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    Zaytinya

    4.0 (549 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    celebration rice
    Winni Z.

    Service was slow and left a lot to be desired. Our waiter dropped off our menu and came back 10 minutes later to take our order. We got our pita and labne 20 minutes later, followed by our mains 20 minutes later. My friend asked our waiter for more water, but he forgot and we had to flag someone else down. I understand giving us space to appreciate the food and enjoy each other's company, but definitely still think the service could have been more attentive. All that said, the interior was lovely. Vibes were great. The food was pretty good. Labneh was thick and exactly how I like it. The celebration rice was yummy, but we paid $10 more for the tiniest amount of chicken. Carrots were sweet and tasty, as expected. Brussels sprouts it's were delicious, I would highly recommend you ordering it to share. Overall, the food was good, but the service definitely needs to improve.

    Falafel
    Taylor K.

    I enjoyed the food here but the ambiance feels a bit sterile and the service was slow. I came for my birthday dinner and the whole dinner took over 2 hours. The falafel was delicious, and so was the meat platter, but just know the platter is really only enough food for 2 people. You will need to order multiple dishes here but with the prices it adds up quickly.

    Jose P.

    Dining at Zaytinya is always an elegant, clean, great ambiance, and well serviced visit. From the moment you enter, you'll take in the tasteful decor and the eye-catching bar area. The host staff are friendly, helpful, and are genuinely appreciative that you're visiting. Our Server, Elizabeth, did an exceptional job. She went above and beyond with her attentiveness, friendliness, and with her professional recommendations. Even the Artesian Water was sufficient to last throughout the meal. One of Elizabeth's recommendations was the Tzatziki starter (Greek yogurt, English peas, pistachios, dill), to accompany the delicious complimentary puff bread. The following entrees were shared, thoroughly enjoyed, and their presentations were magnificent: Sea Scallops (melon tzatziki, radish, sesame rose spice), Roasted Asparagus (smoked labneh, preserved lemon, za'atar), Spice Roasted Carrots (attiki honey, pepita dukkah, feta, mint, chives). The flavorful journey throughout the Mediterranean is something that I'll always treasure about Zaytinya. I'm not surprised that it It holds the prestigious Bib Gourmand designation, which is awarded by the Michelin Guide to restaurants that offer excellent food at a great value, and that it is located within the Ritz-Carlton in NoMad.

    Chicken wrap with complimentary side salad
    Kunyan X.

    The food here is like a slightly refined Mediterranean cuisine inspired by Turkish and Lebanese flavors. I like it better than a regular Greek restaurant because it has more flavors. I deducted one star because portion for a lot of dishes are too small for the price. Like each small plate of mezze is $12; the entrée octopus, is a small plate that you'd think it's an appetizer dish. Service is impeccable: Our server was patience and understanding. The spacious has a huge, spacious dining area that can easily accommodate large groups. The ambiance is warm and welcoming with higher ceilings. Downsides: Small portion. Only one bathroom for a huge space like this. Side note: I like there's an option to pay digitally by scanning a QR code. Tips are automatically added for a large party (I imagine 5+)

    half chicken
    Nina H.

    Had a great dinner with Zaytinya in NYC. I've been to the DC location before, had a chance to eat at their NYC location. Food is under the same quality. And we also ordered couple new items we did not tried before - the half chicken. All food is light, well-balanced, tasty, healthy. And I like the vibe of this restaurant, great service, great drinks, and they did not put main entree and light dishes together. We had a chance to enjoy the fresh from oven pita mixing with hummus, and other sauces combo. Their chocolate cake is also delicious, not too sweet and having Greek yoghurt ice cream with it. Super balanced! Had a great dinner with my sister, we talked and enjoyed full 2 hrs dinner experience. They did not rush everything and tell us to leave in certain timeframe. Super chill and relaxed that night. Will definitely come back again

    Stephanie D.

    I loved this restaurant when I first tried it in DC, so I was excited to visit the New York location. For some reason it did not hit the same for me. The bread came out cold and the dishes were not as flavorful or exciting as what I remembered from my first visit. The lamb was recommended by the staff, but the texture was a bit chewier than what I had in DC. It was still decent, just not as tender as I expected. The inside of the restaurant is very nice and they were able to accommodate a large group with no issues. The only con is that there is just one bathroom, so be prepared for a wait. Service was great and everyone was very friendly. Reservations were also really easy to make which I appreciated. Overall it was fine, but the DC location was definitely the standout for me.

    Lamb Burger
    Blake H.

