The lamb haneeth was among the best dishes I've ever had, which is something I don't just throw around. Just pure ecstasy of flavor, tenderness, and texture. Service was also wonderful, and the space was lovely. I only wish I lived closer to Bay Ridge! read more

Yemenat - Lamb Haneeth - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Yemenat is easily one of my favorite restaurants in NYC. I have made the trip out from Queens multiple times, and it has been worth it every single time. The food is consistently packed with flavor, the portions are massive, and the hospitality stands out in a way that keeps you coming back. If it is your first time, you really cannot go wrong with the beef fahsa and lamb haneeth since those are the staples. I would also recommend the lamb sughar. I make it a point to switch things up on each visit, and I have yet to be disappointed. This is one of the few places I genuinely go out of my way to recommend to others. read more

Yemenat - beef fahsa - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Food 5.0/5.0 Service 4.0/5.0 Value 3.5/5.0 Decor 4.0/5.0 Overall 4.5/5.0 The food here is fantastic. And they make a real effort with the service. I came for lunch on a holiday, had a fantastic meal, and maybe stayed a little too long, hogging the table. Anyway, come with a group so you can try more dishes. And dine in, don't do take-out. I'll be back. read more

Very flavorful food & good value for the amount of food served (it looked like our flatbread was comped / may have been included w one of the entree platters)! We tried both types of chicken and the fish - the rice was amazing! I loved the blend of herbs that they used - it had a super refreshing taste. We also got a large flat bread and a yogurt dip which were yummy. The table next to use had a large platter in which they combined the 2 types of chicken & a lamb dish that looked pretty cool visually. The space itself is great as an elevated but still casual date spot or a place to gather w a group of friends. We also saw lots of families eating here earlier in the evening. Don't forget to try the free tea in the back (though pretty strong). I'd return if I were in the area. read more

Yemenat - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Had dinner today at Yemenat and it was delicious. The haneeth was cooked well with just the right amount of spices. The decor is elegant with a touch of rustic. Only downside was the staff brings a portable machine to your table to tap your card and tap tip amount which I feel that takes away from the elegance of the dining experience. Did not have time for dessert because I was in a rush for an appointment but will definitely get it next time. read more

Needed a spot for dinner in the area on a Thursday evening after seeing the Dyker Heights lights, and Yemenat was perfect! My boyfriend and I walked in and got a table right away, but it was packed so I would make a reservation if you can. We ordered: + Hummus - great + Beef fahsa with rashoosh - Omgggg beef was so succulent. Top highlight for me. Bread was also incredible + Salata - excellent + Yemeni sundae - excellent Will be back!! read more

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Delicious food and fast, friendly service. My group of 4 showed up on a Sunday without reservations at 6:30pm and we had to wait 10 min for a table. Everything we ordered was delicious and portions were generous. Shafoot - fermented flatbread that had a spongy texture with herb buttermilk sauce that tasted like an Indian chutney. It was light and refreshing. Kebdah with hummus - spiced lamb liver with vegetables that was delicious and flavorful. Aqdah chicken - shredded chicken with spices and vegetables in a pancake like shape. Was one of our favorite dishes! Lamb haneeth - braised lamb shoulder over hadrami rice with almond slivers. The lamb was fall off the bone tender and amazing! Beef fahsa - braised short ribs in a spiced brother. Beef was so tender and broth was very flavorful. All of the entrees came with rashoosh or hadrami rice (smoked basmati rice garnished with nuts and crispy fried onions). Rashoosh is flaky, layered bread that's crispy from being baked in a clay oven. It was the perfect pairing for all the dishes and also very large! read more

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So worth the trip to Bay Ridge! Absolutely delicious. Everything melted in your mouth so beautifully. Decently big space and clean. Service was great too. read more

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Lunch at Yemenat in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn NYC. Lamb haneeth, unlimited free spiced tea, salad, and Lahm Sughar. Food came out quickly and tasted amazing Staff super friendly and attentive. Great with dietary restrictions. Can't wait to come back. Yemeni cuisine is my favorite middle eastern. Note: credit card surcharge. read more

