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    Great food place look nice & clean i Higley recommend this place to everyone they not so busy yet so no wait time .

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    Awesome food amazing vibes . Prices are fair and people are very nice , speak Hebrew . Different style food Moroccan must try!!!!

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    Dar Lbahja

    Dar Lbahja

    4.5
    (31 reviews)
    4.8 mi
    Women-owned & operated
    Sports on TV

    Note- Menu has changed a bit since I was there, with the prices having been updated (especially the…read moretagine,) with there also being some new dishes on the menu. Recommendations- Bastilla/Pastilla, Tagines, Zaalouk. Grilled platters are alright. On a side note, some dishes, similar to other Moroccan places, such as couscous, are only available on weekends. As per many of my recent reviews, I was at this Moroccan spot a good while ago, with our host having heard about it prior to the place being featured in the NYT Top 100 as well as on TasteBuds, a highly recommended Instagram/TikTok account. The woman who helped us, whom I believe was one of the owners, was very friendly, and the place inside was casual and decently busy, especially for how far away it is from the subway. The food was overall very tasty, with a particularly good bastilla/pastilla, among everything else, and I can see why this restaurant has gotten so much publicity. My preference of the two appetizers was the $7.99 Zaalouk, or eggplant cooked in tomato sauce and marinated with charmoula. The dish reminded me a bit of Egyptian-style moussaka due to the mix, though less tomato-focused and more about the sweet eggplant. The chermoula was very light, with a hint of sourness and spice. Overall, this was delicious, especially with the bread. The other appetizer was the Moroccan Carrot for $6, which was a mix of sliced carrots with a spicy chermoula. Of everything we ordered, this was the least favorite dish of the night, as the cold carrots lacked much flavor, as there was a lack of chermoula flavor, just like with the eggplant. Best of the dishes was the $12.99 Chicken Bastilla, or Pastilla, listed as a traditional Moroccan pie stuffed with chicken strips, crushed almonds, and dusted with icing sugar and cinnamon. A lot of people might find this sweet and savory combination odd, but I have gotten used to it, and this was a very good version. The chicken was well-spiced, the pie was flaky, and it wasn't overly sweet. The previous place, which had the best version, was the long-closed La Shuk in Harlem, and this is better, though I do want to compare it to the other popular Moroccan spot in Astoria, Siham. Second favorite was the Lamb Tajine, or Tagine, With Prunes for $22, consisting of slow cooked meat with prunes, dried apricots, roasted almonds, and sesame, and served with rice. The lamb inside was very tender and fell off the bone. I liked the roasted almonds and sesame as the bit of nuttiness helped with the overall sweetness of the dish. We also liked this dish, and it paired particularly well with the rice. My preference from the grilled section was the $16.99 Merguez, listed as Moroccan merguez grilled over charcoal, and served with rice. The dish came with many pieces of sausage, which had a slight spicy kick and a bit of a snap. For the same price, there was also the Grilled Lamb, or tender lamb with a choice of rice or fries. The lamb was pretty flavorful, but some pieces were a bit overcooked. It was good, though, but not as notable. The fries on the side were a mixed bag, with some being crispy and some a bit soft, so between the two, I would recommend the rice more. While I didn't love the grilled platters, the rest of the dishes were delicious. Combine that with the friendly service, and we had a very good time. I wouldn't mind going back and trying again, though this might also be because I want to have more of their bastilla.

    Dar Lbahja was phenomenal from start to finish. We tried the lamb tagine, beef tajia, beef tagine…read morewith vegetables, and the chicken tagine, and every single dish delivered. The portions were generous, the meat was consistently tender, and everything was packed with rich, comforting flavor. This is the kind of food that really sticks with you. Even though we ordered to-go, the experience stood out. The staff treated us incredibly well during the wait and even offered complimentary Moroccan mint tea and bread. For a brief moment, it genuinely felt like a glimpse into Moroccan hospitality. I do not rave about places often, but this is absolutely one I would recommend to others without hesitation.

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    Cafe Mogador

    Cafe Mogador

    4.2
    (2.3k reviews)
    8.4 mi
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    Everything about this place is wonderful especially the food. I swear I think they put cocaine in…read morethe soup. And I'm pretty sure I had an orgasm the first sip

    MY FAVORITE!! My friend and I went here for dinner and holy moly, I don't think I've ever loved a…read morerestaurant more. This is officially my new go to spot and I'm going to be telling everyone about it. I got there right at our reservation time, but the uptown trains had completely stopped and my friend had to walk all the way from Canal St to the East Village. It took her about 30 minutes to get there (), but the staff were so kind about it. They never made me feel uncomfortable or pressured to order while I waited, which I really appreciated. I did end up ordering a couple things so there would be food on the table when she arrived. We got the za'atar fries and the falafel with tahini and pita. Delishhhh For our mains, my friend got the chicken kebab which looked fantastic, and I got the veggie couscous bowl. It was unbelievable. It tasted exactly like the couscous my mom and safta made when I was growing up, even down to the broth being served with it. Eating it honestly made me feel like I was six years old again. This was one of my favorite meals as a kid and I haven't had it like that in so long, so I was so happy to find a place that does it this well. The vegetables were perfect with zucchini, butternut squash, cauliflower, and chickpeas, and I loved the addition of raisins and onions. Everything was also really reasonably priced for what you get. The energy in the restaurant was great and I loved that they have hooks for coats so you're not crammed at the table with jackets and bags. Overall just such a fantastic experience. This is easily my new favorite restaurant in the city and I cannot wait to come back.

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    Merguez Sausage From the Grill
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    Ayah Restaurant

    Ayah Restaurant

    3.2
    (34 reviews)
    9.2 mi

    Coming here was definitely worth it and I will absolutely come up whenever I can. Im so glad has…read moreopened, it is such a gem. Ambiance: one of the best in the city, especially on the Saturday when I came, it was truly magical. From the belly dancers, music, and the interior design that brings the Moroccan vibe to it. Ayah is an experience. Service: Everyone was charming and welcoming. I truly felt home, as they kept checking on us and making sure we were good. Food: well that was spot on, especially if you want discover new cuisine and feel what the Morooccan food is like, You wont be disappointed as Im definitely giving it my Moroccan stamp of approval. Honestly I cannot recall what I ate because we had multiple dishes, appetizer and such but Im encouraging you to try as many as you can. See you soon

    For starters this has to be one of the most stunning restaurants I have been to in NYC. The details…read moreare impeccable and it is truly one of the best ambiances I have experienced here in a long time. From the live music to even the hand soap dispensers in the bathroom this place does not miss when it comes to the details in the ambiance. In regards to service, it truly could not have been better. The wine I had ordered was bad and our waiter could not have been more accommodating bringing me more glasses to try before finally settling on one which he then continued to refill throughout the dinner without my request. From the hostesses to the bathroom attendants to our waiter the service here is truly top tier. Now you may be wondering why the low rating if all of this was so great? Unfortunately the food here simply does not live up to the rest of the establishment. For my entree I had the Tuna Kefta, they weren't bad per se but they weren't anything great. The person I was dining with had the Avocado Salad and felt the same. Not bad but definetly not good. We were addiionally served bread alonside our meal wihch was rock hard and the desserts we were brought were virtually tasteless. I would love to recommend this place based on the ambiance and service but unfortunately I don't think I will be coming back to Ayah for anything besides drinks.

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