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Mezze

3407 Lakeshore Avenue
Oakland, CA 94610

*** NO CORKAGE FEE ON MONDAY, TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY NIGHTS ***. Mezzé offers an innovative pan-Mediterranean menu that changes with the seasons. Described in the Zagat guide as “no longer just a neighborhood spot” this Oakland jewel is a real "treat" at delivering eclectic fare. The menu encompasses a wide variety of dishes, including pizze, Turkish lamb kebabs, housemade gnocchi with pulled duck confit, coriander-crusted ahi tuna, gourmet hamburgers, wood-oven roasted chicken. One can have a light supper or a multi-course meal and feel satisfied in either case. Every night, Mezze offers one or two three-course prix fixe menus for between $23 - $30 depending on the entrées selected by the Chef that evening. This prix fixe is available all night. Mezze periodically features regional Mediterranean menus, available Mon.-Thurs. In the past, we featured Spanish, Moroccan, French, Italian and Greek menus among others. To find out about these menus, please sign up to our e-mail list.

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Price: $30 and under
Parking: Street Parking
Cross Street: Trestle Glen

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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating		3.9 out of 5 (107 Reviews)

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

neighborhood gem (78)
fit for foodies (60)
special occasion (42)
good for groups (24)
romantic (23)
vibrant bar scene (9)
notable wine list (6)
kid-friendly (5)
hot spot (4)
great for brunch (1)
great for lunch (1)

Mezze Reviews List

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Our dinner was wonderful! Very taste and great value."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/14/2010

(review submitted 03/16/2010)

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Review 2 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We were very impressed and comfortable with our table, food and drink. We look forward toward our next visit."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/12/2010

(review submitted 03/14/2010)

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Review 3 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The experience was wonderful. My friend had not been before and he said that he would return."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/12/2010

(review submitted 03/14/2010)

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Review 4 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"My dinner mates were happy with their meals, although no one finished her plate. My main dish, halibut, was very over-cooked--hard and dry (even though the waitress had asked if I wanted medium rare and I said yes)."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/10/2010

(review submitted 03/12/2010)

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Review 5 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Good)

"relaxed each place, good quality tasty food. laid back but good service. good value. easy bar. excellent live music that wasn't too loud and was really good quality"

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/08/2010

(review submitted 03/10/2010)

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Review 6 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Absolutely delicious! The croissant bread pudding was the best dessert I've ever eaten, and I mean that. One of the best dishes I've ever had. The lamb and the gnocci with duck confit was worth every penny. I highly recommend eating here."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/24/2010

(review submitted 03/09/2010)

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Review 7 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Went to Mezze on a Friday night for a birthday celebration dinner for my husband, and it was great! First off they let me change my reservation from 7:30 to 7 when I called at 6:30...no problem, they said. When we got there it was pretty packed, but we were seated promptly, and our drinks order was taken toot sweet. Food came out at a good pace, and everything we ordered was delicious. Esp the coriander crusted ahi tuna...wow! What sealed the deal was I told the waiter it was hubby's b-day (as an excuse/reason to get dessert!) and when he brought the dessert out, he told us that while he wasn't a happy b-day singing kind of guy, he was happy that we chose Mezze to celebrate at. Nice people, nice place! We will definitely return."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/05/2010

(review submitted 03/08/2010)

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Review 8 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"This was the first time we have dined at Mezze. We thought the food was great. We started with an appetizer platter with olives, hummus, eggplant, tubule and pita bread. It was beautifully presented and everything tasted great. I had the bouillabaisse and my husband had veal. Both dishes were delicious and filling. We finished with the sorbet which really topped off a great meal. We will go again especially on one of the days where they waive corkage. Service was friendly and timely."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/05/2010

(review submitted 03/08/2010)

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Review 9 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I love Mezze!! The food is consistantly good and everything on the menu is done with care. The Chicken on Bread Salad is the best chicken I have eaten in a restaurant. The wine list is good and very reasonable compared to other restaurants. The ony issue I have is with the wait staff. Some of them do not know the menu well at all and if you make a request during dinner they are likely to forget. All in all, it is still the best in the neighborhood and the prices are very fair. I can forgive the wait staff - they are all quite friendly - just to eat another serving of that wonderful chicken. Another dish to try is the Ahi Tuna on Isreali Couscous. Fabulous!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/01/2010