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Excellent excellent food. Polished and comfortable. We walked in without a reservation on Friday night with a group of five and was seated without an issue. The charbroiled chicken was excellent, as well as the lamb sughar with hummus. The bread reminds me a bit of a scallion pancake in its flaky texture and was amazing in combination with the sughar and hummus. The Beef Fahsa was okay, but I'm not a huge fan of stew in general. It was colorful, filling, flavorful, and rich without being too heavy. The tomato/feta and pickled lime sides were good but I wouldn't order it again. Maraq was also okay, but my favorite will always be from Yemen Cafe. Next time, I would love to try the shafoot, which looked beautiful in presentation. read more

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Very interesting, with a few dishes I've never seen before. I had shafoot and foule. The shafoot was really cool - a spongy injera - like sour bread covered in a herbal mint chutney and pomegranate seeds. The foule was rich and comforting, with a rich tomato base. The rashoosh flatbread served alongside was chewy and loaded with sesame seeds. The meal worked out to around $30, which is a good price for the large portions. I enjoyed the chance to try something new. read more

You can really feel the passion and heart this restaurant has for feeding the community. There was a short wait to get a table on a Friday eve. Once seated we were explained the menu and the breads we saw on the tables. For two we shared: Appetizer Faoul - came with bread to dip, was delicious Main Roast chicken and rice : shareable but maybe want a second protein. Enjoyed the long grain rice and the chicken was delicious. Fish - lovely preparation Dessert - they offer two but we will have to come back for it. Was too full this time ! Tea is self serve in the back. They also have a few beverage offerings on the menu that sounded interesting. read more

It was perfect. No notes. Highly reco lamb haneeth, beef fahsha and the ice cream dessert. Service was amazing too. Food came out quickly!! They should offer complimentary soup like yemen cafe does. :) read more

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SO DELICIOUS!!!! Had the lamb haneeth and it was perfectly spiced and tender. Very flavorful!! The rashoosh is also very delicious, nicely chewy and layered. The portion sizes are generous!! read more

Yemenat - Rashoosh - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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A place so nice, I had to come back twice in two days! Bay Ridge is quite a distance from my end of town but whenever I'm in the area I make sure to maximize on the offerings one of Brooklyns's best neighborhoods has to offer. Yemenat was a superb dining destination and the presentation of the food was quite progressive while maintaining authenticity, which is not an easy task while keeping prices reasonable. The ambiance here is somewhere between semiformal and casual: it's not fancy but it's also not a total hole-in-the-wall. The space is simple but clean and inviting, and the service is attentive, though a bit confusing at times as to who does what and where. There's a counter all the way in the back but you can seat yourself at a table and someone from the staff will bring you a menu and take your order. All else aside, the star of the show at Yemenat is the food. The menu has plenty of variety in terms of meat, seafood and vegetarian options and my friend and I split a shafoot, an order of the lamb burma, and an order of the areeka with an Adani tea to wash it down. The flavors of Yemeni food are subtle but the textures were quite unique and made the experience pleasant. The shafoot was soft and spongy with a tartness at the end that made it delectable, the burma was fall off the bone tender and each bite was as succulent as could be. My favorite dish of the meal, and what made me come back the very next day, was the areeka: shredded bread mashed with dates and under a layer of cream, honey, and black seed make for a unique and exceptionally smoky and tasty aftertaste. Great experience and absolutely worth a visit! read more

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Yemenat in Bay Ridge was amazing. The vibes were so nice and felt really authentic. The food was perfect -- everything was so fresh and flavorful. I especially loved the bread, it was so good. The fahsa was delicious too, definitely one of the best I've had. I'll 100% be coming back. Food came out very fast. Service was very nice. read more

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This is my second time to be in Bay Ridge and the food never disappoints. Yemeni food has been in my list for several years now. Today was the day i get to try it I had the fermented bread with herb buttermilk. It definitely is something like no other. I normally have bread and a separate dip. This one was covered with the green buttermilk sauce. It was refreshing in every bite for a hot summer day. The second dish was braised lamb over Hadrami rice. The meat was so tender and pulls apart deliciously. The rich flavor of the lamb was complimented very well by how refreshing the fermented bread with the herbed buttermilk. The pomegranate added these pop of ruby colored jewels in each bite. The staff weregreat. The wait for good was we quick. The place was not pretentious. It was simple and clean. "لذيذ" ladhiidh read more

