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    Shukette

    4.5 (695 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndMiddle Eastern
    Closed 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Broccoli
    Karishma A.

    **vegetarian review** I walked past this place at 9.30pm on Monday and it was super busy. It took 20 mins to get a table (I was told 45 mins) so that wasn't too bad. We sat inside where the music is kinda loud, outdoor seating seemed nicer. We got the bread - ferna, eggplant dip, fried squash blossom and broccoli The bread and eggplant were easily the highlight. The broccoli dish was decent too. The squash however wasn't the best. It batter was probably not the best combination for squash as it got super stiff/hard and had honey drizzle that made it hard to eat. It had muted flavour compared to the eggplant which was bang on. Overall good food though.

    Half eaten food because we were so hungry we forgot to take pics first lol
    Alicia O.

    Made a reservation but it wasn't crowded on a late Thursday night. Host was incredibly welcoming and kind because we were a bit late. Server told us we needed to get going and was helpful in getting us decided. Ambience was romantic, urban, and lively. We sat outside and the NYSA were compassionate and diligent about getting a houseless person to linger elsewhere. We love Mamdani! Anyway, the food was exquisite. Flavorful, diverse, tasty and new to us. Our drinks were strong and plentiful. I highly recommend the lamb, apricots, and the pickles if you love pickled veggies, which I do. Enjoy!

    Elianny S.

    My friend tried this place out and raved about how this may have been the best meal of his life. Reservations are definitely needed and he was able to get us a table on a Tuesday night. The service here was very friendly and welcoming! Our server in particular was awesome especially given how busy this place was even on a Tuesday night. The vibe here is fun with great music, everyone including the employees seemed to be in a good mood. We ordered a variety of plates to share and started out with the labneh dip and bread. I really like labneh and the strawberries and sumac gave this a sweet and tangy flavor. We also ordered the roasted beet, chicken, fish in a cage and jeweled basmati rice. The main flavors that permeated all of the food was garlic and salt. I'm a fan of garlic so I didn't mind but some of the dishes especially the caged fish were extremely salty. We were all a big fan of the Paesi turkey house wine, it paired well with the food. Surprisingly my favorite dish was the rice. The rice was so flavorful and fluffy, I probably could eat a whole pot on my own. All of the dishes were beautifully plated and visually appealing. We ended the meal with the soft serve ice cream. I was not blown away as much as my friend but the food was really good and the lively atmosphere made it a very fun dinner experience.

    Cherries
    Renee B.

    Loved the atmosphere here. Lively, upbeat, upscale yet relaxed and casual all at the same time. Hip hop and RnB playing so the noise level is a little higher than some other restaurants. Staff was friendly and attentive. The food was delicious and inventive and step away from traditional middle eastern cuisine. The Frena bread was delicious, the labneh was the perfect dip. If you can get the cherries while you are there, they are definitely worth trying. Everything I tasted was very good and I was pleased with amount of vegetarian options. Will definitely return to this gem!

    The most insane and delicious soft serve!!
    Ryan R.

    Such a delicious evening! Walked over on a Thursday evening without a reservation just to see if we could get on a list or if they had any cancellations and we lucked out! They had 2 seats ready to go at the bar. The hosts were super nice and sat us down and Joseph immediately came to get us started. (Super good looking guy, btw) We ordered the dipping bread with a dip that we asked to be surprised with. It was the green one and it was SO tasty!! I got a cocktail, but FYI, there's no liquor, only wine & beer. So my cocktail was made with sparkling wine. The restaurant has a fun and lively atmosphere. It feels very much like THE place to be.

    Sweet Potato
    Benjamin C.

