Zahav

$$$

4.6(2,851)

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Location & Hours

Address

237 St James Pl
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
United States

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Hours

Open • Closes Today at 9:30 PM

MondayClosed

Tuesday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Wednesday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Thursday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Friday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Saturday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

SundayClosed

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Contact Information

(215) 625-8800

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About Zahav

Casual restaurant where modern techniques elevate a traditional Israeli menu.

Price range: expensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on June 26, 2025.

4.6/5

Based on 2,851 reviews

Recent Reviews

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AC Slater

2 months ago

Wonderful meal from start to finish. Service was exceptional and wine recommendations were spot on. They hit you with the mezze and some of the best hummus and laffa you'll ever have. It was our first...

ESB NYC

2 months ago

Terrific meal, first visit during a weekend in Philadelphia. Everything was delicious and well prepared, authentic flavors. We went with the whole fried red snapper which was not my favorite but prett...

Dan G

2 months ago

Got there at 445 and got the last 2 bar seats (no reservation needed). Did the multi course menu Everything was great. Our bartender/server Moe did a phenomenal job guiding us thru some of her faves o...

Shir Cohen

2 months ago

There is a reason why this restaurant is in the highlights for so many years. It’s definitely worth the trip from New York. The food and the atmosphere was amazing. The staff was incredibly nice and o...

Diego Vargas

6 months ago

My partner and I had a perfect date/anniversary night. From the warm welcoming with a sparkling, to the end with a beautiful presentation of fantastic desserts! We enjoyed the ambiance, the service, a...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Diners consistently report exceptional dining experiences, praising the restaurant as Michelin-star level. The overall sentiment indicates high satisfaction and a memorable experience.

Customer Favorites

The lamb shoulder is highly recommended and considered a must-try. Hummus and laffa are also noted as exceptional mezze options.

Atmosphere & Service

The atmosphere is described as amazing and nice. Staff are consistently praised as friendly, incredibly nice, organized, and providing exceptional service with helpful recommendations.

Value & Quality

Food is described as delicious, well-prepared, and of impeccable quality. Authentic flavors are also highlighted.

Areas for Improvement

The whole fried red snapper was not a favorite dish for one customer. No other specific areas for improvement were mentioned.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews emphasize the popularity of the restaurant, recommending reservations in advance due to its busy nature. The bartender/server's recommendations and guidance are particularly appreciated.