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    Olive oil cake.
    R M.

    Came here with a friend for dinner. We were seated at the bar. The bartenders were very engaging, my friend who had some cocktails which she said were amazing. The wait staff were attentive and kind. The ambiance was romantic, but also causal. The food was beyond amazing. It was so nice to get food that typically is not served at other Levantine restaurants and considered more like home dishes. It's a family style eating, the dishes were spaced out really nicely. And dessert was equally delicious. I can't wish to go back again!

    Smashed Cucumbers ($14), Rakakat ($18) - Filo, Syrian Cheese, Parsley, Muhammara
    Azen N.

    Delicious Middle Eastern restaurant in Williamsburg! You definitely need to try! Everything was so flavorful. We tried a good bit of dishes and my faves were the pita (so soft & fluffy), kebab karaz, rakakat (so rich), smashed cucumbers & charred eggplant. Inside is beautiful & there's a handful of outdoor seats for when the weather is nice.

    Crudo

    I've been trying to come here for over a year and for one reason or the other things just haven't panned out however yesterday was the golden night we were able to make a reservation and make it. More than worth the wait. We ordered the rakkakat, crudo, tortellini, and the shush tawouk. Everything was outstanding. Each dish had such an amazing combination of flavors and my favorite--a crunch in every bite! The crudo is wildly unrepresented in the photos on Yelp but it is showstoppingly good! We got the sticky date pudding for dessert to finish off. Again, just amazing. Can't wait to go back!

    CHARRED MALFOUF
    Lynne C.

    I really enjoyed the food at Huda. Everything we ordered was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully plated. The service was attentive and thoughtful, checking for allergies and keeping our waters full. We sat outside, which was nice but a bit noisy since it's on a busy road, and there were a few smokers nearby, so I'd recommend indoor seating for a cozier vibe. They started us off with a complimentary clementine, and we tried the Shamander, Shish Tawook, Kebab Karaz, and Charred Malfouf. All delicious, though portions were on the smaller side for the price. The Shish Tawook, for example, came with only two kebabs for $24, so I'd suggest ordering a bit extra if you're hungry.

    pita and butter
    Paulina L.

    Huda is an amazing place for Mediterranean food. Came with a group of four and shared 3 apps, pita, and two mains. All were delicious, but especially loved the rakakat. The honey paired so well with the pastry, definitely recommend. The shish barak and yabra2 were so goid. Beef was cooked so tender, and the pairing with yogurt was wonderful. Service was quick and great! They even fixed our table from wobbling, which was really nice.

    Pita & hummus
    Erin B.

    Delicious food and great service ! Great vegetarian options and endless options for everyone

    Ting Z.

    Some of the best Mediterranean food in NYC. There initially was an issue with our server (which I won't specify here) but it was handled really professionally and the rest of the staff (especially the bartender) were great. The food was excellent and between the 5 of us, we tried a decent portion of the menu (sharing is the way to go here). Standouts include the stuffed grape leaves (may have been the best version of this dish I've had), Fattoush Caesar salad, lamb meatballs in this cherry sauce, and roasted cabbage. Don't pass on dessert-- my favorite was the tiramisu (the cream was soooo light and I liked the cardamom; wish it had a bit more coffee flavor), followed by sticky date pudding (great if you like sweeter desserts), and the olive oil cake (my friends liked this more than I did; personally found the lemon cream a bit too tart, coming from someone who loves lemon flavored things). Honestly there wasn't a single dish I disliked, which is rare. Wish this place wasn't so far from where I live but def recommend!

    Charred Eggplant
    Pratima M.

    A cute, cozy spot tucked into a more residential part of Williamsburg -- the space is dimly lit, perfect for a date night or catchup with friends. The servers were great at making recommendations and super friendly! We got a bottle of red to split and it was delicious. IMHO, the price is a bit steep for the portion size but overall enjoyed the food -- there were plenty of vegetarian options. My standouts included the Muhamarra (with the Rakakat) and Charred Eggplant. The Ice Cream with Pistachio Butter was also delicious -- it had notes of orange blossom, super unique!

    Adam B.

    Good food, excellent vibes and atmosphere. I especially reccomend the kebab in cherry sauce, but a cool thing about this place is how the menu is seasonal so you know you're only getting quality ingredients. Do attend.

    Shiwen T.

    Huda has themed cocktails that are very smart. I liked the bar tender with his soccer jersey! Food wise, 3 out of 4 dishes we ordered were very good. They are the charred eggplants, phyllo + cheese, and the grilled calamari with the smoothest hummus I've tasted. I would say the beef stuffed dumplings needed some extra salt in the fillings. The ambiance is cozy and romantic. I would 100% come back. Service was also to the point.

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    Jannat H.

