The food was authentic and quite delicious.The quality of the food was excellent and freshly…read moreprepared The portions were very generous. The staff was very accomodating. The ambience was comfortable spacious and welcoming. Rosalie and Kathy

Such a beautiful space--the decor alone makes you want to stay all night. Telio really nails that…read morewarm, inviting Greek/Mediterranean feel. But what was truly memorable was the food. Everything we ordered was exceptional--fresh, flavorful, and just honestly superior. The Greek salads were crisp and delicious, the octopus was tender and scrumptious, and both the grilled shrimp and salmon were cooked to perfection. Dessert was just as impressive--everything is made in-house, and you can tell. We had a Nutella with strawberries pudding-type creation that looked like a potted plant (and came in a little pot!) (I wish I remembered the exact name!) and a delicate phyllo pastry with Greek honey that was absolutely outstanding. What really made the experience, though, was the hospitality. The owner, Nicolas, was incredibly warm and welcoming, and the entire staff made us feel so taken care of. One of those meals where you keep saying "this is so good" after every bite. We're definitely coming back!

We stopped here for lunch first and foremost to escape the heat, and ended up really enjoying our…read morefood! I'm not sure what their airflow/fan situation is but the temperature inside was HEAVENLY. So much so that there was a sleeping baby two tables down from where we were seated. The inside was very inviting yet spacious and (literally) airy. Now onto the delicious food and drink! I got the Mediterranean Summer cocktail which was basically a Moroccan mint lemonade with vodka and thin cucumber slices. It was so wonderfully refreshing and hit the spot! My boyfriend and I decided to share the mixed hummus but really shouldn't have- it was delicious but WAY too much for the two of us. Three of the little dishes had plain creamy hummus with lots of tangy tahini. Then the other three had the same hummus base but different toppings- chickpeas, sautéed mushrooms, and stewed fava beans. All three were delicious textural and flavor complements to the hummus. This platter came with a fresh tomato cucumber and parsley salad, and a big basket of stretchy, chewy saj pita bread. We also ordered a plate of vegetable dolmades which were outstanding- so fresh and full of flavor and easily among the best I've had! Then as if we hadn't eaten enough the waiter gave us some homemade pastries for dessert. There was a flaky and fragrant baklava type treat with pistachios, and two crumbly fig cookies. All were excellent and unexpectedly free! The hospitality, cool and relaxing atmosphere, and delicious food definitely make Gazala's worthy of a return trip!!

Gazala's Mediterranean Restaurant is located near West 84 St. & Amsterdam Ave. serving up delicious…read moreMiddle Eastern Food. The dimly lit space is large, nicely decorated & welcoming with plenty of seating indoor & outdoors. The staff is friendly, accommodating & the service is pretty quick. Of course, the stuffed grape leaves were tasty & the salad, rice & meat dishes were delicious. So if you're in the upper Westside area, drop in & enjoy some good Mediterranean/Middle Eastern food.

Not hype as they serve the very best roast turkey sandwich my wife and I have ever had…read more We ordered all dark meat, lettuce, tomato with mayo on white bread. Fired on all cylinders.

The staff is EXCELLENT. The owner is HORRIBLE. He's mean to…read morecustomers and staff. We sat outside and he came out to tell us to move our seats because "this is New York" and he'll get a ticket if we're blocking the sidewalk. If he thought we were tourists, he should have politely explained why he needed us to move. I am not a tourist and live VERY close; the likelihood of a cop ticketing him is slim to none. The only time I see cops on the block at night is if extra security is needed at the Beacon.

1st time visiting and I was extremely satisfied. The food was very very good. Chicken Gyro with…read morerice and salad was definitely worth it. Nice, quiet vibes. Good service as well.

Thanks to blackbird and myself this meal was free! We enjoyed trying this place for the first time…read moreand the food was great! The service was efficient and swift. The workers were kind and easy to talk with even gave a great substitute for the wine they didn't have available. Our meal was just at $50 for the dishes and wine! Would love to come back soon!

My friend and I came to this super cute Greek restaurant for dinner. The space was lovely and…read moremostly white, with blue lighting and pretty hanging lights. There was a cozy ambiance to the place. We decided to order from the prix fixe menu. For the first course, I went with the Avegolemono soup, which consisted of chicken, orzo, and egg, along with taste of lemon. This was nicely savory, hearty, and comforting. For the entree, I selected the Pork Loin with glaze sauce, broccoli rabe, and Greek fries. The Pork Loin was sliced, tender, with a smoky taste, covered with slightly sweet sauce. The flavors were bold. Greek Fries were satisfyingly crispy, with plenty of yummy seasonings and feta cheese crumbled all over. The dessert I chose was Nutella Mousse, which consisted of crushed Oreos and fresh berries. Although this did not feel very Greek to me, it was tantalizingly rich and creamy, full of Nutella and Oreo combined. Service was solid. Our waiter was welcoming and everything came out in a timely manner. I would be open to returning to try the Baby Lamb Chops or Salmon.

