Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Shawarma Bay, Moshe's falafel and Sharif's Famous, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Midtown's Cheap Middle Eastern Destinations
Midtown Manhattan is home to an incredible array of affordable Middle Eastern and Mediterranean gems that are perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner on the go. From the legendary falafel at Moshe's and the savory platters at Rafiqi’s Food Cart to the fresh, customizable bowls at NAYA Express and CAVA, this collection highlights the best budget-friendly spots in the neighborhood. Whether you are craving a classic wrap from Shawarma Bay or the aromatic spices of Royal Grill Halal Food, these local favorites offer authentic flavors without breaking the bank.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Middle Eastern Restaurants in Midtown | Cheap Middle Eastern Food
- Shawarma Bay · rated 4.9/5: Middle Eastern.
- Moshe's falafel · rated 4.8/5: Middle Eastern.
- Sharif's Famous · rated 4.8/5: Middle Eastern.
- Rafiqi’s Food Cart · rated 4.8/5: Middle Eastern.
- Madison Cafe & Grill · rated 4.8/5: American.
- David's · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Mama Halal Food · rated 4.7/5: Middle Eastern or Mediterranean are the.
- Mama Halal Food · rated 4.7/5: Middle Eastern.
- Moshe’s falafel · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- NAYA Express · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Captain's Cafe Bar and Grill New York, NY · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Omar’s Mediterranean Cuisine/Halal · rated 4.5/5: Mediterranean.
- Kwik Meal NYC · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Miraj Healthy Grill · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Turkish Cuisine · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Miznon Kosher · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Akdeniz Mediterranean Cuisine · rated 4.4/5: Mediterranean.
- Delectica · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- AYINTAP TURKISH CUISINE & DESSERT · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Ravagh Persian Grill · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Royal Grill Halal Food · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Urban Hawker · rated 4.3/5: Chinese.
- Kebab Grill & Juice Bar · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Mr. Broadway · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- CAVA · rated 4.3/5: Mediterranean.
- istanbul Bay Express · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Istanbul Kebab House · rated 4.2/5: Middle Eastern.
- Tiberias · rated 4.2/5: Middle Eastern.
- Lasani Grill · rated 4.1/5: Indian.
- Taam Tov · rated 4/5: 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.
