Middle Eastern-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in NYC

Celebrate the diversity of the restaurant industry! These Middle Eastern-owned and -operated restaurants are proud to share their heritage — explore spots to support near you.

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45 Restaurants

Updated February 10, 2023

Restaurants:	Fresco Da Franco, Mezza, Casablanca…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$
Cuisines:	Italian, Mediterranean, Moroccan…
Neighborhoods:	Montclair, Westwood, East Brunswick…

Fresco Da Franco

$$$$

Italian

Montclair

4.5

1312 reviews

My party came for brunch and there was a baby shower inside the restaurant and it was louder than expected. We were able to sit outside so it wasn't crowded feeling. The food was excellent and we had wonderful service. I would definitely go back.

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Mezza

$$$$

Mediterranean

Westwood

4.6

878 reviews

It was great service and food! Are out of town guests thoroughly enjoyed the various dishes, mostly appetizers, and we had a lovely quiet evening

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Casablanca

$$$$

Moroccan

East Brunswick

4.7

126 reviews

Delicious food, wonderful service. Would love to come again. And BYOB is a huge plus!

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Jersey Social

$$$$

American

Jersey City

3.9

5 reviews

Went on a Saturday afternoon and am so glad to have stumbled upon this place! The mimosa flights had real fruits in them! The shrimp and grits were to die for! The staff was attentive and the drinks were strong and good.

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Swahili Village OTS

$$$$

African

Newark

4.3

186 reviews

Food was great. It took a VERY long time to get cocktails from the bar.

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Uncle Jack's Steakhouse - Bayside

$$$$

Steakhouse

Bayside

4.5

1326 reviews

Amazing service. Waitstaff couldn’t have been more accommodating. Food was outstanding. Noise level a bit high.

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French Roast Uptown

$$$$

French

Upper West Side

4.5

721 reviews

Good neighborhood restaurant - especially for brunch/lunch. Great service. Nice outdoor area. A bit noisy inside, but great outside.

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Philippe Chow - Uptown

$$$$

Chinese (Beijing)

Upper East Side

4.7

3903 reviews

Adam is the best server/waiter I’ve ever had

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Ceci Italian Restaurant

$$$$

Italian

Theater District / Times Square

4.3

2727 reviews

Everything was great, very taste food and wonderful service! We will comeback sure

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Lola - Great Neck

$$$$

Mediterranean

Great Neck

4.7

1418 reviews

Great service, food quality seems to be decreasing over time Too bad

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Balade

$$$$

Mediterranean

East Village

4.7

942 reviews

Food is delicious!! Service is so attentive and caring. Edgar waited on us. I loved their baby lamb chops! The best!

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Sahara's Turkish Cuisine

$$$$

Turkish

Kips Bay

4.5

57 reviews

The food is always wonderful and the service always terrific! I highly recommend Sahara's.

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Orient Express Cocktail Bar

$$$$

Cocktail Bar

West Village

5.0

39 reviews

Great cocktails and great service. Would visit again

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Dulce Vida Latin Bistro

$$$$

Latin American

Upper East Side

5.0

106 reviews

100% authentic Colombian food! Tiny neighborhood place that enhances the dining choices on the UES. And the best staff!

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Dee's

$$$$

Italian

Forest Hills

4.8

754 reviews

We were a party of 4 and ALL of our entrees were exceptionally good! The portions were very generous as well. Our waitress was also friendly and welcoming.

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212 Steakhouse

$$$$

Steakhouse

Midtown East

4.4

1628 reviews

This place was absolutely amazing!!! I was doing a birthday/ new years dinner for my bf and family and they treated me with the utmost care and respect. Super accommodating, every request I asked for the staff and Host Jennifer were just phenomenal in the approach and care they provided in dealing with this special birthday!! Would definitely recommend again!! Plus the food was amazing!!

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Industry Kitchen

$$$$

American

South Street Seaport

4.5

1698 reviews

Great fun in the greenhouse dining zone. Food was superb and service brilliant.

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Michael's Cafe

$$$$

American

Long Island City

3.9

9 reviews

We had fun and everything is perfect for the get together party

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Turkish Cuisine

$$$$

Turkish

Hell's Kitchen

4.5

350 reviews

greatexperience,staff great, food great, we'll be back

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Shalel

$$$$

Mediterranean

Lincoln Square

4.6

48 reviews

Crowded time but food is excellent and service was as efficient as possible. Dessert fantastic!

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Allora

$$$$

Italian

Midtown East

4.3

574 reviews

I love this place. Good drinks , pasta ,steak !! We will be back.

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Shiraz Kitchen & Wine Bar - White Plains

$$$$

Mediterranean

White Plains

4.6

478 reviews

A lively meal in the new location. It’s a lovely room with a sophisticated but welcoming feel. The staff and food are largely unchanged, which means excellent, but they have added a sushi bar.

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Nusr-Et Steakhouse New York

$$$$

Steakhouse

Midtown West

4.6

2635 reviews

Birthday celebration

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Ophelia

$$$$

American

Midtown East

4.4

1021 reviews

Great views, and customer service! Drinks tasted fantastic too!

