Zendiggi Kebab House Closter, NJ: Authentic Persian & Mediterranean Cuisine

Zendiggi Kebab House Introduce

Zendiggi Kebab House: Bringing Authentic Mediterranean and Persian Flavors to Bergen County

Introduction / Overview

Zendiggi Kebab House is an authentic Mediterranean restaurant nestled in the heart of Closter, New Jersey, providing local patrons with a vibrant taste of Middle Eastern and Persian/Iranian culinary traditions. The name 'Zendiggi' itself, meaning 'life' in Persian, reflects the restaurant's mission to serve up delicious, wholesome food made with pride and a commitment to quality. Far from a standard quick-service establishment, Zendiggi emphasizes simple, high-quality ingredients and disciplined preparation, ensuring every dish is a testament to authenticity.

The menu is a rich tapestry of grilled meats, fresh salads, and comforting stews, centered around their signature kebabs—most notably the Kubideh (a seasoned ground beef and lamb mix) and the expertly marinated Chicken Kebab. Beyond the grilled items, their unique offerings include specialty sides like 'Loaded Tabbouleh Fries' and homemade items such as the highly praised fresh-baked sourdough pita bread. Zendiggi is celebrated in the local New Jersey community not just for its food, which is described as "absolutely delicious" and "bursting with flavor," but also for its exceptionally "fast service" and friendly, family-oriented atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for lunch, dinner, or hosting a special event.

Location and Accessibility

Zendiggi Kebab House is conveniently located at 228 Closter Dock Rd, Closter, NJ 07624, USA. This prominent address ensures easy access for customers traveling from various towns within Bergen County and the surrounding New Jersey area.

The restaurant prioritizes accessibility for all members of the community, offering comprehensive amenities including a wheelchair accessible entrance, a wheelchair accessible parking lot, a wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating. Parking is straightforward with a complimentary free parking lot and free street parking available to diners. This commitment to convenience and ease of access makes Zendiggi Kebab House a stress-free choice for groups, families, and solo diners throughout the day.

Services Offered

Zendiggi Kebab House provides a full spectrum of services tailored to modern dining and event needs:

Full-Service Dining: Offers a cozy, casual, and trendy environment with seating for both lunch and dinner, featuring friendly table service.
Convenient Takeout and Delivery: Provides comprehensive off-premise dining options, including standard delivery, no-contact delivery, curbside pickup, and traditional takeout, ensuring local users can enjoy their meal conveniently at home.
Extensive Catering and Event Hosting: Specializes in catering for events with various Family Trays and large catering sets (serving 6-10 guests), and offers the option to rent out the full restaurant for private events like graduation dinners, providing exceptional value and impeccable hospitality.
Beverage Options: Offers a selection of beverages including Alcohol, Beer, and Wine, allowing for a complete dining experience, alongside a "Great tea selection" which is a highlight for many patrons.
Family-Friendly Amenities: Caters to families with a dedicated Kids' Menu (Sliders & Fries, Grilled Cheese) and provides high chairs for the youngest guests.
Dietary Flexibility: Includes a strong focus on healthy options, vegetarian options (Falafel, Lentil Soup, various salads), and offers Halal food, catering to a diverse clientele.

Features / Highlights

Zendiggi Kebab House distinguishes itself within the competitive New Jersey dining scene with several key features:

Signature Persian/Iranian Dishes: While broadly Mediterranean, the menu features classic Persian specialties such as Kubideh Kebab (described as the "king of Persian kebabs"), Basmati Rice (light and fluffy Persian-style), and Saturday-only Shakshouka, giving it a unique edge.
Fresh-Baked Sourdough Pita: A major highlight and customer favorite is the house-made sourdough pita bread, which is fresh, fluffy, and hot from the oven, showcasing the restaurant’s dedication to elevated preparation.
Diverse Kebab and Platter Selection: The menu offers an extensive array of meats, including Beef, Lamb, Chicken, Salmon, and Shrimp Kebabs, available as Sandwiches, Super Plates (served with fries, hummus, tabbouleh), or full Platters.
Customizable Combos: Provides excellent value and variety with Classic Combinations like Kubideh & Chicken Combo or the grand Sultan Platter (Kubideh, Beef, and Chicken), perfect for sharing.
Exceptional Event Hosting Value: Known for its reasonable pricing and "tremendous value" when renting out the entire space for private events, backed by "impeccable" and attentive service, as noted by local customers.
Comfort Food with a Healthy Twist: Menu items blend "Comfort food" elements (e.g., Empanadas, Loaded Fries) with a strong emphasis on "Healthy options" such as Tabbouleh, Shirazi Salad, and lean grilled proteins, appealing to health-conscious diners.

