Amazing food, and the most gracious service! My waiter was the owner of the restaurant, and you…read morecould tell! His passion for the menu was very clear. Their lunch special is an unbelievable good value for the neighborhood - so much food and every bite a delight! Vegetarian options plentiful and given every bit the same care and attention as the rest of the menu, which is always nice. Thank you!

A couple Saturdays ago when the weather was perfect, we wanted a Central Park + brunch kind of…read moremorning and stopped in here. We were walk-ins and got seated right away. Their windows open out to the street, so we were sitting right by it and honestly the best part, just soaking in the weather. We ordered the baba ganoush with pita and the Turkish eggs (6/10). I'm pretty particular about my eggs and these were watery and lacked flavor. We almost never leave food behind but this time we did. The service is incredible and staff was so kind. Maybe their dinner menu is better but I wouldn't recommend coming here for brunch.

My husband and I have eaten here before but it's been a couple of years so we decided to go for…read moredinner on a Friday evening. It was around 7:00 and only a few tables were occupied near the window, while the rest of the dining room was empty, as well as the bar. We ordered a soda and delicious lavender blueberry cocktail which was nicely garnished and tasted great! We informed the bartender that we were gluten free and started with the tuna tartar gluten free (no soy sauce). It came out with regular bread which the bartender quickly absconded from the runner as it was not gluten free. I appreciated the urgency and thanked him. By the time the gluten free flatbread came out, we had taken a bite of the tuna. It was warm, and it tasted like it's been left out for a while. The color you see in the picture is not filtered. We thought maybe it was the lighting above the bar, but sadly, it wasn't. When we were asked if we were ready to order entrees, I explained to the bartender that we need the check because that tuna was absolutely awful and should never be served to a guest. He looked bewildered but gave us the check. We were charged $25 for that obviously expired tuna tartar. Now that I've checked Yelp, I see that the restaurant has multiple health code violations. I'm not surprised given the lack of quality and complete disregard for guest service. Sadly, another once fine restaurant is off my list of places to go.

Cute spot on the UES. We came here for brunch and it was not too crowded on a Saturday afternoon…read more The interior was stunning and thoughtfully decorated. We ordered the pancakes, burger, and lamb kebab wrap. The wrap was tasty and packed with colorful veggies. The burger was cooked well and the patty was juicy. My boyfriend asked for everything on the side, so just a heads up that the burger does not normally come like it does in the picture. The pancakes were decent, not bad, but nothing especially memorable.

Very rarely do I give a place 5 stars, so when I do, you bet I felt the place deserved it. We…read morestopped by this place last weekend as we were nearby. There were other Greek style restaurants nearby but felt this place may just be a tad better than the rest. We were quickly sat down and the interior of the restaurant was very clean looking, pleasant, and bright. They started off with free warm bread and two types of dipping sauce (tzatziki and some type of cilantro sauce). Both were bangers and the bread was soooo warm. My wife ordered the Khoresh Bademjan $26 which was chunks of boneless baby lamb stew with eggplants and tomato. It was not spicy which was to my wife's liking and the food was soooo tender and scrupulous. I ordered the dark meat chicken kabob platter which came with saffron and whole pieces of tomatoes/onions grilled. The chicken was amazingly soft and love the large chunks so you can really taste it. The saffron rice they give for each portion was very plentiful and definite leftovers for sure. Both dishes far exceeded our expectations and we will definitely return. FYI - there are other locations of this place as well.

Really liked this spot for a Valentine's and a birthday party we had missed in February with my…read morepartner. Everything was nice, including the decor. The Persian lamb kabab, Sulton Kabab and Zereski rice were delicious and we will be back in the near future

It was my first time ordering and I'd definitely be a repeat customer. I ordered takeout and the…read moredelivery was super quick. I went with the roasted salmon & green salad bowl, added cucumbers and tomatoes with green goddess dressing on the side. Everything was delicious, the salmon was perfectly cooked and well seasoned. The meal just hit. I was honestly surprised by how good Fotia Mediterranean was. Would absolutely order from here again.

After my haircut I needed lunch and a quick Yelp search led me here. It did not disappoint!…read moreEverything is fresh and delicious! I was immediately greeted and was allowed few minutes to review the menu and see the fresh food on display. Picture a very fresh Mediterranean chipotle set up with significantly better options. I chose the basmati rice mixed with the quinoa/lentil base, topped with chicken kebab, hummus etc, please see photo. I treated myself to a cookie as well because why not? Everything was 10/10. I will stop by in another 4 months when I'm due for my next hair cut/shape.

This place is absolutely amazing. The second you walk in, the employees make you feel welcome…read more We started with the hummus and mixed dips with warm pita bread--absolutely delicious. You can tell immediately that everything is fresh. For the main course, we had a platter that came with steak, chicken, and lamb chops, and everything was cooked to perfection. The flavors and seasoning were top-tier. For dessert, we had the warm baklava, which was absolutely delicious with every bite. If you have kids, don't worry--they also have an appetizer that's similar to a mozzarella stick that was absolutely delicious. I just can't remember the name of it! They play all types of music, and even though the space is big, the personal and intimate connection with the employees is what really made the experience special. The manager, Joselyn, was incredibly warm and welcoming. Our waitress, Vivian, was on top of every single request. Bravo! I only wish I had been able to meet the chef because I would personally shake their hand. The food was truly amazing. This is definitely a place where you could throw a birthday party, have a professional dinner, or simply enjoy a beautiful night out with your wife. It has all the qualities of a great restaurant, and I feel like NYC is starting to lose sight of that kind of hospitality. Eating here honestly reminded me of my travels to Egypt. The hospitality was A1. BRAVO! And I can't forget the bartender--he definitely knows what he's doing!