(review submitted 03/05/2010)

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Review 10 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We were there late on a Sunday evening, but the staff could not have been more welcoming, and the food was fantastic. We had a lovely evening. Mezze has been great everytime I have been there."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/28/2010

(review submitted 03/02/2010)

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Review 11 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"From my first couse I was planning a return visit."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/27/2010

(review submitted 03/01/2010)

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Review 12 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"On a lively Friday night, we waited a bit to get our initial service; Maurice, the owner, was attentive. The prix fixe dinner is a bargain."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/26/2010

(review submitted 02/28/2010)

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Review 13 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Good)

"as always the food was wonderful... the service however was not, and that's an unfortunate change. Both the kitchen and waitstaff were overwhelmed. We like a gently paced meal, but 3 hours feels more like a 3 star in Paris than Lakeshore Drive in Oakland. No food appeared for 45 minutes, server did not know who ordered which dish, wine glasses not refilled, and we miss the white tablecloths of the past. Hope they can return to former excellence."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/26/2010

(review submitted 02/28/2010)

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Review 14 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The pork scallopini is amazing..."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/23/2010)

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Review 15 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Consistently good food and an enjoyable experience. I eat here about 3 times a year."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/19/2010

(review submitted 02/21/2010)

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Review 16 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Mezze has become a tradition for us for special occasions, like Valentine's Day or birthdays. Their prix fixe menus are always surprisingly creative and delicious. The owners, Maurice and Solange, greet you like you're family, and personally see to it that everything is done right. We really love the place."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/17/2010)

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Review 17 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Outstanding food and service. Great options for vegetarians."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/16/2010)

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Review 18 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Fantastic!! Can't wait to go back!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/16/2010)

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Review 19 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"This has become my new favorite restaurant. Excellent food and good value."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/12/2010

(review submitted 02/16/2010)

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Review 20 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This has been the best restaurant I've been to in the last 6 months!!! The atmosphere was welcoming, the service was great and the food was amazing!!!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/09/2010

(review submitted 02/12/2010)

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Review 21 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"This dinner was for a friends birthday.
He is a graduate of the Cordon Blue and has worked at the Four Seasons.
Essentially this is his review and he would give Mezze a thumbs up for the quality of the menu."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/06/2010

(review submitted 02/08/2010)

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Review 22 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Outstanding food, well-presented, and served in a stylish yet comfortable setting. I highly recommend it to anyone who appreciates mediterranean cuisine."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/17/2010

(review submitted 02/03/2010)

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Review 23 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Whoops, I submitted a review for the wrong date. Saturday 1/30/10 was the day we had slow service. Wednesday 1/27/10 the service was just fine."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/30/2010

(review submitted 02/01/2010)

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Review 24 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food was truly excellent. Unfortunately the service was slow; we ordered at 7:00 and even though the restaurant was only about half full, we didn't receive our entrees until 7:40. We had felt confident that we had allowed ourselves enough time to eat before an 8:00 commitment, but since the food came so late, we had to rush. We did enjoy talking with the owner while we were waiting (and waiting) for our food.

Hopefully this was a fluke. The first time we ate at Mezze we had no problem with the service. We plan to dine there again."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/27/2010

(review submitted 02/01/2010)

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Review 25 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Mezze is one of my favorite places in the Bay Area. They have lowered their prices, which will hopefully expose more people to this true neighborhood gen, with its excellent food, its charm and its elegant yet understated style. Try Mezze: it won't disappoint."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 26 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"It is always an enjoyable experience to dine at Mezze's. The host and servers are welcoming and friendly and the food is consistently good and priced fairly. Definitely one of the better dining establishments in the Lakeshore/Piedmont area."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/27/2010

(review submitted 01/29/2010)

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Review 27 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I'm a regular at Mezze. The food is quite good and the atmosphere if very nice. The owner is always there and is attentive to customers. Asha, one of the waitresses, is fabulous. They have a monthly fixed price special of an ethnic region that is an amazing deal and a no corkrage benefit on those nights as well. It was Middle East this month that was very nice. This is a great neghborhood place."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/27/2010