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Dropped by Yemenat for dinner. The place was packed and buzzing with energy, so booking in advance is a must. We had reserved a table a day prior, but still had to wait about 10 minutes for it to be cleared and cleaned. Others who had bookings seemed to wait even longer, so keep that in mind. The place was loud, but in a good way--full of energy and excitement. The aroma of spices hit us the moment we walked in, and we couldn't wait to dive into the menu. For starters, we ordered Shafoot, Lamb Sughar with Hummus, and Salatah. The Shafoot tasted like fluffy bread dipped in a pesto-like sauce--not really my thing, but my friends liked it. Lamb Sughar was okay, nothing standout. Then came the main course: * Lamb Haneeth - perfectly cooked, tender, and full of flavor. The fragrant rice it came with was just as amazing. * Beef Fahsa - shredded beef cooked in rich, bold spices. This was the standout dish for me--absolutely delicious! * Rashoosh (Yemeni bread) - soft, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the Fahsa. For dessert, we had Areeka, a warm cinnamon-flavored treat that was perfectly balanced--not too sweet, just right. We wrapped up with Chi, Yemeni black tea, which helped settle everything nicely. We ended up staying until 10:30 PM, not realizing it was closing time. The staff was kind and didn't rush us out, which we appreciated. Good food, good vibes--you'll definitely leave in a good mood! read more

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Wow this place was amazing. We saw it on Instagram and wanted to check it out. They were very busy on a Friday night and the wait was about 45 minutes. Although I knew very little about the Yemen culture, I felt very unjudged here when asking questions about the menu. Very fresh food. The cherry on top for me was the complimentary tea at the end that you can grab for yourself. The chicken liver with the hummus is the MAIN EVENT of that menu. Make sure to get it! The place itself is very lovely. Above casual I'd say. For ladies coming that are not Yemeni, I'd suggest dressing a bit more conservative to be respectful to the culture. Can't wait to go back and try new items read more

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Tho I do have some questions? Which I'll put forth later on. It's a great spot with great food. We were a semi larger table (7) and other than my son and daughter we were a bit lost on the menu. The server was very helpful on guiding us through the menu. The decor is interesting with an old style copper ceiling surrounded by wood. They have free tea which is self serve ( interesting). So here are the questions. Don't look at the on line menu, the one in the restaurant is totally different. I was not able to see any legal documentation anywhere(DOH). So other than that food is great worth the visit read more

We got the shafoot, beef fahsa, rashoosh (bread), lamb sughar with hummus, foule, muva fish, adani tea and areeka dessert combined with their cardamom caramel ice cream. The quality was excellent overall, as was the attentive service. A few comments on the individual dishes: - shafoot - this came highly recommended by both our waiter and on Yelp, and it's not something I've seen in other Yemeni restaurants in the City; it's bread topped with herbed buttermilk and pomegranate seeds; although it sounded and looked great, the flavors didn't completely cohere; the sourness of the buttermilk made the bread taste and feel sort of like injera bread in an Ethiopian restaurant - beef fahsa - I've had this dish in other Yemeni restaurants, but this version was very satisfying, with the stewed beef being full of flavor and having perfect texture - lamb sughar with hummus - this was probably our favorite dish; hummus and lamb were both delicious - muva fish - this was a filleted fish with a spice rub and a garlicky, cheesy mayo on the side; it wasn't spectacular but was very satisfying - foule - this is a fava bean dish, and again, it was nothing spectacular but a very solid version of this dish - rashoosh - this is their bread, and it was actually one of the highlights despite its simplicity; perfect for dipping - adani tea - sweetened Yemeni tea with condensed milk; very flavorful and a pleasant accompaniment to the food - the rice that came with several of the dishes is worth its own bulletpoint because it was also delicious - dessert - so, they have two desserts on the menu, the areeka, which is a traditional Yemeni dessert where they mash up their delicious bread and then add dates, honey and cream, and then they have a second dessert, which is cardamom ice cream with caramel and some other stuff in it, and since we couldn't decide, they suggested an off-menu special, which is basically a combo of the two desserts, so you get the areeka, with a bit less cream than it would normally have, topped with their cardamom ice cream; the thing is that the cardamom flavor is a bit too strong in the ice cream, and the ice cream is very sweet, so we all actually preferred the spots where we were just tasting the regular cream that came together with the areeka, which is a much more subtle and appropriate topping for the delicious bread/honey/date layer, and next time we go, we'll just get the areeka dessert. In any event, overall, this was a great experience, and we'll definitely go back, as this was one of the City's better Yemeni restaurants. read more

