Best Group Dining Mediterranean Restaurants in New York
50 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Kellari Taverna
Destination-level Greek seafood with a deep cellar in the heart of Broadway.
Notable Picks
8.9
A Theater District Greek seafood institution where pristine whole fish and classic meze meet a polished, pre-show energy. The room feels upscale without stiffness, and the kitchen’s confidence shows most in simply grilled, impeccably sourced seafood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled octopus, Whole grilled lavraki (branzino), Zucchini chips
What Makes it Special: Destination-level Greek seafood with a deep cellar in the heart of Broadway.
8.8
Çka Ka Qëllu brings Kosovar and broader Balkan home cooking to a townhouse space that feels part museum, part dining room, with shelves of antiques framing hearty platters and slow-cooked stews. Opened in 2020, it’s become a destination for regional specialties and long, family-style meals fueled by raki and grilled meats.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fli (layered crêpe-style pie), Tava Kosi, Çka Ka Qëllu Mixed Meat Combination
What Makes it Special: Deep-cut Albanian and Kosovar dishes served in a living-history townhouse.
#3
Dagon
8.8
Modern Israeli restaurant on a prominent Broadway corner serving mezze, breads, and wood-leaning mains with Levantine flavors. Locals use it for date nights, celebrations, and nights when they want serious cooking and a buzzier room than most of the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kubaneh, Crispy Roasted Lamb, Shishbarak
What Makes it Special: Levantine-leaning Israeli cooking with house breads and mezze worth planning around.
8.8
Heritage Grand Restaurant & Pizza Bar brings a polished, Mediterranean-leaning menu of ancient-grain breads, wood-fired pizzas, and mezze to a handsome dining room just off Bryant Park. Opened in 2023 by restaurateur Lou Ramirez, it draws theatergoers, office diners, and locals for everything from happy hour to late-night olive oil cake.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mediterranean Mezze Platter, Ancient Grain Margherita Pizza, Olive Oil Cake
What Makes it Special: Ancient-grain breads and Mediterranean-inspired pizzas served in a stylish Bryant Park dining room.
8.8
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Birthday & Celebration Central
Group Dining Gatherings
Trendy Table Hotspots
An old-school Queens Italian dining room known for classic red-sauce plates, hefty portions, and a lively, reservation-driven evening scene. Locals use it for family milestones and nostalgic dinners where veal, pasta, and seafood carry the night more than trend-chasing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Veal Parmigiana, Truffle & Mushroom Fettuccini, Linguine with Clam Sauce
What Makes it Special: Vintage Queens Italian with big plates and a celebratory feel.
#6
Çka Ka Qëllu
8.7
Çka Ka Qëllu is a destination for Albanian and broader Balkan home cooking in Belmont, with a wood-beamed dining room that feels closer to a farmhouse than a city restaurant. It draws diners for slow-cooked tavë dishes, mixed grills, and dairy-rich comfort plates that bridge Mediterranean flavors with distinctly Albanian traditions.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kacamak tava, Mixed grill platter, Mantia in yogurt sauce
What Makes it Special: Albanian-focused tavern spotlighting slow-cooked Balkan comfort dishes in a rustic setting.
#7
Eléa
8.7
Bi-level Greek restaurant with a coastal-inspired room, a strong mezze program, and grilled fish at the center of the menu. Upper West Siders lean on it for slightly upscale dinners that still feel relaxed enough for groups and celebrations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Htipiti, Whole Grilled Tsipoura, Lamb Chops
What Makes it Special: Contemporary Greek cooking in a polished, coastal-feeling two-level space.
#8
Miriam
8.7
Miriam is a flagship Park Slope Israeli-Mediterranean restaurant, opened in 2005 by Chef Rafael Hasid, known for abundant brunches, lamb shawarma, and mezze-driven dinners that draw steady crowds. Thousands of reviews and two decades in business make it a default neighborhood choice for Israeli flavors, especially on weekends when the room turns lively with brunch lines and shared plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Green shakshuka, Lamb shawarma plate, Burekas breakfast with egg and salads
What Makes it Special: Long-running Israeli-Mediterranean hub with big brunch energy and a deep mezze menu.
