Cafe Mogador has incredible food in both locations, obviously. But the Wythe location in…read moreWilliamsburg is a stand out! It's much more spacious and has indoor/outdoor seating. Great ambiance! This is my staple restaurant that I've been going to for years. It's about time I left a review. It's overdue! My favorite menu is their breakfast/brunch menu. I will continue to frequent this restaurant for good reason.

Cafe Mogador is one of those rare nyc gems that was super popular in the 2010s when they first…read moreopened and has somehow maintained that popularity over more than the decade plus since. I went back for a weekday lunch recently and the food and atmosphere both hold up fabulously, so it makes sense why they've remained a brunch mainstay at both their East Village and Williamsburg locations. I enjoy that they serve their hot moroccan tea in a glass as is traditional, so you can see all the fresh mint leaves in your cup. I had tea like this multiple times a day during my trip to Morocco a few years back so sipping on this here took me back in time. I ordered a short stack of their blueberry pancakes which were very fluffy and delicious. They're not the kind of pancake with crispy edges, which are my preferred kind of pancake but I still found them delicious. The moroccan eggs, which are two poached eggs in spicy stewed tomatoes and served with zahar pita is delicious. The pita is very fluffy and the zahatar adds such a nice fragrant spice to the bread. They used to serve this with potatoes but now those come at an additional charge but are well worth getting. The Williamsburg location also has pretty good wifi and they let me work on my laptop through my brief stay there. Kitchen was speedy too.

Ordered take out and it was ready within 10min. The chicken pita sandwich was so delicious. And the…read morefries were similar to steak fries, and very plentiful. I ordered from door dash so got a BOGO for fries. The place has some seating, i didn't spend much time inside but looks like a clean place. Definitely would come back for takeout. The food is a good value. .

The Kabob Shack is where you want to go if you want a big banging saucy falafel sandwich with…read morefries. The consistency of the sandwiches has stayed the same in all the years I've been getting them. That goes for the chicken gyro too. The sandwiches are jammed with fresh ingredients and drizzled with their home sauce. Either option, and you're good! Make sure to get the fries. Their fries are addicting. Perfectly skinny and salted. Better than Mcdonald's, and we all know those are crack fries, so are these! Remember to get a sauce or get them all. Their sauces are all great. The only bad thing is they need to do a better job hiring people to take the phone orders. The lack of attention and care is why people have items missing from orders hence negative reviews. After the first couple of times that I noticed the pattern, I stopped calling and will instead go inside to order. The place is small, and even though you rarely see many people inside, they are swamped with to-go orders. So do yourself a favor and go in and order too. The wait is short.

Came with a friend to brunch on a sunny Spring day, and the vibes were alive! The pastel colors and…read moreMediterranean flare made the spot feel breezy and easygoing. The brunch menu has a lot of delicious looking options, so my friend and I shared several dishes. We had the mushroom hummus, pistachio sticky bun, kale salad, and Israeli breakfast all to share. It was a wonderful spread and everything was fresh and flavorful - absolutely delectable. Even the sides and breads that came with the Israeli breakfast were wonderfully prepared. Service was quick and the staff were all friendly and attentive. I cannot wait to come back for again brunch and to try their dinner menu!

Stopped by K'far for drinks and the vibe was really cozy and effortlessly cool…read more The My Boy Blue (rye, plum, blueberry, lemon, honey, egg white) was very tasty! Deep purple, silky foam on top and tasted just as good as it looked. Smooth, fruity and perfectly balanced. Had it alongside a glass of Cava which was the perfect pairing. Solid drinks, good energy.

Idan took great care of us. Made us feel right at home. Food was Michelin star vibes. Chicken…read moreskewer...banger. Cheers 12 chairs.

Came here on a sunday around 4:30 PM, and was surprised to find it quite busy. The interior was…read morecute, but a little bit cramped. We ordered a burger and a dip to share. After waiting for more than 30 minutes, we decided to check on the status of our food and found out our waiter accidentally put in the wrong order for a chicken skewer, which took much longer to cook. As a result, they gave us the dip for free and the chicken skewer with a discount. The chicken skewer was very juicy and tender, but slightly lacked flavor even with the sauces. However, I liked the tomato flavor of the matbucha, and the pita bread was very warm and fluffy.

Everything about this restaurant is phenomenal. From the service to the decor - it's such a chill…read morespot to get away from hustle and bustle. The food is absolutely amazing. Try to hummus. Got the garlic. It was perfect with the olive oil and fresh pits. The branzino with spicy tomato salad and tzatziki was just perfect for a warm spring dinner. Can't wait to try the restaurant next door.