Contact Information

Address: 228 Closter Dock Rd, Closter, NJ 07624, USA

Phone: (201) 768-0644

What is Worth Choosing

Zendiggi Kebab House is worth choosing for New Jersey residents seeking an authentic, high-quality, and versatile dining experience that transcends the standard Mediterranean fare. It’s a local gem where the commitment to fresh ingredients, like the house-made sourdough pita and expertly grilled, Halal-certified meats, is palpable in every bite.

Choosing Zendiggi means selecting more than just a quick meal; it means opting for a place where you can enjoy the comfort of a "Casual, Cozy, and Trendy" atmosphere with the sophistication of Persian-influenced dishes. For a quick lunch, the Super Plates offer a filling and flavorful option, while the Dinner For 2 or Sultan Platter makes for a memorable date night or small family celebration. Crucially, Zendiggi offers a fantastic solution for local catering and event needs—the confirmed reasonable pricing and spectacular service for private events, as attested by a recent graduation party, positions it as a premier, full-service venue in Bergen County. Whether you are craving the signature Kubideh, seeking healthy and vibrant salads, or looking for a trusted location to host your next family gathering, Zendiggi Kebab House on Closter Dock Road is an essential destination.

Zendiggi Kebab House Menu

All Day Menu - Beverages
Fresh Brewed Iced Tea $4.00
Refreshing fresh brewed Southern Style Iced Tea. Sourced from our favorite patriotic award winning tea company Oliver Pluff of Charleston South Carolina.

All Day Menu - Family Trays
Mediterranean Slider Half Tray $85.00
One dozen (12) of our mouth watering Mediterranean Sliders. In a half tray with sides of red cabbage salad and zesty pickles.
*Family Platter*
Four Skewers of Chicken Kebab, Two Skewers marinated vegetable kebabs, grilled tomatoes, basmati rice an yogurt.
Wing, Falafel & Fries Platter $50.00
A party sized half tray of wings, falafels and fries. Comes with blue cheese and tahini sauce.
Fresh Cut Fries Half Tray $30.00
Half a tray of our high quality fresh cut fries. Perhaps the perfect compliment to our Mediterranean Sliders or Wings.
Empanada Half Tray $70.00
10 Chicken Shawarma Empanadas. Check out our catering menu for other Hot Half Tray Offerings!

All Day Menu - Soups
Chicken Lemon Rice Soup $5.99
Hearty soup of chicken, rice and vegetables. Just the right amount of lemon. Super cozy cold day enhancer.
Lentil Soup $5.99
A lovely vegan soup made with lentils and chopped vegetables.

All Day Menu - Fresh Brewed Iced Tea
Southern Style Fresh Brewed Iced Tea $4.00
Crisp and refreshing home brewed Iced Teas. Proudly Brewing Oliver Pluff Teas from South Carolina.

All Day Menu - Shakshouka
Shakshouka (Saturday Only) $16.00
Three cage free farm fresh eggs poached in our home made tomato bell pepper sauce.

All Day Menu - Sides
Falafel Side $13.50
Crispy chickpea balls made with fresh herbs and spices with tahini.
Hummus & Pita $12.50
Smooth home made chickpea dip served with one fresh baked sourdough pita.
Fries $8.50
Fresh cut from the best potatoes. Traditional double fry method. Taking all challengers, our fries are king.
Mediterranean Sliders
Freshly ground beef sliders topped with feta and authentic American cheese. Served with pickles and red cabbage salad. Two per order.
Mediterranean Fries $10.50
Our fresh cut fries, with feta, garlic, oregano, and lemon.
Yogurt Dip & Pita
Cool cucumber-mint yogurt dip.
Zendiggi Wings $14.50
Chicken Wings Marinated, Skewered, and Grilled. Served with Home Made Gorgonzola Blue Cheese and celery.
Basmati Rice $9.99
Saffron topped bed of Persian style long grained rice.
Chicken Shawarma Empanadas $13.99
Empanadas stuffed with chicken shawarma, spinach and goat cheese. Served with a side of pickled turnips, lime and our punchy herb mayo.
Loaded Tabbouleh Fries $13.50
Our fresh cut fries topped with tabbouleh, chicken shawarma, lime, and green herb mayo.
Baba Ganoush & Pita $12.50
Smokey grilled eggplant dip with tahini comes with one fresh baked sourdough pita.

