Decided to grab some lunch and returned to Al Aqsa, which had a line out the door when I stopped by…read moreSaturday afternoon. There was a steady line and while most people ordered takeout, I noticed the tables in the back were all occupied as well. I ordered a za'atar and cheese manakeesh ($4) again, a small ful medames ($8), a small chicken shawarma plate ($14), and fresh taboon bread ($2.75) and the total came out to $29. All this food fed three people comfortably, though I would definitely order an extra taboon bread next time as we could not get enough of how fluffy and soft the bread was. The ful medames was so warming and cozy and the chicken shawarma came with rice, salad, pickles, and three different sauces (we especially loved the toum and the hot sauce).

Great chicken shawarma wrap with fries that taste like mcdonalds crispy and long and very good…read moreseasoning. Chicken has minimal flavor but the pairing of sauce on the side was really delicious. Comes with pickled vegetables and a big olive.

I got 2 coffees to go. Sweet and light!…read more Looks like a very adorable mini diner with adorable seating. The coffee was delicious. The service was wonderful. Such nice staff.

All well til we got the bill and saw total price over by $8.00. Spoke to owner and he said they…read morewere working on a new menu and the increases would show on it. After reminding him that this practice was not legal, he corrected the bill. Won't go back!

Best falafel in Brooklyn, hands-down! All the sides are mouthwatering as well. The food is to order…read moreand wonderfully fresh. Service is always great and with a smile. The friendly atmosphere leads to conversations as well as delicious food!

For a place with falafel in the name, I expected the falafel to be better. It was very dry…read more The salads are fresh. I liked the hummus and the fries. Pretty standard kosher place for the area.

I finally made it here for lunch and wow I was impressed!…read more They have a Mediterranean influenced menu and we ordered a few items which we loved. I ordered the chicken schwarma plate and falafel salad which were excellent - the fries were terrific and the overall atmosphere was to die for - it's a nice cozy space and the service was excellent The owner cares deeply about serving quality food at a reasonable price - they make challah bread over the weekends which sells out fast Definitely try this place you won't be disappointed

I was craving falafel and this is one of the few places that popped up in the neighborhood…read more I ordered a falafel sandwich and it was fresh and flavorful. I would definitely order again. Israeli style with pickles, which I love. The chickpea soup was a standout. So flavorful and nourishing; definitely a nod to the sopa de garbanzos that I grew up with. The generous portion of labane is rich and complimented by herbs and an excellent olive oil. But it only comes with one pita! Personally, I'd prefer a smaller portion with more bread. Ok, first, let's be accurate about a few things. Etymologically, "batata" comes from the Spanish for "potato." This is a nod to "Sephardic" Jews, from the Hebrew word for the Iberian Peninsula (by definition, Spain and Portugal; after "expulsion," this came to include a diaspora more broadly northern African. In order words, western and southern European, not Eastern like Ashkenazi Jews.)

Stopped in because I never tried Khachapuri before…read more I gotta admit I was expecting a lot more options on the menu, and I was very disappointed when they only had some pre packaged Russian Potato Salad ("Olive-yeah"), and pastries. The only thing they offered was the cheesy and doughy salty perfection of Khachapuri! This thing was delicious! It was cheesy and salty in the most creamy and perfect way. The fact that this one menu item, is so close to perfection earns this place 4 stars. Let's be real, they really need some more options! However we work with what we got. I hope they offer more in the future! The service was, classically Eastern European. The girl was nice but couldn't speak any English. If I could not speak Russian it would have been difficult to order. Come to think of it, having a single item on the menu might be intended! The place had two simple small tables and a bench to sit on to enjoy your meal. Hardly comfortable for an extended stay. The owners clearly do not want customers sticking around long. I'm inclined to wonder if the location serves as a ghost kitchen or something as I saw a few deliveries go out. Reading this review you may wonder how it has 4 Stars, any sane person would think they are reading a 1 Star review. Try. The. Khachapuri. You'll have your answer.

Although I had just eaten phenomenal falafel down the street, because I am not on Avenue M that…read moreoften, I had to stop in when I saw this clean, modern looking Georgian Bakery. The server behind the counter was very friendly and helpful and because I always seem to have room for a little more food, I ordered a penovani khachapuri that was warm, flaky and filled with delicious Georgian cheese. Will definitely have to go back again!

Al Reef is a newcomer to Bay Ridge's 5th Avenue serving Lebanese/Palestinian baked goods and…read moresandwiches similar to what Al Aqsa offers a few blocks north. While I had hopes for the food here after stopping in a few weeks ago for a spinach pie, I think I will stick with Al Aqsa as my go-to. We tried the mufaraka, baba ghanouj, and makali. The fried items in the makali were themselves quite tasty, but I was surprised they didn't serve these with a bit of tahini or some other sauce to give some additional flavor. The mufaraka was very, very salty and I would probably skip next time. I enjoyed the baba ghanouj. When I had stopped by in the evening, service was friendly and they offered some suggestions on baked goods. But in the daytime our waitress was quite curt and did not provide any cutlery with our food, which was peculiar. The floor also had food scraps all over it.

Such a lovely spot with a very welcoming owner! We ordered the labani with mint, plain zaatar,…read morekofta kebab with fries, and a meat pie (I didn't take a pic of it). The meat pie was definitely my favorite, especially with their mint tea. They also have desserts and pastries. I really loved the harissa dessert. Everything was fresh and delicious! :)

The food was fresh,well-priced,and delicious! Would %100 come back,and would definitely recommend!!!read more

My friend and I came here with our babies and had a great time! This was our first time going out…read morewith our babies and we had a positive experience. We were able to fit our strollers inside and they were allowed near our table so long as they weren't in the way. We ordered the banana French toast (spectacular) and I ordered the French onion grilled cheese sour dough which was also amazing. To drink I ordered the lavender foam cold brew (wow!). Usually I'm not a fan of cold brews because I find them quite bitter but the cold foam gave it a great balance. There were other great options on the menu that I have to come back to try!

Authentic Sicilian food that tastes like the food my grandparents used to make for me. The…read morerestaurant has indoor and outdoor seating. It's not too loud either -- you can talk to others without yelling. The insalata verde is delicious. It's nice and simple, like many Sicilian foods, containing arugula, pistachios, caciocavallo cheese, olive oil, and maybe a hint of lemon. Everything is made fresh, including the sauce, which is tangy and authentic. I have ordered a side of sauce before and the owner gave me a nice portion. I think he should add it to the menu as I'm sure I'm not the only one who would buy a big container of it. We also love the arancinette (rice balls with cheese). They are crispy on the outside while still tasting light. We have also tried various pasta options, which have been great. The owner even brought out frozen grapes in the summer one time, which was a nostalgic treat.

I went to lunch with my wife at Amuni. Greeted as soon as we walked in and seated quickly in the…read moreoutdoor dining area. I ordered a panelle special and my wife ordered a salad and a separate order of panelle. Food was made to order and very fresh and delicious. One of the best lunches that I have had in Bay Ridge and will definitely be back to try other items on the menu!!!