Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Cozy Cafe, RAKKA and Eastside Story, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 40 affordable dining experiences
Find affordable middle eastern restaurants in East Village. Great middle eastern food that fits your budget.
East Village's Affordable Middle Eastern Destinations
The East Village is home to a vibrant array of affordable Middle Eastern eateries that offer authentic flavors without breaking the bank. From the legendary pita pockets at Mamoun's Falafel and the cozy Moroccan atmosphere of Cafe Mogador to the Mediterranean-inspired dishes at Caravan of Dreams, this collection showcases the neighborhood's diverse culinary landscape. Whether you are looking for a quick bite at NYC Falafel Co or a relaxed sit-down meal featuring French and American influences, these local favorites provide a welcoming escape for every palate.
30 restaurants in Best Affordable Middle Eastern Restaurants in East Village | Affordable Middle Eastern Food
- Cozy Cafe · rated 4.9/5: cafe.
- RAKKA · rated 4.9/5: Middle Eastern.
- Eastside Story · rated 4.9/5: American.
- Salma · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- NYC Falafel Co · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- Halal in East Village · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- Haile · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- Cafe Mogador · rated 4.5/5: Moroccan / Middle Eastern.
- Caravan of Dreams · rated 4.5/5: Mediterranean.
- Mamoun's Falafel · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Balade · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Mimi's Hummus · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Döner Haus · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Au Za'atar · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Big Arc Chicken · rated 4.3/5: American.
- Au Za'atar - East Village · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Pierre Loti Wine Bar · rated 4.3/5: French.
- Horus · rated 4.2/5: Middle Eastern.
- Ankara #3 · rated 4.2/5: Turkish.
- Horus Cafe · rated 4.2/5: Middle Eastern.
- 14 Street Halal Food · rated 4.1/5: Middle Eastern.
- Bereket · rated 4.1/5: Middle Eastern.
- Horus Cafe on A · rated 4.1/5: Middle Eastern.
- Russ & Daughters · rated 4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Hani's · rated 4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Makabely · rated 3.9/5: Middle Eastern.
- Balade · rated 3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Mehanata Bulgarian Bar · rated 3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Yonah Shimmel Knish Bakery: Middle Eastern.
- Wolfnights: Middle Eastern.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