All Day Menu - Extra Stuff & Things
Tahini Sauce Cup $1.00
Pita Bread $0.50
Bottle Hot Sauce $10.00
No longer will you be a victim to in-store hot sauce shortages. Bring home a bottle of our famous hot sauce. You will be your own sovereign independent self reliant hot sauce holder. Not your bottle, not your sauce.
Yogurt Sauce Cup $1.00
Hot Sauce Cup $0.50
Our legendary house hot sauce. Crafted from habaneros, herbs and spices. This hot sauce has an insane following. Tempers tend to rise should we ever run out. As your leader, I promise* there will be no more hot sauce shortages while I'm in office.

All Day Menu - Super Plates
Lamb Chop Super Plate $29.99
Marinated and grilled lamb chops(4). Served with fresh cut fries, hummus, tabbouleh, pickled turnips, and pita bread
Chicken Gyro Super Plate $18.50
Vertically broiled, marinated chicken breast and thigh served with fresh cut fries, hummus, tabbouleh, pickled turnips, and pita bread.
Shrimp Super Plate $25.00
Marinated colossal tiger shrimp. Served with fresh cut fries, hummus, tabbouleh, pickled turnips, and pita bread
Kubideh Super Plate $19.99
Our signature kebab of seasoned ground beef and lamb. Served with fresh cut fries, hummus, tabbouleh, pickled turnips, and pita bread.
Falafel Super Plate $17.50
Crispy seasoned chickpeas balls. Served with fresh cut fries, hummus, tabbouleh, pickled turnips, and pita bread.
Wing Super Plate $21.99
Marinated and Grilled Chicken Wings. Served with fresh cut fries, hummus, tabbouleh, pickled turnips, and pita bread.
Lamb Super Plate $20.99
Marinated Lamb Kebab. Served with fresh cut fries, hummus, tabbouleh, pickled turnips, and pita bread.
Beef Super Plate $21.99
Marinated Flat Iron Beef Steak Kebab served with fresh cut fries, hummus, tabbouleh, pickled turnips, and pita bread.
Chicken Super Plate $18.99
Savory marinated Chicken Kebab served with fresh cut fries, hummus, tabbouleh, pickled turnips, and pita bread.
Beef Gyro Super Plate $18.50
Vertically broiled thin sliced seasoned Beef. Served with fresh cut fries, hummus, tabbouleh, pickled turnips, and pita bread.
Salmon Super Plate $24.50
Salmon fillet, marinated with spices and fresh herbs Open fire grilled. Served with fresh cut fries, hummus, tabbouleh, pickled turnips, and pita bread.

All Day Menu - Dessert
Baklava $8.00
Outstanding home made pistachio baklava.

All Day Menu - Kids Menu
Sliders & Fries (Kids Menu) $11.00
Best of the best of the best homemade sliders and fresh cut fries
Chicken & Cheese Quesadillas $10.00
Our white meat chicken kebab diced up and made into delicious quesadillas for a substantial nutritious kids option! Served with home made sour cream dip.
Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup $9.00
The perfect grilled cheese and tomato soup combo. Cozy and delicious kids classic!

All Day Menu - Specials
Ghormeh Sabzi $25.00
The traditional Kind of Persian Stews. Fragrant and aromatic stew of Herbs, Beef and Damascus Limes.
Picanha Steak Platter $27.00
Flavorful, tender Picanha steaks served with Basmati Rice and special 'vinaigrette' salad.
Picanha Steak Kebab Special $29.00
Supremely Flavorful Picanha Steak seared on the grill, then finished on the open charbroiler brushed with butter. A steak lovers dream
Game Day Party Tray
Please Specify time for pickup! Half: Wings, Nachos, Guac, Blue Cheese Dip, Fresh Veggies Full: Wings, Nachos, Fresh Cut Fries, Guac, Blue Cheese Dip, Fresh Veggies
Zereshk Polo Ba Morgh $25.00
Barberry Rice w/ Braised Saffron Chicken Hearty fragrant Saffron Braised Chicken Leg served with sweet and sour Barberry Rice.
Lubia Polo $23.00
Fragrant savory basmati rice steamed with fresh ground beef, spices and cut green beans. Served with a side of shirazi salad and yogurt.
Beef Stew $25.00
Top of class Beef Brisket Stew slow cooked to perfection with potato, celery and carrots.