    Where to even begin... let me start by saying, this was the best meal I've had in 2025 so far. Not a single miss. Came here for my birthday dinner with my partner and while I sort of knew what to expect on the menu (I've been following Huda on IG), my partner didn't. He trusted me, though, and I'm so thankful for that. When we sat down, we received complimentary champagne and green almonds (which have such a limited season so, what a treat!). My partner ordered the Bunny Be Good mezcal drink and I had the Baskoot drink (loved the Gandour biscuit infusion, so unique) - both very good. We ordered a multitude of menu items at once and they coursed it out for us. Really fantastic service. Started with their pita with ramp butter, batata harra (think: fried potato hashbrown), and charred eggplant. Now, I'm Pakistani and grew up eating a lot of Middle Eastern food - I can tell you right now that Huda's pita was the BEST pita I've ever had in my life. Perfectly fluffy and soft, paired with the butter... just incredible. And both the batata harra and the charred eggplant were so amazing. Beautiful textures and deep flavors. Next, we had the macarona bil toum - little knudi pasta in a lemony garlic sauce. The pasta tasted so freshly made and the sauce was addicting - we almost thought about ordering more pita to wipe the plate clean. Then, to end our mains, we landed on the shish barak (think: beef dumplings with yogurt sauce) and arguably the highlight of our night: duck confit msakhan. We couldn't finish all the shish barak but the yogurt sauce was so rich and the filling was so flavorful - took it home. The msakhan, though?!?! My partner kept repeating over and over and over that the this was the best duck he's ever had in his life. I had to tell him that's a tall statement but he really meant it. Tender with a crispy skin, the onion and sumac flavor penetrated through the entire piece of leg, and the fresh taboon bread underneath it, soaked in the duck jus and more caramelized onion... wow wow wow. This is a MUST if you come here. Ended the night with their olive oil cake (made with Nabulsi olive oil) topped with a Meyer lemon whipped topping - a little dense as one can expect but the Meyer lemon was strong in a great way and the texture was lovely! Beyond food, service was so amazing. Everyone was so lovely and pleasant. We finished off the night with one more drink - we asked the bartender if we could take their za'atar N/A beverage and make it alcoholic. Of course they said yes and so I got it with tequila while my partner got his with mezcal. Absolutely delicious and fresh. The space is beautiful, full of ambient lighting and the vibe is just very well done. Everything was perfect. If you made it to the end of this, I hope this has convinced you to come to Huda. We had the best time and I can say for certain that the food was the best Levantine cuisine I've ever had. Thank you so much Huda team for a wonderful evening! (P.S. they gave us a beautiful sticker of Falasteen's flag with our receipt. Cherry on top!)

    RAKAKAT    - 18 - Filo, Syrian cheese, parsley. Muhammara
    Wendy B.

    The favs: RAKAKAT: combination of flavor and texture was very good. BATATA HARRA: literally cube hash browns but who doesn't like hash browns! The okays: SHISH BARAK: filling was a bit bland, once cut the tortellini open, suggest to pour the sauce in before you eat. SMASHED CUCUMBERS: it was okay but could be better. Smashed cucumber on top of labne literally. The not loved: FATTET LAHME: this dish was very bland. Where are the flavors??? --- The appetizers came with a huge side of harissa or labne or something, full of dip and flavor. The entree could use some flavor as well, would be ideal if they served it all together or provide a sauce/dip side for the entree.

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    Absolutely fantastic local restaurant serving fabulous Mediterranean food with Lebanese flair. Fresh unique shareable will definitely be back. Cocktails were beautiful and unique. It's a fairly small restaurant so either make a reservation or get there early.

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    All of the food was fantastic. Mezze, scallops, lamb tortellini, rakakat - all fab. Service was really friendly. Comfortable atmosphere.

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    Au Za'atar - East Village - Loved the presentation chicken shawarma

    Au Za'atar - East Village

    4.2(1.9k reviews)
    2.0 miEast Village, Alphabet City
    $$

    Au Za'atar in the East Village is an absolute standout! This place boasts a warm ambiance…read moreexceptional staff, and incredible food. Every single bite was delicious, and the portion sizes were nothing short of a feast. The tableside shawarma tower and mezze & dips spinner were clear winners! This all paired with an incredible bar and cocktail menu created a fantastic dining experience on every front. Whether you're going with a big group or a close friend, this place needs to be added to your list!

