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Best Girls Night Out Approved Middle Eastern Restaurants in Little Italy

3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

Our Top Pick
Antique Garage SoHo
A romantic, antique-filled dining room that turns dinner into an occasion.

Notable Picks

$$$$ Little Italy Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
A candlelit SoHo room with old-New-York romance and a Mediterranean menu that shines most when you order shareable starters and one strong main. It’s a better pick for ambiance-forward dinners than for speed—linger, keep the order tight, and let the space do the work.
Must-Try Dishes: Manti, Lamburger, Organic Grilled Chicken
What makes it special: A romantic, antique-filled dining room that turns dinner into an occasion.
$$ Little Italy Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
A Tel Aviv-leaning Nolita dining room built around bright spreads, share plates, and a lively night-out pace. The strongest move is mezze first, then one standout entrée—great energy for groups when you want Mediterranean flavors without a formal vibe.
Must-Try Dishes: Shakshouka, Branzino Schnitzel, Hummus & Pita Spreads
What makes it special: Tel Aviv-style share plates with a buzzy Nolita dining-room energy.

Worthy Picks

$$$ Little Italy Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
A SoHo room doing a modern Mideast/North Africa/Anatolia mash-up with a menu designed for sharing and late-evening pacing. Go for the bold spreads and a couple of larger plates—this is more about mood, cocktails, and contrast than a traditional Mediterranean “greatest hits” run.
Must-Try Dishes: Tahini Toast, Smokey Babaganoush, Mideast Chicken Parm
What makes it special: A modern mash-up menu built for cocktails and share plates.