All Day Menu - Bread
Sourdough Rye Pita $4.00
Fresh baked sourdough pita. Available in 2 flavors.
Semolina Sesame Pita $4.50
Fresh baked semolina sourdough pita with sesame seeds.

All Day Menu - Salads
Tabbouleh Salad
Bright and fresh salad of chopped parsley, mint, bulgur wheat, tomato, and onion. A great compliment to... everything!
Greek Salad
Tomato, cucumber, onion, kalamata olives, feta cheese, avocado. Served with a special Greek dressing.
Garden Salad
Green leaf lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onions, feta cheese, oil and vinegar dressing and pita.
Shirazi (Shephard) Salad
Shepherd- Israeli diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and mint in a lemon-olive oil dressing.
Fattoush
A delicious summer salad traditionally from Lebanon. Cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, spring onions, romaine, raddishes and bell peppers with crispy pita croutons and pomegranate lemon vinaigrette.

All Day Menu - Platters & Salads
Salmon Kebab Platter
Skewered salmon fillet marinated & grilled. Served as a platter, salad, or 50/50.
Falafel (Vegetarian) Platter
Deliciously seasoned fried chickpea balls. Served as a platter, salad, or 50/50.
Beef Kebab Platter
Perfectly marinated flat iron steak grilled over an open fire. Served as a platter, salad, or 50/50.
Lamb Kebab Platter
Marinated lamb skewered & grilled over an open fire. Served as a platter, salad, or 50/50.
Surf And Chops $42.00
4 Lamb Chops, 5 Colossal Tiger Shrimp, Grilled Tomatoes, Basmati Rice, Onion Parsley Salad, Cucumber Yogurt Sauce.
Shrimp Kebab $23.99
Platter of Marinated and Grilled Shrimp Kebabs.
Chicken Kebab Platter
Marinated cubes of chicken breast grilled over an open fire. Served as a platter, salad, or 50/50.
Lamb Chops Platter $32.00
Four tender marinated grass-fed New Zealand Lamb Chops served with your choice of sizes
Chicken Gyro Platter
Marinated chicken thigh roasted on a vertical spit. Served as a platter, salad, or 50/50.
Gyro Platter
Seasoned beef roasted on a vertical spit. Served as a platter, salad, or 50/50.
Wing Kebab Platter $23.50
marinated skewered and grilled chicken wings served as a platter.
Kubideh Kebab Platter
Our signature kebab of seasoned ground beef & lamb. Photo shown with Persian basmati rice and grilled tomatoes, the most iconic plating in all of kebabs. Served as a platter, salad, or 50/50.

All Day Menu - Combos
Kubideh & Chicken Combo $25.00
Skewer of kubideh kebab & a skewer of chicken kebab.
Kubideh & Beef Combo $26.75
Skewer of Kubideh and a skewer of Beef. Served with rice, salad or 50/50
Chicken & Lamb $26.25
Skewer of chicken and a skewer of Lamb.
Beef & Chicken Combo $26.25
Skewer of beef kebab & a skewer of chicken kebab.
Beef & Lamb Combo $28.00
Skewer of kubideh kebab & a skewer of beef kebab.
Kubideh & Lamb Combo $26.75
Skewer of Kubideh and a skewer of Lamb.
Dinner For 2: Chicken, Kubideh & Lamb Chops $47.00
Kubideh Kebab, Chicken Kebab and 4 Lamb Chops. Served with basmati rice & grilled tomato.
Gyro (Beef/Chicken) Combo $23.50
Beef Gyro and Chicken Gyro
Sultan Platter $36.00
Dinner fit for a Sultan. Platter with 3 skewers. Kubideh, Beef, and Chicken

