Zalatimo Sweets & Cafe

Zalatimo Sweets & Cafe offers families a delicious introduction to authentic Jordanian pastries and treats in a welcoming, casual setting. Kids will love sampling sweet knafeh, baklava, and other Middle Eastern delicacies while parents sip traditional Arabic coffee or tea. It's a perfect cultural pit stop where even picky eaters can find something to enjoy among the fresh pastries and light snacks.

• ✓Authentic knafeh and baklava made fresh daily
• ✓Sweet treats that appeal to children's palates
• ✓Affordable prices perfect for families on a budget
• ✓Cultural experience trying traditional Jordanian sweets
• ✓Casual, family-friendly atmosphere with indoor seating

1. 1.Visit mid-morning or mid-afternoon to avoid peak meal times when locals crowd in for breakfast or post-dinner desserts.
2. 2.Point to items in the display case if language is a barrier. Staff are used to international visitors and very helpful with recommendations.
3. 3.Try the knafeh, a warm cheese pastry with syrup that's a Jordanian specialty and usually a hit with kids who like sweet flavors.
4. 4.Bring hand wipes as many traditional sweets can be sticky and messy for little hands.
5. 5.Ask for treats to go if your kids want to try multiple items. Prices are very affordable, so sampling several pastries won't break the budget.

Mid-morning (10-11am) or mid-afternoon (3-4pm) on weekdays when it's quieter. Avoid Friday afternoons and evenings when local families gather, making it more crowded. Mornings offer the freshest pastries right from the kitchen.

This is a budget-friendly stop with very affordable prices (most items under a few dollars). The cafe has casual seating where families can relax, and staff are accustomed to tourists though English may be limited.

Open year-round. During Ramadan (dates vary annually), hours may change with the cafe closing during daylight fasting hours and becoming very busy after sunset. Some special sweets are prepared for Eid celebrations.