Au Za'atar – Middle Eastern
Sun-drenched and spirited, this Levantine gem invites diners into a world of bold spices and communal warmth, where the morning air carries the fragrant promise of toasted za'atar and slow-simmered vegetable casseroles. Artful brunch plates reimagine tradition, featuring golden falafel-topped benedicts and savory kafta alongside vibrant spreads of silken hummus and smoky muhammara that beg to be shared. Every bite offers a journey through the Levant, transforming a simple meal into a rich, sensory celebration of Middle Eastern hospitality.
188, Avenue A, New York, NY, 10009 +12122545660 https://auzaatar.com0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, keto, mediterranean, sugar-free, pescatarian, plant-based, heart-healthy, whole30, paleo, diabetic, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, atkins, south-beach, tlc, volumetrics, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Menu
- Au Za'atar Breakfast - $28: Hummus, falafel, salad, sunny side up eggs, za'atar pita Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Middle Eastern Breakfast - $27: Labne, salad, sunny side up eggs, za'atar pita Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Vegetarian Falafel Benedict - $27: Grilled falafel, two poached eggs, spicy sauce. Served with potatoes & arugula greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Kafta Benedict - $27: Grilled kafta meat, two poached eggs, spicy sauce. Served with potatoes & arugula greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mushroom & Cheese Omelette - $26: Sautéed mushroom with onions & cheese blend. Served with potatoes & arugula greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Al-'Ayn - $28: Sunny side up eggs over spiced meat & bulgur shell stuffed with ground meat & walnuts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Baked Eggs and Vegetable Casserole - $29: In a tomato broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Hummus - $17.5: Puréed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice
- Baba Ganoush - $19.5: Char-grilled eggplant purée, tahini, lemon juice Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Muhammara - $20: A blend of spicy & sweet pepper, walnuts, pomegranate molasses
- Traditional Falafel - $21: Chickpeas, onions, cumin, parsley Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Batata Harra - $17.5: Sautéed spicy potato cubes, cilantro, garlic, red pepper flakes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Soujouk - $24: House-made spicy beef sausages sautéed with fresh tomatoes, olive oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Makanek - $24: House-made classic Lebanese beef spiced sausages with pine nuts, lemon juice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Kibbeh Krass - $21: Beef & bulgur wheat shells filled with ground beef, onions, pine nuts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Za'atar Manouche - $16: Sun-dried thyme, sesame seeds, sumac, olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Jebne Manouche - $20: White cheese blend Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Lahmeh Bi Ajin - $19: Minced beef, onions, tomatoes, traditional spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Lamb Shank - $58: Slow braised lamb shank served with mashed potatoes & caramelized onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Shish Barak - $46: Hand-rolled dumplings filled with ground beef & pine nuts in a mint yogurt stew Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Kharouf - $52: Shredded braised lamb with spiced rice & minced beef garnished with mixed nuts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Shish Tawook - $41: Char-grilled chicken cubes marinated in lemon & herbs with vermicelli rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Filet Mignon Shish Kebab - $54: Beef filet mignon cubes served on a hot stone with hand-cut frites Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Mimosa - $17: Pomegranate, Grapefruit, Mango, Strawberry, or Orange
- Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice - $12: Orange
- Beirut Beer Pilsner - $12: Lebanese Beer
- Lebanese Please Cocktail - $19: Titos vodka, mango nectar, lime juice, soda
- Knafeh - $17.5: Baked cheese topped with fine ground semolina crust soaked in orange blossom syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Baklawa - $12.5: Assortment of pâte phyllo pastries with nuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Mouhallabie - $12.5: Orange blossom infused milk pudding topped with ground pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian