Stacey Kolbig

a month ago

"Transported to another country when you walk into this subterranean restaurant, candle light dances through the dining room. Find yourself in an intimate corner with illuminated gauze curtains and velvet pillows. This place gets gets it, flavors on point, atmosphere 20 out of 10. Ask for Daniel, the most refreshing moment of an nyc restaurant - caring, thoughtful, pleasant. We came for our anniversary, perfect."

J Carlos Porras

a month ago

"My girlfriend Stacey and I celebrated our third anniversary at Shalel, and Daniel made the night perfect. He was incredibly attentive without ever being intrusive. He anticipated what we needed before we even asked, checked in at just the right moments, and made the entire experience feel personal and thoughtful. His kindness, timing, and professionalism elevated our evening and made it truly memorable. Thank you, Daniel, for helping make our anniversary so special. We’ll definitely be back."

Mcallister Stowell

a month ago

"Had a wonderful date night! The food was outstanding (with the one exception being that the mushroom risotto needed some salt). Special standouts: the spanakopites, the lamb cigars, and THE BAKLAVA WOW!! The atmosphere was wonderfully romantic as well. Gorgeous and moody interior with an... interesting musical ambiance. Our server Dan welcomed us and guided us well through some menu questions. He and the bartender had friendly vibes whenever they checked on us, which they did the perfect amount!"

Quasar

2 months ago

"A feast for the eyes but not so for the palate. Romantic atmospheric nooks that silently promise a sumptuous meal but that the kitchen cannot deliver. Though the mediterranean olive appetizer was well balanced with herbal notes and pickled veggies with the right amount of toasted baguette slices, the chicken Bastilla was a travesty- flat like a tortilla served on a metal casserole - with a single layer of filo dough under it and a floating soggy one top. Not wrapped all around the filling as it should always be. The filling in between was heavy on soupy fried onions, with just two chunks of chicken (not shredded as it should be) and maybe a couple of almonds. The mint tea was passable but it did not make up for the overall disappointment. I chose to dine here because it came up on Google as a Moroccan restaurant l, food that I am passionate about, but the menu is all over the place, from Turkey to Egypt to Italy and Greece spread too thin to its own detriment. Well thought out decor and friendly service, but who are we kidding?"

D Girard

5 months ago

"The service was excellent. Waitress was patient and knowledgeable about drinks. She was able to help us make just the right choice on drinks based on our palate. Food is always wonderful. One of my favorite go-to restaurants."