I was blown away by how good the food was! I am sure this restaurant will have a much longer line if it's in the village! The food was modern and delicious! We came in on Friday in the evening with outdoor dining. The outdoor area was nicely decorated. The Baba ghanoush was light and fresh. The pita bread was warm and fluffy! We had MUSAKHAN and KOFTA as our entrees. The chicken was very tender and flavorful. The meatballs were juicy! Fantastic !! read more

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Cute little place with good Arabic food...i.e., a menu that goes beyond just falafel and shawarma! Everything we had was great - The dips were fantastic - the muhammara, green fava, and labneh with mushrooms were my favorites (the dips are quite small, so you can order a few to share). The mahshi and musakhan were spot on too in terms of flavors. The service was very friendly. While the wine list is very limited, they have an interesting selection of largely Lebanese wines. All in all, a great neighborhood spot for dinner. read more

Amazing food! The tabbouleh was one of the best I have ever had, and I have lived for years in the Middle East, so I'm especially qualified to comment! Can't wait to come back and try the main entrees. read more

Qanoon - Tabbouleh - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

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Came here super early and I was the only one there. The service is good. I ordered Hummus and Makloubeh. Amazing flavors. Very aromatic. I would recommend Makloubeh if this is your first time. Can't wait to try the other dishes. This is definitely my go to Middle Eastern cuisine when I'm around Chelsea. read more

Qanoon - Inside - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

Neighborhood favorite that my boyfriend loves but I have never been to. Last night we decided to go. Although we arrived super late we were seated promptly and served quickly. The waitress was patient in explaining the dishes to me and the fire place was just a lovely cosy addition to our visit. Of course the food was absolutely delicious! We had the lamb meatballs 10/10, Okra 10/10, hummus 10/10, eggplant 10/10, muhammara 10/10 and finally the Knafeh was just great! They also have Palestinian beer . Will definitely return to this neighborhood gem! read more

Watch your credit card bill! I just ate here on Tuesday and the food was good but in general the staff was rude. However, what I really took exception to was having a tip added to my bill after I signed. My party split the bill and one person tipped for everyone. Unbelievable! read more

I would put this place in the top 3 dining experiences of the year -- really something special. The welcome felt warm and sincere. The setting is beautiful, but very comfortable and not too formal. I had seen through friends that they source a lot of the fresh ingredients locally, and dish after dish it was incredible flavor and presentation. Their hummus is clearly the real thing -- they make it from scratch and it's the perfect, authentic taste. Their bread is a hallmark, I think, and worth the indulgence. Maqlouba our small group shared and enjoyed. We never felt rushed, which was appreciated. Definitely don't want to miss the knafeh. Incredible place - can't wait to visit again. read more

Amazing food, great service and cool vibe. Had four appetizers- all of which were outstanding. The chili & garlic shrimp - spicy and fresh with a crispy crunchy topping - was a standout. Could have had several servings of these all by themselves. The cauliflower fritters had a savory breading and the florets were cooked yet still firm. First time having labneh which was thick and creamy and topped sautéed mushrooms. Heavenly! The hummus was smooth and the pita was the perfect balance of soft and not too thick or spongy. The watermelon martini was bright and fresh and complimented the flavors of the food. Will definitely be back. read more

Qanoon - Watermelon martini - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

Food was absolutely phenomenal, the flavors were so rich and amazing, and the people and environment was warm. I can't wait to visit again.

A friend had introduced me to knafeh a year ago when I visited his home, and I've been craving this heavenly cheesy dessert ever since. When I searched for it on yelp, Qanoon popped up and looked promising. I came on a mission to eat good knafeh and was not disappointed! Each bite was a blend of crunchy filo dough and gooey cheese, soaked in a sweet rose syrup. We also decided to try out the croquettes and makloubeh, which didn't live as much up to the hype. It was hard to distinguish the flavors in the croquette and the outside wasn't very crispy. I found both dishes to be lacking in flavor and small portioned for the price. The staff brought out complimentary hummus and bread, which I did appreciate. The service and ambience was overall really nice. The interior was well designed and the waiters were super friendly and attentive. Next time I'll probably skip the dinner and just come for knafeh and a cup of tea! read more

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My husband & I had a lovely dinner here on Thursday night. It was a lovely summer evening and we sat outside. Our waiter was prompt, professional, & personable. We ordered drinks which were fabulous along with 3 apps, 2 entrees, & 2 desserts. Everything came out perfect & delicious! I HIGHLY recommend a wonderful dining experience here! read more

Delicious, fresh food; great ambiance and wonderful service! We have come here several times with family, and everyone loves it!