UES Greek restaurant with nice decor. Caters to the older crowd generally. The nice gentlemen was…read morewelcoming. After that, everything else was meh. We ordered the whole snapper for 2 with 2 sides. Snapper was decent. Brussels sprouts was overcooked, soggy and lacked any flavor. Waitress was mediocre and maybe it was a bad day but didn't care much about our table. Left $20 tip for a $115 pretax bill. They had the audacity to add $5 to $25 as it reflects on my credit card bill. It's not about $5, it's about the integrity of this restaurant. Who knows what other sketchy stuff they do.

not heard a thing about The Migrant Kitchen so went in with no expectations…read more - and let me just say we should all start yapping about this fast casual spot - they have a small menu, maybe 10 things and then a few rotating seasonal options. all meals contribute to their partnership organization helping food insecure communities - one dining companion ordered the chicken shawarma had the most pungent tangy sour pickled turnips, delicious salty Tumeric rice, and soft delicate shawarma chicken - the fattoush salad was a refreshing pile of vegetables with zatar blanketed pita chips and a light tangy dressing. I added chicken to make it a perfect addition to make the meal filing and well rounded - the other dining companion ordered the crispy chicken shawarma wrap which was a mix of light fresh veggies, the fried dense pieces of cauliflower (tasted like a hash brown), and cool with the thick garlic toum.

Friendly and helpful staff here -- who suggested the chipotle chicken bowl. It was tasty and it…read morecame out quickly, seemed fresh, and the guy delivered to our table outside. It was just the right amount of food and didn't leave us feeling hungry or too full.

Been to this place a couple of times and had great experiences. One nice perk is that you can earn…read morepoints through Opentable and redeem them for credit toward restaurant experiences, credit toward OpenTable reservations, or Amazon gift cards. You don't need to download an app, just sign up for an Opentable account at www.opentable.com. The place was exactly what we were looking for... Inexpensive, Turkish, and comfortable atmosphere! The place wasn't busy during lunch time but busy during dinner time. Amazing service and delicious food! The food was fresh and came out fast. Lunch specials are $21.95 for 2 courses while dinner specials are $36.95 for 4 courses. I had the Eggplant with Tomato Sauce and Beets as the first course and Lamb Adana Kebab as Entrée. Lamb Adana Kebab comes with salad, which I can't have since it's cold and raw, but they were able to accommodate me and replaced salad with more rice. I had Kabak Tatlısı, which has a nice sweet taste and is healthy. All were delicious, also gluten free, dairy free and soy free. Plus, the Turkish Tea as the fourth course was a great pair with my meals. Their menu offers a variety of choices, including options that are gluten free, dairy free, and soy free. I would definitely come back and suggest you give this place a try if you are in Hell's Kitchen or Columbus Circle.

Great mid-town spot for Turkish food. The staff is great and the food is generally above average…read more It's got that great NYC shabby/chic vibe. Well worth checking out.

It pains me to write this review because when I first started coming here 20 years ago it was…read morewonderful. But it's just not the same. And the value is not there. Our spritzes were half full (at $15 a piece). I ordered the tortoloni, which to me seemed just like ravioli, and I only got five (for $30!). We also ordered a chicken cutlet wrapped in prosciutto and it just fell flat. The one yummy dish was a stuffed sardine appetizer. Overall pretty lackluster food. It's a cute restaurant inside and service was attentive.

Warm lighting, close tables, the kind of room that makes you want to order another glass of wine…read morebefore you've finished the first. This is a classic Italian neighborhood spot done right -- unpretentious, cozy, and genuinely welcoming in a way that feels earned rather than designed. The pastas are solid, though portions run a little small -- a sign of the times, most likely. The mains are where the kitchen really delivers. The lamb shank and pork chop both came out beautifully cooked: the kind of careful, unhurried execution that reminds you why Italian comfort food earned its reputation. Eating here feels like a meal at an Italian grandmother's table -- a fictional one, granted, but one who really knows what she's doing. The only friction is a persistent one: cash only. In 2026, it's the kind of policy that makes an otherwise easy recommendation suddenly require a detour to the ATM. It doesn't ruin the meal, but it does cost them a star and maybe considering another restaurant that takes Apple Pay. Come hungry, come with cash, and you'll leave happy.