Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Murray Hill & Kips Bay (10016)
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Ravagh Persian Grill
Big-flavor Persian kebabs and stews with serious neighborhood loyalty.
Notable Picks
8.9
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Family Friendly Favorites
Business Lunch Power Players
Ravagh Persian Grill anchors Madison Avenue with charcoal-grilled kebabs, long-simmered stews, and generous portions that draw both neighborhood regulars and destination diners. High review volume across platforms points to a consistently strong kitchen that delivers classic Persian flavors with a warm, accommodating staff.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Shish Kebab with saffron rice, Khoresh Fesenjan (pomegranate-walnut stew), Barg Kebab with zereshk (barberry) rice
What makes it special: Big-flavor Persian kebabs and stews with serious neighborhood loyalty.
8.8
Sahara’s Turkish Cuisine has spent decades turning out family-style meze spreads and charcoal-grilled meats in a long, always-busy Kips Bay dining room. Massive delivery and dine-in volume signal a reliable choice for Turkish feasts, birthday dinners, and casual group gatherings built around generous platters.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mixed Cold Appetizer Plate, Iskender Kebab, Kunefe
What makes it special: Long-running Turkish spot with big platters and family-style hospitality.
8.4
Turkish Kitchen is a classic sit-down restaurant where an extensive menu of meze, grilled meats, and stews fills a multi-level space suited to both business dinners and leisurely nights out. Years of steady reviews point to dependable execution and a more formal experience than most neighborhood Turkish spots.
Must-Try Dishes:
Iskender Kebab, Manti Dumplings, Shepherd Salad
What makes it special: Large-format Turkish menu with decades of steady neighborhood demand.
#4
Sophra Grill
8.2
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Opened in 2018, Sophra Grill is a compact, family-run Turkish shop turning out salads, meze, and grilled platters at prices that work for regular neighborhood lunches and weeknight dinners. The focus is on fresh salads, classic cold appetizers, and straightforward plates rather than a long night out.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mixed Appetizer, Shepherd Salad, Hummus with Babaganush
What makes it special: Family-run Turkish counter spot with strong meze and salads.
Worthy Picks
7.8
Hummus Kitchen in Kips Bay leans Israeli-Middle Eastern, focusing on hummus platters, pitas, and salads that work as casual sit-down meals or slightly elevated takeout. It’s a flexible option for vegetarian-leaning lunches, brunches, and easy weeknight dinners built around dips and grilled proteins.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic hummus platter with warm pita, Sabich sandwich with eggplant and egg, Chicken shawarma pita or platter
What makes it special: Kosher Israeli-leaning hummus bar with lots of vegetarian options.
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Business Lunch Power Players
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Omar’s 39th Street location is a fast-casual Egyptian-led Middle Eastern counter where shawarma, kebab platters, and mezze move quickly through the line. Office workers in East Midtown use it as a dependable lunch stop for stacked pitas and rice platters with house-made sauces.
Must-Try Dishes:
Omar’s Signature Dish (Mixed Grill Kabob), Chicken Shawarma Platter, Falafel Pita Sandwich
What makes it special: Charcoal-grilled shawarma and kabobs served fast with flexible sides.