We recently hosted an engagement celebration for a young couple near and dear to us at Qanoon, and while we weren't sure what to expect, we were absolutely thrilled with the experience. This small, intimate, and bustling Palestinian spot in Chelsea delivers in a big way. Yes, it is crowded, but that only adds to the vibrant, cozy atmosphere of this charming location. The food, however, is the real star--everything was excellent. We ordered a spread of appetizers to share: the Hummus, creamy Baba Ganoush, flavorful Muhammara, and the spicy Chili and Garlic Shrimp were standouts, along with the unique Cauliflower Fritters and Majaddara Croquette. For the main course, the Musakhan (sumac chicken) was succulent and aromatic, while the Makloubeh and rice were perfectly executed comfort food. We ended the night with Cheesecake and a rich Flourless Chocolate Cake, both of which were fantastic. While the service was a bit spotty and the staff seemed overwhelmed at times, the quality of the food and the warm, authentic atmosphere made it a night to remember. Verdict: Highly recommended for intimate gatherings. We will definitely return to Qanoon! read more

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Had dinner at Qanoon in Chelsea on a weekday evening, which is a Palestinian restaurant that opened in 2019. We arrived around 6pm, and the restaurant was fairly quiet. It is on the smaller side, with around 15 tables, creating a cozy atmosphere with warm wood finishes and natural design elements, and there's a television. I met a friend for dinner, and we shared several dishes. We started with the mocktail of the day, a frozen watermelon drink ($12), served in a pint glass and it was very refreshing and not too sweet (didn't taste like any sugar was added). For appetizers, we ordered the hummus ($12) and baba ganoush ($12), both served with pita. The hummus was good, with whole chickpeas mixed in for added texture, but the baba ganoush was very good. We also ordered a gluten-free option, a side of crudités ($7). Next, we tried the baked feta ($19), served with thin slices of peach. While the combination of flavors worked well, the portion was small for the price. For our main course, we shared the Kofa, Palestinian meatballs baked with cauliflower, onion, tomatoes, and tahini sauce ($38). The dish was enjoyable and very flavorful, and the tahini sauce well-complemented the meatballs well, but the portion size felt small given the price. The service was attentive throughout the meal. We had several questions about gluten-free options, and our server took the time to double-check each dish we asked about, which was appreciated. The pacing between courses was also well timed. Overall, I enjoyed the meal and appreciated the cozy atmosphere, attentive service, and thoughtful accommodation of dietary restrictions. The restaurant was quiet enough for easy conversation. While the food was well prepared and flavorful, the portions felt small considering the prices. read more

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Qanoon has a cozy and charming interior/vibe from the real fire place and gorgeous vines hanging from the ceiling. The food comes out quick and the servers are super attentive. The muhammara was incredible, one of the best dips I have had. The walnuts were so savory and it almost felt like eating meat. The lentil soup was also comforting and baba ganoush had a great texture. read more

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Had a little date night and my husband picked Qanoon, a local Palestinian spot. We planned to try the Restaurant Week menu but were short on time so we went straight for a few things we were craving. As soon as we walked in, we were seated right away and the service was excellent from the start. We ordered the muhammara, makloubeh, and fresh mint tea and honestly, everything was a 10/10. The muhammara was so fresh and perfectly blended with walnuts, olive oil, and roasted red peppers, served with warm pita. The makloubeh was beautifully spiced with tender meat, flavorful rice, and vegetables layered just right. We finished every single bite. We wrapped it up with fresh mint tea which hit the spot on a cold winter night. Also love supporting a place that stands by what matters. Can't recommend this place enough! read more

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1st of all I live 3 blocks away + have walked by this place for years. A friend was talking about Palestinian food + when I looked for restaurants in Manhattan Qanoon was the 1st one! We ordered delivery (came exactly when they said) We ordered: Dip Trifecta. All Delish!!!! Babaganoush/Hummus/Mumhammara rall exceptional! Fried Cauliflower Fritters - you'd think how good could they be? They were that good! Makloubeh cubed lamb w eggplant + other veggies served over a saffron rice - charred on the bottom (an Iranian friend says they also char (not really a char) of the rice. While def good - we thought the lamb was a bit dry. They sent us a container of their lebna floating in spices + a light olive oil! Their pita came piping hot. We will return. Must try more items soon!!! read more

