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Zarza

Bondgenotenlaan 92, Leuven, Belgium
+32 16 205 005
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Ranked #18 of 193 restaurants in Leuven
Price range: $37 - $148
Cuisines: Belgian, French, International, Fusion
Dining options: Reservations
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Dining options: Reservations
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London, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 2, 2013 via mobile

We went straight for the mains as the none of the starters really caught our eyes and they were very pricey ! We both had Steak which was served with an excellent jus - very nice. I had the cheese for dessert which was lovely and very generous! Good restaurant but on the pricey side.

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Zwevegem, Belgium
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74 reviews 74 reviews
40 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 2, 2013

we decided to combine business meeting with a quick lunch to win time. Zarza was a good facility to do so. ALthough quite crowded, we had no lack of privacy. Business lunch was okee - good meat perfectly cooked (often difficult to find these days when you having a quick lunch). Service was okee.

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Halifax, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

Excellent meal with excellent service. A bit more expensive than some of the other restaurants in the city, but worth it. The service was great and the food was very good. The "amuse-bouches" prior to the meal were extraordinary.

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Brussels, Belgium
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11 reviews 11 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

I love Zarza. Yes, it is a little on the pricy side, but I always feel that it is worth the money, as produces are fresh and well chosen; taste combinations are surprising without being outlandish. Reception is warm and welcoming and so is the entire service. I love the front room on cold winter evenings, watching students rushing past... More

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Sydney, Australia
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42 reviews 42 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2013

Loved this restaurant. Subdued, well spaced tables, fabulous food, unpretentious and gracious staff. We would recommend the 3,4 or 5 course meals - 3 course was enough for us and was absolutely sublime food, and the selected 'matched' wines option was economical and really great.

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London, England, United Kingdom
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28 reviews 28 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2013

Go here ...don't think...just go! The food on the prix fixe menu was out of this world accompanied by a wine selection. Staff fantastic, and funny in any language. Nothing was too much trouble and had great food and a great evening

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Hong Kong, China
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2013

The waiting time was horrible. It took about 20 min before our orders were taken. We requested for the wine list twice till someone of our table decided to go to the front. The wine chosen was not available and was replaced by another wine without informing us. It was only after the wine was served that we noticed the... More

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Bruessel
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2013

We have been there for lunch, the place was rather packed. You definetivly have to book. the atmosphere is modern/design but cosy. Friendly staff. Nice food and nice wine. The chesse plate was really good, some unusual choices. Nice wine list. Good location, just on Bongenotenlaan. I would advice to book a table under the glass roof.

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Mahone Bay
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10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 29, 2013

Wonderful, very busy restaurant. Don't leave it to chance -- book a reservation before arriving! The atmosphere is cozy and always feels like "the place to be"!

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Leuven, Belgium
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24 reviews 24 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2013

So pleasantly surprised by this place! Great atmosphere, modern yet warm and romantic. Really nice wine list with wines for every taste and budget. Most importantly great food! I really recommend trying one of their tasting menus, they do unique culinary twists on run of the mill Belgian classics, from North Sea shrimp and witloof to Napoleon candy and even... More

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