#9
Pylos
8.7
A longstanding East Village Greek taverna that leans upscale without losing the comfort-food core—best when you treat it as a focused tour of seafood, grilled meats, and bright mezze. It’s a reliable “real dinner” pick for dates and out-of-town guests who want classic flavors executed with polish.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled octopus, Lavraki (whole grilled branzino), Spanakopita
What Makes it Special: A classic Greek taverna experience with consistently strong seafood and mezze.
#10
Shuka
8.7
Since 2017, chef Ayesha Nurdjaja’s Shuka has anchored SoHo’s Eastern Mediterranean scene with mezze, kebabs, and shareable feasts in a loud, lively dining room and garden. Strong multi-platform reviews and a James Beard–recognized chef back up the menu’s balance of rustic spreads, grilled meats, and crowd-pleasing brunch plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Whipped feta with pistachios, Fried halloumi, Shuka Feast for 2
What Makes it Special: Large-format Eastern Mediterranean feasts, lively room, and serious cocktails.
#11
Bustan
8.6
Pan-Mediterranean spot with a wood-fired oven turning out clay-pot lamb, flatbreads, and shareable plates in a narrow but comfortable room. It’s a go-to for small groups and casual celebrations where mezze, wine, and warm service are the main draw.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Terracotta Pot, Whole Roasted Cauliflower, Hummus with Lamb
What Makes it Special: Pan-Mediterranean cooking with wood-fired signatures and shareable plates.
#12
Marlow Bistro
8.6
A cozy Upper West Side bistro that leans Mediterranean in spirit—seasonal plates, bright sauces, and a menu that rewards splitting a few well-chosen dishes. The room reads intimate and date-friendly, but locals use it just as often for weeknight pastas and a dessert finish.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tartufo pizza, Gnocchi, Carrot cake
What Makes it Special: A share-plate bistro menu that stays strong across pizza, pasta, and veg.
8.6
Meraki Greek Bistro brings a white-and-blue island aesthetic and generous Greek cooking to Grand Street, with platters, grilled seafood, and meze built for sharing. Portions are substantial and the menu leans classic—think souvlaki, gyro platters, and village salads—backed by friendly, attentive service. The enclosed back patio gives it extra appeal for small celebrations and laid-back date nights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Poikilia mixed grill platter, Calamari and gyro platter, Complimentary house baklava
What Makes it Special: Sun-drenched Greek taverna vibes with big portions and a backyard patio.
#14
Novitá
8.6
A polished Gramercy Italian room that reads Mediterranean through bright antipasti, seafood-leaning pastas, and a confident grill cadence. It’s strongest when you order like a tight two-act meal: one crisp starter, one pasta anchor, then a shared main if you’re hungry. The vibe is date-friendly without feeling precious, and it holds up for repeat dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burrata with seasonal accompaniments, Spaghetti alle vongole, Branzino (whole or filet, if available)
What Makes it Special: A modern Italian-Mediterranean lineup with reliable seafood-and-pasta execution in a polished room.
#15
O Cuisine
8.6
A by-appointment culinary studio on Park Avenue where Chef Anne Margaret O’Hare serves French- and Mediterranean-leaning tasting menus in an intimate Upper East Side space. Guests use it for small-group dinners and cooking-class style events when they want restaurant-level food in a private dining room rather than a traditional storefront.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crab Bocadillo with Shaved Fennel Salad, Wild Gulf Shrimp with Cucumber, Grilled Scallion and Tarragon Dressing, Chef’s Seasonal Mediterranean Dinner Menu
What Makes it Special: Private, chef-led French–Mediterranean dinners in a boutique Park Avenue studio.
#16
Taci's Beyti
8.6
Long-running Turkish spot on Coney Island Avenue serving charcoal-grilled kebabs, meze, and seafood to a steady crowd of locals and families. Massive review volume and decades in business make it one of the most proven Mediterranean choices in 11223.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb chops, Adana kebab, Kunafa dessert
What Makes it Special: High-volume Turkish grill with decades of consistent kebab-focused cooking.