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Qanoon is such a cute location, we had a lovely experience dining here. They had unique twists on traditional dishes. The mujadarra croquette intrigued me, it was very good. The fattoush was delicious as always. The kibbeh & shishbarak was also delicious. We basically ordered a bunch of apps and shared. The ambiance is beautiful, the seats have traditional Palestinian embroidery and there's a stunning mural on the wall. I am always happy to support my local Palestinian businesses, especially in these times. Our server was standard, nothing stellar but he got the job done! My only complaint about this restaurant are the portions. Everything was incredibly small! The kibbeh came with 2 kibbeh balls, meaning each kibbeh is about $7 (I believe the total was $14). We were a table of 3 and we ordered 3 appetizers and 1 entree, expecting this to be enough. We were unfortunately still hungry at the end of dinner, lol. Because of this alone, I would not come back unless I wasn't very hungry or just wanted apps and drinks. read more

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My experience at Qanoon was impeccable from start to finish. They accommodated our group of six with ease (we did make a reservation, but you may have been able to pull off a walk in- not super full when we went). Great for a large group to share dishes mezze style. Our waiter seemed to be holding down the fort for the whole FOH but still managed to be attentive and kind, and was joking with us all night. The food came out quickly and was all delicious. I was so impressed with the details- fresh hot pita, bottles of Palestinian olive oil on every table, and spicy sauces to accompany our food. Every dish was bursting with flavor! My favorites were the hummus, sumac chicken, kibbeh and grape leaves. I will absolutely be back. read more

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A cozy spot on the west side serving up Palestinian eats -- I'd recommend doing family-style and ordering a few dishes to share. The servers are attentive and they're pretty strict about closing time and last seating. The Muhammara and Knafeh here was absolutely delicious -- some of the standout dishes, I wish we'd ordered more dips! read more

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Never had Palestinian food before and was die ducted to try this place as it had been on my list for a long time. Overall good experience, I would say it's a bit elevated compared to what I was expecting but I really enjoyed the lamb and rice dish, the lamb was so tender and lightly rich and the rice was cooked super well and tender. They also had a seafood stuffed fritter that was delicious, but quite pricy. Check this place out if you're in the area! read more

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If I could suggest, do not go for the baked pie on the brunch menu. It is painfully tiny and even with a delightful side of marinated olives, I had plenty of room in my stomach for dessert. It is warm and salty, with a bit of a crisp, so if you're looking for a light bite, I would suggest it. Paired with a mint lemonade which was tangy and a bit sweet, a nice little aperitif (which really could have been advertised better). I was so upset by the portion, I wanted to give them another chance and ordered a knafeh for dessert. And it more than made up for my experience. It was crunchy, sweet, cheesy. The pomegranates and pistachios gave it a nice contrast of flavors and crunch. It even came with a carafe of syrup so you could control the sweetness yourself. Very much recommend that. The place is a bit understaffed so do expect a wait. But they were so kind and jovial despite that. Its well worth a visit a least for the knafeh. But please please please choose another entree. read more

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Amazing meal at Qanoon!! From start to finish, every course was so good. The portions are the perfect size, you won't leave hungry but you also won't have so much leftover you feel you wasted food. We had hummus, caufliower fritters, eggplant and fattoush. So yummy. For dessert, we had Knafeh which was amazing with the rose water syrup. Service was friendly and attentive. They have one bathroom available in the back of the restaurant. We had a reservation and I encourage one because it's a small restaurant and filled up quickly. read more

