a hint of cardamom which worked so well.Not to mention all the drinks we ended up trying, all of which were well balanced and so refreshing.This was definitely a food destination for me and I can't wait to make the trip back out just to try more of the menu. They have limited hours and only on the weekends but for sure, make the trip out here!

This is a little place tucked down a small walkway in Yellow Springs. It is so worth taking time to stop in even if you're not hungry. The menu is developed by the three owners which is Israel, Indian, and Thailand. This place is a must try.

Simply put...Mazu blew me away. It is worth going out of your way to catch the open hours. They operate Friday-Sunday from 11-2 only. The entrance is tucked back in an alley behind the Wine Emporium. Indoor and patio seating is available. Order at the counter with friendly staff and they call your name when your food is ready. Menu is not large but everything on it sounded delicious. If you like mango, you have to try the lassi. It is incredible. Thick, cold, creamy and not too sweet. The kofta had a kick and was a bit too salty. Poori was light and crispy. The hummus plate looked so good and next time I will not miss the scallion pancake. The food reminded me a bit of Joya's in Columbus and I mean that as the highest compliment. Both the food and the energy of the whole place were beautiful.

This place is a gem in Ohio. It's vegan, but it's so delicious and although I'm not vegan I enjoyed the flavors and colors of the dishes. I had an appetizer Scallion Pancake, (葱油饼）, it's tasty and sauces were delicious. Main entree was hummus and Falafels- everything was fresh, healthy and most importantly delicious. We will for sure come back and try other things.

Unique, personal and made right in front of you. Staff super friendly, informative and knowledgeable to patiently explain the cuisine and menuoptions. Delicious!!

I usually wait TOO LONG to review, which leads me to forget the good/bad/ugly of the places I visit. NOT going to happen here, because MAZU is THAT good, and I don't want to forget a single detail!!Other than their (understandably...I guess!!) limited hours, this new, HIDDEN gem in downtown YS is PERFECT!!If you're lucky enough to catch them open (Friday-Sunday, 11am-2pm) you're in for a wonderful, well-presented, eclectic treat. Choose from Israeli/Middle Eastern, Asian, and Indian "street food" (generously sized apps) or entrees. I wanted a little bit of everything (as usual......) so I went for three of the street food choices, the scallion pancake, which came with fresh sliced cucumbers and several great dipping sauces, the masala poori chat, a surprising mixture of flavors and textures, and my favorite, the guabao steamed bun. Of course, I ordered MUCH too much, but had some wonderful leftovers for dinner later that evening. Make plans to fit YOUR schedule to theirs, get there early to snag a seat, grab a menu, make your choice/s, order at the bar, and an AMAZING, reasonably priced, vegan adventure through the Far, Middle, and Near East awaits!!Best of luck, Mazu... Namaste, L'hitraot, and Xi-Xi for a great meal!!

Went there for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Sort of a typical American melange cuisine, with items that vaguely come from (and sometimes combine food from) India, Taiwan, and the Levant. I'm a vegetarian, I went with my vegan daughter, and there was plenty to choose from. I personally had the. Dandan mian (擔擔麵), a noodle dish that was just a bit spicy. (The menu might exaggerate a tad how spicy the things it says are spicy actually are.) It was delicious, although for lunch more than ample. My daughter had fattoush, and we shared 蔥油餅 or scallion pancake, a dish I remember fondly myself from Taiwan.It was all very tasty, and the people behind the counter, taking orders and making food, were pleasantly chatty. The only drawback is it is a bit pricey. For lunch, my daughter and I paid over $40., which for Southwest Ohio is a bit much. Despite that, while sitting down and eating, we saw a number of apparent regulars coming in and picking up things they had ordered to go.But the food was yummy , and it's very distinctive, Worth a trip if you're not in Yellow Springs much. I've lived in Yellow Springs for 30 years, and if you've never been there, the town is worth a look too.

Lovely place and tasty food! Glad to have stumbled upon this place in Yellow Springs!

We had such a wonderful lunch today at MAZU. I ordered the Sabich which has fried eggplant. It was so unexpected in the best way. The eggplant was creamy under the light batter. We also had a side of hummus which was so smooth and just delicious. The chef was so welcoming and helpful despite being busy - we so appreciated her!