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    4.0 (49 reviews)
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    Chicken Shawarma Bowl
    Veronica L.

    First time at a NAYA! Very similar to a Cava / Mezze with bowl + wraps. Stopped by on an early Sat afternoon and there was ample seating. I decided to get a Chicken Shawarma bowl bc it seemed basic enough. However, I did ask the server what protein they preferred and they said the Lamb, so they generously added a piece of Lamb at no extra cost! I also trusted the server choose the toppings and sauces to add + it didn't disappoint! I got the side of pita to round out my first time. Overall, the bowl was great! I will say, similar to other fast casual bowl spots, after 1/2 way through, all your bites start to taste the same. Not in a bad way, it's just the nature of everything getting mixed together. Service was a bit slow bc there were mobile orders coming in, but shoutout to the friendly staff overall! I wish there were outlets for me to charge my phone lol Decent location in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn with a huge plaza right outside to enjoy the nice weather.

    Fuang C.

    Been craving a healthy bowl but also Mediterranean flavors so this was great. First time trying NAYA, it's similar to chipotle where you build your own bowl but with a Mediterranean twist. The toppings are unlimited! But they didn't seem too generous in scooping them. I really liked the onions and the baba ghanoush. The chicken Shawarma was a little bit dry. The hummus was just OK. Overall, decent but nothing too amazing. Will be trying another chain next time.

    Chicken shawarma NAYA Bowl
    Lynn D.

    Had the chicken shawarma bowl & was actually impressed with how flavorful it was. The service was professional & the staff were friendly. A great option if you need food fast, especially if you aren't a fan of traditional "fast food" chains.

    Julia K.

    Great Naya location conveniently located at the MetroTech commons area and nowadays open on weekends. Service is quick, & friendly, serving the regular Naya menu, and the premise is clean with seating inside and outside.

    Danielle A.

    It was my first time visiting Naya. For the most part, it's a fast casual restaurant with a build your own concept. I opted for a rice bowl with braised beef. The food was pretty good and service was quick. There was really nothing to write home about. Would I go again, probably.

    Chicken NAYA Salad
    Joy G.

    Fresh, healthy fast-casual option if you're in this neighborhood. I especially enjoyed the chicken shish taouk, or marinated chunks of chicken breast, combined with the cucumber yogurt/hummus add-ins. Lots of options for customizing. If you love all the extra toppings like me, Naya has choices beyond just lettuce and tomato like olives, pickled onions, cabbage, pickled cucumbers. It reminded me of Cava but fresher and less heavy in the belly. They also have a bunch of smaller dips and sides, like grape leaves and tabboule salad, as well as appetizers like fried beef dumplings, mini pies, and pastries with haloumi. The one thing I didn't love was the nammoura made of semolina. It was way too sweet and the texture was too gritty/sandy.

    Falafel Bowl
    Ling C.

    I checked on the uber eats app, I noticed there was a BOGO deal and $5 coupon for NAYA. Since I was in this building already, I thought it was the logical choice to pick up lunch from here. Naya is a healthier option compare to the other places nearby (ABP, Pret, Five Guys) For $9, I was able to get two falafel bowls with green and garlic sauces. I ate one for lunch and I saved the other one for the next day. The falafels were well seasoned. The rice was favorable. And I thought the sauces hit the spot. The service was impeccable. They provided me with plastic fork/knife (2) and pita breads (2). Moreover, the sauces were packed neatly in the bag. I would definitely come back here again.

    Chicken bowl
    Kaya E.