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TLDR: Cute spot near me so I wanted to like it, but I was really disappointed in the food, especially for the price point. I'd say value is 2/5, food is 3/5. FOOD: Everything was just okay or worse. I found it extremely underwhelming, especially for the price... my partner's take is "I could have gotten the same food at a halal street cart for a fraction of the price". We were thinking about ordering some spreads, but the server warned us that there are better things on the menu. Based on the server's recommendation, we ordered: - Palestinian Zara's bread with a side of cucumber and garlic labaneh ($20) - This was a special, but I wasn't a big fan, so much so that I gave part of my half to my partner - ShishBarak ($21) - Generally, it was fine, but didn't love it. It was a special and highly recommended by the server, but I was underwhelmed. The texture and flavor didn't quite seem right, but I liked the sauce. - Tabbouleh ($19) - I enjoyed it, I liked that it was light and lemony, but it was oddly sweet. My partner noted that it seemed like they poured lemonade on it. - Makloubeh ($36) - Both the reviews and the server suggested this one, but we found it to be pretty meh. SERVICE: Good, prompt, no complaints. Refilled our water when it was empty within 5 minutes. AMBIANCE: Nice! We came because it was a lovely summer evening and we wanted to sit outside. Inside is a bit dark, but seems nicely decorated and comfortable. Tables are small and a bit close together, but expected for Manhattan. OVERALL: I really wanted to like this spot being that I live in the area and it has outdoor seating, but I was so underwhelmed. Maybe it was an off night, but it definitely wasn't worth the $125+ bill so I will not be returning. read more

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This was my first visit to a Palestine Restaurant. They had a small, beautiful inside that was lighted with candles all around. For appetizers we had mujaddara croquette and the baba ganoush. We also got the fried kibbeh, musakhan, and knafeh. I really liked how delicious and creamy the baba ganoush was. I really liked the use of pomegranate in the dish. The mujaddara croquette was pretty crispy. I felt like it tasted pretty plain. They didn't put much heat into their dishes which was very disappointing. They offered some chili flakes but to me a sign of a good restaurant is when they can make changes to the original recipes based on people's taste preference. The fried kibbeh was super fried. It was basically ground beef with spices and a side of yogurt. I was expecting this to not be so plain as well but unfortunately it was. For entrees we got a musakhan. The flat bread was good. I did find it weird that the flat bread was under the chicken since it made the bread a bit soggy. We also really liked how the chicken was cooked. The chicken was mixed in with spices and a mixture of onions, pine nuts, and cilantro. Overall, I recommend the musakhan. It wasn't spicy as I would have liked but well cooked/prepared dish. For dessert, we got the knafeh. This was a great knafeh. I liked how it wasn't too sweet. They did give a syrup bottle to help if you wanted to make the knafeh sweeter. I really liked the pomegranate and pistachios on top of the dish. I also really liked how shredded phyllo was so crispy. The waiter was ok. He wasn't as friendly or helpful as I would have liked him to be (especially when it came to choosing spicer options). read more

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Delicious food with amazing Palestinian flavors. The baked feta was my favorite appetizer, it was a great salty and sweet combo. I asked for a spicy sauce on the side like harissa and this was insanely good as well especially in the makloubeh. read more

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Super delicious food and the staff is super sweet I had the branzino and meatballs ! Lovely atmosphere.

Qanoon is such a charming spot. The space is beautifully done and has a cozy, welcoming vibe. We went on a rainy Saturday for brunch, and it felt like the perfect place to huddle in and enjoy good food. We started with drinks. The watermelon juice was refreshing, and the Arabic coffee with cardamom was wonderfully aromatic. I only wish the coffee came in a larger portion, as it was quite small and I ended up ordering it twice. Next came the dips. The Muhammara, the eggplant dip with peppers and pomegranate molasses, was finger-licking good, and the Hummus was smooth and satisfying. For the main dishes, the Kalyet Bandorah (Egg plant Shakshuka)...it was satisfying and flavorful, though might have overdone it on the eggplant that day. The Mankoushe...flatbread with zaatar and topped with vegetables, was a highlight. The zaatar on warm bread was a total game changer. Service was decent and attentive, though nothing extraordinary. Overall, Qanoon is a super cute restaurant with delicious Middle Eastern flavors, perfect for a cozy brunch or casual night out. It I would definitely come back for the zaatar flatbread and the coffee alone. read more

