Mazza – kebabs and rice
Mazza is a Lebanese restaurant located in Salt Lake City. The restaurant focuses on classic dishes from the Levantine region. In 2023, chef and owner Ali Sabbah was recognized with a James Beard semi-finalist nomination for the restaurant – this went onto a nomination as a finalist for best chef.
1515 S 1500 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84105
(801) 484-9259
mazzacafe.com
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