Longstanding OC Family Restaurant Opens New South OC Location

SAN CLEMENTE, CA — After almost four decades of operation, a longstanding restaurant is opening a new Orange County location.

A new Zov's will open in San Clemente at 155 Avenida del Mar, within the city's downtown district.

The restaurant, founded by acclaimed chef and restauranteur Zov Karamardian, Zov's has made a name for itself for its vibrant flavors, polished hospitality and award-winning menu.

"San Clemente's coastal energy and strong sense of community make it the perfect home for our next chapter," CEO of Zov's Armen Karamardian told Patch. "Zov's has always been about bringing people together, and we look forward to welcoming guests to gather, celebrate and enjoy the flavors that have defined our family for generations."

The new San Clemente Zov's will feature seasonal Mediterranean dishes with thoughtfully-sourced ingredients.

Menu highlights include grilled lamb chops seasoned with herbs, house-made mezze platters with hummus and baba ghanoush, locally-sourced seafood, handcrafts flatbreads and pasta, and seasonal salads.

"Our story began 40 years ago with my mother's original recipes," Karamardian said. "Our menu's appeal and longevity rely on balancing premium, seasonal ingredients with the comforts of a home-cooked meal."

The newest Zov's is located at 155 Avenida del Mar in downtown San Clemente.

For more information, visit Zov's website.