flew in friday evening and immediately hit up this spot for dinner and drinks, not realizing it was restaurant week but going for it anyways! $60 was honestly a great deal for an appetizer, entree and dessert. i got the grape leaves, filet mignon and the tiramisu. my cousin got the seared cheese, lamb shank and rice pudding. flavor-wise, everything was phenomenal! the spices weren't overpowering, but very present. everything tasted like someone's mother made it especially for you. i got the palestinian white wine to pair with my meal and it was dry and tart, i'd definitely buy a bottle next time. the service was smooth, and we didn't wait much for food, and we were able to walk in on a friday evening and get seated immediately. OH and also the AC was booming... amazing. loved the vibes inside, great interior, it felt like i was in a restaurant in europe. great meal and experience! read more

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They had a room full of empty tables and one person at the bar, but wouldn't let me sit at the bar to order an appetizer while I waited 15 minutes for friends to arrive. Food is fine, but not worth dealing with the guy who handles seating. read more

On a sunny Friday afternoon, my friend and I visited here with a reservation, with no wait whatsoever. I was surprised there wasn't a line out the door for this homey and chic Palestinian restaurant. Inside, the lights were dim, providing an intimate atmosphere. Like many NYC establishments, the tables were close together to accommodate for more seating. We shared an appetizer and an entree- a bit on the pricier side but typical NYC prices. - Makloubeh: 5/5, fluffy flavorful rice, tender lamb and the yogurt cut through the richness of the meat nicely - Cauliflower Fritters: 4/5, nice and crispy, a bit on the oilier side but the yogurt dip on the side softened the heaviness of the dish Please pay a visit if you haven't had a chance to try this cuisine! Would recommend. thnx for reading, byeee read more

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"Qanoon" in Arabic actually means law, whereas "kanoon" refers to a barbecue grill, but I suppose Q is a sexier letter, hence the owners' choice here at this Palestinian restaurant in Chelsea. It is a good 3.5 star (rounded up) neighborhood option if you're in the area, but probably not a destination. For a light dinner, we shared the mujaddara fritters and the muhammara, and I also ordered a lentil soup. The muhammara was excellent, but the portion was tiny. The mujaddara fritters were beautifully presented, although I wouldn't have necessarily known from the flavor that they were related to one of my favorite rice dishes. read more

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Walked into a busy restaurant. Most seats were full but the waiter directed us to a table near the bar. Our table was small but we were able to move the clutter to the bar near us. The darkish atmosphere gave us a romantic vibe. We gave our orders shortly and served within 15-25 mins. The food was delicious. My favorite part was the baba ganoush. The eggplant was smoky and smooth. Would have preferred it to be spicy but their house sauce compensated for it. The read more

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The atmospere was warm and inviting with a comfortable evening garden feel. The service was crisp without being hurried. The food came well paced as we ordered a wide assortment of dishes- some were just really good, most were a perfect balance of flavors dancing in your mouth. There is a limited but extremely well though out wine list and the manager made a couple excellent recommendations to go with our meal. Yummalicious! read more

Christmas Day, few tables occupied, one wait person who was not particularly welcoming. Considering two main dishes and one dessert, I'd say skip it. I ordered lamb stew. It wasn't the bowl of tender lamb chunks with veggies that I expected but the Mid-Eastern version: a large pile of rice with embedded lamb and veggies, which would have been OK except for the hard, overdone lamb and the hard-to-find promised eggplant. My friend had some kind of gnocchi which were pretty tasteless. Dessert was "Palestinian cheesecake" which, as far as I could tell, consisted of a slice of mozzarella or similar type of cheese coated with seasoned breadcrumbs and fried or maybe baked, so that when you took a forkful you had to untangle the melted cheese that came along with it. read more

