This place is no longer open during the week at all. Had a large group of coworkers with me, and we came here for lunch and found out that the establishment no longer is open except for Sunday. They should update their Google maps account to reflect their current schedule so it doesn't inconvenience patrons.***Edited***The hours have been properly updated to reflect the current hours. The rating has been changed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sheri B
I went in for the first time this week and immediately felt so welcome. The staff all seem happy and friendly. We were warned the portions were big, but we had no idea they would be soooo big. We ended up splitting a sub and still had to get a to-go box. Im not complaining though! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was positively charming, and the people were so sweet. Will definitely be going back!
Joy Samuelson
Best Italian food, ever! Jackie, is the real deal! If you want authentic Italian it's Zanini's! If there were ten stars here, I would give her that! Jackie, is a kind, sweetheart, of a person, she really does make her food with love! Her spaghetti with meat sauce is my absolute favorite! I just keep ordering that one! She has a lot of awesome, dishes! I've had the ? meat ball sandwich too,. It's delicious! My husband and I split that one, with some left over. It will satisfy the hearty, appetite, for sure!
Linda R
I had a cup of the roasted red pepper soup and the junior size lasagna with a garlic knot. The size of each was plentiful for me. The lasagna was a rich red sauce with layers of meat, cheeses, and noodles and was really delicious. The garlic knot was fresh, soft and coated with garlic butter. In addition, the chef/owner came out to ensure I liked everything and offered me an Italian shortbread cook. I will definitely return with my family. It’s easy to pick up to take home with parking right in front of the entrance.
Debbie
Delicious lunch at Zanini's. We had sandwiches and salads and they were amazing...but just as good was the stellar service! The focaccia is to die for!!! We'll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Our Focaccia, Italian Sub
Anonymous
My co worker and I stopped in to get lunch to go. I travel all over Washington and part of Oregon for work. Ive had Italian sandwiches from all over. The Italian sub I got here was by far the best one I've ever had.The meat tasted fresh, the bread was perfectly toasted with zero hard pieces and very fresh tasting. The tomatoes tasted like they were freshly cut, not like pre sliced ones. Absolutely perfect. My coworker loved his meatball sub and the marinara. We both liked the pasta salad. The canolis were the best I've had in decades. My co worker had never had one before. He says he'll definitely buy them again. The owner was very passionate and inviting. I will definitely stop in here again next time I pass through. Highly recommend you try this place out!
Diane Baker
We stopped here for lunch based on the reviews and are absolutely in agreement. Believe the reviews! Excellent Italian deli options and done right. I’m convinced my Italian grandmother would be impressed, as well (God rest her soul). Only caution would be to bring a friend if you plan on tackling the meatball sandwich. ;) On top of the great food you’ll find kind and attentive service. If you’re in the mood for Italian, just go!
Recommended dishes: Pasta Salad with Added Hot Peppers, Meatball Grinder
Lynn Ernsting
Most incredible food, family atmosphere and service. If you're looking for delicious Italian food, this is the place to go.
Kid-friendliness: So helpful and accommodating for kids. They offered my girls fresh pasta without sauce and Italian cookies AFTER we paid.
Michael Domboski
If you want truly authentic Italian food, Aunt Jackie is going to blow your mind. Do yourself a favor and go to Zanini's NOW!
It's always a joy to go to Zanini's. Excellent food, decent price, service with a smile and the people there are a joy to be around. If you're in Oak Harbor I definitely, highly recommend enjoying their Fare.
Parking: There's not very much parking, especially if you're in a large vehicle. However, there's all sorts of parking along the street.
Kree S
We were very happy with our focaccia, canoli, spaghetti with meat sauce, loaded baked potato soup, pasta salad, mozzerella balls, and cucumber salad. Kids liked all of it too which was a feat in and of itself.Pros:Food was top notch and scrumptiousThe restaurant itself was inviting and warmWide variety of italian food (made in house) and drink availableGluten free options are available if you call ahead.Staff is sweet, helpful, knowledgable and accomodating.Take out is welcomedCons:Really, super expensive for a family of six.Small dine in areaSmall ordering areaNot immediately apparent how the procurement of food is handled.
Maureen
Like stepping into a “back east Italian deli”. There was even a guy singing in the corner - and he had a great voice! The owner and her staff are great, the food is real deal -everything is handmade and delicious. The tiramisu is fantastic. Small place with a few outdoor tables , but you can take out and go to the beach that’s 4 blocks down the hill. So good-just go and see for yourself!!
Graham Parker
Awesome Italian dishes! Be sure to order earlier in the day, as I showed up a bit after 5pm, and their special was sold old. Settled for some veg lasagna that was still AMAZING! Will be back soon!
Tyler
This place has 5 stars and from my experience today it is absolutely well deserved. Not only was the food amazing looking and exceptionally tasty, but the young ladies who worked there were the most accommodating people I have ever met. So warm and kind. And even though they didn’t have A/C or a fan in there they all had smiles on their faces and made sure we had enough food! By far the best food and experience we’ve had in the 5 days we’ve stayed here. No food can compare around these parts. Stephanya, Mini, Holly, and Naomi…. If you’re reading this, thank you all for everything. The cannolis are 10 stars out of 5. I won’t take photos of anything because you should go see for yourself and be pleasantly not surprised that everything is awesome. Not sure when I’ll be back around Oak Harbor, but if I do come back I hope this place thrives and it’s a first stop for everyone.
