The food was great! I visited here a couple of weeks ago while on a work trip. I needed something quick and reasonably priced. I found Omar's here on Yelp and I took a walk from my hotel to get some takeout. They have a nice counter up front where you can order off the menu or pick items ala carte. I picked lamb platter and it was delicious. The meat and the vegetables were seasoned nicely. They offer in restaurant dining which looks nice. read more

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Tried to come here on Sunday and it was closed... they close on Sunday according to the store. I just quickly got a lentil soup and it's super tasty I've never had.... I'm not joking. I'll be back again to get other Lebanese food. Card Payne will be 3% charges and I was also told that Dine in an out are different prices. soups are only one size. read more

Omar's Mediterranean East Midtown - Lebanese lentil soup is favorite spring 2026 - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

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Base my reviews off what you pay: *This place has dine-in as well as deli style serving. Went for early dinner and place was empty. Price - $25 (single platter) Food - 4/5 - good food, great portions. Service - 3/5 - did the job. Overall - 3/5 - good spot for Mediterranean food. Food was clean, tasted great and you got your money's worth. People inside were nice and did their jobs. Place was clean on the inside too but did not dine-in. Good spot for lunch. Best Dish - Triple Platter read more

Solid choice for a Mediterranean meal. Ordered from DoorDash (note there is a $markup using that platform) for pickup so my meal (lamb adana) was on the pricier side. Generally speaking all the components were prepared and seasoned well and its a decent meal to share. It did however got a bit too cold when I brought it home due to its thin plastic packaging. Best to eat asap. read more

Omar's Mediterranean East Midtown - Lamb adana w/ cucumber yogurt, mediterranean rice - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

Went full gladiator mode at Omar Mediterranean Cuisine (154 E 55th St). Ordered the Lamb Kafta Kabobs like a grown man with responsibilities. Two grilled, seasoned patties that looked like they bench press on weekends. Fresh garden salad to keep it "balanced" (tomatoes, red onions, shredded lettuce -- because we respect vegetables... sometimes). Seasoned roasted potato wedges with herbs? Elite. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside -- the kind of potatoes that make you question every fry you've ever had. Vegetable stew with eggplant and tomatoes came in strong too. Rich, hearty, no nonsense. Then I finished it off with baklava that basically whispered, "You earned this, king." Perfectly sweet, flaky, dangerous. Portions are generous, prices are solid, atmosphere is cozy and inviting, and the service? Friendly and efficient -- they move like a championship team. And let's talk about that homemade tzatziki and homemade hot sauce... absolutely lethal combo. Cool, creamy, then BOOM -- flavor uppercut. Midtown Manhattan, but make it Mediterranean warrior fuel. #foodieinthebigapple2025 #nyceats #mediterraneanfood #midtownnyc #lambkafta #baklava #mensfood #nycrestaurants read more

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I usually go to the other midtown east location on 41st but today I was shopping in the area and went to this location. The food was so different and it's very disappointing. The side salad were a few sad leaves with no dressing, the other location offers a mix of green leaves, tomato, onion with dressing. The amount of meat was also less, and the chicken was very dry. The service was very good and attentive though, but I'm pretty sure I won't come to this location again. read more

Omar's Mediterranean East Midtown - Chicken Kabob "Platter" - small amount of dry chicken, and "salad" was only a few leaves. - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

Fresh, Flavorful, and Totally Satisfying - a Mediterranean Gem This place is everything you want in a Mediterranean spot: fresh ingredients, bold flavors, generous portions, and a menu that hits all the right notes. From the perfectly seasoned shawarma and juicy grilled kebabs to the creamy, rich hummus and crispy falafel, everything tastes like it was made with care and tradition. They also do a great job with variety. Whether you're vegetarian, craving meat, or just want a little bit of everything, there's something here for you. The platters are especially great if you want to mix and match. Bonus points for the friendly staff and quick service. Whether you're dining in, grabbing takeout, or ordering ahead, it's always smooth and efficient. If you're looking for Mediterranean food that actually delivers on flavor (and doesn't feel like a bland, watered-down version of the real thing), this is your spot. Highly recommend! read more

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Great food but menu is a little limited. Staff is very warm and kind. Hummus and babaganoush are very tasty sides with the rest of the meal. Delicious French fries too! read more

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Great food and always fast service. One of my go to lunch spots! Always busy during the lunch rush

Not much to look at from the outside, but once you are seated and away from the buffet service, then everything begins to fall into place. We ordered their signature Mediterranean dish with a selection of meats, Turkish eggplant, and baba ganoush. They are well worth a visit. And I would say a solid recommendation read more

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I love getting takeout from this store. The portions are huge, the service is fast and if you come during a work lunch, expect a line. The only thing I will say is that I do think the price is a little steep however, the portions are huge. read more

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I had their special Veggie Combo: Falafel, Hummus & Baba Ganoush, served with Tahini & Pita Bread. It was delicious. Very big portion, I would go back. read more