Went for drinks and appetizers on a Saturday recently. It was kind of in between meal times so there wasn't anyone else in the restaurant. We ordered a watermelon margarita from the specials, and be warned- this is like campfire (very smoky) tequila in there. It wasn't my cup of tea so my friend took my cocktail and I ordered some Arak, which always tastes like licorice so we were fine there. For the apps we got Kibbeh and Baba ghanoush. The kibbeh was pretty good! Soft but well cooked with a bit of cumin flavor and plenty of ground beef and onions inside, which went nicely with the yogurt sauce. The baba ghanoush was pretty bland (too much tahini?) but overall decent, and the bread was very fresh and tasty. Seating here is available inside or at small tables on their fenced patio. It's worth a try if you've never had kibbeh. If I went back I'd skip drinks and try dinner instead, I'm sure makloubeh is worth it; I'll have to find out some other day. read more

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The food, and wine were delicious. Very dimly lit and intimate setting. Definitely recommend for smaller groups (1-6). The service was amazing with good recommendations all around. read more

I can't rant enough about this restaurant. First and foremost, the ambiance is 10/10. Absolutely beautiful, so romantic and the music is a perfect authentic touch. The service was stellar as well, its usually the same gentleman working the tables and his service is excellent. The place is very busy but he still manages to be very attentive and helpful. The food...guys. You haven't had food like this before. And I don't just mean Palestinian food, I mean the QUALITY of the ingredients might be the best I've seen in the US. We got the kofta, the chicken, the Muhammara, and the tabouleh and every single one of them are must try's. When you bite into the chicken, you'll see what I mean. PLEASE COME HERE. You definitely won't regret it. 5 Stars! read more

The food was amazing! Especially the lamb stew!!!! The cheese cake is worth the wait! read more

Qanoon - Bronzino and lamb stew - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

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We have a dinner at this restaurant last night - 8 people. Service - POOR. Yelling at us many times. Food - BAD Hidden charge - yes. they put tax on the top of 20% tips. Worst restaurant in NYC so far in my life. read more

Great restaurant! We came here for brunch, and the first thing I took note of is the relaxed environment. Very casual. The food is delicious and well prepared. We ordered the Baked Pie with Zataar and Eggs, very well done with the eggs a little runny. We also ordered the Gluten-free French toast which was also terrific, and made using a bread akin to monkey-brain. We also ordered coffee and hummus for an appetizer. This place definitely warrants a return visit. read more

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Avoid this place if you expect good service. This restaurant has the worst service I have experienced in a long time. I never write reviews, but this one merits a review. The prices are high end and over-priced for the food, but the service is low-end and very unfriendly. Staff Is obviously not trained in wine,food or customer service and couldn't care less. 1. Waiter tells me i can't have a taste of a wine before ordering it, because there is a description on the wine list. When I asked if it the white comes very chilled, he said he would bring me ice. Obviously has no idea about wine thinking that people put ice in their white wine. 2. We ordered the prix fixe restaurant week menu for $60, which is already overpriced, and barely a savings compared to a la carte. I had asked about possibly ordering an extra appetizer, and asked to see the a la carte menu. We ended up ordering only items from the prix fixe menu. When the bill came, they had charged us the a la carte prices, saying that we had told them we wanted these dishes a la carte. Completely wrong. 3. We asked to speak to the manager, who again, was ungracious and told us that the prix fixe portions of these same dishes were smaller, so they would have to charge us more. If you're going to serve smaller portions on a prix fixe, then make sure the customer knows that. They nickel and dime the customer, and argued with us when we complained. A good restaurant would have graciously apologized for the misunderstanding and left it at that. read more

Great find while riding our bikes on a Saturday. Beat expectations. Delicious salads and the chicken sumac sandwich was super good.

This place was recommend by a friend and let me tell you it did not disappoint. Came here with my boyfriend and we got the hummus and tabouleh to start. The tabbouleh was amazing! The best I've probably ever had. The hummus was ok nothing special. For entrees...I got the filet mignon and my boyfriend got the lamb shank. Both were very very good! The food was good and I would come back to try other things. The only thing I didn't like and took a star away for was the slow service. I wanted more pita but never got the chance to ask because our waiter didn't come around much and same with water. However, I do understand that restaurants are under staffed at this time and they were pretty busy. Anywayz I would come back. Great food and cute place. read more

Delicious food and great ambiance. Perfect for date night or just an intimate dinner with friends.