Came for dinner with 3 friends on Friday night and we had a great time. The restaurant isn't large, but it's very cozy and cute on the inside. We opted to do everything family style. We had an order of the hummus and babaganoush to start. Each one came with a tiny bowl of pita, so we added 2 more bowls of pita so each person can have their own bowl. The pita was fab - pillowy and warm. Both dips were very good. We also had the chili garlic shrimp and the fattoush. The fattoush was fantastic - so refreshing and honestly one of the best I've had. The shrimp was just OK. I probably wouldn't order it again and it didn't feel like it was worth the cost. For mains, we split the braised lamb shank and the roasted chicken. Skip the chicken and get 2 lamb shanks. You will not regret it. The lamb shank was the crowd favorite and I highly recommend it. For dessert, we had the kanafeh and an olive cake. Both were good, but the kanafeh was the favorite of the table. Drinks were kind of pricey and I didn't love that they don't have non-alcoholic options. Service was attentive and we were never rushed. read more

Two of us came for dinner and tried the hummus, babaganoush and muhammara for appetizers and the makloubeh and musakhan for entrees. All 3 dips were good (we got an extra order of bread, you'll need it), but the muhammara was the star for me. The makloubeh was tasty and the yogurt really tied the dish nicely together. My only (extremely minor) complaint was the lamb tasted a bit gamey, but I still really enjoyed the dish. The musakhan was good, but not my favorite. I expected it to come as a flatbread and it was just large pieces of chicken on the bone, over pieces of pita with a ton of onions and some tomatoes and nuts. The components did not really come together to form a cohesive dish. The onions were nicely seasoned, but there was way too much of them. The chicken was cooked nicely and tasted like a good roast chicken. The service was friendly and fast, but the meal did not feel rushed. The interior is nicely decorated, just a bit cramped. read more

Delicious food, like next level. I am very familiar with Mediterranean food and this was some of the best I've even had. The Makluba was out of the world. Staff super friendly and atmosphere super cute. Highly recommend! read more

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I wouldn't return. The food was mostly below average and the service was a 6 out of 10. The hummus was good. The lamb was very dry. The chicken was bland. read more

We came for restaurant week and everything was incredible: beautiful food, kind service, and a relaxed ambiance good for both a date night and a gathering of friends!!! It was my first time having Palestinian food and I cannot wait to go back. The food was delicious, colorful, and flavorful! The Macloubeh was my favorite. The rice soaked up all the flavors of the lamb and veggies! The Kufta was amazing as well! Get a complete bite with the tahini sauce and the cauliflower with the tender, savory meatballs! Delicious!! The hummus was surprisingly a standout - so fresh and full of flavor. Other standouts included the Musakhan and the croquettes! For dessert, we loved the Kafneh and the almond cake! read more

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This was my first culinary experience with traditional Palestinian food outside of my mama's kitchen. The interior is covered in art, tatreez, and the word of Falasteen. We shared the hummus, baba ghanoush, muhammara, and labneh. The pita bread was a bit spongey which is my only critique. The dips were delicious. The tabouleh is the best I've ever had - the lemon confit and pomegranate seeds are now required when I make it. I also tried the roasted eggplant with feta cheese, which is not traditionally made with mushrooms, but was an excellent addition. My friends shared the kofta, makloubeh, and musakhan and loved every bite. We ended with the knafeh and although I wasn't a fan of the khishneh, they use the perfect cheese and everyone else loved it. read more

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Excellent ambience, located in a quiet part of Chelsea on 9th Ave. almost the perfect date spot. Tried the hummus and baba ganoush dips, perfectly sized portions. Also got the fried cauliflower which was a nice addition. For desert absolutely get the pistachio tiramisu, SO decadent couldn't finish it. Also, they serve their mint tea in gigantic coffee mugs with actual mint leaves. Overall, pretty solid dining experience, great location, service and good, highly recommend. read more

The restaurant was cute and charming. We came here after visiting Little Island. The food here was super delicious! It is an excellent place to come with a group of friends as everything is shareable. We didn't know much about what to order, so we trusted our waiter completely, and he was spot on. We had the muhammara (For The Table) to start as we waited for our dishes to arrive. For the 4 of us, we shared mujaddara croquette, chili & garlic shrimp, and fried kibbeh as appetizers. We then shared makloubeh (lamb stew) and musakhan (chicken) as main courses. Wow!!! The makloubeh was so juicy and tender. The musakhan was really good too..but I was a bit too full by then to really enjoy it. And don't forget the dessert - knafeh. The best part about the whole experience - it was relatively inexpensive!!! read more