Ordered lunch for pickup and it was super quick. The portions are incredible. So much food! The standouts were the garlicky white sauce over the chicken shawarma (I want to buy a jar) and the turkish eggplant! The falafel was very good, crunchy outside with a nice fluffy inside. The hummus was a great texture. The pita was very thick which I hadn't had it that way before but again, super generous amount of it. They give you so many extra sauces on the side too! Would definitely order here again! read more

Omar's Mediterranean East Midtown - Chicken shawarma platter - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

So much flavor in every bite and the service was impeccable. The food was fresh and tasted delicious! What really impressed my friends and I the most was the level of service. Isidro, who goes by, "Chile." Made us feel like we were having a family dinner at home. So much warmth, attention to detail, and went far and beyond to make our party feel welcomed! I can't recommend enough! read more

Omar's Mediterranean East Midtown - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

Ambiance (4/5): The back dining area is well lit and quiet! There's plenty of seating and was pretty busy on a weekend lunch hour. Service (2/5): The front part of the restaurant is a fast plate ordering to go. There was about 3 staff members working both stations so it was difficult to get service in the back dining area. Omar Signiture Dish (5/5): Everything on the platter was delicious! The lamb kabob was my favorite and the chicken was incredibly juicy. The protein is seasoned wonderfully with pronounced spices. The seasoned rice complemented well w the meats. The portion was enough for 1.5 persons. The table has bottles of yogurt sauce and hot sauce. Both were delicious complements to the dish but the flavors didn't need it! Sharing plates incurs an extra $5 fee. Groups with 5 or more has an included 20% tip. read more

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Very solid all around. Stopped indoor a late lunch and had a great meal. Chicken shawarma lunch plate with Greek salad and rice. Service was polite and prompt, and ambiance was very relaxed. Icing on the cake was a complimentary piece of baklava at the end of my meal. All were delicious. The tahini, garlic sauce and even the hot sauce were very flavorful. Not the traditional dark red hot sauce of typical Mediterranean fare but a more creamy yet spicy and flavorful blend. read more

Omar's Mediterranean East Midtown - Chicken Shawarma - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

OMG amazing food well done and rice was delicious spices was so tasty, chicken and kufts were well done amount is great compared to price and Variety Highly recommended i wish I had a photo the only photo I have is an empty plate I couldn't wait from the good smell Nice and friendly service from Mo the waiter in 55 st branch read more

Whenever I go to NY, Omar's is always a must. I make an effort to ensure I have one meal there, usually lunch. I get the mixed meat combo and sub out the Kafte for the spicy lamb my last time and I will be doing this every time! It sooo flavorful and delicious. Basically this is a spot that you can never go wrong with. read more

Got the chicken pita. Sauces are off the charts. Meat is delicious. Pita so simple and delicious.

Food - soooo good. Anytime I have had Omar's it is top notch. Long wait sometimes but worth it.

I stopped by Omar's after a doctor's appointment nearby. It was lunchtime, so there was a bit of a line--it's clearly a popular spot during the rush. I ordered the lamb for myself and chicken for my coworker, both with sides. The food was okay--not amazing, but not bad either. It's the kind of place where you can put together a decent meal, especially if you're on a diet or trying to eat clean. There are definitely healthy options if that's what you're looking for. They do have seating, which is a plus if you want to dine in, and the prices seemed average for a fast-casual lunch spot. Overall, it's convenient and gets the job done if you're in the area and need something quick. read more

I met a friend for lunch and the meal was absolutely delicious. Everything was fresh and seasoned to perfection. I will be back!

I came here on a weekend for dinner. The food was excellent and the portions sizes were fair for the prices. The interior space is large and clean, although I think more people were doing takeout. The reason this is 4 stars instead of 5 is the service was fairly slow. read more

So good, can get busy around lunch so there's that. I love the Turkish eggplant side. Usually order a chicken shawarma platter. It's around $20 but enough for two meals I've found so it's worth it to me! read more

Best lamb pita I've tried in the city. Tasted fresh, great sauce and yummy dessert that came with it

Change in waiters makes a huge difference in changing my previous rating to 5 stars. Nice experience this time around. Food always very tasty but the waitress that waited on us this time was top notch. Excellent service all around. read more

Yum! Love the fresh flavors! Depending on who serves your to-go, your portions will vary. We got a guy who wasn't so generous, but still decent portion. Chicken Shawarma was on the saltier side. The pita helped balance that out a bit, but still salty. read more

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I ordered takeout from here because I work close by, so while I can't comment about service or ambience, I can assure you that the food is great! I got the chicken shawarma platter, which came with a solid amount of flavourful chicken and a choice of some sides. I opted for the Baba Ghanoush and Tabouli. Both were great, but I particularly enjoyed the Baba Gnanoush which was smokey but not overpoweringly so. The pita is also amazing - it's thick and fluffy, just the perfect complement to everything else in the meal. I'd definitely order an extra portion of this next time. Overall, this is definitely going to become one of my go-to post-work takeout spots in Midtown! I'd definitely say it's worth a try, especially for the portion sizes you get for the price. read more

