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Chicken Shawarma
Served with chicken shawarma, basmati rice or French fries, Jerusalem salad, red cabbage, lettuce, pickles, and a side of garlic sauce.
Upper West Side · Mediterranean
Shawarma, Slow-Spun on Amsterdam Ave
A loud, fragrant corner of the Mediterranean tucked into the Upper West Side - kebabs over open flame, garlic sauce by the spoonful, pita warm enough to fold around home.
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The Story
The Story of Zaad
Zaad is what happens when the spice rack of the Eastern Mediterranean lands on the corner of 107th and Amsterdam. We turn slow-spun shawarma over open flame, stack pita warm from the press, and ladle garlic sauce like it's the secret ingredient - because it is. From the smoky char of our kofta to the bright crunch of Jerusalem salad, every plate is built to be loud, generous, and shared.
"Eat with your hands. Fold the pita. Use too much garlic sauce. That's the way."
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From the Skewer
Order what we're known for.
Six dishes that built our reputation up and down the Upper West Side - every plate served with basmati rice or fries, Jerusalem salad, red cabbage, pickles, and the famous garlic sauce.
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Zaad Mix Grill
Kofta kebab, chicken kebab, beef shawarma, and chicken shawarma served with basmati rice or fries, Jerusalem salad, garlic sauce, tahini, and hummus.
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Mix Shawarma
Chicken and beef shawarma served with basmati rice or French fries, Jerusalem salad, red cabbage, lettuce, pickles, and a side of garlic sauce.
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Beef & Lamb Shawarma
Slow-spun beef shawarma served with basmati rice or French fries, Jerusalem salad, red cabbage, lettuce, pickles, and a side of garlic sauce.
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Chicken Shawarma Zaad
Pita bread filled with seasoned chicken, pickles, tomatoes, and a drizzle of garlic sauce. Optional add-ons: onions, turnips, or tahini.
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Homemade Chicken Kebab
Chicken skewer fired over open flame, served with basmati rice or French fries, Jerusalem salad, red cabbage, lettuce, pickles, and garlic sauce.
Slide for more - the full menu lives on our order page.
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When We're Spinning
Hours of the spit.
We open the doors at 11, fire up the grill, and don't stop until late. Every day. No exceptions.
- Monday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Open seven days a week. Delivery available across the Upper West Side and beyond.
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Visit Us
Find us on Amsterdam.
963 Amsterdam Avenue - between 107th and 108th. Look for the smoke, follow your nose.
Address
963 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10025
Phone
(347) 881-5576Hours
Daily · 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Delivery
Available across the Upper West Side, Morningside Heights, Harlem & more.
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Good Questions
Before you order.
What meals do you serve?
Zaad serves authentic Mediterranean cuisine perfect for lunch, dinner, and casual dining in New York. Our menu features flavorful shawarma dishes, including Chicken Shawarma, Beef & Lamb Shawarma, and Mix Shawarma, all served with basmati rice or fries, Jerusalem salad, and garlic sauce. The Zaad Mix Grill is a crowd favorite, combining kofta kebab, chicken kebab, beef and chicken shawarma with tahini and hummus. We also offer the Chicken Shawarma Zaad, a pita filled with seasoned chicken, pickles, tomatoes, and garlic sauce.
Do you offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Zaad offers both delivery and pickup. Order online or call us today.
Where are you located?
Zaad is located at 963 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025.
What areas do you serve?
Zaad proudly serves Upper West Side, Morningside Heights, Harlem, West Harlem, Manhattan Valley, Riverside Drive, Columbus Circle, Lincoln Square, Washington Heights, and the Upper East Side.