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ViaRoma

$$$$

Italian

Crown Heights

4.4

109 reviews

Great drinks, food and service! The waiters are great and helpful as well.

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Philippe Chow - Downtown

$$$$

Chinese (Beijing)

Meatpacking District

4.5

856 reviews

The food was delicious. We arrived at the time of our reservation and were seated immediately. The server came shortly after. He introduced himself, provided water and took our drink/food order. The food came out about 20 minutes after. Loved the vibe and food. Will be going back.

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Tatu Tacos & Tequila

$$$$

Mexican

Troy

4.8

302 reviews

What a wonderful find in Troy. I believe the lady who sat us and her husband are the owners. They could not be nicer people. So thrilled we went.

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The Richmond

$$$$

Contemporary American

Staten Island

4.7

376 reviews

Food, drinks, presentation, and service were awesome as always. We'll be back soon

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Shiraz Kitchen & Wine Bar - Chelsea

$$$$

Mediterranean

Chelsea

4.5

195 reviews

Heavenly Persian food, knowledgeable staff, great service. Can’t wait to come back and try the other dishes

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Jade Eatery and Lounge

$$$$

Contemporary Asian

Forest Hills

4.1

40 reviews

everything was delicious. had king crab rangoon, crispy calamari, beef and shrimp tacos and tiramisu. all were so delicious will definitely be dinning here again asap!!

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Julius' Bar

$$$$

American

West Village

4.8

67 reviews

The server Chad was one of the most attentive servers I’ve ever come across. And he shared the lovely history of the bar which gave us chills. The burger was fantastic. Good, chill music. Not super loud. Very affordable.

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Merchants Cigar Bar

$$$$

American

Upper East Side

4.8

105 reviews

I'm happy to have found a cigar lounge that serves food & cocktails. It's smaller than I expected, but the size is just right for an intimate feeling. The vibe was great, along with the food & specialty cocktails. Don't skip the ribeye! They have a great assortment of cigars as per the husband.

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Parklife

$$$$

Mexican

Gowanus

4.4

56 reviews

Wonderful accommodating team and great food and drinks!

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Accent

$$$$

Mediterranean

Kips Bay

4.3

139 reviews

Very nice presentation and tasty food. Service was a bit lacking.

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Local 92 - Soho

$$$$

Mediterranean

NoLita

4.2

134 reviews

Kelvin provided AWESOME customer service. The vibe was immaculate and the drinks further made this experience. I’m for sure coming back.

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Sei Less

$$$$

Chinese

Flower District

4.6

745 reviews

I really enjoyed my experience here. Great food, ambiance and staff

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Victory Restaurant & Lounge

$$$$

American

Flower District

4.1

78 reviews

I enjoyed my time here at victory. I was hesitant at first, due to the mixed reviews, but my friends and I had a great time. Our waiter Stephanie was very attentive and helpful. We will definitely go back in the future and even try other locations around the country if we visit those cities. I definitely recommend and suggest everyone makes their own judgment by visiting.

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Bistro 46

$$$$

French / American

Hell's Kitchen

3.7

15 reviews

Very lovely evening. We were headed to a Broadway show and wanted to linger over an early dinner. This was a perfect spot for us. The bet and goat cheese salad was great. My only tiny disappointment was that the escargot were overcooked. Good drinks and friendly staff.

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IXTA

$$$$

Mexican

East Village

4.4

63 reviews

Service could have been better but it was a packed house. Understandable.

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Mezze on the River

$$$$

Mediterranean

Battery Park

4.3

268 reviews

Lovely evening eating Al fresco watching the sunset over the Hudson. Even though it drizzled for a few minutes we were very dry under the cabana. Excellent and attentive service. Almost made you feel like you were on the Mediterranean.

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Skinos

$$$$

Greek

Financial District

4.3

52 reviews

I was searching for a place to celebrate my birthday and that’s when I ran across skinos on Instagram. The gorgeous floral aesthetic really caught my eyes but I wasn’t a true believer until I saw it for myself. When I say this place is GORGEOUS! It is perfect for pictures. The ambience is everything and my porterhouse steak was delicious. I recommend 100 times over. This is the place to visit.

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Hidden Leaf

$$$$

Asian

Chelsea

4.6

71 reviews

Desha went above and beyond to ensure our party was not only taken care of but kept abreast of the status of our table. She provided us with options, suggestions and recommendations to give us the best experience possible. Give this amazing hostess a raise!

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Highwater Rooftop

$$$$

American

Financial District

4.0

19 reviews

Spectacular views. Service could be better. A bit pricey but good was very good. Nice place. Would definitely recommend it

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Allora Fifth Ave

$$$$

Italian

NoMad

4.4

6 reviews

We had such a great experience! The food was excellent and the staff was amazing. Highly recommend!

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Rocco's Downtown

$$$$

Contemporary Italian

Peekskill

4.3

58 reviews

I had the most amazing time at Rocco's, a place where you could bring families, when you can bring colleagues, and where you can be on your own and received a stellar service. For Mother's Day it was one of the most beautiful moment, seeing families coming for fine dining. I salute the entire staff of Rocco and I commend them for a great job well done

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