#17
Tanoreen
8.6
A Bay Ridge institution for Palestinian cooking where the romantic move is to treat dinner like a mezze-and-mains procession—bright salads, smart dips, and one showpiece entrée. The room stays lively, but the flavors reward slow pacing and sharing, especially if you end on knafeh.
Must-Try Dishes:
Knafeh, Muhammara + house pita, Lamb shank
What Makes it Special: A long-running Bay Ridge destination for Palestinian mezze and knafeh-worthy finales.
#18
Cafe Mogador
8.5
A warm, always-busy Moroccan mainstay that’s at its best when you order like a regular: one tagine, one grilled plate, and a couple of classic spreads to start. It works equally well for brunch crowds and weeknight dinners when you want steady, spice-forward comfort.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken tagine with preserved lemon and olives, Lamb tagine, Moroccan mint tea
What Makes it Special: Moroccan comfort classics that stay craveable across brunch and dinner.
8.5
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Quality Grill & Gyro is a busy counter-service spot near Pelham Bay where chicken over rice, gyros, and platters anchor a straightforward halal-Mediterranean menu. Regulars lean on it for fast, filling takeout that stays consistent even at peak delivery hours.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken over rice platter, Lamb gyro, Mixed grill platter
What Makes it Special: High-volume halal-Mediterranean counter spot known for generous rice platters and gyros.
8.5
Family-run since 2002, Sahara’s fills a long Kips Bay dining room with meze platters, charcoal-grilled meats, and a steady hum of birthday dinners and big-group celebrations. Its combination of longevity, warm service, and generous portions has made it a neighborhood standby for Turkish feasts.
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.
#21
Sawa
8.5
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Trendy Table Hotspots
Birthday & Celebration Central
Group Dining Gatherings
Sawa is a modern Lebanese restaurant opened in April 2024 by siblings Samaya Boueri Ziade and George Boueri, with chef Soroosh Golbabae translating Beirut’s hospitality into a sleek, two-room Park Slope space. Freshly baked pita from a central bread oven, refined mezze, and dishes like kibbeh arnabiyeh and lamb chops with labneh make it a go-to for special-occasion Middle Eastern dining in the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Hummus with braised Wagyu beef cheeks, Rakkakat (halloumi and akkawi cheese rolls), Grilled lamb chops with garlic labneh
What Makes it Special: Contemporary Lebanese cooking with pita fired in a showpiece oven and a short, tightly curated menu.
#22
Taverna Kyclades
8.5
A high-volume Greek seafood taverna where whole grilled fish, lemon potatoes, and meze anchor some of the most talked-about plates in Ditmars. Locals and visitors alike treat it as a destination for generous portions and lively, always-busy dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled octopus, Whole grilled branzino, Lemon potatoes
What Makes it Special: High-energy Greek seafood spot famous for whole grilled fish and meze.
#23
A La Turka
8.4
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Date Night Magic
Trendy Table Hotspots
Birthday & Celebration Central
A Yorkville Turkish dining room that leans into generous mezze, steady kebab execution, and a menu that rewards classic ordering over novelty. Best nights land when you anchor with one grilled protein plus one bright cold-meze spread, then finish with something honey-and-nutty.
Must-Try Dishes:
Adana kebab, Lahmacun, Manti
What Makes it Special: A big Turkish menu that stays strongest on mezze + charcoal-grilled kebabs.
#24
Agora Taverna
8.4
A Greek seafood-leaning Austin Street mainstay where the strongest move is to treat it like a fish-and-mezze table: one whole-fish or branzino-style anchor, a couple of cold dips, and one grilled appetizer. It works best for a paced dinner when you want Mediterranean flavors that stay clean rather than heavy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled octopus, Branzino (whole fish), Lamb shank
What Makes it Special: Seafood-forward Greek cooking that rewards a focused, mezze-plus-fish order.
8.4
Long-running Turkish-leaning Mediterranean spot known for smoky kebabs, silky dips, and house breads that arrive warm. It’s casual and lively, ideal for sharing meze before diving into expertly grilled meats.
Must-Try Dishes:
Adana kebab, Iskender kebab, Kunefe
What Makes it Special: Midtown’s go-to for reliably excellent Turkish grills since 2004.
