Florentin has quickly become a neighborhood favorite and one of our go-to spots. In the summer, the…read moreoutside opens up to a beautiful patio space on the corner (no sidewalk sheds, it's a real courtyard style outdoor dining setup) and in the winter, the interior is cozy and inviting. Food is excellent, the steak sandwich remains one of my guilty pleasures. Perfect thin cut McDonald's style fries and every single one is crispy. Have done breakfast, lunch and dinner and haven't missed yet. My wife's go-to is the schnitzel, sandwich or platter. It's also one of the few places that offers happy hour on weekends (4-6pm). It does get busy so find a reservation in advance unless you're willing to potentially wait, but either way it's worth a trip!

Will not be coming to this neighborhood restaurant anymore. Worst experience in food and service…read more We booked an outdoor table, and the host tried to sit us at an indoor one. I asked to be moved outside where we reserved and she acknowledged only after. There were 3 outside tables open outside. Our food came later than other tables when we ordered before them. They served me RAW burger patties in a SMASHBURGER. I eat my burger medium rare, so I'm used to pink, but their smash burger was completely raw. Gray edges because the raw meat oxidized and completely red and pink patties with a light sear on the outside. Not even a quarter of a cm of it was cooked. Imagine lightly seared thin skin and straight raw from there. It tasted like eating ground raw beef straight from the package, because it was. The smell and taste was disgusting im traumatized. My husband's salmon was also super dry. Server didn't even apologize and only ordered me a new burger after I asked for one. Save your time and money because there's plenty of other restaurants around that are better.

Had an amazing meal for my friend's birthday. So glad they extended restaurant week. I was going to…read moreget the soup but the waitress changed my mind to the corn cannelloni which was the highlight of my meal. The skewers were good but a tad rare for me. The rice pudding was not too sweet and the fruit on top was great.

another restaurant week adventure has concluded, this time, uptown…read more - the inside of the restaurant is cute, very well decorated with a little bit of Mediterranean hotel lobby feel. does that make any sense? we sat in the elevated back section amongst the other yapping groups - I started my meal with the arayes which was a banger of an entry. my dining companions who started with the hummus felt the same way about their start! the arayes was a crispy olive oil covered cracking pita filled with thick juicy lamb. the labneh pool was bountiful. - the gravlax did not get the same reaction, the portion was small and very much whatever - for my entree I got the hake (their online menu is not accurate with options) and it was delicious. the fish was so moist and split apart on each muscle line. the green beans sat in a light buttery sauce - the place fell short with dessert, the cheesecake was a labneh cheesecake which immediately interested me but it was very melty soft, the texture of a whipped cream and the flavor was minimal. the pecan crust was nutty and sweet like a good ice cream topping

18 years later the food is still amazing!!! We come here…read morealmost monthly. The Yessil salad, Menti, and stuffed cabbage are so good!

Bodrum is a fun place! We sat outside on a nice Saturday evening and it was lively but not too…read morecrowded. Engaged, kind, fast service. The food was good - some items were amazing and others were pretty good. I absolutely LOVED the babaghanoush and the Turkish flatbread was another fave. We also got the manti, which was great, and the sis kebab which was just fine in my opinion. Yummy unique drinks too! It's a great neighborhood spot.

It's my neighborhood restaurant I literally can't order something that's not delicious. Everything…read moreis delicious. I always start off with a spicy smoky margarita. Delicious! Definitely have to order the delish Taboon Bread. I'm crazy for the Chicken "Musakhan". The tuna crudo is divine. And the heirloom carrots fab. You can't go wrong here not to mention loooove the back garden on a warm night.

Started with the Hummus and Taboon Bread on the side. Bread was nothing special but it was good…read morebread. Same with the hummus although I thought the portion was sooo tiny for the price. Also got the Falafel which was the crunchiest falalfel Ive had like that was so good. Then the Greene Shakshuka for the main which was fine. I liked the flavor of the sauce was good but it was so liquidy you couldnt really get much of it on the solid ingredients, had to use bread to soak it. But the eggs and artichoke were really nice.

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.

Shalel is a beautiful space that really makes you feel transported out of the city. The interior is…read morewarm and inviting, and the whole experience feels a bit like an escape. Service was great, friendly and accommodating, even though we had a late reservation close to kitchen closing, which we really appreciated. The food was just as impressive, especially in both flavor and portion size. The baba ghanoush was delicious and tasted just like the ones I grew up eating. The mixed grill was a standout in terms of value, with tender, well-seasoned meats and a generous portion. The chicken tagine was equally satisfying, with moist chicken and vegetables that complemented everything nicely. We finished with the warm date tart, which was definitely on the sweeter side but perfect if you enjoy desserts like that. Overall, it's a great spot for flavorful food, large portions, and an amazing atmosphere.

Me and my friend just literally just walked by and the delicious smell stopped us. There is no…read moresigns just a menu outside by the entrance. We decided to try and OMG the first impression was absolutely amazing, I felt like I was in Morocco. The food we ordered were excellent and services were great. We not only dine we also met the locals who been dining there for years. I highly recommend this restaurant! I will be back very soon with more friends!