    NAYA (like kaya lol) is a delicious fast casual option that packs the punch with flavor. They offer flavors from the Middle East and the setup is giving Chipotle. You go through the line customizing your meal, starting with a base, meat, then all the additional toppings that they have. I opted for their 'NAYA bowl' with vermicelli rice, some greens, chicken shawarma and too many toppings to count but one of my favorites was the hummus and pickled turnips (yum). I also ordered one of their hot appetizers ... which ended up taking pretty long because they weren't already prepared. Once received, I found it interesting that it only comes with one piece instead of a couple, so it's not shareable. All in all I wouldn't recommend an app, just stick with the main entrees because it's more than enough. Service could be a bit better with the team knowing more about the menu however I know this location is relatively new so I can understand. Overall a beautiful space, very refreshing once you enter in. This Naya is in Downtown Brooklyn where a lot of offices so I'm sure it gets bussyyyy during lunch hours. Would definitely return if I need a quick bite.

    Chicken Shawarma Bowl
    Kiara P.

    Came here for lunch and wouldn't hesitate stopping by again. I'm a big fan of Cava and this place is similar. I ordered the Chicken Shawarma Bowl and it was full of goodness. It was filling and it didn't leave me stuffed. I honestly wasn't able to finish it all so I took it home and it tasted even better later on in the day since everything got to marinate together. There is seating indoors with sit down tables and standing room to eat. I ate there and overheard a lot of people ordering the falafels so I'll definitely try them next time. I'm also new to Lebanese food, so I'm looking forward to exploring the menu.

    Tokunbo Aka TJ J.

    First-time trying NAYA and I'm hooked! Fresh, tasty, and delicious food, especially the falafel and cauliflower. Tip: eat soon after purchasing, as pita bread can get soggy. Great customer service too - I'll be back!

    Empanada - cheesy and delicious
    Reema S.

    I got put on to this place and it is my new go-to. The shawarma wrap is delicious and so so filling. Meat is seasoned well and succulent. The sauces and dips like hummus and toum taste fresh and authentic. The kibbeh is succulent and fried perfectly. Staff is super friendly and accommodating and you really get a lot for what you pay for. The space is inviting and decorated nicely with windows and seating so it's a buzz sitting here during lunch hour. It's bright and cozy and conveniently located next to the subway and close to all the shopping in the downtown Brooklyn area.

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    Andie B.

    I have seen this restaurant and heard about it but, this was my first time trying it. The fast casual Mediterranean place had a similar vibe and setup to Chipotle. I wasn't really given an option for what type of meal I wanted. They just took a bowl and then asked what rice and protein I wanted. The food was tasty and didn't leave my feeling stuffed. It was a good portion sized entree and I can see myself coming here oftenr I wasn't sure what to order and settled for a chicken shawarma bowl (I believe). The flavor profile was hard to place because everything was mixed up together. The staff didn't really speak English and they didn't seem to understand when I was asking them some questions. I think the store was still in soft opening mode because I saw they had appetizers listed online but nothing in the store menu. I got this cheese phyllo and a falafel ball. They were both tasty but a bit dry. Thankfully I had asked for some sauces on the side and they were delicious when dipped.

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    The food is always fresh and amazing, and so is Angelica great food and great service as always

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    LOVELY service from DJ! always high quality ingredient! my husband and i come here at least once a week. twice most of the times!

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    DJ is amazing,always pleasant and helps everyone out. He should be recognized for his outstanding customer service.

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    Amazing service from DJ! Delicious food and always fresh! Will keep coming back. Very generous with portions.

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    they are great. amazing service from the staff. my guy DJ is a delight. and the food is nice and fresh

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    Thank you Jina. See you soon at NAYA

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    Really good food and fresh even for take out but the quantity severely dropped since the last year

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    Thank you so much for your feedback. We hope to see you soon!