(review submitted 01/29/2010)

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Review 28 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I am never disappointed - Mezze is one of the best restaurants in the East Bay!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/27/2010

(review submitted 01/29/2010)

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Review 29 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"I've been to Mezze before and was impressed by the food. I don't know whether it was a off night for the chef and staff, but the food wasn't as good as I remembered it. We ordered the Roast Chicken dinner special and one of the specialty pizza's. We had the French Onion soup first and it was decent at best. The flavoring was almost non-existent. When we got the Roast Chicken, it was SUPER greasey. The pizza that followed didn't have any real flavor other then the meat pieces. The dough seems liked it wasn't fully cooked as well. I was also disappointed by the service since it took forever to order, get the food (not the server's fault of course), and get the check. I'm really easy to please but I will not be returning to say the least."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/15/2010

(review submitted 01/18/2010)

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Review 30 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The owners care about every aspect of the eating experience. They must love each other. The bartender is wonderful and responsive as well. Great neighborhood Gem."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/15/2010

(review submitted 01/17/2010)

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Review 31 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This was our second visit to Mezze - and we are now committed fans. The food is wonderful, creative, delicious, and beautifully presented. The service was friendly and attentive without being overwhelming. Highly recommend!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/09/2010

(review submitted 01/11/2010)

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Review 32 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Good news/bad news/good news. Overall, this is a wonderful restaurant. Spectacular service-warm, prompt, friendly AND responsive. The decor is lovely. While deciding on to order for dinner we had wine and a bright and flavorful bruchetta. My husband selected the Pork Tenderloin Scaloppini with truffled creamed potato and Brussels sprouts. DELISH! I selected the Yellowtail served on a risotto cake with roasted fennel. Unfortunately, the fish was over-cooked and VERY fishy tasting-everything else was spot on! When our server,a delightful young woman, was told she immediately asked if I wanted the chef to prepare something else. I declined; opting to share my husband's meal-there was more than enough for two. No charge for the fish."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/08/2010

(review submitted 01/10/2010)

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Review 33 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"High end food, warm but un-intrusive service and ambiance at a reasonable price for New Year's Eve. Pre fixe between $65-75 for 4 course dinner. All 5 of our group selected
the Filet main course- Outstanding."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/31/2009

(review submitted 01/07/2010)

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Review 34 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This was my first time to Mezze, we were greeted by Maurice, the owner. the Decor was warm tones with wood, very comfortable. the service was great, the food fantastic, Rib eye steak and Kobe beef burger highly recommended! The wine was Downey family from Napa Valley , soft and oaky Cabernet! the music was excellent, first time I took notice of the music in a restaurant, not overpowering but enhanced the experience! There was nothing that I would say was a negative point about this restaurant, highly recommended!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/06/2010

(review submitted 01/07/2010)

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Review 35 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The Filet Mignon for New Year's Eve with truffle butter was amazing. It melted in my mouth and the flavor was out of this world! I also enjoyed the amuse bouche and salad. The cheese and almonds in the salad complimented each other well and the butter lettuce was a treat."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/31/2009

(review submitted 01/04/2010)

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Review 36 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The restaurant has added Middle Eastern flavoring to its menu which has made the menu more distinctive, fun and enjoyable. It is a real neighborhood gem. Its addition of dishes from its special ethnic menus has kept the the menu fresher and encourages re-visiting more often."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/31/2009

(review submitted 01/02/2010)

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Review 37 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We've been eating here for a few years, however when we arrived we noticed there were no white tablecloths and the layout was different. We thought uh oh, but the food was fresh, hot & delicious. The waiter was knowledgeable and honest in his recommendations. Loved the arugula and parm soup, scallops perfectly cooked. I'm relieved and thrilled that this place will stay on our list of dependably good restaurants in the neighborhood."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/17/2009

(review submitted 12/19/2009)

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Review 38 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"To be fair, Mezze had their hands full the night we were there. Still, it was my birthday meal, and I wanted to eat somewhere I had never been. My husband made reservations and clearly stated it was my birthday, don't think the note was ever seen... we were sat at an EXTREMELY awkward, makeshift table in between the bar and the kitchen where my husband got bumped continually throughout the meal. Next up, the cheese on our salads was not feta as promised on the menu, it was either blue or gorgonzola and so strong that my husband couldn't eat it, his salad remained untouched. Nothing was said about it, no offer to get him something else, it was just removed when I was done with mine, without a word. Needless to say we took our desserts to go."