First time I'm giving a 5-star rating. I didn't have any negative critique about the staff, decor,…read moreseats & seating ambiance or quality & quantity of food ordered from the 2026 restaurant week summer menu ($45 dinner per person). Between my friend and i, we ordered the duck liver pate which is rich & hearty and crispy calamari was less crispy but airy for appetizers. For entrees, we ordered seafood risotto and short rib parmentier. The truffle jus around the parmentier was amazing, I needed more. For dessert, we both ordered the chocolate mousse minus the raspberry coulis. The chocolate mousse was just sweet enough & chocolatey enough - I could've to licked my plate. It was all scrumptious. Each item was cooked to perfection. After dessert, ordered a blackberry julep which was well made and refreshing. This cocktail put me in a good mood.

I've been going to restaurants from the Tour de France restaurant group for decades, starting with…read moreL'Express, where some of us from the old City Crab would go for late-night fare after a long shift. These restaurants have always been welcoming, casual, decently priced, serving classic French bistro or brasserie cuisine. Recently, my wife and I had reservations here for an early dinner after seeing an exhibit nearby, and the gorgeous weather invited us to sit outside. Service was professional. The well-made Lillet rouge Spritz and Hugo Spritz set up the usual high expectations. The arugula salad with citrus sections was absolutely fresh, and the dressing complemented the whole. We settled in for a typical solid meal. Which we were not to get. My bouillabaisse looked great, with plenty of shellfish, plump sections of fish, and a goodly amount of shrimp, with a fat crouton smeared with saffron aioli. My wife's Duck confit looked good as well, with roasted fingerling potatoes. Classic stuff. All good, until I started eating. The bouillabaisse desperately needed seasoning. I took the top off the salt shaker to pour out small piles of salt into my palm, to sprinkle around the bowl. Three then four times. My wife added a pinch more as well. And lots of pepper. The fish, not monkfish but softer cod, was well cooked, as were the mussels, clams, potatoes, and shrimp. No problems with that. But the broth lacked depth of flavor. Frankly, I was shocked. The Confit was better, but still needed salt. Only a small part of the skin kept any crispness, but that might be the style--this leg was coated in a brown sauce, which would make limp any skin crisped during reheating. My preferences, perhaps. My wife has gone here before and liked it. But this day, the main courses underwhelmed. This is the first of dozens of meals from the restaurants we have not enjoyed. Perhaps it was an off day? Or a prep cook forgot to add salt? At least the Petite Chablis I had by the carafe--1.5 glasses--was good, and the right amount. I wouldn't have gotten it if the waiter hadn't pointed that option out. I doff my hat at him.

5/5 Stars Oda House…read moreis such a hidden gem on the Upper East Side. I went during Restaurant Week and the $45 three course deal was a great value. I had the Oda House Special with salmon and mushrooms and the khinkali, both of which were excellent. Our waiter was great and even brought us a complimentary shot of chacha, which was a really nice touch. The restaurant has a cozy, intimate feel with a nice outdoor space, and it wasn't packed when we went. I'd definitely come back.

OUTSTANDING!!! We were greeted so warmly by the hostess…read more(Maya) that she made my heart flutter. Maya reminded me of a loving auntie that was happy you came to visit her and all she wanted to do was make you smile and serve you amazing food!! AND SHE SERVED US SOME REALLY AMAZING FOOD!!!!! This was our first time at a Georgian restaurant and it was KILLER!!! We ordered: *Borjomi which is a sparkling water that was slightly salty. It has an amazing fresh essence and reminded me of being at the edge of the sea and the fresh sea spray hitting you. It was perfect with the food! *Khinkali - I really LOVE dumplings and these were OUT OF THIS WORLD! The beef and pork blend was amazingly seasoned, tender and juicy, the broth inside the dumplings was warm and tasty. I even loved that they put some tips on the menu on how to eat them like a true Georgian and I took their advice and was in dumpling heaven! *Adjaruli - TRULY LOVED the tastiness of the this cheesy, eggy "bread bowl". When Maya brought this to our table she offered to stir it for us by blending the cheese and egg on top! WOOOOWWW!! There was literal toe curling happiness every time we ripped off a piece of the yummy warm bread and dipped it into the cheese and egg blend. So satisfying total comfort food!! *Lula Kebab - OH MY GODDDD TASTY! Litearlly the best lamb kebab I have EVER had. The lamb was tender, juicy and seasoned beautifully! The wrap it was in was soft, chewy and a perfect vessel to transport that yummy lamb into your mouth. We ordered this with the mashed potatoes and they were yummy as well!! Smooth, flavorful and just a buttery! :) If you have never had Georgian food...ODA HOUSE IS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO GO!! Trust me, your mouth, tummy and your heart will be happy!! :) ALSO....THANK YOU MAYA FOR BEING SUCH A LOVELY WOMAN and sharing your beautiful Georgian cuisine with us!! :)