Welcome to Zilu’s Essen, a proudly kosher, family-friendly restaurant bringing the rich flavors of Hungarian-style and heimish cooking to the heart of Brooklyn. Located at 3715 13th Avenue, we’ve taken over the beloved space formerly known as VIP Grill and transformed it into a vibrant destination for authentic, satisfying food with a warm neighborhood feel. Under new ownership, our mission is to blend tradition, quality, and generous hospitality so every guest feels at home.

At Zilu’s Essen, we specialize in the dishes people crave—classic deli favorites and timeless comfort food prepared fresh with the highest standards of kashrus. Our menu showcases stacked deli sandwiches, hot pastrami piled high on fresh bread, crispy golden schnitzel sandwiches, juicy shawarma, perfectly grilled steaks, and fresh, hearty burgers. Every bite reflects the kind of cooking you’d expect from a heimish kitchen: hearty, flavorful, and deeply satisfying.

We’re especially proud of our Thursday menu, a much-anticipated highlight for many customers preparing for Shabbos. This special menu features our rich, slow-simmered cholent, flavorful kishka, comforting overnight potato kugel, and our signature yapchik—alongside savory liver, deli rolls, and tender brisket. These dishes capture the authentic flavors and aromas of Shabbos in every bite.

Beyond the food, Zilu’s Essen is about experience. We’ve created a space where families, friends, and neighbors can gather to enjoy hearty meals and warm hospitality. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick deli sandwich, sitting down for a steak dinner, or picking up traditional Shabbos staples, we want every visit to feel like coming home.

Our commitment to excellence extends to every part of what we do—thoughtful portions, careful preparation, and a dedication to authentic flavors. The result is a dining experience that’s equal parts delicious, nostalgic, and memorable.

Zilu’s Essen stands as a true celebration of Hungarian-style and heimish kosher cooking in Brooklyn. We invite you to stop by and taste for yourself why we’ve become a neighborhood favorite