    First of all I've been talking up Au Za'atar since my first visit, have sent many friends their way…read moreand have gone a few times since my first meal. My most recent visit this month changed all that. I went with my son because we were in town. As it was the first place we knew we wanted to eat, I made a reservation well in advance and we showed up on time. It was noisier than usual and pretty hectic. We ordered a few appetizers and meals and a drink. No one ever checked in on us or refilled our water. I flagged someone down for to go containers as we wanted to save room for dessert and a second drink. They brought the containers and then we proceeded to sit again with no one checking in. We had been there for approximately 40-45 minutes total and were still waiting on someone to come back with the dessert menu when the host came to our table and said "there's a party with a reservation who needs tho is table so could you please leave soon?" Never has this happened to me. How insulting. When I expressed confusion stating we hadn't even received a check so why would we leave, rather than offer a proper apology and/or a "can we get you anything else?" She just said "oh that's not what I was told." And then a server brought us a check. I asked him if 45 minutes was the usual amount of time they give customers with dinner reservations and he said "I'm not sure. We're just really busy and probably overbooked." Again, no offer to make it right. Initially I wasn't going to leave this review. I reached out directly to the restaurant via email to tell them about the humiliating experience of being asked to leave when we weren't even done. Instead of offering to make it right (anything would have been appreciated - a dessert on the house next time - just some token indicating they valued me as a customer) they just explained that there was confusion and that they've talked to their staff so it doesn't happen to anyone in the future. Both the experience and the response put a horrible taste in my mouth and sadly I will probably not be back.

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    Lamb schwarma

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    ilili NoMad - Lamb & Beef Shawarma (6.5/10)

    ilili NoMad

    4.1(2.9k reviews)
    2.9 miFlatiron
    $$$

    A group of us were here for brunch on a Saturday and we had such a great experience…read more It's a huge beautiful space with both indoor and outdoor seating and we chose to sit indoors. The staff was extremely warm, kind and welcoming and a special shoutout to Irem who was amazing, gave us some great recommendations and took care of us throughout. I went for the $39 prix fixe brunch which is honestly such a great deal and comes with quite a spread. I had the muhammara, hummus, shakshuka and dessert and thoroughly enjoyed my coffee too. We also ordered the tuna Niçoise salad, which is by far the best I have had ever. One of my friends was accidentally served the wrong order and they immediately replaced it with the right one and made her meal completely complimentary, which was such a nice gesture and something we really appreciated. We also loved that nobody was rushing us and we could just sit, chat and enjoy our brunch. Great food, beautiful ambiance, wonderful hospitality and even the restrooms were spotless and very well maintained. Overall such a positive experience and easily a 5/5 for me.

    We went for Mother's Day brunch. When we arrived a few minutes early we did have to wait a bit. The…read morerestaurant had two floors, nicely decorated and cozy. We were lead upstairs to a table. There were 7 of us The seating was cozy but not cramped. We started with 7 family style small dishes: Hummus with Falafel Pops (chickpea purée, tahini, falafel, olive oil), Spring Burrata (roasted cherry tomatoes, toast, basil oil), Hamachi Crudo (passionfruit vinaigrette, citrus zest, cucumber, mint, sesame tuile), Scallops (carrot puree, serrano pepper, brown butter sauce), Tenderloin Skewer (zaatar chimichurri, fresh herb salad), and Shiitake Stuffed Grape Leaves (tomato coulis, yogurt foam, herbs). Everything was delicious. The hummus was well seasoned the falafel had a nice crunch. It went well with the warm puffy gyro bread that came to the table. The burrata was wasm and creamy. I love the vinaigrette on the fish. I ended up eating most of it. The scallops were the sweetest, most tender ones I have ever had. The tenderloin skewers were tender and well seasoned. I liked the grape leaves but the rice consistency was very soft almost mushy and you can barely tell there were mushrooms. There was barely any mushrooms flavor. Next we all chose an entree. I got the duck breast, my husband and daughter each had the beef tenderloin. The duck breast was smaller than i expected. The skin was nicely seared and very crispy but boy did it give my jaw a workout. It was done medium rare. It was juicy but tough. The small beef tenderloin was tender and smoky. The waiter poured the sauce over the tenderloin for added flavor. Finally dessert was a fruit plate with ice cream and pudding. The fruit was fresh and the flavors of the ice cream and pudding unique. It was a nice end to a good brunch. The price was a little expensive at $85 a person.

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    Ilili Restaurant NYC's outdoor dining

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    Bedouin Tent - Leg of Lamb Sandwich

