New Leander restaurant grills up classic Persian, Mediterranean flavors

Zeytun Mediterranean Grill now brings Persian and Mediterranean cuisine to Leander, moving into the former home of Aparacios.

The grand opening

Officially opened on March 24, the restaurant prioritizes a unique blend of flavors to the Austin area. In a statement to Community Impact, owner Arash Soofiani described Zeytun Mediterranean Grill as "a Persian, Italian and Mediterranean grill concept built on family tradition, cultural heritage and a passion for fresh, high-quality food."

"The concept reflects years of experience in both Persian cuisine and Italian culinary training [in] Florence, with a strong focus on authenticity and craftsmanship," Soofiani said.

The Leander restaurant hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by community members and the Leander Chamber of Commerce.

On the menu

The restaurant offers a variety of halal dishes, including gyros, kabobs and pasta. Additionally, the $9.95 lunch special includes any chicken kabob plate or wrap with a choice of rice.