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.

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.

Didn't have a reservation, but was able to get a table for a party of two on a Friday evening. It…read moredid get more busy as the evening went on so making a reservation is recommended. There's so many options (vegetarian, meat) - something for everyone on the menu. Our hostess was also very nice as she also provided some recommendations since this was my first time being here. The food portion sizes (even the dips) are huge. There was also unlimited pita bread for the table. Would definitely come back next time to try other items on the menu.

What an amazing experience!!! The service was great, the food was so good, and the ambiance was…read morephenomenal. Anytime I have a more than great experience I feel compelled to rave about it. The menu here is so extensive and may be overwhelming, I do recommend everything we ordered: falafel, grilled halloumi, tabouli salad, hummus beiruty, fatayer sbanek w jabne (spinach pies), frozen jellab, frozen mint lemonade, lahme bi ajin (flatbread), shish tawook platter. We split all of this amongst four people and we were stuffed. Our bill was around $260 without tip so I think it was well worth it. If you enjoy Lebanese food, this is a MUST try!

I really liked this place too. I thought all of the ingredients were very fresh, and the lahvash…read morewas baked perfectly. I thought it was a tad expensive for a quick bite - $11.50 for a sandwich. But the sandwich was delicious and you could probably split it with someone. The space is small, but quaint and with a nice Mediterranean atmosphere.

Great food, atmosphere and service. Love the different varieties of humuus. Great for lunch or…read moredinner .

Have been here a few times now for both lunch and dinner (weekends and weekdays) and the food and…read moreservice is always great. I first went to Hummus Kitchen at their UES location, but this one is equally wonderful. The space is on the smaller side (a bit narrow) and they have indoor seating for around 20-25 people. I recommend making a reservation in advance. The servers are friendly, attentive and the food comes out fairly quickly. As the name implies, the hummus here is excellent as is the thick pita it comes with (they have regular and whole wheat). If you haven't been before, get "the hummus kitchen" as it has 4 different types of hummus you can try. The mazze are also tasty, my favorite would have to be the grape leaves, but the falafel, cauliflower and babaghanoush are also extremely delicious (you can order any 3 for $28 and it comes with pita). For entrees, I highly highly recommend the chicken shawarma tacos (2 per serving) followed by the open arais tacos (also 2 per serving) and the Mediterranean red chicken (in that order). If you don't go with the shawarma tacos or want less bread, then the shawarma platter is also a good choice. The chicken shawarma tacos here are simply incredible, they serve them in their warm fluffy pita, sliced in half, open and fill the inside with chicken, onions and whatever else makes is so ridiculously addictive. This thing is bursting with flavor, it has to be the best chicken shawarma I have had in NYC. The tacos also come with a small side of hummus and babaghanoush along with pickles and some tomato salad. The portions are what you would expect as are the prices. Really a delicious spot if you are in the area or want a great/quick meal before or after a show.

Great customer service -- we were quickly accommodated even with a toddler. The brioche is a…read moremust-try! The ambience of the place is warm and inviting, making it a great overall experience.

Came here for an early dinner and some drinks with friends and family. They did not disappoint! The…read moredrinks were pretty good, but the food was even better. Everyone loved the pesto halloumi, the hummus, and the special Buratta. The service was great! It was a small restaurant but very mighty.

This is an amazing Palestinian restaurant with great ambiance and relaxing decor. It feels like…read moreyou're in a different with all of the faux greenery and murals. We got the Mezze Filistini which is a mix platter of hummus, babaghanoush, muhammarah, tabbouleh, salata tahuna, and labneh. Truly delicious, highly recommend!

Truly a stunning Palestinian Restaurant on Atlantic avenue that has fresh, flavorful food, and is…read moreBYOB. On your table is zaatar and olive oil upon arriving. It feels like an indoor garden in the restaurant. Piping hot bread appears quickly. All the food is stellar, the portions are really big! The labneh was just absolutely amazing, the meat pie was too good to be true, and the lamb dishes are all fantastic! Don't walk away without halloumi though. Make this an afternoon, go for lunch, go to Sahadi's next door afterwards for some at home staples, and enjoy. Everyone is kind here, it's child friendly - it's a gem!

Shukette absolutely lived up to the hype. Every dish was packed with bold, fresh flavors, but the…read moreundeniable stars of the meal were the Frena bread and the Fish in a Cage. The Frena bread came out warm, pillowy, and infused with roasted garlic--it was so good that I could've eaten an entire loaf by myself. Pair it with the dips and you'll understand why everyone raves about it. The Fish in a Cage was equally incredible--perfectly grilled, flaky, flavorful, and beautifully presented. It was one of those dishes you keep talking about long after the meal is over. The service was also exceptional. The staff was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, making the entire dining experience feel effortless from start to finish. The atmosphere was lively and vibrant without feeling overwhelming, making it the perfect spot for a fun night out. If you're in Chelsea and looking for an unforgettable meal, Shukette is absolutely worth the reservation. I'll definitely be back!

Eating at Shukette always fills me with such joy knowing that each time I eat here the cuisine will…read moreenthrall. After making the reservation, I peruse the menu picking the daisy deciding what to eat. On this visit, Chef Ayesha was here and I had the good fortune to speak to her and shake her hand. What a charming lady! I feasted on Labneh topped with strawberries, pickled fennel and herbs. Frena mopped up each morsel. Shukette Cherries was new on the menu and had oomph with a tangy marinade of lime, cilantro and serrano chili. The Pea Party 4.0 of snap peas, asparagus, pea shoots and snow peas was a bright chlorophyll color and tasted refreshing. Egyptian spiced chicken wings were simply mouthwatering. Dipped into a ramekin of white harissa flecked with sumac, this sauce is divine. I had a non alcoholic summer drink that Joseph had recommended. At Shukette, the server will tell you if one has ordered too much which Vladimir did. It's easy to get full quickly which happened to me and I could only manage three wings. When Vladimir came to ask if I wanted dessert, I requested a wheelbarrow instead. He giggled. My desire is to eat at Shukette once a month and so far it has been a dream come true. Highly recommended.

We tried Motek in Boca Raton, Florida and honestly we were not impressed. A few months later, my…read morehusband and I were in the city and came across this location not realizing it was the same restaurant until I read the menu. Well let me tell you- NO COMPARISON THIS PLACE - This place blew the restaurant in Boca Raton out of the water! Atmosphere Customer service and attentiveness Food quality It was so good we went back again! If you love Mediterranean food - this is a "Must try". You will not be disappointed!

I've been so excited to come to Motek since they opened in NYC, and I was not disappointed. In…read morefact, I liked this location even more than the one in Miami. Of course, the vibe and decor is awesome, and this location actually felt huge inside with people much better looking than myself. But, the joke is on them, as I am the elite yelper and they are most likely not. I will say the upstairs is better than the downstairs, as the actual dining space is fine, but the rest of it feels like a basement. So as much as I love their schnitzel sandwich, there was one dish that became the star of the evening, and it's one of those dishes you tell people about. Their pastrami pita - it takes their incredible pita and pairs it with NYC pastrami..like are you kidding me? My only concern is that Motek has been expanding (aside from several locations in Miami) I think they are opening one at 57/6th and in Brooklyn, and a great place that expands too much has the potential to lose its magic. Hope that doesn't happen!