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Delicious Palestine cuisine I was checking out art galleries around Chelsea and decided to have a bite with a friend. We did not know the place, but like the atmosphere and the menu seemed peculiar. We ordered Fried Kibbeh, Makloubeh and Mujaddara Croquette. Everything was delicious. Also, the service was prompt and friendly. I'd recommended it and come back in the future. read more

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Excellent ambiance and lighting. Food came out fast and was absolutely delicious! Kind workers. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Absolutely best authentic Palestinian food we've ever had. I will definitely be back the next time I'm in New York! read more

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Qanoon is a New York gem. The food is deeply flavorful and beautifully presented -- especially the musakhan and knafeh, both standouts. It's cozy, unpretentious, and perfect for a relaxed dinner with friends or a date night. The service is impeccable. Authentic Palestinian cooking at its best. Highly recommend. read more

Pricy spot but very much enjoyable. Drinks: The Palestinian wines were actually pretty good, particularly the white if you are in the mood for a dry. The red was okay. But we'd recommend the white. Appetizers: Lots of great options here. We enjoyed the muhammara - it was slightly on the sweeter side given the pomegranate molasses, but that's admittedly par for the course when it comes to muhammara. The fresh green fava bean dish was actually more like a ground spread...which was not what we expected, but we liked it anyway (albeit somewhat small). There was also a garlic labneh dish and a warm okra appetizer (relatively sizable); both were great. Entrees: This place is known for the makloubeh - and for good reason. It's a unique set of flavors you don't stumble into often; even the rice was good. The baked branzino wasn't bad either. It was perhaps on the drier side, but that's actually welcome if you don't want your dish doused in butter. read more

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Meddierainean food with a unique touch from mixing different ingredients and spices different from other restaurants I've tried. Favourites were the cauliflower fritters, roasted eggplant, and kunefe. Their kunefe is the best I've tried in NYC (beat a Turkish restaurant where I last thought was the best) as the phyllo covering is perfectly slow cooked, not burnt at all. It matches well with the chewy cheese, topped with crushed pistachios and pomegranate seeds. Most importantly and unique from all kunefe I've tried is that they put the sugar syrup on the side so it can be made without sugar! read more

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COVID report: Qanoon had heated and covered outdoor seating as of early May. My boyfriend and I easily got a reservation on a weeknight. We shared the Baba ganoush, Cauliflower fritters and Makloubeh. Everything was delicious, and it was the perfect amount of food for two people. Would try the kofta next time! read more

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Qanoon is a fantastic Middle Eastern gem in Chelsea!! I stumbled upon this place after checking out an apartment nearby (I didn't realize I actually had this bookmarked) and decided to stop by for a late lunch. I sat at one of the tables outside and ordered the: - Labneh balls (5/5): Super fresh and tangy. These come with the fluffiest pita - I ended up asking for another bowl of it and was tempted to order a 3rd... - Musakhan (5/5): So good!! The chicken was tender and seasoned perfectly!! The pickled red onions were a great addition - they helped balance out the flavors of the dish. Service is wonderful - would highly recommend! read more

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Listen, I really wanted to like this place but I didn't. Food was subpar for the price (which was expensive). What really upset me was the service. We were rushed out even though we literally paid the bill and were going to leave after finishing the dessert anyway. We had a reservation for 645 pm and left at 755. The guy literally told us they are super busy even though no one was waiting to be seated. Finally, I'm gonna say this - as a Muslim going to a Muslim restaurant to break fast during Ramdan, I expect to see a plate of dates and water. This is common during Ramadan. Even the cheapest, smallest restaurant do this. This dude gave me 1 date on my plate and I had to ask for two more for my friends who weren't fasting but came to eat with me and partake in Ramadan celebration. That is embarrassing. Like dates don't cost much bruh. What a disappointment. Save the trip. Go to Ayat instead. read more

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