Best Italian food I've ever had!! Hands Down!
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is no longer open during the week at all. Had a large group of coworkers with me, and we came here for lunch and found out that the establishment no longer is open except for Sunday. They should update their Google maps account to reflect their current schedule so it doesn't inconvenience patrons.***Edited***The hours have been properly updated to reflect the current hours. The rating has been changed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I went in for the first time this week and immediately felt so welcome. The staff all seem happy and friendly. We were warned the portions were big, but we had no idea they would be soooo big. We ended up splitting a sub and still had to get a to-go box. Im not complaining though! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was positively charming, and the people were so sweet. Will definitely be going back!
Best Italian food, ever! Jackie, is the real deal! If you want authentic Italian it's Zanini's! If there were ten stars here, I would give her that! Jackie, is a kind, sweetheart, of a person, she really does make her food with love! Her spaghetti with meat sauce is my absolute favorite! I just keep ordering that one! She has a lot of awesome, dishes! I've had the ? meat ball sandwich too,. It's delicious! My husband and I split that one, with some left over. It will satisfy the hearty, appetite, for sure!
I had a cup of the roasted red pepper soup and the junior size lasagna with a garlic knot. The size of each was plentiful for me. The lasagna was a rich red sauce with layers of meat, cheeses, and noodles and was really delicious. The garlic knot was fresh, soft and coated with garlic butter. In addition, the chef/owner came out to ensure I liked everything and offered me an Italian shortbread cook. I will definitely return with my family. It’s easy to pick up to take home with parking right in front of the entrance.
Delicious lunch at Zanini's. We had sandwiches and salads and they were amazing...but just as good was the stellar service! The focaccia is to die for!!! We'll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Our Focaccia, Italian Sub
My co worker and I stopped in to get lunch to go. I travel all over Washington and part of Oregon for work. Ive had Italian sandwiches from all over. The Italian sub I got here was by far the best one I've ever had.The meat tasted fresh, the bread was perfectly toasted with zero hard pieces and very fresh tasting. The tomatoes tasted like they were freshly cut, not like pre sliced ones. Absolutely perfect. My coworker loved his meatball sub and the marinara. We both liked the pasta salad. The canolis were the best I've had in decades. My co worker had never had one before. He says he'll definitely buy them again. The owner was very passionate and inviting. I will definitely stop in here again next time I pass through. Highly recommend you try this place out!
We stopped here for lunch based on the reviews and are absolutely in agreement. Believe the reviews! Excellent Italian deli options and done right. I’m convinced my Italian grandmother would be impressed, as well (God rest her soul). Only caution would be to bring a friend if you plan on tackling the meatball sandwich. ;) On top of the great food you’ll find kind and attentive service. If you’re in the mood for Italian, just go!
Recommended dishes: Pasta Salad with Added Hot Peppers, Meatball Grinder
Most incredible food, family atmosphere and service. If you're looking for delicious Italian food, this is the place to go.
Kid-friendliness: So helpful and accommodating for kids. They offered my girls fresh pasta without sauce and Italian cookies AFTER we paid.
If you want truly authentic Italian food, Aunt Jackie is going to blow your mind. Do yourself a favor and go to Zanini's NOW!
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It's always a joy to go to Zanini's. Excellent food, decent price, service with a smile and the people there are a joy to be around. If you're in Oak Harbor I definitely, highly recommend enjoying their Fare.
Parking: There's not very much parking, especially if you're in a large vehicle. However, there's all sorts of parking along the street.
We were very happy with our focaccia, canoli, spaghetti with meat sauce, loaded baked potato soup, pasta salad, mozzerella balls, and cucumber salad. Kids liked all of it too which was a feat in and of itself.Pros:Food was top notch and scrumptiousThe restaurant itself was inviting and warmWide variety of italian food (made in house) and drink availableGluten free options are available if you call ahead.Staff is sweet, helpful, knowledgable and accomodating.Take out is welcomedCons:Really, super expensive for a family of six.Small dine in areaSmall ordering areaNot immediately apparent how the procurement of food is handled.
Like stepping into a “back east Italian deli”. There was even a guy singing in the corner - and he had a great voice! The owner and her staff are great, the food is real deal -everything is handmade and delicious. The tiramisu is fantastic. Small place with a few outdoor tables , but you can take out and go to the beach that’s 4 blocks down the hill. So good-just go and see for yourself!!
Awesome Italian dishes! Be sure to order earlier in the day, as I showed up a bit after 5pm, and their special was sold old. Settled for some veg lasagna that was still AMAZING! Will be back soon!
This place has 5 stars and from my experience today it is absolutely well deserved. Not only was the food amazing looking and exceptionally tasty, but the young ladies who worked there were the most accommodating people I have ever met. So warm and kind. And even though they didn’t have A/C or a fan in there they all had smiles on their faces and made sure we had enough food! By far the best food and experience we’ve had in the 5 days we’ve stayed here. No food can compare around these parts. Stephanya, Mini, Holly, and Naomi…. If you’re reading this, thank you all for everything. The cannolis are 10 stars out of 5. I won’t take photos of anything because you should go see for yourself and be pleasantly not surprised that everything is awesome. Not sure when I’ll be back around Oak Harbor, but if I do come back I hope this place thrives and it’s a first stop for everyone.
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