Zooroona Restaurant

Zooroona Restaurant brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to downtown Kalamazoo, Michigan. Established in fall 2009 by Habib and Saad Mandwee and now under the ownership of Ramy and Kim Rezkalla since summer 2024, this beloved establishment has been serving authentic Moroccan, Greek, Egyptian, and Middle Eastern cuisine for over 15 years. The restaurant's signature dishes include the rich and aromatic Chicken Fesenjoon, a Persian favorite featuring lightly breaded chicken in a walnut and pomegranate molasses sauce, and the Spiced Beef with Figs, a savory stew combining beef, apricots, and figs served over fragrant rice. Start your culinary journey with appetizers like the Mediterranean Street Fries loaded with chickpeas, tomatoes, and feta, or the creamy Hummus and smoky Baba Ghannouj. The menu features fresh salads including the signature Zooroona salad with beets, chickpeas, and red wine vinegar, as well as authentic Lentil soup and Spicy Moroccan harira. Located at 1710 W Main St in Kalamazoo, Zooroona offers catering services for events and accepts gift cards for special occasions. Open for dinner and drinks, this Mediterranean kitchen and bar provides a warm atmosphere perfect for family dinners, date nights, or gathering with friends to explore the diverse flavors of the Mediterranean region.