The food was very fresh and delicious. And the slushy lemon mint drink was so refreshing!read more

Excellent food and tons of authentic options, great service, great location, and easy to get a tableread more

This small little shop delivered, thanks to the fine friendly service by Nader! We were staying…read moreacross the street and it was rainy and miserable so we decided to pop in for a to go order. I walked over, Nader greeted me, explained the menu, and was very gracious as I passed on his info to my wonderful wife via phone. We agreed on our order and Nader got to work! Everything was as promised and delicious and affordable. Life is good with good service!

Falafel is life to me, and I'm really thrilled to have found Falafel Station, right around the…read morecorner from my office. The falafel is freshly made and delicious, the proprietor is extremely kind, service is quick. Prices are excellent. Perfect for takeout or a quick bite, not really a sit down meal. A gem!

Soom Soom is genuinely a perfect restaurant. I am amazed at their offerings, especially the…read moreeggplant and cauliflower shawarma. Service is always great, and the entrees are reasonably priced. I adore the cauliflower pita, and it gets loaded with every yummy topping you can think of! The perfect mix of flavors, including a little spice. The space itself is small, with just a few tables inside to each (and a couple outside as well). I highly recommended Soom Soom for everyone - there will be something for you! My new go-to lunch spot on the UES!

I ate at Soom Soom two days in a row ordering the cauliflower pita day 1 and the falafel pita the…read morenext day, I didn't make it back for day three to try the eggplant pita. Both pitas were good, filling, and as others have mentioned, I also forgot to ask for sauces they offer only if asked, which might have taken the pita from a 4 to a 5 (unlikely). Solid spot for lunch and it gets busy, so get there a bit early to avoid the line and the rush when assembling your order.

I'm honestly disappointed I didn't take pictures because this meal was incredible. We ordered…read morehummus with freshly baked bread, falafel in a flavorful sauce, and a lamb and chicken gyro sandwich, paired with a refreshing Turkish soda. Everything was fresh, well-seasoned, and clearly made with care. This was a small hole-in-the-wall spot, but it really impressed us. I also got to try the rice and grain, which were both absolutely delicious. Our server, I believe named Faresh, was very attentive and welcoming, and did a great job making the experience even better. The restaurant was busy, and I even overheard someone say it's the best Turkish/Mediterranean spot in town. I'd honestly agree. Portions were generous, especially the sandwiches, which were huge. I will definitely be coming back.

We were in the area and were looking for a good gyro…read more I'm glad we came across this place. The gyros are huge and freshly made. The sauce was delicious, and my gyro was packed with lettuce and tomatoes. If you're in the area you should check this place out.

When we got here around 6 PM on a Friday, there was already kind of a long line, so I don't even…read morewant to think about what it would've looked like 5 hours from then. But I'm very glad I got this now so I don't have to care about how long that potential line would be. It was around 20-25 minutes before we ordered and got our food. I had the mix platter - which consists of lamb and chicken over yellow rice with pita and lettuce. To that I added fries, white sauce, and hot sauce. Although the hot sauce was weirdly just missing. I guess they forgot it. I just have to mention the portion first. This is a gigantic amount of food. Anyone who can finish all of this in one sitting has either just had a bacchanalian night of drinking or has appetite of a mammoth. I respect them either way. But I got two-thirds through this before tapping out. Sometimes with huge portions you see the volume being disproportionally overstuffed by copious amounts of rice, but here they had equal portions of lamb and chicken as well. It's truly an equitable extravagance. Outside the portion, I really liked the taste as well. The fries were a fantastic addition I would recommend to everyone coming here - as they mixed in with the rice to add that extra textural crunch (they actually stayed crispy basically the whole time). The lamb was quite fatty and very juicy. The chicken was mostly standard, but decent still. I liked the way the pita gave you a different way to eat rather than just with a spoon - so you could mix up the eating mechanisms. The first thing you need to do is mix everything together; that's how you get the white sauce to coat everything. And this white sauce is really good. I really wish they hadn't forgotten the hot sauce as it would've added the necessary spiciness to how rich and garlicky the white sauce was. For just 13 dollars ($3 addon for the fries) this is an incredible deal. Probably some of the best value you can find in Midtown. Overall, this place that justifies a lot of the hype. I will say I wouldn't wait more than 30 minutes in line for this, but if it's less than that - I'll be jumping at the chance. 9.25/10

All roads lead to us coming here on our NY trip. We saw the line and found the trick was to order…read moreahead online for pick up. My group shared the Combo Over Rice with Chicken and Lamb. Personally, I don't eat lamb but I can definitely say the chicken was so good with the sauces on top. It was addicting, light, and flavorful! My favorite part was definitely the sauce, but they also seasoned the chicken very well. Portions were great as well.