This place deserves more recognition. Well-prepared dishes from an inventive menu. The employees maintained consistent quality without fail. I appreciated the food quality and the fun setting. This restaurant has special attributes. read more

My dining dollars go to Omar's Mediterranean East Midtown more than anywhere else. This place holds my continued interest. Their employees were approachable, accommodating, and informative. It costs more than expected, but timing helps save money. Enjoy every moment! read more

Some of the best Mediterranean food I've ever eaten! We stumbled upon this place as a way to get out of the rain and it turned out to be amazing! The employees are so fine and the food was fantastic and fresh. I dream about this place on a weekly basis! I'd come back to New York just for this! The seating is very limited but they make it work. read more

I ordered Soup of the Day it was chicken soup There were real pieces of chicken and noodles, but it was bit over salted . Second dish was Chicken Shawarma Quality of the chicken itself is good. Tomato in the shawarma was unrip. Place is overpriced. The atm terminal was not working. read more

Omar's Mediterranean East Midtown - Soup of the Day Chicken Shawarma - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

We've passed this place s many times but had a good Turkish restaurant right around the corner - now closed permanently . So we decided to try Omar's (good Yelp reviews) on our way home from Macy's Flower Show. Ordered online ahead of time to be picked up. Walked in and they said it'll be ready in a few minutes, and kindly invited us to take a seat. Place was empty (5pm), so we sat at a table; seems to be more of a takeout place than restaurant, but there are several tables as you walk toward the back, passing the takeout part that's what you see from the street. Anyway, SO worth waiting for, because they cooked our chicken (kabobs for him, Adana for me) right there and then! Can't get takeout any fresher than that! We both had chosen the same sides (you get 2 when you order a platter), chickpeas and spinach in tomato sauce, and Turkish eggplant (like a good caponata). The hot chickpeas and the cold eggplant salad kinda ran into each other a bit as we carried the whole thing home, but it was still very good. Each platter came with a fluffy, warm pita and a container of hot sauce (right up my alley!( and one with tahini sauce (yum, also a favorite). They sell baklava by the piece (& what's a meal "out" without dessert?!) so we each had ordered 1 piece. Found 4 instead of 2 in the bag, a sweet surprise! Got home to a nice hot meal, and we ate the salad I'd prepped before we went out after the hot food. I had 2 good sized chicken adana patties, so I heroically (hard to not gobble them both up, soo good!) saved 1 and thoroughly enjoyed it for lunch today! They apparently have 3 locations in the City, so check it out! We'll definitely come here again and maybe even eat indoors if we get a lull between covid variants. read more

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This place produces food that rises above mere sustenance. You taste the difference in every dish. Their dishes and service standards were consistently good. The kitchen performed well as did the servers. Give this establishment a go. read more

We've been regulars since Omar first opened, and now he has five locations across Manhattan. The food has always been excellent, and his team feels like family -- they serve every dish with genuine care. Today, we enjoyed a feast: platters of shawarma, chicken kabobs, lamb Adana, and falafel, all served with hummus, baba ghanoush, Greek salad, tabouli, and a chickpea and we added the spinach and chickpeas stew. We added the excellent sauces of tahini, garlic mayo, and spicy sauce. We finished it off with a piece of baklava. What a meal -- truly the best simple, delicious food in town. read more

The cost matches the quality in the best possible way. The staff outperformed what we imagined. Their different plates all satisfy me. The decoration showed thought. I'm excited to come back soon. read more

Their chef turns simple ingredients into memorable meals. Delicious options with professional service in a great setting. Their attention to service stands out. Omar's Mediterranean East Midtown has changed my standards forever! Next time I'm in town, this place is on my agenda. read more

Best schwarma I've ever had. Period. Everything from the sauces to the chicken was just perfect. Everyone in there is just so nice. The complimentary little piece of baklava they give you is a nice touch. read more

A co-worker recommended this place after I said I liked Trader's Joe falafels. I have been back for lunch 3 times. The falafel platter and falafel pita sandwiches are delicious. The humus and tahini sauce full of flavor. I would give a 5 rating if I ever had the opportunity to sit down and dine. There's always a line down the block. Very popular place. The staff is friendly and polite. The prices are reasonable for midtown. Great place! read more

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This is our first time trying Omar's, so of course was a bit "nervous" about it, but no need!! The food was really great! I had the lamb Adana on pita, and oh wow, it didn't disappoint at all! The combination of the meat, with the lettuce, tomatoes and the sauce, was just "finger licking good," definitely will try it again! We order online, so didn't truly interact with the employees, but a lady came to my rescue when I wasn't sure which one was my order lol. Must say, the order was ready way before I came to pick it up. When I arrived to pick my food got a scare, I mean, the line was outside the place, and we large parties! So that got me "scared" for a minute It has seating place, and looked nice and clean Enjoy coming to Omar's, hope you have as great as an experience as I did! read more