    We chose Shukette for our 14th wedding anniversary dinner - looking for something fun, delicious, and maybe a little splurgy.* Our server, who's name I can't remember, was outstanding. In general, the service was far above expectations for a "fun" restaurant. I dropped my napkin twice, and he was there to scoop it up and replace. My wife dropped her fork - same thing. Our extra plates were picked up quickly. Water carafe was filled regularly. We largely went with our server's recommendations for food, after starting with a Tangier drink for my wife and the heaviest red wine available for me - from Lebanon. We both thought the drinks were delicious and paired well with the food. For dips, we chose the Labneh and Smoked Arctic Char with Frena bread. Labneh and bread - some of the best things we have ever eaten. (I'd get the char again, because fish feels healthy.) When we finished the bread, server recommended we try the Lafa bread. Also fantastic, but I would choose 2 Frenas next time. For The Shuk category, we chose Glazed Sweet Potatoes (CAN'T MISS), Roasted Beets (would order again), Shrimp A La Plancha (wouldn't order again - tasty, but hard to eat grilled with shell on - didn't blow me away), and shawarma spiced fries. Fries were affordable and a nice "stuffer" if you had a table. Took away from the "healthy" feel of the meal for me, and weren't worth the space in my tummy that was mostly gone by that point in the meal. Went with the Joojeh chicken next, which was succulent and delicious. I would be happy to eat that again, or try the fish in a cage (which seemed like everyone ordered.) We also added Bang Bang Shata and White Harissa. The Bang Bang was insanely hot for us. We put tiny amounts on things - didn't have the heat strength to take care of much of it. The Harissa was a must if you choose the fries. We finished with The Swirl, which had a nice little candle in it with a "happy anniversary" wish from the person delivering it. Tasty, but we would choose The Mic Drop next time. *Splurgy in the sense that we tried many things - probably 2-3 more things than our stomachs were prepared to hold. Kids finished the leftover fries when we returned home. And one note about noise, since that seems to come up, we found Shukette to be as noisy as an average, lively NYC restaurant. It wasn't bothersome or too loud to hear one another. In summary, we had an amazing experience at Shukette. I'm excited to recommend it to friends and visit again sometime.

    Pita
    Rahima J.

    This place is really cute and has both inside and outside seating. Without a reservation, it is hard to get seating but we were lucky enough to get bar seating. The menu is very large and has something for everyone. Most of the items we had were good but this is definitely more table/tapas style. Don't know if I'd come back without a bigger group

    Fish in cage
    Chan T.

    Had one of the best meals ever at Shukette. The menu is packed with bold, vibrant Middle Eastern flavors, and every dish we tried completely delivered. We started with the smoked arctic char dip, which was rich, smoky, and perfectly balanced, especially with the fresh frena bread. The broccolini di ciccio stood out with its herbed tahini, pickled shallots, and a great mix of texture and brightness. The shakshuka-style butter beans were incredibly comforting and flavorful, layered with garlic and herbs. The fish in a cage was a highlight. The whole black bass came out beautifully cooked with green charmoula, fennel, and potato, making it both impressive and deeply satisfying. We also loved the pickles, which added the perfect sharp contrast to the meal. Their signature bang bang shata hot sauce deserves a special mention. It brings real heat, but more importantly, it has the depth and complexity to match, elevating everything it touches. This was easily one of the most memorable dining experiences I've had in NYC. Every plate felt thoughtful, bold, and full of life. Can't wait to go back.

    Whole dorade
    Jackie L.

    Very good Mediterranean spot. We probably enjoyed their signature flat board more than anything and it really is worth ordering multiples of. The grilled items were pretty good, but none of them stood out as much. We sat outside, which was nice since they had heaters. The service was great and they offered good input when we asked about recommendations. Definitely book ahead of time, this place gets busy!

    Labne with pickled fennel, strawberries & herbs
    Seby I.

    Eating at Shukette always fills me with such joy knowing that each time I eat here the cuisine will enthrall. After making the reservation, I peruse the menu picking the daisy deciding what to eat. On this visit, Chef Ayesha was here and I had the good fortune to speak to her and shake her hand. What a charming lady! I feasted on Labneh topped with strawberries, pickled fennel and herbs. Frena mopped up each morsel. Shukette Cherries was new on the menu and had oomph with a tangy marinade of lime, cilantro and serrano chili. The Pea Party 4.0 of snap peas, asparagus, pea shoots and snow peas was a bright chlorophyll color and tasted refreshing. Egyptian spiced chicken wings were simply mouthwatering. Dipped into a ramekin of white harissa flecked with sumac, this sauce is divine. I had a non alcoholic summer drink that Joseph had recommended. At Shukette, the server will tell you if one has ordered too much which Vladimir did. It's easy to get full quickly which happened to me and I could only manage three wings. When Vladimir came to ask if I wanted dessert, I requested a wheelbarrow instead. He giggled. My desire is to eat at Shukette once a month and so far it has been a dream come true. Highly recommended.