Always on the hunt for a tasty kebab! Checked out Au Za'atar with some friends, and we shared the…read morespicy hummus, fattoush salad, and their mixed grill platter. The spicy hummus isn't spicy (unless you keep eating it repeatedly on its own, at which point there may be a very mild spice building up in the back of your throat but nothing crazy). Now it may not be very spicy, but it is damn well one of the best hummus I've had because it was so velvety smooth and perfectly pureed with that fragrant nuttiness (hence why I was devouring it on its own at a certain point). The mixed grill platter is a good plate to share because it has a variety of meats like chicken and ground beef - beautifully roasted and so juicy. Personally wish it could come with rice instead of fries, but that's just a preference. Fattoush salad really complemented the whole meal with its fresh greens and tangy acidity to balance the creaminess of the hummus and savoriness of the kebabs. With good service and a cozy rustic interior, I'd recommend Au Za'atar as a solid spot for Middle Eastern cuisine :)

Naya is always a go to! It's similar to a chipotle style set up but sauces make it! Def get the…read moregarlic sauce, I usually get the pita and dip it in the garlic. Go early or off hours to avoid long lines!

Ate lunch here today, the Kefta was a bit of a weird size and texture compared to other NAYA…read morelocations. And now I'm about 2 hours in to what is going to be a long night of food poisoning. Would not recommend.

Really cute place that was super cozy - great for taking your time with a meal and catching up with…read morefriends. The staff never rushed us and even when we had a few members of our party who were late, they still accommodated them. I ordered the mushroom pasta which was delicious, creamy, and filling. I also absolutely loved the bread that was included with the meal that had the most delectable spread. On the pricier side, but a great ambience and experience!

This place is super cute! It's kind of small but I love how cozy and intimate it was. My friend and…read moreI came for happy hour and sat at the bar. We got: - persimmon spritz: I actually do enjoy the actual persimmon fruit so I wanted to try this. It was refreshing and not too sweet - Aperol spritz: This was a solid Aperol spritz - Coppa which came with bread, feta butter, fried olives: nice to share! Feta butter was yummy. Shoutout to José who was super lovely and recommended the coppa to us!

After walking around Roosevelt Island on an extremely hot day, we were craving good food, cold…read moredrinks, and strong air conditioning -- and Anassa Taverna delivered. The décor was inviting and the service was genuinely warm from the moment we walked in. We ordered the beet salad, grilled lamb, spinach pie, and octopus. The beet salad was delicious and came with almonds and a spread that tasted almost like hummus. The octopus was a generous portion and surprisingly tender -- my son ate more than half of it, which says everything. They also served bread and beans on the side, both of which were fantastic. The spinach pie came as huge triangles; it was decent, though not my personal favorite. The lamb arrived much later than the other dishes, but it was worth the wait. Thick‑cut, cooked medium rare, and served with grilled vegetables -- it was perfectly done and surprisingly good. Overall, the food was fantastic and the service matched it. We'd definitely come back.

I had went here for my birthday in 2024 because they participated in Restaurant Week and I never…read morehad Greek food before. My waitress was great, the bus boy came around and he had poured water with no ice. I remember that I had to ask my waitress for ice water and she came back with it. I was told by the Hostess that upstairs was only limited to private parties. I remember it was packed and they probably get a lot of foot traffic because it's right across the street from Bloomingdale's. They gave me free bread and looked like humus. The appetizer was grilled octopus, the only problem that I had was they had charged an additional $12 because this is Restaurant Week we are suppose to get a deal. The entrée was a Branzino served with saffron risotto. I always wanted to try risotto because of the reality show "Hell's Kitchen" they mess up on this dish numerous times. The dessert I had was a sorbet and it changes so you have to ask what kind they have when ordering. For the drink they had a sangria and it was delicious, I had ordered another one. They had special drinks on the menu for $10. I remember the place gave an old school feel of Greece with the design of the bricks inside the restaurant and the plates. The bathroom was just one that everyone had to wait on. The bathroom was clean, but small. I said that I never had Greek food before, I never had octopus before, I liked it. I never had risotto before, I liked it. The reason why I give this restaurant five stars because I can't remember if the bathroom had toilet seat covers or not because that's a plus for me. Would I go back here again? Heck yeah! The food was great! The service was great! I have now become a fan of octopus, risotto was delicious and so is that sangria, I had to order it twice. So come check out this East Side gem.

Food was delicious Restaurant was warm and inviting and…read morelovely service was very good and attentive we will be back so happy to have it in the neighborhood

Extremely welcoming staff. The place also looks stunning especially the tree they have up for the…read moreholidays. The apps are also amazing. Lobster pasta was a bit salty but the special of the day was definitely on point.

Tried to come here on Sunday and it was closed... they close on Sunday according to the store…read more I just quickly got a lentil soup and it's super tasty I've never had.... I'm not joking. I'll be back again to get other Lebanese food. Card Payne will be 3% charges and I was also told that Dine in an out are different prices. soups are only one size.

The food was great! I visited here a couple of weeks ago while on a work trip. I needed something…read morequick and reasonably priced. I found Omar's here on Yelp and I took a walk from my hotel to get some takeout. They have a nice counter up front where you can order off the menu or pick items ala carte. I picked lamb platter and it was delicious. The meat and the vegetables were seasoned nicely. They offer in restaurant dining which looks nice.