John Mariani

"Esquire Best New Restaurants: Zahav - Hot mezes, like kibbe naya and Moroccan pastilla of phyllo pastry, rabbit, prunes, and almonds, could hardly be improved upon."

Bonjwing Lee

"It was the main reason for my visit to Zahav. The light and flaky phyllo shell surrounded a screeching hot mix of ground rabbit, prunes and almond."

Abbey Sharp

"Well, Zahav, you did not disappoint. This was definitely one of my favourite dishes of the night because I loved the balance of savoury and sweet. The phyllo was crispy and light, was packed with wonderfully flavourful meat and was absolutely delicious smeared through the apricot puree."

Nicole Woon

"The incredibly tender beef took center stage, beaming with meaty savoriness. The meat pie reminded me of a chimichanga with its crispy shell, but this shell was more airy and lighter than any deep-fried burrito I’ve bit into. The refreshing relish on top was the perfect counterpoint to the neat little pocket."

Kory Chester

"This dish was a standout and very well done. One of my favorite things is when a garnish enhances an already good dish to another level, and that is the case here."

Beth Price-Williams

"The restaurant in Pennsylvania that was named one of the best in the world. Peruse a generous dinner menu that features chicken pastilla."