Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Shawarma Shabazi, Shah's Halal Food and Malka, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 23 affordable dining experiences
Find affordable middle eastern restaurants in Upper West Side. Great middle eastern food that fits your budget.
Upper West Side's Affordable Middle Eastern Destinations
The Upper West Side offers a vibrant array of affordable Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dining options perfect for a casual meal or a quick bite. From the authentic regional flavors at Chama Mama UWS and Sido to the classic street food staples at Mamoun's Falafel and Naya, this neighborhood provides a rich tapestry of traditional spices and fresh ingredients. Whether you are looking for a relaxed sit-down experience at Miriam and Bodrum Mediterranean Restaurant or a flavorful grab-and-go option from Shawarma Shabazi and Shah's Halal Food, these local favorites ensure you never have to sacrifice quality for value.
30 restaurants in Best Affordable Middle Eastern Restaurants in Upper West Side | Affordable Middle Eastern Food
- Shawarma Shabazi · rated 4.7/5: Middle Eastern.
- Shah's Halal Food · rated 4.7/5: Middle Eastern.
- Malka · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- Chama Mama UWS · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- Haven UWS · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- Bustan · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Sido · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Basmala · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Bustan NYC · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Bodrum Mediterranean Restaurant · rated 4.4/5: Mediterranean.
- Effy's Cafe · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Deli Kasbah Kosher Grill · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Miriam · rated 4.3/5: Mediterranean.
- Naya · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Kebab aur Sharab · rated 4.3/5: Indian.
- Mamoun's Falafel - UWS, Manhattan, NY · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Carlos & Gabby's · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- Holy Schnitzel (Upper West Side) · rated 4.1/5: Middle Eastern.
- Moka & Co · rated 4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Shah's Halal Food · rated 4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Miriam: Middle Eastern.
- Bustan: Middle Eastern.
- Sido: Korean.
- Barney Greengrass: Middle Eastern.
- Shawarma Shabazi: Middle Eastern.
- Dagon: Middle Eastern.
- Leyla: Middle Eastern.
- Malka: Middle Eastern.
- Chama Mama: Middle Eastern.
- Gazala's: 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.
