Zizi’s Cafe

Address: 2825 N Sheffield

Neighborhood: Lake View

Cuisine: Mediterranean / Turkish

Price Range: $$$

Website: https://ziziscafe.com/

Hours:

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Our take: Lake View’s Bosphorus crossing: Zizi’s Cafe bridges continents with every bite. Bring a bottle of raki and prepare for a kebab-powered magic carpet ride.

Wine Pairing: Turkish cuisine pairs well with a crisp white like Narince or a bold red like Öküzgözü. For a familiar option, try a Grüner Veltliner.

Beer Pairing: Efes Pilsener is the classic Turkish beer. For a craft option, try a farmhouse ale or a crisp Kölsch to complement the flavors.

Spirits Pairing: Raki is Turkey's national drink. Bring a bottle of Yeni Raki or Efe. For a non-anise option, bring a bottle of gin for Mediterranean-inspired cocktails.