    Tracey P.

    Great space, friendly service, and delicious bites. Fun spot to take friends to. The tahini soft serve caught me a bit off guard with the unexpected tangy sour tasting syrup but it was good.

    Frena
    Justine H.

    I'm so glad I found this restaurant! I came for a solo dinner and thoroughly enjoyed everything I ordered. I was actually sad I couldn't eat it all myself! Everything you order will be delicious but I recommend the labneh and frena at the very least. I could have eaten just that and been happy. Fair warning: the wait is brutal. Even for just me without a reservation it was 40 minutes on a Tuesday night after 8:30pm. I was also sat outside and was freezing since the heaters didn't reach me. The food all came out quickly and the server constantly checked on me but I definitely felt rushed to eat before I froze to death or all the trains left. So be prepared to wait or make a reservation!

    Charred Broccoli di Ciccio
    Chanda A.

    I'm late to the party on this one, but I (finally) made it to Shukette and now I understand why reservations are still so hard to get. The menu is veggie forward, so there are plenty of (delicious) options for vegetarians and vegans. To start, we ordered the Frena bread, Labneh, and Beet Tzatziki. All three were excellent - no notes. The Frena bread is so good, it really deserves it's own post. We shared the Heirloom Carrots, Glazed Sweet Potatoes, and Charred Broccoli di Ciccio as our "mains" and WOW. Shukette knows how to make you eat your veggies. The carrots and sweet potatoes are melt in your mouth delicious. The broccoli is the only dish I wouldn't order again. To finish, we had the Mic Drop Tahini Soft Serve. It's huge (translation: easy to topple over), and the perfect, subtly sweet end to the meal. This is going straight to the top of my favorites list, and I can't wait to go back.

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    Ask the Community - Shukette

    Do they have vegan options? The menu looks promising but nothing is clearly labeled vegan or vegetarian.

    The staff was willing to veganize dishes in the menu

    Does this restaurant offer halal meat options?

    I don't think so . Frankly if you want this kind of food ( and I think halal ) Go to Ayat or Al… 

    Does Shukette take walk-ins?

    Yes

    Is this halal?

    no :/

    Is there takeout?

    Yes

    What is the chefs counter experience like?

    It's really awesome. Get to enjoy them prepping the dishes right in front of you. When we went, the chef actually suggested what we should order based on what we were liking.

    What is the dress code?

    I'd say you want to dress casual to business casual. A large afterwork crowd and/or ladies dressed to meet for dinner

    Are there GF options?

    Yes - depending on how GF you need to be there are many options and dishes can be adjusted .the staff is very knowledgable - from the manager to the server to the busers and very willing to accomodate. source: dined at shukette 3 times with a friend… 

    Is this restaurant open on Tuesday's? I was able to make a reservation online.

    I am not sure-- I know they are starting to open other days and starting brunch

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    Have been here a few times now for both lunch and dinner (weekends and weekdays) and the food and…read moreservice is always great. I first went to Hummus Kitchen at their UES location, but this one is equally wonderful. The space is on the smaller side (a bit narrow) and they have indoor seating for around 20-25 people. I recommend making a reservation in advance. The servers are friendly, attentive and the food comes out fairly quickly. As the name implies, the hummus here is excellent as is the thick pita it comes with (they have regular and whole wheat). If you haven't been before, get "the hummus kitchen" as it has 4 different types of hummus you can try. The mazze are also tasty, my favorite would have to be the grape leaves, but the falafel, cauliflower and babaghanoush are also extremely delicious (you can order any 3 for $28 and it comes with pita). For entrees, I highly highly recommend the chicken shawarma tacos (2 per serving) followed by the open arais tacos (also 2 per serving) and the Mediterranean red chicken (in that order). If you don't go with the shawarma tacos or want less bread, then the shawarma platter is also a good choice. The chicken shawarma tacos here are simply incredible, they serve them in their warm fluffy pita, sliced in half, open and fill the inside with chicken, onions and whatever else makes is so ridiculously addictive. This thing is bursting with flavor, it has to be the best chicken shawarma I have had in NYC. The tacos also come with a small side of hummus and babaghanoush along with pickles and some tomato salad. The portions are what you would expect as are the prices. Really a delicious spot if you are in the area or want a great/quick meal before or after a show.

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