Wow. Wow. Wow. Mashallah this place was amazing. The service was great and the food was even better. My friends and I went here on a girls night out and we enjoyed every second of it. I was especially blown away by the grilled chicken. I'm not a chicken fan in general so imagine my surprise when this place had such juicy flavorful chicken. The fish as well was season to perfection. And the rice !! Oh my. The rice was amazing. And the adeni iced tea was a great way to refresh our pallet. I will definitely be coming back with my family. 10/10 very worth the trip !! read more

Delicious food and great service! The dishes were full of authentic Yemeni flavor, and the atmosphere felt just like being in Yemen. Definitely a place I'll be coming back to! read more

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Ambiance: casual vibe with a big screen toward the front showing images of popular dishes. Table service. Service: very prompt and reliable. Explained dishes well. Food: the special tea was excellent. A great blend of spice in the black tea. The yogurt-soaked bread was interesting. Texture wasn't the best for me. Tastes were complex and good overall. The beef stew dish (in the broth) was excellent. Tons of flavor. Looks small but it was sufficiently sized. Comes with a thin bread (sorta similar to naan but crispier and less doughy). Price is a little high for the quantity but I think the tastes justify it. A wonderful spot in Bay Ridge, and certainly worthy of Pete Wells's final restaurant review for the NYTime. read more

I've been to Yemenat twice now and was even more impressed this time than the first. The short version is the place looks great and has great atmosphere, the servers and other staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and the food is fantastic. And the bread...wow. I grew up in a Lebanese family (on my father's side) so I'm used to the Lebanese style flatbread; the bread at Yemenat is so much better than the staple of my youth. But I digress.... Yemenat is between my train station and apartment; my stomach was starting to growl so I decided to stop in on my way home. There was only one of me and I was seated immediately; after perusing the menu I decided on a stew (Saltah) and house salad. The salad was fresh and crunchy, a nice blend of lettuce, tomatoes, onion, and cucumber, and the dressing was unique and tasty. And the stew...wow. It smelled wonderful, with a number of aromatic Middle Eastern spices, and then the bread. I'd tear off a small piece of the bread, use a spoon to put some of the stew on the bread, wait for it to cool down to safe levels, and then savor it. I don't have a very sophisticated palette so I can't give a very good description of the flavors and smells. All I can say is that it was flavorful, hearty, hot (literally bubbling in the ceramic serving bowl), and it was so good I toyed with the idea of licking the bowl after I was done. Throughout I noticed a large number of Middle Eastern customers who were clearly enjoying the food as much as I was. And the staff did a great job of making me feel welcome and checking in on me from time to time. This was my second visit - the third is in the near future! read more

The bread alone is worth going for! Never had that flavor or texture. Yum! Their sauces were delish and the chicken and rice was wonderful! Owner? Came around and greeted tables with a little background. Super sweet! Definitely will be bringing more people with me in the future! read more

Ordered delivery and was so disappointed. This place is so overrated. What kind of Yemeni restaurant serves fahsa without hulba and sahawiq. The fahsa was oily and lacked flavor. The shafoot was dry and bitter. The only good thing in my $70 order was the rashoosh. read more

Came here & the food was right on point! Service was great, worker's were nice, and best of all the place was clean. read more

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I absolutely love this place. It's become a staple in my rotation. The service is always wonderful and the staff are very attentive. The food comes out piping hot, incredibly fresh, and very flavorful. I really like the rustic, woodsy vibe of the place. I've eaten here multiple times and have tried fish and chicken options. They do switch up the menu so I will be back for more. Soup and bread are must haves! read more

