Heavy metal contamination significantly threatens agricultural production and environmental sustainability, particularly zinc (Zn) pollution. Excessive zinc accumulation in soil causes phytotoxicity, which affects plant development and soil health. It is the most common microelement phytotoxicity, exceeding Co, Ni, Cd, Cu, and other metals. Anthropogenic contamination from various sources, including pesticides, manures, fertilizers, smelters, incinerators, sewage sludge, galvanized goods, and mines, has led to increased distribution of Zn and reached phytotoxic levels in many soils. Traditional remediation methods fail to address these challenges, prompting the exploration of alternative, eco-friendly strategies. Using beneficial microorganisms to remove heavy metals is a possible strategy for addressing these adverse effects. Microbes play pivotal roles in enhancing plant tolerance to heavy metal stress through metal solubilization, immobilization, and detoxification. Specific groups of microbes, including plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR), mycorrhizal fungi, and metal-resistant bacteria, are discussed for their beneficial effects in remediation processes. By leveraging microbial diversity and metabolic versatility, innovative solutions can be developed to address zinc phytotoxicity sustainably, promoting agricultural productivity and environmental health. Harnessing microbial potential for sustainable remediation of zinc-contaminated soils is gaining interest. Use of microorganisms and excellent knowledge of their complicated association may lead to better Zn phytoremediation strategies.