What an amazing find! New Year's Eve . I was feeling a little under the weather , with a tummy upset from the previous day . All I wanted was nourishing soup - by chance saw on Yelp and reviews that mentioned the amazing food and chicken soup. First the vibe - just very warm and welcoming - the staff have such great energy like they welcoming guests to their home On a cold winter day this was so appreciated - It wasn't packed but pretty much most of the tables were occupied - you had people dressed for the New Year festivities , others just wanting to spend a nice low key evening with good company and great food The menu looked amazing - but I had to control myself . I started the cucumber yogurt with warm pita bread , made in house ( I think p, not the usual thick bread but lighter more delicate) . Then had the chicken soup - blew my mind , the flavors were beautiful and so flavorful , light and nourishing with some broken rice .. my body just sighed with happiness . My partner had the vegetable couscous - looked simple - but the flavors - wow - so delicate and refined on the palate - just elevated the whole dish - we were in heaven . I had home made green mint tea to accompany the food and he had Mighty Leaf orange blossom , both complemented the food beautifully . Finally we had the pistachio ice cream - not sure where they are getting it from - but this is made with passion . Lots of lovely pistachios in a creamy luscious ice cream . After years of spending New Year's Eve with overpriced average food and drink ,lots of noise - this is going to be one of the most memorable New Year's Eve in a restaurant in the city . We will be back soon! I want to try the lamb Shank and the other appetizers! read more

Such a good Sunday evening meal. We made it before happy hour ended, and the house wine was delicious. It was pretty quiet for a Sunday evening so we had no issue getting a table. Chipotle hummus was flavorful, a little sweet and a mild heat. Fries were crispy and paired well with chipotle aioli. Chicken was good. Lamb kebabs also yummy, cooked as we had asked (medium rare). The dips in general that we had were really solid, so next time we are back we would optimize towards more dips! read more

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the lamb tagine for $34 was emaciated. hardly any meat left. about as much as there is in 3 mcnuggets. and the pita was dry, flat, and just generally bad. read more

On Sunday mornings the windows are opened and this place is packed. We visited for my birthday brunch. Classic Mediterranean decor including cushioned seating and music builds an extremely intriguing atmosphere. I had an homemade Sangria to start for drinks. The Sangria is daytime friendly, subdued and light. I had an "Frittata" eggs that's similar to an omelette, quiche, or scrambled eggs. This Mediterranean Omelette (Frittata) includes mergues, black olives, cherry tomatoes, sesame seeds, parsley, and feta cheese. The omelette was hard scrambled and thick. I loved the seasoning with lemons and olive oil. We absolutely enjoyed the well seasoned, lightly fried sweet potato home fries. Brunch also includes Shepherd salad with finely chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, long green peppers, onions, and flat-leaf parsley seasoned with lemon and olive oil. I've never had this salad before, it was cut thick and crispy. Nice place for Brunch, great customer services, and right here in Bed-Stuy. read more

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The best! Always so, so good. Took some out of town guests there and they loved it too. The service is 5 star ;-) can't wait to try the new location in bed-stuy too read more

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Beautiful corner restaurant. Pleasantly surprised. I ordered a chicken rice bowl and my niece had the kale falafel salad. We both enjoyed the scrumptious food!! So damn flavorful and gratifying with every forkful. The gentlemen gave us a little surprise dessert that was also heavenly. I will definitely return. Had such a great encounter here. They offer happy hour daily from 12pm-7pm. $5 Draft $7 Sangria 1/2 off bottle of wine. They also have a brunch menu. Stop on by if you're ever in the neighborhood you will not be disappointed. read more

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Stopped in here for a quick lentil soup because the reviews were good and I am pleasantly surprised at the 1) price point 2) quality and love of the food and 3) the cute space and ambiance. The inside is small, but they have a bar for single diners with beer and wine and great coffee and tea. The lentil soup was big for the price and I got a chicken shawarma platter ($20) and lamb kibbeh ($10) to go. No dish, including entrees, is over $20. I will definitely be back to try all the mezze and tapas as some of them were very unique variations. They also have a delicious looking brunch menu on weekends 11am-4pm. The staff was super prompt and friendly and the house made hot sauce is bomb! read more

Dar525 - Menu - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Ordered takeout. Food was so delicious and well packaged, staff was very kind when I walked in. And the restaurant itself is elegant, would love to eat in at some point. 10/10 read more

Tip: Get the chicken soup delivered when you're sick or when it's cold out; the spices give it such wonderful flavor! I always get the soup to help me heal or warm up on a cold day. read more

Dar 525 is situated in a great location within Williamsburg and Greenpoint. From the outside, the exterior is really inviting - kind of like your neighborhood restaurant spot. The staff were friendly to us and attentive to anything that we might have needed. Dar 525 had outdoor seating and indoor seating - we opted for indoor seating just because of the current heat wave. Food wise, I like how the menu isn't too large. A menu that isn't too large makes it easy to order and everything on the menu looked authentic and like something I'd want to order. We decided to order a mix of dishes - to start out we had the Muhamara, a dip made up of spicy roasted red peppers, cashews, olive oil & spices. The muhamara was tasty and definitely something we could just get a tub of and indulge in for days. Additionally, we ordered the bowls which were packed with flavor and a really good portion - my favorite bowl was the meatballs & bowl. read more

