Rukia Rahi

in the last week

"My absolute new go to middle eastern spot. Food was incredible, the staff and chef were so lovely, and the place had the best atmosphere. So excited to be back, going to be dreaming about pesto hummus until then 🤌"

Anasthesia Beeverhausen

in the last week

"I would highly recommend this restaurant! The owner personally took care of us and the food was amazing. His food reminded me of my grandmother’s Lebanese food. It was amazing. I would equate him to the Gordon Ramsey of Lebanese food. Presentation and taste are amazing. Please go here when in NYC! You won’t regret it."

Nour Idriss

a week ago

"This is my favorite middle-eastern restaurant in the city from now on! The food tastes authentic with just the right amount of personal touch to make it stand out from the others. The owner/chef is very friendly and listening to him talk so passionately about his process was inspiring and heart-warming. He clearly loves what he does and it shows in the food."

J

2 weeks ago

"The Halabi kabab was my favorite, well-seasoned, tender, and grilled to bring depth without overpowering the spices. The zesty tabbouleh was definitely zesty, the right hit of acidity, good amount of bulgur wheat and onions. I also tried the sfiha, which had a satisfying, savory filling on the soft dough, and the Halabi desert, which was similarly well-balanced and not too sweet. Overall, fresh ingredients, thoughtful seasoning, and a well thought out menu. A strong addition to the LES levantine list. Will return to try the shawerma & felafil soon."

Mae

a month ago

"Wow—what an incredible find. Chef and owner Mohammad cooks straight from the heart, and you can taste it in every bite. From the fresh, vibrant tabbouleh to the beautifully prepared whole fish cage, everything felt authentic, thoughtful, and full of flavor. His warm smile is what first invited me in, and the food is what kept me wanting more. I’m currently on a ketogenic diet, and Chef went out of his way to make sure everything fit my restrictions. He customized dishes for me without hesitation and even brought out his homemade pickled vegetables and dolmades for me to try. That kind of genuine hospitality is rare, and it meant a lot. The restaurant has only been open for a month, yet all the 5-star reviews make perfect sense. Mohammad cooks everything fresh to order, so it’s worth taking your time, relaxing, and really enjoying the meal. I absolutely loved my experience here and will be recommending this place to everyone I know."