Absolutely love this place and the cafe cozy vibes. I stumbled upon it while working real estate in…read morethe area. I love Arabian and Mediterranean cuisines so I was enticed to try. I got the chicken shawarma platter, hummus, and babaganoush. All were fresh and tasty. Chickens tender and cooked well. The fruit drinks were a hit also. I'll definitely be back and recommend for a good lunch or dinner when in the area. Coffees and sweet treats available too.

Cool little coffee shop and restaurant. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fresh and tasty food…read moreand friendly service. This time I tried the Flatbread which was very good.

Delicious food, warm service, and did I mention delicious food? Met a friend here for drinks and…read morelunch and was so appreciative that we were able to linger and chat for a while.

I've been back here a few times since my review in June 2024. The service and the food has…read moredeclined over time since then. This time I had the mushroom and onion hummus, which was a little watery and only came with one small piece of pita for a large bowl. I also got the fries, which are still actually pretty good. The reason for the steep downgrade aside from the dwindling food quality and the so-so drinks, is the service this time was just ATROCIOUS. Bushwick service has gotten kinda cruddy overall these days because so many places have this transplant hipster vibe where they just can't be bothered, but this guy acted annoyed and put out to even be there. It was not great last time, but this time was astonishingly bad. He took my order and as soon as my food came out, he disappeared behind a screen and didn't come back out unless someone came in the door (which was only a couple times). Never checked on me. Never asked if I wanted another drink (my mint julep was awful, so moot point I guess). I had to wait for him to emerge when a to go order came in for me to flag him down for the check. Probably the last time I come back here.

I got the muhammara with pita and it was delicious. It was $9 and very filling. I would recommend…read moreopening the pita and splitting each slide in half to have enough pita for the majority of the dip. The AC is pretty strong, in a good way. There's about 2 large tables that can fit about 6 ppl on each side. I heard the falafel is delicious especially for $12. I would definitely come back and try their other salads and sandwiches.

Food was pretty yummy. We got the tabbouleh falafel bowl, the chicken pita, and the falafel pita…read more The hummus was excellent and the bread was fresh.

My sister and I want to go out for late night cocktails, and she was excited to take me to this…read moreLatin-owned spot with some fire mezcal drinks. Unfortunately, because of a slow night, they didn't have their full bar setup, and we're only serving beer and wine. So, I put my Yelp expert hat on and looked up nearby places with mezcal cocktails, and discovered this place. The food and drink menus for this place immediately reminded me of La Shukran and similar restaurants in DC, and I couldn't help but wonder if they were under the same umbrella. Turns out they aren't. They had a fantastic hip hop playlist going for their last hour of the night. Dozens of records were on display on shelves, and the staff were really cool behind the bar. I had the Lavashak sour and the Turkish Delight cocktails... Both had really unique flavors and less common elements like apricot, saffron, pomegranate, pistachio... And my sisters drinks were great too! The food looked delicious, although neither of us were hungry. I would be eager to return and give everything a try. The vibes were nothing short of immaculate!

Met up with some friends here. It has a very clean and comfortable atmosphere. Chill music of all…read moregenres plays unobtrusively on vinyl records. Soft lighting shows off the stylish bar and furnishings. An attentive and eclectic staff greeted me warmly when I arrived. I was the first to arrive and enjoyed a glass of chenin blanc at the bar. I changed to the Swick, their skin contact orange wine and stayed with that for the duration. It was a fun, surprising wine that augmented my meal. We shared the dip sampler of hummus, muhammara and labne which comes with their superlative Turkish Pide. We all ordered and enjoyed the Ali Nazik Kebap, broiled minced lamb on a searing hot metal skewer that be warned because they didn't say a word about it to us! We also ordered the lamb meshweh which features braised lamb shoulder with sumac onions and pickled slaw on a pita. It was hearty and well seasoned and nothing remained by the end. We were having such a good time I forgot to keep taking pictures! Two orders of the dip sampler, three orders of the lamb entrees and two rounds of drinks came to about $100 a person. Despite slightly scorching our hands we had a great experience. Would cheerfully return!

Wonderful food and service! Family vibes! Very healthy and cozy food. Reminder it's cash only! But…read morethey have ATM in store.