Dar525 - Muhamara - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We ordered from Grubhub. The food came early! We split the mezze platter in which we got to choose our five items! Do not get babaghonush or hummus bc they already come with your entree order. Also, we were very happy that we didn't order a large salad bc our entrees also came with salad. We shared the falafel and chicken schwarma platters. They were good but nothing amazing. I've definitely had better. Overall, easy place to order take out from with but good variety, fast service and good portion sizes. read more

Visiting town and needed to order delivery. The menu looked good and it was the closest me so I decided to try it. Ordered the chicken soup, cauliflower and tabbouleh and they were as delicious as my Syrian aunties. The delivery came quicker than estimated and everything was perfect. I'll be there soon for more. read more

Nice place, excellent flavors, reasonably priced with good service. It was a few months ago so the details are rusty, but the zaalouk was a highlight. read more

Everyone here is so nice and the food is so so good, they have large portions so it's always nice to share with a group and there's always leftovers. My favorite: the chicken tajine ! Plz get this, you won't regret Also, a star: the beet salad, wow ! Another bonus: there's always seating for large groups I've been here three times now and it's definitely become a favorite read more

Dar525's food exceeded my expectations! Every menu item my group tried was a hit. I was especially a fan of the cheese filled Syrian rolls and the kale and falafel bowl. If you're a vegetarian, this place is perfect. The restaurant was a little small, so maybe call in advance if you have a party larger than 4. It's a cute date spot with a cozy ambiance. There were moments where service felt a bit slow, but there was also only 1 server the night we went. He was super nice and worked with our dietary restrictions. read more

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Lebanese and Syrian food is a favorite of mine so we stopped into Dar 525 for lunch. After trying an assortment of dishes, I can confidently say this is one of, if not the best Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants I've visited. From the hummus to the baklava and everything in between, it was delicious. The service was attentive but not overbearing and the outdoor patio had a much needed heater. I'll be back the next time I visit. read more

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My boyfriend and I ate here for brunch and we would definitely come back! Our server, Phil, was really helpful in guiding us what to order since it was our first time eating there. My bf got chicken & rice bowl and I got the syrian shakshuka w/ feta cheese, and we got fries on the side. Both dishes were delicious and more filling than we thought they would be! We also got cocktails w/ wine and strawberry lemonade which were also really tasty. This is the perfect spot for a date as it's a small and intimate setting, but you could also come here w/ girlfriends- esp since on weekends, they have bottomless brunch :) def a must try if you're in Greenpoint! read more

Dar525 - Chicken & Rice Bowl, Syrian Shakshuka, Dar 525 Fries - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Went to this place for Sunday Brunch. The food was very good and the so was the service.

I've always passed by this place as I walk to the K bridge. This was always a restaurant that I've been wanting to check out. There are two locations just in case someone gets confused, but this one is in Greenpoint and the other one is in Williamsburg. They take reservations only if you have 6+ pepeople. There are two menus during the weekend which is the lunch menu (11am-3:30pm) and brunch time (11am-4pm). They have an all day menu too during the week (11am-11pm). I chose the lunch special on a weekend and got the Kafta Kebab. The kebab is all meats mixed together and formed into a kebab. You can either get a platter which comes with 2 pieces or a wrap which would be 1. All meals come with bread. I ate their za'atar bread and it was an interesting combination. According to the server it is a staple bread for all Mediterranean people. It is a spiced pita bread with olive oil, spices like oregano. If I'm ever in the mood for Mediterranean food again I would go back here. read more

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The food was delicious, fresh, and bright. The chicken soup is perfect. The atmosphere is super cozy and stylish, it's a great spot to catch up or have a date. All of the staff were lovely. A block away from the park so go on a nice walk after your meal! Highly recommend. read more

The halloumi is delicious!! Staff were friendly and the food is amazing and fresh. The place itself is small and cozy. It gets a bit noisy, but I liked the vibe. read more

I ordered delivery recently from Dar 525 and was pleasantly surprised. I ordered the assorted plate, which comes with five cold mezzes of your choice. I chose muhamara, labne, mousaka, stuffed grape leaves, and chipotle humus. The mousaka for me was just okay. Not really my taste. The rest were super delicious, especially the muhamara. It is a must buy. I also ordered the falafel platter. The falafels are pretty tasty. It also came with hummus and babaganouj, which I really enjoyed. The included salad is pretty good too if you enjoy pickles. It is heavy on those. I definitely look forward to visiting in-person and trying more muhamara and other dishes! read more