Delicious! Broccoli…read morewith labne was fantastic. Their dirty Martini - shaken, extra cold, with grey goose - was one of the best I've had in the city. Staff was sweet. Cozy nyc corner view.

The food was delicious our waitress was polite and attentive with a nice indoor and outdoor seating.read more

Classic for a reason. I've been coming here since high…read moreschool and now I'm... (decades older). But it's still a little storefront with a few inside tables. The service is still quick and friendly even though I no longer see the original to me owners. The falafel sandwich is loaded and the falafel balls are still crisp on the outside, warm, and herby on the inside. Perfect. Solid meal for a reasonable price.

Opened in 1971 by Syrian immigrant Mamoun Chater, the flagship Greenwich Village location on…read moreMacDougal Street is the oldest falafel shop in New York City. Operating out of a tiny, fast-moving storefront, Mamoun's is a legendary staple of Village food culture, known for serving affordable Middle Eastern classics late into the night. Using their exact menu terminology, here is how the food breaks down: Shawarma Sandwich: Thinly sliced 100% lamb cooked slowly on a vertical spit with signature spices, stuffed into a warm pita pocket with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and smooth tahineh sauce. The Manhattan: One of their loaded signature sandwiches featuring deep-fried falafel, creamy hummus, smoky baba ganouj, and fresh tabbouleh, all packed into a pita with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, pickled turnips, olives, and tahineh. Famous Hot Sauce: Made in-house from imported hot pepper spices, this signature crimson sauce is famously potent--just a few drops add a massive kick of heat to any sandwich or plate. Lines often stretch down MacDougal, but the team works with speed to get sandwiches out in seconds. A timeless NYC destination for quick, authentic Middle Eastern food.

FABULOUS experience on 9th Ave in NYC's infamous Hell's Kitchen. Following a mantinee broadway…read moreshow, we ambled over to Istanbul Kebab House for a memorable and tasty Turkish and Mediterranean meal that delivered in every way possible-- Aylara was our delightful, smiling host/server, the food presentation was ever so lovely and thoughtful, and the taste.... hit it right on the mark. Everything was cooked to perfection and so colorful on the plate. We shared the grilled assorted vegetables and the lamb adana kebab (large- 2 pieces, 1 per). Again, all cooked to perfection. No rush, we sat in the back so as not to be bothered, as it's a somewhat small space. But it comes with big flavor and freshness. We'll be back for sure.

This place is great! I got the lamb doner gyro and fried calamari! Their lamb was very delicious…read moreand flavorful! The service was friendly and quick. Space is a bit small but still had plenty of seating!

This is my to go in midtown area. Quick and easy. You can either order on the iPad in the front or…read morewith an associate if they're there. Sometimes it's only one person working preparing the orders so they don't take orders in person. Last time I came (Nov 2025), they had $10 chicken shawarma plate after 4pm. It comes with rice, shredded chicken, cole slaw, Greek salad w tahini, feta and a small pita. I've gotten other plates here as well and loved it. Very fresh and filling.

Great falafel in midtown. Love the option to choose harissa falafel, i got the OG and was perfect…read moreas is. So glad I tried their mint pomegranate lemonade, it's soooo good. Fast friendly service, and very clean establishment!

10/10 If you're…read morevisiting New York, this place is an absolute must try! I ordered the Chicken Platter, and it definitely lived up to the hype. The platter comes with perfectly seasoned chicken over rice, along with fresh lettuce and tomatoes. I got the famous white sauce and hot sauce on the side so I could add as much as I wanted, and both took the dish to the next level. The chicken was flavorful, tender, and paired perfectly with the rice. The portion was generous and incredibly filling, making it an excellent value. Everything tasted fresh, and I honestly enjoyed every bite. That said, it was so good I could probably eat two platters! The line was long, but don't let that discourage you it moved steadily and was absolutely worth the wait. Whether you're a local or just visiting NYC, this is one of those iconic spots you have to experience at least once. it!

I have worked at 6th/50th st for over 25 years and the Halal Guys location near 53rd and 6th is a…read moreshort walk. I have eaten here at least 200 times over those 25 years. I don't go as much as I use to, as the price has more than doubled since 2017/18. However, that has nothing to do with my rating. My problem is that meats have gone downhill. I used to love gyro meat - never sure what it was exactly lamb or beef - but now it is just gross and greasy. The chicken which used to be excellent is now very dry. The white sauce is great and the rice is fine, but that is it. Not worth getting anymore. Maybe one of their competitors is better, can't really be worse.