ZAITOON (pronounced zay-toon) n.
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1. the Arabic word for "olive" 2. an offering of peace; 3. a garnish to wonderful food; 4. Northeast Florida's most distinctive Mediterranean grill.
Welcome to ZAITOON! Over the centuries, the Mediterranean Sea has brought together peoples of great cultures and allowed diversity to flourish. The glory of Greece and the grandeur of Rome have given us great adventures, great literature, and great food. Zaitoon’s extensive menu reflects the rich, regional diversity of the Mediterranean and features culinary works of art that are inspired by Spanish, French, Italian, and Middle Eastern cuisines. Zaitoon redefines the Mediterranean dining experience by combining traditional family recipes with contemporary culinary innovation.
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Zaitoon’s lunch and dinner menus are complimented by an extensive wine list representing vineyards of Spain, Italy, Greece and the United States with unique New World and Old World selections intertwined. Whether you are familiar with the wines from these countries or you are just learning about these wines, we hope that you will enjoy the experience. Please feel free to ask us questions.
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It is Zaitoon’s goal to provide a unique Mediterranean dining environment where all of the things that make life most enjoyable come together through a celebration of delicious food, fine wine, good company, spirited music, and memorable moments. We invite you and your guests to relax, savor, and enjoy a “journey” to some of the finest foods of the Mediterranean….
at ZAITOON!
| “The olive tree is surely the richest gift of Heaven.” - Thomas Jefferson |
“And with the sprig of a fruited olive, man is purified in extreme health.” – Virgil, Aeneid |
| “…I like them all, but especially the olive. For what it symbolizes, first of all - peace with its leaves and joy with its golden oil.” – Aldous Huxley |
“The time of universal peace is near. Prove this a prosp’rous day, the three-nook’d world shall bear the olive freely.” – William Shakespeare, Anthony and Cleopatra |
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As Nana used to say, “Sahtein! Eat in good health!” ….here with your family and friends. Sahtein! Enjoy! It is always our pleasure to serve you! |