Levantine is a cozy Mediterranean spot with a crowd-pleasing menu, perfect for our late brunch. We…read morestarted with the garlic hummus, which was a generous portion and very creamy. There was roasted garlic in the center looked great, but it didn't punch up the flavor as much too much. The pita was fine, but a bit dry and plain. For my main, I had the Israeli Breakfast with a side of pastrami smoked salmon. The eggs were soft-scrambled very well, and the salmon was exactly how I like it--fresh and buttery. I swapped the pita for seeded sourdough, though it looked and tasted more like standard buttered toast to the point that I double-check edwith the staff to confirm it was the sourdough. The Israeli salad was finely chopped and provided a nice balance to the meal, though it was a bit watery and lacked a flavor punch. The labneh with za'atar was thick and rich and good in small doses added to bread or the eggs. However, I think this combined with the other food was the source of the meal ending up being overwhelmingly salty, leaving me reaching for water for the rest of the day. I also sampled the chicken shawarma--the flavor was great, though it was a bit oily from the paprika oil and felt a tad pricey at $28. On a brighter note, the hot mint tea was fantastic, with hot water served over a generous amount of fresh mint leaves for a refreshing and flavorful tea. Despite the saltiness this time around, I'd return to try something else, like the fattoush salad with salmon.

Right after a grocery trip to Whole Foods, I got hungry & decided to try this Naya location out for…read moredinner (almost right across the street) The interior is clean & the art is very aesthetically pleasing. Plenty of spaces to indoor dine. All the ingredients were fresh & the staff were super welcoming. Will definitely be coming back more frequently when I'm in the BK area.

On a rare occasion, I found myself in the Williamsburg area of Brooklyn, experiencing the bustling…read morefoot traffic on Bedford Ave. We were in the mood for Middle Eastern bowls, despite the many other choices nearby. The restaurant was clean, ordering was fast, the price was affordable, and there was plenty of seating. Sold! We ordered a Chicken Kebab Bowl with "everything": tomatoes, romaine, cucumbers, pickled turnips, jalapeños, sumac onions, cabbage slaw, Lebanese pickles, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese, topped with lemon tahini sauce over rice. The order also came with a small pita (in sealed plastic). It is essentially a Middle Eastern version of Chipotle. I was happy with the freshness (except the pita) and quality. The only unfortunate part was that the olives were overpowering; I would leave those out in the future. Overall, it's a solid spot for a quick meal, even if it's "nothing to write home about." 3.5 stars. Fun Fact. I didn't realize this is actually a chain until I searched Yelp to find the right one to review. They have 30 locations, all corporate run!

Excellent Spring Day!…read more Lunch with Female friends from Finland today! I had the 2 Vegetable Sambosa's and 1 Cheese Sambosa ( see photo ) for Lunch in Williamsburg, Brooklyn Food = 8.5 Delicious.., however very small size portions.., I've tasted larger Middle Eastern Sambosa's in my hometown Chicago. Also, they don't serve sandwiches.., Muffins., Danish's.., or Cookies..,typical Cafe foods. Service = 9.5 Staff speak broken english.., however their very helpful, and professional. Ambience = 10. Quiet Arabic music plays in background.., NOT LOUD at all. You can have a corporate meeting, with 5 or 8 people.., and DON'T HAVE to raise your voice. Very spacious Cafe with over 15 tables for labtop.., and working on the go......, with FREE WIFI‼

This was a great spot. If you're in the area and are looking for coffee, pastries or a place to sit…read moredown for a bit and relax, I recommend stopping here! I have been to other locations they have, and I loved this one! Right on the corner, with plenty of windows, I loved this cafe. They have strong coffee along with other drinks. They have an assortment of fresh pastries, cakes, and other food as well. I highly recommend stopping in if you're looking for a cute spot.

Food/drinks: yum! I tried the salep with a shot of espresso, it's like chai without sweetness and…read moreless spice. Also got a Turkish bagel, which was okay! I would try the burek next time There's different kinds of Turkish pastries + bagels to choose from Atmosphere: verryyyyy cute. There's 2-3 back tables for working and some seating with small tables in the front + outside Service: good & friendly Price: normal for NY

TLDR: great place to work from, small but mighty spot + cozy…read more Food: I just get the coffee and it's solid Service: always nice and attentive