All Day Menu - Sandwiches
Falafel Sandwich (Vegetarian) $13.99
Deliciously seasoned fried chickpea balls on a toasty flatbread pita with hummus, pickle, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & tahini sauce.
Salmon Kebab Sandwich $19.50
Marinated salmon in a toasty flatbread sandwich. Topped with lettuce, tomato, onions, and yogurt sauce.
Beef Kebab Sandwich $16.50
flat iron steak marinated skewered and grilled. Tucked in a toasty flatbread pita, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, & yogurt sauce.
Kubideh Kebab Sandwich $15.50
Our signature kebab, seasoned mixture of ground lamb & beef. Tucked into a toasty flatbread pita, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, & yogurt sauce.
Chicken Kebab Sandwich $16.99
Marinated chicken breast grilled over an open fire on a toasty flatbread pita, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, & yogurt sauce .
Lamb Kebab Sandwich $16.50
Marinated lamb grilled over an open fire on a toasty flatbread pita, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, & yogurt sauce
Gyro (Beef) Sandwich $14.25
Seasoned thin sliced beef from the vertical broiler in a toasty flatbread pita. Topped with lettuce, tomato, onions, and yogurt sauce.
Chicken Gyro Sandwich $14.25
(Chicken Shawarma) Marinated chicken breast & thigh roasted on a vertical spit. Loaded into a toasty flatbread pita, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, garlic mayo & yogurt sauce.

Zendiggi Kebab House Details

Service options
Curbside pickup
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights
Fast service
Great tea selection

Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Coffee
Comfort food
Halal food
Healthy options
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegetarian options
Wine

Dining options
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities
Gender-neutral restroom
Restroom

Atmosphere
Casual
Cozy
Trendy

Crowd
Family-friendly
Groups

Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards

Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu

Parking
Free parking lot
Free street parking
Parking

Zendiggi Kebab House Photos

Zendiggi Kebab House Location

Zendiggi Kebab House

New Jersey Bergen County Closter Closter Dock Road

228 Closter Dock Rd, Closter, NJ 07624, USA

Zendiggi Kebab House Reviews

An average rating of ★4.6 from 404 user reviews.

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We recently hosted our son's graduation dinner at Zendiggi Kabob House, and it was an absolute delight from start to finish. The food was nothing short of spectacular, bursting with flavor, expertly prepared, and truly a highlight of the evening. Every dish was a testament to the restaurant’s dedication to quality and authenticity.Beyond the incredible cuisine, the experience of renting out the full restaurant for three hours exceeded our expectations in every way. The pricing was incredibly reasonable, offering tremendous value for such a special occasion. The service was impeccable, with staff going above and beyond to ensure that our guests were well taken care of throughout the event. And the lavender rose lattes, were a great surprise.If you're looking for a place to host an event or simply enjoy an outstanding meal, we wholeheartedly recommend Keivan and his restaurant Zendiggi Kabob House. Their food, hospitality, and event planning make them a top-tier choice for any celebration!
July 26 · Tracy BD
Food is absolutely delicious! Great service, we tried sourdough pita bread. Hot from the oven- fluffy, great taste!! Great job, Chef Kevan!
May 29 · Elina Gilels
Zendiggi is probably my friends’ and family’s most frequented eatery, ever since it opened nearly a decade ago ❤️ Their produce is always fresh, portions are always large (enough to feed family dinners), and their family-owned business/personalities are always a treat to encounter!Platters are plentiful, healthy/clean, and soooo flavorful— somehow always perfect for either take-out or dine-in 👌🏻Definitely an Closter, NJ original eatery (before Closter became a foodie hotspot), and once you know about Zendiggi, you'll find yourself keeping on munching here from then on!their hot sauce & yogurt sauce made in-house is 🔥🔥🔥
July 28 · R C
This place is a gem!! Family run business that care about the quality of their food just as much as their customers.Food is fantastic and their freshly baked bread is out of this world!!the owner, Keivan took the time to speak with us personally and explained their fascinating story !!
May 18 · Alexandros DOUFEXIS
I recently visited Kebab House and had an overall positive experience. The food was excellent, with great flavors that really stood out, especially the house hot sauce, which added a fantastic kick (chicken could have been grilled a bit more). While the protein portions were a bit small for the price, they were compensated by generous side dishes, whether it was salad or rice, which helped somewhat round out the meal. I highly recommend their shawarma empanadas for appetizers — they were delicious. The staff were attentive and quick to respond, but could benefit from adding a bit more personality to the interactions. One small critique: I wasn’t consulted on meal options for kids, which would have been helpful (instead rushed into ordering a standard platter). Overall, a good spot for flavorful food with a few areas for improvement.
October 22 · Greg K