#26
Avenue Gyro
8.4
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Group Dining Gatherings
Avenue Gyro is a busy Arthur Avenue counter specializing in Greek-style gyros, platters, and salads that travel well for takeout and delivery. High order volume and steady ratings make it a reliable move for quick Mediterranean plates in the heart of Belmont.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken gyro sandwich, Pork gyro platter, Falafel platter
What Makes it Special: High-volume gyro shop serving Greek-style wraps and platters at budget-friendly prices.
#27
Ayat NYC
8.4
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Trendy Table Hotspots
Comfort Food Classics
A Michelin Guide-featured Palestinian dining room that shines when you treat the table like a curated spread—fresh breads, mezze depth, then one standout platter instead of five mains. Portions are built for sharing, and the best meals here come from committing to a clear, family-style game plan.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mixed Shawarma Platter, Fattet Hummus, Kanafeh
What Makes it Special: Michelin-recognized Palestinian cooking with big-portion platters and mezze depth.
8.4
Emphasis Restaurant Cafe is a long-running Bay Ridge diner with a sprawling menu that leans heavily on Greek and Mediterranean comfort food alongside American classics. Locals use it as an all-day spot for big salads, grilled platters, and late-night-style breakfasts that feel more polished than a basic coffee shop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Greek salad with grilled chicken, Chicken souvlaki platter, Belgian waffle
What Makes it Special: Full-service neighborhood diner where Greek and Mediterranean classics share space with an enormous all-day menu.
8.4
A long-running Afghan staple that wins on charcoal-grilled kebabs and rice that’s fragrant enough to be a dish on its own. The move is to build the table around one or two signature meat plates, then let sambosa and a honeyed dessert finish the arc without overcomplicating it.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Chops, Barg Kabab, Sambosa
What Makes it Special: Charcoal-forward Afghan kebabs with rice that carries real aroma and flavor.
#30
Pera Soho
8.4
Opened in 2011 as the downtown sibling of Pera Mediterranean Brasserie, Pera Soho serves Turkish-leaning meze and grilled meats in a spacious dining room that opens onto one of SoHo’s more sought-after garden patios. Thousands of reviews and regular press mentions highlight its role as a go-to for birthdays, corporate dinners, and date nights built around shared plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken and lamb adana rolls, Wild mushroom flatbread, Lamb tartare
What Makes it Special: Turkish-leaning Mediterranean cooking with one of SoHo’s prettiest gardens.
8.4
A skewer-and-rice house that delivers its best work through smoke, char, and portion power rather than finesse. The move is to order for the table—one mixed grill, one rice-heavy platter, and a couple of sauces—so every bite stays bold and balanced instead of repetitive.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mixed grill platter, Chicken kebab over buttery rice, Lamb kebab (or lamb chops when available)
What Makes it Special: Char-forward kebabs with rice that eats like the main event.
8.4
Savann is a Turkish-leaning Mediterranean dining room in Harlem where meze spreads, kebabs, and grilled fish land in a warmly lit space with a full bar and prix-fixe options. It’s the neighborhood’s move when you want a sit-down dinner that still reads as casual but can stretch to birthdays, graduation dinners, or business meals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mixed Meze Platter, Lamb Köfte Kebab, Grilled Branzino
What Makes it Special: Harlem Turkish-Mediterranean spot with full meze spreads, kebabs, and a grown-up bar in a neighborhood setting.
#33
The Gyro Project
8.4
Opened in 2025, Taverna by The Gyro Project translates the group’s popular Greek street-food formula into a full-service taverna at the western edge of Midtown. House-stacked meats, lamb souvlaki, and mezze plates meet a breezy, contemporary room that works equally well for casual dates and group dinners before or after Hudson Yards.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Souvlaki Plate, House Gyro Platter, Baklava with Pistachios
What Makes it Special: A modern Greek taverna from The Gyro Project with house-stacked meats, shareable mezze, and a lively dining room.
