New York's Best Middle Eastern Restaurants

Laser Wolf Brooklyn is a rooftop restaurant atop The Hoxton in Williamsburg, serving Israeli-style dishes cooked over live coals. Its open-air setting provides sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline, making it a relaxing spot to enjoy a meal with friends.

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Will Guidara

Restaurateur

I love the original Laser Wolf by Michael Solomonov in Philly, but the one in New York, on top of The Hoxton Hotel has beautiful views of the New York Skyline and the most amazing Israeli food. Incredible hummus, amazing pita and all the meats fresh off the grill. I I think laser Wolf is one of the coolest restaurants in New York right now. The food is freaking delicious.

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K’Far is an all-day Israeli restaurant located in the lobby of The Hoxton Hotel in Williamsburg. Inspired by Chef Michael Solomonov’s hometown and culinary background, it provides a relaxed spot to enjoy a meal at any time of day. The inviting atmosphere and convenient setting make it a comfortable choice for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

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Will Guidara

Restaurateur

Chef Michael Solomonov’s two Israeli restaurants in Brooklyn, K’far and Laser Wolf, are so good. K’Far is the newer one, located in the lobby level of The Hoxton Hotel.

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Sofreh is a welcoming Persian restaurant in New York that highlights carefully chosen, house-made ingredients. Its bright, minimalist space offers a relaxed setting that encourages gathering and conversation. With a commitment to authentic flavors, Sofreh provides an inviting spot for anyone looking to enjoy a thoughtful dining experience.

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Mitchell Davis

Voracious Eater

Haute Persian Cuisine.Some of the freshest, most inspired Persian cuisine I’ve ever had. Everything made in house, from the bread to the yogurt. Also wonderful cocktails.

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Terasa North Ninth is a relaxed Balkan and East Mediterranean spot on one of Williamsburg’s busiest corners. Its wrap-around terrace and laid-back inside seating make it easy to enjoy the neighborhood’s energetic scene. With a casual, welcoming vibe and changing menu, it invites everyone to drop by and experience a taste of Brooklyn’s lively spirit.

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Mika Ihamuotila

Foodie

Williamsburg’s charming Balkan / East Mediterranean. Serving Balkan and East Mediterranean casual very good food in one of Williamsburg’s most vibrant corners, Terasa is full of creative young crowd. Watch people inside or sit looking to the streets, people passing by. Not expensive.

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Zaytinya by Chef José Andrés, located in The Ritz-Carlton in NoMad, brings together Greek, Turkish, and Lebanese influences through a variety of meze-style offerings. The bright, open interior creates a relaxed space for guests to explore Mediterranean flavors in the heart of New York.

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Margherita Bentivogli

Foodie

A breath of the Mediterranean taste in New York city inside the Ritz-Carlton hotel in Nomad, a restaurant that I really liked, the Zaytinya by chef Jose Andres: it offers innovative andare delicious Meze (small courses that precede the actual meal) inspired by Greek, Turkish and Lebanese cuisines and presented in a refined way in a spacious, bright and original interior.

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Shukette is a Middle Eastern restaurant in Chelsea, New York, known for its flavorful dishes. It provides a welcoming space where you can enjoy a satisfying meal without any fuss.

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Will Guidara

Restaurateur

Shukette in Chelsea serves some delicious Middle Eastern food.

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Eyval is a Persian restaurant in Bushwick, Brooklyn known for its interesting flavor combinations. Diners mention a subtle hint of sweetness that blends with other tastes and makes it stand out. Though it’s still not well-known, many say they haven’t found another place quite like it in the city.

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Robert Dentice

Food | Wine Connoisseur

Eyval is one of my favorite restaurants in NYC. Eyval focuses on Iranian / Persian food. The flavor combinations start with an ingredient or two that give eah dish a unique touch of sweetness that is balanced with a melange of other fascinating flavors that support the freshest main subjects of each dish whether that is eggplant, chicken or lamb. I have not found any other place like this in NYC!

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