    We had an amazing experience at Zaytinya! It was date night in the city so we chose Zaytinya for dinner and drinks. We had a reservation but didn't seem to need it as we got there at 5pm. We were immediately welcomed by the server and offered bread and we order a side of hummus! The bread was fabulous and we were continually served bread when we ran out with our hummus. I had the shrimp tapas plate which was very good but I'd suggest ordering it as an appetizer or a shared dish as it is quite small. The lamb burger was great and came with a side of fries. I'd definitely suggest this place for a date night as the prices are quite high. Quality for food is amazing!

    Starters Menu
    Shana T.

    Found this spot by random and loved it so much we had to come back a 2nd time and were not disappointed. We had reservations and ran late, but were able to get a table eventually. It's located in the Ritz-Carlton on the corner. The inside is very nice; however, it's a bit cramped with the seating. Everything we had was delicious, from the food to the drinks. The portions are a bit on the smaller side for some dishes, given the price, but still worth it. Eventually, I will try the whole menu at this rate, lol. Definitely one of my favorite Mediterranean restaurants to visit.

    Kataifi Roll,  tatai, rose water custard, pistachios, spiced cherry sauce
    Holly R.

    This review is for lunch Excellent iced tea, made from Tiryaki Çay black tea. Includes refills. First impression from the watermelon salad - skimpy portions, but delicious. Then the sandwich and cauliflower came out - much better portion size and also delicious. Service was very good; the servers worked as a team. From perfect seasoning, mouthwatering flavors to bright contemporary decor, I recommend this restaurant. Jose Andres seems to own Tin Pan Alley (NW corner of Broadway and W 28th St), at least the bottom of The Ritz hotel.

    Kseniya K.

    Came for summer 2025 restaurant week $30 lunch and was happy with the experience. Beautiful decor. Perfect for any kind of gathering, from business lunch to a romantic date. Gets loud during peak hours, so lunch and dinner times will get you to strain your voice a bit. Staff were courteous. My only complaint is feeling rushed. The plates were not even empty, as staff tried to whisk them away. Not a fan of such "efficiency" above guests' pace. Had one of the best cocktails of our lives: $22 "3pm in Istanbul" was superb. Perfectly balanced. Strong, refreshing, tasty, slightly tart & gently sweet. Definitely get this. I do not drink, but I would return just for this "3pm" at any pm of the day. From 2025 restaurant week $30 lunch, we had the brussels sprouts [substitution for asparagus], which was a perfect dish and my favorite of the entire experience. Big portion and soooo satisfying. That fennel really elevated the taste. Perfect crunch. Would return for this again. Watermelon feta salad was simple, tasty, not a standout, light and refreshing. For main, the chicken skewer had only three tiny pieces of chicken, which felt very underwhelming for an entre. The falafel wrap was big, but mostly wrap and cherry tomatoes, very little falafel. Came with a small fattoush salad. Chocolate sesame chip cookies to go were tasty.

    Pide
    Jay G.

    Wonderful lunch for our first time at Zaytinya. Had many dishes, including the Labeneh, the Eggplant Pide, the lamb meatballs, Cauliflower and Brussel Sprouts and Lamb Pita. the best were the Eggplant Pide, and Brussell Sprouts. The service was very good, attentive and suggesting many dishes. Thoroughly enjoyed and will be back soon.

    Alex D.

    This is an absolute gem. Went to dinner here on Valentines day and I have to say, this place is precisely stellar at combing creativity, understanding of the cuisine, ambience and impeccable service. The food is delightful, small plates, expertly done, plated with care. How can hummus be amazing, when the whole city is filled with places where you can get hummus? Well, they do it better, season it better, take the time for the consistency to be perfect. I also liked prtakal salatasi, brocolini and octopus. Seared Salmon was like none other. I cannot forget their amazing drink menu with 3pm in istanbul and Ankara Rye Club being my favorite. Lastly but definitely not least, Jessica our waiter was instrumental in ensuring a higher level dining experience. She was friendly, guided us through the menu and made my son smile.

    Summer 2025 Restaurant Week Menu
    Zuobin T.

    When it's summer time, I find myself craving refreshing dishes of Mediterranean cuisines. Zaytinya fits the bill and offers a more refined experience than some cozy family-style restaurants you will find in other parts of the city. Despite being housed inside a Ritz Carlton, the dishes here are thankfully not outrageously priced. Our server was friendly and took time to explain the regular menu to us. We opted for the summer restaurant week menu and added an order of baba ghannouge. What I found interesting was that the baba ghannouge was served first, then the first course and second course dishes were served all at once. I enjoyed the spread a lot as it had a texture that's smooth and not too thick. The bread they served were more like airy crisps than your regular chewy pita bread, which contrasted nicely with the spread. For our first course dishes, we ordered the Brussels sprouts (they ran out of the roasted asparagus) and the watermelon salad. The salad, although refreshing, lacked presentation that I was expecting. The Brussels sprouts were either fried or baked at a high temperature that the leaves became as crispy as chips; which tasted awesome against the crema on top. For our second course, we ordered the chicken skewer (shish taouk) and the soujouk pide. The chicken tasted good but I was underwhelmed by the fact there were only four small pieces. The soujouk pide was like a pizza with sausage and runny egg. I loved how flaky the dough was; it almost reminded me of a croissant. At the end of the meal, we asked to take our tahini chocolate chip cookies to go as we were quite full already.

