Seemor
Zaatar N' More
9545 Reseda Blvd, Northridge, CA 91324
· Lebanese restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Catering food and drink supplier
· 5/5 Google (1577 reviews)
Delivery · Takeout
Beloved Lebanese manakish and halal pizzas with warm family hospitality; excellent flatbreads, wraps more mixed, and pricing higher than some expect.
Restaurant Summary
A cozy, counter-service Lebanese bakery where the oven perfume hits as you walk in, Zaatar N' More hums with warm family hospitality and the glow of fresh-baked dough. Reviewers gush that the manakish is "light, chewy, and baked just right," and the owner Hassan is often on the floor making guests feel right at home. However, there are some review authenticity concerns raised by a few diners despite many detailed, photo-backed posts. The cooking leans classic Lebanese bakery fare—zaatar, akawi cheese, lahmajeen—executed with care rather than flash. Expect comforting, traditional flavors centered on dough craft, with a side list of halal pizzas that range from simple margherita to richer garlic chicken. Fans find the flatbreads exceptional, while wraps and steak items draw more mixed feedback on seasoning and balance. For families, this is a friendly stop: cheese manakish, pepperoni pizza (halal), and even chicken tenders are kid-pleasing options. Portions are shareable and prices mid-range, though specialty pizzas can feel high. No kids menu is listed, but the straightforward breads and pizzas make ordering easy for younger eaters.
At a Glance
- Exceptional manakish dough with fragrant zaatar and creamy akawi
- Warm, hands-on hospitality from the family team
- Wraps and steak items can be dry, greasy, or fry-heavy
- Specialty pizza pricing feels high to some diners
- A few diners question the unusually high overall rating
What Sets It Apart
- hand-baked manakish dough
- fully halal menu for meats
- family-run hospitality
What People Love
- Light, chewy dough baked to order
- Aromatic zaatar that transports diners
- Friendly owner who remembers guests
- Generous, shareable portions
Points of Concern
- Wraps and steak shawarma vary in quality; reports of dryness or greasiness
- Specialty pizza prices (12–14 inch) run high for a casual spot
- Occasional service missteps described as pushy or curt, though rare
- Review patterns show signs of potential manipulation (very high five-star share and marketing-style praise) which may not reflect typical diner experience
Service & Dining Experience
Service StyleCounter With Seating
Average Cost$24-$38 per person
ReservationsNot required
What to Order
- Start with Zaatar ($4.99) and add a stuffed cheese item to share
- Choose one specialty pizza max per 2–3 people due to richness and price
- Vegetarians have ample choices: akawi, mixed cheese, spinach, labneh
Perfect For
- Casual lunch near CSUN
- Sharing manakish and pizza with friends
- Halal-friendly family dinners
- Quick solo bite with fresh-baked bread
Location Insights
Area: Suburban university district near CSUN with diverse student and family foot traffic; casual, everyday dining.
Safety: Generally safe, busy arterial with steady traffic; typical Valley lighting and visibility.
Nearby: Near Cal State Northridge, shopping plazas, and surface parking; convenient for campus visitors and locals.
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Monday08:30–21:00
Tuesday08:30–21:00
Wednesday08:30–21:00
Thursday08:30–21:00
Friday08:30–21:00
Saturday08:30–21:00
Sunday09:00–18:00
Available: Delivery, Takeout
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