This was such a gem and a true taste of Palestinian cuisine. I came for dinner with my mom and from the moment we walked into the cozy Chelsea restaurant we were ready to immerse ourselves in a Mediterranean feast. Starting off with the kibbeh which were just how my dad made them, crispy on the outside with a flavorful mix of ground meat and pine nuts. The babaganoush and tabouli were also fresh and plated beautifully. For our main dish we had the makloubeh (or upside down) which had crispy eggplant and a creamy yogurt sauce. To top off the feast we shared one of my favorite desserts, the knaffe which is like a Palestinian cheesecake with a sugar syrup infused with cinnamon to pour on top. Qanoon not only celebrates Palestinian specialties but also the hospitality that the Mediterranean people have in their hearts. read more

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4.5 stars for the food and the potential for atmosphere but the last *two* times I have been here the service has been so rude that it's really hurt the evening. I won't be coming back for a very long time. It's the same server both times. I came with two different groups: once with a small group of friends and once with my sister, who was visiting town. We were a polite, well-behaved table both times, but the whole evening he made us feel like we were the biggest personal inconvenience to him and he wanted to make sure we knew it. Both times, he was ready to be rid of us the second we walked into the restaurant. We had just sat down and he was snapping at us for taking too long to order. He then brought out everyone's food but mine, never brought my food out, blamed it on me, and again told us we were taking too long. (I never got my food, btw). To be clear, there was no mad rush for tables. There were open tables the whole time both evenings. (P.S. the bussers have been very sweet both times! Just promote them to server!) read more

The atmosphere is casual but inviting, it looks like had open seating but for the winter is closed. The cocktail menu is very limited only one mezcal margarita as an option, wine list is limited as well though much larger then the cocktail menu. I went here for a girls night during restaurant week. For an appetizer I got the octopus that was on a bed of hummus. It was very yummy and probably one of my favorite items for the night! The hummus was smooth and flavorful and the octopus wasn't tough. For dinner I got the Kofta the meat balls weren't my favorite but not for lack of flavor more just person preference. I did enjoy the cauliflower that cam with it though. Service was a little slow but it also seemed like there was only one server for the whole restaurant and he as was acting as hostess so they had a lot on their plate! read more

Everything was truly amazing and delightful. I loveddddd the ambiance and decor, which beautifully paid homage to Palestinian tatreez artistry. The musakhan was absolutely top-tier, and the kunafa was sublime. Additionally, the maklooba was also so good. read more

What a cute dining experience in Chelsea! We made a reservation in advance for four people on Resy. Food/Drink: We decided to split a couple of dishes since we weren't that hungry. We tried the Hummus, Baba Ghannoush, Cauliflower Fritters, Fried Kibbeh, and the Kofta. The Hummus and Baba Ghannoush were exceptional! We couldn't stop eating it! Plus, every time we finished with the pita basket there was a new one right in front of us. They have definitely nailed the dips on the head. The Cauliflower Fritters were served with a yogurt sauce, which was definitely needed. They were a little bland, I wish they were seasoned a bit more. The Kibbeh had the same issue. Kibbeh is one of my favorite Palestinian dishes, but this one was a little dry and bland. Being half Arabic, I understand the difficulty in acquiring a perfect balance when it comes to Kibbeh. Maybe my expectations were too high? Lastly, we finished with the Kofta, which was pretty good, not as dry as the Kibbeh. The price tag on the Kofta was a bit hefty for what we received. Ambiance: The ambiance of this place is adorable. They have seating both inside and out. We decided to sit inside, which was decorated wonderfully. A very romantic spot, lots of candles and dim lighting. Little touches of Palestinian flair throughout. Service: The service was alright. We were super excited to try this spot out, but the waiter didn't meet our energy. The service was not BAD, just not exceptional as I expected. Our waiter was very simple, and quiet. He did check in on us regularly, which was appreciated. Overall: Overall, Qanoon is a cute spot to gather. I'm not sure if I would return. There was something missing from my experience, but I'm not quite sure what. If you're in the area looking for something romantic and tasty, I would urge you to try it out. I wish it was more memorable. read more

Qanoon - Menu - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

We were so excited to try this place however the server was extremely annoyed that we came in. They obviously had a big table coming in shortly but he said he could still seat us. When we asked questions about recommendations he seemed annoyed and short. Then we told him that we wanted appetizers and he walked off saying "waste of my time." I stopped him from placing the order and said, yiu don't need to place that order. We're leaving. We don't want to waste your time. read more

horrible service. We told the waiter we'd like to get some drinks, the waiter literally told us "I'll give you one hour, in and out." We should have left at the point, but I thought maybe it'd be ok.. He then crammed us next to two customers who were very loud, the kind who treats the entire space as their living room. Thundering laughters and sudden screams less than 2 feet away, it was impossible to have a conversation. We asked if we could move to one of the 3 empty tables, but the same waiter told us "They are all requested. It's Saturday night." By the time we asked for the check--about 30 minutes later--the empty tables were never used and were still empty. If they did not want us to be there to interfere with their dinner crowd, they should have just said they were fully booked. The thing is, after we left, we went elsewhere for food. read more

We ate outside in their beautiful garden like seating area. The baked feta appetizer was so amazing! The sumac chicken was outstanding. Great wine selection. Also loved the music. Great night! read more

Qanoon - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

We always love the food, and service is equally as good. We are glad to have Qanoon in our neighborhood.