#34
yasouvlaki
8.4
Yasouvlaki is a lively Upper East Side taverna built around souvlaki, gyros, and a deeper Greek wine list than you’d expect in a neighborhood spot. Locals use it for casual dates and small groups when they want char-grilled platters, shareable starters, and the option to linger over a bottle.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pork Gyro Platter, Chicken Souvlaki Platter, Greek Fries
What Makes it Special: Modern Greek taverna where souvlaki platters and Greek wines anchor the experience.
8.3
A high-volume Lebanese-Mediterranean room that’s built for sharing: spreads, grilled meats, and bright salads in a lively, reservation-friendly setting. It’s a strong choice when you want reliable crowd-pleasers with enough menu range to satisfy both picky eaters and spice seekers.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tableside shawarma, Hummus and mixed dips, Shish taouk
What Makes it Special: Big, shareable Lebanese-Mediterranean menu with proven reliability at scale.
8.3
Turkish-leaning Mediterranean restaurant known for brick-oven flatbreads, kebabs, and stews in a casual, closely packed dining room. Neighborhood regulars use it for relaxed dinners where a mix of meze and hearty mains works across different appetites.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Shank, Manti Dumplings, Mixed Meze Platter
What Makes it Special: Turkish-inspired neighborhood staple with brick-oven pizzas, kebabs, and meze.
#37
Cakor Restaurant
8.3
Cakor blends Albanian, Mediterranean, and Italian plates in a narrow Belmont dining room where grilled meats and seafood are the main draw. Guests use it as a neighborhood spot for mixed grills, whole fish, and hearty pastas at prices that stay reasonable for sit-down service.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mixed grill platter, Grilled branzino, Stuffed peppers
What Makes it Special: Small Albanian-run spot where grilled meats and fish anchor a Mediterranean-leaning menu.
#38
Kashkaval Garden
8.3
An informal Mediterranean tavern in Hell’s Kitchen serving mezze, grilled skewers, and fondue platters alongside a strong wine and cocktail list. Its relaxed garden‑room vibe and shareable dishes make it a go‑to for casual dinners and group gatherings. Patrons highlight its cheese plates and vegetarian‑friendly spreads as reliable crowd‑pleasers.
Must-Try Dishes:
Stuffed grape leaves & feta‑mint peppers, Cheese & charcuterie platter, Grilled vegetable sandwich with caponata
What Makes it Special: Relaxed garden‑room Mediterranean tavern with strong mezze and wine culture.
#39
Levantine
8.3
Levantine is an Israeli-Mediterranean spot on Graham Avenue known for warm hospitality, a lush back patio, and plates built around hummus, shawarma, and seasonal mezze. It functions as a neighborhood staple for brunch, lunch, and casual dinners, with a menu that’s friendly to vegetarians and groups who want to share. The vibe is cozy rather than flashy, with most of the appeal coming from reliably flavorful food and a welcoming staff.
Must-Try Dishes:
Garlic hummus with fresh pita, Chicken shawarma platter, Eggplant carpaccio
What Makes it Special: Israeli-style hummus, shawarma, and mezze served with genuinely warm hospitality.
#40
Nick’s Bistro
8.3
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Comfort Food Classics
Business Lunch Power Players
A Forest Hills Greek sit-down built around straightforward grilling and crowd-pleasing seafood, where the meal lands best when you keep it classic: one grilled protein, one bright salad, and one shareable starter. It’s the kind of neighborhood room people return to for dependable kebabs, octopus, and a calm, family-forward pace.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled octopus, Gyro platter, Stuffed grape leaves
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood Greek classics executed with steady grill-and-seafood reliability.
#41
Persepolis
8.3
A long-running Yorkville Persian staple built around saffron rice, slow-simmered stews, and straightforward kebab plates in a calm, old-school room. It’s at its best when you commit to one signature khoresh plus one skewer for contrast, then add a shared dip to start.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fesenjan, Koobideh kebab, Ghormeh sabzi
What Makes it Special: Classic Persian stews and kebabs with saffron-rice fundamentals.
#42
Psaraki
8.3
Waterfront Greek restaurant at 420 Kent where whole grilled fish, seafood towers, and family-style mezze bring a modern taverna feel to the South Williamsburg shoreline. Floor-to-ceiling windows and a spacious terrace frame bridge and skyline views that match the menu’s Mediterranean lean.
