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: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Menu
Brunch
- Au Za'atar Breakfast - $28: Hummus, falafel, salad, sunny side up eggs, za'atar pita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Middle Eastern Breakfast - $27: Labne, salad, sunny side up eggs, za'atar pita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegetarian Falafel Benedict - $27: Grilled falafel, two poached eggs, spicy sauce. Served with potatoes & arugula greens Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Kafta Benedict - $27: Grilled kafta meat, two poached eggs, spicy sauce. Served with potatoes & arugula greens Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mushroom & Cheese Omelette - $26: Sautéed mushroom with onions & cheese blend. Served with potatoes & arugula greens Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Al-'Ayn - $28: Sunny side up eggs over spiced meat & bulgur shell stuffed with ground meat & walnuts Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Baked Eggs and Vegetable Casserole - $29: In a tomato broth Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
Appetizers & Mezze
- Hummus - $17.5: Puréed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baba Ganoush - $19.5: Char-grilled eggplant purée, tahini, lemon juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Renal, Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
- Muhammara - $20: A blend of spicy & sweet pepper, walnuts, pomegranate molasses Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Falafel - $21: Chickpeas, onions, cumin, parsley Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Batata Harra - $17.5: Sautéed spicy potato cubes, cilantro, garlic, red pepper flakes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soujouk - $24: House-made spicy beef sausages sautéed with fresh tomatoes, olive oil Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Makanek - $24: House-made classic Lebanese beef spiced sausages with pine nuts, lemon juice Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kibbeh Krass - $21: Beef & bulgur wheat shells filled with ground beef, onions, pine nuts Available at: dinner, lunch
Freshly Baked Flat Breads
- Za'atar Manouche - $16: Sun-dried thyme, sesame seeds, sumac, olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Jebne Manouche - $20: White cheese blend Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Lahmeh Bi Ajin - $19: Minced beef, onions, tomatoes, traditional spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses & Stews
- Lamb Shank - $58: Slow braised lamb shank served with mashed potatoes & caramelized onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shish Barak - $46: Hand-rolled dumplings filled with ground beef & pine nuts in a mint yogurt stew Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kharouf - $52: Shredded braised lamb with spiced rice & minced beef garnished with mixed nuts Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shish Tawook - $41: Char-grilled chicken cubes marinated in lemon & herbs with vermicelli rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon Shish Kebab - $54: Beef filet mignon cubes served on a hot stone with hand-cut frites Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Mimosa - $17: Pomegranate, Grapefruit, Mango, Strawberry, or Orange
- Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice - $12: Orange
- Beirut Beer Pilsner - $12: Lebanese Beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Lebanese Please Cocktail - $19: Titos vodka, mango nectar, lime juice, soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
Desserts
- Knafeh - $17.5: Baked cheese topped with fine ground semolina crust soaked in orange blossom syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Baklawa - $12.5: Assortment of pâte phyllo pastries with nuts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber
- Mouhallabie - $12.5: Orange blossom infused milk pudding topped with ground pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
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