Special Features: good for groups

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/15/2009

(review submitted 12/19/2009)

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Review 39 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"The restaurant was empty on a Saturday night. We were very surprised when we arrived. We weren't surprised after we had our food. My butternut squash risotto was horrible. My husband's mushroom bisque wasn't that great either, he also didn't think his pork tenderloin was good. I did like my tuna tartar, but they didn't give me enough of the wafers. Our waitress was awesome and very attentive. She is the only reason we liked the restaurant. $100 on dinner was a waste of money."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/12/2009

(review submitted 12/14/2009)

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Review 40 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Good)

"We have eaten at Mezze many times, and value it's convenience and ambiance. This time the food was mixed. The wild mushroom soup and Mezze Cesar salad were very, very good. The entrees were disappointing, and neither of us could finish them. The Moroccan chicken stew was overly salty, with too much clove and cinnamon. The overall effect lacked subtlety and left a bitter taste in the mouth. The lamb shishkebab was simply ordinary. Maybe an off night. We will give them another try sometime."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/11/2009

(review submitted 12/13/2009)

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Review 41 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The Morrocan four-course dinner featured this week was excellent. I could not believe the quantity and quality of the food we received at such a reasonable price! Others must agree since the restaurant was full on a Tuesday night. I'd highly recommend this restaurant anyway but their specialty dinners always deliver unique flavors which never disappoint---great for foodies who like to try something unique. Atmosphere and service is also top notch for a neighborhood spot---very friendly with the owners always present and engaged. Check the website for what you missed in 2009---hope they have more prix-fixe dinners in 2010. The free corkage on Tues. & Weds. is an added bonus!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/08/2009

(review submitted 12/10/2009)

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Review 42 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Three course Morrocan menu was great! food presentation was great!"

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/07/2009

(review submitted 12/09/2009)

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Review 43 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Love this restaurant. Food always great! Friendly neighborhood feel. Best martini's in town!"

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/04/2009

(review submitted 12/06/2009)

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Review 44 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Good)

"It was not bad, but is not enough to bring me back to Mezze again..."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/19/2009

(review submitted 12/05/2009)

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Review 45 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Good food. Small but good wine list. Table's did not feel on top of each other. Service got a little dis-organized as they got busy. Overall a good value."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/21/2009

(review submitted 12/05/2009)

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Review 46 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Good)

"We are foodies. Out of a group of 6, all thought their meal was fine but nothing special. Meals were moderately priced, tending toward small portions. Our service was so-so. Busboy was great, but our server was substandard as he provided no insight on the menu, had little personality and never checked on us so that we had to grab him twice when we wanted things. So when our bill came and a 20% tip was added as well as a separate line for tax on 20% tip that left a lasting impression. As there are so many other good choices in the area, we won't be back."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/22/2009

(review submitted 12/03/2009)

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Review 47 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We had a very good time. The server was very helpful, and the owner came and chatted with us - very friendly!
The food was wonderful and so was the wine and beer we ordered. I thought the prices were quite reasonable and the
ambiance was very pleasing - warm yet vibrant colors and an open kitchen make the space very inviting."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/21/2009

(review submitted 11/23/2009)

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Review 48 for Mezze

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Mezze was once one of our favorites. Our meal 6 mos ago was still top notch. Alas, there seems to have been changes in the kitchen and not for the better. The great merguez pizza is now overloaded with cumin & cinnamon; the duck confit gnocchi could have doubled as dessert with a sauce so sweet it could have gone straight over ice cream. And what's with the faux-Italian bistro orecchiette pasta that resembled Olive Garden? Both desserts - orange creme brulee and chocolate bread pudding - were also way too sweet (and desserts were once one of their strongest points, as good as Lalime and the lamented MoNo)! Decaf cappuccino had the unpleasant edge of overroasting."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/20/2009

(review submitted 11/22/2009)

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(Very Good)

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
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Noise Level		(Moderate)

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