Must-Try Dishes:
Whole grilled branzino with ladolemono, Lobster pasta, Kritharoto seafood orzo
What Makes it Special: Greek seaside-taverna cooking translated to a Brooklyn waterfront dining room with serious views.
8.3
A Turkish-leaning Mediterranean room that does its strongest work on grilled meats, warm breads, and the kind of savory depth that rewards ordering a few plates instead of one big entrée. It’s best when you build a spread—one kebab, one dough/bread item, and a bright salad—so the meal stays dynamic.
Must-Try Dishes:
Adana kebab, Lahmacun, Baklava (with Turkish coffee)
What Makes it Special: Turkish comfort plates that land best as a balanced spread.
#44
Turkish Kitchen
8.3
Turkish Kitchen is a classic sit-down Turkish restaurant that’s been drawing Midtown and Kips Bay diners for years with a sprawling menu of meze, grilled meats, and slow-cooked stews. High review volume across platforms reflects a dependable option for both business lunches and lingering dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Iskender Kebab, Manti Dumplings, Shepherd Salad
What Makes it Special: Large-format Turkish menu with decades of steady neighborhood demand.
#45
WarrenPeace
8.3
WarrenPeace is a cocktail-focused Tribeca spot where Mediterranean-leaning small plates, lamb sliders, and beef tongue bruschetta meet a moody, design-forward bar. Locals use it for date nights and small-group hangs when they want serious drinks and richer sharing plates rather than a full-on restaurant blowout.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Sliders, Beef Tongue Bruschetta, Fried Oysters
What Makes it Special: Mediterranean-leaning small plates served in a cocktail-first, design-heavy bar setting.
#46
Zaytoons
8.3
A Vanderbilt Ave Middle Eastern workhorse where the ordering rhythm is simple: one platter, one spread, and you’re set. It’s strongest in the falafel-and-kebab lane, with hummus and baba that keep the meal grounded and repeatable. Founded in 1998 by two cousins (Ahmad and Faried), it reads like a true neighborhood institution rather than a trend.
Must-Try Dishes:
Falafel platter, Lamb kabob platter, Hummus & baba ganoush with pita
What Makes it Special: A long-running Vanderbilt Ave Middle Eastern spot built for repeatable platters and strong spreads.
#47
12 Chairs Cafe
8.2
All-day Israeli–Mediterranean cafe on Wythe where shakshuka, hummus, and big Israeli breakfasts anchor a menu built for sharing. It’s the neighborhood’s go-to when a table needs proper brunch plates, mezze, and wine without leaving South Williamsburg.
Must-Try Dishes:
Israeli breakfast with salads, spreads, and pita, Classic shakshuka, Hummus with falafel
What Makes it Special: Israeli comfort cooking that works equally well for brunch, lunch, or dinner.
#48
Agnanti Meze
8.2
Since 2002 this Aegean-style taverna near the park has focused on meze, grilled seafood, and island dishes served in a cozy room with a patio. It’s a go-to for groups who want a long, shared meal that feels relaxed rather than formal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled octopus, Seafood pasta, Saganaki cheese
What Makes it Special: Long-running Greek meze house by Astoria Park with a true taverna feel.
#49
Ayat
8.2
A Palestinian table that shines when you lean into grilled meats, fresh breads, and shareable spreads that reward a family-style order. The room has a lively, communal feel—best for groups who want bold seasoning and a lot of food on the table quickly.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken shawarma, Kofta kebab, Fresh pita with dips
What Makes it Special: Palestinian comfort food built for big, shareable spreads and grills.
#50
Ayat (Bushwick)
8.2
A modern Palestinian dining room that lands best when you treat it like a feast-table: layered rice dishes, lamb-and-yogurt comfort, and focused mezze that builds momentum across the meal. The cooking leans bold and generous, with big-format signatures that make it feel like a destination rather than just neighborhood takeout.
Must-Try Dishes:
Msakhan, Maklouba, Kanafa
What Makes it Special: Palestinian soul-food signatures built for shareable, layered feasts.