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    Sawa

    4.3
    (54 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$$

    Went to Sawa for dinner with a group of six on a Friday night, and it was a great dinner. When you…read morewalk in, you are immediately greeted by a giant oven baking fresh pita as well as an open kitchen. There is also an outdoor dining area, as well as a mid-sized dining room and we were seated near the window. Sawa serves Lebanese cuisine with some more modern dishes. Additionally, they have a mostly Lebanese wine list, which gave us an opportunity to try some new wines. We ordered both a red and a white for the table, and I was especially drawn to the red, as the red was served chilled, light-bodied, and very enjoyable. Nearly all of the reds and whites on the menu are from Lebanon, with just one red from Morocco, plus a couple sparkling options from Lebanon as well. We started with several dips for the table: hummus, baba ghannouj, and muhammara. The hummus was incredibly smooth, and the muhammara was especially flavorful with large pieces of walnut throughout. Everyone at the table receives fresh pita, and we ended up ordering a few more to share. We also shared the Brussels sprouts and the snap peas. The Brussels sprouts were rich and flavorful, but the snap peas really stood out. They were unlike anything I have tasted before, intensely mint, served with garlic mint labneh, and very delicious. For mains, we focused on lamb: two orders of the lamb ribs, two orders of the kafta, and two orders of the sfeeha. We probably over-ordered by about one entrée, but otherwise it was the right amount of food for six people. The lamb ribs were phenomenal, fall-off-the-bone tender and packed with flavor. The lamb pies were also very good and came with a delicious dipping sauce. The kafta was good, though not quite as memorable as the other lamb dishes, but still very satisfying. Service was attentive throughout the meal, and despite the number of dishes on the table, the staff handled everything smoothly. The table got a little crowded at times, but it was manageable. I would absolutely recommend Sawa, especially for anyone who enjoys trying something a little different. They do classic Lebanese dishes very well, while also offering some creative dishes that feel unique and memorable. I am already looking forward to going back.

    Great place. Good food with great service. Cozy atmosphere…read more A great place to share multiple dishes to try. Gets pricey, but worth trying

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    Sawa's beautiful open kitchen.
    Sawa's beautiful open kitchen.
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    Gem salad
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    Huda

    4.4
    (47 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    Came here for my sister's graduation dinner and it did not disappoint! Literally everything was…read moregreat. We ordered nearly the whole menu, including the desserts. I have a lot of Pros so i'm gonna start with really the only con. Con: it was pretty loud in the main room. Food: the Dorade and lamb meatballs were both awesome, the Chicken and Saffron butter was great as well. If youre gettting the pita and mezze, get more pita than you'd expect. It's some of the beg pita our family had ever had. The hummus was great but the babaganoush was killlerrrrr. My family had a field day on the syrian cheese and hot honey. I loved the grape leaves and charred eggplant. For dessert, ordered the tiramisu, date sticky pudding, and the rhubarb tart. The date sticky pudding was kind of like a date brownie and the toffee topping was insane. It was so rich and potent. tiramisu was good, but we could have done another Tart. It was so vibrant and refreshing, it was the first to go and if we wouldn't have already been stuffed, we would have ordered another. Service was great, and very accommodating. I can't have sesame seeds, and they took it off of everything we ordered, no mistakes there and much appreciated!

    Delicious Middle Eastern restaurant in Williamsburg! You definitely need to try! Everything was so…read moreflavorful. 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.

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    Mesiba

    Mesiba

    4.3
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    1.7 mi

    Gorgeous restaurant, but unfortunately the food is just ok. There's a ton of Mediterranean…read morerestaurants in the area that I would rather go to. I feel like the prices here are too expensive to justify the quality. My favorite thing was the babaganoush. Also, the service is not great. It feels like the staff haven't been trained properly. There were times that our waitress seemed lost and didn't know what she was doing. We had to ask other wait staff questions to get proper answers. Also, don't advertise a special menu on Opentable and give people the option to reserve the menu when you aren't offering it. Came here for latkes and caviar for NYE since it said it was on the menu when I reserved on Opentable. Got there and was told they only served it during Hannuka Hanukkah. Checked their IG and they were still posting they were serving it. Total let down.

    I felt like everything here was very average. The schnitzel was good, not great. It was a little…read moredry. The table-side hummus was very standard hummus, and the table-side experience didn't add much. The baba ganoush was pretty good, however. I didn't love the pomegranate seeds, but they kind of just got in the way and made it harder to eat. The prawn risotto was decent, but again, nothing really blew me away. The service was great, and the ambiance inside was great as well, but due to the food just lacking much personality, I will not be returning.