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    This place is beautiful and the service was amazing. However the food was just so basic and a flavor you can find at the grocery store.

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    Gurumé

    Gurumé

    4.7
    (395 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Large group friendly

    Korean Tapas. I really like the small plates. Everything tasted decent. Nothing too wow but would…read morecome back for casual bites. Service was super fast and friendly they sang happy birthday to you if you mention you have a bday.

    Absolutely amazing! We saw this restaurant right here on yelp, and thought it looked interesting. I…read moream thrilled that we gave it a try! Every aspect of our Gurumé experience was perfection! We arrived without reservation, and were lucky enough to be seated, even though it was very full...I recommend making a reservation, we got lucky. We were seated towards the back of the cozy narrow dining room and immediately greeted with a smile from the awesome waitress Cherry. She was very helpful and informative with the unusual tapas menu. We ordered a selection of items, and each dish was so good! Starting with the brussel sprout starter, which was crispy, bright and delicious. we then ordered tteokbokki, described as a rice cake, but much more like little bowl delicious rice gnocchi with a creamy chase sauce. We followed with jjambong gambas, a creative and tasty shrimp dish, and the seafood ramen, very spicy and a real treat. If you get a chance, do not miss out on this sweet spot. Incredible food, astounding and attentive service, and all in a magical cozy dining room.

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    Berkshire Kimchi Fried Rice - tender berkshire pork, caramelized kimchi, crunchy quinoa
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    Pork and Radish "Bossam" - braised pork belly, pickled radish noodles, dwenjang creme
    Truffle Dduk & Cheese - brown butter korean rice cake, six cheese sauce, crunchy quinoa, garlic crostini

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    Truffle Dduk & Cheese - brown butter korean rice cake, six cheese sauce, crunchy quinoa, garlic crostini
    Boqueria W40th

    Boqueria W40th

    4.1
    (923 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$$
    Outdoor seating
    Private events

    If you visit Boqueria for brunch, treat yourself to the Brunch Feast--you will NOT be disappointed!…read moreIt's a fantastic deal that lets your table share multiple items across the tapas, brunch, and dessert menus. The patio here is adorable, offering a peaceful, cozy retreat from the hustle and bustle of Midtown street and hotel traffic, and the staff is incredibly welcoming and attentive. Don't skip out on their Bloody Mary, either! Everything we ordered was phenomenal, but I highly recommend the albondigas (beef and pork meatballs), patatas bravas (crispy potatoes with garlic aioli), coca de costilla (braised short rib flatbread), and the huevos horneados (eggs baked in a savory chorizo and tomato sauce). To finish on a high note, the dulce de leche churros are an absolute must. This was my first visit, but it definitely won't be my last!

    I'm going to have to assume that having a late lunch is the reason why I received such poor…read moreservice. That and a clueless bartender chatting it up with a coworker. After ordering and sitting there a while, I had to ask my Bartender to check on my order the Coworker that he had been talking to and engaging with the entire time, ignoring guests went to check on it and came back to the bar to continue their conversation and never gave me a status as to what was going on with my order on the verge of walking out. My food finally came and she went back to talking to him and he went back to prepping for the evening I suppose, cutting up fruit (that she started to eat by the way as he was prepping. ) The level of unprofessional behavior blew my mind as he never checked on me. I requested hot sauce and as my glass sat there empty ,eventually had to ask for a glass of water disturbing their conversation once again. It's really a shame as the food was pretty good, (particularly the chicken which I added to my salad) but can never make up for the poor service exhibited today. I have no idea who the young lady is hanging out at the bar engaging with the Bartender maybe the owner's daughter, but I have no clue what role she's performing other than distracting him from doing his job.