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About two years ago, Pete Wells wrote his last restaurant review....and it featured Yemenat. Now, I do not normally read restaurant reviews but it came to my attention because it was his final review, and by chance, I read it. I was immediately intrigued. About a month later, I was at the Brooklyn Museum with my partner. Since we live far, and now Yemenat was relatively close, I suggested it. We exited the subway, walked the long block to Yemenat, and entered the restaurant. The moment the door closed behind us, it began to pour. We had arrived with no time to spare, a lucky omen ? I have spent time in several countries in the Middle East, but the menu offered dishes that not only had I never eaten, but that I had never even heard of, but we based our choices on the staff's suggestions and one was more delicious than the next. The rashoosh, a very large flatbread, was freshly baked. Being lamb lovers, we had lamb sughar and agdah lamb, both of which were so excellent and the portions so generous that we could not even order one of the intriguing desserts. So not only had I never heard of these dishes, the flavors were completely amazing as well as new to us. Yemeni food exchanged much more from its neighbors across the Gulf of Arabia than from the distant Middle East, which would have required crossing vast desert areas. Some of the bread resembles Ethiopian injera made from teff, the spices are familiar but different, subtle and complex. We had a wonderful meal that August evening. and by the time we left, umbrella-less, the skies were bright and clear. So for a celebration, three of us went back. This time we had Shafoot, Foule, Lamb Sughar, Chicken Haneeth and this time, a Yemeni sundaes, which given the amount of food, was just right for dessert. We also had a delicius Asheer Leem and an Adani Tea, the latter a Yemeni version of chai, only much better than commercial chai. The service, as before, was attentive and friendly, the restaurant packed with families and large groups and the prices better than what one might expect for such large servings. In conclusion, I am and will continue to be grateful to Pete Wells for sadly his last review but which has been such a benefit to me and to the wonderful people at Yemenat. And for a very thorough description, please read the Pete Wells review which is easily accessed. read more

Came here with my husband for lunch. The service was superb. The chef introduced himself and asked for any feedback. The food is absolutely delicious! Hands down the best Yemeni food in NY. We had the beef fahsa, adeni chips, bagia and limeade. The Bahia is a Yemeni version of falafel but extra seasoned. For dessert we had areeka and it was scrumptious! The great choice of Yemeni music and the decor made our experience even better. This place is a must try! read more

Yemenat - Bagia - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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We had such a wonderful time. The food was pretty quick, it was delicious. ! The lamb , the shafoot and the icecream! Wow! Servers were really nice & the place was full of life. Would definitely come back here again to try more dishes. read more

Yemenat - Shafoot - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I had never had Yemeni food before and this was amazing! We went after seeing it featured by Pete Wells as the last restaurant he reviewed for the NYT. The owner served us and was so kind. We told him it was our first time and he taught us how to eat certain dishes and walked us through how we should order. We got the grilled chicken, a refreshing flatbread dish (green pictured below), and the lamb. The lamb was to die for. I'd come back and just get that a million times. Make sure to get the lamb soup it comes with and put a little over your rice. read more

Yemenat - Flatbread appetizer - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I'm adding this restaurant to my regular rotation because they get everything right. Their cooking maintains standards. Staff members maintain service quality. You'll find the modern styling complemented by inviting touches. This restaurant excels across the board. read more

Yemenat is spectacular and had maybe the best lamb I've had in my entire life recently there , the food is truly incredible and the value is outrageous too , a truly special restaurant in the neighborhood read more

Really amazing food, you feel its a home made , Highly recommend There fish , Fahsa & the bread read more

This was my first foray into Yemeni cuisine and it did not disappoint. We went during Chef Akram's residency and it was packed. We ordered the foule, lamb haneeth, and muva fish. We loved everything but the lamb haneeth was our favorite. It was so flavorful, tender, and perfectly seasoned. I can't wait to go back. read more

Yemenat - Areeka () - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I heard a lot about this place so I decided to take my self and two sons their for late lunch. We had no reservation as they only take reservations. However, they were nice enough to accommodate us and give us a table. We took the chef's recommendations for the fish. It was delicious. We also took Sanaa kebab along with the chicken aqdah. Overall, I'm very pleased with Food and also the service. read more

Amazing food, very friendly people! Favorite dishes were the Beef Fahsa, Lahm Sughar, Muva fish, and Areeka (mixed with icecream). Highly recommend eating here :) read more

Honestly the food was very delicious! From the soup to the hummus to the entree! My only complaint is that I can't believe that they charge $5 for the bread! You would think that it would've been complimentary. read more

Yemenat - Haneeth, land soup, hummus - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York