    Bedouin Tent

    4.1(750 reviews)
    2.7 miBoerum Hill, Downtown Brooklyn
    $$

    I met a couple of friends here for dinner before a concert at Roulette. There's plenty of seating…read morein the back, plus an outdoor space that I'm sure is awesome in nice weather. Walking through, you get a nice view of the kitchen area, seeing where the magic happens: an exciting way to start the experience! My group decided to share a few things, all of which were delicious. The vegetable pizza (or "pitza" as they style it) was a huge hit: we loved the crust, with its resonant notes of olive oil, and the mozzarella cheese could not have been fresher. The olives and peppers delightfully balanced the cheese and tomatoes, making for an irresistible flavor profile and mouthfeel. Seriously, do not underestimate this formidable pie! The chicken platter came loaded with grilled chicken, hummus, and salad, along with warm, freshly baked pita. Perfect option for the person that wants to take their time sampling a variety of foods. The leg of lamb sandwich, meanwhile, is ready to be consumed at whatever pace you deem fit: indeed, one of our party devoured it voraciously, no crumbs left behind. And finally, we also worked our way through the large feta salad, which turns out to actually be an enormous platter of crumbled feta with some diced tomatoes on top. Don't order this expecting a leafy green salad, it's all cheese! BUT, do order it so that you can add some tangy feta to everything else on the table. It really makes the flavors pop. My first impression of Bedouin Tent was excellent. Service was great and the prices are very fair for the area. Whether you're seeking a more traditional Mediterranean meal or something with a fusion twist, this is an awesome spot to consider.

    Arrived here for dinner before a show at Barclays with a party of 3 at around 6:30, and it was…read morefairly empty, which was really surprising! The restaurant was pretty spacious with some outdoor seating as well. We were greeted and seated right away. We ordered the small babaganoush, hummus, and 3 sandwiches. The small dips were actually a fairly large portion, we didn't finish either. The sandwiches however were a bit on the smaller size, but they were still tasty! The pricing was fairly reasonable, and the ambiance made for a lovely dinner. I'd definitely come back here if I'm back in the area!

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    Al Badawi - Mezze Filistini

    Al Badawi

    4.3(292 reviews)
    3.0 miBrooklyn Heights
    $$

    While visiting New York i really wanted to visit this place. I can say this for sure that Al-badawi…read moreexceeded my expectations. They give you an authentic Palestinian food experience. For appetizers I had fried halloumi cheese, and they were the most amazing thing ever we also tried their mixed grill. Meet was flavorful and tender, kebab with creamy garlic and tahini sauce was so delicious. Also their portions are big!! Restaurant itself has a great vibe with plants, tree, zaatar and olive oil on the table and the server was very polite. Will surely visit again!

    Visited Al Badawi on Atlantic Avenue with a party of four. We had originally hoped to add a fifth…read moreperson to our reservation, but unfortunately they were unable to accommodate the extra person. Lesson learned: if you're going with a group, make sure you have your final number when making the reservation because adding someone later may not be possible. We started with the Mezzi Filistini, a mixed platter of babaganoush, muhammara, tabbouleh, salata, tahini and labneh. This was very good, and we tackled it with zest, devouring it with the accompanying pita bread. We also ordered the falafel, chicken shawarma platter and beef kebab platter. The chicken shawarma was decent, but I would have loved more chicken and bigger pieces. There was considerably more rice than chicken, which made the platter feel a little unbalanced. The beef kebab was better, with a good portion of meat and rice, and the accompanying vegetables weren't too bad either. One disappointment for me was the lack of a proper hot sauce. Something with a little heat and flavor would have paired really well with both the shawarma and kebab and, for me, would have elevated the meal. Overall, the food was good and the ambiance was pleasant. Service was also good for the most part, although I was disappointed that we weren't asked if we were interested in dessert before wrapping up the meal. Al Badawi is probably a place I would try again, but not one I'm in a rush to return to anytime soon.

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    Great vibe inside

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    Pistachio Flatbread

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    Mamoun's Falafel - Falafel

    Mamoun's Falafel

    4.2(2.7k reviews)
    3.0 miGreenwich Village
    $

    Classic for a reason. I've been coming here since high…read moreschool and now I'm... (decades older). But it's still a little storefront with a few inside tables. The service is still quick and friendly even though I no longer see the original to me owners. The falafel sandwich is loaded and the falafel balls are still crisp on the outside, warm, and herby on the inside. Perfect. Solid meal for a reasonable price.

    Opened in 1971 by Syrian immigrant Mamoun Chater, the flagship Greenwich Village location on…read moreMacDougal Street is the oldest falafel shop in New York City. Operating out of a tiny, fast-moving storefront, Mamoun's is a legendary staple of Village food culture, known for serving affordable Middle Eastern classics late into the night. Using their exact menu terminology, here is how the food breaks down: Shawarma Sandwich: Thinly sliced 100% lamb cooked slowly on a vertical spit with signature spices, stuffed into a warm pita pocket with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and smooth tahineh sauce. The Manhattan: One of their loaded signature sandwiches featuring deep-fried falafel, creamy hummus, smoky baba ganouj, and fresh tabbouleh, all packed into a pita with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, pickled turnips, olives, and tahineh. Famous Hot Sauce: Made in-house from imported hot pepper spices, this signature crimson sauce is famously potent--just a few drops add a massive kick of heat to any sandwich or plate. Lines often stretch down MacDougal, but the team works with speed to get sandwiches out in seconds. A timeless NYC destination for quick, authentic Middle Eastern food.

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    Beef Shawarma ft my boyfriends big head

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    Huda - arabian - Updated September 2026

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