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    EZ Paella & Tapas

    EZ Paella & Tapas

    4.5
    (225 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    super friendly staff -- lorena (the owner) was the first to greet us and was very attentive in…read moreassuring that everything came out quickly and that we were satisfied. food was delicious -- we opted for two tapas (croquetas espanolas and yuquitas) and the seafood paella). the tapas were both delicious and savory without being too heavy, and the seafood paella was rich and flavorful. i also had a virgin strawberry sangria which turned out to be super large in addition to being refreshing and the right amount of sweet. would love to come back again and support their business

    I am so glad, that I decided to dine at EZ Paella & Tapas. The restaurant is small, but do they…read morepresent AMAZING food, drinks, and dessert. As soon as I entered, I was greeted by the owner, Lorena. She was very cordial, attentive, gave magnificent recommendations, and added to the enjoyment of the meal. I started with a glass of Red Sangria and was blown away by the size. The glass was almost the size of the Bryant Park fountain, the Sangria was sweet and refreshing, and the fruit was abundant. I ordered two tapas: Croquetas de Jamon Serrano (Ham Croquettes) and the Albondigas (Meatballs). The croquettes were nicely presented, I enjoyed the sauces that adorned each croquette, they had a slightly crunchy outer layer, and the serving was four. The meatballs were amazing. Each ball was flavorful, the serving was EIGHT!, and the accompanying sauce was succulent and was enough to fill every piece of bread. For dessert, I had the EZ Flan. This Flan was LARGE enough to share, thick, and the sweet syrup at the bottom of the plate was delicious. The final item was a Cafe con Leche (Coffee with milk). EZ Paella skyrocketed to my #1 choice for tapas and cannot wait to return with friends, so they can echo my adoration of this eatery. P.S. - Please, do yourself a favor and read the history of EZ Paella, which is on the menu. They made it through COVID and have enjoyed consistent success, since.

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    Red Sangria in a fountain size glass. :-)

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    Red Sangria in a fountain size glass. :-)
    High Bar

    High Bar

    3.5
    (21 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Great experience overall ... with a decent view of the fireworks show.... Drinks were overpriced…read moreand the DJ's music was a bit too over the top. Not the place to bring someone who may forget who they came with lol . The service was mediocre at best.. and there were not enough seats inside to accommodate more of the crowd..

    This place has so much potential it's honestly a little offensive that it's not living up to it…read more Like... you walk in and you feel like something should be happening. The energy is right there, hovering, but it never actually lands. It's giving "almost iconic" but not quite--like a party that never fully starts. And that's what gets me. Because this bar could EASILY be that spot. The kind people plan their week around. Where are the themed nights? Where's the drama? The chaos? Give me a reason to come back on a random Wednesday. Do a city-event tie-in, a holiday takeover, literally anything that makes it feel alive instead of just... existing. Because right now it feels like a missed opportunity wearing a cute outfit. BUT--let's talk about the one thing they absolutely did not fumble: the view. The VIEW??? Insane. Genuinely stunning. The kind of view that makes you pause mid-sentence and remember you're in New York and not just spiraling in your own life choices. It's carrying the entire experience on its back, respectfully. So yeah. I'd come back... but mostly for the view and the potential. If they ever decide to actually do something with this space? It could be dangerous (in a good way). Until then, it's vibes... just not fully realized ones.

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    Caesar Salad, Cod Fish Tacos, Tuna Tartare
    High Bar
    High Bar

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    Debajo

    Debajo

    4.4
    (119 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    Debajo had delicious tapas in a relaxing upscale environment…read more They are tucked away in nomad, down a set of nondescript stairs. But don't let the basement level dissuade you; they really turn their location into a strength. There's a covered "outdoor" section with lots of natural light, and the inside is spacious and modern, with a semi-open kitchen that makes it feel like you're in a place twice its size. The tapas we tried were great. Patatas bravas were crispy on the outside, with a fluffy inside, and maybe a touch too much salt. The hamachi crudo was excellent, with a unique coconut and mango sauce that gave it a touch of sweet to go with the zest. And the pulpo was great, the octopus was well prepared and the sauce was hearty without dominating the taste. The half chicken was the most memorable dish; our server recommended it, and it's clear why. It was unbelievably juicy and tender, with plenty of lemon flavor in every bite. Lots of meat, don't expect a small plate like the other menu items! All in all a good experience in a nice atmosphere, definitely staying on the list for tapas in the future.

    Made a reservation here for dinner before a show and it did not disappoint! Pretty quiet when we…read moregot there (I think it had just opened) but were seated in a nice booth. To find Debajo you have to find the staircase leading down as this is below ground level - hence the name. MUST GET the patatas bravas - just enough to share between three people but might want to get two orders if your party is more than three. DO NOT GET the queso - it's literally a couple thin slices of cheese, a tiny bowl of almonds, and some tomato mixture. You can add bread for like $7 on top of the original $16 price - actually ridiculous for what you get. The roasted duck breast was flavorful and tender, and the bavette steak was even better. Really great to share as well since they're cut up already. Good vibes in Debajo - would definitely come back again. It was clean and very chic.

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    Grilled octopus with black rice
    Grilled octopus with black rice
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    Non alcoholic wine.

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