I came across this place by accident while being hungry and walking around the neighborhood, turns…read moreout it was a delightful coincidence. Apparently the place allegedly won bunch of Yelp recognition for 5 years. Service: The guy was truly a gem, you will probably never find a similar person with such Charisma, patience and vibe around BK. He is the type of people that will become your best friend once you become a regular. They Also take Venmo in case you dont have your Wallet with you. Food: I had the Chicken Shawarma Sandwich alongside some truly hand made fries, seasoned and fried on the spot. The Sandwich was also very filling with a mix of hummus, tomato and lettuce and spice. It is certain that having a mix of flavors in every bite is something certain. I will definitely be coming back to this place when Im in the neighborhood.

wonderful service! great felafels and refreshing lemonade. great serving sizes and platters.read more

Semkeh is one of the best hidden gems in Brooklyn for authentic Lebanese and Mediterranean food…read more Every dish is fresh, flavorful, and made with high-quality ingredients. The mixed grill is perfectly cooked, the chicken shawarma is juicy and delicious, and the falafel is crispy on the outside and soft inside. Their hummus, baba ghanoush, and fresh pita are excellent, and the mint lemonade is a must-try. The staff is welcoming, the restaurant is clean, and the service is always friendly and attentive. Whether you're dining in, ordering takeout, or catering an event, Semkeh consistently delivers amazing food and generous portions. Highly recommended for anyone looking for authentic Middle Eastern cuisine in Brooklyn. I'll definitely be coming back!

On a rare occasion, I found myself in the Williamsburg area of Brooklyn, experiencing the bustling…read morefoot traffic on Bedford Ave. We were in the mood for Middle Eastern bowls, despite the many other choices nearby. The restaurant was clean, ordering was fast, the price was affordable, and there was plenty of seating. Sold! We ordered a Chicken Kebab Bowl with "everything": tomatoes, romaine, cucumbers, pickled turnips, jalapeños, sumac onions, cabbage slaw, Lebanese pickles, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese, topped with lemon tahini sauce over rice. The order also came with a small pita (in sealed plastic). It is essentially a Middle Eastern version of Chipotle. I was happy with the freshness (except the pita) and quality. The only unfortunate part was that the olives were overpowering; I would leave those out in the future. Overall, it's a solid spot for a quick meal, even if it's "nothing to write home about." 3.5 stars. Fun Fact. I didn't realize this is actually a chain until I searched Yelp to find the right one to review. They have 30 locations, all corporate run!

Right after a grocery trip to Whole Foods, I got hungry & decided to try this Naya location out for…read moredinner (almost right across the street) The interior is clean & the art is very aesthetically pleasing. Plenty of spaces to indoor dine. All the ingredients were fresh & the staff were super welcoming. Will definitely be coming back more frequently when I'm in the BK area.

Wow. Simply fantastic food. Small boxey space that sells itself exclusively on the quality of the…read morefood it serves. Order * Semolina pita (5/5) -- paired very well with the hummus and labneh; rye pita (5/5) * Excellent hummus (5/5) + labneh (5/5) -- wow. One of the best labneh I've had in New York. * risotto (4/5) * Delicata squash (4.5/5) Overall very good. Though as a lover of capsaicin, I'd have loved something on the menu to trigger my trigeminal nerve

Had a wonderful birthday dinner here with my friend who loves this place. It's small but super…read morecute. We sat at the bar since it was just us 2. My friend was already waiting for me at the bar with a drink - spicy margarita - that made me happy lol and the drink was good and not as spicy as I would've liked. For starters we ordered the sesame pita with hummus . It was delicious! The pita is freshly made to order and the touch of sesame was my favorite addition. My friend the. Ordered the octopus meal which she's had before and loved. I don't eat that so I didn't try it. I didn't see other vegetarian or pescatarian options so I ordered the pasta with vodka sauce. It was good but the pasta was too hard for my taste.

Incredibly polite waitstaff and a wonderful spot to do a bottomless brunch. The food is excellent…read moreand the drinks were strong! Would love to come back. Next time, I'm getting the Dar burger over the chicken gyro however. Cheers!

Obsessed with the Chicken Noodle soup from this spot! They have some cute outdoor seating as wellread more

Everything about this restaurant is phenomenal. From the service to the decor - it's such a chill…read morespot to get away from hustle and bustle. The food is absolutely amazing. Try to hummus. Got the garlic. It was perfect with the olive oil and fresh pits. The branzino with spicy tomato salad and tzatziki was just perfect for a warm spring dinner. Can't wait to try the restaurant next door.

Such a cute and intimate Mediterranean spot. I hadn't been to Levantine in a while and I'm so happy…read moreI passed by and decided to grab dinner. The food is so good! Incredible flavors, some of the best hummus you'll try in Brooklyn. Though they do have a few chicken dishes, the vegetables truly shine the most. The service was also perfect. They have a very kind and attentive staff. I certainly won't let that much time pass before I go back!