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Went here after Italy beat England in Euro 2020 finals and it was 5 adults and our 22 month old. At around 6:30 pm the place was relatively busy and outdoor setup is pretty good. We sat outside in one of the exclusive outdoor booth. From seating perspective, my only suggestion is I wish they do something about mosquitoes which constantly kept biting me. For Tapas and Dips, we got the Muhamara ($6), Batata Harra ($6), and Pan Fried Cauliflower ($6). For mains, I got the Veggie Pita Wrap ($9). Food overall was absolutely fantastic and is perfectly priced! The Pita wrap is on a slightly thicker side, that's my only criticism. Special shoutout to Elsa... one of the cutest hostess/staff we've ever seen. A single dude in our group totally fell for her! Service was excellent and our excellent food arrived within 25 minutes of ordering. read more

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Dar 525 is a neighborhood spot that my girlfriend and I go to when we wanna do a proper date night. The young staff think we're funny when we walk in wearing 2022 hipster clothes. We're obsessed with the Chicken Shawarma Platter and the hummus is really good too. I also like how they immediately ask if I want hot sauce; I don't even have to ask. My pro tip would be that you should call ahead if you want seating inside. They don't have a lot of tables in there and many of them are small, even for two-toppers. Overall though, this place will surprise you with how authentic and amazing the grub is. read more

Dar525 - Dark Kiss - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I ordered their lentil soup after I got my wisdom teeth out and it was so delicious! I'm excited to try their other food.

Went to the Greenpoint location, small but cozy spot. Loved the stuffed grape leafs and the filo filled with lamb app. I had the meat platter with lamb kafta and chicken- it was pretty good but didn't wow me. My bf had the lamb shank which he enjoyed! This location does not sell liquor but has variety of beers and some wine. Our service was good- we were sat right away on a Friday night with no reservation. read more

Friendly staff and delicious food. Try the Chicken Shawarma, the pickled stuff is a really nice complement to the delicately spiced chicken.

Went here for dinner with a friend on my birthday and had zero regrets. Do take note that they have two locations in Brooklyn and the one in Williamsburg doesn't have their flatbreads that I really wanted to try. However, I still had a really great meal and now I have an excuse to visit the other location in Greenpoint! I ordered the lamb kebab platter. It was cooked well done (which is fine with me for lamb) and came with the works- house salad, rice, hummus, babaghanoush & pita. A generous portion of everything was given and I really liked the babaghanoush a lot (which I typically don't). We also got a side of merguez which was delicious as well. Dad 525 is definitely worthy of a try and is reasonably priced, especially since it's halal. read more

Dar525 - Lamb Platter - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Walked in on a weeknight and easily got a table for three outdoors. Chicken shawarma platter, Pan fried cauliflower and Halloumi salad were all tasty. Service was kind of slow but the food was great. read more

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Ah while this place is popular for brunch, I'd come here any day of the week ! My goodness Really delicious food Good spices, good flavors. All I can say today read more

Dar525 - Fish Sayadia - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Unexpectedly good bottomless in an unassuming location! I've walked by a few times and finally went in for brunch and we were seated in the spacious back room with tons of natural light from the skylights. The bottomless menu is mostly vegetarian which was a nice surprise. I got the falafel plate which was loaded with pickled veggies, hummus, babaghanoush (so good!), and a pita on the side. The food was very authentic and everything was delicious. For bottomless, I tried the red sangria and mimosas, which they ran around with in pitchers so you never had to ask them for a refill. Mimosas were decently strong. It's one of the better bottomless deals I've had in New York, coming out to under $50 including tax and tip. Service was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Added to my list! read more

Wow. The food was so full of flavor and I was SHOCKED at when the check came how low the prices were. Gorgeous ambiance for outdoor eating. I will be back again and again! read more

Dar525 - Rotisserie chicken and chicken kebab platters - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Their food was beyond my expectations. I ordered delivery and I like everything I ordered. The assorted plate comes with your choice of five cold mezze and two pitas. I liked everything I chose but my favorites were muhamara and stuffed grape leaves. The falafel platter was delicious too. I would like to come here for a dine-in experience. read more

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Delicious, authentic, and halal food. Excellent service and great atmosphere. Super kind staff that can help you with recommendations. A true gem in the neighborhood :) read more

The food here is amazingly delicious, clean, atmosphere is inviting, great service the minute you walk in. I can't wait to go back again.

LOVE Dar!!!! the friendliest team that were so sweet with my baby!! The food is ALWAYS so good. I've been coming here for years and will continue to! read more

Amazing Mediterranean with killer veggie options. One request though, PLEASE bring back the vegan tahini!

A charming Mediterranean establishment mere paces from McGolrick Park. I got the kale and falafel bowl, which was packed with flavor and overall, pretty refreshing. We were not as keen on the omelette, there's definitely other options that seem more deserving of your palette. The hot mint tea was nice on a chilly day -- just know it's not sweet. Can't wait to come back and explore the rest of the menu. read more

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So delicious! The menu is scrumptious and the service is even better. Best brunch in Brooklyn!

Intimate and dark for middle eastern fare and good wine, interesting beer and cocktails. We had the foul, sweet potato fries, and chick wrap. The foul were whole chickpeas heavy on the spice with thin homemade pita bread. It was ok. The sweet potatoes fries excellent with spicy Mayo. The wrap was decent too. The sour Sumac beer was almost savory and the garnache Spanish wine is excellent. Cocktail was light and refreshing. read more