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    Mesiba Ribeye
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    Boutros

    4.4
    (275 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    I came here with a last minute reso I made earlier in the day and got the chef's table seating…read morewhich was really cool! I would absolutely come back to try the short rib hummus and falafel! Everything ordered was shared: Mushroom hummus (10/10) delicious Fattoush salad (9/10 really refreshing) Patata harra (9/10 great flavor but I thought they'd be crispier) Monkfish kebab (8/10 the monkfish melted in your mouth but a little spicier than expected) Knafeh dessert (9/10 I wish it was a little crispier but delish!) Orange blossom donuts (8/10 also really good but a little too sweet!)

    Food: The food is pretty good here. We walked in on a Saturday around noon without a reservation…read moreand were still able to get a table even though the place was packed. We tried the mushroom hummus, Zaa'tar fries, chicken shawarma sandwich, and Shakshouka. All of the food was delicious and well-made; I would recommend the mushroom hummus. The best part of the meal was the pita bread that comes with the hummus and also shakshouka. It was some of the best pita I've ever had; it had a nice chewy and soft texture. It came out warm and tasted so fresh. Service: Service was excellent. Staff were welcoming and friendly. They were attentive and constantly came around to fill our water. Ambiance: There is both indoor and outdoor seating. The restaurant is a good size with many tables to accommodate both large and small groups. Seating is comfortable, and the ambiance is nice. Overall, I would recommend this restaurant!

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    Bar area
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    Miss Ada

    Miss Ada

    4.4
    (633 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$$

    As a fan of Theodora, I was excited to come to Miss Ada. Surpringly, I liked this even more all…read morebecause of their dips. On a Friday evening, my friend and I came in as walk-ins and got a spot at the bar. The space is a bit tight, but it works if you don't make a reservation ahead of time. I was pretty hungry, and everything we ordered was more than enough food. To start, we had the Whipped Ricotta ($14), Muhammara ($14), and Chicken Shawarma Hummus ($18). Absolutely loved every dip, which were all different in its own ways that I can't even choose a favorite. The ricotta was a sweet one that gave a nice contrast from the savory spices of the other two. I liked how much chicken they added for the hummus too, so you're getting almost a whole meal. You'll definitely need extra pita for all this, which does fill you up. We did also get a Radicchio Salad ($19) for some greens plus a Beef Kofta Skewer ($20) for some meat. Both of these dishes were solid, but could pass on them next time. Definitely recommend any of the mezze and hummus here; it's all you need. This is a really great date spot or group dinner. Perfect to have a drink or two while enjoying some pita and dips mostly.

    sweet potato hummus ($14) - saw a bunch of people recommend…read morethis but i personally didn't really see the hype - it was just sweet potato with a bit of spice mixed with other flavors that i wasnt really fond of - i realized i like my sweet potato just plain and charred instead of something too fancy - it's not bad but im not impressed whipped ricotta ($14) - this was very yummy! I thought it would be quite heavy but when paired with the pita bread it was just right - light and fluffy with a light drizzle of honey made it a great ricotta - however, ive had better ricotta before at theodora lamb shawarma ($20) - i wasn't expecting it to be a dip but it was delicate and delicious anyways - this is probably my fav dish out of all 3 - the dip was strong and smooth; tasted unique but not anything too impressive either - the lamb was super tender but it was quite strong; i dont think people would've been able to handle it if theyve never had lamb before rating: 4/5 - everything we ordered was good and the quality is definitely there so it's a solid 4 but nothing really stood out - ive had better and more innovative dips elsewhere - the vibe is cute though! It's a perfect brunch spot decorated with plants; feels like a cozy little tree house - quick service; nothing to note IG: @nom.noms.only

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    Outdoor set up
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    Whipped Ricotta and Babaghanoush
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