Delicious! Super authentic, great quality, attentive servers. All around excellent! Get the makloubeh, musakhan, baba ganoush, labneh balls. For dessert the kanafeh! read more

Qanoon - Kanafeh - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

The food was very good - creative (though the tabouli was a bit on the sweet side). The atmosphere is nice, cozy and warm. My beef is with the waiter. We came in with no reservations at about 6:00-ish and were seated at a table for 2. Ordered wine and multiple appetizers. About 6:45 the waiter/host said he has people coming at 8 and we'd need to be done. We had no problem with that. The food came out one at a time which was perfect for us. We asked for bread and got some attitude but it came at a reasonable $1.50 extra. About 7:15 they started sweeping things off our table without asking if we were finished. Water was never refilled, never asked if we wanted another glass of wine. Then about 7:30 the waiter/host said we'd have to leave and turned the light off at our table. Seriously? My friend told him he was being rude and he turned the light back on. We were pretty much wrapping it up anyway but the reservation wasn't until 8 and so many open tables were empty at the restaurant. Too bad. It was a nice spot. read more

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Amazing!!! My taste buds were soooo happy with each bite. It was absolutely delicious. My new favorite place to go. Qanoon is a brand new restaurant so they do not have their liquor license yet, but you won't care because the food is that good. The service is awesome. They took really good care of us. The waiter made great suggestions and was very helpful. The restaurant can accept large parties but it's small. The sage tea was served in the cutest pot and tea cup. The four was fresh. We had the Baba Ganoush, Lanej balls, kale salad, fresh green fava, and the Mujjaddara Croquettes. I almost forgot the rice pudding for desert. We shared between 3 people, and I was totally stuffed and happy. TheY have plenty to offer for vegetarians as well as meat eaters. Everyone can eat and be satisfied. It's a must go to. Be ready to make your tummy's sing. read more

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The best Palestinian food in NYC! Definitely recommend, great vibes, service and delicious food!

Delicious! Love at first bite. I usually go to Ilili for Mediterranean, but Qanoon is on an even higher level. I started with the Chili and Garlic Shrimp, a kind of ceviche but with avocado and a crunchy topping. Yum! The star of the show was the Makloubeh! Oh, that's what yogurt sauce is supposed to taste like! Wow, it added the perfect tangy touch to the delicious rice and tender lamb cubes. I would definitely order that again! I finished it all off with a special labneh ice cream. Sweet, yogurty-creamy goodness, a must! I will return, next time with a date. Thank you, Qanoon! read more

Qanoon - Friday night - Middle Eastern Near Me - New York, New York

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I was so excited when I heard about this place since it's the first Palestinian restaurant opening in Manhattan. My friends and I walked in during their opening night and we had several dishes to try. The quintessential Palestinian dishes; Makloubeh, Mjaddara and and some appetizers. We were pleased with everything. Coming back for sure! read more

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Wow oh wow, this place is great (and it has knafeh!!! More on that later). We found it via the Yelp app after showing up somewhere else nearby only to find out that other place has an hour and 40 minute wait (on a Wednesday night, around 6:30). Qanoon did not have any wait and we had AMAZING service and food. For the table, we got the hummus which only comes with a very small amount of pita (not enough for 3 people). It was delicious. The blood orange mezcal margaritas were VERY VERY strong, so if that's your thing: you'll be happy! My friends got the cauliflower fritters, chili and garlic shrimp and squid and were very happy: between the two of them that added up to a meal. I got the musakhan which is a LOT of chicken on a pita with literally more red onions than I've ever been served in one sitting...ever. LOL! That white meat chicken was probably the juiciest white meat chicken I've ever had. And finally...YOU MUST GET THE KNAFEH for dessert! I had that dish once in the middle east and have never forgotten it. Basically, a fried cheese, topped with filo crumbles, pomegranate seeds, pistachios and soaked in syrup. Holy crap, I've never had anything like it before and I encourage you to put this dish in your repertoire. read more

Outstanding food and a great addition to the neighborhood!!! We've been dying to try this place and it did not disappoint! We went for dinner tonight and literally every dish was not just good, but exceptional. The fava bean spread and hummus were amazing. The chicken was fantastic and and stuffed grape leaves were so wonderfully different than any others I've had. We tried the cheesecake for dessert and it was, again, a totally different dessert than I've ever had - my mouth is still watering just thinking about this. Overall it really is an outstanding restaurant - it's delicious, different, and exciting! Kudos to the owner and the team!! read more

Disappointing brunch experience. Went with a large group for brunch, and got the chefs selection. Bad decision on our end because all we ended up being served was a bunch of appetizers, there wasn't even tea. The brunch was not filling nor special. The only special thing was the big price tag! We brought this up to the waiter. But I guess we should have asked about every little boring detail of this chef selection. I would NOT recommend this business. There are better middle eastern places around, and chefs with better selections. read more